I am a Sirius satellite radio fan. I like sports and information and neither are available on my daily drive so I have had satellite radio for some time. I prefer Sirius because NFL Radio is available only on Sirius. I own a Stiletto 100 and had that installed into my Grand Cherokee using a wired modulator. The Stiletto also serves as an mp3 player should I choose to play my own tunes.

I have been pondering what to do about installing satellite radio in my Cayman which is equipped with PCM (and the CD changer). Perhaps I'm being a snob, but I am not interested in the FM modulator approach to this install. I want an integrated solution. My understanding of the Dension unit is that satellite radio is employed via the aux port and does not represent an integrated solution because the channels are not selected or displayed on the PCM. The NAV-TV SIRPOR2 looks to be the only MOST integrated solution for Sirius. A no-brainer right? Well, perhaps not.

With the merger of Sirius and XM, new technology is projected to be rolling out in the November time frame. I expect an entirely new programming lineup (and pricing structure) in the same time frame. While SiriusXM is not likely to leave their existing customers in the lurch, I expect new options to become available. Given my deep southeastern location (with no local repeaters), XM is actually a better technical solution for me because of satellite coverage.

Porsche has signed an agreement with XM. Will the 911 PCM 3.0 integrated XM unit work with a PCM 2.1 unit? What are the programming options shared across the Sirius and XM satellites going to be? Based on the significant change underway, I have decided to wait a few months to see how this all shakes out before I spend the $1000 or so to purchase and install the SIRPOR2 unit.

Opinions?

You need to check out channels 100 and 101 for Howard Stern, if you haven't already.

Fence sitting while Sirius and XM figure out their merger strategy will prove to be futile. Let me tell you why.

1). Both of these companies have one goal. To secure and keep as many subscribers as possible. They have no interest in selling of profiting from hardware. The hardware is simply a necessary component for them to sell subscriptions. Because of this heavy interest in subscribers, and in controlling churn (lost subscribers), they will NOT leave you or any other existing customers in the lurch. Trust me.

2). Satellites are not cheap. We are talking about billions of dollars of hardware that's flying around up there. They aren't going to take those satellites down and replace them. They are going to leave them in place and reconfigure them. The most cost effective way for the to combine content is to simply open the content up to each satellite network. So, you Sirius customers are likely to see new channels bringing the best of XM to your existing radio, same goes for you XM customers.

For the latest news on this, please visit www.Orbitcast.com. I work for Sirius and I sometimes get news here before its released internally.

To use the Nav TV interface with your SL-100, you will need a SC-VDOC1. That piece will allow you to dock your SL-100 (maybe in the glove box if you wish) and turn it into a SCC1 internal tuner that can be controlled by the NAV TV/factory head unit. See attachment.

If you want the NAV TV piece and the SC-VDOC1 for a LOT less than $1,000, please PM me and I'll point you in the right direction.

Attached Files

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If you decide to go XM, the Cayenne XM kit works in the Cayman. Suncoast Porsche, Audi, & VW: XM Radio Retrofit for PCM - 987

OK, as an update to this thread, it turns out that the "Best of Sirius on XM" Package does include the NFL Channel and the NFL play-by-play channels as well. The link is here:

Best of Sirius/XM upgrade to launch October 6th - Orbitcast

As a result, I am now investigating the Cayenne XM Module installed into the PCM 2.1. Has anyone had any experience with this module and the installation required? Does anyone know where a listing of XM repeater locations might be found. I know that there are no Sirius repeaters located in my area, but XM might be different.

Also, Suncoast mentions the need to clear fault codes after the install. What fault codes are initiated by an XM install?

What about Howard Stern?

If you click on the link in my above post you will discover that Howard Stern is also included in the "Best of Sirius on XM" Package.

I have Sirius in my Land Rover. I can't stand the poor sound quality, so I barely use it. To me it is almost like listening to AM radio.

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I had a Cayanne XM unit installed 5 months ago. No real problems except to say there was some boot up problems at first. They were resolved by my installer with dealer help. The best part is it works with the pcm.I didn't try to install myself as I have a local installer who also installed my Nav TV Tooki bluetooth.

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Lawnmore, where is your XM antenna located? I assume by "boot up" problems that needed the dealer, you mean that the PCM required a PIWIS code change to make the PCM recognize the satellite radio. True?

Very helpful, thank you. One of my main concerns was getting Howard as I have a 1 hr + commute each way, daily. He makes the time fly.

Sat antenna is under the cover between the hood and windshield,next to the NAV antenna. I have no problems with reception at all.As I understand it the XM takes the place of the 6 CD player( which I don't use) in the system, and you may need to have it reset with the PIWIS. Before you go to that trouble give it some time to see if it will adjust itself. I am very happy with the results PS--- With the PIWIS you can also make some nice personal preference adjustments. I set my windows to both"windows down" with the unlock held down on the remote. Side lights to" blink "but no running lights, and both windows partially down when rear hatch is opened. Makes it so much easier to shut the hatch. In" so cal "rain is a non issue with this setting.

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