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Troubleshooting
If your Helix does not work the way you expect, first consult this troubleshooting guide. To reset your Helix, remove the battery then
If you see this on the display: | You should: |
No Signal | Something is blocking the XM signal. Move your Helix away |
| from the obstructed area (e.g., an underground garage). |
Antenna | Plug the antenna into the home or vehicle cradle. |
| Make sure the antenna wire is not bent or broken. |
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Off Air | The channel you’ve selected is not currently broadcasting. |
| Tune to another channel. |
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Loading | Your Helix is acquiring audio or program information from the XM |
| signal. This message should disappear in a few seconds in good signal |
| conditions. |
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Updating | XM is updating your Helix with the latest encryption code. Simply wait |
| a few seconds until the update is done. – OR – You may be attempting |
| to tune to a channel that is blocked or that you cannot receive with |
| your subscription package. To receive that channel, contact XM Satellite |
| Radio at |
No program information, such as artist name or song title, exists. | |
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Channel | You are attempting to tune to a channel that is not available. |
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All Recording Features Not Available | Activate your XM subscription to enable you to store XM |
| programming on your Helix. |
This Channel Not Available for Recording | Some programming cannot be recorded due to restrictions placed by |
| the content owners. |
This Program Not Available for Recording | Some programming cannot be recorded due to restrictions placed by |
| the content owners. |
Connect to XM Antenna Within ## Days | You must receive a live XM signal for at least 8 hours a month. This |
to Avoid Interruption in Listening to | authenticates your XM subscription and ensures that you can |
XM Recordings | continue to enjoy your recorded XM content and live XM programming. |
Please connect to XM Antenna to | Select “Live XM” and make sure you get a strong signal. |
Confirm Valid Subscription |
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Activation required for playback | Activate your XM subscription. |
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