Audiovox Car Satellite Radio System XMC10 User Manual

Xpress® Satellite  
Radio Receiver  
XMC10 Car Cradle  
Installation Guide  
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Congratulations  
Thank you for purchasing the Audiovox Xpress XM® Satellite Car Kit. You are one step closer to experiencing the  
latest innovation in XM® Satellite Radio. XM® Satellite Radio will revolutionize your vehicle or in-home entertain-  
ment.  
XM® features over 150 digital channels — 100% commercial-free music, over 30 channels of news, sports, talk  
and entertainment, over 20 dedicated channels of XM® Instant Traffic & Weather, and the deepest play-list in the  
industry with access to over 2 million titles!  
XM® Satellite Radio service gives you the power to choose what you want to hear - wherever and whenever you want  
it. XM® is America’s #1 Satellite Radio provider with over 4 million customers.  
Your Audiovox Xpress XM® receiver must be used with an accessory kit, such as the Audiovox Home Kit, Boom Box  
or Vehicle Kit as required by your specific installation needs. These kits are available at retailers where Audiovox  
main units are sold.  
Required subscription for service sold separately.  
Installation costs and other fees and taxes may apply, including a one-time activation fee. All fees and program-  
ming subject to change. College sports games subject to availability. Subscriptions subject to Customer Agree-  
ment included with the XM Welcome Kit and available at www.xmradio.com. Only available in the 48 contiguous  
United States.  
©2005 XM® Satellite Radio Inc. XM® is a trademark of XM® Satellite Radio. All rights reserved. All other trade-  
marks are the property of their respective owners.  
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Cautions and Warnings  
1. Do not install the XMC10 car cradle in a position that  
hinders your view through the windshield, or obstructs  
viewing of the dashboard indicators and displays.  
2. Do not install the unit where it may obstruct the  
operation or deployment of safety devices, such as  
airbags, etc.  
3. Do not allow operation of the unit to detract from safe  
driving practices; remember that you are responsible as  
the vehicle operator to adhere to all safe driving and  
traffic regulations.  
4. This unit complies with the interference limits relative to  
a Class B digital device, applicable under Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules regarding installation in a residential envi-  
ronment. If the unit is not installed in accordance with  
these instructions, it could cause harmful interference to  
radio or television reception. If this condition persists  
after corrective action, consult your dealer or experienced  
installation facility.  
5. By adhering to these warnings and safety consider-  
ations, serious accidents and/or personal injury can be  
avoided.  
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OPTIONAL  
Contents XMC10  
CLA Female Socket  
(P/N 154-1132)  
Install Manual  
(P/N 1287472)  
Swivel Bracket  
(P/N 136-4048)  
Audio Cable  
(P/N SAT-RCA)  
Antenna  
(P/N 118-1133)  
1 pc.  
1 pc.  
1 pc.  
Cradle XMC10  
(P/N 136-4041)  
ACCESSORY KIT  
Alcohol Cleaning Pad,  
Surface Cleaning Pad,  
Instruction Sheet,  
1 pc.  
FM Direct Adapter  
P/N XMFM-1  
12 Volt-to-5 Volt  
DC Power Adapter  
(P/N 112-3456)  
Antenna Cable Exit Plug  
(P/N 170-0054)  
1 pc.  
1 pc.  
1 pc.  
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Installation/Wiring Precautions  
Setting Up and Installing Your Kit  
1. To prevent a short-circuit, be sure to turn off the  
ignition and remove the negative (-) battery cable  
prior to installation. Connect power wires last.  
2. Do not install the unit in the locations exposed to  
direct sunlight or, in areas subject to extreme  
temperatures.  
NOTE: The XM signal can be received and processed  
virtually anywhere as long as there are no  
obvious satellite signal obstructions such as  
nearby buildings, high terrain, parking garages  
or tunnels.  
1. Cabling Interconnections  
3. Incorrect installation may cause damage to the  
system. Mount the unit firmly in place, using  
the supplied hardware.  
4. Be careful not to damage the vehicle wiring.  
5. Be sure to use the supplied screws and washers.  
6. Be careful not to snag any wires when tightening  
screws.  
7. Use only the 12 Volt-to-5 Volt DC Power Adapter  
supplied. Use of an alternative power adapter may  
damage the Xpress XM® unit and/or the XMC10  
cradle.  
You can begin to enjoy XM® Satellite Radio as  
soon as the Xpress XM® Receiver and Vehicle  
Kit installation are complete. Set up your Audiovox  
Xpress XM® System using the following  
installation instructions, or enlist the help of a  
professional installer:  
2. Installing the Cradle Mount Base Assembly  
a. Interconnect all of the components as shown  
on the adjacent page to verify that the system  
operates normally.  
b. Locate a firm, reasonably flat surface within your  
car to permit optimum viewing and line-of-sight  
access by the supplied remote control unit.  
CAUTION: You could drain the vehicle battery if  
the DC power adapter remains  
plugged in after the ignition is turned  
off. Unplug the adapter to prevent  
this possibility.  
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Interconnect Diagram  
NOTE:  
XMC10 CRADLE  
(LEFT SIDE VIEW)  
XMC10 CRADLE  
(REAR VIEW)  
1. IF THE XMC10 IS INSTALLED  
USING THE OPTIONAL XMFM-1 FM  
DIRECT ADAPTER, DO NOT  
CONNECT AN AUDIO CABLE TO THE  
LINE OUT CONNECTOR OF THE  
CRADLE.  
XM ANTENNA  
XMC10 CRADLE  
(RIGHT SIDE VIEW)  
2. THE FM TRANSMITTER OPTION  
MUST BE SET TO ”FM ON” IN THE  
XPRESS XM USER MENU. (REFER TO  
THE OWNER’S MANUAL, PUBLICA-  
TION NO.128-7454.)  
TO VEHICLE  
AUX AUDIO INPUT TO AUDIO OUTPUT  
OF EXTERNAL PLAYBACK DEVICE. THIS  
PERMITS AUDIO FROM AN EXTERNAL  
DEVICE SUCH AS A PORTABLE CD  
PLAYER OR MP3 PLAYER TO BE  
PLAYED THROUGH THE XPRESS XM  
WIRELESS FM TRANSMITTER.  
RADIO ANTENNA  
JACK  
+12V to +5V  
DC POWER  
ADAPTER  
TO VEHICLE  
+12 VDC POWER  
RECEPTACLE  
OPTIONAL SAT-RCA  
AUDIO CABLE  
(PURCHASED  
OR  
OPTIONAL FM DIRECT  
ADAPTER XMFM-1  
SEPARATELY)  
(PURCHASED SEPARATELY)  
(CONNECT TO  
AUXILIARY AUDIO  
INPUTS ON VEHICLE  
HEAD UNIT.)  
CLA FEMALE SOCKET WIRES  
TO VEHICLE +12 VDC POWER  
RECEPTACLE  
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CAUTION:  
Do not install the swivel bracket  
on a leather or fabric surface, or  
in a position that could impair  
your vision, block air bag(s) or  
obstruct vehicle dashboard  
controls and/or radio CD/  
the bracket using a portable hair dryer, or by  
holding the backing surface in front of a  
vehicle heater vent.  
e. Remove the plastic liner from the adhesive  
backing on the bracket, and fix the base in  
position on the surface; make sure the  
mounting pad is accurately positioned on  
the first try, since repositioning may be  
difficult, if not impossible.  
cassetteoperational displays.  
NOTE: The adhesive backing on the bracket  
will not permit easy repositioning once  
it has been mated to the surface; use  
extreme care and planning when  
f. If the bracket is to be screwed in place, do  
not remove the plastic liner from the  
adhesive backing. Use appropriate sheet  
metal or machine screws for this purpose.  
selecting the mounting location. If the  
bracket is to be screwed to the surface,  
make sure the area in back of the  
g. To mount the XMC10 cradle atop the swivel  
bracket, line up the slot at the rear of the cradle  
with the bracket retainer tab, and slide the cradle  
down so that the slot and tab mesh together in  
a locked position.  
mounting surface is clear of wires or  
other items to prevent unintentional  
damage.  
c. Using the alcohol swab supplied with your kit,  
clean the mounting surface and thoroughly wipe  
the area dry with a clean lint-free cloth.  
d. If the outside air temperature is cold, it may be  
beneficial to warm the adhesive backing on  
NOTE: Allow a 72-hour period for the adhesive  
backing to cure completely.  
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3. Using Other Manufacturer’s Mounts  
SIDE (HORIZONTAL)  
MOUNTING  
VERTICAL  
MOUNTING  
CONFIGURATION  
CONFIGURATION  
The XMC10 Cradle can also be installed using  
othermanufacturer’s mounts; the mounting  
plate provisions on the rear and bottom of the  
cradle provideyou with two mounting options  
within thevehicle using various vehicle-specific  
aftermarket brackets.  
SWIVEL  
ADJUSTMENT  
SCREW  
4. Installing the Xpress XM® Receiver into the Cradle  
Install the Receiver as follows:  
XMC10  
CRADLE  
a. After making sure the connectors and guide pin  
hole are properly lined up, gently lower the  
Xpress XM® Receiver into the cradle and press  
down on the Xpress XM® Receiver to mate the  
connectors together. The raised detent on the  
cradle will enter the notch on the rear of the  
Receiver, indicating the Xpress XM® is properly  
seated.  
ASSEMBLY  
PLASTIC LINER  
AND ADHESIVE  
BACKING  
SWIVEL  
BRACKET  
SCREW HOLES  
(2) FOR DIRECT  
HARDMOUNTING  
b. The Xpress XM® Receiver should now be  
secured in the cradle  
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RECEIVER  
NOTCH  
5. Connection Options  
The Xpress Receiver and Cradle provide an audio  
output signal in three ways:  
a. FM Wireless Transmitter - When using the  
XMC10 cradle with the wireless FM transmitter  
option, the XM audio signal can be received  
through your vehicle radio on selectable FM  
frequencies using the menu options included  
in your Xpress Receiver. (Refer to the Receiver  
owner’s manual.) The XM audio signal can  
then be played through your vehicle radio when  
the car radio is tuned to one of the available  
frequencies.  
Xpress XM®  
RECEIVER  
SYSTEM  
Xpress XM®  
RECEIVER  
REAR VIEW  
CONNECTOR  
RAISED  
DETENT  
CRADLE  
FRONT VIEW  
CONNECTOR  
GUIDEPIN  
XMC10  
SYSTEM  
CONNECTOR  
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XMC10 CRADLE  
(RIGHT SIDE VIEW)  
b. FM Direct Wiring - If the FM wireless transmitter  
does not provide satisfactory performance in  
your vehicle, use the optional FM Direct Adapter,  
Part # XMFM-1, which provides a hard-wired FM  
output.  
TO VEHICLE  
RADIO ANTENNA  
JACK  
c. Low-Level Audio Output - For vehicles  
equipped with radio head units with auxiliary  
audio inputs, the audio signal can be routed  
through an optional audio cable (Part No. SAT-  
RCA) and applied to the auxiliary inputs of a  
radio or entertainment system. In this case, it is  
best to turn the Xpress Receiver FM modulator  
option off to avoid interference.  
OPTIONAL SAT-RCA  
AUDIO CABLE  
(PURCHASED  
SEPARATELY)  
(CONNECT TO  
AUXILIARY AUDIO  
INPUTS ON VEHICLE  
HEAD UNIT.)  
OPTIONAL FM DIRECT  
ADAPTER XMFM-1  
(PURCHASED SEPARATELY)  
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7. Mounting the Vehicle Antenna  
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The antenna should be placed on a relatively flat  
surface on the vehicle exterior, preferably on the  
roof (high point) or on the trunk (convertible). To  
mount the antenna:  
Xpress  
SYSTEM  
(TYPICAL)  
a. Plug the antenna into the ANT connector  
on the back of the cradle.  
12V-TO-5V  
DCPOWER  
ADAPTER  
b. Place the antenna at the preferred location on  
the roof or trunk surface. If the vehicle is  
equipped with a roof or trunk rack, the antenna  
may have to be mounted off-center on the  
surface. The magnet will secure the antenna in  
the desired position.  
SAT  
ANTENNA  
(TYPICAL)  
c. Apply power to the Xpress XM system as  
outlined in the associated User Guide and  
obtain an audio output. If no audio is heard,  
first check the signal strength indicator located  
on the bottom left corner of the display to ensure  
the antenna is receiving an optimum signal. If  
necessary, move the antenna to different  
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positions on the surface until an audio output  
is heard. The desired antenna position  
should be marked with masking tape or by  
another non-scratch method.  
d. After determining the optimum position, turn off  
Xpress XM power, disconnect the power  
adapter from the vehicle cigarette lighter  
receptacle and disconnect the antenna cable.  
e. Plan the routing of the antenna cable to the  
cradle. Make sure you avoid any obstructions  
that could crimp, kink or twist the cable; use  
protective grommets wherever rough openings  
are encountered.  
ANTENNA  
ROUTING  
THE CABLE  
f. Route the cable from the antenna position to  
the interior of the vehicle, working the cable  
under the rear window molding; make  
adjustments and take up slack whenever  
necessary.  
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g. At the lowest point of the rear window, route  
the cable into the trunk, taking advantage of  
existing cable conduits. Then snake the cable  
around the passenger compartment to the  
back of the XMC10 cradle.  
h. In SUV’s, minivans, etc., route the cable into  
the vehicle under the rubber molding of the  
hatch door or tailgate, and then under the  
interior trim.  
NOTE: Avoid exposing the cable in the driver  
and passenger areas where it could  
become entangled in feet or other  
objects.  
i. Plug the antenna cable into the ANT  
connector on the back of the cradle; then plug  
the cigarette lighter adapter into the lighter  
receptacle.  
j. You are now ready to enjoy XM programming  
within your vehicle.  
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12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY  
AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part  
thereof, undernormaluseandconditions, beprovendefectiveinmaterialorworkmanshipwithin12monthsfromthedateoforiginalpurchase, suchdefect(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 delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale),  
specification of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to an approved warranty station or the Company at the address shown below.  
This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of the  
product, damage to speakers, accessories, or vehicle and home electrical systems, malfunction of satellite transmissions, repeater signal or receiver unit.  
ThisWarrantydoesnotapplytoanyproductorpartthereofwhich, intheopinionoftheCompany, hassufferedorbeendamagedthroughalteration, improper  
installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident, or by removal or defacement of the factory serial number/bar code label(s). THE EXTENT OF THE  
COMPANY'SLIABILITYUNDERTHISWARRANTYISLIMITEDTOTHEREPAIRORREPLACEMENTPROVIDEDABOVEAND,INNOEVENT,SHALLTHE  
COMPANY'SLIABILITYEXCEEDTHEPURCHASEPRICEPAIDBYPURCHASERFORTHEPRODUCT.  
This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF  
MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY  
HEREUNDERINCLUDINGANYIMPLIEDWARRANTYOFMERCHANTABILITY MUSTBE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIODOF48MONTHS FROM DATE  
OFORIGINALPURCHASE. INNOCASESHALLTHECOMPANYBELIABLEFORANYCONSEQUENTIALORINCIDENTALDAMAGESFORBREACHOF  
THISORANYOTHERWARRANTY,EXPRESSORIMPLIED,WHATSOEVER. NopersonorrepresentativeisauthorizedtoassumefortheCompanyany  
liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this 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  
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© 2005 Audiovox Electronics Corporation, 150 Marcus Blvd., Hauppauge, New York 11788  
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