The shorter end of the cable coming from the PIA is a pass-through cable that can be used to connect other products to your Left/Right Audio Cables (Model Specific) Connector Figure 2. Typical Head Unit, Rear View head unit, i.e., CD changer. Note: The location of the connections on the head unit may vary depending on the model. Step 4: Start your car and turn on your head unit to confirm that the XM Direct system is properly connected. Please refer to your stereo owners manual on how to access XM mode. When you tune to XM channel 1, you should see “XM Preview” on your head unit LCD, and hear that channel through your car speakers. If not, check to make sure all connections are correct or refer to the troubleshooting section of this installation guide. Step 5: Mount and secure the interface cable in a suitable location that will not interfere with the radio and will not vibrate or rattle after installation. Installation Basics/Installation Planning Figure 3. Smart Digital Adapter Installation (Continued)Installation (Continued)Installation (Continued)Installation (Continued)Installation (Continued) Step 6: Return the head unit to its original location in the dashboard. CAUTION: Note: the screws. Step 6: Return the head unit to its original location in the dashboard. CAUTION: Note: the screws. Ensure the cables are not kinked or get disconnected when installing the head unit. If you had removed screws to pull the car stereo head unit out, please reinstall Installation (Continued) Installation (Continued)Installation (Continued)Installation (Continued)Installation (Continued)Installation (Continued) Step 7: If you had removed the dash board during installation please return it back to its original location. (See Figure 4.) Figure 4. Typical Dashboard Installation Car Mounting Bracket Car Mounting (Alternate Position) Bracket Docking Station and Mini-Tuner Completing Activation: Now that your XM Direct system has been installed your XM Universal Tuner will need to be activated. Tune your car stereo head unit to the XM Preview Channel, channel 1 and follow instructions for activation. You can also go on-line at in the U.S. (in Canada) or call the toll free XM activation number at 1-800852- 9696 in the U.S. (1-877-438-9677 in Canada). XM SATELLITE RADIO OPERATION Please refer to the XM Radio Operation section of your owners manual. Installation Basics/Installation Planning/Cable Routing Cable Routing/Tools Required/Installation Procedure Troubleshooting TroubleshootingTroubleshootingTroubleshootingTroubleshootingTroubleshooting ANTENNA: The XM antenna is not connected to the XM tuner. UPDATING: Radio is being updated with latest encryption code. normally. NO SIGNAL: XM signal is too weak or blocked at the current location. LOADING: Radio is acquiring audio or program information. OFF AIR: • Check whether the XM antenna cable is attached securely. • Wait until encryption code has updated. Channels 0 and 1 should function • Wait until the car reaches a location with a stronger signal or • Wait until the car is in an area that has a clear view of the open sky. • Wait until the radio has received the information. The channel currently selected has stopped broadcasting. • Select another channel. “––––” or“––––––” The user has selected a Channel Number that does not exist or is not subscribed to. • The unit will revert back to the previously selected channel. or There is no artist name/feature, song/program title, or additional information associated with the channel at that time. • No action needed. 7 Installation Procedure AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), specification of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to an approved war 12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY Interface Adapter Cable (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor. ranty station or the Company at the address shown below. This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of the product, or to damage to speakers, accessories or electrical systems. Warranty does not apply to malfunction of satellite transmissions, repeater signals or audio systems or to damage caused by poor installation of the interface adapter cable. This Warranty does not apply to any product in the opinion of the Company that has been damaged through alteration, improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident, or by removal or defacement of the factory serial number/bar code label(s)....