Editorial Review:Product Description:Audiovox offers the most satellite radio options on the market today. The beauty of SIRIUS Plug N Play receiver is its uncommon versatility. Snap the receiver into the vehicle docking station for an in car solution, snap the receiver into your at home docking station for an in house solution or snap the receiver into its portable boombox solution and take satellite to the beach, campsite or where ever you go. PRODUCT FEATURES: Digital wireless FM transmitter with 35 selectable frequencies built-in; Small low profile design; Large 6-line LCD display with amber backlighting; Dedicated jump button for in & out access to your favorite programming; Memory capture feature (S-Seek) stores 20 of your favorite songs; when activated can search all of the incoming Sirius channels for those songs; Listing and search ahead capability by channel name, artist name, or song title; Time based functions including an on-screen clock, alarm, sleep timer and program alert which allows the receiver to switch to a pre-programmed channel at a selected time; Cigarette lighter power adapter; Adjustable mounting bracket; Small low profile magnetic roof mount antenna; 3.5 mm jack for direct connect to aftermarket radios via RCA input (optional cable - SATRCA needed).
Amazon.com Product Description:Get ready for serious audio entertainment with the Audiovox SIR-CMB3 Sirius Satellite Radio Receiver and Docking Station. This small, low-profile unit delivers more than 120 channels of crystal-clear Sirius satellite radio programming on the go.
The built-in wireless FM transmitter turns any FM receiver into a Sirius radio. This receiver has 35 selectable frequencies -- just tune the correct station and pump Sirius satellite-quality radio through your home stereo system. The large, six-line LCD screen with easy-to-read amber backlighting delivers station, song, artist, and other information.
This receiver features a dedicated Jump button for in-and-out access of your favorite programming and a memory capture (S-Seek) that stores 20 of your favorite songs. Search all incoming channels to see if your favorite song is being broadcast or search ahead to see when they'll be played next, and with the time-based functions you can even set a program alert notification for your favorite broadcasts. You'll never miss a beat with Sirius and the SIR-CMB3.
The docking station is equipped with a cigarette lighter power adapter and an adjustable mounting bracket for easy, convenient placement in your vehicle. It also includes a small magnetic roof mount antenna, guaranteeing exception reception of Sirius' satellite radio network. With amazing portability and easy docking accessories for your home and vehicle, the SIR-CMB3 will allow you to enjoy Sirius satellite radio almost anywhere.
The receiver also doubles as a clock with an alarm and sleep timer. For more information about Sirius digital-quality sound, coast-to-coast coverage, and more than 120 channels of satellite radio entertainment, visit the Sirius web site.
What's in the Box SIR-PNP3 receiver, wireless remote control, two AAA batteries, docking station, mounting base, DC power adapter, antenna, audio cable, hardware kit, Sirius channel guide, product registration card, and user's manual.
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Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
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Terrible Reception
I purchased this item primarily because I knew it matched up well with a particular Motorcycle mount I was buying. After receiving the purchase, I activated the unit and could not get a consistant signal. The antenna was always disabled and searching for a signal. Before returning it, I purchased a sirius system and it worked perfectly. I, then was sure I had a defective unit. I must say, Amazon was great in allowing me to return the unit, even though it was past the 14 day return period of the company that shipped it to me. I was greatly pleased in Amazon's coorporation with me and I will continue to purchase from them. In all the times I've bought from Amazon, this is the first time I had a problem at all. Thank you Amazon for your assistance. I will continue to be a loyal customer.
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Sirius Rocks on Audiovox
I have had sirius for two years, and have two friends that I give 3 subscriptions to as gifts (each additonal subscriptin is about 8 dollar a month) - they all love them. I have a life time subscription. My original audiovox got ripped off, so I needed to get it replaced - and they don't hold it as one of the three changes in radios I am allowed. For the money, the third version of the Autiovox is best - it gives good fm transmistion that has had to be toned down per the FCC in other models. Unless you want to record the shows with protable models that are more expensive, this is the way to go. Sirius content is better than xm - esp. if you love nfl football, nba basketball, etc.
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Happy with both
I've been using the radio for about a week now. In that week, I've driven through southern Ontario, western NY, PA, WV, MA, and VA.
Radio itself: Seems well built, solid. Has a nice FM transmitter. I haven't experienced any of the problems other people seem to have with the newer radios (i.e. week transmitter). LCD is clear and bright, even during the day. My only complaint is the number of 'motions' required to change the frequency (Menu button, scroll down 4 or 5 options, select FM Frequency, scroll down to 2nd option, select it, etc...). As I was traveling through several States, I ended up changing about three to four times. If you end up staying in one area, then this won't be as important to you.
Mount: It works. I 'stuck' it to my dash and will not end up screwing it in - I don't need to from the looks of things. It's a bit tough getting the radio out of the cradle. Also, the first time I changed the position of the cradle, it felt like I was going to break it. Other reviews, however, had prepared me for this and I wasn't worried too much.
Sirius service: I bought this in the States (I currently live in Canada) because I wanted the US service (why does everything in CAN appear to be a watered down version of the comparable product/service available in the US?). However, I needed a US credit card...hrm...so I signed up for the CAN service instead. It looks like I lose a few channels and the service costs more ($20 for start up, $15 for service PLUS GST!!!). On the good side, however, the CAN service worked flawlessly in the States as I expected and I experienced no hickups when crossing the border. Also, I was told by Sirius CAN that because I have a US radio, that I will be able to get the US stations when I move back down (and acquire US service plan). Otherwise, if I had bought a CAN system, I would have had to re-purchase a US system in order to get the US specific stations.
Ok - I made a believer out of my wife. She was a bit skeptical about me spending 15 a month on this, but with 28 + hours of driving behind us, she's now impressed with the station quality and selection. So am I
UPDATE: APRIL 13, 2007. Here's something I just found out. I purchased a US radio with the intent of using the US Service in Canada (see watering down comment above). That didn't fly because I don't have a US credit card. Fair enough, so I sign up for the CAN service. Just found out that I won't be able to pick up some CAN stations because my radio is a US model. Also, I won't be able to pick up many (by my count 10) US stations because I have the CAN service. It's the worst of both worlds in my mind, for now. I still get about 95% of Sirius stations, so I'm not too upset. Plus, when I move back down to the States I won't have to re-purchase a new unit.
So, just be aware of where your radio is coming from and which service you intend to use.
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Sirius is Expensive
Dude, if you pay for a liftime subscription you can only trasfer you membership 3 times??? Ahh then what? So you have to take you in dash radio with you for the rest of your life!!!??? So I go buy a few radio's to tryout and I don't like the first 2 Im stuck with the third, for Life???!! Ok peeps if I buy a life time subscription it should be for my lifetime not my radios lifetime....
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confused
This plug and play works great!
My confusion comes when trying to get the boombox accessory. Dose the sir-bb3 boombox work with this plug and play? The reason I am confused is because when I went to purchase the boombox I was told it only works with the sir-pnp3 plug and play!?!?!?! They don't explain that very well.
