Sirius Satellite Radio SRS-2VB - Manual

Page 2 - Box Contents; Outdoor Antenna

Home Distribution Kit Installation Manual Thank you for purchasing the SIRIUS Home Signal Distribution Kit for Satellite Radio The SIRIUS Home Signal Distribution Kit for Satellite Radio will allow you to con-nect one or two SIRIUS radios using only one outdoor antenna, with standard RG-6 antenna ca...

Page 3 - Tools Required; Be sure not to cut, damage, or puncture the external jacket of the; Splitter Port Identification; should be used for reference during installation.

Home Distribution Kit Installation Manual Tools Required A phillips-type screwdriver and a 3/8 in. wrench is needed for installation. De-pending upon the type of installation, a power drill with a 3/32 in. drill bit may also be required. Caution and Warnings WARNING: Be sure not to cut, damage, or p...

Page 4 - Materials Required and Installation Considerations; SATELLITE; SATELLITE RADIO; Cables will be needed for the following:

Home Distribution Kit Installation Manual Materials Required and Installation Considerations In order to install the antenna you will need to purchase several lengths of RG-6 antenna cables to complete your installation. The following illustration shows a typical home installation. SATELLITE OUTDOOR...

Page 5 - lengths should not exceed 150 ft.; Antenna Installation; , adjusting and aiming the antenna. Please read; Move arm to 45 degrees; ARM

5 Home Distribution Kit Installation Manual RG-6 cable is typically sold in lengths of 25, 50, or 100 ft., all with “F” type con-nectors on each end. These cables may be purchased at your local hardware store, home center, or electronics retailer. The combined length of the RG-6 cables from the outd...

Page 6 - and snug it until it is tight.; . Determining a Location for the Antenna; prevent the antenna from receiving a signal.

Home Distribution Kit Installation Manual on the antenna base and align the screw holes in the mounting bracket with the screw hole in the antenna arm.When the screw hole is aligned, re-insert screw B and snug it until it is tight. Re-insert screw and tighten Slide the antenna arm over the antenna b...

Page 7 - Use the above map and find the area you are located in (

Home Distribution Kit Installation Manual No obstructions to the sky within this area If you cannot obtain a clear 360 degree view of the sky, then you must at least have a clear view of the sky in the direction of the SIRIUS satellites, as shown in the following map diagram. 1 2 3 4 5 HORIZON SKY S...

Page 8 - For example, suppose you live in; Adapter Cable

Home Distribution Kit Installation Manual the sky in the direction for your area. For example, suppose you live in Area . You determined that your antenna will need to have a clear view of the sky facing North or Northeast . The exact direction is determined by your specific location in Area relativ...

Page 9 - . Antenna Mounting Options; : Mounting the antenna directly on the side of a home or building.; : Mounting the antenna on the roof of a home or building.; Wall Mount; Roof Mount

Home Distribution Kit Installation Manual . Antenna Mounting Options There are three possible mounting options for the outdoor antenna, and the antenna mounting location you have chosen may determine which mounting methods you can use: Wall Mount : Mounting the antenna directly on the side of a home...

Page 10 - Mast Mount; the previous section.

10 Home Distribution Kit Installation Manual MOUNTING HOLES The antenna mounting bracket should be oriented in a vertical position as shown, and mounted directly to the building or home using the provided #10 screws. Once you have determined a suitable mounting location, use the mounting bracket as ...

Page 11 - na is secured to the mast or pole, but do not overtighten them.; . Adjusting and Aiming the Antenna

11 Home Distribution Kit Installation Manual Slide one of the U-bolts through the holes at the top of the mounting bracket. Then slide one of the mounting brackets over the two legs of the U-bolt. Next, screw the hex nuts on each leg until they are snug. Do not yet tighten the hex nuts beyond finger...

Page 12 - careful not to overtighten them.; Cable Installation

1 Home Distribution Kit Installation Manual 1 Antenna Pod HORIZONTAL LEVEL SKY Adjustment Screw Adjustment Screw 2 Slightly loosen the adjustment screws and position the antenna so that the top of the antenna pod is level, with the top of the pod horizontal to the sky as shown. When the antenna is a...

Page 13 - external jacket of the antenna cable.; for the Splitter port identification.) Note that you must use; for the Splitter port identifica; ANT

1 Home Distribution Kit Installation Manual you are locating the Splitter. When routing the antenna cable, be careful not to pinch, squash, kink, or crimp the cable, or cut, damage, or puncture the external jacket of the antenna cable. Connect the cable from the antenna to the IN port on the Splitte...

Page 15 - Troubleshooting; SIRIUS radio displays “Antenna Error” or “Check Antenna” message.; Antenna Specifications; Electrical Specifications

15 Home Distribution Kit Installation Manual Troubleshooting SIRIUS radio displays “Antenna Error” or “Check Antenna” message. Check the antenna cable connections to be sure they are connected tightly. SIRIUS radio displays “No Signal” or “Acquiring Signal” message. The radio is not receiving a good...

Page 17 - 0 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY; Satellite Radio Accessory

AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORPORATION (the Company) warrants tothe original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any partthereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material orworkmanship within 90 days from the date of original purchase, suchdefect(s) will be...

Sirius Satellite Radio SRS-2VB - Manual

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