Panasonic SC-AK450 XM Satellite Radio, Optimizing the XM signal reception, Manual

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XM® Satellite Radio

ENGLISH

DANSK

FRANÇAIS

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Introducing XM Satellite Radio

XM Satellite Radio is the provider of satellite radio with more than 6 million subscribers. XM offers more than 170 digital radio channels with music, talk, news, sports, comedy, traffi c and weather reports.

For more information, visit XM on the Web at

www.xmradio.com.

How to Subscribe

XM monthly service subscription is sold separately. XM Passport Mini-Tuner and Home Dock (includes home antenna) is required to receive XM service (sold separately). Installation costs and other fees and taxes, including a one-time activation fee may apply. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming are subject to change. Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated with an XL.

Channel blocking is available for XM radio receivers by calling 1-800-XMRADIO (1-800-967-2346). Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement are available at xmradio. com. XM service is only available in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada. XM Ready is a trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. © 2007 XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.

•To subscribe, visit XM on the Web at www.xmradio.com or call XM’s Listener Care at 1-800-XMRADIO (1-800- 967- 2346). You should have your Radio ID ready; the Radio ID can be found by selecting channel 0 on the radio.

TUNER /

Displaying the XM Satellite Radio ID

BAND

You can confi rm your XM Satellite Radio ID necessary for activating XM Satellite Radio as follows.

1

2 Press [TUNER/BAND] repeatedly to select “XM”.

“ANTENNA” blinks on the display if no XM antenna is detected.

3 Press [0] to select channel “0” to display the Radio ID.

“RADIO ID” is indicated in the display briefl y, followed by an 8-digit alphanumeric ID.

Optimizing the XM signal reception

The main unit has a signal strength indicator function that allows you to optimize the XM signal reception.

1

Press [TUNER/BAND] repeatedly to select “XM”.

 

Ensure the antenna is connected. (

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2

Press and hold [DISPLAY] until the XM signal

 

status is displayed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Signal strength:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

(strong)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

(good)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

(marginal)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

(weak)

 

Satellite signal

Terrestrial signal

 

0 (no signal)

3

Position the antenna for the best possible satellite

 

signal reception.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

As you position the antenna, the display changes

 

depending on the signal strength.

 

 

 

If the satellite signal is weak or not available, you can

 

optimize for the terrestrial signal (where available).

4

Press [DISPLAY] to return to the previous display.

Tips for optimizing reception

•To prevent interference with wireless equipment, place the antenna away from other equipment that emits radio waves (such as radio equipment and microwave ovens).

•Place the antenna near a south-facing window with an unobstructed view of the sky for the best satellite signal reception.

•Refer also to the operating instructions of your XM Passport Mini- Tuner and Home Dock.

TUNER /

Manual tuning

 

BAND

1

Press [TUNER/BAND] repeatedly to select “XM”.

2

Press [PLAY MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

 

Each time you press the button:

 

 

MANUAL

PRESET

3

Press [4, REW/ ] or [¢, / FF] to select a

 

channel.

 

 

 

Press and hold [4, REW/

] or [¢, / FF ] to scan

 

through quickly.

 

OR

Press the numeric buttons for direct access to an XM channel.

For two-digit channel, press [h]once, then the two digits.

For three-digit channel, press [h]twice, then the three digits.

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4 Record your XM Satellite Radio ID here for reference

Note:

•To avoid ambiguity, the letters I, O, S and F are not used in the ID.

•There is no sound output when “RADIO ID” is displayed.

XM channel 0 is for “RADIO ID” and channel 1 is for “PREVIEW”.

Note:

•You can enter a channel number between 0 to 255.

•If you enter a number that is not valid or select an unauthorized channel “XM – – –” is displayed and the previous channel is selected.

•If you change the play mode for XM, FM and AM play modes are also set to the newly selected play mode, vice versa.

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Contents CD Stereo System English Dansk Français Placement of speakers Handling of the disc trays and discsUse only the supplied speakers Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilingsGetting started English DanskPreparing the remote control EnglishDemo function Optional antenna connectionsRemote control Overview of controlsMain unit Refer to the numbers in parentheses for page referencePlay Mode function DiscsBasic play Changing multiple discs Multi ChangeAdvanced play Changing a single disc Single ChangeChecking the track information Program playTo cancel Advanced function onlyRepeat play Album /Track title searchCassette tape Play and record RecordingTPS Tape Program Sensor Other basic operationsManual tuning FM allocation settingSelecting a preset station FM/AM radioOptimizing the XM signal reception XM Satellite RadioDisplaying the XM Satellite Radio ID ManualMemory preset Channel presettingSelecting XM channels by CategoryTimer Setting the clockUsing the play or record timer Using the sleep timerSound adjustment External unitConnecting the Universal Dock for iPod Connecting and charging the iPodPlaying from the iPod Confirm your iPod connectionRemote control mode Compatible iPodRecording from an iPod Changing the main unitTroubleshooting guide Remote control SpecificationsDisc trays Limited Warranty only for U.S.A Customer Services DirectoryAccessory Purchases Service in Puerto RicoLimited Warranty only for Canada Product ServiceWarranty Service If YOU Ship the Product to a ServicentrePreparativos iniciales EspañolColocación de los altavoces Preparando el mando a distanciaFunción de demostración Controles Aparato principalMando a distancia Discos Cintas de casete reproducción y grabaciónReproducción básica Función de modo de reproducciónRadio FM/AM GrabaciónSintonización manual Temporizador Puesta en horaUtilización del temporizador de reproducción/grabación Selección de una emisora presintonizadaMaintenance When moving the unitFor a cleaner crisper sound cassette deck If the surfaces are dirty
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