SkyDock™ Installation and User Guide
Table of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 About XM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Safety and Care information . . . . . . . . 7 What’s in the box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 SkyDock Features and Controls. . . . . 10 SkyDock Features and Connections . . .11 Vehicle Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Installing SkyDock in Your Vehicle . . . . . 13 Docking the iPhone in the SkyDock. . . . .
Introduction
Introduction Features Congratulations on your purchase of the SkyDock! The SkyDock™ has these exciting features to enhance your listening experience: • Specialized Dock with built-in XM Radio tuner • Compatible with iPhone and iPod touch (see page 6 for specific models) • Controlled by XM SkyDock Application (downloadable free from App Store) • Charges iPhone/iPod touch while docked • All-in-one design allows for easy installation • Rotates to view in portrait or landscape modes (automatic image orientation
Introduction Compatibility Your SkyDock will work with the following iPhone and iPod models that have OS 3.0 or higher: iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPhone is a trademark of Apple, Inc. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device, or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Safety and Care Information IMPORTANT: Always read and understand all the instructions to avoid injury to yourself and/or damage to your radio. XM Radio claims no responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdown, repair, or other causes. • 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 device near or in water. • Do not let any foreign matter spill into device. • Do not store in dusty areas.
Introduction WARNING • Opening the case may result in electric shock. • The uninsulated parts inside the SkyDock may cause electric shock or fire. For your safety, please do not open the SkyDock. Do not let metallic objects, such as necklaces or coins, come into contact with the SkyDock plug. • To avoid electric shock, use the SkyDock only with a power outlet that matches the shape of its plug. • Make sure that you insert the SkyDock all the way into the power socket.
What’s in the Box? Spacer 1 Spacer 2 (shipped attached to SkyDock) Spacer 3 Audio Cable SkyDock (with Spacer 2 Attached) Magnetic Vehicle Antenna 9
Introduction SkyDock Features and Controls Side Grip Side Grip Release Lever Side Grip Replaceable Spacer Power Indicator FM Button 10 Power Button
SkyDock Features and Connections Flexible Stalk Antenna Connector Audio Connector FM Out Connector 11
Vehicle Installation
Vehicle Installation NOTE: A LL REFERENCES TO iPhone IN THIS MANUAL ALSO APPLY TO THE iPod touch UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED . Installing the SkyDock in Your Vehicle Step 1: Finding a Location for the SkyDock The SkyDock mounts into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter or 12V power socket.
Vehicle Installation For most vehicles the best location is on the roof towards the front of the cab, above the front windshield, as close to centered between the left and right sides as the cable length will allow. For convertibles, locate the antenna on the trunk lid, at least 3” from any edge. (If the cable does not reach, locate the antenna on top of the front windshield frame.
b) Route the antenna wire under the rubber molding around the front windshield to the nearest corner. Then route the cable out of the windshield molding and into the rubber weather stripping around the door opening. Lift the weather stripping from the opening and tuck the cable inside it, then replace the weather stripping. Run the cable inside of the weather stripping to the bottom Place Antenna Closer to A-Pillar of the door opening. c) Recommended: Hide the antenna wire inside the cabin.
Vehicle Installation 3. Connect the SkyDock to Your Audio System Antenna Plug a) Plug the Antenna into the SkyDock’s A NTENNA C ONNECTOR . The antenna plug and cable will fit into the recess on the top of the SkyDock base. b) If your vehicle’s audio system has an audio input (for MP3 players, etc), connect the included Audio Cable between it and the SkyDock’s AUDIO CONNECTOR. This is the best quality and easiest audio connection for your SkyDock.
c) If your vehicle’s audio system does not have an audio input, your SkyDock incorporates a special FM transmitter called PowerConnect that will ‘broadcast’ its audio to your vehicle’s FM radio through your vehicle’s power system. See SettingUp the FM Transmitter, on page 26, for details. 4. Plug the SkyDock Into the Vehicle’s 12V Power Socket Make sure the SkyDock is inserted all the way into the power socket.
Vehicle Installation Docking the iPhone in the SkyDock Inserting the Spacers Your SkyDock comes with three numbered urethane spacers that assure a proper fit with different iPhone and iPod touch models, with and without aftermarket skins (thin cases that surround and protect the iPhone or iPod touch). IMPORTANT: THE SKYDOCK WILL NOT ACCOMMODATE ALL TYPES OF AFTERMARKET SKINS .
Inserting and Removing the iPhone To insert the iPhone in the SkyDock: Insert the bottom of the iPhone straight down onto the connector, making sure that the connection is solid. Gently squeeze the side grips against the iPhone to secure it. Squeeze towards the rear of both side grips, as shown in the diagram below. TO INSERT iPHONE 1. Press iPhone Down Onto Connector 2.
Vehicle Installation To remove the iPhone: Slide the Side Grip Release Lever DOWN to spread the grips apart. Then lift the iPhone off the connector and pull it straight up and out of the SkyDock. TO REMOVE iPHONE 1. Slide Release Lever Down 2.
Adjusting the Flexible Stalk The SkyDock’s flexible stalk gives you lots of freedom to position the iPhone so it is convenient for you to use. You can twist the stalk up to 90° in either direction (see illustration), and bend it to be clear of controls or other items. CAUTION: D O NOT OVER - ROTATE THE STALK — DOING SO COULD DAM AGE IT . Rotating the SkyDock You can rotate the SkyDock up to 100° in either direction so that the iPhone is landscape-oriented instead of portrait oriented.
Vehicle Installation Downloading the XM SkyDock Application There are several ways to download the XM SkyDock app into your iPhone: A) You can use your iPhone to download the app directly from the app store. B) You can go to www.xmradio.com/skydock and download the app into your computer. You will then need to synchronize your iPhone with iTunes to download the app to your iPhone. C) You can download the app directly from iTunes into your computer.
Launching the XM SkyDock App for the First Time 1. Be sure that your SkyDock is correctly connected and installed, that the antenna is oriented to receive the XM signal, and that your iPhone is properly inserted in the SkyDock. NOTE: THE SKYDOCK ON WHENEVER THE iPhone OFF WHENEVER THE iPhone IS REMOVED. AUTOMATICALLY TURNS AUTOMATICALLY TURNS IS INSERTED, AND 2. Launch the XM SkyDock app. The iPhone will display the Welcome screen. 3. Select Start Satellite Radio.
Vehicle Installation Activating your XM Subscription N OTE : T HE ACTIVATION PROCEDURE SCREENS ARE ONLY DISPLAYED IN PORTRAIT ORIENTATION . 1. If you’re activating directly after launching the XM SkyDock app for the first time, your iPhone should be displaying either the Acquiring Signal screen or the Signal Found screen. • If the Acquiring Signal screen remains displayed, make sure that the antenna is properly connected to the SkyDock, and that it is properly mounted and has a clear view of the sky.
3. Call the number or visit the URL displayed on the To Complete Activation screen to complete the activation process. 4. During the activation process the iPhone will display the Activating Radio screen. 5. Once the activation process is completed, tap the Close button. The iPhone will display the Home screen (tuned to XM Preview channel #1). You can now tune to any XM channel and enjoy XM Satellite Radio on your iPhone.
Vehicle Installation Setting-up the FM Transmitter Your SkyDock has a PowerConnect FM transmitter that will ‘broadcast’ its audio to your vehicle’s FM radio if you have not used the included audio cable to connect the SkyDock to your vehicle’s audio system. Press and Hold FM Button NOTE: FOR COMPLETE DETAILS ABOUT SETTING THE FM TRANSMITTER, SEE FM TRANSMITTER, ON PAGE 48. 1. Press-and-hold the SkyDock’s FM button. The FM Settings screen will appear. Tap the On/Off button to turn the FM transmitter OFF.
5. Press-and-hold anywhere on the screen for 2 seconds. The FM Settings screen will change to the Edit Mode. 6. Tap the Edit button beneath the 88.1 preset. The Set FM Preset screen appears. 7. Tap the arrow buttons to select the FM frequency that matches the channel that you preset on your vehicle radio to in Step 3. 8. Tap the Back button to return to the FM Settings screen with the new FM preset frequency stored. To exit, tap the Home button.
Using Your SkyDock
Using Your SkyDock Getting Around the XM SkyDock Screens You will be using the following basic actions to navigate all of the XM SkyDock app screens: Tap: A touch of your fingertip on a button or item to select it. Press-and-Hold: Holding your fingertip on a button or item for two seconds or longer, usually to enter a different screen mode. Swipe (up and down): Sliding your finger up or down on the screen, to scroll-through a list or column.
Using Your SkyDock Home Screen Information When using the XM SkyDock app your iPhone’s screen will display items such as the currently-tuned channel, the song or show being played, the artist’s name, and other information. This screen is referred to as the Home Screen in this manual.
Channel Number Arrow Button: Shows the number of the currently-playing XM channel. Tap the arrow to enter channel numbers for Direct Tuning. For details see page 34. Channel Logo Arrow Button: Shows the name of the currently-playing XM channel. Tap the arrow to display the Channel List screen for the current category. Also lets you change channels or categories. For details see page 32.
Using Your SkyDock Channel List Screen Left Arrow Category Name Right Arrow Channel Number Artist Channel Name Song or Program Categories Button Tapping the Channel Logo on the Home Screen (see page 30) displays the channel list for the current category . To select a channel: Tap the channel you want to listen to. To see more channels: Sweep your finger up or down on the channel list to scroll through the list of available channels.
Category List Screen Tapping the Categories button on the Home Screen (see page 30) will display the Categories screen, containing a list of all categories (top). To scroll through the list of categories: Swipe your finger up or down on the screen. To see a category’s channel list: Tap the category’s arrow button. The screen will display a channel list in the new category. Tap a channel to listen to it.
Using Your SkyDock Direct Tuning 1 On the Home Screen, tap the channel number awwor button (A, below). The Direct Tuning keypad is displayed (B, below). 2 Use the keypad to enter a channel number (C, below). 3 When you finish entering the number you can tap the OK button or wait for SkyDock to automatically tune to the channel (D, below).
Setting your Favorite Channels You can save up to 12 of your favorite channels to Favorites buttons so you can quickly access them. To Save the Current Channel as a Favorite: 1. Tap the Show Favorites button on the Home Screen (see page 30). The Favorites panel will appear. (Note that when the Favorites panel appears for the very first time there will be no Favorites saved.
Using Your SkyDock To Listen to a Favorite: 1. Tap the Show Favorites button on the Home Screen to display the Favorites panel. 2. Tap the Favorite button where you assigned the desired channel. The selected Favorite will be highlighted. To Edit Your Favorites: Press-and-hold anywhere in the Favorites panel. The panel will enter the Favorites edit mode: Tap a Favorite Button to Listen • You can change the Favorites order by dragging them from one location to another in the list.
