Features Congratulations on your purchase of the XMp3i™ Additional Home Kit! Your new Home Kit lets you play your XMp3i™ or Pioneer XMp3™ Radio through another stereo system or a set of powered speakers. Add Satellite Radio to another room: No need for a second subscription.
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 (above 140˚F or below 4˚F, or above 60˚C or below 20˚C).
Home Dock Color-Coded Connections The Color Coded Home Dock makes it simple to connect. A N T Rear/Side View ANT (Silver) Connection for the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna. A U D O AUDIO (Green) POWER (Red) Connection for stereo Connection for system or set of the Home Power powered speakers.
Remote Control Functions Power Button Arrow Buttons 30-Minute Replay Buttons Navigates through Pause and replay up to 30 lists and highlights list minutes of Satellite Radio items. programming. Record Record a song or a Select Button channel. Also schedule a Press to confirm recording and set channel to auto record.
Home Installation Just like when you first set up the Home Kit that came with your XMp3i™ or Pioneer XMp3™ Radio, there are two parts to setting up this Additional Home Kit. First, connecting the Home Dock to your stereo system or set of powered speakers, then placing and aiming the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna.
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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 Stereo System or Powered Speakers The Home Dock can be connected to your stereo system, or to a set of powered speakers.
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Home Installation To Connect the Home Dock to Your Stereo System The Home Dock can be connected to your stereo system through the AUX In or LINE In audio input jacks of your stereo system, using the provided Stereo Audio Cable.
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Plug the powered speakers into a standard power outlet. Turn On the powered speakers. Dock Your Radio Place your XMp3i™ or Pioneer XMp3™ Radio into the Home Dock as shown, and turn your Radio On sliding the Power/Lock switch down.
Home Installation Step 2: Install the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna To begin, try experimenting with the Indoor/Outdoor Home 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.
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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.
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Home Installation be achieved by placing the antenna outside on a window ledge, porch, table, or patio. The location you choose SOFFIT 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...
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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 1-3/8 in screws should be spaced 1 3/8”...
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Home Installation The Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna’s reception can also be tweaked by opening or closing the antenna clamshell, and turning the antenna. While observing the 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.
The audio level of your Satellite Radio can also be increased. Refer to the User Guide which accompanied your Radio and increase the audio level. If you still have questions, for example, ‘Are there any other options/things I should consider?’, etc., refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 24.
Troubleshooting Your Home Kit 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 you have connected the Home Dock as described in this User Guide.
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If you see this on the screen: Try this: Updating Your Satellite Radio is being updated with the latest encryption code. Wait until the update is done. You may be trying to tune to a channel that is blocked or unavailable. Tune to another channel. —...
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Troubleshooting If this happens: Try this: Audio fades or has static when Check all cables for a firm and secure listening connection. No song title or artist name is The information may not be available or updates displayed may be in progress. Traffic and Weather channels These channels use a different audio technology sound different from other...
Product Specifications System Power Requirements 5.2V DC, 1.0 A (max) Operating Temperature -4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C) Audio Output 1.8Vrms (max) Home Dock Dimensions 2.7 in (W) X 1.4 in (H) X 2.1 in (D) (69.6 mm (W) X 35.1 mm (H) X 53.2 mm (D)) Weight 2.5 oz (71 g) Audio Connector...
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. 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.
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: This device may not cause harmful interference.
Copyrights and Trademarks Hardware and subscription sold separately. Activation fee, other fees, and taxes required. Installation required with some equipment. Except as specifically provided, SIRIUS and XM Radios and Accessories are compatible only with their respective subscription service. Subscriptions are governed by, as applicable, SIRIUS Terms &...
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Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna Template 1-3/8” 1-1/8”...
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