ElDiablo Viper
Enthusiast
I'm looking to add Sirius to my car but I'm not sure where to put the antenna. Did anybody install it?
XM or Sirius antenna...how did you install?
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Magicboy2
Enthusiast
I have mine right behind the rear glass on my RT/10. Would imagine yours would go on your hatch glass.
Hisserman
Enthusiast
I've seen them mounted on the roof right above the rear hatch (in the valley between the two humps) with a wire extending from the hatch. You're making a great choice for a cross country drive!
ElDiablo Viper
Enthusiast
How did you run the wires?
SJT97GTS
Enthusiast
I have mine mounted UNDER the hatch glass on the edge of the "drop" in the back. I have 3 bars all the time w/ no problems. You don't have to put it outside your car -- it will work fine under the hatch glass.
PS-I have Sirius...and I love it!
click on this link...you can see the hatch to the left of the amp.
Sirius Antenna Picture
PS-I have Sirius...and I love it!
click on this link...you can see the hatch to the left of the amp.
Sirius Antenna Picture
1KoolAsp 14TA
Enthusiast
I HAVE XM WITH THROUGH GLASS ANTENNA WAS, TOLD AT THE TIME THAT WAS THE WAY TO GO, EVERYBODY HAS THE RIGHT WAY.
AJT
Enthusiast
Mine is on the dash. I do not even notice it.
Andy
Andy
Viper99
Enthusiast
Adam,
I have Sirius.
On my RT/10 I have the antenna mounted inside the car under the sports bar between the two seats.
On my Infiniti M45 I have the antenna mounted inside the car under the rear window on the deck where the rear speaker is. No reception problems on either. I hate the look of the antenna visible on the outside of the car so I opted (against manufacturers recommendations) to have them mounted inside.
I have Sirius.
On my RT/10 I have the antenna mounted inside the car under the sports bar between the two seats.
On my Infiniti M45 I have the antenna mounted inside the car under the rear window on the deck where the rear speaker is. No reception problems on either. I hate the look of the antenna visible on the outside of the car so I opted (against manufacturers recommendations) to have them mounted inside.
AG98RT10
Viper Owner
I bought an XM Roady yesterday and have been having a ball with it, playing around trying to figure out best mounting, etc. I've learned a few things so thought I'd share (this is my third XM receiver and beginning to learn the ropes, now) The following is a sort of mini-review of the Roady.
1. The Roady is the best buy going - comes with a lot of mounting accessories, right now, they're on sale to include a free wireless FM Modulator.
2. They don't advertise this fact, but the Roady also has line-level (accessory) out that will go into inputs in some car receivers, and, importantly, virtually all home stereo receivers. This means one Roady for 120 bucks does double duty in the house!!
3. There is also a kit for sale on the XM site for 19.95 with a separate indoor antenna (so you don't have to unhook your whole mobile setup) as well as a little wall wart for DC power and the cable to hook to your stereo (what a bargain!)
4. Playing with the standard (tiny) magnetic antenna, it doesn't seem to be too critical where it's located, as long as the SW (from VA) horizon isn't blocked. I have it indoors right now, flush against the top of a TV set and it's playing fine. (My house is wooden, though, don't try that with aluminum siding!) I've ordered the indoor kit and will see how that antenna works, but expect no problems. (Place in a window sill)
5. In the Viper, I have the adhesive pad for the Roady mount affixed just above the ashtray on the vinyl. The instructions include removal procedures, so hope it can be taken off without leaving too much of an adhesive residue whenever. (They seem to indicate this is designed into it). This mounting position lets me use the wireless FM modulator (which is pretty trick, btw) to receive XM (sounds pretty good, too) on my choice of about 6-8 frequencies. Thus there are only two connections to the unit - cigarette plug (which gets power and sends the FM modulated sig to the car) and the antenna. As I said, antenna placement does not seem especially critical as our cars are mostly plastic. I have the tiny antenna right next to the unit behind the gearshift, but the metal is under the vinyl and the mag doesn't grip very well (probably fly off and hit the floor when I brake hard) so I'll look for a better spot. (I should probably also mention the Roady comes with one of those tape cassette feeders for those who still have cassette inputs on their stereos; I don't)
6. Audio quality - Roady is fantastic through the high-end system (listening right now) here in the office. In the Viper, using the FM wireless modulation through the cigarette lighter plug, it seems to be a bit noisier (hiss) but only noticeable when the music is extremely quiet. On the whole, it beats FM broadcast through the factory Alpine and speakers, and is a close second to CD. There is some very faint "motorboating" sound that's more perceptible on the lower channels - suggest setting the modulator frequency in the "107 Mhz range" rather than 87. Seems to be less there. But this is nit-picking - it sounds very good and makes it possible to have XM at bargain-basement prices that's useful indoors as well. (If you're lucky enough to have AUX inputs in your mobile stereo, you're really in luck and will have fantastic CD-quality audio). So one subscription (monthly fee) serves effectively your home, all your vehicles, rental cars for trips, etc., etc.
Best bargain I've found yet. Highly recommended.
1. The Roady is the best buy going - comes with a lot of mounting accessories, right now, they're on sale to include a free wireless FM Modulator.
2. They don't advertise this fact, but the Roady also has line-level (accessory) out that will go into inputs in some car receivers, and, importantly, virtually all home stereo receivers. This means one Roady for 120 bucks does double duty in the house!!
3. There is also a kit for sale on the XM site for 19.95 with a separate indoor antenna (so you don't have to unhook your whole mobile setup) as well as a little wall wart for DC power and the cable to hook to your stereo (what a bargain!)
4. Playing with the standard (tiny) magnetic antenna, it doesn't seem to be too critical where it's located, as long as the SW (from VA) horizon isn't blocked. I have it indoors right now, flush against the top of a TV set and it's playing fine. (My house is wooden, though, don't try that with aluminum siding!) I've ordered the indoor kit and will see how that antenna works, but expect no problems. (Place in a window sill)
5. In the Viper, I have the adhesive pad for the Roady mount affixed just above the ashtray on the vinyl. The instructions include removal procedures, so hope it can be taken off without leaving too much of an adhesive residue whenever. (They seem to indicate this is designed into it). This mounting position lets me use the wireless FM modulator (which is pretty trick, btw) to receive XM (sounds pretty good, too) on my choice of about 6-8 frequencies. Thus there are only two connections to the unit - cigarette plug (which gets power and sends the FM modulated sig to the car) and the antenna. As I said, antenna placement does not seem especially critical as our cars are mostly plastic. I have the tiny antenna right next to the unit behind the gearshift, but the metal is under the vinyl and the mag doesn't grip very well (probably fly off and hit the floor when I brake hard) so I'll look for a better spot. (I should probably also mention the Roady comes with one of those tape cassette feeders for those who still have cassette inputs on their stereos; I don't)
6. Audio quality - Roady is fantastic through the high-end system (listening right now) here in the office. In the Viper, using the FM wireless modulation through the cigarette lighter plug, it seems to be a bit noisier (hiss) but only noticeable when the music is extremely quiet. On the whole, it beats FM broadcast through the factory Alpine and speakers, and is a close second to CD. There is some very faint "motorboating" sound that's more perceptible on the lower channels - suggest setting the modulator frequency in the "107 Mhz range" rather than 87. Seems to be less there. But this is nit-picking - it sounds very good and makes it possible to have XM at bargain-basement prices that's useful indoors as well. (If you're lucky enough to have AUX inputs in your mobile stereo, you're really in luck and will have fantastic CD-quality audio). So one subscription (monthly fee) serves effectively your home, all your vehicles, rental cars for trips, etc., etc.
Best bargain I've found yet. Highly recommended.
AG98RT10
Viper Owner
Got mine at Circuit City - 119.95 incl. the wireless modulator. Bought the "home" kit at XMRADIO.COM
AG98RT10
Viper Owner
Well, one more thing, I did find out that the adhesive they use on the Roady mount leaves no residue, as I had to re-position the mount to the left of just behind the ashtray, as I (duh) failed to account for the emergency brake being down when driving! (Boy, that was dumb!)
Anyway, with a hair dryer and careful prying I was able to remove it and replace about two inches to the left, just clearing reverse on the shifter.
Still not sure where the antenna will go - but it's not too critical with our cars.
Anyway, with a hair dryer and careful prying I was able to remove it and replace about two inches to the left, just clearing reverse on the shifter.
Still not sure where the antenna will go - but it's not too critical with our cars.
Fiorano
Enthusiast
I have XM in my xterra installed at Best Buy. How do you install the FM modulator in the viper?
AG98RT10
Viper Owner
The wireless FM modulator is just that - wireless! Just plug into the cigarette lighter plug and you're set. Tune in on a frequency of your choice (in a range provided).
But, I've just bought a new head unit, amp, and speakers, so will be going the ACC in route soon...
But, I've just bought a new head unit, amp, and speakers, so will be going the ACC in route soon...
