Magnum MD 606T Instruction Manual

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XM Satellite Radio
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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  • Page 1 Magnum Dynalab MD 606T XM Satellite Radio INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCING XM SATELLITE RADIO How to Subscribe THE MD-606T – INTRODUCTION Product Overview FRONT PANEL DISPLAY REAR PANEL FEATURES MD-606T REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES XM ANTENNA PLACEMENT LCD DISPLAY FEATURES TUNER CONFIGURATION & OPERATION XM Satellite Radio Activation Tuning XM Channels Programming &...
  • Page 3: Introducing Xm Satellite Radio

    INTRODUCING XM SATELLITE RADIO It’s a new vision of distributed audio. XM Satellite radio features a stirring collection of channels with Jazz, Classical, Rock and a variety of other music stations, plus news, sports, comedy, talk and entertainment, all with coverage across Continental North America.
  • Page 4: The Md-606T - Introduction

    LED screen showcasing all relevant music metadata. • Unique 2 tube audio stage featuring our MD Triode Reference 6922 vacuum tubes. • RS232 port and supporting protocols enabling control of the MD 606T from just about any hard-wired device capable of outputting RS232 commands.
  • Page 5 • Both single-ended and balanced analog outputs. • 17" faceplate with precision machined buttons ensuring responsive sensitivity. • External IR remote with complete functionality. • Future upgrade possibilities: The digital satellite receiver has been designed in such a way to be replaceable according to any changes to the way in which satellite radio technology evolves over time.
  • Page 6: Front Panel Display

    Figure 1. MD-606T Front Panel Features MD-606T FRONT PANEL FEATURES 1. Power On/Off Switch – Press to turn the MD-606T on/off. 2. CAT-/+ Buttons – Press to search different music categories (Jazz, Classical etc..). Upon finding the category to which you would like to listen, press Select on the front panel to change the channel to that station.
  • Page 7: Rear Panel Features

    Figure 2. MD-606T Rear Panel Features MD-606T REAR PANEL FEATURES 1. 12V Trigger – Used in selected home automation systems for control of the device. 2. RS-232 Serial Port – One DB9 connector provides two-way RS-232 communication with like featured control systems. Pinout: Pin 2 = Tx; Pin 3 = Rx;...
  • Page 8: Md-606T Remote Control Features

    Figure 3. MD-606T Remote Control Features 1. Numeric Buttons – Press to enter a three digit number to call up specific stations (in ‘D’ tuning mode), or to select stored preset stations (after selecting ‘A’ or ‘B’ preset bank). Preset programming and selection is described in a subsequent section.
  • Page 9: Xm Antenna Placement

    Some directional adjustment may be needed to attain optimum signal strength. 3. To test the XM Satellite Radio prior to activation, tune to Channel 1 (XM Preview). If the Preview Channel plays, the antenna is positioned correctly and the tuner is ready for activation.
  • Page 10: Lcd Display Features

    Display Features 1. Channel – Displays the XM Channel number and Channel Name of the currently tuned channel, or a Previewed channel using the Category -/+ button or the Browse -/+ button. 2. XM Antenna Confirm & Signal Strength – Indicates connection of XM Antenna, and displays the strength of signal being received from the XM Satellite.
  • Page 11: Tuner Configuration & Operation

    XM Satellite Radio Activation The XM Tuner requires subscription service from XM Satellite Radio to be able to receive program. To activate an XM Satellite Radio Subscription, call 1.800.XM- RADIO (1.800.967.2346) or visit find Radio ID: 1. Press the Chan +/- Buttons to tune Channel 000. The Radio ID will appear on the Display.
  • Page 12: Rs232 Protocol

    MD-606T Tuner has an RS-232 port that allows control of the Tuner from a variety of controllers including Whole-House A/V Distribution and Home Automation Systems, or any just about any hard-wired device capable of outputting RS232 commands. MD-606T Serial Port allows control of all functions including: Power ON/OFF, Channel Selection, Preset selection, Modes and Direct Numeric Tuning.
  • Page 13: Rs-232 Commands & Syntax

    RS-232 Commands & Syntax Command Syntax Turn Radio ON PW1<cr> Turn Radio OFF PW0<cr> Query Radio PW?<cr> Power Status XM Channel Up CH+<cr> XM Channel CH-<cr> Down Query XM CH?<cr> Channel Direct Select CHxxx<cr> XM Channel Query Current SID?<cr> XM Channel SID (Station ID) Direct Select SIDxxx<cr>...
  • Page 14: Error Messages

    Error Message CHECK ANTENNA UPDATING NOSIGNAL LOADING OFF AIR --- or CHANNNEL --- - 14 - Condition Problem with antenna connection User encryption code has changed and is being updated Signal is too weak to tune in Audio and or text information are being loaded for selected channel...
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    PROBLEM Power Tuner will not Power up Tuner Poor reception No stations in presets Audio No Audio From Tuner RS-232 Control MD-606T does not Respond to RS- 232 Commands from control device - 15 - SOLUTION MD-606T must be plugged into an AC outlet.
  • Page 16: Specifications

    - 16 - SPECIFICATIONS XM Module and RS-232 Specifications Satellite RF Sensitivity: -92.2 dBm Tuning Range: 2332.5 to 2345.0 MHz RS-232: DB9F Terminal, 9600 Baud, Asynchronous, 8 Bits, No Parity, No HandshakeNexLink Audio Specifications Signal to noise ratio: 90dB Audio frequency response (+/- .1 dB): 20Hz - 20KHz Line audio output (RCA): 1.5V Balanced line out: 3.0V between pin 2 and 3 of XLR Line power (Must be specified) (110/220/230/240): VAC...
  • Page 17: Limited Warranty

    Magnum Dynalab Ltd. herein referred to as the “manufacturer” guarantees this product to be free of defect in both material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect or replace any defective component at no charge for a period of two years from date of sale to the first end user. This warranty is void if the product has been found to be subjected to misuse, abuse, lightning strike, unauthorized service, damaged in transit or has been altered or repaired in such a way as to detract from its performance, reliability or its safe operation.
  • Page 18: Important Safety Instructions

    1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Page 19 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage " within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the...

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