XM radio install

[GPRIDER]

I'm getting ready to install an XM radio in conjunction with the J&M bluetooth headset. I heard someone mention that I might need to put some noise filters in line with the power source. Has anyone had problems with static through their headsets with the xm or sirus radios? I'd hate to think I'm going to have to put resistor plug wires and plugs on the Feejer just to cancel out noise. I don't remember seeing that problem in any of the other threads I've read so far. Just trying to think a little ahead of the install.

GP

 

[LDRydr]

I had all sorts of bad noise with my XM running through my Starcom unit. THIS UNIT fixed it right up, and at about the best price you'll pay.

 

[Auburn]

I din't have any issues, but my XM is running through the garmin 2730. I did have a different XM radio, but I used their hardwire kit which has a built in filter and boost the audio before it gets to the Starcom. No noise issues with either install.

The filter LDRyder suggest sure can't hurt.

 

[ShinyPartsUp]

I ran my XM from the bluesea fuseblock and use Walmart earbuds and it works fine. I have some custom earbuds coming and hope no noise. But I run it direct, not through a comm system. YMMV.

 

[ahchiu]

Where did you ground the wire? if you used the frame you might be getting feed back from the alternator, I would ground to battery or fuse block and use a noise filter on the + to the XM radio.

 

[GPRIDER]

I haven't installed it yet. As I said in my first post, I was trying to think ahead on the install. I'd heard someone somewhere mention something about getting some noise thru the earphones and that I might need a noise filter of some kind. I appreciate all of you guys help.

GP

 

[Checkswrecks]

Never had a problem with my XM or AM/FM. I'd suggest first powering and grounding yours with alligator clip jumpers to see if you have a problem that needs fixing.

 

[DCH]

I ran my XM radio through an Autocom and had static. I went to Radio Shack and purchased something similar to what the guy in post #2 has. Don,t remember how much it was, but it wasn't a lot. That solved the problem, no big deal.

Good Luck,

DCH

 

[kulwen]

I have had my Starcom for over a year and tried to install it a hand full of times, but keep removing it and putting it in the tank bag due to static.

On my second install attempt, I used a power filter for the Starcom, did not correct the issue.

On my third install attempt, I ran the wires in a different location, did not correct my issue.

On my forth install I managed to correct the static, until I was on the road. I was on the first day of a road trip, pulled it off the bike, and put it back in the tank bag.

On the fifth install, I figured out my static from the Zumo and XM was gone, but still getting static on the radar detector. This is way my forth install did not work, as I did not have the radar detector plugged into the Starcom during testing. Even if the radar detector is turned off the static will come though the cable.

My sixth attempt will be in the next couple of weeks, and I am going to filter everything.

 

[windchaser1942]

I'm getting ready to install an XM radio in conjunction with the J&M bluetooth headset. I heard someone mention that I might need to put some noise filters in line with the power source. Has anyone had problems with static through their headsets with the xm or sirus radios? I'd hate to think I'm going to have to put resistor plug wires and plugs on the Feejer just to cancel out noise. I don't remember seeing that problem in any of the other threads I've read so far. Just trying to think a little ahead of the install.
GP

I really enjoy listening to XM Radio..I do it all day at work via their "online" broadcast. With that said I rarely change stations so it wasn't important to me to place the reciever on the handle bar or a place that I could instantly reach for it. I've had it on the clutch cover until it nearly fell off. I've covered it with a bagy to keep it from getting wet. I've had it in a tank bag.....you name it ...it has probably been there.

Sooooooooo, when I upgraded to a Starcom Advanced I put this unit under the drivers seat next to a Centech Fuse Panel. Just as I was about to cut the wires for the power unit on the xm unit I noticed that it had some type of circuit board within it. So, I bought a cheap dc jack extension from the auto parts store and hardwired that to the Centech unit. Then plugged the dc charge unit for the XM into that. I mounted the radio under the passenger seat. It is out of sight, basically out of the weather and works like a charm. The Starcom feeds the sound to my helmet speakers and I'm good to go. Kind of a long explanation but this what I did and it works.

 

[FJRocket]

I used to like XM, and had it for a few years on my FJR. After going through a couple receivers and the price increase, I decided to give it up. The music was great and I never had any noise or problems with my Roady XTs or the rechargeable Samsung Nexus I used last season. But with the company mergers and the reduction of online FREE access, I decided to save a few bucks every month. I have about 8 gigs of MP3s that I use when slabbing. The rest of the time sporting or two lane touring, I've found that I just like quiet most of the time anyway.