Sirius XM RAdio XM SkyDock Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide

CAUTION! Do not attempt to install, activate or
adjust any of the setting options described in this
guide unless your vehicle is parked in a safe location.

1 Download the App

The Free XM SkyDock App is Ready for Launch!

In no time, you’ll be able to enjoy commercial-free music, plus
live sports, news, talk and entertainment. First, you’ll need
to install the free XM SkyDock App.

There are two ways to install the free XM SkyDock App:

• Using your iPod touch® or iPhone®, you can
install the XM SkyDock App directly from the
App Store. You must have WiFi or, if using an
iPhone, 3G coverage.

• Using your computer, you can install the XM
SkyDock App directly from the App Store in
iTunes®. You will then need to synchronize
your iPod touch or iPhone with iTunes to
complete the installation.

Once you have successfully installed the XM
SkyDock App the Home Screen will display the
XM SkyDock App icon.

SkyDock

Made for iPod touch (1st and 2nd Generation),
iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G and iPhone

All models require iPhone OS 3.0 or later

2 Install the Magnetic Mount Antenna

CAUTION! STOP and read the more specific
instructions in the User Guide for all types of
vehicles — or get someone who knows vehicles
to help. If you don’t understand what to do, you
might accidentally damage your vehicle.

CAUTION! Only use the included
Magnetic Mount Antenna with your XM
SkyDock. Replacement or additional XM
SkyDock Magnetic Mount Antenna can
be purchased at shop.xmradio.com

TIP! A dry vehicle is nice. Avoid damaging or
compromising the window, door, and trunk seals.

Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna

• Sedan or Coupe: We recommend mounting the Magnetic

Mount Antenna just above the front windshield.

• SUV or Pickup Truck: We recommend mounting
the Magnetic Mount Antenna just above the
front windshield.

• Convertible: If it is not possible to mount the
antenna above the front windshield, we recommend
mounting the antenna to the hood of the vehicle
near the passenger side. Consult an installation
professional for other mounting options.

Feed the Magnetic Mount Antenna wire under the
rubber molding around the front windshield and
into the seal around the door. A plastic putty knife
or credit card can help position the cable.

Hide the Magnetic Mount Antenna Cable Inside the Vehicle

The best place to hide your antenna cable depends on your type of vehicle.

When the Magnetic Mount Antenna is mounted at the front of the vehicle, bring the
cable into the rubber weather stripping around the door to the bottom of the door
opening. Bring the cable out of the weather stripping and route it under the carpet
toward the dashboard.

If you are mounting to the hood, be sure to carefully inspect the desired location
and make sure that the antenna or cable will not interfere with the hood opening
or closing. Try and route the cable through the fender seam into the door seal area
and then into the vehicle, being careful not to pinch the cable in the door hinge.
Consult a professional installer if you have any difficulty or concerns with this
type of installation.

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.

Make the Connection

Plug the Magnetic Mount Antenna into the
ANTENNA connection on the XM SkyDock.

Choose the best location for the Magnetic
Mount Antenna considering your vehicle
type. Refer to the Antenna Mounting
Instructions in the User Guide beginning
on page 16.

3 Install the XM SkyDock

Plug and Play

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

Note: the XM SkyDock will not
accommodate all case types (see
page 21 in the users guide for details).

Spacer 1

Spacer 2

Spacer 3

Selecting the Right Spacer

Install the correct adapter to ensure the
best fit.

• Spacer 1: For iPhone with case.

• Spacer 2: For iPhone without case;
for iPod touch with compatible case.

• Spacer 3: For iPod touch without case.

Replacing the Spacers

1 Use one finger to apply sliding
pressure on the Spacer towards
one of the Side Grip arms.
2 Using another finger, pry up under
the edge of the Spacer to release it.
3 Snap on the new spacer.

4 Insert and Adjust

Inserting your iPod touch or iPhone

Insert the bottom of your iPod touch or iPhone straight
down onto the connector, making sure that the connection
is solid. Gently squeeze the side grips against the iPhone
to secure it. Squeeze towards the rear of both side grips.

To remove, slide the Side Grip Release Lever DOWN
to spread the grips apart. Then lift your iPod touch
or iPhone off the connector and pull it straight up
and out of the XM SkyDock.

Adjusting the Position of your XM SkyDock

The XM SkyDock’s flexible stalk and rotating dock gives you
lots of freedom to position your iPod touch or iPhone so it is
convenient for you to use. You can twist the stalk up to 90∞
in either direction and bend it to be
clear of controls or other items.

You can rotate the XM SkyDock
up to 100∞ in either direction so
that the XM SkyDock App will
automatically orient the screen
image to match the XM SkyDock’s
orientation.

CAUTION: Do not over-rotate.
Doing so could cause damage
to your XM SkyDock.

Release

Side Grips

Squeeze

Here

5 Activate

Activate your Service

The XM SkyDock App has a built-in activation wizard that
will walk you through the activation process step by step.

1 Park your vehicle in a location with an unobstructed
view to the sky. Launch the XM SkyDock App.
2 If this is the first time activating your XM SkyDock,
follow the on-screen instructions.
3 Make a note of your Radio ID which is displayed on
the set up screen, on Channel 0, or in the My Account
screen in the set up menu. In addition it can be found
on the Radio ID sticker on the back of your XM SkyDock.

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

4 Activating the service

• Online: go to www.xmradio.com and click on the
“activate radio” link in the top right corner.
OR

• By Phone: Call 1-800-XM-RADIO (1-800-967-2346).
OR

• If using an iPhone you can tap directly on the Call to
Activate or Activate On-line buttons on the screen.
5 Activation usually takes 10 to 15 minutes, but may take
up to an hour. We recommend that your XM SkyDock
remain ON until activated. You should now proceed to
Step 6 (Connect the Audio to your Stereo). Once the
activation signal is received, you can tap the XM
Categories to tune to your subscribed channels.

Decide how to Connect

• Best Performance: Use the included Aux
In Cable if your vehicle’s stereo system

has an auxiliary input connection (may
be labeled Aux In, Audio In or similar).
Plug one end of the Aux In Cable into the
AUDIO connector on the XM SkyDock, and the other end into the auxiliary input
connection on the vehicle’s stereo system. Refer to your vehicle’s owners manual
to find the location of the auxiliary input, or consult the vehicle dealer.

Setting up PowerConnect

1 Tune through your vehicle’s radio FM channels

to find an FM channel (between 88.1MHz and

107.9MHz) that is not broadcasting in your area
(a channel with lots of static). For details on how
to find available FM channels in your area, check
out the FM Channel Finder at xmradio.com/
fmchannel or see page 87 of the User Guide.
2 Launch the XM SkyDock App,
then tap the Settings button.

3 Tap the FM Settings listing.
4 The first preset (factory-set to 88.1MHz) will

be highlighted. If this is not the best channel
press and hold the 88.1 preset button for 2
seconds. The FM Settings screen will change
to the Edit Mode.
5 Tap the Edit button beneath the preset.
The Set FM Preset Channel screen appears.
6 Tap the arrow buttons to select the FM
frequency that matches the channel that
you preset on your vehicle radio to in Step 1.
7 Tap the Back button to return to the FM
Settings screen with the new FM preset
frequency stored. To exit, tap the Home button.

NOTE: If your vehicle does not have an auxiliary input or the
PowerConnect is not performing well in your area, you can use
either a Cassette Adapter or FM Direct Adapter (both sold separately
shop.xmradio.com) - See page 27 of the User Guide for more information.

6 Connect the Audio to Your Stereo 7 PowerConnect Setup

FM Settings Screen

Adjust FM Channel

Edit Options

• Good Performance: Use the PowerConnect feature in the XM SkyDock.

PowerConnect plays the audio through your vehicle’s FM radio. When you
have completed Step 5 (Activation), you’ll first need to find an available FM
channel in your area, and then you need to ensure that the XM SkyDock and
your vehicle’s FM radio are tuned to the same available FM channel.

Audio Quality GOOD BETTER BEST

Aux In Cable

FM Direct Adapter (FMDA)*

Cassette Adapter

PowerConnect™

* Professional Installation Recommended

8 Navigating the App

A

B

C D

F

E

G

B

Favorite Channels

Store up to 12 of your favorite

channels for easy access

Traffic & Weather

Tunes to your favorite XM

Traffic/Weather channel

Channel Preview

Swipe left or right here

to see what is playing

on your favorite channels

Ticker

Will display sports

scores and stock

prices when activated

in the Settings menu

Settings

Set up options for

your XM SkyDock

Channel Number Channel Logo

Artist Name

Song Title

CAUTION: Do not attempt to
make Setting adjustments or
manage your Tagged Songs
while driving

Direct Tune Keypad

Enter your desired

channel number

A

Tag This

Adds the song to your

Tagged Song list

F

Channel List

Tune channels within any category

G

E

Replay

Pause, Rewind and Replay

30 minutes of live radio

Category List

Quickly navigate

to any category

C

Tagged Song List

Set alerts or purchase

songs from iTunes

D

xmradio.com

XM SkyDock Quick Start Guide (XMSkyDockQSG0410)

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