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Xpress® Satellite Radio Receiver XMC10 Car Cradle Installation Guide -1- Released: 9-15-05 128-7472 1 of 16
Xpress® Satellite Radio Receiver XMC10 Car Cradle Installation Guide -1- Released: 9-15-05 128-7472 1 of 16
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CONTENTS Congratulations 3 Cautions and Warnings 4 Contents XMC10 5 Accessory Kit 5 Installation/Wiring Precautions 6 Setting Up and Installing Your Kit 7 Interconnect Diagram 6 Using Other Manufacturer's Mounts 9 Installing the Xpress XM® Into the Cradle 9 Connection Options 10 Mounting the Vehicle Antenna 12 Warranty 15 -2- 128-7472 2 of 16
CONTENTS Congratulations 3 Cautions and Warnings 4 Contents XMC10 5 Accessory Kit 5 Installation/Wiring Precautions 6 Setting Up and Installing Your Kit 7 Interconnect Diagram 6 Using Other Manufacturer's Mounts 9 Installing the Xpress XM® Into the Cradle 9 Connection Options 10 Mounting the Vehicle Antenna 12 Warranty 15 -2- 128-7472 2 of 16
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... dedicated channels of XM® Satellite Radio. XM® features over 150 digital channels - 100% commercial-free music, over 30 channels of 16 Your Audiovox Xpress XM® receiver must be used with an accessory kit, such as the Audiovox Home Kit, Boom Box or Vehicle Kit as required by your vehicle or in the industry with the XM Welcome Kit and available at retailers where Audiovox main units are one -time activation...
... dedicated channels of XM® Satellite Radio. XM® features over 150 digital channels - 100% commercial-free music, over 30 channels of 16 Your Audiovox Xpress XM® receiver must be used with an accessory kit, such as the Audiovox Home Kit, Boom Box or Vehicle Kit as required by your vehicle or in the industry with the XM Welcome Kit and available at retailers where Audiovox main units are one -time activation...
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... the interference limits relative to radio or television reception. Do not install the unit where it could cause harmful interference to a Class B digital device, applicable under Part 15 of the dashboard indicators and displays. 2. remember that hinders your dealer or experienced installation facility. 5. If this condition persists after corrective action, consult your view through the windshield, or obstructs...
... the interference limits relative to radio or television reception. Do not install the unit where it could cause harmful interference to a Class B digital device, applicable under Part 15 of the dashboard indicators and displays. 2. remember that hinders your dealer or experienced installation facility. 5. If this condition persists after corrective action, consult your view through the windshield, or obstructs...
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Cradle XMC10 (P/N 136-4041) 1 pc. 1 pc. ACCESSORY KIT Alcohol Cleaning Pad, Surface Cleaning Pad, Instruction Sheet, Antenna Cable Exit Plug (P/N 170-0054) -5- 1 pc. FM Direct Adapter P/N XMFM-1 1 pc. 128-7472 5 of 16 Contents XMC10 Install Manual (P/N 1287472) Swivel Bracket (P/N 136-4048) CLA Female Socket (P/N 154-1132) OPTIONAL Audio Cable (P/N SAT-RCA) Antenna (P/N 118-1133) 1 pc. 12 Volt-to-5 Volt DC Power Adapter (P/N 112-3456) 1 pc. 1 pc.
Cradle XMC10 (P/N 136-4041) 1 pc. 1 pc. ACCESSORY KIT Alcohol Cleaning Pad, Surface Cleaning Pad, Instruction Sheet, Antenna Cable Exit Plug (P/N 170-0054) -5- 1 pc. FM Direct Adapter P/N XMFM-1 1 pc. 128-7472 5 of 16 Contents XMC10 Install Manual (P/N 1287472) Swivel Bracket (P/N 136-4048) CLA Female Socket (P/N 154-1132) OPTIONAL Audio Cable (P/N SAT-RCA) Antenna (P/N 118-1133) 1 pc. 12 Volt-to-5 Volt DC Power Adapter (P/N 112-3456) 1 pc. 1 pc.
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... power adapter remains plugged in place, using the following installation instructions, or enlist the help of an alternative power adapter may cause damage to damage the vehicle wiring. 5. b. Locate a firm, reasonably flat surface within your Audiovox Xpress XM® System using the supplied hardware. 4. Incorrect installation may damage the Xpress XM® unit and/or the XMC10 cradle. Be careful not to the system. Use of a professional installer: 2. Set up your car...
... power adapter remains plugged in place, using the following installation instructions, or enlist the help of an alternative power adapter may cause damage to damage the vehicle wiring. 5. b. Locate a firm, reasonably flat surface within your Audiovox Xpress XM® System using the supplied hardware. 4. Incorrect installation may damage the Xpress XM® unit and/or the XMC10 cradle. Be careful not to the system. Use of a professional installer: 2. Set up your car...
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... AUDIO INPUTS ON VEHICLE HEAD UNIT.) -7- 128-7472 7 of 16 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. Interconnect Diagram NOTE: 1. 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...
... AUDIO INPUTS ON VEHICLE HEAD UNIT.) -7- 128-7472 7 of 16 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. Interconnect Diagram NOTE: 1. 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...
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... 8 of a vehicle heater vent. To mount the XMC10 cradle atop the swivel bracket, line up the slot at the rear of wires or other items to the surface, make sure the mounting pad is clear of the cradle with a clean lint-free cloth. If the outside air temperature is to... on the surface; Using the alcohol swab supplied with your kit, clean the mounting surface and thoroughly wipe the area dry with the bracket retainer tab, and slide the cradle down so that could impair your vision, block air bag(s) or obstruct vehicle dashboard controls and/or radio CD/ cassetteoperational displays.
... 8 of a vehicle heater vent. To mount the XMC10 cradle atop the swivel bracket, line up the slot at the rear of wires or other items to the surface, make sure the mounting pad is clear of the cradle with a clean lint-free cloth. If the outside air temperature is to... on the surface; Using the alcohol swab supplied with your kit, clean the mounting surface and thoroughly wipe the area dry with the bracket retainer tab, and slide the cradle down so that could impair your vision, block air bag(s) or obstruct vehicle dashboard controls and/or radio CD/ cassetteoperational displays.
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... connectors and guide pin hole are properly lined up, gently lower the Xpress XM® Receiver into the Cradle SCREW HOLES (2) FOR DIRECT HARD MOUNTING Install the Receiver as follows: a. The raised detent on the cradle will enter the notch on the rear of 16 the mounting plate provisions on the Xpress XM® Receiver to mate the connectors together. b. Using Other Manufacturer's Mounts The XMC10...
... connectors and guide pin hole are properly lined up, gently lower the Xpress XM® Receiver into the Cradle SCREW HOLES (2) FOR DIRECT HARD MOUNTING Install the Receiver as follows: a. The raised detent on the cradle will enter the notch on the rear of 16 the mounting plate provisions on the Xpress XM® Receiver to mate the connectors together. b. Using Other Manufacturer's Mounts The XMC10...
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... Receiver and Cradle provide an audio output signal in your Xpress Receiver. (Refer to the Receiver owner's manual.) The XM audio signal can be played through your vehicle radio on selectable FM frequencies using the XMC10 cradle with the wireless FM transmitter option, the XM audio signal can then be received through your vehicle radio when the car radio is tuned to one of 16 Xpress XM® RECEIVER REAR VIEW CRADLE FRONT VIEW CONNECTOR GUIDE PIN RECEIVER NOTCH Xpress XM® RECEIVER SYSTEM CONNECTOR...
... Receiver and Cradle provide an audio output signal in your Xpress Receiver. (Refer to the Receiver owner's manual.) The XM audio signal can be played through your vehicle radio on selectable FM frequencies using the XMC10 cradle with the wireless FM transmitter option, the XM audio signal can then be received through your vehicle radio when the car radio is tuned to one of 16 Xpress XM® RECEIVER REAR VIEW CRADLE FRONT VIEW CONNECTOR GUIDE PIN RECEIVER NOTCH Xpress XM® RECEIVER SYSTEM CONNECTOR...
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TO VEHICLE RADIO ANTENNA JACK c. 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. OPTIONAL FM DIRECT ADAPTER XMFM-1 (PURCHASED SEPARATELY) XMC10 CRADLE (RIGHT SIDE VIEW) OPTIONAL SAT-RCA AUDIO CABLE (PURCHASED SEPARATELY) (CONNECT TO AUXILIARY AUDIO INPUTS ON VEHICLE HEAD UNIT.) -11- 128-7472 11 of a radio or entertainment system. b. Low-Level Audio Output - FM Direct Wiring - For...
TO VEHICLE RADIO ANTENNA JACK c. 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. OPTIONAL FM DIRECT ADAPTER XMFM-1 (PURCHASED SEPARATELY) XMC10 CRADLE (RIGHT SIDE VIEW) OPTIONAL SAT-RCA AUDIO CABLE (PURCHASED SEPARATELY) (CONNECT TO AUXILIARY AUDIO INPUTS ON VEHICLE HEAD UNIT.) -11- 128-7472 11 of a radio or entertainment system. b. Low-Level Audio Output - FM Direct Wiring - For...
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... Antenna The antenna should be mounted off-center on the bottom left corner of 16 The magnet will secure the antenna in the associated User Guide and obtain an audio output. If no audio is heard, first check the signal strength indicator located on the surface. 7. Plug the antenna into the ANT connector on the roof or trunk surface. b. If the vehicle is receiving...
... Antenna The antenna should be mounted off-center on the bottom left corner of 16 The magnet will secure the antenna in the associated User Guide and obtain an audio output. If no audio is heard, first check the signal strength indicator located on the surface. 7. Plug the antenna into the ANT connector on the roof or trunk surface. b. If the vehicle is receiving...
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... vehicle, working the cable under the rear window molding; e. The desired antenna position should be marked with masking tape or by another non-scratch method. After determining the optimum position, turn off Xpress XM power, disconnect the power adapter from the antenna position to the cradle. Make sure you avoid any obstructions that could crimp, kink or twist the cable; f. use protective...
... vehicle, working the cable under the rear window molding; e. The desired antenna position should be marked with masking tape or by another non-scratch method. After determining the optimum position, turn off Xpress XM power, disconnect the power adapter from the antenna position to the cradle. Make sure you avoid any obstructions that could crimp, kink or twist the cable; f. use protective...
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... of the rear window, route the cable into the vehicle under the rubber molding of the hatch door or tailgate, and then under the interior trim. In SUV's, minivans, etc., route the cable into the trunk, taking advantage of the XMC10 cradle. You are...XM programming within your vehicle. -14- 128-7472 14 of the cradle; j. h. i. Plug the antenna cable into the lighter receptacle. g. NOTE: Avoid exposing the cable in the driver and passenger areas where it could become entangled in feet or other objects. then plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the ANT connector...
... of the rear window, route the cable into the vehicle under the rubber molding of the hatch door or tailgate, and then under the interior trim. In SUV's, minivans, etc., route the cable into the trunk, taking advantage of the XMC10 cradle. You are...XM programming within your vehicle. -14- 128-7472 14 of the cradle; j. h. i. Plug the antenna cable into the lighter receptacle. g. NOTE: Avoid exposing the cable in the driver and passenger areas where it could become entangled in feet or other objects. then plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the ANT connector...
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... 15 of the factory serial number/bar code label(s). This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of the product, damage to speakers, accessories, or vehicle and home electrical systems, malfunction of all other express warranties or liabilities. To obtain repair or replacement within 12 months...
... 15 of the factory serial number/bar code label(s). This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of the product, damage to speakers, accessories, or vehicle and home electrical systems, malfunction of all other express warranties or liabilities. To obtain repair or replacement within 12 months...
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© 2005 Audiovox Electronics Corporation, 150 Marcus Blvd., Hauppauge, New York 11788 128-7472 -16- 128-7472 16 of 16
© 2005 Audiovox Electronics Corporation, 150 Marcus Blvd., Hauppauge, New York 11788 128-7472 -16- 128-7472 16 of 16