I was speaking with OnStar and verified that my 2005 OnStar system is not full digital. It is Analog/Digital-Ready which means I will have to change the hardware after 2008. I thought the new antenna meant it was digital, but I guess not.... :banghead:

They've never been digital - cingular is their carrier. And, they use land towers frequently. :hmm:

They've never been digital - cingular is their carrier. And, they use land towers frequently. :hmm:

Onstar is switching to digital. In 2008, the entire system will be digital and current analog hardware will need to be upgraded.

Also, I believe Verizon has the contract with OnStar, not Cingular.

My carrier for OnStar is CellulerOne Dobson Communications.

I was speaking with OnStar and verified that my 2005 OnStar system is not full digital. It is Analog/Digital-Ready which means I will have to change the hardware after 2008. I thought the new antenna meant it was digital, but I guess not.... :banghead:
Well, that's right - I looked on the Onstar Sticker and it indeed STILL says Analog/Digital...

However, that means the new antenna will work.

My question is is the new box Gen 6?

Q. How will I know what kind of equipment is in a vehicle?

A. There are several ways to tell what type of equipment comes on an OnStar-equipped vehicle:

a. Look for the label on GM vehicles

Most OnStar-equipped GM vehicles have an OnStar window label that indicates which of three different systems is integrated into the vehicle. Refer to question #4 for additional information.

b. Refer to this chart

What you do... If the system responds... Then the vehicle's equipment is...

Step #1: Press the white-dot or phone button button

(If there is no white-dot or phone button, the vehicle has an analog-only system.) "Ready" Analog-Only

Step #1: Press the white-dot or phone button

Step #2: Say "Help" "OnStar Ready"

The system replies with up to 14 options, such as "Dial," "Call," "Directory," and "Virtual Advisor." Analog/Digital-Ready

Step #1: Press the white-dot or phone button

Step #2: Say "Help" "OnStar Ready"

Along with other options, you hear one of these digital-specific options: "Advisor Playback," "Digit Dial" or "Digit Store." Dual-Mode (Analog/Digital)

c. Ask your dealer