ONST-11B OnStar Radio Replacement Interface
Product Information:
The ONST-11B is an interfacing solution for radio replacement
and SWC (Steering Wheel Control) retention. It is designed to be
compatible with various aftermarket radios and provides features
such as reverse gear, parking brake illumination, amplifier
turn-on, vehicle speed output, +12V constant, +12V ACC, ground, and
various audio connectors.
Product Features:
- Interfacing solution for radio replacement
- SWC retention for steering wheel control
- Compatible with various aftermarket radios
- Provides reverse gear, parking brake illumination, amplifier
turn-on, vehicle speed output, +12V constant, +12V ACC, ground, and
audio connectors
Parts Included:
- ONST-11B Module
- ONST-11B Harness
- SWC Cables
Vehicle Applications:
- CHEVROLET: 2007-2010 Cobalt, 2006-2011 HHR, 2008-2012
Malibu - PONTIAC: 2007-2010 G5, 2009-2010 G6*, 2006-2010 Solstice
- SATURN: 2007-2010 Aura, 2007 Ion, Sky
*Note: If the 2009 G6 has two knobs on the radio, please use
part# ONST-11C instead.
Product Usage Instructions:
SWC Cable Connection:
Plug in the 3.5mm SWC cable to the 4-pin port on the module.
Refer to the DIP SWITCH SETTINGS section for further
instructions.
DIP Switch Settings for Aftermarket Radio:
Set the DIP switches on the ONST-11B module according to the
brand of your aftermarket radio. Refer to the table below for the
specific settings:
| RADIO BRAND | DIP #1 | DIP #2 | DIP #3 | DIP #4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atoto, Dual, Fahrenheit, Jensen | OFF | OFF | ON | ON |
| Pioneer, Power Acoustik, Soundstream | OFF | OFF | ON | ON |
| Alpine | OFF | OFF | OFF | OFF |
| Clarion | OFF | ON | ON | OFF |
| Kenwood | OFF | ON | ON | ON |
| JVC | OFF | ON | OFF | ON |
| Boss, Old Sony | OFF | ON | OFF | OFF |
| New Sony | OFF | OFF | ON | OFF |
DIP Switch Settings for SWC Module:
Set the DIP switches on the SWC module according to your
specific requirements. Refer to the DIP SWITCH SETTINGS section for
further instructions.
Selecting the Audio System:
The ONST-11B has a built-in audio level adaptor that outputs the
proper audio level from the aftermarket radio to the vehicle’s
audio system. Plug in the male 8-pin connector on the ONST-11B
harness to the corresponding female 8-pin connector on the ONST-11B
module. The module is labeled as Bose and Non Bose to avoid
confusion.
Chime Volume Adjustment:
The ONST-11B has a chime volume adjustment feature. By default,
it is set at half volume. To adjust the volume, turn the adjustment
knob clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to
decrease the volume.
INTERFACING SOLUTIONS
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RADIO REPLACEMENT
SWC RETENTION
ONST-11B
OnStar® Radio Replacement Interface with SWC Retention for Select GM LAN 11-Bit Vehicles 2006-2012
PRODUCT FEATURES:
– Retains factory features in select GM LAN 11 Bit vehicles while functioning with an aftermarket radio. – Pre-programmed to retain factory Steering Wheel Controls. – Supports Non-Bose and Bose amplified systems. – Provides Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS), Parking Brake and Reverse Outputs. – Retains factory OnStar® – Retains chime functions. – EIA color coded wiring for easy installation.
PARTS INCLUDED:
ONST-11B MODULE
INSTALLATION DIAGRAM:
Reverse Gear
Parking Brake Illumination (+) Amplifier Turn-on Vehicle Speed Output +12V Constant
+12V ACC Ground
Right Front (+) Right Front (-) Left Front (+)
Left Front (-) Right Rear (+) Right Rear (-)
Left Rear (+) Left Rear (-)
Purple/White
Yellow/Black Orange
Blue/White Red/Black
Yellow Red
Black Gray Gray/Black White White/Black Violet Violet/Black Green Green/Black
ONST-11B HARNESS
SWC CABLES
AFTERMARKET RADIO
LAN Bus recognized LAN Bus not recognized
24-Pin Connector
BOSE NON BOSE
TO FACTORY HARNESS
16 & 14-Pin Connector Harness
10-Pin Connector
Cap or insulate if not being used
To aftermarket radio SWC wire or
3.5mm port
JVC/Kenwood (Blue / Yellow)
SWC DIP SWC
ON
123 4
8-Pin Connector
Chime Volume Adjustment
4-Pin Connector
3.5MM SWC CABLE
Plug in the 3.5MM SWC cable to the 4-pin port on the module. See “DIP SWITCH SETTINGS” section.
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INTERFACING SOLUTIONS
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RADIO REPLACEMENT
SWC RETENTION
ONST-11B
OnStar® Radio Replacement Interface with SWC Retention for Select GM LAN 11-Bit Vehicles 2006-2012
DIP SWITCH SETTINGS:
AFTERMARKET RADIO DIP SWITCH SETTINGS:
RADIO BRAND:
DIP#:
1
2
3
4
Atoto, Dual, Fahrenheit, Jensen,
OFF OFF ON ON
Pioneer, Power Acoustik, Soundstream OFF OFF ON ON
OFF OFF ON ON
Alpine
OFF OFF OFF OFF
Clarion
OFF ON ON OFF
Kenwood
OFF ON ON ON
JVC
OFF ON OFF ON
Boss, Old Sony
OFF ON OFF OFF
New Sony
OFF OFF ON OFF
SWC MODULE DIP SWITCH
ON
1 2 3 4
NOTE: check the aftermarket radio’s manual to see if the SWC buttons need to be programmed.
4-PIN SWC CABLE
OPTION B is used for BLAUPUNKT, BOSS, DUAL, FARENHEIT, JENSEN, POWER ACOUSTIK, PIONEER,
NOTE: Cap or insulate the 3.5mm plug or Blue/Yellow wire if not being used. ONST-11B
use the Blue/Yellow wire for JVC and Kenwood radios. SELECTING THE AUDIO SYSTEM:
the ONST-11B has a built-in audio level adaptor that outputs the proper audio level from the aftermarket radio to
8-pin connector on the ONST-11B harness to the GRAY female 8-pin connector on the ONST-11B module. The module is also labeled “Bose” and “Non Bose” to avoid confusion. (see picture below)
system, plug in the male 8-pin connector to the BLACK
NON BOSE
BOSE
female 8-pin on the ONST-11B module.
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INTERFACING SOLUTIONS
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RADIO REPLACEMENT
SWC RETENTION
CHIME VOLUME ADJUSTMENT:
ONST-11B
OnStar® Radio Replacement Interface with SWC Retention for Select GM LAN 11-Bit Vehicles 2006-2012
ONST-11B volume. It is set at half way by default. To adjust the volume,
clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume.
Chime Volume Adjustment
VEHICLE APPLICATIONS:
CHEVROLET 2007-2010 2006-2011 2008-2012
PONTIAC 2007-2010 2009-2010 2006-2010
SATURN 2007-2010 2007
Cobalt HHR Malibu
G5 G6* Solstice
Aura Ion Sky
*NOTE: If the 2009 G6 has two knobs on the radio, please use part# ONST-11C instead.
Compatible Radio
2009 Pontiac G6
2009 Chevrolet Malibu
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DIP switch settings for Pioneer receivers:
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Location of the switch may vary on the Interface (Comer or Middle). Please note that interfaces with DIP at the end of the LOT# are installed with the switch.
· Set DIP switch to “3V3” position for support of NEW generation Pioneer steering wheel button control.
· Set DIP switch to “5V” position for support of OLD generation Pioneer steering wheel button control.
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