Ki Ryung Electronics SP5 Digital Satellite Radio User Manual SP5 Installation User Guide 070307a indd
Ki Ryung Electronics Co., Ltd. Digital Satellite Radio SP5 Installation User Guide 070307a indd
Users manual
Sportster 5
Sportster 5
Satellite Radio
User Guide
User Guide
Congratulations on the Purchase of your new SIRIUS Sportster SP5
Plug-n-Play Radio
Your new SIRIUS Sportster™ SP5 Plug-n-Play Radio lets you enjoy SIRIUS® Satellite Radio’s
digital entertainment anywhere you’ve installed the SUPH1 SIRIUS Universal Plug and Play
Home Kit, SUPV1 SIRIUS Universal Plug and Play Vehicle Kit, or the SUBX1 SIRIUS Plug and
Play Universal Boombox (each sold separately). Use this manual to familiarize yourself with all
of SIRIUS Sportster’s features and capabilities. For the latest information about this and other
SIRIUS Sportster products and accessories, visit http://www.sirius.com.
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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
WARNING AND SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Canadian Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
General Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
COPYRIGHTS & TRADEMARKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
PACKAGE CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installing the Vehicle Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installing the Magnetic Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Connecting the Cigarette Lighter Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Docking the SIRIUS Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Connecting Your SIRIUS Radio to Your Vehicle’s Audio System . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Direct Wired Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Direct FM Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Cassette Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Wireless Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Wireless Connection Using the FM Extender Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Subscribing to the SIRIUS Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
SIRIUS Sportster SP5 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Remote Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Vehicle Dock Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Display Screen Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Navigating Menus and Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Display (DISP) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Search Modes (Category, Channel, Artist, Song Title) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
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Direct Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Channel Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Jump Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Memory (MEMO) and Song Seek (S-Seek) Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Instant Replay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
FM Transmitter Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
MENU OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Sirius ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
FM Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Jump Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Display Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
S-Seek Alert Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Audio Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Channel Preview Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Factory Default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Parental Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Sports Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
NASCAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
NFL, NBA, NHL, College Football, College Basketball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Time-Based Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Program Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Auto Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Sleep Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Signal Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
SIRIUS ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
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Warning and Safety Information
FCC Information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
CLASS B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
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Canadian Compliance
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
General Precautions
Liquid Crystal Precautions
If the LCD screen on the SIRIUS Sportster is damaged, do not to touch the liquid crystal fluid.
If any of the following situations happen, take the action indicated:
If the liquid crystal fluid comes in contact with your skin, wipe the skin area with a cloth
and then wash the skin thoroughly with soap and running water.
If the liquid crystal fluid gets into your eye, flush the eye with clean water for at least 15
minutes. Seek medical care.
If the liquid crystal fluid is ingested, flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large
quantities of water and induce vomiting. Seek medical care.
Safety Precautions
Be sure to observe the following warnings. Failure to follow these safety instructions and
warnings may result in a serious accident.
Do not operate the SIRIUS SP5 in a way that might divert your attention from driving safely.
As a driver, you alone are responsible for safely operating your vehicle in accordance with
traffic safety laws at all times.
Do not install the unit where it may obstruct your view through the windshield, or of your
vehicle’s indicator displays.
Do not install the unit where it may hinder the function of safety devices such as an airbag.
Doing so may prevent the airbag from functioning properly in the event of an accident.
Be sure the unit is installed as described in these installation instructions and the instruc-
tions which accompany each accessory kit. SIRIUS Satellite Radio is not responsible for
issues arising from installations which were not installed according to the instructions.
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To avoid short circuits, do not open the unit, and never put or leave any metallic objects
(coins, tools, etc.) inside the unit.
If the unit emits smoke or unusual odors, turn the power off immediately, and disconnect the
unit from any power source.
Do not drop the unit or subject it to strong shocks.
If the unit doesn’t seem to be working properly, turn the unit off, wait 10 seconds, and then
turn it on again.
The installation and use suggestions contained in this manual are subject to any restric-
tions or limitations that may be imposed by applicable law. The purchaser should check
applicable law for any restrictions or limitations before installing and/or operating this unit.
Do not install the FM Extender Antenna where it will hinder or block your view. In some states
it may be illegal to mount it on the windshield of your vehicle. Check applicable law for any
restrictions or limitations before installing the FM Extender Antenna on your windshield.
Do not install the FM Extender Antenna where it may hinder the function of safety devices
such as an airbag. Doing so may prevent the airbag from functioning properly in the event
of an accident.
Warnings
Notice To Drivers In California and Minnesota
State law prohibits drivers in California and Minnesota from using suction mounts on their
windshields while operating motor vehicles. Other dashboard or friction mounting options
should be used. SIRIUS does not take any responsibility for any fines, penalties, or damages
that may be incurred as a result of disregarding this notice. (See California Vehicle Code
Section 26708(a); Minnesota Statutes 2005, Section 169.71)
Operating Temperature
The radio is designed to operate between -20° to +85° C (-4° to +185° F). Avoid leaving the
radio in a vehicle or elsewhere where the temperature may fall outside this range. Extreme
temperatures or extreme temperature fluctuations can degrade the performance of the LCD
display screen, and possibly damage it.
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Cleaning and Maintenance
If the radio or accessories become dirty, turn the power off and wipe them clean with a soft
cloth. Do not use hard cloths, strong cleaning fluids, paint thinner, alcohol, or other volatile
solvents to clean. These may cause damage to the radio.
Cigarette Lighter Adapter
The Vehicle Dock cannot be powered directly from a vehicle’s 12VDC power system. It must be
powered from the vehicle’s cigarette lighter or similar power port using the included Cigarette
Lighter Adapter or an equivalent DC power adapter (see your local electronics dealer).
Connecting the Vehicle Dock directly to the vehicle’s 12VDC power system may result in
damage to the Vehicle Dock or SIRIUS radio, or both.
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Copyrights & Trademarks
© 2007 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. All Rights Reserved.
® “SIRIUS”, the SIRIUS dog logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite
Radio Inc. “NFL” and the NFL Shield logo, and the NFL Sunday Drive name and logo are
registered trademarks of the National Football League. “NHL” and the NHL Shield are registered
trademarks of the National Hockey League. “NBA” and the NBA silhouette logo are registered
trademarks of NBA Properties Inc. All other trademarks, service marks, sports team names,
album art, and logos are the property of their respective owners. All Rights Reserved.
™ “Sportster” is a trademark of SIRIUS Satellite Radio.
Portions of the software on this radio are licensed under the eCos License. Distribution of
eCos requires that the eCos source code be made available to SIRIUS Satellite Radio customers.
The eCos License and eCos source code are available to the public at http://www.sirius.com/
ecoslicense.
SIRIUS Satellite Radio reserves all rights to all radio software not covered under the eCos
license. This includes all portions of radio software that were not distributed to SIRIUS as part
of the eCos operating system.
Hardware, subscription and activation fee required. For full Terms & Conditions, visit
http://sirius.com. Prices and programming are subject to change. Not available in HI and AK.
Equipment and subscription sold separately. Installation required with some equipment.
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Package Contents
The following items are included with your SIRIUS Sportster SP5 radio:
Sportster SP5 RadioSportster SP5 Radio Remote
Control
Remote
Control
Vehicle DockVehicle Dock
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Suction Cup MountSuction Cup Mount Vent Mount &
Extended Vent Hooks
Vent Mount &
Extended Vent Hooks
Cigarette Lighter
Adapter
Cigarette Lighter
Adapter
Magnetic AntennaMagnetic Antenna Antenna
Cover/Tail
Antenna
Cover/Tail
Mounting ScrewsMounting Screws Alcohol WipeAlcohol Wipe
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Unpack your SIRIUS Sportster SP5 carefully and make sure that everything shown is present.
If anything is missing or damaged, or if your SIRIUS Sportster radio fails to operate, notify your
dealer immediately. It is recommended that you retain the original carton and packing materials
in case you need to ship your radio in the future.
Suction Cups (2)Suction Cups (2)FM Extender AntennaFM Extender Antenna Self Adhesive
Cable Guides (3)
Self Adhesive
Cable Guides (3)
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Installation
SIRIUS suggests that you have your Sportster SP5 professionally-installed in your vehicle.
Professional installation provides an experienced technician to install this product in your vehicle,
advice for selecting a suitable mounting location for the Vehicle Dock, installation of the antenna,
and proper routing of all the necessary wires and cables. If the locations of your SIRIUS
radio and your vehicle’s FM antenna make the performance of your SIRIUS radio’s built-in
FM transmitter within your vehicle poor, a professional installer will have the necessary
accessories to install an optional FM Direct Adapter or audio cable to connect the audio output
of the Vehicle Dock directly to your vehicle’s audio system. Ask your SIRIUS retailer if they
provide professional installation services, or can recommend a professional installation service.
Installing the Vehicle Dock
When installing the vehicle dock in your vehicle, choose a location that will not block your vi-
sion, interfere with the vehicle controls, or obstruct the air bag. The location should be easily
accessible and provide good visibility of the display, and should not be located where it will be
in direct sunlight which will affect the visibility of the radio’s display screen.
The mounting accessories necessary to install the vehicle dock in a vehicle are provided.
Figure 1 shows two examples of the SIRIUS radio mounted in a vehicle: A is the suction cup
mount method, and B is the vent mount method using the vent mount clip.
Note: The supplied suction cup mount and vent mount should work in most vehicles. If your
installation requires a different mounting option, check with a local electronics retailer for
other compatible mounts that are available separately.
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Depending upon the mounting location you select in your vehicle, the mount should be attached
to the vehicle dock and installed as described in the following sections.
A.
B.
Figure 1
A.
B.
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Suction Cup Mount Method (A)
The suction cup mount may be attached to your vehicle’s windshield. Before attaching the
suction cup mount to your windshield, you should check your state and local laws for regulations
regarding mounting this device on your windshield.
To mount the vehicle dock using the suction cup mount, assemble the mount as follows:
Attach the vehicle dock to the suction cup mount using the provided screws. (See Figure 2.)
Attach Dock
to Mount with
Included Screws
Clean the area where you are attaching the suction cup with the supplied alcohol wipe.
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Figure 2Figure 2
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Be sure the cam lever is up (as shown in Figure 3) and position the suction cup mount
on the windshield or other location you have chosen. Press the cam lever all the way
down towards the base of the mount until it locks to firmly adhere the suction cup.
(To unlock the suction cup, lift the lever up.)
Press Lever
Down To
Lock Mount
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Figure 3Figure 3
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Vent Mount Method (B)
To mount the vehicle dock using the vent mount method, install the vent mount as follows:
If the vent louvers in your vehicle are recessed, you may need to use the longer vent hooks
with the vent mount. Refer to Figure 4 and install the longer vent hooks into the vent
mount. Be sure to observe the orientation of the vent hooks as shown.
Slide Short
Vent Hooks Out
Remove
End Cap
Slide Extended
Vent Hooks In
Replace
End Cap
Attach the vent mount to the vehicle dock using the provided screws. (See Figure 5.)
Attach Dock
to Mount with
Included Screws
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Figure 4Figure 4
Figure 5Figure 5
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Refer to Figure 6 and attach the vent mount to a heating/air conditioning vent
in your vehicle. Position the two tension springs A against a vent louver B. Then
push the vent mount into the vent, far enough so that the hooks C drop down and
hook the rear of the vent louver (see Figure 7). Once the hooks have grasped a
vent louver, the tension springs A will keep the vent mount hooked to the louver.
FM OUT ANT
C
B
A
D
PUSH
FM OUT ANT HOOKED
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Figure 6Figure 6
Figure 7Figure 7
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The angle of the vehicle dock may be changed by changing the position of foot D on the
vent mount to a different adjustment hole. (See Figure 8.)
4.
FM OUT ANT
ADJUSTMENT
HOLES
D
Figure 8
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Installing the Magnetic Antenna
Caution
Because adhesive is used in the installation of the Rubber Antenna Cover/Tail, we recommend
that you install the antenna at or above room temperature (68° F). The adhesive on the Rubber
Cover/Tail may not adhere properly to the vehicle roof at temperatures lower than this. Warmer
temperatures will also make it easier to route of the antenna cable through the rubber molding
around the windows and in other areas in the vehicle. Maximum adhesion usually occurs within
72 hours at room temperature, so you should avoid car washes as well as other contact with
the antenna and Rubber Cover/Tail during this 72 hour period.
Warning
Be sure not to cut, damage, or puncture the external jacket of the antenna cable during the
installation procedure. Damage to the antenna cable can degrade the SIRIUS signal or make
it unavailable, and can also cause water to intrude via the cable into the antenna causing the
antenna to fail.
Do not lengthen or shorten the antenna cable by cutting it. Doing so will cause the antenna to
not function properly.
Installation
Installing the magnetic antenna consists of two steps:
Mounting the magnetic antenna and Rubber Antenna Cover/Tail on the vehicle
Routing the antenna cable through the vehicle to the Vehicle Dock
ANTENNA MOUNTING
The SIRIUS Magnetic Mount Vehicle Antenna has a strong magnetic mount designed to hold
it in place during normal driving conditions (highway/city). This also makes the antenna easy to
remove for transferring it to other vehicles.
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Figure 9 shows the optimal mounting location for the antenna on several types of vehicles.
These mounting positions should be observed when installing the antenna:
Sedan/Coupe/SUV/Mini-Van: Install the antenna at the rear center of the roof, near the
rear window.
Pickup Truck: Install the antenna at the front center of the roof, near the windshield.
Convertible: Install the antenna at the front center of the trunk lid, near the rear window.
The SIRIUS antenna needs to have an unobstructed area of 3 inches by 3 inches around it.
It is important to mount the antenna where no obstructions will block the antenna from receiving
the SIRIUS signal. Objects which can obstruct the antenna could be a roof rack, a sunroof, a
roof-mounted cargo container, another antenna, etc. If your vehicle has a potential obstruction,
be sure that the SIRIUS antenna is mounted at least 3 inches away from it (but no closer than
3 inches from the roof edge, or trunk lid in the case of a convertible).
Note: Read the DO and DO NOT installation tips beginning on page 29 for additional antenna
installation information.
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Sedan/Coupe Pickup Truck SUV/Mini-Van
Convertible
Figure 9
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Follow this procedure to mount the antenna:
Select an appropriate mounting position for your type of vehicle that has an unobstructed
area of 3 inches by 3 inches around the antenna.
Attach the Rubber Cover/Tail to the antenna, as shown in Figure 10, and press the an-
tenna cable into the rubber cover/tail. The Rubber Cover/Tail will help to position the
antenna the correct distance from the edge of the roof or trunk lid.
Clean the surface area of the vehicle where you will be installing the antenna with the
alcohol prep pad.
Peel the protective material from the adhesive strips (see Figure 10) and press the rubber
Cover/Tail firmly into place on the vehicle.
Double check that the location of the antenna and rubber cover/tail are correct, and
continue to press firmly down on the Rubber Cover/Tail for another 30 seconds. At room
temperature (68° F), maximum adhesion usually occurs within 72 hours. During this
period, avoid car washes and other contact with the antenna and the Rubber Antenna
Cover/Tail.
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5.
Rubber Antenna
Cover/Tail
Protective
Strips Strain
Relief
Cable
Magnetic Antenna
(Upside-Down)
Figure 10
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CABLE ROUTING
After you have mounted the antenna you can route the antenna cable to the SIRIUS
Vehicle Dock. Separate antenna cable routing procedures are provided for each type of vehicle:
Sedan/Coupe, Pickup Truck, SUV/Mini-Van and Convertible.
Note that additional breakout illustrations for each step of the antenna cable routing procedures
can be found on the SIRIUS website at http://www.sirius.com. Click on the Install/Activate link
and then follow the link for the Car Installation Tips.
Sedan/Coupe Antenna Cable Routing Procedure
Figure 11 shows how the antenna cable should be routed from the antenna to your SIRIUS
radio in a sedan/coupe.
1. Feed Cable Under
Rubber Molding
Around Window
4. Route Cable from Trunk Under
Interior Trim, into Cabin and
Towards Front of Vehicle
6. Bring Cable Out To
SIRIUS
Receiver
Location
5. Bring Cable out from Trim
and Route Under Carpet to
Dashboard or Console.
2. Route Cable Out of
Window Molding and
Into Weatherstripping
Around Trunk Opening
3. Route Cable
Along Trunk Wall
and Into Cabin
ANTENNA
Figure 11
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Follow these detailed cable installation instructions:
Feed the cable from the antenna underneath the rubber molding around the rear window.
Use a plastic putty knife or similar object to lift the rubber molding around the rear window
and tuck the antenna cable underneath the molding. Route the antenna cable around and
down the window to the lowest point. If your rear window does not have rubber molding,
SIRIUS recommends consulting with a professional installer.
Route the antenna cable out of the window molding and into the rubber weather stripping
around the trunk opening. Lift the weather stripping from the opening and tuck the cable
inside it, then replace the weather stripping. To avoid sharp bends in the cable, run the
cable inside of the weather stripping for a few inches, then remove the cable from the
weather stripping inside of the trunk. Keep the cable away from hinges, gears, etc., that
could damage it.
Route the cable out from the rubber weather stripping and along the trunk wall. Continue
routing the cable into the cabin through a conduit or along an existing wiring harness.
Route the cable through the main cabin area under the interior trim, towards the front
of the vehicle. Use the plastic putty knife to lift the plastic trim just enough to tuck the
cable under underneath. Avoid side airbag locations on back pillars and above the doors.
(Airbag locations are marked with “SRS” logos.) Be careful not to crimp or cut the cable.
Bring the cable out from the trim near the firewall and route it under the carpet toward
the dashboard or console. Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the
carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the excess cable with
wire ties.
Bring the end of the cable out at the SIRIUS Vehicle Dock location. Leave yourself enough
cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna connector on the Vehicle Dock.
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Pickup Truck Antenna Cable Routing Procedure
Figure 12 shows how the antenna cable should be routed from the antenna to your SIRIUS
radio in a pickup truck.
Follow these detailed cable installation instructions:
Use a plastic putty knife or similar tool to lift the rubber molding around the windshield and
tuck the antenna cable underneath it.
Continue tucking the cable underneath the windshield molding around the windshield to
the lowest corner.
At the lowest corner of the windshield, route the cable out of the windshield molding and
into the rubber weather stripping around the door opening. Lift the weather stripping from
the opening and tuck the cable inside it, then replace the weather stripping. Run the cable
inside of the weather stripping to the bottom of the door opening.
Pull the cable out of the weather stripping at the bottom of the door opening and route
it under the carpet toward the dashboard. Coil any excess cable in a hidden location,
such as under the carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the
excess cable with wire ties.
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4.
1. Route Cable Under
Rubber Molding
Around Windshield
2. Continue Tucking Cable
Under Molding To
Bottom of Windshield
3. Route Cable Out of Molding
and Into Weatherstripping
Around Door Opening.
Continue to Bottom of
Door Opening.
4. Bring Cable out from
Weatherstripping and
Route Under Carpet
5. Bring Cable Out to
SIRIUS Receiver
Location
ANTENNA
Figure 12
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Bring the end of the cable out at the SIRIUS Vehicle Dock location. Leave yourself enough
cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna connector on the Vehicle Dock.
SUV/Mini-Van Antenna Cable Routing Procedure
Figure 13 shows how the antenna cable should be routed from the antenna to your SIRIUS
radio in an SUV or a Mini-Van.
Follow these detailed cable installation instructions:
Feed the antenna cable underneath the rubber weather stripping of the rear tailgate win-
dow/door and route the cable along the rear hatch. Lift the weather stripping from the
opening and tuck the cable inside it, then replace the weather stripping. Pull the cable out
from weather stripping and route it into the cabin under the interior trim. Avoid hinges or
gears that could crimp or cut the cable.
5.
1.
1. Feed Cable Under
Rubber Seal Around
Hatch Opening
3. Route Cable
Under Carpet
to Dashboard
4. Bring Cable Out To
SIRIUS
Receiver
Location
2. Route Cable Under Interior
Trim, into Cabin and
Towards Front of Vehicle
ANTENNA
Figure 13
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Route the cable through the SUV’s main cabin area under the interior trim, towards the
front of the vehicle. Use a plastic putty knife to lift the plastic trim just enough to tuck the
cable under underneath. Avoid side airbag locations on back pillars and above the doors.
(Airbag locations are marked with “SRS” logos.) Be careful not to crimp or cut the cable.
Bring the cable out from the trim near the firewall and route it under the carpet toward
the dashboard or console. Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the
carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the excess cable with
wire ties.
Bring the end of the cable out at the SIRIUS Vehicle Dock location. Leave yourself enough
cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna connector on the Vehicle Dock.
Convertible Antenna Cable Routing Procedure
Figure 14 shows how the antenna cable should be routed from the antenna to your SIRIUS
radio in a convertible.
2.
3.
4.
6. Bring Cable Out To
SIRIUS
Receiver
Location
1. Bring Cable from
Antenna Into Inside
of Trunk Lid
2. Tape Cable Along
Inside of Lid to
Hinge Strut
4. Route Cable from Trunk
Under Interior Trim, into
Cabin and Towards Front
of Vehicle
5. Bring Cable out from
Trim and Route Under
Carpet to Dashboard
or Console.
3. Tie Cable to Hinge Strut, Allowing
Slack for Lid to Open and Close.
Route Cable Into Cabin
Through Existing Wire
Channel.
ANTENNA
Figure 14
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Follow these detailed cable installation instructions:
Bring the cable from the antenna into the trunk at the front edge of the trunk lid. Keep
any bends in the cable loose. Tape or tie the cable along the inside of the trunk lid to the
trunk lid hinge strut.
Allow enough slack in the cable so the trunk lid can easily open and close and keep the
cable away from hinges, gears, etc., that could crimp or cut it. Route the cable along the
trunk wall and into the cabin through a conduit or along an existing wiring harness.
Route the cable through the main cabin area under the interior trim, towards the front of
the vehicle. Use a plastic putty knife to lift the plastic trim just enough to tuck the cable un-
der underneath. Avoid side airbag locations on back pillars and above the doors. (Airbag
locations are marked with “SRS” logos.) Be careful not to crimp or cut the cable.
Bring the cable out from the trim near the firewall and route it under the carpet toward
the dashboard or console. Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the
carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the excess cable with
wire ties.
Bring the end of the cable out at the SIRIUS Vehicle Dock location. Leave yourself enough
cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna connector on the Vehicle Dock.
TIPS
The following DO and DO NOT antenna mounting tips illustrate how to install the antenna for
optimal performance, and also illustrate where the antenna should not be installed.
DO
Mount the antenna on the
roof, at least 3 inches from
the edge.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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DO
Mount the antenna on
the roof where it has a
clear view of the sky in all
directions.
DO
Mount the antenna on the
roof where it has at least
3 inches of clear space
around it.
3”
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DO
Use the supplied Rubber
Tail Cover to protect the
antenna cable.
DO
NOT
Don’t mount the antenna
inside the vehicle, for
example, on the dashboard.
DO
NOT
Don’t mount the antenna on
any of the vehicle’s front,
back or side pillars.
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DO
NOT
Don’t mount the antenna
close to a roof rack. Adjust
the rack so it’s further away
from the antenna or move
the antenna closer to the
center of the roof.
DO
NOT
Don’t mount the antenna
close to another antenna.
Mount it at least 3 inches
away.
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DO
NOT
Don’t mount the antenna
closer than 3 inches from
the edge of the roof. Use
the supplied rubber tail/
cover as a guide for judging
proper length and correct
positioning.
After you’ve routed the cable to the SIRIUS Vehicle Dock, connect the antenna cable to the ANT
connection on the right side of the Vehicle Dock. (See Figure 15.)
FM OUT ANT
Vehicle Dock
(Right Side)
Antenna
Connection
Figure 15
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Connecting the Cigarette Lighter Adapter
Connect the provided cigarette lighter adapter to the 5VDC connector on the back of the
Vehicle Dock. (See Figure 16.)
Note: Do not power the Vehicle Dock directly from your vehicle’s 12VDC power system with-
out using the Cigarette Lighter Adapter. This could damage the Vehicle Dock, your SIRIUS
radio or both.
Docking Your SIRIUS Radio
To place your SIRIUS SP5 into the Vehicle Dock, align the radio against the rear of the Dock
so that the rails on the Dock fit into the mounting slots in the back of the radio (Figure 17).
Slide the radio all the way down onto the Dock so that it fits firmly.
Mounting
Slots
Figure 17
AUDIO
5VDC
Vehicle
Dock
(Left Side)
5V DC
Connection
12V
Power
Outlet
Cigarette Lighter
Adapter
Figure 16
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Connecting Your SIRIUS Radio to Your Vehicle’s Audio System
There are two ways to connect your SIRIUS Sportster SP5 to your vehicle’s audio system:
Direct Connection or Wireless Connection. Which one will perform best in your vehicle
depends on your vehicle’s audio system.
For the latest information go to http://www.sirius.com/vehicleinstallation.
Direct Wired Audio Connection
If your vehicle’s audio system has an “AUX IN” or “LINE IN” jack it is the best-quality audio
connection you can use for your SIRIUS radio. (And if the AUX IN or LINE INconnector is located
somewhere on the front of your vehicle radio or elsewhere in the cabin, this is also the easiest
way to connect your SIRIUS radio.)
1. Purchase an audio cable that matches the connection type of your vehicle’s audio system and
your SIRIUS Vehicle Dock at your local electronics retailer.
• The Vehicle Dock requires a male 1
/
8” stereo connector.
2. Plug the cable’s male 1
/
8” stereo connector into the AUDIO jack on the left side of the Vehicle
Dock. Plug the other end into the AUX IN/LINE IN connector on your vehicle’s audio system.
(See Figure 18.)
AUDIO
5VDC
Aux In Mode
Stereo Cable (Sold Separately)
AUDIO
Jack
Vehicle Radio
To AUX IN
or LINE IN
Connector
Vehicle Dock
(Left Side)
Figure 18
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Direct FM Audio Connection
If your vehicle’s audio system does not have an Aux In/Line In connection, a SIRIUS FM Direct
Adapter (sold separately) will provide the next best quality connection between your SIRIUS radio
and your vehicle radio. You will listen to your SIRIUS radio through your car radio’s FM tuner, but
the SIRIUS FM Direct Adapter connects your vehicle’s FM radio directly to your SIRIUS radio’s
FM Out jack, eliminating the outside static and interference you sometimes experience when
using a wireless FM connection. (See Figure 19.)
NOTE: Professional installation may be required. See your local SIRIUS retailer. The SIRIUS
FM Direct Adapter is available at your local SIRIUS retailer or at http://shop.sirius.com.
Follow to the instructions included with the FM Direct Adapter.
FM OUT ANT
Vehicle Radio
Antenna
Connection
Vehicle
Antenna
FM OUT
Jack
Vehicle Dock
(Right Side)
FM Direct Adapter
(Sold Separately)
FM Mode
Figure 19
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Cassette Adapter
If your vehicle’s audio system has a cassette player you can purchase a cassette adapter
from your local electronics retailer or from SIRIUS at http://shop.sirius.com. Plug the adapter’s
connector into the AUDIO jack on the left side of the Vehicle Dock, and insert the adapter into
your vehicle’s cassette player. (See Figure 20.)
Note: Refer to the cassette adapter’s instructions for correct use.
AUDIO
5VDC
Cassette Mode
Vehicle Radio
Cassette Adapter (Sold Separately)
Vehicle Dock
(Left Side)
AUDIO
Jack
Figure 20
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Wireless Connection
If you cannot connect your SIRIUS radio directly to your vehicle’s audio system, your SIRIUS
radio contains an FM transmitter that will ‘broadcast’ its audio to your vehicle’s FM radio.
To use this you need to tune the SIRIUS receiver’s FM transmitter to an FM frequency that’s not
being used in your area (If you use an FM channel that is being used by a local broadcaster, it
will interfere with the performance of your SIRIUS radio.) See Figure 21.
1. Tune through your vehicle radio’s FM channels to fi nd
an FM channel (between 88.1MHz and 107.9MHz) that
is not broadcasting in your area.
2. Once you have located an FM channel that is not
broadcasting in your area, save it as a preset on your
vehicle radio. This will become your SIRIUS preset.
3. Dock your SIRIUS receiver and turn its power ON.
Wait for the Channel Update to finish before pressing
any buttons.
4. Press the MENU button. The MENU OPTIONS screen
will appear. Turn the Rotary Knob to highlight FM
TRANSMITTER and press the SELECT button to select it.
See Figure 22.
5. Highlight and select FM ON/OFF, then highlight and
select ON. See Figure 23.
6. Highlight and select SET FM PRESETS.
Vehicle
FM Antenna
disp
disp
memo
memo
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0
menu
menu
band
band
FM Transmit
FM Transmit
90.1
90.1
SIRIUS Sportster SP5Vehicle Radio
Match Frequencies
Figure 21
MENU
Button Rotary
Knob
Figure 22
Figure 23
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7. Highlight and select FM1. (FM1 is factory-set to 88.1MHz. This may not be the best
frequency for your area.) See Figure 24, left.
8. Use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons to highlight the FM frequency that matches the channel
that you preset on your vehicle radio, then press the SELECT button to select it. (See Figure 24,
right.)
To listen to your SIRIUS radio, turn your SIRIUS radio ON, then turn your vehicle’s FM radio ON
and press the SIRIUS preset you set in Step 2, on page 38.
TIP: If you regularly travel between cities with different active FM channels, you may need to
find channels that are not broadcasting in each city. Your SIRIUS Sportster SP5 can store up
to 5 preset FM transmit channels (see Figure 24, left), so you can easily switch to the best FM
channel for each city.
• To switch the FM transmit preset, press-and-hold the FM FREQUENCY button on the SP5 front
panel, or press the FM FREQUENCY button on the remote. (See page 75.)
If you’re not sure which FM channels are not broadcasting in your home or travel cities, you can
also go to http://www.sirius.com/fmchannel and search for a suggested FM channel based
on your zip code.
Wireless Audio Connection Using the FM Extender Antenna
Your SIRIUS radio includes an FM Extender Antenna that can maximize the audio quality of
your SIRIUS radio when using a wireless audio connection. Should the wireless audio quality
without the FM Extender Antenna be not acceptable, you can try using the FM Extender Antenna
(or opt for a direct connection, as described previously). Proper placement of the FM Extender
Antenna inside your vehicle in close proximity to the vehicle’s own FM antenna will provide a
strong FM signal for good reception. The FM Extender Antenna has permanent adhesive mounts
for installing it in your vehicle.
Figure 24
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Because of the different kinds and locations of radio antennas found in different vehicles,
SIRIUS suggests that the FM Extender Antenna be professionally installed in your vehicle.
Professional installation provides an experienced technician to install the Extender Antenna,
knowledge of your vehicle for locating its radio antenna, and routing the cable and connecting it to
your SIRIUS radio. Ask your SIRIUS retailer if they provide professional installation services, or can
recommend a professional installation service.
Four distinct types of radio antennas are found in vehicles:
Aerial-Type Fender-Mounted
Radio Antenna:
A fixed or retractable aerial antenna
located on the front or rear fender of
the vehicle.
•
Aerial-Type Roof-Mounted
Radio Antenna:
A fixed aerial antenna mounted on the
roof (often at the front or rear of the
roof, just above the window glass).
•
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Before attempting installation, you should verify the type and location of your vehicle’s radio
antenna. If you have trouble locating it, consult the manual which accompanied your vehicle,
consult a dealer for your type of vehicle, or consult a professional installer.
On-Glass Type Radio Antenna:
Wires on the window glass of the
vehicle, usually near the top of the
window. It may be located on the
windshield glass, the rear window
glass, or a rear side window in some
SUV and mini-van type vehicles (and
other vehicles). It will look similar
to the rear window defroster wires
found in many vehicles.
•
“Shark-Fin” Type Radio Antenna:
A device resembling a shark fin (or
other shape) located on the vehicle
roof above the rear window.
•
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42
The FM Extender Antenna should be mounted inside the vehicle, as close as possible to the
vehicle antenna. A test mounting should be done first using the included suction cup mounts
to test the installation. Once you find a location that provides good results, you will remove the
suction cups and permanently adhere the FM Extender Antenna using the supplied adhesive
mounts.
To install the FM Extender Antenna in your vehicle, follow these instructions:
Attach the suction cups to the FM Extender Antenna in the positions shown in Figure 25.
In this step, follow the specific instructions in sub-step a,b,c, or d depending on the type
of radio antenna in your vehicle:
a. Installation Instructions for Vehicles with Aerial-Type Fender-Mounted Antenna.
For vehicles where the radio antenna is located on the front fender, the FM Extender
Antenna should be mounted vertically on the front windshield at the edge of the
glass nearest to the antenna. (Figure 26, on page 43)
For vehicles where the radio antenna is located on the rear fender, the FM
Extender Antenna should be mounted vertically on the rear window at the edge of the
glass nearest to the antenna. (Figure 27, on page 43)
Attach the FM Extender Antenna to the section of glass closest to the vehicle
antenna in a vertical orientation. (Figure 26 or Figure 27, on page 43) The wire
between the two suction cups should be pulled taut and as straight as possible, and
should not obstruct the driver’s view.
1.
2.
Suction Cups
Figure 25
Important Caution: In some states it may not be legal to put the FM Extender
Antenna on the windshield glass. In this case, mount the FM Extender Antenna
on the A-pillar or B-pillar adjacent to the FM antenna (see Figures 26 and 27,
on page 43).
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Mount FM Extender
Antenna at Edge of
Windshield Nearest
to Vehicle Antenna.
Alternate Mounting
Location on
Adjacent A-Pillar.
Vehicle
Antenna
Mount FM Extender Antenna at Edge of
Rear Windshield Nearest to Vehicle Antenna.
Vehicle
Antenna
Alternate
Mounting
Location
on Adjacent
B-Pillar.
Figure 26
Figure 27
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44
b. Installation Instructions for Vehicles with Aerial-Type Roof-Mounted Antenna.
For
vehicles where the radio antenna is located on the front or rear of the roof of the
vehicle, the FM Extender Antenna should be mounted horizontally on the front or rear
glass below the vehicle antenna, or installed into the vehicle’s headliner, directly
under the vehicle antenna.
If you are installing the FM Extender Antenna on the window glass, attach the
suction cups to the glass under the vehicle antenna in a horizontal orientation.
The wire between the two suction cups should be pulled taut and as straight as
possible, and should not obstruct the driver’s view (see Figure 28).
If you are installing the FM Extender Antenna into the headliner, remove the suction
cups and tuck the wire into the headliner, stretched taut and straight, and centered
directly under the vehicle antenna.
c. Installation Instructions for Vehicles with On-Glass Type Antenna.
For vehicles where the radio antenna is located on the window glass, the FM Extender
Antenna can be mounted horizontally on the glass, directly over the vehicle’s radio
antenna, or installed into the vehicle’s headliner, directly above the vehicle’s antenna.
If you are installing the FM Extender Antenna on the window glass, attach the
suction cups to the glass centered over the vehicle’s radio antenna in a horizontal
•
•
•
Mount FM Extender Antenna on
Rear Windshield Under Roof-Mounted
Vehicle Antenna.
Vehicle Antenna (on Roof)
Figure 28
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orientation. The wire between the two suction cups should be pulled taut and as
straight as possible, and should not obstruct the driver’s view. (See Figures 29 & 30)
If you are installing the FM Extender Antenna into the headliner, remove the suction
cups and tuck the wire into the headliner, stretched taut and straight, and centered
directly above the vehicle’s antenna.
•
Mount FM Extender Antenna on
Rear Windshield Directly Over
Vehicle Antenna
Vehicle Antenna
(Inside Glass)
Mount FM Extender Antenna
on Window Directly Over
Vehicle Antenna
Vehicle Antenna
Figure 29
Figure 30
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46
d. Installation Instructions for Vehicles with Shark-Fin Type Roof-Mounted
Antenna. For vehicles where the radio antenna is located on the rear of the roof of
the vehicle, the FM Extender Antenna should be mounted horizontally on the glass
below the vehicle’s antenna, or installed into the vehicle’s headliner, directly under
the vehicle’s antenna.
If you are installing the FM Extender Antenna on the window glass, attach the
suction cups to the glass under the vehicle antenna in a horizontal orientation.
The wire between the two suction cups should be pulled taut and as straight as
possible, and should not obstruct the driver’s view (see Figure 31).
If you are installing the FM Extender Antenna into the headliner, remove the suction
cups and tuck the wire into the headliner, stretched taut and straight, and centered
directly under the vehicle antenna.
•
•
Mount FM Extender Antenna on
Rear Windshield Under Roof-Mounted
Vehicle Antenna.
Vehicle Antenna (on Roof)
Figure 31
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Temporarily plug the FM Extender Antenna
into the Vehicle dock’s FM OUT connector
(see Figure 32).
Tune the SIRIUS receiver’s FM transmitter
to an FM frequency that’s not being used
in your area (If you use an FM channel that
is being used by a local broadcaster, it will
interfere with the performance of your
SIRIUS radio.) See Figure 33.
a. Tune through your vehicle radio’s FM channels to find an FM channel (between
88.1MHz and 107.9MHz) that is not broadcasting in your area. If you’re not sure
which FM channels are not broadcasting in your home or travel cities, you can also
go to http://sirius.com/fmchannel and search for a suggested FM channel based
on your zip code.
b. Once you have located an FM channel that is not broadcasting in your area, save it as a
preset on your vehicle radio. This will become
your SIRIUS preset.
c. Dock your SIRIUS receiver and turn its power
ON. Wait for the Channel Update to finish
before pressing any buttons.
d. Press the MENU button. The SETTINGS Screen
will appear. Turn the Rotary Knob to highlight
FM TRANSMITTER and press the Knob to select it.
See Figure 34.
3.
4.
FM OUT ANT
FM OUT
Jack
Vehicle Dock
(Right Side)
Cable From
FM Extender Antenna
Figure 32
disp
disp
memo
memo
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0
menu
menu
band
band
FM Transmit
FM Transmit
90.1
90.1
SIRIUS Sportster SP5
Vehicle Radio
Match Frequencies
Figure 33
MENU
Button Rotary
Knob
Figure 34
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e. Turn the Knob to highlight FM ON/OFF and press the
Knob to select it. Then turn the Knob to highlight ON
and press the Knob to select it. See Figure 35.
f. Turn the Knob to highlight Set FM Presets and press the
Knob to select it. (See Figure 32.)
g. Turn the Knob to highlight FM1 and press the Knob to
select it. (FM1 is factory-set to 88.1MHz. This may not
be the best frequency for your area.) See Figure 36.
h. Turn the Knob to highlight the FM frequency that matches the channel that you preset
on your vehicle radio, then press the Knob to select it. (See Figure 37.)
To listen to your SIRIUS radio, turn your SIRIUS radio ON, then turn your vehicle’s
FM radio ON and press the SIRIUS preset you set in Step b, on page 47. You
should now hear the audio from your SIRIUS radio over your vehicle’s FM radio.
If the audio quality is not satisfactory, try moving the FM Extender Antenna slightly
to see if a better signal can be obtained.
Note: If you have mounted the FM Extender Antenna in the headliner of the vehicle, skip
Step 5.
When you are satisfied with the FM Extender Antenna’s mounting location, remove the
suction cup mounts and peel the backing off the adhesive mounts (see Figure 38).
Permanently adhere the FM Extender Antenna in the same position on the glass (or
A-Pillar), keeping it taut and as straight as possible.
5.
Figure 35
Figure 37Figure 36
Adhesive Adhesive
Figure 38
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Unplug the FM Extender Antenna from the Vehicle Dock and permanently route its cable
around the vehicle’s passenger compartment to your SIRIUS radio Vehicle Dock.
• Use the included self adhesive cable guides (if necessary) to hold the antenna cable in
place until it reaches the weather stripping or moulding at the edge of the window.
• Tuck the cable into the molding and route it around the passenger compartment towards
the Vehicle Dock. Take advantage of any existing cable channels or wiring conduits.
• Take care not pull the cable across sharp edges that could damage it, and keep it away
from areas where it might entangle feet or interfere with the driver’s pedals.
• Coil any excess antenna cable in a location where it can be hidden and then secured.
7. Plug the FM Extender Antenna into the Vehicle Dock’s FM OUT connector. Refer to
Figure 35 on page 48.
Subscribing to the SIRIUS Service
Before you can listen to the SIRIUS service, you need to subscribe to the SIRIUS Satellite
Radio service. To subscribe, do the following:
Be sure that your SIRIUS Sportster SP5 is correctly installed, is properly docked in the
Vehicle Dock, and that the antenna is oriented to receive the SIRIUS signal.
Turn on the SP5. After the startup sequence, it will update the SIRIUS channel line-up.
Wait until the channel updates have completed before pressing any buttons.
Once the channels have been updated, the radio will automatically tune to channel 184
and the display will change to Call 1-888-539-SIRIUS to Subscribe. You will not be able
to listen to any other channels until you activate your SIRIUS subscription.
Use the SP5’s Knob to tune to channel 0 to display your SP5’s unique 12-digit SIRIUS
ID Number (SID). You can also tune to channel 0 by using the remote control: Press the
SELECT button, then the 0 (zero) button, and then the SELECT button again. The SID number
is also available on your SP5’s packaging, and may also be accessed by pressing the
MENU button and selecting SIRIUS ID. Write the SID number down.
Have your credit card handy and contact SIRIUS on the Internet at:
https://activate.siriusradio.com/ and follow the prompts to activate your subscription.
You can also call SIRIUS toll-free at: 1-888-539-SIRIUS (1-888-539-7474).
When you have successfully subscribed to the SIRIUS service an alert will be displayed.
To continue, press the Knob.
You are now ready to begin enjoying SIRIUS Satellite Radio’s digital entertainment, and can
tune to other channels!
6.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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Controls
SIRIUS Sportster SP5 Front Panel
Figure 39 and the section following identify and describe the SIRIUS Sportster SP5’s buttons
and controls.
Color LCD Display Screen: Provides information about the SP5’s operation, the program
that is playing and other programming that is available.
MENU Button: Accesses Menu options to make setup and feature changes. Pressing and
holding the MENU button lets you select between the different FM preset frequencies used
by the SP5’s built-in internal FM transmitter.
1.
2.
5
8
12
10
4
13 14 13
11
2
6
9
7
1
3
Figure 39
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IR Receiver: Receives IR signals from the included remote control.
Display (DISP) Button: Pressing and releasing this button displays the MY PRESETS screen.
Repeated presses toggle between the MY PRESETS, CHANNEL NAME, ARTIST NAME and SONG
TITLE lists, and the Default Display screen. Pressing and holding this button changes text
size of artist names and song titles on the display screen.
Power Button: Turns the SP5 ON and OFF.
Category Buttons: Press and release navigates through the CATEGORY LIST screens which
display the SIRIUS channel categories. Pressing and holding the > button increases the
display’s brightness; pressing and holding the < button decreases the display’s brightness.
Rotary Knob/Select Button: Rotating the Knob navigates through the different display
screens; pressing the Knob makes selections of items higlighted on the display screen.
Rotating clockwise increases the channel number (down the list), and moves down when
in a menu list. Rotating counterclockwise decreases the channel number (up the list), and
moves up in when in a menu list. When not in a menu or list, pressing the Knob selects the
channel entered using the number buttons.
Memory (MEMO) Button (S-Seek Function): Pressing and releasing this button saves
artist names and song titles. You can store up to 30 artist/song title combinations,
including favorite teams and traffic channels. Pressing and holding the MEMO button will
enter the recall mode, displaying the stored artist/song titles.
Band Button: Pressing and releasing this button switches between the preset banks
A, B, and C, which hold 10 presets each for a total of 30. Pressing and holding this
button switches to the MY PRESETS category, which lets you see what artists and songs are
playing on each of your stored presets.
Rewind Button: Used to rewind through content saved to Instant Replay. Pressing and
releasing this button rewinds to the beginning of the song or program. Pressing and
holding rewinds by time through the saved content.
Fast-Forward Button: Used to fast-forward through Instant Replay saved content. Press-
ing and releasing this button fast-forwards to the beginning of the next song or program.
Pressing and holding fast-forwards by time through the saved content.
Play/Pause Button: Pauses and replays live or time-shifted content from the currently
tuned channel. Pressing and holding this button displays the list of Saved content.
Preset Number Buttons (0 – 9): Sets and selects preset channels.
Jump Button: Jumps to a preset favorite channel. Pressing the button again returns back
to the original channel.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
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Remote Control Buttons
Figure 40 and the section following identify the remote control’s buttons.
Power Button: Turns the SP5 ON and OFF.
Select Button: Selects items highlighted in a list; hold-down to jump to the previously-
received channel. When not in a menu or list, pressing the Select button selects the
channel entered using the number buttons.
Category Buttons: Press and release navigates through the CATEGORY LIST screens which
display the SIRIUS channel categories. Pressing and holding the > button increases the
display’s brightness; pressing and holding the < button decreases the display’s brightness.
FM Frequency Button: Selects between the different FM preset frequencies used by the
SP5’s built-in internal FM transmitter.
MENU Button: Accesses the MENU OPTIONS to make setup and feature changes.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
91
8
3
5
4
6
7
2
11
12
13
14
15
16
10
Figure 40
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BAND Button: Pressing and releasing this button switches between the preset banks A,
B, and C, which hold 10 presets each for a total of 30. Pressing and holding this button
switches to the MY PRESETS category, which lets you see what artists and songs are
playing on each of your stored presets.
Memory (MEMO) Button (S-Seek Function): Pressing and releasing this button saves
artist names and song titles. You can store up to 30 artist/song title combinations.
Pressing and holding will enter the recall mode, displaying the stored artist/song titles.
Display (DISP) Button: Pressing and releasing this button displays the MY PRESETS screen.
Repeated presses toggle between the MY PRESETS, CHANNEL NAME, ARTIST NAME and SONG
TITLE lists and the Default Display screen. Pressing and holding this button changes text
size of artist names and song titles on the display screen.
MUTE Button: Mutes the SP5’s audio output.
Channel UP/DOWN Buttons: Navigates through channels and display screens.
Rewind Button: Used to rewind through content saved to Instant Replay. Pressing and
releasing this button rewinds to the beginning of the song or program. Pressing and hold-
ing rewinds by time through the saved content.
Fast-Forward Button: Used to fast-forward through Instant Replay saved content. Press-
ing and releasing this button fast-forwards to the beginning of the next song or program.
Pressing and holding fast-forwards by time through the saved content.
Play/Pause Button: Pauses and replays live or time-shifted content from the currently
tuned channel. Pressing and holding this button displays the list of Saved content.
VOL+/ VOL– Buttons: Increases or decreases the audio volume.
Number Buttons (0–9): Select channels directly and select preset channels.
Jump Button: Jumps to a preset favorite channel. Pressing the button again returns back
to the original channel.
Remote Control Battery Installation
To install the remote control battery,
turn the remote control over and locate
the battery cover near the bottom edge.
Open the battery compartment and place
the battery in the compartment with the
+ side of the battery facing up. Replace
the battery cover on the remote control.
See Figure 41.
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Insert Battery
“+” Side Up
Remove
Cover
Figure 41
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Vehicle Dock Reference Guide
Figure 42 and the section following identify and describe the Vehicle Dock’s features and
connectors.
DC5V Power Connector: Power connection for the supplied cigarette lighter adapter
(see page 34).
Audio Out (AUDIO) Connector: Audio output for directly connecting to your vehicle’s
audio system (see pages 35 & 37).
Docking Rails: Fit-into slots in the back of the SP5 to secure it while it is docked
(see page 34).
FM OUT Connector: FM output for use with the optional FM Direct Adapter (see page 36).
Antenna (ANT) Connector: Connection for the supplied magnetic antenna (see page 33).
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AUDIO
5VDC FM OUT ANT
1 2 433 5
Figure 42
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Operation
Display Screen Information
Your SIRIUS Sportster SP5’s display screen provides information about the operation
of the radio, such as the currently tuned channel, song or show being played, artist name,
time and other information. This screen is referred to as the Default screen in this manual.
Figure 43 identifies the information displayed when listening to a typical broadcast.
Whenever you power the SP5 ON, the previously-selected channel will automatically begin
playing, and the currently-playing artist name and song title will be displayed.
3-Digit Channel Number Channel Name
Band/Preset Bank
Number
Auto-Sizing/Scrolling Artist Name
Auto-Sizing/Scrolling Song Title
SIRIUS Signal Strength Meter
8-Character
Category Name
Clock
Figure 43
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Navigating Menus and Lists
The menu and list structures in your SIRIUS Sportster SP5 are navigated by turning the Knob to
scroll through a menu or list to highlight your choice, and then pressing the Knob to select the
choice. When using the remote control, menus and lists are navigated by pressing the Channel
UP/DOWN buttons, and then pressing the SELECT button to select the choice.
Display (DISP) Button
Pressing and holding the DISP button while the Default screen is displayed toggles between the
2-line artist name/song title text and large character displayed text (see Figure 44). The large
character format will change the character size and cause the field to scroll from right to left.
This feature is useful when viewing the display screen from a distance. Note that the displayed
text will scroll only if the length of the artist or title cannot be viewed in its entirety.
2-Line Text Format Large Text Format
Figure 44
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Pressing and releasing the DISP button enters the Channel List mode. Once the Channel List
mode is active, repeatedly pressing and releasing the DISP button will cycle the display between
these four screens (see Figure 45):
• Combination List Screen: Displays a list of channel numbers and names along with the
currently-playing song titles and artist names on each channel.
• Channel Name Screen: Displays a list of channel numbers and channel names.
• Artist Name Screen: Displays a list of the currently-playing artists on each channel.
• Song Title Screen: Displays a list of the currently-playing songs on each channel.
To exit the Channel List mode and return to the Default screen, press and hold the DISP button.
Channel NameCombination List
Song Title Artist Name
Figure 45
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Search Modes (Preset, Category, Channel, Artist, Song Title)
You can search for and select music four ways on your Sportster SP5: by category, by channel,
by artist, and by song title.
Searching Categories
If you want to browse different entertainment categories, push either Category button to
activate the Category search mode, which will display a list of the currently-playing artists and
currently-playing song titles on the different channels of the currently-active category.
Use the Category buttons to scroll through the music and entertainment categories
(see Figure 46). Note that your preset channels will be displayed as the My Presets
category.
When the category you want is displayed (for example, Pop), use the Knob to browse
the available channels within the category (on the remote, use the Channel UP/DOWN
buttons). When the desired channel is highlighted, press the Select button to select it.
The channel will be selected and the display will revert to the Default screen for the
selected channel.
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Figure 46
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Pressing the DISP button while in the category search mode will cycle between the
category’s channel names, the currently-playing artist names, and the currently-
playing song titles to enable you to preview what is playing on other channels before
making a selection. (See Figure 47.) When the channel/artist/song you want is
highlighted, press the Select button. The channel will be selected and the display will
revert to the Default screen for the selected channel.
To exit the Category mode without changing to a new channel, press and hold the DISP
button for one second.
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Figure 47
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Searching Channels (Channel List Mode)
It is possible to search for a different channel while listening to your current channel. Be sure
that the display shows the Default display screen prior to the following steps:
Press and hold the DISP button for two seconds to activate the channel list mode. The
channel list screen be displayed, showing all available channels regardless of category.
Pressing the DISP button while in the channel list mode will change between channel
name, artist name, and song title (see Figure 48). You can use this feature to search for a
specific artist, song, or show that may be playing at the time.
Turn the Knob to locate the channel you want (on the remote, use the Channel UP/DOWN
buttons).
Press the Select button to select the channel. To exit the channel list mode without
changing to a new channel, press and hold the DISP button for one second.
Note: If you are in the channel list mode and viewing a sports category channel list (NFL®
Zone, NHL® Zone, NBA® Zone), pressing the DISP button will toggle between the team
names and the current score of any live play-by-play game.
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Channel Name
Song Title
Artist Name
Figure 48
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Direct Tuning
Channels can be directly accessed by pressing and releasing the Knob and then using the
0 – 9 keys to enter the desired channel number (see Figure 49) Once the desired number has
been entered, the channel will change and the display will revert to the Default screen for the
selected channel. The SP5 will tune the channel immediately if three numbers are entered (for
example, “0”, ”0”, “7”), but if just one or two digits are entered, the radio will tune to the new
channel after three seconds.
Channel Presets
Channel presets lets you store up to 30 of your favorite channels as presets for quick access
with the press of a button.
Setting Channel Presets
Presets are stored in three banks, A, B, and C, each containing 10 channel presets.
Press the BAND button to activate the preset bank you want. The selected bank is shown in
the lower right corner of the Default display screen (see Figure 43, on page 55).
Select the channel you want to preset.
Press and hold for two seconds the numbered preset button (0 – 9) in which you want
to store the channel.
The selected preset number will flash and then remain lit on the display to show that it
has been memorized.
If the preset button you selected already has a channel stored in it, the preset will be replaced
with the newly stored channel.
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Figure 49
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Recalling Channel Presets
The 10 presets in the active bank (A, B, or C) can be selected by pressing the 0 through 9
buttons.
Press the BAND button to activate the preset bank you want. The selected bank is shown
in the lower right corner of the default display screen.
Press the desired preset button 0 – 9 to select the preset. The channel will change and
the display will revert to the Default screen for the new channel, with the preset shown in
the lower right corner.
Pressing and holding the BAND button displays the MY PRESETS screen (see below).
MY PRESETS SCREEN
You can use the Knob to quickly see what’s playing on all of your presets:
Press and hold the BAND button to activate the MY PRESETS screen (see Figure 50).
Turn the Knob in either direction to move through the presets. When the preset you want
to listen-to is highlighted, press the Select button to tune to it.
Turning the Knob will cycle through all of the stored presets by preset bank and number
(for example, A-1, A-2...B-1, B-2...C-1,C-2...). Continuing to turn the Knob after the last stored
preset is displayed will return back to the first stored preset.
To exit the MY PRESETS screen and return to Default display screen, press and hold the BAND
button.
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Figure 50
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Jump Button
Your SIRIUS Sportster SP5 features a special button called JUMP. This button can be
programmed to jump to a channel which is accessed frequently and temporarily such as traffic,
weather, news, or sports. The JUMP button lets you quickly tune to a specific channel and then
tune back to the original channel by pressing the button again (see Figure 51).
Refer to JUMP SETTINGS on page 78 for information on configuring the JUMP button.
If the jump button is set to Traffic, pressing the JUMP button will take you to your stored traffic
channel. If your traffic report is not immediately available, the band indicator on the display will
change to the jump icon to indicate a jump is active. Once your local traffic report is ready, the
radio will automatically tune to your stored traffic channel. You may have to wait a few minutes
for your desired report.
Pressing the JUMP button while the radio is searching will cancel the search. Pressing the JUMP
button after the radio has tuned to your traffic report will return to the channel to which you had
been listening immediately prior to pressing the JUMP button.
If the JUMP button is set to JumpSet, pressing the JUMP button will immediately tune to the
programmed channel. Pressing the JUMP button again will return to the channel to which you
had been listening immediately prior to pressing the JUMP button.
Note: The Jump button setting remains the same regardless of which preset bank is currently
selected.
Figure 51
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Memory (MEMO) and Song Seek (S-Seek) Functions
Your Sportster SP5 lets you to capture and store information (artist, song, sports team, or traffic
city) about the programming on the currently-tuned channel, up to a total of 50 items. The SP5
then continuously searches all the SIRIUS channels and alerts you when a match to a saved
program is being played. When a sports team (or teams) are stored in memory, at the time the
radio is initially powered on, you will be alerted when the sports teams are playing in a game
being broadcast. Also, while listening to your SIRIUS radio, you will be alerted should one of
the teams begin to play a game.
Storing Artist Names, Song Titles, and Sports Teams to Memory
If you are listening to a song or other entertainment channel, or a sports team, and wish to save
the artist, song, or sports team selection to memory for future S-Seek alerts, do the following:
For Artist Names or Song Titles: If the currently tuned-channel is a music or entertainment
channel, momentarily press and release the MEMO button. The radio will display a menu to
choose to store the artist name or the song title (see Figure 52).
If either the artist name or song title is not available to save, the choice will be displayed as
unavailable (see Figure 53).
Figure 52
Figure 53
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Turn the Knob (on the remote, use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons) to highlight STORE
ARTIST or STORE SONG (when available) and press the Select button to save the current
selection to memory.
If both the artist and song are available to save, you will be prompted again to save which-
ever one you haven’t yet saved, song title or artist name. If you do not wish to save, press
the MEMO button to exit.
For Sports Events: If the currently-tuned channel is an NFL, NBA, NHL, NASCAR or college
play-by-play sports broadcast, momentarily press and release the MEMO button. The SP5 will
display a menu to choose which sports team (or for NASCAR, which car number) should be
saved to memory (see Figure 54)
If either of the teams is not available to save, that team will be displayed as unavailable
(see Figure 55).
Turn the Knob (on the remote, use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons) to highlight the desired
sports team or car number (when available) and press the Select button to save the current
selection to memory.
Figure 54
Figure 55
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The next screen will ask which kind of alert you wish to have (see Figure 56).
INITIAL SPORTS ALERT will provide an alert when the team you have chosen is playing a game.
ALL SCORE UPDATES will provide an alert when the team you have chosen is playing a game,
and also when the scores are updated for the team.
Turn the Knob (on the remote, use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons) to highlight the desired
alert and press the Select button to save the selection to memory.
If both teams are available to save, you will be prompted again to save the other team. If you
wish to save the team, follow the same procedure as when saving the first team. If you do
not wish to save, press the MEMO button to exit.
The radio will then revert to the last active display mode.
If the new alert was successfully stored in memory, an ARTIST/SONG/GAME STORED pop-up screen
followed by an X USED/Y EMPTY screen will be displayed for one and two seconds respectively.
X is the total number of listings stored in memory, and Y is the total number of memory listings
still available for storage (see Figure 57).
Figure 56
Figure 57
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If all of the memory spaces are full when you press the MEMO button, a MEMORY FULL screen will
be displayed for one second (see Figure 58).
A REPLACE–CANCEL screen will then be displayed (see Figure 59).
Turn the Knob (on the remote, use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons) to highlight whether to
replace an existing alert or cancel saving the alert to memory, and press the Select button.
If you chose to cancel saving the alert, the SP5 will revert to the last active display mode.
If you chose to replace an existing alert, a listing of all the alerts stored in memory will be
displayed (see Figure 60).
Figure 58
Figure 59
Figure 60
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Turn the Knob (on the remote, use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons) to highlight the alert that
you would like to replace and press the Select button to store the new alert. If the new alert was
successfully stored in memory, the ARTIST/SONG/GAME STORED pop-up screen followed by the
X USED/Y EMPTY screen will be displayed for one and two seconds respectively (see Figure 57,
on page 66). The SP5 will then revert to the last active display mode.
Viewing Program Information stored in Memory
To view the program information stored in memory:
Press and hold the MEMO button for three seconds to enter the S-Seek Browse mode. The
program information stored in memory will be displayed in one-at-a-time page format.
Use the Knob (on the remote, use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons) to scroll through the
listings. This function allows you to review previously stored program information. The
information will be displayed as sports league or college/team name or artist name/song
title (see Figure 61).
Deleting a Song Title Stored in Memory
To delete a song title stored in memory:
Press and release the Select button while in S-SEEK mode. A pop-up screen displaying
various selectable options will be displayed (see Figure 62).
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Figure 62
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Turn the Knob (on the remote, use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons) to highlight the
DELETE option.
Press the Select button. A DELETE confirmation screen will appear (see Figure 63).
To permanently delete the program from your list, use the Knob (on the remote, use the
Channel UP/DOWN buttons) to highlight YES and press the Select button to confirm.
A DELETED popup screen, followed by the X USED/Y EMPTY screen will be displayed for one
and two seconds respectively. X is the total number of listings stored in memory, and Y is
the total number of memory listings still available for storage. The SP5 will then revert to
the last active display mode.
Activating the Song (S-Seek) Alert
When S-Seek alerts are enabled, whenever the Sportster SP5 is on it automatically searches
the channels to determine if a match exists with the program information stored in radio’s
memory. If one or more matches are found, a S-SEEK ALERT pop-up screen appears (see Figure
64) and an audible beep tone is heard, indicating that a match was found. If more than one
match is found you can use the Knob (on the remote, use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons) to
select the song that you wish to listen to. If you do not make a selection within 10 seconds, the
screen will revert to the last active display screen and tuning mode.
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Figure 63
Figure 64
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To turn on S-Seek alerts:
Press and hold the MEMO button for three seconds to enter the S-Seek mode.
Press the Select button. A pop-up screen displaying three selectable options, SONG SEEK
ON, SONG SEEK OFF and DELETE are displayed (see Figure 62, on page 68).
Use the Knob (on the remote, use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons) to highlight the SEEK
ON option.
Press the Select button to turn on S-Seek alerts.
SPORTS ALERT
Your SIRIUS Sportster SP5 can automatically identify when your favorite sports team is playing.
When a game is found, a SPORTS ALERT is displayed listing the sports events which are currently
being played (see Figure 65). Press the Select button to tune to the event.
Refer to the Sports Alert section on page 89 for information on setting your favorite sports
teams. You can also use the S-Seek feature to add sports alerts for additional teams. Refer to
the For Sports Events paragraph on page 65 for more information.
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Instant Replay
The SIRIUS Sportster SP5 is capable of storing the audio of the channel that you’re listening to
for later playback (up to approximately 44 minutes, depending upon the channel to which you
are tuned). As soon as you tune to a channel, the radio automatically begins storing the audio,
enabling you to rewind at any time to replay the audio again.
PLAY/PAUSE Button : If you are unable to continue listening to a channel, but don’t
want to miss the broadcast, pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button will mute the audio and mark
the point in the broadcast so you can use Instant Replay to resume listening at a later
time. Pressing and releasing the PLAY/PAUSE button again while the SP5 is muted begins
playing the stored audio from the point at which the program was paused. During Instant
Replay playback, the SP5 continues to store the channel’s live audio.
Pressing and holding the PLAY/PAUSE button changes the display to a listing of the artist’s
names in the stored audio, from the most recent to the oldest, beginning with an entry
called LIVE. Pressing the DISP button toggles the display between the artist name list and the
song/program title list (see Figure 66). Use the Knob to highlight a song to play and press
the Select button to select it. Choosing LIVE exits the Instant Replay mode, and the SP5
resumes playing the live broadcast.
FAST-FORWARD Button : This fast-forwards through the stored audio. Pressing-and-releasing
the FAST-FORWARD button forwards to the start of the next song or program in the stored
audio and playback automatically begins from there. Repeatedly pressing and releasing the
Fast-Forward button continues to move forward in the stored audio to the starts of each
song or program until the end of the stored audio is reached. When the end of the stored
audio is reached, you will hear a beep (if the Power-Up Tone option is enabled, see page
82), the SP5 will exit the Instant Replay mode and resume playing the live broadcast.
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Figure 66
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Pressing-and-holding the FAST-FORWARD button for one second advances the Instant
Replay playback forward in 10-second intervals, which increases to 15- and then 30-second
intervals the longer the FAST-FORWARD button remains pressed. Playback begins immediately
when the button is released. When you reach the end of the stored audio you will hear a
beep, the SP5 will exit the Instant Replay mode and resume playing the live broadcast.
REWIND Button : This rewinds (moves backwards) through the stored audio.
Pressing-and-releasing the REWIND button rewinds to the start of the current song or
program in the stored audio, and playback automatically begins. Repeatedly press-
ing and releasing the REWIND button continues to move backwards in the stored audio
to the start of each previous song or program until the beginning of the stored audio is
reached. If you reach the beginning of the stored audio you will hear a beep (if the Power-
Up Tone option is enabled, see page 70) and Instant Replay playback automatically begins.
Depending upon where in a particular broadcast the channel was selected, the start of a
song or program may not be available in memory. If this occurs, playback will start from
where the audio began to be stored.
Pressing-and-holding the REWIND button for one second rewinds the Instant Replay
playback in 10-second intervals, which increase to 15- and then 30-second intervals the
longer the REWIND button remains pressed. Playback begins immediately when the button is
released. If you reach the beginning of the stored audio while rewinding you will hear a beep
and playback will automatically begin.
Note: When the radio is tuned to another channel, all audio stored in the Instant Replay
memory is erased and the tuned channel begins to play. Tuning to another channel may
automatically occur if another feature of the radio has been programmed to do so.
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Progress Bar. While playing from Instant Replay memory, status information is shown at the
bottom of the SP5’s display screen (see Figure 67).
As the Instant Replay memory fills, the Progress Bar fills from the right side, providing a visual
indication of how much of the Instant Replay memory is filled. The end of the bar indicates the
end of the stored audio, where the live broadcast begins. When all available memory has been
used, the bar will be completely filled all the way to the left.
A diamond-shaped Play Position Indicator is superimposed over the Progress Bar, indicating
the current playback position in the Instant Replay memory. When you are playing the stored
audio, this indicator will move to the left, showing the progression of the playback through the
Instant Replay memory. When you pause the playback, the Play Position Indicator will stop
moving, indicating your current position in the Instant Replay memory.
While you are in the playback mode, the radio continues to store the audio from the channel.
Obviously, you will be unable to “catch up” to the live broadcast during playback, as new audio
is being stored at the same rate at which you are playing back the stored audio. You can use
the FAST-FORWARD button to skip ahead or exit the Instant Replay mode, and begin listening to
the live broadcast again.
When paused, and the Instant Replay memory is 10 seconds from becoming full, you will hear
two beeps (if the Power-Up Tone option is enabled). When the memory is full, the SP5 will
automatically begin playback, and will continue to store the channel audio, overwriting the
oldest portion of the audio previously stored.
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Play Position
Indicator
Amount of
Memory Filled
End of Stored Audio
Beginning of Live Broadcast
Instant Replay
Time Position
Progress Bar
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The Instant Replay Time Position indicates the exact amount of time the Play Position Indicator
is behind the live broadcast, expressed as Hours:Minutes:Seconds, and displayed as a nega-
tive number. For example, if –00:02:40 is displayed, this would indicate that the Play Position
Indicator is 2 minutes and 40 seconds behind the live broadcast.
When you put Instant Replay into the Fast-Forward, Rewind or Pause Modes, icons appear on
the screen to indicate the active mode (see Figure 68).
Instant Replay
Fast-Forward Mode
Instant Replay
Rewind Mode
Instant Replay
Pause Mode
Figure 68
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FM Transmitter Presets
If you are using a wireless connection between your SIRUIS SP5 and your vehicle’s audio
system (see page 38), you can easily select between the five different FM transmitter preset
frequencies by pressing and holding the MENU button (or pressing the FM Transmitter button
on the remote).
Press and hold the MENU button (on the remote, press the FM Transmitter button). The
currently-stored FM preset will appear (see Figure 69). The SP5’s FM transmitter ‘broad-
casts’ on the FM frequency shown.
To switch the SP5’s FM transmitter to the next stored FM preset, press and release
the MENU button (on the remote, press the FM Transmitter button again). The SP5’s FM
transmitter now broadcasts on this FM Preset 2’s frequency (see Figure 70). Each press-
and-release of the MENU button (or each press of the FM Transmitter button on the remote)
will change to the next FM Preset. (Pressing and releasing the MENU button while FM
Preset 5 is active will change back to FM Preset 1.)
Note: To set or change the FM Preset frequencies, see FM Transmitter, on page 84.
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Figure 70
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Menu Options
Menu Options allows you to set and/or change the various features and settings of your SIRIUS
Sportster SP5. To enter the menu options, press and release the MENU button. The MENU OPTIONS
screen will be displayed (see Figure 71).
Use the Knob (on the remote, use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons) to highlight selections in the
menu lists and press in the Select button to select them. To exit a menu, press the MENU button.
The following selections (shown in bold text) are available from the MENU OPTIONS screen, and
allow you to change the parameters for the items listed under the heading:
Each of these menu options is explained in the following sections. Note that if a selection is
not made within 10 seconds, the SP5 will exit the MENU OPTIONS screen and revert back to the
Default display screen.
Figure 71
Sirius ID
Settings
FM Transmitter
Jump Settings
Display Settings
S-Seek Alert Settings
Audio Levels
Channel Preview Mode
Factory Default
Parental Control
Sports Alerts
Time Based Features
Clock
Alarm
Program Alert
Sleep Mode
Auto Shutdown
Signal Indicator
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Sirius ID
This displays your 12-digit SIRIUS ID (SID) number (see Figure 72). The SID is unique to each
SIRIUS radio, and is required to activate your SIRIUS service. It is recommended that you write
this number in the space provided near the end of this user guide. No adjustments are allowed
in this mode. To exit, press the Select button or press the Menu button.
Settings
The Settings menu allows you access the FM Transmitter, Jump Settings, Display Settings,
S-Seek Alert Settings, Audio Levels, Channel Preview Mode, Factory Default and Parental
Control menu options.
Press the MENU button, then highlight and select SETTINGS. The SETTINGS screen will appear (see
Figure 73).
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Figure 73
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FM TRANSMITTER
The FM TRANSMITTER menu option allows you to enable or disable the SP5’s built-in FM
transmitter, and select up to 5 different FM transmitter frequencies.
FM Presets
Select the FM TRANSMITTER menu option. The FM TRANSMITTER screen will appear. See
Figure 74, left.
Highlight FM and press the Select button to select ON or OFF. (Selecting OFF turns the
SP5’s FM transmitter OFF.)
Highlight and select SET FM PRESETS. The SET FM PRESETS screen will appear
(see Figure 74, center).
FM1 is factory-set to 88.1MHz. This may not be the best frequency for your area.
To change it, highlight and select FM1. The SET FM PRESET 1 screen will appear
(see Figure 74, right).
Highlight an FM frequency that’s not being used by a broadcaster in your area, then press
the Select button to select it. The SET FM PRESETS screen will return.
Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to set FM transmitter frequency presets FM2 – FM5.
Note: To switch the FM transmit preset while listening to your SP5, press-and-hold the Menu
button on the SP5 front panel, or press the FM Fr equency button on the remote.
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JUMP SETTINGS
You can access the JUMP SETTINGS menu from the MENU OPTIONS > SETTINGS screens, or by
pressing and holding the JUMP button for two seconds.
There are two options available for jump button settings: TRAFFIC AND CHANNEL (see Figure 75,
left). The currently-selected option is indicated by the check-mark.
Setting the Jump Button to Traffic
To set the jump button to jump to traffic reports:
Select the JUMP TO TRAFFIC option (see Figure 75, left). The TRAFFIC screen will appear (see
Figure 75, right).
Select the city for which you would like to hear traffic reports. (To exit this menu without
changing your current city selection, press the MENU button 3 times).
Note: If the channel list has not yet been downloaded from the SIRIUS data stream,
an UPDATING CITY LIST notification screen will be displayed. Wait 10 minutes and then try
selecting a city again.
Setting the Jump Button to a Channel
To set the JUMP button to any channel other than a traffic channel:
Select the JUMP TO CHANNEL option (see Figure 75, left).
Press the MENU button to exit the MENU OPTIONS and return to the Default display screen.
You can now program the JUMP button by tuning to your desired channel and pressing
and holding the JUMP button for two seconds, as described in the Jump Button section
on page 63.
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Figure 75
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DISPLAY SETTINGS
You can control the SP5’s Auto Dimmer feature, adjust the brightness and contrast of the SP5’s
color LCD display screen, and can select from 15 different color options for the screen and
the SP5’s buttons:
Select the DISPLAY SETTINGS menu option. The Display Settings screen will appear (see Figure
76). Select one of the following options:
Brightness: You can manually set the brightness for the LCD backlight and the front-panel
buttons, and you can control the action of the SP5’s auto dimmer feature. When you select the
BRIGHTNESS option, the BRIGHTNESS screen will appear (see Figure 77, left).
MANUAL: The Manual Brightness screen will appear (see Figure 77, right). Use the Knob to
manually adjust the display’s brightness. The bar graph on the display screen will move to
indicate the change. When you’re finished, press the MENU button to exit.
• Setting the brightness to the lowest setting enables a Dark Mode that extinguishes all
illumination except for 5 seconds after any button is pressed. This is useful when using the
Sleep Mode (see page 94).
Note: You can increase and reduce the screen brightness without entering the Menu
system by pressing and holding the Category < and > buttons (see pages 50 – 51).
Figure 76
Figure 77
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AUTOMATIC: This lets you control the SP5’s auto dimmer feature. The auto dimmer will auto-
matically dim the SP5’s display in low-light conditions, and will automatically brighten the
display when the ambient light is bright.
1. When the AUTO BRIGHTNESS screen appears (see Figure 78), the “L” indicator will be
highlighted. This controls how much the SP5’s display will automatically dim in low-
light conditions. Use the Knob to set the “L” to the desired value, then press the Select
button. This will freeze the “L” indicator’s position and will highlight the “H” indicator.
2. The “H” indicator controls how much the SP5’s display will automatically brighten in
high ambient light conditions. Use the Knob to set the “H” to the desired value, then
press the Select button. This will freeze the “H” indicator’s position.
Press the MENU button to exit.
Contrast: This setting adjusts the relationship between the background and the text on the
LCD display screen. The bar graph on the display screen will move to indicate the change (see
Figure 79). When you’re finished, press the MENU button to exit
Figure 78
Figure 79
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Color Options: You can select from 15 different color combinations for the SP5’s LCD screen
background and text, and the front-panel button backlight color. Selecting COLOR OPTIONS ac-
tivates the COLOR OPTIONS screen. Turning the Knob (on the remote, pressing the Channel UP/
DOWN buttons) will cycle the SP5 through the following color combinations:
Note: The screen background, screen text and button backlight colors will change in real-time
as you turn the Knob or press the Channel UP/DOWN buttons.
SCREEN
BACKGROUND
Blue
Blue
Green
Pink
Red
Amber
Aqua
White
Dark Gray
Dark Gray
Dark Gray
Dark Gray
Dark Gray
Dark Gray
Dark Gray
SCREEN
TEXT
White
Amber
White
White
White
White
White
Blue
Blue
Red
White
Green
Amber
Pink
Aqua
BUTTON
BACKLIGHT
Blue
Blue
Green
Pink
Red
Amber
Aqua
Blue
Blue
Red
White
Green
Amber
Pink
Aqua
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S-SEEK ALERT SETTINGS
This menu lets you turn S-Seek ON or OFF, turn the audible alert tone ON or OFF, turn the
on-screen alerts ON or OFF and browse all of the S-Seek memory entries. In addition, you can
clear all 50 S-Seek entries.
Select the S-SEEK ALERT SETTINGS menu option (see Figure 80).
The following S-Seek options are available:
S-SEEK: Turns the S-Seek function ON or OFF.
S-SEEK TONE: Turns the audible S-Seek alert ON or OFF.
S-SEEK VISIBLE: Turns the on-screen S-Seek alerts ON or OFF (see Figures 64 & 65 on
pages 69 & 70).
BROWSE S-SEEK: Lets you look-through all of your S-Seek memory entries.
DELETE ALL S-SEEK: This clears all S-Seek memory entries. When selected, a CLEAR ALL
MEMORY confirmation screen will be displayed. Select YES to clear all S-Seek entries or
NO to cancel.
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Figure 80
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AUDIO LEVEL
You can adjust the audio output level of your Sportster SP5 to match the levels of the other
source components in your audio system, and to fine-tune the audio level for best performance.
This is important when using both the included Mobile Vehicle Dock or the optional Home
Docking Station. The audio level setting affects both the Audio Output and the FM transmitter
output audio levels.
Select the AUDIO LEVEL menu option. The AUDIO LEVELS screen will appear (see Figure 81).
The POWER-UP TONE sounds when the SP5 powers ON or OFF. Use the Select button to
cycle between ON and OFF.
Highlighting and selecting AUDIO LEVEL displays the AUDIO LEVEL screen, which has a “–”
sign to the left and a “+” sign to the right (see Figure 82). Use the Knob (on the remote,
use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons) to adjust to the desired audio output level.
When you’re finished, press the MENU button to exit.
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Figure 82
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CHANNEL PREVIEW MODE
Activating the CHANNEL PREVIEW MODE lets you browse what’s on other channels when the
Default Screen is active. Normally, when the Default Screen is active, rotating the Knob or
pressing a Channel UP or DOWN button on the remote automatically tunes the Sportster SP5
to the next higher or lower channel. When CHANNEL PREVIEW MODE is active, rotating the Knob or
using the Channel UP/DOWN buttons will change the display to show what’s on the next higher
or lower channel while the SP5 remains tuned to the channel you’re listening to.
• If you want to listen to the new channel, press the Select button. If you don’t press the Select
button, after 5 seconds the SP5’s display reverts back to the Default Display.
To activate Channel Preview Mode:
Select the Channel Preview Mode menu option. The CHANNEL PREVIEW MODE screen will
appear (see Figure 83).
Highlight and select ON.
Press the MENU button to return to the SETTINGS screen.
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Figure 83
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FACTORY DEFAULT
The FACTORY DEFAULT option will restore all the original factory settings in your SIRIUS Sportster
SP5. Note that factory default will not reset the lock code if you have changed it from the default
lock code (see page 88).
To perform a factory default reset:
Select the Factory Default menu option. The FACTORY DEFAULT screen will appear
(see Figure 84).
Select YES to restore all factory settings or select NO to cancel and return to the MENU OPTIONS
screen. Choosing YES reverts the following parameters to their original factory settings:
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• All presets revert to empty
• Reset to Normal Tuning Mode
• Reset to default screen (with 2-line PDT
display)
• Reset previous power state setting to:
Off
• FM Frequency Setting: 88.1MHz
• FM Transmitter: On
• Sports Alert: Clear all favorite teams
• Jump Settings: Clear jump setting
• Display Brightness: 80%
• Display Contrast: 50%
• Auto Memory Search: On
• Clear all S-Seek stored entries
• Audio Level: -3dB
• Power-Up Tone: On
• Clock Format: 12 Hour
• Clock Time Zone: Eastern Time Zone
• Clock Daylight Savings Time: Observed
• Alarm: Off
• Alarm Time: Cleared (12:00pm)
• Program Alert: Off
• Program Alert Time: Cleared (12:00pm)
• Program Alert Day: Cleared (Monday)
• Program Alert Channel: Cleared (184)
• Auto Shutdown: Disabled
• Sleep Mode: Off
Figure 84
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PARENTAL CONTROL
Your SIRIUS Sportster SP5 has the ability to lock channels you do not want others (such as
children) to access without your permission. Locked channels will not appear when browsing
channels with the Knob or Channel Select buttons. When the anyone tries to access a locked
channel using the Direct Tuning function (see page 61), an ENTER CODE screen will be displayed
and the channel won’t be accessed until the correct code is entered.
Locking or Unlocking a Channel
To lock or unlock a channel:
Select the PARENTAL CONTROL menu option. The PARENTAL CONTROL screen will appear
(see Figure 85, left).
Select the LOCK/UNLOCK menu option. You will need to enter the lock code to proceed.
Refer to Changing the Lock/Unlock Code, on page 88 for information on how to set the
lock code.
Once you enter the lock code the LOCK/UNLOCK screen will appear (see Figure 85, right).
Highlight the channel you wish to lock or unlock from the channel list. Pressing the Select
button will either add the word LOCK next to the channel name to indicate that the channel
will be locked, or unlock a locked channel by removing the word LOCK.
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Figure 85
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Changing the Lock/Unlock Code
The first time you access the LOCK/UNLOCK menu, you must enter the default lock code. The
default lock code is 0 0 0 0. You can keep this code or change it. To change the lock code:
Select the PARENTAL CONTROL menu option. The PARENTAL CONTROL screen will appear
(see Figure 85, on page 87)
Select the EDIT CODE menu option. The ENTER CODe screen will appear (see Figure 85).
Enter the default lock code (0 0 0 0) or the current lock code if you have changed it from
the default code.
The NEW CODE prompt will be displayed. Enter your new four digit code using the
0 – 9 number buttons. You will then be prompted to enter the new code again to confirm.
When the new lock code is confirmed, the lock code is changed.
Note: You can use this same procedure to change the lock code again after you have changed
it from the default code.
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Figure 86
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Sports Alerts
The SPORTS ALERTS screen lets you store your favorite sports teams and NASCAR car numbers
in memory. (You may select multiple teams/cars within each sport or league.) Your SIRIUS
Sportster SP5 will constantly scan the channels and will alert you when a team or car you stored
in memory is playing a game or running a race, or when there is a score update for a team,
depending upon which options you have chosen for each team or car. Sports teams which you have
selected and which are currently playing will be displayed in a category called MY SPORTS ZONE.
Select SPORTS ALERTS from the Menu Options. The SPORTS ALERTS screen will appear
(see Figure 87). Select the category of the team/car you wish to add (NASCAR, NFL, NBA,
NHL, College Football, College Basketball).
NASCAR
The NASCAR screen will appear when you select NASCAR (see Figure 88, left).
Highlight SELECT CAR NUMBERS, then press the Select button. The CAR NUMBERS screen will
appear (see Figure 88, center). All of your previously-selected cars will be listed.
To add cars, highlight and select ADD NEW CAR?. Enter the new car number on the screen
that appears (see Figure 88, right).
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Figure 87
Figure 88
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When you’re done entering car numbers, press the MENU button. The NASCAR screen will
return (see Figure 89, left).
Highlight and select ALERT SETTINGS. The NASCAR ALERT SETTINGS screen will appear (see
Figure 89, right.
Select the type of NASCAR alerts you want:
RACE ALERT: This option will alert you when the radio is powered on and any race featuring
your selected cars is running (see Figure 90, left).
NASCAR TICKER: Displays information for races featuring your selected cars every five
minutes while the race is running (see Figure 90, right). The currently-playing artist and
song title will still be visible when the ticker is active.
When you’re finished selecting NASCAR alerts, press the MENU button to return to the
NASCAR screen.
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Figure 90
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NFL, NBA, NHL, COLLEGE FOOTBALL, COLLEGE BASKETBALL
When you select one of the above leagues on the SPORTS ALERTS screen, that league’s screen
will appear (see Figure 91, left). Note that although the NFL is shown here, the screens for all
the leagues contain the same options.
Highlight and select SELECT TEAMS. The NFL teams screen will appear (see Figure 91,
center).
Select the teams you want to follow (you can select as many teams as you wish). Selecting
the ALL TEAMS option gives you alerts when any teams in the league are playing; selecting
the NO TEAMS option disables the alerts for all teams. Note that for college teams, you
will be alerted for all teams playing for that college. There are 30 college teams currently
licensed for broadcast by SIRIUS.
From the NFL screen, highlight and select ALERT SETTINGS. The NFL ALERT SETTINGS screen
will appear (see Figure 91, right).
SPORTS ALERT: The SP5 will alert you when it is powered on and any of your selected teams
is playing, and when the team(s) begin playing a game.
ALL SCORES ALERT: Provides the same alerts as the SPORTS ALERT, and also alerts you when
the scores for the team(s) are updated.
NFL TICKER: Displays the information (including
the channel that is carrying the game) for the teams
you have selected every five minutes during a game
they are playing (see Figure 92). The currently-
playing artist and song title will still be visible when
the ticker is active.
When you’re finished, press the MENU button to return to
the NFL screen.
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Figure 92
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Time-Based Features
Time-Based Features menu lets you access the CLOCK, ALARM, PROGRAM ALERT, AUTO SHUTDOWN,
and SLEEP MODE functions.
Press the MENU button and select TIME BASED FEATURES. The TIME BASED FEATURES screen will
appear (see Figure 93).
CLOCK
The CLOCK screen (see Figure 94) allows you to setup the clock that appears on the Default
Screen, based on the format desired and the time zone in which you reside. The actual time is
provided via the SIRIUS satellite signal, and will automatically update your SP5.
FORMAT: Displays the time in either a 12-hour (default) or 24-hour (military) format.
TIME ZONE: Since the clock adjusts the time automatically, it is important to specify your
time zone. Select from the list of the available time zones:
(GMT-9:00) Alaska Time Zone
(GMT-8:00) Pacific Time Zone
(GMT-7:00) Mountain Time Zone
Figure 93
Figure 94
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(GMT-6:00) Central Time Zone
(GMT-5:00) Eastern Time Zone
(GMT-4:00) Atlantic Time Zone
(GMT-3:30) Newfoundland Time Zone
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME: Select ON if your area observes Daylight Savings Time; select OFF
if your area does not.
ALARM
The ALARM screen (see Figure 95) lets you to set your Sportster SP5 to turn ON at a
specific time. The last selected channel prior to shutdown will play when the SP5 powers on.
ALARM TIME: This lets you set the alarm time. Use the Category < and > buttons and the
Knob to select the time when you want the SP5 to power on. (The default time is 12:00
PM). When the desired time is displayed, press the SELECT button.
ALARM TYPE: This lets you set the alarm to activate at the same time every day, the same
time each weekday or only on the days you select.
ALARM: Select ON to activate the alarm; select OFF to de-activate the alarm.
Snooze function: When the alarm turns the SP5 ON, pressing any button will mute the audio
and turn the backlight off for 8 minutes, after which time the audio and backlight will turn ON
again. Pressing the SELECT button will cancel the alarm function until the next day but leave the
SP5’s audio ON; pressing the POWER button will turn the SP5 OFF.
Figure 95
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PROGRAM ALERT
The PROGRAM ALERT screen (see Figure 96) allows you to program the SP5 to switch to a
selected channel at a specific time. The SP5 must be powered ON for this feature to function.
PROGRAM DAY: You can set the Program Alert to activate every day, weekdays only, week-
ends only, or on a specific day.
PROGRAM TIME: Use the Category < and > buttons and the Knob to set the time the SP5 will
switch to the selected channel. AM or PM will change automatically when the AM or PM
threshold has been exceeded. When the desired time is displayed, press the Select button.
PROGRAM CHANNEL: Select the channel you want the SP5 to play.
PROGRAM ALERT ON/OFF (Default is Off): Select ON to enable Program Alert; select OFF to
disable Program Alert.
AUTO SHUTDOWN
The AUTO SHUTDOWN screen (see Figure 97) lets you program the SP5 to automatically shut OFF
after a one-hour period of inactivity (no button presses or other user intervention).
After 59 minutes of inactivity, a beep tone will sound and a CANCEL AUTO SHUTDOWN display
prompt appears on the screen to allow you to delay the automatic shutdown. Pressing the
Select button will reset the Auto Shutdown for another 1-hour period.
Figure 96
Figure 97
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SLEEP MODE
The SLEEP MODE screen (see Figure 98) lets you program the SP5 to shut OFF after a selected
period of time.
SLEEP MODE ON/OFF: Activates and de-activates the Sleep Mode function.
TIME: Select the desired amount of time (15/30/45/60 minutes) before the SP5 shuts OFF.
Signal Indicator
When using the optional Home Docking Station or Boombox indoors, it is important to aim the
antenna for maximum signal reception. The SIGNAL INDICATOR screen (see Figure 99) visually shows
the strength of the satellite and terrestrial signals being received by the SP5. (Refer to the Home
Docking Station installation guide for more information about properly orienting the antenna.)
The SAT bar graph indicates the strength of the satellite signal strength; the TER bar graph
indicates the strength of the terrestrial signal strength (if available).
Figure 99
Figure 98
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Troubleshooting
Symptom Solution
SIRIUS Sportster
does not power on
Blown fuse, or the power cable is not properly connected.
Check for a bad fuse and check power cable connection
SIRIUS Sportster
displays: Antenna Not
Detected
The satellite antenna is not connected to the radio dock.
Check the satellite antenna connection to the dock.
SIRIUS Sportster
displays: Acquiring
Signal
No satellite signal is being received.
Check for obstacles over or around the satellite antenna.
Change the vehicle location to eliminate nearby obstacles
(bridges, overpasses, tress, buildings, etc.).
Audio static or loss of
clarity
The FM frequency contains static.
Locate a quiet FM frequency on your vehicle radio and set the FM
transmitter frequency of the SIRIUS Sportster to match.
If using the AUX audio connector, check the cable connections.
No sound The audio cables are not connected, or the FM radio is set to the
wrong frequency. Check the audio cables at the radio and the
radio. Tune the FM radio to the same FM frequency the SIRIUS
radio is tuned.
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Optional Accessories
The following optional accessories are available for purchase from your SIRIUS retailer to
maximize your SIRIUS experience:
SUBX1 SIRIUS Plug and Play Universal Boombox
The SUBX1 SIRIUS Plug and Play Universal Boombox is a portable docking station and audio
system for use with the SIRIUS Sportster radio. With the built-in amplifier and speakers, the
boombox delivers rich powerful sound indoors or outdoors, and features an auxiliary input for
other audio devices,
Included with the boombox is an adjustable indoor/outdoor windowsill antenna with 20’ of cable
and an AC adapter.
SUPH1 SIRIUS Universal Plug and Play Home Kit
The SUPH1 SIRIUS Universal Plug and Play Home Kit is a compact docking cradle that posi-
tions the radio for easy viewing and operation. Designed for quick and easy self-installation, it
includes all necessary cabling to connect your SIRIUS radio to your home audio system.
The kit includes a compact tabletop/desktop docking cradle with FM output for wireless con-
nectivity, an audio cable for connection to any stereo bookshelf system, an adjustable indoor/
outdoor windowsill antenna with 20’ of cable, and an AC Adapter.
SUPV1 SIRIUS Universal Plug and Play Vehicle Kit
The SUPV1 SIRIUS Universal Plug and Play Vehicle Kit is a compact docking cradle that posi-
tions the radio for easy wiring, viewing, and operation in a vehicle. Designed for quick and easy
self-installation, it provides several mounting options and includes all necessary cabling to con-
nect your SIRIUS radio to your car audio system.
The SUPV1 SIRIUS Universal Plug and Play Vehicle Kit will work with the Sportster 4 and most
new SIRIUS plug and play radios.
The kit includes a mobile docking cradle, a suction cup vehicle mount, a vent mount, a cigarette
lighter adapter, and a magnetic antenna with 21’ of cable.
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SIRIUS FM Direct Adapter
The FM Direct Adapter accessory redirects your vehicle’s FM antenna signal when listening
to your SIRIUS radio using your vehicle’s AM/FM radio. When the SIRIUS radio is powered
on the FM Direct Adapter automatically redirects the vehicle’s FM antenna signal away from
the vehicle’s AM/FM radio, reducing any interference which might be present from FM radio
station broadcasts. When the SIRIUS radio is turned off, the FM antenna signal is automatically
redirected back to the vehicle’s AM/FM radio. (Product number 14100.)
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Specifications
Satellite Frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2322.293/2330.207 MHz
Terrestrial Frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2326.250MHz
Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.2 Volts, Negative Ground, DC
Audio Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.8V (normal); 3.0V (max.) (Peak-to-Peak)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . <0.3%
Signal-to-noise (S/N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Greater than 75dB
Operation Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -20° to +85° C (-4° to +185° F)
Radio Dimensions (Length x Height x Depth) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114.2mm x 62.5mm x 16.9mm
(4.5” x 2.5” x 0.6”)
Radio Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121g (4.2 oz.)
Remote Control Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth). . . . . . . . . . . . .41mm x 105mm x 18mm
(1.6” x 4.1” x 0.7”)
Remote Control Battery Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CR2025
Cigarette Lighter Adapter Fuse Requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2A Slow Blow
Cigarette Lighter Adapter Cable Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.8m (6ft.)
Cigarette Lighter Adapter Operating Temperature . . . . . . . . . . -20° to +85° C (-4° to +185° F)
Antenna Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Low Profile Magnetic
Antenna Cable Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21’ (single micro-cable)
Antenna Connector Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SMB (right-angle)
Audio Out Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1/8” / 3.5mm Stereo Jack
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Warranty
12 Month Warranty
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. (the “Company”) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product
that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in
material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be
repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product (at the Company’s option) without charge for
parts and repair labor. To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product
is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), specification of defect(s),
transportation prepaid, to the location shown below under WARRANTY RETURN.
This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to correction
of antenna problems, to costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of the product, or to
damage to tapes, compact discs, speakers, accessories, or vehicle electrical systems.
This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which, in the opinion of the Company, has
suffered or been damaged through alteration, improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, ac-
cident, or by removal or defacement of the factory serial number/bar code label(s). THE EXTENT OF
THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACE-
MENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE
PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.
This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURA-
TION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUN-
DER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN
A PERIOD OF 48 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE
COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF
THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. No person or represen-
tative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection
with the sale of this product. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
WARRANTY RETURN: To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, please return
product to an authorized retailer or call Customer Service at 1-800-869-5590; proof of purchase and
description of defect are required. Products to be returned to an approved warranty station must be
shipped freight prepaid.
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SIRIUS ID
Write down the SIRIUS ID (SID) of your SIRIUS Sportster 5 in the space provided below.
SID: _______________________________________
SIRIUS Customer Service: 1-888-869-5590
customercare@sirius-radio.com
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc.
1221 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10020
1-888-539-7474
http://www.sirius.com
Sportster 5 User Guide (070307a)
00.ABCD1.001
sirius.com
Sirius Satellite Radio Inc.
1221 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10020
800.869.5590