XM XMCK10AP User manual

User Guide
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Table of Contents
Aim the Antenna.......................41
Tune Directly to a Channel .............42
Change the Search Mode...............42
Skip a Channel .........................43
Memory Recall .........................44
Editing TuneSelect .....................45
Display Stocks .........................47
Display Sports Scores ..................49
Display Screen Mode...................50
Set the Clock...........................51
Turn Xpress On/Off Automatically ......53
Set Factory Defaults ....................54
Help!........................................ 55
Helpful Hints...........................56
Troubleshooting Tips...................56
For More Help..........................58
Other Information..................... 59
Specifications ..........................60
FCC Statement .........................61
Warranty...............................62
Introduction...............................3
About XM..............................4
Features ...............................5
Safety and Care ........................6
What’s in the Box?......................8
Vehicle Installation.....................9
Step 1: Plan the installation.............10
Step 2: Mount the XM Car Antenna .....11
Step 3: Install the Swivel Mount.........15
Step 4: Connect your Xpress. ...........18
Step 5: Finding an FM Frequency. .......22
Using Your Xpress.....................23
Xpress at a Glance......................24
Activate your XM Radio ................26
Listening to XM ........................27
Enter a Specific Channel................28
View a Category........................29
Jump to the Previous Channel ..........29
Preset your Favorite Channel ...........30
Special Features..............32
Change the Screen Display .............33
TuneSelect Favorite Artists and Songs .. 34
Memory ...............................35
Configuring your Xpress .......37
FM Frequency .........................38
Brightness and Contrast................39
Backlight Timer ........................39
Adjust the Audio Level .................40

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Table of Contents
Introduction

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Introduction
Welcome to XM!
This guide walks you through the installation and activation of your new Xpress radio,
and helps get you set up and listening fast!
About XM
XM is America’s number one satellite radio company. Broadcasting live daily from
studios in Washington, DC, New York City, Chicago, Nashville, Toronto, and Montreal,
XM’s 2008 lineup includes more than 170 digital channels of choice from coast to coast:
commercial-free music, premiere sports, news, talk radio, comedy, children’s and
entertainment programming, and the most advanced traffic and weather information.
XM, the leader in satellite-delivered entertainment and data services for the automobile
market through partners with General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Nissan, Porsche, Ferrari,
Subaru, Suzuki, and Toyota, is available in 140 different vehicle models in 2008. XM’s
industry-leading products are available at consumer electronics retailers nationwide.
For more information about XM hardware, programming, and partnerships, visit http://
www.xmradio.com/.

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Features
Your Xpress is loaded with features, including:
View channel, artists, and song title on the large bright 5-line display•
Set up to 30 of your favorite XM channels for quick access•
TuneSelect finds 20 of your favorite artists or songs and alerts you when they’re•
playing on an XM channel
Customize the content you want just the way you want it on the large,•
easy-to-read display
Easily move through XM channels with the tune-and-press dial•
Track your favorite college or professional sports teams, or selected stocks,•
while listening to XM
Clock, alarm, and sleep timer•

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Introduction
Safety and Care
IMPORTANT! To avoid possible injury to yourself and/or damage to your radio, read
the documentation that is supplied with your Xpress radio. XM Satellite Radio claims no
responsibility for damage from data loss due to a breakdown, repair, or other causes.
Do not:
Expose the radio to extreme temperatures (above 140°F/60°C or below-4°F/-20°C).•
Expose the radio to moisture, or use the radio near or in water.•
Let any foreign matter spill into the radio.•
Store the radio in dusty areas.•
Expose the radio to chemicals such as benzene and thinners.•
Use liquid aerosol cleaners to clean the radio. Only use a soft, damp cloth.•
Expose the radio to direct sunlight, fire, flame, or other heat sources for a prolonged•
period.
Attempt to disassemble or repair the radio yourself.•
Drop the radio or subject it to severe impact or excessive pressure.•
Place heavy objects on the radio.•

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WARNING! To avoid electrical shock:
Do not open the radio’s case.•
Keep metallic objects, such as necklaces or coins, away from the power•
adapter plugs.
Only use the power adapter with an outlet that matches the shape of the•
adapter’s plug.
Make sure that you insert the adapter’s plug completely into the outlet.•
Use the power adapter and cradle away from water sources.•
Do not touch the radio with wet hands.•
SAFETY FIRST!
Always give priority to safe driving. Failure to do so can result in personal•
injury, death, and/or damage to your radio, accessories, vehicle, and property.
Install the radio in your vehicle in a place where it cannot interfere with the•
operation of safety features, such as the airbags. Failure to correctly place the
radio can result in injury to you or others if the radio becomes detached during
an accident and/or obstructs the deployment of an airbag.

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Introduction
What’s in the Box?
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Car Cradle Swivel Mount
Swivel Mount
Preparation Kit
Car Power Adapter
Xpress Radio
XM Car Antenna
XM SureConnect Kit

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Vehicle Installation

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Vehicle Installation
Installing Your Xpress
You are about to transform your car radio into an XM experience!
Step 1: Plan the Installation
Select an area on the dashboard you want to place the car cradle.1
This is where you will install the swivel mount.
Determine if you want the swivel mount installed vertically or2
horizontally. See Step 3: Install the Swivel Mount on page 15 for more
information.
TIP! An adhesive pad is used to mount the swivel mount to the dashboard. The
adhesive requires 24 hours to cure. Make sure you provide yourself the proper
amount of time to install your Xpress. See Step 3: Install the Swivel Mount on page
15 for more information.
Determine which connection method you plan to use in order to receive3
the XM signal:
XM SureConnect (included with Xpress)•
Cassette adapter (sold separately)•
FM direct adapter (sold separately)•
Audio output cable (sold separately)•
See Step 4: Connect Your Xpress on page 18 for more information about
connection method options.

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Step 2: Mount the XM Car Antenna
To mount the XM car antenna:
Place the car cradle on the dashboard.1
You will connect it to the swivel mount later on.
TIP! Make sure the door does not pinch the cable when closed.
TIP! Always cross the weather seals at the lowest point possible to reduce water leaks.
TIP! Always hand wash or use brushless or touch-free car washes to avoid damaging
the XM SureConnect.
Car Cradle

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Select a suitable location on the outside of your car for the antenna.2
For example, on the roof near the windshield or rear window.
TIP! When selecting a location, consider any accessories that your car has, such as a
luggage rack, and how often you use the accessories. Select a location where the
antenna won’t be covered or blocked as this could interfere with signal reception.
Gently place the antenna in3
the location you selected. The
antenna has a strong magnet that
sticks to any metallic surface.
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XM car antenna
Vehicle Installation
Magnet

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Route the antenna cable.4
If you placed the antenna on the front of the car:
Route the cable across the top of the windshield.•
• Gently pry up the rubber weather seal and tuck the cable
underneath it.
Follow the weather seal down to the door jam.•
Tuck the cable into the door jam and up to the dash, or under the•
carpet, and route the cable to the car cardle.

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Vehicle Installation
If you placed the antenna on the rear of the car:
Route the cable across the top of the rear window.•
• Gently pry up the rubber weather seal and tuck the cable underneath it.
Route the cable into the trunk and through any existing wire passages or•
cargo passages to the rear seats.
Tuck the cable under the door jam trim, or under the carpet, and•
route the cable to the car cradle.
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Magnet
TIP! When routing the cable:
Make sure any extra cable does not interfere with normal car operation.•
Make sure there are no knots or twists in the cable as these can affect signal•
reception and damage the cable.
Include enough slack in the cable to accommodate open doors or trunk lids.•
To fasten the cable, use electrical tape or zip ties, and secure the cable in areas•
where hinges don’t pinch the cable.
Hide extra cable in the trim.•
Step 3: Install the Swivel Mount
CAUTION! The adhesive used with the swivel mount may make it difficult to remove
the swivel mount later. Do not install the swivel mount on leather surfaces, and make
sure the air temperature is at least 60°F (15°C).
Select whether you want to install the swivel mount vertically or1
horizontally on the dashboard.

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Vehicle Installation
Locate a flat surface for the swivel mount on the dashboard.2
Make sure there is ample room for the car cradle and radio when installed.
Use the alcohol pads in the swivel mount preparation kit to clean the3
surface. Let it dry thoroughly.
Remove the adhesive liner from the swivel mount.4
Position the swivel mount where you want it, then press and hold the swivel5
mount in place for 30 seconds.
IMPORTANT! Let the adhesive cure for 24 hours before connecting the car cradle
and radio to the swivel mount.
Turn the swivel to accommodate the car cradle and radio. Adjust the6
tension by turning the center screw.
You can adjust this screw
to adjust the tension of the
mount.

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TIP! To remove the swivel mount, warm the adhesive pad with a hair dryer for
several minutes to soften the adhesive, and then carefully lift the adhesive pad with
your fingers or a spoon. You can reinstall the swivel mount using the extra adhesive
pad in the swivel mount preparation kit.

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Step 4: Connect Your Xpress
Connecting the Car Cradle to the Swivel Mount
To connect the car cradle vertically onto the swivel mount, slide the car cradle down
onto the swivel mount. The retainer tab should be inserted into the groove on the back
of the car cradle. Make sure it snaps firmly in place.
To connect the car cradle horizontally onto the swivel mount, slide car cradle onto the
retainer tab. The retainer tab should be inserted into the groove on the base of the car
cradle.
Horizontal
Positioning
Vertical
Positioning
Vehicle Installation

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Receiving the XM Signal through Your Car Stereo
There are several ways to receive the XM signal through your car stereo.
Select the one that best meets your needs:
Cassette Adapter• (sold separately): Use a cassette adapter if your
car’s stereo system has a built-in cassette player.
Audio Output Cable:• (sold separately): If your car stereo has an
audio input jack, you can plug this cable into it to receive audio
reception.
XM SureConnect• (included with Xpress): You can listen to your Xpress
radio through your car’s stereo system by using the built-in FM
modulator in your Xpress radio and the XM SureConnect. Simply
find an unused FM frequency on your car stereo system, and tune
your Xpress radio into that same frequency. To install the XM
SureConnect, follow the XM SureConnect installation instructions.
FM Direct Adapter• (sold separately): The FM direct adapter
connects your Xpress radio directly to your car’s stereo system and
antenna. You can listen to your Xpress radio through your car’s stereo
system by using the built-in FM modulator in your Xpress radio. If
you choose this option, have the adapter professionally installed.

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Vehicle Installation
Plugging Everything in