user guide Satellite Radio with MP3
Quick Start 1. Charge battery for at least 8 hours (page 12). 2. Set up your Helix (page 20). 3. Activate your XM subscription (page 18). 4. Listen to and record live XM* (pages 26 and 33). 5. Listen to recorded content (page 37). 6. Buy songs from XM+Napster (page 55). 7. Manage your songs and playlists from your computer (page 56). *Hardware and required monthly subscription sold separately. Recorded music not for use in commercial establishments.
Contents Features .................................................... 4 Safety Instructions .................................... 7 What’s in the Box .................................... 10 Charging the Battery .............................. 12 Helix Controls .......................................... 13 Using This Guide...................................... 15 Helix Display............................................ 16 Remote .................................................... 17 Purchasing Music .....
Introduction Features Congratulations on your purchase of the Samsung Helix™. It’s the next-generation XM2go® radio, with an XM receiver, built-in antenna, and storage for XM, MP3, or WMA music files in one portable device. Enjoy XM’s 160 channels from coast to coast, with over 80,000 hours of entertainment each month. XM offers musical choice, variety, and discovery – worlds beyond your own collection – plus a wide range of news, sports, talk, comedy, kids, and entertainment channels.
Introduction Listen to live and recorded XM* content Play MP3 and WMA files Manage your tracks, favorite channels, and playlists Listen on the go ENG Helix, Undocked Helix + Cradle + Antenna Listen to live and recorded XM* content Play MP3 and WMA files Manage your tracks, favorite channels, and playlists Listen in your car or home *Hardware and required monthly subscription sold separately. Recorded music not for use in commercial establishments.
Introduction Helix + Cradle + Antenna + PC 6 Manage content using Helix or your PC Listen to XM Radio Online Purchase music from XM+Napster and upload it to your Helix Introduction
Introduction ENG Safety Instructions Please read and understand all the instructions to avoid injury to yourself and/or damage to your Helix. Helix Digital Audio Player Do not expose to extreme temperatures (above 140°F or below -4°F, or above 60°C or below -20°C). Do not expose to moisture. Do not use Helix near water. Do not let any foreign matter spill into Helix. Do not expose to chemicals such as benzene and thinners. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Clean with a soft damp cloth only.
Introduction Earbuds and Headphones To avoid damaging your hearing: Using earbuds or headphones for an extended time can cause serious damage to your hearing. If you are exposed to a sound louder than 85 dB for an extended time, your hearing may be adversely affected. The louder the sound, the more seriously your hearing may be impaired. Ordinary conversations are about 50-60 dB; road noise levels are about 80 dB.
Introduction ENG Battery Charger Safety Caution: Opening the case may result in electric shock. Caution: The uninsulated parts inside the power adapter and cradle may cause electric shock or fire. For your safety, please do not open these components. Do not let metallic objects, such as necklaces or coins, come into contact with the power adapter plugs or battery terminal. Caution: To avoid electric shock, use the power adapter only with an outlet that matches the shape of the adapter’s plug.
Introduction What’s in the Box Helix (YX-M1) Remote (YA-RC100) 10 Introduction Battery (AH43-00007A) Home dock/cradle (YA-CD100) Earbuds (EP-360) Home XM antenna (AH42-00024A)
Introduction AC power adapter (AH61-02211A) Travel power cable (AH61-02212A) ENG What’s in the Box RCA audio cable (AH39-00901A) Also included: User guide (AH81-02210A) USB cable (AH39-00902A) Carrying case/holster (AH61-02213A) XM+Napster install CD (AH59-01733A) Introduction 11
Introduction Charging the Battery Charge the battery for at least 8 hours before using Helix for the first time, or if you have not used it for several months. Be sure to charge the battery in a place where the temperature is between 32°F and 113°F (0°C to 45°C). 2. Insert battery into player. 1. Open battery compartment. 3. Plug adapter into cradle and wall socket. When you insert Helix into a cradle, wait for the beep before powering on.
Introduction ENG Helix Controls USB jack Earbud jack Display Mode – Switch between “Live XM” or “My Music” (recorded content). XM button – Start here; press to access channels, playlists, menus, and confirm selections. Left arrow button – Pressing the left arrow button allows you to “back out” of or exit most menus. Arrow buttons – Select menu entries, change channels. Power button – Slide down to turn power on or off. Slide up to “hold” controls, preventing you from accidentally pressing a button.
Introduction Helix Controls When you dock Helix in its home cradle, both the display and arrow buttons rotate by 90° so that “up” really points up! 14 Introduction
Introduction ENG Using This Guide Throughout this guide, you will see instructions such as “Select XM Settings Setup Antenna Aiming.” This tells you to perform the following actions: 1. Press the XM button. 2. You will see a menu whose last option is “Settings.” Press the down arrow button several times to highlight “Settings,” then press the XM button to select it. 3. You will see another menu whose third option is “Setup.
Introduction Helix Display Available memory or signal strength – Green portion indicates amount of storage taken up by locked XM songs (page 40). In “Live XM” mode, you will see a signal strength indicator instead. Battery charge Mode – (((XM))) shows you’re listening to live XM. (((My Music))) shows you’re listening to stored XM content or MP3/WMA tracks. Indicates XM channel, playlist, or MP3 genre. H – ”H” indicates that the power switch is set in the “hold” position.
Introduction ENG Remote Mode – “Live XM” or “My Music” (recorded content). Power button Left arrow button – Pressing the left arrow button allows you to “back out” of or exit most menus. XM button – Access menus and confirm selections. Volume Record – Record a song or channel. Arrow buttons – Select menu entries, change channels. Bookmark – Tag interesting songs or tracks. Pause/Mute – Pause playback or mute live XM. Numeric keypad – Select XM channels by channel number.
Subscribing to XM Before you can listen to or record XM content, you must activate your Helix. 1. Set up your Helix, cradle, power adapter, and antenna (page 20 or page 22). Make sure Helix can receive the XM signal. 2. Place Helix in the “Live XM” mode (page 26). 3. Find the 8-character XM Radio ID, which is printed on the package or in the battery compartment underneath the battery. Or select XM channel 0 to view the Radio ID.
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Using Your Helix Alone Setup To AC power adapter At Home 3. To optimize signal reception, you may mount the home antenna outdoors, facing south. Make sure the antenna is not blocked by buildings or trees. 20 Using Your Helix Alone To home antenna DISPLAY 2. Connect Helix to your audio system as shown. If your audio system does not have a line-level input, use Helix’s built-in FM transmitter (page 66). Connect power adapter and home antenna. Point antenna toward the southern sky through a window.
Using Your Helix Alone ENG While Traveling If you’re traveling, you can connect the power adapter directly to Helix using the travel power cable.
Using Your Helix Alone Setup In a Vehicle (requires Car Accessory Kit YA-CP100, sold separately) Every vehicle is different; for your safety, follow all instructions carefully. Consult a professional installer if you have questions. You can listen to your Helix through your car stereo by using Helix’s built-in FM transmitter. Simply find an unused FM frequency on the stereo and set Helix to transmit on that same frequency. 1. Mount antenna to the roof or trunk of the vehicle.
Using Your Helix Alone ENG 2. Insert Helix into car cradle. 3. Connect car cradle to antenna cable and power adapter.
Using Your Helix Alone 4. To install the swivel mount, first find a suitable location. The swivel mount’s adhesive is very strong and may be difficult to remove. Do not install this mount on leather surfaces, and make sure the air temperature is at least 60°F (15°C). Clean the mounting surfaces with the surface preparation kit. Peel away the adhesive liner and firmly press the swivel mount to the surface for 30 seconds. Allow 24 hours before using the mount.
Using Your Helix Alone ENG 5. To install the vent mount, find a horizontal vent that is strong enough to hold your Helix and its cradle. To remove the vent mount, push it into the vent and lift upward slightly to release the mount’s hooks from the vent vane. 6. Find an unused FM frequency on your car stereo. 7. Set your Helix to the same FM frequency. (Refer to the section marked “Settings,” “FM Frequency.”) 8. Tune Helix to XM channel 1. You should be able to hear XM through your car stereo.
Using Your Helix Alone Live XM NOTE: You must receive a live XM signal for at least 8 hours a month (which may be split over several listening sessions). This authenticates your XM subscription and ensures that you can continue to enjoy your recorded XM content and live XM programming. If you do not dock your Helix as described, you will lose access to your recorded content and live XM programming. Turn on your Helix. Subscribe to XM (page 18) if you haven’t done so already.
Using Your Helix Alone ENG Selecting Channels Press the up or down arrow buttons to scroll through the list of channels. – OR – Press the number keys on the remote that correspond to the channel number. – OR – 1. Press the left arrow button on your Helix. You will see a virtual keypad on the display. 2. Use the arrow buttons to select the digits corresponding to the channel number. Press the XM button after highlighting each digit. 3.
Using Your Helix Alone Favorite Channels You can save your favorite channels in an easily accessible list. 1. While you’re tuned to a channel, press the XM button. 2. Select Favorites Add Channel. 3. Once you’ve saved your favorites, you can quickly access the list. From the “Live XM” screen, simply press the right arrow button to see your “Favorites” list. Press the up and down arrow buttons, then the XM button to select the desired channel. 4.
Using Your Helix Alone ENG TuneSelect™ TuneSelect™ finds your favorite artist or song whenever they’re currently being played on any XM channel. 1. When you hear one of your favorite songs, select XM Bookmark. 2. You should see the following menu: Select either “TuneSelect Artist” or “TuneSelect Song” to add the artist or song to your TuneSelect list. What’s a “bookmark”? See page 45. 3.
Using Your Helix Alone TuneSelect also allows you to type an artist name or song title even if the song isn’t currently playing on your Helix. 1. Select XM Settings Preferences TuneSelect Edit List Add TuneSelect. 2. Press the up or down arrow buttons to choose the artist or song title field. 3. Press the XM button. You will see a virtual keyboard. Type in the artist name or song title. 4. Select “Enter” when you’re finished, or select “Exit” to cancel. 5.
Using Your Helix Alone ENG Info Extras XM Satellite Radio broadcasts information such as sports scores, stocks, and other features from time to time. To choose sports or teams: 1. Select XM Settings Preferences Info Extras Sports. 2. Use the arrow buttons to highlight (in yellow) a sport or team. 3. Press the XM button to select that sport or team. The name of the sport or team will turn green. 4. You may select more than one sport or team to display. Your chosen selections are shown in blue.
Using Your Helix Alone 4. Continue selecting letters by using the arrow and XM buttons. 5. Select “Enter” when you’ve entered the entire stock symbol. Your Helix is smart enough to automatically complete some stock symbols. 6. You can track up to 20 stock symbols. When you’ve entered all your desired stock symbols, select “Exit.” 7. Press the left arrow button repeatedly (or simply wait a few seconds) until your Helix returns to normal operation.
Using Your Helix Alone ENG Recording XM Your Helix enables you to record XM content for personal, non-commercial use. You may record XM content while listening to live XM or by scheduling a recording session. You can then listen to recorded XM content on the go. You can also personalize your XM content by creating playlists for every mood and occasion.* Recording a Single Song 1. While you’re listening to live XM, select XM Record Record Song.
Using Your Helix Alone Recording a Channel 1. While you’re listening to live XM, select XM Record Rec Channel. You will record the channel you’re currently listening to. 2. To stop recording at any time, select XM Record Stop Recording. If you change channels, Helix automatically stops recording. 3. You can choose to stop recording at the end of the song you’re currently listening to by selecting XM Record Record Song.
Using Your Helix Alone ENG Scheduling a Recording Session You can set Helix to record XM at a later time. When you schedule a recording session, remember that Helix must be able to receive a live XM signal when the session begins. 1. To schedule a recording session, select XM Record Schedule Rec New Session. 2. The “Scheduled Rec” display allows you to set various options. Use the up and down arrow buttons to adjust each entry.
Using Your Helix Alone 3. To edit an existing session, select XM Record Schedule Recording. You will see a list of sessions. Highlight the session you wish to edit. You may not see all the sessions that you scheduled in the past. Sessions that have expired are automatically removed from the list. 4. Choose Edit Session to change the session’s options. 5. To delete a session, choose Cancel Session. At the scheduled time, your recording session will begin and change channels if needed.
Using Your Helix Alone ENG Listening to Recorded XM Content (My Music) When you see “My Music” at the top of the display, you’re listening to XM content that you have recorded and any MP3/WMA files you have transferred to your Helix. 1. To switch to “My Music” from “Live XM,” press the MODE button. 2. Press the up and down arrow buttons to view a list of songs that you have stored on Helix. Highlight the song you want to listen to, then press XM Play to start playing from that song. 3.
Using Your Helix Alone Organizing Your Music Finding Your Music All songs and tracks that are stored in your Helix are normally played in the order that they were recorded or transferred into your Helix. You can also sort the selections by artist, category, or channel. 1. While listening to recorded tracks in “My Music,” select XM Find. 2. Choose how to view your stored music. For example, to sort your stored music by artist, select Artists. View all songs on your Helix.
ENG Using Your Helix Alone Shows the artist’s songs in the order they were recorded. Opens the Edit window, allowing you to add an artist to a playlist, lock or unlock all the artist’s songs, or delete all the artist’s songs. 4. Once you’ve selected an artist, you will see a list of songs by that artist that you have recorded. 5. Select the song you want to hear using the arrow and XM buttons. Select XM Play to begin playing that song. 6.
Using Your Helix Alone Locking and Unlocking XM Content When you record XM, your Helix records over the oldest XM tracks first. This ensures that you always hear the latest XM content. You can “lock” a song or track to prevent Helix from recording over it. Locked songs occupy memory on your Helix and reduce your available recording time. Remember that you can buy high-fidelity songs or albums from XM+Napster that can be stored either on your Helix or on your PC. 1.
Using Your Helix Alone ENG Playlists – Adding Songs You can create one or more custom lists, called playlists. Each playlist is an index of songs that play in a certain order. You can create a “morning drive” playlist, a “workout” playlist, a “best of” playlist, and more. 1. To add a song to a playlist, first select a song using the up or down arrow buttons. The song may be a recorded XM track, an MP3 track, or a WMA track, including songs purchased through XM+Napster. 2.
Using Your Helix Alone Playlists – Removing Entries You can remove entries from a playlist. Remember that removing a song from one playlist does not remove it from any other playlist, and does not delete that song from Helix. To remove one or more songs from a playlist: 1. Select XM Playlists (playlist name) Edit Playlist Remove Songs. 2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight a song. 3. Press XM Select. The song’s name will change to green. 4.
Using Your Helix Alone Playlists – Playing ENG 1. Select XM Playlists (playlist name) Select. 2. Choose a song you want to hear and press the XM button. 3. You will see the following options: Play songs in the order listed in the playlist, starting from the selected song. Play songs in random order, starting from the selected song. To cancel random play, select a song but choose “Play” instead of “Random.” Repeat the selected song.
Using Your Helix Alone Playlists – Other Options Normally, the songs in a playlist appear in the order that they were added. To rearrange the songs in a playlist: 1. Select XM Playlists (playlist name) Edit Playlist Arrange Songs. 2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight a song. 3. “Pick up” that song by pressing the XM button. The song title changes to green. 4. Move the song using the up and down arrow buttons. 5. “Put down” the song by pressing the XM button.
Using Your Helix Alone ENG Bookmarking Songs “Bookmarks” are a great way to remember interesting songs. You can view all your bookmarks through the XM+Napster application, look up information about the artist or album, or purchase a complete, high-fidelity version of the song that you may play on multiple devices through XM+Napster. You may also purchase songs by the same artist (or similar artists) through XM+Napster. To bookmark a song in “My Music”: 1.
Using Your Helix Alone Deleting Songs When you’re no longer interested in a song or track, you can delete it from your Helix. “Deleting” a song permanently erases it from memory, and is different from “removing” a song from a playlist. To delete one song from “My Music”: 1. Press the up or down arrow buttons until you highlight the song you want to delete. 2. Select XM Edit Song Delete Yes. 3. Helix confirms the song is erased by displaying “Song Deleted.
Using Your Helix Alone ENG To delete multiple songs from “My Music”: 1. Select XM Organize Songs. 2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight a song. 3. Select XM Select Song. The song’s name will be displayed in green. 4. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight another song, and press the XM button to select that song. Do this for all the songs you want to remove. 5. Select XM Delete Yes. 6. Helix confirms that the songs are erased by displaying “Songs Deleted.
Using Helix with a PC System Requirements The PC system must meet the following requirements: Intel® Pentium®-class CPU Microsoft Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, or Windows 2000 operating system* At least 64 MB of RAM At least 13 MB of available hard disk space for XM+Napster application Internet Explorer 5.
Using Helix with a PC ENG Setup To connect your Helix to your PC: 1. If you haven’t done so already, disconnect your Helix and its cradle from your PC. 2. Insert the XM+Napster CD into your computer’s CD or DVD drive. 3. The software should start automatically. You should see the following screen on your PC: Click here to begin the installation. Click here when you’re finished with the installation procedure. Follow the directions indicated on the screen.
Using Helix with a PC 4. Reboot your PC if necessary, then launch the XM+Napster program from the shortcut on your desktop. 5. Set up Helix as shown and plug the USB cable into the PC. You can also connect the USB cable directly between your PC and Helix without using the home cradle, home antenna, and AC power adapter. WARNING: Only use the USB cable supplied in the package. Other USB cables may not allow your Helix to charge its battery or communicate with your PC. 6. Your PC should recognize Helix.
Using Helix with a PC ENG Registering with XM+Napster Choose either the XM+Napster Light service or the XM+Napster service. XM+Napster Light allows you to buy individual songs or albums whenever you want. XM+Napster lets you stream music to your PC for an additional monthly subscription.
Using Helix with a PC To register, follow these steps: 1. Click File/Sign In on the XM+Napster application. Click on the link for new members. 2. Follow the directions indicated on the registration screen. You must provide your active XM Radio ID and billing ZIP code to register.
Using Helix with a PC ENG 3. If you choose XM+Napster, you must provide a valid credit card. Registering for XM+Napster Light does not require a credit card; you only need one when you purchase individual songs or albums. Simply select “Start XM+Napster Light” instead of entering your billing information. For XM+Napster, enter your credit card information. For XM+Napster Light, simply click here. 4.
Using Helix with a PC What Can You Do with XM+Napster? Using XM+Napster, you can: Manage songs, playlists, and recording sessions on your Helix Transfer MP3 and WMA files between Helix and your PC Explore and purchase music from XM+Napster’s enormous online store Listen to XM Radio Online Exploring Explore XM+Napster’s online store and community, with over 1.5 million songs, 100,000 albums, and 80,000 artists. Search by entering an artist name, song title, or album.
Using Helix with a PC ENG Purchasing Music The XM+Napster store allows you to stream, download, or buy songs or albums. Stream – Listen to a song while your PC is connected to the Internet. Download – Store music on your PC. You can listen to these songs any time, even if your PC is offline. Buy – Purchase the track or album. You can transfer these songs to your Helix at any time.
Using Helix with a PC Organizing Your Music The “Folder” pane lets you view the tracks stored on Helix or on your PC, playlists, recording sessions, bookmarks, and more. Click on the desired folder to see its contents on the main pane. The main pane shows the contents of a folder. 56 Using Helix with a PC View and manage all the XM content you recorded, WMA, and MP3 tracks on your Helix and your PC. Drag and drop tracks or albums onto the “playlist/radio” pane to play them on your PC.
Using Helix with a PC ENG Recording Sessions View and edit your Helix recording sessions by selecting Library/Helix/XM Recordings on the XM+Napster application. Create a new recording session or choose an existing session. Enter the options for the recording session.
Using Helix with a PC Playlists You can manage your Helix playlists using XM+Napster. Simply dock your Helix, then select Library/Helix/Playlists. You can create new playlists, or edit or delete any playlists that are stored in your Helix. You can also create and manage playlists for any music content stored on your PC. Select Library/My Playlists. To add a track to any playlist, select that track on the main pane and drag it to the playlist name in the “Folder” pane.
Using Helix with a PC ENG Transferring Between PC and Helix To transfer a track or playlist from your PC to your Helix, drag and drop the track or playlist into the “transfer” pane on the lower right-hand side of the XM+Napster application. You can only transfer songs that you have purchased from XM+Napster or songs that you have ripped from your audio CDs.
Using Helix with a PC Disconnecting Your Helix from the PC Before you remove your Helix from its dock or unplug the USB cable from the dock or the PC, you must disconnect using one of the following methods: In Windows: right-click on the Safely Remove Hardware icon , which is on the right side of the Windows taskbar. Select “USB Mass Storage Device,” and click on Stop. On XM+Napster: click on the Disconnect Device icon or select File/Disconnect portable device.
Using Helix with a PC ENG Listening to XM Radio Online (XMRO) XM Radio Online gives you access to over 75 channels of the same amazing programming you hear on XM Satellite Radio, plus 10 select AOL Radio channels for even more choice. To access XM Radio Online, click on Home/Radio/XM Radio Online. Then simply choose your desired channel from the channel list. Save favorite channels in the preset buttons (at the top of the screen) by dragging a channel onto the desired button.
Using Helix with a PC Using Your CDs or MP3/WMA Files Ripping Your CDs Use the XM+Napster application to rip tracks from a CD into your Napster library. 1. Insert an audio CD into your PC’s CD drive. 2. Click on Library, then click on the CD icon in the “Folders” pane. You will see a listing of the CD tracks in the main pane. 3. Click the Rip icon on the bottom of the main pane. By default, the tracks will be encoded into the WMA format at 128 kbps.
Using Helix with a PC ENG Burning CDs Transfer MP3 and WMA files onto a recordable CD or DVD. Please note that the content recorded from XM cannot be burned onto a CD or DVD or otherwise transferred off your Helix. 1. Insert a recordable CD or DVD into your PC’s CD/DVD drive. 2. Click Library. 3. Pull up the Burn screen at the bottom of the main pane. 4. Drag and drop tracks into the “Burn” pane. 5. When you’ve finished selecting tracks, click Burn Disc.
Updating Helix Firmware Occasionally we make improvements to the Helix firmware, which is the software that makes your Helix work. Updating the firmware is a quick and easy process. Remember that: Your Helix must be docked in its cradle with a power adapter and must be connected to your PC. You cannot update the firmware if Helix is not docked and powered. Your PC must be connected to the Internet.
Updating Helix Firmware ENG Using the Update Tool If you don’t use XM+Napster, you can update the Helix firmware manually. 1. Insert the XM+Napster CD in your PC’s CD-ROM or DVD drive. The XM+Napster software should start automatically. 2. Click on Browse CD. 3. Click on Utils, then click on XMFirmwareUpdateClient. 4. Follow the instructions on the PC screen. You can run this firmware update tool at any time. If the firmware needs to be updated, the tool will install it automatically.
Settings FM Modulator Set the FM frequency that Helix transmits on. Turn the FM modulator on or off manually – or automatically when inserted into a home or car cradle. Adjust the volume level of the FM transmission.
Settings ENG FM Frequency Your Helix contains a built-in FM modulator (or FM transmitter) that allows you to listen to whatever your Helix is playing using an ordinary FM radio. All you have to do is set your Helix and the FM radio to the same frequency. 1. Dock Helix to the home cradle or car cradle. 2. Find an unused FM frequency on your FM radio. Note that FM frequency. 3. Select XM Settings FM Modulator FM Frequency. 4.
Settings FM Level When listening to your Helix using the FM modulator, you can adjust its volume level to match other audio sources (your CD player, other FM stations, or MP3 player). 1. Select XM Settings FM Modulator FM Level. 2. Press the left arrow button to decrease the volume level or the right arrow button to increase the volume level. 3. Press the XM button to confirm your selection.
Settings ENG Aiming the Antenna For optimal reception of XM’s live satellite signal, your Helix antenna should have an unobstructed view of the XM satellites in the southern sky. In large cities, XM also has a network of ground repeaters to help increase the signal coverage. Your Helix can help you aim the home antenna to pull in the strongest possible signal. 1. Select XM Settings Setup Antenna Aiming. 2. Slowly turn and tilt the antenna. The signal bars on the display will change.
Settings Audio Tone You can adjust the audio tone quality to suit the kind of music you’re listening to. 1. Select XM Settings Preferences Set Tone. 2. Press the up or down arrow buttons to select either “Bass” or “Treble.” Adjust the tone settings by pressing the left or right arrows. 3. Press the XM button to save your setting and exit the tone control menu. Then press the left arrow button repeatedly until you return to normal operation.
Settings ENG Display Brightness and Contrast To change the screen’s brightness and contrast: 1. Select XM Settings Preferences Change Display Brightness. 2. Press the left or right arrow buttons to adjust brightness. 3. Press the XM button to confirm your selection. Then press the left arrow button repeatedly until you return to normal operation. Backlight Timer Your Helix screen remains lit for a short time after you press a button. To adjust this time period: 1.
Settings Stock Ticker If you created a stock ticker, you will see stock symbols and their prices displayed at the bottom of Helix’s display. You can control the way the ticker is displayed. 1. Select XM Settings Preferences Change Display Display Appearance Stock Ticker. 2. Select Scrolling to see the ticker move across the screen from right to left. Select By Pages to view the ticker as if you’re flipping pages of a book. 3. Press the XM button to confirm your selection.
Settings ENG Channel Access Direct Tune Normally, as you scroll through live XM channels using the up and down arrow buttons, you can preview the channel list before selecting one channel. Helix does not switch to that channel until you push the XM button. You can change this so that Helix automatically tunes to the channel that you’re previewing. 1. Select XM Settings Preferences Channel Access Direct Tune. 2. Select Direct Tune On. 3. Press the XM button to confirm your selection.
Settings Channel Skip/Add You can simplify the list of channels that you see when you press the up and down arrow buttons. To skip a channel: 1. Select XM Settings Preferences Channel Access Channel Skip/Add. 2. You will see a list of channels. Press the XM button to skip a channel. You’ll see the Channel Skip icon displayed beside the channel name. You can choose to skip more than one channel. 3. To add a channel that has been skipped, highlight that channel then press the XM button. 4.
Settings ENG Clock and Sleep Timer Time 1. The time is automatically set using the XM signal. Select XM Settings Setup Set Time Set Clock Select Time Zone to set the correct time zone for your location. 2. Your Helix automatically adjusts for Daylight Savings Time. To turn this feature off, select XM Settings Setup Set Time Set Clock Daylight Savings Time No. 3.
Settings Vehicle Mode If you listen to your Helix in a vehicle, you’ve probably plugged the power adapter into the cigarette lighter socket. In some vehicles, the cigarette lighter is turned on or off with the ignition key; in other vehicles, the cigarette lighter is powered all the time. To prevent your battery from being drained, choose one of the following settings: 1. Select XM Settings Setup Set Time Vehicle Mode. 2.
Settings ENG Memory Partition The internal storage in Helix can store recorded XM content and MP3/WMA files. By default, the storage is divided 50/50, but you can select different memory partitions: setting typical storage for content recorded from XM typical storage for PC (MP3 and WMA) tracks 50/50 XM/PC files 25 hours 8 hours 100% XM 50 hours 0 hours To change the memory partition: 1. Dock your Helix into the home cradle and connect the AC power adapter. 2.
Settings Restoring Factory Defaults To restore all Helix settings and preferences to a “factory fresh” state: 1. Select XM Settings Setup Factory Defaults. 2. You should see this display: Restore just the settings to factory defaults. Restore settings to factory defaults and erase all music. 3. Confirm by selecting Yes, or cancel by selecting No.
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Customer Support Troubleshooting If your Helix does not work the way you expect, first consult this troubleshooting guide. To reset your Helix, remove the battery then re-insert it. 80 If you see this on the display: You should: No Signal Something is blocking the XM signal. Move your Helix away from the obstructed area (e.g., an underground garage). Antenna Plug the antenna into the home or vehicle cradle. Make sure the antenna wire is not bent or broken.
Customer Support ENG Troubleshooting If this happens: You should: There is no power or your Helix shuts off quickly. Your Helix battery may be low. Charge the battery by docking your Helix in the cradle and plugging in the AC adapter. Helix shuts off unexpectedly. Check whether you set the sleep timer, and set it to “Off” if desired. Check whether “Vehicle Mode/Delayed Power Off” is set, and set it to “Off” if desired. Helix remembers the “Vehicle Mode” setting even when you turn the device off.
Customer Support Troubleshooting 82 If this happens: You should: Helix does not communicate with your PC. Check the power and USB connections between the cradle and your PC. Be sure to use the supplied USB cable; any others may prevent your Helix from charging or communicating properly with your PC. Remove your Helix from its cradle, then re-insert. Artist and song title information does not display correctly.
Customer Support ENG Specifications Helix Player Dimensions 56 mm (W) x 94 mm (H) x 16 mm (D) 2.2 in (W) x 3.7 in (H) x 0.6 in (D) Weight 128 g 4.5 oz Storage capacity 1 GB (The capacity of the built-in memory may be less than indicated; a portion of the memory is used by the Helix firmware.) Music file formats MP3 and WMA fixed bitrates: 32, 48, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 256, 320 kbps MP3 and WMA variable bitrates: 64-128, 128-256, 160-320 kbps Audio output 3.
Customer Support Specifications Remote Dimensions 39 mm (W) x 95 mm (H) x 12 mm (D) 1.5 in (W) x 3.7 in (H) x 0.47 in (D) Weight 40 g 1.
Customer Support ENG Patent Information Technology. It is prohibited to copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate, or otherwise make available any technology incorporated in receivers compatible with the XM Satellite Radio System or that support the XM website, the Online Service or any of its content.
Customer Support FCC Statement 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. CAUTION: Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Customer Support ENG NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Customer Support Warranty Samsung warrants MP3 players to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the original date of purchase by the consumer. If during the period of warranty this product proves defective under normal use and service, you should return the product to the retailer from whom it was originally purchased, or to any Samsung Authorized Dealer or Authorized Service Center, if outside the time limit for returns imposed by the retailer.
Customer Support ENG Warranty Conditions 1. The warranty is only valid upon presentation of the proof of purchase consisting of original invoice or sales slip confirmation, indicating the date of purchase, retailer’s name, model, serial number, and product number. Samsung reserves the right to refuse warranty service if this information has been removed or changed after the original purchase of the product from the retailer. 2.
Customer Support e. Accidents, acts of God, lightning, water, fire, public disturbances, improper ventilation or any cause beyond the control of Samsung. f. Unauthorized modifications carried out for the product to comply with local or national technical standards in countries for which the Samsung product was not originally designed. g. Repairs performed by non-authorized service centers such as opening of the product by a non-authorized person. h.
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