Audiovox XMCK20P XPRESS-R XM Satellite Radio Receiver and Car Kit Combo

Amazon Customer Reviews

(5 out of 5)

A Good Looking Unit that is Easy to Install and Easy to Use

Pros -
being able to view five different channels of audio simultaneously 30 minute buffer, being able to pause live radio
easy to read screen
several display options, large font, 5 channels, two channels, and normal full screen
easy to use out of the box, also very easy to install in your car
compatible with Altec Lansing speaker system (Altec Lansing XM3120)
Cons -
no color screen
not able to record individual songs

This is the fourth deck that I have owed since I have had XM Radio including the Roady XT, Inno, MyFi and I would have to say that the Audiovox Express R is worth purchasing if you like being able to view five different channels of audio simultaneously, while being able to pause live radio and having multiple ways that you can select to view the screen of the unit. It is very convenient for instance to be able to see two channels, the one that you are currently listening to and the channel that you previously were tuned to. Meaning that jumping back and fourth between two of our favorite channels is very easy because of the jump mode that is located on the dial.

In addition, it is convenient for the knob to be used as a dial as well as being used as a toggle that you can used to scan through all of the channels that XM provides. The screen is wide and easy to see whether it is day or night thanks to the automatic dimming feature that unit provides on the screen as well as for the buttons and the dial.

Some people believe that having a color screen on a satellite radio is imperative for it to be successful, but I really don't see that to be the case. Having owned the Inno for 6 months and using it at home, baseball games and in my car every day it grew annoying waiting for the graphics to load for the channel that you were trying to listen to when one of the songs that you selected as a Tune Select would come up. On this unit there is no waiting for the song to load, instead when you push the knob the song comes up very quickly without any lag time at all.

The Express R is really an impressive good-looking unit. With its glossy black body and its easy to read screen people really take note of it when they get in to my car. It's not too big to carry around, nor it is too small where the buttons would be hard to use when you're riding at 80 MPH down the freeway. The menus are very straightforward and most of the features on this unit can be used without reading the directions. Also, it is compatible with the Altec Lansing speaker unit, the same one that the Roady XT is used for. It really sounds great!

(5 out of 5)

Great radio with tons of features

First I want to say that this is my third and favorite XM receiver. I also want to point out that you will have to buy extra components in order to use the radio in the US. Finally I would like to point out that the unit comes loose quite often from the dock if you use the buttons on the unit; causing antenna to appear on the screen and halting the music/talk until the unit is re-attached. Other than that it is a great unit, that looks sharp, and has tons of features.

(5 out of 5)

Pleased so far

I just received my new xm xpressR satellite radio and had it hard wired into my year old Prius over the weekend. I am very satisfied with the sound, ease of use of this unit. I really did not want anything with a lot of bells and whistles. I think this unit will work well for me.
One month later: still very pleased. Makes my factory installed speakers sound very good. No problems.

(4 out of 5)

Not an easy user guide... good sound otherwise.

THis unit is a bit clunky. A lot of wires for the function. So here is my two cents of a review.

First, the round button is somewhat easy do use if you like doing things backwards. The button advances options by being rotated like a dial. This is ok when you get the hang of the display. The main display is oriented like a semi-circle. The knob just doesn't flow right like you think it would to select options.

Second, the user guide DOES NOT tell you that in order NOT to have static on the radio, you have to use both the secure connect and the antenna. When you look at the guide it say consult the secure connect manual... and there isn't one in the box.

In order for the unit to work you have to plug in the antenna and then plug the secure connect cable into the fat mid section of the antenna cord. Basically create a "T" connection. Then clip the secure connect cable to your antenna outside of your car. The antenna can be attached anywhere outside your car (magnet).

Select a station full of static first. Then sync the xm with that station using the options on the screen.

NOTE; THE ICON IN THE BOOK IS DIFFERENT ON THE MAIN MENU FOR THE SYNC OPTION. PICK THE ONE THAT LOOKS LIKE A CAR ON THE MIDDLE LEFT SIDE OF THE SEMI-CIRCLE (see above).

Also when you call in to activate your unit, you must be in a clear area not obstructed by anything (trees, buildings, bridges...). I sat in an open parking lot to get my signal. It takes 15 minutes to have all the stuff download. If it does not work call back and an automated operator can send you the signal.

ALSO, the box says that you will pay $9.99 if you register online and $14.99 if you register by phone. BUT, when you get online they try to tell you that it is a flat rate of $14. I called in to complain and they offered me $5 off and I was like nah I'll just send it back and they of course gave me the registration for $9.99.

Hope this helps. It took me two days to figure out all this by myself but I love my unit and I love the option of having my own selections for radio and not this garbage we hear on the regular ratio.

Not a bad buy. Watch the price, I got my unit for $30 so either try to search for the unit and see if there is another Amazon channel that offers this unit cheaper.

WPHEW!!

(5 out of 5)

Definitely worth the money, and a wonderful product.

I purchased this a week ago as a birthday present for my boyfriend. He loves it, and so do I.
It arrived in a timely manner, in intact packaging. I had a friend who installs car audio hook this up for me, and it only took the knowledgeable person about 20 minutes to do so.
The unit itself is not TERRIBLY sturdy/durable looking, and is plastic, but really, what are you going to be doing with it that it needs to be more sturdy than that?

The sound quality is great in the car - of course, this depends on your car's speaker system, but there is no hiss or feedback. With the instruction manual, it was easy to navigate using this thing, and get the hang of operation/programming.

All in all, a great product for 200 channels of commercial-free radio. I reccommend it, and the birthday boy LOVED it.