Sirius Satellite Radio 3SIR-ALP10T Wiring the SC-H1 Tuner, Activating Your Sirius Subscription

antenna is located in a place where it will have a clear view of the SIRIUS satellites in the sky. Obstructions such as bushes, trees, other homes or buildings, overhangs, soffits, chimneys, gables, dormers, etc., will impair or prevent the antenna from receiving a signal.

The best reception is obtained if the antenna is located outside, and where the pod portion of the antenna (where the SIRIUS logo is printed) has a clear 360 degree view of the sky.

If you cannot obtain a clear 360 degree view of the sky outdoors, or you will be locating the antenna indoors, then you will need to place the antenna in a window (or outdoor location) which has a clear view of the sky in the direction of the satellites, and aim the antenna in the direction of the satellites, as shown in the diagram on the previous page.

Use the map in the diagram on the previous page to find the area in which you are located (1 to 5). Then find the direction in which you need to have a window (or outdoor location) with a clear view of the sky:

Area 1: You will need a window/location with a clear view of the sky facing EAST or NORTHEAST or

SOUTHEAST

Area 2: You will need a window/location with a clear view of the sky facing

You determined that your antenna will need to have a window (or outdoor location) with a clear view of the sky facing North or Northeast. The exact direction is determined by your specific location in Area 2 relative to the X on the map; If you live in Texas, you will need a more North facing clear view of the sky whereas if you live in southern California, you will need a more Northeast facing clear view of the sky.

(In major US cities, you may be able to receive the SIRIUS signal from the SIRIUS ground repeaters, which would allow you to place the antenna away from a window if the signal is strong enough.)

When you have installed the antenna in a suitable location, check the signal strength display of your SIRIUS-ready receiver to verify that you are receiving a suitable signal. (Consult the user guide of your specific receiver for instructions on how to access the signal strength display.) A minimum of 3 bars of either satellite (SAT) or terrestrial (TER) signal strength is required for consistent reception. If you are not obtaining at least three bars, try adjusting the antenna by changing the aiming in small increments to see if you can obtain better signal reception.

If the tuner loses reception at times, this is indication that the antenna is not aimed in

the optimal direction. Try adjusting the antenna by changing the aiming in small increments to see if you can obtain consistent signal reception.

If you are having trouble locating your antenna in a place for optimal signal reception, please visit your retailer or our website http://sirius.com for information on signal distribution accessories that let you use RG6 coax cable, your existing in-home wiring, and other technologies to connect your SC-H1 Tuner to the antenna. These other options allow for placement of the antenna with the best view of the sky regardless of the location of your SC-H1 Tuner.

Wiring the SC-H1 Tuner

The SC-H1 Tuner should be wired as shown in the diagram below, using the supplied DIN cable.

Note that the AC Power Adapter is used only when your SIRIUS-ready receiver does not supply power to the tuner via the DIN cable connection. Also, if your SIRIUS-ready receiver does not support audio input via the DIN cable connection, then the audio output may be connected to your sound system using the RCA-type audio connections, or the optical cable link on the tuner.

Please consult your audio equipment manuals for the wiring connections needed for the SC-H1 Tuner to operate with your particular equipment.

Activating Your SIRIUS Subscription

You must activate the SC-H1 Tuner before you can begin to receive the SIRIUS Satellite Radio service.

In order to activate your radio subscription, you will need the SIRIUS ID (SID) which uniquely identifies your tuner. The SID may be found on a sticker located on the SC-H1 packaging, or on the bottom of the tuner itself. The label will have printed on it a 12- digit SID number. When you have located the SID, write it down in the space provided near the end of this manual.

Contact SIRIUS on the Internet: https://activate.siriusradio.com/

Follow the prompts to activate your subscription, or you can also call SIRIUS toll-free at:

1-888-539-SIRIUS (1-888-539-7474).

Once the subscription process is completed, your SC-H1 Tuner is ready to use. Refer to the owners manual for your SIRIUS-ready receiver for further instructions on how to use your SC-H1 Tuner.

NORTH or NORTHEAST

Area 3: You will need a window/location with a clear view of the sky facing NORTH or NORTHWEST

Area 4: You will need a window/location with a clear view of the sky facing WEST or NORTHWEST or

SOUTHWEST

Area 5: You will need a clear view of the sky facing STRAIGHT UP (Antenna cannot be located indoors)

For example, suppose you live in Area 2.

AUDIO OUTPUT L/R

(OPTIONAL, CABLE

NOT INCLUDED)

DIN CABLE

TO SIRIUS-READY

RECEIVER

OPTICAL LINK

(OPTIONAL, CABLE

NOT INCLUDED)

INDICATOR		WINDOWSILL
LIGHT		ANTENNA
R
AUDIO OUT	ANT
L
8 PIN	5V
	DC	AC ADAPTER
OPTICAL
		(OPTIONAL, AC ADAPTER IS
		USED ONLY IF POWER IS NOT
		SUPPLIED VIA DIN CABLE)

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