SP-B1 Boombox User Guide
FCC Regulations This unit complies with the interference limits relative to a Class B digital device, applicable under Part 15 of the FCC Rules regarding installation in a residential environment. If the unit is not installed in accordance with these instructions, it could cause harmful interference to audio or television reception. If this condition persists after corrective action, consult your dealer or experienced installation facility. Cautions and Warnings 1.
Installation/Wiring Precautions Antenna AC Power Adapter AC Power Cable SP-B1 Boombox Sportster SP-B1 User Guide 1. If using the AC Power Adapter, make sure to connect the AC Power Cable to the AC Power Adapter first. Then after making the Antenna connections, make the final connection of the AC Power Cable to a suitable AC outlet. 2. Incorrect installation may cause damage to the system. 3. During antenna placement/installation, refer to page 6 for the Antenna Aiming procedure outlined in this guide.
Boombox Controls The SIRIUS Sportster SP-B1 Boombox provides four 3. AUX Jack: Accepts an audio input signal from an external audio device. When using the AUX audio control buttons, a Power On/Off, Volume Up, Volume input, turn the SIRIUS Sportster receiver Off to Down, and a push-button to toggle between Satellite preserve battery power. Adjust the volume level of Radio or an auxiliary audio input signal. A power-on the external audio device to obtain an audio LED is also located on the front panel.
Battery Installation Your Boombox can operate independently of AC power by installing 8 “D” batteries. The batteries are bypassed automatically whenever the supplied AC Adapter is plugged into the DC 12V jack on the rear panel. 1. Turn the Boombox upside down to access the battery compartment. 2. Push the battery cover latches forward and flip up the battery compartment cover to the open position 3. Insert eight 8 “D” batteries observing battery polarity as shown, then close the cover.
Antenna Mounting Location AC Power Adapter Input (DC 12V, 2A) 6 Antenna Input Installing/Positioning the Antenna For best reception, the supplied antenna should be placed near a window if in the house or, if outdoors, in an open area and as high as possible; some repositioning may be required to achieve optimum results. The following guidelines are recommended: a.
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SP-B1 Specifications Nominal Output Power per Channel ......................................................................................... 5 Watts RMS Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) ............................................................................................ 0.3% at 1 Watt Frequency Response ............................................................................................................. 30Hz to 20kHz Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N) .............................................
Periodic Inspection The SP-B1 Boombox should be inspected periodically for external damage. At least once every 30 days of use, perform the following checks: 1. Inspect the SP-R1 Receiver connector for loose, bent or broken pins, misalignment, etc. Make sure the RF Connector (Antenna) is intact and exhibits no apparent damage. 2. Check that the Mode Selector push-button operates correctly in that it toggles between the Satellite Radio output and the AUX input. 3.
FAULT System does not turn on Boombox does not operate using batteries Intermittent Operation “ANTENNA ERROR” Message “ACQUIRING SIGNAL” Message No Sound from the Boombox Speakers 10 PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY SP-R1 Receiver power is set to OFF Turn SP-R1 Receiver power on using the Power on/off button Batteries not installed or installed incorrectly Install batteries observing correct polarity As long as the AC Power Adapter is attached to the rear panel of the Boombox, battery operation is disabled
12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. (the “Company”) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product (at the Company’s option) without charge for parts and repair labor.
Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10020 (800) 869-5590 www.sirius.com © 2004 Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. SP-B1-OM (Rev.
