Volvo XC90: Audio, media and internet / SiriusXM® Satellite radio
The SiriusXM® Satellite system broadcasts from of a number of high elevation
satellites in geosynchronous orbit.
Listening to satellite radio
The digital signals from the satellites are lineof- sight, which means that physical
obstructions such as bridges, tunnels, etc, may temporarily interfere with signal
reception.
Avoid any obstructions, such as metallic objects transported on roof racks or
in a ski box, or other antennas that may impede signals from the SiriusXM® satellites.
Selecting SiriusXM® Satellite radio mode
- From the center display's Home view, swipe from right to left to come to
App view.

- Tap the SiriusXM® Satellite radio icon.

Home view with SiriusXM® Satellite radio activated
If there is no subscription activated, tap channel 1, where you will be prompted
on the screen to phone SiriusXM®.
If a cell phone is paired and connected to the vehicle, you can also subscribe
by:
- From Home view, pull down the Settings menu.
- Open the settings menu for SiriusXM® Satellite radio.
- Tap Unsubscribed Services.
- To call SiriusXM®, enter the phone number. They will activate the subscription
of your choice. This may take several minutes.
- When the subscription has been activated, tap the SiriusXM® Satellite radio
icon to start the function and display the channel list included in your subscription.
Limitations
Main channel vs. sub-channels (FM only): The main channel is the
only channel that can receive in hybrid mode (both digital and analog)...
(Option/accessory.)
SiriusXM® Satellite radio offers several features for finding and listening
to music, news, sporting events, etc. being broadcast on satellite radio stations...
Other information:
The vehicle's ignition can be put in various modes (levels) to make different
functions available.
To enable the use of a limited number of functions when the engine is not running,
the ignition can be put in one of three different levels: 0, I and
II...
Distance Alert can be turned off. The function is only available in vehicles
that can display information on the windshield with a head-up display*.
Activate or deactivate the function
using this button in the center display's Function view.
GREEN button indicator light – the function is activated...