Hi, I am buying a sirius satellite radio today and have a question. On the Sirius website it says not to mount the antenna inside the car. I've been reading online and a lot of people have successfully installed it on the inside without any problems. I was just wondering if anyone has any input on this topic which may be helpful to me. I already have an antenna on the outside, and really don't want to stick another one there. I was thinking of mounting it somewhere in my back window or on the rear deck. Any thought? Thanks!
2007-12-03 05:45:08 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Audio
Also, does anyone know the reason why you are not supposed to mount it on the inside? Just curious.
2007-12-03 05:58:49 · update #1
Several things you need to know.
It's best to have a radio that is satellite radio capable. If you do not have one of those it is best to buy an FM modulator that will run you around $30. This modulator will hook directly in to your radio through your antenna. The one that will come with your new radio will not work as good because it won't be wired in, it will be wireless. You will tune to a set FM channel to hear Sirius (either way you go). With the extra wired modulator you will always have a strong signal. If you attempt to use the one that comes in the kit any station may create bleed over and that's not good.
Regarding the antenna, it comes with a small round black disk and sits on the corner of my dashboard. I have never lost a signal unless I am getting my car washed or in a garage. There is no need to drill any holes or stick an antenna outside of your vehicle. If you are buying a plug and play model (such as the Sportster 5) and want to hook it up inside you will need to buy the home kit. Also pick up an outside antenna because the home kit provided antenna does not work very well. I bought the outside antenna and my signal went from I can't hear it to getting pinned out (10 bars).
The home kit hooks to your home stereo via RCA plugs and sounds better than using the "in the car" modulator. That's why I started the answer with "It's best to have a radio that is satellite radio capable." Claims that it sounds like CD quality occur when it is connected properly. In the house my Sirius sounds great, as good as any CD. In the car through my GM factory Bose stereo it sounds OK but not as good as CD quality. Also, it will not get as loud as my car FM radio however it does not get distorted turned all the way up.
Follow-up answer:
Sirius wants you to have the best reception. With an outside antenna the chances are better you will never lose their signal. I don't have that problem with their provided disk sitting next to my windshield inside. Circuit City installed it that way. Tearing off a previous antenna will not work if you are buying a plug and play Sirius. Leave all your options open and enjoy Sirius radio in more than one place by getting the plug and play. Go from car to car or take it in the house and get the most out of your paid subscription.
Updated:
Well, I am curious.
Which Sirius radio did you purchase and where did you decide to put the antenna?
Please realize my answer was given under an assumption you were going to use your previously installed
radio and you were buying a plug and play model.
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2014-09-12 07:09:33 · answer #5 · answered by Jim 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You just need to mount it on the outside because the antenna needs a clear view of the sky. Since it is getting it's reception from antennas the path needs to be clear from the antenna to the car.
It is possible to mount it on the inside of your car. You should mount it so it has the clearest view of the sky you can. This means that you can put it on your dash or rear deck and it may work. It really depends on your location as to how well this method will work.
2007-12-03 07:21:09 · answer #6 · answered by MDC 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Best solution for me - mount it outside car, centered right above rear window. Then twist off and remove your car antenna if you can - this will really cut down on interference. You won't get any non-Sirius stations anymore, but it will keep you from having to constantly re-tune on long drives.
2007-12-03 05:50:16 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋