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Xpress RCi User Guide English 1 to 30

User Guide
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Table of Contents
Introduction ......................... 5
Features....................................6
Safety and Care Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
What’s in the Box? ..........................9
XpressRCi Functions........................ 10
Remote Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Control Knob and Select Button Basics. . . . . . . .12
PowerConnect Vehicle Dock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Vehicle Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio . . . . . .16
Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount . . . . . . . 18
Step 3: Mount the Magnetic
Mount Antenna .........................22
Step 4: Route the Magnetic Mount
Antenna Cable ..........................27
Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna
and PowerConnect Power Adapter . . . . . . . . 39
Step 6: Connect the Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Activation...........................51
XpressRCi...........................53
The Main Display...........................54
Navigation Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Listening to Satellite Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
FM Presets ................................65
Skip a Channel.............................66
Block xL (Explicit Language) Channels . . . . . . . 67
Special Features.....................69
Pause and Replay ..........................70
TuneSelect ................................72
GameSelect ...............................75
Stock Quotes ..............................78
SongSaver.................................80
Where Else Can You Use Your
XpressRCi?........................83
Configuring your XpressRCi ...........85
Radio ID...................................86
Find Available FM Channels in
Your Area ..............................87
Turn FM Transmitter On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Set and Select FM Channels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Set Audio Level ............................95
Signal Indicator ............................96
Display Settings............................97
Set Time ..................................99
Sleep Timer ..............................103
Factory Settings ..........................104
Demo Mode...............................105
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Patent Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Environmental Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Owner’s Record............................118
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Introduction
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Features
Congratulations on your purchase of the XpressRCi!
The XpressRCi has these exciting features to enhance your overall listening
experience:
• Large vibrant colour display: View artist name, song title, and channel
information on a display with stylish colour backgrounds and graphics.
• Split screen display mode: Split the screen to simultaneously view what’s
playing on the current channel and up to 3 other channels, or view what’s
playing on the current channel and the last channel you were listening to at
the same time.
• Improved audio connection options: Use either the included Aux In Cable,
or the new PowerConnect technology to receive clear sound through your
vehicle’s stereo system.
• Enhanced real-time channel guide: Browse programs, artists, and songs
playing on other channels, without having to change the channel you are on.
• Pause and Replay: Pause, rewind, and replay up to 60 minutes of live radio.
• TuneSelect and GameSelect: Don’t miss your favourite artists and songs
when they are on live radio. And view scores and stats of your teams
anytime, plus get alerts when they are playing.
• SongSaver: Store up to 10 songs so you can listen to them later.
• Stock Ticker: Track the price and daily movement of your favourite stocks.
Please read the entire user guide before using your XpressRCi !
Introduction
Safety and Care Information
IMPORTANT! Always read and understand all the instructions to avoid
injury to yourself and/or damage to your device. XM Radio Inc. disclaims all
responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdown, repair, or other
causes.
• Do not expose to extreme temperatures (above 60˚C or below
-20˚C, or above 140˚F or below -4˚F).
• Do not expose to moisture. Do not use device near or in water.
• Do not let any foreign matter spill into device.
• Do not store in dusty areas.
• Do not expose to chemicals such as benzene and thinners. Do not
use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Clean with a soft damp cloth only.
• Do not expose to direct sunlight for a prolonged period of time, and
do not expose to fire, flame, or other heat sources.
• Do not try to disassemble and/or repair device yourself.
• Do not drop your device or subject it to severe impact.
• Do not place heavy objects on device.
• Do not subject device to excessive pressure.
• If the LCD screen is damaged, do not touch the liquid crystal fluid.
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Warning!
• Opening the case may result in electric shock.
• If the liquid crystal fluid comes in contact with your skin, wipe the skin area
with a cloth and then wash the skin thoroughly with soap and running water.
If the liquid crystal fluid comes into contact with your eyes, flush the eyes
with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical care. If the liquid
crystal fluid is ingested, flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large
quantities of water, and induce vomiting. Seek medical care.
• Make sure that you insert the PowerConnect Power Adapter all the way into
the vehicle’s cigarette lighter or power adapter socket.
• Do not insert several devices into the same power socket.
• Use the PowerConnect Power Adapter and Vehicle Dock away from water
sources to avoid fire or electric shock.
• Do not touch the device with wet hands.
• When using this product, it is always important to keep your eyes on the
road and hands on the wheel. Not doing so could result in personal injury,
death, and/or damage to your device, accessories, and/or to your vehicle or
other property.
• Vehicle installation and radio configuration functions should not be
performed while driving. Park your vehicle in a safe location before
beginning installation.
Your device should be placed in your vehicle where it will not interfere with the
function of safety features, e.g., deployment of airbags. Failure to correctly place
device may result in injury to you or others, if the unit becomes detached during an
accident and/or obstructs the deployment of an airbag.
Introduction
What’s in the Box?
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mute
info menu
fm direct
display
0
jump fav
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XpressRCi Radio
PowerConnect
Vehicle Dock
Remote Control
Magnetic Mount
Antenna
Aux In Cable
Dash Mount
Antenna & Dash Mount
Alcohol Preparation Pads
PowerConnect
Power Adapter
Vent Mount
and Extended
Vent Clamps
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XpressRCi Functions
Introduction
Remote Control Functions
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Pause and Replay Buttons
Pause, rewind, and replay
up to 60 minutes of live
radio. Power Button
Turn radio on and off.
Display
Customize the way you view
content on the display.
Left and Right Arrows
Search for channels by
category; also when in
Replay mode, rewind or
fast-forward through
content.
Control Knob
Scroll through lists and
preview channels; also
highlight menu options.
Menu Button
Access advanced features
and configuration options;
also press and hold to
access FM presets.
Select Button
Press to confirm selection
for channel and menu items;
also press and hold to
GameSelect, to TuneSelect,
or to save a song.
Fav Button
Choose among the different
tuning modes: Direct,
Favourite Channels, and
SongSaver.
Jump
Switch between
current channel and
previous channel.
Info Button
View either
sports or stock
information.
Number Buttons
Select your favourite
channels; also enter
a channel number
directly; also access
songs saved in
SongSaver.
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5
2
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mute
info menu
fm direct
display
0
jump
+
fav
Pause and Replay Buttons
Pause, rewind, and replay
up to 60 minutes of live
radio.
Power Button
Turn radio on and off.
Display Button
Customize the way you view
content on the display.
Arrow Buttons
Use up/down arrow buttons
to scroll through lists and
preview channels; also
highlight menu options. Use
left/right arrows to search
for channels by category;
also when in Replay mode,
rewind or fast-forward
through content.
Menu Button
Access advanced features
and configuration options;
also press and hold to
access FM presets.
Select Button
Press to confirm selection
for channel and menu items;
also press and hold to
GameSelect, to TuneSelect,
or to save a song.
Fav Button
Choose among the different
tuning modes: Direct,
Favourite Channels, and
SongSaver.
Jump Button
Switch between current
channel and previous
channel.
Info Button
View either sports or stock
information.
Number Buttons
Select your favourite
channels; also enter a
channel number directly;
also access songs saved
in SongSaver.
— / FM Button
—: Change channels, or
decrease volume for
Sound System (sold
separately).
FM: Not used in XpressRCi.
+ / Direct Button
+: Change channels, or
increase volume for Sound
System (sold separately).
Direct: Not used in
XpressRCi.
Mute Button
Silence live radio, saved
songs, and replayed
content.
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PowerConnect Vehicle Dock
Colour-Coded Connections
The PowerConnect Vehicle Dock has colour-coded connectors to assist you in
connecting the cables to the correct connector.
ANT (Silver)
Connection for
the Magnetic
Mount Antenna.
AUDIO (Green)
Connection for Aux In
Cable or optional
Cassette Adapter
(sold separately).
Rear View
PWR (Red)
Connection for
PowerConnect
Power Adapter.
FM (Blue)
Connection for
optional FM Direct
Adapter (sold
separately).
AUDIO ANT PWR FM
Introduction
Control Knob and Select Button Basics
Turn the Control knob clockwise or counter-clockwise
to scroll through a list and highlight an item in the list.
Press the center of the Select
button to make a selection.
Press the edge to tilt the Select button to select , , display, or jump.
Tilt Right: Tilt Left: Tilt Up: display Tilt Down: jump
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Vehicle Installation
Wire Guide
The PowerConnect Vehicle Dock has a wire guide at the top rear that can help
you to organize the cables and wires connected to the dock. If you need to bring
a cable or wire from one side of the dock to the other, utilize the wire guide by
looping the cable though the wire guide as shown.
Wire Guide
Introduction
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Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio
When installing the XpressRCi in your vehicle, choose a location where it will not
block your vision, interfere with the controls, or obstruct the air bag. The location
should be easily accessible and provide good visibility of the display, and should
not be located where it will be in direct sunlight, which will affect the visibility of
the display screen.
Several examples of the XpressRCi mounted in a vehicle are shown: A is the on dash
method using the Dash Mount, and B is the vent clip method using the Vent Mount.
A.
A.
Option 1 Option 2
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FM
menu
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Vehicle Installation
B.
A.
B.
display
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info
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Option 3
Option 4 Option 5
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3 The dock mounting plate can be tilted in different directions.
Adjust as necessary for your particular vehicle. When the
orientation is correct, tighten the knob.
4 Clean the surface with the
alcohol preparation pad and
let it dry thoroughly.
5 Peel off the adhesive liner.
Position, press, and hold the
Dash Mount in place for 30
seconds.
IMPORTANT! Once the mount is attached to the dash, let the adhesive cure
(dry) for 24 hours before attaching the dock and radio to the mount.
TIP! To remove, carefully lift the adhesive pad with your fingers or a spoon.
Warming the pad with a hair dryer for several minutes will help soften the
adhesive.
Knob Adhesive Foot Dock Mounting Plate
Vehicle Installation
Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount
Depending on your situation, you can either choose to use the Dash Mount or the
Vent Mount.
IMPORTANT! When you install the chosen mount, do not attach the dock to the
mount. All cables should be attached to the dock prior to connecting the dock to
the mount.
Installing the Dash Mount:
CAUTION! The adhesive used on the Dash Mount may be difficult
to remove. Do not install this mount on leather surfaces and make
sure the air temperature is at least 15ºC (60ºF) during installation.
1 Locate a flat surface for the Dash Mount. Make sure there is ample
room for the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and XpressRCi Radio when
installed.
2 Set the orientation of the Dash Mount before adhering it. Loosen the
knob and adjust the adhesive foot for the location you selected in
“Step 1: Choose a
Location for Your
Radio” on page 16.
•Option 1 & 3
should be
oriented as I.
•Option 2 should
be oriented as II.
I II
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3 Push the Vent Mount onto the vehicle vent as shown (1) until it
hooks on the rear of the vent louver (2).
4 Rest the foot against the bottom of the vent (2), and adjust the
tilt of the Vent Mount by repositioning the foot to a different
adjustment hole (3).
To remove the Vent Mount, push the mount into the vent. Then lift up until
disengaged from the rear of the vent louver, and remove the Vent Mount.
PUSH
Dash
Vent
Louver
Foot
Vent Vent
Dash Dash
HOOKED
TILT
ADJUSTMENT
HOLES
1 2 3
Vehicle Installation
Installing the Vent Mount:
1 Locate a vent with horizontal
louvers sturdy enough to hold your
PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and radio.
2 If the vent louvers in your vehicle
are recessed, you may need to use
the longer vent clamps with the Vent
Mount. If so, remove the shorter vent
clamps and install the longer ones
into the Vent Mount. Be sure to observe the orientation of the vent
clamps as shown.
Slide Short Vent Clamps Out
Remove End Cap
Slide Extended Vent Clamps In Replace End Cap
Extended Vent Clamps
Short Vent
Clamps
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SUV: We recommend mounting the antenna at the rear of the roof
as shown.
Convertible: We recommend mounting the antenna at the leading
edge of the trunk as shown.
Pickup Truck: We recommend
mounting the antenna just above the
front windshield as shown.
2 Clean the surface of the selected
mounting location using the alcohol
preparation pad and let it dry
thoroughly.
Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna
The Magnetic Mount Antenna contains a strong magnet which will stick to any
metal part of your vehicle, but will not damage the vehicle.
To install the Magnetic Mount Antenna:
1 Choose the best location for your antenna considering
your vehicle type. Pay particular attention to any
accessories that you may have like luggage racks and
how frequently you may use them.
Sedan/Coupe: We recommend mounting the antenna just above either
the front windshield or the back window as shown.
Vehicle Installation
Magnet
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CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna inside
the vehicle, for example, on the dashboard.
CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna on any
of the vehicle’s front, back or side pillars.
CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna close
to a roof rack. Adjust the rack so it’s further
away from the antenna or move the antenna
closer to the center of the roof.
TIP! Mount the antenna on the
roof (for most vehicles) or trunk
(for convertibles) where it has a
clear view of the sky in all
directions.
3 Place the antenna in the location you selected. Follow the Tips and
Cautions shown on the next several pages.
Vehicle Installation
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Step 4: Route the Magnetic Mount Antenna Cable
Before you begin routing the antenna cable, read these general instructions
for how to route and hide the antenna cable. Then route your antenna cable
according to the instructions which follow for your specific type of vehicle.
Feed cable under
rubber moulding
around window
Tuck the cable under the
moulding around the window
Use a blunt plastic putty knife, a credit card,
a plastic knife, or a similar blunt tool to lift the
rubber window moulding
CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna
close to another antenna. Mount it at
least 7.5 cm (3 inches) away.
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Bring cable out of weatherstripping and into trunk
Route cable along trunk
wall and into cabin through
gap or conduit, along existing
wiring harness
Route cable along trunk
wall and into cabin
Route cable out from under rear windshield
moulding and tuck into weatherstripping
around trunk opening
Pull weatherstripping
from trunk opening
Tuck cable into weatherstripping.
Route cable through weatherstripping
several inches to avoid sharp bends
Pull cable out of weatherstripping
and route through trunk to cabin
Avoid sharp bends by running cable through
weatherstripping for several inches
Route cable out of window
moulding and into weather-
stripping around trunk opening
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TIP! Always be careful to include enough slack in your cable to
accommodate open doors or trunk lids. Use things typically found around
the home, like electrical tape, to secure cables in areas so that hinges do not
pinch the cable with the door. Hide any excess cable in the trim.
Continue routing cable under
carpet or console to radio location
Coil excess
cable under
carpet or mat
Bring cable out
from trim
Pull carpet
or mat back
Bring cable out from trim
and route under carpet to
dashboard or console
Use a blunt plastic putty
knife or similar blunt tool
to lift edge of interior
trim and tuck cable
under trim. Continue
towards front of vehicle
Route cable from trunk
under interior trim, into
cabin and towards front
of vehicle
Route cable under
trim or upholstery
Continue routing cable
under trim or carpet
towards front of vehicle
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knife or similar blunt tool to lift the plastic trim just enough to
tuck the cable under underneath. Avoid side airbag locations
on back pillars and above the doors. Airbag locations are
marked with “SRS” logos. Be careful not to crimp or cut the
cable.
5. Bring the cable out from the trim near the front of the cabin
and route it under the carpet toward the dashboard or console.
Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the
carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls.
Secure the excess cable with wire ties (purchased separately).
6. Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle
Dock location. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily
connect it to the antenna connector of the dock.
7. Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna
and PowerConnect Power Adapter” on page 39.
Vehicle Installation
• Sedan/Coupe With Antenna Placed at the Rear of the Roof:
1. Feed the antenna cable from the antenna underneath the rubber
molding around the rear window. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or
similar blunt tool to lift the rubber molding around the rear window
and tuck the antenna cable underneath the molding. Route the
antenna cable around and down the window to the lowest point. If
your rear window does not have rubber molding, we recommend
consulting a professional installer.
2. Route the antenna cable out of the window molding and into the
rubber weather stripping around the trunk opening. Lift the weather
stripping from the opening and tuck the cable inside it, then replace
the weather stripping. To avoid sharp bends in the cable, run the
cable inside the weather stripping for a few inches, then remove the
cable from the weather stripping inside the trunk. Keep the cable
away from hinges, gears, etc., that could damage it.
3. Route the cable out from the rubber weather stripping and along
the trunk wall. Continue
routing the cable into
the vehicle cabin through
a conduit or along an
existing wiring harness.
4. Route the cable through
the main cabin area under
the interior trim, towards
the front of the vehicle.
Use a blunt plastic putty
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5. Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna
and PowerConnect Power Adapter” on page 39.
•SUV:
1. Feed the antenna cable underneath the rubber weather
stripping of the rear tailgate window/door and route the cable
along the rear hatch. Lift the weather stripping from the
opening and tuck the cable inside it, then replace the weather
stripping. Pull the cable out from weather stripping and route
it into the cabin under the interior trim. Avoid hinges or gears
that could crimp or cut the cable.
2. Route the cable through the SUV’s main cabin area under
the interior trim, towards the front of the vehicle. Use a blunt
plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the plastic trim
just enough to tuck the cable under underneath. Avoid side
airbag locations
on back pillars and
above the doors.
Airbag locations are
marked with “SRS”
logos. Be careful not
to crimp or cut the
cable.
3. Bring the cable out
from the trim near
the front of the cabin
and route it under
•Sedan/Coupe With Antenna Placed at the Front of the Roof:
1. Feed the antenna cable from the antenna underneath the rubber
molding around the windshield. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or
similar blunt tool to lift the rubber molding around the windshield
and tuck the antenna cable underneath the molding. Route the
antenna cable around and down the windshield to the lowest point.
2. At the lowest corner of the windshield, route the cable out of the
windshield molding and into the rubber weather stripping around
the door opening. Lift the weather stripping from the opening and
tuck the cable inside it,
then replace the weather
stripping. Run the cable
inside of the weather
stripping to the bottom of
the door opening.
3. Pull the cable out of the
weather stripping at
the bottom of the door
opening and route it under the carpet toward the dashboard. Coil
any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet,
keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the
excess cable with wire ties.
4. Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock
location. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it
to the antenna connector of the dock.
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under underneath. Avoid side airbag locations on back pillars
and above the doors. Airbag locations are marked with “SRS”
logos. Be careful not to crimp or cut the cable.
4. Bring the cable out from the trim near the front of the cabin
and route it under the carpet toward the dashboard or console.
Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the
carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls.
Secure the excess cable with wire ties (purchased separately).
5. Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle
Dock location. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily
connect it to the antenna connector of the dock.
6. Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna
and PowerConnect Power Adapter” on page 39 .
•Pickup Truck:
1. Use a blunt plastic putty knife
or similar blunt tool to lift
the rubber molding around
the windshield and tuck the
antenna cable underneath it.
2. Continue tucking the cable
underneath the windshield
molding around the windshield
to the lowest corner.
3. At the lowest corner of the
the carpet toward the dashboard or console. Coil any excess cable
in a hidden location, such as under the carpet, keeping it away from
any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the excess cable with wire ties
(purchased separately).
4. Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock
location. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it to
the antenna connector of the dock.
5. Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and
PowerConnect Power Adapter” on page 39.
•Convertible:
1. Bring the antenna cable from the antenna into the trunk at the front
edge of the trunk lid. Keep any bends in the cable loose. Tape or tie the
cable along the inside of the trunk lid to the trunk lid hinge strut.
2. Allow enough slack in the cable so the trunk lid can easily open and
close and keep the cable away from hinges, gears, etc., that could
crimp or cut it. Route the cable
along the trunk wall and into the
cabin through a conduit or along
an existing wiring harness.
3. Route the cable through the main
cabin area under the interior trim,
towards the front of the vehicle.
Use a blunt plastic putty knife or
similar blunt tool to lift the plastic
trim just enough to tuck the cable
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Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and
PowerConnect Power Adapter
1 Plug the Magnetic Mount Antenna
into the silver ANT connector on the
PowerConnect Vehicle Dock.
2 Insert the PowerConnect Power Adapter
into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter or
power adapter socket.
3 Plug the PowerConnect Power
Adapter into the red PWR connector
on the dock.
AUDIO ANT PWR FM OUT
AUDIO ANT PWR FM OUT
windshield, route the cable out of the windshield molding and into the
rubber weather stripping around the door opening. Lift the weather
stripping from the opening and tuck the cable inside it, then replace
the weather stripping. Run the cable inside of the weather stripping
to the bottom of the door opening.
4. Pull the cable out of the weather stripping at the bottom of the
door opening and route it under the carpet toward the dashboard.
Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet,
keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the
excess cable with wire ties.
5. Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock
location. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it
to the antenna connector of the dock.
6. Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and
PowerConnect Power Adapter” on page 39.
Vehicle Installation
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Option 1: Aux In Cable Installation Instructions
1 Plug one end of the Aux In Cable into the green AUDIO connector
on the dock.
2 Plug the other end
into the auxiliary input
jack connection of
your vehicle’s stereo
system.
3 Insert the dock into the
mount.
4 Insert your XpressRCi into
the dock.
5 Power on your XpressRCi by pressing the
Power button.
6 Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna
has a clear view of the sky. Verify that you are
receiving the XM signal. There should at least
AUDIO ANT PWR FM OUT
Vehicle Installation
Step 6: Connect the Audio
To play audio through your vehicle’s stereo or FM radio, decide on one of the
following audio connection options:
•Option1: Best: Use the Aux In Cable if your vehicle’s stereo system has an
auxiliary input connection. Refer to your vehicle’s owners manual to find
the location of the auxiliary input jack, or consult the vehicle dealer.
TIP! The auxiliary input jack may be located on the face plate of the vehicle
radio, on the back of the radio, anywhere on the front dash panel, inside the glove
compartment, or inside the center console in between the front seats.
•Option2: Better: Use a Cassette Adapter if your vehicle has a built-
in cassette player. Cassette Adapters are sold separately and can be
purchased from an electronics retailer, or go to xmradio.ca/accessories.
•Option3: Good: Use the PowerConnect feature in the XpressRCi.
PowerConnect plays the audio through your vehicle’s FM radio.
•Option4:Best:Use the FM Direct Adapter. If none of the previous three
audio connection options will work in your vehicle, then you will need to
use the FM Direct Adapter (FMDA) (sold separately). The FMDA needs to be
installed by a professional installer and directly connects the XpressRCi to
your vehicle’s FM radio.
Follow the installation instructions in the next several sections for the audio
connection option that you have selected.
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Option 2: Cassette Adapter Installation Instructions
1 Plug the Cassette
Adapter into the
green AUDIO
connector on the
dock.
2 Insert the Cassette
Adapter into the
vehicle’s cassette
deck. You may need to
turn on your vehicle’s
stereo system in order to
do so.
3 Insert the dock into the
mount.
4 Insert your XpressRCi into
the dock.
5 Power on your XpressRCi by pressing
the Power button.
6 Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna
has a clear view of the sky. Verify that you
are receiving the XM signal. There should at least
be one bar on the top left corner of the main
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be one bar on the top left corner
of the main display screen that
denotes antenna signal strength.
You can also press menu and then
turn the Control knob to scroll to
and highlight Signal Indicator. Press
the Select button. The Satellite and
Terrestrial bars show the strength
of the signal being received. If the
signal reception is good, press and
hold menu to return to the main
display screen.
7 Ensure XpressRCi is tuned to channel 1. Upon power up, XpressRCi should
tune to channel 1 by default, when it’s not yet activated. If it’s not on
channel 1, refer to “Listening to Satellite Radio” on page 59 to learn
about how to tune a channel.
8 Turn on your vehicle’s stereo system. Set it to play input from the
auxiliary input source.
9 You should hear XM channel 1 through your vehicle’s stereo system. You
are now ready to activate your XpressRCi.
10 The audio level output of the XpressRCi can be increased or decreased
as necessary to match the audio levels of other sources in your vehicle.
Refer to “Set Audio Level” on page 95.
If the signal reception is good, but there is no audio when tuned to channel 1, be
sure the vehicle’s stereo system is set to the correct source, i.e., auxiliary input
source (step 8). Also be sure that the audio level is set high enough to be heard
(step 10). Refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 107 for additional help.
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Option 3: PowerConnect Installation Instructions
1 Insert the dock into the
mount.
2 Insert your XpressRCi into
the dock.
3 Power on your XpressRCi
by pressing the Power
button.
4 Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna
has a clear view of the sky. Verify that you are
receiving the XM signal. There should at least
be one bar on the top left corner of the main
display screen that denotes antenna signal
strength. You can also press menu and then
turn the Control knob to scroll to and highlight
Signal Indicator. Press the
Select button. The Satellite
and Terrestrial bars show the
strength of the signal being
received. If the signal reception
is good, press and hold menu
to return to the main display
screen. You are ready to make
the audio connection.
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display screen that denotes antenna
signal strength. You can also press
menu and then turn the Control
knob to scroll to and highlight Signal
Indicator. Press the Select button.
The Satellite and Terrestrial bars
show the strength of the signal being
received. If the signal reception is
good, press and hold menu to return
to the main display screen.
7 Ensure XpressRCi is tuned to channel
1. Upon power up, XpressRCi should tune to channel 1 by default, when it’s
not yet activated. If it’s not on channel 1, refer to “Listening to Satellite
Radio” on page 59 to learn about how to tune a channel.
8 If you haven’t done so, turn on your vehicle’s stereo system. Set it to
play input from the cassette source.
9 You should hear XM channel 1 through your vehicle’s stereo system.
You are now ready to activate your XpressRCi.
10 The audio level output of the XpressRCi can be increased or decreased
as necessary to match the audio levels of other sources in your vehicle.
Refer to “Set Audio Level” on page 94.
If the signal reception is good, but there is no audio when tuned to channel 1, be
sure the vehicle’s stereo system is set to the correct source, i.e., cassette source
(step 8). Also be sure that the audio level is set high enough to be heard (step 10).
Refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 107 for additional help.
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8 Set your XpressRCi to transmit on the same FM channel that you
have selected in step 7:
Press menu.
Press the Select button to select Vehicle Mode.
Press the Select button to select FM Transmitter
which will turn yellow.
Turn the Control knob clockwise to display On and press
the Select button.
IMPORTANT! The XpressRCi is shipped with the FM Transmitter Off, and is
programmed with 97.9 as the default FM channel.
5 You’ll first need to find an available FM channel. An available FM
channel is one that’s not being used by an FM radio station in your
area. When you tune your FM radio to an available channel, you should
only hear static or silence – not talk or music. To find an available FM
channel:
• ManuallytunethroughyourlocalFMchannelsonyourvehicle’sFM
radio. Locate and create a list of channels that aren’t being used by any
FM radio station. Write down the list. Once you have created your list
of available FM channels, you will need to find the one that provides the
best match for XpressRCi.
TIP! You’ll need to use the ‘Manual’ tune function on your vehicle’s FM radio to
tune through every FM channel one-by-one. Turn on your vehicle’s FM radio. Start
at 88.1 and use the ‘Manual’ tune function on your vehicle’s FM radio to tune
through each FM channel one-by-one (88.1 followed by 88.3 etc.) to locate
channels that aren’t being used by a local FM radio station. Write down each FM
channel that has only static or silence on it, until you reach 107.9.
6 Ensure XpressRCi is tuned to channel 1. Upon power up, XpressRCi should
tune to channel 1 by default, when it’s not yet activated. If it’s not on
channel 1, refer to “Listening to Satellite Radio” on page 59 to learn
about how to tune a channel.
7 Pick the first FM channel on your list from step 5. Turn on your vehicle’s
FM radio (if you have not already done so) and tune it to this FM channel.
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TIP! You can also preset a new
FM preset in a storage location
without having to start using it
right away. Just press menu and
exit the screen.
7. The chosen FM channel will
be confirmed on the display
screen and the XpressRCi will
tune to that FM channel.
Press the Select button to
continue.
8. Set your vehicle’s FM radio
to same FM channel.
IMPORTANT! You’ll first need
to find an unused FM channel
that is available in your area.
Option 4: FM Direct Adapter (FMDA) Installation
The FMDA needs to be installed by a professional installer. Professional
installation can help improve your radio’s reception and significantly reduce
the visibility of wires. To learn more, check with the retailer where you bought
your radio, or go to xmradio.ca/accessories.
To set and select an FM preset:
1. Press menu.
2. Press the Select button to select
Vehicle Mode.
3. Scroll to highlight FM Channels and
press the Select button.
4. Scroll to highlight the storage
location (FM-1 to FM-5) you want to set and press the Select button.
You can choose among the following options:
i. If the chosen storage location is empty (denoted by “---“), or if
the storage location contains the FM preset currently being used
(denoted by “Current”), then a list of FM channels is displayed.
ii. If the chosen storage location has an FM preset that is not currently
being used, and you want to edit it, scroll to highlight Edit Channel
and press the Select button to see the list of FM channels.
iii. If the chosen storage location has an FM preset that is not
currently being used, and you want to start using it, press the
Select button to select Start Using. Skip to step 7.
5. Scroll to highlight the desired FM channel from the list and press the
Select button.
6. If you are editing the storage location that has the “Current” FM
channel, skip to step 7. Otherwise press the Select button to select
Start Using.
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Activation
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Using Your XpressRCi
Activation
Before you can enjoy Commercial-Free Music, plus Sports, News, Talk &
Entertainment, you need to activate your XpressRCi.
1 Make sure your XpressRCi is properly installed and receiving the XM
signal so that you can hear the audio on channel 1.
2 Make a note of your XM Radio ID. You can find it on channel 0, on a
label on the bottom of the gift box, and on the label on the back of your
XpressRCi.
NOTE! The XM Radio ID does not use the letters I, O, S, or F.
3 Activate your service:
•Online: Go to www.xmradio.ca and click on “ACTIVATE RADIO” in the
top right corner
OR
•By phone: Call 1-877-GET-XMSR (1-877-438-9677)
TIP! You can follow the built in activation wizard in your
XpressRCi. If your radio has not been activated, press menu
and the first item in the list will be Activate Radio. Press
the Select button. A series of screens will guide you
through the activation process. Follow the instructions on
each screen. Press the Select button to advance to the
next screen, or menu to cancel and return to the main display screen.
4 When your service is activated, your XpressRCi will receive all channels
to which you have subscribed. At this time, if you turn the control knob,
you can scroll and tune into other channels. Activation usually takes
10 to 15 minutes, but may take up to an hour. We recommend that your
radio remain on until activated.
Welcome
The next few screens will help
you activate your satellite radio.
Please press Select to continue
with the activation of your radio,
or press menu to cancel
activation at this time.
Press Select to continue
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Using your XpressRCi
The Main Display
When listening to a channel, information about the channel is displayed.
Strength
Channel Name & Logo Channel Number
Tuning Mode Time
Artist Name
or Talk Show Host
or Sports Teams/Score
Song Title
or Talk Show Schedule
or Game Time/Game Details
Changing the Display Mode
You can split the screen to simultaneously view what’s playing on the current
channel and up to 3 other channels in any category, or view what’s playing on
the current channel and the last channel you had tuned at the same time.
Choose from:
To change the display mode, press display.
TIP! When in split screen with the channel list, you can scroll through the list
of channels, just like when it appears on the full screen, by turning the
Control knob clockwise or counter-clockwise. Press or to change
categories. Press the Select button to select a channel.
TIP! Press jump to change to the previous channel.
split screen with current channel
and three other channels
main display screen with current
channel
split screen with current channel
and previous channels
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Using your XpressRCi
Navigation Basics
Power Button
Pressing the Power button turns the XpressRCi On or Off.
Control Knob and Select Button
Navigate the XpressRCi using the Control knob and Select button:
• Control knob: Turning it clockwise or counter-clockwise
scrolls through lists and highlights an item in the list.
• Select button (press and release): Pressing it on the center selects a
highlighted item.
• Select button (press and hold): Pressing it on the center displays the
SongSaver/TuneSelect menu.
When the Select button is pressed at the top, bottom, left, or right edges (instead
of the center), it selects display, jump, , or respectively.
• Display: Changes the display mode between main display screen and split
screen.
• Jump: Tunes to the previously tuned channel.
• or : Displays the channel categories such as Sports, Comedy, Rock, etc.
Repeated presses cycle through the categories one at a time. In Replay
mode, rewinds or fast-forwards through the temporarily stored content.
Info Button
Pressing info toggles the display to show the sports ticker or the stock
ticker at the bottom of the screen.
• Sports Ticker: Displays information about upcoming games and scores
for games in progress that have been selected with GameSelect. Refer
to “GameSelect” on page 75.
• Stock Ticker: Displays the stock value of up to 20 selected stocks.
TIP! Refer to “GameSelect” on page 75 to add sports teams to the Sports
Ticker. Refer to “Stock Quotes” on page 78 to add stocks to the Stock Ticker.
Menu Button
Pressing menu displays various options to make setup and feature changes.
Pressing menu when in menu options returns to the previous menu option
until menu options is exited.
Pressing and holding menu displays the FM Channels menu, where a preset
FM channel can be easily selected.
Number Buttons
In Favourite Channels mode, each number button stores a favourite channel
in its button location and provides one touch access to it afterward. In Direct
mode, number buttons directly tune to a channel when the channel number
is entered. In SongSaver mode, a number button plays the saved song in its
button location.
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Fav Button
Pressing fav toggles between the different tuning modes: Direct mode, Favourite
Channels mode, and SongSaver mode.
• Direct mode: The 0-9 buttons directly tune to a channel when the channel
number is entered.
• Favourite Channels mode: Pressing one of the 0-9 buttons tunes to a
channel that has been saved as a favourite channel to that button location.
• SongSaver mode: Selecting one of the 0-9 buttons plays a song that has
been saved to that button location.
TIP! Refer to “Favourite Channels” on page 63 to learn more about Favourite
Channels. Refer to “SongSaver” on page 80 to learn more about SongSaver.
Pause and Replay Buttons
Replays up to 60 minutes of live radio. plays/pauses,
rewinds, and
fast-forwards through temporarily stored content.
TIP! Refer to “Pause and Replay” on page 70 to learn more about Pause and
Replay.
Listening to Satellite Radio
Tune a channel:
1. Turn the Control knob clockwise or counter-clockwise to scroll
forward or backward through the list of channels.
2. You’ll first see the channel logo and current artist. As you
pause on a channel, after a few seconds the current song title
appears. While you pause, it will toggle between song title and
artist name.
3. Press the Select button to select a highlighted channel.
TIP! You can configure the XpressRCi to automatically tune to the highlighted
channel after 3 seconds. Refer to “Auto Tune” on page 62
for instructions.

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