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John
http://www.myradiostore.us/auxadapters/pie/factory/no-external-changer/hon03-pc-son.html
if this does help go over to HTTP://www.xm411.com and post a question in the installation forum
hope this helps
John
http://www.myradiostore.us/audio-cables/6-foot-gold-plated-rca-y-adapter.html
hope this helps........you can probably find this at a radio shack like store as well
Motorola to Compete With XM and Sirius (Inside Line)
We may have to change the discussion title at the end of the year.
Steve, Host
Gee, you can change the radio station even on Sirius or XM. Maybe a station block feature will be next.
Do you owners really call them channels and not stations?
Steve, Host
I'm not sure many people see much difference between Sirius and XM unless they have a particular sport they prefer - both have similar offerings for music and news (in general). So Howard Stern gives them a reason for making a choice. I'm like you, Steve - I'll never listen to him, but I wouldn't let his presence stop me from choosing Sirius if I were otherwise interested.
I used to listen to Stern on my way to work in the late '80s or early '90s. I quickly tired of all the bathroom "humor" and haven't looked back. The presence of his programming on a service would give me an opportunity to show my disdain by NOT subscribing, and telling them why.
Yes, you surely can "change the station". You should be aware that XM Radio has a channel block capability. You just have to phone XM Satellite Radio's Listener Care department and tell them which channels to block (on a specific radio if you have more than one). I presume that the Dog has similar blocking service.
I also call the XM channels "channels", not stations. A primary reason that I've become used to "channels" is that I drive a 2004 Honda Accord with Navigation System and XM Radio. Honda's integrated voice-controlled system uses voice commands to control many features.
When I want to select a terrestrial radio station, I press a button on the steering wheel and say, for example, "Radio Eleven Ninety AM" or "Radio Ninety Three Point Nine FM".
When I want to select a satellite radio station, I must press the button and say, for example, "XM Channel Twenty Eight".
You can also control the radio volume, as well as navigation and climate control features by voice command. It's a fantastic feature that keeps your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel.
tidester, host
Now y'all can jump on me for tuning the band (no digital radios in my house either; gotta twist the dials.) :shades:
Steve, Host
It's just like those people who won't invest in companies that sell tobacco - they may make lots of money off of their food divisions but tobacco turns folks off.
Hyundai customers say 'no' to Stern? (CNN)
I doubt that Hyundai owners have more tender sensibilities than other groups of owners. But I associate Kraft with Philip Morris so there is a concern about perception and who you associate with.
I've only seen Howard on TV and there's an appeal to listening to him on the radio, since he's not exactly easy on the eyes on the tube (never mind about his guests!).
Steve, Host
Thanks.
Steve, Host
Even though the comment is about using the mirrors for antennae, it would be great if the roof, trunklid or hood sheet metal could be configured into antennae.
Enjoy your XM Satellite Radio, it's a great service. There is no chance that you can modify your factory-installed, vehicle-integrated system to work with the Dog (especially if your Odyssey has Honda's great Navigation System). Your only option, if you just HAVE to have the Dog, is an aftermarket installation.
S.
do you plan to use the sat radio in the car..home, his office, boombox, portable?...do you plan to move it between all three......that might influence what type of equipment you want to go with.....Im an XM listener going on three years now...so will not influence your choice of service.....
We ended up getting a separate installed system for the car - I got tired of moving the Roady. The Roady now resides in my office (attached to a Bose Wave radio) and will occasionally be moved home for breaks longer than a weekend. This is the best solution for us.
There are several aftermarket head units, including Alpine, that can receive both XM and Sirius, depending on which adapter you buy for it. My personal preference is Alpine.
-Paul
Steve, Host
You are right that with the sat prep on it, you shouldn't have to do much more than plug in the tuner (assuming it came with an antennae).
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
So I called a local installer (who was recommended by my Volvo salesman) and he said they didn't have any Sirius tuners for a Volvo but to call back in a week. I called back yesterday and the guy said that the tuners are on backorder but he doesn't know why. He didn't know what the price would be, and he didn't know when they would become available.
I've been very frustrated by the whole experience, and like the poster above I refuse to pay an additional $800-900 for what appears to be a $50-100 piece of equipment.
Thanks!
Lets hope we find something...I will post here if I come up with anything.
Are there any cheaper options? The "XM Direct" tuner sold by XM and some of the audio stores seems aimed only at either one of the commercial stereo brands (Pioneer/Alpine/etc) or at being able to put one in a BMW or Mini etc. Plus they seem to cost either $99 or $299 with no clear indication of the difference (selling and explaining hardware does not seem to be an XM strong suit).
-Paul
My question was whether there is a cheaper aftermarket option that still allows you to use the integrated radio controls and existing antenna..In other words, a cheaper tuner...