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XC9 Car Cradle
Vehicle Installation
SATELLITE
RADIO
Guide for use with XR9
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Satellite Radio Receiver
128-7218
Released: 9-30-04
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CONTENTS Congratulations ........................................................................................ 4 Cautions and Warnings ............................................................................ 5 Contents XC9 ........................................................................................... 6 Hardware Kit ................................................................................. 6 Installation/Wiring Precautions ...............................................
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Congratulations You are one step closer to experiencing 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 XR9 Satellite Radio Receiver Audiovox XR9 must be used with an adapter kit, such as the Audiovox Home kit, Boom Box or Vehicle Kit as required by your specific installatio
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Cautions and Warnings 1. Do not install the XC9 in a position that hinders your view through the windshield, or obstructs view ing 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 unit compl
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Contents XC9 HARDWARE KIT (P/N 150-1579) Install Manual Base Screw, Pan Hd, Philips (P/N 1287218) (P/N 136-3774) M4 x 8mm w/captive OPTIONAL Flat & Lock Washer Audio Cable 4 pc. (P/N SAT-RCA) Antenna 1.6” W X 2”Long (P/N 118-1133) 1 pc. Double Sided Foam Tape (P/N 138-1305) Cradle XC9 (P/N 136-3771) 1 pc. 1 pc 1 pc. FM Switching Box Assy Alcohol Swab 12 Volt-to-6 Volt P/N SAT-SWB (6 Meter) DC Power Adapter (P/N 138-1189) (P/N 112-3456) DC IN FM OUT AUX AUDIO ANT 1 pc. 1 pc. 1 pc. 1 pc. -
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Installation/Wiring Precautions Setting Up and Installing Your Kit 1. To prevent a short-circuit, be sure to turn off the NOTE:The XM signal can be received and processed ignition and remove the negative (-) battery cable virtually anywhere as long as there are no prior to installation. Connect power wires last. obvious satellite signal obstructions such as 2. Do not install the unit in the locations exposed to nearby buildings, high terrain, parking garages direct sunlight or, in areas subject
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Interconnect Diagram NOTE: XC9 CRADLE 1. IF THE XC9 IS INSTALLED USING (REAR VIEW) THE FM SWITCHING BOX, SAT-SWB, OPTION, DO NOT CONNECT THE AUDIO CABLE TO THE LINE OUT CONNECTOR OF THE CRADLE. XM 2. THE FM TRANSMITTER OPTION ANTENNA MUST BE SET TO ”FM ON” IN THE XR9 USER MENU. (REFER TO THE OWNER’S MANUAL, PUBLICATION NO.128-7220.) 12V- to-6V DC POWER DC IN FM OUT AUX AUDIO ANT ADAPTER TO VEHICLE OPTIONAL SAT-RCA +12 VDC POWER AUDIO CABLE RECEPTACLE (PURCHASED SEPARATELY) AUX AUDIO INPUT
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d. If the outside air temperature is cold, it may CAUTION: Do not install the mounting base be beneficial to warm the adhesive backing on a leather or fabric surface, or on the base using a portable hair dryer, or in a position that could impair by holding the backing surface in front of a your vision, block air bag(s) or vehicle heater vent. obstruct vehicle dashboard e. Remove the plastic liner from the adhesive controls and/or radio CD/ backing on the base, and fix the base in cassetteoperat
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SWIVEL BASE/CRADLE NOTE: Allow a 72-hour period for the adhesive MOUNTING ADJUSTMENT backing to cure completely. KNOB PLATE 3. Installing the Cradle Using Double-Sided Tape MOUNTING You can mount the cradle directly to your dashboard BASE or other flat surface without using the cradle ASSEMBLY mount in the kit. SCREW HOLES a. Remove the 3/4” x 3” double-sided tape from (4) FOR DIRECT MOUNTING the supplied kit. HARD MOUNTING PLATE-TO-CRADLE RETAINER TAB b. Determine the location of the cradle, an
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CRADLE provideyou with multiple mounting options within REAR ASSEMBLY the vehicle using various vehicle-specific MOUNTING (REAR VIEW) aftermarket brackets, such as those purchased PLATE separately from Panavise, Pro-Fit, etc. NOTE: The cradle contains a rear mounting plate with four M4 x 7 threaded holes for attachment to the vehicle-specific after-market bracket. Four M4 x 8 Philips DC IN FM OUT AUX AUDIO ANT screws are supplied with the mounting THREADED base for this purpose. HOLES (4) 5
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LATCH TAB CRADLE LOCK/UNLOCK TOP VIEW XR9 REAR LEVER SPINE GROOVES XR9 REAR VIEW 16-PIN CONNECTOR SYSTEM GUIDE PIN CONNECTOR CRADLE GUIDE SPINES CRADLE XR9 LATCHING REAR VIEW TAB RECESS CRADLE XR9 FRONT VIEW LATCHING TAB DC IN FM OUT AUX AUDIO ANT LATCH TAB b. After making sure the connectors are properly LOCK/UNLOCK lined up, gently press down on the XR9 to LEVER mate the connectors together. c. Slide the latch tab lever to the lock ( ) position; the tab will enter the XR9 latching tab re
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menu, the XM signal received at the ANT cradle 6. Connection Options antenna input can be played through your car The XR9 and Cradle provide an audio output radio when tuned to one of these fequencies. signal in three ways: 1. FM Wireless Transmitter - When using the XC9 3. Low-Level Audio Output - For vehicles cradle with the wireless FM transmitter option, equipped with radio head units with auxiliary the XM audio signal can be received at your car audio inputs, the audio signal can be routed
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7. Mounting the Vehicle Antenna s.seek p.tune The antenna should be placed on a relatively flat 001 Channel N am e Artist Song Category 12:00P A -1 JU MP XR9 surface on the vehicle exterior, preferably on the (TYPICAL) roof (high point) or on the trunk (convertible). To mount the antenna: a. Plug the antenna into the ANT connector on the back of the cradle. b. Place the antenna at the preferred location on the roof or trunk surface. If the vehicle is 12VDC-TO-6VDC equipped with a roof or trunk
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e. Plan the routing of the antenna cable to the cradle. Make sure you avoid any obstructions that could crimp, kink or twist the cable; use protective grommets wherever rough openings are encountered. f. Route the cable from the antenna position to the interior of the vehicle, working the cable under the rear window molding; make adjustments and take up slack whenever necessary. ANTENNA g. At the lowest point of the rear window, route the cable into the trunk, taking advantage of existing cable
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i. Plug the antenna cable into the ANT connector on the back of the cradle; then plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the lighter receptacle. j. You are now ready to enjoy XM programming within your vehicle. -16- 128-7218 16 of 20
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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, 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 reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor. To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of thi
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