Audiovox XMH-10A manual

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    2 Congratulations .................................................................................. 3 FCC Information ................................................................................. 4 Cautions and W arnings ...................................................................... 5 Contents XMH-10A ..................................[...]

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    3 Congratulations Thank you for purchasing the Audiovox Xpress XM ® Satellite Radio Home Kit. 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 entertainment. XM is America’s number one satellite radio service with more than 7 million subscribers. B[...]

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    4 FCC Information The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by XM ® Satellite Radio Inc. can void the user’s authority to operate this device. 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 [...]

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    5 Cautions and Warnings 1. Do not install the Home Cradle in a position that obstructs viewing of any home entertainment component, such as a television, or stereo system indicators and displays. 2. This unit complies with the interference limits relative to a Class B digital device, applicable under Part 15 of the FCC Rules regarding installation [...]

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    6 Install Manual DC Power Adapter (P/N 112-3592) 1 pc. Cradle XMH-10A (P/N 136-4060) 1 pc. Antenna (P/N 118-1134) 1 pc. Audio Cable (P/N 112-3599) 1 pc. Contents XMH-10A Contents[...]

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    7 Installation / Wiring Precautions Installation/Wiring Precautions 1. Make sure the adapter cable is not connected to an AC wall outlet until all interconnections have been made and verified. The adapter power cable should be connected last. 2. Do not install the unit in the locations exposed to direct sunlight or in areas subject to extreme tempe[...]

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    8 AUDIO CABLE CRADLE XMH-10A TO AC W ALL OUTLET HOME ANTENNA DC POWER ADAPTER AUDIO INPUT TO EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER. a. In a major city , where X M ground repeaters are present, you can usually place the antenna away from a window and still achieve the desired results. If you experience a loss of signal or audio, reposition the antenna inside the home [...]

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    9 16-PIN SYSTEM CONNECTOR DOCKING ST A TION FRONT VIEW DOCKING ST A TION TOP VIEW CONNECTOR GUIDE PIN a. After making sure the connectors and guide pin hole are properly lined up, gently lower the Xpress XM Receiver into the cradle and gently press down on the Xpress XM Receiver to mate the connectors together . 3. Installing the Xpress In the Crad[...]

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    10 ANT IN RF CONNECTOR DOCKING ST A TION REAR VIEW DC IN CONNECTOR AUDIO OUT CONNECTOR 4. Aiming your XM Home Antenna If the Xpress display says “NO SIGNAL,” the antenna needs to be repositioned. In addition, even if you are receiving the XM signal, it is recommended that you optimize the position of your XM Antenna as described in this section[...]

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    11 T o access and use this screen, refer to the Xpress XM Satellite Radio Receiver User Guide. Adjust the antenna location until the maximum number of “Satellite” bars is displayed. The Xpress XM Receiver will receive programming as long as either the satellite or terrestrial signal has at least two bars displayed. Selecting a position with the[...]

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    12 a. Positioning the XM Antenna The antenna supplied with the Xpress XM Home Kit is a high gain type that can receive XM ’s signal from one of XM’s satellites and/or , depending on where you live, XM ’s terrestrial repeaters. It is recommended that the antenna be positioned near a south-facing window or outdoors with a clear view of the sout[...]

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    13 c. Outdoor installation or indoor wall mounting The antenna can also be attached vertically to an external or internal wall if that is more convenient than placing it on a horizontal surface. 1. Holding your antenna up, find a wall location that ensures a strong signal. It is recommended that you use an extension cord to temporarily locate your [...]

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    14 NOTE: Do not cut the antenna cable and attempt to splice it or attach alternative connectors or cable. The cable and connectors used in your XMH-10A Home Kit are specially chosen and attached at the factory to ensure that they will work with XM‘s unique frequency band. If an antenna extension is required, use the T erk by Audiovox XM-EXT50. Th[...]

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    15 8. If the antenna is mounted outside, route the cable from the antenna position to the interior of the home, working the cable through the basement, under a window sill, etc.; make adjustments and take up slack whenever necessary . 9. Plug the antenna cable into the ANT IN connector on the back of the cradle. 10. Plug the DC Adapter jack into th[...]

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    16 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 original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or recondi[...]

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    17 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 IMPL[...]

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