Sirius Satellite Radio SR-101C User's Manual
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1. EXISTING RG 6 CABLE Multiswitch B E gp Step 8 Step 9 Combiner Splitter m Dro DD n Sq Sa 9 hi TTL TPMT ttt it i sil Sia Step 10 Step 7 6 Disconnect the existing cable run from the satellite TV receiver tuner and connect this end of the cable to the COMBINED IN port on the Splitter SR2251 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Splitter port identification 7 Connect another of the RG 6 cables you purchased between the satellite TV receiver tuner and the DBS TV port on the Splitter SR2251 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Splitter port identification 8 Connect another of RG 6 cables you purchased between the SIRIUS OUT port on the Splitter SR2251 and the F connector end of the supplied RG 174 Adapter cable as shown Refer to page 5 for the Splitter port identifica tion 9 Connect the other end of the RG 174 Adapter Cable to the ANT connection on your SIRIUS radio as shown 10 Verify that the satellite TV receiver tuner is plugged into a working AC out let Next connect the provided AC Power Adapter to the POWER IN port of the Splitter SR2251 and plug it into a working AC outlet The installation is now complete Troubleshooting SIRIUS radio displays Antenna Error or Check Antenna me2. E agus H 4 puc EXISTING cA __ Ea Cenere lp G6 CABLE n ti Exe i EXISTING J M b RG 6 CABLE _ CI Multiswitch 4 Disconnect the cable from the satellite dish LNB and connect it to the COMBINED OUT port on the Combiner SR2261 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Combiner port identification 5 Using one of the RG 6 cables which you purchased connect it between the satellite dish LNB and the DBS IN port on the Combiner SR2261 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Combiner port identification Combiner Splitte mmc a S umm ERR RU RU RU RR UR S S n Es M b Step 7 15 T Step 10 Multiswitch 6 Disconnect the existing cable run from the multiswitch and connect this end of the cable to the COMBINED IN port on the Splitter SR2251 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Splitter port identification 7 Connect another of the RG 6 cables you purchased between the multi switch and the DBS TV port on the Splitter SR2251 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Splitter port identification 8 Connect another of RG 6 cables you purchased between the SIRIUS OUT port on the Splitter SR2251 and the F connector end of t
3. COMMON EXISTING RG 6 CABLING The following tables provide maximum overall cable runs and suggested maxi mum cable lengths Maximum lengths for the overall cable runs must be ob served The actual cable runs in your installation may be less than the maximum lengths shown Overall Cable Run Maximum Length SIRIUS Cable No 1 Common Cable No 5 250 feet Typical Satellite TV Cable No 2 Common 200 feet Cable No 3 Satellite TV Select Dish Network using Legacy Receiver Tuner with DishPro Adapter 100 Feet Cable No 2 Common Cable No 3 Suggested Cable No Cable Description Maximum Length SIRIUS Antenna to Combiner 50 feet Existing Cable Satellite TV LNB to Combiner 2 This cable is not present if the Multiswitch is inte 10 feet grated into the satellite TV satellite dish Multiswitch to Combiner 15 feet Existing Cable Combiner to Splitter 150 feet siia Cable Splitter to Satellite TV Receiver 25 feet Splitter to SIRIUS RG 174 Adapter Cable 50 feet After Multiswitch Configuration Multiswitch Inside the Home When the multiswitch is located inside the home a cable from the SIRIUS anten na needs to be installed and run to the vicinity of the multiswitch inside the home There the SIRIUS signal and satellite TV signal from the output of the multiswitch are combined on one common cable The combined signal is carried all the way into the room where the SIR
4. Common Cable No 5 250 feet Typical Satellite TV Cable No 2 Common 200 feet Cable 3 Satellite TV Select Dish Network using Legacy Receiver Tuner with DishPro Adapter 100 Feet Cable No 2 Common Cable No 3 Suggested Cable No Cable Description Maximum Length Multiswitch to Combiner Installation Procedures This installation section is broken into several sections The first section de scribes how to install the SIRIUS antenna and is the same for all configurations After installing the antenna follow the Combiner Splitter installation procedure section for your particular configuration SIRIUS Antenna Installation Procedure A successful antenna installation consists of four steps First assembling the antenna Second determining a location for the antenna Third choosing a mounting option and Fourth adjusting and aiming the antenna Please read the following four sections before beginning the antenna installation so that you understand the entire installation process 1 Assembling the Antenna The antenna arm should be temporarily adjusted to be at a 45 degree angle rela tive to the antenna pod To adjust the position of the arm refer to the following figure and loosen screw A until the arm can be moved Adjust the arm so that it s at a 45 degree angle and then tighten screw A ARM ex q 1 Loosen Screw 2 Move arm to 45 degrees 3 Tighten Screw Next the a
5. in drill bit drill pilot holes for the screws It may be necessary to fill the holes with a small amount of roof cement or caulk to insure a watertight installation Screw the bracket to the mounting surface using the provided 10 screws Mast Mount The outdoor antenna can be mounted on most any mast or pole which does not exceed 2 inches in diameter using the provided U bolts and mounting brackets If you have a satellite TV dish the outdoor antenna may be mounted on the same mast as the satellite dish but remember that the dish cannot obstruct the antenna s view of the sky in the direction which you determined from the map in the previous section To mount the antenna to the mast you will need to use the two provided U bolts the two mounting brackets and the four hex nuts Keep in mind that the antenna cable is routed under the lower U bolt in the slot provided in the antenna base as shown Slide one of the U bolts through the holes at the top of the mounting bracket Then slide one of the mounting brackets over the two legs of the U bolt Next screw the hex nuts on each leg until they are snug Do not yet tighten the hex nuts beyond finger tight Repeat this procedure with the other U bolt When all the hex nuts are snug verify that the antenna is facing the correct direction and begin tightening each hex nut with a 3 8 wrench Turn each hex nut one half turn and then move to the next hex nut repeating this one half t
6. in the common cable run between the Combiner and Splitter If a DishPro adapter is needed it must be installed after the Splitter as shown WITHOUT DISHPRO ADAPTER WITH DISHPRO ADAPTER comBinER COMBINER MULTISWITCH MULTISWITCH H H Li Li Li Li 1 Li H H COMMON __ COMMON __ CABLE RUN CABLE RUN 8 H H Li Li Li Li Li Li Li Li RD SPLITTE ZE C SIRIUS CRE n RECEIVE RECVR TUNERs RECVR TUNERs SIRIUS RECEIVE 900000 Materials Required In order to install the SIRIUS antenna and the Combiner and Splitter you will need to purchase several lengths of RG 6 cables to complete your installation The length of the cables needed is dependent upon your particular configuration RG 6 cable is typically sold in lengths of 10 25 or 50 ft with F type connec tors on each end These cables may be purchased at your local hardware store home center or electronics retailer The cables which must be purchased are depicted in the following illustration as solid black and are numbered while existing cables are shown as gray EXISTING CABLE Multiswitch 3 RG 6 RG 174 5 RG 6 Adapter Cable Splitter IST HH EXISTING CABLE EVE ano Combiner
7. integrated in the satellite dish or externally mounted the SIRIUS signal and satellite TV signal from the output of the multiswitch are combined on one common cable The combined signal is carried from the roof all the way into the room inside the home where the SIRIUS radio and satellite TV receiver tuner are located where the signals are then split and connected to each device The benefit of the SIRIUS Combiner Splitter in this scenario is avoiding having to run an additional cable for the SIRIUS radio from the roof all the way into a room in the interior of the home When installing the Combiner and Splitter after the multiswitch you will have to determine which satellite TV cable from the multiswitch feeds the room where you want to locate your SIRIUS radio The following illustration shows the installation of the Combiner Splitter after the multiswitch on the roof SATELLITE DISH MULTISWITCH OUTDOOR ANTENNA COMMON CABLE RUN SPLITTER SATELLITE RADIO The next diagram shows the same configuration as the previous illustration You can see that one output of the multiswitch is connected to the input of the Combiner and that there are no devices such a splitter or DishPro adapter
8. receiver tuner and connect this end of the cable to the COMBINED IN port on the Splitter SR2251 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Splitter port identification 7 Connect another of the RG 6 cables you purchased between the satellite TV receiver tuner and the DBS TV port on the Splitter SR2251 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Splitter port identification 8 Connect another of RG 6 cables you purchased between the SIRIUS OUT port on the Splitter SR2251 and the F connector end of the supplied RG 174 Adapter cable as shown Refer to page 5 for the Splitter port identifica tion 9 Connect the other end of the RG 174 Adapter Cable to the ANT connection on your SIRIUS radio as shown 10 Verify that the satellite TV receiver tuner is plugged into a working AC out let Next connect the provided AC Power Adapter to the POWER IN port of the Splitter SR2251 and plug it into a working AC outlet The installation is now complete After Multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure Multiswitch Inside Home Once the antenna has been mounted according to the previous instructions you can continue with the installation of the Combiner and Splitter 1 Be sure that the satellite TV receiver tuner is plugged into an AC outlet 2 Take the RG 6 cable which you purchased to connect to the SIRIUS anten na and thread one end of the cable through the opening in the end of the rubber boot Then connect the cable to the antenna pod as sho
9. the sky within the cone shaped area shown in the following illustration A No obstructions to the sky within this area If you cannot obtain a clear 360 degree view of the sky then you must at least have a clear view of the sky in the direction of the SIRIUS satellites as shown in the following map diagram WEST HORIZON Use the above map and find the area you are located in 1 to 5 Then find the direction in which you need to have a clear view of the sky Area 1 You will need a location with a clear view of the sky facing EAST or NORTHEAST or SOUTHEAST Area 2 You will need a location with a clear view of the sky facing NORTH or NORTHEAST Area 3 You will need a location with a clear view of the sky facing NORTH or NORTHWEST Area 4 You will need a location with a clear view of the sky facing WEST or NORTHWEST or SOUTHWEST Area 5 You will need a clear view of the sky facing STRAIGHT UP Choose a mounting location for the antenna which has an unobstructed view of 22 Home Signal Distribution Kit Installation Guide the sky in the direction for your area For example suppose you live in Area 2 You determined that your antenna will need to have a clear view of the sky facing North or Northeast The exact direction is determined by your specific location in Area 2 relative to the X on the map If you live in Texas you will need a more North facing clear view of the sky whereas if you live in southern California you wi
10. upon your particular configuration RG 6 cable is typically sold in lengths of 10 25 or 50 ft with F type connec tors on each end These cables may be purchased at your local hardware store home center or electronics retailer The cables which must be purchased are depicted in the following illustration as solid black and are numbered while existing cables are shown as gray 2 RG 6 RG 174 5 RG 6 Adapter Cable Combiner Splitter E a ET mmis o yu t S 3 RG 6 EC Multiswitch COMMON EXISTING RG 6 CABLING The following tables provide maximum overall cable runs and suggested maxi mum cable lengths Maximum lengths for the overall cable runs must be ob served The actual cable runs in your installation may be less than the maximum lengths shown Overall Cable Run Maximum Length SIRIUS Cable No 1 Common Cable No 5 250 feet Typical Satellite TV Cable No 2 Common 200 feet Cable No 3 Satellite TV Select Dish Network using Legacy Receiver Tuner with DishPro Adapter 100 Feet Cable No 2 Common Cable No 3 Suggested Cable No Cable Description Maximum Length After Multiswitch Configuration Multiswitch on the Roof When the multiswitch is located on the roof either
11. E LI LI DERIT C 2 usos C SIRIUS B Cy SIRIUS E RECEIVER E RECEIVER e ol RECVR TUNERs RECVR TUNERs Materials Required In order to install the SIRIUS antenna and the Combiner and Splitter you will need to purchase several lengths of RG 6 cables to complete your installation The length of the cables needed is dependent upon your particular configuration RG 6 cable is typically sold in lengths of 10 25 or 50 ft with F type connec tors on each end These cables may be purchased at your local hardware store home center or electronics retailer The cables which must be purchased are depicted in the following illustration as solid black and are numbered while existing cables are shown as gray DRG 6 2 EXISTING CABLE Multiswitch RG 174 s 5 RG 6 Adapter Cable m Splitter Es IL RG 6 Combiner a f E S jc ME SL NEN RR CO COMMON MMC RG 6 CABLING The following tables provide maximum overall cable runs and suggested maxi mum cable lengths Maximum lengths for the overall cable runs must be ob served The actual cable runs in your installation may be less than the maximum lengths shown Overall Cable Run Maximum Length SIRIUS Cable No 1
12. IUS radio and satellite TV receiver tuner are located where the signals are then split and connected to each device The benefit of the SIRIUS Combiner Splitter in this scenario is avoiding having to run an additional cable for the SIRIUS radio through the interior of the home When installing the Combiner and Splitter after the multiswitch you will have to determine which satellite TV cable from the multiswitch feeds the room where you want to locate your SIRIUS radio The following illustration shows the installation of the Combiner Splitter after the multiswitch inside the home MULTISWITCH INSIDE HOME SATELLITE DISH OUTDOOR ANTENNA SATELLITE RADIO MULTISWITCH COMMON CABLE RUN COMBINER SPLITTER The next diagram shows the same configuration as the previous illustration You can see that one output of the multiswitch is connected to the input of the Combiner and that there are no devices such a splitter or DishPro adapter in the common cable run between the Combiner and Splitter If a DishPro adapter is needed it must be installed after the Splitter as shown WITHOUT DISHPRO ADAPTER WITH DISHPRO ADAPTER comBinER comBinEr 7 MULTISWITCH COMMON i COMMON 4 CABLE RUNT E CABLE RUNT
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14. SIRIUS 4 SATELLITE RADIO THE BEST RADIO ON RADIO Home Signal Distribution Kit for Satellite TV Plus SIRIUS For Use With a Single SIRIUS Radio Installation Guide Thank you for purchasing the Home Signal Distribution Kit for Satellite TV Plus SIRIUS The Home Signal Distribution Kit for Satellite TV Plus SIRIUS allows you to com bine your Dish Network or DIRECTV signal with the SIRIUS signal into one RG 6 cable avoiding the necessity of installing a separate cable from the SIRIUS antenna to the SIRIUS radio Instead both the satellite TV signal and SIRIUS signal are combined together outdoors near the satellite TV dish Inside the home at a convenient location the combined signal is split back into two separate signals The SIRIUS outdoor antenna is a high performance antenna specifically de signed to receive signals from the SIRIUS satellites and terrestrial ground trans mitters when mounted outdoors on a home or other building wall pole or roof The antenna has been approved by Sirius Satellite Radio to receive the SIRIUS signal under a variety of conditions within the SIRIUS North American coverage area Installation of the Combiner and Splitter requires experience in mechanical and electrical procedures Review this installation manual before beginning the installation process If you are not comfortable or experienced with the installation procedures SIRIUS recommends that you have a professional install the ki
15. ain the various configurations Simple Configuration Your satellite TV system has a single LNB and no multiswitch page 7 Before Multiswitch Configuration Your satellite TV system uses a multiswitch and the Combiner Splitter will be installed before the multi switch page 10 After Multiswitch Configuration Multiswitch Located on the Roof Your satellite TV system uses a multiswitch which is located on the roof of the house either integrated into the dish or external and the Com biner Splitter will be installed after the multiswitch page 13 After Multiswitch Configuration Multiswitch Located Indoors Your satellite TV system uses a multiswitch which is located inside the house and the Combiner Splitter will be installed after the multiswitch page 17 Read through the following section that pertains to your configuration before beginning installation Simple Configuration Single LNB No Multiswitch A simple configuration without a multiswitch might look like the following illustra tion The SIRIUS signal and the satellite TV signal are combined into one and use the existing satellite TV cable run from the roof all the way into the room in side the home where the SIRIUS radio and satellite TV receiver are located The signals are then split and connected to each device The benefit of the SIRIUS Combiner Splitter in this scenario is avoiding having to run an additional cable for the SIRIUS radio from the roo
16. cable 977 5 3 Connect one of the RG 6 cables you purchased from the SIRIUS antenna to the SIRIUS RADIO port on the Combiner SR2261 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Combiner port identification I EXISTING RG 6 CABLE n NOTE Not present if multiswitch is integrated into the satellite dish Step 3 pus ni Multiswitch NOTE Multiswitch may be integrated into the satellite dish E Step 5 gun Step 4 amp aic EXISTING DI LE RG 6 CABLE cfffES i eee f6 l6lh0 _ iii 2 2000 eS 4 Disconnect the cable from the multiswitch and connect it to the COMBINED OUT port on the Combiner SR2261 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Combiner port identification 5 Using one of the RG 6 cables which you purchased connect it between the multiswitch and the DBS IN port on the Combiner SR2261 as shown Re fer to page 5 for the Combiner port identification M Multiswitch Step 6 Step 8 Combiner Splitter Sa i CTT Tit oe aS co 6 Disconnect the existing cable run from the satellite TV
17. f After Multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure Multiswitch Inside Home TROUBLESHOOTING ANTENNA SPECIFICATIONS COPYRIGHTS amp TRADEMARKS DONO VU Ud 5 34 36 36 36 Box Contents Open the box and verify that all the items shown below are included with the kit If any items are missing please contact your dealer or retailer immediately Keep your purchase receipt and the packaging materials should you need to return or ship the kit A Outdoor Antenna B Antenna Base C Combiner SR2261 D Splitter SR2251 E AC Power Adapter F Rubber Cable Boot G RG 174 Adapter Cable H U Bolts 2 I Mounting Brackets 2 J Hex Lock Nuts 4 K 10 Screws 8 L Cable Tie Tools Required A phillips type screwdriver and a 3 8 in wrench is needed for installation De pending upon the type of installation a power drill with a 3 32 in drill bit may also be required Caution and Warnings WARNING Be sure not to cut damage or puncture the external jacket of the cables during the installation procedure Damage to the cables can cause the SIRIUS or Satellite TV signal to be degraded or unavailable and can also cause water to intrude into the cable causing the cable to fail Combiner and Splitter Port Identification For a successful installation the various cables used in the installation process described later in this manual must be connected to the correct ports on the Combiner and Sp
18. f all the way into a room in the interior of the home SATELLITE OUTDOOR ANTENNA SATELLITE DISH SATELLITE RADIO gt COMBINER common 7 CABLE RUN Por Ut LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI LI SPLITTER The next diagram shows the same configuration Note that in the common cable run between the Combiner and Splitter there are no devices such a splitter or DishPro Adapter If a DishPro adapter is needed it must be installed after the Splitter as shown WITHOUT DISHPRO ADAPTER WITH DISHPRO ADAPTER JCOMBINER cOMBINER e a LI LI Li Li Li i 1 _ COMMON 1 COMMON 1 CABLE RUN 1 CABLE RUN i Li Li i SPLITTER SPLITTER 7 SIRIUS SIRIUS RECEIVER 250000065 20000 Materials Required In order to install the SIRIUS antenna and the Combiner and Splitter you will need to purchase several lengths of RG 6 cables to complete your installation The length of the cables needed is dependent upon your particular configuration RG 6 cable is typically sold in lengths of 10 25 or 50 ft
19. gnal is then carried from the roof to the multiswitch where the signal is split back into separate signals before the multiswitch The benefit of the SIRIUS Combiner Splitter in this installation is avoiding having to run an additional cable for the SIRIUS radio from the roof to the interior of the home The following illustration shows the installation of the Combiner Splitter before the multiswitch SATELLITE DISH OUTDOOR ANTENNA SATELLITE RADIO Adapter Gable COMBINER 22900600000 Xe COMMON CABLE RUN SPLITTER MULTISWITCH The next diagram shows the same configuration Note that in the common cable run between the Combiner and Splitter there are no devices such a splitter or DishPro Adapter WITHOUT DISHPRO ADAPTER WITH DISHPRO ADAPTER COMMON CABLE RUN COMBINER i COMMON CABLE RUNT MULTISWITCH MULTISWITCH 00000 eseas RECVR TUNERs SIRIUS RECEIVER SIRIUS RECEIVER Materials Required In order to install the SIRIUS antenna and the Combiner and Splitter you will need to purchase several lengths of RG 6 cables to complete your installation The length of the cables needed is dependent
20. h the installation of the Combiner and Splitter 1 Be sure that the satellite TV receiver tuner is plugged into an AC outlet 2 Take the RG 6 cable which you purchased to connect to the SIRIUS anten na and thread one end of the cable through the opening in the end of the rubber boot Then connect the cable to the antenna pod as shown in the illustration following Slide the rubber boot over the cable connection to pro vide a weather proof seal and install the cable tie around the cable directly below the rubber boot to prevent the rubber boot from slipping down Trim off the excess cable tie Route the remainder of the antenna cable to where you are locating the Combiner When routing the antenna cable be careful not to pinch squash kink or crimp the cable or cut damage or puncture the external jacket of the antenna cable 3 Connect one of the RG 6 cables you purchased from the SIRIUS antenna to the SIRIUS RADIO port on the Combiner SR2261 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Combiner port identification n ct TS lt A n et EXISTING RG 6 CABLE LI Combiner LIL gt K ETT 4 Disconnect the cable from the satellite dish LNB and connect it to the COMBINED OUT port on the Combiner SR2261 as shown Refer to
21. he supplied RG 174 Adapter cable as shown Refer to page 5 for the Splitter port identifica tion 9 Connect the other end of the RG 174 Adapter Cable to the ANT connection on your SIRIUS radio as shown 10 Verify that the satellite TV receiver tuner is plugged into a working AC out let Next connect the provided AC Power Adapter to the POWER IN port of the Splitter SR2251 and plug it into a working AC outlet The installation is now complete After Multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure Multiswitch on Roof Once the antenna has been mounted according to the previous instructions you can continue with the installation of the Combiner and Splitter 1 Be sure that the satellite TV receiver tuner is plugged into an AC outlet 2 Take the RG 6 cable which you purchased to connect to the SIRIUS anten na and thread one end of the cable through the opening in the end of the rubber boot Then connect the cable to the antenna pod as shown in the illustration following Slide the rubber boot over the cable connection to pro vide a weather proof seal and install the cable tie around the cable directly below the rubber boot to prevent the rubber boot from slipping down Trim off the excess cable tie Route the remainder of the antenna cable to where you are locating the Combiner When routing the antenna cable be careful not to pinch squash kink or crimp the cable or cut damage or puncture the external jacket of the antenna
22. home using the pro vided 10 screws MOUNTING HOLES Remember to avoid blocking the antenna s view of the sky as described in the previous section by locating the antenna too high under the eaves or soffit of the home or building INCORRECT CORRECT CORRECT UNOBSTRUCTED UNOBSTRUCTED OBSTRUCTED VIEW OF THE SKY VIEW OF THE SKY NANO 74 you have determined suitable mounting location use the mounting bracket as a template and mark the wall with the location of the four screw holes in the bracket Then using a 3 32 in drill bit drill pilot holes in the wall for the screws and then screw the bracket to the wall Roof Mount When mounting the antenna on the roof of a home or building mount the anten na as close as possible to the peak of the roof It can be mounted on the chimney or on the soffit of the home or building Do not mount it directly on the roof sur face to avoid leaks Remember to avoid blocking the antenna s view of the sky by locating it where a chimney dormer gable etc may obstruct the view of the sky MOUNTING HOLES The antenna mounting bracket should be oriented in a vertical position as shown and mounted directly to the building or home using the provided 10 screws Once you have determined a suitable mounting location use the mounting bracket as a template and mark the mounting surface with the location of the four screw holes in the mounting bracket Then using a 3 32
23. litter The following illustration identifies the ports on each de vice This diagram should be used for reference during installation COMBINED OUT COMBINED IN C 6 IN SIRIUS IN POWER DBS SIRIUS IN OUT OUT SIRIUS Satellite TV SIRIUS Satellite TV Combiner Splitter Installation Considerations Multiswitches Signal Splitters DishPro Adapters If your satellite TV system is using multiswitches signal splitters DishPro adapt ers DISH Network or other device all these devices will prevent the SIRIUS signal from passing through them therefore the SIRIUS signal cannot be com bined with the satellite TV signal when passing through these devices Instead the SIRIUS signal and satellite TV signal have to be both combined and split either before or after these devices Stated in the simplest terms between the Combiner and the Splitter there can only be an uninterrupted length of RG 6 cable as shown in the following illustra tion CORRECT INCORRECT ii ICOMBINER comsinER 4 coMBiNER ES ES SPLITTER a EE SPLITTER SPLITTER E E SPLITTER eme ES Installation Overview Depending upon your particular configuration you may decide to combine the satellite TV and SIRIUS signals on the roof near the satellite TV dish or if a multiswitch is present to combine the signals before or after the multiswitch The following sections expl
24. ll need a more Northeast fac ing clear view of the sky The following illustration shows a correct antenna installation for Area 2 with a clear view of the sky in the North to Northeast direction N No obstructions to the w E sky within the area facing North to Northeast A N Once you have determined a possible mounting location for your area it is recommended that you put the antenna in place temporarily and connect the antenna to your SIRIUS radio as shown in the following illustration Using the An tenna Aiming or Signal Indicator feature of your radio verify that your antenna is receiving a good SIRIUS signal Consult the user guide of the radio for specific instructions RG 174 RG 6 Adapter Cable 3 Antenna Mounting Options There are three possible mounting options for the outdoor antenna and the antenna mounting location you have chosen may determine which mounting methods you can use Wall Mount Mounting the antenna directly on the side of a home or building Roof Mount Mounting the antenna on the roof of a home or building Mast Mount Mounting the antenna on a mast or pole such as an existing satel lite TV dish mast an existing TV antenna mast or other mast or pole not ex ceeding 2 inches in diameter Wall Mount The antenna mounting bracket should be oriented in a vertical position as shown and mounted directly to the wall of the building or
25. ntenna arm with the pod needs to be attached to the antenna base Refer to the following figure and attach the antenna arm to the antenna base 1 Use a phillips screwdriver to remove the screw B from the antenna arm 2 The mounting bracket C on the antenna base has two sides Before you slide the antenna arm over the mounting bracket C be sure the antenna arm and antenna base are in the correct orientation as shown 3 When correctly oriented slide the antenna arm over the mounting bracket C on the antenna base and align the screw holes in the mounting bracket with the screw hole in the antenna arm 4 When the screw hole is aligned re insert screw B and snug it until it is tight Remove Screw Verify the correct orientation of the antenna arm and antenna base Slide the antenna arm over the antenna base mounting bracket Align the Re insert screw screw hole and tighten 2 Determining a Location for the Antenna For correct operation and best reception of the SIRIUS signal it is important that the outdoor antenna is located in a place where it will have a clear view of the SIRIUS satellites in the sky Obstructions such as bushes trees other homes or buildings overhangs soffits chimneys gables dormers etc will impair or prevent the antenna from receiving a signal The best reception is obtained if the pod portion of the antenna where the SIRIUS logo is printed has a clear 360 degree view of
26. page 5 for the Combiner port identification 5 Using another of the RG 6 cables which you purchased connect it between the satellite dish LNB and the DBS IN port on the Combiner SR2261 as shown Refer to page 3 for the Combiner port identification m Combiner Splitter Oa mi 7 Sa 5 E anm E T Co 6 Disconnect the existing cable run from the satellite TV receiver tuner in the room where the SIRIUS radio will be located Connect this end of the cable to the COMBINED IN port on the Splitter SR2251 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Splitter port identification 7 Connect another of the RG 6 cables you purchased between your satellite TV receiver tuner and the DBS TV port on the Splitter SR2251 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Splitter port identification 8 Connect another of RG 6 cables you purchased between the SIRIUS OUT port on the Splitter SR2251 and the F connector end of the supplied RG 174 Adapter cable as shown Refer to page 5 for the Splitter port identifica tion 9 Connect the other end of the RG 174 Adapter Cable to the ANT connection on your SIRIUS radio as shown 10 Verify that the satellite TV receiver tuner is plugged into a working AC out let Next connect the provided AC Power Adapter to the POWER IN por
27. ssage Check the antenna cable connections to be sure they are connected tightly SIRIUS radio displays No Signal or Acquiring Signal message The radio is not receiving a good SIRIUS signal Check that the antenna has a clear view of the sky and that the antenna is pointed in the direction of the SIRIUS satellites See the section titled Antenna Installation Antenna Specifications Electrical Specifications EFEQUENGY ao ia 2320 to 2332 5 MHz LNA Current Drain 160 mA maximum Mechanical Specifications Radome 95 8 inches A A A A E AES Antenna Connector inana a Ea a aE F type female Weight me E 1 75 Ibs Temperature Range perte Lea ia 40 C to 85 C Copyrights amp Trademarks 2007 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc SIRIUS and the SIRIUS Dog Logo are registered trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc DISH Network and the Dish Pro and Dish Pro Plus logos are registered trademarks of EchoStar Satellite L L C DIRECTV is a registered trademark of DIRECTV Inc Notes Home Signal Distribution Kit Installation Guide Notes Home Signal Distribution Kit Installation Guide Notes Home Signal Distribution Kit Installation Guide SIRIUS 4 SATELLITE RADIO THE BEST RADIO ON RADIO SIRIUS Satellite Radio 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York
28. t and wiring for you The antenna should be mounted according to the instructions in this manual to ensure the best quality reception of the SIRIUS signal All necessary mounting hardware for a variety of mounting options is included with this kit In this installation guide Direct Broadcast System is abbreviated as DBS and refers to the satellite TV system either Dish Network or DIRECTV For the latest information about this and other SIRIUS products please visit http www sirius com Table of Contents BOX CONTENTS TOOLS REQUIRED CAUTION AND WARNINGS COMBINER AND SPLITTER PORT IDENTIFICATION INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS Multiswitches Signal Splitters DishPro Adapters INSTALLATION OVERVIE W Simple Configuration Single LNB No Multiswitch Materials Required Before Multiswitch Configuration Materials Required i After Multiswitch Configuration Multiswitoh on the Roof Materials Required a After Multiswitch Configuration Multiswitch inside the Home Materials Required INSTALLATION PROCEDURES SIRIUS Antenna Installation Procedure 1 Assembling the Antenna 2 Determining a Location for the Antenna 3 Antenna Mounting Wall Mount Roof Mount Mast Mount 4 Adjusting and Aiming the Antenna Simple Configuration Installation Procedure Single LNB No Multiswitch Before Multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure After Multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure Multiswitch on Roo
29. t of the Splitter SR2251 and plug it into a working AC outlet The installation is now complete Before Multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure Once the antenna has been mounted according to the previous instructions you can continue with the installation of the Combiner and Splitter 1 Be sure that the satellite TV receiver tuner is plugged into an AC outlet 2 Take the RG 6 cable which you purchased to connect to the SIRIUS anten na and thread one end of the cable through the opening in the end of the rubber boot Then connect the cable to the antenna pod as shown in the illustration following Slide the rubber boot over the cable connection to pro vide a weather proof seal and install the cable tie around the cable directly below the rubber boot to prevent the rubber boot from slipping down Trim off the excess cable tie Route the remainder of the antenna cable to where you are locating the Combiner When routing the antenna cable be careful not to pinch squash kink or crimp the cable or cut damage or puncture the external jacket of the antenna cable ema MT 3 Connect one of the RG 6 cables you purchased from the SIRIUS antenna to the SIRIUS RADIO port on the Combiner SR2261 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Combiner port identification Neon LO o gt n w d
30. urn pattern until all the hex nuts are equally tight Tighten the hex nuts enough so that the anten na is secured to the mast or pole but do not overtighten them 4 Adjusting and Aiming the Antenna The pod portion of the antenna where the SIRIUS logo is printed needs to be adjusted and aimed so that it is level and horizontal to the sky There are two possible adjustments that may be made on the antenna to accomplish this tilting the antenna pod itself 1 and adjusting the antenna support arm 2 as shown SKY HORIZONTAL LEVEL Adjustment Screw Adjustment Screw Slightly loosen the adjustment screws and position the antenna so that the top of the antenna pod is level with the top of the pod horizontal to the sky as shown When the antenna is adjusted correctly tighten the adjustment screws but be careful not to overtighten them Continue with the installation procedure for your particular configuration Simple Configuration Installation Procedure Single LNB No Multi switch on page 28 Before Multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure on page 30 After Multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure Multiswitch on Roof on page 32 After Multiswitch Configuration Installation Procedure Multiswitch Inside Home on page 34 Simple Configuration Installation Procedure Single LNB No Multiswitch Once the antenna has been mounted according to the previous instructions you can continue wit
31. with F type connec tors on each end These cables may be purchased at your local hardware store home center or electronics retailer The cables which must be purchased are depicted in the following illustration as solid black and are numbered while existing cables are shown as gray a 2 RG 6 RG 174 4 RG 6 Adapter Cable Vo Splitter TT _ lt d Combiner a J TT si el 2 C 3 RG 6 I d COMMON EXISTING RG 6 CABLING The following tables provide maximum overall cable runs and suggested maxi mum cable lengths Maximum lengths for the overall cable runs must be ob served The actual cable runs in your installation may be less than the maximum lengths shown Overall Cable Run Maximum Length SIRIUS Cable No 1 Common Cable No 4 250 feet Typical Satellite TV Cable No 2 Common 200 feet Cable No 3 Satellite TV Select Dish Network using Legacy Receiver Tuner with DishPro Adapter 100 Feet Cable No 2 Common Cable No 3 Suggested Cable No Cable Description Maximum Length Before Multiswitch Configuration This configuration is only used when the multiswitch is not located on the roof In this configuration the SIRIUS signal and the satellite TV signal are combined on one common cable on the roof The combined si
32. wn in the illustration following Slide the rubber boot over the cable connection to pro vide a weather proof seal and install the cable tie around the cable directly below the rubber boot to prevent the rubber boot from slipping down Trim off the excess cable tie Route the remainder of the antenna cable to where you are locating the Combiner When routing the antenna cable be careful not to pinch squash kink or crimp the cable or cut damage or puncture the external jacket of the antenna cable 977 5 3 Connect one of the RG 6 cables you purchased from the SIRIUS antenna to the SIRIUS RADIO port on the Combiner SR2261 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Combiner port identification EXISTING Step 3 RG 6 CABLE H Multiswitch M zE Step 5 el Step 4 ii pui EXISTING A mm ND RG 6 CABLE a e 4 Disconnect the cable from the multiswitch and connect it to the COMBINED OUT port on the Combiner SR2261 as shown Refer to page 5 for the Combiner port identification 5 Using one of the RG 6 cables which you purchased connect it between the multiswitch and the DBS IN port on the Combiner SR2261 as shown Re fer to page 5 for the Combiner port identification
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