Sirius Install - I know again!!

OK Guys,

I finally bought my Black 2007 RTL with s/r, xm and no nav.

Thanks to all on the site I was able to get a real good deal and signed up to to become a member.

I have a question about Sirius... YES, I did do a search of all the threads. I have seen some threads close but my head is spinning from reading all the information, it's scattered to say the least. The info that is :p

So here is my question. (again 07 RTL with S/R and XM but NO Nav.)

I would like to direct connect my Sirius player to the factory head - I have Sirius S50

Has anyone completed this project?

How to power it directly?

Can you use the factory XM antenna? Be nice to use what is in place?

I also have a mp3 player, Yes I am going to ask :o but can I add this too? Or could I just use the same aux port for the Sirius?

I just read someone have 3 ports but was confused.

If I go to a local radio shop, could they handle this? I have done every radio myself but I want something clean looking too.

Did anyone make a sirius unit that replaced the xm Unit?

So looking for parts needed, steps to install, photos if I am lucky!

Thanks
Peter

ps. I know I added a few other questions. But I really would like to do this soon and need the help.

anyone? :confused:

Thanks
Peter

I hope you don't feel neglected...I've read your thread but the only reason I have not responded is I do not have the setup you describe. Your description is so specific that maybe there are not many members that have your setup. Here's a few things that I think can help you
1. You can add an auxiliary adapter to the OEM Headunit. With this module connected, you can add extra peripherals (like .mp3 players, satellite radio players, etc) using the RCA connections on the module. There are modules out there that have more than one connection for multiple peripherals. Check out this site (http://logjamelectronics.com/auxinpconv.html)...it's a good place to start.

2. I would think any competent radio shop should be able to accomplish your requests.

3. I don't think you can change the XM unit on your RL into a Sirius unit...I'm actually exploring this idea. I have an extra XM unit pulled from an RL and I want to see what it's made of.

I hope this helps. Unfortunately, you may be what we call an early adopter so, good luck.:cool:

You could use the USA Spec PA11-Hon2 (ebay, crutchfield, circuit city etc) It is an iPod adapter and also has RCA input as well. That way if you ever added ipod, no more equipment to buy.

I just cant understand why people keep those factory units and spend 200 and up on adapters when they can buy a pretty darn good unit for 200 and get 150 off ebay for theyere old one. Upgrade, save money, no adapters, custom application. I ran one of the sirius digital units into my eclipse through the IP bus and I an chain an MP3 player to it through RCA's. Just an option, but if you pay 100 bucks the the pnr or ECR-SIR1;s then you could not activate it and use it simply as a port for the S50 to pass through or a MP3 player. I wanted an s50 too but I never listen to headphones so the sir1 was the way to go for me.

I just cant understand why people keep those factory units and spend 200 and up on adapters when they can buy a pretty darn good unit for 200 and get 150 off ebay for theyere old one.

I think the main reason people keep the OEM HU is for the factory look. There are kits available that will integrate well with the RL but you still loose some of that factory look. I went with a double DIN unit and kit and most people that have seen my setup can't see that it is an aftermarket setup. If you are willing to spend the time and "customize" the installation, you can get pretty close to a factory look. Just my 2¢. :cool:

Thanks for replies...

I guess reading again and again...

Best way to install Sirius is to an aux input to my factory head radio

I am willing to loose the XM but would like to use the factory installed antenna. Is this possible. I really hope so?

I believe I have to unplug the XM connection to the radio and use some kind of adapter or multiple?

Is there and adapter or unit that has 2 aux inputs? Can be RCA's.

Can anyone run me through the steps and parts? or direct me to the thread is this done.

I would like to keep the factory head since if fits well and have not seen a unit that does. Plus I like the 6 cd's. Which I burn myself and play. Plus doesn't the factory head have an amp built in it? Just sounds nice to me.

Thanks again
Peter

Plus doesn't the factory head have an amp built in it? Just sounds nice to me.

Thanks again
Peter

Yes Peter, the OEM HU does have a built-in amp...it's pretty much an all in one unit. The XM box is external to the HU though.:cool:

Does anyone know if the XM antenna is plugged into the XM unit or the factory radio?

Is this a standard antenna fitting? meaning, try to use with Sirius equipment?

Has anyone unplugged there XM cable from the factory head and used the aftermarket cables to convert to an aux input?

thx
Peter

I have a black RTL equipped with XM and I'm looking to do the same thing you are proposing. I'll try to brief. Per my research, I plan on using the antenna bubble in my Ridge for my Sirius connection. The aftermarket Sirius receiver I plan to use is the Sirius One. Because I want a clean look, I plan to keep it in the drawer right below my radio unit. Ultimately, I intend to have it hard wired to do away w/the unsightly wire to the power outlet next to the heated seat buttons.

I have conversed via email with mrbrianrwebb@comcast.net . Here is what I wrote him -
"Hi Brian…I have a Honda Ridgeline with factory installed XM in the radio unit. I’m interested in the steps to convert my Truck radio to receive the Sirius signal. What components are needed?"

Here is Brian's reply -

"there is no way of having factory controlled OEM configured Sirius SAT radio in your XM equipped Honda. this is a software issue, and until Directed Electronics does what they did with their SIR-GM1 unit for the GM/Chevy family of vehicle and provide an all-in-one Sirius tuner/adapter for converting XM Ready vehicles into Sirius, Sirius will not be possible in the way you desire.

same thing that Blitzsafe did with BMW, who is a Sirius partner, Blitzsafe has an all-in-one adapter for converting the OEM headunit/controls for XM capabilities, but the downside to both of these types of adapters as they pertain to you, is that neither work with NAV headunits. although on one type of GM the NAV headunit does work.

in any event, as per Directed Electronics, the SIR-GM1 unit was announced over a year ago and has been sitting as a Pre-Order ever since, until just recently in Mid-July, when after much delay, it was finally released.

what i am driving towards, is that, you should not hold your breath for an OEM Sirius SAT Radio integration into your Honda anytime soon.

all i can do, and offer, is to allow you to use your OEM XM SAT antenna on your Sirius PNP receiver, thus avoiding the need to mount an external secondary antenna for Sirius reception on your Honda.

i can also split the XM antenna to be used on both the XM and Sirius tuner simultaneously, so only one antenna in necessary for two receivers. you just need to tell me what you're looking to do; but for the Honda, i make two types of adapters for the proprietary Honda connector.

the First is the one you have seen posted which is a culmination of three aftermarket RF parts and a custom fitted copper collar to fill the gap between my RF connector and the outer body of the bare Honda connector after dis-assembly:

http://www.siriusbackstage.com/forum/showthread.php?t=84627

i charge $55shipped for this version, which works for either single or dual lead Honda antenna, but requires you to dis-assemble your Honda connector from the plastic body housing it, and assembling my parts to adapt to it.

the Second type is a True OEM Plug-and-Play adapter that requires you to do nothing more than unplug the OEM antenna lead from your XM Tuner and plug my cable into it. but due to the cost of the wiring harness that i buy from Honda to interface with their Sat antenna, the price for the OEM adaption is $90shipped.

each includes up to 20feet of extended coax to go from your OEM XM tuner location where the connection will take place, enough to get you to where your aftermarket tuner/receiver is located within the vehicle. i can make the coax extension as long or as short as your needs suit you, and it will terminate in whatever your receiver requires for connection:

- Brian"

You should also check out this site because it details where the XM tuner in the Ridgeline is located -

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c344/valenciaca/honda%20xm%20antenna/HondaRidgelineXMtunerlocation.jpg

Now for the disclaimer. I have yet to order Brian's product or do any of this, so I cannot say it'll work for sure. However, Brian appears to know his stuff and I'll admit that I'm probably going to implement real soon. Hope this info helps u.

Im about to embark on dvd/nav, and it seems the majority is going/changing to sirrus over xm. im not familiar at all and have been trying to find out what the major differences are. i do know that xm has live traffic service and 24hr comedy. is it just a matter of prefference, sirrus over xm?
thanx

i do know that xm has live traffic service and 24hr comedy. is it just a matter of prefference, sirrus over xm?
thanx

Racer-X, don't choose XM just for the live traffic. Sirius will roll out with live traffic service in the future. Read this article on the subject. (http://dssresources.com/news/454.php) I have had both XM and Sirius and I prefer the Sirius programming over XM...there are many discussions on this forum so I won't start something here.

Racer-X, don't choose XM just for the live traffic. Sirius will roll out with live traffic service in the future. Read this article on the subject. (http://dssresources.com/news/454.php) I have had both XM and Sirius and I prefer the Sirius programming over XM...there are many discussions on this forum so I won't start something here.


Cool, sirius it is then, I also heard that sirius will be taking over xm soon.

smart choice. Sirius rocks.

Does anyone know if the stock OEM XM tuner [I believe located behind the rear seat] has either a single or double lead to the radio unit?

Does anyone know if the stock OEM XM tuner [I believe located behind the rear seat] has either a single or double lead to the radio unit?


In the Connector B location, there are two pins. Connector A has 14 pins. Hope this helps.:cool: