Sirius Satellite Radio XM XPress RCi User manual

User Guide
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Table of Contents
Introduction....................5
Features............................6
Safety and Care Information . . . . . . . . . . .7
What’sintheBox? ...................9
XpressRCiFunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Remote Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Control Knob and Select Button Basics 12
PowerConnect Vehicle Dock . . . . . . . . . . 13
Vehicle Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Step 1: Choose a Location for Your
Radio............................16
Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount . 18
Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount
Antenna......................... 22
Step 4: Route the Magnetic Mount
AntennaCable ....................27
Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount
Antenna and PowerConnect Power
Adapter......................... 39
Step 6: Connect the Audio. . . . . . . . . . . 40
Activation................... 53
Using your XpressRCi.......... 55
TheMainDisplay................... 56
Navigation Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Listening to Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . 61
FMPresets.........................67
SkipaChannel..................... 68
Block xL (Explicit Language) Channels 69
Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
PauseandReplay...................72
TuneSelect.........................74
GameSelect........................77
StockQuotes......................80
SongSaver ........................ 82
Where Else Can You Use
Your XpressRCi?............. 85
Configuring your XpressRCi. . . . . 87
RadioID ..........................88
Find Available FM Channels in
YourArea ....................... 89
Turn FM Transmitter On/Off. . . . . . . . . . 92
Set and Select FM Channels . . . . . . . . . 94
SetAudioLevel.................... 97
SignalIndicator.................... 98
DisplaySettings.................... 99
SetTime..........................101
SleepTimer.......................105
Factory Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
DemoMode .......................107
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . 115
Patent Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Environmental Information . . . . . . . . . . 118
Owner’sRecord.................... 121
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Introduction
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Introduction
Features
Congratulations on your purchase of the XpressRCi!
The XpressRCihas these exciting features to enhance your overall experience:
• Large vibrant color display: View artist name, song title, and channel
information on a display with stylish color backgrounds and graphics.
• Split screen display mode: Split the screen to simultaneously view what’s
playing on the current channel and up to 3 other channels, or view what’s
playing on the current channel and the last channel you were listening to at
the same time.
• Improved audio connection options: Use either the included Aux In Cable, or
the new PowerConnect technology to receive audio through your vehicle’s
stereo system.
• Enhanced real-time channel guide: Browse programs, artists, and songs
playing on other channels, without having to change the channel you are on.
• Pause and Replay: Pause, rewind, and replay up to 60 minutes of live radio.
• TuneSelect and GameSelect: Don’t miss your favorite artists and songs when
they are on live radio. And view scores and stats of your teams anytime, plus
get alerts when they are playing.
• SongSaver: Store up to 10 songs so you can listen to them later.
• Stock Ticker: Track the price and daily movement of your favorite stocks.
Please read the entire user guide before using your XpressRCi!
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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.
• If the LCD screen is damaged, do not touch the liquid crystal fluid.
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Introduction
Warning!
• Opening the case may result in electric shock.
• If the liquid crystal fluid comes in contact with your skin, wipe the skin area
with a cloth and then wash the skin thoroughly with soap and running water.
If the liquid crystal fluid comes into contact with your eyes, flush the eyes
with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical care. If the liquid
crystal fluid is ingested, flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large
quantities of water, and induce vomiting. Seek medical care.
• Make sure that you insert the PowerConnect Power Adapter all the way into
the vehicle’s cigarette lighter or power adapter socket.
• If you are using PowerConnect as your audio connection option, it is
advisable not to insert a multi-outlet adapter into the same vehicle
cigarette lighter or power adapter socket to simultaneously power other
devices. Some multi-outlet adapters can prevent the PowerConnect feature
from working properly.
• When using this product, it is always important to keep your eyes on the road
and hands on the wheel. Not doing so could result in personal injury, death, and/
or damage to your device, accessories, and/or to your vehicle or other property.
• Vehicle installation and radio configuration functions should not be
performed while driving. Park your vehicle in a safe location before
beginning installation.
• This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Your device should be placed in your vehicle where it will not interfere with the
function of safety features, e.g., deployment of airbags. Failure to correctly place
device may result in injury to you or others, if the unit becomes detached during
an accident and/or obstructs the deployment of an airbag.
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What’s in the Box?
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5
2
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9
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mute
info menu
fm direct
display
0
jump fav
+
XpressRCiRadio
PowerConnect Vehicle Dock
Remote Control
Magnetic Mount
Antenna
Aux In Cable
Dash Mount
Antenna & Dash Mount
Alcohol Preparation Pads
PowerConnect
Power Adapter
Vent Mount
and Extended
Vent Clamps
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Introduction
XpressRCiFunctions
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Pause and Replay Buttons
Pause, rewind, and replay
up to 60 minutes of live
radio. Power Button
Turn radio on and off.
Display
Customize the way you
view content on the display.
Left and Right Arrows
Search for channels by
category; also when in
Replay mode, rewind or
fast-forward through
content.
Control Knob
Scroll through lists and
preview channels; also
highlight menu options.
Menu Button
Access advanced features
and configuration options;
also press and hold to
access FM presets.
Select Button
Press to confirm selection
for channel and menu
items; also press and
hold to GameSelect, to
TuneSelect, or to save a
song.
Fav Button
Choose among the different
tuning modes: Direct,
Favorite Channels, and
SongSaver.
Jump
Go back to the
previous channel
to which you were
listening.
Info Button
View either
sports or stock
information.
Number Buttons
Select your favorite
channels; also enter
a channel number
directly; also access
songs saved in
SongSaver.
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5
2
7
4
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9
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mute
info menu
fm direct
display
0
jump
+
fav
Remote Control Functions
Pause and Replay Buttons
Pause, rewind, and replay
up to 60 minutes of live
radio.
Power Button
Turn radio on and off.
Display Button
Customize the way you
view content on the display.
Arrow Buttons
Use up/down arrow buttons
to scroll through lists and
preview channels; also
highlight menu options. Use
left/right arrows to search
for channels by category;
also when in Replay mode,
rewind or fast-forward
through content.
Menu Button
Access advanced features
and configuration options;
also press and hold to
access FM presets.
Select Button
Press to confirm selection
for channel and menu items;
also press and hold to
GameSelect, to TuneSelect,
or to save a song.
Fav Button
Choose among the different
tuning modes: Direct,
Favorite Channels, and
SongSaver.
Jump Button
Go back to the previous
channel to which you were
listening.
Info Button
View either sports or stock
information.
Number Buttons
Select your favorite
channels; also enter a
channel number directly;
also access songs saved
in SongSaver.
—/ FM Button
—:Change channels, or
decrease volume for
Sound System (sold
separately).
FM: Not used in XpressRCi.
+ / Direct Button
+: Change channels, or
increase volume for Sound
System (sold separately).
Direct: Not used in
XpressRCi.
Mute Button
Silence live radio, saved
songs, and replayed
content.
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Control Knob and Select Button Basics
Turn the Control knob clockwise or counter-clockwise
to scroll through a list and highlight an item in the list.
Press the center of the Select
button to make a selection.
Press the edge to tilt the Select button to select , , display, or jump.
Tilt Right: Tilt Left: Tilt Up: display Tilt Down: jump
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PowerConnect Vehicle Dock
Color-Coded Connections
The color-coded PowerConnect Vehicle Dock makes it simple to connect. Just
match the colors on the cable ends to the colors on the dock to see what goes
where.
ANT (Silver)
Connection for
the Magnetic
Mount Antenna.
AUDIO (Green)
Connection for Aux In
Cable or optional
Cassette Adapter
(sold separately).
Rear View
PWR (Red)
Connection for
PowerConnect
Power Adapter.
FM (Blue)
Connection for
optional FM Direct
Adapter (sold
separately).
AUDIO ANT PWR FM
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Wire Guide
The PowerConnect Vehicle Dock has a wire guide at the top rear that can help
you to organize the cables and wires connected to the dock. If you need to bring
a cable or wire from one side of the dock to the other, utilize the wire guide by
looping the cable though the wire guide as shown.
Wire Guide
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Vehicle Installation
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Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio
When installing the XpressRCiin your vehicle, choose a location where it will not
block your vision, interfere with the controls, or obstruct the air bag. The location
should be easily accessible and provide good visibility of the display, and should
not be located where it will be in direct sunlight, which will affect the visibility of
the display screen.
Several examples of the XpressRCimounted in a vehicle are shown: Ais the on dash
method using the Dash Mount, and Bis the vent clip method using the Vent Mount.
A.
A.
Option 1 Option 2
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B.
A.
B.
display
jump menu
info
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1
display
jump menu
info
234567890fav
1
Option 3
Option 4 Option 5
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Vehicle Installation
Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount
Depending on your situation, you can either choose to use the Dash Mount or the
Vent Mount.
IMPORTANT! When you install the chosen mount, do not attach the dock to the
mount yet. All cables should be attached to the dock prior to connecting the dock
to the mount.
Installing the Dash Mount:
CAUTION! The adhesive used on the Dash Mount may be difficult
to remove. Do not install this mount on leather surfaces (contact
your vehicle dealer if you are unsure about your dash surface), and
make sure the air temperature is at least 60ûF (15ûC) during
installation. If it’s not at least 60ûF, turn on the heater in your
vehicle to bring the temperature up to 60ûF.
1 Locate a flat surface for the Dash Mount. Make sure there is ample room
for the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and XpressRCi Radio when installed.
2 Set the orientation of the Dash Mount before adhering it. Loosen the
knob and adjust the adhesive foot for the location you selected in
“Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio” on page 16:
•Option 1 & Option 3
should be oriented as I.
•Option 2 should be
oriented as II.
I II
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3 The dock mounting plate can be tilted in different directions.
Adjust as necessary for your particular vehicle. When the
orientation is correct, tighten the knob.
4 Clean the surface with the
alcohol preparation pad and
let it dry thoroughly.
5 Peel off the adhesive liner.
Position, press, and hold the
Dash Mount in place for 30
seconds.
IMPORTANT! Allow the Dash Mount adhesive to cure (dry) for a minimum of
2-4 hours before using the mount. The best adhesion occurs after 24 hours.
TIP! To remove, carefully lift the adhesive pad with your fingers or a spoon.
Warming the pad with a hair dryer for several minutes will help soften the
adhesive. Be careful not overheat the surface with the hair dryer or you may
damage the surface or Dash Mount.
Knob Adhesive Foot Dock Mounting Plate
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Vehicle Installation
Installing the Vent Mount:
1 Locate a vent with horizontal
louvers sturdy enough to hold your
PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and radio.
2 If the vent louvers in your vehicle
are recessed, you may need to use
the longer vent clamps with the Vent
Mount. If so, remove the shorter vent
clamps and install the longer ones
into the Vent Mount. Be sure to observe the orientation of the vent
clamps as shown.
Slide Short Vent Clamps Out
Remove End Cap
Slide Extended Vent Clamps In Replace End Cap
Extended Vent Clamps
Short Vent
Clamps
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3 Push the Vent Mount onto the vehicle vent as shown (1) until it
hooks on the rear of the vent louver (2).
4 Rest the foot against the bottom of the vent (2), and adjust the
tilt of the Vent Mount by repositioning the foot to a different
adjustment hole (3).
To remove the Vent Mount, push the mount into the vent. Then lift up until
disengaged from the rear of the vent louver, and remove the Vent Mount.
PUSH
Dash
Vent
Louver
Foot
Vent Vent
Dash Dash
HOOKED
TILT
ADJUSTMENT
HOLES
1 2 3
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Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna
The Magnetic Mount Antenna contains a strong magnet which will stick to any
metal part of your vehicle, but will not damage the vehicle.
To install the Magnetic Mount Antenna:
1 Choose the best location for your antenna considering
your vehicle type. Pay particular attention to any
accessories that you may have like luggage racks and
how frequently you may use them.
Sedan/Coupe: We recommend mounting the antenna just above either
the front windshield or the back window as shown.
Vehicle Installation
Magnet
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