Delphi Roady SA10035 XM Radio Receiver
- Usage: Car
- Design: Compact
- Service: XM
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Solid performance with limited options
Pros
Inexpensive, reliable, solid performer. Good value for the money.
Cons
Better units are now available at slightly higher prices.
Recommended it?
Yes
The Bottom Line:
Get a Roady is your budget is tight and you are sure you want XM.
I had a Roady for about three months. I sold it because I didn't like XM. I switched to Sirius because their programming is better.
I used the wireless FM modulator with my Roady. The signal was weak and the sound quality was lower than I expected, but it was OK, especially considering how easy it was to install. You can get a wired modulator if you need to improve the sound volume or quality. Just make sure you get a quality unit.
Installation in my conversion van was simple - it took about 15 minutes to set everything up. I used a flex-neck mount that attached to the windshield to hold the Roady. (Purchased on ebay.) I just tucked the antenna wire under the trim in the van and routed it out the back doors to the roof. The antenna mounts via a magnet, so "installing" it was a snap.
I had no issues with satellite signal dropout. The screen is easy to read. The unit is simple to operate. I think I looked a the instruction manual once and never had a need to go back.
My unit did not come with a remote control. I suggest you try to get a remote. As silly as it sounds, you'll be glad that you can change channels without having to reach to the Roady. The remote will help you to keep your attention on your driving. (I'm also a Defensive Driving Instructor.)
Overall, the Roady is a solid performer. You can pick one up inexpensively on ebay. If you are sure XM is for you, get one. You might look at other models that offer more flexibility - like boomboxes, etc.
I used the wireless FM modulator with my Roady. The signal was weak and the sound quality was lower than I expected, but it was OK, especially considering how easy it was to install. You can get a wired modulator if you need to improve the sound volume or quality. Just make sure you get a quality unit.
Installation in my conversion van was simple - it took about 15 minutes to set everything up. I used a flex-neck mount that attached to the windshield to hold the Roady. (Purchased on ebay.) I just tucked the antenna wire under the trim in the van and routed it out the back doors to the roof. The antenna mounts via a magnet, so "installing" it was a snap.
I had no issues with satellite signal dropout. The screen is easy to read. The unit is simple to operate. I think I looked a the instruction manual once and never had a need to go back.
My unit did not come with a remote control. I suggest you try to get a remote. As silly as it sounds, you'll be glad that you can change channels without having to reach to the Roady. The remote will help you to keep your attention on your driving. (I'm also a Defensive Driving Instructor.)
Overall, the Roady is a solid performer. You can pick one up inexpensively on ebay. If you are sure XM is for you, get one. You might look at other models that offer more flexibility - like boomboxes, etc.
