user guide XMCK-10A Important: This manual contains important safety and operating information. Please read, understand, and follow the instructions in this manual.
Congratulations 2 Congratulations Thank you for purchasing the Audiovox Xpress XM® Satellite Radio Reciever 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 entertainment. XM is America’s number one satellite radio service with more than 7 million subscribers.
Please note that the power cable that has been supplied with your device is supplied with permanently attached ferrite beads at each end. It is the responsibility of the user to use the cable with the ferrite beads. 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.
Table of Contents 4 Table of Contents Congratulations ............................................................................................... 2 FCC Information ............................................................................................... 3 Table of Contents ............................................................................................ 4 List of Illustrations ...........................................................................................
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Xpress System Components 8 Xpress System Components XM Receiver Model Xpress Remote Control Unit Part Number 136-4042 3 Vdc Battery for Remote, (1) CR2032
The Audiovox Xpress XM receiver processes the XM satellite signals received by the externally mounted antenna (purchased separately for Home or Boom Box Kits). The Xpress XM receiver recognizes and decodes the incoming XM broadcast signal and provides an audio| signal to your radio or other audio output equipment.
XM® Activation 10 XM Activation Activating your XM radio service is easy. You have one of two choices to activate your service: Online or by Phone. Online Activation Process First, please make sure the Xpress XM receiver is working properly by tuning to the XM Preview channel (#1). If you can hear XM Preview, your equipment is ready. NOTE: The antenna must be installed on the outside of your vehicle for best performance. Next, make sure you have a credit card and your XM Radio Receiver ID handy.
Figure 1. Your Receiver 8-character alphanumeric ID Online Activation Process Once the ID code is obtained, log on to XM at http://activate.xmradio.com and follow the easy instructions to activate your Xpress XM receiver. Call-in Activation Process Call XM at 1-800-XM RADIO (1-800-967-2346). One of XM’s friendly Customer Care representatives will take the necessary information and walk you through the activation process.
Getting Started 12 Getting Started The Audiovox Xpress XM receiver provides: • 7 control buttons • 1 Rotary/Select Knob • 10 number keys. LCD DISPLAY DISPLAY BUTTON SEARCH BUTTON MENU BUTTON ROTARY / SELECT KNOB POWER / IR EYE BUTTON MEMORY BUTTON JUMP BUTTON PRESET KEYPAD (NUMBER) BUTTON Figure 2.
Receiver Control Features Display Button - This button allows the user to choose one of four (4) different formats to display the Artist, Song Title and data service information on the LCD screen. Search Button - This button allows the user to search the next channel category as well as between preset channels or perform a continuous search.
Getting Started 14 When in the list or menu mode, turning the knob CW and CCW scrolls UP and DOWN through the various menus and lists. The current selection from the list will be highlighted on the display. When the item is highlighted, press the Rotary/Select Knob to enter the selection. Power Button - This button applies power to and removes power from the Xpress XM receiver. This button is also the Xpress XM receiver’s receiver eye (IR). Memory Button (mem.
Time Momentary Preset Indicator (Stays on for 2-seconds) Signal Strength Channel Name Channel Number Artist Song Title Stock, Sports, and More Info Figure 3. Xpress Receiver Unit Display Screen Getting Started Display Screen Features - Shown below is an example of an active Display Screen (see Figure 3).
Getting Started 16 Basic Operation With the Xpress XM receiver properly installed, activated and connected to your home/vehicle audio system or boom box, proceed as follows: Turning Xpress ON and OFF Set up your Audiovox Xpress XM receiver using the installation instructions included in this Kit (Home Kit, or Boom Box Kit), or with the help of a professional installer. NOTE: Refer to Antenna Aiming during the installation procedure. Press the Power button to turn the unit ON.
Menu Options Figure 4. XM and Audiovox Logo Power ON Screen Figure 5. Active Channel Screen Menu Options To enter the Menu Options page, press the MENU Button on either the remote control or the main unit. The Main Menu list will appear on the screen (see Figure 6). Using the Rotary/Select Knob, highlight the option you wish to adjust, turning CW scrolls DOWN and CCW will scroll UP through the various menus and lists. The current selection from the list will be highlighted on the display.
Menu Options 18 MENU FM Frequency Brightness + Contrast Backlight Timer Audio Level Figure 6.
The following Frequency Setting adjustments are possible only when using the Xpress XM receiver in your vehicle. NOTE: The Xpress XM receiver has an internal FM Modulator, which allows you to play the audio through any standard vehicle FM receiver. In certain urban areas of the country where strong FM stations may overpower the Xpress XM receiver FM transmitted signal, an FM direct adapter may be needed to achieve a clean audio signal (Part Number XMFM-1) in your vehicle.
Menu Options 20 Figure 7. FM OFF Screen The selected frequency must be an unused frequency or a frequency used by a low powered FM station in your area. If not, the strong signal from the FM station may overpower the Xpress XM receiver FM transmitted signal which may result in interference. Finding an FM frequency at http://xmradio.com/fmlocator If you choose to use the FM modulator to listen to XM in your vehicle, you will need to find a suitable FM frequency in order to get the best sound.
Sample Search Results for Major US Markets: City: Zip Code: New York City Los Angeles Chicago Houston Washington, DC FM Channels: 10199 90052 60607 77201 20090 88.5, 99.1, 89.1, 88.1, 92.9, 91.9, 95.1 101.5, 107.9 90.7, 91.1 95.1, 97.3 97.7, 98.1 With the FM Frequency highlighted, press the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select button on the remote control to confirm the selection (see Figure 8). Figure 8.
Menu Options 22 Brightness + Contrast This feature allows the user to adjust the brightness and contrast of the unit’s display (see Figure 9). Upon entering either the brightness or contrast adjustment mode, a horizontal bar graph is displayed with a minus (-) sign on the left and a plus (+) on the right. Use the Rotary/ Select Knob to highlight the contrast or the brightness adjustment. Once the desired adjustment is highlighted, press the Rotary/Select Knob to enter the adjustment mode.
Figure 9. Brightness and Contrast Screen Backlight Timer The Backlight Timer feature allows the user to set the amount of time the display backlight is turned on, or the period before the display darkens, provided no other button has been pressed during the selected time-out interval; time increments of 10, 20, and 30 seconds are presented for selection at your discretion. This user-friendly option subdues the display during sleep hours or other particular periods.
Menu Options 24 ROTATE DIAL TO CHANGE Always On 10 Seconds 20 Seconds 30 Seconds Figure 10. Backlight Timer Options If the desired backlight time is 20 seconds, turn the Rotary/Select knob CW to scroll down through the timer selections until 20 Seconds is highlighted (Figure 10); then press the Rotary/Select knob. The selection will appear as shown in Figure 11. BACKLIGHT TIMER SET 20 Seconds Set Figure 11.
Audio Level This feature allows the user to set the audio output signal level (see Figure 12). Upon entering the audio level mode, a horizontal bar graph is displayed with a minus (-) sign on the left and a plus (+) on the right. Use the Rotary/Select Knob to adjust the audio level. When the Rotary/ Select Knob is turned CW the audio level signal is increased. When the Rotary/Select Knob is turned CCW the audio level signal is decreased.
Menu Options 26 Antenna Aiming (Home Installation) This feature allows the user to aim the antenna to optimize XM signal reception (see Figure 13). Upon entering the antenna aiming mode, a horizontal bar graph is displayed with a minus (-) sign on the left and a plus (+) on the right. The horizontal bar graphs represent the repeater signal and satellite transmission signal strength. Position the antenna to optimize either the satellite or terrestrial signal.
Turn the Rotary/Select Knob CW or CCW to highlight choice Direct Tune “On” or Direct Tune “Off”. When the desired setting is highlighted, press the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select Button on the remote control to confirm (see Figure 14). The direct tune function when enabled (ON), allows the user to manually tune to a channel using the Rotary/Select Knob or the remote control UP and DOWN buttons.
Menu Options 28 Search Mode This feature allows the user to change the way the search button on the Xpress XM receiver functions. The Search button can be set to search categories, to scan through all presets (A, B, C) or all available channels. Upon entering this mode, two options are displayed “Search by Category” and “Search by Scanning” (see Figure 15). Use the Rotary/ Select Knob or the UP and DOWN buttons on the Remote Control to switch between the options.
The Channel Skip/Add function provides the ability to skip over certain channels when using the Rotary/Select Knob or the UP and DOWN buttons on the Remote Control. Upon entering this mode, a channel list is displayed with the current channel in play highlighted (see Figure 16). In front of each channel is a plus sign (+) signifying that the channel is not skipped or a minus sign (-) signifying the channel is skipped.
Menu Options 30 Memory Recall This feature allows the user to capture and store the current program data information (Artist & Song title) with up to 20 listings (20 Artist/Song Title combinations) (see Figure 17). Press and release the memory (mem) button to save the information of the current song or program. The Xpress XM receiver can hold up to 20 entries, after which any new information that is saved will replace the oldest entry in memory.
Menu Options Figure 18. Tune Select Screen Tune Select This feature allows the user to store current program information (Artist and Song title) for future comparison against the incoming XM signal. The Xpress XM receiver can hold up to 20 entries, after which any new information saved will replace the oldest entry in memory. To store a song or artist, press and hold the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select Button on the remote control until the unit emits a confirmation tone.
Menu Options 32 Figure 19. Tune Select Erase All Screen Tune Select Erase Some To delete individual and multiple artists/song titles from the Tune Select list use the Rotary/Select Knob or the UP and DOWN buttons on the remote control to choose the Artist name or Song title (see Figure 20). Press the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select Button on the remote to mark the Artist or Song title for removal from the Tune Select list. Press menu to delete marked items and exit the mode. Figure 20.
This feature enables the Xpress XM receiver to search all other XM channels for stored content by song title. Use the Rotary/Select Knob or the UP and DOWN buttons on the remote control and select the “Select by Song”. Press the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select Button on the remote to confirm the selection (see Figure 21). Figure 21. Select by Song Confirmation Screen Select By Artist This feature enables the Xpress XM receiver to search all other XM channels stored content by artist title.
Menu Options 34 Figure 22. Select by Artist Confirmation Screen Stock Ticker This feature allows the user to monitor various stocks. The Xpress XM receiver can monitor up to 20 stock symbols. Use the Rotary/Select Knob or the remote control UP and DOWN buttons to select “Add Stocks” or “Erase Stocks” (see Figure 23). Press the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select Button on the remote control to confirm your selection. Figure 23.
Two screens will appear “Please Wait” and “Enter Symbol” (see Figure 24). When the “Enter Symbol” screen appears use the Rotary/Select Knob or the remote control UP and DOWN buttons to select each letter in the stock symbol. Press the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select Button on the remote control to confirm each letter of the symbol. NOTE: The Xpress XM receiver will sometimes complete the entry.
Menu Options 36 Erase Stock This feature allows the user to erase Stock Tickers individually or all together (see Figure 25). Use the Rotary/Select Knob or the UP or DOWN buttons on the remote control to highlight the desired action, and press the Rotary/Select Knob or (XM) Select Button on the remote control to confirm the selection. Figure 25.
This feature allows the user to erase Stock Tickers individually (see Figure 27). Use the Rotary Select Knob or the Up and Down buttons on the Remote Control to confirm the deletion. The stock will be immediately removed. To exit this function, press the Menu button to revert to the previously active screen (Figure 5). A message will appear on the screen “Stock List Changes Saved”. Figure 27.
To select the various sports available use the Rotary/Select Knob or the Up and DOWN buttons on the remote control to highlight and choose the desired sport. Press the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select button on the remote control to confirm the selection and have the XM receiver display teams, if available, for the selected category. To select the teams, use the Rotary/Select Knob or UP and DOWN buttons on the remote control to highlight the desired team.
This feature allows the user to personalize the display of the unit to individual preferences. Upon entering Display Screen mode (see Figure 29), the user can adjust the way information is viewed. Use the Rotary/Select Knob or the remote control UP and DOWN buttons to highlight the setting you wish to adjust, then press the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select button on the remote control to confirm the selection. Figure 29.
Menu Options 40 Scrolling Display The Scrolling Display feature allows the user to program the Xpress XM receiver to scroll stock tickers or Info Extras information across the bottom portion of the screen (continuous stream of information). The paging mode feature presents the data one page at a time and is useful when viewing the display at a distance.
The Background Setting feature allows the user to change the color of the characters being displayed to white characters on black (Negative Display) or black characters on a white background (Positive Display). Upon entering Background Setting mode (see Figure 31), use the Rotary/Select Knob or the remote control UP and DOWN buttons to highlight either “Negative Display” or “Positive Display” then press the Rotary/Select Knob or the Remote’s (XM) Select button.
Menu Options 42 Set Clock This feature allows the user to personalize the clock display. The clock data is provided via the XM signal, and is displayed according to the users settings. Use the Rotary/Select Knob or the UP and DOWN buttons on the remote control and highlight one of the three options on the Set Clock Screen (See Figure 32). Press the Rotary/Select Knob or the Remote’s (XM) Select button to set your selection. Refer to the following paragraphs for additional instructions. Figure 32.
This feature is used to set the clock to the Time Zone in which the user resides (see Figure 33). Use the Rotary/Select Knob or the remote control UP and DOWN buttons to highlight the desired time zone. Press the Rotary/Select Knob or the Remote’s (XM) Select button to enter your selection. Acceptance is confirmed by an audio beep and confirmation screen. Figure 33.
Menu Options 44 12/24 Hour This feature is used to set the time displayed to either a 12 hour (Default) or 24-hour format (see Figure 34). Use the Rotary/Select Knob or the remote control UP and DOWN buttons to highlight either “12 hour Clock” or “24 Hour Clock” then press the Rotary/Select Knob or the Remote’s (XM) Select button to enter your selection. Acceptance is confirmed by an audio beep and confirmation screen. Figure 34.
This feature allows the user to enable or disable Daylight Savings Time (see Figure 35). Use the Rotary/Select Knob or the remote control UP and DOWN buttons to highlight either “Standard” or “Daylight Savings” then press the Rotary/Select Knob or the Remote’s (XM) Select button to enter your selection. Acceptance is confirmed by an audio beep and confirmation screen. Figure 35.
Menu Options 46 Auto-On The Xpress XM receiver is configured to shut down when the vehicle is shut OFF or power is disconnected. By default, when the power to the unit is reapplied the user must press the Power button to turn the unit back ON. This feature allows the user to program the Xpress XM receiver to automatically turn ON when the power to the unit is reapplied (much like a vehicle radio).
This feature allows the user to program the Xpress XM receiver to automatically shut OFF if the unit remains in an inactive state for a period of time ranging between 15 Minutes and 3 hours (see Figure 37). There are 6 available settings: · · · · · · 15 Minutes 30 Minutes 45 Minutes 1 Hour 2 Hours 3 Hours This feature is useful in preventing the vehicle battery from draining in cases where the unit is installed with a constant power source.
Menu Options 48 Figure 37. Auto-Off / Sleep Timer Screen Set Factory Defaults This feature allows the user to reset the Xpress XM receiver back to the original factory settings. Upon entering the Factory Default mode, use the Rotary/Select Knob or the UP and DOWN buttons on the remote control to switch between the “No” or “Yes” function.
NOTE: Once “Yes” is selected the change cannot be undone and all user personal settings will be lost. NO YES Figure 38. Setting Factory Defaults Screen Exit Menu To exit the menu options rotate the Rotary/Select Knob CW or press the down arrow on the remote control to highlight “Exit Menu”. Press the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select button on the remote control to confirm the selection.
Menu Options 50 Search Button The Search button provides the ability to search by category or to scan directly through each of the available channels or through each of the presets (A, B, C) depending how the button is setup (see Search Mode section for setup instructions). When the Xpress XM receiver is set to “Search by Category”, each press of the Search button will advance through all available categories.
Menu Options Figure 40. Scanning Search Screen Memory This feature allows the user to program into memory favorite song titles, artist names and channel information. To make an entry, press the memory (mem.) button and a “Saved in Memory” confirmation screen will appear (see Figure 41). Up to 20 entries can be stored. When 20 entries have been stored any new information that is saved will replace the oldest entry in memory. Figure 41.
Menu Options 52 To recall the saved information, press and hold the memory (mem.) button for three (3) seconds and the MEMORY RECALL screen will be displayed (see Figure 42). If there is more than one (1) entry in memory, use the Rotary/Select Knob or the remote control UP and DOWN buttons to scroll through all stored entries. To exit this mode, either press the Menu button twice or Jump button once. This mode will also time-out after 10 seconds and return to the active screen. Figure 42.
The numbered buttons (0 through 9) provide the operator with a means of selecting channels by entering the channel number when the unit is set to DIRECT, or selecting preassigned channels when the unit is set to operate in PRESET (A, B, C). Direct When the unit is set to operate in this mode, channel selection can be accomplished by entering its number directly. (e.g., to select #23, press 23.) The unit will display the following screen and change to the desired channel 2 seconds later. Figure 43.
Turning Xpress Off / Remote Control 54 Turning Xpress OFF To turn the Xpress XM receiver OFF, press the power button on the Xpress XM receiver or on the remote control. The following screen will appear, the curved lines on either side of the XM logo gradually disappear and the unit will shut down. Figure 44. Exit Screen Remote Control Remote Control Features The wireless remote control supplied with the Xpress XM receiver is capable of operating most of the features from a remote location.
Remote Control (+) Button (-) Button Figure 45. Xpress Receiver Remote Control Menu Button (menu) – The MENU button is used to access “Main Menu” options which allows the user to make feature function adjustments and set personal preferences. Upon entering the main menu mode, use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight the desired function. Press the (XM) SELECT button to confirm the selection.
Remote Control 56 Select Button (XM) – This button is used to confirm a desired channel/ category selection and various menu options. This button is also used to program the ARTIST/SONG into the Tune Select feature by pressing and holding for two (2) seconds (see Tune Select). Mute Button (mute) – This button is used to mute and un-mute the selected audio. Jump Button (jump) – This button allows the user to jump from the current channel to a previous channel (i.e.
Search Button (search) – Depressing the search button will cause the unit to initiate a search based on the search mode stored in the unit. Channel Up Button – This button is used to scroll through upper channels in the channel list as well as navigate to the next higher line in a list of menu options. Channel Down Button – This button is used to scroll through lower channels in the channel list as well as navigate to the next lower line in a list of menu options.
Care and Cleaning 58 Care and Cleaning • Keep the unit away from excessive moisture or where it may get wet. • It is strongly recommended that the unit be installed and kept away from heat sources or direct sunlight. • When cleaning, use only a soft, dry cloth. • Never use any chemicals, abrasives, solvents, alcohol based cleaning solutions or ammonia. • Always operate the unit where air can circulate completely around the unit.
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Specification 60 Specifications Audio Output 3.5mm Diameter Min-Stereo Jack AUX (Audio) Input 3.5mm Diameter Min-Stereo Jack Power Supply: 5 Volt, 2 Amp Maximum, Negative Ground,DC Input. CAUTION: Use only the Audiovox approved adapter specified in the kit for the Xpress XM® Satellite Radio Receiver, or the unit could be severely damaged. Antenna 1 RF SMB Connector Dimensions H X W X D 2.44 Inches X 4.44 Inches X 1.22 Inches (62.0mm) X (112.7mm) X (31.
AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, 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.
Warranty 62 12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY (Continued) THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY UNDER THIS 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 WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY.
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