Other connections

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Switching the iPod controls1

You can switch over the iPod controls between the iPod and the receiver.

1 Press iPod CTRL to switch the iPod controls.2

This enables operation and display on your iPod, and this receiver’s remote control and OSD become inactive.

2Press iPod CTRL again to switch back to the receiver controls.

iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Using XM 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, standup 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 more information see About XM on page 59.

Connecting your XM Radio receiver

After purchasing an XM Mini-Tuner (sold separately), you will also need to activate the XM Radio digital radio service to receive broadcasts.

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XM Mini-Tuner

1Connect an XM Mini-Tuner to the XM IN jack on the rear of this receiver.

You will also need to activate the XM Radio service.

2Press XM (SHIFT+FM) to switch to the XM Radio input.

For best reception, you may need to move the XM Mini-Tuner antenna near a window (the southernmost window should produce the best results).

If after pressing XM the display shows Check XM Tuner, try disconnecting the receiver and tuner connections and then plugging them back in. If the display shows Upgrade XM Tuner, try disconnecting the tuner and connecting the XM Mini-Tuner. If the display shows Check Antenna, try disconnecting the tuner and antenna

connections and then plugging them back in.3

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Note

1You cannot use this function, when an iPod of fifth generation or iPod nano of first generation is connected.

2When this function is set, iPod images cannot be played on this receiver.

3You can check the strength of reception in Using the XM Menu (page 59).

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Pioneer XRB3089-A manual Using XM Radio, Connecting your XM Radio receiver, Switching the iPod controls1

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