User Manual XM-RVR-FM-001 Warning: This manual contains important safety and operating information. Please read and follow the instructions in this manual. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or damage to your XMCommander or to your vehicle.
Welcome Thank you for purchasing an XMCommander Satellite Radio FM Modulator and Receiver System. Your XMCommander gives you access to over 100 XM Satellite Radio channels of music, news, and information.* Your XMCommander must be used with the enclosed connecting devices to ensure maximum performance and safety. Professional installation is highly recommended. *XM subscription required for reception. Not available in Alaska or Hawaii. About XM One big idea can change everything.
2 section 1 Getting Started: Activating XMCommander To quickly begin enjoying XM Satellite Radio, follow these simple steps: 1. Set up your XMCommander using the instructions in the installation guide or with the help of a professional installer. 2. Press the power button to turn the XMCommander on and verify that it is playing Channel 1, the XM Preview Channel. 3. Select Channel 0. The receiver’s eight-character XM Satellite Radio ID number will appear on the display.
3 section 2 XMCommander Controls Figure 1. XMCommander Control keys Power button Enter button Tuning wheel Number keys The XMCommander unit has a power button, two control buttons, tuning wheel, enter button and 10 number keys. Turns the XMCommander on or off. The display/menu button toggles between three display options: 1. Channel name, channel number, and artist name 2. Channel name, channel number, and song name 3.
4 section 2 XMCommander Remote Control Figure 2. XMCommander Remote Control. Turns the XMCommander on or off. Highlights different channel/menu options on the screen. The enter button is used in selecting channels and menu options. Press and hold to activate TuneSelectTM feature. Locates channels by various scanning methods. Switches between DIRECT entry, Preset A, Preset B and Preset C. Reverts to channel played prior to current selection.
5 section 2 XMCommander Display Screen While tuned to an XM channel, the XMCommander default display contains information about that channel and the XMCommander settings. See figure 3. Your XMCommander display can be customized. See page 7. Figure 3. XMCommander display screens.
6 section 3 Basic Operations Turning XMCommander On and Off Press to power the unit on or off. When first turned on, the receiver will automatically tune in to the last channel listened to and recall the previous settings. Basic Channel Selection Select a channel by number 1. Verify that XMCommander is in DIRECT entry mode. DIRECT should appear in the upper right corner of the display. If A, B or C appears, press until the display says DIRECT. 2. Enter channel number using the number keys.
7 section 3 Basic Operations Menu Commands and Settings Select Channel by Category (remote control) Press and hold enters the menu section of XMCommander. Here, you can change each of the following options using the tuning wheel or on remote and pressing to select the highlighted option. Following are the settings that can be changed: On the remote control, press either of the category keys to enter category search. 1.
8 section 4 Special Features TuneSelect™ — New Feature! TuneSelect is a new XM feature which allows you to “tag” up to 15 songs you like and have your XM Radio alert you when any of those songs is playing on a different channel. Activating TuneSelect To activate TuneSelect, press and hold the ENTER button at anytime during the playing of a particular song.
9 section 5 Reference Taking Care of Your XMCommander (Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury or damage to your XMCommander or to your vehicle.) • Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the outside of your XMCommander and any peripherals. • Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives. • Do not allow liquids to spill on the unit. • Do not use sprays near your XMCommander.
10 section 5 Troubleshooting Your XMCommander is designed and built to provide you with trouble-free performance without the need for service. If it does not appear to be functioning correctly, please make sure all connectors are properly attached and follow these troubleshooting steps: If you see this on the display: You should: NO SIGNAL Cause: The XM signal is being blocked. The message should disappear as soon as you move out of an obstructed area such as an indoor garage.
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