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3 Thank you for purchasing the Audiovox Commander MT XM ® Satellite Radio System. You are one step closer to experiencing the latest innovation in XM ® Satellite Radio. XM ® Satellite Radio will revolutionize your vehicle or in-home entertainment.XM ® features over 170 digital channels — The most co...
Page 4 - receiver is connected.; FCC Information
4 FCC Information FCC Information FCC Information FCC Information FCC Information NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protection against harmful int...
Page 5 - Do not install the; Cautions and Warnings
5 Cautions and Warnings Cautions and Warnings Cautions and Warnings Cautions and Warnings Cautions and Warnings 1. Do not install the Commander MT Display Controller in a position that hinders your view through the windshield, or obstructs viewingof the dashboard indicators and displays. 2. Do not i...
Page 6 - Power Cable; CommanderMT; DIN Opening
6 Commander MT Receiver Components Commander Commander Commander Commander Commander MT Receiver Kit Components MT Receiver Kit Components MT Receiver Kit Components MT Receiver Kit Components MT Receiver Kit Components 12 Vdc Power Cable CommanderMT Display Controller Remote Control X M Mini-Tuner ...
Page 7 - Installation/Wiring Precautjions
7 Installation/Wiring Precautions Installation/Wiring Precautions Installation/Wiring Precautions Installation/Wiring Precautions Installation/Wiring Precautions 1. To prevent a short-circuit, be sure to turn off the ignition and remove the negative (-) battery cable prior to installation. Connect p...
Page 8 - Cabling Interconnections
8 Setting Up and Installing Y Setting Up and Installing Y Setting Up and Installing Y Setting Up and Installing Y Setting Up and Installing Your Kit our Kit our Kit our Kit our Kit NOTE: The XM ® signal can be received and processed virtually anywhere as long as there are no obvious satellite signal...
Page 9 - Interconnect Diagram
9 Cabling Interconnections Interconnect Diagram Interconnect Diagram Interconnect Diagram Interconnect Diagram Interconnect Diagram CommanderMT Display Controller DIN Opening Trim Bezel Interconnect Cradle with XM Mini-Tuner Power Cable with 2A In-line Fuse FM Direct Adapter XM Antenna To FM Antenna...
Page 10 - ON; position. A connection to a 12V source that is always on,; Ignition Switch Accessory/On-Off Positions; Antenna Installation; Where to locate; ACCESSORY; Important/Antenna Installation
10 2. Important! It is very important to make your power connection to a source thatonly supplies 12V when the vehicle key is in the accessory or ignition ON position. A connection to a 12V source that is always on, regardless of the key position, can lead to a battery drain if the Commander MT Syst...
Page 11 - Cable routing; Antenna Installation
11 Caution: 1. Do not install the antenna inside the vehicle passen-ger compartment. Mounting the antenna in the passen-ger compartment either on the from dashboard, or onthe rear window deck area will cause reception issuesand must be avoided. 2. Mounting the antenna on a non-metalic surface willal...
Page 12 - Tools required; Antenna Mounting Methods
12 • For antenna mounting locations at the rear of the roof, the antennacable can be routed into the vehicle through the trunk. Alwaysroute the cable under the weather seal near the lowest part of thetrunk to reduce possible water leaks. • Use pre-existing wiring channels created by the vehicle manu...
Page 13 - CommanderMT Display Controller Installation; Display Controller Installation
13 4. CommanderMT Display Controller Installation Be sure to locate your Display Controller below the top of the dashin your vehicle to keep the unit within easy reach while driving.Choosing a lower location in your installation should also make iteasier to manage the cables and achieve a more desir...
Page 14 - The; Using the DIN Opening
14 The Commander MT Display Controller can be installed using the DIN opening trim bezel or a snap-on mounting plate asshown below. The trim bezel permits in-dash or center consolemounting, while the mounting plate can be used with optionalcustom brackets, such as swivel or vent mounts. a. Using the...
Page 15 - Using the Snap-On Mounting Plate; To attach the
15 b. Using the Snap-On Mounting Plate To attach the Commander MT cradle to optional mounting devices that are readily available at retail, attach the snap-on mountingplate to the rear of the Commander MT Display Controller as shown below. Examples of Optional Aftermarket Mounting Alternatives Displ...
Page 16 - System provides an audio output signal in; Connection Options
16 5. Connection Options The Commander M T System provides an audio output signal in two ways: a. FM Direct Wiring - The FM direct adapter supplies a hard- wired FM output, provided the FM Frequency option of the XMMini-Tuner is turned on and tuned to an unused FM frequency. Interconnect Cradle with...
Page 17 - ROTATE DIAL TO SELECT; Off; FM frequency; Interconnect Cradle with XM
17 b. Low-Level Audio Output - For vehicle radio head units with auxiliary audio inputs, the audio signal can be routed throughan optional audio cable (Part No. SAT-RCA) and applied to theauxiliary inputs of a radio or entertainment system. In this case,to listen to the audio. the System Receiver FM...
Page 18 - Cable Routing and Component Installation; CRADLE
18 6. Cable Routing and Component Installation Once you have established power connections, DisplayController and antenna placement, and audio connection, routeall cables to the location where you will mount the InterconnectCradle. When you have plugged the power and antenna jacksinto the cradle, re...
Page 20 - Warranty; 2 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY; FM Satellite Radio
20 Warranty AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORPORATION (the Company) warrants tothe original retail purchaser of this product that should, under normal useand conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repairedor replac...
