FlyerTalk Forums
Page 1 of 2
1
2
Show 40 post(s) from this thread on one page

FlyerTalk Forums (https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/index.php)
-   Travel Technology (https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/travel-technology-169/)
-   -   Does Sirius work Internationally? (https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/travel-technology/508462-does-sirius-work-internationally.html)

SomeGuy Dec 28, 2005 8:32 pm
Does Sirius work Internationally?
 
Title pretty much sums it up. Going to Italy in Jan, wondering if Sirius would work over there. Tried searching on FT, nothing found. Tried looking at Sirius.com but it wouldn't load properly.

ScottC Dec 28, 2005 8:36 pm
Nope. Siruis "birds" only cover the US.

monahos Dec 28, 2005 8:48 pm
Interesting question, since Sirius satellites are on an inclined elliptical orbit, not geostationary as one would expect, and thus overfly other parts of the globe.

However, as pointed out, they do not broadcast when not over the CONUS. More details here

SomeGuy Dec 28, 2005 8:50 pm
Ok, then, how about XM? Any chance it works internationally?

SomeGuy Dec 28, 2005 8:54 pm
Looking at that website, looks like Internationally yes, if NAFTA is international. Well, guess I'm hauling a bunch of CDs with me.

monahos Dec 28, 2005 8:56 pm
Originally Posted by SomeGuy
Ok, then, how about XM? Any chance it works internationally?
None at all, XM has two geostationary satellites covering North America only, with a somewhat smaller footprint than Sirius.

ScottC Dec 28, 2005 9:01 pm
Your only option is to stream Sirius over your laptop and broadband.

There are other more complicated ways involving a 3G phone, a PDA and some software that would allow you to stream Sirius when you are roaming the streets of Italy, but that is getting way too complicated.

kanebear Dec 28, 2005 9:32 pm
Originally Posted by ScottC
Your only option is to stream Sirius over your laptop and broadband.

There are other more complicated ways involving a 3G phone, a PDA and some software that would allow you to stream Sirius when you are roaming the streets of Italy, but that is getting way too complicated.

... and expensive! I would hate to see those data roaming charges...

gglave Dec 29, 2005 11:45 am
>Well, guess I'm hauling a bunch of CDs with me

Huh?

http://tinyurl.com/9dd9q :)

Cheers,
Geoff Glave
Vancouver, Canada

kanebear Dec 29, 2005 12:44 pm
Originally Posted by gglave
>Well, guess I'm hauling a bunch of CDs with me

Huh?

http://tinyurl.com/9dd9q :)

Cheers,
Geoff Glave
Vancouver, Canada
Or at least rip 'em all to the laptop using iTunes and save the space! That doesn't cost anything.

boilermaker Dec 30, 2005 8:21 am
--wrong place--

mposter Dec 30, 2005 9:01 am
Originally Posted by ScottC
Your only option is to stream Sirius over your laptop and broadband.

There are other more complicated ways involving a 3G phone, a PDA and some software that would allow you to stream Sirius when you are roaming the streets of Italy, but that is getting way too complicated.
XM also offers free internet streaming. So if you have a WiFi connection you can llisten to XM anywhere. There is also a XM pocket PC program if you have a wireless enabled pocket PC device.

I know XM is expanding (just launched a Canada based subscription). I thought I remember reading that XM and a "World Radio" signed a deal to allow use all over the world, but I do not remember the specifics. Sorry.

boilermaker Dec 30, 2005 10:03 am
Originally Posted by mposter
I know XM is expanding (just launched a Canada based subscription). I thought I remember reading that XM and a "World Radio" signed a deal to allow use all over the world, but I do not remember the specifics. Sorry.
Sirius has the World Radio Network channel, basically international news programing from various international outlets.

Due to satellite orbits, XM and Sirius are only available in North America (except online).

kanebear Dec 30, 2005 10:16 am
Originally Posted by boilermaker
I'm trying to configure Outlook but the stupid thing wants to dial out instead of using the LAN settings:

Outlook 2000
Windoze 2000
old clunker Compaq
Connections setting is set to LAN, modem setting is not highlighted

Other than buying a new computer, any suggestions to get this to work?
Go into the control panel, then into Internet Settings/Options, then select the Connections tab and tell it to "Never Dial A Connection".

boilermaker Dec 30, 2005 11:33 am
Originally Posted by kanebear
Go into the control panel, then into Internet Settings/Options, then select the Connections tab and tell it to "Never Dial A Connection".
Oh Shoot! I posted that here instead of a new post. Gotta wake up :eek:


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 5:54 am.
Page 1 of 2
1
2
Show 40 post(s) from this thread on one page


This site is owned, operated, and maintained by MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. Copyright © 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Designated trademarks are the property of their respective owners.