XM Satellite Car Radio: Receivers, Antennas And Commercial Free Radio Stations

It's becoming more common to see drivers laughing out loud at the infamous Howard Stern show or bopping along to the latest tunes without being interrupted by commercials. But its not the regular radio. It's an XM satellite car radio. The crisp sound and sleek look is a dead give away. XM satellite radio has gained in popularity over the last few years.

With the recent appearance of XM satellite radio, many people need information about the different aspects of XM car radios. There are three main aspects that people need to consider when buying XM satellite radio:

• XM satellite car radio
• XM satellite radio antennas
• XM satellite radio receivers

An XM satellite car radio can be purchased on a variety of sites and in stores. There are many different kinds of XM satellite car radio options. Size, portability, and accessories will determine the price of the XM satellite car radio. Some of the most popular and well known XM satellite car radio devices are:

• Delphi Skyfi3- This XM satellite car radio plugs into a dock and has a 2.8 inch screen,10 hour built in memory, stores up to 500 songs, commercial free radio stations, and has a XM sports and stock ticker. The Delphi skyfi3 XM satellite car radio can range from $170-$200.
• Audiovox Xpress- This is the smallest and lightest XM satellite car radio available. A sports ticker, stock ticker, clock, alarm, and 100 channel FM transmitter are available. The price ranges from $40-$80.
• Delphi Roady XT- This XM satellite car radio offers a full function remote control, mounting accessories, power adaptor, and earbuds. Price ranges from $150-$200.
• Delphi Skyfi2- This XM satellite car radio includes a 30-minute replay, mount, and sports ticker. Price ranges from $100-$150.

XM satellite radio antennas are used to create a better, crisper signal when driving in the car. The type of XM satellite car radio will determine which XM satellite radio antennas are best to use. For example, the ROANT2 antenna ($29.99) works with the Delphi Roady XT and the Delphi Skyfi2 car radios. Another component to consider is the type of vehicle that will be  using the XM satellite radio antennas. There are certain antennas made for motorcycles, trucks, and cars. They range in price from $30-$80.

XM satellite radio receivers are best for people who want the car radio, but don't want all the accessories. XM satellite radio receivers range in size, portability, and price. There are some XM satellite radio receivers that work specifically with a certain XM car radio, while others work with all radios. XM satellite radio receivers that work with all kinds of car radios are Pioneer Inno ($125) and Samsung Helix ($220). XM satellite radio receivers that work with specific car radios are the Delphi XM MyFi (which works with Delphi car radios) and AudioVox (which works with audiovox radios). All of the aforementioned accessories and equipment can be purchased on xm-radio-satellite.com.

With so many options regarding XM satellite radio its best to know what's what. The more knowledge of the accessories and equipment the better off a possible buyer will be.


Sources:
Satellite Radio Superstore. 2003-2006. 27 Feb. 2007 <http://www.xm-radio-satellite.com/>.
For the Car and Home. XM Staellite Radio. 2001-2007. 27 Feb. 2007 <http://xmradio.com/shop/plugandplay.xmc>.