Pioneer XMp3 User manual

User Guide
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Table of Contents
Quick Start
Introduction ................. 4
Features ............................... 5
About XM.............................. 6
Safety Instructions ..................... 7
What’s in the Box?......................12
Charging the Battery....................13
XMp3 Radio Controls. ..................14
Display. ................................15
Remote Control Functions. .............18
MicroSD Memory Card..................19
Using this Guide. .......................19
Setup .......................20
Setup for Home or Oce ...............21
While Traveling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Activation ...................24
Subscribing to XM .....................25
Using your XMp3 Radio .......26
Live XM ................................27
Pause and Replay ......................30
Recording XM..........................31
Auto Recording ........................32
Listening to Recorded Content .........33
Program Guide.........................35
Bookmarks.............................35
Playlists................................36
TuneSelect and GameSelect ............38
Info Extras .............................40
Using Your XMp3 Radio with
a PC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Setup and Installation. .................44
My Music...............................45
Record XM. ............................46
Bookmarks. ............................47
napster.com. ...............................48
Books. .................................49
audible.com/xm ............................50
Info....................................51
Disconnecting XMp3 from a PC ........52
Settings .....................53
Aiming the Antenna....................54
Audio Tone ............................55
Audio Line Out Level ...................55
Display ................................56
Alerts ..................................56
Channel Access ........................57
Clock and Sleep Timer..................59
Memory Usage.........................59
Restoring Factory Defaults .............60
Troubleshooting ..............61
Other Information ............66
Product Registration ...................67
XMp3 Radio Customer Service
Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Product Specications..................68
Patent Information .....................70
FCC Statement .........................71
Limited Warranty.......................72
Quick Start
Charge the battery (page 13).1
Set up your XMp3 radio (page 21).2
Activate your XM subscription online or by calling 1-866-535-MY XM3
(1-866-535-6996) (page 25).
Press the menu button. You should see this screen:4

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Introduction
Features
The XMp3: record what you love, listen when you want
Live or recorded XM content at your ngertips. Spin the wheel to quickly•
tune to your favorite XM channels.
Have to step away for a few minutes? Pause and replay up to 30 minutes•
of XM programming.
Record up to 5 channels simultaneously, so you’ll always have something•
to listen to. Schedule a recording time, or let XMp3 radio learn your
listening habits and automatically record your favorite channels for you.
Find out what’s playing now or in the future with XM’s programming•
guide.
TuneSelect and GameSelect nds your favorite artists or sports events on•
any XM channel.
Upload MP3 les, WMA tracks, and Audible.com books from your PC. Manage•
your collection and playlists with the XM2go Music Manager software.
Store MP3 or WMA les on a removable microSD memory card (sold•
separately).
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Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT! Always read and understand all the instructions to avoid injury to yourself and/
or damage to your device. XM Satellite Radio claims no responsibility for damage from data loss
due to breakdown, repair or other causes.
DO NOT:
Expose to extreme temperatures, i.e. above 140°F (60°C) or below -4°F (-20°C).•
Expose to moisture. Do not use the device near or in water. Don’t touch the•
device with wet hands.
Let any foreign matter spill into the device.•
Store in dusty areas.•
Expose to chemicals such as benzene, thinners, liquid or aerosol cleaners.•
Expose to direct sunlight, re, ame, or other heat sources for a prolonged•
period.
Try to repair or disassemble the device yourself. Opening the case, power•
adapter, or cradle may cause electric shock.
Drop, hit, or bend your device.•
Place heavy objects on your device.•
DO:
Use only the approved power adapter. The power adapter plug should•
match the outlet.
About XM
XM is America’s number one satellite radio company. Broadcasting live daily from studios in
Washington, DC, New York City, Chicago, the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, Toronto,
and Montreal, XM’s 2008 lineup includes more than 170 digital channels of choice from coast
to coast: commercial-free music, premier sports, news, talk radio, comedy, children’s and
entertainment programming; and the most advanced trac and weather information.
XM, the leader in satellite-delivered entertainment and data services for the automobile market
through partnerships with General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Nissan, Porsche, Subaru, Suzuki,
and Toyota, is available in 140 dierent vehicle models for 2008. XM’s industry-leading products
are available at consumer electronics retailers nationwide. For more information about XM
hardware, programming, and partnerships, please visit http://www.xmradio.com.
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Insert the power adapter plug all the way into the outlet. Be careful not to•
overload the outlet with too many electrical devices, and keep metallic
objects away from the power plugs.
Stay aware of your surroundings when enjoying your XMp3 radio. If you’re a•
pedestrian, keep your eyes and ears open. If you’re driving, keep your eyes
on the road and your hands on the wheel. Not doing so can result in
personal injury, death, and/or damage to your device, accessories, and/or to
your vehicle or other property.
Place your XMp3 radio where it won’t interfere with your vehicle’s safety•
features, such as airbags. Failing to correctly place the device may result in
injury to you and others if it becomes detached during an accident and/or
obstructs the deployment of an airbag.
Environmental Information
Follow local guidelines for waste disposal when discarding packaging,•
batteries, and electronic appliances. The battery type is Lithium-Ion
(Li-Ion) and should be disposed of properly.
Introduction
Protect Your Ears and Yourself
Always follow traffic safety directions. Do not use earbuds or headphones•
while operating a bicycle, automobile, or motorcycle. Not only is it
dangerous, it may be illegal.
Make sure the earbud or headphone cable does not get in the way of your arms•
or other surrounding objects while you’re walking or exercising.
Maintain a moderate volume when walking or exercising. Always be aware of•
what is happening around you.
Using earbuds or headphones for a long time and/or at high volume can cause•
serious damage to your hearing. If you hear ringing in your ears, STOP listening
immediately.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time, your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher and higher
volumes; what sounds “normal” may be dangerously loud.
TO ESTABLISH A SAFE LEVEL: Start the volume control at a low setting. Slowly increase
the volume until you can hear comfortably, without distortion, and still be aware of your
surroundings.
ONCE YOU ESTABLISH A COMFORTABLE SOUND LEVEL: Leave the volume at that
level; do not increase it over time.

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Pioneer and the Consumer Electronics Association recommend that you avoid prolonged
exposure to excessive noise. Sustained sound levels above 85 decibels can be dangerous
without hearing protection. (For reference, a garbage disposal or loud shouting at 3 feet are
about 80 decibels; a food blender or gas lawn blower at 3 feet are around 90 decibels.)
Pioneer disclaims all liability for hearing loss, bodily injury, or property damage as a result of
use or misuse of this product.
Important battery information
Your XMp3 radio’s battery should be charged before you use the radio. The amount of
charge is indicated by the battery level meter in you XMp3 radios’s display. When you’re
charging the battery you will see . When the battery is exhausted you will see a red
battery icon.
When you use your XMp3 radio for the first time, charge the battery until the battery icon
turns green. Then use your XMp3 radio until the battery is exhausted. This charge/discharge
cycle calibrates the battery level meter so that it accurately reports the state of the battery.
Batteries gradually wear down and require longer charging times. When a battery no longer
holds it’s charge, you should purchase a new battery. Always use authorized batteries and
power adapters. Replacement batteries and power adapters can be ordered online at
www.xmradio.com.
To prevent injuring yourself or your XMp3 radio, do not disassemble, crush, or puncture the
battery. Never allow metal to touch the battery terminals.
Your XMp3 radio’s rechargeable battery should be disposed of properly and may need to be
recycled. Contact your local recycler for details. Never dispose of batteries in a fire or in water as
they may explode.
To insert or remove the battery see page 13 for more information.
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What’s in the Box?
Introduction
XMp3 Radio Remote Control
Home Stand
Battery
USB Cable
XM Home Antenna
AC Power Adapter
Also Included:
User Guide and Getting the
Most From your XM Radio
Guide
Earbuds RCA Audio Cable
Charging the Battery
The battery comes from the factory with a small amount of charge. Charge the battery for at
least 8 hours before using XMp3 radio for the first time, or if you have not used it for several
months.
1. Open battery
compartment.
2. Insert the battery into the XMp3 radio.
3. Carefully replace the battery
door, sliding in place.
4. Connect the XMp3 radio
to the home stand.
5. Plug the power adapter
into the home stand and
to a wall socket.

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XMp3 Radio Controls
Introduction
Power/Hold Switch
Slide down to turn on
or off, slide up to lock
controls.
Replay Controls
pause, rewind and
play live XM.
Record
Record a song or a channel -
also schedule recording and
set channel to auto record.
Select/XM Button
Press to confirm selections.
Control Wheel
Give it a spin!
Back
Return to previous
screen.
Menu
Go to My Music Library,
access advanced features
and configuration options
or info extras information.
Keypad
Enter channel numbers.
Options
TuneSelect, bookmarks, add channel to
favorites, set channel to auto recording,
and view programs for channel.
Headphone Jack
and microSD Card
Slot
Volume
USB Jack
Universal
Connector
The functions of the controls may change depending on what you’re doing at the time. In
general, remember that:
Turning the wheel highlights dierent icons or moves up or down a list. Press•
the XM button to select the highlighted item.
The• back button brings you to the previous screen.
If you’re lost, press the• back button several times until you get to an XM
channel or the song you’re listening to. Pressing and holding the back
button will do the same thing.
Display
Battery Level
Indicates that you are
listening to live or recorded
content
Clock
Indicates that the power
switch is set in the “hold”
position
Channel Number
Artist Name
Song Title
Antenna Strength
Channel Name

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Introduction
Additional symbols
Live XM
My Music Library
Auto Recordings
Settings
Battery Charging
Battery Charged (green)
Battery Low (red)
Hold - controls locked. To unlock, slide the power switch
down to the middle position
Mute – to unmute, press both volume up and volume down
buttons at the same time
Repeat
Shuffle
MP3 or WMA song loaded onto microSD card
Song included on a playlist
MP3 or WMA song loaded onto microSD card that has been
added to a playlist
TuneSelect set to alert on artist’s name
TuneSelect set to alert on song title
XM signal strength
MicroSD card is being read. Do not eject the microSD card
until this icon disappears (red)
GameSelect set to alert
Scheduled recording via “View Programs” or “XM Highlights”
Schedule to Alert via “View Programs” or “XM Highlights”
Scheduled recording via “Schedule Recording”

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Remote Control Functions
30-Minute Replay Buttons
Pause and replay up to 30
minutes of live XM content.
Power Button
Record
Record a song or channel.
Arrow Buttons
Select menu entries,
change channels.
Options
TuneSelect, bookmarks, add
channel to favorites, set
channel to auto record, and
view programs for channel.
Select/XM Button
Press to confirms selections.
Back
Return to previous screen.
Press and hold to return
to the previous channel.
Jump
Switches between current
channel and previous channel.
Menu
Go to My Music Library,
access advanced features
and configuration options
or info extras information.
Number Keys
Enter a channel directly or
select your favorite channels.
+ and -
Change channels or control
volume for audio system
(sold separately).
Mute
Silences live, saved songs,
and replayed XM content.
MicroSD Memory Card
Turn your XMp3 radio off before inserting or removing the microSD
memory card (sold separately).
To insert the card press it down until it clicks into place.
To remove it, press down and it will eject. Do not remove
the card if you see this symbol in red on the display.
NOTE! A microSD card is for your library of MP3s and
WMAs, you cannot put any recorded XM content
onto your microSD card.
Using this Guide
Throughout this guide, you will see instructions such as Select menu →Settings →
Change Display →Brightness. This tells you to do the following:
Press the1 menu button.
Turn the wheel clockwise until the2 Settings Icon is highlighted.
Press the3 XM button to select Settings.
Turn the wheel to get to4 Change Display, press the XM button
again to select.
Press the5 XM button to toggle through the brightness choices.

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Setup for Home or Office
Insert your XMp3 radio into the home stand.1
Connect the power adapter, audio cable,2
and XM home antenna.
Connect your XMp3 radio to your home or office3 audio
system.
antenna
line out
Setup
Setup
antenna
The XM home antenna plugs
into the jack labeled antenna.
line out
The audio cable plugs
into the line out jack.
5V DC
The home power adapter
plugs into the 5V DC jack.

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Outdoors
Outdoors
While Traveling
If you’re traveling, you can connect
the power adapter directly to your
XMp3 radio.
Place the XM home antenna in or near a south facing window for4
optimal indoor reception.
To optimize signal reception, you may mount the XM home5
antenna outdoors, facing south.
South
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Subscribing to XM
Before you can listen to any of XM’s more than 170 channels, you must rst activate your
XMp3 radio.
Make sure your XMp3 radio is properly installed and receiving the XM1
signal in live mode so that you can hear the audio on Channel 1.
Make a note of your XM Radio ID. You can find it:2
• OnXMChannel0
 • Ontherearpackagelabel
 • Onthelabelinsideofthebatterycompartment
NOTE! The XM Radio ID does not use the letters I, O, S, or F.
Make a Activate your service:3
• Online:Gotoactivate.xmradio.com
OR
• Byphone:call1-800-XM-RADIO(1-800-967-2346)
When your service is activated, your XMp3 radio will receive all4
channels. This usually takes 10 to 15 minutes, but may take up to an
hour. Your XMp3 radio must remain on until activated.
If you have not yet activated your XMp3 and it is not receiving a signal, the radio may show a
Sales Demo on its display. The demo disappears when you activate the radio.
Activation
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Using your XMp3 Radio
Using Your XMp3 Radio
Live XM
NOTE! Be sure to listen to live XM for at least 8 hours in a 30-day period.
This authenticates your XM subscription and ensures that you continue
to enjoy your live and recorded XM programs.
Selecting Channels
Turn on your XMp3 radio. Subscribe to XM (page 25) if you haven’t done so1
already.
If you see2 Live XM at the top of the display, skip to the step 3. Otherwise,
press the menu button. Turn the wheel to highlight the yellow live XM
icon, then press the XM button to select it.
Turn the wheel to highlight3 All Channels. Press the XM button to select it.
You should see a list of XM channels.
Turn the wheel to scroll through the channel list.4
When the channel you want to listen to is highlighted, press the5 XM
button to select it.
- OR -
Press1 keypad on your XMp3 radio. You’ll see a numeric keypad appear on
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Using your XMp3 Radio
Categories
XM channels are organized into channel categories, or genres, such as “Rock,” “Jazz,” or “News.”
To find a channel by category:
Select1 menu →Live XM →All Categories.
You’ll see a list of all the XM categories. Turn the wheel to highlight a2
category, then press the XM button to select it.
You’ll now see a list of all channels within that category. Use the wheel and3
XM button to tune to your desired channel.
To briefly listen to each channel in a category, select “Scan (category name)” then press the XM
button.
Favorite Channels
You can save up to 99 of your favorite channels in an easily accessible list.
While you’re tuned to a channel, press1 options.
Select2 Add to Favorites.
To listen to your favorite channels:
Press1 menu.
Spin the wheel to highlight the2 live XM icon. Press the XM button to select it.
Turn the wheel to highlight a digit corresponding to the channel number2
that you want to listen to. Press the XM button to select that digit. Repeat
for all the digits of that channel number.
When you’ve entered a valid channel number, your XMp3 radio will tune3
to that channel within 2 seconds.
- OR -
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Using your XMp3 Radio
Highlight and select3 Favorite Channels.
You should see a list of your favorite channels. Turn the wheel to highlight4
the desired channel then press the XM button to select it.
To remove a channel from your “Favorites” list:
Tune to that channel.1
Select2 options →Remove Favorite.
Pause and Replay
Need to take a phone call or step away for a few minutes? Now
you can, and you won’t have to miss a second of live XM –
simply pause by pressing the button and you can walk away
up to 30 minutes. Press the button to resume playing.
Turn the wheel to see a list of songs that you missed, from
newest to oldest. Press the or buttons to skip to the
previous or next song in the list. You can also press and
hold the or buttons to rewind or fast-forward through
individual songs. Press and hold to return to live XM.
You won’t be able to record a song that is paused or being
replayed. Your scheduled recording and auto-recording
sessions take place as normal.
Recording XM
Your XMp3 radio gives you more ways to record up to 100 hours of of your favorite XM content.
Push a button to immediately record the song or channel that you’re currently listening to.
Or schedule a recording session by setting the date, time, and channel. You can also schedule
recording sessions using the XM2go Music Manager application. Lastly, your XMp3 radio
automatically records content from the channels you listen to the most – so you’ll always have
something to hear.
To record a song or channel immediately:
While listening to a song press the1 rec button, which is the bottom portion
of the wheel.
Select2 Record song (which records just that one song) or Record
channel (which records the channel up to 6 hours, or until you tell it to
stop).
TIP! Try pressing and holding the rec button. This records a single
song immediately.
To schedule a recording session for the future:
Select1 rec →Schedule Recording or Menu →Live XM →Schedule
Recording.
Use the wheel and2 XM button to enter the date, start time, end time,
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Listening to Recorded Content
Recorded XM, MP3 and WMA files, audiobooks – they’re all in one place.
Select1 menu →My Music Library.
Choose2 Recorded XM, MP3s and WMAs, or My Books.
If you choose3 Recorded XM, you’ll see this
screen:
You can view all songs in your library of recorded XM content, or sort by4
artist, category, channel name, and so on. You’ll see similar menus when
you view your library of MP3/WMA files or audiobooks.
Using your XMp3 Radio
Select3 OK when done.
You can use the same method to edit or delete an existing recording session. You can also use
the XM2go Music Manager to create, edit, and delete recording sessions.
Your XMp3 radio can record up to 5 separate channels at the same time.
Auto Recording
Your XMp3 learns your listening habits and automatically records up to 30 hours of XM
programming from the five channels you listen to most frequently. To automatically record
programs in this manner, make sure that:
XMp3 radio is docked in a cradle that is plugged into AC or vehicle power.•
XMp3 radio can receive an XM signal.•
You can also turn all auto-recording off by selecting menu →Settings →Auto Recording, press
the XM button to toggle between Off and On.
To designate a specific channel to be auto-recorded:
Tune to that channel.1
Select2 rec →Set to Auto Record. You can designate up to 5 channels in
this manner.
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Using your XMp3 Radio
As you listen to recorded music or audiobooks, try pressing options. Depending on the type
of content, you will find options to add the songs or artist to your TuneSelect list (XM content
only), repeat songs, shuffle songs, add them to playlists, or see more information about the
track (if available).
Wondering how to get MP3/WMA files and audiobooks onto your XMp3 radio? You can upload
MP3/WMA files from your PC directly to XMp3 radio using a USB cable.
You can also store MP3/WMA files directly on a microSD memory card. When you view the
library of MP3/WMA files on XMp3 radio, these types of files are indicated by this symbol:
Try to store most of your MP3/WMA files on the microSD card. This lets XMp3 use more of its
internal memory to hold recorded XM content.
Your XMp3 radio will inform you when its memory is full. To continue recording XM content,
delete some songs. To delete songs:
Select1 menu →My Music Library →Recorded XM.
Choose any method to display a list of songs.2
Highlight a song.3
Select4 options →Delete.
Program Guide
To see what will be playing on a particular channel:
While listening to live XM, select options →View Programs.
You will see a list of programs that will be playing on that
channel.
If you then highlight a program and select it, you can see
information about that program, schedule to record it, or
set an alert that will notify you when the program starts.
Looking for an interesting program but don’t know quite what you want? Select menu →Live XM
→XM Highlights. You’ll see a list of the best programs across select XM channels for the next few
days.
Bookmarks
Use XMp3 radio’s “bookmarks” to remember artist and title information of interesting songs.
To bookmark a song that is currently playing, simply select options → Bookmark Song.
You can then view these bookmarks at a later time using the XM2go Music Manager application
on your PC. The XM2go Music Manager also makes it easy for you to purchase the songs that
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To delete a playlist:
Select1 menu →My Music Library → Recorded XM or menu →My
Music Library →MP3s and WMAs.
Select2 Playlists.
Highlight a playlist name and select3 options →Delete.
To remove songs from a playlist:
Select1 menu →My Music Library →Recorded XM or menu →My Music
Library →MP3s and WMAs.
Select2 Playlists.
Select a playlist name and highlight a song within that playlist.3
Select4 options →Remove from Playlist
A playlist may hold only one of these content types:
Recorded XM content•
MP3/WMA les uploaded to XMp3 using a PC•
MP3/WMA les stored on the microSD card•
You cannot create a playlist that, for example, mixes recorded XM content with MP3 files.
Using your XMp3 Radio
Playlists
You can create one or more custom lists, called playlists. A playlist is simply a collection
of recorded tracks that play in a certain order. Create a “morning commute” playlist, a
“workout” playlist, a “best of” playlist, and more. And yes, the same song can appear on more
than one playlist.
While listening to recorded XM or MP3/WMA files, select1 options →Add to
Playlist.
Choose to add the song to an existing playlist or to a new playlist. To create a2
new playlist, select New Playlist. You will see an alphabetic keyboard that
allows you to spell the name of the playlist.
NOTE! You cannot make playlists using both MP3/WMA files and XM recorded content.
Turn the control
wheel to highlight a
letter; press the XM
button to select it.
Shift displays lower-case
characters and other
symbols.
Select Enter when you’re
done spelling the name.
Playlist name
Correct errors using the
Back key.
Exit cancels the operation
without creating the playlist
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Using your XMp3 Radio
TuneSelect and GameSelect
TuneSelect finds your favorite artists or songs and alerts you whenever they are being played on
any XM channel. You can save up to 30 songs or artists.
When you hear one of your favorite songs or artists, select1 options →
TuneSelect Song or options →TuneSelect Artist. Your XMp3 radio
remembers the song title or artist name.
When any song or artist on your TuneSelect list is being played on2
any other XM channel, your XMp3 radio alerts you with a short beep and
by displaying information about that song, artist, and channel.
Press the3 XM button to change channels and hear that song or artist. If you
don’t do anything, XMp3 will return to your present channel after 6 seconds.
You can do the same thing with sports games; just select options →GameSelect.
Your XMp3 radio might find more than one TuneSelect or GameSelect entry; in that case, you’ll
be able to choose which one to listen to by turning the wheel.
To edit your TuneSelect list:
Select1 menu →Settings → Edit Alerts.
Select2 Edit TuneSelect.
You will see a list of TuneSelect entries.3
To change the type of alert, highlight that entry and press the4 XM button.
Toggle between Alert On Artist or Alert on Song, choose Do Not Alert
or Delete.
When you’re done, press5 back to exit the screen.
GameSelect alerts may be set or disabled in a similar manner.
TuneSelect alerts you when it
finds this artist name.
TuneSelect alerts you when it
finds this song title.
No alerts set for this song title
or artist.