Audiovox SIRMarine owner manual Table of Contents, About Installation, Introduction

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Table of Contents

About Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Parts for TERK SIRMarine Satellite Radio Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Recommended Tools and Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Installation Precautions and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Installing the TERK SIRMarine Satellite Radio Antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Mechanical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Quality and Performance Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

About Sirius Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

About Installation

Installation of marine audio components can require extensive experience with a variety of mechanical and electrical procedures. Although the instructions in this guide explain how to install the TERK SIRMarine Satellite Radio Antenna in a general sense, they do not show the exact installation methods for your particular boat.

IMPORTANT: If you are not comfortable performing a complex installation, ask your local marine audio dealer about professional installation options.

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SIRMarine Owner’s Manual

Introduction

The TERK SIRMarine Satellite Radio Antenna is a high-performance antenna designed specifically for Sirius Satellite Radio reception on recreational marine craft such as fishing boats, sport boats, yachts, and sailboats. Its features include:

Rugged antenna to withstand high-vibration salt-water environment

Dual mounting options:

Through hole mounting for deck mount or mounting on any flat surface. Perfect for use on small vessels.

Bracket or mast mounting when used with the supplied threaded flange adaptor with the standard 1”-14 marine thread. Perfect for larger vessels and sail boats. (Mounting bracket and mast not included)

Antenna supplied with 6 inch cable and gold plated TNC connector for ease of mounting. Also includes 25 feet of RG174 coax cable terminated with gold plated TNC and SMB connectors

Meets or exceeds all Sirius Satellite Radio mobile-antenna specifications

Shock- and vibration-proof design

The TERK SIRMarine Satellite Radio Antenna is easy to install on most recreational marine craft. Remember to save your sales receipt and this guide so both are available for future reference.

NOTE: To achieve best Sirius Satellite Radio reception, also refer to your SIRIUS radio’s owner’s manual.

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Contents SIRMarine Introduction Table of ContentsAbout Installation Sport Boats ApplicationsFishing Boats SailboatsInstalling the Terk SIRMarine Satellite Radio Antenna InstallationInstallation Precautions and Tips Recommended Tools and SuppliesOn surfaces up To 1/4 inch thick Mast or Bracket Mounting Connecting to your Sirius RadioSurface Mounting Use and Care TroubleshootingSpecifications About Sirius Satellite RadioMonth Limited Warranty