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Can I use my radio for satellite radio or do I need a special kind of radio for that?
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∙ 13y ago
Satellite radio requires a special receiver to receive the signal from the satellite. If you do not already have a satellite radio you may be able to install one with your installed radio if you have a open auxiliary jack, otherwise you will likely need to replace your radio.
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∙ 13y ago
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Why can't I get AM stations on my XM radio?
XM is a satellite radio and comes to you via satellite. AM doesn't need to use satellite to broadcast it uses a radio band. If AM needed satellite we wouldn't have had it since the 1920's.
Do all satellite radios need subscription?
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What kind of dishes do radio telescopes use?
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Why cant you tune the radio to pokeflute in silver?
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Can a subscription satellite radio be listened to on different continents?
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Which Yamaha receiver is best for satellite radio you do not need surround sound?
The Yamaha R-S700 is their best stereo receiver with Sirius satellite capability. It is not a surround receiver.
What equipment do I need to pick up Sirius radio stations?
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How do you add satellite radio to a Mercedes Benz E320 2004 factory radio?
You need to install a sat radio control unit. You then need to put it into the fiber optic loop. Then you have to program comand head unit and configure the fiber optic specified values.
