XM Satellite Radio XC9 Installation Manual

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XC9 Car Cradle

Vehicle Installation

Guide for use with XR9
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  • Page 1: Vehicle Installation

    XC9 Car Cradle Vehicle Installation Guide for use with XR9 SATELLITE RADIO Satellite Radio Receiver 128-7218 Released: 9-30-04 1 of 20...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Congratulations ... 4 Cautions and Warnings ... 5 Contents XC9 ... 6 Hardware Kit ... 6 Installation/Wiring Precautions ... 7 Setting Up and Installing Your Kit ... 7 Interconnect Diagram ... 8 Using Other Manufacturer’s Mounts ... 11 Installing the XR9 Into the Cradle ... 11 Connection Options ...
  • Page 4: Congratulations

    XM Welcome Kit and available at xmradio.com. Only available in the 48 contiguous United States. (c) 2004 XM Satellite Radio Inc. XM is a trademark of XM Satellite Radio. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 5: Cautions And Warnings

    Cautions and Warnings 1. Do not install the XC9 in a position that hinders your view through the windshield, or obstructs view ing 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 Xc9

    Contents XC9 HARDWARE KIT (P/N 150-1579) Install Manual Screw, Pan Hd, Philips Base (P/N 1287218) (P/N 136-3774) M4 x 8mm w/captive OPTIONAL Flat & Lock Washer Audio Cable 4 pc. (P/N SAT-RCA) Antenna 1.6” W X 2”Long (P/N 118-1133) 1 pc.
  • Page 7: Installation/Wiring Precautions

    7. Use only the 12 Volt-to-6 Volt DC Power Adapter supplied. Use of an alternative power adapter may damage the XR9 unit and/or the XC9 cradle. CAUTION: You could drain the vehicle battery if the cigarette lighter adapter remains plugged in after the ignition is turned off.
  • Page 8: Interconnect Diagram

    Interconnect Diagram NOTE: 1. IF THE XC9 IS INSTALLED USING THE FM SWITCHING BOX, SAT-SWB, OPTION, DO NOT CONNECT THE AUDIO CABLE TO THE LINE OUT CONNECTOR OF THE CRADLE. 2. THE FM TRANSMITTER OPTION MUST BE SET TO ”FM ON” IN THE XR9 USER MENU.
  • Page 9 To mount the XR9 atop the swivel base, line up the slot at the rear of the XC9 cradle with the base retainer tab, and slide the cradle down so that the slot and tab mesh together in a lock position.
  • Page 10 BASE/CRADLE MOUNTING PLATE SCREW HOLES (4) FOR DIRECT MOUNTING HARD MOUNTING PLATE-TO-CRADLE RETAINER TAB SWIVEL ADJUSTMENT KNOB (REF) PLASTIC LINER AND ADHESIVE BACKING SWIVEL NOTE: Allow a 72-hour period for the adhesive ADJUSTMENT backing to cure completely. KNOB 3. Installing the Cradle Using Double-Sided Tape MOUNTING You can mount the cradle directly to your dashboard BASE...
  • Page 11: Using Other Manufacturer's Mounts

    AUDIO THREADED HOLES (4) 4. Using Other Manufacturer’s Mounts The XC9 Cradle can also be installed using other manufacturer’s mounts; the mounting plate provisions on the rear of the cradle provide you with multiple mounting options within the vehicle using various vehicle-specific aftermarket brackets, such as those purchased separately from Panavise, Pro-Fit, etc.
  • Page 12 CRADLE TOP VIEW 16-PIN SYSTEM CONNECTOR CRADLE FRONT VIEW b. After making sure the connectors are properly lined up, gently press down on the XR9 to mate the connectors together. c. Slide the latch tab lever to the lock ( the tab will enter the XR9 latching tab recess to prevent vertical movement.
  • Page 13: Connection Options

    6. Connection Options The XR9 and Cradle provide an audio output signal in three ways: 1. FM Wireless Transmitter - When using the XC9 cradle with the wireless FM transmitter option, the XM audio signal can be received at your car radio on selectable FM frequencies using the menu options included in your XR9.
  • Page 14: Mounting The Vehicle Antenna

    7. Mounting the Vehicle Antenna The antenna should be placed on a relatively flat surface on the vehicle exterior, preferably on the roof (high point) or on the trunk (convertible). To mount the antenna: a. Plug the antenna into the ANT connector on the back of the cradle.
  • Page 15 Then snake the cable around the passenger compartment to the back of the XC9 cradle. h. In SUV’s, minivans, etc., route the cable into the vehicle under the rubber molding of the hatch door or tailgate, and then under the interior trim.
  • Page 16 i. Plug the antenna cable into the ANT connector on the back of the cradle; then plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the lighter receptacle. j. You are now ready to enjoy XM programming within your vehicle. -16- 128-7218 16 of 20...
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  • Page 18: Warranty

    AUDIOVOX 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.
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