Sirius XM RAdio Onyx EZ User manual

Onyx EZ
Radio & Home Kit
User Guide

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Table of Contents
Introduction ....................4
Features.............................4
Safety and Care Information ...........5
What’s in the Box? ....................7
Onyx EZ Button Functions .............8
Home Dock ..........................9
Remote Control Functions ............ 10
Remote Control Battery Replacement ...11
Home Installation...............12
Step 1: Connect the Home Dock and
Dock the Onyx EZ Radio ............ 12
Step 2: Place and Aim the Indoor/
Outdoor Home Antenna ............. 14
Step 3: Connect the Home Dock to a
Stereo System or Powered Speakers.. 19
Step 4: Subscribe .................... 21
Using Your Onyx EZ.............23
The Main Display ....................23
Navigation Basics....................24
Listening to Satellite Radio ...........26
Parental Controls ....................30
Configuring Your Onyx EZ ........36
Radio ID ............................36
Jump Settings ......................37
Set Brightness or Contrast............38
Set Audio Level .....................39
Signal Indicator .....................40
Factory Settings ..................... 41
Demo Mode .........................42
Troubleshooting ................44
Product Specifications ..........47
Patent and Environmental
Information ..................48
IC Statement ..................49
Copyrights and Trademarks ......50
Owners Record .................51
Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna
Template.....................52

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Features
Thank you for purchasing the XM Onyx EZ with Home Kit!
XM Onyx EZ has these exciting features to enhance your overall experience:
• Add SiriusXM to a home audio system or powered speakers with easy, do-it-
yourself set-up.
• Use the remote control to conveniently operate your Radio from across the
room.
• Browse other channels while listening to the current one.
• View artist name, song or program title, and channel information on the large
colour display.
• Store your favourite channels for one-touch access.
• One-Touch Jump™ to the previous channel to which you were listening.
• Easily lock and unlock channels with mature content.
• Listen at home, in the office, in multiple vehicle or outdoors - all with just one
subscription.
• Home Kit included - add accessories for your vehicle, office or outdoors.
Please read the entire User Guide before Using Your Onyx EZ!
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Safety and Care Information
IMPORTANT! Self installation instructions and tips are provided for your
convenience. It is your responsibility to determine if you have the knowledge, skills,
and physical ability required to properly perform an installation. SiriusXM shall
have no liability for damage or injury resulting from the installation or use of any
SiriusXM or third party products. SiriusXM product warranties do not cover the
installation, removal or reinstallation of any product.
• Do not expose to extreme temperatures (above 140°F or below -4°F, or above
60°C or below -20°C).
• Do not expose to moisture. Do not use device near or in water. Do not touch
the device with wet hands.
• Do not let any foreign matter spill into device.
• Do not store in dusty areas.
• Do not expose to chemicals such as benzene and thinners. Do not use liquid
or aerosol cleaners. Clean with a soft damp cloth only.
• Do not expose to direct sunlight for a prolonged period of time, and do not
expose to fire, flame, or other heat sources.
• Do not try to disassemble and/or repair device yourself.
• Do not drop your device or subject it to severe impact.
• Do not place heavy objects on device.
• Do not subject device to excessive pressure.
• If the LCD screen is damaged, do not touch the liquid crystal fluid.
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Warning!
• Opening the case may result in electric shock.
• Make sure that you insert the Home Power Adapter’s plug all the way into the
outlet.
• 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.
• If you use this Radio in your vehicle, installation, service activation, and Radio
configuration functions should not be performed while driving. Park your vehicle
in a safe location before beginning installation, or configuring the radio.
• This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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What’s in the Box?
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Onyx EZ Radio Home Dock
Indoor/Outdoor
Home Antenna Stereo Audio
Cable
Home Power
Adapter
Remote Control
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Onyx EZ Button Functions
Power Button
Press to turn Radio on
and off.
Left and Right Buttons
Press to search for
channels by category.
Up and Down Buttons
Press to preview and tune
to channels through the
channel lineup; also press
to scroll through lists and
highlight menu items.
Menu Button
Press to access advanced
features and configuration
options; in configuration
options, press and hold
to return to main display
screen.
Select Button
Press to confirm
selection of highlighted
items in a menu or list.
FM Button
Press to access and
cycle through FM presets
(Vehicle Dock only).
Jump Button
Press to go back to the
previous channel to
which you were listening.
Direct Button
Press first before
entering the channel
number, to directly
tune to a channel.
Number Buttons
Press to tune to a
stored favourite
channel, press and
hold to store a
favourite channel;
also enter a channel
number.
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Home Dock
Colour-Coded Connections
The colour-coded Home Dock makes it simple to connect. Just match the
colours on the cable ends to the colours on the dock to see what goes where.
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ANT (Silver)
Connection for
the Indoor/
Outdoor Home
Antenna.
AUDIO (Green)
Connection for
stereo system or
powered speakers.
POWER (Red)
Connection for
Home Power
Adapter.
Rear View
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Remote Control Functions
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Power Button
Press to turn Onyx
EZ on and off.
Arrow Buttons Up/Down
Press to preview and tune to
channels through the channel
lineup; also press to scroll
through lists and highlight
menu items.
Arrow Buttons Left/Right
Press to search for channels by
category.
Menu/Alerts Button
Menu: Press to access advanced
features and configuration
options; in configuration
options, press and hold to
return to main display screen.
Alerts: Not used.
Select Button
Press to confirm selection
of highlighted items in a
menu or list.
Not Used
Jump Button
Press to directly access
traffic and weather for
the city of your choice; or
press to go back to the
previous channel to which
you were listening.
T-mix Button
Not used.
Number Buttons
Press to tune to a stored
favourite channel; Press
and hold to store a
favourite channel; also
enter a channel number.
FM Button
Press to access and cycle
through FM presets; Press
and hold to display the FM
settings menu
(Vehicle Dock only). T-scn Button
Not used.
Mute Button
Press to silence the XM audio.
Direct Button
Press to enter a channel
number using the number
buttons and directly tune to
the channel.
IMPORTANT!
Pull tab and remove
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Introduction
Remote Control Battery Replacement
The Remote Control has a child resistant battery compartment which requires a
pointed object to open the battery compartment. A paper clip is recommended,
as shown.
To Replace the Battery:
1. Press the paper clip or
other object into the
lock release opening
on the Remote Control,
and slide the battery
compartment cover off
of the Remote Control.
2. Slide the battery
out of the battery
compartment.
3. Replace with a new
battery. Observe the correct
orientation of the battery; the
+ positive side of the battery
should be facing up.
4. Replace the battery
compartment cover.
Paper Clip
Lock Release
Battery
Compartment
Cover
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Home Installation
There are several parts to setting up your Home Kit. Follow these 4 steps for an
easy installation.
Step 1: Connect the Home Dock and Dock the Onyx EZ Radio
When installing the Home Dock in your home, choose a location in close proximity
to your stereo system or powered speakers, and also where the cable from the
Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna can reach the Home Dock. The location should
be easily accessible and provide good visibility of the display, but should not be
located where it will be in direct sunlight, which will affect the visibility of the
display screen.
A. Connect the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna
Once you have selected a location, connect the antenna to the silver ANT
connector at the rear of the Home Dock.
We will work on the location and
aiming of the antenna in the
next step.
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B. Connect the Home Power Adapter
Connect the Home Power Adapter to the red Power connector at the rear of the
Home Dock, and plug it into a wall outlet.
C. Dock the Onyx EZ Radio
Place your Onyx EZ Radio into the Home Dock
and press the Power button to turn it on.
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Step 2: Place and Aim the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna
To begin, try experimenting with the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna to get a feel
for the reception in your location. In major metropolitan areas, you might find that
you get great reception in several locations without worrying too much about aim
and placement. If two to three bars of signal strength are being displayed at the
lower left corner of the screen, continue with step 3 on page 19.
If there is not at least two bars of signal
strength displayed, refer to “Signal Indicator”
on page 40 and access the Signal Indicator
screen to see a visual indication of signal
strength. Move the antenna around the room
or from room to room. Aim it from different
windows. If you find a location where you are
receiving good Satellite or Terrestrial signal
strength (or both), press and hold menu to exit
the Signal Indicator screen. Onyx EZ should be
tuned to channel 1, the XM Preview channel.
Continue with the step 3 on page 19.
If you are unable to find a location where you
are receiving good Satellite or Terrestrial
signal strength, try some of the suggestions
which follow.
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Other Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna Installation Suggestions
NOTE! If the signal reception is low, intermittent, or Acquiring Signal is displayed,
after a period of time Onyx EZ may enter demo mode. Demo mode is a feature for
retail display purposes, and Onyx EZ will automatically exit demo mode once it
begins to receive a good signal. To exit demo mode immediately, press and hold the
Select button for 10 seconds. Demo mode can be disabled, if desired, by following
the instructions in “Demo Mode” on page 42.
Try moving the Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna closer to a window, ideally one
that is facing due south.
Not sure which way is south? Think
about where the sun rises (in the
east) and sets (in the west). Then
stand so that east is to your left
and you’ll be facing south. Is there
a window in the direction you’re
facing? Move the antenna closer to
the window.
TIP! Still not sure which way is
south or where to place your
Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna? Look up your location on an online mapping
website that offers satellite views of street addresses where you can easily see
which way is south, and what window may offer an unobstructed view of the sky.
Another easy method is to start at any window, then work from window to
window in a simple pattern to find the window gives the best signal strength.
Note that the antenna must also have an unobstructed view, with no trees or
buildings blocking its aim. If the antenna is aimed through a window, be aware
that blinds, screens, or any other non-glass elements such as thermal insulation
can sometimes cause reception issues. If this is the case, you may want to use
another window or place the antenna outside of the window.
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If you find a window that gives you good signal strength, you can place the antenna
on the windowsill. The antenna may need to be placed on something to raise it
above the level of the window frame.
If you don’t have a window where you receive
a consistent signal, or placing the antenna in
a window is not a practical solution for you,
BETTER reception can be achieved by placing
the antenna outside on a window ledge, porch,
table, or patio. The location you choose should
provide the antenna with a clear view of the
southern sky.
If none of the previous solutions work for you,
then the BEST reception can be achieved by
mounting the antenna outdoors, with a clear
view of the southern sky.
Note that you will want to consider
any potential hazards when you
choose the mounting location,
and possibly consider professional
installation. Sirius XM Radio Inc. is
not liable for any damages.
To mount the antenna, you will need
four screws (not included) with a 1/4”
head (e.g., an M3 screw), and that are
suitable for the material onto which
you are affixing the antenna, (e.g.,
wood, metal, etc.). The screws should
be spaced 1-3/8” apart horizontally
and 1-1/8” vertically. Refer to the
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template on “Indoor/Outdoor Home
Antenna Template” on page 52.
Once you have found a suitable
location for the antenna, route the
antenna cable to the Home Dock. Be
sure you avoid any obstructions that
could crimp, kink, or twist the cable.
Use protective grommets wherever
rough openings are encountered. If the
antenna is installed outdoors, route
the cable from the antenna location
to the interior of the home, working the cable
through the basement, under a window sill,
etc., and make adjustments to take up cable
slack as necessary. Reconnect the antenna to
the silver ANT connector at the rear of the
Home Dock.
TIP! If your Indoor/Outdoor Home
Antenna’s cable isn’t long enough, visit
www.siriusxm.ca, or your favourite retailer,
and consider a 50 ft. Home Antenna
Extension Cable or a Wireless Home Signal
Repeater.
Verify that the antenna is pointed south, and
that the antenna’s view of the sky is not blocked
by a tree, a building, a bridge, or anything else.
Try various locations until you find one where are receiving a good signal.
The Indoor/Outdoor Home Antenna’s reception can also be tweaked by opening
or closing the antenna clamshell, and turning the antenna. While observing the
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signal strength, make small adjustments to the angle of tilt of the clamshell until
the highest possible signal strength is achieved. If you have not wall-mounted
the antenna, turn the antenna slightly to the right or left and observe if the
signal strength increases. For each tweak, allow a few seconds in each position to
determine if the signal strength increases.
If either the Satellite or the Terrestrial signal
bar (or both) are more than half filled, you
are receiving a good signal and are done
aiming the antenna. Exit the Signal Indicator
screen by pressing and holding menu. If Onyx
EZ is displaying channel 1, the XM Preview
channel, with two to three bars of signal
strength displayed at the lower left of the
screen, continue with the next step, otherwise,
continue trying other locations for the antenna.
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Step 3: Connect the Home Dock to a Stereo System or
Powered Speakers
The Home Dock can be connected to your stereo system, or to a set of powered
speakers. If you are connecting to a stereo system, see the following section. If
you are connecting to a set of powered speakers, see “To Connect the Home Dock
to Your Powered Speakers” on page 20.
To Connect the Home Dock to Your Stereo System
The Home Dock can be connected to your stereo system through the AUX In or
LINE In connection of your stereo system, using the provided Stereo Audio Cable.
1. Take the provided Stereo Audio Cable and connect the single 1/8” (3.5 mm)
connector to the green AUDIO connector at the rear of the Home Dock.
2. Connect the white left and red right Stereo Audio Cable connectors (“L” and
“R” are also on each respective tip) to any available input other than PHONO
on your stereo system. (If your stereo’s inputs are marked red and black,
simply connect the white plug to the black input.)
3. Turn the stereo system On, and make sure you select the correct input on
your stereo system for the AUX In or LINE In connection.
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4. If you have connected everything correctly, and you are receiving the XM
signal, you should hear the XM audio from channel 1.
5. The audio level of your Radio can also be adjusted, if necessary. Refer to
“Set Audio Level” on page 39 to adjust the audio level. The installation is
complete.
To Connect the Home Dock to Your Powered Speakers
The Home Dock can be connected directly to a set of powered speakers.
1. Connect the 1/8” (3.5 mm) connector from the powered speakers to the
green AUDIO connector at the rear of the Home Dock.
2. Plug the powered speakers into a wall outlet.
3. Turn On the powered speakers.
4. If you have connected everything correctly, and you are receiving the XM
signal, you should hear the XM audio from channel 1.
5. The audio level of your Radio can also be adjusted, if necessary. Refer to
“Set Audio Level” on page 39 to adjust the audio level. The installation is
complete.
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