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The XM SkyFi2 or the Roady and the car kit will get you XM through your stock radio on an FM frequency. If you choose not to make it a permanent installation you will need to deal with some sort of receiver holder, the antenna cord and a reduced quality of sound. With my first XM I installed the receiver in the empty NAV box and ran the antenna only a short distance to the front dashboard. With this outboard receiver there is some distraction while changing channels etc.
If you go with an XM ready aftermarket radio you gain many things. The XM ready radios are now reasonably priced and in most cases sound better than the stock radio. You can also get the XM receiver/antenna ($50) and the XM digital converter for your specific radio brand($75). This set up is completely hidden from view with the receiver either under the seat or in my Z it's behind the dashboard. The digital converter plugs into the radio and XM shows up as a source just like FM or CD. You can program the radio presets just like commercial radio.
The two things I like the best about this setup is: clean installation with only a tiny antenna visible, much better sound over the FM modulator setup. I particularly like the increased base.
The drawback is it isn't portable. If you're moving the XM from car to car then this setup isn't for you. Whatever you choose to do you will enjoy the XM service.
If you go with an XM ready aftermarket radio you gain many things. The XM ready radios are now reasonably priced and in most cases sound better than the stock radio. You can also get the XM receiver/antenna ($50) and the XM digital converter for your specific radio brand($75). This set up is completely hidden from view with the receiver either under the seat or in my Z it's behind the dashboard. The digital converter plugs into the radio and XM shows up as a source just like FM or CD. You can program the radio presets just like commercial radio.
The two things I like the best about this setup is: clean installation with only a tiny antenna visible, much better sound over the FM modulator setup. I particularly like the increased base.
The drawback is it isn't portable. If you're moving the XM from car to car then this setup isn't for you. Whatever you choose to do you will enjoy the XM service.
Last edited by westover; Jun 20, 2005 at 06:08 AM.
I use a MyFi and a PAC-AAINIS. I wasn't happy with the FM modulator so I went with a hardwired RCA input adapter for my roadster. The PAC-AAINIS only works on the Bose system if you have a "RADIO" button. If you have a button labeled "AM/FM" this aux adapter will not work.
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Originally Posted by westover
The XM SkyFi2 or the Roady and the car kit will get you XM through your stock radio on an FM frequency. If you choose not to make it a permanent installation you will need to deal with some sort of receiver holder, the antenna cord and a reduced quality of sound. With my first XM I installed the receiver in the empty NAV box and ran the antenna only a short distance to the front dashboard. With this outboard receiver there is some distraction while changing channels etc.
If you go with an XM ready aftermarket radio you gain many things. The XM ready radios are now reasonably priced and in most cases sound better than the stock radio. You can also get the XM receiver/antenna ($50) and the XM digital converter for your specific radio brand($75). This set up is completely hidden from view with the receiver either under the seat or in my Z it's behind the dashboard. The digital converter plugs into the radio and XM shows up as a source just like FM or CD. You can program the radio presets just like commercial radio.
The two things I like the best about this setup is: clean installation with only a tiny antenna visible, much better sound over the FM modulator setup. I particularly like the increased base.
The drawback is it isn't portable. If you're moving the XM from car to car then this setup isn't for you. Whatever you choose to do you will enjoy the XM service.
If you go with an XM ready aftermarket radio you gain many things. The XM ready radios are now reasonably priced and in most cases sound better than the stock radio. You can also get the XM receiver/antenna ($50) and the XM digital converter for your specific radio brand($75). This set up is completely hidden from view with the receiver either under the seat or in my Z it's behind the dashboard. The digital converter plugs into the radio and XM shows up as a source just like FM or CD. You can program the radio presets just like commercial radio.
The two things I like the best about this setup is: clean installation with only a tiny antenna visible, much better sound over the FM modulator setup. I particularly like the increased base.
The drawback is it isn't portable. If you're moving the XM from car to car then this setup isn't for you. Whatever you choose to do you will enjoy the XM service.
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While were at it, I was considering getting XM and was wondering if there is any difference in sound quality between these two options:
Buy the Roady 2 and transmit to FM with the built in modulator
Buy the Roady 2 and the separate FM modulator that wires to your car directly for power and then plugs into your FM antenna.
anything gained by spending the extra time and money?
Buy the Roady 2 and transmit to FM with the built in modulator
Buy the Roady 2 and the separate FM modulator that wires to your car directly for power and then plugs into your FM antenna.
anything gained by spending the extra time and money?
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