Sirius Satellite Radio 8840 User Manual

User Guide

Table of Contents

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Safety and Care Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

What’s in the Box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Snap Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Snap Features and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Installation and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Step 1: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna . . . . . 14

Step 2: Find a Location for Snap and Mount It. . . 18

Step 3: Initiate the Courtesy Period. . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Step 4: Connect the Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Step 5: Tune to Other Channels, Explore

and Enjoy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Step 6: Subscribe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Using Your Snap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

The Main Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Navigation Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Favorite Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Scanning Channels in a Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Tuning FM Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

FM Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Radio ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Set Audio Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Auto Shut Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Demo Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Patent Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Environmental Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Owner’s Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

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4

Introduction

5

Introduction

Features

Thank you for purchasing XM Snap!

XM Snap has these exciting features to enhance your overall experience:

• Simple controls make it a snap to use.

• Hear SIRIUS|XM through your existing vehicle radio with easy, do-it-yourself installation.

• Fully adjustable for convenient placement in your vehicle.

• Store your favorite channels for one touch access.

• Includes everything you need to listen in your vehicle.

Please read the entire User Guide before using your Snap!

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Safety and Care Information

IMPORTANT! Self installation instructions and tips are provided for your convenience. It is your
responsibility to determine if you have the knowledge, skills, and physical ability required to
properly perform an installation. SIRIUS|XM shall have no liability for damage or injury resulting
from the installation or use of any SIRIUS|XM or third party products. It is your responsibility to
ensure that all products are installed in adherence with local laws and regulations and in such a
manner as to allow a vehicle to be operated safely and without distraction. SIRIUS|XM product
warranties do not cover the installation, removal or reinstallation of any product.

• Do not expose to extreme temperatures (above 140°F or below -4°F, or above 60°C or
below -20°C).

• Do not expose to moisture. Do not use device near or in water. Do not touch the device with
wet hands.

• 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 the 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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Introduction

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 Snap all the way into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter or power
adapter socket.

• If you are using PowerConnect™ as your audio connection option, it is advisable not to
insert a multi-outlet adapter into the same vehicle power adapter socket to simultaneously
power other devices.

• 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, service activation, and Radio configuration functions should not be
performed while driving. Park your vehicle in a safe location before beginning installation.

• This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.

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.

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What’s in the Box?

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Cable

Routing Adapter

Alcohol
Prep Pad

Snap Radio

Magnetic Mount

Antenna

Aux In Cable

Antenna Alcohol
Preparation Pad

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Introduction

Snap Functions

Power Button

Press to turn Radio on
and off.

Number Buttons

Press to tune to a stored
favorite channel, press and
hold to store a favorite
channel; in FM mode, press
to select a stored FM preset,
press and hold to store an FM
preset.

Rotary Knob

Turn to tune to the
previous or next channel
within the current
category; in FM mode, turn
to tune FM channels.

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Top View (Radio Control Unit)

FM

MENU

Front View (Radio Control Unit)

1 2 3 4 5

Menu Button

Press to access Radio ID and adjust
audio level.

FM Button

Press to change to FM mode for
configuring FM channels.

Scan Button

Press to start or stop scanning
through channels within the current
category.

Previous/Next Category Buttons

Press to access the previous or
next category; press and hold to
cycle through the categories.

Snap Features and Connections

Flexible Stalk

ANTENNA

Connection for
the Magnetic
Mount Antenna.

ANTENNA

AUDIO FM

Base

AUDIO

Connection for Aux In
Cable or optional
Cassette Adapter
(sold separately).

ANTENNA WIRE GUIDE

Guides antenna wire to
connection.

FM

Connection for
optional FM Direct
Adapter (sold
separately).

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Installation and Setup

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Installation and Setup

WARNING! DO NOT attempt to install Snap while driving. Park your vehicle in a safe location before
beginning installation.

Step 1: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna

Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna on the outside of your vehicle, on a
horizontal surface that will always face the sky. The antenna contains a
strong magnet that will stick to any metal part of your vehicle, but will not
damage the vehicle.

For most vehicles the best location is on the roof above the front windshield, as close to being
centered between the left and right sides as the cable length will allow. For convertible vehicles
that do not have room above the windshield, place the antenna on the hood of the vehicle at a
corner nearest the windshield. Consult a professional installer if your vehicle roof or hood is non­metallic (i.e. fiberglass), or you have difficulty finding a location for your antenna.

IMPORTANT: Snap uses a unique antenna. Do not substitute an antenna from any other XM radio
for Snap antenna. Replacement Snap antennas are available from www.xmradio.com/accessories.

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Magnet

Recommended Antenna Locations

Sedans and Coupes

TIP: When mounting the Magnetic Mount Antenna, be sure that the area is clean and dry by using
the Alcohol Prep Pad. Avoid locating the antenna near other antennas (i.e. GPS, Cellular, or AM/
FM) as well as roof rack or other items that can obstruct the view to the satellites.

IMPORTANT! Consult a professional installer if your vehicle roof or hood is non-metallic (i.e.,
fiberglass), or you have difficulty finding a location for your antenna.

Pickups and SUVs Convertibles*

* If the antenna can not

be placed above the
windshield, place it on
vehicle hood.

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If you are installing the antenna at the roof edge, or hood edge, install the Cable Routing Adapter
to direct the antenna cable downward.

Without Cable

Routing Adapter

Installed

Cable Routing

Adapter orientation

Place the antenna wire

into the groove of the

Cable Routing Adapter

Slide the Cable Routing

Adapter down the antenna wire

and press it into the antenna

until it is flush with the bottom

With Cable

Routing Adapter

Installed

of the antenna

Recommended Antenna Cable Routing

Tuck the antenna cable under the rubber molding around the front windshield to the nearest
corner. Then route the cable out of the windshield molding and into the rubber weather stripping

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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. Hide the
antenna wire inside the cabin. Pull the cable out of the
weather stripping at the bottom of the door opening and
route it under the carpet toward the cigarette lighter power
adapter socket. 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.

TIP: Always be careful to include enough slack in your
routing to accommodate open doors or the hood lid. Use
electrical tape to secure the cable in areas
so that hinges do not pinch the cable with
the door.

Antenna

Plug the Magnetic Mount Antenna connector into
the ANTENNA connector on the Base of Snap.
The antenna plug and cable will fit into the recess
on the top of the Base.

Plug

ANTENNA

AUDIO FM

Place Antenna
Closer to A-Pillar
if Cable Doesn’t Reach
Center of Roof

Cigarette Lighter

or Power Adapter

Socket Location

Antenna
Connector

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Power Adapter or
Cigarette Lighter

Socket

1

2

3

4

5

Rock
Underground

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Step 2: Find a Location for Snap and Mount It

Snap mounts in your vehicle be plugging the Base into your vehicle’s power
adapter or cigarette lighter socket. If your vehicle has more than one, be sure
to choose the one that doesn’t interfere with the driver’s vision or access
to driving controls, won’t interfere with the deployment of airbags or other
safety equipment, and makes Snap easily accessible for operation.

NOTE: After plugging Snap into the power adapter or cigarette lighter
socket and connecting the cables, remember to route the cables so they do
not interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle.

NOTE: Orient Snap in the power adapter
or cigarette lighter socket so that the
AUDIO and FM connectors on the Base
are accessible for connecting the cables.

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Inserting Snap into the Power Adapter or Cigarette Lighter Socket

CAUTION: Be cautious when inserting or removing Snap from the vehicle’s power

adapter or cigarette lighter socket, so as not to damage Snap or the socket.

When inserting Snap into, or removing Snap from, the vehicle’s power adapter or cigarette lighter
socket, do not push or pull using the Radio Control Unit or Flexible Stalk. Instead, grasp the rear
of Snap’s Base and gently push to install, or pull remove, while at the same time rotating the Base
slightly to the right and then to the left. Using this technique, ease Snap into or out of the socket.

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2

3

4

5

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Adjusting Snap

The Flexible Stalk with swivel lets you optimize placement in your vehicles so you can access the
Radio controls and view the display:

• Swivel the Radio Control Unit left or right, 90° in either direction.

• Twist the Flexible Stalk left or right, 90° in either direction to rotate the Radio Control Unit.

(Twisting more than 90° could damage the Flexible Stalk.)

• Bend the Flexible Stalk in any direction.

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1 2 3 4 5

Swivel the Radio

Control Unit

1 2 3 4 5

1 2 3 4 5

Twist the Flexible Stalk

1 2 3 4 5

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Bend the Flexible Stalk

2 3 4 5

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Step 3: Initiate the Courtesy Period

Before proceeding with connecting the audio, the Courtesy Period
included with your Snap needs to be initiated:

1 Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna has a clear view of

the sky.

2 Power on your Snap by pressing the Power button.
3 When Snap powers on, after the Welcome to Sirius XM message,

you will be prompted to Press 1, 2, 3 To Begin. Press the number
button 1, then 2, then 3.

4 If the Magnetic Mount Antenna has been installed correctly, and Snap

is receiving the XM signal, a Courtesy Period Begun message will verify
that the Courtesy Period has begun. You will then be notified about
the length of the Courtesy Period and prompted to set up the audio
connection.

5 Snap will then tune to channel 1. At this point you should have access to all the channels

in a few minutes. However, leave Snap tuned to channel 1 until you have set up the audio
connection.

If Acquiring Signal, Chk Antenna Connection, or No Signal Chk Antenna
is displayed instead of the Courtesy Period Begun message, this indicates

Press 1,2,3
To Begin

Courtesy
Period Begun

Acquiring
Signal

MENU

FM

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that you are not receiving the XM signal. Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna has a
clear view of the sky. Verify that you have installed and connected the antenna as described in
“Step 1: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna” on page 14.

Refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 42 for additional help.

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Step 4: Connect the Audio

To play XM audio through your vehicle’s stereo or FM radio, decide on one of the following audio
connection options:

• Option 1: Best: Use the provided Aux In Cable if your vehicle’s stereo system has an auxiliary
input connection or jack. 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 www.xmradio.com/accessories.

• Option 3: Good: Use the PowerConnect feature of Snap. PowerConnect plays XM audio
through your vehicle’s FM radio.

• Option 4: Best: Use an FM Direct Adapter. If none of the previous three audio connection
options will work in your vehicle, then you will need to use an FM Direct Adapter (FMDA) (sold
separately). The FMDA needs to be installed by a professional installer and directly connects
Snap to your vehicle’s FM radio. To learn more, check with the retailer where you bought your
Radio, or go to www.xmradio.com/accessories.

Follow the installation instructions in the next several sections for the audio connection option
that you have selected.

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Options 1 & 2: Aux In Cable Or Cassette Adapter Installation Instructions

1 Plug one end of the Aux In Cable (or Cassette Adapter)

into the AUDIO connector on the Base of Snap.

2 Plug the other end into the auxiliary input jack of your

vehicle’s stereo system (or insert the Cassette Adapter
into the cassette deck; you may need to turn on the
stereo system first).

3 Turn on your vehicle’s stereo system. Set it to play from

the auxiliary input source (or cassette source if using
a Cassette Adapter). You should hear XM channel 1
through your vehicle’s stereo system. The installation is
complete. Proceed to “Step 5: Tune to Other Channels,
Explore and Enjoy” on page 27.

4 The audio level output of Snap 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 39.

If the signal reception is good, showing at least one bar in the upper left corner of the display, but
there is no XM audio, be sure the vehicle’s stereo system is set to the correct source (step 3). Also
be sure that the audio level is set high enough to be heard (step 4). Refer to “Troubleshooting” on
page 42 for additional help.

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Optional Cassette

Adapter

Audio
Connector

AUDIO FM

Aux In

Aux In Cable

Option 3: PowerConnect Installation Instructions

1 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. We recommend
one of the following methods to find an available FM channel:

a. Use the SIRIUS|XM FM Channel Finder at www.xmradio.com/fmchannel. Go to the

website and enter your zip code. The Channel Finder will suggest a list of available FM
channels in your area. For convenience, write down or print out the list.

OR

b. 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 Snap.

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.

2 Pick the first FM channel on your list from step 1. 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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3 Set your Snap to transmit on the same FM channel that you have selected in step 2:

a. Press FM on the top of Snap. The FM icon will be displayed on

the screen to indicate Snap is in the FM mode.

b. Turn the Rotary knob to select the available FM channel you

chose in step 2.

c. You should hear the XM channel 1 through your vehicle’s FM radio.

If you are satisfied with the sound quality, installation is complete.
If you are not, move to the next FM channel on your list, and tune
your vehicle’s FM radio and Snap to this new FM channel. Continue
until you have found an FM channel with which you are satisfied.

90.1

1 2 3 4 5

MATCH FM

CHANNELS

4 Once you have found a satisfactory FM channel to use, press and

hold the 1 button until the 1 icon is displayed on the screen. This
FM channel is now set as FM preset 1.

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FM 90.1
FM1

1

FM

MENU

FM 90.1

1 2 3 4 5

FM

FM

5 Press FM or wait 10 seconds to exit the FM mode. Proceed to “Step 5: Tune to Other

Channels, Explore and Enjoy” on page 27.

6 The audio level output of Snap 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 39.

7 If the signal reception is good, showing at least one bar in the upper left corner of the

display, but there is no XM audio, verify that both Snap and your vehicle’s FM radio are
tuned to the same FM channel (steps 2 & 3). Also ensure the chosen FM channel is a
suitable one to use in your area (step 1). Also be sure that the audio level is set high enough
to be heard (step 6). Refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 42 for additional help.

Step 5: Tune to Other Channels, Explore and Enjoy

Now that the installation is complete, you can tune to other channels and listen to all the
commercial-free music, plus live sports and the latest news, talk &
entertainment on XM. Turn the Rotary knob to tune to other channels,
and press the Previous or Next Category button to browse the different
categories of channels. Learn what all the buttons do by turning to
“Navigation Basics” on page 31.

Call / Visit
866-408-9796

Don’t forget to subscribe before the Courtesy Period expires. Follow the
instructions displayed on the screen, or refer to “Step 6: Subscribe” on
page 28 for instructions.

To Subscribe
xmradio.com

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Step 6: Subscribe

You can subscribe to the XM service anytime by following these steps:

1 Make sure your Snap is turned on, and receiving the XM signal so that you can hear the XM

audio.

2 Make a note of your Radio ID. You can find it by pressing MENU, on a label on the bottom of

the gift box, on the label on the back of your Snap, and by tuning to channel 0.

NOTE! The XM Radio ID does not use the letters I, O, S, or F.

3 To subscribe:

•Online: Go to www.xmradio.com and click on Activate Radio

OR

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•By phone: Call 1-800-XM-RADIO (1-800-967-2346)

4 Activation usually takes 10 to 15 minutes, but may take up to an hour. We recommend that

your Radio remain on until subscribed. Once subscribed, the Radio will receive and you can
tune to channels in your subscription plan. Any message related to the Courtesy Period will
no longer appear on the display.

Using Your Snap

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Using Your Snap

or Game Time/Game Details

FM mode (after pressing FM)

The Main Display

When listening to a channel, information about the channel and what is currently playing is
displayed. The screen will alternate between displaying the artist name and song/program title;
and displaying the category, channel name and channel number.

Antenna Signal

Strength

Artist Name

or Talk Show Host

or Sports Teams/Score

Displayed when a

Favorite Channel or

FM Preset is selected

Los Lobos
Johnny 99

1 2 3 4 5

MENU

FM

Displayed when Snap
is in menu mode (after
pressing MENU)

Displayed when Snap is in

Song/Program Title
or Talk Show Schedule

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Category

Rock

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The Loft

Channel Number

Channel Name

Navigation Basics

Power Button

Pressing the Power button turns Snap On or Off.

Rotary Knob

Turning the Rotary knob clockwise or counter-clockwise scrolls through channels and
tunes to a channel within a category. In FM mode, scrolls through FM channels and tunes
to an FM channel. In menu mode, changes the audio level.

Scan Button

Pressing the Scan button starts a scan through the channels in the current category.
Each channel plays for 10 seconds. Pressing the Scan button again stops the scan and
the radio tunes to the last channel being scanned.

Previous/Next Category Buttons

Pressing the Previous or Next Category button selects the previous or next category.
Pressing and holding cycles through the categories. When button is released, Radio selects the last
category that was displayed on the screen.

Menu Button

Pressing MENU puts Snap into the menu mode for configuration. Pressing MENU once
displays the Radio ID of your Snap. Pressing MENU again displays the Audio Level option. After 10
seconds of inactivity, Snap exits the menu mode and returns to the main display screen.

MENU

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Using Your Snap

FM Button

Pressing FM puts Snap into the FM mode for configuring FM channels when using

PowerConnect (or FMDA) as the audio connection option. The FM icon lights up to indicate Snap
is in the FM mode, and the display shows the current FM channel. You can tune to a different FM
channel, store an FM preset, or choose an existing FM preset while Snap remains in the FM mode.
After 10 seconds of inactivity, Snap exits the FM mode and returns to the main display screen.

Number Buttons

Each number button stores a favorite channel in its button location and provides one touch access
to it afterward. Each number button also stores an FM preset, which can be selected by pressing
FM and then a number button.

1 2 3 4 5

FM

Listening to Satellite Radio

Select a category:

Channels are organized into categories to make it easier for you to find
the ones that suit your taste.

1 To change to the next or previous category press and release the

Previous or Next Category button. Snap will automatically tune
to the default channel in that category. The default channel is

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Pop

Country

either the first channel in the category (if that category was never accessed before), or the
channel that Snap was tuned to in that category when it was accessed the last time.

2 To view each previous or next category without changing categories, press and hold the

Previous or Next Category button. Each category name will be briefly displayed. When
the desired category is displayed, release the button to select the category. Snap will
automatically tune to the default channel in that category.

Tune to a channel within a category:

1 Turn the Rotary knob to display the next or previous channel in a category.

2 Stop on a channel to tune to that channel.

TIP! The All category contains all available or subscribed channels. This is the default category

when Snap is powered up for the first time.

TIP! To briefly listen to each channel in the category, press the Scan button. Refer to “Scanning
Channels in a Category” on page 35 to learn more about Scan.

Favorite Channels

You can store up to 5 of your favorite channels so you can easily access them. Each favorite
channel can be assigned to a number button.

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Using Your Snap

To assign a favorite channel to a number button:

1 Tune to the desired channel.

2 Press and hold a number button between 1-5 that you want to assign

to the favorite channel. The corresponding number icon will be
displayed on the screen confirming that the channel has been
assigned.

To listen to a favorite channel:

1 Press the number button between 1-5 that was assigned to the

desired favorite channel. Snap will tune to that channel and the
corresponding number icon will be displayed on the screen.

To replace a favorite channel assigned to a number button:

1 Tune to the desired channel.

2 Press and hold the number button between 1-5 that corresponds

to the channel you want to replace. The message Replace? Press
Again will be displayed on the screen.

3 Press the number button again. The corresponding number icon

will be displayed on the screen confirming that the new favorite channel has replaced the
old favorite channel.

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Replace?
Press Again

Rock 50
The Loft

3

1 2

4 5

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Scanning Channels in a Category

You can scan a category and listen to each channel for 10 seconds before Snap automatically
tunes to the next channel.

To scan a category:

1 Press the Previous or Next Category button until the desired category is displayed.

2 Press the Scan button. The scan will begin.

3 Press the Scan button to stop the scan and to continue to listen to the channel currently

being played.

Tuning FM Channels

When using PowerConnect or the FMDA, you need to tune to an FM channel to match the FM
channel of your vehicle’s FM radio.

To tune to an FM channel:

1 Press FM on the top of Snap. The FM icon is displayed on the screen to indicate Snap is in

FM mode. The display will show the current FM channel.

2 Turn the Rotary knob to select the desired FM channel. Snap will automatically tune to the

displayed FM channel.

3 To exit, press FM or wait 10 seconds until Snap exits to the main display screen.

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Using Your Snap

FM Presets

FM presets make it easy to store FM channels and then quickly access
them to choose a new FM channel.

Use FM presets when you use PowerConnect or the FMDA to listen
to your Snap through your vehicle’s FM radio. (Refer to “Option 3:
PowerConnect Installation Instructions” on page 25 for more information.)

To store an FM preset:

1 Press FM on the top of Snap. The FM icon is displayed on the screen to indicate Radio is in

FM mode, and the display will show the current FM channel.

2 Turn the Rotary knob to tune to the desired FM channel.

3 Press and hold a number button between 1-5 until the corresponding number icon is

displayed on the screen. The FM channel is now set as an FM preset at that button location.

4 To exit, press FM or wait 10 seconds until Snap exits to the main display screen.

To access an FM preset:

1 Press FM on the top of Snap. The FM icon is displayed to indicate the Radio is in FM mode,

and the current FM channel is displayed on the screen.

2 Press the number button between 1-5 that contains the desired FM preset. Snap will tune

to the FM preset and the corresponding number icon will be displayed on the screen.

3 To exit, press FM or wait 10 seconds until Snap exits to the main display screen.

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FM 90.1
FM1

1

FM

To replace an FM preset assigned to a number button:

1 Press FM on the top of Snap. The FM icon is displayed on the screen to indicate the Radio is

in FM mode, and the display will show the current FM channel.

2 Turn the Rotary knob to tune to the desired FM channel.

3 Press and hold the number button between 1-5 that corresponds to the FM channel you

want to replace. The message Replace? Press Again will be displayed on the screen.

4 Press the number button again. The corresponding number icon will

be displayed on the screen confirming that the new FM preset has
replaced the old FM preset.

5 To exit, press FM or wait 10 seconds until Snap exits to the main

display screen.

IMPORTANT! You need to ensure that your vehicle’s FM radio is tuned to the same FM channel.

TIP! Be sure to complete any FM functions while the FM icon is displayed on the screen.

TIP! To configure your preset FM channels, you need to find available FM channels in your area. Follow

step 1 in ”Option 3: PowerConnect Installation Instructions” on page 25 to find available FM channels

Replace?
Press Again

FM

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Using Your Snap

NOTE! You may find an FM channel with static or silence that does not work with Snap. It is possible
that some type of inaudible interference is present that prevents reception of the Snap broadcast.
Your only options are to use another FM channel or a different audio connection method.

TIP! If you regularly drive from one location to another, such as your daily commute, you may need
to use different FM channels along your route for best performance. If this is the case, we
recommend saving the best FM channels as presets on your FM radio and Snap. Then you simply
select and match the best channel for the area you are in.

TIP! It will be much more difficult to find available FM channels in large cities than in most suburban
or rural locations. A direct audio connection using the Aux In Cable, Cassette Adapter, or
professional installation is your best solution if you drive in or near large metropolitan areas.

Radio ID

Your Snap has an 8 character alphanumeric ID which uniquely identifies your Radio. This ID is
used during the subscription process.

To display the Radio ID:

1 Press MENU on the top of Snap.

2 The MENU icon and the Radio ID will be displayed.

3 To exit, press MENU twice or wait 10 seconds until Snap exits

to the main display screen.

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Radio ID
A234B456

MENU

Set Audio Level

The audio level of Snap can be adjusted when an audio connection is made between Snap and the
vehicle’s stereo system. Audio level is used to adjust Snap’s volume level to match the volume of

other audio sources you may use, such as a CD player, other FM stations, or an MP3 player.

Do not use the audio level as a volume control. Use the volume control on your vehicle’s stereo
instead.

To adjust the audio level:

1 Press MENU on the top of Snap twice. The MENU icon is displayed

on the screen.

2 Turn the Rotary knob to increase or decrease the audio level.

3 To exit, press MENU or wait 10 seconds until Snap exits to the

main display screen.

MENU

Audio Level
< >

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Using Your Snap

Auto Shut Off

Snap will automatically shut off after 6 hours of inactivity, i.e., when no
buttons have been pressed or the rotary knob has not been turned. This
feature prevents the vehicle battery from being discharged if you forget
to turn your Snap off.

Started Auto
Shut Off

When Snap is about to shut off, the message Started Auto Shut Off is
displayed, followed by Press 1 to Remain On. If you wish to continue
listening, press the 1 button.

Press 1 to
Remain On

Demo Mode

Your Snap has a demo mode that starts playing when, for a prolonged period of time (more than 5
minutes), the Radio either detects it’s not connected to the antenna, or the antenna stops receiving
a signal. It disappears when the antenna is connected properly or when the Radio starts receiving a
signal.

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Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Snap has been designed and built to be trouble-free but if you experience a problem, try this:

• Check that all connections are firm and secure.

• Make sure the vehicle power socket is working, and clean and free of corrosion.

• Make sure you have connected Snap as described in this User Guide. Verify that Snap is

fully plugged into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter or power adapter socket. Your vehicle
may need to be running to provide power to the socket.

If you see this on the screen: Try this:

Acquiring Signal
Chk Antenna Connection
No Signal Chk Antenna

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•Make sure that the vehicle is outdoors with a clear view of the sky.

•Make sure the Magnetic Mount Antenna is mounted outside of the

vehicle, in one of the locations shown on page 15.

•Move the antenna away from any obstructed area. For example, if you
are parked in an underground garage, you should receive a signal after
leaving the garage.

•Make sure that the antenna cable is firmly and securely plugged into
Snap. Make sure the cable is not bent or broken.

•If the message persists, most likely the Magnetic Mount Antenna cable
has been damaged. Replace the antenna.

If you see this on the screen: Try this:

Courtesy Period Ended •The Courtesy Period included with your Snap has ended. Call 1-866-

408-9796 to subscribe. Also refer to “Step 6: Subscribe” on page 28.

If this happens: Try this:

You do not receive all the
channels to which you subscribed

Audio fades or has static when
listening

•Ensure that you have subscribed to the service by following the steps
in “Step 6: Subscribe” on page 28.

•Go to www.xmradio.com/refresh and follow the directions to refresh
your Radio.

•Call 1-800-967-2346 for more assistance.

•Check all cables for a firm and secure connection.

•If you are using PowerConnect to listen via your vehicle’s FM radio,

and the problem persists, it most likely is interference from another
commercial or broadcast FM station. You will need to find an unused
or available FM channel in your area. Refer to step 1 in “Option 3:
PowerConnect Installation Instructions” on page 25.

•If you are using PowerConnect, and you cannot solve the audio
problem, try connecting the audio using the Aux In Cable or a Cassette
Adapter. (Refer to page 24 and page 25.) If you cannot use those solutions,
consider using an FM Direct Adapter. (Refer to page 23.)

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Troubleshooting

If this happens: Try this:

Audio sounds too soft •Raise the volume of your stereo system or increase the audio level of

No audio when using the Aux In
Cable or Cassette Adapter

No audio when using
PowerConnect or FMDA

No song title or artist name is
displayed

Traffic and Weather channels
sound different from other
channels

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your Snap until the sound quality improves. Refer to “Set Audio Level”
on page 39.

•Check all cables between your Snap and your vehicle’s stereo system for
firm and secure connections.

•Ensure you have selected the proper input source on your vehicle’s
stereo system.

•Check that your Snap and your vehicle’s FM radio are tuned to the
same FM channel.

•The information may not be available or updates may be in progress.

•These channels use a different audio technology than other channels

so they often sound different from other channels.

Product Specifications

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Product Specifications

System

Power Requirements: 9-16 V DC, 500 mA (max)
Operating Temperature: -4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C)
Audio Output: 1.0 V

Snap
Dimensions

Radio Control Unit: 2.7 in (width) x 3.13 in (height) x 0.6 in (depth)

68.5 mm (width) x 79.5 mm (height) x 15 mm (depth)

Flexible Stalk: 0.43 in (Dia.) X 3.1 in (length)

10.9mm (Dia.) X 80mm (length)

Base/Mount: 1.3 in (width) X 4.4 in (length)
33mm (width) X 111.5 mm (length)

Weight: 5.3 oz (151 g)

Vehicle Antenna

Type: XM Magnetic Mount
Connector: SMB female, right angle
Cable Length: 11.5 ft (3.5 m)

Aux In Cable

Connectors: 1/8 in (3.5 mm) stereo male to 1/8 in (3.5 mm)
stereo male
Cable Length: 4 ft (1.2 m)

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(max)

Patent and Environmental Information

Patent Information

It is prohibited to, and you agree that you will not, copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer,
hack, manipulate, or otherwise access and/or make available any technology incorporated in
this product. Furthermore, the AMBE™ voice compression software included in this product is
protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights, and trade secrets of
Digital Voice Systems, Inc. The software is licensed solely for use within this product. The music,
talk, news, entertainment, data, and other content on the Services are protected by copyright
and other intellectual property laws and all ownership rights remain with the respective content
and data service providers. You are prohibited from any export of the content and/or data (or
derivative thereof ) except in compliance with applicable export laws, rules and regulations. The
user of this or any other software contained in a SIRIUS|XM Radio is explicitly prohibited from
attempting to copy, decompile, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate or disassemble the object code,
or in any other way convert the object code into human-readable form.

Environmental Information

Follow local guidelines for waste disposal when discarding packaging and electronic appliances.

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FCC Statement

The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. can void
the user’s authority to operate this device.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.

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 encouraged 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 SIRIUS|XM equipment and the affected receiver.

• Connect the SIRIUS|XM equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the affected

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING! The FCC and FAA have not certified this Satellite Radio Receiver for use in any aircraft (neither portable
nor permanent installation). Therefore, SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. cannot support this type of application or installation.

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Copyrights and Trademarks

©2010 SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. “SIRIUS”, “XM” and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS XM
Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. “BBC” and “Radio One” are trademarks of the British Broadcasting Corporation
and are used under license. BBC logo © BBC 1996. Radio 1 logo © BBC 2001. Cosmopolitan™ is a registered
trademark of Hearst Communications, Inc. Elvis Radio logo © EPE Reg. U.S. Pat & TM off. IndyCar (and
Design) are registered trademarks of Brickyard Trademarks, Inc., used with permission. Major League Baseball
trademarks and copyrights are used with permission of Major League Baseball Properties, Inc. Visit the
official website at MLB.com. Games subject to availability and change and may not include all spring training
games. All rights reserved. NASCAR™ is a registered trademark of the National Association for Stock Car Auto
Racing, Inc. The NBA identifications are the intellectual property of NBA Properties, Inc. and the respective
NBA member teams. © 2010 NBA Properties, Inc. © 2010 NFL Properties LLC. All NFL-related trademarks are
trademarks of the National Football League. NHL and the NHL Shield are registered trademarks of the National
Hockey League. © NHL 2010. All NHL logos and marks and NHL team logos and marks depicted herein are the
property of the NHL and the respective teams and may not be reproduced without the prior written consent of
NHL Enterprises, L.P. The Home Ice© channel is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. The Swinger
Golfer logo is a registered trademark of PGA TOUR, Inc. Visit www.xmradio.com/xmlineup for updates. All
programming/channel lineup/XM service subject to change or preemption. All other marks and logos are the
property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Hardware and subscription sold separately, and activation fee required. Other fees and taxes may apply.
Month-to-month subscriptions must be activated via telephone. Subscription governed by XM Customer
Agreement available at www.xmradio.com. Prices and programming are subject to change. XM subscriptions
governed by XM Customer Agreement available at www.xmradio.com. Service automatically renews into the

subscription Package you choose (which may differ from the Package which arrived with the radio), for
additional periods of the same length as the Plan you choose, and automatically bills at the then current
renewal rate, after any complimentary trial or promotional period ends, unless you call XM to cancel. XM

U.S. Satellite service available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous USA and DC, while
Internet Radio is available throughout our satellite area and also AK, HI and PR.

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Owners Record

Owner’s Record

The Radio model number is located below and the Radio ID is located on the label on the back of
Snap.

Record the Radio ID in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your
dealer regarding this product.

Radio Model Number: XSN1

Radio ID:___________________________

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www.xmradio.com

SIRIUS XM Radio Inc.
1221 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10020

1.800.967.2346

© 2010 SIRIUS XM Radio Inc.

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