Install Guide

FCC ID: RS2SA10101B

Users Manual

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English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 2 SKYFi2™ Installation Guide H o m e a n d Ve h i c l e K i t s Warning: This manual and the SKYFi2 Satellite Radio Receiver User Guide contain Contents: important safety and operating information. Please read and follow the instructions in SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 these manuals. Failure to do so could result SKYFi2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 in personal injury, death, and/or damage to XM Antenna Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 your SKYFi2 Receiver, accessories, and/or to SKYFi2 Home Adapter Kit Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 your vehicle or other property. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 3 2 Important: See page 19 for important FCC information. SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit (SA10102) Setup Your Delphi XM® SKYFi2™ Vehicle Adapter Kit contains the following components: SKYFi2 Cradle Swivel and Vent Mounts XM Vehicle Antenna XM SureConnect Your kit also includes: • Extra adhesive pad • Surface preparation cleaning kit Cassette audio Nokia®style button • Alcohol prep pad adapter mount converter 12V power adapter • Cable wrap • Adhesive-backed Figure 1. SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit components. Velcro® pads

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 4 Hooking up Your SKYFi2 Receiver Cradle 3 Caution: Connect only appropriate input devices to the SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit. Connecting any incorrect input devices may damage the system and/ or the external electronic device. It is recommended that you use only the 12V to 6V conversion power adapter that came with your SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit. If you choose to use the self install method using the XM SureConnect please see the XM SureConnect Install guide for more information. Figure 2. Connect accessories to your SKYFi2 Cradle as shown.

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 5 4 After connecting the power and When using the FM modulator, secur- antenna jacks into the car cradle, the ing and tie-wrapping the excess cable included organizer can be used to reduces background hissing noise. improve the appearance of the instal- lation. See figure 3. Check movement of doors and trunks as well as seats so they do not dam- The cable twist ties that were provid- age excess cable. ed with the power adapter and car antenna cables can be reused to gather, bundle, twist tie, and secure any excess cable. Excess cable can be gathered under the dash, between the seat or console, or under the mat so it is not in the way. Figure 3.

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 6 The SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit 5 offers you many ways of connecting your SKYFi2 to your vehicle’s radio. All options provide excellent sound quality and stereo separation. Review and consider your own unique situation when choosing from the three options.

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 7 6 Cassette Adapter Professional Wired FM Self Install (XM SureConnect) For vehicles with a built-in cassette A wired FM installation kit is available The XM receiver is equipped with an player. Due to its superior audio quality, from your retailer for professional FM modulator, which can transmit the this configuration is recommended installation. See your retailer for XM audio to your car’s FM radio. See details. This solution is recommended the XM SureConnect Installation over the professionally wired or self if you cannot get acceptable perform- Guide for more information. install XM SureConnect configurations ance with the FM modulator. if a cassette slot is available in the The factory default setting for the FM vehicle. modulator is turned off. See the SKYFi2 Satellite Radio Receiver User Guide for more details.

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 8 SKYFi2 Installation able to hear audio on you vehicle’s FM Radio) 12V power adapter, and Note: If using the XM SureConnect or the professional wired (Delphi FM Direct 7 Because every vehicle is different, these audio connector or cassette adapter Adapter), set the SKYFi2 Receiver and the instructions are provided as a general (if used) to the SKYFi2 Vehicle vehicle’s FM radio to the same frequency. See guideline only. If you need help, consult Adapter cradle with the SKYFi2 the SKYFi2 User Guide section on Listening a professional installer. to XM using your vehicle’s FM Radio. Receiver inserted. Plug the 12V 1. Decide which method (cassette power adapter into the cigarette adapter, professional wired FM, or lighter and place the XM Antenna self install (XM SureConnect) is on the roof of your vehicle. Make most appropriate for your vehicle sure you are outdoors and not sur- and where you live. rounded by tall buildings or trees. 2. Verify the system is working by Turn on both your vehicle’s radio completing a test. Before installing and SKYFi2 Receiver. Tune the the system, connect the XM Antenna, SKYFi2 Receiver to XM channel 1. Warning: Do not install the mount where it or SKYFi2 could block your vision or usage of (If you are using the XM SureConnect You should be able to hear the XM controls, or interfere with any safety devices Installation you will need to install the Preview channel. If not, check all such as airbags. Failure to correctly place SKYFi2 could result in injury to you or others if XM SureConnect before you will be connections. the unit becomes detached during an accident and/or obstructs the deployment of an airbag.

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 9 8 3. Turn off the radio and SKYFi2 5. The SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit b. Vent mount: Assemble the Receiver. Disconnect all cables. has three mounting options: flat mount (if not assembled) by 4. Find a place where you can mount mount, vent mount or swivel inserting the two clips into your SKYFi2 vehicle cradle where mount. the main piece. Clip the it is most convenient for you to a. Flat mount: Use the included assembly onto the vent, and use. It should be mounted to a Velcro pads or extra adhesive then position the pivoting hard, flat surface below the top of pad, attaching them to the back kickstand atthe bottom. The the dash within easy reach. of the SKYFi2 vehicle cradle orientation of the clips must and then to a flat surface in match each other and may your vehicle. Do not install the need to be rotated in one of mount on a leather surface. two possible orientations depending on the design of the air vent being used. Be careful when installing and removing the vent mount clips to prevent damaging the vent fins.

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 10 c. Swivel mount:This mount allows you motion or back and forth. Dry the on. Remove the liner from the 9 to adjust the angle of your SKYFi2 area with a clean, dry cloth. adhesive pad and adhere to the Vehicle Adapter after it is installed. Repeat the cleaning process. vehicle’s surface. Make sure you This mount uses a strong adhe- Allow to air dry thoroughly. accurately place the pad on the sive that is not easily repositioned – Clean the same surface with the first try since in many cases it will when installed, so use care when enclosed alcohol prep pad. Wipe bond almost immediately. For choosing the location of and placing in one direction only. Dry the best results, do not touch or apply the mount. Do not install this mount area with a clean, dry cloth. pressure to the vehicle mount for on a leather surface. Install the Allow to air dry thoroughly. 72 hours. mount only if the temperature is at – Warm the vehicle mount adhesive least 60°F. pad by using a hair dryer or by – Clean the mounting surface with placing the vehicle mount on top the enclosed surface preparation of the vehicle’s defrost outlet for cleaning kit. Wipe the towelette several minutes with the heater in one direction only. Do not wipe the surface in a circular

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 11 10 6. Clip the SKYFi2 vehicle cradle onto the swivel mount (figure 4). 7. Reassemble the system as in step 2. 8. Attach the antenna as explained on page 12 and route the antenna cable as described on page 13. To vehicle dashboard Figure 3. Installing the vent mount to your Figure 4. Attach vehicle mount to back of vehicle’s air vent. SKYFi2 as shown.

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 12 Removing swivel mount 2. If the pad fails to loosen, warm it Caution: Never use a commercial heat gun or 11 from your dashboard with a hair dryer for 2 to 3 minutes a paint-stripping gun. This can damage the unit or your vehicle. You can remove the swivel mount to soften the adhesive. Be careful from your dashboard by following not to apply too much heat, which these steps: could damage the mounting 1. Lift one edge of the adhesive pad surface. Repeat step 1. gently with fingers or the rounded 3. If any adhesive remains on the edge of a spoon. Once enough of dashboard surface, the adhesive the edge is loosened to grip with can easily be removed by rubbing your fingers, pull the pad gently your thumb or finger across it. from the mounting surface at a 4. As necessary, use a mild household 90-degree angle. Do not use cleaner to clean the dashboard sharp tools that could damage surface. the vehicle’s interior.

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 13 12 XM Antenna Setup – Trunk mounting is an alternative for hard- or soft-top convertibles with Important: Do not install antenna inside the vehicle passenger compartment. An antenna For best reception, the XM Antenna nonmetallic rooftops, though recep- mounted on the dashboard or on the rear window deck area of the vehicle will likely experience signal should be placed either: tion may not be as good. interruption issues and must be avoided. Mounting – In front of the rear window (option1) the antenna on a nonmetallic surface will also result in severe degradation in reception. – Behind the windshield (option 2) When deciding which location to Warning: Failure to properly install the choose, keep in mind: antenna may result in injury to you or others if it – The antenna will perform best if it becomes detached during an accident. has an unobstructed view of the open sky. – If the vehicle has roof racks or skid ribs, the antenna can be mounted off-center.

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 14 Routing the Cable Option 2 13 Option 1 When using option 2, route the When using option 1, route the cable cable along the door jamb and into the trunk as shown in figure 6. into the vehicle as shown in figure Always cross the weather seal at the 6. Route the cable across the lowest part of the trunk to reduce weather seal near the bottom of water leaks. From the trunk, route the the door to reduce water leaks. cable into the passenger compart- ment through available wire channels and then along the floor under the door jamb trim or under the carpet to the front of the passenger compart- ment. Do not leave the cable loose in the passenger compartment where it is likely to be damaged. Figure 6.

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 15 14 SKYFi2 Home Hooking up Your SKYFi2 Receiver Home Stand Adapter Kit (SA10103) Setup Note: See SKYFi2 User Guide for important Your Delphi XM SKYFi2 Home Adapter user information. Kit contains the following components: SKYFi2 Home Stand XM Highgain Caution: Connect only the appropriate input Indoor/Outdoor devices to the SKYFi2 Home Adapter Kit jacks. Home Antenna Connecting any incorrect input device may with 25 ft. cable damage the system and/or the external elec- tronic device. It is recommended that you use only the AC power adapter that came with your SKYFi2 Home Adapter Kit. If you need to use a different adapter, it must be a 6V, 1000 mA DC adapter and must contain a unified polarity-type jack, identified by the symbol. 6V AC power Audio cable adapter Figure 7. SKYFi2 Home Adapter Kit components.

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 16 Installation instructions: 15 1. Turn off both your SKYFi2 Receiver and home stereo. 2. Connect cables as illustrated in figure 8. 3. Position the XM Antenna so that it is facing south. Ideally, it should point through a window. 4. Turn on your SKYFi2 Receiver and the stereo.Tune to XM channel 1.You should be able to hear the XM Preview channel. If not, check all connections. Note: The Delphi SA10006 Antenna Extension Cable (sold separately) is designed to work with the SKYFi2 Home Adapter Kit and provides an additional 50 feet of cable length to the standard XM Figure 8. Connect the SKYFi2 Home Stand to power, antenna, and home stereo as shown. Home Antenna.

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 17 16 Aiming the XM Home Antenna change. Find the position that gives the strongest signal strength (at For best reception, aim the home least two bars) on either “satellite” antenna by following these or “terrestrial.” instructions: 4. Once you are convinced you have 1. Press the “menu” button on the determined the proper position to SKYFi2 Receiver. receive the best possible signal, 2. Use the scroll wheel to select the press the “menu” button to return “Antenna Aiming” option. Press to normal operation. the “XM” button to confirm selection. 3. This display will remain on until Figure 9. Signal strength indicator. you press the “menu” button again, so you have plenty of time to aim the antenna. Slowly turn and tilt the antenna.The “satellite” and “terrestrial” signal bars will

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 18 Delphi Limited Consumer Warranty Delphi will, as its sole obligation under this Delphi will not be responsible for damage 17 Delphi Product and Service Solutions warranty, replace or repair, at its option, resulting from any (i) deviation from (“Delphi”) warrants all Portable XM any Product that does not conform to this Delphi’s operating instructions as printed in Satellite Radio Accessory Products sold by warranty. Products may be repaired or Delphi’s catalog or on any packaging, Delphi (each “Product”) to be free of replaced with new or with refurbished labels, or other literature provided with a defects in material and workmanship, items. This limited warranty does not cover Product, (ii) installation of a Product in a subject to the following conditions: defects in appearance, cosmetic or decora- manner which is inconsistent with Delphi’s tive items, including any non-operative written instructions, (iii) alteration or The duration of Delphi’s warranty with parts. Under no circumstances will Delphi modification of a Product, (iv) misuse, respect to each product is limited to one be liable for any incidental or consequential (v) neglect, (vi) abuse, (vii) accident, (viii) (1) year from the date of sale to the original damages under this warranty or any normal wear and tear, (ix) commercial use, consumer purchaser. implied warranties. These remedies are the (x) improper storage, (xi) environmental customer’s exclusive remedies for breach conditions, including excessive temperature No other express warranties are made with of warranty. This limited warranty only or humidity, (xii) service by anyone other respect to any Product. All implied warranties, extends to customers who purchase the than a Delphi authorized repair facility, including warranties of merchantability and Products in the United States. (xiii) other improper application, installation fitness for a particular purpose are limited or operation of the Product, or (xiv) defects to the warranty period set forth above. This or malfunctions of which Delphi is not warranty is not transferable and applies advised within ten (10) days of the expiration only to the original consumer purchaser of of the limited warranty period. the Product.

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 19 18 How you (the Customer) can get service: How state law relates to the warranty: To obtain warranty service, you must return Some states do not allow limitations on the the defective Product with the original duration of implied warranties, or the receipt to the original place of purchase. If exclusion or the limitation of incidental or further clarification or additional information consequential damages. So the above limi- is required from Delphi, you may call Delphi tations or exclusions may not apply to you. at: 1.877.GO DELPHI (1.877.463.3574). If war- This warranty gives you specific legal ranty service is needed at any time during rights. You may also have other rights that the warranty period, the purchaser will be may vary from state to state. NO PERSON required to furnish a sales receipt/proof of IS AUTHORIZED BY DELPHI TO MODIFY OR purchase indicating the date of purchase, ADD TO THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. amount paid and place of purchase. Customers who fail to provide such proof of purchase will be charged for the repair/replacement of any Product.

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 20 FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 19 Please note that the power cable that has comply with the limits for a Class B digital - Increase the separation between the been supplied with your device is supplied device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. equipment and the receiver. with a permanently attached ferrite bead. It is These limits are designed to provide reason- - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a the responsibility of the user to use the cable able protection against harmful interference circuit different from that to which the with the ferrite bead. in a residential installation. receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced The user is cautioned that changes or modifi- This equipment generates, uses, and can radio/TV technician for help. cations not expressly approved by XM radiate radio frequency energy and, if not Satellite Radio, Inc. can void the user’s installed and used in accordance with the Warning: The FCC and FAA have not certified authority to operate this device. instructions, may cause harmful interference XM Satellite Radio Receivers for use in any to radio communications. However, there is aircraft (neither portable nor permanent This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC no guarantee that interference will not occur installation). Therefore, XM Satellite Radio rules. Operation is subject to the following in a particular installation. If this equipment Inc. cannot support this type of application does cause harmful interference to radio or or installation. two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must television reception, which can be deter- accept any interference received, including mined by turning the equipment off and on, interference that may cause undesired the user is encouraged to try to correct the operation. interference by one or more of the following measures:

English Skyfi2 install guide:SKYFi2 install guide layout 9/21/2006 12:09 PM Page 1 Delphi Corporation 1441 West Long Lake Road Troy, Michigan 48098-5090 U.S.A. Customer Service: [1] 877.GO DELPHI www.delphi.com The SKYFi2 name, XM name, and related logos are trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Printed on Recycled Paper ©2006 Delphi Corporation. All rights reserved. DPSS-06-E-061


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