XR9 Satellite Radio Receiver User Guide SATELLITE RADIO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 128-7220A 1 of 32 Released: 10-11-04 Revision A: 11-8-04. Changed default screen and updated existing memory/data screens. Congratulations You are one step closer to experiencing the latest innovation in XM Satellite Radio. XM will revolutionize your in-home or vehicle entertainment with: · Over 130 channels of original programming, including ­ 68 channels of 100% commercial-free music ­ guaranteed, Over 60 channels of world-class sports, news, talk and information. Your Audiovox XR9 receiver must be used with an adapter kit, such as the Audiovox Home Kit, Boom Box or Vehicle Kit as required by your specific installation needs. These kits are available at retailers where Audiovox main units are sold. Audiovox Home Kit: Audiovox Vehicle Kit: Audiovox Boom Box: Part Number XH9 Part Number XC9 Part Number XB9 Required subscription for service sold separately. Premium Channels available at additional monthly costs. Installation costs and other fees and taxes may apply, including a one-time activation fee. All fees and programming subject to change. College sports games subject to availability. Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement included with the 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. -2- 128-7220A 2 of 32 Contents Cautions and Warnings ...................................... 4 XR9 System Components ................................... 4 Introduction .......................................................... 4 Enjoying Your XM -XR9 ......................................... 5 XM XR9 Controls .................................................. 6 Basic Operation ................................................... 8 Tuning by Category .......................................... 8 Channel Listing Options .................................. 8 Direct Tuning ...................................................... 9 Setting/Using Channel Preset Buttons ............. 9 Display Button .................................................. 10 Memory Button (T SEL Function) ..................... 11 Menu Display Operations .................................... 14 Menu Descriptions ............................................... 14 Radio ID ........................................................... 14 Display Setting ................................................. 14 Audio Options ................................................... 15 FM Options ....................................................... 16 Confirm Tone Option ........................................ 16 Lock Option ...................................................... 17 Lock/Unlock Default Code Function ................ 17 Antenna Aiming (Home Installation) ................ 18 Channel Add/Skip ............................................ 18 Memory Options ............................................... 19 Time Options .................................................... 19 Clock ................................................................. 19 Time Format ................................................. 20 Time Zone ..................................................... 20 Set Alarm ...................................................... 21 Alarm Time ................................................... 21 Sleep Mode ................................................... 21 Stock Options ................................................... 22 Stock On/Off .................................................. 22 Stock Add ...................................................... 22 Stock Erase .................................................. 23 Info Extras ......................................................... 24 Info Display Options ..................................... 26 Display Mode ................................................ 26 Factory Default ..................................................... 26 Remote Control Unit ............................................ 27 Troubleshooting .................................................. 29 Specifications ...................................................... 29 Warranty ............................................................... 31 -3- 128-7220A 3 of 32 Cautions and Warnings 1. Do not install the XR9 in a position that hinders your view through the windshield, or obstructs viewing 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. 3. Do not allow operation of the unit to detract from safe driving practices; remember that you are responsible as the vehicle operator to adhere to all safe driving and traffic regulations. 4. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. 5. By adhering to these warnings and safety considerations, serious accidents and/or personal injury can be avoided. XR9 System Components XM Receiver Model XR9, P/N144-2450 SATELLITE RADIO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 Remote Control Unit P/N136-3773 Introduction The Audiovox XM XR9 Satellite Receiver processes the satellite signals received by the externally mounted antenna (purchased separately as part of the Home, Vehicle or Boom Box Kits). The XR9 recognizes and decodes the incoming XM® program information and provides an audio signal to your radio or other audio output equipment. AUDIO OX Batteries for Remote, (2) "AAA", P/N156-2215 -4- 128-7220A 4 of 32 NOTE: The XM® signal can be received and processed virtually anywhere as long as there are no obvious satellite signal obstructions such as nearby buildings, high terrain, parking garages or tunnels. The XR9 is typically installed in an accessible location of the vehicle (dash area), consistent with line-of-sight operation of the remote control, and/or within easy reach of the driver. For home use, situate the XR9 close to your stereo receiving equipment. Enjoying Your XM® XR9 You can begin to enjoy XM® Satellite Radio as soon as the XR9 and Kit installation are complete: 1. Set up your Audiovox XR9 using the installation instructions included in your Home Kit, Vehicle Kit or Boom Box Kit, or with the help of a professional installer. NOTE: Refer to Antenna Aiming (page 18) during the installation procedure. 2. When power is available to the unit, press the Power ( ) button to turn on the XR9. 3. The XM logo ( ) appears on the display followed alternately by the XM preview channel. If this is the first time using the XR9, the screen will alternately display the Preview channel screen and a number of messages, including: "Activate Your XM 1-800-XM RADIO". If not, go to channel 1 using the CH Up/Down buttons. 4. To obtain the XM identification (ID) number, tune to channel 0 or press the MENU button. The Main Menu page appears with the Radio ID option highlighted. Press the SELECT button and the 8-digit XM ID number will appear. Write the number here for future reference. 5. Activate your XM® radio service ---- it's easy. You have one of two choices to activate your service: (a) Visit the website at XMRadio.com and click on the "Activate Radio" section. You will then need to follow some simple directions and provide XM with some basic information in order to activate your service. -5- 128-7220A 5 of 32 (b) Call XM at 1-800-XM RADIO (967-2346). One of XMs friendly Customer Care representatives will take the necessary information and walk you through the activation process. PRESET/DIRECT BUTTON POWER BUTTON CATEGORY SEARCH (UP/DOWN) BUTTONS DISPLAY BUTTON MENU (FM) BUTTON MEMORY (T-SEL) BUTTON SELECT (ENTER) BUTTON INFRARED SENSOR XM XR9 Controls The Audiovox XM® XR9 Unit provides 10 control buttons and 10 number keys. Power Button: This button applies power to and removes power from the XM® XR9 as follows: 1. A momentary press of the power button turns on the receiver, and is accompanied by a confirmation beep tone. The XM logo/name ( ) initially appears on the LCD display for 3 seconds, followed by the Preview screen (if turned on for the first time), or by the tuning mode in effect when the unit was last powered off. 2. A momentary press of the power buttonturns off the receiver. While the unit powers down, the Audiovox logo appears for 2 seconds and the unit turns off. CHANNEL UP/DOWN BUTTONS SATELLITE RADIO LCD DISPLAY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 PRESET (NUMBER) BUTTONS Default Screen 3-DIGIT CHANNEL NUMBER AUTO SIZING/ SCROLLING ARTIST NAME AUTO SIZING/ SCROLLING SONG TITLE CATEGORY NAME PRESET BANK NUMBER TIME INFORMATION 74 Jazz & Blues 9:38AM A Bluesville B.B. King Take It Home SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR CHANNEL NAME -6- 128-7220A 6 of 32 Channel Up/Down Buttons and Select Button: The CH / buttons are the primary controls for navigating through the various lists and option menus available on the unit. In the default mode, these buttons provide sequential tuning through the available program channels. The Up ( ) button, when pressed, tunes up one channel, while the Down ( ) button, when pressed, tunes down one channel. When in the list or menu mode, pressing the CH and scrolls down and up, respectively, through the various menus and lists. The current selection from the list will be highlighted on the display. When the item is highlighted, press the SELECT button to enter the selection. Select Button: In the default mode, when the SELECT button is pressed and held for at least 2 seconds, the channel listing appears. During normal operation, the SELECT button is used to confirm and/or enter desired functions. Category Buttons: The CAT / buttons allow the user to advance through the channel groups based on content category. By pressing the Channel Up/Down buttons, the user can then scroll up or down through the channels within that cat- egory. Once a choice has been made, it can be entered by pressing the SELECT button. Memory Button (T SEL) Function: This feature allows the user to capture and store the current program data information (Channel Name & Number/Artist & Song Title). You can store up to 30 Artist/Song Title combinations. The XR9 also has the capability to search the current incoming XM signal, and thereby alert you if it matches the Artist/Song title stored in XR9 memory. Display Button: The DISPLAY button allows the user to choose one of several ways of presenting the Artist, Song Title and data service information on the LCD screen. Menu (FM) Button: The MENU button is used to access "Main Menu" options which allows the user to make feature function adjustments to suit your own personal preferences. Upon entering the main menu mode, use the Channel Up/Down buttons to highlight the desired function and then press the SELECT button to enter. Pressing and holding the MENU button will enter FM Frequency setting mode which will allow you to quickly make frequency changes as required. -7- 128-7220A 7 of 32 Preset Button: Each momentary press of the PRESET button allows the user to switch between 3 banks of Channel presets (10 presets each A, B, and C, plus Direct (Dir) channel entry. When in any of the three preset banks, momentarily pressing any of the number buttons will recall the stored channel. In the Direct (Dir) mode, use the number buttons to directly enter the desired channel number. Keypad Buttons 0-9: These buttons are used to directly enter a desired channel number. They are also used when entering and recalling preset channel numbers into memory. Down buttons to tune and select a desired channel based on genre. Tuning By Category When in Category Tuning Mode, each momentary press of the Category Up/Down Button(s) advances through the available Genres: 1 2 3 4 CATEGORY NAME 1 CHANNEL N A M E CHANNEL N A M E CHANNEL N A M E CHANNEL N A M E C H A R Basic Operation With the unit properly installed, activated and connected to your home or vehicle audio system, proceed as follows: 1. Press the Power button; the XR9 turns on and the XM logo appears for 3 seconds followed by the default display for the channel and tuning mode in effect prior to turnoff. 2. Press the Channel Up/Down buttons to select and play the desired channel, or use the Category Up/ 1. Using the CH Up/Down buttons to select the desired channel. 2. Press the SELECT button to select that channel. 3. Once the channel has been selected, the unit will revert to the default screen and your selection will be played. Channel Listing Options This feature allows you to view what is playing on other channels without having to change the current channel you are listening to. The content listing options are selected by using the DISPLAY button. When the default screen is displa ...