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Sirius XM Radio Sportster SP-R1 Satellite

Samsung Helix YX-M1Z 1 GB Satellite Radio

Samsung Helix YX-M1Z Satellite Radio Receiver

6 reviews

$224.99 | 1 store

3 reviews

$279.00 | 1 store

Product Description

Get in the game and join the future with the plug-and-play Sirius SPR1 Sportster satellite radio receiver. In addition to all of the capabilities Sirius receivers are known for, the Sportster... More

Get in the game and join the future with the plug-and-play Sirius SPR1 Sportster satellite radio receiver. In addition to all of the capabilities Sirius receivers are known for, the Sportster maximizes the listening experience of Sirius' broad sports lineup. Just like other Sirius-compatible receivers, the SPR1 decodes the incoming Sirius digital-quality radio program information from more than 120 music, news, and sports channels and delivers an audio signal to your radio or other audio output equipment. It's easily transportable and, with the use of Sportster kits, enables you to listen to satellite radio programs at home, in your car, or during the backyard barbeque. Less

So how did they get a complete satellite receiver into a device that measures 3.7 x 2.2 x 0.6 inches? By using an advanced satellite/terrestrial internal antenna that allows the device to... More

So how did they get a complete satellite receiver into a device that measures 3.7 x 2.2 x 0.6 inches? By using an advanced satellite/terrestrial internal antenna that allows the device to receive signals from anywhere. The device is light, too, weighing in at just 4.5 ounces. The unit's full-color, 180 x 180 TFT display, as well as a user-friendly interface, make it easy to save and delete content. In addition to making it easy to find the music you want to listen to quickly, the interface lets you build your own playlists right on the device that consist of XM radio content and your own digital music. Another cool feature is the Helix's built-in memory buffer, which allows you to save an entire XM radio song even if you decide to save it in the middle of the song. The Helix's internal memory supports up to 50 hours of saved content. Less

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Key Features

Usage

Car • Home

Design

Compact

FM Transmitter

Included

Service

SIRIUS

Tuner

Song Memory

Tuner Features

Jump Button • Song Seek • Direct Channel Entry • Parental Control Lock • Skip/Add Channel • Line Out Level

Time-based Features

Clock • Alarm • Sleep Timer • Program Alert • Auto Shutdown

Number of Channel Presets

Number of Preset Banks

Display

LCD Adjuctments

Brightness / Dimming • Contrast

Other Features

Optional Kits

Home Kit • Car Kit

Included Accessories

Remote Control

Brand

Sirius XM Radio

Samsung

Dimensions

Weight

0.56 lb.

Depth

1.13 in.

Height

2.75 in.

Width

4.38 in.

Warranty

1 Year

Miscellaneous

Product ID

24642188

32005940

UPC

884720000102

086753091731

Product MPN

MPN

SPR1

YX-M1Z

Consumer Reviews

Sirius XM Radio Sportster SP-R1 Satellite

$224.99

Samsung Helix YX-M1Z Satellite Radio Receiver

$279.00

Product Review Summary

2.3

Based on 6 user reviews

50% recommend this product

5 stars

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1 star

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Consumer Reviews

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Sirius is not serious about their Sportster Satellite Radio

bycntaur5 Mar 22, 2006

87 Helpfuls 88 Helpfuls

Pros It works when it works! Easy to use & operate.

Cons Gets hot and eventually stopped working.

Recommended it? No

Okay, this is kind of embarrassing, but I have a serious question to ask you. Can I borrow $135.00? I know that we really don't know each other too well, but extreme measures must be put into motion as SIRIUS has forced my hand. When it comes to listening to good music, I always thought I was on... Read full review »

Go With the Dog, Get Sirius

bysandyriver Nov 29, 2005

11 Helpfuls 12 Helpfuls

Pros Great Music, Sports & Entertainment

Cons This is my ninth receiver, I'm addicted

Recommended it? Yes

Sirius or XM?

Both provide excellent coverage coast to coast & Mexico to Northern Canada.

XM has more repeaters & stationary satellites which means antenna placement is not a big issue.

Sirius has moving satellites which requires your antenna have an unobstructed view... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

2.3

Based on 3 user reviews

33% recommend this product

5 stars

4 stars

3 stars

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1 star

Pros

None Yet

Cons

None Yet

Good For

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Consumer Reviews

Terrific concept

byamaurycruz Mar 24, 2007

9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls

Pros Great value for the price. Very good to excellent sound quality. Very convenient.

Cons Poor reception makes it useless as a portable radio while walking around the city.

Recommended it? Yes

I've had the Samsung Helix for three weeks. Now I understand why so many people are walking around in their own world with a headset on. My wife recently bought a Nano and, once I tried it, I was hooked. The Helix is better than the Nano, in my view, because it can record off the air while the... Read full review »

Wait for something better

bykimdvm Jun 29, 2006

4 Helpfuls 5 Helpfuls

Pros Stores both MP3s and satellite radio broadcasts

Cons FM transmitter deactivated unless you buy the car kit. Reception not perfect (accessory...

Recommended it? No

This product was intentionally downgraded (as was the Pionner Inno), so that the FM transmitter will only work if you buy the car kit. Now you can't take it to your office and use with your boombox, etc. Perhaps they think they will sell more hardware this way.

However, in the days of... Read full review »

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