Sirius XM Radio XMPCAR1 XM SatelliteRX with FM Transmitter User Manual RoadyXT manual layout

Sirius XM Radio Inc. XM SatelliteRX with FM Transmitter RoadyXT manual layout

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Sure Connect Users Guide

2Warning: The FCC and FAA have not certified the receiver for use in any aircraft (neither portable nor permanent installation). Therefore, XM Satellite Radio cannot support thistype of application or installation.IC & FCC InformationPlease note that the power cable that has been supplied with your device is supplied with permanently attached ferrite beads. It is the responsibility of the user to use the power cable with the ferrite beads.The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by XM Satellite Radio Inc. can void the user’s authority to operate this device.This device has been designed to operate with the antenna provided in the original packaging. Use of antenna other than the antenna provided will result in improper operation, and is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the installation instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encour-aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna of the affected receiver.- Increase the separation between the XM equipment and the affected receiver.- Connect the XM equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which theaffected receiver is connected.- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
..........................................2Choosing the Proper XM SureConnect Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Installation Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Installation Setup Overview for Option 1 and Option 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Option 1External FM Antenna Coupling Clip Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8External FM Antenna Cable Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Option 2Internal On Glass FM Antenna Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Internal On Glass Antenna Contact Bracket Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . 12Internal On Glass Antenna Cable Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Table of Contents3Caution: Use your XM SureConnect accessory with only the enclosed compo-nents and approved connectors. Do not modify wires or other connectors inany way; you could cause a malfunction, which could damage your receiverand will void your warranty.Warning: This guide contains important installation information. Please read,understand, and follow the instructions in this guide. Failure to do so couldresult in personal injury, death, and/or damage to your XM Satellite Radioreceiver, accessories, and/or to your vehicle or property.IC & FCC Information
Choosing the Proper XM SureConnect Installation4To choose the proper XM SureConnect installation method, first you need todetermine the location of your vehicle’s FM antenna, and plan how to properlyroute the XM SureConnect cables to your FM antenna location.The FM antenna type and location will determine which option you will need. Thechart below and illustrations on page 5 will assist you in locating your vehicle’sFM antenna from one of seven most common locations.Note: XM SureConnect was not designed for use on retractable (automatic upand down) FM antennas and some FM antennas that are custom shapes thatwere designed to match the styling of the vehicle. If your vehicle has either ofthese types of FM antennas, you will not be able to use the XM SureConnectaccessory. You will need to use the professional wired FM method of installation.For best audio performance, you will either install the XM SureConnect by clip-ping directly to an external FM antenna (locations 1 through 4) or directly on aninternal on-glass FM antenna (locations 5 through 7) using the window ContactBracket included.1234FrontfenderRear fenderRoof top frontRoof top backLocated at top of windshieldLocated at top of rear windowLocated on rear side glass (in some SUVs)567Option 1Option 2orExternalFMAntenna Internal On-Glass FM AntennaYou will either use...
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TThhee ffoolllloowwiinngg sstteeppss wwiillll gguuiiddee yyoouu tthhrroouugghh tthhee iinnssttaallllaattiioonn ooff yyoouurr XXMMSSuurreeCCoonnnneecctt uussiinngg eeiitthheerr ooppttiioonn 11 oorr ooppttiioonn 22.. 1. Install your XM Radio in your vehicle as described in your XM Radio user and installation guides, but do not connect the XM antenna plug to the dock at this time.2. Now that you have located your vehicle’s FM antenna, determine the best routing method to get the XM SureConnect output cable to the FM antenna.For eexxtteerrnnaall aanntteennnnaass(Figure 1b), the Coupling Clip needs to be routed outside the vehicle. For iinntteerrnnaall oonn--ggllaassss aanntteennnnaass(Figure 1c), all routing is inside the passenger compartment and the Contact Bracket is used.3. To route the output cable with Coupling Clip to your vehicle FM antenna, follow the instructions on the next pages . There are separate instructions for external antenna vs the internal on-glass antenna. Follow the instruc-tions that apply to your vehicle’s antenna type. NNoottee::This guide assumes you have already installed your XM antenna per the instructions in your XM radio user guide. The positions of the XM antenna in the illustrations on page 9 are for example only. There is no need to change your XM antenna installation.4. Connect the XM antenna to the XM SureConnect antenna input, located on the coupler module about 2 feet from the end of the input cable (see Figure 1a). Tuck any excess input cable and the coupler module behind the dash or in another hidden location for a professional looking installation.5. Now connect the XM SureConnect input cable to the XM radio or vehicle dock’s XM antenna input. Installation Setup Overview for both Options 1 and 2 6
Installation Setup Overview for both Options 1 and 2 Installation Setup 7no boot necessaryglasscontactbracketinside your vehicleoutsidecar dockXM car antenna coupling clipcoupling moduleinput cableoutput cableExternal AntennaConnecting the Components Internal on-glass antennabootpowerXM antennaorFigure 1a Figure 1b Figure 1cOption 1 Option 2Common connections for both options 1 and 2
Option 1: External FM Antenna Coupling Clip Installation8NNoottee:: IIff yyoouu ddeetteerrmmiinneedd yyoouu nneeeedd ttoo uussee OOppttiioonn 22,, ttuurrnn ttoo ppaaggee 1100 aanndd bbeeggiinn..SStteepp 11::If you have an external or roof mount FM antenna, attach the Coupling Clipdirectly to the base of the antenna as illustrated in Figure 2. Cover the clipwith the rubber boot provided to protect and secure the clip. Secure the cableinside the trunk or hood to avoid interference or accidental damage. Installingthe Coupling Clip first will avoid having excess cable outside the vehicle.a. Snap the Antenna Coupling Clip into place.b. Slide the boot over the top of your antenna. c. Slide the boot down the antenna so it covers the clip.car antennarubberbootcoupling clip(a) (b) (c)NNoottee:: You may want touse the optional cablewrap for a more securesolution.Figure 2
External FM Antenna Cable Routing9In the front, route the cable acrossthe weather seal near the bottomof the door to reduce water leaks.Once inside the car, tuck the XMSureConnect output cable into thedoor jam up to the dash or underthe carpet as shown in Figure 3. XM car antenna XM receivercoupler clipcoupler moduleIn the rear, always cross theweather seal at the lowest part ofthe trunk to reduce water leaks.Route the cable from the trunk intothe vehicle through available wirechannels. Next, route through therear passenger compartment. Tuckthe cable under the door jam trimor under the carpet to the XMReceiver as shown in Figure 4. XM car antennaXM receivercoupler clipcoupler moduleFigure 3Figure 4NNoottee::XM antenna cables are not illustrated.
single contactdual contactopen ends verticalelement non-uniformspacinguniform spacingFM AntennaRear Window(may be hidden)(may be hidden)DO NOT PLACE ON DEFOGGERIdentifying the OnGlass FM Antenna in Your VehicleUUsseeffuull IInnffoorrmmaattiioonn ffoorr SStteepp 11:: CCAAUUTTIIOONN:: Do not attach the contact bracket to the rear defogger elements.In some vehicles they look similar to the FM Antenna. You can distinguish the FM Antenna Elements from the Defogger Elementsby several key features. See Figure 5.Option 2: Internal OnGlass FM Antenna Installation10Option 2 (continued)Figure 5
1. The FM antenna is typically found on the top 6 to 8 inches of the rear window while the Defogger is located below. 2. The FM antenna has open ends (connected to nothing) and the Defogger does not. 3. The FM antenna will have a single contact point and the Defogger will have two, which are typically on opposite sides of the window. The contact points may be hidden behind interior liners or exterior glass tinting but the key is to locate where the elements extend beyond the window edge. The FM antenna will have only one location while the defogger can have two or more.Option 2: Internal OnGlass FM Antenna Installation Option 2 (continued)11
Internal OnGlass FM Antenna Contact Bracket Installation12Step 1:Install the Contact Bracket on the interior window surface over the antenna elementusing the adhesive pad provided and the following steps. It may be mounted eithervertical or horizontal depending on the portion of the antenna element most easilyaccessed. Select a bracket position that allows room to attach the Coupling Clip andcleanly run cables without blocking the driver’s view. Install the on-glass antennaCoupling Clip before routing the cable to avoid excess cable. See Figure 6. a. Clean the mounting location on the glass for the Contact Bracket with any household window cleaner that will remove grime. Be sure the surface is com-pletely dry before proceeding. You may need to use your vehicle’s air conditioningand/or defogger to keep the cleaned surface dry during the installation for the adhesive to set properly.b. Remove the red liner from the adhesive pad and press the Contact Bracket firmly to the identified mounting location on the glass. You can also view the alignment through the glass from outside the vehicle. You will have only a limited amount of time to reposition the Contact Bracket before the adhesive cures.c. The Contact Bracket has alignment arrows on the side opposite the adhesive pads. These arrows indicate the contact strip location on the base of the bracket. Align the arrows with the on-glass antenna element to ensure direct contact between thestrip and the element. Press and hold the Contact Bracket in place for 10 to 15 seconds.d. Once the Bracket is in place, attach the Coupling Clip to the bracket flange and route any excess cable behind liners for a professional look.
Contact Bracket and Coupling Clip Installation (continued)13contact bracket witharrows for alignmentcontact stripadhesive padsantenna element in glassno bootrequired(a)(b)(c)(d)Figure 6Clean this area.Must be dry.
Internal OnGlass FM Antenna Cable Routingcoupler clipwith contact bracketinternal on glass antennaXM car antenna XM receivercoupler moduleStep 2:In the rear, route the XMSureConnect output cable fromthe antenna element, along thewindow edge, down to the win-dow liner. From the rear passen-ger compartment tuck the cableunder the carpet or door jamtrim until you reach the frontdash area, ending at the XMReceiver. (See Figure 7.)XM car antennaXM receivercoupler clipwith contact bracketinternal on glass antennacoupler moduleIn the front, route the XMSureConnect output cable fromthe antenna element, along thewindshield edge, down to thewindow liner along the floor andup to the dash as shown inFigure 8.Figure 7Figure 814 NNoottee::XM antenna cables are not illustrated.
NNoottee:: When routing the XM SureConnect cable use pre-existing wire channelswhenever possible to avoid loose wires on the interior of the vehicle which aresusceptible to damage and to maintain a professional looking installation.Route cable carefully by taking notice of how doors open and close, as well ashow seats move when they are adjusted so you can be certain there is ampleclearance provided for the cable. Avoid inadvertent damage that may be caused by kinking, crimping, twisting orchafing the cables. Secure and tie wrap the excess cable under your dashboard, between the seat and the console, or on the floor under a seat or floormat. Securing the excess cable will help to prevent it from interfering with theeveryday use of your vehicle, improve the appearance of the installation, andavoid any undesirable accidental damage to the cables that might result in lossof satellite signal or XM SureConnect performance.Important Information:- When attempting to remove the XM SureConnect from either method of installation, be sure to remove the “boot” first if applicable and pull the Coupling Clip away by lifting from the end where the cable enters the clip. Squeezing the Coupling Clip in the middle may pinch the contacts inside and make removing the clip more difficult.- Once installed, if you experience interference problems with your AM reception, your vehicle’s electrical system may require you to unplug the power adapter when your XM Satellite Radio is not in use. - If you installed the XM SureConnect using Option 1, it is recommended that you use brushless or touchfree car washes or hand wash your vehicle to avoid damaging the XM SureConnect or your vehicle. Follow the infor-mation provided by the vehicle manufacturer for instructions on removing the FM antenna.Additional Information15

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