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User Guide

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Summary of Contents for XMp3

Page 1: ...User Guide TM ...

Page 2: ...th a PC 42 System Requirements 43 Setup and Installation 44 My Music 45 Record XM 46 Bookmarks 47 napster com 48 Books 49 audible com xm 50 Info 51 Disconnecting XMp3 from a PC 52 Settings 53 Aiming the Antenna 54 Audio Tone 55 Audio Line Out Level 55 Display 56 Alerts 56 Channel Access 57 Clock and Sleep Timer 59 Memory Usage 59 Restoring Factory Defaults 60 Troubleshooting 61 Other Information 6...

Page 3: ...omething to listen to Schedule a recording time or let XMp3 radio learn your listening habits and automatically record your favorite channels for you Find out what s playing now or in the future with XM s programming guide TuneSelect and GameSelect finds your favorite artists or sports events on any XM channel Upload MP3 files WMA tracks and Audible com books from your PC Manage your collection an...

Page 4: ...objects on your device DO Use only the approved power adapter The power adapter plug should match the outlet About XM XM is America s number one satellite radio company Broadcasting live daily from studios in Washington DC New York City Chicago the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville Toronto and Montreal XM s 2008 lineup includes more than 170 digital channels of choice from coast to coast com...

Page 5: ...type is Lithium Ion Li Ion and should be disposed of properly Introduction Protect Your Ears and Yourself Always follow traffic safety directions Do not use earbuds or headphones while operating a bicycle automobile or motorcycle Not only is it dangerous it may be illegal Make sure the earbud or headphone cable does not get in the way of your arms or other surrounding objects while you re walking ...

Page 6: ...hen you use your XMp3 radio for the first time charge the battery until the battery icon turns green Then use your XMp3 radio until the battery is exhausted This charge discharge cycle calibrates the battery level meter so that it accurately reports the state of the battery Batteries gradually wear down and require longer charging times When a battery no longer holds it s charge you should purchas...

Page 7: ... Battery The battery comes from the factory with a small amount of charge Charge the battery for at least 8 hours before using XMp3 radio for the first time or if you have not used it for several months 1 Open battery compartment 2 Insert the battery into the XMp3 radio 3 Carefully replace the battery door sliding in place 4 Connect the XMp3 radio to the home stand 5 Plug the power adapter into th...

Page 8: ...nd view programs for channel Headphone Jack and microSD Card Slot Volume USB Jack Universal Connector The functions of the controls may change depending on what you re doing at the time In general remember that Turning the wheel highlights different icons or moves up or down a list Press the XM button to select the highlighted item The back button brings you to the previous screen If you re lost p...

Page 9: ...huffle MP3 or WMA song loaded onto microSD card Song included on a playlist MP3 or WMA song loaded onto microSD card that has been added to a playlist TuneSelect set to alert on artist s name TuneSelect set to alert on song title XM signal strength MicroSD card is being read Do not eject the microSD card until this icon disappears red GameSelect set to alert Scheduled recording via View Programs o...

Page 10: ...olume for audio system sold separately Mute Silences live saved songs and replayed XM content MicroSD Memory Card Turn your XMp3 radio off before inserting or removing the microSD memory card sold separately To insert the card press it down until it clicks into place To remove it press down and it will eject Do not remove the card if you see this symbol in red on the display NOTE A microSD card is...

Page 11: ...er audio cable 2 and XM home antenna Connect your XMp3 radio to your home or office 3 audio system antenna line out Setup Setup antenna The XM home antenna plugs into the jack labeled antenna line out The audio cable plugs into the line out jack 5V DC The home power adapter plugs into the 5V DC jack ...

Page 12: ...eling you can connect the power adapter directly to your XMp3 radio Place the XM home antenna in or near a south facing window for 4 optimal indoor reception To optimize signal reception you may mount the XM home 5 antenna outdoors facing south South Setup ...

Page 13: ... of the battery compartment NOTE The XM Radio ID does not use the letters I O S or F Make a Activate your service 3 Online Go to activate xmradio com OR By phone call 1 800 XM RADIO 1 800 967 2346 When your service is activated your XMp3 radio will receive all 4 channels This usually takes 10 to 15 minutes but may take up to an hour Your XMp3 radio must remain on until activated If you have not ye...

Page 14: ...1 already If you see 2 Live XM at the top of the display skip to the step 3 Otherwise press the menu button Turn the wheel to highlight the yellow live XM icon then press the XM button to select it Turn the wheel to highlight 3 All Channels Press the XM button to select it You should see a list of XM channels Turn the wheel to scroll through the channel list 4 When the channel you want to listen t...

Page 15: ...tegory name then press the XM button Favorite Channels You can save up to 99 of your favorite channels in an easily accessible list While you re tuned to a channel press 1 options Select 2 Add to Favorites To listen to your favorite channels Press 1 menu Spin the wheel to highlight the 2 live XM icon Press the XM button to select it Turn the wheel to highlight a digit corresponding to the channel ...

Page 16: ...scheduled recording and auto recording sessions take place as normal Recording XM Your XMp3 radio gives you more ways to record up to 100 hours of of your favorite XM content Push a button to immediately record the song or channel that you re currently listening to Or schedule a recording session by setting the date time and channel You can also schedule recording sessions using the XM2go Music Ma...

Page 17: ...it and delete recording sessions Your XMp3 radio can record up to 5 separate channels at the same time Auto Recording Your XMp3 learns your listening habits and automatically records up to 30 hours of XM programming from the five channels you listen to most frequently To automatically record programs in this manner make sure that XMp3 radio is docked in a cradle that is plugged into AC or vehicle ...

Page 18: ...elect 1 menu My Music Library Recorded XM Choose any method to display a list of songs 2 Highlight a song 3 Select 4 options Delete Program Guide To see what will be playing on a particular channel While listening to live XM select options View Programs You will see a list of programs that will be playing on that channel If you then highlight a program and select it you can see information about t...

Page 19: ... or more custom lists called playlists A playlist is simply a collection of recorded tracks that play in a certain order Create a morning commute playlist a workout playlist a best of playlist and more And yes the same song can appear on more than one playlist While listening to recorded XM or MP3 WMA files select 1 options Add to Playlist Choose to add the song to an existing playlist or to a new...

Page 20: ...ou don t do anything XMp3 will return to your present channel after 6 seconds You can do the same thing with sports games just select options GameSelect Your XMp3 radio might find more than one TuneSelect or GameSelect entry in that case you ll be able to choose which one to listen to by turning the wheel To edit your TuneSelect list Select 1 menu Settings Edit Alerts Select 2 Edit TuneSelect You ...

Page 21: ...tock list press 5 back to exit Info Extras XM broadcasts Information such as sports scores and stock quotes This information can be displayed at the bottom of your XMp3 radio s screen To choose a sport or team Select 1 menu Settings Info Extras Sports You ll see a list of sports Use the wheel and 2 XM button to select the sports you re interested in Depending on the sport you may see a list of tea...

Page 22: ...ing what s available on all XM channels for the next week Rip CDs to MP3 or WMA files Bookmark and purchase songs from compatible online music services including Napster Listen to and purchase audiobooks from Audible com Manage up to 5 compatible XM radios System Requirements PCs running Microsoft Windows XP must meet the following requirements Service Pack 2 SP2 or higher CPU 400 MHz or higher Ha...

Page 23: ...t s playing on XM Windows Media Player 11 loaded at time of installation if not present PCs running Microsoft Windows Vista must meet the following requirements CPU 800 MHz or higher for Vista Home 1 GHz or higher for other Vista editions Hard drive at least 100 MB free disk space RAM at least 512 MB for Vista Home at least 1 GB for other Vista editions High speed Internet connection Windows Media...

Page 24: ...our MP3 files on a microSD car since you can only record XM content onto the XMp3 radio it cannot be transferred to a microSD card View XM s Online Programming Guide to see what s playing on XM Record XM Schedule Recordings of XM content directly from your XMp3 radio or with the XM2go Music Manager Save time by recording up to five channels at the same time View all scheduled recordings including ...

Page 25: ...er com Napster enables you to purchase and own songs you heard and bookmarked on your XMp3 radio Easy access to a library of millions of songs Add your music library to the XMp3 radio with a standard or high capacity microSD card We recommend storing your MP3 files on a microSD car since you can only record XM content onto the XMp3 radio it cannot be transferred to a microSD card Using your XMp3 R...

Page 26: ...l music storage used on your microSD card View XM s Online Programming Guide to see what s playing on XM audible com xm Audible is your source for the internet s largest selection of premium digital audio Choose from over 40 000 downloadable audiobooks including the latest best sellers and timeless classics Download content to your XMp3 radio or other compatible devices and listen at the gym on yo...

Page 27: ... left hand corner of the Music Manager screen 1 Music Manager will sync with XMp3 then inform you that you can 2 disconnect XMp3 Unplug the USB cable from either the PC or XMp3 3 NOTE DO NOT use Windows Safely Remove Hardware button as it does not properly sync Music Manager with XMp3 Using your XMp3 Radio with a PC Settings ON ...

Page 28: ...bars as strong as possible Settings Audio Tone Change the tone by selecting menu Settings EQ Settings By pressing the XM button you can choose between Flat Max Boost Pop Rock Classical and more The EQ setting is not available when listening to XM through your vehicle s FM radio To change the audio quality use the tone or EQ controls of the FM radio Audio Line Out Level When you connect your XMp3 r...

Page 29: ...r song title Select 1 menu Settings Edit Alerts Edit TuneSelect Highlight and select an artist name or song title Press the 2 XM button You should see options that let you choose to be alerted on an artist name 3 or song title You can also turn off or delete the alert for an individual song or artist In a similar manner you can can enable or disable GameSelect alerts Channel Access Direct Tune Nor...

Page 30: ...lect On to be able to view the xL channels Clock and Sleep Timer The time is automatically set using the XM signal Select menu Settings Set Time Time Zone to set the proper time zone for your location Your XMp3 radio can automatically adjust for Daylight Saving Time To turn this feature on select menu Settings Set Time Daylight Saving To display time in 12 or 24 hour format select the desired form...

Page 31: ...ng to reset all options to factory defaults without erasing any stored content OR Choose Restore and Erase to reset all options to factory defaults AND erase all stored content Be careful You ll see several confirmation screens If you change your mind 3 simply select No Alternatively press back to exit this set of menus and return to normal operation Troubleshooting Settings ...

Page 32: ...r channel If you see this on the screen Try this Updating XM is updating your XMp3 radio with the latest encryption code Wait until the update is done OR You may be trying to tune to a channel that is blocked or unavailable Tune to another channel Channel Unavailable Tune to another channel the one you re trying to access is not available All Recording Features Not Available Activate your XM subsc...

Page 33: ...y Controls do not respond Check whether the power switch is in the hold position If so slide it to the center position to unlock the controls The controls still refuse to respond the display does not change or the backlight does not turn off as expected Reset your XMp3 radio by removing and re inserting the battery If this happens Try this XM Instant Traffic and Weather channels sound different fr...

Page 34: ...roducts and technologies 2 Download owner s manuals order product catalogues research new 3 products and much more IMPORTANT The serial number of this device is located on the back of this unit Serial No ___________________________ XMp3 Radio Customer Service Information Because your satisfaction is important to us we encourage you to use the toll free Listener Care Center number for any question ...

Page 35: ...ithium ion Voltage 3 7 V Capacity 1750 mA Standby time 30 days for a fully charged battery External Power Voltage 5V DC Current 2000 mA Polarity Music File Formats MP3 and WMA fixed bitrates 32 48 64 96 128 160 192 256 320 kbps MP3 and WMA variable bitrates 64 128 128 256 160 320 kbps Model Numbers XMp3 Radio GEX XMP3 XMp3 Car Kit CD XMPCAR1 XMp3 Home Car Kit CD XMHOME1 Remote Control Dimensions 4...

Page 36: ...rovided in the original packaging Use of antenna other than the antenna provided will result in improper operation and is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and is certified to Industry Canada s RSS 210 specification 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including i...

Page 37: ...tinues next page PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIOD Portable Satellite Radio 1 Year Parts Labor Portable Satellite Radio Battery 90 Days Parts Labor The warranty period for retail customers who rent the product commences upon the date product is first put into use a during the rental period or b retail sale whichever occurs first WHAT IS NOT COVERED IF THIS PRODUCT WAS PURCHASED FROM AN UNAUTHORIZED DISTRIBU...

Page 38: ...ge method to an Authorized Service Company Package the product using adequate padding material to prevent damage in transit Include your name address and telephone number where you can be reached during business hours On all warranty complaints and concerns please call 1 800 421 1404 DISPUTE RESOLUTION Following our response to any initial request to Customer Support should a dispute arise between...

Page 39: ...76 77 PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE INC P O BOX 1760 LONG BEACH CALIFORNIA 90810 1 800 421 1404 http www pioneerelectronics com Other Information NOTES ...

Page 40: ...California 90810 1 800 421 1404 http www pioneerelectronics com XM XMp3 and related logos are trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners 2008 Pioneer Electronics Service Inc All rights reserved NOTES Other Information ...

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