User Guide Stratus 5 Satellite Radio
Here’s your new SIRIUS ® Stratus 5 Dock & Play Radio Your new SIRIUS Stratus 5 Dock & Play Radio comes with everything you need to enjoy SIRIUS® in your car. With available SIRIUS Universal Docking accessories you can use your Stratus 5 just about anywhere. Your new Stratus 5 gives you powerful features: >> Easy-to-read 3-line display. >> Built-in wireless FM transmitter so you can listen to SIRIUS through your car’s FM stereo. An FM Presets button makes transmitter frequency changes quick and easy.
Table of Contents Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Warning and Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 FCC Information . . Canadian Compliance General Precautions Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 .7 .7 .
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Display Screen Information . . . Changing Channels and Categories Selecting Channels Directly . . . Channel Presets . . . . . . . . FM Presets/MENU Button . . . . Jump Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning & Safety Information FCC Information 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, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a CLASS B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canadian Compliance This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. General Precautions Liquid Crystal Precautions If the LCD screen on the radio is damaged, do not to touch the liquid crystal fluid. If any of the following situations happen, take the action indicated: 1.
• Do not install the unit where it may obstruct your view through the windshield, or of your vehicle’s indicator displays. • Do not install the unit where it may hinder the function of safety devices such as an airbag. Doing so may prevent the airbag from functioning properly in the event of an accident. • Be sure the unit is installed as described in the installation instructions which accompany each accessory kit.
Warnings Notice To Drivers In California and Minnesota State law prohibits drivers in California and Minnesota from using suction mounts on their windshields while operating motor vehicles. Other dashboard or friction mounting options should be used. SIRIUS does not take any responsibility for any fines, penalties, or damages that may be incurred as a result of disregarding this notice. (See California Vehicle Code Section 26708(a); Minnesota Statutes 2005, Section 169.
Copyrights & Trademarks © 2008 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. All Rights Reserved. ® “SIRIUS”, the SIRIUS dog logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. All other trademarks, service marks, sports team names, album art, and logos are the property of their respective owners. All Rights Reserved. Portions of the software on this radio are licensed under the eCos License. Distribution of eCos requires that the eCos source code be made available to SIRIUS Satellite Radio customers.
Package Contents The following items are included with your purchase of the SIRIUS Stratus 5 radio: Stratus 5 Radio Adhesive Dash Mount Vehicle Dock Vent Mount & Extended Vent Hooks Cigarette Lighter Adapter [ Package Contents ] 11
Magnetic Antenna Antenna Cover/Tail FM Extender Antenna 12 [ Package Contents ] Screws Alcohol Swab Suction Cups (2) User Guide Self Adhesive Cable Guides (3)
Unpack your SIRIUS Stratus 5 radio carefully and make sure that everything shown is present. If anything is missing or damaged, or if your the radio fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to ship your radio in the future.
Installation SIRIUS suggests that you have your Stratus 5 professionally installed in your vehicle. Professional installation provides an experienced technician to install this product in your vehicle, advice for selecting a suitable mounting location for the Vehicle Dock, installation of the antenna, and proper routing of all the necessary wires and cables.
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Mounting the Vehicle Dock Dash Mount Method (A) Attach the dash mount to the vehicle dock using the provided screws (see Figure 2). Attach Dock to Mount with Included Screws Figure 2 Select the mounting position carefully before adhering the mount to your vehicle. Once the mount has been adhered to a surface, it will not be possible to remove it and adhere it again. Once you’ve selected a mounting location, clean the mounting surface area in the vehicle with the provided alcohol swab.
Vent Mount Method (B) To mount the vehicle dock using the vent mount, install the vent mount as follows: 1. If the vent louvers in your vehicle are recessed, you may need to use the supplied longer vent hooks with the vent mount. Refer to Figure 3 and install the longer vent hooks into the vent mount. Be sure to observe the orientation of the vent hooks as shown. Remove End Cap Slide Short Vent Hooks Out Slide Extended Vent Hooks In Replace End Cap Figure 3 2.
3. Refer to Figure 5 and attach the vent mount to a heating/air conditioning vent in your vehicle. Position the two tension springs A against a vent louver B. Then push the vent mount into the vent, far enough so that the hooks C drop down and hook the rear of the vent louver (see Figure 6). Once you are sure that the hooks have grasped a vent louver, the tension springs A will keep the vent mount hooked to the louver.
4. The angle of the docking station may be changed by changing the position of foot D on the vent mount to a different adjustment hole (see Figure 7).
Installing the Magnetic Antenna Caution Because adhesive is used in the installation of the Rubber Antenna Cover/Tail, we recommend that you install the antenna at or above room temperature (68° F). The adhesive on the Rubber Cover/Tail may not adhere properly to the vehicle roof at temperatures lower than this. Warmer temperatures will also make it easier to route of the antenna cable through the rubber molding around the windows and in other areas in the vehicle.
ANTENNA MOUNTING The SIRIUS Magnetic Mount Vehicle Antenna has a strong magnetic mount designed to hold it in place during normal driving conditions (highway/city). This also makes the antenna easy to remove for transferring it to other vehicles. Figure 8 shows the optimal mounting location for the antenna on several types of vehicles.
The SIRIUS antenna needs to have an unobstructed area of 3 inches by 3 inches around it. It is important to mount the antenna where no obstructions will block the antenna from receiving the SIRIUS signal. Objects which can obstruct the antenna could be a roof rack, a sunroof, a roof-mounted cargo container, another antenna, etc.
4. Peel the protective material from the adhesive strips (see Figure 9) and press the Rubber Cover/Tail firmly into place on the vehicle. 5. Double check that the location of the antenna and Rubber Cover/Tail are correct, and continue to press firmly down on the Rubber Cover/Tail for another 30 seconds. At room temperature (68° F), maximum adhesion usually occurs within 72 hours. During this period, avoid car washes and other contact with the antenna and the Rubber Cover/Tail.
Sedan /Coupe Antenna Cable Routing Procedure Figure 10 shows how the antenna cable should be routed from the antenna to your SIRIUS radio in a sedan/coupe. 2. Route Cable Out of Window Molding and Into Weatherstripping Around Trunk Opening 1. Feed Cable Under Rubber Molding Around Window 6. Bring Cable Out To SIRIUS Receiver Location ANTENNA 5. Bring Cable out from Trim and Route Under Carpet to Dashboard or Console. 3. Route Cable Along Trunk Wall and Into Cabin 4.
Follow these detailed cable installation instructions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Feed the cable from the antenna underneath the rubber molding around the rear window. Use a plastic putty knife or similar object 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, SIRIUS recommends consulting with a professional installer.
Pickup Truck Antenna Cable Routing Procedure Figure 11 shows how the antenna cable should be routed from the antenna to your SIRIUS radio in a pickup truck. ANTENNA 1. Route Cable Under Rubber Molding Around Windshield 2. Continue Tucking Cable Under Molding To Bottom of Windshield 5. Bring Cable Out to SIRIUS Receiver Location 4. Bring Cable out from Weatherstripping and Route Under Carpet Figure 11 26 [ Installation ] 3. Route Cable Out of Molding and Into Weatherstripping Around Door Opening.
Follow these detailed cable installation instructions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Use a plastic putty knife or similar tool to lift the rubber molding around the windshield and tuck the antenna cable underneath it. Continue tucking the cable underneath the windshield molding around the windshield to the lowest corner. 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.
SUV/ Mini-Van Antenna Cable Routing Procedure Figure 12 shows how the antenna cable should be routed from the antenna to your SIRIUS radio in an SUV or a Mini-Van. 1. Feed Cable Under Rubber Seal Around Hatch Opening 4. Bring Cable Out To SIRIUS Receiver Location ANTENNA 3. Route Cable Under Carpet to Dashboard 2.
Follow these detailed cable installation instructions: 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.
Convertible Antenna Cable Routing Procedure Figure 13 shows how the antenna cable should be routed from the antenna to your SIRIUS radio in a convertible. 6. Bring Cable Out To SIRIUS Receiver Location 1. Bring Cable from Antenna Into Inside of Trunk Lid 5. Bring Cable out from Trim and Route Under Carpet to Dashboard or Console. ANTENNA 4. Route Cable from Trunk Under Interior Trim, into Cabin and Towards Front of Vehicle 2. Tape Cable Along Inside of Lid to Hinge Strut 3.
Follow these detailed cable installation instructions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Bring the 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. 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.
TIPS The following DO and DO NOT antenna mounting tips illustrate how to install the antenna for optimal performance, and also illustrate where the antenna should not be installed. DO Mount the antenna on the roof, at least 3 inches from the edge. DO Mount the antenna on the roof where it has a clear view of the sky in all directions.
DO Mount the antenna on the roof where it has at least 3 inches of clear space around it. DO Use the supplied Rubber Tail Cover to protect the antenna cable.
DO NOT Don’t mount the antenna inside the vehicle, for example, on the dashboard. DO NOT Don’t mount the antenna on any of the vehicle’s front, back or side pillars.
DO NOT 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. DO NOT Don’t mount the antenna close to another antenna. Mount it at least 3 inches away.
DO NOT Don’t mount the antenna closer than 3 inches from the edge of the roof. Use the supplied rubber tail/cover as a guide for judging proper length and correct positioning. After you’ve routed the cable to the SIRIUS Vehicle Dock, connect the antenna cable to the ANT connection on the right side of the Vehicle Dock. (See Figure 14.
Connecting the Cigarette Lighter Adapter Connect the provided cigarette lighter adapter to the 5VDC connector on the back of the Vehicle Dock. (See Figure 15.) Cigarette Lighter Adapter Vehicle Dock (Left Side) Power Connection 12V Power Outlet PWR AUDIO Figure 15 NOTE: DO VEHICLE DOCK DIRECTLY FROM YOUR VEHICLE’S 12VDC POWER CIGARETTE LIGHTER ADAPTER. THIS COULD DAMAGE THE VEHICLE DOCK, YOUR SIRIUS RECEIVER OR BOTH.
Cable Separation and Routing FCC Information The satellite antenna cable, FM Extender Antenna (FEA) cable and cigarette lighter adapter (CLA) power cable must be appropriately separated and routed for your radio to be compliant with federal regulations. Step 1 The connections on your vehicle dock are clearly marked.
Step 3 Coil any excess cable between the cigarette lighter socket and vehicle dock, keeping it away from vehicle pedals or controls to prevent any slack which might interfere with the safe operation of your vehicle. Secure the excess cable with wire ties. If possible, tuck the coiled part in a hidden location, such as in between the carpet and plastic panel of the front console (see Figure 19).
Connecting Your Stratus 5 to Your Vehicle’s Audio System There are two ways to connect your SIRIUS Stratus 5 to your vehicle’s audio system: Direct Connection or Wireless Connection. Which one will perform best in your vehicle depends on your vehicle’s audio system. For the latest information go to http://www.sirius.com/vehicleinstallation.
Direct FM Audio Connection If your vehicle’s audio system does not have an AUX IN/LINE IN connection, a SIRIUS FM Direct Adapter (sold separately) will provide the next best quality connection between your Stratus 5 and your vehicle radio.
Cassette Adapter If your vehicle’s audio system has a cassette player you can purchase a cassette adapter from your local electronics retailer or from SIRIUS at http://shop.sirius.com. Plug the adapter’s connector into the AUDIO jack on the left side of the Vehicle Dock, and insert the adapter into your vehicle’s cassette player. (See Figure 23.
Wireless Audio Connection If you cannot connect your SIRIUS Stratus 5 directly to your vehicle’s audio system, your SIRIUS Stratus 5 contains an FM transmitter that will ‘broadcast’ its audio to your vehicle’s FM radio. To use this you need to tune the Stratus 5’s FM transmitter to an FM frequency that’s not being used in your area (See Figure 24). If you use an FM channel that is being used by a local broadcaster, it will interfere with the performance of your SIRIUS radio.
4. Press and hold the FM Presets/MENU button (see Figure 25, left). The MENU OPTIONS screen will appear. Press the Channel UP/DOWN buttons to highlight FM TRANSMITTER and press the Select button to select it. SEL menu I 2 3 4 5 6 FM Presets/ MENU Button 7 8 9 Select Button Channel UP/DOWN Buttons 0 Figure 25 5. The FM TRANSMITTER screen will appear (see Figure 25, right). Press the Channel UP/DOWN buttons to highlight FM PRESETS and press the Select button to select it. 6.
To listen to SIRIUS, turn your SIRIUS Stratus 5 ON, then turn your vehicle’s FM radio ON and press the SIRIUS preset you set in Step 2, on page 43. You should hear your SIRIUS Stratus 5 through your vehicle’s FM radio. Tip TIP: If you regularly travel between cities with different active FM channels, you may need to find channels that are not broadcasting in each city. Your SIRIUS Stratus 5 can store 5 different preset FM transmitter channels so you can easily switch to the best FM channel for each city.
Because of the different kinds and locations of radio antennas found in different vehicles, SIRIUS suggests that the FM Extender Antenna be professionally installed in your vehicle. Professional installation provides an experienced technician to install the Extender Antenna, knowledge of your vehicle for locating its radio antenna, and routing the cable and connecting it to your SIRIUS radio.
• The installation and use suggestions contained in this manual are subject to any restrictions or limitations that may be imposed by applicable law. The purchaser should check applicable law for any restrictions or limitations before installing the extender cable. Warning Notice To Drivers In California and Minnesota State law prohibits drivers in California and Minnesota from using suction mounts on their windshields while operating motor vehicles.
INSTALLATION Step 1: Determine the type and location of your vehicle’s FM antenna The key to properly installing the FEA in your vehicle is being able to determine the type and location of your vehicle’s FM antenna. The type and location of the FM antenna in your vehicle should be one of the following (see Figure 29, opposite): A. Whip/aerial mounted on the front fender or hood: A fixed or retractable aerial antenna located on the front fender or hood of the vehicle. B.
A. C. F. B. E. D. G. H.
Step 2: Prepare the FEA for temporary installation Attach the suction cups to the antenna portion of the FEA in the positions shown in Figure 30. The antenna portion of the FEA is the relatively thinner section of the cable in between the bead and the arrow that transmits the FM signal to your vehicle’s FM antenna.
For vehicles with A and B type FM antennas: • Whip/aerial mounted on the front fender or hood • Whip/aerial mounted in the A-pillar of car frame A. B. Mount FEA at Edge of Windshield Nearest to Vehicle Antenna Alternate Mounting Location on Adjacent A-Pillar Figure 31 Mount the FEA vertically on the front windshield at the edge of the glass, on the same side as the vehicle’s antenna (i.e. nearest to the antenna). See Figure 31. Clean the suction cup mounting areas with the alcohol swab.
For vehicles with C and D type FM antennas: • In-glass, in the rear windshield • Whip/aerial mounted on rear part of roof C. D. FM ANTENNA Mount FEA on Rear Windshield DEFROSTER WIRES Figure 32 Mount the FEA horizontally along the top edge of the rear windshield (see Figure 32). For vehicles with a rooftop antenna, center the FEA below the antenna whip. For vehicles with an in-glass antenna, the FEA should be directly over one of the FM antenna’s wires.
For vehicles with an E type FM antenna: • Whip/aerial mounted on the rear fender or trunk E. Mount FEA at Edge of Windshield Nearest to Vehicle Antenna Figure 33 Mount the FEA vertically on the rear windshield at the edge of the glass, on the same side as the vehicle’s antenna (i.e. nearest to the antenna). See Figure 33. Clean the suction cup mounting areas with the alcohol swab.
For vehicles with F or G type FM antennas: • Whip/aerial mounted on the front part of roof • In-glass, in the front windshield F. G. Alternate Mounting Location Tucked Into Headliner Mount FEA Along Top Edge of Windshield Figure 34 Mount the FEA horizontally along the top edge of the front windshield or install it into the headliner of the vehicle just above the front windshield (see Figure 34). For vehicles with a rooftop antenna, center the FEA below the antenna whip.
For vehicles with an H type FM antenna: • In-glass, in a rear side window H. Mount FEA Directly Over Antenna Wires Figure 35 Mount the FEA directly over the in-glass antenna wires. If the antenna wires are vertical, mount the FEA vertically on the glass; if the in-glass antenna wires are horizontal, mount the FEA horizontally on the glass. (See Figure 35.) Clean the suction cup mounting areas with the alcohol swab.
Step 4: Temporarily plug the FEA into the Vehicle Dock’s FM OUT connector See Figure 36. Vehicle Dock (Right Side) FM OUT Jack Cable From FM Extender Antenna FM OUT ANT Figure 36 Step 5: Tune your vehicle’s FM radio to an FM channel that’s not being used in your area Use your vehicle radio’s Tune function (not the Scan function) to find an FM channel (between 88.1MHz and 107.9MHz) that is not broadcasting in your area.
b. Press and hold the FM Presets/MENU button (see Figure 37, left). The MENU OPTIONS screen will appear. Press the Channel UP/DOWN buttons to highlight FM TRANSMITTER and press the Select button to select it. SEL menu I 2 3 4 FM Presets/ MENU Button 5 6 7 8 9 Select Button Channel UP/DOWN Buttons 0 Figure 37 c. The FM TRANSMITTER screen will appear (see Figure 37, right). Press the Channel UP/DOWN buttons to highlight FM PRESETS and press the Select button to select it. d.
To listen to SIRIUS, turn your SIRIUS Stratus 5 ON, then turn your vehicle’s FM radio ON and press the SIRIUS preset you set in Step 5, on page 56. You should hear your SIRIUS Stratus 5 through your vehicle’s FM radio (see Figure 40). SEL menu I 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Match Channels Figure 40 Step 7: Optimize the placement of the FEA Mute the volume of your Stratus 5: Press the MENU button, select SETTINGS, then select AUDIO LEVEL and turn the volume down to zero. (See page 78.
Step 8: Permanently install the FEA NOTE: IF YOU ARE MOUNTING THE FEA IN THE VEHICLE’S HEADLINER, SKIP THIS STEP. When you are satisfied with the FEA’s mounting location, remove the suction cup mounts and peel the backing off the bead and arrow adhesive mounts. Clean the area where the FEA will be attached with the alcohol swab. Permanently adhere the FEA in the same position on the glass (or A-pillar), making certain the wire is taut and is as straight as possible (see Figure 42).
Step 9: Route and hide the cable through the vehicle to the Vehicle Dock Hide the FEA cable by properly routing it to your SIRIUS Vehicle Dock (see Figure 43). Use the cable guides to hold the cable in place until it reaches the inner trim or moulding at the edge of the window. Take advantage of any existing cable channel or wiring conduit and route the cable around the passenger compartment to the Vehicle Dock.
Appendix A: Tips for Identifying the FM Antenna Correctly identifying your vehicle’s FM antenna is a key to successfully installing the FEA. The preceding installation section already showed you the different kinds of FM antennas found on vehicles. However, there are several types of antennas found on vehicles that you may at first believe to be the FM antenna but which in reality are not.
2. Greater confusion may arise with whip type antennas. Figure 45 shows some whip type antennas which can be found on the front or rear of a vehicle’s roof, or on the rear windshield. Some of these antennas could be the FM antenna and some are not the FM antenna. Figure 45 3. Antennas with a short 2-4 inch stubby whip or protrusion are not FM antennas, while antennas with a whip length of 7 inches or longer are likely to be the FM antenna.
Subscribing to the SIRIUS Service Before you can listen to the SIRIUS service, you need to subscribe to the SIRIUS Satellite Radio service. To subscribe, do the following: 1. Be sure that your SIRIUS Stratus 5 is correctly installed, is properly docked in the Vehicle Dock, and that the antenna is oriented to receive the SIRIUS signal. 2. Turn on the Stratus 5. After the startup sequence, it will update the SIRIUS channel line-up (see Figure 46, top).
Controls SIRIUS Stratus 5 Front Panel Figure 47 and the section following identify and describe the SIRIUS Stratus 5’s buttons and controls.
1. Power Button: Turns the Stratus 5’s power ON and OFF. 2. FM Presets/MENU Button: Selects between different preset frequencies used by the built-in wireless FM transmitter. Press and hold to access MENU OPTIONS to make setup and feature changes. 3. Jump Button: Jumps to a pre-selected traffic/weather channel. 4. Preset/Direct Tune Buttons (0 – 9): Sets and selects preset channels. Also lets you directly tune channels by entering the channel number. 5.
Vehicle Dock Reference Guide Figure 48 and the section following identify and describe the Vehicle Dock’s features and connectors. PWR AUDIO 1 2 FM OUT 3 3 4 ANT 5 Figure 48 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 66 DC5V Power Connector: Power connection for the supplied cigarette lighter adapter (see page 37). Audio Out (AUDIO) Connector: Audio output for directly connecting to your vehicle’s audio system (see pages 40 & 42).
Operation Display Screen Information Whenever you power your Stratus 5 ON, the previously-selected channel will automatically begin playing, and the Stratus 5’s display screen will show the currentlytuned channel, the song or show being played, the artist name and other information. This screen is referred to as the Default screen in this manual. Figure 49 identifies the information displayed when listening to a typical broadcast.
Changing Channels and Categories Pressing the Channel UP or DOWN button will cause the Stratus 5 to immediately tune to the next or previous channel. Pressing the Category < or > button once will display a list of the channels in the current category, highlighting the currently-tuned channel (see Figure 51). Use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons to navigate through the list, and press the Select button to choose a selected channel.
Channel Presets You can store up to 10 of your favorite channels as presets for quick access by pressing the 0 – 9 buttons. Storing Channel Presets To store a favorite channel as a preset, do the following: 1. Tune the Stratus 5 to the channel you want to store as a preset. 2. Press and hold for 1 second the numbered preset button (0 – 9) in which you want to store the channel. You will hear an audible beep and the display will confirm that the channel has been stored as a preset (see Figure 53).
FM Presets/MENU Button If you are using a wireless connection between your Stratus 5 and your vehicle’s audio system (see page 41), you can easily select between the five different preset FM transmitter frequencies without having to go through the Menu Options (see page 70). To quickly access the FM Transmitter menu, press the FM Presets/MENU button. If the FM Transmitter is set to ON: Each press of the FM Presets/MENU button will switch to the next preset FM Transmitter frequency (see Figure 55).
Jump Button Pressing the Jump button will jump to a traffic/weather channel which you have chosen for your area. This button allows you to quickly tune the traffic/weather for your area and then tune back to the original channel by pressing the Jump button again (see Figure 57). Figure 57 If your traffic/weather report is not immediately available, the display will indicate that a jump is pending (see Figure 58).
Menu Options Menu Options allows you to set and/or change the various features and settings of your SIRIUS Stratus 5. Press and hold the FM Presets/Menu button to display the MENU OPTIONS screen (see Figure 59). Figure 59 Use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons to highlight selections in the menu lists and press the Select button to select them. To exit a menu, press the FM Presets/Menu button.
SIRIUS ID This displays your Stratus 5’s 12-digit SIRIUS ID (SID) number (see Figure 60). Figure 60 The SID is unique to each SIRIUS radio, and is required to activate your service. We recommend that you write this number in the space provided near the end of this user guide. No adjustments are allowed in this mode. To exit, press the FM Presets/MENU button or the Select button.
FM Transmitter The FM Transmitter menu option allows you to enable or disable the Stratus 5’s built-in FM transmitter, and select up to 5 different preset FM transmitter frequencies (see Figure 61). Figure 61 FM PRESETS You can select from the 5 preset FM transmitter frequencies: 1. On the FM TRANSMITTER screen (Figure 61), highlight and select FM PRESETS. The FM PRESETS screen will appear (see Figure 62, left). Figure 62 2.
FM ON/OFF You can turn the Stratus 5’s FM transmitter ON and OFF: 1. From the FM Transmitter screen (see Figure 61, on page 74), highlight and select FM ON/OFF. The FM ON/OFF screen will appear (see Figure 63). Figure 63 2. To turn the FM transmitter ON, highlight and select ON; to turn the FM transmitter OFF, highlight and select OFF. To exit, press the FM PRESETS/MENU button twice.
Settings The SETTINGS menu lets you access the DISPLAY OPTIONS, AUDIO LEVEL, TONES, CLOCK, JUMP SETTINGS and CHANNEL LOCK menu options (see Figure 64). Figure 64 Display Options The DISPLAY OPTIONS menu (Figure 65) lets you adjust the Stratus 5’s LCD display to improve its visibility in different lighting conditions, and to display different types of information.
BRIGHTNESS AND CONTRAST Brightness adjusts the overall intensity of the LCD display to help with viewing in different lighting conditions. Contrast adjusts the relationship between the background and the text on the LCD display. Use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons to adjust the brightness and contrast. The bar graphs will indicate the change (see Figure 66). Figure 66 Mode The MODE screen (Figure 67) lets you change the default display screen to display either the channel name, category name, or the time.
Audio Level The AUDIO LEVEL screen lets you use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons to adjust the Stratus 5’s audio output level (see Figure 69). The bar graph will indicate the change. Figure 69 Tones You can select whether to hear an audible confirmation tone as you navigate menus and lists. To turn the tones ON or OFF, use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons to select your choice and press the Select button to set your choice (see Figure 70).
Clock The CLOCK screen (see Figure 71) allows you to setup the clock that appears on the Default screen, based on the format desired and the time zone in which you reside. The actual time is provided via the SIRIUS satellite signal, and will automatically update your Stratus 5. Figure 71 Format Displays the time in either 12-hour (default) or 24-hour format (see Figure 72). Figure 72 Time Zone Since the clock adjusts the time automatically, it is important to specify your time zone.
Daylight Savings Time Select ON if your area observes Daylight Savings Time; select OFF if your area does not (see Figure 74). Figure 74 Jump Settings The Jump menu lets you select which city’s traffic and weather reports the Stratus 5 will provide when you press the Jump button. Use the Channel UP/DOWN buttons to select a city and press the Select button to set your choice (see Figure 75).
Channel Lock Your SIRIUS Stratus 5 has the ability to lock channels you do not want others (such as children) to access without your permission. Locked channels will not appear on the Channel List screen, or when browsing channels with the Channel UP/DOWN buttons. When the anyone tries to access a locked channel using the Direct Tuning function (see page 68), an ENTER CODE screen will be displayed and the channel won’t be accessed until the correct code is entered. Locking and Unlocking Channels 1.
Setting the Lock/Unlock Code To set the lock code: Select the CHANNEL LOCK menu option. The CHANNEL LOCK screen will appear (see Figure 76, left, on page 81) 2. Select the EDIT CODE menu option. The NEW CODE screen will be displayed (see Figure 77). Enter a four-digit code using the 0 – 9 number buttons. You will then be prompted to enter the new code again to confirm. 1. Figure 77 3. When the lock code is confirmed, the lock code is set.
Signal When using the optional Home Docking Station or boombox indoors, it is important to aim the antenna for maximum signal reception. The Signal screen (see Figure 78) visually shows the strength of the satellite and terrestrial signals being received by the Stratus 5. (Refer to the Home Docking Station installation guide for more information about properly orienting the antenna.
Note that the Parental Control feature is not affected by the Factory Default option. This prevents someone from circumventing the Channel Lock feature. Channels that have been locked will remain locked. To activate the Factory Default feature, and restore the above features to their factory defaults, do the following: 1. Highlight and select FACTORY DEFAULT from the Menu Options screen. The RESTORE? screen will appear (see Figure 79, left). Figure 79 2.
Troubleshooting Troubleshootin Symptom Solution The Stratus 5 does not power ON Blown fuse, or the power cable is not properly connected. Display reads: No Antenna The satellite antenna is not connected to the radio. Display reads: Acquiring Signal No satellite signal is being received. • Check for a bad fuse and check power cable connection • Check the satellite antenna connection to the radio. • Check for obstacles over or around the satellite antenna.
Specifications Satellite Frequencies ........................................................................2322.293/2330.207 MHz Terrestrial Frequencies.........................................................................................2326.250MHz Radio Power Requirements ......................................... 4.9 – 5.6 Volts, Negative Ground, DC Audio Output ....................................................................................700mVrms (+/- 50mVrms) Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) .
SIRIUS ID SIRIUS ID Write down the SIRIUS ID (SID) of your SIRIUS Stratus 5 in the space provided below.
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