TERK Technologies XMarine - Manual (Page 2)

Introduction
The TERK XMarine Satellite Radio Antenna is a high-performance antenna designed specifically for
XM Satellite Radio reception on recreational marine craft such as fishing boats, sport boats, yachts,
and sailboats. Its features include:
• Rugged antenna to withstand high-vibration salt-water environment
• Dual mounting options:
– Through hole mounting for deck mount or mounting on any flat surface. Perfect for use on
small vessels.
– Bracket or mast mounting when used with the supplied threaded flange adaptor with the
standard 1”-14 marine thread. Perfect for larger vessels and sail boats. (Mounting bracket
and mast not included)
• Antenna supplied with 6 inch cable and gold plated TNC connector for ease of mounting. Also
includes 25 feet of RG174 coax cable terminated with gold plated TNC and SMB connectors
• Meets or exceeds all XM Satellite Radio mobile-antenna specifications
• Shock- and vibration-proof design
The TERK XMarine Satellite Radio Antenna is easy to install on most recreational marine craft.
Remember to save your sales receipt and this guide so both are available for future reference.
NOTE: To achieve best XM Satellite Radio reception, also refer to your XM radio’s owner’s manual.
XMarine Owner’s Manual
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Table of Contents
About Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Parts for TERK XMarine Satellite Radio Antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Recommended Tools and Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installation Precautions and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installing the TERK XMarine Satellite Radio Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Mechanical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Quality and Performance Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
About XM Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
About Installation
Installation of marine audio components can require extensive experience with a variety of mechanical
and electrical procedures. Although the instructions in this guide explain how to install the TERK
XMarine Satellite Radio Antenna in a general sense, they do not show the exact installation methods
for your particular boat.
IMPORTANT: If you are not comfortable performing a complex installation, ask your local
marine audio dealer about professional installation options.
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