Listen to satellite radio in the tractor.
Although most people think of satellite radio as a road-trip luxury, the fact is that satellite radio is used every day and by people in all walks of life. Even farmers and ranchers are putting satellite radio in tractors, ATVs and even skid-loaders for more options. Before installing the radio check local radio frequencies to make sure there is a frequency not in use; this way the satellite can play through the vehicle's existing radio.
Instructions
1. Attach the portable satellite radio mount to the tractor dashboard. Use the screws provided in the kit.
2. Decide if you will run the antenna wire through a window or door. Remember that every time a door or window is opened or closed it will compress the wire, which could cause reception problems.
3. Place the antenna on the roof of the tractor near the door or window where the wires will run. This will reduce reception problems because less wire will be used.
4. Attach the antenna wire to the satellite radio receiver. The wire, similar to the coaxial cables used with television, should reach easily to the radio but should not hang loosely over the roof or into the tractor cab.
5. Connect the 12-volt adapter, included with the kit, to the 12-volt plug in the tractor. The 12-volt plug is also the lighter plug.
6. Search for an open radio frequency on the existing radio. You want a station which is all static.
7. Set the radio frequency in the existing radio and set the same frequency in the menu of the satellite radio. This will allow the satellite to play through the existing speakers.
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