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XM XAPV2 PowerConnect Vehicle Kit for the XMp3i | 
 enlarge | Brand: Audiovox
Category: CE
List Price: $49.99
Buy New: $34.64
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Rating:  4 reviews
Sales Rank: 1632
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 10.8
Dimensions (in): 22.2 x 6.3 x 10.8
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MPN: XAPV2
Model: XAPV2
UPC: 884720012037
EAN: 0884720012037
ASIN: B003DZ7ZU2
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Revolutionary SIRIUS | XM PowerConnect FM Transmitter works through the vehicle's radio with easy Do-It-Yourself installation. | | • | Includes PowerConnect Vehicle Dock, Magnetic Mount Vehicle Antenna, PowerConnect Power Adapter, Aux in Cable, Quick Start Guide and User Guide. | | • | Compatible with the XMp3i and the Pioneer XMp3 Radios. | | • | The color-coded vehicle dock makes it simple to connect. | | • | 1 Year Warranty |
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Product Description
XMP3I CAR KIT WITH POWERCONNECTACCS
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| Customer Reviews:
Simple to install. Works great. August 30, 2010
Mike Frerkes (Bettendorf, IA)
I am not the most mechanically-inclined indivdual on the planet, so the idea of installing an external antenna on the roof of my car and running a wire through the trunk to the dash was a little intimidating. However, the installation kit has everything you need to get the job done and its instructions were easy to follow. It only took me 15 minutes to get everything properly connected. I was very pleased with the end result. The sound quality from the PowerConnect FM transmitter was better than expected. It's so nice to have Live XM programming in my vehicle with absolutely no interruptions. In fact, I still had a reliable signal even when going under a large freeway overpass.
There is one gripe I have with this device, however. It requires that you run power to the dock at all times, even if your XMp3i is already fully charged. I tried running it without the power adapter connected and the XMp3i would not work very consistently. You'll probably want to invest in a 12-volt socket splitter if you run multiple devices (cell phone charger, GPS, etc.) on a frequent basis. Without a constant power source to the dock, you'll find it challenging to keep the XM receiver working. This is a minor complaint, but I don't understand why a fully-charged unit is not allowed to run off its own battery power.
The easy installation and included remote control make this kit well worth the price. Having the ability to take an XMp3i on the road now adds even more value to my Sirius/XM subscription.
 Lighter power adapter doesn't work in all cars, XMp3 PowerConnect car kit August 20, 2010
jr
Lighter power adapter is NOT universal. The cigarette lighter adapter that comes in this PowerConnect kit for the XMp3 doesn't work in my year 2000 BMW 3-series. It is too short and the shape is too thick. Other adapters I've had are tapered and longer. When I emailed XM 'Tech Support' - their only suggestion was to buy more equipment and see if anything else worked. XM user support has gotten awful.
 Has everything you need* and is easy to install. August 4, 2010
Douglas Waski (Boise, ID USA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
*If your car has an AUX jack, you are good to go! Otherwise, you will need an FM transmitter or another type of adapter to connect to your vehicle's radio. I already owned an FM transmitter so I was all set.
After receiving the XMp3i for my birthday, I ordered the car kit so I could enjoy satellite radio in my vehicle (2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer). The cable for the antenna is nice and long, so you can run it from your dash, all the way to the top/rear of the car, with a little leftover. All of the cables plug into the dock, so you can remove your XMp3i and hide it or take it with you without any hassle. It comes with a remote control, which I thought was silly at first, but after using it, I realized that it's much easier to use the remote when driving, than to use the buttons on the player. As long as you position the antenna like the instructions describe, the reception is just as good as a factory installed XM radio (I've had both).
It comes with two mounting methods (dashboard mount or clips for your air conditioning vent). If you use the adhesive dashboard mount, make sure you know exactly where you want it, since it only comes supplied with a single adhesive strip. Otherwise, you'll have to go buy some of those super-adhesive foam strips made by 3M. Certainly not a deal-killer, but a little annoying.
Overall, the car kit from XM was easy to install. Now I can listen to satellite radio on those long road trips! Hooray!
First Look July 23, 2010
David O. Dennett (Central Arkansas)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Installed this to replace an XpressRC kit. The mounting holes matched up, as did the antenna plug, so swapping out was simple stuff... Everything included you could want, stick on mount, screw on, and a/c vent mount. Even has a remote so the kids in the back seat can control the radio and drive you crazy. The units best feature is the power connect. It transmits the FM signal through the vehicle power system, which ultimately ends up transmitting INSIDE you in dash FM receiver, and provides great signal strength. Much better than the previous clip on the antenna kit. Works well, and is simple to install with a great quick install guide.
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