Audiovox Xpress XMC10 User manual

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XMC10 Car Cradle
Installation Guide
Released: 9-15-05
Xpress®Satellite
Radio Receiver

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CONTENTS
Congratulations ........................................................................................ 3
Cautions and Warnings............................................................................ 4
ContentsXMC10 ...................................................................................... 5
Accessory Kit ............................................................................... 5
Installation/Wiring Precautions ................................................................. 6
Setting Up and Installing Your Kit.............................................................. 7
Interconnect Diagram ................................................................... 6
Using Other Manufacturer’s Mounts............................................. 9
Installing the Xpress XM®Into the Cradle...................................... 9
Connection Options ............................................................................... 10
Mountingthe VehicleAntenna................................................................. 12
Warranty................................................................................................. 15

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Congratulations
Thank you for purchasing the Audiovox Xpress XM®Satellite Car Kit. You are one step closer to experiencing the
latest innovation in XM®Satellite Radio. XM®Satellite Radio will revolutionize your vehicle or in-home entertain-
ment.
XM®features over 150 digital channels — 100% commercial-free music, over 30 channels of news, sports, talk
and entertainment, over 20 dedicated channels of XM®Instant Traffic & Weather, and the deepest play-list in the
industry with access to over 2 million titles!
XM®Satellite Radio service gives you the power to choose what you want to hear - wherever and whenever you want
it. XM®is America’s #1 Satellite Radio provider with over 4 million customers.
Your Audiovox Xpress XM®receiver must be used with an accessory kit, such as the Audiovox Home Kit, Boom Box
or Vehicle Kit as required by your specific installation needs. These kits are available at retailers where Audiovox
main units are sold.
Required subscription for service sold separately.
Installation costs and other fees and taxes may apply, including a one-time activation fee. All fees and program-
ming subject to change. College sports games subject to availability. Subscriptions subject to Customer Agree-
ment included with the XM Welcome Kit and available at www.xmradio.com. Only available in the 48 contiguous
United States.
©2005 XM®Satellite Radio Inc. XM®is a trademark of XM®Satellite Radio. All rights reserved. All other trade-
marks are the property of their respective owners.

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Cautions and Warnings
1. Do not install the XMC10 car cradle in a position that
hinders your view through the windshield, or obstructs
viewing of the dashboard indicators and displays.
2. Do not install the unit where it may obstruct the
operation or deployment of safety devices, such as
airbags, etc.
3. Do not allow operation of the unit to detract from safe
driving practices; remember that you are responsible as
the vehicle operator to adhere to all safe driving and
traffic regulations.
4. This unit complies with the interference limits relative to
a Class B digital device, applicable under Part 15 of the
FCC Rules regarding installation in a residential envi-
ronment. If the unit is not installed in accordance with
these instructions, it could cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception. If this condition persists
aftercorrectiveaction,consultyour dealeror experienced
installation facility.
5. By adhering to these warnings and safety consider-
ations, serious accidents and/or personal injury can be
avoided.

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Swivel Bracket
(P/N 136-4048)
1 pc.
Contents XMC10
Install Manual
(P/N 1287472)
12 Volt-to-5 Volt
DC Power Adapter
(P/N 112-3456)
1 pc.
Antenna
1 pc.
(P/N 118-1133)
Cradle XMC10
(P/N 136-4041)
1 pc.
ACCESSORY KIT
AlcoholCleaningPad,
Surface Cleaning Pad,
InstructionSheet,
AntennaCable Exit Plug
(P/N 170-0054)
CLA Female Socket
(P/N 154-1132)
1 pc.
OPTIONAL
Audio Cable
(P/N SAT-RCA)
1 pc.
FMDirect Adapter
P/N XMFM-1
1 pc.

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Setting Up and Installing Your Kit
NOTE: The XM signal can be received and processed
virtually anywhere as long as there are no
obvious satellite signal obstructions such as
nearby buildings, high terrain, parking garages
or tunnels.
1. Cabling Interconnections
You can begin to enjoy XM®Satellite Radio as
soon as the Xpress XM®Receiver and Vehicle
Kitinstallationare complete. Setup yourAudiovox
Xpress XM®System using the following
installation instructions, or enlist the help of a
professional installer:
2. Installing the Cradle Mount Base Assembly
a. Interconnect all of the components as shown
on the adjacent page to verify that the system
operates normally.
b. Locateafirm, reasonablyflat surfacewithinyour
car to permit optimum viewing and line-of-sight
access by the supplied remote control unit.
Installation/Wiring Precautions
1. To prevent a short-circuit, be sure to turn off the
ignition and remove the negative (-) battery cable
prior to installation. Connect power wires last.
2. Do not install the unit in the locations exposed to
direct sunlight or, in areas subject to extreme
temperatures.
3. Incorrect installation may cause damage to the
system. Mount the unit firmly in place, using
the supplied hardware.
4. Be careful not to damage the vehicle wiring.
5. Be sure to use the supplied screws and washers.
6. Be careful not to snag any wires when tightening
screws.
7. Use only the 12 Volt-to-5 Volt DC Power Adapter
supplied. Use of an alternative power adapter may
damage the Xpress XM®unit and/or the XMC10
cradle.
CAUTION: You could drain the vehicle battery if
the DC power adapter remains
plugged in after the ignition is turned
off. Unplug the adapter to prevent
this possibility.

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Interconnect Diagram
AUX AUDIO INPUT TO AUDIO OUTPUT
OFEXTERNALPLAYBACKDEVICE.THIS
PERMITS AUDIO FROM AN EXTERNAL
DEVICE SUCH AS A PORTABLE CD
PLAYER OR MP3 PLAYER TO BE
PLAYED THROUGH THE XPRESS XM
WIRELESSFM TRANSMITTER.
NOTE:
1. IF THE XMC10 IS INSTALLED
USINGTHE OPTIONALXMFM-1 FM
DIRECT ADAPTER, DO NOT
CONNECT AN AUDIO CABLE TO THE
LINE OUT CONNECTOR OF THE
CRADLE.
2. THE FM TRANSMITTER OPTION
MUST BE SET TO ”FM ON” IN THE
XPRESS XM USER MENU. (REFER TO
THE OWNER’S MANUAL, PUBLICA-
TION NO.128-7454.)
CLA FEMALE SOCKET WIRES
TO VEHICLE +12 VDC POWER
RECEPTACLE
XMC10CRADLE
(REAR VIEW)
XMANTENNA
OPTIONALSAT-RCA
AUDIO CABLE
(PURCHASED
SEPARATELY)
(CONNECTTO
AUXILIARY AUDIO
INPUTS ON VEHICLE
HEAD UNIT.)
OPTIONAL FM DIRECT
ADAPTERXMFM-1
(PURCHASEDSEPARATELY)
+12V to +5V
DC POWER
ADAPTER
TO VEHICLE
+12 VDC POWER
RECEPTACLE
OR
TO VEHICLE
RADIO ANTENNA
JACK
XMC10CRADLE
(LEFT SIDE VIEW)
XMC10CRADLE
(RIGHT SIDE VIEW)

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NOTE: Allow a 72-hour period for the adhesive
backing to cure completely.
CAUTION: Do not install the swivel bracket
on a leather or fabric surface, or
in a position that could impair
your vision, block air bag(s) or
obstruct vehicle dashboard
controls and/or radio CD/
cassetteoperational displays.
NOTE: The adhesive backing on the bracket
will not permit easy repositioning once
it has been mated to the surface; use
extreme care and planning when
selecting the mounting location. If the
bracketisto bescrewedto the surface,
make sure the area in back of the
mounting surface is clear of wires or
other items to prevent unintentional
damage.
c. Using the alcohol swab supplied with your kit,
clean the mounting surface and thoroughly wipe
the area dry with a clean lint-free cloth.
d. If the outside air temperature is cold, it may be
beneficial to warm the adhesive backing on
the bracket using a portable hair dryer, or by
holding the backing surface in front of a
vehicle heater vent.
e.Remove the plastic liner from the adhesive
backing on the bracket, and fix the base in
position on the surface; make sure the
mounting pad is accurately positioned on
the first try, since repositioning may be
difficult, if not impossible.
f. If the bracket is to be screwed in place, do
not remove the plastic liner from the
adhesive backing. Use appropriate sheet
metal or machine screws for this purpose.
g.To mount the XMC10 cradle atop the swivel
bracket, line up the slot at the rear of the cradle
with the bracket retainer tab, and slide the cradle
down so that the slot and tab mesh together in
a locked position.

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3. Using Other Manufacturer’s Mounts
The XMC10 Cradle can also be installed using
othermanufacturer’s mounts; the mounting
plate provisions on the rear and bottom of the
cradle provideyou with two mounting options
within thevehicle using various vehicle-specific
aftermarket brackets.
4. Installing the XpressXM®Receiver intotheCradle
Install the Receiver as follows:
a. After making sure the connectors and guide pin
hole are properly lined up, gently lower the
Xpress XM®Receiver into the cradle and press
down on the Xpress XM®Receiver to mate the
connectors together. The raised detent on the
cradle will enter the notch on the rear of the
Receiver, indicating the Xpress XM®is properly
seated.
b. The Xpress XM®Receiver should now be
secured inthe cradle
SCREWHOLES
(2)FORDIRECT
HARDMOUNTING
PLASTICLINER
ANDADHESIVE
BACKING
SWIVEL
ADJUSTMENT
SCREW
SWIVEL
BRACKET
SIDE(HORIZONTAL)
MOUNTING
CONFIGURATION
VERTICAL
MOUNTING
CONFIGURATION
XMC10
CRADLE
ASSEMBLY

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5. Connection Options
The Xpress Receiver and Cradle provide an audio
output signal in three ways:
a. FM Wireless Transmitter - When using the
XMC10 cradle with the wireless FM transmitter
option, the XM audio signal can be received
through your vehicle radio on selectable FM
frequencies using the menu options included
in your Xpress Receiver. (Refer to the Receiver
owner’s manual.) The XM audio signal can
then be played through your vehicle radio when
the car radio is tuned to one of the available
frequencies.
CRADLE
FRONTVIEW CONNECTOR
GUIDEPIN XMC10 SYSTEM
CONNECTOR
Xpress XM®
RECEIVER
SYSTEM
CONNECTOR
Xpress XM®
RECEIVER
REARVIEW
RAISED
DETENT
RECEIVER
NOTCH