Sirius Satellite Radio XMp3i User Manual

User Guide

Table of Contents

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

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

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

Important Battery Information. . . . . . . . 10

What’s in the Box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

XMp3i Buttons and Connectors . . . . . . . 13

Home Dock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Remote Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Installing and Charging the Battery . . . . 16

MicroSD™ Memory Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Home Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Step 1: Connect the Home Dock . . . . . . 20

Step 2: Install the Indoor/Outdoor

Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Using Your XMp3i . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

The Four XMp3i Menu Options . . . . . . . 32

Docked and Portable Use of Your

XMp3i. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Navigation Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Display Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Using the Control Wheel. . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Live XM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

The Live XM Main Display . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Tuning a Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Category Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Replay Live XM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Favorite Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

TuneSelect and GameSelect . . . . . . . . . 48

Info Extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Bookmarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Blocking Explicit Channels. . . . . . . . . . . 57

My Music Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

The My Music Library Main Display

Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Listening to My Music Library. . . . . . . . 63

Playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Auto Recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

EQ Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

Change Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Edit Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Info Extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Channel Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Auto Recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Vehicle Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Line Out Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

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Antenna Aiming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Restore Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Memory Usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Using your XMp3i with a PC . . . . 101

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

My Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

Record XM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Bookmarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

napster.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

My Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

audible.com/xm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109

Updating the XMp3i Firmware. . . . . . . . .111

Disconnecting the XMp3i from a PC. . . 112

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . 119

Patent Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Environmental Information . . . . . . . . . . 121

Owner’s Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Indoor/Outdoor Antenna

Template . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Introduction

Features

Congratulations on your purchase of the XMp3i™!

The XMp3i has these exciting features to enhance your overall experience:

• Live or recorded XM content at your fingertips. Spin the Control Wheel to quickly tune to your favorite XM channels.

• Have to step away for a few minutes? Pause and replay up to 30 minutes of XM programming.

• Record songs while you listen, or schedule recordings of your favorite shows.

• Set XMp3i to record up to five of your favorite XM channels automatically so you’ll always have something to listen to.

• TuneSelect and GameSelect find your favorite artists or sports events on any XM channel.

• Upload MP3 files, WMA tracks, and Audible.com books from your PC. Manage your collection and playlists with the XM2go Music Manager software.

• Store MP3 or WMA files on a removable microSD memory card (sold separately).

Please read the entire User Guide before using your XMp3i!

Safety and Care Information

IMPORTANT! Always read and understand all the instructions to avoid injury to yourself and/or damage to your device. SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. disclaims all responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdown, repair, or other causes.

• Do not expose to extreme temperatures, outside the recommended

temperature range of 32° to 95°F (0° to 35°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 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.

• Use only the provided Home Power Adapter.

• Insert the Home Power Adapter all the way into the electrical outlet. Be

careful not to overload the outlet with too many electrical devices, and keep metallic objects away from the power plugs.

• When using this product, stay aware of your surroundings when enjoying your XMp3i. If you’re a pedestrian, keep your eyes and ears open. If you’re driving, keep your eyes on the road and your 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.

• Radio functions should not be performed while driving. Park your vehicle in a safe location before using the Radio.

• WARNING: 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.

Protect Your Ears and Yourself

• Always follow traffic safety directions. Do not use earbuds or headphones while operating a bicycle, automobile, or motorcycle. Not only is it dangerous, it may be illegal.

• Make sure the earbud or headphone cable does not get in the way of your arms or other surrounding objects while you’re walking or exercising.

• Maintain a moderate volume when walking or exercising. Always be aware of what is happening around you.

• Using earbuds or headphones for a long time and/or at high volume can cause serious damage to your hearing. If you hear ringing in your ears, STOP listening immediately.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time, your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher and higher volumes. What sounds “normal” may be dangerously loud.

TO ESTABLISH A SAFE LEVEL: Start the volume control at a low setting. Slowly increase the volume until you can hear comfortably, without distortion, and still be aware of your surroundings.

ONCE YOU ESTABLISH A COMFORTABLE SOUND LEVEL: Leave the volume at that level; do not increase it over time. SIRIUS | XM and the Consumer Electronics Association recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. Sustained sound levels above 85 decibels can be dangerous without hearing protection. (For reference, a garbage disposal or loud shouting at 3 feet are about 80 decibels; a food blender or gas lawn blower at 3 feet are around 90 decibels.) SIRIUS | XM disclaims all liability for hearing loss, bodily injury, or property damage as a result of use or misuse of this product.

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Important Battery Information

Your XMp3i’s battery should be charged before you use it. The amount of charge is indicated by the battery level meter in your XMp3i’s display. When you’re charging the battery you will see a red battery icon.

When you use your XMp3i for the first time, charge the battery until the battery icon turns green. Then use your XMp3i until the battery is exhausted. This charge/discharge cycle calibrates the battery level meter so that it accurately reports the state of the battery.

Important Battery Safety Information

• Exposure to extreme temperatures can seriously degrade your battery’s performance and useable life and may result in permanent damage.

• Do Not leave your XMP3i battery in an unattended vehicle (even the glove box) because temperatures in parked vehicles can become extreme and extreme heat will degrade your battery’s performance the most.

• Use and store your XMp3i and battery within the recommended temperature range of 32° to 95°F (0° to 35°C).

• Do not place or store your radio and battery in direct sunlight, or near a heat source.

• Do not use your battery if it swells, leaks, or malfunctions.

. When the battery is exhausted you will see

• Do not use your battery if it is dropped or damaged.

• Charge your XMp3i battery only with Sirius XM approved charger.

• Risk of Explosion if battery is replaced with an non XM approved

battery.

• To Prevent Injury Do Not Drop, Disassemble, Crush, Puncture, or Dispose of in Fire or Water or Allow Metal to Touch Battery Terminals.

• Your XMp3i’s rechargeable battery should be disposed of properly and should be recycled. Contact your local recycler for details.

• Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc. ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate (Applicable to California, U.S.A.)

• Replacement batteries can be ordered online at www.xmradio.com/ accessories or by calling 800-XM RADIO (800-967-2346)

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What’s in the Box?

XMp3i Radio Remote Control

Home Dock

Battery

Indoor/Outdoor Antenna

Earbuds Stereo Audio Cable

USB Cable

Home Power Adapter

XMp3i Buttons and Connectors

Power/Lock Switch

Slide down to turn XMp3i on or off, slide up to lock buttons.

Go to Live XM, My Music Library, Auto Recordings, or Settings.

Back

Return to previous screen. Press and hold to return to the previous channel.

30-Minute Replay

Pause and replay live XM or navigate your recorded content.

Universal Connector

Record

USB Jack

Record a song or a channel. Also schedule a recording and set channel to auto record.

Headphone Jack and microSD Card Slot

Volume/Mute

Keypad

Enter a channel number to tune to the channel.

Options

Displays options available for the displayed screen.

Select Button

Press to confirm highlighted selections.

Control Wheel

Rotate to highlight selections.

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Home Dock

Color-Coded Connections

The color-coded Home Dock makes it simple to connect. Just match the colors on the cable ends to the colors on the dock to see what goes where.

Rear/Side View

ANT (Silver) Connection for the Indoor/Outdoor Antenna.

AUDIO

AUDIO (Green)

Connection for home stereo system or powered speakers.

POWER (Red) Connection for the Home Power Adapter.

Remote Control Functions

Power Button

Turn Radio on/off.

Replay Buttons

Pause and replay live XM programming and navigate your recordings.

Select Button

Press to confirm highlighted selections; press and hold to access FM channel presets.

Go to the main menu.

Arrow Buttons

Tune channels and navigate lists.

Record

Press to record songs, channels or schedule a recording.

Options

Displays available options for current display.

Mute

Silences the audio.

Number Keys

Enter a channel number to tune directly to the channel.

Jump

Switches between current channel and previously tuned channel.

+ and — Change channels or control volume for audio system (sold separately).

Back

Return to previous screen.

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Installing and Charging the Battery

The battery is shipped partially charged. Charge the battery for at least 3 hours before using your XMp3i for the first time, or if you have not used it for several months.

Insert the battery into the XMp3i as shown.

1. Open battery compartment.

3. Carefully replace the battery door, sliding in place.

2. Insert the battery into the XMp3i.

4. Charge the battery for at least 3 hours.

MicroSD™ Memory Card

You can add removable microSD memory to store more of your personal MP3 and WMA music files. The microSD memory card is sold separately, and may be purchased at most electronics retailers.

NOTE! You cannot store any recorded XM content on your microSD card.

Installing and Removing the microSD Memory Card

Turn your XMp3i off before inserting or removing the microSD memory card.

To insert the memory card, press it down until it clicks into place. To remove it, press down and release and it will eject. Do not remove the card if you see this icon

in red on the display.

WARNING! Do not remove microSD memory card during scanning.

Be sure you insert the microSD card correctly.

Home Installation

Home Dock Installation

There are two steps to installing your Home Dock. First, connecting the Home Dock to the AC Power Adapter, the Indoor Outdoor Antenna, and to your stereo or powered speakers, and second, placing and aiming the Indoor/Outdoor Antenna.

Step 1: Connect the Home Dock

When installing the Home Dock in your home, choose a location in close proximity to your home stereo system or powered speakers, and also where the cable from the Indoor/Outdoor Antenna can reach the Home Dock. The location should be easily accessible and provide good visibility of the display, but should not be located where it will be in direct sunlight, which will affect the visibility of the display screen.

You will also need to decide whether you will be connecting your Home Dock to your home stereo system using the provided Stereo Audio Cable, or directly to powered speakers.

Connect the Indoor/Outdoor Antenna

Once you have selected a location, connect the antenna to the silver ANT connector at the right side of the Home Dock. (After completing a few additional steps, we will work on the location of the antenna.)

Connect the Home Power Adapter

Connect the Home Power Adapter to the red POWER connector at the left side of the Home Dock, and plug it into a wall outlet.

Connect the Home Dock to a Home Stereo System or Powered Speakers

The Home Dock can be connected to your home stereo system, or to a pair of powered speakers. If you are connecting to a home stereo system, see the following section. If you are connecting to a pair of powered speakers, refer to “To Connect the Home Dock to Your Powered Speakers” on page 23.

To Connect the Home Dock to Your Home Stereo System

The Home Dock can be connected to your home stereo system through the

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AUX In or LINE In connection of your home stereo system, using the provided Stereo Audio Cable.

1 Take the provided Stereo Audio Cable and connect the single 1/8” (3.5

mm) connector to the green AUDIO connector at the rear of the Home Dock.

2 Connect the white left and red right Stereo Audio Cable connectors

(“L” and “R” are also on each respective tip) to any available input other than PHONO on your home stereo system. (If your stereo’s inputs are marked red and black, simply connect the white plug to the black input.)

3 Turn the home stereo system On, and make sure you select the correct

input on your stereo system for the AUX In or LINE In connection, or whatever input you have selected.

To Connect the Home Dock to Your Powered Speakers

The Home Dock can be connected directly to a pair of speakers. The speakers will need to be powered for amplification.

1 Connect the 1/8” (3.5 mm) connector from the powered speakers

to the green AUDIO connector at the rear of the Home Dock.

2 Plug the AC Power Adapter for the speakers into an

AC outlet.

3 Turn the speakers On.

Dock Your XMp3i

Place the XMp3i into the Home Dock as shown, and turn it On by sliding the Power/Lock switch down.

IMPORTANT! Allow the XMp3i to charge the battery for a minimum of three hours before removing from the Home Dock.

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Step 2: Install the Indoor/Outdoor Antenna

Proper installation of the Indoor/Outdoor Antenna is necessary to insure good and consistent signal reception. To begin, try experimenting with the antenna to get a feel for the reception in your location. Move the antenna around the room or from room to room. Aim it from different windows. In major metropolitan areas, you might find that you get great reception in several locations without worrying too much about aim and placement.

Access the Antenna Aiming screen of your XMp3i to see a visual indication of signal strength. Press menu, turn the Control Wheel to highlight Settings. Press Select. Turn the Control Wheel to highlight Antenna Aiming. Press Select. If you’re receiving a good Satellite and Terrestrial signal strength, you’re done. If not, try some of the suggestions which follow.

Other Indoor/Outdoor Antenna Installation Suggestions

If you find you are getting a signal, but it’s inconsistent, try moving the Indoor/Outdoor Antenna closer to a window, ideally one that is facing due south.

Not sure which way is south? Think about where the sun rises (in the east) and sets (in the west). Then stand so that east is to your left and you’ll be facing south. Is there a window in the direction you’re facing? Move the antenna closer to the window.

TIP! Still not sure which way is south or where to place your Indoor/Outdoor Antenna? Look up your location on an online mapping website that offers satellite views of street addresses where you can easily see which way is south, and what window may offer an unobstructed view of the sky.

Another easy method is to start at any window, then work from window to window in a simple pattern to find the window gives the best signal strength. Note that the antenna must also have an unobstructed view, with no trees or buildings blocking its aim. If the antenna is aimed through a window, be aware that blinds, screens, or any other non-glass elements such as thermal insulation can sometimes cause reception issues. If this is the case, you may want to use another window or place the antenna outside of the window.

If you find a window that gives you good signal strength, you can place the antenna on the windowsill. The antenna may need to be placed on something to raise it above the level of the window frame.

If you don’t have a window where you

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receive a consistent signal, or placing the antenna in a window is not a practical solution for you, BETTER reception can be achieved by placing the antenna outside

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on a window ledge, porch, table, or patio. The location you choose should provide the antenna with a clear view of the southern sky.

If none of the previous solutions work for you, then the BEST reception can be achieved by mounting the antenna outdoors, with a clear view of the southern sky.

Note that you will want to consider any potential hazards when you choose the mounting location, and possibly consider professional installation. SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. is not liable for any damages.

To mount the antenna, you will need four screws (not included) with a 1/4” head (e.g., an M3 screw), and that are suitable for the material onto which you are affixing the antenna, (e.g., wood, metal, etc.). The screws should be spaced 1-3/8” apart horizontally and 1-1/8” vertically. Refer to the template “Indoor/Outdoor

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Antenna Template” on page 126.

Once you have found a suitable location for the antenna, route the antenna cable to the Home Dock. Be sure you avoid any obstructions that could crimp, kink, or

1-3/8 in

twist the cable. Use protective grommets wherever rough openings are encountered. If the antenna is installed outdoors, route

1-1/8 in

the cable from the antenna location to the interior of the home, working the cable through the basement, under a window sill, etc., and make adjustments to take up cable slack as necessary.

TIP! If your Indoor/Outdoor Antenna’s cable isn’t long enough, visit xmradio. com/accessories, or your favorite retailer, and consider a 50 ft. Indoor/ Outdoor Antenna Extension Cable or a Wireless Home Signal Repeater.

If the signal is good for either Satellite or Terrestrial (or both), and you are hearing the audio from the Radio, the installation is complete.

If the signal reception is low, or intermittent, try another location for the antenna. Verify that the antenna is pointed south, and that the antenna’s view of the sky is not blocked by a tree, a building, a bridge, or anything else. Adjust until you are receiving a good signal.

The Indoor/Outdoor Antenna’s reception can also be tweaked by opening or closing the antenna clamshell, and turning the antenna. While observing the

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signal strength, make small adjustments to the angle of tilt of the clamshell until the highest possible signal strength is achieved. If you have not wall-mounted the antenna, turn the antenna slightly to the right or left and observe if the signal strength increases. For each tweak, allow a few seconds in each position to determine if the signal strength increases.

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If the signal reception is good, but there is no audio, verify your audio connection.

• If you are connected to a home stereo system, be sure the system is set to the auxiliary input source, and you have connected the Stereo Audio Cable to the auxiliary input connectors.

• If you are connected to powered speakers, be sure the speakers are plugged into an outlet, and are turned On.

The Line Out level of your Radio can also be increased. Refer to “Line Out Level” on page 93.

Activation

Before you can enjoy Commercial-Free Music, plus Sports, News, Talk & Entertainment, you need to activate your XMp3i.

1 Make sure your XMp3i is properly installed, turned on, 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 XMp3i.

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

3 Activate your service:

•Online: Go to www.xmradio.com and click on “ACTIVATE RADIO” in the top right corner

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

4 When your service is activated, your XMp3i will receive all channels to

which you have subscribed. At this time, you use the Control Wheel or Remote Control to tune other channels. Activation usually takes 10 to 15 minutes, but may take up to an hour. We recommend that your XMp3i remain on until activated.

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