Hey thanks Frank, much appreciated. I thought it would be the same scheme
for both satellite thingies.
Now I know. One less mystery in my world....
Tomes

"FrankW" <fworm@norpak.ca> wrote in message
news:7sqdnf5VG9n7NlLZnZ2dnUVZ_oKdnZ2d@magma.ca...
> Every radio has an internal serial number.
> Imbeded into the digital signal they awake your radio's brain
> by sending the serial number over the satelite,
> then command it (your radio) to turn off.
> Same way as a pay tv box.
>
> Tomes wrote:
>> Hi Kate,
>> I always wondered this, not having it: How do they know when your
>> subscription runs out? Does the unit just turn off or something? What
>> happens/how does this work?
>> Tomes
>>
>> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message
>> news:cpSyg.27273$Nt.20646@bignews8.bellsouth.net.. .
>>
>>>"QX" <nomail@nospam.com> wrote in message
>>>news:q5jnc29ik56qfjfr2dkttbntcij8qmkkj7@4ax.com ...
>>>
>>>>I am planning to get a new Liberty next model year.
>>>>I see on the Jeep website that Daimler-Chrysler has an exclusive with
>>>>Sirius Satellite Radio, but I currently have XM-Radio, and prefer it
>>>>after sampling both online.
>>>>Anyone have any experience with installing an XM capable radio into a
>>>>Liberty? Crutchfield does not list anything as compatible direct dash
>>>>replacements for the Libby.
>>>>Does the 6 disc AM/FM model Jeep radio have separate input/output
>>>>jacks so I can direcly connect the XM output without having to use an
>>>>FM Modulator? I wish Daimler-Chrysler would give consumers a choice
>>>>and offer a choice between XM & Sirius compatible radios, but I guess
>>>>they got a deal with Sirius to be an exclusive.
>>>>Your comments are appreciated.
>>>>Thanks
>>>
>>>My personal experience is only what I can offer and most if it may be of
>>>little help to you.
>>>I do not know if there are jacks in the back, but there is nothing in the
>>>front. The Sirius is built in, in as far as being one of the selections
>>>on the 'mode' button.
>>>
>>>The 6 disk unit is able to swap from one Jeep to another. I took mine
>>>from my 06 liberty when I traded it in on my 06 Rubicon, it was a direct
>>>swap, no alterations of any kind were needed.
>>>"Prug and Pray"
>>>
>>>I hope that you DO get the information, and when you do, PLEASE post it
>>>in a thread. When my Sirius free year runs out, I will likely make the
>>>switch too.
>>>We have only Satellite TV out here in the boonies, and get XM as a part
>>>of our package, it is MUCH better than Sirius I think.
>>>
>>>I agree, I think DC should give us a choice or the ability to easily make
>>>the switch.
>>>
>>>Best of luck to you!
>>>
>>>Kate
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>>
>

 

Hey thanks Frank, much appreciated. I thought it would be the same scheme
for both satellite thingies.
Now I know. One less mystery in my world....
Tomes

"FrankW" <fworm@norpak.ca> wrote in message
news:7sqdnf5VG9n7NlLZnZ2dnUVZ_oKdnZ2d@magma.ca...
> Every radio has an internal serial number.
> Imbeded into the digital signal they awake your radio's brain
> by sending the serial number over the satelite,
> then command it (your radio) to turn off.
> Same way as a pay tv box.
>
> Tomes wrote:
>> Hi Kate,
>> I always wondered this, not having it: How do they know when your
>> subscription runs out? Does the unit just turn off or something? What
>> happens/how does this work?
>> Tomes
>>
>> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message
>> news:cpSyg.27273$Nt.20646@bignews8.bellsouth.net.. .
>>
>>>"QX" <nomail@nospam.com> wrote in message
>>>news:q5jnc29ik56qfjfr2dkttbntcij8qmkkj7@4ax.com ...
>>>
>>>>I am planning to get a new Liberty next model year.
>>>>I see on the Jeep website that Daimler-Chrysler has an exclusive with
>>>>Sirius Satellite Radio, but I currently have XM-Radio, and prefer it
>>>>after sampling both online.
>>>>Anyone have any experience with installing an XM capable radio into a
>>>>Liberty? Crutchfield does not list anything as compatible direct dash
>>>>replacements for the Libby.
>>>>Does the 6 disc AM/FM model Jeep radio have separate input/output
>>>>jacks so I can direcly connect the XM output without having to use an
>>>>FM Modulator? I wish Daimler-Chrysler would give consumers a choice
>>>>and offer a choice between XM & Sirius compatible radios, but I guess
>>>>they got a deal with Sirius to be an exclusive.
>>>>Your comments are appreciated.
>>>>Thanks
>>>
>>>My personal experience is only what I can offer and most if it may be of
>>>little help to you.
>>>I do not know if there are jacks in the back, but there is nothing in the
>>>front. The Sirius is built in, in as far as being one of the selections
>>>on the 'mode' button.
>>>
>>>The 6 disk unit is able to swap from one Jeep to another. I took mine
>>>from my 06 liberty when I traded it in on my 06 Rubicon, it was a direct
>>>swap, no alterations of any kind were needed.
>>>"Prug and Pray"
>>>
>>>I hope that you DO get the information, and when you do, PLEASE post it
>>>in a thread. When my Sirius free year runs out, I will likely make the
>>>switch too.
>>>We have only Satellite TV out here in the boonies, and get XM as a part
>>>of our package, it is MUCH better than Sirius I think.
>>>
>>>I agree, I think DC should give us a choice or the ability to easily make
>>>the switch.
>>>
>>>Best of luck to you!
>>>
>>>Kate
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>>
>

 

Hey thanks Frank, much appreciated. I thought it would be the same scheme
for both satellite thingies.
Now I know. One less mystery in my world....
Tomes

"FrankW" <fworm@norpak.ca> wrote in message
news:7sqdnf5VG9n7NlLZnZ2dnUVZ_oKdnZ2d@magma.ca...
> Every radio has an internal serial number.
> Imbeded into the digital signal they awake your radio's brain
> by sending the serial number over the satelite,
> then command it (your radio) to turn off.
> Same way as a pay tv box.
>
> Tomes wrote:
>> Hi Kate,
>> I always wondered this, not having it: How do they know when your
>> subscription runs out? Does the unit just turn off or something? What
>> happens/how does this work?
>> Tomes
>>
>> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message
>> news:cpSyg.27273$Nt.20646@bignews8.bellsouth.net.. .
>>
>>>"QX" <nomail@nospam.com> wrote in message
>>>news:q5jnc29ik56qfjfr2dkttbntcij8qmkkj7@4ax.com ...
>>>
>>>>I am planning to get a new Liberty next model year.
>>>>I see on the Jeep website that Daimler-Chrysler has an exclusive with
>>>>Sirius Satellite Radio, but I currently have XM-Radio, and prefer it
>>>>after sampling both online.
>>>>Anyone have any experience with installing an XM capable radio into a
>>>>Liberty? Crutchfield does not list anything as compatible direct dash
>>>>replacements for the Libby.
>>>>Does the 6 disc AM/FM model Jeep radio have separate input/output
>>>>jacks so I can direcly connect the XM output without having to use an
>>>>FM Modulator? I wish Daimler-Chrysler would give consumers a choice
>>>>and offer a choice between XM & Sirius compatible radios, but I guess
>>>>they got a deal with Sirius to be an exclusive.
>>>>Your comments are appreciated.
>>>>Thanks
>>>
>>>My personal experience is only what I can offer and most if it may be of
>>>little help to you.
>>>I do not know if there are jacks in the back, but there is nothing in the
>>>front. The Sirius is built in, in as far as being one of the selections
>>>on the 'mode' button.
>>>
>>>The 6 disk unit is able to swap from one Jeep to another. I took mine
>>>from my 06 liberty when I traded it in on my 06 Rubicon, it was a direct
>>>swap, no alterations of any kind were needed.
>>>"Prug and Pray"
>>>
>>>I hope that you DO get the information, and when you do, PLEASE post it
>>>in a thread. When my Sirius free year runs out, I will likely make the
>>>switch too.
>>>We have only Satellite TV out here in the boonies, and get XM as a part
>>>of our package, it is MUCH better than Sirius I think.
>>>
>>>I agree, I think DC should give us a choice or the ability to easily make
>>>the switch.
>>>
>>>Best of luck to you!
>>>
>>>Kate
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>>
>

 

Unknown...
Like I said, prolly like the satellite TV people.


"Tomes" <askme@here.net> wrote in message
news:ZONzg.6738$gF6.1978@newsread2.news.pas.earthl ink.net...
> Thanks - murky at best. I just wonder how exactly they do it and keep
> track of what to turn off and how to do it. I keep wondering.
> Tomes
>
> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message
> news:Y3Mzg.30114$ZH1.12923@bignews4.bellsouth.net. ..
>> Hi You,
>> Ya know... I just don't know.
>> Particularly in my situation.
>>
>> It goes like this. I bought the Liberty, activated the radio. It has a
>> specific number on/in it and they have you press a key combination to get
>> it when you register. Then they do something at the Satellite service
>> location that turns it on to receive more than just their promo channel.
>>
>> Ok, so THAT stereo unit's cd changer went bad and was replaced on
>> warranty. I never activated the new one, but it works. Then, the
>> Rooobeee- kahn came with a single disc changer and I wanted the 6 disk.
>> The dealership asked me if I would let them just put the one in from my
>> liberty. I agreed since it was only about a week or two old. Again, it
>> still got the signal with no action taken from me.
>>
>> Since the first one was returned I have been unable to login to my Sirius
>> account (they give you one free year with the purchase of the vehicle)
>> with my old information.
>>
>> I'm hoping that somehow it slipped through the cracks. That would be less
>> than honest I know, but I'd still love a free subscription.
>> I guess if it stops working, I'll find out soon enough!
>>
>> Actually, now that I think of it, when I activated the first one, they
>> asked me for billing information. Name address and so on. So they must
>> have some sort of record keeping and then the ability to contact the
>> radio via satellite (like DishNet TV) to turn it off.
>>
>> Kate
>>
>> "Tomes" <askme@here.net> wrote in message
>> news:8Jzzg.785$xp2.504@newsread1.news.pas.earthlin k.net...
>>> Hi Kate,
>>> I always wondered this, not having it: How do they know when your
>>> subscription runs out? Does the unit just turn off or something? What
>>> happens/how does this work?
>>> Tomes
>>>
>>> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message
>>> news:cpSyg.27273$Nt.20646@bignews8.bellsouth.net.. .
>>>>
>>>> "QX" <nomail@nospam.com> wrote in message
>>>> news:q5jnc29ik56qfjfr2dkttbntcij8qmkkj7@4ax.com...
>>>>>I am planning to get a new Liberty next model year.
>>>>> I see on the Jeep website that Daimler-Chrysler has an exclusive with
>>>>> Sirius Satellite Radio, but I currently have XM-Radio, and prefer it
>>>>> after sampling both online.
>>>>> Anyone have any experience with installing an XM capable radio into a
>>>>> Liberty? Crutchfield does not list anything as compatible direct dash
>>>>> replacements for the Libby.
>>>>> Does the 6 disc AM/FM model Jeep radio have separate input/output
>>>>> jacks so I can direcly connect the XM output without having to use an
>>>>> FM Modulator? I wish Daimler-Chrysler would give consumers a choice
>>>>> and offer a choice between XM & Sirius compatible radios, but I guess
>>>>> they got a deal with Sirius to be an exclusive.
>>>>> Your comments are appreciated.
>>>>> Thanks
>>>>
>>>> My personal experience is only what I can offer and most if it may be
>>>> of little help to you.
>>>> I do not know if there are jacks in the back, but there is nothing in
>>>> the front. The Sirius is built in, in as far as being one of the
>>>> selections on the 'mode' button.
>>>>
>>>> The 6 disk unit is able to swap from one Jeep to another. I took mine
>>>> from my 06 liberty when I traded it in on my 06 Rubicon, it was a
>>>> direct swap, no alterations of any kind were needed.
>>>> "Prug and Pray"
>>>>
>>>> I hope that you DO get the information, and when you do, PLEASE post it
>>>> in a thread. When my Sirius free year runs out, I will likely make the
>>>> switch too.
>>>> We have only Satellite TV out here in the boonies, and get XM as a part
>>>> of our package, it is MUCH better than Sirius I think.
>>>>
>>>> I agree, I think DC should give us a choice or the ability to easily
>>>> make the switch.
>>>>
>>>> Best of luck to you!
>>>>
>>>> Kate
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

 

Unknown...
Like I said, prolly like the satellite TV people.


"Tomes" <askme@here.net> wrote in message
news:ZONzg.6738$gF6.1978@newsread2.news.pas.earthl ink.net...
> Thanks - murky at best. I just wonder how exactly they do it and keep
> track of what to turn off and how to do it. I keep wondering.
> Tomes
>
> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message
> news:Y3Mzg.30114$ZH1.12923@bignews4.bellsouth.net. ..
>> Hi You,
>> Ya know... I just don't know.
>> Particularly in my situation.
>>
>> It goes like this. I bought the Liberty, activated the radio. It has a
>> specific number on/in it and they have you press a key combination to get
>> it when you register. Then they do something at the Satellite service
>> location that turns it on to receive more than just their promo channel.
>>
>> Ok, so THAT stereo unit's cd changer went bad and was replaced on
>> warranty. I never activated the new one, but it works. Then, the
>> Rooobeee- kahn came with a single disc changer and I wanted the 6 disk.
>> The dealership asked me if I would let them just put the one in from my
>> liberty. I agreed since it was only about a week or two old. Again, it
>> still got the signal with no action taken from me.
>>
>> Since the first one was returned I have been unable to login to my Sirius
>> account (they give you one free year with the purchase of the vehicle)
>> with my old information.
>>
>> I'm hoping that somehow it slipped through the cracks. That would be less
>> than honest I know, but I'd still love a free subscription.
>> I guess if it stops working, I'll find out soon enough!
>>
>> Actually, now that I think of it, when I activated the first one, they
>> asked me for billing information. Name address and so on. So they must
>> have some sort of record keeping and then the ability to contact the
>> radio via satellite (like DishNet TV) to turn it off.
>>
>> Kate
>>
>> "Tomes" <askme@here.net> wrote in message
>> news:8Jzzg.785$xp2.504@newsread1.news.pas.earthlin k.net...
>>> Hi Kate,
>>> I always wondered this, not having it: How do they know when your
>>> subscription runs out? Does the unit just turn off or something? What
>>> happens/how does this work?
>>> Tomes
>>>
>>> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message
>>> news:cpSyg.27273$Nt.20646@bignews8.bellsouth.net.. .
>>>>
>>>> "QX" <nomail@nospam.com> wrote in message
>>>> news:q5jnc29ik56qfjfr2dkttbntcij8qmkkj7@4ax.com...
>>>>>I am planning to get a new Liberty next model year.
>>>>> I see on the Jeep website that Daimler-Chrysler has an exclusive with
>>>>> Sirius Satellite Radio, but I currently have XM-Radio, and prefer it
>>>>> after sampling both online.
>>>>> Anyone have any experience with installing an XM capable radio into a
>>>>> Liberty? Crutchfield does not list anything as compatible direct dash
>>>>> replacements for the Libby.
>>>>> Does the 6 disc AM/FM model Jeep radio have separate input/output
>>>>> jacks so I can direcly connect the XM output without having to use an
>>>>> FM Modulator? I wish Daimler-Chrysler would give consumers a choice
>>>>> and offer a choice between XM & Sirius compatible radios, but I guess
>>>>> they got a deal with Sirius to be an exclusive.
>>>>> Your comments are appreciated.
>>>>> Thanks
>>>>
>>>> My personal experience is only what I can offer and most if it may be
>>>> of little help to you.
>>>> I do not know if there are jacks in the back, but there is nothing in
>>>> the front. The Sirius is built in, in as far as being one of the
>>>> selections on the 'mode' button.
>>>>
>>>> The 6 disk unit is able to swap from one Jeep to another. I took mine
>>>> from my 06 liberty when I traded it in on my 06 Rubicon, it was a
>>>> direct swap, no alterations of any kind were needed.
>>>> "Prug and Pray"
>>>>
>>>> I hope that you DO get the information, and when you do, PLEASE post it
>>>> in a thread. When my Sirius free year runs out, I will likely make the
>>>> switch too.
>>>> We have only Satellite TV out here in the boonies, and get XM as a part
>>>> of our package, it is MUCH better than Sirius I think.
>>>>
>>>> I agree, I think DC should give us a choice or the ability to easily
>>>> make the switch.
>>>>
>>>> Best of luck to you!
>>>>
>>>> Kate
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

 

Unknown...
Like I said, prolly like the satellite TV people.


"Tomes" <askme@here.net> wrote in message
news:ZONzg.6738$gF6.1978@newsread2.news.pas.earthl ink.net...
> Thanks - murky at best. I just wonder how exactly they do it and keep
> track of what to turn off and how to do it. I keep wondering.
> Tomes
>
> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message
> news:Y3Mzg.30114$ZH1.12923@bignews4.bellsouth.net. ..
>> Hi You,
>> Ya know... I just don't know.
>> Particularly in my situation.
>>
>> It goes like this. I bought the Liberty, activated the radio. It has a
>> specific number on/in it and they have you press a key combination to get
>> it when you register. Then they do something at the Satellite service
>> location that turns it on to receive more than just their promo channel.
>>
>> Ok, so THAT stereo unit's cd changer went bad and was replaced on
>> warranty. I never activated the new one, but it works. Then, the
>> Rooobeee- kahn came with a single disc changer and I wanted the 6 disk.
>> The dealership asked me if I would let them just put the one in from my
>> liberty. I agreed since it was only about a week or two old. Again, it
>> still got the signal with no action taken from me.
>>
>> Since the first one was returned I have been unable to login to my Sirius
>> account (they give you one free year with the purchase of the vehicle)
>> with my old information.
>>
>> I'm hoping that somehow it slipped through the cracks. That would be less
>> than honest I know, but I'd still love a free subscription.
>> I guess if it stops working, I'll find out soon enough!
>>
>> Actually, now that I think of it, when I activated the first one, they
>> asked me for billing information. Name address and so on. So they must
>> have some sort of record keeping and then the ability to contact the
>> radio via satellite (like DishNet TV) to turn it off.
>>
>> Kate
>>
>> "Tomes" <askme@here.net> wrote in message
>> news:8Jzzg.785$xp2.504@newsread1.news.pas.earthlin k.net...
>>> Hi Kate,
>>> I always wondered this, not having it: How do they know when your
>>> subscription runs out? Does the unit just turn off or something? What
>>> happens/how does this work?
>>> Tomes
>>>
>>> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message
>>> news:cpSyg.27273$Nt.20646@bignews8.bellsouth.net.. .
>>>>
>>>> "QX" <nomail@nospam.com> wrote in message
>>>> news:q5jnc29ik56qfjfr2dkttbntcij8qmkkj7@4ax.com...
>>>>>I am planning to get a new Liberty next model year.
>>>>> I see on the Jeep website that Daimler-Chrysler has an exclusive with
>>>>> Sirius Satellite Radio, but I currently have XM-Radio, and prefer it
>>>>> after sampling both online.
>>>>> Anyone have any experience with installing an XM capable radio into a
>>>>> Liberty? Crutchfield does not list anything as compatible direct dash
>>>>> replacements for the Libby.
>>>>> Does the 6 disc AM/FM model Jeep radio have separate input/output
>>>>> jacks so I can direcly connect the XM output without having to use an
>>>>> FM Modulator? I wish Daimler-Chrysler would give consumers a choice
>>>>> and offer a choice between XM & Sirius compatible radios, but I guess
>>>>> they got a deal with Sirius to be an exclusive.
>>>>> Your comments are appreciated.
>>>>> Thanks
>>>>
>>>> My personal experience is only what I can offer and most if it may be
>>>> of little help to you.
>>>> I do not know if there are jacks in the back, but there is nothing in
>>>> the front. The Sirius is built in, in as far as being one of the
>>>> selections on the 'mode' button.
>>>>
>>>> The 6 disk unit is able to swap from one Jeep to another. I took mine
>>>> from my 06 liberty when I traded it in on my 06 Rubicon, it was a
>>>> direct swap, no alterations of any kind were needed.
>>>> "Prug and Pray"
>>>>
>>>> I hope that you DO get the information, and when you do, PLEASE post it
>>>> in a thread. When my Sirius free year runs out, I will likely make the
>>>> switch too.
>>>> We have only Satellite TV out here in the boonies, and get XM as a part
>>>> of our package, it is MUCH better than Sirius I think.
>>>>
>>>> I agree, I think DC should give us a choice or the ability to easily
>>>> make the switch.
>>>>
>>>> Best of luck to you!
>>>>
>>>> Kate
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

 

Unknown...
Like I said, prolly like the satellite TV people.


"Tomes" <askme@here.net> wrote in message
news:ZONzg.6738$gF6.1978@newsread2.news.pas.earthl ink.net...
> Thanks - murky at best. I just wonder how exactly they do it and keep
> track of what to turn off and how to do it. I keep wondering.
> Tomes
>
> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message
> news:Y3Mzg.30114$ZH1.12923@bignews4.bellsouth.net. ..
>> Hi You,
>> Ya know... I just don't know.
>> Particularly in my situation.
>>
>> It goes like this. I bought the Liberty, activated the radio. It has a
>> specific number on/in it and they have you press a key combination to get
>> it when you register. Then they do something at the Satellite service
>> location that turns it on to receive more than just their promo channel.
>>
>> Ok, so THAT stereo unit's cd changer went bad and was replaced on
>> warranty. I never activated the new one, but it works. Then, the
>> Rooobeee- kahn came with a single disc changer and I wanted the 6 disk.
>> The dealership asked me if I would let them just put the one in from my
>> liberty. I agreed since it was only about a week or two old. Again, it
>> still got the signal with no action taken from me.
>>
>> Since the first one was returned I have been unable to login to my Sirius
>> account (they give you one free year with the purchase of the vehicle)
>> with my old information.
>>
>> I'm hoping that somehow it slipped through the cracks. That would be less
>> than honest I know, but I'd still love a free subscription.
>> I guess if it stops working, I'll find out soon enough!
>>
>> Actually, now that I think of it, when I activated the first one, they
>> asked me for billing information. Name address and so on. So they must
>> have some sort of record keeping and then the ability to contact the
>> radio via satellite (like DishNet TV) to turn it off.
>>
>> Kate
>>
>> "Tomes" <askme@here.net> wrote in message
>> news:8Jzzg.785$xp2.504@newsread1.news.pas.earthlin k.net...
>>> Hi Kate,
>>> I always wondered this, not having it: How do they know when your
>>> subscription runs out? Does the unit just turn off or something? What
>>> happens/how does this work?
>>> Tomes
>>>
>>> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message
>>> news:cpSyg.27273$Nt.20646@bignews8.bellsouth.net.. .
>>>>
>>>> "QX" <nomail@nospam.com> wrote in message
>>>> news:q5jnc29ik56qfjfr2dkttbntcij8qmkkj7@4ax.com...
>>>>>I am planning to get a new Liberty next model year.
>>>>> I see on the Jeep website that Daimler-Chrysler has an exclusive with
>>>>> Sirius Satellite Radio, but I currently have XM-Radio, and prefer it
>>>>> after sampling both online.
>>>>> Anyone have any experience with installing an XM capable radio into a
>>>>> Liberty? Crutchfield does not list anything as compatible direct dash
>>>>> replacements for the Libby.
>>>>> Does the 6 disc AM/FM model Jeep radio have separate input/output
>>>>> jacks so I can direcly connect the XM output without having to use an
>>>>> FM Modulator? I wish Daimler-Chrysler would give consumers a choice
>>>>> and offer a choice between XM & Sirius compatible radios, but I guess
>>>>> they got a deal with Sirius to be an exclusive.
>>>>> Your comments are appreciated.
>>>>> Thanks
>>>>
>>>> My personal experience is only what I can offer and most if it may be
>>>> of little help to you.
>>>> I do not know if there are jacks in the back, but there is nothing in
>>>> the front. The Sirius is built in, in as far as being one of the
>>>> selections on the 'mode' button.
>>>>
>>>> The 6 disk unit is able to swap from one Jeep to another. I took mine
>>>> from my 06 liberty when I traded it in on my 06 Rubicon, it was a
>>>> direct swap, no alterations of any kind were needed.
>>>> "Prug and Pray"
>>>>
>>>> I hope that you DO get the information, and when you do, PLEASE post it
>>>> in a thread. When my Sirius free year runs out, I will likely make the
>>>> switch too.
>>>> We have only Satellite TV out here in the boonies, and get XM as a part
>>>> of our package, it is MUCH better than Sirius I think.
>>>>
>>>> I agree, I think DC should give us a choice or the ability to easily
>>>> make the switch.
>>>>
>>>> Best of luck to you!
>>>>
>>>> Kate
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

 

"JeepXJ" <xj2001jeep@yahoo.com> wrote in message
news:1154398659.982923.70420@s13g2000cwa.googlegro ups.com...
>I just traded my 01 XJ in on an 06 TJ 65th Anniversary Edition with
> Sirius already installed. Just a month before trading I purchased the
> Roady XT XM receiver to go in the XJ and was really disappointed in the
> fidelity of the sound. I tried using the FM station and the cassette,
> too. Both means sound the same... very mono! A couple of the
> commercial stations sounded good, but no where as good as DirecTV's
> feed of XM. The Sirius unit in my new TJ sounds GREAT! I have really
> enjoyed having the selection that comes with Sirius, more than I
> thought I would originally... hence the purchase of the XM to begin
> with. I would suggest giving a Sirius a try if you buy one
> pre-installed. You will most likely get a free year of service...
> don't trust the online samples. Their sound is totally dependent on
> your connection to the web. Avoid Howard Stern's channels though...
> it's 10X worse that E!'s programming.
>


I'm glad to hear your experience on this, it makes me feel a little less
like the grass is greener on the other side of the - err - satellite...???

 

"JeepXJ" <xj2001jeep@yahoo.com> wrote in message
news:1154398659.982923.70420@s13g2000cwa.googlegro ups.com...
>I just traded my 01 XJ in on an 06 TJ 65th Anniversary Edition with
> Sirius already installed. Just a month before trading I purchased the
> Roady XT XM receiver to go in the XJ and was really disappointed in the
> fidelity of the sound. I tried using the FM station and the cassette,
> too. Both means sound the same... very mono! A couple of the
> commercial stations sounded good, but no where as good as DirecTV's
> feed of XM. The Sirius unit in my new TJ sounds GREAT! I have really
> enjoyed having the selection that comes with Sirius, more than I
> thought I would originally... hence the purchase of the XM to begin
> with. I would suggest giving a Sirius a try if you buy one
> pre-installed. You will most likely get a free year of service...
> don't trust the online samples. Their sound is totally dependent on
> your connection to the web. Avoid Howard Stern's channels though...
> it's 10X worse that E!'s programming.
>


I'm glad to hear your experience on this, it makes me feel a little less
like the grass is greener on the other side of the - err - satellite...???

 

"JeepXJ" <xj2001jeep@yahoo.com> wrote in message
news:1154398659.982923.70420@s13g2000cwa.googlegro ups.com...
>I just traded my 01 XJ in on an 06 TJ 65th Anniversary Edition with
> Sirius already installed. Just a month before trading I purchased the
> Roady XT XM receiver to go in the XJ and was really disappointed in the
> fidelity of the sound. I tried using the FM station and the cassette,
> too. Both means sound the same... very mono! A couple of the
> commercial stations sounded good, but no where as good as DirecTV's
> feed of XM. The Sirius unit in my new TJ sounds GREAT! I have really
> enjoyed having the selection that comes with Sirius, more than I
> thought I would originally... hence the purchase of the XM to begin
> with. I would suggest giving a Sirius a try if you buy one
> pre-installed. You will most likely get a free year of service...
> don't trust the online samples. Their sound is totally dependent on
> your connection to the web. Avoid Howard Stern's channels though...
> it's 10X worse that E!'s programming.
>


I'm glad to hear your experience on this, it makes me feel a little less
like the grass is greener on the other side of the - err - satellite...???