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Audiovox Xpress XMC-10A manual

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    Important: This manual contains important safety and operating information. Please read, understand, and follow the instructions in this manual. Failure to do so could result in personal injury , death, and/or damage to your Xpress accessories, and/or to your vehicle or property v ehicle guide XMC-10A[...]

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    2 Congratulations .......................................................................... 3 FCC Information ........................................................................ 4 Cautions and W arnings ............................................................. 5 Contents XMC10A .............................................................[...]

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    3 Congratulations Congratulations Thank you for purchasing the Audiovox Xpress XM ® Satellite Radio 2nd V ehicle 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[...]

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    4 FCC Information Please note that the power cable that has been supplied with your device is supplied with permanently attached ferrite beads at each end. It is the responsibility of the user to use the cable with the ferrite beads. The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by XM ® Satellite Radio Inc. can void th[...]

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    5 Cautions and W arnings 1. Do not install the XMC10A vehicle cradle in a position that hinders your view through the windshield, or obstructs viewing of the dashboard indicators and displays. 2 . Do not install 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[...]

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    6 Swivel Bracket 1 pc. 12 Volt-to-5 Volt DC Power Adapter 1 pc. Install Manual Antenna 1 pc. Cradle XMC10A 1 pc. XM SureConnect Kit 1 pc. Cassette Adapter 1pc. See XM SureConnect Vehicle installation Contents XMC10A Contents[...]

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    7 OPTIONAL(sold separately) FM Direct Adapter (P/N XMFM-1) ACCESSORY KIT Alcohol Cleaning Pad, Surface Cleaning Pad, Instruction Sheet, Antenna Cable Exit Plug Audio Cable (P/N SAT-RCA) Contents XMC10A (Cont) Contents[...]

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    8 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 locations exposed to direct sunlight or, in areas subject to extreme temperatures. 3. Incorrect installation may cause damage to th[...]

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    9 Setting Up and Installing Y our Kit NOTE: The XM signal can be received and processed virtually anywhere as long as there are no obvious satellite signal obstructions such as nearby buildings, high terrain, parking garages ortunnels. 1. Cabling Interconnections Y ou can begin to enjoy XM Satellite Radio as soon as the Xpress XM Receiver and V ehi[...]

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    10 Interconnect Diagram AUX AUDIO INPUT TO AUDIO OUTPUT OF EXTERNAL PLA YBACK DEVICE. THIS PERMITS AUDIO FROM AN EXTERNAL DEVICE SUCH AS A PORT ABLE CD PLA YER OR MP3 PLA YER TO BE PLA YED THROUGH THE XPRESS XM FM MODULA T OR . NOTE: 1. IF THE XMC10A IS INST ALLED USING THE OPTIONAL XMFM-1 FM DIRECT ADAPTER, DO NOT CONNECT AN AUDIO CABLE TO THE AUD[...]

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    11 XMC10A CRADLE (REAR VIEW) XM ANTENNA OPTIONAL SA T-RCA AUDIO CABLE (SOLD SEP ARA TEL Y) (CONNECT TO AUXILIARY AUDIO INPUTS ON VEHICLE HEAD UNIT .) OPTIONAL FM DIRECT ADAPTER XMFM-1 (SOLD SEP ARA TEL Y ) TO VEHICLE RADIO ANTENNA JACK XMC10A CRADLE (RIGHT SIDE VIEW) Interconnect Diagram (Cont) Setting Up and Installing Y our Kit[...]

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    12 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 be beneficial to warm the adhesive backing on the bracket using a portable hair dryer , or by holding the backing surface in front of a vehicle heater vent.[...]

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    13 NOTE: Allow a 72-hour period for the adhesive backing to cure completely . e. Remove the plastic liner from the adhesive backing on the bracket, and fix the base in position on the surface; make sure the mounting pad is accurately positioned on the first try , since repositioning may be difficult, if not impossible. f . If the bracket is to be s[...]

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    14 SCREW HOLES (2) FOR DIRECT HARD MOUNTING PLASTIC LINER AND ADHESIVE BACKING SWIVEL ADJUSTMENT SCREW SWIVEL BRACKET SIDE (HORIZONT AL) MOUNTING CONFIGURA TION VERTICAL MOUNTING CONFIGURA TION XMC10A CRADLE ASSEMBL Y Setting Up and Installing Y our Kit[...]

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    15 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 [...]

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    16 CRADLE FRONT VIEW CONNECTOR GUIDE PIN XMC10A SYSTEM CONNECTOR Xpress XM RECEIVER SYSTEM CONNECTOR Xpress XM RECEIVER REAR VIEW RAISED DETENT RECEIVER NOTCH Setting Up and Installing Y our Kit[...]

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    17 5. Connection Options The Xpress Receiver and Cradle provide an audio output signal in three ways: a. FM Modulator - When using the XMC10A cradle with the FM modulator option, the XM audio signal can be received through your vehicle’s radio on selectable FM frequencies using the menu option included in your Xpress Receiver . (Refer to the User[...]

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    18 XM research and lab test results show that using a vehicle cassette adapter can best maximize the relationship between the best sound quality and ease of installation (see chart below). OPTIONAL SA T-RCA AUDIO CABLE (SOLD SEP ARA TEL Y) (CONNECT TO AUXILIARY AUDIO INPUTSON VEHICLE HEAD UNIT .) OPTIONAL FM DIRECT ADAPTER XMFM-1 (SOLD SEP ARA TEL [...]

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    19 1 2 3 4 Xpress Cassette Adapter Installation . Installation is simple. 1.) Plug the end jack (1) into the X M Xpress Car Cradle’s audio output (2). 2.) Insert the cassette adapter (3) in the vehicle’s in-dash cassette slot (4). Setting Up and Installing Y our Kit[...]

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    20 KEEP EXCESS CABLE UNDER OR BEHIND THE DASHBOARD OPTION 1 OPTION 2 6. Installation Guidelines Step 1. First, determine the proper location for your XM satellite radio antenna based on the following criteria for your specific vehicle: a . Y ou must locate the satellite radio antenna on the top of the roof either in front of the rear window (option[...]

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    21 e. For option 2 and front mounting locations, route the cable along the door jam and into the vehicle as shown. Route the cable across the weather seal near the bottom of the door to reduce water leaks. c . Avoid kinking, crimping, twisting or chafing the cable. Use pre-existing wire channels when possible. d. For option 1 and rear mounting loca[...]

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    22 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 so you can be certain there is ample clearance provided for the cables. Step 2. Once you have plugged the power and antenna jacks into the vehicle cradle, secure the cables with tape or wire ties to all[...]

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    23 NOTES Notes[...]

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    24 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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    25 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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    Audiovox Electronics Corporation 150 Marcus Blvd. Hauppauge, New Y ork 1 1788 U.S.A. 1 800 645 4994 www.audiovox.com Printed on Recycled Paper ©2006 Audiovox Electronics Corporation. All rights reserved. XM name and related logos are trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc. XMC-10A 128-7472H[...]