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Old Nov 28, 2006 | 09:01 PM
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XM through your Sirius Factory Radio

Not sure if anyone has seen this before, but stumbled on it while surfing. Not a bad option.

http://store.xmfanstore.com/xmdirect.html
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Old Nov 28, 2006 | 09:23 PM
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nice find, but mazda is not on the compatibility list..

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Old Nov 28, 2006 | 09:38 PM
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why would you want to replace Sirius with XM anyway? Sirius is the superior company
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Old Nov 28, 2006 | 09:44 PM
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why would you want to replace Sirius with XM anyway? Sirius is the superior company
thats funny.. that will be the next oil thread.

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Old Nov 28, 2006 | 11:56 PM
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I've done a lot of research and that TERK XM Direct reciever does not work with Mazda's HU.

Both Sirius and XM have similar programming. XM just has better coverage because of more terrestrial repeaters.
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Old Nov 29, 2006 | 07:28 AM
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Having listened extensively to both... I prefer Sirius. B/c of the programming. I didn't notice a significant difference in coverage, but then I didn't do too many cross country drives.
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Old Nov 29, 2006 | 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by swoope
nice find, but mazda is not on the compatibility list..

beers
You're right- I thought this would be more generic. Reason I want XM in the car is because I have it with my Samsung Helix, which is a pretty neat device. Another option is to put in the Audmox, and simply use an RCA cable to hook it up. With the "accessory outlet" in the glove compartment, it would probably make for a neat install.
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Old Nov 29, 2006 | 08:50 PM
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Originally Posted by MP3Guy
You're right- I thought this would be more generic. Reason I want XM in the car is because I have it with my Samsung Helix, which is a pretty neat device. Another option is to put in the Audmox, and simply use an RCA cable to hook it up. With the "accessory outlet" in the glove compartment, it would probably make for a neat install.
i use the aux mod with a myfi connected to the e brake... i like it because i can pull it out and use it in the house or garage or on the bike...

i can send picks if you like..

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Old Dec 1, 2006 | 05:20 PM
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I have Sirius hooked up through my Kenwood HU and love it. I have no need to bash XM and would strongly consider it if/when I move to San Diego and want to listen to Red Sox broadcasts. One of the reasons I stick with Sirius other than its quality is the fact I bought a lifetime subscription before they stopped offering them.
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Old Dec 1, 2006 | 07:30 PM
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Sirius still offers lifetime subscriptions for $500.
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Old Dec 1, 2006 | 07:52 PM
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interesting that some ford models would be but not mazda?

plus if xm is better why did howard and now nascar come to sirius?
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Old Dec 1, 2006 | 09:26 PM
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Originally Posted by WRXtoRX8
interesting that some ford models would be but not mazda?

plus if xm is better why did howard and now nascar come to sirius?

You know, I'm getting a little sick of this satellite radio infantilism. First, I chose XM because Howard WASN'T on it. I didn't care for him when he was on terrestrial, and how many fart jokes do you REALLY want to hear? I mean, he is OVER. And he's not even funny. XM has four comedy networks with tons of material that is far better.

Most people chose satellite for the music. And since both services have fairly similar music lineups, it's really a tossup between two very competitive operations.

NASCAR is dull enough watching it. I dont know how people get off LISTENING to a car race.
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Old Dec 2, 2006 | 01:36 AM
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Originally Posted by WRXtoRX8
interesting that some ford models would be but not mazda?

plus if xm is better why did howard and now nascar come to sirius?
way to much money, and it might be the end on them..

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Old Dec 5, 2006 | 11:12 AM
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XM has BPM channel 81. there is nothing close to it on Sirius. So I pay my 14bux a month for that one channel and comedy when stuck in traffic.

Meh..

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