Sirius XM Radio XDPENT1 Sirius XM Satellite RX with FM Transmitter User Manual Onyx Users Guide

Sirius XM Radio Inc. Sirius XM Satellite RX with FM Transmitter Onyx Users Guide

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Onyx Users Guide

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3Table of ContentsIntroduction....................5Features ............................6Safety and Care Information . . . . . . . . . . .7What’s in the Box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9onyX Functions .....................10PowerConnect Vehicle Dock . . . . . . . . . . 11Vehicle Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio ............................14Step 2: Install the Dash or Vent Mount . 16Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna......................... 20Step 4: Route the Magnetic Mount Antenna Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect Power Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Step 6: Connect the Audio. . . . . . . . . . . 38Activation ................... 49Using Your onyX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51The Main Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Navigation Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Listening to Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . 55FM Presets........................ 60Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Colour Themes..................... 64Trim Rings ........................ 65Parental Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Where Else Can You Use Your onyX?..................75Configuring Your onyX . . . . . . . . . .77Radio ID ...........................78Find Available FM Channels in Your Area .............................79Set and Select an FM Channel. . . . . . . . 82Jump Settings.....................86Set Brightness.....................88Set Audio Level.................... 89Signal Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90Factory Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91Demo Mode ....................... 94Using the Vehicle Dock From the Universal Xpress Car Kit . . . . . . . . . . . 96Turn FM Transmitter On/Off. . . . . . . . . . 98Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . 107Patent Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109Environmental Information . . . . . . . . . .109Owner’s Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
4 5Introduction
6 7FeaturesCongratulations on your purchase of the onyX!The onyX has these exciting features to enhance your overall experience: • Large color display: View artist name, song title, and channel information on a colour display.• Customize your display: Choose the backlight colour theme that matches your mood or your vehicle dash lights.• Personalize your radio: Choose the trim ring that reflects your taste or complements your vehicle interior. • Improved audio connection options: Use either the included Aux In Cable, or the new PowerConnect technology to receive audio through your vehicle’s stereo system. • Enhanced real-time channel guide: Browse programs, artists, and songs playing on other channels, without having to change the channel you are on.• Favourite channel presets: Save and enjoy fast access to up to 10 of your favourite channels.• FM preset button: Store and quickly access FM channels that give you the best audio reception when using PowerConnect.• One-Touch Jump™: Directly access traffic or weather of the 20 most congested cities, or use it to go back to the previous channel to which you were listening.• Parental controls: Easily lock and unlock channels with mature content.Please read the entire user guide before using your onyX!IntroductionSafety and Care Information IMPORTANT! Always read and understand all the instructions to avoid injury to yourself and/or damage to your device. XM Radio Inc. disclaims all responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdown, repair, or other causes. • Do not expose to extreme temperatures (above 60˚C or below -20˚C, or above 140˚F or below -4˚F).• Do not expose to moisture. Do not use device near or in water. • 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.
8 9Warning!• 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.• Do not insert several devices into the same power socket.• Use the PowerConnect Power Adapter and Vehicle Dock away from water sources to avoid fire or electric shock.• Do not touch the device with wet hands. • When using this product, it is always important to keep your eyes on the road and hands on the 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 and radio configuration functions should not be performed while driving. Park your vehicle in a safe location before beginning installation.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.IntroductionWhat’s in the Box?23 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 directjumpFMmenu1onyX Radio PowerConnect Vehicle DockMagnetic Mount AntennaAntenna & Dash Mount Alcohol Preparation PadsPowerConnect Power AdapterAux In CableDash MountTrim RingsVent Mount and Extended Vent ClampsTrim Ring Removal Tool
10 11onyX Functions23 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 directjumpFMmenu1Power ButtonTurn radio on and off.Left and Right ArrowsSearch for channels by category.Up and Down ArrowsScroll through lists and preview channels; also highlight menu options.Menu ButtonAccess advanced features and configuration options; also press and hold to return to main display screen.Select ButtonPress to confirm selection for channel and menu items.FM ButtonAccess and cycle through FM presets.JumpDirectly access traffic and weather of the 20 most congested cities; or use it to go back to the previous channel to which you were listening.Direct ButtonPress first before entering the channel number, to directly tune to a channel.Number ButtonsSelect your favourite channels; also enter a channel number.Trim RingChangeable decorative Trim Ring.IntroductionPowerConnect Vehicle DockColour-Coded ConnectionsThe PowerConnect Vehicle Dock has colour-coded connectors to assist you in connecting the cables to the correct connector.ANT (Silver)Connection for the Magnetic Mount Antenna.AUDIO (Green)Connection for Aux In Cable or optional Cassette Adapter (sold separately). Rear ViewPWR (Red)Connection for PowerConnectPower Adapter. FM (Blue)Connection for optional FM Direct Adapter (sold separately).AUDIO ANT PWR FM
12 13Vehicle InstallationWire GuideThe 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.Wire GuideIntroduction
14 15Step 1: Choose a Location for Your RadioWhen installing the onyX 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 the onyX 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.A.Option 1 Option 2234567890directjumpFMmenu1234567890directjumpFMmenu1B.A.B.Option 3Option 4 Option 5234567890directjumpFMmenu1jumpFMmenu234567890direct1jumpFMmenu234567890direct1Vehicle Installation
16 17Vehicle InstallationStep 2: Install the Dash or Vent MountDepending on your situation, you can either choose to use the Dash Mount or the Vent Mount.IMPORTANT! When you install the chosen mount, do not attach the dock to the mount. All cables should be attached to the dock prior to connecting the dock to the mount.Installing the Dash Mount:CAUTION! The adhesive used on the Dash Mount may be difficult to remove. Do not install this mount on leather surfaces and make sure the air temperature is at least 15˚C (60˚F) during installation.1 Locate a flat surface for the Dash Mount. Make sure there is ample room for the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and onyX Radio when installed.2 Set the orientation of the Dash 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 14.•Option 1 & 3 should be oriented as I.•Option 2 should be oriented as II.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 Clean the surface with the alcohol preparation pad and let it dry thoroughly.5 Peel off the adhesive liner. Position, press, and hold the Dash Mount in place for 30 seconds.IMPORTANT! Once the mount is attached to the dash, let the adhesive cure (dry) for 24 hours before attaching the dock and radio to the mount.TIP! To remove, 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.Knob Adhesive Foot Dock Mounting PlateI II
18 19Vehicle InstallationInstalling the Vent Mount:1 Locate a vent with horizontal louvers sturdy enough to hold your PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and 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.3 Push the Vent Mount onto the vehicle vent as shown (1) until it hooks on the rear of the vent louver (2).4 Rest the foot against the bottom of the vent (2), and adjust the tilt of the Vent Mount by repositioning the foot to a different adjustment hole (3).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.PUSHDashVentLouverFootVent VentDash DashHOOKEDTILTADJUSTMENTHOLES1 2 3Slide Short Vent Clamps OutRemove End CapSlide Extended Vent Clamps In Replace End CapExtended Vent ClampsShort VentClamps
20 21Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount AntennaThe Magnetic Mount 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.Vehicle Installation 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 recommendmounting the antenna just above the front windshield as shown.2 Clean the surface of the selected mounting location using the alcohol preparation pad and let it dry thoroughly.Magnet
22 23TIP! 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.3 Place the antenna in the location you selected. Follow the Tips and Cautions shown on the next several pages.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.Vehicle Installation
24 25CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna close to another antenna. Mount it at least 7.5 cm (3 inches) away.Step 4: Route the Magnetic Mount Antenna CableBefore 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 instructions which follow for your specific type of vehicle.Feed cable underrubber mouldingaround windowTuck the cable under themoulding around the windowUse a blunt plastic putty knife, a credit card,a plastic knife, or a similar blunt tool to lift therubber window mouldingVehicle Installation
26 27Route cable out from under rear windshieldmoulding and tuck into weatherstrippingaround trunk openingPull weatherstrippingfrom trunk openingTuck cable into weatherstripping.Route cable through weatherstrippingseveral inches to avoid sharp bendsPull cable out of weatherstrippingand route through trunk to cabinAvoid sharp bends by running cable throughweatherstripping for several inchesRoute cable out of windowmoulding and into weather-stripping around trunk openingBring cable out of weatherstripping and into trunkRoute cable along trunkwall and into cabin throughgap or conduit, along existingwiring harnessRoute cable along trunkwall and into cabinVehicle Installation
28 29TIP! 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.Continue routing cable undercarpet or console to radio locationCoil excesscable undercarpet or matBring cable outfrom trimPull carpetor mat backBring cable out from trimand route under carpet todashboard or consoleUse a blunt plastic puttyknife or similar blunt toolto lift edge of interiortrim and tuck cableunder trim. Continuetowards front of vehicleRoute cable from trunkunder interior trim, intocabin and towards frontof vehicleRoute cable undertrim or upholsteryContinue routing cableunder trim or carpettowards front of vehicleVehicle Installation
30 31Vehicle Installation• 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 37.
32 33•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.Vehicle Installation5. Continue with “Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect Power Adapter” on page 37.•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
34 35the 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 37.•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 Vehicle Installationunder 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 37 .•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.2. Continue tucking the cable underneath the windshield molding around the windshield to the lowest corner.3. At the lowest corner of the
36 37windshield, 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 37.Vehicle InstallationStep 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect Power Adapter1 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.AUDIO ANT PWR FM OUTAUDIO ANT PWR FM OUT
38 39Vehicle InstallationOption 1: Aux In Cable Installation Instructions1 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 connection of your vehicle’s stereo system.3 Insert the dock into the mount.4 Insert your onyX into the dock.5 Power on your onyX 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 at least be one bar on the lower left corner of the main Step 6: Connect the AudioTo play audio through your vehicle’s stereo or FM radio, decide on one of the following audio connection options:• Option 1: Best: Use the Aux In Cable if your vehicle’s stereo system has an auxiliary input connection. 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 xmradio.ca/accessories.• Option 3: Good: Use the PowerConnect feature in the onyX. 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 the onyX to your vehicle’s FM radio.Follow the installation instructions in the next several sections for the audio connection option that you have selected.AUDIO ANT PWR FM OUT234567890directjumpFMmenu123 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 directjumpFMmenu1
40 41display 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.7 Ensure onyX is tuned to channel 1. Upon power up, onyX should tune to channel 1 by default, when it’s not yet activated. If it’s not on channel 1, refer to “Listening to Satellite Radio” on page 55 to learn about how to tune a channel.8 Turn on your vehicle’s stereo system. Set it to play input from the auxiliary input source.9 You should hear XM channel 1 through your vehicle’s stereo system. You are now ready to activate your onyX.10 The audio level output of the onyX can be increased or decreased as necessary to match the audio levels of other sources in your vehicle. Refer to “Set Audio Level” on page 89.If the signal reception is good, but there is no audio when tuned to channel 1, be sure the vehicle’s stereo system is set to the correct source, i.e., 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 102 for additional help.Signal IndicatorSATELLITETERRESTRIALVehicle InstallationOption 2: Cassette Adapter Installation Instructions1 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 Insert the dock into the mount.4 Insert your onyX into the dock.5 Power on your onyX 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 at least be one bar on the lower left corner of the main AUDIO ANT PWR FM OUT234567890directjumpFMmenu123 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 directjumpFMmenu1
42 43display 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.7 Ensure onyX is tuned to channel 1. Upon power up, onyX should tune to channel 1 by default, when it’s not yet activated. If it’s not on channel 1, refer to “Listening to Satellite Radio” on page 55 to learn about how to tune a channel.8 If you haven’t done so, turn on your vehicle’s stereo system. Set it to play input from the cassette source.9 You should hear XM channel 1 through your vehicle’s stereo system. You are now ready to activate your onyX.10 The audio level output of the onyX can be increased or decreased as necessary to match the audio levels of other sources in your vehicle. Refer to “Set Audio Level” on page 89.If the signal reception is good, but there is no audio when tuned to channel 1, be sure the vehicle’s stereo system is set to the correct source, i.e., cassette source (step 8). Also be sure that the audio level is set high enough to be heard (step 10). Refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 102 for additional help.Option 3: PowerConnect Installation Instructions1 Insert the dock into the mount.2 Insert your onyX into the dock.3 Power on your onyX 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 at least be one bar on 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. You are ready to make the audio connection.Signal IndicatorSATELLITETERRESTRIAL23 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 directjumpFMmenu1234567890directjumpFMmenu1Vehicle InstallationSignal IndicatorSATELLITETERRESTRIAL
44 455 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. To find an available FM channel:• 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.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 is tuned to channel 1. Upon power up, onyX should tune to channel 1 by default, when it’s not yet activated. If it’s not on channel 1, refer to “Listening to Satellite Radio” on page 55 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.NOTE! If you are using the Vehicle Dock from the Universal Xpress Car Kit instead of the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock which came with your onyX, you will have to disable AUX Detect. Refer to “Using the Vehicle Dock From the Universal Xpress Car Kit” on page 96 , and complete the additional instructions before continuing with the next step.8 Set your onyX 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, turn on the FM transmitter by highlighting FM transmitter and pressing Select.iv. Once the FM Transmitter is On, select FM Channels and press to scroll to and highlight the storage location FM2 and press the Select button.v. Tune to the available FM channel you found in step 7. 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 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 directjumpFMmenu190.1MATCH FM CHANNELSVehicle Installation
46 47to 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. The onyX 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, you’re done! You are now ready to activate your onyX.10 If the selected FM channel doesn’t work well for you, work down the list of FM channels until you find one that allows you to hear XM clearly. Each time, you will need to tune your vehicle’s FM radio to the FM channel and then set your onyX to transmit on the same FM channel (steps 7 & 8).If the signal reception is good, but there is no XM audio when tuned to channel 1, verify that both the onyX 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 102 for additional help.Option 4: FM Direct Adapter (FMDA) InstallationThe 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 xmradio.ca/accessories.Set your vehicle radio to theabove channel to enable audio.99.3 FMVehicle InstallationFM ChannelscurrentFM 1FM 2FM 3FM 4FM 597.9_ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ _
48 49Activation
50 51ActivationUsing Your onyX Before you can enjoy Commercial-Free Music, plus Sports, News, Talk & Entertainment, you need to activate your onyX.1 Make sure your onyX is properly installed and receiving the XM signal so that you can hear the audio on channel 1.2 Make a note of your XM Radio ID. You can find it on channel 0, on a label on the bottom of the gift box, and on the label on the back of your onyX.NOTE! The XM Radio ID does not use the letters I, O, S, or F.3 Activate your service: •Online: Go to www.xmradio.ca and click on “ACTIVATE RADIO” in the top right corner OR•By phone: Call 1-877-GET-XMSR (1-877-438-9677)TIP! You can follow the built in activation wizard in your onyX. If your radio has not been activated, press menu and the first item in the list will be Activate Radio. Press the Select button. A series of screens will guide you through the activation process. Follow the instructions on each screen. Press the Select button to advance to the next screen, or menu to cancel and return to the main display screen.4 When your service is activated, your onyX will receive all channels to which you have subscribed. At this time, if you press or , you can scroll and tune other channels. Activation usually takes 10 to 15 minutes, but may take up to an hour. We recommend that your radio remain on until activated.WelcomeThe next few screens will help you activate your satellite radio. Please press Select to continue with the activation of your radio,or press menu to cancelactivation at this time.Press Select to continue
52 53Using Your onyXThe Main DisplayWhen listening to a channel, information about the channel is displayed.Smashing PumpkinsBullet With Butterfly Wings54 LithiumAntenna SignalStrengthChannel Number Channel NameArtist Nameor Talk Show Hostor Sports Teams/ScoreSong Titleor Talk Show Scheduleor Game Time/Game DetailsNavigation BasicsPower ButtonPressing the Power button turns the onyX On or Off.Navigation ButtonsUse the Left, Right, Up, and Down buttons to navigate through various features and functions of onyX.• Left or Right button: Displays the channel categories such as Rock, Pop, Sports, Talk/New etc. Repeated presses cycle through the categories one at a time. 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. 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 ButtonThe Select button selects a highlighted item in a list and confirms settings.
54 55Using Your onyXMenu ButtonPressing 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 ButtonProvides 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 channel broadcasting traffic and weather conditions of the 20 most congested cities, or tunes to the previous channel that was being played.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.Number Buttons Each number button stores a favourite channel in its button location and provides one touch access to it afterward. Number buttons also directly tune to a channel when the channel number is entered after pressing direct.menuFMjumpdirect1 0...Listening to Satellite RadioTune a channel: 1 Press and release and to immediately tune to the next or previous channel.2 Press and hold and to quickly scroll through the channels. Release to tune to the channel that is displayed.View a category:Channels are organized into categories to make it easier for you to find the ones that suit your taste. To view a category press or .1 Scroll through the category using and , and find the channel you want. 2 Press the Select button to select the channel, or press or for 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 59 to learn more about Scan.RockLithiumFiona Apple/Fast As YouKen Boothe/Freedom StrString Cheese In/Round T54Margaritaville55Jam_ON56
56 57Direct TuneA channel can be tuned directly by entering the channel number using the number buttons. 1 To directly tune a channel press direct.Direct TuneEnter channel #6 2 _2 Use the number buttons 0-9 to enter the channel number and wait a moment until the channel is tuned, or press the Select button to immediately tune to the channel.Using Your onyXJumpDepending upon how you configure the mode, jump will either go to the traffic and weather channel for the 20 most congested cities, or go to the last channel to which you were listening.TIP! By default jump is configured to tune to a traffic/weather channel. To select a city for traffic and weather, or to configure jump to tune to the last channel listened to, refer to “Jump Settings” on page 86.Return to Main Display ScreenPressing and holding menu in most instances will return you to the main display screen. In some cases, you may need to follow the instructions on the display screen.
58 59Using Your onyXFavourite ChannelsYou can set up to 10 of your favourite channels so you can easily access them. Each favourite channel can be assigned to a number button. To assign a favourite channel to a number button:1 Tune to the desired channel. 2 Press and hold the number button 0-9 you want to assign to that favourite channel. To listen to a favourite channel: 1 Press the number button 0-9 that was assigned to the desired favourite channel. TIP! When you are at the main display screen, press to see your list of favourite channels. Scroll to highlight a favourite and press the Select button to listen to that channel.Favorite Saved26 The Pulsesaved asFavorite 1Scanning Channels in a CategoryYou can scan a category and listen to each channel for 10 seconds before the next channel is automatically tuned. 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 to highlight the last item in the category which will be Scan and the category name.3 Press the Select button. The scan will begin.4 Press the Select button to stop the scan, and continue to listen to the channel currently being played, or press or to return to the channel you were listening to before you began the scan.PopBBC Radio 1Green Day/American IdioDavid Archuleta/Crush (’29Pop2K 30Scan Pop>Scanning70s on 7Bee Gees/You Should BeThe Hooters/And We DanOasis/Champagne Super780s on 8 890s on 9 9
60 61FM PresetsFM presets make it easy to quickly access stored FM channels and choose a new FM channel from them.Use FM presets when you use PowerConnect to listen to your onyX through your vehicle’s FM radio. (Refer to “Option 3: PowerConnect Installation Instructions” on page 43 for more information.)To start using a different FM preset: 1 Press FM to display the current FM preset.2 To display and select the next FM preset, press FM. 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 timeout. 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.Set your vehicle radio to theabove channel to enable audio.99.3 FM103.7 FMSet your vehicle radio to theabove channel to enable audio.Using Your onyXTIP! 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 79. Next, refer to “Set and Select an FM Channel” on page 82 .
62 63Special Features
64 65Special Features Colour ThemesYou can change the colour of the display screen to one of 6 colour themes: Blue, Red, Amber, Yellow, Silver, or Teal. You can coordinate the colour theme with your vehicle dash lights and with the Trim Ring of your choice for your onyX. The default colour theme is blue.To change the colour theme: 1 Press menu.2 Press to scroll to and highlight Colour Theme. Press the Select button.3 Press or to highlight the desired colour theme. The onyX will immediately change to the selected colour theme. 4 Press the Select button to confirm the selected colour theme.5 Press and hold menu to return to the main display screen.Select ThemeBlueand Select to confirmPress arrow keys to chooseTrim RingsYour onyX has a changeable Trim Ring to style the radio to your liking. The Trim Ring surrounds the Select button on the radio. A total of three trim rings are included with your onyX, including the one that is already installed in the onyX Radio.menujumpdirectFM1234567890To remove and replace the Trim Ring:The Trim Ring can be removed by using the Trim Ring Removal Tool. Placing this tool against the Trim Ring, and with mild pressure while turning the tool, it will loosen or tighten the Trim Ring depending upon which direction you
66 67Special Featuresturn the tool.1 Place the Trim Ring Removal Tool on the Trim Ring on the radio. Use care to align the tool so it’s centered on the Trim Ring.2 Using mild pressure to keep the tool against the Trim Ring, rotate the 234 5 6 7 8 90djFMumenu mp1irect23 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 directjumpFMmenu1tool counter-clockwise until it will not rotate any further.3 The Trim Ring is now loose. Turn the onyX over and the Trim Ring should fall out. If it does not, gently tap the back of the radio until it does.4 Turn the radio face up again and insert the new Trim Ring into the radio.5 Align the Trim Ring Removal Tool on the Trim Ring on the radio. Use care to align the tool so it’s centered on the Trim Ring.6 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 directjumpFMmenu1Using mild pressure to keep the tool against the Trim Ring, rotate the tool clockwise until it will not rotate any further. The new Trim Ring is now installed.
68 69Special FeaturesParental ControlsYour onyX has a parental control feature which will allow you to lock access to channels, or lock access to an entire category. A 4-digit code controls access to the locked channel or locked category. When you browse a category, the locked channel number or locked category will be shown but not the artist and song/show information. Instead, a lock icon and the word “Locked“ is shown. If you scroll through the channels using and , the locked channels are skipped and not displayed.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 your 4-digit 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 will remain unlocked until you turn the onyX 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.•If this is the first time you want to turn on Parental Controls, Parental RockLithiumLive/Selling the DramaPhish/Backwards Down54Locked55Jam_ON56Controls will be highlighted. Press the Select button. You will be prompted to select a 4-digit code:i. For each digit, press one of the 0-9 keys 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 code press the Select button.iii. The Code Confirmation screen will be displayed. For your records, write down the code you have selected. Press the Select button. Continue with step 3.•If you had previously selected a 4-digit code you will be prompted to enter your code:i. For each digit, press one of the 0-9 keys 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 code press Code ConfirmationYour Parental Code is:3287You will need this code to changeor turn off Parental ControlsPress Select to continueEnter Parental Code0000Press OK to confirm
70 71Special Featuresthe Select button.3 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).4 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.3 You will be prompted to enter the 4-digit code. For each digit, press one of the 0-9 keys 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 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 disappear indicating the channel or category is unlocked.)Locked Channels Locked CategoriesLocked ChannelsRockLocked ChannelsRockDeep TracksHair NationxL Liquid MetalSIRIXM UDeep TracksHair NationxL Liquid MetalSIRIXM U8 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 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 code. For each digit, press one of the 0-9 keys and then press to advance to the next digit. (Press if you need to go back and edit a previous digit.)
72 734 When you have entered all 4 digits of the 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 Code. Press the Select button. 7 You will be prompted to enter a new 4-digit code. For each digit, press one of the 0-9 keys and then press to advance to the next digit. (Press if you need to go back and edit a previous digit.)8 The Code Confirmation screen will be displayed. For your records, write down the code you have selected. Press the Select button.9 Press and hold menu to return to the main display screen.Code ConfirmationYour Parental Code is:3287You will need this code to changeor turn off Parental ControlsPress Select to continueSpecial FeaturesTo listen to a locked channel:There are two ways to tune to a channel which has been locked. The first is by directly tuning the locked channel, and the second is to select the locked channel from a category list.1 Directly tune or select the locked channel: To directly tune 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 display the category list of the locked channel 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 code. For each digit, press one of the 0-9 keys 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 code press the Select button. If your code is correct the channel will be tuned. All locked channels become unlocked and will remain unlocked until you turn the onyX Off, and back On. In the category list, the previously locked channels will show an unlocked icon .
74 75Where Else Can You Use Your onyX?
76 77Where Else Can You Use Your onyX?XM offers a variety of accessories that allow you to adapt your onyX Radio 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 the Home, Office, etc. – With a Home Kit, you can play your onyX over an existing home, office, or other stereo system • In Other Vehicles – With a Vehicle Kit, you can enjoy your onyX in more than one vehicle. • In Almost Any Location You Like – With a desktop or portable Sound System you have the freedom to listen to your onyX 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.xmradio.ca/accessories.Configuring Your onyX
78 79Configuring Your onyX Radio IDYour onyX has an alphanumeric ID which uniquely identifies the radio. This ID is used during the activation 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.Radio IDYour Radio ID is:A234B456Find Available FM Channels in Your AreaBefore 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 function while driving.PowerConnect allows you to listen to XM audio through your vehicle’s FM 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 FM radio to an available channel, you should only hear static or silence – not talk or music. Once you have found an available channel, you need to tune onyX’s built-in transmitter to the same channel to receive XM sound through your vehicle’s radio.To find an available FM channel:• 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 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. Tune onyX to a favourite XM channel (or to channel 1, if it’s not yet
80 81activated). Pick the first FM channel on your list and tune the FM radio to that channel. Then tune the onyX to the same FM channel. (Refer to “Set and Select an FM Channel” on page 82.) 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. It is possible that some type of inaudible interference is present that prevents reception of the onyX 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. 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 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. 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.Configuring Your onyX
82 83Set and Select an FM ChannelThe onyX 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 transmit audio from the onyX to your vehicle’s FM 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! The onyX 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, turn on the FM transmitter by highlighting FM Transmitter and pressing Select.4 Once the FM Transmitter is On, select FM Channels and press to scroll to and highlight the storage location FM2 and press the Select FM ChannelscurrentFM 1FM 2FM 3FM 4FM 597.999.3103.7_ _ __ _ _Configuring Your onyXbutton. You can choose 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 the desired FM channel in steps of .2, i.e., 99.3 to 99.5. Press and to tune 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 preset an FM channel in a storage location without having to start using it right away. Just press menu and exit the screen.Edit FM Channel 299.3 FMand Select to confirmPress arrow keys to tune
84 857 The chosen FM channel will be confirmed on the display screen and the onyX 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. Set your vehicle radio to theabove channel to enable audio.99.3 FMConfiguring Your onyXTo quickly select an FM channel from the preset list: 1 Press FM to display the current FM preset.2 To display and select the next FM preset, press FM. 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 timeout. 3 Repeatedly pressing FM will cycle through the FM presets.4 Set your vehicle’s FM radio to same FM channel.Set your vehicle radio to theabove channel to enable audio.99.3 FM103.7 FMSet your vehicle radio to theabove channel to enable audio.
86 87Jump SettingsThe jump button can be configured to either jump to the traffic and weather channel for the 20 most congested cities, or to jump back to the last channel to which you were listening. When configured for traffic/weather, you’ll need to select a desired 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.JUMP SettingsModeSet LocationTraffic/Weather_ _ _Configuring Your onyX6 A list of locations 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. JUMP SettingsModeSet LocationTraffic/WeatherATLSet LocationAtlantaBaltimoreBostonChicagoDallas
88 89Set BrightnessTo change the display’s brightness: 1 Press menu.2 Press to scroll to and highlight Brightness and press the Select button. 3 Press to decrease or to increase the brightness of the display.4 Press the Select button to confirm the brightness setting.5 Press and hold menu to return to the main display screen.Set Brightnessand Select to confirmPress arrow keys to adjustConfiguring Your onyXSet Audio LevelThe audio level of the onyX can be adjusted when an audio connection is made between the dock and the vehicle’s stereo system. Audio level is used to adjust the onyX’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.Set Audio Leveland Select to confirmPress arrow keys to adjust
90 91Factory SettingsThe factory settings menu has two choices, AUX Detect and Restore Defaults.AUX DetectAUX Detect allows the onyX Radio 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 Radio, 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. Please read the additional instructions, “Using the Vehicle Dock From the Universal Xpress Car Kit” on page 96. Once AUX Detect is disabled, you’ll have to turn the FM Transmitter On. Refer to “Turn FM Transmitter On/Off” on page 98.To disable AUX Detect:(Do this only when using the older model Vehicle Dock.)1 Press menu.Factory SettingsAUX DetectRestore DefaultsenabledSignal IndicatorFor 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 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 IndicatorSATELLITETERRESTRIALConfiguring Your onyX
92 93Restore DefaultsYou can clear all of your personal settings, such as favourite channels, FM presets etc. and return the radio to its original out-of-the-box settingsTo reset onyX 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 A warning screen will be displayed. If you are certain that you want to reset your onyX to the default settings, press the Select button to confirm. If you want to cancel, press menu to return to Factory Settings.or menu to cancelAre You Sure?All settings will be erased.Press Select to confirm2 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 A warning screen will be displayed. Press the Select button to confirm that you want to disable AUX Detect. If you want to cancel press menu to return to Factory Settings. AUX Detect will remain enabled.5 AUX Detect will show as disabled. Press and hold menu to return to the main display screen.To enable AUX Detect(Do this when 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.Disable only if using vehicle dockfrom Universal Xpress Car Kit.Otherwise, leave it enabled.Disable AUX Detect?or menu to cancelPress Select to confirmConfiguring Your onyX
94 95Demo ModeYour onyX 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 the onyX in demo mode.The ability for onyX to enter demo mode is enabled by default. If you don’t want onyX to ever enter the demo mode, you can disable the demo feature. You can enable it again at another time if desired.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. Demo ModeStatusEnter Demo Modeenabled5 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.Demo ModeEntering Demo Mode.Press & Hold Selectfor 10 seconds to exitConfiguring Your onyX
96 97Using the Vehicle Dock From the Universal Xpress Car KitIf you have chosen to use the Vehicle Dock from the Universal Xpress Car Kit rather than the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock included with your onyX radio, you will need to complete some additional installation steps. When you have completed these additional steps, you can continue with the installation of your onyX.When you are using the Universal Xpress Vehicle Dock, the screen will initially display “AUX Connected” when you power on your onyX. Ignore this message. Once you have completed the steps below, it will not be displayed again.If you are connecting the audio using PowerConnect (or FMDA):1 Disable the AUX Detect feature. Refer to “AUX Detect” on page 91, and disable AUX Detect.2 Turn the FM Transmitter in the onyX On. Refer to “Turn FM Transmitter On/Off” on page 98, and turn the FM Transmitter On.3 Continue with the installation.If you are connecting the audio using the Aux In Cable or Cassette Adapter:1 Disable the AUX Detect feature. Refer to “AUX Detect” on page 91 , and disable AUX Detect.Configuring Your onyXTIP! The FM Transmitter must be Off. To verify that the FM Transmitter is Off, refer to “Turn FM Transmitter On/Off” on page 98 .2 Continue with the installation.Audio enabled throughauxiliary line. FM turned OFF.AUX Connected
98 99Turn FM Transmitter On/OffTurning 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 PowerConnect 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 91. 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 the onyX and the FM radio in your vehicle to the same FM channel.TIP! onyX is programmed with FM channel 97.9 as the default setting.FM SettingsFM TransmitterFM ChannelsonConfiguring Your onyXTo 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 the onyX Radio 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 SettingsFM TransmitterFM ChannelsoffPlease connect an AUX cableor no audio will be available.Press Select to confirmTurn OFF FM?
100 101Troubleshooting
102 103onyX 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 the onyX 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.•If you are using onyX at home, move the antenna to a south-facing window. Don’t know which way is south? No problem. Start at any window then work from window to window in a simple pattern to find the best location.TroubleshootingIf you see this on the screen: Try this: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 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 is acquiring audio or program information This message usually goes away in a few seconds. Updating •Your onyX 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 activated your service by following the steps in “Activation” on page 50. •Go to www.xmradio.ca/refresh and follow the directions refresh your radio.•Call 1-877-438-9677 for further assistance.
104 105If this happens: Try this:No audio when using the Aux In Cable or Cassette Adapter•Check all cables between your onyX and your vehicle’s stereo system for a firm and secure connection.•Ensure you have selected the proper input source on your vehicle’s stereo system.•If you are using the Vehicle Dock that came with the Universal Xpress Car Kit, ensure that the FM Transmitter in the onyX is turned Off, and increase the audio level of the onyX. Refer to “Set Audio Level” on page 89.Audio sounds too soft •Raise the volume of your stereo system or increase the audio level of your onyX until the sound quality improves. Refer to “Set Audio Level” on page 89.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 79. •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 39 and page 41.) If you cannot use those solutions, consider using an FM Direct Adapter. (Refer to page 47.)TroubleshootingIf this happens: Try this:No audio when using PowerConnect or FMDA•Check that your onyX and your vehicle’s FM radio are tuned to the same FM channel.•If you are using the Vehicle Dock that came with the Universal Xpress Car Kit, ensure that the FM Transmitter in the onyX is turned On. Refer to “Turn FM Transmitter On/Off” on page 98 . 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 94.
106 107Product Specifications
108 109Product SpecificationsDimensions onyX 115 mm (W) X 61 mm (H) X 18 mm (D) 4.5 in (W) X 2.4 in (H) X 0.71 in (D)Weight onyX 93 g (3.28 oz)Audio Outputs 3.5 mm diameter mini stereo jackExternal Power Voltage 5V DC Current 1.5A Patent and Environmental InformationPatent 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 AMBEª 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 an XM radio 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.Your radio is packaged with cardboard, polyethylene, etc., and does not contain any unnecessary materials.
110 111The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by XM Radio Inc. can void the user’s authority to operate this device.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and is certified to Industry Canada’s RSS-210 specifications. 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 and Industry Canada’s RSS-210 specifications. 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 XM equipment and the affected receiver.• Connect the XM 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, XM Radio Inc. cannot support this type of application or installation.FCC and IC Statement©2009 SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. “SIRIUS”, “XM” and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. “BBC” and “Radio One” are trademarks of the British Broadcasting Corporation and are used under license. BBC logo © BBC 1996. Radio 1 logo © BBC 2001. Cosmopolitanª is a registered trademark of Hearst Communications, Inc. Elvis Radio logo © EPE Reg. U.S. Pat & TM off. IndyCar (and Design) are registered trademarks of Brickyard Trademarks, Inc., used with permission. Major League Baseball trademarks and copyrights are used with permission of Major League Baseball Properties, Inc. Visit the official website at MLB.com. Games subject to availability and change and may not include all spring training games. All rights reserved. NASCARª is a registered trademark of the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, Inc. The NBA identifications are the intellectual property of NBA Properties, Inc. and the respective NBA member teams. © 2009 NBA Properties, Inc. © 2009 NFL Properties LLC. All NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. NHL and the NHL Shield are registered trademarks of the National Hockey League. © NHL 2009. All NHL logos and marks and NHL team logos and marks depicted herein are the property of the NHL and the respective teams and may not be reproduced without the prior written consent of NHL Enterprises, L.P. The Home Ice¨ channel is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. The Swinger Golfer logo is a registered trademark of PGA TOUR, Inc. Visit xmradio.ca/xmlineup for updates. All programming/channel lineup/XM service subject to change or preemption. All other marks and logos are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved. Hardware, subscription and activation fee required. Other fees and taxes may apply. Month-to-month subscriptions must be activated via telephone. Hardware and subscription sold separately. Subscription governed by XM Customer Agreement, which can be found at xmradio.ca/about/terms-and-conditions.cfm. Prices and programming are subject to change. Copyrights and Trademarks
112Owner’s Record The radio model number is located below and the XM Radio ID is located on the label on the back of the onyX.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: XDNX1V1KCXM Radio ID:___________________________Owners Record
XDNX1V1KCAudiovox Electronics Corporation 150 Marcus Blvd. Hauppauge, New York 11788U.S.A. 1 800 645 4994www.audiovox.comXM name and related logos are registered trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.© 2007 Audiovox Electronics Corporation. All rights reserved.

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