SIRIUS Starmate 3 and Car Kit ST3TK1
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SIRIUS Starmate 3 provides all of the exciting and easy-to-use desgins of the Starmate Plug and Play Family with the added feature of the Universal Docking Capability.
Features:
- New SIRIUS Universal Docking Capability means more accessory options designed to fit you life
- Slim profile vehicle docking cradle for easy, attractive in-vehicle installation
- Wide-Angle, easy-to-read 5-Line graphic display
- 30 Channel Presets
- GameAlert-Prompts when your favorite games are being broadcast and alerts you when the scores change
- My GameZone-Lists all your favorite teams in one virtual category and lets you select a different team from each of the various sport leagues including NFL, NBA, NHL and college sports
- One-Touch Jump-One touch to traffic and weather reports for your city, or tune to your favorite SIRIUS channel
- MEMO with S-Seek stores and alerts by artist and song
- Wireless FM transmitter with 100-frequency choices and FM frequency list shortcut button for quick, easy FM transmitter frequency changes
- Parental Control and Channel Lock
Includes:
- Starmate 3 Radio Receiver
- 5v Vehicle Power Adapter
- Vehicle Docking Cradle
- Remote Control
- Magnetic Vehicle Antenna
- Suction Cup Mount
COMPATIBILITY, SPECS AND DOCS
ST3-Installation-User-Guide-011907a.pdf Radio Specs:
Satellite Frequencies: 2322.293/2330.207 MHz
Terrestrial Frequencies: 2326.250MHz
Power Requirements: 5 Volts, Negative Ground, DC
Audio Output: 2V (normal) 2.8V (max.) (Peak-to-Peak)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <0.2%
Signal-to-noise (S/N): Greater than 73dB
Operating Temperature: -20° to +85° C (-4° to +185° F)
Radio Dimensions (Width x Length x Height): 124.2mm x 48.5mm x 16mm
(4.9” x 1.9” x .0.6”)
Radio Weight: 91g (3.2 oz.)
Remote Control Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth): 41mm x 104mm x 15mm
(1.61” x 4.09” x .59”)
Remote Control Battery Requirements: CR2025
Cigarette Lighter Adapter Fuse Requirement: 2A Slow Blow
Antenna Type: Low Profile Magnetic
Antenna Cable Length: 1.8m (6ft.)
Antenna Connector Type: SMB (right-angle)
Audio Interface: 1/8” / 3.5mm Stereo Jack
WARNING, VIDEO AND FAQ
Warnings
NOTE: In order to comply with a FCC ruling, Sirius has weakened the FM transmission strength in any radio manufactured after 2006. This decrease in strength may hinder your listening experience, especially if you plan on using the FM transmitter to broadcast Sirius to your radio in an area with many competing FM stations.
Please listen to the following for an example of common sound issues related to the weaker FM transmitters.
Common sound issues related to the weaker FM transmitter.
If you believe this may be an issue for you, or if you are experiencing sound quality issues with your current setup, we'd strongly recommend exploring the following options to directly connect your Sirius receiver to your car radio.
Options for improving audio quality
Good: The FM Direct Adapter
This will connect the SIRIUS receiver directly to your car's FM antenna giving you better sound with the quality of a strong FM station.
- Sound Quality: Analog - FM Quality
- Static Interference: Low
- Decibel Loss: Moderate
FM Direct Adapter Sound Sample
Better: The Cassette Player Adapter
A great solution if you have a cassette player in your car. It will provide the same quality sound as a cassette tape.
- Sound Quality: Analog - Hi-Fi Cassette
- Static Interference: None
- Decibel Loss: Low
Cassette Player Adapter Sound Sample
Best: Auxiliary Input Adapters
Many new vehicles have a jack directly on the front of their radios. Auxiliary input adapters can be installed in many other vehicles. Both options will provide digital quality audio for the best listening experience.
- Sound Quality: Digital - Near CD Quality
- Static Interference: None
- Decibel Loss: Low to None
Auxiliary Input Sound Sample
For a more detailed explanation of these options checkout this guide.
FAQ's
Q: What's the difference between the Starmate 3 and the Starmate 4?A: The main difference between the Starmate 3 and 4 is that the Starmate 4 has an upgraded blue screen vs. and amber screen and the Starmate 4 also has the Replay function which allows for time shifting within 44 minutes.
