Help with Sirius Install?
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Help with Sirius Install?
Hey guys..
My wife got me a Sirius Starmate4 for our anniversary.
I obviously want to install in both my '03 Cobra and the '05 Excursion.
These newer Sirius units do not do the FM modulation thing very well, and they suggest installing this stupid wire antenna on the windshield...or using their FM relay that demands you turn the Sirius on and off in order to get your "regular" radio stations. (I think that would be a pain in the butt)
So, I wind up looking into these PIE adapters...none of which "officially" work with either of my radios.
Does anyone have any input on this? I frankly am starting to think it's not worth the aggravation. (I have been using a friend's Sirius and find that there are only a few channels I like...and there's lots of repetition)
Thanks!
My wife got me a Sirius Starmate4 for our anniversary.
I obviously want to install in both my '03 Cobra and the '05 Excursion.
These newer Sirius units do not do the FM modulation thing very well, and they suggest installing this stupid wire antenna on the windshield...or using their FM relay that demands you turn the Sirius on and off in order to get your "regular" radio stations. (I think that would be a pain in the butt)
So, I wind up looking into these PIE adapters...none of which "officially" work with either of my radios.
Does anyone have any input on this? I frankly am starting to think it's not worth the aggravation. (I have been using a friend's Sirius and find that there are only a few channels I like...and there's lots of repetition)
Thanks!
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Hey guys..
My wife got me a Sirius Starmate4 for our anniversary.
I obviously want to install in both my '03 Cobra and the '05 Excursion.
These newer Sirius units do not do the FM modulation thing very well, and they suggest installing this stupid wire antenna on the windshield...or using their FM relay that demands you turn the Sirius on and off in order to get your "regular" radio stations. (I think that would be a pain in the butt)
So, I wind up looking into these PIE adapters...none of which "officially" work with either of my radios.
Does anyone have any input on this? I frankly am starting to think it's not worth the aggravation. (I have been using a friend's Sirius and find that there are only a few channels I like...and there's lots of repetition)
Thanks!
My wife got me a Sirius Starmate4 for our anniversary.
I obviously want to install in both my '03 Cobra and the '05 Excursion.
These newer Sirius units do not do the FM modulation thing very well, and they suggest installing this stupid wire antenna on the windshield...or using their FM relay that demands you turn the Sirius on and off in order to get your "regular" radio stations. (I think that would be a pain in the butt)
So, I wind up looking into these PIE adapters...none of which "officially" work with either of my radios.
Does anyone have any input on this? I frankly am starting to think it's not worth the aggravation. (I have been using a friend's Sirius and find that there are only a few channels I like...and there's lots of repetition)
Thanks!
FM Direct Adapter - Shop Sirius Edit:Oh i see you dont wanna turn the sirius on and off.Well that doesnt bother me cause i cant see any reason to listen to regular radio when you have sirius.
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The Sirius was pre-installed in my 03 Excursion when I bought it. Mine works when you tune the radio to a certain station then turn the sirius on. I set the sirius station on one of my radio presets and just turn it off when I listen to the radio. You really can not listen to both at the same time. My antenna is located above the top middle of the windshield. I have a short though in my antenna connection somewhere that I have not found yet, so when I hit a bump sometimes it goes off.
I use Sirius more listening to it on my computer than in my X.
I use Sirius more listening to it on my computer than in my X.
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matt,
I have a PIE unit in my 04 cobra and in my 05 Excursion... The 05 Excursion I needed to get the unit that provides 3 additional AUX inputs and a small pad with the input selector button (allows you to basically toggle from DVD, X1,X2,X3)
I will try to find model #'s, but unless you hav an 05 with DVD it will likely be different.
Your best bet it to call logjam and let them help you out. Great guys.
I have a PIE unit in my 04 cobra and in my 05 Excursion... The 05 Excursion I needed to get the unit that provides 3 additional AUX inputs and a small pad with the input selector button (allows you to basically toggle from DVD, X1,X2,X3)
I will try to find model #'s, but unless you hav an 05 with DVD it will likely be different.
Your best bet it to call logjam and let them help you out. Great guys.
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Wilson....the numbers would help, thanks.
My Cobra would need a different unit I think as the '03's had a different radio.
I did call Logjam...and they said I needed to look up a number on the radios (do not have that with me) as they may or may not work.
My Cobra would need a different unit I think as the '03's had a different radio.
I did call Logjam...and they said I needed to look up a number on the radios (do not have that with me) as they may or may not work.
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crutchfielddotcom...They have never failed to answer ANY question I've EVER had concerning car audio. And when you ask advice on what speakers, amps, etc., I find they rarely recommend the highest price systems like a lot of companies would do.
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Thanks for the replies guys!
I called Crutchfield who said "you have to replace your head units".
I spoke to some other vendors, who all suggested I contact PIE directly. I have done so, and they said that while they have no official guarantee...another guy used my number radio with their FRDN-AUX.
According to what else I have found on-line...the Cobra could use the same.
Or, I can use the FM relay thing....which works...even if I don;t like the method. The sound quality is supposed to be very good.
I think this is the way to go as I tested the unit and the direct FM modulation is worthless. If I decide to install Sirius in my cars...the FM relay thing is $30...and over two cars that would save money.
I called Crutchfield who said "you have to replace your head units".
I spoke to some other vendors, who all suggested I contact PIE directly. I have done so, and they said that while they have no official guarantee...another guy used my number radio with their FRDN-AUX.
According to what else I have found on-line...the Cobra could use the same.
Or, I can use the FM relay thing....which works...even if I don;t like the method. The sound quality is supposed to be very good.
I think this is the way to go as I tested the unit and the direct FM modulation is worthless. If I decide to install Sirius in my cars...the FM relay thing is $30...and over two cars that would save money.
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Look at this thread I posted pictures and part #'s for the PIE adapted I used.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/7...uggestion.html
Also if you want to see where I mounted my PIE adapter you can view this thread:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/7...e-options.html
Rc
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/7...uggestion.html
Also if you want to see where I mounted my PIE adapter you can view this thread:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/7...e-options.html
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I have been using FM for my xm and ipod.....it sucks! Can't wait to hard wire them!
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