[DennisDawg]

I see that Scion has determined that people are not interested in Sirius/XM and it is not offered in the head units.

Is this true?

If there a way to get it anyway (that isn’t a mess)?

 

[phej]

I think it'd be nice to have, but it's not necessary (for me). You replace the head unit with one that offered Srius/XM - I want to do that with a Pioneer App Radio, but I haven't seen any that work in the iM yet.

 

[Kalisyohta]

Sirius XM streaming from your phone via Bluetooth audio however that means data usage. Clutter free I suppose but I guess the work around is getting an unrestricted data plan.

 

[Nick Prescott]

They have the Aha radio app... just as good as satellite radio. I have T-mobile so audio streaming is free from my cell phone and doesn't count towards data usage.

 

[Grumpy05]

I just turn on Pandora on my phone and hook it up to the bluetooth in the car.

 

[DennisDawg]

Pandora and such need data... I drive way beyond cell phone coverage very often. So satellite is important to me and plus I like it.

I have read that there is a way to add it to FRS head units where is is not offered.

Alternatively I could replace the head unit... But would like an easier way out.

 

[Gotcha]

The best alternatives are some type of streaming service from your phone. You just might have to alter your data plan a bit to make sure you either get unlimited for whatever streaming service you use, or a high enough data plan that you won't go over all the time.

 

[SiM]

The best alternatives are some type of streaming service from your phone. You just might have to alter your data plan a bit to make sure you either get unlimited for whatever streaming service you use, or a high enough data plan that you won't go over all the time.

You're going to be paying a lot to stream from your phone and using your phones data plan for that. And we all known phone plans aren't cheap, also how limited some are in data capacity.

 

[DennisDawg]

The best alternatives are some type of streaming service from your phone. You just might have to alter your data plan a bit to make sure you either get unlimited for whatever streaming service you use, or a high enough data plan that you won't go over all the time.

As already presented, we are often far from cell phone coverage so it is not a viable option.

Being able to add Sirius Satellite Radio to the installed head unit would be the best option for me. The FRS folks do it.

 

[ToddMS]

I would call around to a couple different well known distributors (Crutchfield, Sonix, etc.) and maybe even email Pioneer to see if there is an accessory add-on for the factory stereo. Otherwise, I think your only option will be to replace the head unit.

 

[Ikarus]

I may be missing the obvious but wouldn't something like this work?http://shop.siriusxm.com/edealinv/s...StoreItemMobile.vm&ctl_nbr=10600&siId=6424140

 

[Fireyrguns]

Just use this and its cheap

Stereo Bluetooth Transmitter for SiriusXM Radios

 

[SiM]

Just use this and its cheap

Stereo Bluetooth Transmitter for SiriusXM Radios

That's a good solution for $25, i'd go with that rather than having to contact the manufacture who made the headunit. Only downside with the one Fireyguns listed is it's from some no name brand.. that might or might not be an issue.

 

[DennisDawg]

I may be missing the obvious but wouldn't something like this work?SiriusXM Onyx Plus with Vehicle Kit - Shop - SiriusXM Radio

The only thing is it is the old way of satellite radio, with a separate controller for it, rather than controlled via the head unit. IT is clutter.

Just use this and its cheap

Stereo Bluetooth Transmitter for SiriusXM Radios

I think you end up with control not on the head unit but off in some other box, like in the original days of satellite radio, I had a huge box on a bracket . . annoying.


Then I see this:

Complete SiriusXM Install Kit for 2014 and up Factory Toyota, Scion Vehicles

The write up in kind of a mess, with a 2015 iM . . . but if I cannot get it in the head unit this might work and allow control via the head unti?

 

[DennisDawg]

I wrote about the above item and received this:

From: "XMFanStore.com" <[email protected]>

Dennis,

Sorry, but both the standard and upgraded audio package feature Pioneer AHA and are not compatible. I will be sure that our website is updated accordingly.

Thanks,

Ryan​

So, I still haven't found a good fix.

 

[Jeff Brooks]

I just recently purchased a 2016 Scion I'm. I do not have the upgraded BeSpoke radio, just the regular stock radio (it does have Aha).
For the Sirius/XM connectivity, I purchased (through the dealership) a Vais Technology GSR-001 satellite radio interface. This is made for Toyota/Scion. I found the same unit on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/GSR-001-Satellite-Integration-2014-up-SXV-300/dp/B00M0TNW4A


After install, the XM works great, full integration. You get all of the same information (minus album art) on the stereo screen vs. a separate control unit. Everything can be controlled by the touchscreen and steering wheel controls.


The downside is:
- The satellite antennae must still be mounted somewhere on the vehicle (they could not tap into the factory antennae fin).
- The unit interfaces to the stereo via the USB input under the stereo console. The plug keeps the drop-down door from closing.


I might see if there is 90 degree USB male end adapter to use here, so that the door closes. They placed the antennae on the drivers-side/forward dash, which will be covered by a dash mat.


Jeff

 

[momie]

I know this is a rather old thread, but did you ever resolve your problem? I am purchasing an iA for my daughter and I know she adores her Sirius XM radio for the Forensic Files shows on HLN. I hate for her to lose that. But I don't know about the cost of streaming it as an app, or our rather spotty phone coverage living out in the country. I would feel much better if I could access a satellite and not have to rely on cell towers. But I also don't want to install an ugly portable radio that won't interface with her car's screen. What did you end up doing? Thanks!