XM's CommanderMT receiver finally launches

It won't go down as the timeliest of launches, but the Audiovox-built CommanderMT that we peeked back at CES is finally up for grabs. The in-dash receiver was designed to operate with any AM / FM radio and sports a four-line display, jog dial, and the ability to "alert you whenever your favorite songs, artists, or sports teams are being played on another channel." Additionally, the Mini-Tuner compatibility ensures that you can take your XM subscription with you when you exit the vehicle, and while it may have lost some of its luster during the six months you've been anxiously waiting, interested consumers can snag one of their own "later this month" for $179.99. Continue on for a few in-car snapshots.

[Via Orbitcast]

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 10th 2007 10:18PM]

looks like a decent upgrade from the original Commander, but that first in-dash picture is a terrible spot for it...check out this pic. of my car W203 MB(same one in the pic.) but with the original XM Commander in a different location:

http://forums.mbworld.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=46711&stc=1

i can even close the cover if i want it hidden:

http://forums.mbworld.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=46713&stc=1

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 11th 2007 3:45AM]

I had the same installation back in 2002 for my MB SportsCoupe (in ashtray). I agree, terrible placement in that picture.

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 11th 2007 4:18AM]

XM ROCKS.

[Down8 Posted Jul 11th 2007 6:20AM]

From you earlier article: "...designed for folks looking to keep their existing head unit but add XM capabilities..."

Thus, not an "in-dash receiver".

-bZj

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 11th 2007 5:00PM]

Actually, it is an on-dash receiver, allowing you to add it to the existing installed receiver by placing it on an available space on the dash.