Delphi SA10101 - XM SKYFi 2 Radio Tuner, Installation Manual

Page 1: ...y 17 Warning This manual and the SKYFi2 Satellite Radio Receiver User Guide contain important safety and operating information Please read and follow the instructions in these manuals Failure to do so could result in personal injury death and or damage to your SKYFi2 Receiver accessories and or to your vehicle or other property SKYFi2 install guide layout 6 20 06 4 47 PM Page 2 ...

Page 2: ... Vehicle Adapter Kit components Your kit also includes Extra adhesive pad Surface preparation cleaning kit Alcohol prep pad Cable wrap Adhesive backed Velcro pads SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit SA10102 Setup Your Delphi XM SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit contains the following components Nokia style button mount converter SKYFi2 install guide layout 6 20 06 4 47 PM Page 3 ...

Page 3: ... input devices to the SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit Connecting any incorrect input devices may damage the system and or the external electronic device It is recommended that you use only the 12V to 6V conversion power adapter that came with your SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit SKYFi2 install guide layout 6 20 06 4 47 PM Page 4 Cradle ...

Page 4: ...les can be reused to gather bundle twist tie and secure any excess cable Excess cable can be gathered under the dash between the seat or console or under the mat so it is not in the way Figure 3 When using the wireless FM modula tor securing and tie wrapping the excess cable reduces background hissing noise Check movement of doors and trunks as well as seats so they do not dam age excess cable SKY...

Page 5: ... of connecting your SKYFi2 to your vehicle s radio All options provide excellent sound quality and stereo separation Review and consider your own unique situation when choosing from the three options 5 SKYFi2 install guide layout 6 20 06 4 47 PM Page 6 ...

Page 6: ... sold separately can provide audio input through the vehicle s antenna lead Some vehicles may requirespecial antenna lead adapters Wireless FM Modulator For the ultimate ease of installation SKYFi2 has a built in wireless FM modulator that allows you to hear XM programming through your vehicle s FM radio The factory default setting for the FM modulator is turned off See the SKYFi2 Satellite Radio ...

Page 7: ...nd audio connector or cassette adapter if used to the SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter cradle with the SKYFi2 Receiver inserted Plug the 12V power adapter into the cigarette lighter and place the XM Antenna on the roof of your vehicle Make sure you are outdoors and not surrounded by tall buildings or trees Turn on both your vehicle s radio and SKYFi2 Receiver Tune the SKYFi2 Receiver to XM channel 1 You sho...

Page 8: ...ier to manage the cables A lower location also ensures SKYFi2 will not cause interference with other FM radios outside the vehicle See figure 4 5 The SKYFi2 Vehicle Adapter Kit has two mounting options flat mount or swivel mount a Flat mount Use the included Velcro pads or extra adhe sive pad attaching them to the back of the SKYFi2 vehicle cradle and then to a flat surface in your vehicle Do not ...

Page 9: ...e the liner from the adhesive pad and adhere to the vehicle s surface Make sure you accurately place the pad on the first try since in many cases it will bond almost immediately For best results do not touch or apply pressure to the vehicle mount for 72 hours in one direction only Do not wipe the surface in a circular motion or back and forth Dry the area with a clean dry cloth Repeat the cleaning...

Page 10: ... 5 7 Reassemble the system as in step 2 8 Attach the antenna as explained on page 12 and route the antenna cable as described on page 13 To vehicle dashboard Figure 5 Attach vehicle mount to back of SKYFi2 as shown SKYFi2 install guide layout 6 20 06 4 47 PM Page 11 ...

Page 11: ... the vehicle s interior 2 If the pad fails to loosen warm it with a hair dryer for 2 to 3 minutes to soften the adhesive Be careful not to apply too much heat which could damage the mounting surface Repeat step 1 3 If any adhesive remains on the dashboard surface the adhesive can easily be removed by rubbing your thumb or finger across it 4 As necessary use a mild household cleaner to clean the da...

Page 12: ...or best reception the XM Antenna should be placed either In front of the rear window option1 Behind the windshield option 2 When deciding which location to choose keep in mind The antenna will perform best if it has an unobstructed view of the open sky and is surrounded by a minimum of 3 to 6 inches of metal For best FM modulator perform ance locate the antenna as close to the vehicle s FM antenna...

Page 13: ...e channels and then along the floor under the door jamb trim or under the carpet to the front of the passenger compart ment Do not leave the cable loose in the passenger compartment where it is likely to be damaged Option 2 When using option 2 route the cable along the door jamb and into the vehicle as shown in figure 6 Route the cable across the weather seal near the bottom of the door to reduce ...

Page 14: ...User Guide for important user information Caution Connect only the appropriate input devices to the SKYFi2 Home Adapter Kit jacks Connecting any incorrect input device may damage the system and or the external elec tronic device It is recommended that you use only the AC power adapter that came with your SKYFi2 Home Adapter Kit If you need to use a different adapter it must be a 6V 1000 mA DC adap...

Page 15: ...er and the stereo Tune to XM channel 1 You should be able to hear the XM Preview channel If not check all connections Note The Delphi SA10006 Antenna Extension Cable sold separately is designed to work with the SKYFi2 Home Adapter Kit and provides an additional 50 feet of cable length to the standard XM Home Antenna Figure 8 Connect the SKYFi2 Home Stand to power antenna and home stereo as shown S...

Page 16: ...menu button again so you have plenty of time to aim the antenna Slowly turn and tilt the antenna The satellite and terrestrial signal bars will change Find the position that gives the strongest signal strength at least two bars oneither satellite or terrestrial 4 Once you are convinced you have determined the proper position to receive the best possible signal press the menu button to return to no...

Page 17: ...tive items including any non operative parts Under no circumstances will Delphi be liable for any incidental or consequential damages under this warranty or any implied warranties These remedies are the customer s exclusive remedies for breach of warranty This limited warranty only extends to customers who purchase the Products in the United States Delphi will not be responsible for damage resulti...

Page 18: ...the date of purchase amount paid and place of purchase Customers who fail to provide such proof of purchase will be charged for the repair replacement of any Product How state law relates to the warranty Some states do not allow limitations on the duration of implied warranties or the exclusion or the limitation of incidental or consequential damages So the above limi tations or exclusions may not...

Page 19: ...ntial installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications 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 det...

Page 20: ...ELPHI www delphi com Printed on Recycled Paper 2006 Delphi Corporation All rights reserved DPSS 06 E 061 The SKYFi2 name XM name and related logos are trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners SKYFi2 install guide layout 6 20 06 4 47 PM Page 1 ...