XM Connect & Play Digital Antenna Receiver
Model: CNP1000
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The XM 'Connect-and-Play', is a revolutionary technology platform designed to integrate XM into a broad range of home and portable consumer electronics entertainment devices. By matching XM Ready audio systems with a simple, elegant antenna/receiver, getting XM becomes even easier for home audio listeners.
The Connect-and-Play antenna is a fully integrated XM receiver and antenna combination and is the only component needed to provide the full XM experience through any XM Ready home or portable audio system. Simply look for the XM Ready logo on the front of your system.
With this new technology consumers simply plug an XM Connect-and-Play home antenna into an XM-Ready audio product and activate the service to receive XM's 170-plus digital radio channels. No additional accessories or installation are required.
Features:
- Integrated XM Receiver and Antenna in one package The Only Accessory you need to get XM through your XM Ready system
- Connect-and-Play Works with any XM Ready Home or Portable Audio Product: Look for the XM Ready logo
- One simple connection is all that is needed - no power cords, audio cables, nothing.
- One of the lowest priced XM receiver on the market.
- 25' cable included
- 50' cable extension sold separately
- Specifications: 1.15 H x 3.03 W x 3.60 D. (inches) Weight: 5.8 Oz.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is XM Ready?
If a home entertainment product is labeled as XM Ready, it means that product has everything you need to play XM once you connect the XM Connect and Play antenna. No other accessories are needed.
What is the XM Connect-and-Play?
The XM Connect-and-Play is primarily an integrated antenna that contains core elements of both an XM antenna and an XM receiver in one discreet package. Supporting the antenna is a brand new technology platform, which creates a low-cost, standard interface for playing XM through a variety of consumer electronics products. Both elements make for an incredibly inexpensive and easy way to get XM through home and portable entertainment products.
How does the Connect-and-Play antenna work?
The Connect-and-Play antenna receives the XM signal, processes it and delivers crisp, clean digital audio to the system to which it is connected. You simply plug the single cable connection into an XM Ready audio system and activate the service. There is nothing else to do.
How does a manufacturer make their product 'XM Ready'?
The centerpieces of the technology are XM's 'Connect-and-Play' chip and data-port, a low-cost, mini-serial bus connector (Mitsumi part CAM-C16). For a low relative incremental cost, manufacturers of popular consumer electronics products can now add the XM 'Connect-and-Play' chip and data-port, making their device instantly 'XM-Ready.'
Is there a separate subscription required with the Connect-and-Play?
Because the Connect-and-Play is an XM receiver, it does require activation and a subscription fee, currently $12.95 per month if it is the first XM receiver on an account. Otherwise, as an additional receiver, service would be priced at $6.99 per month.
What other accessories do I need to make my XM Ready system work?
None. The Connect-and-Play antenna (with its standard 25-foot cable) is the only thing you need to get XM through your XM Ready system. Fifty-foot extension cables will be made available should a longer length of cable be desired for certain homes.
Why did XM develop the Connect and Play technology?
Our deep relationships with a variety of home audio manufacturers revealed the need for a more inexpensive solution for integrating XM across a wide variety of products. XM is at the leading edge of satellite radio receiver technology and was able to use our experience and know-how to develop yet another industry first. Acceptance of the technology is evident by the many manufacturers who have agreed to adopt the technology for their products in 2005 and 2006.
How is the new Connect and Play antenna different that the current XM home antenna?
The Connect and Play antenna is simply an XM home antenna with the XM chipset built in.
What products will the Connect-and-Play work with?
Any home audio entertainment product with the XM Ready logo on it should support use of the Connect and Play antenna. Note: The Connect and Play DOES NOT work with automotive systems, even those that say XM Ready. For more details on XM Ready automotive solutions visit our car bundle section.
Can I use the Connect and Play on the stereo receiver I just bought last month?
The Connect and Play antenna will only work with entertainment systems clearly marked with 'XM Ready' and/or the Connect-and-Play logo.
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