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  • Page 1 vehicle guide XMC-10A...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Cabling Interconnections ............9 Installing the Cradle Mount Base Assembly ......9 Interconnect Diagram ............10 Using Other Manufacturer’s Mounts ........15 ® Installing the Xpress XM Into the Cradle ......15 Connection Options ............. 17 Installation Guidelines ............20 Warranty ................... 24...

  • Page 3: Congratulations

    ® Thank you for purchasing the Audiovox Xpress XM Satellite Radio 2nd Vehicle Kit. You 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.

  • Page 4: Fcc Information

    - Reorient or relocate the antenna of the affected receiver. - Increase the separation between the XM equipment and the affected receiver. - Connect the XM equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the affected receiver is connected.

  • Page 5: Cautions And Warnings

    Cautions and Warnings 1. Do not install the XMC-10A 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.

  • Page 6: Contents Xmc-10A

    Contents XMC-10A Install Manual Cradle XMC-10A 1 pc. Antenna and Antenna Cable Exit Plug 1 pc. Cassette Adapter 1pc. 12 Volt-to-5 Volt DC Power See XM SureConnect Adapter 1 pc. Vehicle installation Kit 1 pc. XM SureConnect...

  • Page 7: Accessory Kit

    Contents XMC-10A (Cont) ACCESSORY KIT, MOUNTING Alcohol Cleaning Pad, Surface Cleaning Pad, Instruction Sheet, Swivel Bracket. OPTIONAL (sold separately) Audio Cable FM Direct Adapter (P/N SAT-RCA) (P/N XMFM-1)

  • Page 8: Installation/Wiring Precautions

    6. Be careful not to snag any wires when tightening screws. 7. Use only the 12 Volt-to-5 Volt DC Power Adapter supplied. Use of an alternative power adapter may damage the Xpress XM receiver and/ or the XMC-10A cradle. CAUTION: You could drain the vehicle battery if the DC power adapter remains plugged in after the ignition is turned off.

  • Page 9: Setting Up And Installing Your Kit

    1. Cabling Interconnections You can begin to enjoy XM Satellite Radio as soon as the Xpress XM Receiver and Vehicle Kit installation are complete. Set up your Audiovox Xpress XM System using the following installation instructions, or enlist the help of a professional installer: 2.

  • Page 10: Interconnect Diagram

    AUDIO OUT CONNECTOR OF THE CRADLE. 2. THE FM MODULATOR OPTION MUST BE SET TO ”FM ON” IN THE XPRESS XM USER MENU. (REFER TO THE USER GUIDE) AUX AUDIO INPUT TO AUDIO OUTPUT +12V to +5V OF EXTERNAL PLAYBACK DEVICE. THIS...
  • Page 11 Interconnect Diagram (Cont) XMC-10A CRADLE (REAR VIEW) XM ANTENNA XMC-10A CRADLE (RIGHT SIDE VIEW) TO VEHICLE RADIO OPTIONAL SAT-RCA ANTENNA JACK AUDIO CABLE (SOLD SEPARATELY) OPTIONAL FM DIRECT (CONNECT TO AUXILIARY ADAPTER XMFM-1 (SOLD AUDIO INPUTS ON SEPARATELY) VEHICLE HEAD UNIT.)
  • Page 12 CAUTION: Do not install the swivel bracket on a leather or fabric surface, or in a position that could impair your vision, block air bag(s) or obstruct vehicle dashboard controls and/or radio CD/cassette operational displays. NOTE: The adhesive backing on the bracket will not permit easy repositioning once it has been mated to the surface;...
  • Page 13 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. If the bracket is to be screwed in place, do not remove the plastic liner from the adhesive backing.
  • Page 14 SIDE (HORIZONTAL) VERTICAL MOUNTING MOUNTING CONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION SWIVEL ADJUSTMENT SCREW XMC-10A CRADLE ASSEMBLY PLASTIC LINER AND SWIVEL SCREW HOLES (2) ADHESIVE BACKING BRACKET FOR DIRECT HARD MOUNTING...

  • Page 15: Using Other Manufacturer's Mounts

    Xpress XM Receiver to mate the connectors together. The raised detent on the cradle will enter the notch on the rear of the Receiver, indicating the Xpress XM is properly seated. b. The Xpress XM Receiver should now be secured in the...
  • Page 16 RECEIVER NOTCH Xpress XM RECEIVER Xpress XM SYSTEM RECEIVER CONNECTOR REAR VIEW RAISED DETENT CRADLE CONNECTOR XMC-10A FRONT VIEW GUIDE PIN SYSTEM CONNECTOR...

  • Page 17: Connection Options

    FM frequencies using the menu option included in your Xpress Receiver. (Refer to the User Guide.) The XM audio signal can then be played through your vehicle’s radio when that radio is tuned to one of the available frequencies.
  • Page 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).
  • Page 19 Xpress Cassette Adapter Installation. Installation is simple. 1.) Plug the end jack (1) into the XM Xpress Car Cradle’s audio output (2). 2.) Insert the cassette adapter (3) in the vehicle’s in-dash cassette slot (4).

  • Page 20: Installation Guidelines

    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. You must locate the satellite radio antenna on the top of the roof either in front of the rear window (option 1) or behind the windshield (option 2).
  • Page 21 c. Avoid kinking, crimping, twisting or chafing the cable. Use pre-existing wire channels when possible. d. For option 1 and rear mounting locations, route the cable into the trunk as shown in the previous illustration. Always cross the weather seal at the lowest part of the trunk to reduce water leaks.
  • Page 22 Step 2. Once you have plugged the power and antenna jacks into the vehicle cradle, secure the cables with tape or wire ties to allow for a clean appearance. For example, secure the excess cable up under your dash board, between the seat and the console, or on the floor under a seat or floor mat.
  • Page 23 NOTES...

  • Page 24: Warranty

    12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY 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 reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor.
  • Page 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 IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY.
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