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Vehicle InstallationGuide
for use with XR9
Satellite Radio Receiver
XC9 Car Cradle
Released: 9-30-04
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Page 1: ...128 7218 1 of 20 Vehicle Installation Guide for use with XR9 Satellite Radio Receiver XC9 Car Cradle Released 9 30 04 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 SATELLITE RADIO ...
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Page 3: ...s 5 Contents XC9 6 Hardware Kit 6 Installation Wiring Precautions 7 Setting Up and Installing Your Kit 7 Interconnect Diagram 8 Using Other Manufacturer s Mounts 11 Installing the XR9 Into the Cradle 11 Connection Options 13 Mounting the Vehicle Antenna 14 Warranty 18 ...
Page 4: ...ts are sold Audiovox Home Kit XH9 Accessories Audiovox Vehicle Kit XC9 RCA Adapter Cable SAT RCA Audiovox Boombox XB9 FM Switching Box SAT SWB Required subscription for service sold separately Premium Channels available at additional monthly costs Instal lation costs and other fees and taxes may apply including a one time activation fee All fees and programming subject to change College sports gam...
Page 5: ...he vehicle operator to adhere to all safe driving and traffic regulations 4 This unit complies with the interference limits relative to a Class B digital device applicable under Part 15 of the FCC Rules regarding installation in a residential environment If the unit is not installed in accordance with these instruc tions it could cause harmful interference to radio or television reception If this ...
Page 6: ... DC Power Adapter P N 112 3456 1 pc Antenna 1 pc P N 118 1133 Cradle XC9 P N 136 3771 1 pc Alcohol Swab P N 138 1189 1 pc FM Switching Box Assy P N SAT SWB 6 Meter HARDWARE KIT P N 150 1579 1 6 W X 2 Long Double Sided Foam Tape P N 138 1305 1 pc 1 pc DC IN FM OUT AUX AUDIO ANT Screw Pan Hd Philips M4 x 8mm w captive Flat Lock Washer 4 pc ...
Page 7: ... line of sight access by the supplied remote control unit 7 Installation Wiring Precautions 1 To prevent a short circuit be sure to turn off the ignition and remove the negative battery cable prior to installation Connect power wires last 2 Do not install the unit in the locations exposed to direct sunlight or in areas subject to extreme temperatures 3 Incorrect installation may cause damage to th...
Page 8: ...THE XC9 IS INSTALLED USING THE FM SWITCHING BOX SAT SWB OPTION DO NOT CONNECT THE AUDIO CABLE TO THE LINE OUT CONNECTOR OF THE CRADLE 2 THE FM TRANSMITTER OPTION MUST BE SET TO FM ON IN THE XR9 USER MENU REFER TO THE OWNER S MANUAL PUBLICATION NO 128 7220 X M ANTENNA TO VEHICLE 12 VDC POWER RECEPTACLE OPTIONAL FM SWITCHING BOX SAT SWB PURCHASED SEPARATELY TO VEHICLE RADIO ANTENNA JACK OPTIONAL SAT...
Page 9: ...and thoroughly wipe the area dry with a clean lint free cloth d If the outside air temperature is cold it may be beneficial to warm the adhesive backing on the base using a portable hair dryer or by holding the backing surface in front of a vehicle heater vent e Remove the plastic liner from the adhesive backing on the base and fix the base in position on the surface make sure the mounting pad is ...
Page 10: ...le Sided Tape You can mount the cradle directly to your dashboard or other flat surface without using the cradle mount in the kit a Remove the 3 4 x 3 double sided tape from the supplied kit b Determine the location of the cradle and clean the mounting surface as before c Peel the backing from one side of the tape and press the tape in place on the rear or bottom cradle mounting plate d Peel the b...
Page 11: ...Manufacturer s Mounts The XC9 Cradle can also be installed using other manufacturer s mounts the mounting plate provisions on the rear of the cradle 5 Installing the XR9 into the Cradle Install the XR9 as follows a Carefully line up the XR9 rear spine grooves with the cradle guide spines slide the latch tab lever to the unlock position and lower the XR9 into the cradle provide you with multiple mo...
Page 12: ...will enter the XR9 latching tab recess to prevent vertical movement The XR9 should now be nestled securely in the cradle 12 16 PIN SYSTEM CONNECTOR CRADLE FRONTVIEW CRADLE TOPVIEW LATCH TAB LOCK UNLOCK LEVER XR9 LATCHING TAB CRADLE GUIDESPINES CONNECTOR GUIDEPIN CRADLE REAR VIEW LATCH TAB LOCK UNLOCK LEVER XR9 REAR VIEW XR9 REAR SPINE GROOVES XR9 LATCHING TABRECESS DC IN FM OUT AUX AUDIO ANT ...
Page 13: ...rd wired FM output Connect the switching box to the FM OUT connector on the rear of the cradle the other end of the switching box plugs into the antenna jack of your radio By using this assembly and selecting the appropriate FM output frequency 88 1MHz 107 9MHz using the XR9 FM Options Frequency Control menu the XM signal received at the ANT cradle antenna input can be played through your car radi...
Page 14: ...ve the antenna to different positions on the surface until an audio output is heard The desired antenna position should be marked with masking tape or by another non scratch method 7 Mounting the Vehicle Antenna The antenna should be placed on a relatively flat surface on the vehicle exterior preferably on the roof high point or on the trunk convertible To mount the antenna a Plug the antenna into...
Page 15: ...ake adjustments and take up slack whenever necessary g At the lowest point of the rear window route the cable into the trunk taking advantage of existing cable conduits Then snake the cable around the passenger compartment to the back of the XC9 cradle h In SUV s minivans etc route the cable into the vehicle under the rubber molding of the hatch door or tailgate and then under the interior trim NO...
Page 16: ...of 20 16 i Plug the antenna cable into the ANT connector on the back of the cradle then plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the lighter receptacle j You are now ready to enjoy XM programming within your vehicle ...
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Page 18: ...l number bar code label s THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY SHALL BE L...
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