XM Satellite Radio FM Modulator Install: '02 X-Type

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M. E. Bye - 20 May 2004 00:19 GMT

I'm attempting to install an XM Satellite Radio FM Modulator in my
X-Type. In order to do this, the modulator needs to have its antenna
leads (Motorola type) fitted to the OEM antenna lead. I've had the
stereo headunit out of the dash, but the OEM antenna connection to the
headunit is nothing like I've ever seen before! Obviously, this calls
for some sort of adaptor. I've scoured the internet, been to Best
Buy, checked with Crutchfield, etc. etc. but no one seems to have an
antenna adaptor for the X-Type. Anyone out there know of any sources
for such a thing?

Thanks,

Mark
'02 X-Type

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billp117 - 20 May 2004 04:13 GMT

I have the same problem...but was assured by Circuit City that they have the
correct adapters. An even bigger problem is where to mount the XM receiver
display.

Let me know where you decide to mount the unit. My dealership was of no
help.

Good luck,

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M. E. Bye - 20 May 2004 11:50 GMT

>I have the same problem...but was assured by Circuit City that they have the
>correct adapters. An even bigger problem is where to mount the XM receiver
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>Good luck,

Thanks for the tip. I'll check C City out!
I was in a quandry about mounting location, also. (My XM unit is the
Roady, so I've got a little bit smaller a "footprint" to worry about
than if it were the SkyFi unit) Finally, I decided to get a Vehicle
Specific Mount. Go to:
http://store.myradiostore.com/prvespmo.html
Find your vehicle make, model, year, etc. The mount comes with
complete instructions as to how to get into your dash cavity.
I'll bet that I had mine installed within 15 minutes.

Thanks again,

Mark
'02 X-Type

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DieInterim - 20 May 2004 18:03 GMT

> >I have the same problem...but was assured by Circuit City that they have the
> >correct adapters. An even bigger problem is where to mount the XM receiver
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> Mark
> '02 X-Type

Sirs,

If you dont smoke then turn that useless tray into a hidden area for your XM.

Blake

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billp117 - 21 May 2004 07:03 GMT

Thanks for the tips...ashtray is too small for XM receivers. I will check
out the mounting hardware. Looks like the best way to go.

Bill

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M. E. Bye - 22 May 2004 00:16 GMT

>Thanks for the tips...ashtray is too small for XM receivers. I will check
>out the mounting hardware. Looks like the best way to go.

You'll like it. It really makes for a clean looking install. Now if
I could only find that antenna adaptor. I got online with Circuit
City. Their online help wasn't. Will have to stop into one of their
stores whenever I get to a larger metro area.

Mark
'02 X-Type

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billp117 - 22 May 2004 05:38 GMT

Instore only...

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