Xact XTR1 Sirius Satellite Plug and Play Receiver
by XACT Communications LLC
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Manufacturer: XACT Communications LLCBrand: Xact
Edition: Electronics
Model: xtr1
Publisher: XACT Communications LLC
Studio: XACT Communications LLC
Music Label: XACT Communications LLC
Product features:
- Preset tuner scans up to 18 stored streams
- User-Selectable Search - Search by stream name, capture and store up to 20 artists and song titles, while skipping streams when stepping up & down
- Stereo line level audio output, via industry-standard connectors
- Multi-channel wireless stereo FM connection via 6-channel modulator/transmitter and antenna system
- Parental Controls allow administrators to passcode-protect streams form other users
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Customer Review: CRAPTASTIC!!!!
Summary: 1 Stars
I activated my Stream Jockey W/ Boombox & car kit Mid December 2005 (it was a birthday gift). By 01/28/06 the receiver started re-booting itself intermittently for minutes at a time (it went to the Sirius startup screen for about 10 seconds then shuts off then it restarts). It would do this at random times throughout the day. After a week of hoping in vain that it was a fluke I tried calling their customer service number but gave up after a full 15 minute wait on the phone I tried two more times on different days with pretty much the same results. Then it started rebooting all the time when I turned it on. After finding these reviews I understand why nobody at XACT has the time to answer the phone. Don't let the few over exuberant Amazon reviewers who gave this product high marks lead you astray. You'll notice many of their reviews start with the phrase "I JUST got my new XTR1 and I love it"! Given time and the odds I'm sure many of them will be changing their mind soon enough. I was lucky enough to get a refund from the original retailer even though my purchase was well over 30 days old. I printed out all the reviews I found here and took them with me when I returned unit. The store manager said he had experienced a large number of returns for this product. Fortunately he understood my exasperation and didn't want to alienate his customers. (THANK GOD!)
Now on to the actual product, in my eyes it has some real design deficiencies. The first thing I didn't like was the CHEESY Car mount kit. You can either glue it to the windshield or dash with the attached peel off sticky pad or take the plunge and screw it to something in your car. I was thinking of using it to fill my trashcan (glad I didn't). To top it off the receiver does not quick connect/disconnect to the car mount, you have to fit the receiver to four small guide pins and then screw and unscrew it from the mount (my new Sanyo receiver clicks on and off with ease. I consider the station preset scheme to be poorly designed you have a combination of the letters A-F and the number 1-3 (ie: A1, A2, A3, B1.....F3) to store your 18 presets. I don't know about you but I'd rather just have a full number pad to change channels or presets. The remote has a volume control that does nothing but I'm not surprised it's just par for the course. The optional Boom box has an AM/FM radio with no external antenna so it is no surprise it can only pick up the strongest stations in the area and even then the reception is poor. The lid on the CD player opens by touch so just about every time you move it the lid pops open and while that's not the end of the world it is annoying all the same. If you still have your heart set on this product I would strongly suggest you keep ALL packing material and enclosed printed material in case you need to return it.
Description of Xact XTR1 Sirius Satellite Plug and Play Receiver
XACT COMMUNICATIONS XTR1 Palm Sized Portable SIRIUS Satellite Tuner - The XTR1 is a palm-sized portable Sirius Satellite Tuner for enjoying Sirius wherever you go. Enjoy 105 streams of satellite radio programming in 13 categories. Whether you like music from foreign lands, news from across the globe, or sports commentary -- Sirius offers all of it, 100% commercial-free. This Plug & Play Receiver offers multiple control options for choosing your favorite stations and hearing them anywhere! Software-controlled channel selection Headphone jack supports 2-stereo headphone sets with optional Y connector Sleep Timer schedules automatic shut-offs Wireless IR remote control offers additional sub-menu options Amber backlit display with illuminated keypad and control buttons Optional Home, Portable and Car Kits for use wherever you go are required (not included) In order to receive Sirius satellite radio broadcasts, a monthly subscription to Sirius is required. Information is enclosed in product packagingThe Xact XTR1 Sirius Satellite Plug and Play Receiver is a palm-sized portable Sirius Satellite tuner that will give you endless hours of Sirius Satellite programming. With the XTR1, along with a subscription to the Sirius Satellite Radio Network (sold separately), you'll have access to 13 categories, including music, sports, talk, entertainment and more from Sirius.
The XTR1 features an 18-channel preset capability, a built-in wireless FM transmitter, wireless remote, and stereo headphone jack with volume control. If you have kids, a parental control will help you to control the content they listen to. Use the illuminated keyboard and control buttons to search by artist name, song title, or category. And a satellite-updated real-time clock, built into the receiver, will keep you on time wherever you're going.
Note: You must subscribe to Sirius Satellite Radio to receive the satellite radio signal.
What's in the Box
XTR-1 Sirius satellite tuner, wireless remote control, two AAA batteries, and user's guide.
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