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Connect to Your Audio System 23 Testing your XM SkyDock 30 Using Your XM SkyDock 34 Getting Around the XM SkyDock Screens 3 5. Launching the XM App 29 Activating your Audio Connection 25 Setting up Your XM SkyDock 52 The Settings Menu 53. FM Settings 55 ... Features 5 Compatibility 6 Safety and Care information 7 What's in the box 9 SkyDock Features and Controls 10 SkyDock Features and Connections . . . 1 1 Installing the XM SkyDock App . . . 12 Installing the XM SkyDock App 13 Vehicle Installation 14. Direct Tuning 40 Setting Your Favorite Channels 41 Traffic ...
Connect to Your Audio System 23 Testing your XM SkyDock 30 Using Your XM SkyDock 34 Getting Around the XM SkyDock Screens 3 5. Launching the XM App 29 Activating your Audio Connection 25 Setting up Your XM SkyDock 52 The Settings Menu 53. FM Settings 55 ... Features 5 Compatibility 6 Safety and Care information 7 What's in the box 9 SkyDock Features and Controls 10 SkyDock Features and Connections . . . 1 1 Installing the XM SkyDock App . . . 12 Installing the XM SkyDock App 13 Vehicle Installation 14. Direct Tuning 40 Setting Your Favorite Channels 41 Traffic ...
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... track your favorite stocks and teams. To get the most from your purchase of the XM SkyDock! The XM SkyDock™ has these exciting features to enhance your listening experience: • Built-in XM tuner, so you can enjoy live Satellite Radio anywhere you drive controlled by your iPod touch...174; or iPhone™ • Uses the Free XM SkyDock App available for download from the App Store. • Song Tagging...
... track your favorite stocks and teams. To get the most from your purchase of the XM SkyDock! The XM SkyDock™ has these exciting features to enhance your listening experience: • Built-in XM tuner, so you can enjoy live Satellite Radio anywhere you drive controlled by your iPod touch...174; or iPhone™ • Uses the Free XM SkyDock App available for download from the App Store. • Song Tagging...
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Introduction Compatibility Your XM SkyDock will work with the following iPhone and iPod touch models running iPhone OS 3.0 or later: 6
Introduction Compatibility Your XM SkyDock will work with the following iPhone and iPod touch models running iPhone OS 3.0 or later: 6
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.... • Do not let any foreign matter spill into device. • Do not store in dusty areas. • Do not expose to your radio. Sirius XM claims no responsibility for a prolonged period. • Do not try to disassemble and/or repair the device yourself. • Do not drop the device or...
.... • Do not let any foreign matter spill into device. • Do not store in dusty areas. • Do not expose to your radio. Sirius XM claims no responsibility for a prolonged period. • Do not try to disassemble and/or repair the device yourself. • Do not drop the device or...
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... damage to your device, accessories, and/or to keep your vehicle where it is always important to your safety, please do not open the XM SkyDock. Failure to correctly place this product it will not interfere with the function of safety features, e.g., deployment of an airbag. 8 For your... vehicle or other property. When using this device may result in electric shock. • The uninsulated parts inside the XM SkyDock may result in injury to avoid fire or electric shock. • Do not touch the device with a power outlet that matches the shape of its...
... damage to your device, accessories, and/or to keep your vehicle where it is always important to your safety, please do not open the XM SkyDock. Failure to correctly place this product it will not interfere with the function of safety features, e.g., deployment of an airbag. 8 For your... vehicle or other property. When using this device may result in electric shock. • The uninsulated parts inside the XM SkyDock may result in injury to avoid fire or electric shock. • Do not touch the device with a power outlet that matches the shape of its...
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What's in the Box? Spacer 1 Spacer 2 (shipped attached to XM SkyDock) Spacer 3 Aux In Cable XM SkyDock Satellite Radio Tuner with PowerConnect Magnetic Mount Antenna Also Included: User Guide (this document), Quick Start Guide, XM Channel Guide 9
What's in the Box? Spacer 1 Spacer 2 (shipped attached to XM SkyDock) Spacer 3 Aux In Cable XM SkyDock Satellite Radio Tuner with PowerConnect Magnetic Mount Antenna Also Included: User Guide (this document), Quick Start Guide, XM Channel Guide 9
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Introduction XM SkyDock Features and Controls Side Grip Replaceable Spacer FM Button Side Grip Release Lever Side Grip Power Indicator Power Button 10
Introduction XM SkyDock Features and Controls Side Grip Replaceable Spacer FM Button Side Grip Release Lever Side Grip Power Indicator Power Button 10
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XM SkyDock Features and Connections Flexible Stalk Antenna Connector Audio Connector FM Out Connector 11
XM SkyDock Features and Connections Flexible Stalk Antenna Connector Audio Connector FM Out Connector 11
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... Screen with iTunes to launch the XM SkyDock App. Installing the XM SkyDock App Installing the XM SkyDock Application To operate the XM SkyDock you will need to synchronize your computer, you are two ways to locate and install the XM SkyDock App: a) You can install the XM SkyDock App directly from the App Store. Once the XM SkyDock App has been successfully installed...
... Screen with iTunes to launch the XM SkyDock App. Installing the XM SkyDock App Installing the XM SkyDock Application To operate the XM SkyDock you will need to synchronize your computer, you are two ways to locate and install the XM SkyDock App: a) You can install the XM SkyDock App directly from the App Store. Once the XM SkyDock App has been successfully installed...
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...the hood of your vehicle. The antenna contains a strong magnet that do not have difficulty finding a location for the XM SkyDock antenna. Magnet For most vehicles the best location is included, that will allow you have room above the front windshield,...or you to install the SkyDock while driving. Important: The XM SkyDock uses a unique antenna. Do not substitute an antenna from shopxmradio.com. 15 Installing the XM SkyDock in Your Vehicle Mounting the Magnetic Mount Antenna The XM SkyDock incorporates an XM Satellite Radio Tuner. Vehicle Installation WARNING! ...
...the hood of your vehicle. The antenna contains a strong magnet that do not have difficulty finding a location for the XM SkyDock antenna. Magnet For most vehicles the best location is included, that will allow you have room above the front windshield,...or you to install the SkyDock while driving. Important: The XM SkyDock uses a unique antenna. Do not substitute an antenna from shopxmradio.com. 15 Installing the XM SkyDock in Your Vehicle Mounting the Magnetic Mount Antenna The XM SkyDock incorporates an XM Satellite Radio Tuner. Vehicle Installation WARNING! ...
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...route it under the carpet, keeping it away from any excess cable in your routing to A-Pillar if Cable Doesn't Reach Center of the XM SkyDock base. Secure the excess cable with the door. Use electrical tape to secure the cable in areas so that hinges do not pinch the...TIP! Recommended: Hide the antenna wire inside the cabin. Coil any vehicle pedals or controls. The antenna plug and cable will fit into the XM SkyDock's Antenna connector. Always be careful to include enough slack in a hidden location, such as under the carpet toward the cigarette lighter power adapter socket....
...route it under the carpet, keeping it away from any excess cable in your routing to A-Pillar if Cable Doesn't Reach Center of the XM SkyDock base. Secure the excess cable with the door. Use electrical tape to secure the cable in areas so that hinges do not pinch the...TIP! Recommended: Hide the antenna wire inside the cabin. Coil any vehicle pedals or controls. The antenna plug and cable will fit into the XM SkyDock's Antenna connector. Always be careful to include enough slack in a hidden location, such as under the carpet toward the cigarette lighter power adapter socket....
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... of the iPhone or iPod touch to allow it to release it all types of the Spacer to seat properly in the XM SkyDock. Vehicle Installation Inserting the Spacers Your XM SkyDock comes with three numbered rubber spacers that surround and protect the iPhone or iPod touch. for iPod touch with compatible case Spacer... pressure on the Spacer towards one of the Side Grip arms. 2. Using another finger, pry up under the edge of after-market cases. important: The XM SkyDock will accommodate many, but not all the way into the recess in the...
... of the iPhone or iPod touch to allow it to release it all types of the Spacer to seat properly in the XM SkyDock. Vehicle Installation Inserting the Spacers Your XM SkyDock comes with three numbered rubber spacers that surround and protect the iPhone or iPod touch. for iPod touch with compatible case Spacer... pressure on the Spacer towards one of the Side Grip arms. 2. Using another finger, pry up under the edge of after-market cases. important: The XM SkyDock will accommodate many, but not all the way into the recess in the...
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If the iPhone is inserted, press and hold the Power button on the front of the SkyDock for 3-seconds. Finding a Location for the XM SkyDock The XM SkyDock mounts into your vehicle has more than one, be sure to choose the one that doesn't interfere with the driver's vision, access...cables so they do not inter- Note: After plugging the XM SkyDock into the SkyDock. If the XM SkyDock has power from the vehicle's cigarette lighter socket, it will turn OFF. Repeat to turn OFF your SkyDock while the iPhone is removed, the XM SkyDock will not turn back ON. 19 If your vehicle's ...
If the iPhone is inserted, press and hold the Power button on the front of the SkyDock for 3-seconds. Finding a Location for the XM SkyDock The XM SkyDock mounts into your vehicle has more than one, be sure to choose the one that doesn't interfere with the driver's vision, access...cables so they do not inter- Note: After plugging the XM SkyDock into the SkyDock. If the XM SkyDock has power from the vehicle's cigarette lighter socket, it will turn OFF. Repeat to turn OFF your SkyDock while the iPhone is removed, the XM SkyDock will not turn back ON. 19 If your vehicle's ...
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Squeeze Grips to secure it. Squeeze towards the rear of the iPhone straight down onto the connector, making sure that the connection is solid. Gently squeeze the side grips against the iPhone to Close Squeeze Grips Here DO NOT Squeeze Here 20 TO INSERT iPHONE 1. Press iPhone Down Onto Connector 2. Vehicle Installation Inserting your iPhone or iPod touch To insert the iPhone in the XM SkyDock: Insert the bottom of both side grips, as shown in the diagram below.
Squeeze Grips to secure it. Squeeze towards the rear of the iPhone straight down onto the connector, making sure that the connection is solid. Gently squeeze the side grips against the iPhone to Close Squeeze Grips Here DO NOT Squeeze Here 20 TO INSERT iPHONE 1. Press iPhone Down Onto Connector 2. Vehicle Installation Inserting your iPhone or iPod touch To insert the iPhone in the XM SkyDock: Insert the bottom of both side grips, as shown in the diagram below.
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Squeeze Grips Here DO NOT Squeeze Here To remove the iPhone: Slide the Side Grip Release Lever DOWN to spread the grips apart. Lift iPhone Off of Connector and Out of the XM SkyDock. TO REMOVE iPHONE 1. Slide Release Lever Down 2. Then lift the iPhone off the connector and pull it straight up and out of the XM SkyDock Slide Lever DOWN Grips Will Spread Apart 21
Squeeze Grips Here DO NOT Squeeze Here To remove the iPhone: Slide the Side Grip Release Lever DOWN to spread the grips apart. Lift iPhone Off of Connector and Out of the XM SkyDock. TO REMOVE iPHONE 1. Slide Release Lever Down 2. Then lift the iPhone off the connector and pull it straight up and out of the XM SkyDock Slide Lever DOWN Grips Will Spread Apart 21
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...screen image to be clear of freedom to position the iPhone so it to match the XM SkyDock's orientation. Vehicle Installation Adjusting the Flexible Stalk The XM SkyDock's flexible stalk gives you to use. The XM SkyDock App will not block airbags as they deploy, or block any controls needed for you ...lots of controls or other items. Caution: Do not over -rotate past the stopping point - doing so could damage the XM SkyDock. Note: Ensure that the iPhone is convenient for operating the vehicle. 22 Caution: Do not over -rotate the stalk - doing so could cause...
...screen image to be clear of freedom to position the iPhone so it to match the XM SkyDock's orientation. Vehicle Installation Adjusting the Flexible Stalk The XM SkyDock's flexible stalk gives you to use. The XM SkyDock App will not block airbags as they deploy, or block any controls needed for you ...lots of controls or other items. Caution: Do not over -rotate past the stopping point - doing so could damage the XM SkyDock. Note: Ensure that the iPhone is convenient for operating the vehicle. 22 Caution: Do not over -rotate the stalk - doing so could cause...
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Simply connect the included Aux In Cable between XM SkyDock's Audio connector directly to . Connect the XM SkyDock to Your Audio System If your vehicle's audio system has an auxiliary audio input (or Aux In) it is the best quality audio connection you can use to connect your XM SkyDock to your vehicle's auxiliary audio input. Aux In Aux In Cable Aux In Cable Connector Connecting the Aux In Cable Audio Connector 23
Simply connect the included Aux In Cable between XM SkyDock's Audio connector directly to . Connect the XM SkyDock to Your Audio System If your vehicle's audio system has an auxiliary audio input (or Aux In) it is the best quality audio connection you can use to connect your XM SkyDock to your vehicle's auxiliary audio input. Aux In Aux In Cable Aux In Cable Connector Connecting the Aux In Cable Audio Connector 23
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...Setting-Up the FM Transmitter on page 27 for details. Note: An FM Direct Adapter (sold separately) will still listen to your XM SkyDock through your vehicle's power system. FM Direct Adapters are available at shop.xmradio.com. Professional installation of the FM Direct Adapter is ...: If your vehicle's audio system does not have an audio input, your XM SkyDock incorporates a special FM transmitter called PowerConnect that will 'broadcast' its audio to your vehicle's FM radio through your vehicle radio's FM tuner, but has a cassette player, you can purchase a cassette adapter from your...
...Setting-Up the FM Transmitter on page 27 for details. Note: An FM Direct Adapter (sold separately) will still listen to your XM SkyDock through your vehicle's power system. FM Direct Adapters are available at shop.xmradio.com. Professional installation of the FM Direct Adapter is ...: If your vehicle's audio system does not have an audio input, your XM SkyDock incorporates a special FM transmitter called PowerConnect that will 'broadcast' its audio to your vehicle's FM radio through your vehicle radio's FM tuner, but has a cassette player, you can purchase a cassette adapter from your...
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...see the Welcome screen - press "Start XM Satellite Radio" 4) On Activate XM screen, press Activate later. You can now activate your XM SkyDock (skip to page 23) Using the built-in PowerConnect FM Transmitter You will need to setup your XM SkyDock FM Transmitter before you can activate your subscription... iPhone is inserted into your SkyDock 2) Launch the XM SkyDock App 3) If this is the first time that you've launched the XM SkyDock App, you will take you to the XM Preview Tap Start channel XM Satellite Radio Using the AUDIO connection on your XM SkyDock If you are using your Aux...
...see the Welcome screen - press "Start XM Satellite Radio" 4) On Activate XM screen, press Activate later. You can now activate your XM SkyDock (skip to page 23) Using the built-in PowerConnect FM Transmitter You will need to setup your XM SkyDock FM Transmitter before you can activate your subscription... iPhone is inserted into your SkyDock 2) Launch the XM SkyDock App 3) If this is the first time that you've launched the XM SkyDock App, you will take you to the XM Preview Tap Start channel XM Satellite Radio Using the AUDIO connection on your XM SkyDock If you are using your Aux...