Sirius XM Radio SXEZR1 Onyx EZR User Manual

Sirius XM Radio Inc. Onyx EZR Users Manual

Contents

Users Manual

USER GUIDE
Dock & Play Radio
VEHICLE
KIT INCLUDED
EZR
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Table of Contents
Introduction ..........................................................................3
Features ..........................................................................................3
Safety and Care Information ........................................................................4
What’s in the Box? .................................................................................5
Onyx EZR Functions ...............................................................................6
PowerConnect Vehicle Dock ........................................................................7
Installation ...........................................................................8
Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio .............................................................8
Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna ..........................................................11
Step 4: Route the Antenna Cable ...................................................................13
Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect Power Adapter .......................18
Step 6: Connect the Audio .........................................................................19
Activation ...........................................................................24
Using Your Onyx EZR .................................................................25
Main Display screen ...............................................................................25
Navigation Basics .................................................................................26
Tuning to a Channel ...............................................................................28
Direct Tune ......................................................................................28
Viewing a Category ...............................................................................28
Scanning Channels in a Category ...................................................................28
Automatically Tuning Channels in Categories ........................................................29
Returning to the Main Display Screen ...............................................................29
Jump and Traffic/Weather .........................................................................29
Favorite Channels ................................................................................ 30
FM Presets .......................................................................................31
Display Screen Mode ..............................................................................31
Parental Controls .................................................................................32
TuneMix .........................................................................................35
Where Else Can You Use Your Onyx EZR? ................................................37
Configuring Your Onyx EZR ............................................................38
Radio ID .........................................................................................38
FM Settings ......................................................................................38
Jump Settings ................................................................................... 42
Display Settings ................................................................................. 43
Feature Settings ................................................................................. 44
Audio Level ..................................................................................... 45
Parental Controls ................................................................................ 45
Signal Indicator .................................................................................. 45
Auto Shut Off ................................................................................... 46
Factory Settings ................................................................................. 46
Restore Defaults ..................................................................................47
Demo Mode ......................................................................................47
Troubleshooting .....................................................................49
Product Specifications ................................................................51
Patent and Environmental Information ..................................................52
FCC Statement ......................................................................53
Copyrights and Trademarks ............................................................54
Owners Record ......................................................................55
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Features
Thank you for purchasing the XM Onyx EZR with Vehicle Kit!
SiriusXM Onyx EZR has these exciting features to enhance your overall experience:
•View artist or show name, song or program title and content or channel information on an easy-
to-read large high-resolution display
•Store up to 10 or your favorite channels for one touch access
•Create your own music channel that is a blend of your Smart Favorite music channels with
TuneMix™
•Easily lock and unlock channels with mature content
•Browse what’s playing on other channels while listening to the current one
•One-Touch Jump™ to the previous channel to which you were listening
•Listen in multiple vehicles, at home, in the office or outdoors - all with just one subscription
•Hear SiriusXM through your existing vehicle stereo with easy, do-it-yourself installation*
•Includes PowerConnect™ Vehicle Kit – add optional accessories for your home, outdoors, or
even vehicles.
•Store and easily access FM presets to optimize PowerConnect™ performance
•Works on the XM network
Please read the entire User Guide before using your Onyx EZR!1
*Requires an FM stereo or Aux In capability. Use the included Aux In cable if your vehicle has Aux In capability for best perfor-
mance. Will also work with cassette adapter (sold separately).
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Safety and Care Information
IMPORTANT! Self installation instructions and tips are provided for your convenience. It is
your responsibility to determine if you have the knowledge, skills, and physical ability
required to properly perform an installation. SiriusXM shall have no liability for damage or
injury resulting from the installation or use of any SiriusXM or third party products. It is
your responsibility to ensure that all products are installed in adherence with local laws
and regulations and in such a manner as to allow a vehicle to be operated safely and
without distraction. SiriusXM product warranties do not cover the installation, removal or
reinstallation of any product.
•Do not expose to extreme temperatures (above 140°F or below -4°F, or above 60°C or below
-20°C).
• Do not expose to moisture. Do not use device near or in water. Do not touch the device with
wet hands.
• Do not let any foreign matter spill into device.
• Do not store in dusty areas.
• Do not expose to chemicals such as benzene and thinners. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners. Clean with a soft damp cloth only.
•Do not expose to direct sunlight for a prolonged period of time, and do not expose to fire,
flame, or other heat sources.
• Do not try to disassemble and/or repair device yourself.
• Do not drop your device or subject it to severe impact.
• Do not place heavy objects on device.
• Do not subject device to excessive pressure.
• If the LCD screen is damaged, do not touch the liquid crystal fluid.
Warning!
•Opening the case may result in electric shock.
•If the liquid crystal fluid comes in contact with your skin, wipe the skin area with a cloth and
then wash the skin thoroughly with soap and running water. If the liquid crystal fluid comes into
contact with your eyes, flush the eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical
care. If the liquid crystal fluid is ingested, flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large
quantities of water, and induce vomiting. Seek medical care.
•Make sure that you insert the PowerConnect Power Adapter all the way into the vehicle’s
cigarette lighter or power adapter socket.
•If you are using PowerConnect as your audio connection option, it is advisable not to
insert a multi-outlet adapter into the same vehicle cigarette lighter or power adapter
socket to simultaneously power other devices. Some multi-outlet adapters can prevent the
PowerConnect feature from working properly.
•When using this product, it is always important to keep your eyes on the road and hands on the
steering wheel. Not doing so could result in personal injury, death, and/or damage to your device,
accessories, and/or to your vehicle or other property.
•Vehicle installation, service activation, and Radio configuration functions should not be performed
while driving. Park your vehicle in a safe location before beginning installation.
•This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
•Your device should be placed in your vehicle where it will not interfere with the function of safety
features, e.g., deployment of airbags. Failure to correctly place device may result in injury to you or
others, if the unit becomes detached during an accident and/or obstructs the deployment of an airbag.
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What’s in the Box?
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Onyx EZR Radio
Magnetic Mount Antenna
Antenna & Dash
Mount Alcohol
Preparation Pads
PowerConnect Power Adapter
Aux In Cable
PowerConnect™ Vehicle Dock Dash Mount
Screws (4)
Vent Mount and
Extended Vent Clamps
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Onyx EZR Functions
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Introduction
Power Button
Press to turn Radio on and off.
Left and Right Buttons
Press to search for channels by
category.
Up and Down Buttons
Press to preview and tune to
channels through the channel
lineup; also press to scroll
through lists and highlight
items in lists.
Menu Button
Press to access advanced features
and configuration options; when in
configuration options, press and hold
to return to main display screen.
Select Button
At the main display screen press
to display and dismiss the favorite
channel preview pane; press to
confirm selection of highlighted item
in a menu or list.
FM Button
Press to access and cycle
through FM presets; press
and hold to access FM
settings.
TuneMix Button
Press to begin TuneMix; press and
hold to add or remove channels from
TuneMix.
Jump Button
Press to go back to the
previous channel to
which you were listening;
press and hold to change
display screen mode.
Direct Button
Press to enter a channel number
using the number buttons and
directly tune to the channel.
Number Buttons
Press to tune to a stored
favorite channel; press
and hold to store a
favorite channel. Also
used to enter channel
numbers when the Direct
button is pressed.
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PowerConnect Vehicle Dock
Color-Coded Connections
The color-coded PowerConnect Vehicle Dock makes it simple to connect. Just match the colors on
the cable ends to the colors on the dock to see what goes where.
Rear View
ANT (Silver)
Connection for the
Magnetic Mount
Antenna.
AUDIO (Green)
Connection for Aux
In Cable or optional
Cassette Adapter
(sold separately).
PWR (Red)
Connection for the
PowerConnect Power
Adapter.
FM (Blue)
Connection for optional
FM Direct Adapter
(sold separately).
AUDIOANT PWRFM
Wire Guide
The PowerConnect Vehicle Dock has a wire guide at the top rear that can help you to organize the
cables and wires connected to the dock. If you need to bring a cable or wire from one side of the
dock to the other, utilize the wire guide by looping the cable though the wire guide as shown.
Wi
re Guide
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WARNING! DO NOT attempt to install Onyx EZR while driving. Park your vehicle in a safe
location before beginning installation.
Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio
When installing Onyx EZR in your vehicle, choose a location where it will not block your vision,
interfere with the controls, or obstruct the air bag. The location should be easily accessible and
provide good visibility of the display, and should not be located where it will be in direct sunlight,
which will affect the visibility of the display screen.
Several examples of Onyx EZR mounted in a vehicle are shown: A is the on dash method using the
Dash Mount, and B is the vent clip method using the Vent Mount.
A.
Option 4
B.
A.
B.
Option 3
Option
5O
ption 6
A.
A.
Option 1 Option 2
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Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount
Follow the instructions on the next several pages for the mounting method you have selected.
Installing the Adhesive Mount:
CAUTION! The adhesive used on the Adhesive Mount may be difficult to remove. Do
not install this mount on leather surfaces (contact your automobile dealership if you
are unsure about your dash surface), and make sure the air temperature is at least
60°F (15°C) during installation. If it’s not at least 60°F, turn on the heater in your
vehicle to bring the temperature up to 60°F.
1. Locate a flat surface for the Adhesive Mount. Make sure there is ample room for
the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and Onyx EZR Radio when installed.
2. Set the orientation of the Adhesive Mount before adhering it. Loosen the knob and adjust the
adhesive foot for the location you selected in “Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio” on
page 8.
3. The dock mounting plate can be tilted in different directions. Adjust as necessary for your
particular vehicle. When the orientation is correct, tighten the knob.
4. Attach the Adhesive Mount to the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock using the
4 provided screws.
5. Before you attach the Adhesive Mount to the dash, skip ahead and finish
the remainder of the vehicle installation so that the cables are attached
to the dock.
6. Once the cables have been attached to the dock, clean the mounting
surface in the vehicle with the alcohol preparation pad and let it dry
thoroughly.
7. Peel off the adhesive liner. Position, press, and hold the Adhesive
Mount in place for 30 seconds.
IMPORTANT!
Allow the Adhesive Mount adhesive to cure (dry) for a minimum
of 2-4 hours before using the mount. The best adhesion occurs after 24 hours.
TIP! To remove the Adhesive Mount, carefully lift the adhesive pad with your fingers or a
spoon. Warming the pad with a hair dryer for several minutes will help soften the adhesive.
Option 1
Option 3
Option 2 Option 4
Knob Adhesive Foot
Dock Mounting Plate
UDIO ANT FM
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Installation
Installing the Vent Mount:
IMPORTANT! To make the cable connections easier, wait until after you have connected
all the cables to the dock before you attach the Vent Mount to a vent.
1. Locate a vent with horizontal louvers sturdy enough to hold your
PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and Onyx EZR Radio.
2. If the vent louvers in your vehicle are recessed, you may need to use
the longer vent clamps with the Vent Mount. If so, remove the shorter
vent clamps and install the longer ones into the Vent Mount. Be sure to
observe the orientation of the vent clamps as shown, and replace both
vent clamps.
3. Attach the Vent Mount to the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock using the 4
provided screws.
4. Before you attach the Vent Mount to the vent, skip ahead and finish the
remainder of the vehicle installation so that the cables are attached to
the dock.
NOTE! For greater clarity, the next illustration does not show the dock
attached to the Vent Mount, however, the dock should be attached before
continuing.
5. Once the cables have been attached to the dock, push the Vent Mount onto the vehicle vent as
shown (1) until it hooks on the rear of the vent louver (2).
6. Rest the foot against the bottom of the vent (2), and adjust the tilt of the Vent Mount by
repositioning the foot to the other adjustment hole (3).
TIP! To remove the Vent Mount, push the mount into the vent. Then lift up until disengaged
from the rear of the vent louver, and remove the Vent Mount.
Extended Vent Clamps
Short V
ent
Clamps
Vent Mount
Rear View
Round End Orientation
Vent Mount Rear View
Slide Left Clamp
to
Hole in Center Pull Clamp Out
Towards Yo u
Insert Round End
of the Extended
Clamp in the
Center Hole
Slide Clamp to Left
to Complete
Installation Repeat to Replac
e
Right Clamp
Dash
Dash
PUSH
Dash
Vent
Louver
Vent Ve
nt
HOOKED
TILT
ADJUSTMENT
HOLES
FOOT
1 2 3
UDIO ANT FM
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Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna
Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna on the outside of your vehicle, on a horizontal surface that will
always face the sky. The antenna contains a strong magnet which will stick to any metal part of your
vehicle, but will not damage the vehicle.
To install the Magnetic Mount Antenna:
1. Choose the best location for your antenna considering your vehicle type. Pay
particular attention to any accessories that you may have like luggage racks and
how frequently you may use them.
Sedan/Coupe: We recommend mounting the antenna just above either the front windshield or
the back window as shown.
SUV: We recommend mounting the antenna at the rear of the roof as shown.
Convertible: We recommend mounting the antenna at the leading edge of the trunk as shown.
Pickup Truck: We recommend mounting the antenna just above the front windshield as shown.
IMPORTANT! Consult a professional installer if your vehicle roof or hood is non-metallic
(i.e., fiberglass), or you have difficulty finding a location for your antenna.
2. Clean the surface of the selected mounting location using the alcohol preparation pad and let it
dry thoroughly.
Magnet
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3. Place the antenna in the location you selected. Follow the Tips and Cautions shown below.
TIP! Mount the antenna on the roof (for most vehicles) or trunk (for convertibles) where
it has a clear view of the sky in all directions
.
CAUTION! Don’t mount
the antenna inside the
vehicle, for example, on
the dashboard.
CAUTION! Don’t mount
the antenna on any of
the vehicle’s front, back
or side pillars.
CAUTION! Don’t mount
the antenna close to a
roof rack. Adjust the rack
so it’s further away from
the antenna or move the
antenna closer to the
center of the roof.
CAUTION! Don’t mount
the antenna close to
another antenna. Mount
it at least 3 inches away.
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Step 4: Route the Antenna Cable
Before you begin routing the antenna cable, read these general instructions for how to route and hide
the antenna cable. Then route your antenna cable according to the step-by-step instructions which
follow for your specific type of vehicle.
Use care when routing the antenna cable into and through the vehicle interior, avoiding sharp objects
that can damage the cable. Keep the antenna cable away from moving parts such as gas, clutch,
and brake pedals, trunk and door hinges, and sliding seat brackets. Hide the antenna wire inside the
vehicle cabin by routing the cable under the carpet and behind plastic trim, toward the Tuner Module
location. Coil and secure any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet, using wire
ties (not included). CAUTION! Do not kink or sharply fold the antenna cable.
eed cable under
g
ound window
Tuck the cable under the
moulding around the window
Use a blunt plastic putty knife, a credit card,
a plastic knife, or a similar blunt tool to lift the
rubber window moulding
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Route cable out from under rear windshield
moulding and tuck int
o weatherstripping
ar
ound trunk opening
Pull weatherstripping
from trunk opening
Tuck cable into weatherstripping.
Route cable through we
atherstripping
several inches to avoid sharp bends
Pull cable out of weatherstripping
and route through trunk to cabin
Av
oid sharp bends by running cable through
we
atherstripping for several inches
Route cable out of window
moulding and into weather-
stripping around trunk opening
Bring cable out of weatherstripping and into trunk
Route cable along trunk
wall and into cabin through
gap or conduit, along e
xisting
wiring harness
Route cable along trunk
wall and into cabin
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Continue routing cable under
carpet or console to radio location
Coil excess
cable under
carpet or ma
t
Bring cable out
from trim
Pull carpet
or mat back
Bring cable out from trim
and route under carpet to
dashboard or console
Use a blunt plastic putty
tool
to lift edge of interior
trim and tuck cable
under trim. Continue
towards front of vehicle
Route cable from trunk
under interior trim, into
cabin and towards front
of vehicle
Route cable under
trim or upholstery
Continue routing cable
under trim or carpet
towards front of ve
TIP! Always be careful to include enough slack in your cable to accommodate open doors
or trunk lids. Use things typically found around the home, like electrical tape, to secure
cables in areas so that hinges do not pinch the cable with the door. Hide any excess cable
in the trim.
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Sedan/Coupe With Antenna Placed at the Rear of the Roof:
1. Feed the antenna cable from the antenna underneath the rubber molding around the rear
window. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the rubber molding around
the rear window and tuck the antenna cable underneath the molding. Route the antenna cable
around and down the window to the lowest point. If your rear window does not have rubber
molding, we recommend consulting a professional installer.
2. Route the antenna cable out of the window molding and into
the rubber weather stripping around the trunk opening. Lift the
weather stripping from the opening and tuck the cable inside
it, then replace the weather stripping. To avoid sharp bends in
the cable, run the cable inside the weather stripping for a few
inches, then remove the cable from the weather stripping inside
the trunk. Keep the cable away from hinges, gears, etc., that
could damage it.
3. Route the cable out from the rubber weather stripping and along the trunk wall. Continue
routing the cable into the vehicle cabin through a conduit or along an existing wiring harness.
4. Route the cable through the main cabin area under the interior trim, towards the front of the
vehicle. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the plastic trim just enough
to tuck the cable under underneath. Avoid side airbag locations on back pillars and above the
doors. Airbag locations are marked with “SRS” logos. Be careful not to crimp or cut the cable.
5. Bring the cable out from the trim near the front of the cabin and route it under the carpet
toward the dashboard or console. Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the
carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the excess cable with wire
ties (purchased separately).
6. Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location. Leave yourself
enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna connector of the dock.
7. Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect Power
Adapter” on page 18.
Sedan/Coupe With Antenna Placed at the Front of the Roof
1. Feed the antenna cable from the antenna underneath the rubber molding around the
windshield. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the rubber molding around
the windshield and tuck the antenna cable underneath the molding. Route the antenna cable
around and down the windshield to the lowest point.
2. At the lowest corner of the windshield, route the cable out of
the windshield molding and into the rubber weather stripping
around the door opening. Lift the weather stripping from the
opening and tuck the cable inside it, then replace the weather
stripping. Run the cable inside of the weather stripping to the
bottom of the door opening.
3. Pull the cable out of the weather stripping at the bottom of the door opening and route it under
the carpet toward the dashboard. Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the
carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the excess cable with wire ties.
4. Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location. Leave yourself
enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna connector of the dock.
5. Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect Power
Adapter” on page 18.
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Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)
1. Feed the antenna cable underneath the rubber weather stripping of the rear tailgate window/
door and route the cable along the rear hatch. Lift the weather stripping from the opening and
tuck the cable inside it, then replace the weather stripping. Pull the cable out from weather
stripping and route it into the cabin under the interior trim. Avoid hinges or gears that could
crimp or cut the cable.
2. Route the cable through the SUV’s main cabin area under the interior trim, towards the front of
the vehicle. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the plastic trim just enough
to tuck the cable under underneath. Avoid side airbag locations
on back pillars and above the doors. Airbag locations are marked
with “SRS” logos. Be careful not to crimp or cut the cable.
3. Bring the cable out from the trim near the front of the cabin and
route it under the carpet toward the dashboard or console. Coil
any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet,
keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the
excess cable with wire ties (purchased separately).
4. Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock
location. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect
it to the antenna connector of the dock.
5. Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect Power
Adapter” on page 18.
Convertible
1. Bring the antenna cable from the antenna into the trunk at the front edge of the trunk lid. Keep
any bends in the cable loose. Tape or tie the cable along the inside of the trunk lid to the trunk
lid hinge strut.
2. Allow enough slack in the cable so the trunk lid can easily open and close and keep the cable
away from hinges, gears, etc., that could crimp or cut it. Route the cable along the trunk wall and
into the cabin through a conduit or along an existing wiring harness.
3. Route the cable through the main cabin area under the interior trim, towards the front of the
vehicle. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the plastic trim just enough to
tuck the cable under underneath. Avoid side airbag locations on back
pillars and above the doors. Airbag locations are marked with “SRS”
logos. Be careful not to crimp or cut the cable.
4. Bring the cable out from the trim near the front of the cabin and route
it under the carpet toward the dashboard or console. Coil any excess
cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet, keeping it away
from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the excess cable with wire
ties (purchased separately).
5. Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location. Leave yourself
enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna connector of the dock.
6. Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect Power
Adapter” on page 18.
Pickup Truck
1. Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the rubber molding around the
windshield and tuck the antenna cable underneath it.
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2. Continue tucking the cable underneath the windshield molding around the windshield to the
lowest corner.
3. At the lowest corner of the windshield, route the cable out of the windshield molding and into the
rubber weather stripping around the door opening. Lift the weather stripping from the opening
and tuck the cable inside it, then replace the weather stripping. Run the cable inside of the
weather stripping to the bottom of the door opening.
4. Pull the cable out of the weather stripping at the bottom of the door opening and route it under
the carpet toward the dashboard. Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the
carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls. Secure the
excess cable with wire ties.
5. Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock
location. Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it to the
antenna connector of the dock.
6. Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and
PowerConnect Power Adapter” on page 18.
Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect
Power Adapter
1. Plug the Magnetic Mount Antenna into the silver ANT connector on the
PowerConnect Vehicle Dock.
2. Insert the PowerConnect Power Adapter into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter
or power adapter socket.
3. Plug the PowerConnect Power Adapter into the red PWR connector on
the dock.
AUDIOANT PWR FM
AUDIOANT PWRFM
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Step 6: Connect the Audio
To play XM audio through your vehicle’s stereo or FM radio, decide on one of the following audio
connection options:
•Option 1: Best: Use the provided Aux In Cable if your vehicle’s stereo system has an auxiliary
input connection or jack. Refer to your vehicle’s owners manual to find the location of the
auxiliary input jack, or consult the vehicle dealer.
TIP! The auxiliary input jack may be located on the face plate of the vehicle radio, on the
back of the radio, anywhere on the front dash panel, inside the glove compartment, or
inside the center console in between the front seats.
•Option 2: Better: Use a Cassette Adapter if your vehicle has a built-in cassette player. Cassette
Adapters are sold separately and can be purchased from an electronics retailer, or go to www.
siriusxm.com/accessories.
•Option 3: Good: Use the PowerConnect feature of Onyx Plus. PowerConnect plays the audio
through your vehicle’s FM radio.
•Option 4: Best: Use the FM Direct Adapter. If none of the previous three audio connection
options will work in your vehicle, then you will need to use the FM Direct Adapter (FMDA) (sold
separately). The FMDA needs to be installed by a professional installer and directly connects
Onyx Plus to your vehicle’s FM radio. To learn more, check with the retailer where you bought
your Radio, or go to www.siriusxm.com/accessories.
Follow the installation instructions in the next several sections for the audio connection option that
you have selected.
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Option 1: Aux In Cable Installation Instructions
1. Plug one end of the Aux In Cable into the green AUDIO connector on the dock.
2. Plug the other end into the auxiliary input jack of your vehicle’s stereo
system.
3. If you are using the vent mounting method, attach the Vent Mount to the
vehicle vent.
4. Insert your Onyx EZR into the dock.
5. Power on your Onyx EZR by pressing the Power button.
6. Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna has a clear view of the
sky. Verify that you are receiving the XM signal. There should be at
least two bars on the lower left corner of the main display screen that
denotes antenna signal strength. You can also press Menu and then
press down to scroll to and highlight Signal Indicator. Press the
Select button. The Satellite and Terrestrial bars show the strength of
the signal being received. If the signal reception is good, press and
hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
7. Ensure Onyx EZR is tuned to channel 1, the XM Preview channel. Upon
power up, Onyx EZR should tune to channel 1 by default, when it’s not
yet activated. If it’s not on channel 1, refer to “Tuning to a Channel” on
page 28 to learn about how to tune a channel.
8. Turn on your vehicle’s stereo system. Set it to play from the auxiliary
input source. You should hear XM channel 1 through your vehicle’s
stereo system. You are now ready to activate your Onyx EZR.
9. Go back to “Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount” on page 9
and finish installing the Dash or Vent Mount. Then the installation is
complete.
10.
The audio level output of Onyx EZR can be increased or decreased as necessary to match the
audio levels of other sources in your vehicle. Refer to “Audio Level” on page 45.
If the signal reception is good, showing at least two bars in the lower left corner of the display, but
there is no XM audio, be sure the vehicle’s stereo system is set to the auxiliary input source (step 8).
Also be sure that the audio level is set high enough to be heard (step 10). Refer to “Troubleshooting”
on page 49 for additional help.
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Option 2: Cassette Adapter Installation Instructions
1. Plug the Cassette Adapter into the green AUDIO connector on the dock.
2. Insert the Cassette Adapter into the vehicle’s cassette deck. You may need
to turn on your vehicle’s stereo system in order to do so.
3. If you are using the vent mounting method, attach the Vent Mount to the
vehicle vent.
4. Insert your Onyx EZR into the dock.
5. Power on your Onyx EZR by pressing the Power button.
6. Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna has a clear view of the
sky. Verify that you are receiving the XM signal. There should be at
least two bars in the lower left corner of the main display screen that
denotes antenna signal strength. You can also press Menu and then
press down to scroll to and highlight Signal Indicator. Press the
Select button. The Satellite and Terrestrial bars show the strength of
the signal being received. If the signal reception is good, press and
hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
7. Ensure Onyx EZR is tuned to channel 1, the XM Preview channel. Upon
power up, Onyx EZR should tune to channel 1 by default, when it’s not
yet activated. If it’s not on channel 1, refer to “Tuning to a Channel” on
page 28 to learn about how to tune a channel.
8. Turn on your vehicle’s stereo system. Set it to play from the auxiliary
input source. You should hear XM channel 1 through your vehicle’s
stereo system. You are now ready to activate your Onyx EZR.
9. Go back to “Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount” on page 9
and finish installing the Dash or Vent Mount. Then the installation is
complete.
10.
The audio level output of Onyx EZR can be increased or decreased as necessary to match the
audio levels of other sources in your vehicle. Refer to “Audio Level” on page 45.
If the signal reception is good, showing at least two bars in the lower left corner of the display, but
there is no XM audio, be sure the vehicle’s stereo system is set to the cassette source (step 4). Also
be sure that the audio level is set high enough to be heard (step 5). Refer to “Troubleshooting” on
page 49 for additional help.
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Option 3: PowerConnect Installation Instructions
1. If you are using the vent mounting method, attach the Vent Mount to the
vehicle vent.
2. Insert your Onyx EZR into the dock.
3. Power on your Onyx EZR by pressing the Power button.
4. Be sure the vehicle is outside and the antenna has a clear view of the sky.
Verify that you are receiving the XM signal. There should be at least
two bars in the lower left corner of the main display screen that
denotes antenna signal strength. You can also press Menu and then
press to scroll to and highlight Signal Indicator. Press the Select
button. The Satellite and Terrestrial bars show the strength of the
signal being received. If the signal reception is good, press and hold
Menu to return to the main display screen.
5. You’ll first need to find an available FM channel. An available FM
channel is one that’s not being used by an FM radio station in your
area. When you tune your FM radio to an available channel, you
should only hear static or silence – not talk or music. We recommend
one of the following methods to find an available FM channel:
a. Use the SiriusXM FM Channel Finder at www.siriusxm.com/
fmchannel. Go to the website and enter your zip code. The
Channel Finder will suggest a list of available FM channels in your
area. For convenience, write down or print out the list.
OR
b. Manually tune through your local FM channels on your vehicle’s
FM radio. Locate and create a list of channels that aren’t being
used by any FM radio station. Write down the list. Once you have
created your list of available FM channels, you will need to find the
one that provides the best match for Onyx EZR.
TIP! You’ll need to use the ‘Manual’ tune function on your vehicle’s FM radio to tune
through every FM channel one-by-one. Turn on your vehicle’s FM radio. Start at 88.1 and
use the ‘Manual’ tune function on your vehicle’s FM radio to tune through each FM channel
one-by-one (88.1 followed by 88.3 etc.) to locate channels that aren’t being used by a local
FM radio station. Write down each FM channel that has only static or silence on it, until
you reach 107.9.
6. Ensure Onyx EZR is tuned to channel 1, the XM Preview channel. Upon power up, Onyx EZR
should tune to channel 1 by default, when it’s not yet activated. If it’s not on channel 1, refer to
“Tuning to a Channel” on page 28 to learn about how to tune a channel.
7. Pick the first FM channel on your list from step 5. Turn on your vehicle’s FM radio (if you have
not already done so) and tune it to this FM channel.
8. Set your Onyx EZR to transmit on the same FM channel that you have selected in step 7:
i. Press Menu.
ii. Press to scroll to and highlight FM Settings and press the Select button.
iii. FM Channels will be highlighted. If it is not highlighted, press to scroll to and highlight FM
Channels. Press the Select button.
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iv. Press to scroll to and highlight the storage location FM 2 and
press the Select button.
v. Tune to the available FM channel you choose in step 3. Press and
to tune in steps of .2, i.e., 99.3 to 99.5. Press and to tune in
steps of 1, i.e., 99.3 to 100.3. Press the Select button to select the
FM channel.
vi. Start Using is highlighted. Press the Select button.
vii. The FM channel you selected will be confirmed on the display
screen. Onyx EZR will tune to the FM channel.
9. You should hear XM channel 1 through your vehicle’s FM radio. If you
are satisfied with the sound quality, the installation is complete. You
are now ready to activate your Onyx EZR.
10. Go back to “Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount” on page 9 and finish installing the Dash
or Vent Mount. Then the installation is complete.
11. If the selected FM channel doesn’t work well for you, work down the list of FM channels until you
find one with which you are satisfied. Each time, you will need to tune your vehicle’s FM radio to the
FM channel and then set your Onyx EZR to transmit on the same FM channel (steps 7 & 8).
If the signal reception is good, showing at least two bars in the lower left corner of the display, but
there is no XM audio, verify that both Onyx EZR and your vehicle’s FM radio are tuned to the same
FM channel (steps 7 & 8). Also ensure the chosen FM channel is a suitable one to use in your area
(step 5). Verify that nothing is plugged into the AUDIO connector on the PowerConnect Vehicle
Dock. Refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 49 for additional help.
Option 4: FM Direct Adapter (FMDA) Installation
The FMDA needs to be installed by a professional installer. Professional installation can help improve
your Radio’s reception and significantly reduce the visibility of wires. To learn more, check with the
retailer where you bought your Radio, or go to www.siriusxm.com/accessories.
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FM 2
FM 3
FM 4
FM 5
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You can follow either the general activation and subscription process or use the on-board activation
guide to activate your Onyx EZR and subscribe to the XM service.
General activation and subscription process:
Subscribe to the XM service by following these steps:
1. Make sure your Onyx EZR is turned on, tuned to XM Preview channel 1, and receiving the XM
signal so that you can hear the XM audio.
2. Make a note of the XM Radio ID. You can find it:
•by selecting Radio ID in menu items
•on channel 0 (zero)
•on a label on the bottom of the gift box
•on the label on the back of your Onyx Plus
NOTE! The XM Radio ID does not use the letters I, O, S, or F.
3. To subscribe:
•Online: Go to www.siriusxm.com/activatenow to access or set up an online account, subscribe
to the service, and activate your Radio.
OR
•By phone: Call 1-866-635-2349.
Activation usually takes 10 to 15 minutes after you have completed the subscription process, but may
take up to an hour. We recommend that your Radio remain on until subscribed. Once subscribed, the
Radio will receive and you can tune to channels in your subscription plan.
Press up or down to tune to other channels, and left or right to browse the different
categories of channels. Learn what all the buttons do by turning to “Navigation Basics” on page
26.
Activation guide:
For your convenience, Onyx EZR has an on-board activation guide. You can activate your radio and
subscribe to the XM service by using this guide, where you will be guided step-by-step through the
subscription process. To access and use the guide, simply follow these steps:
1. Turn Onyx EZR on and press the Menu button.
2. Activate Radio will be highlighted. Press the Select button.
3. Follow the directions on each successive screen until you complete the
subscription process.
*The phone number show above may
differ from the one shown on your
Onyx EZR. All numbers are valid.
1
866-635-2349
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Menu
Activate Radio
Radio ID
FM Settings
Jump Settings
Display Settings
Feature Settings
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Main Display screen
When listening to a channel, information about the channel and what is currently playing is displayed
on the screen.
The favorite channel preview pane can be toggled by pressing the Select button at the main display
screen. Press once to display the first five favorite channels, press again to display the second five
favorite channels, and press again to close the preview pane.
Program Title
or Talk Show Schedule
or Game Time/
Game Details
Channel Name
Channel Number
Favorite Channel
Talk Show Host
or Sports Teams/Score
Content/Channel Information
(present only when
metadata is available)
Signal Strength
Favorite Channel
108 Today Show Radio
Today Show Radio
Hoda and Kathie Lee
Call in now
Song Title
Channel NameChannel Number
TuneMix
Artist Name
Content/Channel Information
(present only when
metadata is available)
Signal Strength
32 The Bridge
Jim Croce
Operator (That’s Not the Way It Feels)
Lost Time In A Bottle
Song/Program Title
or Talk Show Schedule
or Game Time/
Game Details
Artist Name
or Talk Show Host
or Sports Teams/Score
Favorite Channel
Preview Pane
32 The Bridge
Jim Croce
Operator (That’s Not the W
Lost Time In A Bottle
Jim Croce
Operator (That’
Fav Now Playing
1
Rod Stewart
Every Picture T
2
Jimmy Buffett
Son of a Son of
3
Rainbow
Starstruck
4
Tame Impala
The Less I Kno
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Navigation Basics
Power Button
Pressing the Power button turns Onyx EZR On or Off.
Navigation Buttons
Pressing Left, Right, Up, and Down navigates through various features and functions of
Onyx EZR.
Left or Right button: Displays the channel categories such as Rock, Pop, Sports, Talk/
News, etc. Repeated presses cycle through the categories one at a time. Also, decreases or increases
the settings of various menu options such as Brightness, Audio Level, etc.
Up or Down button (press and release): Immediately tunes to the next or previous channel in
the channel lineup. Also, scrolls through lists and highlights an item in the list.
Up or Down button (press and hold): Continuously scrolls through any list. While on the main
display screen, continuously scrolls through the channel lineup and briefly displays the information of
each channel. When the button is released, Radio tunes to the last channel it had scrolled to in the
channel lineup.
Select Button
Pressing the Select button displays and dismisses the favorite channel preview pane at
the main display screen.
Pressing the Select button selects a highlighted item in a list and confirms settings.
Menu Button
Pressing Menu displays various options to make setup and feature changes. Pressing
Menu when in menu options returns to the previous menu option screen until menu
options is exited. Pressing and holding Menu returns to the main display screen in most
instances.
FM Button
Pressing FM provides easy tuning of FM presets for optimized PowerConnect
performance. Repeatedly pressing FM displays and cycles through the list of preset
FM channels one at a time. The Radio automatically tunes to the displayed FM channel.
Pressing and holding FM accesses the FM Settings menu. It is not available when Aux In
Cable or Cassette Adapter is used for audio connection.
Jump Button
Depending on how it is configured, pressing Jump either tunes to the previous channel
that was being played, or tunes to the channel broadcasting traffic and weather
conditions of a city of your choice which has been selected from a list of cities.
Pressing and holding Jump toggles the display screen between black background with
white text and white background with black text.
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Direct Button
Pressing Direct prompts for the entry of a channel number using the number buttons.
Once the channel number is entered, the Radio directly tunes to the new channel.
TuneMix Button
Pressing TuneMix puts the radio in TuneMix mode where the radio plays songs in a unique mix
from the music channels you have selected for TuneMix. Pressing and holding TuneMix displays the
TuneMix channel list where you can add or remove channels from TuneMix.
Number Buttons
Each number button stores a favorite channel in its button location and provides one touch access
to tune the channel. Number buttons also directly tune to a channel when the channel number is
entered after pressing Direct.
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Tuning to a Channel
Press and release and to immediately tune to the next or previous channel.
Press and hold and to quickly scroll through the channels. Release to tune to the channel that is
displayed.
Direct Tune
A channel can be tuned directly by entering the channel number using the number buttons.
1. To directly tune to a channel press Direct.
2. Use the number buttons 0-9 to enter the channel number and wait
until the channel is tuned, or press the Select button to immediately
tune to the channel. If you make a mistake while entering the channel
number, press to delete the number that was entered.
Viewing a Category
Channels are organized into categories to make it easier for you to find channels, such as Sports,
Country, Kids, Rock, etc.
In addition to the regular categories, there is special category for Favorite
channels. If you have saved favorite channels, when you press from the
main display screen the Favorites category is shown. Also, if you are tuned
to a favorite channel, when you press the Favorites category is the first
category shown.
To view categories:
3. To view channels in a category in a list press or .
4. Scroll through the channels in a category by using and to find the channel you want to tune.
Press the Select button to tune to a highlighted channel, or press or to view channels in the
previous or next category.
TIP! To briefly listen to each channel in the category, scroll to and highlight Scan at the
end of the category list and press the Select button. Refer to “Scanning Channels in a
Category” on page 28 to learn more about Scan.
Scanning Channels in a Category
You can scan a category and listen to each channel for 10 seconds as Onyx EZR automatically tunes
to each channel in the category. If you want to stay tuned to the channel being played and stop the
scan, just press the Select button.
To scan a category:
1. Press or until the desired category is displayed.
2. Scroll down and highlight the last item in the category which will be Scan and the category name.
Rock
The Bridge
Jim Croce/Operator (That’s Not the Way It
1st Wave
A-ha/The Sun Always Shines On T.V.
Korn/Freak On A Leash
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3. Press the Select button. The scan will begin.
4. Press the Select button to stop the scan and to continue to listen to the channel currently being
played, or press or or menu to return to the channel you were listening to before you began
the scan.
Automatically Tuning Channels in Categories
Onyx EZR can be configured to automatically tune channels when browsing a category list, when
you highlight a channel in the list and pause for a few seconds. This feature can be turned off so that
channels are not tuned automatically if desired.
To turn channel browsing auto select on/off:
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Feature Settings. Press the Select button.
3. Press to scroll to and highlight Channel Browsing Auto Select. Pressing the Select button will
toggle between On and Off.
4. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
Returning to the Main Display Screen
Pressing and holding Menu in most instances will return you to the main display screen. In some
instances, you may need to follow the instructions on the display screen.
Jump and Traffic/Weather
Depending upon how you configure the mode, pressing Jump will either go to the previous channel
to which you were listening, or go to the traffic and weather channel for the city of your choice,
which you select from a list of cities.
Pressing and holding Jump toggles the display screen between black background with white text and
white background with black text.
If Jump is set to Last Channel, pressing Jump will immediately tune to the previous channel to which
you were listening.
If Jump is set to Traffic/Weather, when you press Jump the channel with
the traffic and weather for the city you selected will be tuned. If the traffic/
weather broadcast of your selected city is not immediately available, a
message will be displayed at the bottom of the screen to indicate that a
jump is pending. Once the traffic/weather report is ready to be broadcast,
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Elvis Presley/You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Fee
E Street Radio
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Olympics/Good Lovin’
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xL Faction
Sum 41/Fake My Own Death
The Joint
Dalton Harris/You Will Know
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Jim Croce
Operator (That’s Not the Way It Feels)
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the Radio will automatically tune to the traffic/weather channel. Since a channel may broadcast
the traffic and weather reports of more than one city, you may have to wait a few minutes for the
broadcast of your selected city.
Pressing Jump while a traffic/weather jump is pending will cancel the jump. Pressing Jump after the
Radio has tuned to the traffic/weather channel will return back to the channel to which you had been
listening immediately prior to pressing Jump.
TIP! By default Jump is configured to tune to the previously tuned channel. To configure
Jump for traffic and weather and select a city, refer to “Jump Settings” on page 42.
Favorite Channels
You can select up to 10 of your favorite channels so you can easily tune to them. Each favorite
channel can be assigned to a number button.
To assign or replace a favorite channel to a number button:
1. Tune to the desired channel.
2. Press and hold a number button between 0-9 that you want to assign
to that favorite channel. An advisory with the channel number and
name will be displayed on the screen confirming that the channel has
been assigned.
3. If a favorite channel is already assigned to the number button, an
advisory will be displayed prompting you to replace the favorite
channel, or to cancel. Press the Select button to replace the favorite
channel, or Menu to cancel the replacement.
To listen to a favorite channel:
1. Press the number button between 0-9 that was assigned to the desired favorite channel. Onyx
EZR will tune to the favorite channel.
TIP! When you are at the main display screen, press to see your list of favorite channels.
Scroll to highlight a favorite channel and press the Select button to listen to that channel.
To erase all favorite channels:
All favorite channels which have been previously saved can be erased all-at-once.
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Feature Settings. Press the Select button.
3. Press to scroll to and highlight Erase all Favorite Channels. Press the Select button.
4. You will be prompted that all favorite channels are about to be erased. Press the Select button
to erase all favorite channels, or Menu to cancel.
5. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
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Set your vehicle radio to
the above channel to
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FM Presets
FM presets make it easy to quickly access stored FM channels and choose a new FM channel from the
saved presets.
FM presets are used when you use PowerConnect or the FMDA to listen to your Onyx EZR through
your vehicle’s FM radio. (Refer to “Option 3: PowerConnect Installation Instructions” on page 22
for more information.)
To use a different FM preset:
1. Press FM to display the current FM preset.
2. To display and select the next FM preset, press FM again. The Radio
will tune to the displayed FM channel. If the preset is the one you
want, press Menu or wait for the screen to time out.
3. Repeatedly pressing FM will cycle through the FM presets.
4. Set your vehicle’s FM radio to the same FM channel.
IMPORTANT! You need to ensure that your vehicle’s FM radio is tuned
to the same FM channel.
TIP! To configure the list of preset FM channels, you need to find
available FM channels in your area. Refer to ”Find Available FM Channels
in Your Area” on page 38. Next, refer to “Set and Select an FM
Channel” on page 39.
Display Screen Mode
The display screen on the Onyx EZR can be adjusted to display a black background with white text,
or a white background with black text.
To switch between display modes:
1. At the main display screen (when not in TuneMix), press and hold the Jump button until the
display screen changes mode. Repeat to toggle between the display screen modes.
The display mode can also be adjusted through the menu settings. Refer to “Display Settings” on
page 43.
32 The Bridge
Jim Croce
Operator (That’s Not the Way It Feels)
Lost Time In A Bottle
Black text on a white background
32 The Bridge
Jim Croce
Operator (That’s Not the Way It Feels)
Lost Time In A Bottle
White text on a black background
99.3
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Parental Controls
Onyx EZR has a parental control feature which allows you to lock access to individual channels, or
lock access to an entire category. A 4-digit lock code controls access to the locked channel or locked
category.
When you browse a category, the channel number and name of the locked
channel will be shown but not the artist and song/program information.
Instead, a lock icon and “Press Select to unlock channel“ is shown. If you
tune through the channels using and , the locked channels are skipped
and are neither displayed, nor tuned.
If you attempt to tune to a locked channel, either by using direct tune or through the category list,
you’ll be prompted to enter the 4-digit lock code. When the correct code is entered, you’ll be able to
tune to and listen to the channel. All locked channels become unlocked and remain unlocked until you
turn Onyx EZR Off and back On. In the category list, the previously locked channels will show an
unlocked icon .
To turn Parental Controls on or off):
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Parental Controls. Press the Select button.
3. If this is the first time you are turning on Parental Controls, Parental Controls will be highlighted.
Press the Select button. You will be prompted to select a 4-digit lock
code:
i. For each digit, press one of the 0-9 keys (or press or to select
digits and then press to advance to the next digit.) Press if you
need to go back and edit a previous digit.
ii. When you have selected all 4 digits of your lock code press the
Select button.
iii. The Lock Code Confirmation screen will be displayed. For your
records, write down the lock code you have selected. Press the
Select button. Continue with step 3.
If you had previously selected a 4-digit lock code you will be
prompted to enter your lock code:
i. For each digit, press one of the 0-9 keys (or press or to select digits and then press to
advance to the next digit.) Press if you need to go back and edit a previous digit.
ii. When you have selected all 4 digits of the lock code press the Select button.
4. At the “Parental Controls” screen, Parental Controls will be highlighted. Press the Select button
to turn parental control On (or press the Select button to turn parental control Off).
5. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
To lock or unlock channels or categories:
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Parental Controls. Press the Select button.
Rock
The Bridge
Jim Croce/Operator (That’s Not the Way It
1st Wave
A-ha/The Sun Always Shines On T.V.
Press Select to unlock channelPress Select to unlock channel
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Lithium
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Enter New Lock Code
00 0 0
Press Select to confirm
Lock Code Confirmation
Press Select to continue
Your Parental Lock Code is:
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3. You will be prompted to enter the 4-digit lock code. For each digit, press one of the 0-9 keys (or
press or to select digits and then press to advance to the next digit.) Press if you need to
go back and edit a previous digit.
4. When you have entered all 4 digits of the lock code press the Select button.
5. If Parental Controls is shown as Off, press the Select button to turn it On, otherwise continue
with the next step.
6. At the “Parental Controls” screen, press to scroll to and highlight Locked Channels. Press the
Select button.
7. A list of all the categories and the channels in each category will be displayed. Press and to
scroll to and highlight a channel or category you want to lock. Press the Select button. A lock
icon will be displayed to the left of the channel or category you locked.
To unlock a locked channel or category, simply highlight the locked channel or category and
press the Select button. The lock icon will be removed indicating the channel or category is
unlocked.
8. You can continue to lock and unlock as many channels or categories as you wish. When you are
finished, press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
To change your lock code:
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Parental Controls. Press the Select button.
3. You will be prompted to enter your existing 4-digit lock code. For each digit, press one of the
0-9 keys (or press or to select digits and then press to advance to the next digit.) Press
if you need to go back and edit a previous digit.
4. When you have entered all 4 digits of the lock code press the Select button.
5. If Parental Controls are shown as Off, press the Select button to turn it On, otherwise continue
with the next step.
6. At the “Parental Controls” screen, press to scroll to and highlight
Change My Lock Code. Press the Select button.
7. You will be prompted to enter a new 4-digit lock code. For each digit,
press one of the 0-9 (or press or to select digits keys and then
press to advance to the next digit.) Press if you need to go back
and edit a previous digit.
8. The Lock Code Confirmation screen will be displayed. For your
records, write down the lock code you have selected. Press the Select button.
9. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
Locked Channels Locked Categories
Locked Channels
The Bridge
1st Wave
Lithium
SiriusXMU
Alt Nation
Octane
Locked Channels
Pop
Hits 1
Venus
Pitbull
50s on 5
60s on 6
Lock Code Confirmation
Press Select to continue
Your Parental Lock Code is:
1234
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To listen to a locked channel:
There are two ways to tune to a channel which has been locked. The first is to directly tune to the
locked channel using Direct, and the second is to select the locked channel from a category list.
1. Directly tune to or select the locked channel:
To directly tune to a locked channel:
i. Press Direct and enter the channel number using the 0-9 keys.
To select a locked channel from the category list:
i. Press or to view the category list of the locked channel to which you wish to tune.
ii. Press to scroll to and highlight the locked channel. Press the Select button.
2. You will be prompted to enter your existing 4-digit lock code. For
each digit, press one of the 0-9 keys (or press or to select digits
and then press to advance to the next digit.) Press if you need to
go back and edit a previous digit.
3. When you have entered all 4 digits of the lock code, press the Select
button. If your lock code is correct the channel will be tuned. All
locked channels become unlocked and will remain unlocked until you
turn Onyx EZR Off and back On. In the category list, the previously
locked channels will show an unlocked icon .
Using Your Onyx EZR
Enter Parental Lock Code
00 0 0
Press Select to confirm
Channel 100 is Locked
Please Enter the Lock Code
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TuneMix
TuneMix plays songs in a unique mix from music channels you have pre-selected, allowing you to
build a blended channel from as few as three to as many as 18 music channels.
Tips for Obtaining the Best Experience from TuneMix
Before using the TuneMix feature, familiarize yourself with the following tips to help you obtain the
best experience from TuneMix:
•TuneMix plays songs which have aired on the music channels you have selected for TuneMix.
•The more music channels you select for TuneMix, the more songs
TuneMix will have to play. For best results, select a minimum of three
music channels.
•Certain music channels are not eligible for TuneMix due to the way in
which they are broadcast. These music channels are not included in
channel selection list for TuneMix.
To add or remove channels from TuneMix:
Before you use TuneMix, add a minimum of three music channels to use for TuneMix.
1. Press and hold the TuneMix button (or press Menu, press to scroll to and highlight Feature
Settings and press the Select button. TuneMix will be highlighted; press the Select button. Edit
TuneMix Channels will be highlighted; press the Select button.)
2. Press or to highlight a channel in the list and press the Select
button to add the channel for TuneMix. A selected channel will show
an X in the box to the left of the channel name.
3. You can also add all the channels in a category by selecting the
category name. When the category name is selected, all the channels
in the category will be shown as selected for TuneMix.
4. You can also remove a channel from TuneMix by highlighting a channel
already selected for TuneMix and pressing the Select button. The X in
the box to the left of the channel name will be removed to indicate the
channel is no longer selected for TuneMix. You can do the same for an
entire category.
5. You can select up to 18 channels for TuneMix. When you have finished
adding (or removing) channels, press and hold Menu to exit.
To listen to TuneMix:
1. Press TuneMix. TuneMix will begin to play and the TuneMix icon will be displayed on in the lower
right corner of the main display screen.
2. You can press or to skip back or skip ahead to the previous or next
song in TuneMix.
If you have not added any channels for TuneMix, or not have not added
enough channels for TuneMix, or some TuneMix channels are locked by
Parental Controls resulting in not enough channels for TuneMix to play,
the advisory, Not enough unlocked music channels have been saved for
2 Sirius Hits 1
Adele
Hello
Adele Live 2016
Edit TuneMix Channels - 1/18
Pop
Hits 1
Venus
Pitbull
50s on 5
60s on 6
Edit TuneMix Channels - 11/18
Pop
Hits 1
Venus
Pitbull
50s on 5
60s on 6
Not enough unlocked music
channels have been saved
for TuneMix
Select at least two music
channels
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TuneMix will be displayed. The TuneMix channel list will automatically be displayed so you can add
channels for TuneMix, or highlight a locked channel and unlock the locked channels so they can be
used in TuneMix.
To end TuneMix:
There are two ways to end TuneMix:
•If you want to end TuneMix and continue listening to the channel that TuneMix is currently
playing, press the Select button.
•If you want to return to the channel to which you were listening prior to TuneMix, press and
hold the Select button.
TuneMix will terminate if you tune another channel, if you press Jump, if you press TuneMix, if you
press the Direct button and select a channel, or if you tune to a traffic/weather report.
To erase all channels from TuneMix:
Rather than removing the channels that had been previously selected for TuneMix one-by-one, you
can remove all the previously selected channels at once.
1. Press Menu, press to scroll to and highlight Feature Settings and
press the Select button.
2. TuneMix will be highlighted. Press the Select button.
3. Press to scroll to and highlight Erase all Channels from TuneMix and
press the Select button.
4. You will be prompted to confirm that you want to erase all the
channels that have been selected for TuneMix. Press the Select button
to erase the channels, or press Menu if you do not want to erase the
channels.
5. If you selected to erase all the channels, the display will show 0/18
channels selected for TuneMix indicating that no channels are
currently selected for TuneMix.
6. Press and hold Menu to exit.
Edit TuneMix Channels
Erase all Channels from TuneMix
TuneMix
15/18
You have selected to erase
all the channels that have
been selected for TuneMix
Press Select to continue
or Menu to cancel
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SiriusXM offers a variety of accessories that allow you to adapt your Onyx EZR to your lifestyle and
enhance your listening experience. With these accessories, you can effortlessly take your Satellite
Radio listening experience from your vehicle to your home or office or on the go — all with a single
subscription.
In Your Home, Office, etc. – With a Home Kit, you can play your Onyx EZR through your existing
stereo system or powered speakers.
In Your Other Vehicles – With Vehicle Kits, you can enjoy your Onyx EZR in other vehicles.
In Almost Any Location You Like – With a portable Sound System you have the freedom to listen to
your Onyx EZR where and when you want, from your kitchen or den, to the office, to outside on the
deck, or at a picnic.
For more information on XM accessories or to purchase an accessory, please visit your local retailer
or www.siriusxm.com/accessories.
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Radio ID
Onyx EZR has an 8 character alphanumeric ID which uniquely identifies your Radio. This ID is used
during the subscription process.
To display the Radio ID:
1. Press Menu.
2. Radio ID will be highlighted. If it is not highlighted, press to scroll to
and highlight Radio ID. Press the Select button. The Radio ID will be
displayed.
3. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
FM Settings
Find Available FM Channels in Your Area
Before attempting any of the procedures below, you should park your vehicle in a safe location. Do
not attempt to set up your FM channels or any Onyx EZR function while driving.
PowerConnect allows you to listen to SiriusXM through your existing vehicle radio. You will first need
to find an available FM channel, which is a channel that is not being used by an FM radio station in
your area. When you tune your vehicle’s FM radio to an available channel, you should only hear static
or silence – not talk or music.
Once you have found an available FM channel, you’ll need to tune Onyx EZR and your vehicle’s radio
to the same FM channel to receive XM audio through your vehicle’s radio.
We recommend one of the following methods to find an available FM channel:
1. Use the SiriusXM FM Channel Finder
Use the SiriusXM FM Channel Finder at www.siriusxm.com/fmchannel. Go to the website and
enter your zip code. The Channel Finder will suggest a list of available FM channels in your area.
For convenience, write down or print out the list.
Tune Onyx EZR to a favorite XM channel (or to channel 1, if it’s not activated). Turn on your
vehicle’s FM radio. Pick the first FM channel on your Channel Finder list and tune the FM radio
to that channel. If you do not hear a local FM station broadcast, then tune Onyx EZR to the
same FM channel. (Refer to “Set and Select an FM Channel” on page 39.) You should hear
the XM channel through your vehicle’s radio. If you are satisfied with the sound quality, you’re
done! If this FM channel doesn’t work well for you, work down the list until you find an FM
channel that allows you to hear XM clearly.
OR
2. Manually tune through your local FM channels
Manually tune through your local FM channels on your vehicle’s FM radio. Turn on your vehicle’s
FM radio. Start at 88.1 and use the ‘Manual’ tune function on your vehicle’s FM radio to tune
through each FM channel one-by-one (88.1 followed by 88.3 etc.) to locate channels that aren’t
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Radio ID
Your Radio ID is:
12345678
Press Menu to exit
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being used by a local FM radio station. Write down each FM channel that has only static or silence
on it, until you reach 107.9. Once you have created your list of available FM channels, you will need
to find the one that provides the best match for Onyx EZR.
Tune Onyx EZR to a favorite XM channel (or to channel 1, if it’s not activated). Pick the first FM
channel on your list and tune the FM radio to that channel. Then tune Onyx EZR to the same
FM channel. (Refer to “Set and Select an FM Channel” on page 39.) You should hear the XM
channel through your vehicle’s radio. If you are satisfied with the sound quality, you’re done! If this
FM channel doesn’t work well for you, work down the list until you find an FM channel that allows
you to hear XM clearly.
NOTE! You may find an FM channel with static or silence that does not work with Onyx
EZR. It is possible that some type of inaudible interference is present that prevents
reception of the XM broadcast. Your only options are to use another FM channel or a
different audio connection method.
TIP! If you regularly drive from one location to another, such as your daily commute, you
may need to use different FM channels along your route for best performance. If this is the
case, we recommend saving the best FM channels as presets on your FM radio and Onyx
EZR. Then you simply select and match the best channel for the area you are in.
TIP! It will be much more difficult to find available FM channels in large cities than in most
suburban or rural locations. A direct audio connection using the Aux In Cable, Cassette
Adapter, or professional installation is your best solution if you drive in or near large
metropolitan areas.
NOTE! The SiriusXM FM Channel Finder relies on data from the Federal Communications
Commission. The data may not reflect the latest stations in your area. In addition, local
geography and weather conditions can impact reception, so your results may be different
from the list.
NOTE! The performance of FM radios are different, based on manufacturer and vehicle
style. Some may not work well with the type of FM transmitter used by Onyx EZR. This is
why we recommend a direct audio connection using the Aux In Cable or Cassette Adapter
if they can be used in your vehicle. Professional installation can also resolve almost any
performance issue.
Set and Select an FM Channel
Onyx EZR allows you to easily store (i.e., preset) up to 5 different FM channels. At any time, you can
select any one of these 5 FM presets to hear SiriusXM through your existing vehicle radio. Having a
choice of 5 FM presets also makes it easy to switch to the appropriate FM channel as you travel from
one area to another. Each FM preset is stored in its own storage location. You can easily add or edit
the FM preset in any one of the 5 storage locations.
IMPORTANT! Onyx EZR and the vehicle’s FM radio need to be tuned to the same FM
channel in order to hear the audio.
TIP! The FM 1 storage location is preset with FM channel 97.9.
To set and select an FM preset:
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight FM Settings and press the Select
button.
3. FM Channels will be highlighted. If it is not highlighted, press to
scroll to and highlight FM Channels. Press the Select button.
4. Press to scroll to and highlight the storage location (FM 1 to
FM 5) you want to set and press the Select button. You can choose
FM 1
FM 2
FM 3
FM 4
FM 5
97.9
99.3
100.3
_ _ _
_ _ _
current
FM Channels
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among the following options:
i. If the chosen storage location is empty (denoted by “---“), or if
the storage location contains the FM preset currently being used
(denoted by “current”), then the FM channel tuning screen is
displayed.
ii. If the chosen storage location has an FM preset that is not
currently being used, and you want to edit it, Edit Channel is
highlighted. Press the Select button. The FM channel tuning
screen is displayed.
iii. If the chosen storage location has an FM preset that is not currently
being used, and you want to start using it, press to highlight Start
Using and press the Select button. Skip to step 7.
5. Press and to tune to the desired FM channel in steps of .2, i.e., 99.3
to 99.5. Press and to tune to the desired channel in steps of 1, i.e.,
99.3 to 100.3. Press the Select button to select the FM channel.
6. If you are editing the storage location that has the “current” FM preset, skip to step 7. Otherwise,
Start Using will be highlighted. Press the Select button.
NOTE! You can also set an FM preset without having to start using it right away. Just press
Menu and exit the screen.
7. The chosen FM channel will be confirmed on the display screen and Onyx EZR will tune to that
FM channel.
8. Set your vehicle’s FM radio to same FM channel.
IMPORTANT! You’ll first need to find a suitable FM channel that is unused or available in
your area.
To quickly select an FM preset:
1. Press FM to display the current FM preset.
2. To display and select the next FM preset, press FM. Onyx EZR will tune
to the displayed FM channel. If the preset is the one you want, press
Menu or wait for the screen to time out.
3. Repeatedly pressing FM will cycle through the FM presets.
4. Set your vehicle’s FM radio to same FM channel.
99.3
Set your vehicle radio to
the above channel to
enable audio
103.7
Set your vehicle radio to
the above channel to
enable audio
99.3
Set your vehicle radio to
the above channel to
enable audio
Edit FM Channel 2
99.3
Press arrow keys to tune
and Select to confirm
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Turn the FM Transmitter On/Off
Turning the FM Transmitter On applies only if you are using the older model Vehicle Dock from the
Universal Xpress Car Kit, and plan to use SureConnect or FMDA as the audio connection option.
You’ll have to turn On the FM Transmitter under the FM Settings menu. However, before you can
access the FM Settings menu, you first need to disable AUX Detect. Refer to “AUX Detect” on page
46. Once you have disabled AUX Detect, the FM Settings menu will be accessible.
To turn the FM Transmitter On:
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight FM Settings and press the Select
button.
3. FM Transmitter will be highlighted. Press the Select button to toggle
the setting from Off to On.
4. The FM Channels menu item will now be accessible, allowing you to
tune Onyx EZR and the FM radio in your vehicle to the same FM channel.
TIP! Onyx EZR is programmed with FM channel 97.9 as the default setting.
To turn the FM Transmitter Off:
If you are using the older model Vehicle Dock from the Universal Xpress Car Kit, and plan to use
the Aux In Cable or a Cassette Adapter as the audio connection option, you’ll have to turn the FM
Transmitter under the FM Settings menu in Onyx EZR Off, if it was previously turned On.
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight FM Settings and press the Select
button.
3. FM Transmitter will be highlighted. Press the Select button to toggle
the setting from On to Off.
4. A warning message will be displayed advising you to connect the Aux
In Cable. Press the Select button to confirm that you want to turn off
the FM Transmitter.
5. Press and hold Menu to exit.
FM Settings
Set FM channel or press
Select to change setting
Set FM channel or press
Select to change setting
FM TransmitterJump Settings
FM Channels
on
FM Settings
FM Transmitter off
Set FM channel or press
Select to change setting
Connect an
Aux In Cable for audio
Press Select to confirm
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Jump Settings
The Jump button can be configured to jump back to the last channel to which you were listening to
previous to the currently tuned channel (default), or jump to the traffic and weather for the city of
your choice from a list of cities. When configuring for traffic/weather, you’ll also need to select your
city.
To configure Jump:
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Jump Settings and press the Select
button.
3. Mode will be highlighted with either Last Channel or Traffic/Weather.
If you want to change the mode, press the Select button. Otherwise,
just leave it as shown. (Repeatedly pressing the Select button toggles
between the choices.)
4. If you have selected Last Channel, press and hold Menu to return to
the main display screen. If you have selected Traffic/Weather continue
with step 5.
5. Press to scroll to and highlight Set Location and press the Select
button.
6. A list of cities will be displayed. Press to scroll to and highlight your
desired location and press the Select button.
7. The Jump Settings screen will display the location you selected. Press
and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
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Set Location
Disable
Atlanta
Baltimore
Boston
Chicago
Dallas / Fort Worth
Jump Settings
Set location or press
Select to change setting
Mode
Set Location
Traffic/Weather
_ _ _
Jump Settings
Press Select to change setting
Mode Last Channel
Set Location
Disable
Atlanta
Baltimore
Boston
Chicago
Dallas / Fort Worth
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Display Settings
Display Settings allows you to change the mode of the display screen, to adjust the brightness of the
display screen, and adjust the brightness of the buttons of Onyx EZR.
Display Screen
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Display Settings and press the Select button.
3. Press the Select button to toggle the display screen between white/black and black/white.
4. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
TIP! You can also change the display screen mode by pressing and holding the Jump
button.
Screen Brightness
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Display Settings and press the Select button.
3. Press to scroll to and highlight Screen Brightness and press the
Select button.
4. Press to decrease or to increase the brightness of the display.
5. Press the Select button to confirm the brightness setting.
6. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
Button Brightness
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Display Settings and press the Select button.
3. Press to scroll to and highlight Button Brightness and press the
Select button.
4. Press to decrease or to increase the brightness of the buttons.
5. Press the Select button to confirm the brightness setting.
6. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
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32 The Bridge
Jim Croce
Operator (That’s Not the Way It Feels)
Lost Time In A Bottle
Black text on a white background
32 The Bridge
Jim Croce
Operator (That’s Not the Way It Feels)
Lost Time In A Bottle
White text on a black background
Set Screen Brightness
Press arrow keys to adjust
and Select to confirm
Set Button Brightness
Press arrow keys to adjust
and Select to confirm
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Feature Settings
Feature Settings allows you to adjust TuneMix, set the audible beep on/off, set the channel browsing
auto select on/off, set text scrolling on/off, and erase all favorite channels.
TuneMix
Refer to “TuneMix” on page 41 for detailed information.
Audible Beep
Audible Beep turns on or off the beep that is heard when an advisory screen is displayed, or a traffic/
weather report is tuned, etc.
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Feature Settings and press the Select button.
3. Press to scroll to and highlight Audible Beep. Pressing the Select button will toggle between
On and Off.
4. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
Channel Browsing Auto Select
Refer to “Automatically Tuning Channels in Categories” on page 29 for detailed information.
Text Scrolling
When an artist’s name or a song title is too long to be completely displayed on the display screen,
the artist name and/or song title will scroll after a few seconds. This feature can be turned on or off
as desired.
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Feature Settings and press the Select button.
3. Press to scroll to and highlight Text Scrolling. Pressing the Select button will toggle between
On and Off.
4. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
Erase all Favorite Channels
Refer to “Favorite Channels” on page 30 for detailed information.
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Audio Level
The audio level of Onyx EZR can be adjusted when an audio connection is made between the dock
and the vehicle’s stereo system. Audio level is used to adjust Onyx EZR’s volume level to match the
volume of other audio sources you may use, such as a CD player, other FM stations, or an MP3 player.
Do not use the audio level as a volume control. Use the volume control on your vehicle’s stereo
instead.
To adjust the audio level:
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Audio Level and press the Select
button.
3. Press to decrease or to increase the audio level.
4. Press the Select button to confirm the new audio level.
5. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
Parental Controls
Refer to “Parental Controls” on page 32 for detailed information.
Signal Indicator
For best reception, your Magnetic Mount Antenna should have an unobstructed view of the XM
satellites. In large cities, there are terrestrial transmitters (ground repeaters) to help increase the
signal coverage.
Your Onyx EZR can display the received strength of the satellite and terrestrial signals being
received.
To display the signal strength:
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Signal Indicator and press the Select button.
3. The Satellite and Terrestrial bars show the strength of the signal being
received.
4. Reposition the antenna if you are having trouble receiving the signal.
Be sure your vehicle is outside with an unobstructed view of the sky.
5. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
Signal Indicator
Press Menu to exit
Satellite
-+
Terrestrial
-+
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Set Audio Level
Press arrow keys to adjust
and Select to confirm
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Auto Shut Off
Onyx EZR will automatically shut off after 8 hours of inactivity, i.e., when no buttons have been
pressed. This feature prevents the vehicle battery from being discharged if you forget to turn your
Onyx EZR off.
When Onyx EZR is about to shut off, an advisory will be displayed. If you
wish to continue listening, press any button to cancel the auto shut off.
To enable or disable Auto Shut Off:
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Auto Shut Off and press the Select
button.
3. Status will be highlighted. Press the Select button to toggle between
enabled or disabled for Auto Shut Off.
4. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
Factory Settings
The factory settings menu has two choices, AUX Detect and Restore Defaults.
AUX Detect
AUX Detect allows Onyx EZR to automatically detect a connection made
to the AUDIO connector of the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock by an Aux In
Cable or Cassette Adapter. AUX Detect is enabled by default.
IMPORTANT! If you are using the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock which
came with your Onyx EZR, AUX Detect should remain enabled.
If you are using the older model Vehicle Dock from the Universal Xpress Car Kit, and plan to use
PowerConnect or FMDA as the audio connection option, you will need to disable AUX Detect. Once
AUX Detect is disabled, you’ll have to turn the FM Transmitter On. Refer to “Turn the FM Transmitter
On/Off” on page 41.
To disable AUX Detect:
Do this only when using the older model Vehicle Dock.
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Factory Settings and press the
Select button.
3. AUX Detect should be highlighted and show as enabled. Press the
Select button to toggle the setting.
4. An advisory screen will be displayed. Press the Select button to
confirm that you want to disable AUX Detect, otherwise press Menu
Factory Settings
Press Select to change setting
AUX Detect
Restore Defaults
enabled
Press Select to disable
only if using old dock
from Universal Xpress
Car Kit
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Auto Shut Off
Started auto shut off
due to inactivity
Press any button to cancel
Auto Shut Off
Press Select to change setting
Status enabled
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to cancel.
5. If you want to cancel press Menu to return to Factory Settings. AUX Detect will remain enabled.
6. AUX Detect will show as disabled. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
To enable AUX Detect:
Do this when the Radio is transferred to the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock from an older model Vehicle
Dock.
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Factory Settings and press the Select button.
3. AUX Detect will be highlighted and show as disabled. Press the Select button again to toggle
the setting to enabled.
4. Press and hold Menu to return to the main display screen.
Restore Defaults
You can clear all of your personal settings, such as favorite channels, FM presets, etc., and return the
Radio to its original out-of-the-box settings.
To reset Onyx EZR to factory defaults:
NOTE! Restoring defaults permanently removes all personal settings.
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Factory Settings and press the
Select button.
3. Press to scroll to and highlight Restore Defaults and press the Select button.
4. An advisory screen will be displayed. If you are certain that you want to reset your Onyx EZR to
the default settings, press the Select button to confirm.
5. If you want to cancel, press Menu to return to Factory Settings.
Demo Mode
Your Onyx EZR has a demo mode that starts playing when, for a prolonged period of time (more
than 5 minutes), the Radio either detects it’s not connected to the antenna, or the antenna stops
receiving a signal. It disappears when the antenna is connected properly or when the Radio starts
receiving a signal. You can also exit demo mode at any time, by pressing and holding the Select
button for 10 seconds. If desired, you can also manually put Onyx EZR in demo mode.
The ability for Onyx EZR to enter demo mode is enabled by default. If you don’t want Onyx EZR to
ever enter the demo mode, you can disable the demo feature. You can enable it again at another
time if desired.
All settings will be erased
Press Select to confirm
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To enable or disable the demo mode:
1. Press Menu.
2. Press to scroll to and highlight Demo Mode and press the Select
button.
3. Status will be highlighted. Press the Select button to toggle the
setting between enabled or disabled. (Repeatedly pressing the Select
button toggles between the choices.)
4. If you have selected disabled, press and hold Menu to return to the
main display screen. If you have selected enabled continue with step
5.
5. Press to scroll to and highlight Enter Demo Mode and press the
Select button. The demo mode will start in 10 seconds.
6. To exit demo mode at any time, press and hold the Select button for
10 seconds.
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Your radio will enter
Demo Mode in 10 seconds
Press any button to cancel
Demo Mode
Status
Enter Demo Mode
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Onyx EZR has been designed and built to be trouble-free but if you experience a problem, try this:
•Check that all connections are firm and secure.
•Make sure the vehicle power socket is clean and free of corrosion.
•Make sure you have connected Onyx EZR as described in this User Guide. Verify that the
PowerConnect Power Adapter is plugged into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter or power adapter
socket, and that the LED on the PowerConnect Power Adapter is lit (on). If not, your vehicle
may need to be running to provide power to the socket.
If you see this on the screen: Try this:
Acquiring Signal •Make sure that the vehicle is outdoors with a clear view of the
sky.
•Make sure the Magnetic Mount Antenna is mounted outside of
the vehicle.
•Move the antenna away from any obstructed area. For example,
if you are parked in an underground garage, you should receive a
signal after leaving the garage.
Check Antenna Connection •Make sure that the antenna cable is firmly and securely plugged
into the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock. Make sure the cable is not
bent or broken.
•Turn Onyx EZR Off, then On, to reset this message.
•If the message persists, most likely the Magnetic Mount Antenna
cable has been damaged. Replace the antenna.
Channel Off Air •The channel you’ve selected is not currently
broadcasting. Tune to another channel.
Loading •Your Onyx EZR is acquiring audio or program information This
message usually goes away in a few seconds.
Updating •Your Onyx EZR is updating with the latest encryption code. Wait
until the update is done.
•You may be trying to tune to a channel that is blocked or
unavailable. Tune to another channel.
—•No program information, such as artist name, song title, or
channel exists.
If this happens: Try this:
You do not receive all the
channels to which you
subscribed
•Ensure that you have subscribed to the service by following the
steps in “Activation” on page 24.
•Go to www.siriusxm.com/refresh and follow the directions to
refresh your Radio.
•Call 1-866-635-2349 for further assistance.
Audio sounds too soft •Raise the volume of your stereo system or increase the audio
level of your Onyx EZR until the sound quality improves. Refer to
“Audio Level” on page 45.
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If this happens: Try this:
Audio fades or has static when
listening
•Check all cables for a firm and secure connection.
•If you are using PowerConnect to listen via your vehicle’s FM
radio, and the problem persists, it most likely is interference from
another commercial or broadcast FM station. You will need to
find an unused or available FM channel in your area. Refer to
“Find Available FM Channels in Your Area” on page 38.
•If you are using PowerConnect, and you cannot solve the audio
problem, try connecting the audio using the Aux In Cable or a
Cassette Adapter. (Refer to page 20 and page 21.) If you
cannot use those solutions, consider using an FM Direct Adapter.
(Refer to page 23.)
No audio when using
PowerConnect or FMDA
•Check that your Onyx EZR and your vehicle’s FM radio are tuned
to the same FM channel.
•For PowerConnect, ensure you are using the PowerConnect
Vehicle Dock and PowerConnect Power Adapter.
•If you are using the Vehicle Dock that came with the Universal
Xpress Car Kit, ensure that the FM Transmitter in Onyx EZR is
turned On.
No song title or artist name is
displayed
•The information may not be available or updates may be in
progress.
Traffic and Weather channels
sound different from other
channels
•These channels use a different audio technology than other
channels so they often sound different from other channels.
The demo is playing •Your Magnetic Mount Antenna is not connected or you are
not receiving the signal. Check that the antenna is connected
properly and is not obstructed.
•Press and hold the Select button for 10 seconds to exit Demo
Mode.
•You can disable Demo Mode. Refer to “Demo Mode” on page
47.
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System
Power Requirements: ...............................9-16 V DC, 500 mA (max)
Operating Temperature: .............................-4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C)
Audio Output: ......................................1.0 Vrms (max)
Onyx EZR Radio
Dimensions: .......................................5.0 in (W) x 2.7 in (H) x 0.72 in (D)
128 mm (W) x 68 mm (H) x 18.5 mm (D)
Weight: ............................................3.9 oz (111 g)
PowerConnect Vehicle Dock
Dimensions: ........................................4.0 in (W) x 2.6 in (H) x 1.2 in (D)
102 mm (W) x 65 mm (H) x 31 mm (D)
Weight: ............................................1.6 oz (46 g)
Audio Connector: ...................................1/8 in (3.5 mm) female
Antenna Connector: .................................SMB male
PowerConnect Power Adapter
Dimensions: ........................................3.7 in (W) x 1.7 in (H) x 1.3 in (D)
94 mm (W) x 43 mm (H) x 34 mm (D)
Weight: ............................................2.4 oz (69 g)
Input / Output: .....................................9-16 V DC / 5 V DC, 1.5 A
Cable Length: ......................................4 ft 7 in (1.4 m)
Vehicle Antenna
Type: ..............................................XM Magnetic Mount
Connector: .........................................SMB female, right angle
Cable Length: ......................................23 ft (7.0 m)
Aux In Cable
Connectors: ........................................1/8 in (3.5 mm) stereo male to
1/8 in (3.5 mm) stereo male
Cable Length: ......................................4 ft (1.2 m)
Product Specifications
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Patent and Environmental Information
Patent Information
It is prohibited to, and you agree that you will not, copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer,
hack, manipulate, or otherwise access and/or make available any technology incorporated in this
product. Furthermore, the AMBE® voice compression software included in this product is protected
by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights, and trade secrets of Digital
Voice Systems, Inc. The software is licensed solely for use within this product. The music, talk,
news, entertainment, data, and other content on the Services are protected by copyright and other
intellectual property laws and all ownership rights remain with the respective content and data
service providers. You are prohibited from any export of the content and/or data (or derivative
thereof ) except in compliance with applicable export laws, rules and regulations. The user of this or
any other software contained in a Sirius XM Radio Inc is explicitly prohibited from attempting to copy,
decompile, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate or disassemble the object code, or in any other way
convert the object code into human-readable form.
Environmental Information
Follow local guidelines for waste disposal when discarding packaging and electronic appliances.
Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
(Applicable to California, U.S.A.)
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Onyx EZR User Guide FCC Statement
The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Sirius XM Radio Inc.
can void the user’s authority to operate this device.
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.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the installation instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna of the affected receiver.
•Increase the separation between the SiriusXM equipment and the affected receiver.
•Connect the SiriusXM equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
affected receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING! The FCC and FAA have not certified this Satellite Radio Receiver for use in any aircraft
(neither portable nor permanent installation). Therefore, Sirius XM Radio Inc. cannot support this
type of application or installation.
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Copyrights and Trademarks
IMPORTANT NOTICE: REQUIRED SUBSCRIPTION
Hardware and subscription sold separately, and activation fee required. Other fees and taxes
may apply. Subscriptions governed by SiriusXM Customer Agreement; see www.siriusxm.com.
Service automatically renews into the subscription Package you choose (which may differ
from the Package which arrived with the Radio), for additional periods of the same length, and
automatically bills at then-current rates, after any complimentary trial or promotional period ends.
You must call us to cancel at 1-866-635-2349. Fees and programming are subject to change.
© 2017 Sirius XM Radio Inc. “Sirius”, “XM” and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM
Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. All other marks and logos are the property of their respective owners.
All rights reserved. Certain features depend on subscription package.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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Onyx EZR User Guide Owners Record
The Radio model number is located below and the XM Radio ID is located on the label on the back of
Onyx EZR.
Record the XM Radio ID in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your
dealer regarding this product.
Radio Model Number: SXEZR1V1
XM Radio ID:___________________________
Sirius XM Radio Inc.
1221 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10020
1.866.635.2349
siriusxm.com
© 2017 Sirius XM Radio Inc.
SXEZR1V1UG 170131a

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