Does XM radio antenna need to be outside?

Does XM radio antenna need to be outside?

If you are installing the Standard XM Mount Magnetic Antenna, the antenna should be located on the roof of the SUV. The best location would be at the rear center of the roof as shown. If another antenna is already mounted in this location, mount the antenna a minimum of 3 inches away from the other antenna.

How to install XM Radio in your vehicle?

This Vehicle Installation section can help you achieve the best in-vehicle performance with your XM Dock & Play, SkyDock, Snap or Portable radio. Choose the Antenna Installation section to see step-by-step instructions for properly installing the magnetic mount antenna for your specific vehicle type.

How do you install a Sirius radio antenna?

Properly mounting the antenna on the correct location. Routing the antenna cable from the antenna to the SIRIUS radio. The following antenna installation directions and tips will help you correctly install your Magnetic Mount Antenna so you get the optimal XM Radio listening experience. Click the particular type of vehicle you have:

Why is my XM car antenna not working?

Improper antenna installation may result in the antenna not receiving a consistent XM signal, which may cause your XM Radio to display messages like: “Acquiring Signal” or “No Signal”. Installing the Magnetic Mount Antenna on your vehicle involves two general steps:

What do you need to know about XM Radio?

The SiriusXM FM Channel Finder can help you find the most suitable FM frequency for listening to your XM Radio. Proper installation of your XM Radio’s Magnetic Mount Antenna is important to ensure your XM Radio performs at its best. The majority of reception problems experienced with Satellite Radio are caused by a poorly installed antenna.

Are Sirius and XM antennas interchangeable?

Yes, all XM and Sirius antennas are interchangeable. Yes, they are interchangeable. I have a car with factory installed XM antenna. I hooked it up to my after-market Sirius receiver and it works fine.

Do I need an antenna for my CB radio?

What you’ll need to use your car antenna with your cb radio. Assuming your am/fm antenna is in place you’ll need to access the antenna cable running from it to the radio. You won’t require any special tools to set up your installation. The reason for this is that your cb radio and splitter will usually come with the necessary mounting hardware.

What is satellite radio antenna?

A satellite dish is a dish-shaped type of parabolic antenna designed to receive or transmit information by radio waves to or from a communication satellite.