Powering up a SkiFi XM radio

[aldive]

Powering up a SjiFi XM radio

When cranking the truck, my SkiFi XM radio shuts off. Is there a way I can rig it to turn on just like the trucks HU does upon cranking?

Thanks…..

 

[zensius]

I'm not sure how yours works but my Sony Xm add on 'senses' power and turns itself on. You could hook straight to 12volt power and it would always be on. If you've currently got it hooked to the power on your HU and that is connected to the car's original power for the stereo than the ignition shuts down the system to provide full power to cranking and there's not much you can do. Good luck.

 

[izackary]

i don't see any way to defeat that...i've got a skyfi as well. if there's a way around this, you may be best trying to ask delphi about it. maybe there's a hidden feature in the programming. (i.e. hold 2 buttons for extra menu, etc.)

 

[SiLenZe]

i have mine hooked up to the cig lighter power. it does not turn off while cranking.

 

[izackary]

maybe there was a change in a model year...

i know all my electrical briefly shuts off so the engine can use the entire battery to start. that or my battery is getting going.

 

[VairKing]

I guess I am not sure why you would want your radio on during cranking. When cranking my engine, I want all available current going to the starter motor...

 

[aldive]

I don't care if its on during cranking; I simply want it on after the truck is started without having to manually turn it on.

 

[izackary]

best bet is probably to possibly rewire the cig lighter to come straight out of the battery, or check with delphi. try doing a search on www.xmfan.com they may be able to help you.