Sirius Satellite Radio SCH2P User's Manual
Contents
1. 1 7 8 27 x 5 93 4 3 cm x 21 cm x 15 05 cm Audio Ea eh eterni obiicit dalle aha d faa ene 2 0v RMS Signalto noise SIN isse PR E RU AC Aa 75dB Antenna Type aec Ud ONERE DR AUR E dod e dg Outdoor Radome Antenna Connector Types saai har arr eb m Saeed Aen bc an F type Female Data Interface sic sso e Rees 8 pin DIN Control Port audio power serial control RS232 DSub9 Female Connector control only Audio Interface rk em hee pacte ab daa RCA type Stereo L R Connectors Optical Link Connector 28 Specifications Copyrights amp Trademarks 2007 Sirius Satellite Radio Inc All Rights Reserved SIRIUS the SIRIUS dog logo channel names and logos are trademarks of Sirius Satellite Radio Inc All Rights Reserved Hardware subscription and activation fee required For full Terms amp Conditions visit http sirius com Prices and programming are subject to change Not available in Hl and AK Equipment and subscription sold separately Installation required with some equipment Copyrights amp Trademarks 29 SIRIUS ID Write down the SIRIUS ID SID of your SIRIUS radio in the space provided below SID 30 1 SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO THE BEST RADIO ON RADIO SIRIUS Customer Service 1 888 539 7474 customercare sirius radio com SIRIUS Satellite2. WARNING AND SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Instructions FCC Warning Equipment Warning Labels PACKAGE CONTENTS CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS Mounting the Tuner x Connecting the AC Power Cord DE Installing the Outdoor Antenna Connecting the Tuner Subscribing to the SIRIUS Service OPERATION 5 SPECIFICATIONS COPYRIGHTS amp TRADEMARKS SIRIUSID en n n n n n n Table of Contents 3 Warning and Safety Information Important Safety Instructions 4 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any of the ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other ap paratus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement
3. 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 NORTH EAST Area 3 You will need a location with a clear view of the sky facing NORTH or NORTH WEST 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 Installation 13 Choose a mounting location for the antenna which has an unobstructed view of 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 will need a more Northeast facing clear view of the sky Figure 6 shows a correct antenna installation for Area 2 with a clear view of the sky in the North to Northeast direction EN No obstructions to the w E sky within the area facing North to Northeast AT Figure 6 1 4 Installation Once you have determined a possible mounting location for your area it is recommended that you put the a
4. Radio Inc 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York NY 10020 1 888 539 7474 http www sirius com SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO THE BEST RADIO ON RADIO SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York NY 10020 800 869 5590 http sirius com SIRIUS SCH2P 091707
5. SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO THE BEST RADIO ON RADIO SCH2P Sirius Satellite Radio Connect Tuner Installation and User Guide Congratulations on the purchase of your new SIRIUS Connect SCH2P Satellite Radio Tuner Your new SCH2P SIRIUS Connect Tuner is designed to work with SIRIUS ready receivers Consult the SIRIUS website at http www sirius com for model compatibility What is Sirius Satellite Radio Over 120 channels of the best entertainment and completely commercial free music for your car home or office Only SIRIUS has more than 65 original music channels from today s hits to R amp B oldies to classical masterpieces From authentic country and real bluegrass to cool jazz hot latin reg gae rock and many more Best of all it s all completely commercial free SIRIUS also has more than 55 channels of world class sports news and entertainment Included as part of your subscription you get up to 16 NFL games a week up to 40 NBA games a week and up to 40 NHL games a week Games are broadcast during their respec tive seasons Coupled with great sports news from ESPN the SIRIUS sports offering is unrivaled And don t forget a host of other great news and entertainment like NPR CNBC Fox News Radio Disney and E Entertainment Radio For more information visit the SIRIUS website at http www sirius com SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO THE BEST RADIO ON RADIO Table of Contents TABLE 5
6. You will need to purchase an optical audio cable separately 8 Pin DIN 2 Center This connection is typically used for SIRIUS Ready receiv ers which can control the tuner using this connection Check the manual which accompanied your receiver to verify that it is SIRIUS Ready If your receiver does not support audio input via the DIN connection you can connect the audio to your receiver by using the L R RCA type audio output jacks or the optical audio output connector You will need to purchase an optical audio cable separately Installation 23 Control Connector Description Switch Position Infrared 3 Right most This connection is typically used in older systems which use an IR blaster to control the SIRIUS tuner Instead of using the IR blaster the IR signal can be hard wired directly into this connection Note that this type of con nection only supports one way control with no metadata feedback available The audio should be connected using either the L R RCA type audio output jacks or the optical audio output connector You will need to purchase an optical audio cable separately Subscribing to the SIRIUS Service Before you can listen to the SIRIUS service you need to subscribe to the Sirius Satellite Radio service Until you subscribe you will only be able to tune to channels O and 184 To subscribe do the following 1 2 Be sure that the tuner is correctly
7. determined a suitable mounting location use the mounting bracket as a tem plate 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 Lll Figure 8 16 Installation Roof Mount When mounting the antenna on the roof of a home or building mount the antenna as close to the peak of the roof as possible Remember to avoid blocking the antenna s view of the sky by locating it where a chimney dormer gable etc may obstruct the sky view Figure 9 The antenna mounting bracket should be oriented in a vertical position as shown in Figure 5 and mounted directly to the soffit or chimney of the building or home using the provided 10 Screws Figure 9 Once you have determined a suitable mounting location use the mounting bracket as a template and mark the mounting area with the location of the four screw holes in the bracket Then using a 3 32 in drill bit drill pilot holes for the screws It may be necessary to fill the holes with a small amount of caulk to insure a watertight installation Screw the bracket to the mounting location using the provided 10 screws Installation 17 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 satelli
8. gure 14 cable Connect the cable from the antenna to the IN port on the Splitter Figure 15 Note that you must use the Splitter Installation 91 mim 1 I 184 C Figure 15 4 Connect the other RG 6 cable you purchased separately to the OUT1 connector of the Splitter and route and connect the cable to the tuner Figure 15 5 Connect the provided terminator to the unused OUT2 connector on the splitter Figure 15 90 installation 1 Connecting the Tuner The tuner can be connected to your audio system using the DIN port on SIRIUS Ready audio devices the RS 232 port or by using the Infrared connector Each of these options are de scribed in the following table The control switch must be set to the correct position 1 2 or 3 Control x Connector Switch Position Description RS 232 1 Left most This connection is typically used by high end multi room audio visual systems Consult the appropriate manuals for your A V system your installer or the manufacturer for information about connecting the SIRIUS tuner to the A N system If your A V system is not able to control the tuner a simple software upgrade may be available from the manufacturer of your A V system which would add the capability The audio should be connected using either the L R RCA type audio output jacks or the optical audio output connector
9. hat 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 in Figure 13 SKY HORIZONTAL LEVEL Adjustment Screw Adjustment Screw Figure 13 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 90 Installation CABLE INSTALLATION Once the antenna is mounted according to the previous instructions you can continue with the cable portion of the installation 1 Using one of the RG 6 cables you purchased separately slide the rubber boot over the cable connection Attach the cable to the antenna and slide the rubber boot over the connection to provide a weatherproof seal 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 Figure 14 Oy Lp 2 Route the remainder of the antenna cable into the home or building to where you are locating the Splitter 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 Fi
10. installed as described in this manual and that the antenna is oriented to receive the SIRIUS signal Turn the tuner on Verify that it is receiving a good signal The tuner must remain on dur ing the entire subscription process The tuners s unique 12 digit SIRIUS ID Number SID is on a label on the underside of the tuner and is also available on the tuners s packaging Write the SID number down in the space provided near the end of this guide Have your credit card handy and contact SIRIUS on the Internet at https activate siriusradio com and follow the prompts to activate your subscription You can also call SIRIUS toll free at 1 888 539 SIRIUS 1 888 539 7474 When you have successfully subscribed to the SIRIUS service and the tuner has been updated with your subscription information you will be able to tune to all the channels You are now ready to begin enjoying SIRIUS Satellite Radio s digital entertainment 24 Installation Operation Consult the owners manual of your SIRIUS Ready receiver for operating instructions You can change channels using the receiver or A V system to which you connected the tuner or by using the tuner s channel change knob Note that while the channel display on the tuner will always show the currently tuned channel number the receiver or A V system connected to the tuner may not properly update its display if the tuner s channel change knob is used to change channels Ope
11. me center or electronics retailer RG 6 cable is typically sold in lengths of 25 50 or 100 ft all with F type connectors on each end Figure 3 shows the two cables you will need to purchase The length of cable 2 cannot exceed 50 ft and the overall length of both cables cannot exceed 150 ft Outdoor Antenna Splitter ES 1 a y DO wg RG 6 Cable pes RG Cable 4 50 MAX Figure 3 Installation 11 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 print ed has a clear 360 degree view of the sky within the cone shaped area as shown in Figure 4 Figure 4 12 Installation 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 map in Figure 5 WEST EAST HORIZON SOUTH Figure 5 Use the above map and find the area you are located in 1 to 5
12. n be sure that you avoid any location where the tuner is exposed to moisture or extreme heat The tuner can be placed on a flat surface or rack mounted using the provided rack mounts If you will be rack mounting the tuner attach the rack mounting hardware to the tuner as shown in Figure 2 If you have purchased two tuners and are rack mounting both tuners at tach the rack mount hardware as shown in Figure 3 m e V ENSE Med SIRIUS IHH 8 e vA 4 y mu s MI d simus f LILY aa Figure 3 10 Installation Connecting the AC Power Cord Connect the AC power cord to the AC power connector at the rear of the tuner and plug it into a wall outlet Refer to Figure 1 on page 8 Installing the Outdoor Antenna Before installing the outdoor antenna read this entire section A successful antenna installation consists of three steps First determining a location for the antenna Second choosing a mounting option and Third adjusting and aiming the antenna Please read the following three sections before beginning the antenna installation so that you understand the entire installation process You will need to purchase two RG 6 cables to complete the installation of the antenna These cables are the same as the cables used for cable TV installations and may be purchased from your local hardware store ho
13. ner Unpack the kit carefully and make sure that everything shown is present If anything is missing or damaged or if the kit fails to operate properly notify your dealer immediately It is recom mended that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to ship your kit in the future o dc O c SIIUS H coc standby ter channel SIRIUS Connect Tuner AC Power Cord Tu ge gem ea Sie DIN Cable Outdoor Antenna Splitter Mounting Outdoor Antenna Screws Terminator Mounting Hardware 6 Package Contents Audio Cable Rack Mounting Hardware Package Contents 7 Controls and Connectors Figure 1 and the table following identify and describe the displays controls and connectors of the SCH2P SIRIUS Connect Tuner TERRESTRIAL STANDBY SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR INDICATOR mm a O c c SIRIUS standby E channel SATELLITE CHANNEL CHANNEL SIGNAL STRENGTH DISPLAY TUNING INDICATOR KNOB LEFT RIGHT AUDIO RS232 INFRARED ON OFF OUTPUT PORT CONNECTOR SWITCH i9 B ANTENNA OPTICAL 8 PIN CONTROL AC POWER AUDIO OUTPUT DIN PORT SWITCH CONNECTOR Figure 1 8 Controls and Connectors Description of Tuner Display Controls and Connectors Display Control Connector Description Standby indicator light is lit when power is connected to the Standb
14. ntenna in place temporarily and connect the antenna to your the tuner and verify that your antenna is receiving a good SIRIUS signal If a good SIRIUS signal is being received 2 or 3 of the signal strength lights will be lit on the front of the tuner either SAT or TER or both 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 method 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 satellite TV dish mast an existing TV antenna mast or other mast or pole not exceeding 2 inches in diameter Wall Mount The antenna mounting bracket should be oriented in a vertical position as shown in Figure 7 and mounted directly to the wall of the building or home using the provided 10 screws MOUNTING HOLES Figure 7 Installation 1 5 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 Figure 8 INCORRECT CORRECT CORRECT VIEW OF THE SKY UNOBSTRUCTED UNOBSTRUCTED IS OBSTRUCTED VIEW OF THE SKY VIEW OF THE SKY BY THE SOFFIT AND GUTTER RIL NL NN V Once you have
15. of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Only use the attachments specified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart stand bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combina tion to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquids Containers filled with liquids such as vases cups soda cans etc should be not placed on the apparatus Warning and Safety Information DISCONNECTING POWER FROM THE DEVICE The AC power cord provided with the device is used to disconnect the power from the device Access to the power cord should remain easily accessible FCC Warning This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expres
16. ration 95 Troubleshooting Symptom Solution Tuner does not power on The AC power cord is not connected or the AC outlet into which it is plugged is not working Check that the AC power cord is connected to the tuner Try plugging the AC power cord into a different outlet The SAT and TER lights on the front panel are flashing The satellite antenna is not connected to the tuner Check the satellite antenna connection to the tuner The SAT and TER lights on the front panel are off No satellite signal is being received Check for obstacles over or around the satellite antenna Change the location of the antenna to eliminate nearby obstacles buildings trees overhangs etc Audio static or loss of clarity Check the cable connections to the SIRIUS Ready receiver or A V system No sound 96 Troubleshooting 1 Can your SIRIUS Ready receiver receive audio via the DIN con nector If not then use the RCA type audio connectors or the optical audio connection Check the cable connections to the SIRIUS Ready receiver or A N system 27 Specifications Operational Frequencies CTI MMC 2322 293 2330 207 MHz d o ORE PEU HA A EENAA M Fe C Re fe Sathana 2326 250MHz Power Requirements ssec a e rh e ERR eR RR REOR 110 Volts AC less than 1A Operation 5 to 40 C 23 to 104 F Dimensions Height x Width x
17. sly approved in this installation and user guide The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules These rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference This equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communications if it is not installed and used in accordance with these instructions However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of more of the following measures Relocate the receiving antenna Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help Equipment Warning Labels This symbol found on apparatus indicates hazards arising from dangerous voltages This symbol found on apparatus indicates the user should read all safety statements found in the user manual This symbol found on apparatus indicates double insula tion Warning To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture Warning and Safety Information 5 Package Contents The following items are included with your purchase of the SCH2P SIRIUS Connect Tu
18. te 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 Figure 10 Figure 10 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 in Figure 11 18 Installation Figure 11 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 Figure 12 Figure 12 Next screw the hex nuts on each leg until they are snug Do not yet tighten the hex nuts be Installation 1 9 yond 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 turn pattern until all the hex nuts are equally tight Tighten the hex nuts enough so that the antenna is secured to the mast or pole but do not overtighten them ADJUSTING AND AIMING THE ANTENNA The pod portion of the antenna where the SIRIUS logo is printed needs to be adjusted and aimed so t
19. y tuner and the On Off Switch is On Sat Satellite signal strength All Off No Signal indicator lights One Light Weak Signal Level 627 Two Lights Good Signal Level Ter Terrestrial signal strength Three Lights Excellent Signal Level indicator lights All Flashing Antenna not detected Channel Displays the currently tuned channel Channel Tuning Knob Used to tune the satellite radio channel Antenna Connects to the satellite antenna L Audio R Left Right RCA type analog audio output connectors Opt Audio Toslink optical digital audio output connector RS232 RS232 interface connector for tuner control 8 PIN 8 PIN DIN interface connector for tuner control and audio output IR Infrared connector Control Switch 1 2 3 Switches control between the RS232 8 PIN DIN or Infrared connector 1 Left most position RS232 2 Center position 8 PIN DIN 3 Right most position Infrared On Off Switch Turns the power to the tuner on and off AC Power Connector Connection for AC power cord Controls and Connectors 9 Installation It is recommended that prior to starting the installation you read this installation section com pletely and then follow the instructions In addition consult the manual of the audio device or A V system to which you will be connecting the tuner to determine the required installation configuration Mounting the Tuner When considering a mounting locatio
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search