Table of Contents
About Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Parts for TERK XMarine Satellite Radio Antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Recommended Tools and Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installation Precautions and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installing the TERK XMarine 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 XM 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 XMarine 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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XMarine Owner’s Manual
Introduction
The TERK XMarine Satellite Radio Antenna is a
•Rugged antenna to withstand
•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
•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 XM Satellite Radio
•Shock- and
The TERK XMarine 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 XM Satellite Radio reception, also refer to your XM radio’s owner’s manual.
