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I could not get the XM radio to modulate with my cars FM radio. I also have a Delphi XM radio and have had no problems. I followed the directions to the letter.
Even though the Nexus is located in arm's length reach on the dash, the car kit comes with it's own separate remote control that allows me to control the unit with ease. And the MP3 player recording capability off of XM was only icing on the cake. I use it primarily as a car player now and so the use of the car kit is extremely important to me. I have an extra cord to deal with, but it concealed easily along side the dash so no discernible issues there.3) Remote control capability helps with use in the car. So my sister ran her antenna wire around the inside of her windshield and uses velcro to attach the antenna to the windsheild behind her rear view mirror to help conceal it. I think Samsung was looking for different price points and it charges almost 4 times for the Helix as it does for the Nexus. Even though I could use the FM transmitter built into the base, I've opted to use the cassette adapter and I get perfect sound. To record a song is a simple push of a single button during broadcast.
Works pretty effortlessly.CONS: 1) I already mentioned that the remote has a tendency to fly around the car if I don't secure it. If I remove the XM module, then I can't get XM broadcasts. I'm sure there's a way to do it, I just need to get my butt to pick up the manual and read it.4) I have to reinstall the XM car antenna. I have an 99 Acura RL and the YA-CP200's air vent connector clicked easily onto the vents in a convenient vent on my dash.
I don't have that issue. The unit stays in place and I don't have any concerns about it sliding around or slipping out of the cradle as I drive.2) Sound quality is great. I liked the flexibility it gave me to be portable in the car and at home. There's a separate XM module that plugs into the cradle behind the receiver that allows you to receive the signal. I paid about $30 from Sears after rebate. but that's more my fault than it is a design problem with the unit.2) The Nexus 25 receiver on it's own can't receive the XM signal. My sister has an XM receiver by a competitor and she uses the FM transmitter and when I ride with her, I hear a constant low hum in her broadcasts.
The only problem is that sometimes I'll take a corner and if I haven't secured the remote, it can end up in the foot well on the passenger side. Though I can understand why they've done this, I think they've done themselves a disservice.3) The navigation on the receiver is a bit cumbersome and not very intuitive. I purchased the Samsung Nexus 25 primarily for the XM radio capability and its inexpensive price. Considering the module is such a small thing, I don't understand why Samsung just didn't include the circuitry in the unit like in the Samsung Helix, the upgraded model. The Helix has the XM reception built into a single receiver unit so you can receive XM anywhere without having to plug the unit into a cradle with the module. I can get the job done, it just takes me a few more clicks than I would like especially considering that I'm in my car and should be keeping my attention on the road.
That can be annoying.4) I love the fact that I can record the XM broadcasts on the fly. I've heard from a local XM radio installer that the magnets in the antenna cause rusting of the exterior paint and seem to mess up your paint job. I have to say that I'm very pleased with its quality and reception.(Even though I list the pros and cons, many of these concerns are about the NEXUS product itself and don't reflect the car kit adapter)PROS:1) Quality-wise it's well built and installed easily in my car. Changing stations is not so simple and I haven't yet figured out how to save my favorite channels so I can go directly there. The home base unit also comes with a remote so now I have two and can keep one in each location. When I'm in my car and I go into a tunnel or an area where I can't get signal, the Nexus automatically switches over to MP3 mode and I can listen to my favorites until signal returns.
Once again a quip against the Nexus unit itself and not the car kit. Sounds like a good fix so I'll be doing that in the near future.Overall, I think the Nexus 25 along with the car kit make a great addition to any vehicle.
This car kit is the most expensive I've ever seen. It works great and shipping was quick. So all said I'm satisfied but It's priced way too high.
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