Portable satellite radio: Any suggestions?
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Subscriptions are assigned to the receiver, so you can't use two receivers (radios) on one subscription. But you can get two docks for one receiver, use one in the auto, and the other in the home. But you will have to take the radio with you each time. they do have deals for the second subscription, so you would not be paying full price if you did get a second receiver.
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It's now called SiriusXM which is what I have. The radio is available as a car kit or a home kit. Either way, one would need a power supply to supply either 12 volts (car) or if using a home kit in the car, one would need a small 120 volt converter which is what I have. The converter plugs into the cigarette lighter socket and provides the power for the home unit. A 100 watt converter would do the job nicely. The home kit comes with antenna and a fairly long, small diameter cable to mount the antenna outside unless you have a south facing window. I set my antenna on the dash because my car has a very large windshield and the reception is great. The only thing to seriously take into consideration is can the little antenna be put outside your bedroom and have a clear shot at the southern sky. If not, it probably wouldn't work in the house for you. There are outside antennas and mounts and extention cables available to overcome a north facing room. SiriusXM cam be made tp work in almost any location by purchasing the additional antenna hardware. I hope this hasn't been too confusing and answers your inquiry Oh, as far as monthly cost, they have a number of programs available depending on what all your listening preferences are. The music only package is the cheapest at just under $10, and the next package is around $15 per month.
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I agree with Shanesaw. I watched mine cycle through it's "DEMO" mode today and it didn't bring up Satellite Radio at all. Pandora is the closest to it and, of course, that requires an app to run on the iPhone/iPod/iPad. I'm sure it would run fine through bluetooth with a satellite app, if there is one. With no need for satellite programming I am still very pleased with this unit.
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We have an antenna attached to this so we can get the local stations. I would think you could also use a converter box as well.
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PROGRAM WITH PC OR MAC, SOFTWARE AT CHIRP WEBSITE....http://chirp.danplanet.com/ EXCELLENT RADIO.
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It has a better receiver than my radio shack radio. I was impressed with the clarity of am, fm as well. 100 miles seems like a possibility if the broadcast station is a strong one.
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I bought this radio for my sister, who had it installed by the Geek Squad at Best Buy. You might try calling a Best Buy or a Radio Shack to see if they carry (or look online on Amazon!)
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I am looking for a portable radio with the following bands: AM/FM/SW/MWThe priority for me is AM and SW. I was considering the Kaito KA-1102 model. However, it has received mixed reviews with doubts about reliability. Please recommend a better model. My budget is upto $140. Thanks!
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I'd use a hand held radio with an upgraded antenna - although I have no complaints about my TyT-9000.
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You might check out the Garmin 855 unit. I believe you can add the FM traffic to this unit according to Amazon phone support.
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Yes you can use CHIRP. It supports the radio also beofeng software works as well. Dont forget to install the USB cable driver software.
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It depends on definition of good. I would not use any satellite system in a 20x20 room. I would recommend a floor standing speakers paired with bookshelf speakers as the ideal solution.
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If recommend a good pair of HT ham radios with external antenna mounts. Very versatile as they can send/receive over a large range of frequencies.
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choose a smaller unit w/o an FM telescoping antenna..there are other really good mini Sangeans to choose from
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Are you asking because you actually want to get xm radio, or because you think it needs an antenna to navigate? I've never read any literature or seen anything in the 760 menu indicating any kind of satellite radio functionality. Unless you're trip planning indoors away from a window, you won't need ANY kind of external antenna.
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The portable radio XMP3i (XM subscription) is best used outside in the open with the external antenna ear phone accessory. If you have a Sirius subscription the Lynx portable with vehicle accessories would be your best bet. Be forewarned satellite radio requires direct line of site to connect with the service!
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Thanks! I will check out the bad elf gps receiver, maybe it would be worthwhile for my ipod 4g.