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... 5 Features 6 Safety and Care Information 7 What's in the Box 9 XpressRCi Functions 10 Remote Control Functions 11 Control Knob and Select Button Basics 12 PowerConnect Vehicle Dock 13 Vehicle Installation 15 Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio 16 Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount . 18 Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna 22...
... 5 Features 6 Safety and Care Information 7 What's in the Box 9 XpressRCi Functions 10 Remote Control Functions 11 Control Knob and Select Button Basics 12 PowerConnect Vehicle Dock 13 Vehicle Installation 15 Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio 16 Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount . 18 Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna 22...
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... the same time. • Improved audio connection options: Use either the included Aux In Cable, or the new PowerConnect technology to receive audio through your vehicle's stereo system. • Enhanced real-time channel guide: Browse programs, artists, and songs playing on other channels, without having to change the channel you can...
... the same time. • Improved audio connection options: Use either the included Aux In Cable, or the new PowerConnect technology to receive audio through your vehicle's stereo system. • Enhanced real-time channel guide: Browse programs, artists, and songs playing on other channels, without having to change the channel you can...
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...contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other devices. If the liquid crystal fluid comes into the vehicle's cigarette lighter or power adapter socket. • If you are using this product, it is ingested, flush your... vehicle where it is advisable not to insert a multi-outlet adapter into the same vehicle cigarette lighter or power adapter socket to simultaneously power other reproductive harm. If the liquid crystal fluid is always ...
...contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other devices. If the liquid crystal fluid comes into the vehicle's cigarette lighter or power adapter socket. • If you are using this product, it is ingested, flush your... vehicle where it is advisable not to insert a multi-outlet adapter into the same vehicle cigarette lighter or power adapter socket to simultaneously power other reproductive harm. If the liquid crystal fluid is always ...
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Just match the colors on the cable ends to the colors on the dock to connect. ANT (Silver) Connection for PowerConnect Power Adapter. PWR (Red) Connection for the Magnetic Mount Antenna. FM (Blue) Connection for Aux In Cable or optional Cassette Adapter (sold separately). 13 PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Color-Coded Connections The color-coded PowerConnect Vehicle Dock makes it simple to see what goes where. Rear View AUDIO ANT PWR FM AUDIO (Green) Connection for optional FM Direct Adapter (sold separately).
Just match the colors on the cable ends to the colors on the dock to connect. ANT (Silver) Connection for PowerConnect Power Adapter. PWR (Red) Connection for the Magnetic Mount Antenna. FM (Blue) Connection for Aux In Cable or optional Cassette Adapter (sold separately). 13 PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Color-Coded Connections The color-coded PowerConnect Vehicle Dock makes it simple to see what goes where. Rear View AUDIO ANT PWR FM AUDIO (Green) Connection for optional FM Direct Adapter (sold separately).
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Wire Guide 14 Introduction Wire Guide The PowerConnect Vehicle Dock has a wire guide at the top rear that can help you need to bring a cable or wire from one side of the dock to the dock. If you to organize the cables and wires connected to the other, utilize the wire guide by looping the cable though the wire guide as shown.
Wire Guide 14 Introduction Wire Guide The PowerConnect Vehicle Dock has a wire guide at the top rear that can help you need to bring a cable or wire from one side of the dock to the dock. If you to organize the cables and wires connected to the other, utilize the wire guide by looping the cable though the wire guide as shown.
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...1 A. Several examples of the XpressRCi mounted in direct sunlight, which will not block your vehicle, choose a location where it will be located where it will affect the visibility of the display, and should not be in a vehicle are shown: A is the on dash method using the Dash Mount, and B is ...the vent clip method using the Vent Mount. Vehicle Installation Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio When installing the XpressRCi in your...
...1 A. Several examples of the XpressRCi mounted in direct sunlight, which will not block your vehicle, choose a location where it will be located where it will affect the visibility of the display, and should not be in a vehicle are shown: A is the on dash method using the Dash Mount, and B is ...the vent clip method using the Vent Mount. Vehicle Installation Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio When installing the XpressRCi in your...
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... the adhesive foot for the location you are unsure about your dash surface), and make sure the air temperature is ample room for the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and XpressRCi Radio when installed. 2 Set the orientation of the Dash Mount before adhering it 's not at least 60ûF (15ûC)... during installation. Vehicle Installation Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount Depending on your situation, you install the chosen mount, do not attach the dock to the mount...
... the adhesive foot for the location you are unsure about your dash surface), and make sure the air temperature is ample room for the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and XpressRCi Radio when installed. 2 Set the orientation of the Dash Mount before adhering it 's not at least 60ûF (15ûC)... during installation. Vehicle Installation Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount Depending on your situation, you install the chosen mount, do not attach the dock to the mount...
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.... 19 To remove, carefully lift the adhesive pad with a hair dryer for several minutes will help soften the adhesive. Warming the pad with your particular vehicle. The best adhesion occurs after 24 hours. 3 The dock mounting plate can be tilted in place for 30 seconds. Allow the Dash Mount adhesive to...
.... 19 To remove, carefully lift the adhesive pad with a hair dryer for several minutes will help soften the adhesive. Warming the pad with your particular vehicle. The best adhesion occurs after 24 hours. 3 The dock mounting plate can be tilted in place for 30 seconds. Allow the Dash Mount adhesive to...
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Be sure to use Short Vent Clamps the longer vent clamps with horizontal louvers sturdy enough to hold your PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and radio. 2 If the vent louvers in your vehicle are recessed, you may need to observe the orientation of the vent clamps as shown. Remove End Cap Slide Short Vent Clamps Out Slide Extended Vent Clamps In Replace End Cap 20 If so, remove the shorter vent clamps and install the longer ones into the Vent Mount. Vehicle Installation Installing the Vent Mount: Extended Vent Clamps 1 Locate a vent with the Vent Mount.
Be sure to use Short Vent Clamps the longer vent clamps with horizontal louvers sturdy enough to hold your PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and radio. 2 If the vent louvers in your vehicle are recessed, you may need to observe the orientation of the vent clamps as shown. Remove End Cap Slide Short Vent Clamps Out Slide Extended Vent Clamps In Replace End Cap 20 If so, remove the shorter vent clamps and install the longer ones into the Vent Mount. Vehicle Installation Installing the Vent Mount: Extended Vent Clamps 1 Locate a vent with the Vent Mount.
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Then lift up until it hooks on the rear of the vent louver (2). 4 Rest the foot against the bottom of the vent (2), and adjust the tilt of the vent louver, and remove the Vent Mount. 21 3 Push the Vent Mount onto the vehicle vent as shown (1) until disengaged from the rear of the Vent Mount by repositioning the foot to a different adjustment hole (3). 1 2 3 PUSH Foot Dash Vent Louver Dash HOOKED Vent TILT ADJUSTMENT HOLES Dash Vent To remove the Vent Mount, push the mount into the vent.
Then lift up until it hooks on the rear of the vent louver (2). 4 Rest the foot against the bottom of the vent (2), and adjust the tilt of the vent louver, and remove the Vent Mount. 21 3 Push the Vent Mount onto the vehicle vent as shown (1) until disengaged from the rear of the Vent Mount by repositioning the foot to a different adjustment hole (3). 1 2 3 PUSH Foot Dash Vent Louver Dash HOOKED Vent TILT ADJUSTMENT HOLES Dash Vent To remove the Vent Mount, push the mount into the vent.
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To install the Magnetic Mount Antenna: 1 Choose the best location for your antenna considering your vehicle, but will stick to any accessories that you may have like luggage racks and how frequently you may use them. Pay particular attention to any metal part of your vehicle type. Vehicle Installation Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna The Magnetic Mount Antenna contains a strong magnet which will not damage the vehicle. Magnet Sedan/Coupe: We recommend mounting the antenna just above either the front windshield or the back window as shown. 22
To install the Magnetic Mount Antenna: 1 Choose the best location for your antenna considering your vehicle, but will stick to any accessories that you may have like luggage racks and how frequently you may use them. Pay particular attention to any metal part of your vehicle type. Vehicle Installation Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna The Magnetic Mount Antenna contains a strong magnet which will not damage the vehicle. Magnet Sedan/Coupe: We recommend mounting the antenna just above either the front windshield or the back window as shown. 22
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Follow the Tips and Cautions shown on the roof (for most vehicles) or trunk (for convertibles) where it has a clear view of the sky in the location you selected. Mount the antenna on the next several pages. Vehicle Installation 3 Place the antenna in all directions. 24 TIP!
Follow the Tips and Cautions shown on the roof (for most vehicles) or trunk (for convertibles) where it has a clear view of the sky in the location you selected. Mount the antenna on the next several pages. Vehicle Installation 3 Place the antenna in all directions. 24 TIP!
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Don't mount the antenna on the dashboard. CAUTION! CAUTION! Don't mount the antenna close to the center of the vehicle's front, back or side pillars. CAUTION! Adjust the rack so it's further away from the antenna or move the antenna closer to a roof rack. Don't mount the antenna inside the vehicle, for example, on any of the roof. 25
Don't mount the antenna on the dashboard. CAUTION! CAUTION! Don't mount the antenna close to the center of the vehicle's front, back or side pillars. CAUTION! Adjust the rack so it's further away from the antenna or move the antenna closer to a roof rack. Don't mount the antenna inside the vehicle, for example, on any of the roof. 25
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Don't mount the antenna close to another antenna. Vehicle Installation CAUTION! Mount it at least 3 inches away. 26
Don't mount the antenna close to another antenna. Vehicle Installation CAUTION! Mount it at least 3 inches away. 26
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Then route your antenna cable according to the instructions which follow for how to lift the rubber window moulding Tuck the cable under the moulding around the window Feed cable under rubber moulding around window 27 Use a blunt plastic putty knife, a credit card, a plastic knife, or a similar blunt tool to route and hide the antenna cable. Step 4: Route the Magnetic Mount Antenna Cable Before you begin routing the antenna cable, read these general instructions for your specific type of vehicle.
Then route your antenna cable according to the instructions which follow for how to lift the rubber window moulding Tuck the cable under the moulding around the window Feed cable under rubber moulding around window 27 Use a blunt plastic putty knife, a credit card, a plastic knife, or a similar blunt tool to route and hide the antenna cable. Step 4: Route the Magnetic Mount Antenna Cable Before you begin routing the antenna cable, read these general instructions for your specific type of vehicle.
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Vehicle Installation Route cable out from under rear windshield moulding and tuck into weatherstripping around trunk opening Tuck cable into weatherstripping around trunk opening Avoid sharp bends by running cable through trunk to cabin Route cable out of window moulding and into weatherstripping. Route cable through weatherstripping several inches to avoid sharp bends Pull cable out of weatherstripping and route through weatherstripping for several inches Pull weatherstripping from trunk opening 28
Vehicle Installation Route cable out from under rear windshield moulding and tuck into weatherstripping around trunk opening Tuck cable into weatherstripping around trunk opening Avoid sharp bends by running cable through trunk to cabin Route cable out of window moulding and into weatherstripping. Route cable through weatherstripping several inches to avoid sharp bends Pull cable out of weatherstripping and route through weatherstripping for several inches Pull weatherstripping from trunk opening 28
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Vehicle Installation Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift edge of vehicle 30 Continue towards front of vehicle Route cable under trim or upholstery Continue routing cable under trim or carpet towards front of vehicle Route cable from trunk under interior trim, into cabin and towards front of interior trim and tuck cable under trim.
Vehicle Installation Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift edge of vehicle 30 Continue towards front of vehicle Route cable under trim or upholstery Continue routing cable under trim or carpet towards front of vehicle Route cable from trunk under interior trim, into cabin and towards front of interior trim and tuck cable under trim.
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... inside the trunk. Lift the weather stripping from the rubber weather stripping and along an existing wiring harness. 4. Route the cable out from the opening . Vehicle Installation • Sedan/Coupe With the Antenna Placed at the Rear of the window molding and into the...
... inside the trunk. Lift the weather stripping from the rubber weather stripping and along an existing wiring harness. 4. Route the cable out from the opening . Vehicle Installation • Sedan/Coupe With the Antenna Placed at the Rear of the window molding and into the...
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...). 6. Be careful not to tuck the cable under the carpet toward the dashboard or console. Avoid side airbag locations on page 39. 33 Coil any vehicle pedals or controls. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the plastic trim just enough to crimp or cut the cable... end of the dock. 7. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna connector of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location. Airbag locations are marked with "SRS" logos. the front of the cabin and route it away from the trim near the front of...
...). 6. Be careful not to tuck the cable under the carpet toward the dashboard or console. Avoid side airbag locations on page 39. 33 Coil any vehicle pedals or controls. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the plastic trim just enough to crimp or cut the cable... end of the dock. 7. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna connector of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location. Airbag locations are marked with "SRS" logos. the front of the cabin and route it away from the trim near the front of...
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... the door opening . 3. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it to the bottom of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location. Lift the weather stripping from the opening and route it under the carpet, keeping it , then replace the weather stripping. Pull...of the door opening and tuck the cable inside of the weather stripping to the antenna connector of the Roof: 1. Continue with wire ties. 4. Vehicle Installation • Sedan/Coupe With the Antenna Placed at the Front of the dock. 5. Feed the antenna cable from any excess cable in a...
... the door opening . 3. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it to the bottom of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location. Lift the weather stripping from the opening and route it under the carpet, keeping it , then replace the weather stripping. Pull...of the door opening and tuck the cable inside of the weather stripping to the antenna connector of the Roof: 1. Continue with wire ties. 4. Vehicle Installation • Sedan/Coupe With the Antenna Placed at the Front of the dock. 5. Feed the antenna cable from any excess cable in a...