Satellite Radio in base

Skeeterbop · 02-21-2011, 06:23 AM

Hey guys, I've been looking around for a while trying to find an aftermarket HU that has either Sirius or XM satellite radio built into it. I'm not a huge audio buff so I'm not to familiar with what is available. What I've found so far, it appears that the satellite radio is always an accessory to the HU. I realize I would most likely have to run an antenna for it, but are there any that have it built into the HU instead of an accessory? I don't really need one that plays dvds or has Nav (although Nav would be awesome). The main requirement I'm looking for is built in sat. radio. Anyone have any suggestions? If there aren't any what would you suggest?

toxik · 02-21-2011, 11:34 AM

a cheap solution you may look into is playing Sirius/XM through your phone and plug into the stereo via an AUX cable.

chops · 02-21-2011, 02:50 PM

they're usually always a seperate attachment as they do need an antenna to be run. however, the antenna can usually be hidden and still receive good reception. if you arent looking for dvd/nav id suggest this:

Amazon.com: JVC KW-XR810 Double-DIN Bluetooth Dual USB/CD Receiver with USB 2.0 for iPod/iPhone, and Bluetooth/Satellite/HD Radio add-on capability: Electronics

good reviews, has built in bluetooth, the lighting color can be changed (to match the amber in our cars), double din, and relatively cheap at $250. the XM/Sirius adapter is something like 50bucks as well..

since you have a base, all you would need is the deck, the satellite radio adapter, wiring harness, and antenna harness.

TreeSemdyZee · 02-21-2011, 04:53 PM

There are quite a few Kenwood Models that have built-in. All you need is an antenna and subscription. Mine has it, I'm just to much of a tightwad to pay for an antenna AND a subscription.

Here is their mondo-mamma-jamma that is coming out.

New kenwood excelon dnx9980hd specs and pre-order wicked cas 603-642-4222

Edit: Scratch that, I guess you still have to buy the tuner to connect to the HU.

Skeeterbop · 02-22-2011, 09:50 AM

If i was willing to pay the price of a Nav unit, would that open up any possibilities?

02-21-2011, 06:23 AM	#1 (permalink)
Skeeterbop A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Fort Bliss, TX Age: 40 Posts: 1,440 Drives: 2011 GM 370 base SP Rep Power: 16	Satellite Radio in base Hey guys, I've been looking around for a while trying to find an aftermarket HU that has either Sirius or XM satellite radio built into it. I'm not a huge audio buff so I'm not to familiar with what is available. What I've found so far, it appears that the satellite radio is always an accessory to the HU. I realize I would most likely have to run an antenna for it, but are there any that have it built into the HU instead of an accessory? I don't really need one that plays dvds or has Nav (although Nav would be awesome). The main requirement I'm looking for is built in sat. radio. Anyone have any suggestions? If there aren't any what would you suggest? __________________ Srenity: "Yeah no rest needed to spread the love when your 20 that's for sure...."

02-21-2011, 04:53 PM	#4 (permalink)
TreeSemdyZee Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Kentuck-IANA Age: 60 Posts: 4,885 Drives: '09 370 & ‘14 Juke Rep Power: 27409	There are quite a few Kenwood Models that have built-in. All you need is an antenna and subscription. Mine has it, I'm just to much of a tightwad to pay for an antenna AND a subscription. Here is their mondo-mamma-jamma that is coming out. New kenwood excelon dnx9980hd specs and pre-order wicked cas 603-642-4222 Edit: Scratch that, I guess you still have to buy the tuner to connect to the HU. Last edited by TreeSemdyZee; 02-21-2011 at 05:07 PM.

02-22-2011, 09:50 AM	#5 (permalink)
Skeeterbop A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Fort Bliss, TX Age: 40 Posts: 1,440 Drives: 2011 GM 370 base SP Rep Power: 16	If i was willing to pay the price of a Nav unit, would that open up any possibilities? __________________ Srenity: "Yeah no rest needed to spread the love when your 20 that's for sure...."

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02-21-2011, 02:50 PM	#3 (permalink)
chops A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: NA Posts: 1,732 Drives: NA Rep Power: 22	they're usually always a seperate attachment as they do need an antenna to be run. however, the antenna can usually be hidden and still receive good reception. if you arent looking for dvd/nav id suggest this: Amazon.com: JVC KW-XR810 Double-DIN Bluetooth Dual USB/CD Receiver with USB 2.0 for iPod/iPhone, and Bluetooth/Satellite/HD Radio add-on capability: Electronics good reviews, has built in bluetooth, the lighting color can be changed (to match the amber in our cars), double din, and relatively cheap at $250. the XM/Sirius adapter is something like 50bucks as well.. since you have a base, all you would need is the deck, the satellite radio adapter, wiring harness, and antenna harness.