What is Satellite Radio?
What is Satellite Radio?
SiriusXM satellite radio is programming that offers numerous, coast-to-coast radio channels in digital-quality sound. Programming includes commercial-free music, favorite sports, exclusive talk and entertainment, comedy, news, traffic, weather and more. There’s no downloading or managing playlists. Satellite radio also includes additional services for your car, like infotainment and traffic.
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What is the Difference Between Sirius & XM?
XM and Sirius both offer more than 60 channels of commercial-free music, over 40 channels of news, sports, and entertainment, as well as traffic and weather channels for specific metropolitan areas. There are some differences between Sirius and XM, for example, Major League Baseball games are available only on the XM network. With the Sirius or XM Premier programming package you can get almost every channel SiriusXM has to offer.
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What are the Advantages of Satellite Radio?
There are several advantages of satellite radio. It offers coast-to-coast coverage, which means you can drive from NY to LA without changing the channel. Artist-dedicated channels include E Street Radio, Elvis Radio, and Siriusly Sinatra. You can hear every team and every game from every major sport — no matter where you live, with 24/7 talk channels for each of the biggest leagues. Extras include driver feeds during NASCAR races, the NFL draft, a full-time fantasy sports channel and more.
The scoop on commercials: Commercials do exist on some of the XM music channels, but they are clearly designated on the channel lineups. Many SiriusXM sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment channels have a limited amount of commercials, while most local AM/FM radio stations carry 10–15 minutes of ads every hour.
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Where can I Listen to Satellite Radio?
Satellites make satellite radio available wherever you are within the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia, with Sirius also available in Puerto Rico (with coverage limitations). It’s also available in bodies of water abutting the continental United States extending hundreds of miles into the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea and Great Lakes. SiriusXM Internet radio is available throughout its satellite service area, plus Alaska and Hawaii. Aircraft and boat owners can subscribe to receive weather conditions and forecasts throughout these areas as well.
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How Much do Subscription Plans Cost?
A variety of programming packages and billing plans are available. The most popular package runs around $12.95 a month, and provides over 130 channels, including commercial-free music, live sports, exclusive entertainment, 24/7 talk, comedy, news and more. Other fees and taxes may apply. SiriusXM also offers premium packages for a few dollars more a month, as well as special-interest packages for even less.
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How do I Get Satellited Radio in My Car?
There is a range of in-vehicle solutions, including tuners for connecting your Sirius- or XM-ready car stereo, dock-and-play radios that can be moved from car to home, docks that make your smartphone a SiriusXM radio, and even portables.
What if I want SiriusXM in more than one vehicle?
There are a number of ways to get SiriusXM in an additional car. Your car or truck may already be equipped with satellite radio, in which case you can sign up for an additional subscription. If your vehicle doesn’t already have satellite radio, you’ll need to add a radio. Sirius offers a portable option as well as dock-and-play radios that easily move from car-to-car and car-to-home. You may also be eligible for a discount on your second through fourth subscriptions.
Can I get SiriusXM radio in my leased car?
Yes. Many new vehicles whether leased or purchased come equipped with SiriusXM and offer some level of complimentary service. Check with your dealer to see if you are eligible for a trial.
If I buy or lease a car, can I transfer my subscription to my new vehicle?
Yes. On most plans you can transfer a subscription to another radio for just $15. If, however, you have a lifetime subscription associated with an automotive receiver, it will not be transferrable unless the receiver was stolen or is defective. A complimentary or trial subscription cannot be transferred.
What does it mean if my vehicle is Sirius- or XM-ready?
If your vehicle is Sirius- or XM-ready, it was equipped at the factory with a radio to receive Sirius or XM satellite radio. But you may still need an antenna or a Sirius or XM tuner installed. Contact your car dealer for more details.
My vehicle doesn’t have SiriusXM. How can I add it?
SiriusXM offers a range of in-vehicle solutions, including a truly portable option as well as dock-and-play radios that can be moved from car to home.
How do I install SiriusXM in my vehicle?
Step-by-step instructions for installing most satellite radios are available at www.siriusxm.com. Simply select your specific model of radio, then go to the installation page.
Where should I mount my radio in my vehicle?
Placement of your radio really depends on the type of radio and your vehicle. For step-by-step instructions, refer to the radio’s user manual.
Can I use a previously installed dock and antenna to receive SiriusXM?
Using a previously installed dock and antenna with satellite radio service will depend on the make and model of the radio and if it’s compatible with that particular dock and antenna. Refer to the radio’s user manual or visit www.siriusxm.com for more information.
If I rent a car, can I get SiriusXM?
SirusXM is available in Hertz, Avis and Budget car rentals in select areas of the country.
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Can I get Sirius or XM Radios in My Home?
There are a range of products and services that let you listen at home, and anywhere else you want, too. SiriusXM Internet radio lets you listen on your smartphone or at your home or office computer.
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How does SiriusXM Compare to a Fully Loaded iPod or Pandora?
Unlike an iPod, satellite radio doesn’t require any downloading, or building a library, or managing playlists — you just play it. And although Pandora is free, it is programmed by computers and algorithms with no song intros or “DJ speak” at all. Satellite Radio can bring you exclusive content including original MTV VJs on the ’80s channel or Elvis Radio Live from Graceland. SiriusXM also has live games, call-in talk shows, and exclusive personalities that aren’t found anywhere else.
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What if I Want to Listen to SiriusXM Online?
SiriusXM Internet Radio lets you listen to your favorite SiriusXM content on your computer, not to mention on most smartphones and other internet-enabled devices. You’ll get over 120 channels of your favorite SiriusXM programming, conveniently located all in one place. As a SiriusXM Satellite Radio subscriber, you have the option to add SiriusXM Internet Radio to your subscription for just $2.99 a month. SiriusXM Internet Radio is also available as an online-only, standalone subscription for just $12.95 a month. (Taxes may apply.) This gives you tons of flexibility — you can listen on your computer at home, or at work, or wherever. Plus if you’ve got a smartphone you can even listen on that, too, at no extra cost. Visit www.siriusxm.com/online to start listening today.