DV3 USER GUIDE Dock & Play Vehicle Kit
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Compatibility This Vehicle Kit is compatible with the following Dock & Play Radios: SiriusXM: • Onyx Plus • Edge XM: • Onyx • Onyx EZ • XpressRCi • XpressRC • XpressR Sirius: • Sportster 5 • Starmate 8, 5, 4, 3 • Stratus 7, 6, 5 • Stratus 3
Introduction Features Thank you for purchasing the SiriusXM Dock & Play PowerConnect Additional Vehicle Kit! Your new Additional Vehicle Kit has everything you need to use your compatible SiriusXM Dock & Play Radio in another vehicle. • Add Satellite Radio to an additional vehicle: No need for a second subscription. Just install this kit in another vehicle – your spouse’s car, the family minivan, an RV, or even a boat – and then simply move your Radio between the two.
Introduction Safety and Care Information IMPORTANT! Self installation instructions and tips are provided for your convenience. It is your responsibility to determine if you have the knowledge, skills, and physical ability required to properly perform an installation. SiriusXM shall have no liability for damage or injury resulting from the installation or use of any SiriusXM or third party products.
Introduction WARNING! • Opening the case may result in electric shock. • Make sure that you insert the PowerConnect Power Adapter’s plug all the way into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter or power adapter socket. • If you are using PowerConnect as your audio connection option, it is advisable not to insert a multi-outlet adapter into the same vehicle cigarette lighter or power adapter socket to simultaneously power other devices.
Introduction What’s in the Box? XM & SiriusXM Radio Dock Adapter Sirius Radio Dock Adapter PowerConnect™ Vehicle Dock Aux In Cable Dash Mount Vent Mount and Extended Vent Clamps Magnetic Mount Antenna Screws (4) PowerConnect Power Adapter Alcohol Preparation Pads TIP! For other accessories you can add to your Vehicle Kit – from a Remote Control for ease of use, to a Cassette Adapter for vehicles with a cassette player, to professional installation if you’d rather leave your in-vehicle setup to the
Introduction PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Color-Coded Connections The color-coded PowerConnect Vehicle Dock makes it simple to connect. Just match the colors on the cable ends to the colors on the dock to see what goes where. Side View Right ANT ANT (Silver) Connection for the Magnetic Mount Antenna. 8 AUDIO AUDIO (Green) Connection for Aux In Cable or optional Cassette Adapter (sold separately). Left PWR FM PWR (Red) Connection for PowerConnect Power Adapter.
Introduction Wire Guide The PowerConnect Vehicle Dock has a channel across the back to help organize the wires connected to the dock. If you need to bring a wire from one side of the dock to the other side, utilize the wire guide channel to keep the wires tidy.
Vehicle Installation Step 1: Insert the Radio Dock Adapter Into the Dock You’ll need to insert the Radio Dock Adapter that is compatible with your Radio into the Vehicle Dock. 1. Locate the Radio Dock Adapter that is compatible with your Radio. If you have an XM or SiriusXM Radio: If your Radio is branded as XM* or SiriusXM*, select the Radio Dock Adapter marked XM & SIRIUSXM on the back of the adapter.
Vehicle Installation 2. Orient and place the Radio Dock Adapter that you selected into the Vehicle Dock. Be sure the adapter is centered, and is seated all the way down into the dock. 3. Once the adapter is seated correctly in the Vehicle Dock, gently press the top of the adapter against the dock with your finger until it clicks into place. The Radio Dock Adapter is now installed.
Vehicle Installation Should it become necessary to remove the Radio Dock Adapter from the Vehicle Dock, use your fingernail to gently press down on the top of the adapter, and then use a long thin object such as a paper clip, a screw driver, or something similar to pry the adapter away until it releases from the dock. Then lift the adapter up and out of the dock.
Vehicle Installation WARNING! DO NOT attempt to install this Vehicle Kit while driving. Park your vehicle in a safe location before beginning installation. Step 2: Choose a Location for Your Radio When installing the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock in your vehicle, choose a location where it will not block your vision, interfere with the controls, or obstruct the air bag.
Vehicle Installation Option 1 - Dash Mount Option 2 - Dash Mount A. menu FM 1 2 jump 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 direct A. menu FM 1 Option 3 - Dash Mount 2 jump 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 direct 2 3 Option 4 - Dash Mount A. menu FM jump 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 direct A.
Vehicle Installation Option 5 - Vent Mount Option 6 - Vent Mount B. B.
Vehicle Installation Step 3: Install the Dash or Vent Mount Follow the instructions on the next several pages for the mounting method you have selected. NOTE! The PowerConnect Vehicle Dock included with the this Vehicle Kit is compatible with the T-slot style Dash and Vent Mounts. If you have an existing Dash Mount or Vent Mount in your vehicle, you can continue to use it with this dock, and skip this step.
Vehicle Installation necessary for your particular vehicle. When the orientation is correct, tighten the knob. Knob Adhesive Foot Dock Mounting Plate 4. Attach the Adhesive Mount to the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock using the 4 provided screws. If you plan to use the wire guide channel across the back of the Vehicle Dock to organize the wires, do not fully tighten the screws. If not, tighten the screws. 5.
Vehicle Installation Installing the Vent Mount: IMPORTANT! To make the cable connections easier, wait until after you have connected all the cables to the dock before you attach the Vent Mount to a vent. 1. Locate a vent with horizontal louvers sturdy enough to hold your PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and Onyx Plus Radio. 2. If the vent louvers in your vehicle are recessed, you may need to use the longer vent clamps with the Vent Mount.
Vehicle Installation 3. Attach the Vent Mount to the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock using the 4 provided screws. If you plan to use the wire guide channel across the back of the Vehicle Dock to organize the wires, do not fully tighten the screws. If not, tighten the screws. Note! For greater clarity, the next illustration does not show the dock attached to the Vent Mount, however, the dock should be attached before continuing. 4.
Vehicle Installation Step 4: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna on the outside of your vehicle, on a horizontal surface that will always face the sky. The antenna contains a strong magnet which will stick to any metal part of your vehicle, but will not damage the vehicle. To install the Magnetic Mount Antenna: 1. Choose the best location for the antenna considering your vehicle type.
Vehicle Installation SUV: We recommend mounting the antenna at the rear of the roof as shown. Convertible: We recommend mounting the antenna at the leading edge of the trunk as shown. Pickup Truck: We recommend mounting the antenna just above the front windshield as shown. IMPORTANT! Consult a professional installer if your vehicle roof or hood is non-metallic (i.e., fiberglass), or you have difficulty finding a location for your antenna. 2.
Vehicle Installation 3. Place the antenna in the location you selected. Follow the Tips and Cautions shown on the next several pages. TIP! Mount the antenna on the roof (for most vehicles) or trunk (for convertibles) where it has a clear view of the sky in all directions.
Vehicle Installation CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna inside the vehicle, for example, on the dashboard. CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna on any of the vehicle’s front, back or side pillars. CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna close to a roof rack. Adjust the rack so it’s further away from the antenna or move the antenna closer to the center of the roof.
Vehicle Installation CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna close to another antenna. Mount it at least 3 inches away.
Vehicle Installation Step 5: Route the Magnetic Mount Antenna Cable Before you begin routing the antenna cable, read these general instructions for how to route and hide the antenna cable. Then route your antenna cable according to the instructions which follow for your specific type of vehicle.
Vehicle Installation Route cable out from under rear windshield moulding and tuck into weatherstripping around trunk opening Avoid sharp bends by running cable through weatherstripping for several inches Pull weatherstripping from trunk opening Tuck cable into weatherstripping.
Vehicle Installation Bring cable out of weatherstripping and into trunk Route cable along trunk wall and into cabin through gap or conduit, along existing wiring harness Route cable along trunk wall and into cabin 27
Vehicle Installation Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift edge of interior trim and tuck cable under trim.
Vehicle Installation Continue routing cable under carpet or console to radio location Pull carpet or mat back Coil excess cable under carpet or mat Bring cable out from trim Bring cable out from trim and route under carpet to dashboard or console TIP! Always be careful to include enough slack in your cable to accommodate open doors or trunk lids. Use things typically found around the home, like electrical tape, to secure cables in areas so that hinges do not pinch the cable with the door.
Vehicle Installation Sedan/Coupe With the Antenna Placed at the Rear of the Roof: 1. Feed the antenna cable from the antenna underneath the rubber molding around the rear window. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the rubber molding around the rear window and tuck the antenna cable underneath the molding. Route the antenna cable around and down the window to the lowest point. If your rear window does not have rubber molding, we recommend consulting a professional installer. 2.
Vehicle Installation locations are marked with “SRS” logos. Be careful not to crimp or cut the cable. 5. Bring the cable out from the trim near the front of the cabin and route it under the carpet toward the dashboard or console. Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the excess cable with wire ties (purchased separately). 6. Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location.
Vehicle Installation Sedan/Coupe With the Antenna Placed at the Front of the Roof: 1. Feed the antenna cable from the antenna underneath the rubber molding around the windshield. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the rubber molding around the windshield and tuck the antenna cable underneath the molding. Route the antenna cable around and down the windshield to the lowest point. 2.
Vehicle Installation SUV: 1. Feed the antenna cable underneath the rubber weather stripping of the rear tailgate window/door and route the cable along the rear hatch. Lift the weather stripping from the opening and tuck the cable inside it, then replace the weather stripping. Pull the cable out from weather stripping and route it into the cabin under the interior trim. Avoid hinges or gears that could crimp or cut the cable. 2.
Vehicle Installation Convertible: 1. Bring the antenna cable from the antenna into the trunk at the front edge of the trunk lid. Keep any bends in the cable loose. Tape or tie the cable along the inside of the trunk lid to the trunk lid hinge strut. 2. Allow enough slack in the cable so the trunk lid can easily open and close and keep the cable away from hinges, gears, etc., that could crimp or cut it.
Vehicle Installation Pickup Truck: 1. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the rubber molding around the windshield and tuck the antenna cable underneath it. 2. Continue tucking the cable underneath the windshield molding around the windshield to the lowest corner. 3. At the lowest corner of the windshield, route the cable out of the windshield molding and into the rubber weather stripping around the door opening.
Vehicle Installation Step 6: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect Power Adapter 1. Plug the Magnetic Mount Antenna into the silver ANT connector at the side of the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock. ANT AUDIO 2. Insert the PowerConnect Power Adapter into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter or power adapter socket. 3. Plug the PowerConnect Power Adapter into the red PWR connector at the side of the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock.
Vehicle Installation Step 7: Connect the Audio To play audio through your vehicle’s stereo or FM radio, decide on one of the following audio connection options: • Option 1: Best: Use the provided Aux In Cable if your vehicle’s stereo system has an auxiliary input connection or jack. Refer to your vehicle’s owners manual to find the location of the auxiliary input jack, or consult the vehicle dealer.
Vehicle Installation Option 1: Aux In Cable Installation Instructions 1. Plug one end of the Aux In Cable into the green AUDIO connector at the side of the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock. AUDIO ANT 2. Plug the other end into the auxiliary input jack connection of your vehicle’s stereo system. 3. If you are using the vent mounting method, attach the Vent Mount to the vent. FM menu PLUS alerts t-mix t-scn 4. Insert your Radio into the dock.
Vehicle Installation visual indication of signal strength. The Satellite and Terrestrial bars show the strength of the signal being received. If the signal reception is good, exit the Antenna Aiming or Signal Indicator screen and continue with step 8. 8. Turn on your vehicle’s stereo system. Set it to play input from the auxiliary input source. You should hear the audio through your vehicle’s stereo system. The aux in cable installation is complete. 9.
Vehicle Installation Option 2: Cassette Adapter Installation Instructions 1. Plug the Cassette Adapter into the green AUDIO connector at the side of the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock. ANT AUDIO 2. Insert the Cassette Adapter into the vehicle’s cassette deck. You may need to turn on your vehicle’s stereo system in order to do so. 3. If you are using the vent mounting method, attach the Vent Mount to the vent. FM menu PLUS alerts t-mix t-scn twx 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 4.
Vehicle Installation Indicator, Signal, or Antenna Aiming screen of your Radio, to see a visual indication of signal strength. The Satellite and Terrestrial bars show the strength of the signal being received. If the signal reception is good, exit the Antenna Aiming or Signal Indicator screen and continue with step 8. 8. If you haven’t done so, turn on your vehicle’s stereo system. Set it to play input from the cassette source. You should hear the audio through your vehicle’s stereo system.
Vehicle Installation Option 3: PowerConnect Installation Instructions 1. If you are using the vent mounting method, attach the Vent Mount to the vent. FM menu PLUS alerts 2. Insert your Radio into the dock. NOTE: Your Radio may be a different model than the Radio shown here. t-mix t-scn twx 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 b/# 3. Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna has a clear view of the sky. 4. You’ll first need to find an available FM channel.
Vehicle Installation etc.) to locate channels that aren’t being used by a local FM radio station. Write down each FM channel that has only static or silence on it, until you reach 107.9. 5. Pick the first FM channel on your list from step 4. Turn on your vehicle’s FM radio (if you have not already done so) and tune it to this FM channel. You should only hear static or silence. If not, try the next FM channel on your list, 6. Power on your Radio by pressing the Power button. 7.
Vehicle Installation 9. You should hear the SiriusXM audio through your vehicle’s FM radio. If you are satisfied with the audio quality, continue with step 11. 99.3 menu FM jump 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 direct MATCH FM CHANNELS 10. If the selected FM channel doesn’t work well for you, work down the list of FM channels until you find one with which you are satisfied.
Vehicle Installation Option 4: FM Direct Adapter (FMDA) Installation The FMDA needs to be installed by a professional installer. Professional installation can help improve your Radio’s reception and significantly reduce the visibility of wires. To learn more, check with the retailer where you bought your Radio, or go to www.siriusxm.com/accessories.
Troubleshooting The Vehicle Kit has been designed and built to be trouble-free, but if you experience a problem, try this: • Check that all connections are firm and secure. • Make sure the vehicle power socket is clean and free of corrosion. • Make sure you have connected the Vehicle Dock as described in this User Guide. Verify that the PowerConnect Power Adapter is plugged into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter or power adapter socket, and that the LED on the PowerConnect Power Adapter is lit (on).
Troubleshooting If you see this on the screen: Try this: Channel Off Air • The channel you’ve selected is not currently broadcasting. Tune to another channel. Loading or Acquiring Signal • Your Radio is acquiring audio or program information. This message usually goes away in a few seconds. Updating • Your Radio is updating with the latest encryption code. Wait until the update is done. • You may be trying to tune to a channel that is blocked or unavailable. Tune to another channel.
Troubleshooting If this happens: Try this: No audio when using the Aux In Cable or Cassette Adapter • Check all cables between your Radio and your vehicle’s stereo system for a firm and secure connection. • Ensure you have selected the proper input source on your vehicle’s stereo system. • Increase the audio level of your Radio. Refer to your Radio’s User Guide (go to www. siriusxm.com/guides) for instructions. • Ensure that the FM Transmitter in the Radio is turned Off.
Troubleshooting If this happens: Try this: No audio when using PowerConnect or FMDA • Check that your Radio and your vehicle’s FM radio are tuned to the same FM channel. • Check that the FM transmitter in your Radio is On. Refer to your Radio’s User Guide (go to www.siriusxm.com/guides) for instructions. No song title or artist name is displayed • The information may not be available or updates may be in progress.
Product Specifications System Power Requirements: Operating Temperature: Audio Output: 9-16 V DC, 500 mA (max) -4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C) 1.0 Vrms (max) PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Dimensions: Weight (without adapter): Weight (with adapter): Audio Connector: Antenna Connector: 4.1 in (width) x 1.8 in (height) x 1.1 in (depth) 105 mm (width) x 46 mm (height) x 28 mm (depth) 1.4 oz (40 g) 1.5 oz (43 g) 1/8 in (3.
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FCC Statement The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Sirius XM Radio Inc. can void the user’s authority to operate this device. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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