XM Satellite Radio operations
XM Satellite Radio operations are available on
Set the remote control mode before operation.
• Select “XM” as the source.
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About XM Satellite Radio
XM Satellite Radio offers an extraordinary variety of
For U.S. customers, information about XM Satellite Radio is available online at www.xmradio.com. For Canadian customers, information about XM Canada is online at www.xmradio.ca.
For messages appearing on the display, see “Messages shown on the display while listening to
the XM Satellite Radio” ( 31).
Preparations
Make sure that you have the following items to enable you to listen to the XM Satellite Radio stations:
•The XM
•A subscription to XM Satellite Radio
How to subscribe
Hardware and required monthly subscription sold separately. Other fees and taxes, including a
For a full listing of the XM
To start subscribing, you need to have the XM Satellite Radio ID code. To find the ID code, see “How to find the XM Satellite Radio ID code” below.
•The following channels are available without subscription:
–Channel 0: For checking the XM Satellite Radio ID code
–Channel 1: “XM Preview” channel
Select “XM” as the source before starting subscription, and keep the source “XM” until subscribing is completed.
How to find the XM Satellite Radio ID code
Tune in to “Channel 0” to check your XM Satellite Radio ID code.
The
•To cancel the ID code display, select any channel other than “Channel 0.”
Finding the best position for the XM
You can place the XM
1 «Hold
Antenna Aiming display
2Aim the XM
•The signal strength value is from 0 (worst) to 4 (best).
•The most reliable reception is achieved when signal strength values are at least 3 on both Satellite and Terrestrial. Terrestrial coverage is available only in large metropolitan cities.
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