Insert the battery into the XMp3i and then place it into the Home Dock as shown.
The battery is shipped partially charged. It is recommended that you allow the XMp3i to charge in the Home Dock for
at least 3 hours before removing it for portable use.
Turn the XMp3i On by sliding the
Power/Lock
switch down. When the XMp3i powers on,
you will be prompted to
Use dial and enter 1, 2, 3 to begin
. Turn
Control Wheel
to select
1
and then press the
Select button
. Repeat and enter
2
, and then
3
.
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Pick a Spot for Your Home Dock
When installing the Home Dock in your home,
choose a location in close proximity to your
home audio or stereo system, and also where the
cable from the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna
can reach the Home Dock. The location should
be easily accessible and provide good visibility
of the display, and should not be located where
it will be in direct sunlight which will affect the
visibility of the display screen.
You will also need to decide whether you will be
connecting your Home Dock to your home audio
system using the provided Audio Cable, or to
powered speakers.
Connect the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna
Once you have selected a location, connect the Indoor/Outdoor
Home Antenna to the
silver ANT
connector at the right side of
the Home Dock. In step 4, we will work on the location of the
antenna.
Connect the Home Power Adapter
Connect the Home Power Adapter to the
red POWER
connector at the
left side of the Home Dock, and plug it into a wall outlet.
Connect the Home Dock to a Home Stereo System or
Powered Speakers
The Home Dock can be connected to your home stereo system, or to
a set of powered speakers. If you are connecting to a home stereo
system, see the following section, “2A. To Connect the Home Dock to
Your Home Stereo System”. If you are connecting to a set of powered speakers, skip ahead to “2B. To Connect
the Home Dock to Your Powered Speakers”.
2A. To Connect the Home Dock to Your Home Stereo System
The Home Dock can be connected to your home stereo system through the AUX In or LINE In connection of
your home stereo system, using the provided Stereo Audio Cable.
2
Connect the Home Dock
Connect the Home Dock
(continued)
1
Use the provided Stereo Audio Cable and connect the single 1/8” (3.5 mm) connector to the
green AUDIO
connector at the rear of the Home Dock.
2
Connect the white left and red right Stereo Audio
Cable connectors to any available input other
than PHONO on your home stereo system. (If your
stereo’s inputs are marked red and black, simply
connect the white plug to the black input.)
3
Turn the home stereo system On, and make
sure you select the correct input on your stereo
system for the
AUX In
or
LINE In
connection, or
whichever input you have selected.
2B. To Connect the Home Dock to Your Powered Speakers
The Home Dock can be connected directly to a set of powered
speakers.
1
Connect the 1/8” (3.5 mm) connector from the powered
speakers to the
green AUDIO
connector at the rear of the
Home Dock.
2
Plug the powered speakers into an AC outlet.
3
Turn On the powered speakers.
3
Install the Battery and Initiate the Courtesy Period
1. Open battery cover
3. Replace battery cover
4. Dock Radio
2. Insert Battery
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Finding the XM Signal
Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna Installation
Begin by experimenting with the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna to get a feel for the reception
in your location. Move the antenna around the room or from room to room. Aim it from different
windows. In major metropolitan areas, you might find that you get great reception in several
locations without worrying too much about aim and placement.
Access the Antenna Aiming screen of your Radio to see a visual indication of signal strength:
1
Press
menu
.
2
Turn the
Control Wheel
to highlight
Settings
and press
Select
.
3
Turn the
Control Wheel
to highlight
Antenna Aiming
and press
Select
.
If you’re receiving good Satellite and Terrestrial signal strength, you’re done. If not, try some
of the suggestions which follow.
Other Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna Installation Suggestions
Move the Antenna Closer to a Window
If you find you are getting a signal, but it’s inconsistent, try moving the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna closer to a
window, ideally one 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.
TIP!
Still not sure which way is south or where to place
your Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna? Look up your
location on an online mapping website that offers satellite
views of street addresses where you can easily see which
way is south, and what window may offer an unobstructed
view of the sky.
Place the Antenna on a South Facing Window Sill
Another easy method is to start at any window, then work from window to window in a simple pattern to find the
window gives the best signal strength. Aim the surface of the antenna with the XM logo out the window. Note that
the antenna must also have an unobstructed view, with no trees or buildings
blocking its aim. If the antenna is aimed through a window, be aware that
blinds, screens, or any other non-glass elements such as thermal insulation
can sometimes cause reception issues. If this is the case, you may want to use
another window or place the antenna outside of the window.
If you find a window that gives you good signal strength, you can place the
antenna on the windowsill. The antenna may need to be placed on something
to raise it above the level of the window frame.
If you are still unable to obtain a good signal, refer to the User Guide which
accompanied your XMp3i Radio, or
http://www.xmradio.com/help/index.xmc
,
for instructions on how to mount the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna outside,
on a windowsill, wall, or soffit.
SOUTH
SOUTH
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Activation
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Using Your XMp3i
Before you can enjoy Commercial-Free Music, plus Sports, News, Talk & Entertainment, you need to activate your
XMp3i.
1
Make sure your XMp3i is properly installed, turned on, and receiving the XM signal so that you can hear
the audio on channel 1.
2
Make a note of your XM Radio ID. You can find it on channel 0, on a label on the bottom of the gift box, and
on the label on the back of your XMp3i.
NOTE!
The XM Radio ID does not use the letters I, O, S, or F.
3
Activate your service:
• Online: Go to
www.xmradio.com
and click on “ACTIVATE RADIO” in the top right corner
OR
• By phone: Call 1-800-XM-RADIO (1-800-967-2346)
4
When your service is activated, your XMp3i will receive all channels to which you have subscribed. At this
time, you use the
Control Wheel
or Remote Control to tune other channels. Activation usually takes 10 to
15 minutes, but may take up to an hour. We recommend that your XMp3i remain on until activated.
The Four Main Menu Options
The XMp3i has four main menu options which can be selected by pressing the
menu
button and turning the
Control
Wheel
to highlight and select one of the following four options:
Live XM:
Listen to Live XM, browse channels or categories of channels such as
Pop, Rock, Country, etc. Check out the XM highlights, record songs, and set up
scheduled recordings.
My Music Library:
Listen to, browse, and manage your XM recordings,
downloaded MP3 and WMA music files, and audio books.
Auto Recordings:
Listen to content from your favorite XM channels that your
XMp3i can automatically save for you.
Settings:
Make adjustments to the XMp3i’s behavior, such as display brightness, audio equalizer settings,
and channel access. Select
Info Extras
to display scrolling stock ticker or sports scores.
Using Your XMp3i
(continued)
Listen to Live XM
Browse the channels by turning the
Control Wheel
and pressing
Select
to
listen. Press
Options
to set a channel
as a Favorite.
Replay Live XM
Press
Play/Pause
(
),
Rewind
( ),
Fast-Forward
( )
to
pause and replay up to the last 30
minutes of Live XM.
Record Live XM
Press and hold
Record
(
rec
) to record the song to which you are listening. You can record up to 10 hours of songs
and listen to them later in My Music Library.
The XMp3i also records XM programming in other ways, and can record up to five
separate channels simultaneously. While listening to any channel, press
Record
(
rec
) to
see the recording options:
• Record Channel:
Record the channel to which you are listening for up to 6 hours.
• Schedule Recording:
Schedule a recording to start and end at a specific time in
the future.
• Set to Auto Record:
Select the channel to which you are listening for Auto
Recordings.
For recordings to happen and finish, the XMp3i must be receiving the XM signal and be in
Live XM mode. Additionally, for Scheduled Recordings and Auto Recordings, the XMp3i
must be docked in a Home Dock or Vehicle Dock which is connected to a power source.
Listen to My Music Library
Listen to all your XM recordings, MP3s and WMAs, and audio books stored on your XMp3i.
Turn the
Control Wheel
to highlight a song (or other content) and press
Select
to play.
You can browse the recorded and downloaded content by song, artist, channel, category,
or album, and more. My Music Library gives you options to shuffle songs, create playlists,
and manage your recordings.
Channel Name
Channel Number
Satellite Signal Strength
Battery Level
Indicates whether you
are listening to Live XM
or Replay content
Clock
Indicates that the
Power/Lock switch is
set in the lock position
Artist or Program Name
or Sports Teams/Score
Song Title or
Program Topic or
Game Time/Game Details
Time elasped since
beginning of playback
Current listening position
Timeline
Length of content
being played
When in Replay
At Home or Office
Place your XMp3i in the Home Dock to listen to live XM through your home stereo or powered speakers. Use the
Remote Control to tune channels, play tracks from your music library, or record new content from across the room.
The Home Dock will also charge your Radio’s battery so its always ready to go.
The Home Dock is also the best place to record your favorite XM programming. As long as your docked Radio is
powered, and receiving a good signal, you can record programming. Even when your Radio is powered off, it will
wake up for scheduled recordings and store them in My Music Library.
Portable
Use the XMp3i as a portable Radio to listen to Live XM, recorded XM programming, or your downloaded MP3 and
WMA music files and audio books wherever you go.
To listen to Live XM, your XMp3i needs to have a clear view of the sky to receive the satellite signal. Trees, buildings
and even your own body can block this signal causing audio interruption. If you lose the satellite signal, XMp3i will
prompt you to listen to content from My Music Library or Auto Recordings.
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Use Your XMp3i At Home or On-The-Go
