EZR USER GUIDE Dock & Play Radio VEHICLE KIT INCLUDED
Table of Contents Onyx EZR User Guide Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Onyx EZR User Guide Introduction 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 easyto-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 chann
Introduction Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Introduction Onyx EZR User Guide What’s in the Box? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Onyx EZR Radio PowerConnect™ Vehicle Dock Vent Mount and Extended Vent Clamps Dash Mount Aux In Cable Screws (4) PowerConnect Power Adapter Magnetic Mount Antenna Antenna & Dash Mount Alcohol Preparation Pads 5
Introduction Onyx EZR User Guide Onyx EZR Functions FM Button Press to access and cycle through FM presets; press and hold to access FM settings. 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. Power Button Press to turn Radio on and off. Menu Button Press to access advanced features and configuration options; when in configuration options, press and hold to return to main display screen.
Introduction Onyx EZR User Guide 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 AUDIO (Green) Connection for Aux In Cable or optional Cassette Adapter (sold separately). AUDIO ANT ANT (Silver) Connection for the Magnetic Mount Antenna. PWR FM FM (Blue) Connection for optional FM Direct Adapter (sold separately).
Installation Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Installation Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Installation Onyx EZR User Guide 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. Extended Vent Clamps 2. If the vent louvers in your vehicle are recessed, you may need to use the longer vent clamps with the Vent Mount.
Onyx EZR User Guide Installation 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.
Installation Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Installation Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Installation Onyx EZR User Guide Route cable out from under rear windshield moulding and tuck into weatherstripping around trunk opening Avoid sharp bends by running cable through weatherstripping for several inches Pull weatherstripping from trunk opening Tuck cable into weatherstripping.
Installation Onyx EZR User Guide Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift edge of interior trim and tuck cable under trim.
Installation Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Onyx EZR User Guide Installation 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.
Installation Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Onyx EZR User Guide Installation 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.
Installation Onyx EZR User Guide Option 1: Aux In Cable Installation Instructions 1. Plug one end of the Aux In Cable into the green AUDIO connector on the dock. AUDIO ANT PWR FM 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.
Installation Onyx EZR User Guide Option 2: Cassette Adapter Installation Instructions 1. Plug the Cassette Adapter into the green AUDIO connector on the dock. AUDIO ANT PWR FM 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.
Installation Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Installation Onyx EZR User Guide 99.3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 MATCH FM CHANNELS 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.
Activation Onyx EZR User Guide 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. 1 XM Preview 2. Make a note of the XM Radio ID.
Using Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Using Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Onyx EZR User Guide Using Your Onyx EZR 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.
Using Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide Tuning to a Channel Press and release Press and hold displayed. and and to immediately tune to the next or previous channel. to quickly scroll through the channels. Release to tune to the channel that is 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. Direct Tune 2.
Using Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Using Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Using Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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. 103.7 2.
Using Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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. Rock 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.
Using Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Using Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Using Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Using Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Onyx EZR User Guide Where Else Can You Use Your Onyx EZR? 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.
Configuring Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Onyx EZR User Guide Configuring Your Onyx EZR 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.
Configuring Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Onyx EZR User Guide Configuring Your Onyx EZR 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.
Configuring Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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. Mode Jump Settings Last Channel 2.
Configuring Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Configuring Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Configuring Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Configuring Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide 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. Auto Shut 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.
Onyx EZR User Guide Configuring Your Onyx EZR 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.
Configuring Your Onyx EZR Onyx EZR User Guide To enable or disable the demo mode: 1. Press Menu. 2. Press to scroll to and highlight Demo Mode and press the Select button. Demo Mode Status Enter Demo Mode enabled 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.
Troubleshooting Onyx EZR User Guide 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).
Troubleshooting Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
Onyx EZR User Guide Product Specifications 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: . . . . .
Patent and Environmental Information Onyx EZR User Guide 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.
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.
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