XMp3 Vehicle Installation Guide
Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Welcome to XM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 What’s in the box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Remote control functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Vehicle Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Step 1: Plan the installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . Step 2: Mount the XM car antenna . . .
Introduction Welcome to XM Thank you for purchasing the XMp3 Car Installation Kit. This guide walks you through the installation of your new car kit and helps get you set up and listening fast.
Introduction Remote Control functions Power Button 30-Minute Replay Buttons Pause and replay up to 30 minutes of live XM broadcast. XM Button Press to confirms selections Menu Go to My Music Library, access advanced features and configuration options or info extras information. Number Keys Enter a channel directly, select your favorite channels, or access songs saved in SongSaver. Jump Switches between current channel and previous channel. 4 Arrow Buttons Select menu entries, change channels.
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Vehicle Installation Step 1: Plan the Installation 1 Select an area on the dashboard you want to place the car cradle. This is where you will install the swivel mount. TIP! An adhesive pad is used to mount the swivel mount to the dashboard. The adhesive requires 24 hours to cure. Make sure you provide yourself the proper amount of time to install your car kit. See Step 3: Install the Swivel Mount for more information.
Step 2: Mount the XM Car Antenna 1 Place the car cradle on the dashboard. You will connect it to the swivel mount later on. 2 Select a suitable location on the outside of your car for the antenna. For example, on the roof near the windshield or rear window. TIP! When selecting a location, consider any accessories that your car has, such as a luggage rack, and how often you use the accessories. Select a location where the antenna won’t be covered or blocked as this could interfere with signal reception.
Vehicle Installation 4 Place the antenna in the location you selected. 5 Route the cable: • FPO 8 If you placed the XM antenna on the front of the vehicle, route the cable across the top of the windshield. Gently pry up the rubber weather seal and tuck the cable underneath. 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 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. Next, route the cable from the rear window molding into the weather stripping around the trunk opening. Run the cable into the trunk and then into the rear passenger compartment.
Vehicle Installation Step 3: Install the swivel or vent mount You can use either the swivel mount or vent mount for your XMp3 depending on your particular situation. Installing the swivel mount CAUTION! The adhesive used with the swivel mount may make it difficult to remove. Do not install this mount on leather surfaces and make sure the air temperature is at least 60°F (15°C). 1 2 Locate a flat surface for the mount. Make sure there is ample room for the XM cradle and radio when installed.
To remove, carefully lift the adhesive pad with your fingers or a spoon. Warming the pad with a hair dryer for several minutes will help soften the adhesive. You can reinstall the swivel mount using the extra adhesive pad. Installing the vent mount 1 Locate a vent with horizontal slats sturdy enough to hold your XM cradle and radio. 2 Adjust the clamps to fit your vent. 3 Snap the mount onto the vent. To remove, push the mount into the vent, then lift up.
Vehicle Installation Step 4: Connect your XMp3. 1 Plug the antenna jack into antenna on the cradle. 2 Plug the power adapter jack into 5V DC on the cradle. 3 Plug the audio adapter jack into line out on the cradle. • Use a mini 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 the cradle into the mount. 5 Insert your XMp3 into the cradle.
FPO antenna line out 5V DC XM Antenna XMp3 Car Cradle FPO antenna line out 5V DC Audio Cable XMp3 Car Cradle Power Adapter XM SureConnect (Sold Separately) XM Antenna Power Adapter 13
Vehicle Installation • XM SureConnect (sold separately): You can listen to your XMp3 through your car stereo by using the XMp3 car cradle’s built-in FM modulator and the XM SureConnect. Simply find an unused FM frequency on the stereo and set your XMp3 to transmit on that same frequency. Refer to Find an FM frequency in your user guide for more information.
Find an FM frequency (Car cradle only. For use with XM SureConnect or FM Direct adapter.) If you are using the SureConnect or FM Direct Adapter to transmit audio, you must set the FM frequency on both your XMp3 and your car radio. 4 Select menu → Settings → Vehicle Settings → Frequency Finder. 5 Your XMp3 automatically scans for all available FM frequencies.
Vehicle Installation 6 7 16 You’ll see a list of all the frequencies. Turn the control wheel to highlight a frequency, then press the XM button to select it. Set your car radio to the frequency selected. TIP! The best FM frequency to use is displayed at the top of the list. It is recommended to choose that frequency.
Set the line out level To connect the line out on the XMp3 car cradle directly to your car’s stereo to transmit audio, you can: • Use your car stereo’s audio input called “Aux In” (cable included). • Use a cassette adapter (sold separately). Either of these methods will give you the best audio quality. When using either of these methods to transmit audio through your car’s stereo, you can adjust XMp3’s audio level to match other audio sources.
Vehicle Installation Aim antenna for best reception For best reception, your XM antenna should have an unobstructed view of the XM satellites in the southern sky. In large cities, XM has a network of ground repeaters to help increase the signal coverage. Your XMp3 can help you aim the antenna for best reception. 1 Select menu → Settings → Antenna Aiming. 2 The Satellite and Terrestrial bars show the level of your current signal.
Automatic power Usually, your XMp3 turns on automatically when it is plugged in and receiving power. You can change this so you must manually turn the radio on/off each time. 1 Press menu → Settings → Vehicle Settings → Automatic Power. 2 Press the XM button to toggle On or Off. TIP! With XMp3 in the car cradle, the remote will not be able to turn it on.
Vehicle Installation Delayed power This option is available if you are using the car cradle and the cigarette lighter is always powered. 1 Press menu → Settings → Vehicle Settings → Delayed Power. 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. 4 20 Press the XM button.
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Troubleshooting XMp3 has been designed and built to be trouble-free but if you experience a problem, try this: • Check that all connections are firm and secure. • Make sure the cigarette lighter/auxiliary power socket is clean and free of corrosion. • If you are using XMp3 in your vehicle, check the 12V adapter fuse by unscrewing the ribbed end of the 12V adapter. If required, replace with a 1-amp fuse only.
If you see this on the screen: Try this Off Air The channel you’ve selected is not currently broadcasting. Tune to another XM channel. Loading Your XMp3 is acquiring audio or program information from the XM signal. This message usually goes away in a few seconds. Updating XM is updating your XMp3 with the latest encryption code. Wait until the update is done. OR You may be trying to tune to a channel that is blocked or unavailable. Tune to another channel.
Troubleshooting 24 If this happens: Try this No audio when listening to via an FM radio Check that your XMp3 and your car radio are tuned to the same FM frequency. Audio fades or has static when listening Check all cables for a firm and secure connection. If the problem persists, it might be interference from another FM channel. Refer to Find an FM Frequency on page 11 when using the XM SureConnect (sold separately) or the FM Direct adapter (sold separately).
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Product Specifications Dimensions Remote 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 Remote Audio Outputs External Power Voltage Current Polarity Remote Battery Type Voltage Model Numbers XMp3 XMp3 home kit XMp3 car kit 26 40 g (1.4 oz) 3.
FCC and IC Statement 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 has been designed to operate with the antenna provided in the original packaging. Use of antenna other than the antenna provided will result in improper operation, and is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada.
Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY WARRANTY VALID ONLY IN COUNTRY OF PRODUCT PURCHASE WARRANTY Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. (PUSA), and Pioneer Electronics of Canada, Inc. (POC), warrants that products distributed by PUSA in the U.S.A.
Warranty PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIOD ACCESSORY WARRANTY PERIOD……………………………...… 1 Year Parts & Labor WHAT IS NOT COVERED IF THIS PRODUCT WAS PURCHASED FROM AN UNAUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR, THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND THIS PRODUCT IS SOLD STRICTLY “AS IS” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS”. PIONEER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL AND/OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES.
Warranty NO OTHER WARRANTIES IN THE U.S.A. - PIONEER LIMITS ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO A PERIOD NOT TO EXCEED THE WARRANTY PERIOD. NO WARRANTIES SHALL APPLY AFTER THE WARRANTY PERIOD.
Owner’s Record The model number is located below 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.
Patent and Environmental Info Patent Information It is prohibited to, and you agree that you will not, copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate, or otherwise access and/or make available any technology incorporated in receivers compatible with the XM Satellite Radio system. Furthermore, the AMBE® voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights, and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc.
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