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After making sure the connectors and guide pin hole are properly lined up, gently lower the Xpress into the mounting plate, and press down on the Xpress to mate the connectors together. The raised detent on the mounting plate will enter the notch on the rear of the Receiver, indicating the Xpress is properly seated. The receiver should now be attached securely to the mounting plate. c. Apply power to the XMB10 by pressing the Power ON/OFF button; the LED indicator lights blue. If the Receiver does not turn on at the same time, press the Power On/Off ( ) button on the Receiver front panel. 4. Removing the Receiver From the XMB10 Press the EJECT button on top of the Boom Box; the receiver will swing out automatically. Gently grasp each side of the Receiver at the top and pull straight up to disengage it from the mounting plate. INSTALLING/REMOVING THE Xpress RECEIVER Xpress RECEIVER INSTALLED PUSH IN AT TOP TO SECURE IN PLACE Interconnect Diagram RECEIVER ANTENNA BOOM BOX STORAGE DC POWER XMB10 SHELF ADAPTER ANTENNA JACK (ANT) JACK DC POWER HIDE-AWAY ADAPTER ANTENNA (DC 12V 1.5A) CABLE WRAP RECEIVER ANTENNA TO AC WALL OUTLET 5. Installing the Antenna For best reception, the supplied antenna should be placed near a window if in the house or, if outdoors, in an open area and as high as possible; some repositioning may be required to achieve optimum results. The following guidelines are recommended: a. In a major city, where XM ground repeaters are present, you can usually place the antenna away from a window and still achieve the desired results. b. You can also place the antenna outside (on the roof structure), provided it is clear of any overhead obstructions. 6. Antenna Placement Considerations The antenna should be placed on a relatively flat surface whenever possible. When outdoors, the antenna may be left in its mount atop the Boom Box provided no overhead obstructions are present. -9 128-7546 9 of 16 other is a higher-resolution signal-strength To mount the antenna: indicator screen showing Terrestrial and Satellite indications which allow you to opti a. Plug the antenna into the ANT connector on the mally aim your XM Antenna. To access and back of the XMB10. use this screen, refer to the Xpress XM Satellite b. Leave the antenna in place on the Boom Box, Radio Receiver User Guide (128-7454). or remove the antenna from its mount, uncoil the antenna cable, and place it at the preferred 7. Positioning the XM Antenna location inside or outside the home. If the Xpress The antenna supplied with the XMB10 is a high-gainReceiver display indicates “NO SIGNAL,” the type that can receive XM’s signal from one of XM’s antenna needs to be repositioned. In addition, satellites and/or, depending on where you live, XM’s even if you are receiving the XM signal, it is terrestrial repeaters. It is recommended that therecommended that you optimize the position of antenna be positioned near a south-facing window oryour XM Antenna as described in this section outdoors with a clear view of the southeastern sky in enabling you toreceive the strongest possible order to receive the satellite signal. In some cases, itsignal and consistent, mute-free reception. will be possible to receive XM’s signal through standard home walls or a roof. To position your c. Your Xpress Receiver display has two different antenna, first set up the Boom Box as described signal-strengthindicators which will help you earlier in this user guide. Next, position the antenna optimize the antenna’s position: The first is a until you receive the strongest possible satellite sig basic signal strength indicator visible at the upper nal. If the satellite signal is not available, you can op right corner of the display screen during normal timize it for a terrestrial signal (where available). listening. It has from zero to three vertical bars; three bars represent the strongest signal. The -10 128-7546 10 of 16 NOTE: Do not cut the antenna cable and attempt to cable; use protective grommets whereversplice it or attach alternative connectors or rough openings are encountered. cable. The cable and connectors used in your d. If the antenna is mounted outside, route the XMB10 are specially chosen and attached at cable from the antenna position to the interior the factory to ensure that they will work with of the home, working the cable through the XM’s unique frequency band. Use an XM-basement,under a window sill, etc.; make approved antenna extension kit from your adjustments and take up slack whenever local consumer electronics retailer. Failure to necessary. do so could damage the unit. e. If outdoors, either leave the antenna in place a. Apply power to the XMB10 Boom Box as atop the XMB10, or remove the antenna and outlined previously in paragraph 3c and obtain find a location free from overhead obstructions an audio output. If no audio is heard, move the such as tree branches, or the roof of a tent or antenna to different positions on the surface other temporary ...