Sirius Satellite Radio XM Dock & Play XADH1 User manual

User Guide

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Table of Contents
Introduction....................................................5
Features.................................................................... 6
SafetyandCareInformation .................................................. 7
What’sintheBox?...........................................................8
HomeDock ................................................................. 9
Home Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Step1:ConnecttheHomeDock................................................12
Step2:InstalltheIndoor/OutdoorAntenna......................................16
Troubleshooting................................................21
ProductSpecifications ..........................................25
PatentInformation.......................................................... 27
EnvironmentalInformation...................................................27

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Introduction

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Introduction
Features
Congratulations on your purchase of the XM Dock & Play Home Kit!
Your new Home Kit lets you play your compatible XM Dock & Play radio through
your home stereo system or powered speakers.
• Bring Satellite Radio home: No need for a second subscription. Just hook
up this Kit to an existing home, office, or other stereo system or powered
speakers.
• Listen with any system: Works with any stereo system or powered speakers
that have audio input jacks.
And for the latest information about this and other SIRIUS I XM products and
accessories, visit xmradio.com or your favorite retailer.
Please read the entire User Guide before installing your Home Kit!

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Safety and Care Information
IMPORTANT! Always read and understand all the instructions to avoid
injury to yourself and/or damage to your device. SIRIUS XM Radio Inc.
disclaims all responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdown,
repair, or other causes.
• Do not expose to extreme temperatures (above 140ûF or below -4ûF, or
above 60ûC or below -20ûC).
• Do not expose to moisture. Do not use device near or in water. Do not
touch the device with wet hands.
• Do not let any foreign matter spill into device.
• Do not store in dusty areas.
• Do not expose to chemicals such as benzene and thinners. Do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners. Clean with a soft damp cloth only.
• Do not expose to direct sunlight for a prolonged period of time, and do
not expose to fire, flame, or other heat sources.
• Do not try to disassemble and/or repair device yourself.
• Do not drop your device or subject it to severe impact.
• Do not place heavy objects on device.
• Do not subject device to excessive pressure.
WARNING!
• Opening the case may result in electric shock.
• Make sure that you insert the Home Power Adapter’s plug all the way
into the outlet.

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Introduction
What’s in the Box?
TIP! If you prefer to use a Remote Control, and you want to add one to your Home
Kit, visit xmradio.com/accessories or your favorite retailer.
Home Dock
Indoor/Outdoor
Antenna Stereo Audio
Cable
Home Power
Adapter

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Rear View
Home Dock
Connections
ANT IN
Connection for
the Indoor/
Outdoor
Antenna.
AUDIO OUT
Connection for home
stereo system or
powered speakers.
DC IN
Connection for
Home Power
Adapter.
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There are two parts to setting up your Home Kit. First, connecting the Home Dock
to your stereo or powered speakers, then placing and aiming the Home Antenna.
Let’s start with getting your Home Dock set up.
Step 1: Connect the Home Dock
When installing the Home Dock in your home, choose a location in close proximity
to your home stereo system or powered speakers, and also where the cable from
the Indoor/Outdoor Antenna can reach the Home Dock. The location should be
easily accessible and provide good visibility of the display, but should not be
located where it will be in direct sunlight, which will affect the visibility of the
display screen.
You will also need to decide whether you will be connecting your Home Dock to
your home stereo system using the provided Stereo Audio Cable, or directly to
powered speakers.
Connect the Indoor/Outdoor Antenna
Once you have selected a location, connect the antenna to the ANT IN connector
at the rear of the Home Dock. (After
completing a few additional steps,
we will work on the location of the
antenna.)
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Connect the Home Power Adapter
Connect the Home Power Adapter to the DC IN connector at the rear of the
Home Dock, and plug it into a wall outlet.
Connect the Home Dock to a Home Stereo System or Powered
Speakers
The Home Dock can be connected to your home stereo system, or to a pair
of powered speakers. If you are connecting to a home stereo system, see the
following section. If you are connecting to a pair of powered speakers, see
“To Connect the Home Dock to Your Powered Speakers” on page 15.
To Connect the Home Dock to Your Home Stereo System
The Home Dock can be connected to your home stereo system through the
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AUX IN or LINE IN connection of your home stereo system, using the provided
Stereo Audio Cable.
1 Take the provided Stereo Audio Cable and connect the single 1/8” (3.5
mm) connector to the AUDIO OUT connector at the rear of the Home
Dock.
2 Connect the white left and red right Stereo Audio Cable connectors (“L”
and “R” are also on each respective tip) to any available input other
than PHONO on your home stereo system. (If your stereo’s inputs are
marked red and black, simply connect the white plug to the black input.)
3 Turn the home stereo system On, and make sure you select the correct
input on your stereo system for the AUX In or LINE In connection.
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To Connect the Home Dock to Your Powered Speakers
The Home Dock can be connected directly to a pair of powered speakers.
1 Connect the 1/8” (3.5 mm) connector from the powered speakers
to the AUDIO OUT connector at the rear of the Home Dock.
2 Plug the powered speakers into an AC outlet.
3 Turn On the powered speakers.
Dock Your Radio
Place your radio into the Home Dock as shown, and
turn the radio On by pressing the Power button.
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Step 2: Install the Indoor/Outdoor Antenna
To begin, try experimenting with the Home Antenna to get a feel for the reception
in your location. Move the antenna around the room or from room to room. Aim
it from different windows. In major metropolitan areas, you might find that you
get great reception in several locations without worrying too much about aim and
placement.
Refer to your radio’s User Guide for instructions,
and access the Signal or Signal Indicator screen
of your radio to see a visual indication of signal
strength. If you’re receiving a good Satellite and
Terrestrial signal strength, you’re done. If not,
try some of the suggestions which follow.
Other Indoor/Outdoor Antenna Installation Suggestions
If you find you are getting a
signal, but it’s inconsistent,
try moving the Indoor/
Outdoor Antenna closer to
a window, ideally one that is
facing due south.
Not sure which way is south?
Think about where the sun
rises (in the east) and sets
(in the west). Then stand so
that east is to your left and
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you’ll be facing south. Is there a window in the direction you’re facing? Move the
antenna closer to the window.
TIP! Still not sure which way is south or where to place your Home
Antenna? Look up your location on an online mapping Web site that offers
satellite views of street addresses where you can easily see which way is
south, and what window may offer an unobstructed view of the sky.
Another easy method is to start at any window, then work from window to
window in a simple pattern to find the window gives the best signal strength.
Note that the antenna must also have an unobstructed view. No trees or
buildings blocking its aim. If the antenna is aimed through a window, be
aware that blinds, screens, or any other non-glass elements such as thermal
insulation can sometimes cause reception issues. If this is the case, you may
want to use another window or place the antenna outside of the window.
If you find a window that gives you good
signal strength, you can place the antenna
on the windowsill. The antenna may need
to be placed on something to raise it above
the level of the window frame.
If you don’t have a window where you
receive a consistent signal, or placing
the antenna in a window is not a practical
solution for you, BETTER reception
can be achieved by placing the antenna
outside on a window ledge, porch, table,
or patio. The location you choose should
provide the antenna with a clear view of
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the southern sky.
If none of the previous solutions work
for you, then the BEST reception can
be achieved by mounting the antenna
outdoors, with a clear view of the
southern sky.
Note that you will want to consider any
potential hazards when you choose
the mounting location, and possibly
consider professional installation.
SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. is not liable for
any damages.
To mount the antenna, you will need
four screws (not included)
with a 1/4” head (e.g., an M3
screw), and that are suitable
for the material onto which
you are affixing the antenna,
(e.g., wood, metal, etc.). The
screws should be spaced 1-3/8”
apart horizontally and 1-1/8”
vertically. Refer to the template
on “Indoor/Outdoor Antenna
Template” on page 30.
Once you have found a suitable location for the antenna, route the antenna cable
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to the Home Dock. Be sure you avoid any
obstructions that could crimp, kink, or
twist the cable. Use protective grommets
wherever rough openings are encountered.
If the antenna is installed outdoors, route
the cable from the antenna location to the
interior of the home, working the cable
through the basement, under a window
sill, etc., and make adjustments to take up
cable slack as necessary.
TIP! If your Indoor/Outdoor
Antenna’s cable isn’t long enough,
visit xmradio.com/accessories, or
your favorite retailer, and consider a 50 ft. Indoor/Outdoor Antenna
Extension Cable or a Wireless Home Signal Repeater.
If the signal is good for either Satellite or Terrestrial (or both), and you are
hearing the audio from the radio, the installation is complete.
If the signal reception is low, or intermittent, try another location for the
antenna. Verify that the antenna is pointed south, and that the antenna’s view
of the sky is not blocked by a tree, a building, a bridge, or anything else. Adjust
until you are receiving a good signal.
The Indoor/Outdoor Antenna’s reception can also be tweaked by opening or
closing the antenna clamshell, and turning the antenna. While observing the
signal strength, make small adjustments to the angle of tilt of the clamshell
until the highest possible signal strength is achieved. If you have not wall-
mounted the antenna, turn the antenna slightly to the right or left and
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observe if the signal strength increases. For each tweak, allow a few seconds in
each position to determine if the signal strength increases.
If the signal reception is good, but there is no audio, verify your audio connection.
• If you are connected to a home stereo system, be sure the system is set to
the auxiliary input source, and you have connected the Stereo Audio Cable
to the auxiliary input connectors.
• If you are connected to powered speakers, be sure the speakers are
plugged into an outlet, and are turned On.
The audio level of your radio can also be increased. Refer to the User Guide which
accompanied your radio and increase the audio level.
If you still have questions, for example, ‘Are there any other options/things I
should consider?’, etc., refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 22.
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