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Parts for the TERK XM6 Outdoor Home Antenna
1 XM6 Antenna
2 U-bolts, 2 mount brackets, 4 nuts
4 (#10) screws
Verify that your TERK XM6 package includes the above
items. RG6 coaxial cable is required for installation (sold
seperately).
For optimized performance do not exceed a cable length of
100 feet without the use of the Terk amplifier XMAMP18
(sold separately).
Placing the Antenna
For best reception of the XM satellite signal, it is important
to make sure the antenna is mounted in the proper location
on your house or building and facing toward the satellites.
It is recommended that your antenna be positioned so that
it has an unobstructed view of the southeastern sky in order
to receive the strongest satellite signal. Most XM recievers
have a signal strength indicator visible at the top of the
display screen during normal listening. The signal strength
is indicated by up to three vertical bars; three bars represent
the strongest signal.
About Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
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
About XM 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 XM6 Outdoor XM 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 XM6 Outdoor Satellite Radio Home Antenna is a
high-performance antenna designed specifically for XM
home receivers and XM 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 XM Satellite Radio reception, also
refer to your XM radio owner’s manual.
Applications
The TERK XM6 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.
Box Contents
XM6
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Table of Contents
XM6
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