XM Satellite Radio operations
Set the remote control mode before operation.
• Select “XM” as the source.
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About XM Satellite Radio
XM offers over 170 digital radio channels: the most
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
XM monthly service subscription sold separately. XM Mini- Tuner and Home Dock required (each sold separately) to receive XM service. Installation costs and other fees and taxes, including a
Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject to change. Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated with an XL. Channel blocking is available for XM radio receivers by calling
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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