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Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety and Care Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 What’s in the Box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Portable Speaker Dock Controls and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction 5
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the SiriusXM Portable Speaker Dock for Sirius, XM, and SiriusXM Dock & Play Radios and XMp3 Radios. The SiriusXM Portable Speaker Dock lets you enjoy your favorite programming at home or at the office, the patio, park, or anywhere in between. ~ Compatible with these Sirius Radios: Sportster 5, Starmate 3, 4, 5, and 8, and Stratus 4, 5, and 6. ~ Compatible with these XM Radios: Onyx, Xpress RCi, XpressRC, XpressR, Xpress, XpressEZ, XMp3i®, and Pioneer XMp3.
Safety and Care Information IMPORTANT! Always read and understand all the instructions to avoid injury to yourself and/or damage to your device. Sirius XM Radio Inc. disclaims all responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdown, repair, or other causes. ~ Do not expose to extreme temperatures above 140°F (60°C) or below -4°F (-20°C). ~ Do not expose to moisture. Do not use device near or in water. Do not touch the device with wet hands. ~ Do not let any foreign matter spill into device.
Introduction WARNING! ~ Opening the case may result in electric shock. ~ Make sure that you insert the Home Power Adapter’s plug all the way into the outlet. ~ Insert the Radio into the Portable Speaker Dock only when the Portable Speaker Dock is off. Cleaning DANGER! Unplug the Home Power Adapter and/or remove the batteries during cleaning to avoid any electrical shock hazard. Clean the hard surfaces of the Portable Speaker Dock with optical-grade microchamois or microfiber cloth.
What’s in the Box? power volume Radio Dock Adapters aux in XM/SXM1 (Pre-installed) SXM2 SiriusXM BB2 Portable Speaker Dock XMp3 SIRIUS Radio Connector Module A (Pre-installed) Radio Connector Module B mute select band/ fav memo/ info menu display Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna Home Power Adapter Power Cord Remote Control 9
Introduction Portable Speaker Dock Controls and Connections Front View power volume aux in Radio Dock Connector Connector for your Radio. (Interchangeable for different model Radios.) Radio Dock Adapter Provides alignment and support for your Radio. (Interchangeable for different model Radios.) Volume/Mute Control Sliding a finger in a circular motion on the volume control increases or decreases the volume level. Pressing twice mutes the audio and a circle of blue lights will flash while muted.
Rear View Antenna Storage Storage area for the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna. antenna 14V DC Antenna Connection Connection for the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna. Antenna Cable Storage Storage area for the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna cable. 14V DC Power Connection Connection for the Home Power Adapter. Battery Compartment Requires 8 C size alkaline batteries (sold separately). Side View Bottom View Aux In Connection for audio from an external device. aux in Headphones Connection for headphones.
Introduction Remote Control Functions The functions of the Remote Control are dependent upon the Radio you are using. Please consult the User Guide which accompanied your Radio for specific features. Power Button Turns Radio on and off. Select Button Press to confirm selection of highlighted items in a menu or list; for Sirius radios, when not in a menu or list, press first before entering the channel number, to directly tune to a channel. Pause and Replay Buttons Pause, rewind, and replay live radio.
Remote Control Battery Replacement To install the Remote Control battery, turn the Remote Control over and locate and open the battery cover near the bottom edge. While holding the battery at an angle, place the Insert Battery battery in the compartment with the “+” Side Up Remove + side of the battery facing up. Then Cover press the battery down and into the battery compartment. Replace the + cover.
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Installation There are several steps to setting up your Portable Speaker Dock. Let’s begin with identifying the correct Radio Dock Adapter and Radio Connector Module for your particular Radio.
Combination 1: Radio Dock Adapter SXM1 & Radio Connector Module A Edge Radio Dock Adapter XM/SXM1 (Pre-Installed) menu fm 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 # Top View jump Onyx XM SXM1 menu XM/SXM1 FM jump Bottom View + Radio Connector Module A Top View 1 = 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 direct XpressRCi & XpressRC (Pre-installed) XpressR Xpress lay s ea rc h disp men u mem . Notes: 1.
Installation Combination 2: Radio Dock Adapter SXM2 & Radio Connector Module B Radio Dock Adapter SXM2 Top View SXM2 SXM2 Lynx Bottom View + = Radio Connector Module B Top View Notes: 1. You will need to remove the XM/SXM1 Radio Dock Adapter. 2. You will need to remove Radio Connector Module A. 3. You will need to install Radio Connector Module B. 4. You will need to install the SXM2 Radio Dock Adapter.
Combination 3: Radio Dock Adapter XMp3i & Radio Connector Module A Radio Dock Adapter XMp3i Top View XMp3 XMp3 XMp3i XMP3 Bottom View + = Radio Connector Module A Top View (Pre-installed) Notes: 1. You will need to remove the pre-installed XM/SXM1 Radio Dock Adapter. 2. You will need to install the XMp3i Radio Dock Adapter. 3. Radio Connector Module A is pre-installed; you do not need to install it.
Installation Combination 4: Radio Dock Adapter SIRIUS & Radio Connector Module A Sportster 5 Radio Dock Adapter SIRIUS Top View SIRIUS Stratus, & Stratus 4, 5, 6 SIRIUS Bottom View sel menu jump + = Starmate 3, 4, 5 Radio Connector Module A Top View (Pre-installed) Starmate 8 menu FM jump 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 direct Notes: 1. You will need to remove the pre-installed XM/SXM1 Radio Dock Adapter. 2. You will need to install the SIRIUS Radio Dock Adapter. 3.
Step 2: Install the Radio Connector Module and Radio Dock Adapter In this step, you will install the Radio Connector Module, if necessary, and Radio Dock Adapter, according to the combination for your Radio which you determined from the previous step. ~ Combination 1: Skip this step. The adapter and module are already installed in the Portable Speaker Dock.
Installation STEP 2A: Removal of the Radio Dock Adapter The Radio Dock Adapters are constructed from precision molded plastic. During removal, extra care must be taken to not bend, force, or otherwise stress the adapter. Remove the Radio Dock Adapter from the Portable Speaker Dock by placing a coin, or your fingernail, into the slot at the back of the adapter, and pulling it up.
STEP 2B: Removal and Installation of the Radio Connector Module This step applies only to Combination 2. For all other combinations, skip ahead to step 2C on page 26. a. Turn the Portable Speaker Dock upside down, and locate the Radio Connector Module Lock. b. While grasping the Portable Speaker Dock as shown, place a small coin into the center slot on the lock and turn the lock counterclockwise to unlock the Radio Connector Module.
Installation c. Turn the Portable Speaker Dock upright. Place a finger in each of the finger recesses in the Radio Connector Module, grasp, and gently pull the module straight up and out of the Portable Speaker Dock. Finger Recess Finger Recess Radio Connector Module Top View d. Insert the Radio Connector Module B into the dock as shown.
e. Keeping your hand on the module to prevent it from falling out, turn the dock upside down again. f. Place the coin into the center slot on the lock again, and turn the lock clockwise to lock the Radio Connector Module into the dock. Turn the dock upright again.
Installation STEP 2C: Installation of the Radio Dock Adapter The Radio Dock Adapters are constructed from precision molded plastic. During installation, extra care must be taken to not bend, force, or otherwise stress the adapter. Place the Radio Dock Adapter for your Radio into the dock. Take care to align the tabs on the underside of the adapter with the corresponding receptacles on the Portable Speaker Dock, so as not bend or break these tabs. Gently press the adapter into the dock until it is seated.
Step 3: Install the Batteries or the Home Power Adapter The Portable Speaker Dock can operate either on batteries or by using the Home Power Adapter if you are near an outlet. To use your Portable Speaker Dock on-the-go with batteries: 1. Open the battery compartment on the bottom of the Portable Speaker Dock. Insert 8 C size alkaline batteries in the battery compartment. 2. Replace the battery cover.
To use your Portable Speaker Dock with the Home Power Adapter: 1. Plug the Home Power Adapter into the connector labeled 14V DC at the rear of the Portable Speaker Dock. 2. Plug the other end of the Home Power Adapter into a standard wall outlet.
Step 4: Insert the Radio into the Portable Speaker Dock 1. Be sure the Portable Speaker Dock is powered off. power volume aux in 2. Align the Radio with the Radio Dock Adapter. 3. Once aligned, gently press the Radio down, so that it slides down the back of the Radio Dock Adapter and onto the connector, and is fully seated in the Portable Speaker Dock. Step 5: Turn the Portable Speaker Dock and Radio On 1.
Installation Step 6: Install and Connect the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna First, plug the antenna cable into the antenna connector at the left rear. Next, wrap the antenna cable into the storage area. Then, place the antenna into the storage area at the rear of the Portable Speaker Dock. Align the mounting holes on the bottom of the antenna with the 4 mounting brackets on the rear of the Portable Speaker Dock.
view of the sky, such as trees, bridges, buildings, etc. If the reception is not good, then remove the antenna and position it facing south. Not sure which way is south? Think about where the sun rises (in the east) and sets (in the west). Then stand so that east is to your left and you’ll be facing south. Using Your Portable Speaker Dock Indoors If you are using the Portable Speaker Dock indoors try experimenting with the antenna to get a feel for the reception in your location.
Installation that is facing due south. Not sure which way is south? Think about where the sun rises (in the east) and sets (in the west). Then stand so that east is to your left and you’ll be facing south. Is there a window in the direction you’re facing? Move the antenna closer to the window.
you receive a consistent signal, or placing the antenna in a window is not a practical solution for you, BETTER reception can be achieved by placing the antenna outside on a window ledge, porch, table, or patio. The location you choose should provide the antenna with a clear view of the southern sky. SOFFIT If none of the previous solutions work for you, then the BEST reception can be achieved by mounting the antenna outdoors on a wall or soffit, with a clear view of the southern sky.
Installation To mount the antenna, you will need four screws (sold separately) with a 1/4” head (e.g., a #4 screw), and that are suitable for the material onto which you are affixing the antenna, (e.g., wood, metal, etc.). The screws should be spaced 1-3/8” apart horizontally and 1-1/8” vertically. Refer to the “Indoor/ Outdoor Home Antenna Template” on page 50. 1-3/8 in 1-1/8 in Once you have found a suitable location for the antenna, route the antenna cable to the Portable Speaker Dock.
The Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna’s reception can also be tweaked by opening or closing the antenna clamshell, and turning the antenna. While observing the signal strength, make small adjustments to the angle of tilt of the clamshell until the highest possible signal strength is achieved. If you have not wall-mounted the antenna, turn the antenna slightly to the right or left and observe if the signal strength increases.
Installation Step 7: Adjust the Audio Level If your Radio has an Audio Level or Line Out Level adjustment feature in its Settings menu, when docked in the Portable Speaker Dock, you should set this level to the maximum volume that does not cause distorted sound. This will maximize the audio quality. Refer to the User Guide which accompanied your Radio for instructions on how to set the level. Some Radios do not have this adjustment available when docked in the Portable Speaker Dock.
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Using Your Portable Speaker Dock Adjusting the Volume The volume of the Portable Speaker Dock is adjusted by dragging your finger clockwise and counterclockwise around the volume control. As you adjust the volume, an inner circle of blue lights will light to confirm you are adjusting the volume. The outer circle of blue lights indicates the volume level. power volume aux in The audio can be muted by pressing the volume control twice.
Listening with Headphones You can listen to the Portable Speaker Dock with your headphones. Plug the headphones into the Headphone connector on the left side of the Portable Speaker Dock. Use the volume control on the Portable Speaker Dock to control the volume of the headphones. The Portable Speaker Dock’s speakers are muted when the headphones are plugged in.
Using Your Portable Speaker Dock Playing Other Devices Through Your Portable Speaker Dock The Portable Speaker Dock also has an Aux In connector on the left side for connecting MP3 players, CD players, or other audio devices using an Aux In Cable (sold separately). When you plug a device into the Aux In connector, press and hold the Aux In button on the top of the Portable Speaker Dock until the Aux In light is on, to switch from radio mode to Aux In mode.
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Troubleshooting Your Portable Speaker Dock has been designed and built to be trouble-free, but if you experience a problem, try this: ~ Check that all connections are firm and secure. ~ Make sure you have connected the Portable Speaker Dock as described in this User Guide. Verify that the power receptacle is working. If you see this on the screen: Try this: Acquiring Signal ~ Aim the antenna south. Not sure which way is south? Think about where the sun rises (in the east) and sets (in the west).
If this happens: Try this: Portable Speaker Dock does not function as described in this User Guide ~ Reset the Portable Speaker Dock by unplugging the Home Power Adapter and removing the batteries. Wait one minute, then install the batteries and connect the Home Power Adapter.
Troubleshooting If this happens: Try this: No sound from the Portable Speaker Dock speakers ~ The volume level is too low. Increase the volume by sweeping your finger in a clockwise direction on the Volume control. ~ Headphones are connected to the Portable Speaker Dock. Disconnect the headphones. ~ An audio device is connected to the Aux In connection and is not producing sound. Press and hold the Aux In button to select audio output from the Radio. ~ Make sure that the Radio is not muted.
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Product Specifications System Power Requirements Operating Power Frequency Response 14V DC, or 8 C size alkaline batteries -13°F ~ 158°F (-25°C ~ 70°C) 15W RMS per channel (max) 60 Hz – 20KHz Portable Speaker Dock Dimensions Weight Aux-In Connector Antenna Connector Headphones Connector 13.75 in (Width) x 7 in (Height) x 3.75 in (Depth) (350 mm (Width) x 178 mm (Height) x 95 mm (Depth)) 3.9 lbs (1.78 kg) without batteries 1/8 in (3.5 mm) Female SMB Male 1/8 in (3.
FCC Statement The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Sirius XM Radio Inc. can void the user’s authority to operate this device. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna Template 1-3/8” 1-1/8” 50
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What’s in the Box? Portable Speaker Dock Controls and Connections Front View Radio Dock Adapters power volume volume power aux in Radio Dock Connector Connector for your Radio. (Interchangeable for different model Radios.) aux in XM/SXM1 (Pre-installed) Volume/Mute Control Sliding a finger in a circular motion on the volume control increases or decreases the volume level. Pressing twice mutes the audio and a circle of blue lights will flash while muted.
STEP 1: Identify the Radio Dock Adapter and Radio Connector Module Combination for your Radio There are four Radio Dock Adapters included with your Portable Speaker Dock, which are designed to align your particular Radio with the Portable Speaker Dock’s connector, and to provide support for your Radio while it is in the dock. Please note that Radio Dock Adapter XM/SXM1 is pre-installed in the Portable Speaker Dock.
STEP 2: Install the Radio Connector Module and Radio Dock Adapter In this step, you will install the Radio Connector Module, if necessary, and Radio Dock Adapter, according to the combination for your Radio that you determined from the previous step. ~ Combination 1: Skip this step and go to step 3. The adapter and module are already installed in the Portable Speaker Dock.
STEP 3: Install the Batteries or Home Power Adapter STEP 5: Insert Radio and Turn On the Portable Speaker Dock The Portable Speaker Dock can operate on either batteries or by using the Home Power Adapter if you are near an outlet. 1. Be sure the Portable Speaker Dock is powered off. To use your Portable Speaker Dock on-the-go: 1. Open the battery compartment on the bottom of the Portable Speaker Dock. Insert 8 C-cell alkaline batteries in the battery compartment.
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