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.

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

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

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b. FM Direct Wiring - IftheFM wirelesstransmitter

does not provide satisfactory performance in

yourvehicle, use theoptional FMDirectAdapter,

Part#XMFM-1, whichprovides a hard-wiredFM

output.

c. Low-Level Audio Output - Forvehicles

equipped with radio head units with auxiliary

audio inputs, the audio signal can be routed

through an optional audio cable (Part No. SAT-

RCA) and applied to the auxiliary inputs of a

radio or entertainment system. In this case, it is

best to turn the Xpress Receiver FM modulator

option off to avoid interference.

OPTIONALSAT-RCA

AUDIO CABLE

(PURCHASED

SEPARATELY)

(CONNECTTO

AUXILIARY AUDIO

INPUTS ON VEHICLE

HEAD UNIT.)

OPTIONAL FM DIRECT

ADAPTERXMFM-1

(PURCHASEDSEPARATELY)

TO VEHICLE

RADIO ANTENNA

JACK

XMC10CRADLE

(RIGHT SIDE VIEW)

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7. Mounting the Vehicle Antenna

The antenna should be placed on a relatively flat

surface on the vehicle exterior, preferably on the

roof (high point) or on the trunk (convertible). To

mount the antenna:

a. Plug the antenna into the ANT connector

on the back of the cradle.

b. Place the antenna at the preferred location on

the roof or trunk surface. If the vehicle is

equipped with a roof or trunk rack, the antenna

may have to be mounted off-center on the

surface. The magnet will secure the antenna in

the desired position.

c. Apply power to the Xpress XM system as

outlined in the associated User Guide and

obtain an audio output. If no audio is heard,

first check the signal strength indicator located

on thebottomleftcorner of thedisplay to ensure

the antenna is receiving an optimum signal. If

necessary, move the antenna to different

SAT

ANTENNA

(TYPICAL)

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DCPOWER

ADAPTER

Xpress

SYSTEM

(TYPICAL)

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positions on the surface until an audio output

is heard. The desired antenna position

should be marked with masking tape or by

another non-scratch method.

d. After determining the optimum position, turn off

Xpress XM power, disconnect the power

adapter fromthe vehicle cigarette lighter

receptacle and disconnect the antenna cable.

e. Plan the routing of the antenna cable to the

cradle. Make sure you avoid any obstructions

that could crimp, kink or twist the cable; use

protective grommets wherever rough openings

are encountered.

f. Route the cable from the antenna position to

the interior of the vehicle, working the cable

under the rear window molding; make

adjustments and take up slack whenever

necessary.

ANTENNA

ROUTING

THECABLE

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g. At the lowest point of the rear window, route

the cable into the trunk, taking advantage of

existing cable conduits. Then snake the cable

around the passenger compartment to the

back of the XMC10 cradle.

h. In SUV’s, minivans, etc., route the cable into

the vehicle under the rubber molding of the

hatch door or tailgate, and then under the

interior trim.

NOTE: Avoid exposing the cable in the driver

and passenger areas where it could

become entangled in feet or other

objects.

i. Plug the antenna cable into the ANT

connector on the back of the cradle; then plug

the cigarette lighter adapter into the lighter

receptacle.

j. You are now ready to enjoy XM programming

within your vehicle.

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AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part

thereof,undernormaluseandconditions,beprovendefectiveinmaterialorworkmanshipwithin12monthsfromthedateoforiginalpurchase,suchdefect(s)

will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor.

To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale),

specification of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to an approved warranty station or the Company at the address shown below.

This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of the

product, damage to speakers, accessories, or vehicle and home electrical systems, malfunction of satellite transmissions, repeater signal or receiver unit.

ThisWarrantydoesnotapplytoanyproductorpartthereofwhich,intheopinionoftheCompany,hassufferedorbeendamagedthroughalteration,improper

installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident, or by removal or defacement of the factory serial number/bar code label(s). THE EXTENT OF THE

COMPANY'SLIABILITYUNDERTHISWARRANTYISLIMITEDTOTHEREPAIRORREPLACEMENTPROVIDEDABOVEAND,INNOEVENT,SHALLTHE

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OFORIGINALPURCHASE.INNOCASESHALLTHECOMPANYBELIABLEFORANYCONSEQUENTIALORINCIDENTALDAMAGESFORBREACHOF

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Somestatesdonotallowlimitations on how long an impliedwarrantylastsortheexclusionorlimitationofincidentalorconsequential damage so the above

limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state

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