XM Satellite Radio operations

XM Satellite Radio operations are available on

TH-D70 only.

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 commercial-free music, plus the best in sports, news, talk and entertainment. XM is broadcast in superior digital audio from coast to coast. From rock to reggae, from classical to hip hop, XM has something for every music fan. XM’s dedication to playing the richest selection of music is matched by its passion for live sporting events, talk radio, up-to-the-minute news, stand-up comedy, children’s programming, and much more.

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” ( 36).

Preparations

Make sure that you have the following items to enable you to listen to the XM Satellite Radio stations:

•The XM Mini-Tuner system—XM Mini-Tuner and XM Mini-Tuner Home Dock antenna

•A subscription to XM Satellite Radio

How to subscribe

Hardware and required monthly subscription sold separately. Other fees and taxes, including a one-time activation fee may apply. 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 1- 800-XMRADIO (US residents) and 1-877-GET-XMSR (Canadian residents).

For a full listing of the XM commercial-free channels and advertising-supported channels, visit lineup.xmradio.com (US residents) and xmradio.ca (Canadian residents). Only available in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada.

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 8-digit (alphanumeric) ID code is displayed.

•To cancel the ID code display, select any channel other than “Channel 0.”

Finding the best position for the XM Mini-Tuner Home Dock antenna

You can place the XM Mini-Tuner Home Dock antenna optimally by checking the signal strength shown on the display.

1 «Hold

Antenna Aiming display

2Aim the XM Mini-Tuner Home Dock antenna to the direction at where you get best signal strength value—either “S” (Satellite) or “T” (Terrestrial).

•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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