by Audiovox
SIRIUS Sportster 5 has advanced features, like alerts and tickers for the latest sports and scores, plus a bright, full-color display with selectable background colors to match the vehicle dash lights. Features: •Easy to Install: Revolutionary SIRIUS|XM PowerConnect FM Transmitter works through the vehicle's radio with easy Do-It-Yourself installation. The color coded vehicle dock makes it simple to connect. •Large, multi-color display: Easily view artist, song and channel information. •Selectable display background and text colors: Choice of 15 different color combinations to match the vehicle dash lights or the mood. •Enhanced real-time program guide: Ability to browse programs, artists and songs playing on other channels without having to change the channel. •Pause & Replay: Pause, rewind and replay up to 60 minutes of live radio. •Favorite channels: Save and enjoy fast access to up to 30 favorite channels. •FM preset key: Easy and quick tuning for optimal PowerConnect performance. •S-Seek Alert: Don't miss your favorite artists, songs, sports teams and drivers when they're on live radio. •Sports Alert: Delivers real-time scores and updates of your favorite sports, teams and drivers, plus alerts when they're playing. •One-Touch Jump: Direct access to traffic and weather conditions of the 20 most congested cities, or to access a favorite channel. •Parental Controls: Easily lock and unlock channels with mature content. •Includes complete PowerConnect Vehicle Kit: Universal docking capability - add accessories for the home, office or additional vehicles.
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Reviewed by: Scott E. Cooley "SC from NY" (Centerport, NY)
Hardware Upgrade, July 27, 2010
This review is from: Sirius SDSP5V1 Sportster 5 Dock and Play Radio with PowerConnect 
I've been a Sirius subscriber for about eight years. Got it initially for the NFL feed, but got hooked on the music and news stations. I only use it at home in a boombox system. Recently, my original unit (Orbiter version) died. Came to find that it had been discontinued. So time to upgrade...
So far, so good for the Sportster 5 - I got this version because I could add the Best of XM package (O & A in the AM). I like the improved displays and the ability to change colors. Allows for a Sports Ticker within the display so scores can scroll (you control the teams). Remote is much less bulky than what I had (about 1" x 3") and, finally, allows you to control volume. This version also gives ability to save and rewind/replay about 60 minutes worth of programming.
Based on other reviews I've read, I'm concerned about the life expectancy of the receiver. People report issues after a year, so I'll reserve judgment. I've no intention of installing in my car, so not qualified to offer an opinion on that portion. Instructions to install are straight forward though.
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