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XM Satellite Radio XMH10 manual

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    2 T able of Contents Congratulations .................................................................................. 3 Fcc Information ................................................................................... 4 Cautions and W arnings ...................................................................... 5 Contents XMH10 ...............[...]

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    3 Congratulations Thank you for purchasing the Audiovox Xpress XM ® Satellite Home Kit. Y ou 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 ® features over 170 digital channels — the most commercial-free music, over 30 channe[...]

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    4 FCC Information · NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are de signed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energ[...]

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    5 Cautions and Warnings 1. Do not install the Home Cradle in a position that obstructs viewing of any home entertainment component, such as a T elevision, or stereo system indicators and displays. 2. This unit complies with the interference limits relative to a Class B digital device, applicable under Part 15 of the FCC Rules regarding installation[...]

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    6 Contents XMH10 Install Manual (P/N 128-7476A) DC Power Adapter (P/N 112-3592) 1 pc. Cradle XMH10 (P/N 136-4060) 1 pc. Antenna (P/N 118-1134) 1 pc. Audio Cable (P/N 112-3599) 1 pc.[...]

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    7 Installation/Wiring Precautions 1. Make sure the adapter cable is not connected to an AC wall outlet until all interconnections have been made and verified. The adapter power cable should be connected last. 2. Do not install the unit in the locations exposed to direct sunlight or in areas subject to extreme temperatures. 3. Incorrect installation[...]

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    8 a. In a major city , where XM® ground repeaters are present, you can usually place the antenna away from a window and still achieve the desired results. b. Y ou can also place the antenna outside (on the roof structure), provided it is clear of any overhead obstructions. Interconnect Diagram AUDIO CABLE CRADLE XMH10 TO AC WALL OUTLET HOME ANTENN[...]

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    9 continuously . If you experience a loss of signal or audio, reposition the antenna inside the home or outside as necessary . 3. Installing the Xpress In the Cradle Install the Xpress XM® Receiver in the docking station as follows: 16-PIN SYSTEM CONNECTOR DOCKING ST A TION FRONT VIEW DOCKING ST A TION TOP VIEW CONNECTOR GUIDE PIN a. After making [...]

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    10 b. The Xpress XM® Receiver should now be nestled securely in the docking station. ANT IN RF CONNECTOR DOCKING ST A TION REAR VIEW DC IN CONNECTOR AUDIO OUT CONNECTOR 4. Aiming your XM® Home Antenna If the Xpress display says “NO SIGNAL,” the antenna needs to be repositioned. In addition, even if you are receiving the XM ® signal, it is re[...]

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    11 has two different signal-strength indicators which will help you optimize the antenna’s position: The first is a basic signal strength indicator visible at the upper right corner of the display screen during normal listening. It has from zero to four vertical bars; four bars represent the strongest signal. The other is a higher-resolution sign[...]

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    12 a. Positioning the XM Antenna The antenna supplied with the Xpress XM ® Home Kit is a high gain type that can receive XM  ’s signal from one of X M ®’s satellites and/or , depending on where you live, XM ®’s terrestrial repeaters. It is recommended that the antenna be positioned near a south-facing window or outdoors with a clear vie[...]

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    13 c. Outdoor installation or indoor wall mounting The antenna can also be attached vertically to an external or internal wall if that is more convenient than placing it on a horizontal surface. 1. Holding your antenna up, find a wall location that ensures a strong signal. It is recommended that you use an extension cord to temporarily locate your [...]

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    14 NOTE: Do not cut the antenna cable and attempt to splice it or attach alternative connectors or cable. The cable and connectors used in your XMH10 Home Kit are specially ch osen an d att ached at the factory to ensure that they will work with XM®‘s unique frequency band. If an antenna extension is required, use the T erk by Audiovox XM-EXT50.[...]

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    15 8. If the antenna is mounted outside, route the cable from the antenna position to the interior of the home, working the cable through the basement, under a window sill, etc.; make adjustments and take up slack whenever necessary . 9. Plug the antenna cable into the ANT IN connector on the back of the cradle. 10. Plug the DC Adapter jack into th[...]

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    16 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 recondi[...]

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    17 THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WAR- RANTY 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 IM[...]

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    © 2006 Audiovox Electronics Corporation 128-7476C[...]