All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 2 Quick Start 1. Install your Xpress in your vehicle 2. Activate your XM subscription online at https://activate.xmradio.ca or by phone 1 877 GET XMSR (1-877-438-9677) 3.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 3 Introduction Auto Tune Mode ........27 ..........4 Auto Off ............28 Features............4 Factory Defaults.......... 28 Safety Instructions........5 What’s in the Box .......... 7 Customer Support ......
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 4 Features Congratulations on your purchase of the Audiovox Xpress . Your new Xpress includes: Built-in FM modulator Favorites button allows you to program 10 of your favourite channels...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 5 Safety Instructions Please read and understand all the instructions to avoid injury to yourself and/or damage to your Xpress . Please be aware that XM claims no responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdown, repair, or other causes.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 6 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.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 7 What’s in the Box? Xpress XM SureConnect Car Cradle XM Antenna Vent Mount Car Power Adapter...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 8 Xpress Functions Power/Select XM Button Power button; also confirms selec- tion for channels, categories, and menu items. Press and hold to power down. Knob Previews channels and navigates categories and menu options.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 9 Using This Guide Throughout this guide, you will see instructions such as: Select menu » Antenna Aiming. This tells you to perform the following actions: 1.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 11 Vehicle installation Every vehicle is different; for your safety, follow all instructions carefully. Consult a professional installer if you have questions. 1. To begin, first decide which method of installation is best for your vehicle: XM SureConnect: You can listen to your Xpress through your car stereo by using Xpress...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 12 Step 1: Mounting the XM Antenna Mount the XM antenna to the roof or trunk of the vehicle. During installation, make sure you are outdoors and the antenna is not obstructed by tall buildings. For best results mount the XM antenna to the outside of your vehicle.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 13 Step 2: Installing the Vent Mount To install the vent mount, find a horizontal vent that is strong enough to hold your Xpress and car cradle. To remove the vent mount, push it into the vent and lift upwards slightly to release the mount’s hooks from the vent vane.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 14 Step 3: How to receive XM through your car stereo There are several methods of receiving XM through your car stereo Option 1 (Included) XM SureConnect: You can listen to your Xpress through your car stereo by using Xpress ’s...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 15 Step 4: Making Your Vehicle’s FM Radio an XM Radio Your Xpress contains a built-in FM modulator that requires the use of either the in- cluded XM SureConnect or the optional FM Direct Adapter (sold separately) to transmit the XM audio signal to your vehicle’s FM radio.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 16 If you choose to use a cassette adapter or a mini audio cable (both sold separately) be sure to turn the FM Modulator off instead of setting it to one of the FM frequencies: Now you should be able to hear your Xpress through your FM stereo.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 19 Before you can listen to XM content, you must activate your Xpress 1. Set up your Xpress , car cradle, power adapter, and antenna (pages 10 -17). Make sure Xpress can receive the XM signal.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 21 Listening to Live XM Turn on your Xpress . Subscribe to XM (page 19) if you haven’t done so already. Selecting Channels Rotate the knob to scroll through the list of channels. Press the XM button to select a channel.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 22 Favourites There are 10 user presets that can be stored using the favorites button. To set a channel to your favorites: 1. Tune to desired channel. 2.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 23 Display Press the display button to change the way you view the content on the display. There are 3 different display modes. Each time you press display, the display will change.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 24 Menu Options FM Frequency You will need to find a suitable FM frequency in order to get the best sound. A suitable FM frequency is an unused frequency or weak station that is not located near a strong FM station in your area.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 25 Brightness To change the display’s brightness: 1. Press menu » Brightness. 2. Rotate the knob to adjust the display’s brightness. 3. Press XM to confirm your selection. 4.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 26 Audio Level When listening to your Xpress , you can adjust its audio level to match other audio sources (your CD player, other FM stations, or MP3 player). 1.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 27 Your Xpress can help you aim the antenna to pull in the strongest possible signal. 1. Press menu » Antenna Aiming. 2. As you adjust the antenna the “Satellite” and “Terrestrial”...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 28 Auto Off Options: OFF, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, 45 minutes, 1 hour, 2 hours, and 3 hours. If the cigarette lighter is always powered, you can set the Xpress to automatically turn off after a period from 15 minutes to 3 hours.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 30 Troubleshooting Xpress is designed and built to provide you with trouble-free performance without the need for servicing. If it does not appear to be functioning properly, follow these trou- bleshooting steps first to try to remedy the situation yourself: 1.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 31 If this happens: You should: Xpress shuts off unexpectedly. Check whether you have your “Auto Off “function turned on. Check to be sure all of the cables are connected properly. You do not receive all the XM channels you Your Xpress may not be activated.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 32 Specifications Xpress Dimensions 101.2 mm (W) x 51.1 mm (H) x 22.8 mm (D) 4.5 in (W) x 2.5 in (H) x 0.6 in (D) Weight 184 g 6.5 oz...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 33 P P r r o o d d u u c c t t R R e e g g i i s s t t r r a a t t i i o o n n 1.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 34 Patent Information Technology. It is prohibited to, and you agree that you will not, copy, decompile, dis- assemble, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate, or otherwise access and/or make avail- able any technology incorporated in receivers compatible with the XM Satellite Radio system.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com XpressEZ user guide0407.qxp:Layout 1 5/9/07 12:33 PM Page 35 IC & FCC Statement Please note that the power cable that has been supplied with your device is supplied with perma- nently attached ferrite beads. It is the responsibility of the user to use the power cable with the fer- rite beads.
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Page 37 12 Month Limited Warranty AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail pur- chaser 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- tioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor.
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This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. U.S.A. : AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, 150 MARCUS BLVD., HAUPPAUGE, NEW YORK 11788 1-800-645-4994 CANADA : CALL 1-800-645-4994 FOR LOCATION OF WARRANTY STATION SERVING YOUR...
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