>
> Factory XM is never FM modulated -- always directly connected.
>
> Having had directly connected (factory) in an Infiniti, versus both
> wired and wireless modulated, I can say that you should opt for the
> factory unit. Sound quality is excellent and the integration with the
> headunit is, too. Worth the extra $$$.



Well thats good to know, then I'll probably get the factory unit next time,
because mine is wireless FM modulated and I heard the hardwired FM modulated
isnt that much better. The other thing is I am afraid to bring my car
through the drive through "cloth" car wash because I have a magnetic antenna
for xm right above the front windsheild and the installer told me that you
cannot bring this through the carwash.