XM Sound System User manual

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Getting Started 4
Step
1: Unpack the XM Sound System 4
Step
2: Choose your Radio-specific dock adapter.. 5
Step
3: Insert your radio 7
Step
4: Install the antenna 8
Step
5: Install the power 9
Step
6: Turn it on 11
Step 7: Listen 12
Taking Care of Your XM Sound System 14
Troubleshooting 15
Technical information 16
FCC Statement 17
Wa rranty ...................................... 18

Congratulations, you've just expanded the use of your XM Radio!
Now, in addition to listening to the channels you love in the car, you can listen to XM radio in
your home or on the go.
Use these instructions to set up your XM Sound System. If you need help, call XM
Support at 1-800-XM-RADIO (1-800-967-2346) or contact us at www.xmradio.com.
Step 1: Unpack the XM Sound System
Power supply
XM sound system
t
XM home antenna
Radio-specific dock adapters

inno& Helix
SKYFi3
Xpress family RoadyXT
1 To remove the Xpress dock adapter, lift both sides ofthe adapter
at the same time.
2Insert the dock adapter
for your radio.
If you are not using an Xpress radio,
you must replace the Xpress dock
adapter with the appropriate one
for
your XM radio.
Step 2: Choose your Radio-specific dock adapter
The Xpress dock adapter is already installed in the Sound System for the Audiovox
Xpress, Audiovox
XpressEZ, Audiovox XpressR, or Delphi XpressRC.
Radio-specific dock adapters

If your radio is aPioneer inno"" or a Sam sung Helix"", you will also need the XM2go Boombox
Adapter XMPA 1(sold separately). After installing the dock adapter, plug the special XM2go
Boombox Adapter into place.
Adapterfor the inno and Helix
in no /Helix
XM2go Boombox Adapter
XMPAl
*Sold separately
Included inno/Helix
Dock Adapter

Step 3: Insert your radio
To insert your XM Radio into the Sound System, align the radio's connector with the
Sound System's connector, then carefully but
firmly press to secure the radio in place.
TIP! Although designed to fit snugly, we recommend that you remove the radio before moving
the Sound System.
•

Step 4: Install the antenna
1Place the antenna:
•
At home, place the antenna near asouth-facing window.
•On
the go, position the antenna for best reception.
2Remove
the battery cover.
Press Down
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3Plug the antenna into the jack labeled Antenna .
•TIP! Wrap any excess
antenna cable around the hooks. it is best to wrap it
counter clockwise. It is best to warp counter clockwise starting with the plug
end of the cable.
Step 5: InstaII the power
To use your Sound System on the go:
1Insert 8 C batteries
(sold separately).

2Replace battery cover.
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TIP! When the battery life is getting low the power LED will blink and your XM
Radio may not play music.
TIP! It is not recommended to retain batteries in the Sound System for
an extended length of time. Remove batteries when not in use.
1Plug the AC power adapter into the jack
labeled
12V DC on the Sound System.
2Plug
the other end into any 11 0-120V
power source
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TIP! If both batteries and the power adapter are connected, the Sound System
will operate
on AC power. Unplug the Sound System when not in use.
TIP! For some radio models, you can enable the Auto-ON feature for ease
of use. Refer to your radio's menu settings and User Guide for instructions.
The Helix and inno need
to be powered down manually.
TIP! The Helix and inno will charge while in the sound system, turn off the sound
system
if you do not want your Helix or inno to charge.
2Turn on your XM Radio.
1Press
the power button on the Sound System.
Step 6: Turn it on

Step 7: Listen
1 Operate your XM Radio according to its User Guide.
2Use
the volume buttons on the Sound System to adjust the sound level
3Use the XM Radio to adjust the bass and treble settings.
4
If available, to control both your XM radio and Sound System, use the remote
that came with your XM Radio
5
If desired, plug in your headphones to the phones jack. Use the volume buttons
on the Sound System to control the headphones. The Sound System's speakers
are
muted when the headphones are in use.

6Your Sound System contains an aux in jack so you can connect other devices such as
CD or MP3 players via amini audio cable (sold separately).

Placement
Do not place the Sound System or XM radio near heat sources or in direct sunlight. Do not
place the Sound System on an inclined or unstable surface, in areas of excessive dust, or
areas prone to mechanical shock. Do not block the speakers or ventilation ports.
Because
the speakers contain powerful magnets, keep credit cards, mechanical watches,
and other devices that might be affected away from the Sound System.
Cleaning
•
DANGER! Unplug the AC power adapter and/or remove the batteries during
the cleaning to avoid any electrical shock hazard.
Clean the hard surfaces of the Sound System with asoft cloth slightly moistened with a
mild
detergent solution.
Clean
the soft surfaces of the speakers with adry lint brush.
Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such as alcohol or
benzene.

If this happens
My XM radio is not receiving asignal.
My
XM radio will not turn on.
I
only receive XM channels 0and 1.
The radio and Sound System are on and receiv-
ing asignal
but Ican't hear anything.
Ihear noise
or interference.
My remote doesn't work.
Try this
Use the "antenna aiming"feature on the XM ra-
dio and move the antenna to another location.
Check
whether the power cord is plugged into
the wall.
Ensure batteries are fresh and inserted
correctly.
If applicable, make sure Auto-ON is enabled.
Make sure
your radio is activated. Contact XM
at www.xmradio.com or 1-800-XM-RADIO.
Remove
the radio from the Sound System and
re-insert it, then
turn the power on.
Unplug any headphones.
Check
the volume control.
Make sure"MUTE"
is not set on the remote if used.
If the power LED is blinking change the
batteries.
Move away from any cordless telephones or
electrical appliances or other devices that may
cause interference.
Make sure
that the IR sensors are not ob
structed.
It may be time to replace the battery in the
remote.

Dimensions
XM Sound System
Adapter
Weight
XM Audio System
Adapter
Inputs and Outputs
XM antenna input
Aux In
Headphone
output
Power
DC
Battery (sold separately)
405mm(W) X147mm(H) X184mm(D)
16 in(W) X5.78 in(H) X7.24 in
(D)
49mm(W) X78mm(H) X35mm(D)
1.92 in (W) X3.07 in(H) X
1.37 in(D)
3.345
Kg 7.3751bs
0.142
Kg 0.31251bs
15MB connector
3.5mm diameter
mini stereo jack
3.5 mm diameter mini stereo jack
Normal 12V (6-16V), positive polarity, (+ inner
conductor),
8 Ccell alkaline
or rechargeable
Temperature
Operating
Storage -25°C -70°C -40°C -
70°C
-13°F - 158°F
-40°F - 158°F
Audio
Power
Frequency response
Suitable Receivers (sold separately)
Audiovox Xpress
Audiovox XpressR
Delphi RoadyXP'
Pioneer in
no "" (with XM2go BoomboxAdapter)
Maximum 5W RMS per channel at 1%THD
at DC12V
power supply (power output is
reduced when the power supply is less
than 12V.)
100Hz -20KHz @+/- 3dB
Audiovox XpressEZ
Delphi
XpressRC
Delphi SKYFi3~
Samsung Helix"" (withXM2goBoomboxAdapter)

The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by XM Satellite
Radio Inc. can void
the user's authority to operate this device.
This device complies
with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This
equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class Bdigital device,
pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in aresidential installation.
This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance
with the installation instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encour-
aged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate
the receiving antenna of the affected receiver.
-Increase
the separation between the XM equipment and the affected receiver.
-Connect
the XM equipment into an outlet on acircuit different from that to which
the affected receiver is connected.
-Consult
the dealer or an experienced radiolTV technician for help.
WARNING: The FCC and FAA have not certified this Satellite Radio Receiver for use in any
aircraft (neither portable
nor permanent installation).Therefore, XM Satellite Radio cannot sup-
port this type of application or installation.

~ AUDIOYO:x,;
12 Month Limited Warranty
AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail pur-
chaser of this product that should under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in
material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(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 deliv-
ered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), specification of defect(s), trans-
portation prepaid, to an approved warranty station or the Company at the address shown on
the next page.
This Warranty does
not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, dam-
age to speakers from extended play at excessive volumes, malfunction of satellite transmis-
sions, repeater signal or receiver unit.
This Warranty does
not apply to any product in the opinion of the Company that has been
damaged
through alteration,improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident, or
by removal or defacement of the factory serial number/bar code label(s).
THE EXTENTOF THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY UNDERTHIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR
OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY
EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.

This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRAN-
TIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE LIMITED TO
THE DURATION OF THIS WRITIEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WAR-
RANTY HEREUNDER MUST
BE BROUGHT WITHIN 24 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL
PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY. No person or
representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed
herein in
connection with the sale ofthis product.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential 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 to state.
U.s.A.: AUDIOVOX
ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, 150 MARCUS BLVD., HAUPPAUGE, NEW
YORK 11788 1-800-645-4994
CANADA: CALL 1-800-645-4994 FOR LOCATION OF WARRANTY STATION SERVING YOUR
AREA