XM XMP3 Installation Manual Download

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Welcome to XM

Thank you for purchasing the XMp3™ Radio Car Kit . This guide walks you through the
installation of your new car kit and helps get you set up and listening fast .

What’s in the Box?

Car Cradle

Power Adapter

Swivel Mount

Vent Mount

Swivel Mount

Preparation Kit

Remote Control

Audio Cable

Car Antenna

Introduction

Summary of Contents for XMP3

Page 1: ...Car Kit Installation Guide TM ...

Page 2: ... 10 Step 4 Connect your XMp3 Radio 12 Step 5 Turning On your XMp3 Radio 14 Find an FM Frequency 15 Set the Line Out Level 17 Aim Antenna for Best Reception 18 Automatic Power 19 Power Off 20 Troubleshooting 21 Product Specs FCC and IC Info Warranty 25 Product Specifications 26 FCC and IC Statement 27 Warranty 28 Owner s Record 31 Patent Information 32 Environmental Information 32 Notes 33 Table of...

Page 3: ...Kit This guide walks you through the installation of your new car kit and helps get you set up and listening fast What s in the Box Car Cradle Power Adapter Swivel Mount Vent Mount Swivel Mount Preparation Kit Remote Control Audio Cable Car Antenna Introduction ...

Page 4: ...t XM Button Press to confirm selections Back Return to previous screen Press and hold to return to the previous channel Jump Switches between current channel and previous channel Menu Go to My Music Library access advanced features and configuration options or info extras information Number Keys Enter a channel directly or select your favorite channels and Change channels or control volume for aud...

Page 5: ...5 Vehicle Installation ...

Page 6: ...Audio Cable included XM SureConnect sold separately Cassette Adapter sold separately FM Direct Adapter sold separately WARNINGS When using this product it is always important to keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel Not doing so could result in personal injury death and or damage to your XMp3 radio accessories and or to your vehicle or other property Your XMp3 radio should be placed in...

Page 7: ...r car has such as a luggage rack and how often you use the accessories Select a location where the XM car antenna won t be covered or blocked as this could interfere with signal reception Gently place the XM car antenna in the location 3 you selected The antenna has a strong magnet that sticks to any metallic surface TIP Make sure the door does not pinch the cable when closed TIP Always cross the ...

Page 8: ...nderneath Follow the weather seal down the side of the windshield to the door jam Tuck the cable into the door jam and then under the floormat to the car cradle If you placed the XM car antenna on the rear of the vehicle route the cable under the weather seal of the rear window Tuck the antenna cable around and down the window to the lowest point just above the trunk Vehicle Installation ...

Page 9: ...by tucking it under the door jam trim or under the carpet and up to the radio 5 Make sure any excess cable does not interfere with vehicle operations TIP Always be careful to include enough slack in your cable to accommodate open doors or trunk lids Use things typically found around the home like electrical tape to secure cables in areas so that hinges do not pinch the cable with the door Hide any...

Page 10: ...llation Locate a flat surface for the mount Make sure there is ample room for the XM 1 cradle and radio when installed Clean the surface with the preparation kit and let it dry thoroughly 2 Peel off the adhesive liner Position press and hold the swivel mount in place 3 for 30 seconds IMPORTANT Let the adhesive cure for 24 hours before attaching the XM cradle and radio to the mount Turn the swivel ...

Page 11: ...es will help soften the adhesive You can reinstall the swivel mount using the extra adhesive pad Installing the Vent Mount Locate a vent with horizontal slats 1 sturdy enough to hold your XM cradle and radio Adjust the clamps to fit your vent 2 Snap the mount onto the vent 3 To remove push the mount into the vent then lift up ...

Page 12: ...ed period Plug the audio adapter jack into 3 line out on the cradle Use the audio cable included if your vehicle has an audio input jack Use the cassette adapter sold separately if your vehicle has a built in cassette player 4 Insert mount into the cradle then slide it up until it feels tightly in place 5 Insert your XMp3 radio into the cradle NOTE If your car does not contain a cassette player or...

Page 13: ...M Car Antenna Audio Cable or Cassette Adapter Configuration SureConnect Configuration XM Car Antenna Power Adapter Power Adapter XMp3 Car Cradle XMp3 Car Cradle Audio Cable included Cassette Adapter sold separately XM SureConnect sold separately or ...

Page 14: ... antenna A professional installation is recommended if you choose to use this method Professional installation can help improve your XMp3 radio s reception and significantly reduce the visibility of wires To learn more check with the retailer where you bought your radio or go to xmradio com accessories Step 5 Turning On your XMp3 Radio Turn on your car radio 1 Plug in the audio cable or insert the...

Page 15: ...f you are using the SureConnect or FM Direct to transmit audio you must set the FM frequency on both your XMp3 radio and your car radio Select 1 menu g Settings g Vehicle Settings g Frequency Finder Your XMp3 radio automatically scans for all available FM frequencies 2 ...

Page 16: ...ted TIP The best FM frequency to use is displayed at the top of the list It is recommended to choose that frequency However if you are not satisfied with the sound quality select a different FM frequency within the list or select View All Frequencies to see 100 frequencies press the XM button on your XMp3 radio and tune your car stereo to that frequency Vehicle Installation ...

Page 17: ... using either of these methods to transmit audio through your car s stereo you can adjust the XMp3 radio s audio level to match other audio sources Press 1 menu g Settings g Line Out Level Spin the wheel to increase or decrease the level 2 Press the 3 XM button Do not use the Line Out Level menu item as a volume control use the volume control on your car stereo instead Line Out Level is used to ad...

Page 18: ...arge cities XM has a network of ground repeaters to help increase the signal coverage Your XMp3 radio can help you Aim Antenna for Best Reception 1 Select menu g Settings g Antenna Aiming 2 The Satellite and Terrestrial bars show the level of your current signal 3 Move around your antenna if you are having trouble getting a signal Vehicle Installation ...

Page 19: ...d in and receiving power You can change this so you must manually turn the radio on off each time Press 1 menu g Settings g Vehicle Settings g Automatic Power Press the 2 XM button to toggle On or Off TIP With your XMp3 radio in the car cradle the remote will not be able to turn it on ...

Page 20: ...tte lighter is always powered 1 Press menu g Settings g Vehicle Settings gPower Off 2 Press the XM button to adjust the setting Choose the amount of time 60 90 120 or 180 minutes or Off that should pass before the radio turns off automatically 3 Press the XM button Vehicle Installation ...

Page 21: ...21 Troubleshooting ...

Page 22: ...ry this No signal Make sure the XM car antenna is mounted outside of the vehicle Move your XM car antenna or your vehicle away from the obstructed area For example if you are parked in an underground garage you should receive a signal after leaving the garage Check Antenna Make sure that the XM car antenna cable is firmly and securely plugged into the cradle Make sure the cable is not bent or brok...

Page 23: ...er channel No program information such as artist name song title or channel exists If this happens Try this XMp3 radio shuts off unexpectedly One or both of the Sleep Timer or Delayed Power features might be enabled At the Settings menu make sure both features are turned Off You do not receive all the XM channels you subscribed to If you have not yet activated your XM Satellite Radio service refer...

Page 24: ...rence from another FM channel Refer to Find an FM Frequency on page 15 when using the XM SureConnect sold separately or the FM Direct sold separately Audio sounds too soft Raise or lower the audio level until the sound quality improves Refer to Set the Line Out Level on page 17 XM Instant Traffic and Weather channels sound different from other channels These channels use a different audio technolo...

Page 25: ...25 Product Specs FCC and IC Info Warranty ON ...

Page 26: ...l 40 mm W X 119 mm H X 14 mm D 1 5 in W X 4 7 in H X 0 55 in D Weight Car Cradle 48 g 1 7 oz Antenna 85 g 3 oz Remote 60 g 2 oz Audio Outputs 3 5 mm diameter mini stereo jack External Power Voltage 5V DC Current 2000 mA Polarity Remote Battery Type CR2032 Voltage 3 V Model Numbers XMp3 Radio GEX XMP3 XMp3 Home Kit CD XMHOME1 XMp3 Car Kit CD XMPCAR1 Product Specs FCC and IC Info Warranty Product Sp...

Page 27: ...ial installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in ac cordance with the installation instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception whic...

Page 28: ...NTY APPLIES TO THE ORIGINAL OR ANY SUBSEQUENT OWNER OF THIS PIONEER PRODUCT DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD PROVIDED THE PRODUCT WAS PURCHASED FROM AN AUTHORIZED PIONEER DISTRIBUTOR DEALER IN THE U S A OR CANADA YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE A SALES RECEIPT OR OTHER VALID PROOF OF PURCHASE SHOWING THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE OR IF RENTED YOUR RENTAL CONTRACT SHOWING THE PLACE AND DATE OF FIRST RENT...

Page 29: ... EXCESS OF ITS PUBLISHED POWER RATING THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER THE CABINET OR ANY APPEARANCE ITEM USER ATTACHED ANTENNA ANY DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT RESULTING FROM ALTERATIONS MODIFICATIONS NOT AUTHORIZED IN WRITING BY PIONEER ACCIDENT MISUSE OR ABUSE DAMAGE DUE TO LIGHTNING OR TO POWER SURGES SUBSEQUENT DAMAGE FROM LEAKING DAMAGE FROM INOPERATIVE BATTERIES OR THE USE OF BATTERIES NOT CONFORMING ...

Page 30: ...A EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN THERE ARE NO REPRESENTATIONS WARRANTIES OBLIGATIONS OR CONDITIONS IMPLIED STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT TO OBTAIN SERVICE PUSA has appointed a number of Authorized Service Companies throughout the U S A should your product require service To receive warranty service you need to present your sales receipt showing place and date of original o...

Page 31: ...ow and the serial number is located on the label on the back of the XMp3 Record the serial number in the space provided below Refer to these numbers whenever you call your dealer regarding this product Model No GEX XMP3 Serial No _____________________ ...

Page 32: ...ight and other intellectual property laws and all ownership rights remain with the respective content and data service providers You are prohibited from any export of the content and or data or derivative thereof except in compliance with applicable export laws rules and regulations The user of this or any other software contained in an XM Radio is explicitly prohibited from attempting to copy dec...

Page 33: ...33 Notes ...

Page 34: ...ong Beach 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 ...

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