XM5 OM 4/8/03 09:56 AM Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL READ THIS FIRST! XM5 MARINE SATELLITE RADIO ANTENNA
XM5 OM 4/8/03 09:56 AM Page 2 Table of Contents About Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Installation . . . . . . . . . .
XM5 OM 4/8/03 09:56 AM Page 3 XM5 Owner’s Manual Introduction The TERK XM5 Marine Satellite Radio Antenna is a high-performance antenna designed specifically for XM Satellite Radio reception on recreational marine craft such as fishing boats, sport boats, yachts, and sailboats.
XM5 OM 4/8/03 09:56 AM Page 4 Applications The TERK XM5 Marine Satellite Radio Antenna can be installed on a variety of recreational marine craft, as shown below. For details, see Installation starting on page 6. Fishing Boats TERK XM5 Marine Satellite Radio Antenna Figure 1. The TERK XM5 is shown installed on the fishing boat’s fly bridge. Sport Boats TERK XM5 Marine Satellite Radio Antenna Figure 2. The TERK XM5 is shown mounted on the electronics arch of a sports boat.
XM5 OM 4/8/03 09:56 AM Page 5 XM5 Owner’s Manual Sailboats TERK XM5 Marine Satellite Radio Antenna Figure 3. The TERK XM5 is shown installed on an antenna extension on the stern of a sailboat. NOTE: When mounted in this configuration, the mast and sails may interfere with reception when the craft is at certain angles to the satellite.
XM5 OM 4/8/03 09:56 AM Page 6 Installation Parts for TERK XM5 Marine Satellite Radio Antenna (1) TERK XM5 Antenna With 30'of Attached Coaxial Cable (4) Hex Bolts/Washers/Nuts 8.75" (4) Cable Tie Wraps (1) Mounting Bracket With Mounting Hardware SAT TER (1) FAKRA Case/Clip (1) Splitter Figure 4. Verify that your TERK XM5 package includes the above items.
XM5 OM 4/8/03 09:56 AM Page 7 XM5 Owner’s Manual Clear Signals 20° Clearance Correct XM5 Blocked Signals Incorrect XM5 Figure 5. Correct and incorrect TERK XM5 locations on a fishing boat. • As you plan the cable route, avoid running the cable through any component that may cause excessive chafing. Doing so may erode the jacket and break signal continuity. Also, avoid kinking, pinching, excessive bending, or twisting of the cable during a run. • Do not trim the cable length.
XM5 OM 4/8/03 09:56 AM Page 8 Installation Installing the TERK XM5 Marine Satellite Radio Antenna (continued) XM5 Antenna (with 30' of attached cable) Antenna Cable Antenna Extension (optional – length determined by application) Adjusting the Tilt (side view) For parts, see figure 4 on page 6. ❶ unlock To Splitter, see figures 7 and 8 on page 9. Mounting Bracket (with adjustable, ratchet tilt) diam. = 0.25" Mounting Surface For parts, see figure 4 on page 6. Figure 6.
XM5 OM 4/8/03 09:56 AM Page 9 XM5 Owner’s Manual Curry Case (Satellite) ❷ ❸ ❶ FAKRA Connector Assembled XM5 Antenna Cable with Case Clip Cable from XM5 Antenna Figure 7. Inserting the FAKRA SMB connector into the plastic case.
XM5 OM 4/8/03 09:56 AM Page 10 Use and Care In normal daily use, the TERK XM5 Marine Satellite Radio Antenna is a rugged, high-performance antenna that does not require any special attention. Troubleshooting Symptom Solutions XM radio displays “Antenna” or “Check Antenna” message • Check antenna connections to the XM receiver. XM radio displays “No Signal” message • Boat may be in an area where the XM signal is obstructed. Move the boat to more open surroundings.
XM5 OM 4/8/03 09:56 AM Page 11 XM5 Owner’s Manual Mechanical Specifications Antenna – Radome Height: 6.25 inches Radome Diameter: 1.50 to 1.75 inches Radome Material: White Polycarbonate Antenna Base – Height: 2.50 inches Diameter: Up to 1.875 inches Material: White Polycarbonate Flange Mount Hardware – Screws, Nuts, and Washers: Stainless Steel Weight (All Parts): 2.
XM5 OM 4/8/03 09:56 AM Page 12 TERK For Technical Support: 1.800.942.TERK (8375) For information about our full product line, visit our web site at: www.terk.com TERK is a registered trademark. The TERK logo is a trademark of TERK Technologies Corp. ©2002 Terk Technologies Corp.
