Why does my Sirius radio say acquiring signal?
Your SiriusXM radio is acquiring audio or program information from the satellite. This message usually goes away in a few seconds. SiriusXM is updating your Radio with the latest encryption code. Wait until the update is complete.
What causes XM radio to lose signal?
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.
How can I troubleshoot my Sirius XM Radio?
Troubleshooting this issue is easy. You just have to check all the cables between your car’s stereo system and your SiriusXM radio (or adapter) to make sure they’re connected securely. If they are, then check these two things: The SiriusXM radio’s FM mode: Make sure it’s off.
What happens when I tune to another channel on SiriusXM?
Tune to another channel. Your SiriusXM radio is acquiring audio or program information from the satellite. This message usually goes away in a few seconds. SiriusXM is updating your Radio with the latest encryption code. Wait until the update is complete.
How can I get SiriusXM to work on my car?
Check to make sure your XM radio and your car radio are tuned to the same FM frequency. Make sure all of the cables between your SiriusXM radio and your stereo system are connected firmly and securely. Make sure the FM mode in the SiriusXM Radio is turned Off.
What to do if your SiriusXM antenna is bent?
Make sure the SiriusXM antenna cable is not bent or broken. Turn your SiriusXM radio off, then on, to reset this message. If using a Dock & Play or Portable Radio, remove the Radio from its docking cradle and then reinstall to attempt to reset this message. The channel you’ve selected is not currently broadcasting.
Troubleshooting this issue is easy. You just have to check all the cables between your car’s stereo system and your SiriusXM radio (or adapter) to make sure they’re connected securely. If they are, then check these two things: The SiriusXM radio’s FM mode: Make sure it’s off.
Tune to another channel. Your SiriusXM radio is acquiring audio or program information from the satellite. This message usually goes away in a few seconds. SiriusXM is updating your Radio with the latest encryption code. Wait until the update is complete.
Make sure the SiriusXM antenna cable is not bent or broken. Turn your SiriusXM radio off, then on, to reset this message. If using a Dock & Play or Portable Radio, remove the Radio from its docking cradle and then reinstall to attempt to reset this message. The channel you’ve selected is not currently broadcasting.
Check to make sure your XM radio and your car radio are tuned to the same FM frequency. Make sure all of the cables between your SiriusXM radio and your stereo system are connected firmly and securely. Make sure the FM mode in the SiriusXM Radio is turned Off.