What direction should I point my Sirius antenna?
For best signal reception you should aim the home antenna due south towards the SiriusXM satellites.
Why does my Sirius Radio have static?
Check to make sure your XM radio and your car radio are tuned to the same FM frequency. Make sure host radio is on auxiliary input mode. Audio fades or has static when listening. Check to make sure all cables are connected firmly and securely.
How do I aim my XM antenna?
Open the antenna clamshell so that it is halfway between the horizontal and vertical positions as shown below. 2. Aim the antenna so that the shaded surface shown below is facing a window. It should not face your SIRIUS radio.
What is needed for Sirius radio at home?
To get satellite radio service with the dedicated or Dock & Play option, you’ll need the following:
- a satellite radio (also called a tuner or a receiver).
- a satellite radio antenna (most radios include the antenna).
- a subscription to the SiriusXM service.
Where are Sirius XM satellites?
XM Radio uses two Boeing HS 702 satellites, appropriately nicknamed “Rock” and “Roll,” and two BSS 702 satellites it calls “Rhythm” and “Blues,” placed in parallel geostationary orbit, two at 85 degrees west longitude and the other two at 115 degrees west longitude.
What causes Sirius radio to cut out?
There may be a break, weak point, or loose connection in the wiring between the SiriusXM antenna and the tuner. Or there could be the same issues in the wiring between the tuner and your stereo. This can affect the sound quality and it may cause the radio to cut out often.
Does Sirius Radio require an antenna?
In order to receive satellite radio, you need a special antenna. This is why you don’t need a special HD radio antenna to listen to HD radio stations, but you do need a special satellite radio antenna for your satellite radio receiver to work.