how is it for running? can you access XM satellite radio when it's not in dock?
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You have to have a special headset that has the satellite antenna built into it. The headset is rather large and would not be well suited for running. I've owned this receiver for several years and would not recommend it.
924611
You can access live content out of dock, but headphone/antenna not that comfortable, so plug in ear buds to output jack of unit
924612
I never used it off the dock. I really liked this radio until it simply quit working after a short while. The second one I bought for my wife's car only lasted about 6 month and then died. Maybe this just happened to me only. But two? Hope this helps.
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All you need is a Sirius radio compatible with this dock...The kit has everything to connect..
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I have the complete unit... you need a backbone for the network, a sirius antenna for thw eather and sat radio module, then to listen to it u need the marine radio package. I have the whole unit, plus EVERYTHING all connected and working, never installed on a boat, used only once on a test run and im selling all of it complete... still have the boxes and paperwork even. Email me Joe.dip75@gmail.com it is great, i just dont get out enough to justify having 5 grand worth of electronics suite.
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Someone just commented that the newest firmware supports SiriusXM. I would search on Google to confirm.
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You can use the Onyx Plus at the beach using the SiriusXM SXSD2 Portable Speaker Dock Audio System for Dock and Play Radios. It can be plugged into the wall and also can be battery operated.
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I do pay a monthly fee for XM Radio and weather. It is not a "need." Could do without it, but otherwise would not have music or weather radar on motorcycle. It is a great convenience.
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I believe that if you desire to listen to AM, you could turn off the Siriusxm radio which would then revert to normal radio reception. This would give you access to AM band via direct vehicle antenna connection. There is also the possibility that a local AM station would be able to circumvent the adapter by its signal strength so you would not have to turn off XM radio. That's all I got.
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This unit is Sirius XM ready...connector already exists. I don't use satellite, but it is a nice feature to have. I do use the USB hub to charge my Bionic and iPod as I drive..
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The disc changer and steering wheel controls work, for volume and changing songs. I don't know about XM; the 2004 I have doesn't have satellite radio. But I believe it will work because there are varied settings on the device that is connected to the radio. I would suggest calling customer support at Gateway, they're pretty responsive.
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I have mine connected to my iPod. Besides XM content I can access some of my apps to include music.
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I have the previous version of this unit. I have used it in my car for over a year. I went to Radio Shack and got a plug for the unit and a lighter plug, found some used wire at home and made a power cord. I plug into my portable XM radio in the car, and by using a small Walkman, I can listen to Satellite Radio while I work in the warehouse. Or, with earmuffs over my earbuds, I can listen while I mow the lawn. :) -Dan S.
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the docking station has NO speakers. it comes with a power supply for the xm unit, antenna and cable, and cables to hook to YOUR amplifier and speakers if you have a home stereo with auxiliary inputs. Otherwise order the powered speakers that they show as an accessory.
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No, it needs to be docked to have live satellite. It doesn't have an internal antenna like the old Myfi had. Also, just as a point of reference, my particular Lynx is really glitchy. I have difficulty downloading, and also recording at times. It needs to be restarted often. I'm very tech savvy, and although the idea of the lynx is great the implementation isn't so great. I'm considering picking up a skydock for my iPhone.
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I really don't know. I believe they sell a dockong station for the Onyx, and I also believe you can subscribe to get XM on your desktop pd laptop now.
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Yes you can - In fact its the only reason I bought this dock was to keep it hooked up to my home stereo and stream pandora. Ive replaced my satellite radio with Pandora.
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No its not, but it can easily hook up to XM using a $50 adapter kit SiriusXM SXDH3 Satellite Radio Home Dock Kit with Antenna and Charging Cable (Black)
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Yes you can connect xm or Sirius as long as you buy or already have the adapter for the vehicle , it's a little box that usually says xm or Sirius on it