Troubleshooting Symptom Solutions SIRIUS radio displays Check antenna “Antenna Error”or connections to the “Check Antenna”message SIRIUS receiver and splitter if using a dual input receiver. SIRIUS radio displays The satellite signal maybe “No Signal” or “Acquiring obstructed by a Signal” message structure, trees or located in the wrong location. Please refer to “Placing the Antenna” on page 3. Other symptoms Call TERK for help at 1-800-942-TERK (8375) on any business day, between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., EST and ask for Technical Support. . Limited Warranty TERK Technologies Corp. (TERK) warrants this product against defects in materials or workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase. During this warranty period, this product will be replaced without charge. This warranty does not cover any damage due to acts of nature, commercial use, accident, misuse, abuse or negligence. This warranty is only valid in the USA. Replacement as provided under this warranty is the exclusive remedy of the consumer. TERK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of any express or implied warranty on this product, except to the extent that limitations of this sort are prohibited by applicable law. THERE ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURCHASE EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT THAT IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF EITHER SORT ARE REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW, AND IN SUCH CASE, EACH WARRANTY IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR. About SIRIUS Satellite Radio For more information about SIRIUS Satellite Radio service, visit To activate your Sirius service please call 1-888-539-7474 For more information, visit or for technical support, call 1.800.942.TERK(8375) 117P006A SIR6 TERK is a registered trademark. The TERK Logo is a trademark of TERK Technologies Corp. Outdoor Satellite Radio Home Antenna T0365-SIR6-R1-OM.qxp 3/19/04 3:40 PM Page C2 Table of Contents Box Contents Parts for the TERK SIR6 Outdoor Satellite Radio About Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Home Antenna SIR6 SIR6 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Box Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Placing the Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Cable Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 1 SIR6 1 30’ cable About SIRIUS Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 About Installation Installation of antennas can require extensive experience with a variety of mechanical and electrical procedures. Although the instructions in this guide explain how to install the TERK SIR6 Outdoor Satellite Radio Home Antenna in a general sense, they do not show the exact installation methods for every home and/or building. IMPORTANT: If you are not comfortable performing a complex installation, you may want to seek a professional for installation. Introduction The TERK SIR6 Outdoor Satellite Radio Home Antenna is a high-performance antenna designed specifically for SIRIUS home receivers and SIRIUS Plug & Play systems. The package includes all the necessary mounting hardware, to attach to a wall, roof or mast on your home or building. Remember to save your sales receipt and this guide so both are available for future reference. NOTE: To achieve best SIRIUS Satellite Radio reception, also refer to your SIRIUS radio owner’s manual. Applications The TERK SIR6 Outdoor Satellite Radio Home Antenna can be installed on a variety of homes and buildings in a number of different mounting options as shown in the installation section on pages 4 and 5. 2 U-bolts, 2 mount brackets, 4 washers, 4 nuts 4 (#10) screws Verify that your TERK SIR6 package includes the above items Placing the Antenna For best reception of the satellite signal, it is important to make sure the antenna is mounted in the proper location on your house and facing the correct direction towards the satellites. Due to the paths of SIRIUS satellites over the US, the best location for the antenna will depend on what part of the country you live in, the orientation of your home, and the locations of any obstructions that could prevent the satellite signal from reaching the antenna. Use the map shown below as a general placement guide for your ant...