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function to tune the radio to a desired station.


3. Press the preset button, and hold it until you hear a beep. You can also store frequencies with the interface dial. Select the preset icon you want to store the frequency on, then press ENTER on the interface selector, and hold it for more than 2 seconds.


4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a


total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM.


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You can also press the A.SEL button. You will see AUTO SEL on the screen, and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds. The system stores the frequencies of six AM and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons. You will see ‘‘0’’ displayed if auto select cannot find a strong station for every preset button.If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons (icons) as previously described. To turn off auto select, press ENTER on the interface selector or press the A.SEL button again. This restores the presets you originally set.


AUTO SEL ICON


AUTO SELECT - If you are traveling far from home and can no longer receive your preset stations, you can use the auto select feature to find stations in the local area. Push the interface selector down to scroll down the screen, highlight A.SEL, then press ENTER on the interface selector. You will see AUTO SEL on the screen, and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds.


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Radio Frequencies The radio can receive the complete AM and FM bands. Those bands cover these frequencies: AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHz FM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHz Radio stations on the AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10 kHz apart (530, 540, 550). Stations on the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0.2 MHz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3). Stations must use these exact frequencies. It is fairly common for stations to round-off the frequency in their advertising, so your radio could display a frequency of 100.9 even though the announcer may identify the station as ‘‘FM101.’’


Radio Reception How well the radio receives stations is dependent on many factors, such as the distance from the station's transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions. A radio station's signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter. If you are listening to an AM station, you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker, and the station drifting in and out. If you are listening to an FM station, you will see the stereo indicator flickering off and on as the signal weakens. Eventually, the stereo indicator will go off and the sound will fade completely as you get out of range of the station's signal.


AM/FM Radio Reception


Driving very near the transmitter of a station that is broadcasting on a frequency close to the frequency of the station you are listening to can also affect your radio's reception. You may temporarily hear both stations, or hear only the station you are close to.


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AM/FM Radio Reception


AsrequiredbytheFCC: Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser's authoritytooperatetheequipment.


Radio signals, especially on the FM band, are deflected by large objects such as buildings and hills. Your radio then receives both the direct signal from the station's transmitter, and the deflected signal. This causes the sound to distort or flutter. This is a main cause of poor radio reception in city driving.


Radio reception can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms, high humidity, and even sunspots. You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions. Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems.


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Adjusting the Sound BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, and FADER are each adjustable. You can also adjust the strength of the sound coming from the center and subwoofer speakers. In addition, you can set the Dolby PL (ProLogic) II and Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC). These adjustments can be made by the SOUND button or the interface dial.


SOUND ICON


To adjust them, press the AUDIO button, push the interface selector down, and turn the interface knob to SOUND. Then press ENTER on the selector.


Select the mode you want to adjust by turning the interface dial. You can also adjust the sound by pushing the SOUND button repeatedly. Each mode is shown in the audio display as it changes. Turn the TUNE knob to adjust the setting to your liking.


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BASS/TREBLE - To adjust bass and treble, select BASS or TREBLE, and press ENTER on the interface selector. The current setting is shown on the display. Turn the interface knob to the desired level, and enter your selection by pressing ENTER on the interface selector.


CENTER/SUBWOOFER - To adjust the strength of the sound from the center or subwoofer speaker, select it and press ENTER on the interface selector. Turn the interface knob to the desired level, and enter your selection by pressing ENTER on the interface selector.


FADER/BALANCE - These modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. Fader adjusts the front-to-back strength, while balance adjusts the side-to-side strength. To adjust fader and balance, select FADER or BALANCE, then press ENTER on the interface selector. The current setting is shown on the screen. Turn the interface knob to the desired level, and enter your selection by pressing ENTER on the interface selector. To equalize the fader or balance, turn the interface knob until the marks on the sound grid come to the center of the adjustment bar.


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Dolby PL (ProLogic) II - Dolby PL (ProLogic) II signal processing creates multi-channel surround sound from 2 channel stereo audio sources. Dolby ProLogic II can only activate when listening to DISC (CD-DA, MP3/WMA), XM radio, and AUX. When ProLogic II is active, ‘‘PL II’’ is shown in the audio display. ProLogic ON/OFF settings are independently controlled for DISC, XM and AUX sources.


To set this feature on or off, select Dolby PL II, and press ENTER on the interface selector. Rotate the interface dial to ON or OFF, and press ENTER. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. ‘‘Dolby’’, ‘‘ProLogic’’, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.


Speed-sensitiveVolume Compensation(SVC) The SVC mode controls the volume based on vehicle speed. The faster you go, the louder the audio volume becomes. As you slow down, the audio volume decreases. The SVC has four modes; SVC OFF, SVC LOW, SVC MID, and SVC HIGH. The default setting is MID. To change the SVC mode, select SVC, then press ENTER on the interface selector. The current setting is shown on the screen. Turn the interface knob to the desired level, and enter your selection by pressing ENTER on the interface selector. If you feel the sound is too loud, choose low. If you feel the sound is too quiet, choose high.


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Without rear entertainment system


With rear entertainment system


AUDIO DISPLAY


AUDIO DISPLAY


CATEGORY BUTTONS


PRESET BUTTONS


TUNE KNOB


DISPLAY/ MODE BUTTON


SCAN BUTTON


POWER/ VOLUME KNOB XM BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON


CATEGORY BUTTONS


TUNE KNOB


DISPLAY/ MODE BUTTON


INTERFACE DIAL


INTERFACE DIAL


XM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON POWER/ VOLUME KNOB


PRESET BUTTONS


AUDIO BUTTON


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Your vehicle is capable of receiving XM® Satellite Radio anywhere in the United States, and Canada, except Hawaii and Alaska. XM® is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio, Inc. XM Satellite Radio receives signals from two satellites to produce clear, high-quality digital reception. It offers many channels in several categories. Along with a large selection of different types of music, XM Satellite Radio also allows you to view channel and category selections in the audio display.


Operating the XM Radio


Push the AUDIO button to display XM information on the screen. You can operate the XM Satellite Radio system with the interface dial.


To listen to XM satellite radio, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Push the power/volume knob to turn on the audio system, and press the button. The last channel you listened to will show in the display. Adjust the volume by turning the power/volume knob.


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MODE - To switch between the category mode and channel mode, press and hold the DISP/MODE button until the mode changes. The CATEGORY or CHANNEL mode is displayed on the screen. To switch the mode with the interface dial, scroll down, select MODE, and press ENTER on the selector.


In the category mode, such as Jazz, Rock, Classical, etc., you can navigate through all of the channels within that category. In the channel mode, you can select all of the available channels. Each time you press and release the DISP/MODE button, the audio display changes in the following sequence: channel name, channel number, category, artist name, and music title. On the screen, you will see the selected CHANNEL (number), CATEGORY, NAME (artist name), and TITLE (music title).


TUNE - Turn the TUNE knob to change channel selections. Turn the knob right for higher numbered channels and left for lower numbered channels. You can also change channels with the interface selector, push down the interface selector to choose TUNE and press ENTER on the selector. Turn the interface knob to the same directions. In the category mode, you can only select channels within that category.


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CATEGORY (- or +) - Press either button to select another category. You can also change a category by pushing the interface selector left or right.


SCAN - The scan function gives you a sampling of all channels while in the channel mode. In the category mode, only the channels within that category are scanned. To activate SCAN, press the SCAN button. To scan with the interface dial, scroll down, and push the interface selector to the right. You will see SCAN on the screen and audio display.


The system plays each channel in numerical order for a few seconds, then selects the next channel. When you hear a channel you want to continue listening to, push the interface selector to the right again or press the SCAN button to cancel.


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5. Press the


button or scroll up again. The other XM band will be shown. Store the next six channels using steps 2 and 3. Once a channel is stored, press and release the proper preset button to tune to it.


2. Use the tune or scan function to


tune to a desired channel. In category mode, only channels within that category can be selected. In channel mode, all channels can be selected.


3. Pick the preset button you want for


that channel. Press and hold the preset button until you hear a beep. You can also pick the number with the interface dial. Select your desired number and press and hold ENTER on the interface selector.


4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the


first six channels.


XM BAND


Preset - You can store up to 12
preset channels using the six preset buttons. Each button stores one channel from the XM1 band and one channel from the XM2 band. To store a channel: 1. Press the


button or scroll


up by pushing the interface selector up. Either XM1 or XM2
will be shown on the display.


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XM Radio Display Messages


‘‘LOADING’’ - XM is loading the audio or program information. ‘‘OFF AIR’’ - The channel


‘‘UPDATING’’- The encryption


currently selected is no longer broadcasting.


code is being updated. Wait until the encryption code is fully updated. Channels 0 and 1
should still work normally.


‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ - The signal is currently too weak. Move the vehicle to an area away from tall buildings, and with an unobstructed view of the southern horizon.


‘‘


’’ - The selected channel number does not exist or is not part of your subscription, or this channel has no artist or title information at this time.


‘‘ANTENNA’’- There is a problem


with the XM antenna. Please consult your dealer.


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The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause satellite reception interruptions. To help compensate for this, ground-based repeaters are placed in major metropolitan areas. Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator.


Signal may be blocked by mountains or large obstacles to the south.


Signal weaker in these areas.


SATELLITE


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Depending on where you drive, you may experience reception problems. Interference can be caused by any of these conditions: ● Driving on the north side of an


east/west mountain road.


● Driving on the north side of a large commercial truck on an east/west road.


● Driving in tunnels. ● Driving on a road beside a vertical wall, steep cliff, or hill to the south of you.


● Driving on the lower level of a


multi-tiered road.


● Driving on a single lane road


alongside dense trees taller than 50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you.


There may be other geographic situations that could affect satellite radio reception.


AsrequiredbytheFCC: Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser's authoritytooperatetheequipment. Receiving XM Satellite Radio Service If your XM Radio service has expired or you purchased your vehicle from a previous owner, you can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Satellite Radio. With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position, push the power/volume knob to turn on the audio system, and button. A variety of press the music types and styles will play. If you decide to purchase XM satellite radio service, contact XM Radio at www. xmradio.com,or at 1-800-852-9696. In Canada, contact XM Canada at www. xmradio.ca,or at 1-877-438-9677. You will need to give them your radio I.D. number and your credit card number. To get your radio I.D. number, turn the TUNE knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. Your I.D. will appear in the display.


After you've registered with XM Radio, keep your audio system in the Satellite Radio mode while you wait for activation. This should take about 30 minutes. While waiting for activation, make sure your vehicle remains in an open area with good reception. Once your audio system is activated, ‘‘category’’ or ‘‘CH’’ will appear in the display, and you'll be able to listen to XM Radio broadcasts. XM Radio will continue to send an activation signal to your vehicle for at least 12 hours from the activation request. If the service has not been activated after 36 hours, contact XM Radio.


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With rear entertainment system


AUDIO DISPLAY


REPEAT BUTTON


RANDOM BUTTON


SEEK BUTTONS


AUDIO DISPLAY


PRESET BUTTONS


EJECT BUTTON


FOLDER KNOB


DISPLAY/ MODE BUTTON


SCAN BUTTON LOAD BUTTON POWER/ VOLUME KNOB REPEAT BUTTON


DISC BUTTON


AUDIO BUTTON


RANDOM BUTTON SEEK BUTTONS


EJECT BUTTON


FOLDER KNOB


INTERFACE DIAL


INTERFACE DIAL DISPLAY/MODE BUTTON


SCAN BUTTON LOAD BUTTON POWER/ VOLUME KNOB


DISC BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS


AUDIO BUTTON


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Your vehicle's audio system has an in-dash disc changer with the same controls used for the radio. To operate the disc changer, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. The disc changer can play these disc formats: ● CD (CD-DA) ● CD-R/RW ● DVD-A ● DVD-R/RW ● MP3/WMA The disc packages or jackets should have one of these marks.


The changer can also play MP3 or WMA format (see page 224). DVD-A discs not meeting DVD verification standards may not be playable. The changer cannot play DVD-V format. Some CD-DA and CD-ROM mixed discs are not playable. Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent # 's:5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2007 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved. You cannot load and play 3-inch (8-cm) discs in this system.


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Do not use discs with adhesive labels. The label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit.


Loading Discs in the Changer To load multiple discs in one operation: 1. With the ignition in the


ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position, press and hold the LOAD button until you hear a beep and see ‘‘LOAD’’ in the upper display, then release the button.


2. Insert a disc into the slot. Insert it only about halfway; the drive will pull it in the rest of the way. You will see ‘‘BUSY’’ in audio display. When you insert the first disc, the changer will start to play the disc.


3. When ‘‘LOAD’’ appears in the


audio display again, insert the next disc into the slot. Do not try to insert a disc until ‘‘LOAD’’ appears. You could damage the audio unit.


4. Repeat this until all six positions are loaded. If you are not loading all six positions, the system will then begin playing the last disc loaded.


If you stop loading discs before all six positions are filled, the system will wait for 10 seconds, stop the load operation, and begin playing the last disc loaded. To load a single disc: 1. Press and release the LOAD


button.


2. ‘‘NO DISC’’ is shown on the screen


for an empty position in the changer. When the green load indicator comes on and you see the ‘‘LOAD’’ in the audio display, insert the disc into the slot. Insert it only about halfway; the drive will pull it in the rest of the way.


You can select the position to load a disc. Turn the interface knob or press a preset button to select the position, then press ENTER on the selector. This starts the loading sequence. If you do not select the position, the system loads the disc to the first empty position in numerical order. If you press the LOAD button while a disc is playing, the system will stop playing that disc and start the loading sequence. It will then play the disc just loaded.


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The player can play CD-TEXT, MP3, and WMA formats. When you play CD-TEXT, you will see the track name, artist name, and album name on the screen. When you play MP3/WMA discs, you will see the track name and folder name on the screen. If the disc was not recorded with this information, it will not be displayed. Each time you press the DISP button, the audio display changes from album name, to track name, to artist name, and then to normal display that shows the track number and the current time. When playing a disc in MP3/WMA, the display mode changes from folder name, to file name, to artist tag, to album tag, to track tag, and then to normal display.


If the disc does not carry album, track, or artist name, pressing the DISP button changes the display from normal display to ‘‘NO INFO’’. To Change Tracks Each time you press and release the SEEK (+) button or push the interface selector to the right, the player skips forward to the beginning of the next track. Press and release the SEEK (-) button or push the interface selector to the left to skip backward to the beginning of the current track. Press the SEEK (-) button or push the interface selector to the left again to skip to the previous track. To move rapidly within a track, press and hold the SEEK (-) or SEEK (+) button.


To Play a Disc


CURRENT DISC


Select the changer by pressing the DISC button. The system will begin playing the last selected disc in the disc changer. You will see the current disc position highlighted. To select a different disc, press the corresponding number on the preset buttons, or turn the interface knob to highlight the desired disc, then press ENTER on the interface selector.


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Track Scan When you press the SCAN button or scroll down and push the interface selector to the left, the next track of the current track plays for about 10
seconds. You will see SCAN next to TRACK on the screen and audio display. To listen to the rest of the track, press and hold the SCAN button until you hear a beep or push the interface selector to the left again within 10 seconds. If you don't, the system advances to the next track, plays about 10
seconds of it, and continues through the rest of the tracks the same way.


Disc Scan When you press the SCAN button repeatedly until you see D-SCAN in the audio display, or push down the interface selector to the right, the first track of the current disc plays for about 10 seconds. You will see SCAN next to DISC on the screen and D-SCAN in the audio display. To listen to the rest of the disc, press and hold the SCAN button until you hear a beep, or push down the interface selector to the right again within 10 seconds. If you don't, the system advances to the next disc, plays about 10 seconds of its first track, and continues through the rest of the discs the same way. When the system reaches the last disc, DISC SCAN is canceled, and that disc continues to play.


To Choose a Track


CURRENT TRACK


You can also choose a track directly from a track list. Press ENTER on the interface selector, and the track list screen will be shown. If there are no track names, track numbers are displayed. You will see the current track is highlighted. Turn the interface knob to select the desired track, then press ENTER on the interface selector. To exit the track list display, press the AUDIO button, or push the interface selector to the left.


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Track Repeat To replay the current track continuously, press and release the RPT button, or use the interface selector to scroll down, select TRACK REPEAT, and press ENTER on the interface selector. As a reminder, you will see REPEAT next to TRACK on the screen and RPT in the audio display. To turn this feature off, press and hold the RPT button until you hear a beep, or highlight TRACK REPEAT (if not already highlighted), and press ENTER on the interface selector again.


Disc Repeat To replay the current disc continuously, press the RPT button repeatedly until you see D-RPT in the audio display, or use the interface selector to scroll down, select DISC REPEAT, and press ENTER on the interface selector. As a reminder, you will see REPEAT next to DISC on the screen and D-RPT in the audio display. To turn this feature off, press and hold the RPT button until you hear a beep, or highlight DISC REPEAT (if not already highlighted), and press ENTER on the interface selector again.


Random Play To play the tracks of the current disc in random order, press and release the RDM button, or use the interface selector to scroll down, select TRACK RANDOM, and press ENTER on the interface selector. As a reminder, you will see RANDOM next to TRACK on the screen and RDM in the audio display. To turn this feature off, press and hold the RDM button until you hear a beep, or highlight TRACK RANDOM (if not already highlighted), and press ENTER on the interface selector again.


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To Pause a Disc To pause a disc, press the preset button which corresponds to the current disc. To play the disc again, press the preset button again. To Stop Playing a Disc To take the system out of disc mode, press the AM/FM button the button, or the AUX button. To return to disc mode, press the DISC button. If you turn the system off while a disc is playing, either with the power/ volume knob or the ignition switch, play will continue at the same point when you turn it back on.


Playing a DVD-A Disc Use the disc controls previously described. Playing an MP3/WMA Disc The changer plays MP3/WMA files in recorded order. Each disc can hold up to 400 playable files within 8
folder layers. When playing MP3
discs, a disc can support a maximum number of 100 folders, and each folder can hold 255 playable files. The specifications of the compatible MP3 files are: Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz (MPEG1) 16/22.05/24 kHz (MPEG2) Bitrate: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/ 112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps Compatible with variable bitrate and multi-session.


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The specifications of the compatible WMA files are: Sampling frequency: 22.05/32/44.1/ 48 kHz Bitrate: 48/64/80/96/128/160/192
kbps Compatible with variable bitrate and multi-session. To play an MP3/WMA disc, use the disc controls previously described, along with the following information.


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ChangingandSelectingtheFolders/ Files


Changing the Folders While playing an MP3/WMA disc, you can select a folder within the disc by turning the TUNE knob. Each time you rotate the knob, the folder title and its first file's information appear in the audio display in recorded order.


If you use the interface selector, you can see the list of all the files and folders within a disc. While playing a MP3/WMA disc, press the AUDIO button. The currently playing folder and file information comes on the screen. Turn the selector knob, highlight the folder you want to see the information within, and press ENTER.


Repeat the procedure to go into a lower folder. If you highlight a file and press ENTER, the system starts to play your selected file.


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Folder Scan This feature, when activated, samples the first file of each folder for 10
seconds. To scan a folder, press the SCAN button repeatedly until you see F-SCAN in the audio display. You will see SCAN next to FOLDER and F-SCAN in the audio display. To listen to the rest of the folder, press and hold the SCAN button until you hear a beep. If you do not, the system advances to the next folder, plays 10 seconds of it, and continues throughout the rest of the folder the same way. When the system samples the first file of all folders, folder scan is canceled, and the last file played comes back.


Folder Repeat This feature, when activated, replays all files on the selected folder. To activate folder repeat mode, press and hold the RPT button repeatedly until you see F-RPT in the audio display, or use the interface selector to scroll down, select FOLDER REPEAT by interface knob, and press ENTER on the interface selector. You will see REPEAT next to FOLDER on the screen and F-RPT in the audio display. To turn this feature off, press and hold the PRT button until you hear a beep, or highlight FOLDER REPEAT (if not already highlighted), and press ENTER on the interface selector again.


Folder Random This feature, when activated, plays in the current folder in random order. To activate folder random play, press the RDM button twice, or use the interface selector to scroll down, select FOLDER RANDOM by interface knob, and press ENTER on the interface selector. You will see RANDOM next to FOLDER on the screen and F-RDM in the audio display. To turn this feature off, press and hold the RDM button until you hear a beep, or highlight FOLDER RANDOM (if not already highlighted), and press ENTER on the interface selector again.


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Removing Discs from the Changer To remove the disc that is currently playing, press the eject button. You will see ‘‘EJECT’’ in the audio display. When you remove the disc from the slot, the system automatically enters the previous mode AM, FM1, FM2, or XM Satellite Radio. The system also begins the load sequence so you can load another disc. If you do not load another disc, the load sequence is canceled, and the system continues playing in the previous mode. If you do not remove the disc from the slot, the system will reload the disc after 10 seconds. To begin playing the disc, press the disc button.


To remove a different disc from the changer, first select it by pressing the corresponding number on the preset button or turning the interface knob, and pressing ENTER on the interface selector. When that disc begins playing, press the eject button. When you press the eject button while listening to the radio, or with the audio system turned off, the disc that was last selected is ejected. After that disc is ejected, pressing the eject button again will eject the next disc in numerical order. By doing this six times, you can remove all the discs from the changer. You can also eject discs when the ignition switch is off: To eject one disc, press and release the eject button. To eject all discs, press and hold the eject button.


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Error Message


Cause


HEAT ERROR


High Temperature


FORMAT


Track/File format not supported


BAD DISC -


PLEASE CHECK


OWNER'S


MANUAL PUSH


EJECT


BAD DISC -


PLEASE CHECK


OWNER'S MANUAL


Mechanical Error


Servo Error


Solution


Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal. Current track will be skipped. The next supported track or file plays automatically. Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc(s). Check the disc for serious damage, signs of deformation, excessive scratches, and/or dirt (see page 229). Insert the disc again. If the code does not disappear, or the disc(s) cannot be removed, consult your dealer. Do not try to force the disc out of the player.


Disc Changer Error Messages


The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc. If you see an error message in the display while playing a disc, press the eject button. After ejecting the disc, check it for damage or deformation. If there is no damage, insert the disc again. For the additional information on damaged discs, see page 229. The audio system will try to play the disc. If there is still a problem, the error message will reappear. Press the eject button, and pull out the disc. Insert a different disc. If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer.


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General Information ● When using CD-R or CD-RW


discs, use only high quality discs labeled for audio use.


● When recording a CD-R or


CD-RW, the recording must be closed for it to be used by the disc changer.


● Play only standard, round, 5-inch


(12 cm) discs. Smaller or odd- shaped discs may jam in the drive or cause other problems.


● Handle your discs properly to prevent damage and skipping.


Do not use discs with adhesive labels. The label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit.


Protecting Discs When a disc is not being played, store it in its case to protect it from dust and other contamination. To prevent warpage, keep discs out of direct sunlight and extreme heat. To clean a disc, use a clean soft cloth. Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge. A new disc may be rough on the inner and outer edges. The small plastic pieces causing this roughness can flake off and fall on the recording surface of the disc, causing skipping or other problems. Remove these pieces by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pencil or pen. Never try to insert foreign objects in the disc changer.


Protecting Your Discs


Handle a disc by its edges; never touch either surface. Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the disc. These, along with contamination from finger prints, liquids, and felt-tip pens, can cause the disc to not play properly, or possibly jam in the drive.


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Protecting Your Discs


Additional Information on Recommended Discs The in-dash disc player/changer has a sophisticated and delicate mechanism. If you insert a damaged disc as indicated in this section, it may become stuck inside and damage the audio unit. Examples of these discs are shown to the right:


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1. Bubbled, wrinkled, labeled and excessively thick discs


Bubbled/ Wrinkled


With Label/ Sticker


Using Printer Label Kit


Sealed


With Plastic Ring


2. Damaged discs


3. Poor quality discs


Chipped/ Cracked


Warped


Burrs


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4. Small, irregular shaped discs


5. Discs with scratches, dirty discs


Protecting Your Discs


● Recommended discs are printed with the following logo. For the rear entertainment system, see page 264.


3-inch (8-cm) CD


Triangle Shape


Fingerprints, scratches, etc.


● CD-R or CD-RW may not play due


to the recording conditions.


● Scratches and fingerprints on the discs may cause the sound to skip.


● Audio unit may not play the


following formats.


Can Shape


Arrow Shape


● This audio unit cannot play a


Dualdisc® .


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Auxiliary Input Jack


AllmodelsexceptU.S.Entertainment PackageandCanadianElitePackage models


U.S.EntertainmentPackageand CanadianElitePackagemodels


The auxiliary input jack is inside the front console compartment. The system will accept auxiliary input from standard audio accessories. When a compatible audio unit is connected to the jack, press the AUX button to select it.


Auxiliary input jacks and headphone connectors for the rear entertainment system are on the back of the center console compartment. For more information, see page 267.


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MODE BUTTON


CH BUTTON


VOL BUTTON


Three controls for the audio system are mounted in the steering wheel hub. These let you control basic functions without removing your hand from the wheel.


The VOL button adjusts the volume up (▲) or down (▼). Press the top or bottom of the button, hold it until the desired volume is reached, then release it. The MODE button changes the mode. Pressing the button repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM, DISC (if a disc is loaded), DVD video (if equipped), XM1, XM2, or AUX. If you are listening to the radio, use the CH button to change stations. Each time you press the top (+) of the button, the system goes to the next preset station on the band you are listening to. Press the bottom (-) to go back to the previous station. To search up and down from the current frequency and find a station with a strong signal, press the top (+) or bottom (-) of the button for 1 second.


Remote Audio Controls


If you are playing a disc, the system skips to the beginning of the next track each time you press the top (+) of the CH button. Press the bottom (-) to return to the beginning of the current track. Press it again to return to the previous track. You will see the disc and track numbers in the upper display. To go to the next disc, press the top (+) of the button. Press the bottom (-) to go back to the previous disc. When you play an MP3/WMA disc, press the top (+) of the button for 1
second to go to the next folder. Press the bottom (-) for 1 second to go back to the previous folder.


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Remote Audio Controls


If you are listening to XM Satellite Radio, use the CH button to change channels. Each time you press the top (+) of the button, the system goes to the next preset channel. Press the bottom (-) to go back to the previous preset channel. To go to the next channel of the category you are listening to, press the top (+) of the button for 1
second. Press the bottom (-) for 1
second to go back to the previous channel.


If you are playing a DVD video, use the channel button to change chapters. Each time you press the top (+) of the button, the system goes to the next chapter. Press the bottom (-) to return to the beginning of the current chapter. Press it again to return to the previous chapter.


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Your vehicle's audio system may disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason. To make it work again, you must enter a specific five-digit code with the preset buttons. Because there are hundreds of number combinations possible from the five digits, making the system work without knowing the exact code is nearly impossible. You should have received a card that lists your audio system code number and serial number. It is best to store this card in a safe place at home. In addition, you should write the audio system's serial number in this owner's manual. If you lose the card, you must obtain the code number from your dealer. To do this, you will need the audio system's serial number.


If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see ‘‘ ’’ in the audio display the next time you turn on the system. Use the preset buttons to enter the five-digit code. The code is located on the radio code card included in your owner's manual kit. When it is entered correctly, the radio will start playing. If you make a mistake entering the code, do not start over; complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. You have 10 tries to enter the correct code. If you are unsuccessful in 10 attempts, you must then leave the system on for 1
hour before trying again.


Radio Theft Protection


The system will retain your AM and FM presets even if power is disconnected.


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Setting the Clock and Calendar


U.S. model is shown


: Press SET


Onmodelswithoutnavigationsystem You can see the clock and calendar information on the upper display. To set the clock and the calendar: 1. Press and hold the SET button until the clock display begins to blink.


2. Press and release the SET button


repeatedly. The mode switches from hours, minutes, AM/PM, year, month, then to day as shown above.


3. Select the desired mode by


pressing the SET button, then press either ▼ or ▲ button to change the setting.


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4. After you set the day information, pressing the SET button again will cancel this setting mode and the system shows the adjusted display.


The system will also automatically return to the normal display about 10
seconds after you stop adjusting a mode. Onmodelswithnavigationsystem The navigation system receives signals from the global positioning system (GPS), and the displayed time is updated automatically by the GPS. Refer to the navigation system manual for how to adjust the time.


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AvailableonU.S.EntertainmentPackage andCanadianElitePackagemodels Your vehicle is equipped with a rear entertainment system that includes a DVD player for the enjoyment of the rear passengers. With this system, the rear passengers can enjoy a different entertainment source (radio, disc changer, DVD player, XM Radio, or optional CD changer/tape player) than the front seat occupants. The audio is broadcast through the supplied wireless headphones. The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position to operate the rear entertainment system.


To Turn On the System Press the REAR PWR button. The indicator on the REAR PWR button will come on, as well as the indicator on the FRONT SOURCE button. The rear seat passengers can then operate the rear system from the control panel in the ceiling. The rear control panel can also be detached and used as a remote control, by pushing the RELEASE button, and pulling the remote toward you. Pressing the REAR CTRL OFF button disables rear control. The indicator in the button comes on and your passengers can no longer operate the system with the rear control panel. When the button is pressed, the ‘‘CTRL OFF’’ message appears in the overhead screen to let your passengers know that the control panel is disabled.


Rear Entertainment System


The rear system selects the source it was last set to. If that source has been removed (the DVD has been ejected from the player, for example), you will see ‘‘DVD EJECT’’ in the display. You should select another source or insert a DVD. Rear Speakers When you turn on the system, the rear speakers are automatically turned off if the rear system selects a different entertainment source than the front system. You will see the Rear Speakers Off icon both in the audio display and the overhead screen. The sound for the rear system is sent to the wireless headphones. If you want to turn the rear speakers on again, press and hold the REAR PWR button until the Rear Speakers Off icon goes off. NOTE: The rear speakers are connected to the front system, so they will always play the source that the front system is set to.


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Rear Entertainment System


U.S.EntertainmentPackageand CanadianElitePackagemodels


REAR PWR BUTTON


REAR CTRL OFF BUTTON


Overhead Screen Unit


FRONT SOURCE BUTTON REAR SOURCE BUTTON


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Operating the DVD Player from the Front Control Panel The DVD player in your rear entertainment system can play DVD video discs, audio CDs MP3/WMA discs and DTS CDs.


To Select Rear Entertainment from the Front Control Panel To operate the rear entertainment system from the front panel, press the REAR SOURCE button. You will hear two beeps and the indicator in the button comes on to show that the control panel is enabled. If you do not operate the rear entertainment system from the front panel within 10 seconds, the indicator goes off and the FRONT SOURCE indicator comes on automatically. To play the radio, the buttons for the front entertainment system have the same functions. If discs are loaded in the disc changer of the upper part, select the 6 DISC button. If a disc is loaded in the lower player, select the DVD button.


Rear Entertainment System


REAR CONTROL PANEL


OPEN BUTTON


OVERHEAD SCREEN


Open the overhead screen by pushing the OPEN button. The screen will swing down part-way. Pivot the screen the rest of the way. If you pivot the screen too far forward, past the second detent, the display will turn off. Pivot the screen back to the second or first detent to turn the display back on. To close the screen, pivot it up until it latches.


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Rear Entertainment System


U.S.EntertainmentPackageand CanadianElitePackagemodels


SEEK/SKIP BUTTONS


PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON


EJECT BUTTON


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Insert a DVD into the lower DVD/ CD slot in the audio unit. Push the DVD in halfway, the drive will pull it in the rest of the way. PLAY - Press the DVD ( button if the DVD does not start playing automatically. PAUSE - Press the DVD ( button to pause the DVD. Press the button again or press PLAY to resume. Pause works only with the DVD player.


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EJECT - Press the eject button to remove the DVD from the drive. To Return to Front Audio Controls To return front panel control to the front audio system. Press the FRONT SOURCE button. You will hear a beep and the indicator in the button comes on. The indicator also comes on automatically, when you do not operate the rear entertainment system for 10 seconds.


Rear Entertainment System


Using the Rear Control Panel To turn on the rear entertainment system from the rear control panel, press the PWR button. Use the AM/ FM button, XM RADIO button, 6
DISC button, DVD button, or AUX button to select the entertainment source. The selected source will be shown in the display. Make sure the rear control operation has not been disabled with the REAR CTRL button on the front panel. When the audio system is off or the front side rear power is off, the rear control panel cannot be turned on.


SEEK/SKIP - Press and hold the + button to move forward; you will see the time elapsed shown in the overhead screen advancing rapidly. Press and hold the - button to move backward; you will see the time elapsed shown in the overhead screen decreasing. Release the button when the system reaches the point you want. Each time you press the + button and release it, the system skips forward to the beginning of the next track or chapter. Press and release the - button to skip backward to the beginning of the current track. Press and release it again to skip to the beginning of the previous track or chapter.


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Rear Entertainment System


, or


button to


To Play the Radio from the Rear Control Panel Use the ▲ , ▼ , highlight SEEK, TUNE, AUTO SELECT, SCAN, or one of the preset radio stations on the overhead screen. You can enter the highlighted function by pressing the ENT button. These functions have the same features as those of the front audio system. You can also use the or down and


buttons to seek up/ or


to tune up/down.


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REAR CONTROL PANEL


To Play the XM Radio from the Rear Control Panel You can also use the buttons to change categories up/ down and channels up/down within a category (in CATEGORY mode) or up/down for all channels (in CH mode).


to change


or


or


, or


button to


Use the ▲ , ▼ , highlight CATE (to change categories), CHAN (to change channels), MODE (to change category or channel mode), SCAN, or one of the preset channels on the overhead screen. You can enter the highlighted function by pressing the ENT button. These functions have the same features as those of the front audio system.


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Rear Entertainment System


While the overhead screen is closed, you can see the XM radio information in the subsidiary display in the ceiling. Pressing the DISP MODE button repeatedly changes the subsidiary display from the channel number, to the category name, to the music title, to the artist name, and to the channel name, and then back to the channel number. To change mode, press and hold the DISP MODE button for 5 seconds.


To Play a Disc in the 6-Disc Changer from the Rear Control Panel If discs are loaded in the disc changer, select them by pressing the 6 DISC button. Use the ▲ , ▼ , highlight REPEAT, RANDOM, SCAN, , or (cue) on the overhead screen. You can enter the highlighted function by pressing the ENT button. These functions have the same features as those of the front audio system.


button to


(skip),


, or


, or


button to


To change the disc currently playing, use the ▲ , ▼ , highlight your selected disc icon, and press ENT. If CDs are loaded in the CD changer and the overhead screen is not open, pressing the ▲ or ▼ button changes the discs.


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Rear Entertainment System


REAR CONTROL PANEL


OPEN BUTTON


OVERHEAD SCREEN


button again quickly to


Press the go to the previous chapter. To move rapidly within a chapter, press and hold the The system will continue to move through the chapter. Press the button to move forward, or the button to move backward. Release the button when the system reaches the point you want.


button.


or


To Play a DVD from the Rear Control Panel The video screen is for use by rear seat passengers only. The driver and front seat passenger should not try to view the screen while driving. Open the overhead screen by pushing the OPEN button. The screen will swing down part-way. Pivot the screen the rest of the way. If you pivot the screen too far forward, past the second detent, the display will turn off. Pivot the screen back to the second or first detent to turn the display back on. To close the screen, pivot it up until it latches. Press the button when you want to pause the DVD. Press this button again to go back to PLAY. Press the beginning of the next chapter. Press the beginning of the current chapter.


button to return to the


button to skip to the


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To select the menu on the DVD, press the MENU/SCROLL button. Use the ▲ , ▼ , buttons to move to the desired menu selection, then press the ENT button to enter your selection.


, and


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DISP Button


MENU SCROLL Button


Top Menu


Rear Entertainment System


When you press the DISP button while a DVD is playing, the current status of title, chapter, elapsed time, angle, subtitle, audio, and sound characteristics, with the personal surround logo are displayed. To return to the DVD video screen, press the DISP button again. If you do not press the DISP button, the screen returns to the DVD video screen after several seconds.


When you press the MENU SCROLL button while a DVD is playing, the DVD Menu appears. The menu options are TOP MENU, MENU, PLAY MODE, SEARCH, and NUM INPUT. To go to your selected menu, use the


or


button to highlight the icon


and press the ENT button. To return to the DVD video screen, select EXIT.


When you select ‘‘TOP MENU’’, the screen changes to the DVD's title menu. This menu also appears when you press the MENU SCROLL button while a DVD is not playing. To go back to play, press the RETURN button.


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Rear Entertainment System


Menu


Play Mode


‘‘Audio’’


When you select ‘‘MENU’’ with the


or


button, the screen changes to


the DVD's title menu.


When you select ‘‘PLAY MODE’’ with the button, you can change the DVD's Audio, Subtitle or Angle setting.


or


To change the Audio setting, highlight ‘‘Audio’’ from the play mode menu with the ▼ or ▲ button and press the ENT button. A submenu of the dubbed language appears. You can select another language by pressing the or button. The sound characteristics (Dolby Digital, LPCM, MPEG Audio, dts) recorded with the selected language is also displayed next to the language.


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‘‘Subtitle’’


The selectable languages vary from DVD to DVD, and this feature may not be available on some DVDs. Press the RETURN button or cursor back with the ▼ or ▲ button to go back to the top of the Play Mode menu. Press the RETURN button again to exit completely.


To change the DVD's subtitle, highlight ‘‘Subtitle’’ from the play mode menu with the ▼ or ▲ button and press the ENT button. You can see the available subtitles with the or button. Press the ENT button when your desired subtitle is highlighted.


Rear Entertainment System


After selecting your desired subtitle, press the RETURN button or cursor back with the ▼ or ▲ button to go back to the top of the Play Mode menu. Press the RETURN button again to exit completely.


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Rear Entertainment System


‘‘Angle’’


Search


If there are no multiple angles available on the DVD, you cannot change from ‘‘Angle 1’’. Press the RETURN button or cursor back with the ▼ or ▲ button to go back to the top of the Play Mode menu. Press the RETURN button again to exit completely.


To change the view angle, highlight ‘‘Angle’’ from the play mode menu with the ▼ or ▲ button and press the ENT button. You can see the available angle options with the button. Press the ENT button


or


when your desired subtitle is highlighted.


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or


When you highlight ‘‘Search’’ with the button, the ‘‘Jump to chapter and title number input’’ message appears. To select ‘‘Chapter’’ or ‘‘Title’’ search, press the ENT button.


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‘‘Title/ChapterSearch’’


NumInput


button to jump to your desired


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