I Bought A Sirius Boombox For Work....Satellite Newbie!!!!

Blu · 07-14-2005, 08:49 PM

After much debate, reading many sites, and lots of advice I bought a Sirius boombox with two antenna extensions for work.

FM reception really really sucks in our workplace so the problem we had to overcome was trying to get a antenna outside which we solved with the extensions and some going above the ceiling tiles.

Despite the Sirius hardware seeming to lag behind the XM hardware I came to the conclusion that Sirius had the better programming, especially when it came to sports.

I have been very impressed!!! My expectations have been exceeded!!! I really didn't know what to expect with playlists, talk shows, and variety but after just two days of listening and channel surfing, I'm blown away as well as most of the people where I work who are also thinking of buying a system. I know that talk is cheap but wow everyone was impressed with the quality and variety!!! Not to mention the glaring lack of commercials!!!

Satellite Radio Rocks!!!!

Ronald Epstein · 07-15-2005, 06:06 AM

Blu,

Welcome to the wonderful world of Satellite radio.

You will never listen to FM again. Promise!

Blu · 07-15-2005, 07:40 AM

I believe you!

Only two days into it and FM just doesn't sound the same anymore!!

Kirk Gunn · 07-17-2005, 09:54 AM

Blu - congrats on making the jump ! How is the sound quality on the boombox ? Unfortunately I have not been able to hear one yet....

Thanks !

Blu · 07-17-2005, 11:07 AM

It is very good and will turn up louder than I would want it to be in a work place. It sounds clear and crisp!

I'm very happy with it! If I knew the exact model number I'd give it to you but I can tell you it is the newest Audiovox offering.

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Jeff D Han · 07-17-2005, 04:13 PM

Hi guys-

I think I may jump into satellite radio in the
near future. I know this is a naive question,
but is the signal reliable, or can it get like
satellite TV (lose the signal in storms and clouds)?

I think I'll probably subscribe to Sirius- I heard that
the NFL package is exclusive to Sirius. I've been fed
up with commercial radio for a long time- program directors
that either don't have a clue or are hamstrung by their
sponsors, self-important DJs who think they are funny, and
all the stinking ads.

Ronald Epstein · 07-17-2005, 04:23 PM

Jeff,

If you like Sports, I can't fault you on
choosing Sirius. For music, XM has a much
wider playlist with far less repeats.

As for signal loss....

If you are getting satellite radio for the car....

Sirius satellites are higher in the sky. They
can't get under things such as underpasses, bank
window or gas sation overhangs. This causes seconds
of signal loss when driving or stopping under those
conditions.

I live in the NYC Metro area where you would think
Sirius would have have installed repeaters to combat
the problem, but despite complaints, they have not.

I don't have this problem with XM as their
satellies orbit lower and can more readily get
under obstacles.

That's not to say XM is perfect in combatting
ocassional signal loss, but with that company I
rarely have a single dropout on the road.

As far as both companies are concerned when listening
indoors, you need to have your antenna by a window
facing in an optimal direction. It may be south west,
but I am uncertain.

Otherwise the signal dropout issue is really nominal.

Jeff D Han · 07-18-2005, 05:23 AM

Thanks for the info, Ron.

The only sport that I REALLY need to keep up with
is the NFL, so Sirius is the best choice for me.
If there is only occasional drop out of signal, then
I can live with that- it beats radio static anytime.

Michael St. Clair · 07-18-2005, 01:58 PM

If you like talk, check out Alex Bennett, Jay Thomas, and Mojo Nixon. Great stuff, and only on Sirius...no terrestrial, no FM!

Steve Phillips · 08-09-2005, 11:02 AM

I've just received a Sirius car system (not installed yet) and I'm thinking of getting a boom box for the house also. I was concerned about indoor reception, but Ron's post seems to indicate it may not be an issue.

Blu · 08-09-2005, 06:52 PM

The way we installed it at work is with two 50 foot antenna extensions with the antenna setting outside. The boombox is at least 90 feet inside the building. Reception is good and strong

A coworker just spent 12 hours on the road with XM and was far happier with the programming of Sirius. I have the boombox transmitting on FM and his shop picks it up very well. He is saving for a Sirius system.