Congratulations Thank you for purchasing the Audiovox Xpress XM® Satellite Receiver. 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.
FCC Information NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Table of Contents Congratulations ................................................................................ 2 FCC Information ............................................................................... 3 Table of Contents .............................................................................. 4 List of Illustrations ............................................................................ 6 Xpress System Components ............................................................
Table of Contents (Cont) Stock Ticker ............................................................................................ 33 Add Stock ........................................................................................... 34 Erase Stock ........................................................................................ 35 Erase All Stock ................................................................................... 35 Erase Some Stock .................................................
List of Illustrations Figure 1. Your Receiver 8-Character Alphanumeric ID .................................... 11 Figure 2. Xpress Receiver Unit ....................................................................... 12 Figure 3. Xpress Receiver Unit Display Screen .............................................. 15 Figure 4. XM and Audiovox Logos Power ON Screen ................................. 17 Figure 5. Active Channel Screen .....................................................................
List of Illustrations (Cont) Figure 24. Add Stock Screen .......................................................................... 34 Figure 25. Erase Stock Screen ....................................................................... 35 Figure 26. Erase All Stock Screen .................................................................. 35 Figure 27. Erase Some Stock Screen ............................................................. 36 Figure 28. Info Extra Screen .......................................
Xpress System Components XM® Receiver Model Xpress Remote Control Unit Part Number 136-4042 3 Vdc Battery for Remote, (1) CR2032 8
Introduction The Audiovox Xpress XM® unit processes the XM satellite signals received by the externally mounted antenna (purchased separately for Home or Boom Box Kits). The Xpress XM® unit recognizes and decodes the incoming XM program information and provides an audio signal to your radio or other audio output equipment.
Getting Started 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® unit 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 Hardware ID handy.
Please check your 8-character alphanumeric XM® ID code carefully. There is no “I” (eye), “o” (oh), “S” or “F” used. You may wish to double check your ID code on the outside of your tuner box. Enter the ID code below: 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® unit. Call-in Activation Process Call XM® at 1-800-XM RADIO (1-800-967-2346).
The Audiovox Xpress XM® unit 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.
Controls Receiver Control Features Display Button - This button allows the user to choose one of four (4) different formats to present 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.
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® unit. This button is also the Xpress XM® unit’s receiver eye (IR). Memory Button (mem.) - This button allows the user to capture and store the current program data information (Artist & Song Title).
Display Screen Features - Shown to the right is an example of an active Display Screen (see Figure 3). Pressing the DISPLAY button from the Default display switches between the artist name/song title screen, artist name/song title with stock screen, artist name/song title with sports screen, or large letter format. When the letter size changes, the field will scroll. This feature is useful when viewing the display at a distance.
Basic Operation With the Xpress XM® unit 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® unit 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.
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.
The following options are available: • • • • • • • • • FM Frequency Brightness + Contrast Backlight Timer Audio Level Antenna Aiming Direct Tune Search Mode Channel Skip/Add Memory Recall • • • • • • • • • TuneSelect Stock Ticker Info Extras Display Screen Mode Set Clock Auto-On Auto-Off / Sleep Timer Set Factory Defaults Exit Menu While in the menu screen function, if a button is not pressed within 12-seconds from the previously selected function, the unit exits the menu screen function and reverts to
FM Frequency The following Frequency Setting adjustments are possible only when using the Xpress XM® unit in your vehicle. NOTE: The Xpress XM® unit has an internal wireless FM transmitter, which allows you to play the audio through any standard vehicle FM receiver, eliminating the need for hardwire connections.
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® unit FM transmitted signal which may result in interference. 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.
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.
NOTE: When the Receiver is to be used in battery-operated accessories, such as the Xpress Boom Box (XMB10), to maximize battery life, it is suggested that the brightness setting be reduced to a minimal level. Figure 9.
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.
As a result, the display backlight will turn off 20 seconds after this selection is entered, provided no other button is pressed in the meantime. 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.
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.
Direct Tune 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 station using the Rotary/Select Knob or the remote control UP and DOWN buttons.
Search Mode This feature allows the user to change the way the search button on the Xpress XM® unit 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.
Channel Skip/Add 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.
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 broadcast song or program. The Xpress XM® unit can hold up to 20 entries, after which any new information that is saved will replace the oldest entry in memory.
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® unit 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.
“Yes or No” (see Figure 19). Press the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select Button on the remote control to confirm the selection. 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).
Select By-Song This feature enables the Xpress XM® unit to search incoming XM® broadcast 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® unit to search incoming XM® broadcast stored content by artist title.
Figure 22. Select by Artist Confirmation Screen Stock Ticker This feature allows the user to monitor various stocks . The Xpress XM® unit can monitor up to 20 stock symbols. Use the Rotary/Select Knob or the remote control up 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.
Add Stock 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 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® unit will sometimes complete the entry.
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.
Erase Some Stock 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 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 unit 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.
Display Screen Mode 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.
Scrolling Display The Scrolling Display feature allows the user to program the Xpress XM® unit to scroll stock tickers or Info Extra 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.
Background Mode The Background Setting feature allows the user to change the color of the characters being displayed to white characters on black (Negative) 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.
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.
Time Zone This feature is used 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.
12/24 Hour This feature is used to set the time displayed to either a 12-hour(Default) or 24-hour format (see Figure 32). 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.
Savings Selection This feature allows the user to enable or disable Daylight Savings Time (see Figure 33). 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.
Auto-On The Xpress XM® unit 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® unit to automatically turn ON when the power to the unit is reapplied (much like a vehicle radio).
Auto-Off / Sleep Timer This feature allows the user to program the Xpress XM® unit 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.
Figure 37. Auto-Off / Sleep Timer Screen Set Factory Defaults This feature allows the user to reset the Xpress XM® unit 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.
If yes is selected all of the users preset settings are erased and the unit returns to the original factory default settings. A second and third screen will appear to confirm the selection (see Figure 38). NOTE: Once Yes is selected the change cannot be undone and all user personal settings will be lost. NO YES Figure 38.
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. 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).
Figure 39. Category Search Screen Figure 40.
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.
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. Memory Selection Screens Pre.
Numbered Buttons 0-9 The numbered buttons (0 through 9) provide the operator with a means of selecting stations by entering the station number when the unit is set to DIRECT, or selecting preassigned stations when the unit is set to operate in PRESET (A, B, C). Direct When the unit is set to operate in this mode, station selection can be accomplished by entering its number directly. (e.g., to select station #23, press 23.
Turning The Xpress Unit OFF To turn the Xpress XM® unit OFF, press the power button on the unit 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® unit is capable of operating most of the features from a remote location.
(+) 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.
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 7). 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., switch between current and previous channel).
When in any of the three preset banks, momentarily pressing any of the number buttons will recall the stored channel. In the Direct (Dir) mode, use the number buttons to directly enter the desired channel number. Search Button (search) – Depressing the Search button will cause the unit to initiate a search based on the search mode stored in the unit.
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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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.
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, 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.
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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