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...; Rear Seat Audio Control Center • Rear Seat Entertainment (DVD/ Monitor) System • Heads up display (HUD) • Steering wheel controls Note that the SIR-GM1 is designed replace the factory XM Satellite tuner in the headunit design and can not be included, such as the display source. SIR-GM1 Installation Guide the GM Compatible SIRIUS Satellite Radio Tuner! Your SIR-GM1 is not compatible with select headunits from the factory. Each GM radio type operates differently, so consult the vehicle owners manual for...
...; Rear Seat Audio Control Center • Rear Seat Entertainment (DVD/ Monitor) System • Heads up display (HUD) • Steering wheel controls Note that the SIR-GM1 is designed replace the factory XM Satellite tuner in the headunit design and can not be included, such as the display source. SIR-GM1 Installation Guide the GM Compatible SIRIUS Satellite Radio Tuner! Your SIR-GM1 is not compatible with select headunits from the factory. Each GM radio type operates differently, so consult the vehicle owners manual for...
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... 4 Installation ...6 Mounting the Tuner 6 Installing the Antenna 6 Optimum Antenna Mounting Locations 7 Wiring and Cable Connections 8 System Connection Examples 10 Activating Your SIRIUS Subscription 12 Specifications 13 Package Contents B A C SIR-GM1 GM COMPATIBLE SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO TUNER E HEADUNIT A SIR-GM1 Tuner F B Mini Magnetic Antenna C Antenna Cable Cover/Tail D Alcohol Swab E Factory SDAR Interface Cable F T-Harness Interface Cable G G Power Harness with Filter H Mounting Screws (Qty. 6) SIR-GM1 IOnpsetarlalatitoionnaGnduiIdnestallation Guide D H 33
... 4 Installation ...6 Mounting the Tuner 6 Installing the Antenna 6 Optimum Antenna Mounting Locations 7 Wiring and Cable Connections 8 System Connection Examples 10 Activating Your SIRIUS Subscription 12 Specifications 13 Package Contents B A C SIR-GM1 GM COMPATIBLE SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO TUNER E HEADUNIT A SIR-GM1 Tuner F B Mini Magnetic Antenna C Antenna Cable Cover/Tail D Alcohol Swab E Factory SDAR Interface Cable F T-Harness Interface Cable G G Power Harness with Filter H Mounting Screws (Qty. 6) SIR-GM1 IOnpsetarlalatitoionnaGnduiIdnestallation Guide D H 33
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... following measures: • Relocate the receiving antenna. • Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help. 4 SIR-GM1 Installation Guide If this equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. FCC Warning: This equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are designed to comply with these functions. DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS THAT MIGHT HINDER VEHICLE OPERATION. Note: This equipment has been...
... following measures: • Relocate the receiving antenna. • Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help. 4 SIR-GM1 Installation Guide If this equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. FCC Warning: This equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are designed to comply with these functions. DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS THAT MIGHT HINDER VEHICLE OPERATION. Note: This equipment has been...
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... SIR-GM1 installation. HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS. If the wiring must use only the specified accessory parts. USE THE SPECIFIED ACCESSORY PARTS AND INSTALL THE PRODUCT SECURELY. This will vary depending on the proper method of your vehicle will prevent crimping and damage to do so may not securely install the unit in the factory satellite radio tuner location using the existing wiring and the 'factory harness adapter'. Be sure to use...
... SIR-GM1 installation. HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS. If the wiring must use only the specified accessory parts. USE THE SPECIFIED ACCESSORY PARTS AND INSTALL THE PRODUCT SECURELY. This will vary depending on the proper method of your vehicle will prevent crimping and damage to do so may not securely install the unit in the factory satellite radio tuner location using the existing wiring and the 'factory harness adapter'. Be sure to use...
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... free from the window, sunroof or rear hatch. Some installations may get damaged by drilling a mounting hole or using the supplied screws. Installing the Antenna The antenna includes a 6-1/2" cable cover/tail which may use the factory satellite radio tuner location. Antenna (Bottom) Adhesive Strips Cable Cover/Tail Connect the cable cover/ tail to vehicle roof. If you are using this location, please read this manual and follow the factory instructions for ventilation. You must install a SIRIUS compatible antenna...
... free from the window, sunroof or rear hatch. Some installations may get damaged by drilling a mounting hole or using the supplied screws. Installing the Antenna The antenna includes a 6-1/2" cable cover/tail which may use the factory satellite radio tuner location. Antenna (Bottom) Adhesive Strips Cable Cover/Tail Connect the cable cover/ tail to vehicle roof. If you are using this location, please read this manual and follow the factory instructions for ventilation. You must install a SIRIUS compatible antenna...
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... the rear window into the trunk. Before routing the antenna cable, confirm that the antenna is mounted in the driver's and passenger's feet. • Keep the antenna wire away from a window. (Use the antenna cover/tail as a guide for the tailgate, and continue under the interior trim. • From the trunk, carefully route the cable to the location of the SIR-GM1 and plug the SMB connector...
... the rear window into the trunk. Before routing the antenna cable, confirm that the antenna is mounted in the driver's and passenger's feet. • Keep the antenna wire away from a window. (Use the antenna cover/tail as a guide for the tailgate, and continue under the interior trim. • From the trunk, carefully route the cable to the location of the SIR-GM1 and plug the SMB connector...
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... possible to the factory satellite radio antenna if installed. A. Note 1: DO NOT cut or extend the supplied harnesses. Push firmly to attach. SIR-GM1 GM COMPATIBLE SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO TUNER HEADUNIT B T-Harness Interface If your vehicle does not have both the factory XM tuner and the SIR-GM1 installed at the same time. 8 SIR-GM1 Installation Guide Antenna Input Connect the right-angle SMB connector from the antenna. Wiring and Cable Connections A Factory SDAR Interface Cable Use this cable if you are replacing the factory XM satellite tuner. B. Doing so...
... possible to the factory satellite radio antenna if installed. A. Note 1: DO NOT cut or extend the supplied harnesses. Push firmly to attach. SIR-GM1 GM COMPATIBLE SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO TUNER HEADUNIT B T-Harness Interface If your vehicle does not have both the factory XM tuner and the SIR-GM1 installed at the same time. 8 SIR-GM1 Installation Guide Antenna Input Connect the right-angle SMB connector from the antenna. Wiring and Cable Connections A Factory SDAR Interface Cable Use this cable if you are replacing the factory XM satellite tuner. B. Doing so...
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... SIR-GM1 Connector 1-AMP ATC Fuse Factory bus connector (Vehicle Side) Power Harness with Filter FILTER & FUSE BOX IN Connect YELLOW wire to the Battery Positive or other good B+ source OUT 1-AMP Fuse located inside noise filter Connect Black wire to a solid Chassis Ground (as short as possible) NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a factory satellite radio tuner and you must disconnect the factory satellite radio tuner at the tuner box. SIR-GM1 IOnpsetarlalatitoionnaGnduiIdnestallation Guide 99 Antenna (21' cable) - Otherwise, operational errors will occur while using...
... SIR-GM1 Connector 1-AMP ATC Fuse Factory bus connector (Vehicle Side) Power Harness with Filter FILTER & FUSE BOX IN Connect YELLOW wire to the Battery Positive or other good B+ source OUT 1-AMP Fuse located inside noise filter Connect Black wire to a solid Chassis Ground (as short as possible) NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a factory satellite radio tuner and you must disconnect the factory satellite radio tuner at the tuner box. SIR-GM1 IOnpsetarlalatitoionnaGnduiIdnestallation Guide 99 Antenna (21' cable) - Otherwise, operational errors will occur while using...
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Doing so can cause operation or noise issues. Please see the attached technical sheet for satellite radio Factory wiring harness Factory SDAR Interface Cable Remove the Factory XM Tuner and connect the SDAR Interface Cable DO NOT cut or extend the supplied harness. System Connection Examples System 1 For vehicles pre-wired for details. 10 SIR-GM1 Installation Guide NOTE: If installing into a Cadillac CTS, a slight modification of the Factory SDAR Interface Cable is required.
Doing so can cause operation or noise issues. Please see the attached technical sheet for satellite radio Factory wiring harness Factory SDAR Interface Cable Remove the Factory XM Tuner and connect the SDAR Interface Cable DO NOT cut or extend the supplied harness. System Connection Examples System 1 For vehicles pre-wired for details. 10 SIR-GM1 Installation Guide NOTE: If installing into a Cadillac CTS, a slight modification of the Factory SDAR Interface Cable is required.
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T-Harness Interface Cable SIR-GM1 Connector Factory bus connector OUT Connect YELLOW wire to the Battery Positive or other good B+ source FILTER & FUSE BOX IN Power Harness with Filter Connect Black wire to a solid Chassis Ground (as short as possible) SIR-GM1 IOnpsetarlalatitoionnaGnduiIdnestallation Guide 1111 System 2 For vehicles not wired for satellite radio Factory bus connector (removed from headunit) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...; ○ ○ ○ ○ DO NOT cut or extend the supplied harness. Doing so can cause operation or noise issues.
T-Harness Interface Cable SIR-GM1 Connector Factory bus connector OUT Connect YELLOW wire to the Battery Positive or other good B+ source FILTER & FUSE BOX IN Power Harness with Filter Connect Black wire to a solid Chassis Ground (as short as possible) SIR-GM1 IOnpsetarlalatitoionnaGnduiIdnestallation Guide 1111 System 2 For vehicles not wired for satellite radio Factory bus connector (removed from headunit) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...; ○ ○ ○ ○ DO NOT cut or extend the supplied harness. Doing so can cause operation or noise issues.
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... title. SIR-GM1 Installation Guide Note- some headunits will not be found on a sticker on the bottom of the unit: 1. Find the SIRIUS ID (SID) of your GM headunit owner's manual for proper operation instructions for using satellite radio products. Contact SIRIUS on the SIRIUS Receiver. Select each preset one time (the headunit may read "UPDATING" until updating has been completed. Channel tune UP or Down to select SR1 (or XM1). 4. Press the display button (DISP...
... title. SIR-GM1 Installation Guide Note- some headunits will not be found on a sticker on the bottom of the unit: 1. Find the SIRIUS ID (SID) of your GM headunit owner's manual for proper operation instructions for using satellite radio products. Contact SIRIUS on the SIRIUS Receiver. Select each preset one time (the headunit may read "UPDATING" until updating has been completed. Channel tune UP or Down to select SR1 (or XM1). 4. Press the display button (DISP...
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SIR-GM1 IOnpsetarlalatitoionnaGnduiIdnestallation Guide 1133 Specifications Operational Frequencies Satellite 2322.293/2330.207 MHz Terrestrial 2326.250MHz Power Requirements 11-16 Volts DC Chassis Size 126.75mm x 125.75mm x 34.75mm (WxHxD) Antenna Type Mini-Magnetic Antenna Cable Length 21' (single micro-cable) Connector Type SMB (Right-angle) Audio Output 1.4V rms (Fixed) Included Cables T-Harness Interface Cable Factory SDAR Interface Cable Power harness with in-line noise filter Please write down your...
SIR-GM1 IOnpsetarlalatitoionnaGnduiIdnestallation Guide 1133 Specifications Operational Frequencies Satellite 2322.293/2330.207 MHz Terrestrial 2326.250MHz Power Requirements 11-16 Volts DC Chassis Size 126.75mm x 125.75mm x 34.75mm (WxHxD) Antenna Type Mini-Magnetic Antenna Cable Length 21' (single micro-cable) Connector Type SMB (Right-angle) Audio Output 1.4V rms (Fixed) Included Cables T-Harness Interface Cable Factory SDAR Interface Cable Power harness with in-line noise filter Please write down your...