Audiovox TERK SIR4 User's Manual
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1. broadcast See Figure 4 17 If you have an access hole and do not want the cable routing through the window vent route the cable through this hole See Figure 5 18 Connector the Right Angle SMB connector to the satellite radio receiver C Lg Figure 6 Cable Connector Rubber Boot Connection SIR4 Truck Satellite Radio Antenna Air Dam Shield Mount Installation NOTE The mounts supplied may not fit on all model year and make truck mirrors If your rig does not have the chrome pipe type mirror bars you will need to use the Air Dam Shield mounting method or flat surface mounting method 1 Insert the Antenna Assembly into the Air Dam Shield Clamp D hole See Figure 7 2 On the bottom side of the Air Dam Shield Clamp D place the 3 4 Ext Tooth Lock Washer on the Antenna Assembly Shaft 3 Now place the 3 4 16 Hex Nut onto the shaft securing the nut with a 3 4 Open End Wrench 4 Using a torque wrench tighten to 10 5ft Ibs 126 in Ibs using the appropriate torque wrench adapter 1 1 8 5 Select the highest location on the truck mirror to mount the satellite radio antenna without obstruction See Figure 7a Place the 3 8 Int Ext Lock Washer onto the U Bracket screw Assemble the U Bracket into the Air Dam Shield Clamp D hole See Figure 7 Place the 3 8 Split Lock Washer onto the U Bracket screw co N Hand Tighten the 3 8 16 Hex Nut onto the U Brac2. OWNER S MANUAL READ gii FIRST C lt FRODO LONG HAUL TRUCK AND RV SATELLITE RADIO ANTENNA Table Of Contents se eet eRe aes ARE EWR QUU dee ee nee eee 2 ignei irene ang seared geben 3 Applications mona mie oan 4 Parts For TERK SIR4 Truck Satellite Radio 5 Recommended TOOS sosog wun aaa 5 Installation Precautions And 6 Installation scena iso os oes PERDU 6 Limited Warranty cca mese menos ini se AAG UO Ped nia age Back Cover About Installation Installation of automotive audio components can reguire extensive experience with a variety of mechanical and electrical procedures Although the instructions in this guide explain how to install the TERK SIR4 Truck Satellite Radio Antenna in a general sense they do not show the exact installation methods for your particular vehicle NOTE Installation of the TERK SIR4 Truck Satellite Radio Antenna may cause mirror vibration and hamper drivers rear view image IMPORTANT If you are not comfortable performing a complex installation ask your local mobile audio dealer about professional installation options SIR4 Truck Satellite Ra
3. d insert them through the four holes in Mirror Clamp A 7 Take Mirror Mount Clamp B and insert them onto the four M6XP1 0 Hex Screws and Mirror Mount Clamp A 8 Now place the four M6 Lock Washers onto the M6XP1 0 Hex Screws 9 Now place the four M6 Washers onto the M6XP1 0 Hex Screws 10 Now use the M6XP1 0 Hex Nuts and hand tighten all four onto the M6XP1 0 Hex Screws 11 Using the torque wrench torque the M6XP1 0 Hex Nuts to 15 in Ibs Figure 4 Mirror Mount Cable Routing Figure 5 Mirror Mount Cable Routing Mirror Mount Installation Continued 12 Take the cable connector 180 degree connector not the Right Angle SMB Connector and hand tighten over the connector on the bottom side of the Antenna Assembly See Figure 6 13 Using the 5 16 open end wrench tighten the cable connector on the Antenna Assembly connector 14 Place the rubber boot over the end of the Antenna Assembly shaft after the cable connector has been tighten See Figure 6 15 The next step is routing the cable from the Antenna Assembly to the satellite radio receiver inside the truck cab Since every truck cab is slightly different this is only a guide line to follow and your cable routing maybe different 16 Route the cable through the vent window of the truck cab Again DO NOT BEND the cable at 90 degree angles as this will break the coax center conductor causing the satellite receiver not to receive the satellite radio
4. dio Antenna Introduction This antenna is designed for long haul trucks that employ single arm Sirius Satellite Radio applications There are several methods of clamping this antenna to the long haul truck Mirror Mounting Air Dam Shield Mounting Flap Mounting to the trucks cab and any flat surface accommodating the U Bracket clamp style mounting Features e Aerodynamic Antenna Assembly Design e 21 feet of RG174 Coax Cable with Right Angle SMB connector e Ground Plane Independent Design e Field Replaceable Sub Assembly Components e Robust Antenna Design to withstand Long Haul Truck Vibration Environments e High Performance meets Sirius Satellite Radio Specifications TERK Applications The TERK SIR4 Truck Satellite Radio Antenna is designed with multiple install options When using the mirror mount bracket it can be installed on the driver side or passenger side rear view mirror of a truck or RV as shown in Figure 1 When using the included U bracket the antenna can be mounted on the truck s air dam shield flap or any flat surface that accommodates the U bracket clamp style mounting Figure 1 The TERK SIR4 Truck Satellite Radio Antenna is shown installed on the horizontal driver s side mirror support of a long haul truck SIR4 Truck Satellite Radio Antenna Packaging Contents The following items are contained within the packaging for the Sirius Truck Antenna 1 1 1 4 4 4 4 Antenna Assembly Mirror Moun
5. er than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state c E For Customer Service Visit Our Website At F t 4 www audiovox com or customer service an Product Information Photos technical information 1 800 290 6650 FAQ s Owner s Manuals TERK and TERK logo are registered trademarks of AUDIOVOX Corp
6. ket screw Using the appropriate torque wrench and adapters 9 16 size hex or open end torque 3 8 hex nut to 12 ft lbs CO Antenna Assembly 3 8 Split Lockwasher Clamp D Figure 7a Mounting Location 3 4 Ext Tooth Lockwasher 3 8 Int Ext 3 4 16 Hex Nut Lockwasher Assembly Figure 7 Air Dam Shield Mounting Air Dam Shield Mount Installation Continued 10 Install antenna to Air Dam Shield of truck See Figure 8 11 Loosen two screws and two hex nuts in U Bracket assembly Note Installation on tubular sur face is NOT recommended Insert Air Dam Shield edge between the U Bracket Assembly and Clamp feet See Figure 9 12 Tighten clamp screws on U Bracket Assembly evenly up against the Air Dam Shield to 15 ft lbs using the appropriate torque wrench and adapters 1 2 size hex or open end wrench IMPORTANT Assure two 5 16 Hex Nuts are not tight at this step 13 Tighten two 5 16 18 Hex Nuts securely up against clamp bracket See Figure 9 14 Using the appropriate torque wrench and adapters 1 2 size hex or open end wrench torque 5 16 18 Hex Nuts to 4 ft lbs 48 in Ibs 15 Loosen the 3 8 16 Hex Nut and pivot antenna until true vertical position is achieved Re torque 3 8 16 Hex Nuts to 12 ft lbs 16 Take the cable connector 180 degree connector NOT the Right Angle SMB Connector and hand tighten over the connector on the bottom side of the An
7. ompany at the address shown below This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise to costs incurred for installation removal or reinstallation of the product damage to speakers accessories or vehicle and home electrical systems malfunction of satellite transmissions repeater signal or receiver unit This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which in the opinion of the Company has suffered or been damaged through alteration improper installation mishandling misuse neglect accident or by removal or defacement of the factory serial number bar code label s THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HERE UNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 48 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WHATSOEVER No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability oth
8. t Clamp A Mirror Mount Clamp B M6XP1 0 Hex Screws M6 Washers 6 Lock Washers M6XP1 0 Hex Nuts 3 4 Ext Tooth Lock Washer 3 4 16 Hex Nut U Bracket Assembly Air Dam Shield Clamp D 3 8 16 Hex Nut 3 8 Split Lock Washer 21 foot RG 174 U Low Loss Coax Cable with R A SMB Connector l u Figure 2 Mirror Mounting 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 FS lI ollm Figure 3 Air Dam Shield or Flap Mounting Recommended Tools Required Note Not all Tools listed are needed see Text Appropriate Open End Wrenches 3 4 3 8 e 10mm 9 16 5 16 Torque Wrench 12 ft lbs 144 in Ibs Capability with appropriate adapters 10mm 1 2 9 16 1 1 8 hex sockets Installation Installation Tips The cable length as supplied is part of the electrical circuit of the antenna DO NOT ALTER THE CABLE LENGTH The cable must not be cut spliced or altered in any manner as satellite receiver reception will be adversely affected Excess cable may be stored where it will not be damaged Care must be taken during installation to avoid nicks cuts or damage to the cable and cable jacket Once damaged the cable cannot be repaired and must be replaced The connector should not be removed for routing purposes It cannot be repaired or replaced once removed in the field If damaged you will need to replace the entire cable assembly To ensure that water does not seep into the connector connecting
9. tenna Assembly See Figure 10 17 Using the 5 16 open end wrench tighten the cable connector on the Antenna Assembly connector 18 Place the rubber boot over the end of the Antenna Assembly shaft after the cable connector has been tighten See Figure 10 19 Route cable into truck cab and connect to satellite receiver Verify you have satellite broadcast Hex nuts are not tightened until note 9 Figure 8 Mounting Location Thickness range _ 125 Hi 750 max d 5 16 18 Clamp Screws 2 5 16 18 Hex Nuts 2 Figure 9 Mounting Location Figure 10 Cable Connector Rubber Boot Connection 10 SIR4 Truck Satellite Radio Antenna 12 Month Limited Warranty AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORPORATION the Company warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part there of under normal use and conditions be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase such defect s will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product at the Company s option without charge for parts and repair labor To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty the product is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage e g dated bill of sale specification of defect s transportation prepaid to an approved warranty station or the C
10. the cable to the Antenna Assembly make sure the rubber boot is tightly secured onto the Antenna Assembly Cable ties may be required depending on the desired installation These items are not included in the packaging Select a mounting location that enables the antenna to have a clear and unobstructed view no impediments blockages below 25 degrees from horizontal The truck cab or truck trailer should not block the view of the antenna To decrease interference from other antennas mounted on the vehicle place this antenna on the Opposite side of the truck from any HAM or CB radios SIR4 Truck Satellite Radio Antenna Mirror Mount Installation NOTE The mounts supplied may not fit on all model year and make truck mirrors If your rig does not have the chrome pipe type mirror bars you will need to use the Air Dam Shield mounting method or flat surface mounting method 1 Insert the Antenna Assembly into the Mirror Mount Clamp hole See Figure 2 on page 5 2 On the bottom side of the Mirror Mount Clamp A place the 3 4 Ext Tooth Lock Washer on the Antenna Assembly Shaft 3 Now place the 3 4 16 Hex Nut onto the shaft securing the nut with a 3 4 Open End Wrench 4 Using a torque wrench tighten to 10 5ft Ibs 126 in Ibs using the appropriate torque wrench adapter 1 1 8 5 Select the highest location on the truck mirror to mount the satellite radio antenna without obstruction 6 Take the four M6XP1 0 Hex Screws an
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