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Radio: Manually selects radio stations. CD: Selects tracks.

7. RADIO/BAND

Changes the band while listening to the radio. Selects the radio when listening to a different audio source.

8. / BACK

Menu: Moves one level back. Character Input: Deletes the last character.

9. MEDIA

Selects external audio source.

10. CLOCK

Opens the Clock menu.

11. 5 / > (Phone Mute)

Mutes the audio system.

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Overview (Radio with CD/USB)

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1. O /VOL (Power/Volume)

Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume.

2. Z (Eject)

Removes a disc from the CD slot. 3. Buttons 1−6

Radio: Saves and selects favorite stations.

4. AUX Port

3.5 mm (1/8 in) connection for external devices.

5. Push/MENU/TUNE

Radio: Manually selects radio stations. CD: Selects tracks.

6. FAV (Favorites)

Radio: Opens the favorites list.

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INFO (Information)

12. RADIO/BAND

Radio: Shows available information about the current station. CD: Shows available information about the current track.

8. CD Slot 9. SEEK ¨

Radio: Seeks the next station. CD: Selects the next track or fast forwards within a track. 10. © SEEK

Radio: Seeks the previous station. CD: Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track.

11. MEDIA

Selects the CD player or an external audio source.

Changes the band while listening to the radio. Selects the radio when listening to a different audio source.

13. CLOCK

Opens the Clock menu.

14. TONE

Opens the Tone menu.

15. CONFIG (Configuration)

Opens the Configuration menu.

16. / BACK

Menu: Moves one level back. Character Input: Deletes the last character.

17. 5 / > (Phone/Mute)

Opens the Phone menu. Mutes the audio system.

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Overview (Radio with Touchscreen)

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Home Page (Radio with Touchscreen)

Touchscreen Buttons Touchscreen buttons show on the screen when available. When a function is unavailable, the button may gray out. When a function is selected, the button may highlight. Home Page Features

1. z VOL y (Volume)

3. D (Home Page)

Press to decrease or increase the volume.

2. O (Power)

Press and hold to turn the power on or off.

Press to go to the Home Page. See Home Page (Radio with Touchscreen) on page 7-7.

Press F to go to the Home Page. e audio: Press to select AM, FM, SiriusXM® (if equipped), USB/iPod/ Bluetooth Audio, or AUX. G picture & movie: Press to view a picture, movie, or auxiliary video.

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7 telephone: Press to activate the phone features (if equipped). See Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7-37 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7-28 or Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7-26. ^ smartphone link: Press to listen to Pandora® (if equipped), Stitcher®, or available application. See Smartphone Link (Overview) on page 7-45 or Smartphone Link (Pandora) on page 7-47 or Smartphone Link (Stitcher) on page 7-49. 8 settings: Press to access the Personalization menu. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-29.

Operation

Radio Controls without Touchscreen The infotainment system is operated by using the pushbuttons, multifunction knobs, menus shown on the display, and steering wheel controls, if equipped. Turning the System On or Off O /VOL (Power/Volume): Press to turn the system on and off.

Automatic Switch-Off If the infotainment system is on after the ignition is turned off, the system will turn off automatically after 10 minutes. Volume Control O /VOL (Power/Volume): Turn to adjust the volume.

5 / > (Phone/Mute): For vehicles with OnStar, press and hold 5 / > to mute the infotainment system. Press and hold 5 / > again, or turn the O /VOL knob to cancel mute. For vehicles without OnStar, press 5 / > to mute the infotainment system. Press 5 / > again, or turn the O /VOL knob to cancel mute. Menu System

Controls The Push/MENU/TUNE knob, Push/ MENU/TUNE button, and / BACK button are used to navigate the menu system. Push/MENU/TUNE Knob: Turn to: . Enter the menu system. . Highlight a menu option. . Select a value.

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2. Press the Push/MENU/TUNE

Entering a Character Sequence

button to select the highlighted option.

Submenus

Push/MENU/TUNE Button: Press to: . Select or activate the highlighted

menu option.

. Confirm a set value.

Turn a system setting on or off.

/ BACK: Press to: . Exit a menu. . Return from a submenu screen

to the previous menu screen. . Delete the last character in a

sequence.

Selecting a Menu Option

An arrow on the right-hand edge of the menu indicates that it has a submenu with other options.

Activating a Setting

1. Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE

knob to move the highlighted bar.

1. Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE knob to highlight the setting. 2. Press the Push/MENU/TUNE button to activate the setting.

1. Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE knob to highlight the setting. 2. Press the Push/MENU/TUNE button to select the character.

Audio Settings The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio player source. To quickly reset an audio setting value to 0: 1. Press the TONE button. 2. Select the audio setting. 3. Press and hold the Push/MENU/

TUNE button until the value changes to 0.

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Press the / BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu.

Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, and Bass

1. Press the TONE button. 2. Select Treble, Midrange,

or Bass.

3. Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE

knob to select the value between -12 and +12.

Press the / BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu.

Adjusting the Fader and Balance 1. Press the TONE button. 2. Select Fader or Balance.

3. Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE

knob to select the value between -15 and +15.

Press the / BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu.

Adjusting the EQ (Equalizer) For vehicles with an equalizer: 1. Press the TONE button. 2. Select EQ. 3. Select the setting for Pop, Rock,

Classical, Talk, or Country. Press the / BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu. System Settings

Configuring the Number of Favorite Pages

To configure the number of available favorite pages: 1. Press the Push/MENU/TUNE

button.

2. Select Radio Settings. 3. Select Radio Favorites. 4. Select the number of available

favorite pages.

5. Press the / BACK button to go

back to the System Configuration menu.

Auto Volume The auto volume feature automatically adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise as the vehicle speeds up or slows down, so that the volume level is consistent. The level of volume compensation can be selected, or the auto volume feature can be turned off. 1. Press the Push/MENU/TUNE

button.

2. Select Radio Settings.

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3. Select Auto volume control. 4. Select the setting. 5. Press the / BACK button to go

back to the System Configuration menu. Radio Controls with Touchscreen The infotainment system is operated by using the pushbuttons, menus shown on the display, and steering wheel controls.

Turning the System On or Off O (Power): Press and hold to turn the radio on and off.

Automatic Switch-Off If the infotainment system has been turned on after the ignition is turned off, the system will turn off automatically after 10 minutes.

Volume Control z VOL y (Volume): Press to increase or decrease the volume or press the volume bar.

> (Mute): Press z VOL y, then press > to mute and unmute the system. System Settings

Auto Volume This feature automatically adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise. The level of volume compensation can be selected, or the feature can be turned off. 1. Press D. 2. Select Settings. 3. Select Radio Settings. 4. Select the setting by pressing S

or T.

5. Press 4.

Auto Store (AS) This feature automatically stores the stations with the strongest reception.

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To store or update the stations, press and hold the AS screen button. To listen to a auto stored station: 1. Select AM or FM. 2. Press the AS screen button. 3. Press S or T repeatedly to select the desired AS page.

4. Press the desired preset station

screen button.

If AS is pressed with no stored stations, AS will update.

Audio Settings The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio player source. Tone Settings: Press menu, then tone settings from the AM or FM menu. . EQ (Equalizer): Press S or T to

select a sound style or turn off the sound style. When in tone

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settings “Manual” and “Talk” may be the only settings available depending on the sound system. . Bass, Mid (Midrange), or Treble:

Press − or + to change the desired sound style from −12
to +12. Fader or Balance: Adjust the front/rear or left/right speakers by dragging the dot in the vehicle image on the screen.

. Reset: Restore the settings back

to default settings.

Press OK to exit Tone Settings.

Radio

AM-FM Radio

Radio Controls without Touchscreen The buttons used to control the radio are: P /VOL: Press to turn the radio on and off. RADIO/BAND: Press to choose between AM, FM, and SiriusXM®, if equipped. Push/MENU/TUNE Knob: Turn to navigate the available menus. Turn to search for stations. INFO: Press to display additional information that may be available for the current song. SEEK ¨ : Press to search for the next station. © SEEK: Press to search for the previous station.

FAV: Press to open the favorites list and select the favorites page. 1−6: Press to select preset stations. RDS (Radio Data System) The radio may have RDS. The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. This feature only works when the information from the radio station is available. In rare cases, a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. While the radio is tuned to an FM-RDS station, the station name or call letters display. Radio Menus Radio menus are available for AM and FM. Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE knob to open the main radio menu for that band.

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Selecting a Band Press the RADIO/BAND button to choose AM, FM, or SiriusXM, if equipped. The last station that was playing starts playing again. Selecting a Station

Seek Tuning If the radio station is not known: Briefly press SEEK ¨ or © SEEK to automatically search for the next available station. If a station is not found, the radio switches to a more sensitive search level. If a station still is not found, the frequency that was last active begins to play. If the radio station is known: Press and hold SEEK ¨ or © SEEK until the station on the display is reached, then release the button.

Favorites List 1. Turn the Push/MENU/

TUNE knob.

2. Select Favorites List.

3. Select the station.

Station Lists 1. Turn the Push/MENU/

TUNE knob.

2. Select AM or FM Station List. All receivable stations in the current reception area are displayed. If a station list has not been created, an automatic station search is done.

3. The first station in the list

will play.

Category Lists Most stations that broadcast an RDS program type code specify the type of programming transmitted. Some stations change the program type code depending on the content. The system stores the RDS stations sorted by program type in the FM category list. To search for a programming type determined by station: 1. Turn the Push/MENU/

TUNE knob.

2. Select FM category list. A list of all available programming types displays.

3. Select the programming type. A list of stations that transmit programming of the selected type displays.

4. Select the station.

The category lists are updated when the station lists are updated.

Updating Station and Category Lists If stations stored in the station list can no longer be received: 1. Turn the Push/MENU/

TUNE knob.

2. Select Update AM or FM Station List, if the stations stored in the station list are no longer received. A station search will be completed and the first station in the updated list will play.

To cancel the station search, press the Push/MENU/TUNE button.

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Storing a Favorite Station Stations from all bands can be stored in any order in the favorite pages. Up to six stations can be stored in each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be set.

Storing Stations To store the station to a position in the list, press the corresponding button 1 to 6 until a beep is heard.

Retrieving Stations Press the FAV button to open a favorite page or to switch to another favorite page. Briefly press one of the 1 to 6 buttons to retrieve the station. Radio Controls with Touchscreen

Audio Source Menu z VOL y (Volume): Press to increase or decrease the volume.

O (Power): Press and hold to turn the system on and off. D (Home Page): Press to enter the Home Page. RDS (Radio Data System) The radio may have RDS. The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. This feature only works when the information from the radio station is available. In rare cases, a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. While the radio is tuned to an FM-RDS station, the station name or call letters display. Selecting a Band Press D, audio, then Source R to choose AM, FM, or SiriusXM®, if equipped. The last station that was playing starts playing again.

Selecting an Auxiliary Device

Connect the auxiliary device to the AUX input terminal. Play will begin when the system has finished reading the information on the device. If the storage device is already connected, press D, audio, Source R, select AUX from the drop down menu. Selecting a Station

Seek Tuning If the radio station is not known: Press g SEEK l to automatically search for available radio stations.

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Hold and drag to the left or right of the radio station to automatically search for available radio stations.

Manual Tuning Continue pressing q TUNE r to manually change the radio station.

Favorite List

From the AM or FM menu, press favorite list on the screen.

. Press Q or R to scroll through the list. Press on the station to select it.

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Station List

Update Station List

From the AM or FM menu, press AM or FM station list on the screen.

. Press Q or R to scroll through the list. Press on the station to select it.

Category List

From the FM menu, press FM category list on the screen.

. Press Q or R to scroll through the list. Press on the station to select it.

From the AM or FM menu, press update AM or FM station list on the screen. The broadcasting list updating will begin.

. During the AM or FM

broadcasting list update, press Cancel to stop the updates. Storing a Favorite Station Stations from all bands can be stored in any order in the favorite pages. Up to five stations can be stored in each of the seven favorites pages.

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Storing Stations To store the station to a position in the list, press the corresponding button 1−5 until a beep is heard. 1. Select the desired station. 2. Press S or T to select the

desired page of saved favorites.

3. Hold down any of the preset

buttons to save the current radio station to that button of the selected favorites page.

To change a preset button, tune to the new desired radio station and hold the button.

Satellite Radio

SiriusXM® Satelite Radio Service SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. SiriusXM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A service fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service. For more information, contact SiriusXM at www.siriusxm.com or 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.), and www.xmradio.ca or 1-877-209-0079
(Canada). Finding a Channel RADIO/BAND: Press to choose XM. The display will show the selection. SEEK ¨ : Press to seek the next XM channel. © SEEK: Press to seek the previous XM channel.

MENU/TUNE: Turn to go to the next XM channel. Storing an SiriusXM Channel Drivers are encouraged to set up XM channel favorites while the vehicle is not moving. Tune to favorite stations using the pushbuttons, favorites button, and steering wheel controls. See Defensive Driving on page 9-2. A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six pushbuttons positioned below the radio station frequency labels and by using the radio favorites page button (FAV button). Press the FAV button to go through up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM channels. To store an XM channel as a favorite: 1. Tune in the desired channel.

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2. Press and release the FAV

button to display the page where the channel is to be stored.

programming favorites for the chosen number of numbered pages.

3. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until a beep sounds. When the pushbutton is pressed and released, the channel that was set will return.

4. Repeat Steps 1−3 for each XM

channel to be stored as a favorite.

To set up the number of favorites pages: 1. Press and hold FAV until the

radio setup menu displays.

2. Select the desired number of

favorites pages by pressing the pushbutton located below the displayed page numbers. 3. Press FAV to return to the original main radio screen showing the radio frequency tabs and to begin the process of

Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory power outlet. AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other. For better radio reception, most AM radio stations boost the power levels during the day, and then reduce these levels during the night. Static can also occur when things like storms and

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power lines interfere with radio reception. When this happens, try reducing the treble on the radio. FM Stereo FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the radio has a built-in electronic circuit that automatically works to reduce interference, some static can occur, especially around tall buildings or hills, causing the sound to fade in and out. SiriusXM® Satellite Radio Service SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada. Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. In addition, traveling or standing under heavy foliage, bridges, garages, or tunnels may cause loss of the SiriusXM signal for a period of time.

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Multi-Band Antenna The multi-band antenna is on the roof of the vehicle. The antenna is used for the AM-FM radio, OnStar, the SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service System, and GPS (Global Positioning System), if the vehicle has these features. Keep the antenna clear of obstructions for clear reception. If the vehicle has a sunroof, the performance of the features listed above may be affected if the sunroof is open.

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Cellular Phone Usage Cellular phone usage may cause interference with the vehicle's radio. This interference may occur when making or receiving phone calls, charging the phone's battery, or simply having the phone on. This interference causes an increased level of static while listening to the radio. If static is received while listening to the radio, unplug the cellular phone and turn it off.

Satellite Radio Antenna The XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of the vehicle. Keep the antenna clear of obstructions for clear radio reception. If the vehicle has a sunroof, the performance of the XM system (if equipped) may be affected if the sunroof is open.

Audio Players

CD Player The CD player can play audio CDs and MP3 CDs. The CD player will not play 8 cm (3 in) CDs.

Care of CDs Sound quality can be reduced due to disc quality, recording method, quality of the music recorded, and how the disc has been handled. Handle discs carefully and store them in their original cases or other protective cases away from direct sunlight and dust. If the bottom surface of a disc is damaged, the disc may not play properly or at all. Do not touch the bottom surface of a disc while handling it; this could damage the surface. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. If the bottom surface of a disc is dirty, take a soft, lint-free cloth, or dampen a clean, soft cloth in a

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mild neutral detergent solution mixed with water, and clean it. Wipe the disc from the center to the outer edge.

Care of the CD Player Do not add a label to a disc, as it could get caught in the CD player. If a label is needed, label the top of the recorded disc with a marking pen. Do not use disc lens cleaners because they could contaminate the lens of the disc optics and damage the CD player.

{ Caution

If a label is added to a CD, more than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time, or an attempt is made to play scratched or damaged CDs, the CD player could be damaged. While using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label,

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load one CD at a time, and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids, and debris.

Control Buttons The buttons used to control the CD player are: MEDIA: Press to use the CD player. SEEK ¨ or © SEEK: Press to select tracks or to fast forward or rewind within a track. INFO: Press to display additional information about the current track that may be available. Push/MENU/TUNE: Turn to select tracks. Turn to enter the menu. Press to select the menu. Z (Eject): Press to eject the disc.

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Inserting a CD With the printed side facing up, insert a disc into the CD slot until it is drawn in. Removing a CD Press Z. The disc is pushed out of the CD slot. If the disc is not removed after it is ejected, it is pulled back in after a few seconds. Playing a CD or MP3 CD Press the MEDIA button. If there is a disc in the player, it begins playing. Information about the disc and current track is shown on the display depending on the data stored.

Selecting a CD Track Using the control buttons: . Press SEEK ¨ or © SEEK to

select the next or previous track.

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Turn the Push/MENU/ TUNE knob.

Using the CD Menu: 1. Turn the Push/MENU/

TUNE knob.

2. Select Tracks List. 3. Select the track.

Playing Tracks in Random Order Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE knob and set Shuffle Songs to On.

Fast Forward and Rewind Press and hold SEEK ¨ or © SEEK to fast forward or rewind within the current track.

Selecting an MP3 Track Using the control buttons: . Press SEEK ¨ or © SEEK to

select the next or previous track. Turn the Push/MENU/ TUNE knob.

Using the CD Menu: 1. Turn the Push/MENU/

TUNE knob.

2. Select Playlists/Folders. 3. Select the playlist or folder. 4. Select the track.

Searching for MP3 Tracks The search feature may take some time to display the information after reading the disc due to the amount of information stored on the disc. FM automatically plays while the disc is being read. Tracks can be searched by: . Playlists . Artists . Albums . Song Titles . Genres

Folder View

To search for tracks: 1. Turn the Push/MENU/

TUNE knob.

2. Select Search. 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums,

Song Titles, Genres, or Folder View. 4. Select the track.

USB Port The USB port, if equipped, is in the storage area to the right of the infotainment system. See Overview (Radio with Touchscreen) on page 7-7 or Overview (AM-FM Radio) on page 7-3 or Overview (Radio with CD/USB) on page 7-5. Portable devices are controlled by using the menu system described in Operation on page 7-8.

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Not all iPods and USB Drives are compatible with the infotainment system. Connecting and Controlling an iPod® Not all iPods can be controlled by the infotainment system.

Connecting an iPod Connect the iPod to the USB port.

Searching for a Track Tracks can be searched for by: . Playlists . Artists . Albums . Song Titles . Podcasts . Genres . Audiobooks . Composers

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To search for tracks: 1. Turn the Push/MENU/

TUNE knob.

2. Select Search. 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums,

Song Titles, Podcasts, Genres, Audiobooks, or Composers.

4. Select the track.

Shuffle Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE knob and set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On or Off, then press the / BACK button to return to the main screen. On: Plays tracks in the current folder in random order. Off: Plays tracks in the current folder in sequential order.

Repeat Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE knob and set Repeat to On or Off, then press the / BACK button to return to the main screen. On: Repeats the current track.

1. 3.5 mm (1/8 in) Auxiliary Input

Jack. See Auxiliary Devices on page 7-24. 2. USB Port. Radio without Touchscreen For vehicles with a USB port, the following devices may be connected and controlled by the infotainment system:

iPods

. USB Drives

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Off: Playback starts from the beginning of the current track after the last track finishes. Connecting and Controlling a USB Drive The infotainment system can only play back .mp3 and .wma files from a USB drive. Only the first 2,500 songs are recognized on the device. When a device is not supported, the message “No supported data found. You can safely disconnect the device” appears.

Connecting a USB Drive Connect the USB drive to the USB port.

Searching for a Track It is normal for the search feature to take some time to display the information after reading the device due to the amount of information stored.

Files that do not have any meta data stored in the ID3 tag display as Unknown. Tracks can be searched for by: . Playlists* . Artists . Albums . Song Titles . Genres

Folder View

*This only displays if a playlist is found on the device. To search for tracks: 1. Turn the Push/MENU/

TUNE knob.

2. Select Search. 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums,

Song Titles, Genres, or Folder View. 4. Select the track.

Shuffle Functionality Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE knob and set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On or Off. On: Plays current tracks in random order. Off: Plays current tracks in sequential order.

Repeat Functionality Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE knob and set Repeat to On or Off. Repeat On: Repeats the current track. Repeat Off: Playback starts from the beginning of the current track after the last track finishes. Radio with Touchscreen The infotainment system can play music or movies by connecting an auxiliary device to the USB port, if equipped.

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USB Support

USB Supported Devices . USB Flash Drives . Devices that support Media

Transfer Protocol (MTP)

. Portable USB Hard Drives

2G-5G iPod nano® 1G-3G iPod touch® 120GB/160GB iPod classic® 3G/3GS/4/4S iPhone®

Not all iPods and USB drives are compatible with the USB port. Make sure the iPod has the latest firmware from Apple® for proper operation. iPod firmware can be updated using the latest iTunes® application. See www.apple.com/ itunes. For help with identifying your iPod, go to www.apple.com/support.

The USB port can play both lower and upper case .mp3, .wma, .ogg, and .wav files stored on a USB storage device.

USB Supported File and Folder Structure The Infotainment system supports: . Up to 2,500 folders. . Up to 10 folders in depth. . Up to 2,500 music files. . Up to 2,500 photo files. . Up to 250 movie files.

ID3 Tag (versions 1.0/1.1/2.2/ 2.3/2.4). FAT16. FAT32. exFAT.

Connecting a USB Storage Device or iPod/iPhone To connect a USB storage device, connect the device to the USB port.

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To connect an iPod/iPhone, connect one end of the device’s cable to the iPod/iPhone and the other end to the USB port. The iPod/iPhone charges while it is connected to the vehicle if the vehicle is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position. When the vehicle is turned off, the iPod/ iPhone automatically powers off and will not charge or draw power from the vehicle's battery. For more information on USB usage, see “Audio System” in Pictures and Movies (Audio System) on page 7-50 or Pictures and Movies (Picture System) on page 7-54 or Pictures and Movies (Movie System) on page 7-56. Connecting a MTP USB Device To connect a USB device, connect the device to the USB port. Once the infotainment system finishes reading the information on the device it will be automatically played.

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If a non-readable device that support MTP is connected, then an error message will appear and the infotainment system will be automatically switched to the previous audio function. All files may not play. File loading may take a few minutes. A MTP device that has external memory may be recognized as USB1/USB2.

Auxiliary Devices The optional AUX input allows portable devices to connect to the vehicle using the 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input jack. If equipped with a touchscreen radio, the AUX input jack is in the storage area to the right of the infotainment system. If equipped with a non-touchscreen radio, the AUX input is on the front of the infotainment system. See Overview (Radio with Touchscreen) on page 7-7 or Overview (AM-FM Radio) on page 7-3 or Overview (Radio with CD/USB) on page 7-5.

Portable devices are controlled by using the menu system described in Operation on page 7-8.

1. 3.5 mm (1/8 in) Auxiliary

Input Jack

2. USB Port. See USB Port on

page 7-20.

Radio without Touchscreen Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to the auxiliary input jack to use a portable audio player.

Playback of an audio device that is connected to the 3.5 mm (1/8 in) jack can only be controlled using the controls on the device.

Adjusting the Volume Turn the O /VOL knob to adjust the volume of the infotainment system after the volume level has been set on the portable audio device. Radio with Touchscreen The infotainment system can play music or movies connected by the auxiliary device. Play will begin when the system has finished reading the information on the device.

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If the USB storage device is already connected: 1. Press D. 2. Press picture and movie. 3. Press Source R. 4. Press USB (Movie). For iPod/iPhone, connect the iPod/ iPhone to the AUX input terminal by using the AUX cable for iPod/ iPhone to play movie files. iPhone 5 cell phones have a connector which no longer supports AUX connections to the radio. This feature is limited to older versions of iPhone.

Playing Music

To play the music from the device, if the device is already connected: 1. Press D. 2. Press audio. 3. Press Source R. 4. Press AUX/USB. To adjust the tone settings, see “Tone Settings” under “Radio Controls with Touchscreen” in Operation on page 7-8.

Playing Movies Movies are not available while driving.

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Using the AUX Movie Menu

1. Press MENU from the AUX

movie screen. The AUX menu is displayed.

2. Press the desired menu.

tone settings: Adjust the sound setup. See “Tone Settings” under “Radio Controls with Touchscreen” in Operation on page 7-8. clock/temp display: To display the clock and temperature on the full screen, select On or Off. display settings: Adjust the brightness and contrast of the screen.

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3. Press 4.

Bluetooth Audio

Streaming Audio If equipped, music may be played from a paired Bluetooth. See Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7-37 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7-28 or Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7-26 for help pairing a device. The music can be controlled by controls on the device. To play music via Bluetooth: 1. Power on the device, pair, and connect the device. The device will display “GM Audio Source.”

2. Once paired, press MEDIA to

select Bluetooth Audio.

3. Press the play button on the

device to begin playback.

When selecting Bluetooth audio, the radio may not be able to launch the audio player on the connected device to start playing. When the vehicle is not moving, choose the phone to begin playback. All devices launch audio differently. When selecting Bluetooth audio as a source, the radio may show as paused on the screen. Press play on the device to begin playback. Some phones support sending Bluetooth music information to display on the radio. When the radio receives this information, it will check to see if any album art is available and display it. For more information about your phone and supported Bluetooth features, see www.gm.com/bluetooth.

Phone

Bluetooth (Overview) For vehicles equipped with Bluetooth capability, the system can interact with many cell phones, allowing: . Placement and receipt of calls in

a hands-free mode.

. Sharing of the cell phone’s

address book or contact list with the vehicle.

To minimize driver distraction, before driving, and with the vehicle parked: . Become familiar with the

features of the cell phone. Organize the phone book and contact lists clearly and delete duplicate or rarely used entries. If possible, program speed dial or other shortcuts.

. Review the controls and

operation of the infotainment system.

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. Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle.

The system may not work with all cell phones. See “Pairing” in this section. If the cell phone has voice dialing capability, learn to use that feature to access the address book or contact list. See “Voice Pass-Thru” in this section.

. See “Storing and Deleting Phone

Numbers” in this section.

{ Warning

When using a cell phone, it can be distracting to look too long or too often at the screen of the phone or the infotainment system. Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death. Focus your attention on driving.

Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a Bluetooth-capable cell phone with a Hands-Free Profile to

make and receive phone calls. The infotainment system and voice recognition are used to control the system. The system can be used while in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 9.1 m (30 ft). Not all phones support all functions and not all phones work with the Bluetooth system. See www.gm.com/bluetooth for more information about compatible phones. Bluetooth Controls Use the buttons located on the infotainment system and the steering wheel to operate the Bluetooth system.

Steering Wheel Controls b / g (Press to Talk): Press to answer incoming calls, confirm system information, and start voice recognition. $ / i (Mute/End Call): Press to end a call, reject a call, or cancel an operation.

Infotainment System Controls If equipped, the infotainment system allows certain controls to be selected on the infotainment display. For information about how to navigate the menu system using the infotainment controls, see Operation on page 7-8. 5 / > (Phone): Press to enter the Phone main menu. Voice Recognition The voice recognition system uses commands to control the system and dial phone numbers. Noise: The system may not recognize voice commands if there is too much background noise. Do not point the center air vents directly upward. When to Speak: A tone sounds to indicate that the system is ready for a voice command. Wait for the tone and then speak. How to Speak: Speak clearly in a calm and natural voice.

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Audio System When using the Bluetooth system, sound comes through the vehicle's front audio system speakers and overrides the audio system. Use the O /VOL knob during a call to change the volume level. The adjusted volume level remains in memory for later calls. The system maintains a minimum volume level. Other Information The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by General Motors is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-12.

Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) For information about how to navigate the menu system using the infotainment controls, see Operation on page 7-8.

Pairing without Touchscreen A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used. See your cell phone manufacturer's user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth phone is not connected, calls will be made using OnStar Hands-Free Calling, if available. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.

Pairing Information . A Bluetooth phone with MP3

capability can be paired separately to the vehicle as a phone and an MP3 player at the same time. This requires the device to be paired two times; once as a “hands-free” device and once as an MP3 device. . Up to five cell phones can be

paired to the Bluetooth system. The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving.

. Pairing only needs to be

completed once, unless the pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is deleted from the system.

. Only one paired cell phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time. If multiple paired cell phones are within range of the system, the system connects to the first available paired cell phone in the order that they were first paired to the system. To link to a different paired phone, see “Linking to a Different Phone” later in this section.

Pairing a Phone as a Hands-Free Device 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Phone Settings or

Bluetooth Settings.

3. Select Bluetooth.

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4. Select Pair Device

(Hands-Free). A four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) appears on the display. The PIN is used is Step 6.

5. Start the pairing process on the

cell phone to be paired to the vehicle. See the cell phone manufacturer's user guide for information on this process.

6. Locate the device named “Your

Vehicle” in the list on the cell phone. Follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the PIN provided in Step 4. After the PIN is successfully entered, the system prompts you to provide a name for the paired cell phone. This name will be used to indicate which phones are paired and connected to the vehicle. The system responds with “ has been successfully paired” after the pairing process is complete.

7. Repeat Steps 1−6 to pair

additional phones.

Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Phone Settings or

Bluetooth Settings.

3. Select Bluetooth. 4. Select Device List.

Deleting a Paired Phone 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Phone Settings or

Bluetooth Settings.

3. Select Bluetooth. 4. Select Device List. 5. Select the phone to delete and follow the on-screen prompts.

Linking to a Different Phone To link to a different phone, the new phone must be in the vehicle and available to be connected to the Bluetooth system before the process is started. 1. Press the CONFIG button.

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2. Select Phone Settings or

Bluetooth Settings.

3. Select Bluetooth. 4. Select Device List. 5. Select the new phone to link to

and follow the on-screen prompts. If delete is selected, the highlighted phone will be deleted.

Making a Call Using Phone Book For cell phones that support the phone book feature, the Bluetooth system can use the contacts stored on your cell phone to make calls. See your cell phone's owner's guide or contact your wireless provider to find out if this feature is supported by your phone. When a cell phone supports the phone book feature, the Phone Book and Call Lists menus are automatically available.

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The Phone Book menu allows you to access the phone book stored in the cell phone to make a call. The Call Lists menu allows you to access the phone numbers from the Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, and Missed Calls menus on your cell phone to make a call. To make a call using the Phone Book menu: 1. Press 5 / > once or twice (depending on the radio).

2. Select Phone Book. 3. Search through the list by

selecting the letter group the phone book entry begins with, or press the Push/MENU/TUNE button to scroll through the entire list of names/numbers in the phone book.

4. Select the name or number you

want to call.

To make a call using the Call Lists menu: 1. Press 5 / > once or twice (depending on the radio).

2. Select Call Lists. 3. Select the Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, or Missed Calls list.

4. Select the name or number you

want to call. Making a Call To make a call: 1. Press 5 / > once or twice (depending on the radio).

2. Enter the character sequence.

See “Entering a Character Sequence” in Operation on page 7-8.

3. Select Call to start dialing the

number.

Accepting or Declining a Call When an incoming call is received, the infotainment system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle.

Accepting a Call Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE knob to “Answer” and press the Push/ MENU/TUNE knob to accept the call.

Declining a Call Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE knob to “Decline” and press the Push/ MENU/TUNE knob to decline the call. Call Waiting Call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work.

Accepting a Call Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE knob to “Answer” and press the Push/ MENU/TUNE knob to accept the call.

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Declining a Call Turn the Push/MENU/TUNE knob to “Decline” and press the Push/ MENU/TUNE knob to decline the call.

Switching Between Calls (Call Waiting Calls Only) To switch between calls: 1. Turn or press the Push/MENU/

TUNE knob.

2. Select Switch Call from

the menu.

Conference Calling Conference calling and three-way calling must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. To start a conference while in a current call: 1. Turn or press the Push/MENU/

TUNE knob.

2. Select Enter Number.

3. Enter the character sequence

then select Call. See “Entering a Character Sequence” in Operation on page 7-8.

4. After the call has been placed, turn or press the Push/MENU/ TUNE knob and choose Merge Calls.

5. To add more callers to the

conference call, repeat Steps 1
−4. The number of callers that can be added is limited by your wireless service carrier.

Ending a Call Turn or press the Push/MENU/ TUNE knob and select Hang Up. Muting a Call

To Mute a Call Turn or press the Push/MENU/ TUNE knob and select Mute Call.

To Cancel Mute Turn or press the Push/MENU/ TUNE knob and select Mute Call.

Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers during a call. This is used when calling a menu-driven phone system. 1. Turn or press the Push/MENU/

TUNE knob and select Enter Number.

2. Enter the character sequence.

See “Entering a Character Sequence” in Operation on page 7-8.

Pairing with Touchscreen A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used. See your cell phone manufacturer's user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth phone is not connected, calls will be made using OnStar Hands-Free Calling, if available. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.

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Pairing Information . A Bluetooth phone with MP3
capability cannot be paired to the vehicle as a phone and an MP3 player at the same time. . Up to five cell phones can be

paired to the Bluetooth system. The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving.

. Depending on the phone book

entries, paring time may be different.

. Pairing only needs to be

completed once, unless the pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is deleted from the system.

. Only one paired cell phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time. If multiple paired cell phones are within range of the system, the system connects to the first available paired cell phone in the order that they were first paired to the system. To link to a

different paired phone, see “Linking to a Different Phone” later in this section.

. Always accept the Phone book request on the initial pairing of the phone.

When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are successfully paired, the phone book is downloaded automatically. However, the phone book may not be downloaded automatically according to the type of the phone. In this case, proceed with the phonebook download on phone. If the phone list is more than 1,000, it may not download to the radio.

Pairing a Phone When there is no paired device on the infotainment system and the Simple Secure Pairing (SSP) is supported: 1. Press D.

2. Press telephone, then

press Yes.

3. Press Search Bluetooth Device. 4. Press the desired device to pair

on the searched list screen.

5. Press Yes on the pop-up screen

of the Bluetooth device and infotainment system.

6. When the Bluetooth device and

infotainment system are successfully paired, the telephone screen is displayed on the infotainment system.

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Pairing a Phone When a paired device is on the infotainment system and the SSP is supported: 1. Press D.

2. Press settings. 3. Press connection settings. 4. Press bluetooth settings. 5. Press pair device. 6. Press Search Bluetooth Device. 7. Press the desired device to pair

on the searched list screen.

8. Press Yes on the pop-up screen

of the Bluetooth device and infotainment system.

9. When the Bluetooth device and

infotainment system are successfully paired, the 5 7
is displayed on the "pair device" screen. The connected phone is highlighted by 5. The 5 7 indicates the hands-free and phone music function are enabled. The 7 indicates only hands-free function is enabled. The 5 indicates only Bluetooth music is enabled.

Pairing a Phone When there is no paired device on the infotainment system and the SSP is not supported: 1. Press D.

2. Press telephone, then

press Yes.

3. Press Search Bluetooth Device. 4. Press the desired device to pair

5.

on the searched list screen. Input the PIN code (default: 1234) to the Bluetooth device. When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are successfully paired, the telephone screen is displayed on the infotainment system.

When the connection fails, a failure message is displayed on the infotainment system.

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If a Bluetooth device was previously connected, the infotainment system executes the auto connection. However, if the Bluetooth setting on the Bluetooth device is turned off, a failure message is displayed on the infotainment system.

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