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XM Satellite Radio XMC10 Installation Manual Download Page 11

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XMC10 CRADLE

(REAR VIEW)

XM ANTENNA

OPTIONAL SAT-RCA
AUDIO CABLE
(PURCHASED SEPARATELY)

(CONNECT TO AUXILIARY
AUDIO INPUTS ON
VEHICLE HEAD UNIT.)

OPTIONAL FM DIRECT

ADAPTER XMFM-1

(PURCHASED SEPARATELY)

TO VEHICLE RADIO
ANTENNA JACK

XMC10 CRADLE

(RIGHT SIDE VIEW)

Interconnect Diagram (Cont)

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Summary of Contents for XMC10

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Page 2: ...t 7 Installation Wiring Precautions 8 Setting Up and Installing Your Kit 9 Cabling Interconnections 9 Installing the Cradle Mount Base Assembly 9 Interconnect Diagram 10 Using Other Manufacturer s Mounts 15 Installing the Xpress XM Into the Cradle 15 Connection Options 17 Installation Guidelines 20 Warranty 26 ...

Page 3: ...atellite Radio provider with over 4 million customers 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 specific installation needs These kits are available at retailers where Audiovox main units are sold Required subscription for service sold separately Installation costs and other fees and taxes may apply...

Page 4: ...Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not c...

Page 5: ...l the unit where it may obstruct the operation or deployment of safety devices such as airbags etc 3 Do not allow operation of the unit to detract from safe driving practices remember that you are responsible as the vehicle operator to adhere to all safe driving and traffic regulations 4 By adhering to these warnings and safety considerations serious accidents and or personal injury can be avoided...

Page 6: ...6 SwivelBracket 1 pc Contents XMC10 12 Volt to 5 Volt DC Power Adapter 1 pc Install Manual Antenna 1 pc Cradle XMC10 1 pc ...

Page 7: ...KIT Alcohol Cleaning Pad Surface Cleaning Pad Instruction Sheet Antenna Cable Exit Plug CLA Female Socket 1 pc OPTIONAL Audio Cable P N SAT RCA FM Direct Adapter P N XMFM 1 Contents XMC10 Cont Cassette Adapter 1pc ...

Page 8: ...o the system Mount the unit firmly in place using the supplied hardware 4 Be careful not to damage the vehicle wiring 5 Be sure to use the supplied screws and washers 6 Be careful not to snag any wires when tightening screws 7 Use only the 12 Volt to 5 Volt DC Power Adapter supplied Use of an alternative power adapter may damage the Xpress XM unit and or the XMC10 cradle CAUTION You could drain th...

Page 9: ...s soon as the Xpress XM Receiver and Vehicle Kit installation are complete Set up your Audiovox Xpress XM System using the following installation instructions or enlist the help of a professional installer 2 Installing the Cradle Mount Base Assembly a Interconnect all of the components as shown on the adjacent page to verify that the system operates normally b Locate a firm reasonably flat surface...

Page 10: ... NOTE 1 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 THE FM TRANSMITTER OPTION MUST BE SET TO FM ON IN THE XPRESS XM USER MENU REFER TO THE OWNER S MANUAL PUBLICA TION NO 128 7454C CLA FEMALE SOCKET WIRES TO VEHICLE 12 VDC POWER RECEPTACLE 12V to 5V DC POWER ADAPTER TO VEHICLE 12 VDC POWER RECEPTACLE O...

Page 11: ...IONAL SAT RCA AUDIO CABLE PURCHASED SEPARATELY CONNECT TO AUXILIARY AUDIO INPUTS ON VEHICLE HEAD UNIT OPTIONAL FM DIRECT ADAPTER XMFM 1 PURCHASED SEPARATELY TO VEHICLE RADIO ANTENNA JACK XMC10 CRADLE RIGHT SIDE VIEW Interconnect Diagram Cont ...

Page 12: ...re and planning when selecting the mounting location If the bracket is to be screwed to the surface make sure the area in back of the mounting surface is clear of wires or other items to prevent unintentional damage c Using the alcohol swab supplied with your kit clean the mounting surface and thoroughly wipe the area dry with a clean lint free cloth d If the outside air temperature is cold it may...

Page 13: ...the first try since repositioning may be difficult if not impossible f If the bracket is to be screwed in place do not remove the plastic liner from the adhesive backing Use appropriate sheet metal or machine screws for this purpose g To mount the XMC10 cradle atop the swivel bracket line up the slot at the rear of the cradle with the bracket retainer tab and slide the cradle down so that the slot...

Page 14: ...EW HOLES 2 FOR DIRECT HARD MOUNTING PLASTIC LINER AND ADHESIVE BACKING SWIVEL ADJUSTMENT SCREW S W I V E L BRACKET SIDE HORIZONTAL MOUNTING CONFIGURATION VERTICAL MOUNTING CONFIGURATION XMC10 CRADLE ASSEMBLY ...

Page 15: ...brackets 4 Installing the Xpress XM Receiver into the Cradle Install the Receiver as follows a After making sure the connectors and guide pin hole are properly lined up gently lower the Xpress XM Receiver into the cradle and press down on the Xpress XM Receiver to mate the connectors together The raised detent on the cradle will enter the notch on the rear of the Receiver indicating the Xpress XM ...

Page 16: ...16 CRADLE FRONTVIEW CONNECTOR GUIDEPIN XMC10 SYSTEM CONNECTOR Xpress XM RECEIVER SYSTEM CONNECTOR Xpress XM RECEIVER REAR VIEW RAISED DETENT RECEIVER NOTCH ...

Page 17: ...ugh your vehicle radio when the car radio is tuned to one of the available frequencies b FM Direct Wiring 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 c Low Level Audio Output For vehicles equipped with radio head units with auxiliary audio inputs the audio signal can be...

Page 18: ...ab test results show that using a vehicle cas sette adapter can best maximize the relationship between the best sound quality and ease of installation see chart below OPTIONAL SAT RCA AUDIO CABLE PURCHASED SEPARATELY CONNECT TO AUXILIARY AUDIO INPUTSON VEHICLE HEAD UNIT OPTIONAL FM DIRECT ADAPTER XMFM 1 PURCHASED SEPARATELY TO VEHICLE RADIO ANTENNA JACK XMC10 CRADLE RIGHT SIDE VIEW ...

Page 19: ...ress Cassette Adapter Installation Installation is simple 1 Plug the end jack 1 into the XM7 Xpress Car Cradle s audio output 2 2 Insert the cassette adapter 3 in the vehicles in dash cassette slot 4 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 20: ...e radio antenna can be to the FM antenna the better the wireless FM reception and sound quality will be In order to optimize the operation of the wireless FM modulator follow the installation guidelines outlined in steps 1 through 4 as follows Step 1 First determine the proper location for your satellite radio antenna based on the following criteria for your specific vehicle a You must locate the ...

Page 21: ... tothe vehicle s FM antenna d Avoid kinking crimping twisting or chafing the cable Use pre existing wire channels when possible e For option 1 and rear mounting locations route the cable into the trunk as shown in the previous illustration Always cross the weather seal at the lowest part of the trunk to reduce water leaks From the trunk route the cable into the passenger compartment through availa...

Page 22: ...in your vehicle to keep the product within easy reach while driving Choosing a lower location in your installation should also make it easier to manage the cables and achieve a more desirable appearance when the installation is completed A lower location for the receiver in the vehicle will ensure that the installation does not cause interference with other FM radios outside the vehicle See illust...

Page 23: ...llustration at right to improve the overall appearance of the installation Step 4 Re use the cable twist ties that were provided with the power adapter and car antenna cables and always be sure to gather bundle twist tie and secure any excess cable remaining after determining the best location for your satellite radio intallation ...

Page 24: ...nstallation and avoid any undesirable accidental damage to the cables that might result in loss of power or satellite signal For wireless FM modulator installations securing and tie wrapping the excess cable is important to reduce background hissing noise Be sure to choose a location carefully by taking notice of how doors and trunks open and close as well as how seats move when they are adjusted ...

Page 25: ...25 NOTES ...

Page 26: ...e e g dated bill of sale specification of defect s transportation prepaid to an approved warranty station or the Company at the address shown below 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 sa...

Page 27: ...HS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUEN TIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WHATSOEVER No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product Some states do not allow limitations on how long an impli...

Page 28: ... 2006 Audiovox Electronics Corporation 128 7472D ...

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