Portable Satellite Radio Receiver User Guide Model TXM1020 Warning: This manual contains important safety and operating information. Please read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual. Failure to do so could result in personal injury, death, and/or damage to your Tao xm2go receiver, accessories and/or to your vehicle or other property.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference; and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The Tao xm2go Satellite Radio Receiver incorporates an FM transmitter and is therefore classified as an intentional transmitter.
In this User Guide Introducing Tao xm2go . . . . . . . .4 About Tao . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 About XM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Main Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Display Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 On the Flip Side . . . . . . . . . . . .10 What’s in the Box? . . . . . . . . . .11 Setting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Assembly . . .
Introducing Tao xm2go XM Satellite Radio signed up its first subscriber in 2001. With millions of XM subscribers and many successful models of car and home satellite radios, Tao and XM created together a personal and portable satellite radio that would be completely wireless—meaning you would have access to commercial-free music, sports, news, and talk whenever and wherever you want it. The dream has become a reality: introducing Tao xm2go, a truly portable satellite radio receiver.
About XM Radio One big idea can change everything. And XM Satellite Radio is one big idea: Radio to the Power of X®. America’s most popular satellite radio service offers over 150 digital channels of sheer variety: music, sports, talk, comedy, drama, news, traffic and weather, kids’ programming, and more.
Getting Started First, some important reminders Controls We know you’re eager to turn on your brand new Tao xm2go and listen to XM. Please take a moment to remember the following: Before you begin, take a moment to familiarize yourself with your Tao xm2go’s controls. Most basic functions can be accessed using the front panel buttons and the dial. More advanced features are accessed using the “menu” button and the dial. Warning: This manual contains important safety and operating information.
Main Controls Display – Backlit high-resolution LCD display IR lens – Aim your remote control here 2go button – Store up to five hours of XM programming using the “My XM” Time-shifting Memory Mode Power button – Press and hold to turn your Tao xm2go on and off Mode button – Switch between “live” XM and “My XM” Timeshifting Memory Mode Dial – Rotate to highlight a channel or menu option; push in to make selection, or press and hold for TuneSelect.
Remote Control Search button – Search by scanning presets or by scanning all channels Power button – Press to turn your Tao xm2go on and off 2go button – Store up to five hours of XM programming using the “My XM” time-shifting Memory Mode Arrow buttons – View channel categories (“Life”); skip to previous or next song (“My XM”) Jump button – Switch to previous channel Preset/direct button – Switch between direct channel entry or up to 30 presets Number keys – Enter a channel directly or select your favorit
Display Screen Lock indicator Listening mode – show current listening mode (“Live” or My XM”) Channel section mode – direct entry or preset banks A, B, or C Signal strength – 0 to 3 bars Channel name Alarm indicator Battery level and charging status Clock Channel number Artist name Song or program title Additional info – Volume/playback bars, Stock Ticker, and Info Extras 9
On the Flip Side Belt clip lock Battery door latch – Push inward to slide battery door open Headphone jack – Your ear buds or headphones plug in here Reset button Antenna jack – For use with an external antenna Battery compartment Universal connector 10 XM radio ID – Use this to activate your radio
What’s in the Box? Tao xm2go receiver Your Tao xm2go includes these components: Remote control Belt clip/stand Headphones Home antenna Protective case Home Stand Home power adaptor Rechargeable lithium ion battery Audio cable Vehicle power adaptor Cleaning kit Vehicle antenna Vehicle cradle Vent mount Cassette adaptor Flush mount Swivel mount (with extra adhesive pad) 11
Setting Up Assembly Insert the battery and assemble your Tao xm2go and its home stand as shown; plug the AC adaptor into an outlet. Let the battery charge for at least three hours. Important! You will need to fully charge your Tao xm2go battery for at least three hours to have sufficient battery power for portable use.
Connecting to a Stereo Plug the AC adaptor into an outlet. Connect the home antenna and connect the line out to either your home stereo or powered (PC type) speakers. Receiving the XM Signal Turn your Tao xm2go on by pressing the power button. You should be able to hear channel 1, the XM Preview Channel. If you do not, and the screen displays “NO SIGNAL,” try moving your Tao xm2go’s antenna to another location. Make sure the antenna points south, either outdoors or through a window.
Activating Your Tao xm2go Turn the dial to highlight channel 0, and press the dial into select it. You should see an 8-character XM Radio ID in the display. (The XM Radio ID should also be on your Tao xm2go’s package and under the battery.) Write the ID here: The XM Radio ID does not use the letters I, O, S, and F. Activate your XM Satellite Radio service by contacting XM at http://activate.xmradio.com or by calling 1.800.852.XMXM (1.800.852.9696). You will need the XM Radio ID and a major credit card.
Listening to XM Radio Changing Channels 1. Rotate the side dial to preview a list of channels. ▼ 2. When your desired channel is highlighted, press the dial in to select that channel. -OR2. Press the number keys corresponding to a channel number. For channel 8, press “8.” For channel 130, press “1,” then “3,” then “0.” ▼ 1. Press the “pre/dir” button until the word “DIRECT” flashes in the display. -OR1. Press the “ ” or “ ” buttons while in “LIVE” mode. You will see the channels organized by category.
Saving Favorite Channels into Presets Your Tao xm2go can store up to 30 of your favorite channels as presets. The presets are organized into three banks (A, B, or C) that each contain 10 presets. To Save a Channel into a Preset: 1. Tune to the channel using the dial or by entering the channel number. 2. Press the “pre/dir” button until “PRESET A,” “PRESET B,” or “PRESET C” appears in the display. 3. Press and hold a number key to save that channel into that preset.
Storing Song Information in Memory Ever hear a song and later forget the artist’s name or song title? Let your Tao xm2go remember it for you. To store a song’s information in memory: Press and release the “mem” button while the song or program is playing. Your Tao xm2go will beep to confirm. To recall a song’s information from memory: Press and hold the “mem” button until your Tao xm2go beeps and you see “Memory Recall” in the display.
My XM Time-shifting Memory Mode 2go: Store and Play Back Your Tao xm2go lets you store up to five hours of programming and play it back at a later time or where live signal reception is limited. Listen to XM wherever you are, whenever you prefer. To store by pressing one button: To play back: 1. Turn on your Tao xm2go and select a channel. 1. Press the ”mode” button. Your Tao xm2go switches from “LIVE” to “My XM” and will begin to play back from the beginning or where you last stopped or paused. 2.
Scheduling a Session You can set your Tao xm2go to store XM programming at a specific time using the “My XM” Time-shifting Memory Mode. 1. Press the “menu” button and use the dial to select “My XM.” 5. Set up the second session, if you desire. The combined time for both sessions should not exceed five hours in one day and the sessions may not overlap each other. Your Tao xm2go will advise you if either condition occurs, and will give you another chance to schedule the sessions. 2. Select “Schedule My XM.
My XM Time-shifting Memory Mode 6. You must turn off your Tao xm2go for the scheduled recording to operate. When the session starts, the display will show “Session 1 (or 2) Recording.” If your Tao xm2go is already on when the session is supposed to start, Tao xm2go skips the session and does not interrupt your listening. When the session starts, it writes over the oldest stored programs first, ensuring that you’re always listening to the freshest programming.
Making Your Tao xm2go Your Own You can easily adapt your Tao xm2go to the way you listen and use the satellite radio. You can change how the display appears, track stocks and other information, adjust your Tao xm2go’s audio output, and change how you use the display. 1. Press the “menu” button and use the dial to select “Set Audio.” Simply press the “menu” button, rotate the dial to highlight an option, and press the dial in to select. Your Tao xm2go guides you with instructions right on the screen. 3.
Making Your Tao xm2go Your Own TO CHANGE THE AUDIO LEVEL of the cassette adaptor, FM transmitter, or line-level audio output: 1. Press the “menu” button and use the dial to select “Set Audio.” Changing Display Information TO DISPLAY DIFFERENT INFORMATION ON THE SCREEN, press the “display” button to cycle through these options: 2. Select “Line Out Level.” Your Tao xm2go can detect when you’re using the FM transmitter or cassette adaptor and will make the appropriate changes to the settings. 3.
TO CHANGE THE APPEARANCE OF THE SCREEN, press the “menu” button and select “Change Display.” You can change the brightness and contrast, set how long the backlight remains on, flip the screen between positive (black characters on white background) or negative (white characters on black background) modes, and set the way the Stock Ticker and Info Extras appear on the screen.
Making Your Tao xm2go Your Own Make any FM radio an XM radio Your Tao xm2go contains a built-in FM transmitter that sends the XM audio signal to any nearby FM radio—home stereo, boom box, car radio, or marine radio. 1. Turn on your FM radio and turn off your Tao xm2go. Unplug any headphone or audio cable from your Tao xm2go’s headphone jack and any audio cables connected to the home stand or vehicle cradle. 2. You need to find an FM frequency that is not being used by any commercial FM station.
Stock Ticker With your Tao xm2go, you can track up to 20 stock symbols and see their prices and movements right on the screen.* To add a stock symbol: 1. Using the “menu” button and dial, select “Stock Ticker.” 2. Rotate the dial to highlight “Add Stocks” and press the dial in to select. 3. Rotate the dial to add each letter of the desired stock symbol. Press the dial in after choosing each letter.
Making Your Tao xm2go Your Own Direct Tune: Select Channels Faster Normally as you rotate the dial, you can preview what’s playing on other XM channels before you push the dial in to select a channel. To automatically tune to the channel without pressing the dial, you can set the following option: 1. Use the “menu” button and dial to select “Channel Access.” 2. Select “Direct Tune.” 3. Select “Direct Tune On.” (To return to the factorydefault method, select “Direct Tune Off.
Skipping Channels You can simplify the list of channels that you see when you rotate the dial. To skip over a channel: 1. Use the “menu” button and dial to select “Channel Access.” 2. Choose the “Channel Skip/Add” option. 3. You will see a list of channels. There is a “+” or a ““ in front of each channel. To skip a channel, highlight that channel and press the dial in to change the “+” to “-.” To add a channel, change the “-“ to a “+.” 4.
Using Tao xm2go at Home Turn off your Tao xm2go and your audio system. Connect your Tao xm2go to your audio system in either way illustrated below. If you use the home stand and connect it to a stereo, you must plug in the AC adaptor and home antenna. Your Tao xm2go’s audio output will not work if these are not connected. If you attach your Tao xm2go to powered speakers, adjust the audio level using the speakers’ volume control.
Aiming the Home Antenna Your Tao xm2go can help you aim the home antenna to pull in the strongest signal available. 1. Using the “menu” button and dial, choose “Antenna Aiming.” 2. Slowly turn and tilt the antenna. The signal bars on the display will change. Find the position that gives at least two bars on either “satellite” or “terrestrial.
Using Tao xm2go in Your Vehicle Because every vehicle is different, we can only provide some general guidelines. If you need help, consult a professional installer. 1. Decide which method (cassette adaptor, wireless FM transmitter, or wired connection) is best for your vehicle and location. 2. Always do a trial run before installing anything permanently. Temporarily connect all power, audio, and antenna lines.
For a neat, fully integrated installation, use an FM DIRECT ADAPTOR. We recommend that you consult a professional installer. Placing the Antenna The WIRELESS FM TRANSMITTER is the easiest and quickest way to hear XM programming in your vehicle. Simply set your FM radio and your Tao xm2go to the same frequency. Avoid crimping, twisting, or chafing the XM antenna cable. Try to use existing holes, body grommets, and other wiring channels.
Using Tao xm2go in Your Vehicle TIP: If you route the antenna cable through the trunk seal, use the lowest part of the weather seal. This should minimize any water leaks. TIP: If you use your Tao xm2go’s wireless FM transmitter, mount the XM antenna as close to your vehicle’s FM antenna as possible. The FM antenna may be a wire or metallic strip embedded in the windshield or rear window. TIP: Don’t install the XM antenna inside your vehicle or on a nonmetallic surface.
Mounting Your Tao xm2go on the Dash We’ve included three types of mounts to help you install your Tao xm2go in your vehicle’s interior. FLUSH MOUNT: Attach the adhesive pad to the back of your Tao xm2go’s vehicle cradle. Stick the vehicle cradle onto a flat surface in your vehicle, preparing the surface as described below. Do not install the mount on a leather surface. Doing so could permanently damage the surface. VENT MOUNT: Assemble the vent mount as shown.
Using Tao xm2go in Your Vehicle 1. Clean the mounting surface with the enclosed surface preparation kit. Allow to air-dry. 2. Clean the same surface with the alcohol prep pad. Allow to air-dry. 3. You may warm the adhesive pad using a hair dryer or the vehicle’s defroster. Place the swivel mount accurately since it will bond on the first try. 4. For best results, do not touch or apply any pressure to the vehicle mount for 72 hours.
Using Tao xm2go Anywhere Your Tao xm2go contains a built-in antenna that works best when your Tao xm2go receiver is upright and outdoors with an unobstructed view of the sky. Use the belt clip to hold your Tao xm2go in the proper position; laying your Tao xm2go down flat may weaken reception. TIP: If you carry your Tao xm2go in a bag or use it while exercising, you can lock the buttons and dial and prevent something from accidentally pressing the buttons.
Other Things You Should Know Care You should be able to take your Tao xm2go along with you during most of your daily activities. Still, you should remember: • Your Tao xm2go is not waterproof. Avoid splashing it with liquids and never submerge it. • Take your Tao xm2go with you when you leave your vehicle, especially on a hot day. Not only can you continue to enjoy XM programming, but you’ll also prolong the life of your Tao xm2go’s case, display, and battery.
Batteries gradually wear down and require longer charging times. When a battery no longer holds its charge, you should purchase a new battery. Always use authorized batteries and power adaptors. Replacement batteries and power adaptors can be ordered online at www.xmradio.com. To prevent injuring yourself or damaging your Tao xm2go, do not disassemble, crush, or puncture the battery. Never allow metal to touch the battery terminals.
Other Things You Should Know Troubleshooting Your Tao xm2go should provide you with trouble-free performance without needing any servicing. If it does not appear to be working properly, first try to remedy the problem by following these steps: 1. Attach all connections firmly and securely. 2. Make sure the battery is fully charged. 3. Reset your Tao xm2go by removing the battery cover and inserting a paper clip into the hole marked “RESET” at the upper left-hand corner of the case.
If you see this on the display… UPDATING Cause: Your Tao xm2go is being updated with the latest encryption code. You may have tried to tune to a channel that you have blocked or that you cannot receive with your subscription package. There is no power or your Tao xm2go shuts off quickly. You should… Simply wait a few seconds until the update is done. To receive that channel, contact XM Satellite Radio at 1.800.852.9696.
Other Things You Should Know If you see this on the display… You cannot tune to a channel. No song title or artist name displayed. No audio when listening through an FM radio. Audio has static while listening through an FM radio. Audio on XM Instant Traffic and Weather channels sounds different from other XM channels. 40 You should… Check that you have not chosen to skip that channel (see page 27). If the problem persists, contact XM Satellite Radio at 1.800.852.9696.
If you see this on the display… Your Tao xm2go’s controls do not respond. The display does not change or the backlight does not turn on or turn off. Battery level meter doesn’t match the charging or expected playback time. You should… Check whether the lock indicator is being displayed. If so, unlock the controls by pressing and holding the “mute/pause/lock” button until the lock indicator disappears (see page 7).
Other Things You Should Know Contacting Technical Support and Customer Service Technical Support is available at www.taolife.com or you can contact Tao Technical Support at 1.800.638.5048 from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time, 7 days a week. Antenna (home stand and vehicle cradle): 1 RF SMB connector Antenna (Tao xm2go receiver): 1 RF SSMB connector Power: 5 V, 2000 mA maximum current, positive polarity Technical Information DIMENSIONS Tao xm2go receiver: 4.5 in. H x 2.8 in. W x 1.2 in.
Warranty What Does this Warranty Cover? Subject to the exclusions contained below, Giant International Ltd. warrants the Tao branded electronic devices that it manufactures (“Products”), the Tao branded or certified accessories sold for use with these Products that it manufactures (“Accessories”) to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer usage for the period(s) outlined below.
Warranty PRODUCTS COVERED LENGTH OF COVERAGE EXCLUSIONS 3. Accessories included in the package such as charger cables, batteries. 3. Ninety (90) days from the date of purchase by the first consumer purchaser of the product. 4. The balance of the original warranty or for ninety (90) days from the date returned to the consumer, whichever is longer. Abuse & Misuse.
Warranty PRODUCTS COVERED LENGTH OF COVERAGE EXCLUSIONS Altered Products. Products or Accessories with (a) serial numbers or date tags that have been removed, altered or obliterated; (b) broken seals or that show evidence of tampering; (c) mismatched board serial numbers; or (d) nonconforming or non-Tao branded housings, or parts, are excluded from coverage. Communication Services.
Warranty How to obtain warranty service or other information? To obtain warranty service during the first thirty (30) days after the date of purchase, you must return the defective Product with the original receipt to the original place of purchase. To obtain warranty service during the first thirty (30) days for Products purchased from www.taolife.com and for all Products for the remainder of the limited warranty period, you must contact Tao by phone at 1.800.638.5048 .
www.taolife.com Giant International LTD. 3500 Lenox Road. Suite 630 Atlanta, GA 30326 Phone 1.800.638.5048 TAO and the TAO logo are trademarks of Giant International (USA), Ltd. Printed on Recycled Paper ©2005 Giant International LTD. All rights reserved. The XM name, xm2go, TuneSelect, and related logos are trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc.
