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    - 1 - Released: 9-15-05[...]

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    - 2 - Congratulations Thank you for purchasing the Audiovox Xpress XM ® Satellite Receiver . Y ou are one step closer to experiencing the latest innovation in XM ® Satellite Radio. XM ® Satellite Radio will revolutionize your vehicle or in-home entertain- ment. XM ® features over 150 digital channels — 100% commercial-free music, over 30 chan[...]

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    - 3 - Cautions and W arnings • This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. • The owner or operator shall not make [...]

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    - 4 - T ABLE OF CONTENTS Congratulations ................................................................................... 2 Cautions and Warnings ....................................................................... 3 T ABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................................... 4 T ABLE OF FIGURES ................[...]

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    - 5 - T ABLE OF FIGURES Figure 1. Y our Receiver 8-Character Alphanumeric ID ...................... 8 Figure 2. Xpress Receiver Unit ........................................................... 9 Figure 3. Xpress Receiver Unit Display Screen ................................. 1 1 Figure 4. XM and Audiovox Logos Power ON Screen .......................[...]

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    - 6 - Xpress SYSTEM COMPONENTS Remote Control Unit Part Number 136-4042 3 Vdc Battery for Remote, (1) CR2032 XM 7 Receiver Model Xpress Part Number 136-4040[...]

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    - 7 - INTRODUCTION The Audiovox Xpress XM 7 unit processes the XM satellite sig- nals received by the externally mounted antenna (purchased separately for Home or Boom Box Kits). The Xpress XM 7 unit recognizes and decodes the incoming XM program information and provides an audio signal to your radio or other audio output equipment. NOTE: When inst[...]

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    - 8 - GETTING ST ARTED XM Activation Activating your XM 7 radio service is easy . Y ou have one of two choices to activate your service: Online or by Phone. Online Activation Process First, please make sure the Xpress XM 7 unit is working prop- erly by tuning to the XM 7 Preview channel (#1). If you can hear XM 7 Preview , your equipment is ready .[...]

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    - 9 - Online Activation Process Once the ID code is obtained, log on to XM 7 at http://activate.xmradio.com and follow the easy instructions to activate your Xpress XM 7 unit. Call-in Activation Process Call XM 7 at 1-800-XM RADIO (1-800-967-2346). One of XM 7 ’s friendly Customer Care representatives will take the necessary information and walk [...]

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    - 10 - Controls Receiver Control Features Display Button - This button allows the user to choose one of four (4) different formats to present the Artist, Song T itle and data service information on the LCD screen. Search Button - This button allows the user to search the next channel category as well as between preset channels or perform a continuo[...]

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    - 11 - Jump Button – This button allows the user to jump to the Previous Channel (i.e., switch between the current and previ- ous channel. Preset/Direct Button (pre./dir .) - Each momentary press of the PRESET button allows the user to switch between (3) banks of Channel presets (10 presets each A, B, and C) plus Direct channel entry . When in an[...]

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    - 12 - BASIC OPERA TION With the Xpress XM 7 unit properly installed, activated and con- nected to your home/vehicle audio system or boom box, pro- ceed as follows: T urning Xpress ON and OFF Set up your Audiovox Xpress XM 7 unit using the installation instructions included in this Kit (Home Kit, or Boom Box Kit), or with the help of a professional[...]

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    - 13 - Menu Options T o enter the Menu Options page, press the MENU Button on either the remote control or the main unit. The Main Menu list will appear on the screen (see Figure 6). Using the Rotary/Select Knob, highlight the option you wish to adjust turning (CW) scrolls DOWN and (CCW) will scroll UP through the various menus and lists. The curre[...]

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    - 14 - FM Frequency The following Frequency Setting adjustments are possible: NOTE: The Xpress XM 7 unit has an internal wireless FM trans- mitter , which allows you to play the audio through any standard FM receiver , eliminating the need for hardwire connections. In certain urban areas of the country where strong FM stations may overpower the Xpr[...]

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    - 15 - Brightness + Contrast This feature allows the user to adjust the brightness and con- trast of the unit’s display (see Figure 9) . Upon entering either the brightness or contrast adjustment mode, a horizontal bar graph is displayed with a minus (-) sign on the left and a plus (+) on the right. Use the Rotary/Select Knob to highlight the con[...]

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    - 16 - NOTE: T o prevent distortion caused by overdriving the audio playback device input, it is recommended that you adjust the audio level signal to mid-range. Figure 10. Audio Level Screen Antenna Aiming (Home Installation) This feature allows the user to aim the antenna to optimize XM 7 signal reception (see Figure 1 1). Upon entering the anten[...]

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    - 17 - Direct T une Turn the Rotary/Select Knob CW or CCW to highlight choice (Di- rect Tune On or Direct Tune Off). When the desired setting is highlighted, press the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select Button on the remote control to confirm (see Figure 12). The direct tune function when enabled (ON), allows the user to manu- ally tune to a sta[...]

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    - 18 - Channel Skip/Add The Channel Skip/Add function provides the ability to skip over certain channels when using the Rotary/Select Knob or the UP and DOWN buttons on the Remote Control. Upon entering this mode, a channel list is displayed with the current channel in play highlighted (see Figure 14). In front of each channel is a plus sign (+) si[...]

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    - 19 - Figure 16. T une Select Screen This feature allows the user to store current program information (Artist and Song title) for future comparison against the incoming XM 7 signal. The Xpress XM 7 unit can hold up to 20 entries, after which any new information saved will replace the oldest entry in memory . T o store a song or artist, press and [...]

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    - 20 - Select By-Song This feature enables the Xpress XM 7 unit to search incoming XM 7 broadcast for stored content by song title. Use the Rotary/ Select Knob or the UP and DOWN buttons on the remote control and select the “Select by Song”. Press the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select Button on the remote to confirm the selection (see Figur[...]

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    - 21 - Stock Ticker This feature allows the user to monitor various stocks . The Xpress XM 7 unit can monitor up to 20 stock symbols. Use the Rotary/Select Knob or the remote control up down buttons to select “Add Stocks” or “Erase Stocks” (see Figure 21). Press the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select Button on the remote control to confi[...]

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    - 22 - Erase Stock This feature allows the user to erase Stock T ickers individually or all together (see Figure 23). Use the Rotary/Select Knob or the UP or DOWN buttons on the remote control to highlight the desired action, and press the Rotary/Select Knob or (XM) Se- lect Button on the remote control to confirm the selection. Figure 23. Erase St[...]

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    - 23 - Erase Some Stock This feature allows the user to erase Stock T ickers individually (see Figure 25). Use the Rotary Select Knob or the Up and Down buttons on the Remote Control to confirm the deletion. The stock will be immediately removed. T o exit this function, press the Menu button to revert to previously active screen (Figure 5). A messa[...]

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    - 24 - Figure 26. Info Extra Screen Display Screen Mode This feature allows the user to personalize the display of the unit to individual preferences. Upon entering Display Screen mode (see Figure 27), the user can adjust the way information is viewed. Use the Rotary/Select Knob or the remote control UP and DOWN buttons to highlight the setting you[...]

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    - 25 - Scrolling Display The Scrolling Display feature allows the user to program the Xpress XM 7 unit to scroll stock tickers or Info Extra information across the bottom portion of the screen (continuous stream of information). The paging mode feature presents the data one page at a time and is useful when viewing the display at a distance. Upon e[...]

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    - 26 - Set Clock This feature allows the user to personalize the clock display . The clock data is provided via the XM 7 signal, and is displayed according to the users settings. Use the Rotary/Select Knob or the UP and DOWN buttons on the remote control and highlight one of the three options on the Set Clock Screen (See figure 30). Press the Rotar[...]

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    - 27 - 12/24 Hour This feature is used to set the time displayed to either a 12-hour (Default) or 24-hour format (see Figure 32). Use the Rotary/ Select Knob or the remote control UP and DOWN buttons to highlight either “12 hour Clock” or “24 Hour Clock” then press the Rotary/Select Knob or the Remote’s (XM) Select button to enter your se[...]

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    - 28 - Auto-On The Xpress XM 7 unit is configured to shut down when the vehicle is shut OFF or power is disconnected. By default, when the power to the unit is reapplied the user must press the Power button to turn the unit back ON. This feature allows the user to program the Xpress XM 7 unit to automatically turn ON when the power to the unit is r[...]

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    - 29 - Figure 35. Auto-Off / Sleep Timer Screen Set Factory Defaults This feature allows the user to reset the Xpress XM 7 unit back to the original factory settings. Upon entering the Factory De- fault mode, use the Rotary/Select Knob or the UP and DOWN buttons on the remote control to switch between the No or Y es function. If yes is selected all[...]

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    - 30 - Exit Menu- T o exit the menu options rotate the Rotary/Select Knob CW or press the down arrow on the remote control to highlight ‘Exit Menu’. Press the Rotary/Select Knob or the (XM) Select button on the remote control to confirm the selection. Search Button The Search button provides the ability to search by category or to scan directly[...]

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    - 31 - Memory This feature allows the user to program into memory favorite song titles, artist names and channel information. T o make an entry , press the memory (mem.) button and a “Saved in Memory” confirmation screen will appear (see Figure 39). Up to 20 entries can be stored. When 20 entries have been stored any new information that is sav[...]

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    - 32 - Pre./Dir The Pre./Dir button determines whether the numbered buttons 0 through 9 will operate as a keypad for entering station numbers directly , or as presets (A, B, C) used to select stations. The unit informs the operator by displaying the selected mode (DIRECT , PRESET A, PRESET B, PRESET C) on the top line of the display . Numbered Butt[...]

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    - 33 - T urning The Xpress Unit OFF T o turn the Xpress XM 7 unit OFF , press the power button on the unit or on the remote control. The following screen will appear , the curved lines on either side of the XM 7 logo gradually disap- pear and the unit will shut down. Figure 42. Exit Screen[...]

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    - 34 - The wireless remote control supplied with the Xpress XM 7 unit is capable of operating most of the features from a remote location. Each button on the remote control functions in the same way as the button on the Xpress XM 7 unit. For a full description of a keypad button and function refer to the preced- ing sections in this manual. For opt[...]

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    - 35 - Menu Button (menu) – The MENU button is used to access “Main Menu” options which allows the user to make feature function adjustments and set personal preferences. Upon en- tering the main menu mode, use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight the desired function. Press the (XM) SELECT button to confirm the selection. Select Button (XM) [...]

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    - 36 - Search Button (search) – Depressing the Search button will cause the unit to initiate a search based on the search mode stored in the unit. Channel Up Button – This button is used to scroll through upper channels in the channel list as well as navigate to the next higher line in a list of menu options. Channel Down Button – This button[...]

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    - 37 - CARE AND CLEANING • Keep the unit away from excessive moisture or where it may get wet. • It is strongly recommended that the unit be installed and kept away from heat sources or direct sunlight. • When cleaning, use only a soft, dry cloth. • Never use any chemicals, abrasives, solvents, alcohol based cleaning solutions or ammonia. ?[...]

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    - 38 - SPECIFICA TIONS Audio Output 3.5mm Diameter Min-Stereo Jack AUX (Audio) Input 3.5mm Diameter Min-Stereo Jack Power Supply: 5 V olt, 2 Amp Maximum, Negative Ground, DC Input. CAUTION: Use only the Audiovox approved adapter specified in the kit for the Xpress XM 7 Satellite Radio Receiver , or the unit could be severely damaged. Antenna 1 RF S[...]

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    - 39 - AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of orig inal purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or re[...]

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    - 42 - © 2005 Audiovox Electronics Corporation 128-7454[...]