MODEL XM50 OWNER’S MANUAL 1.0 Function of Controls and Indicators MODE VO L DISP VO L DIRECT SELECT SETUP C AT C AT Power On/Off Button VOL (Up) Button DISP (Display) Button MODE Button DIRECT Button Infrared (IR) Receiver Window...
MODEL XM50 OWNER’S MANUAL 2.0 Unit Description 2.1 Power On/Off Button ( When this button is pressed, power is applied to the radio circuits from the standby mode, and the unit enters into the play mode (XM/FM/AM/AUX/iPod). When pressed again during any play mode, power is removed from the radio circuits and the unit reverts to the standby mode.
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MODEL XM50 OWNER’S MANUAL 2.3.1 FM/AM Radio Ranges In DIRECT mode, the FM radio band ranges from 87.5 to 107.9MHz, while the AM band ranges from 530 to 1710kHz. 2.3.2 Changing FM/AM Radio Frequencies FM and AM radio frequencies can be changed by using the CH Up/Down buttons; each button press changes the frequency in 100kHz steps.
MODEL XM50 OWNER’S MANUAL 2.4 SETUP Button When MENU is pressed, a list of menu items appears on the display. Select the desired item using the Channel Up and Channel Down ( CH ) buttons to highlight the item; then press the SELECT button to enable adjustment of the selected parameter.
MODEL XM50 OWNER’S MANUAL During any play Press CH+/- to mode, press the highlight this item; setup button; then then press select. press CH+/- to Adjust contrast highlight this item range using CH+/- and press select 2.4.4 AUDIO SETTING: When selected, this item enables adjustment of the BASS and TREBLE parameters, each within a range of -5 to +5, and also enables activation of SURROUND sound (ON/OFF).
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MODEL XM50 OWNER’S MANUAL 2.4.6 CLOCK SETTING: When selected, this item sets the current time in either the 12 or 24 hour system. During any play mode, press the setup button; then Then press select press CH+/- to highlight this item...
MODEL XM50 OWNER’S MANUAL VOL/VOL Buttons These buttons are used to adjust the speaker volume in the XM/FM/AM/AUX/iPod modes within the range of 0~30. The factory default is at mid-range (15). Press these buttons to adjust the output volume in any mode 2.9 MODE Button...
MODEL XM50 OWNER’S MANUAL Press this button Highlight the desired sleep in any play time, then press select mode 2.14 Number Buttons 1-10 These buttons are used to directly input radio station frequency/channel number in XM, FM and AM modes. They are also used to store a desired frequency in memory when the station preset function is active.
Swing up the protective cover door to access the iPod/XM receiver system connector bay. Choose the compatible adapter/holder for your iPod model and install it in the bay. Note: The XM50 comes equipped with an iPod adapter. Most iPods come with their own (original) adapters which can also be used if necessary.
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MODEL XM50 OWNER’S MANUAL 4.0 XM Docking Station This station provides docking accommodations for an external mini XM receiver. (Refer to the figure on the previous page.) Using the XM Docking Station Swing up the protective cover door to access the iPod/XM receiver system connector bay.
MODEL XM50 OWNER’S MANUAL Press DIRECT to access Press and hold DIRECT memory bank A; enter to access preset channel channel number using list in memory bank A the number buttons Connector Functions Beeper Connector This connector provides for beeper alarm output.
MODEL XM50 OWNER’S MANUAL AM Antenna Connector This jack provides input 3.5mm connection for a stereo headphone type AM antenna FM Antenna Jack This connector provides input for a 75Ω F-connector type FM antenna. Port Tube This port on the bottom of the unit provides a heat exhaust for the speaker.
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MODEL XM50 OWNER’S MANUAL 1. POWER Button: Same function as radio power on-off. 2. SLEEP Button: Same function as radio; sets sleep time. 3. ALARM Button: Same function as radio; sets alarm time. 4. MUTE Button: Same function as radio; sets audio mute on-off.
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MODEL XM50 OWNER’S MANUAL mode items for adjustment. Also used to control selection of iPod menu items. 15. SHUFFLE Button: Press this button to play iPod songs in a completely random manner. 16. REPEAT Button: When pressed once, current iPod song is repeated; when pressed a second time, current song is played continuously.
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MODEL XM50 OWNER’S MANUAL 7.0 Initial Use* and Batter y Replacement *When purchased the remote control has a battery installed with a plastic insert to prevent battery discharge. Remove the plastic insert before attempting to use the remote. 1. Remove the battery holder. Refer to the drawing.
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