Xact XTR1 Sirius Satellite Plug and Play Receiver

Xact XTR1 Sirius Satellite Plug and Play Receiver Review

Xact XTR1 Sirius Satellite Plug and Play Receiver Feature

• Preset tuner scans up to 18 stored streams
• User-Selectable Search - Search by stream name, capture and store up to 20 artists and song titles, while skipping streams when stepping up & down
• Stereo line level audio output, via industry-standard connectors
• Multi-channel wireless stereo FM connection via 6-channel modulator/transmitter and antenna system
• Parental Controls allow administrators to passcode-protect streams form other users

The Xact XTR1 Sirius Satellite Plug and Play Receiver is a palm-sized portable Sirius Satellite tuner that will give you endless hours of Sirius Satellite programming. With the XTR1, along with a subscription to the Sirius Satellite Radio Network (sold separately), you'll have access to 13 categories, including music, sports, talk, entertainment and more from Sirius.

The XTR1 features an 18-channel preset capability, a built-in wireless FM transmitter, wireless remote, and stereo headphone jack with volume control. If you have kids, a parental control will help you to control the content they listen to. Use the illuminated keyboard and control buttons to search by artist name, song title, or category. And a satellite-updated real-time clock, built into the receiver, will keep you on time wherever you're going.

Note: You must subscribe to Sirius Satellite Radio to receive the satellite radio signal.

What's in the Box
XTR-1 Sirius satellite tuner, wireless remote control, two AAA batteries, and user's guide. XACT COMMUNICATIONS XTR1 Palm Sized Portable SIRIUS Satellite Tuner - The XTR1 is a palm-sized portable Sirius Satellite Tuner for enjoying Sirius wherever you go. Enjoy 105 streams of satellite radio programming in 13 categories. Whether you like music from foreign lands, news from across the globe, or sports commentary -- Sirius offers all of it, 100% commercial-free. This Plug & Play Receiver offers multiple control options for choosing your favorite stations and hearing them anywhere! Software-controlled channel selection Headphone jack supports 2-stereo headphone sets with optional Y connector Sleep Timer schedules automatic shut-offs Wireless IR remote control offers additional sub-menu options Amber backlit display with illuminated keypad and control buttons Optional Home, Portable and Car Kits for use wherever you go are required (not included) In order to receive Sirius satellite radio broadcasts, a monthly subscription to Sirius is required. Information is enclosed in product packaging

SIRIUS Sportster 5 Satellite Radio Receiver with Vehicle Kit

SIRIUS Sportster 5 Satellite Radio Receiver with Vehicle Kit Review

SIRIUS Sportster 5 Satellite Radio Receiver with Vehicle Kit Feature

• Advanced Sirius satellite radio receiver for use in car and home
• Easy-to-read, six-line (2.7-inch multicolor) display simultaneously shows channel name and number, category, artist name, song title, time
• Game Alert prompts you when favorite sports teams play on Sirius
• Instant replay function to pause, rewind, and replay up to 60 minutes of live radio
• 90-day warranty

Amazon.com Product Description With a stylish new gun-metal grey finish, the Sportster 5 satellite radio receiver sports a new slim profile while still maintaining the same great features for which the Sportster series is known. Highlights include a large, multicolor, easy-to-read 6-line display, plus a rotary tuning knob for added convenience. The Sportster 5, conveniently transportable between home and car, is easy to use and features Sirius' universal dock for simple installation. Optional universal accessory docking kits and audio systems conveniently allow for use in the home, boat, office, and multiple vehicles.

The Sportster 5 features a large, easy-to-read 6-line display, and a gun-metal grey finish. View larger.

Move your music effortlessly between car, home, or office.

An easy-to-read, six-line, 2.7-inch multi-color display helps keep tabs on the channel name and number, category, artist name, song title, and time simultaneously. The receiver also lets you program up to 30 presets of your favorite streams, as well as search by stream, artist name, song title, or category. And with a quick press of the one-touch jump button, you can instantly switch between traffic and weather reports for your city and any of your preset music, news, or entertainment channels. Other programming details include an S-Seek function that stores your favorite artists and songs and alerts you when one is playing on any of the music channels, direct station tuning via the numeric buttons, and a channel lock option. Time functions include an onscreen clock, alarm, and sleep timer, as well as a program alert that allows the unit to switch to a preprogrammed stream at a selected time.

The Sportster 5 really earns its stripes, however, with its variety of enhanced features designed specifically for sports lovers. The Game Alert feature prompts you when your favorite NFL or other sports teams are playing on Sirius. The Game Zone lists all of your favorite teams in one virtual category and lets you select a different team from each of the various sports leagues, including the NFL, NBA, NHL, and college sports. And what sports fan could do without the Sportster's instant replay function, which lets you pause, rewind, and replay 60 minutes of live radio? As soon as you tune to a channel, the receiver automatically begins storing the audio for later playback.

The Sportster 5 also includes a built-in FM transmitter that sends Sirius radio programming to your vehicle's FM tuner, so you don't have to make a direct connection to enjoy the full array of channels. Simply set an empty FM frequency on your radio and tune the Sportster 5 to the same frequency. This function also works with other FM tuners, such as the one on your home stereo, but is easily paired with the car thanks to the bundled vehicle kit, which includes everything you need for listening to Sirius while driving. Parents also have control over channels and channel lockout. Measuring just 9.5 x 7.5 x 3 inches, the Sportster 5 weighs a mere 3.7 ounces.

About Sirius
Sirius Satellite Radio delivers more than 130 channels of music and programming via crystal clear direct satellite feed. In addition to 69 channels of commercial free music listening, Sirius also delivers 65 channels of sports, news, talk, entertainment, traffic, and weather forecasts. Sirius--the official satellite radio partner of the NFL, NASCAR, and NBA--broadcasts live play-by-play games of the NFL and NBA, as well as live NASCAR races. All Sirius programming is available for a monthly subscription fee.

What's in the Box
Sportster 5 satellite radio receiver, remote control, vehicle docking cradle, vehicle power adapter, vehicle antenna, suction cup and vent mounts, FM extender antenna, getting started guide, installation/user's guide, accessory brochure, and programming guide.
Sirius Sp5Tk1 Sirius(Tm) Sportster 5 Dock & Play Radio With Car Kit Replay Up To 60 Min Of Live Programming With Sirius Replay(Tm); Large, 6-Line, 2.7" Multi-Color Display; 15 Selectable Backlight Colors & Automatic Backlight Dimmer; Sports Alert(Tm) Tracks Favorite Sports Teams; Alarm Clock With Snooze; Easy-To-Use Rotary Tuning Knob; Universal Docking Connector; Gun Metal Finish

Audiovox SIR-BB1 Sirius Satellite Radio Portable Boombox for SIR-PNP2 Receiver

Audiovox SIR-BB1 Sirius Satellite Radio Portable Boombox for SIR-PNP2 Receiver Review

Audiovox SIR-BB1 Sirius Satellite Radio Portable Boombox for SIR-PNP2 Receiver Feature

• Listen to Sirius digital radio indoors or out; runs on supplied AC/DC adapter or 8 D batteries (not included)
• Designed for use exclusively with the Audiovox SIR-PNP2 Sirius satellite radio receiver; Sirius satellite radio subscription needed
• Auxiliary input lets you hook up a CD player, MP3 player, cassette deck, or other audio device
• Simple setup and operation; headphone jack provides private listening or hookup with an external amplifier/speaker system
• Measures 19.1 x 7.75 x 6.8 inches (W x H x D)

Now you can bring Sirius satellite radio to any room in the house or any outdoor gathering with the Audiovox SIR-BB1 boombox. We tested the boombox with the Audiovox SIR-PNP2 Sirius satellite radio receiver, which is required for use and not included--the SIR-BB1 boombox on its own produces no sound. With the receiver locked in place, however (as pictured), you'll enjoy the full breadth of exciting music and talk radio encompassed by the Sirius digital radio service. (A Sirius subscription is required, .95 per month or a one-time fee of 9.99).

Setup for the system is amazingly simple: snap the receiver into its bay, plug in the AC/DC power adapter, attach the supplied 20-foot Sirius radio antenna, position the antenna near a window, fire up the boombox, and select one of the service's 100-plus stations. There's a volume/on/off knob and a switch to engage the unit's auxiliary audio input--and that's it for controls. Plug in headphones or an audio "Y" adapter cable (not included) to channel sound to your integrated amplifier or surround receiver for listening through external loudspeakers.

For their part, the 2 speakers built into the SIR-BB1 are pretty decent. They're not strong in the bass department, but we wouldn't call their sound thin, either. Overall the unit's sound is even-keeled and extremely listenable, much better than the sound from systems that try to squeeze more bass out of their speakers than the electronics can credibly handle. To that end, we were impressed with how loudly the boombox plays, and with minimal distortion--even on a seemingly meager 5 watts per channel (x 2).

Use of the headphone jack disables the speakers, but an auxiliary audio output would have permitted integrating the boombox with a powered subwoofer. At this price, though, it's hard to justify a complaint about the absence of an output.

You'll need to position the boombox in a place where it can readily lock to a satellite transmission, which we found easily. Several spots worked fine, and even a west-facing window obstructed by a large cherry tree proved sufficient.

When reception gets hazy due to weather conditions or satellite positions, the audio program mutes briefly rather than getting fuzzy or more distant-sounding, as it would with an analog FM-radio signal. This can prove annoying, but in our lengthy evaluation, brief lost-signal mutes were infrequent at most (to the tune of 1 or fewer mutes per hour).

There's no remote control for the boombox. The receiver comes with one, but it doesn't control audio level, so while you can still change stations and browse genres from the receiver's remote, you can't turn the boombox volume up or down. For additional Sirius radio and subscription details, please visit www.sirius.com. --Michael Mikesell

Pros:

• Simple setup and operation
• Good sound
• Plays loud with minimal distortion
• Front-panel auxiliary input grants access for CD, MP3, cassette, or other audio sources
• Headphone jack permits private listening or hookup with an integrated amplifier and external speakers

Cons:

• Occasional signal dropouts
• No tone controls
• Limited bass response

What's in the Box
SIR-BB1 portable boombox, high-gain antenna with 20-foot cable, AC power cord, and printed instruction booklet Portable Boom Box docking kit for Audiovox SIRPNP1 or SIRPNP2 Sirius tuners.

Directed Electronics SP3TK1 Sportster 3 Receiver with Car Kit for Sirius Satellite Radio

Directed Electronics SP3TK1 Sportster 3 Receiver with Car Kit for Sirius Satellite Radio Review

Directed Electronics SP3TK1 Sportster 3 Receiver with Car Kit for Sirius Satellite Radio Feature

• Radio & Vehicle Antenna
• Remote
• Vehicle Dock
• Home Dock & Home Antenna

Sirius Sportster3 receiver with vehicle kit is the next in line of the much acclaimed Sportster and Sportster 4. This product features a slim design, rotary tuning knob, and large button that makes everything very easy to use. Included with the Sportster 3 is a vehicle power adapter, remote, vehicle antenna, vehicle dock, and suction cup and vent mounts. 'Docking: New universal Docking capability means more accessory options, and less worrying about product specific accessoriesCradle: Slim profile vehicle docking cradle for easy, attractive in-vehicle installationDisplay: Large, easy-to-read 6-line displayKnob: Easy-to-use rotary tuning knobPresets: 30 channel presetsGameAlert: Prompts when your favorite games are being broadcast and alerts you when the scores changeGameZone: Lists all your favorite teams in one virtual category and lets you select a different team from each of the various sport leagues including NFL, NBA, NHL, and college sportsOne-Touch Jump: One touch to traffic and weather reports for your city, or tune to your favorite Sirius channelMemo: Memo with S-Seek stores and alerts by artist and songFM Transmitter: Wireless FM transmitter with 100-frequency choices and FM frequency choices and FM frequency list shortcut button for quick, easy FM transmitter frequency changesParental Control: Parental control and channel lock.