Xpress® Satellite Radio Receiver XMC10 Car Cradle Installation Guide -1- Released: 9-15-05 128-7472 1 of 16
CONTENTS Congratulations ........................................................................................ 3 Cautions and Warnings ............................................................................ 4 Contents XMC10 ...................................................................................... 5 Accessory Kit ............................................................................... 5 Installation/Wiring Precautions ...............................................................
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 entertainment.
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.
Contents XMC10 Install Manual (P/N 1287472) Antenna (P/N 118-1133) CLA Female Socket (P/N 154-1132) Swivel Bracket (P/N 136-4048) OPTIONAL Audio Cable (P/N SAT-RCA) 1 pc. 1 pc. 1 pc. Cradle XMC10 (P/N 136-4041) ACCESSORY KIT 1 pc. Alcohol Cleaning Pad, Surface Cleaning Pad, Instruction Sheet, Antenna Cable Exit Plug 12 Volt-to-5 Volt DC Power Adapter (P/N 112-3456) FM Direct Adapter P/N XMFM-1 (P/N 170-0054) 1 pc. 1 pc. 1 pc.
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. 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.
Interconnect Diagram NOTE: 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. 2. THE FM TRANSMITTER OPTION MUST BE SET TO ”FM ON” IN THE XPRESS XM USER MENU. (REFER TO THE OWNER’S MANUAL, PUBLICATION NO.128-7454.) XMC10 CRADLE (LEFT SIDE VIEW) AUX AUDIO INPUT TO AUDIO OUTPUT OF EXTERNAL PLAYBACK DEVICE.
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/ cassetteoperational displays. the bracket using a portable hair dryer, or by holding the backing surface in front of a vehicle heater vent. e.
SWIVEL ADJUSTMENT SCREW VERTICAL MOUNTING CONFIGURATION 3. Using Other Manufacturer’s Mounts SIDE (HORIZONTAL) MOUNTING CONFIGURATION The XMC10 Cradle can also be installed using other manufacturer’s mounts; the mounting plate provisions on the rear and bottom of the cradle provideyou with two mounting options within the vehicle using various vehicle-specific aftermarket brackets. 4.
RECEIVER NOTCH 5. Connection Options The Xpress Receiver and Cradle provide an audio output signal in three ways: Xpress XM 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.
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.
7. Mounting the Vehicle Antenna 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: s. seek 001 p. tu ne C han nel N am e A rtist S o ng C ateg ory 12:00P A -1 JU MP Xpress SYSTEM (TYPICAL) a. Plug the antenna into the ANT connector on the back of the cradle. b. Place the antenna at the preferred location on the roof or trunk surface.
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.
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.
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.
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