SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 4:31 PM Page 1 Delphi Corporation 1441 West Long Lake Road Troy, Michigan 48098-5090 U.S.A. Customer Service: [1] 877.GO DELPHI www.delphi.com Printed on Recycled Paper ©2004 Delphi Corporation. All rights reserved. DPSS-04-E-064 The SKYFi2 name, XM name, TuneSelect, and related logos are trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 4:31 PM Page 2 SKYFi2™ Satellite Radio Receiver User Guide Warning: This manual and the SKYFi2 Installation Guide contain important safety and operating information. Please read and follow the instructions in these manuals. Failure to do so could result in personal injury, death, and/or damage to your SKYFi2 Receiver, accessories, and/or to your vehicle or other property.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 2 9/22/04 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 4:31 PM Page 3 The Delphi XM® SKYFi2™ Satellite Radio Receiver incorporates an FM transmitter and is therefore classified as an intentional transmitter.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 SKYFi2 improves upon the awardwinning SKYFi Satellite Radio Receiver by offering these new features: • Built-in FM wireless modulator. Listen to XM through any nearby FM radio without using any wires. • 30-Minute Replay. Pause and replay up to 30 minutes of live XM broadcast. • TuneSelect™. Find your favorite songs by song title or artist name if they’re currently playing on any XM channel. 4:31 PM Page 4 • Personalized stock and sports tickers.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 4 9/22/04 4:31 PM Page 5 About Delphi About XM Delphi is a worldwide leader in mobile electronics, vehicle components, and audio technology. Delphi created the first in-dash car radio in 1936 and continues its strong tradition of innovation in the audio industry. Now Delphi technology has helped make satellite radio a reality, and Delphi continues to expand its in-vehicle and consumer electronics technologies.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Contents Getting Started Activating Your SKYFi2 . . . . . . . . . 6 SKYFi2 Receiver Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Display Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Basic Operations Turning SKYFi2 On and Off . . . . Selecting Channels . . . . . . . . . . . Changing the Display . . . . . . . . . Memorizing Song Information . .
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 6 9/22/04 Getting Started Getting Star ted Activating Your SKYFi2 To quickly begin enjoying XM Satellite Radio with your SKYFi2, follow these simple steps: 1. Set up your SKYFi2 Receiver using the installation instructions included in the SKYFi Home Kit, SKYFi Vehicle Kit, Delphi XM SKYFi Marine Kit, any of the available audio systems, or with the help of a professional installer.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 4:31 PM Page 8 Search button SKYFi2 Receiver Receiver Controls Menu button Selects and changes configuration options. Changes search mode between search by category or search by scanning. Pause and replay up to 30 minutes of live XM broadcast. Scroll wheel Previews channels; also selects various menu options. Display button Displays additional information on screen such as stocks or sports scores. XM button Confirms selected channel or menu option.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 4:31 PM Page 9 Indicates that internal FM modulator is turned on and set to an FM frequency Display Screen 8 SKYFi2 Receiver While tuned to an XM channel, the SKYFi2 default display contains information about that channel and the SKYFi2 settings. See figure 2. Mode (DIRECT, Preset A, Preset B, or Preset C) Category name or clock Signal strength indicator (zero to three bars) Your SKYFi2 display can be customized.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 4:31 PM Page 10 Remote Control +- buttons Powers SKYFi2 on and off. Immediately select a different channel (and control volume in some audio systems). 30-Minute Replay buttons Pause and replay up to 30 minutes of live XM broadcast. Jump button Channel button Preset/direct button Previews channels; also selects various menu options. Selects between direct channel entry or up to 30 presets. XM button Number keys Confirms selected channel or menu option.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 10 9/22/04 Basic Operations Warning: When using this product it is always important to keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel. Failure to do so could result in personal injury, death, and/or damage to your SKYFi2 Receiver, accessories, and/or to your vehicle or other property. 4:31 PM Page 11 Basic Operations Turning SKYFi2 On and Off 1. To turn on: press 2. To turn off: press 2 seconds. .
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Page 12 Using Presets There are 30 presets in all: Each bank (A, B, and C) holds 10 presets. Press the “preset/direct” button to select the proper bank. Use these banks to organize your favorite channels or to create separate preset banks for additional users to enjoy. To set a channel preset: 1. Tune to the desired channel. 2. Press the “preset/direct” button until the appropriate “Preset” icon (preset bank A, B, or C) appears in the display. 3.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 4:31 PM Page 13 Changing the Display Press the “display” button to select any one of four screens. 12 Basic Operations Display Option 1 Display Option 2 Default display Scrolls stock ticker at bottom of screen Display Option 3 Display Option 4 Scrolls information extras at bottom of screen Large display of artist and song title Figure 4. SKYFi2 screen displays.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 4:31 PM Page 14 Memorizing Song Information 13 Basic Operations SKYFi2 can remember the artist name and title of the song or programming you are currently listening to. 1. Press and release the “memory” button to save the information of the current song or program. SKYFi2 can remember up to 20 entries, after which any new information that is saved will replace the oldest entry in memory. 2.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Advanced Features Listening to XM Using Any FM Radio 14 Advanced Features SKYFi2 has a built-in wireless FM modulator that transmits the XM audio signal to any nearby FM radio. You can use the wireless FM modulator in a vehicle, in your home, in an office, or even on a boat using the appropriate kit. 4:31 PM Page 15 1. Make sure your SKYFi2 is turned off. Unplug any accessory from SKYFi2’s audio jack. 2. Turn on an FM radio and place it close to your SKYFi2. 3.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Note: If you are traveling long distances, you may need to repeat this procedure periodically if you hear interference from local FM stations. This is due to the differences in the strength of FM stations being broadcast in these areas, and not to any problems associated with your SKYFi2. Page 16 Adjusting the Audio Level The factory default setting should work well in most situations. However, if you hear distortion, you should decrease the audio level.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Auto-On 16 Advanced Features Normally, SKYFi2 turns on whenever it receives power. If SKYFi2 is wired to a power source that is always on, you should disable the “Auto-On” option: 1. Press the “menu” button. 2. Use the scroll wheel (or remote) to select “Auto-On.” Press the “XM” button to confirm selection. 3. Select “Off.” Press the “XM” button to confirm selection. 4. Press the “menu” button to return to the main menu and then again to return to normal operation.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Page 18 Aiming the Home Antenna For the best reception possible, aim the home antenna using the following method: 1. Press the “menu” button. 2. Use the scroll wheel (or remote) to select “Antenna Aiming.” Press the “XM” button to confirm selection. 3. Slowly turn and tilt the antenna. The “Satellite” and “Terrestrial” signal bars will change. Find the position that gives the strongest signal strength on either “Satellite” or “Terrestrial.” 4.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 TuneSelect 18 Advanced Features TuneSelect notifies you when a favorite song or artist is playing on a channel other than the one you are currently listening to. You can choose to search for songs either by song title or by the artist name, configurable in the menu under TuneSelect. 4:31 PM Page 19 To add a song to the TuneSelect list: 1. Press the “menu” button and select the “TuneSelect” option.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Page 20 Stock Ticker SKYFi2 can track up to 20 of your favorite stock symbols, displaying the price and daily movement on the screen.* To add a stock symbol: 1. Press the “menu” button. 2. Use the scroll wheel (or remote) to select “Stock Ticker.” Press the “XM” button to confirm. 3. Select “Add Stocks.” 4. Use the scroll wheel (or remote) to select each letter in the desired stock symbol. Press the “XM” button after each letter.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 20 9/22/04 Advanced Features To delete a stock symbol: 1. Press the “menu” button. 2. Use the scroll wheel (or remote) to select “Stock Ticker.” Press the “XM” button to confirm. 3. Select “Erase Stocks.” 4. SKYFi2 gives you a choice of deleting individual or all symbols. Use the scroll wheel (or remote) and the “XM” button to make your choice. 5. Press the “menu” button to return to the main menu and then again to return to normal operation.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Page 22 4. To exit 30-Minute Replay and return to the live XM broadcast, press and hold the button until SKYFi2 displays “LIVE” at the top of the screen. To pause a song: 1. Press the button. The word “PAUSE” appears in the display. 2. To resume playback from where you had paused, press the button again. 3. To return to the live XM broadcast, press and hold the button until SKYFi2 beeps and displays “LIVE” at the top of the screen.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Direct Tune 22 Advanced Features Normally, you can use the scroll wheel (or the remote’s up and down buttons) to preview the artists and song titles on other channels. You must press the “XM” button to tune to the desired channel. To change this so that you do not have to press the “XM” button and SKYFi2 behaves like an FM radio or television, change the “Direct Tune” option to “On.” 1. Press the “menu” button. 2.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Page 24 To scan all channels: 1. Press the “menu” button. Select “Search Mode,” then select “Search by Scanning.” Return to normal operation by pressing the “menu” button. 2. Press the “preset/direct” button to select direct mode. 3. Press the “search” button. SKYFi2 plays each channel for 5 seconds, then advances to the next channel. 4. Press the “search” button again to stop scanning.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Skipping Channels While Tuning 24 Advanced Features You can choose to skip over certain channels when using the scroll wheel. 1. Press the “menu” button. 2. Use the scroll wheel (or remote) to select “Channel Skip/Add.” Press the “XM” button to confirm. 3. SKYFi2 displays a list of channels. In front of each channel is a “+” (meaning the channel is not skipped) or a “-“ (meaning the channel is skipped). 4.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 4:31 PM Page 26 Restoring Factory Defaults 1. Press the “menu” button. 2. Use the scroll wheel (or remote) to select “Set Clock.” Press the “XM” button to confirm. 3. You can use a 12-hour or 24-hour (“military” time) format. Use the scroll wheel (or remote) and “XM” button to make your choice. 4. Use the scroll wheel (or remote) to choose your local time zone. You can also choose whether or not to adjust settings for daylight-saving time.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Setting the Display Screen Mode 26 Advanced Features You may change the appearance of the display to suit your preference, or to improve visibility in bright sunlight or cold weather by disabling the scrolling text to allow information to be viewed without scrolling. 1. Press the “menu” button. 2. Use the scroll wheel (or remote) to select “Display Screen Mode.” Press the “XM” button to confirm. 4:31 PM Page 27 3.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Reference Care of Your SKYFi2 Page 28 Accessories (sold separately) There are various accessories available for your SKYFi2. Consult your local retailer or www.delphi.com or www.xmradio.com for availability. Vehicle Adaptor Kit by Delphi (SA10102) Use the Vehicle Kit to install SKYFi2 in another vehicle. Includes an antenna, 12V power adaptor, cradle, and various mounts. Home Adaptor Kit by Delphi (SA10103) Allows you to use SKYFi2 in your home or office.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Troubleshooting 28 Reference SKYFi2 is designed and built to provide you with trouble-free performance without the need for servicing. If it does not appear to be functioning properly, follow these troubleshooting steps first to try to remedy the situation yourself: 1. Attach all connections firmly and securely. 2. Make sure the cigarette lighter/auxiliary power socket is clean and free of corrosion. 4:31 PM Page 29 3.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 4:31 PM Page 30 You should: You do not receive all XM channels you have subscribed to. Contact XM Satellite Radio (see page 6). Audio sounds distorted. Reduce audio output level (see page 15). Audio is too soft. Increase audio output level (see page 15). You cannot tune to a channel. Check that you have not chosen to skip that channel (see page 24). If the problem persists, contact XM Satellite Radio at 1.800.967.2346.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Contacting Technical Support and Customer Service 30 Reference For additional information in solving problems with your SKYFi2, contact Delphi at 1.877.GO DELPHI (1.877.463.3574). • Customer Service: Monday—Friday, 8:00 a.m.—4:30 p.m. Eastern Time • Technical Support: Monday—Friday, 8:00 a.m.—8:00 p.m. Eastern Time Customer service and technical support are also available at www.delphi.com. 4:31 PM Page 31 Technical Information Dimensions SKYFi2 Receiver: 4.65 in.
SKYFi2 User Manual Keys_Eng 9/22/04 Delphi will not be responsible for damage resulting from any (i) deviation from Delphi’s operating instructions as printed in Delphi’s catalog or on any packaging, labels, or other literature provided with a Product, (ii) installation of a Product in a manner which is inconsistent with Delphi’s Page 32 written instructions, (iii) alteration or modification of a Product, (iv) misuse, (v) neglect, (vi) abuse, (vii) accident, (viii) normal wear and tear, (ix) commercial
