Audiovox Satellite Radio XMB10 User Manual

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Xpress Satellite  
Radio Receiver  
XMB10 Boom  
Box User Guide  
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Congratulations  
Thank you for purchasing the Audiovox Xpress XM® Satellite Radio Boom Box. You are one step closer to experienc-  
ing the latest innovation in XM® Satellite Radio. XM® Satellite Radio will revolutionize your in-home or On-the-Go  
entertainment.  
XM® features over 150 digital channels — 100% commercial-free music, over 30 channels of news, sports, talk and  
entertainment, over 20 dedicated channels of XM® Instant Traffic & Weather, and the deepest play-list in the industry  
with access to over 2 million titles!  
XM® Satellite Radio service gives you the power to choose what you want to hear - wherever and whenever you want  
it. XM® is America’s #1 Satellite Radio provider with over 4 million customers.  
Your Audiovox Xpress XM® receiver must be used with an accessory 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.  
Required subscription for service sold separately.  
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 www.xmradio.com. Only available in the 48 contiguous United  
States.  
©2005 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.  
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FCC Regulations  
This unit complies with the interference limits relative to a Class B digital device, applicable under Part  
15 of the FCC Rules regarding installation in a residential environment. If the unit is not installed in  
accordance with these instructions, it could cause harmful interference to audio or television reception.  
If this condition persists after corrective action, consult your dealer or experienced installation facility.  
Cautions and Warnings  
1. Within the home, do not install the Boom Box in a position that obstructs viewing of any home  
entertainment component, such as Television, or stereo system indicators and displays.  
2. Do not install or use the XMB10 in locations exposed to direct sunlight, or in areas subject to  
extreme temperatures; do not operate the unit in moist areas, in rain, or in areas adjacent  
to water such as pools, hot tubs, etc.  
3. When outdoors, position the XMB10 and antenna where there are no obvious satellite signal  
obstructions such as high terrain, trees, overhangs, etc.  
4. When installed indoors, unplug the AC Power Adapter from the wall outlet when the XMB10 is not  
to be used for an extended period of time. If batteries are installed, set the Power On/Off-VOL  
control to the Off position to prevent unintentional battery discharge, or remove the batteries.  
5. To avoid possible damage to the Receiver Boom Box caused by battery leakage, it is  
recommended that the batteries be removed when the Boom Box is not being used for an extended  
period of time.  
6. Do not install or place the XMB10 on an inclined or unstable surface.  
7. By adhering to these warnings and safety considerations, serious accidents and/or personal  
injury can be avoided.  
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Antenna  
(P/N 118-1155)  
Installation/Wiring Precautions  
Contents XMB10  
Users Guide  
1. If using the adapter, make sure the adapter cable  
is not connected to an AC wall outlet until all inter-  
connections have been made and verified. The  
adapter power cable should be connected last.  
2. Incorrect installation may cause damage to the  
system.  
3. For antenna positioning, refer to the Antenna  
Aiming procedure outlined in the Xpress XM®  
Satellite Radio Receiver User Guide, 128-7454.  
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AC/DC Power Adapter  
(P/N 136-3990)  
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Setting Up and Installing Your Kit  
NOTE: The XM® signal can be received and pro-  
cessed virtually anywhere as long as there  
are no obvious satellite signal obstructions  
such as high terrain, trees, overhangs, etc.  
In placing the antenna, therefore, these factors  
must be taken into account .  
1 pc.  
XMB10 Boom Box  
(P/N 144-2484)  
Boom Box XMB10 Controls  
The Xpress XM® Boom Box XMB10 provides Power  
ON/OFF and VOLUME +/- pushbuttons. A power-on LED  
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is also located on the front panel. When the Xpress®  
Receiver is installed in the boom box, the  
NOTE: The Volume buttons on the Remote Control  
unit (included w/Receiver Combo) will also  
control the volume output of the Boom Box.  
1. PHONES Jack: Accepts a stereo headphone jack  
to provide private listening capability for the Boom  
Box.  
4. Power On/Status/Low Battery LED: The LED  
lights blue when the Power On/Off pushbutton is  
pressed to apply power to the XMB10. When  
operating on AC current, the LED will briefly flash  
approximately every 10 seconds. When operating  
on DC(batteries) current, the LED will briefly flash  
approximately every 5 seconds.  
The LED will also indicate the status of the  
volume pushbuttons when the AUX Jack is in use;  
the LED will flash each time the Volume + or -  
button is pressed until the maximum setting is  
reached in either direction. Then the LED will  
resume power source flashing as before.  
2. AUX Jack: Accepts an audio input signal from an  
external audio device. When using the AUX audio  
input, turn the Receiver off to preserve battery power.  
Adjust the volume level of the external audio device  
to obtain an audio output from the XMB10. The  
volume control on theexternal audio device  
should be set to mid-range.  
3. VOLUME +/- Pushbuttons: Increase or decrease  
the volume of the audio output signal from the  
XMB10. To increase the  
volume level, press  
the + pushbutton; to  
decrease the volume  
level, press the  
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5. Power On/Off Switch: When pressed, applies  
power to the Boom Box; the power on LED  
indicator (4) lights blue.  
6. EJECT Button: Press this button to release the  
spring-loaded XMB10 mounting plate to install and  
remove the Xpress® Receiver from the Boom Box.  
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1. Battery Installation  
Your Boom Box can operate independently of AC  
power by installing 8 C-Cell batteries as follows:  
2. Cabling Interconnections  
You can begin to enjoy Xpress XM® Satellite Radio  
as soon as the Receiver and Boom Box Kit installation  
are complete. Set up your Audiovox XMB10 by following  
theinterconnect diagram.  
NOTE: The batteries are bypassed automatically  
whenever the supplied AC Adapter is  
plugged into the DC 12V jack on the back  
3. Installing the Receiver in the XMB10  
Install the receiver as follows:  
panel.  
COVER LATCHES  
BOTTOM OF  
BOOM BOX  
BATTERY  
COMPARTMENT  
COVER  
IMPORTANT: Make sure boom box power is off before  
installing and removing the Xpress  
Receiver.  
a. Press the EJECT button at the top of the XMB10; the  
spring-loaded mounting plate will tilt forward.  
NEGATIVE  
POSITIVE  
BATTERY  
COMPARTMENT  
(COVER REMOVED)  
RECEIVER  
COMPARTMENT  
MOUNTING  
PLATE  
EJECTBUTTON  
DETENT  
NEGATIVE  
POSITIVE  
1. Turn the Boom Box upside down to access  
the battery compartment.  
MOUNTING  
PLATE  
2. Push the battery cover latches forward and flip  
up the battery compartment cover to the open  
position.  
Xpress  
3. Insert eight (8) C-Cell batteries observing  
battery polarity as shown; then close the cover.  
RECEIVER  
CONNECTOR  
CONNECTOR  
GUIDEPIN  
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b. After making sure the connectors and guide pin hole  
are properly lined up, gently lower the Xpress into  
the mounting plate, and press down on the Xpress  
to mate the connectors together. The raised detent  
on the mounting plate will enter the notch on the  
rear of the Receiver, indicating the Xpress is properly  
seated. The receiver should now be attached  
securely to the mounting plate.  
c. Apply power to the XMB10 by pressing the Power  
ON/OFF button; the LED indicator lights blue. If  
the Receiver does not turn on at the same time,  
press the Power On/Off ( ) button on the Receiver  
front panel.  
4. Removing the Receiver From the XMB10  
Press the EJECT button on top of the Boom Box; the  
receiver will swing out automatically. Gently grasp each  
side of the Receiver at the top and pull straight up to  
disengage it from the mounting plate.  
INSTALLING/REMOVING  
THE Xpress RECEIVER  
PUSH IN AT TOP TO  
SECUREINPLACE  
Xpress  
RECEIVER  
INSTALLED  
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5. Installing the Antenna  
Interconnect Diagram  
For best reception, the supplied antenna should be  
placed near a window if in the house or, if outdoors, in  
an open area and as high as possible; some  
repositioning may be required to achieve optimum  
results. The following guidelines are recommended:  
ANTENNA  
STORAGE  
SHELF  
RECEIVER  
BOOM BOX  
XMB10  
DCPOWER  
ADAPTER  
JACK  
ANTENNA  
JACK (ANT)  
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. You can also place the antenna outside (on the  
roof structure), provided it is clear of any  
overhead obstructions.  
DCPOWER  
ADAPTER  
(DC 12V 1.5A)  
HIDE-AWAY  
ANTENNA  
CABLE WRAP  
6. Antenna Placement Considerations  
The antenna should be placed on a relatively flat  
surface whenever possible. When outdoors, the  
antenna may be left in its mount atop the Boom  
Box provided no overhead obstructions are present.  
TO AC  
WALL  
OUTLET  
RECEIVER  
ANTENNA  
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other is a higher-resolution signal-strength  
indicator screen showing Terrestrial and  
Satellite indications which allow you to opti-  
mally aim your XM Antenna. To access and  
use this screen, refer to the Xpress XM Satellite  
Radio Receiver User Guide (128-7454).  
To mount the antenna:  
a. Plug the antenna into the ANT connector on the  
back of the XMB10.  
b. Leave the antenna in place on the Boom Box,  
or remove the antenna from its mount, uncoil  
the antenna cable, and place it at the preferred  
location inside or outside the home. If the Xpress  
Receiver display indicates “NO SIGNAL,” the  
antenna needs to be repositioned. In addition,  
even if you are receiving the XM signal, it is  
recommended that you optimize the position of  
your XM Antenna as described in this section  
enabling you toreceive the strongest possible  
signal and consistent, mute-free reception.  
7. Positioning the XM Antenna  
The antenna supplied with the XMB10 is a high-gain  
type that can receive XM’s signal from one of XM’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 view of the southeastern sky in  
order to receive the satellite signal. In some cases, it  
will be possible to receive XM’s signal through  
standard home walls or a roof. To position your  
antenna, first set up the Boom Box as described  
earlier in this user guide. Next, position the antenna  
until you receive the strongest possible satellite sig-  
nal. If the satellite signal is not available, you can op-  
timize it for a terrestrial signal (where available).  
c. Your Xpress Receiver display has two different  
signal-strengthindicators 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 three vertical bars;  
three bars represent the strongest signal. The  
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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  
XMB10 are specially chosen and attached at  
the factory to ensure that they will work with  
XM’s unique frequency band. Use an XM-  
approved antenna extension kit from your  
local consumer electronics retailer. Failure to  
do so could damage the unit.  
a. Apply power to the XMB10 Boom Box as  
outlined previously in paragraph 3c and obtain  
an audio output. If no audio is heard, move the  
antenna to different positions on the surface  
until an audio output is heard. This is the  
desiredantenna position and should be  
marked.  
cable; use protective grommets wherever  
rough openings are encountered.  
d. 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.  
e. If outdoors, either leave the antenna in place  
atop the XMB10, or remove the antenna and  
find a location free from overhead obstructions  
such as tree branches, or the roof of a tent or  
other temporary shelter.  
f. Plug the antenna cable into the ANT connector  
on the back of the Boom Box.  
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When not using battery power as the primary  
power source, plug the female end of the DC  
Adapter cable into the “DC 12V receptacle on  
the rear of the Boom Box.  
b. After determining the optimum position, turn  
off XMB10 and Receiver power, disconnect the  
power adapter from the wall outlet receptacle  
(if indoors) and disconnect the antenna cable.  
h. Plug the other end of the DC adapter cable  
into a 110-volt wall receptacle. Apply power to  
the Boom Box and Receiver.  
i. You are now ready to enjoy XM programming  
outdoors or within your home.  
c. When indoors, plan the routing of the antenna  
cable to the cradle. Make sure you avoid any  
obstructions that could crimp, kink or twist the  
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Specifications  
Nominal Output Power per Channel  
5.0 Watts Rms  
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)  
Frequency Response  
0.3% at 1 Watt  
30Hz to 20kHz  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio  
>65dB Maximum  
8 Ohms Nominal  
32 Ohms  
Speaker Impedance  
Headphone Output Impedance  
Headphone Output Level  
Headphone Connector Type  
Auxiliary Input Impedance  
Auxiliary Input Level  
800 mV (Maximum)  
3.5 mm Stereo Jack  
8K-Ohms Nominal  
2.0 Volts (Maximum)  
3.5 mm Stereo Jack  
-6dB Nominal at 2.5kHz  
Auxiliary Connector Type  
Equalizer Frequency  
Overall XMB10 Dimensions  
19.1” W x 7.5” D x 8.43” H  
485 mmW x 192 mmD x 214 mmH  
Overall AC Adapter Dimensions  
XMB10 Weight  
1.92” D x 3.3” H x 2.2” W  
48.7mmD x 84mmH x 56mmW  
6.75 Lbs. (3.06Kg)  
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Maintenance  
Periodic Inspection  
The XMB10 Boom Box should be inspected periodically for external damage. At least once every 30  
days of use, perform the following checks:  
1. Inspect the Receiver connector for loose, bent or broken pins, misalignment, etc.; make  
sure the Xpress Receiver connector is intact and exhibits no apparent damage.  
2. Check the VOL control for freedom of motion without binding of any kind.  
3. Make sure the antenna connector at the rear of the unit is free from damage of any kind and that  
the antenna lead plug mates correctly and securely.  
4. Make sure the DC 12V connector at the rear of the unit is also free from damage of any kind and  
that the AC Adapter plug mates correctly and securely.  
5. Check the antenna for any physical damage; make sure the antenna lead is secure and not  
nicked or frayed.  
6. Inspect the overall Boom Box case and speaker grilles for damage such as nicks, scratches  
punctures, etc.  
Cleaning the XMB10 Boom Box  
When cleaning the Boom Box, make sure the AC Adapter is unplugged from the power source. Do not  
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a lint-free cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning  
the exterior of the Boom Box only.  
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Troubleshooting  
FAULT  
PROBABLE  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Turn Receiver power on using  
the Xpress Power On/Off button  
Receiver power is set to off  
System does not turn on  
Install batteries observing correct  
polarity  
Batteries not installed or installed incorrectly  
Remove power connector from rear  
panel of XMB10  
XMB10 does not operate using  
batteries  
As long as the AC power connector is at-  
tached to the rear panel, operation is disabled  
Replace batteries  
Intermittent operation  
Low battery level  
Connect satellite antenna to XMB10  
rear panel ANT jack  
Satellite antenna not connected to XMB10  
rear panel  
ANTENNA error message  
Press firmly down on the Receiver to  
ensure that the connector is firmly  
mated to the Boom Box connector  
Xpress Receiver not firmly seated in cradle  
mounting plate  
Change location to eliminate nearby  
obstacles (bridges, etc.)  
Check for obstacles over or around antenna  
Headphones installed  
NO SIGNAL message  
Remove headphones  
No sound from XMB10 speakers  
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12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY  
AUDIOVOX CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof,  
undernormaluseandconditions, beprovendefectiveinmaterialorworkmanshipwithin12monthsfromthedateoforiginalpurchase, suchdefect(s)  
will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor.  
To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill  
of sale), specification of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to an approved warranty station or the Company at the address shown below.  
This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation  
of the product, damage to speakers, accessories, or vehicle and home electrical systems, malfunction of satellite transmissions, repeater signal  
or receiver unit.  
This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which, in the opinion of the Company, has suffered or been damaged through alteration,  
improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident, or by removal or defacement of the factory serial number/bar code label(s). THE  
EXTENT OF THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY 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 IMPLIED WARRANTY OF  
MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY  
WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF  
48 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR  
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. No person or  
representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product.  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage  
so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights  
which vary from state to state.  
U.S.A. : AUDIOVOX CORPORATION, 150 MARCUS BLVD., HAUPPAUGE, NEW YORK 11788 z 1-800-645-4994  
CANADA : CALL 1-800-645-4994 FOR LOCATION OF WARRANTY STATION SERVING YOUR AREA  
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