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Has anyone had the Satellite Radio installed on a 330. If so I would like some details on the install such as, cost, where was it installed, how does it looks, were you satified with the process ect. Thank you and......Best Regards........Bob
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I installed an Alpine XM radio system. This consisted of the following: (1) The tuner which costs about $250; (2) the FM modulator/controller which costs about $80; and (3) an antenna which costs about $50. These costs do not include the cost of installation (labor charges). I had the system installed in Los Angeles.
The only visable item in the car is the FM controller which is small and fits on the space on the bottom of the gear shift box. It does not interfere with movement of the console or the opening of the cup holder. The antenna (which is flat and unobtrusive) can be placed either on the roof or inside the rear window.
The system works great with the Levinson radio. XM offers a broad array of channels, and I highly recommend the service.
The only visable item in the car is the FM controller which is small and fits on the space on the bottom of the gear shift box. It does not interfere with movement of the console or the opening of the cup holder. The antenna (which is flat and unobtrusive) can be placed either on the roof or inside the rear window.
The system works great with the Levinson radio. XM offers a broad array of channels, and I highly recommend the service.
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I have researched this in Fla. and installed the whole setup is around $300 including labor for a Sirius or Alpine system. They are available at the likes of Circuit City, Best Buy, etc.
The thing I have been nervous about is that I have the Levinson System in my GS 430 and they talk about installing an external antenna and I want to ensure to that setup looks nice and goes with the rest of the interior and exterior in a classy manner.
Has anyone had this installed on a GS430 and what were some of the particulars about how you had the install performed?
(Sorry don't mean to jump in on your thread rkytop_bob, but I have related questions and hoped you wouldn't mind).
The thing I have been nervous about is that I have the Levinson System in my GS 430 and they talk about installing an external antenna and I want to ensure to that setup looks nice and goes with the rest of the interior and exterior in a classy manner.
Has anyone had this installed on a GS430 and what were some of the particulars about how you had the install performed?
(Sorry don't mean to jump in on your thread rkytop_bob, but I have related questions and hoped you wouldn't mind).
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Satellite Radio - How about Roady?
I took the easy route and "installed" a Delphi Roady in my RX for $120. I placed the antenna on the dash near the window (inside), and hid the wire along the top of the dash and under the steering wheel. I placed the Roady inside my cupholder, which can be closed when I leave the vehicle. The only wire really visible is the one leading from the cassette player to the Roady device -- about five inches. Not bad for a decent and completely portable installation. I love XM!
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Re: Satellite Radio - How about Roady?
Originally posted by amontgom
I took the easy route and "installed" a Delphi Roady in my RX for $120. I placed the antenna on the dash near the window (inside), and hid the wire along the top of the dash and under the steering wheel. I placed the Roady inside my cupholder, which can be closed when I leave the vehicle. The only wire really visible is the one leading from the cassette player to the Roady device -- about five inches. Not bad for a decent and completely portable installation. I love XM!
I took the easy route and "installed" a Delphi Roady in my RX for $120. I placed the antenna on the dash near the window (inside), and hid the wire along the top of the dash and under the steering wheel. I placed the Roady inside my cupholder, which can be closed when I leave the vehicle. The only wire really visible is the one leading from the cassette player to the Roady device -- about five inches. Not bad for a decent and completely portable installation. I love XM!
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Originally posted by TexRB
jayskinner,
Where are the wires for power & antenna? Can youstill slide the center console or does it need to remain in that position to support the XM radio?
jayskinner,
Where are the wires for power & antenna? Can youstill slide the center console or does it need to remain in that position to support the XM radio?
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Originally posted by TexRB
jayskinner,
Where are the wires for power & antenna? Can youstill slide the center console or does it need to remain in that position to support the XM radio?
jayskinner,
Where are the wires for power & antenna? Can youstill slide the center console or does it need to remain in that position to support the XM radio?
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Originally posted by TexRB
jayskinner,
Where are the wires for power & antenna? Can youstill slide the center console or does it need to remain in that position to support the XM radio?
jayskinner,
Where are the wires for power & antenna? Can youstill slide the center console or does it need to remain in that position to support the XM radio?
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Originally posted by jayskinner
You're most welcome. As you can tell from my signature and my license plates, I like my XM.
You're most welcome. As you can tell from my signature and my license plates, I like my XM.
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Originally posted by johnnym
With the FM modulator, are you getting true digital input to the pre-amp/amp...or is this a non-issue? I have the ML and am dying to add XM...sweet...but am wondering if there is a discernable diff between the FM and the direct digital input.
johnnyM
With the FM modulator, are you getting true digital input to the pre-amp/amp...or is this a non-issue? I have the ML and am dying to add XM...sweet...but am wondering if there is a discernable diff between the FM and the direct digital input.
johnnyM
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Any news on an INTEGRATED Sat Radio system in the 330 or 400h? The FM ones pale by comparison to the direct wired systems in the same car. Does having the Levinson system get you any additional inputs on the back of the head unit?