Buick Encore 2014 User Manual

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Infotainment System .. . . . . 3

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 9

Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . 18

Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Quick Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Pandora Internet Radio . . . . . . . 24

Stitcher Internet Radio . . . . . . . . 28

Audio Players .. . . . . . . . . . . . 32

CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Auxiliary Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Using the Navigation

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Navigation Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

OnStar

Download . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Configure Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Global Positioning

System (GPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Vehicle Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Problems with Route

Guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

If the System Needs

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Map Data Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Database Coverage

Explanations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Destination

Voice Recognition .. . . . . . . 70

Bluetooth Phone/

Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Text Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Trademarks and License

Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1

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Introduction

Infotainment

The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and the name ENCORE, are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 95333086 A First Printing

The information in this manual supplements the owner manual. This manual includes the latest information available at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Buick Motor Division, whenever it appears in this manual.

Keep this manual with the owner manual in the vehicle, so it will be there if it is needed. If the vehicle is sold, leave this manual in the vehicle.

Canadian Vehicle Owners (Propriétaires des Véhicules Canadiens)

A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from:

On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:

Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207

1-800-551-4123 Numéro de poste 6438 de langue française www.helminc.com

Overview

Read the following pages to become familiar with the infotainment system features.

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Warning

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Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you or others. Do not give extended attention to infotainment tasks while driving.

The infotainment system has built-in features intended to help with this by disabling some functions when driving. A grayed-out function is not available when the vehicle is moving.

All functions are available when the vehicle is parked. Before driving:

Become familiar with the infotainment system operation, buttons, and knobs on the faceplate.

Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers.

Set up phone numbers in advance so they can be called easily by highlighting and selecting, or a single voice command for vehicles equipped with phone capability.

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Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often while using the navigation system could cause a crash and you or others could be injured or killed. Focus your attention on driving and limit glances at the moving map on the navigation screen. Use voice guidance whenever possible.

See “Defensive Driving” in the owner manual.

The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” in the owner manual.

Customer Assistance

Assistance is available to help with Bluetooth pairing, application downloading and installation, other mobile device interface, and operation support of the infotainment system. Specialists are available when calling this Customer Assistance number, U.S. (855) 4 SUPPORT (478-7767).

Infotainment System Overview

The infotainment system is controlled by using the buttons, steering wheel controls, and voice recognition.

See Using the System on page 9.

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Radio without Navigation

1. HOME

2. Preset Buttons 1−6

s © (Previous/Reverse)

O /VOL (Power/Volume)

¨ \ (Next/Forward)

6. FAV 1-2-3 (Favorites)

7. SRCE (Source)

J (Play/Pause)

V /8 (Phone/Mute)

10. CD Slot

11. TONE

/ BACK

12.

13. TUNE/MENU Knob

14. CONFIG (Configuration)

15. INFO (Information)

Z (Eject)

16.

17.

H (Clock)

18. AS 1-2 (Autostore)

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Radio with Navigation

1. SRCE (Source)

2. HOME

s © (Previous/Fast Reverse)

4. Preset Buttons 1−6

5. DEST/NAV (Destination Navigation)

O /VOL (Power/Volume)

¨ \ (Next/Fast Forward)

J (Play/Pause)

9. FAV 1-2-3 (Favorites)

10. AS 1-2 (Autostore)

11. NAV (Navigation)

12.

V /8 (Phone/Mute)

13. RPT/NAV (Repeat Navigation)

/ BACK

14.

15. Inner Rocker Knob

16. TUNE/MENU Knob

17. INFO (Information)

18. CONFIG (Configuration)

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19. Z (Eject)

20.

H (Clock)

Infotainment Control Buttons

SRCE (Source): Press to change

the audio source to AM, FM, XM (if equipped), Pandora, Stitcher, CD, USB, AUX, or Bluetooth Audio.

HOME: Press to go to the Home Page. See “Home Page” in this section.

s © (Previous/Fast Reverse):

CD, USB, Bluetooth Audio: Press to seek to the beginning of the current or previous track.

CD, USB, Bluetooth Audio: Press and hold to quickly reverse through a track. Release the button to return to playing speed. See CD Player on page 32, USB on page 35, or Bluetooth Audio on page 41.

AM, FM, XM (if equipped): Press to seek to the previous strong station.

Preset Buttons 1–6: The preset buttons numbered one through six can be used to select stored AM, FM, and XM (if equipped) stations.

DEST/NAV (Destination Navigation):

1. Press to enter a destination.

2. If a destination has already been entered, press to access the Destination Menu. See Destination on page 48.

O /VOL (Power/Volume):

Press to turn the system on and off.

Turn to adjust the volume.

¨ \ (Next/Forward):

CD, USB, Bluetooth Audio: Press to seek the next track.

CD, USB, Bluetooth Audio: Press and hold to fast forward through a track. Release the button to return to playing speed. See CD Player on page 32, USB on page 35, or Bluetooth Audio on page 41.

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AM, FM, XM (if equipped): Press to seek to the previous strong station.

J (Play/Pause): Press to pause or

resume playback. See CD Player on page 32, USB on page 35, or Bluetooth Audio on page 41.

TONE: Press to access the Tone Settings menu screen to adjust Bass, Mid (Midrange), Treble, EQ, Fade, and Balance. Tone settings are specific to each source. See AM-FM Radio on page 15.

FAV 1-2-3 (Favorites): Press to display the current favorite page number above the preset buttons. Keep pressing to scroll through the favorites pages. The stored stations for each list display on the bottom of the screen. The number of preset Favorite Pages can be changed by selecting the Config button on the Home Page, then selecting Radio Settings, and then selecting Number of Favorite Pages.

AS 1-2 (Autostore): See “Autostore” in this section.

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NAV (Navigation):

Press to view the vehicle’s current position on the map screen.

Continue pressing to cycle through the full map and split screens.

V /8 (Phone/Mute):

Press to enter the phone main screen. See Bluetooth on page 77 or “OnStar” in the owner manual.

Press and hold to mute or unmute the infotainment system.

RPT/NAV (Repeat Navigation):

Press to repeat the last voice guidance prompt.

/ BACK: Press to return to the

previous screen in a menu.

Inner Rocker Knob (Navigation):

Move the rocker knob in different directions to navigate through the map displays.

TUNE/MENU Knob:

1. Turn to change a radio station. See AM-FM Radio on page 15.

2. Turn to highlight a feature within a menu. Press the outer ring of the TUNE/MENU knob to activate the highlighted feature.

INFO (Information): Press to toggle through an audio or navigation information screen.

CONFIG (Configuration): Press to adjust features for Languages, Time and Date, Radio Settings, Phone Settings, Display Settings, and Vehicle Settings.

Z (Eject): Press to eject a disc

from the CD player. See CD Player on page 32.

H (Clock): Press to open the

clock menu.

Autostore

To use Autostore:

1. Press SRCE to select FM or AM.

2. Press the AS 1-2 button for two seconds.

3. The radio searches and automatically stores the six strongest stations.

Press the AS 1-2 button to alternate between the Autostore stations and favorites.

Autostore does not delete previously stored favorite stations.

Autostore does not function with XM radio stations.

Screen Buttons on a Display

The screen buttons on a display are highlighted when a feature is available. Some toggle screen buttons highlight when active and grey out when inactive.

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Steering Wheel Controls

Depending on the vehicle options, some audio functions can be controlled through the steering wheel controls.

b / g (Push to Talk): Press to

interact with Bluetooth or voice recognition. See Bluetooth on

page 77 or Voice Recognition on page 70.

Use

_ SRC to skip to the next song

or show using Pandora or Stitcher. See Pandora Internet Radio on

page 24 or Stitcher Internet Radio on page 28.

x − (Volume): Press + to

increase the volume. Press − to decrease.

See “Steering Wheel Controls” in the owner manual.

$ / i (Mute/End Call): Press to

decline an incoming call, or to end a current call. Press to silence the vehicle speakers while using the infotainment system. Press again to turn the sound on. Press to cancel voice recognition.

_ SRC ^ (Thumbwheel Control):

Press to select an audio source.

Use the thumbwheel to select the next or previous favorite radio station, CD, MP3 track, USB, and Bluetooth Audio.

Using the System

The infotainment system is controlled by using the knobs and pressing other buttons on the radio faceplate.

Voice recognition, through the steering wheel controls, can be used to control the infotainment features.

Press

b / g on the steering wheel

controls to begin voice recognition. See Voice Recognition on page 70.

Home Page

The Home Page allows access to many of the features. To access a feature, turn the TUNE/MENU knob to highlight the desired feature. Press the outer ring of the TUNE/ MENU knob to select it.

Menu: Select to access the Home Page Menu. Select an option such as Customize, Sort, or Restore Home Page Defaults.

q Previous: Select to go to the

previous page.

r : Select to go to the

next page.

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To move screen buttons:

1. Select Sort.

2. Select an icon to move and swap with another icon on the first Home Page only.

3. Select

To restore Home Page 1 defaults:

The first Home Page can be customized.

To add screen buttons:

1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to highlight the Menu screen button. Press the outer ring of the TUNE/MENU knob to select it.

2. Select Customize.

3. Select a screen button to add or remove from the first Home Page. A square with a checkmark indicates it will be displayed. The maximum number of buttons on Home Page 1 is eight.

4. Select

/ BACK to save.

1. Select Menu.

2. Select Restore Home Page

3. Select Yes or Cancel.

Home Page Features

Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to highlight a feature. Press the outer ring of the TUNE/MENU knob to select it.

Screen buttons on a display are highlighted when a feature is available. Various functions are disabled when the vehicle is moving.

/ BACK to save.

Defaults.

Select the Now Playing screen button to display the active source page. The sources available are AM, FM, XM (if equipped), CD, USB/iPod, Pandora (if equipped), Stitcher, and AUX.

See AM-FM Radio on page 15,

Satellite Radio on page 18, CD Player on page 32, Pandora Internet Radio on page 24, Stitcher Internet Radio on page 28, and Auxiliary Devices on page 40.

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Select the Navigation screen button to display a map of your current vehicle position. See Using the

Select the Phone screen button to display the Phone main page. See

Bluetooth on page 77. Navigation System on page 42, Maps on page 46, Navigation Symbols on page 46, and Configure Menu on page 60.

Select the Config screen button to

display the Config main page. From

this display, adjust features such as

time and date, radio, phone, Select the Destination screen button to display the Destination Entry

navigation, vehicle, and display. See

Configure Menu on page 60. home page or the Destination Menu. The available screen buttons provide easy access to a variety of ways to enter a destination. See Destination on page 48.

Select the Tone screen button to display the Tone main page. Adjust the tone and speakers by turning the TUNE/MENU knob to highlight the screen buttons. Press the outer ring of the TUNE/MENU knob to select the screen buttons to change the level of sound for treble, midrange, bass, fade, and balance. See AM-FM Radio on page 15.

Select the Pictures screen button to view pictures on the USB drive or SD card. Pictures on the SD card

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can only be viewed through a USB adapter. See “Photo Viewer” under Configure Menu on page 60.

Select the XM screen button (if equipped) to display the XM main page and play the current or last

tuned SiriusXM channel. See Select the FM screen button to display the FM main page and play

AM-FM Radio on page 15 and

Satellite Radio on page 18.

the current or last tuned FM station. See AM-FM Radio on page 15.

Select the Pandora screen button (if

equipped) to display the Pandora Select the AM screen button to display the AM main page and play the current or last tuned AM station. See AM-FM Radio on page 15.

home page and stream

personalized radio stations based

on artists, songs, genres, and

comedians. See Pandora Internet

Radio on page 24.

Select the Stitcher screen button (if equipped) to display the Stitcher home page and stream news, sports, and entertainment shows through the audio system. See Stitcher Internet Radio on page 28.

Select the CD screen button to display the CD main page and play the current or last CD track selected. See CD Player on page 32.

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Select the E Bluetooth screen button to display the Bluetooth Audio main page to play music through a Bluetooth device. See

Select the USB screen button to display the USB main page and play the current or last selected track. See Auxiliary Devices on page 40.

Bluetooth Audio on page 41.

Select the AUX screen button to

Select the iPod screen button to display the iPod main page and play the current or last selected track.

access any connected auxiliary device. See Auxiliary Devices on page 40.

See Auxiliary Devices on page 40.

Select the Weather screen button (if equipped) to display the weather main page. Select other weather-related options from that list. See “National and Local Weather (If Equipped)” under Satellite Radio on page 18.

Select the Fuel screen button (if equipped) to display detailed nationwide fuel prices. See “Fuel Pricing” under Satellite Radio on

page 18

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Select the Movies screen button (if equipped) to show details of local movie theater listings, start times, and ratings if available. See “Movie Listings” in Satellite Radio on page 18.

Select the Quick Info screen button to access information on Audio playing, OnStar Turn-by-Turn route guidance (if equipped), 5-day forecast, Nearby Fuel Stations, and Movie Showtimes. See Quick Info on page 23.

Select the Messages screen button

(if equipped) to display the Text

Message Inbox. See Text

Messaging on page 84.

If equipped, this feature is available

through the Apps icon on the radio

Home Page. Downloading and

using Apps requires a Wi-Fi Internet

connection as part of a smartphone

or other mobile device data service

plan. On most smartphones,

activation is in the Settings menu

under Mobile Network Sharing,

Personal Hotspot, Mobile Hotspot,

Wi-Fi Hotspot, or similar. After

activation of Wi-Fi on the smartphone, press the Apps icon on the radio Home Page. Follow the prompts to configure the Internet connection and set up an account. See www.buick.com/intellilink (U.S.) or www.intellilink.buick.ca (Canada).

Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle Information and Radio Displays

For vehicles with high gloss surfaces or vehicle displays, use a microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces. Before wiping the surface with the microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt that could scratch the surface. Then use the microfiber cloth by gently rubbing to clean. Never use window cleaners or solvents. Periodically hand wash the microfiber cloth separately, using mild soap. Do not use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly and air dry before next use.

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Do not attach a device with a suction cup to the display. This may cause damage and would not be covered by the warranty.

Software Updates

See the website for more information.

Website Information

In the U.S., see www.buick.com

In Canada, see www.buick.gm.ca

In Mexico, see www.buick.com.mx

Radio

AM-FM Radio

Playing the Radio

O /VOL (Power/Volume):

Press to turn the radio on or off.

Turn to increase or decrease the volume of the active source.

Depending on the vehicle’s options, the steering wheel controls can also be used to adjust the volume. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 9.

Radio Operation

The radio will work when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. When the key is turned from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF, the radio will continue to work for 10 minutes or until the driver door is opened.

The radio can be turned on by pressing the power button on the radio and will stay on for

10 minutes. Opening the driver door will not turn the radio off when pressing the power button.

Some radios may stay on longer and reset the time for 10 minutes if there are additional presses of any radio button.

The radio can be turned off at any time by pressing the power button.

Audio Source

Press SRCE on the radio faceplate or select the Now Playing button on the Home Page to display the available sources AM, FM, XM (if equipped), Pandora, Stitcher, CD, USB, AUX, and Bluetooth Audio.

Infotainment System Settings

Tone Settings

To access the tone settings, press TONE on the radio faceplate or select the Tone Settings button on the Home Page. Tone settings are specific to each source.

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To adjust the settings:

Bass: Select + or − to change the level.

Mid (Midrange): Select + or − to change the level.

Treble: Select + or − to change the level.

EQ: Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to cycle through the preset EQ options. Press the outer ring of the TUNE/MENU knob to select an option.

Fade: Select the F or R button for more sound from the front or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the front and rear speakers.

Balance: Select the L or R button for more sound from the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the left and right speakers.

Finding a Station

Press SRCE on the radio faceplate

or select the Now Playing button on

the Home Page to display the

available sources AM, FM, XM (if

equipped), Pandora, Stitcher, CD,

USB, AUX, and Bluetooth Audio.

Press FAV 1-2-3 to scroll through

the favorite pages, then press a

preset button on the faceplate. The

preset buttons on the screen are 1

to 6, starting left and moving right.

Seeking a Station

s © or ¨ \ to search for a

Press

station.

1. Select the AM screen button on the Home Page or select AM by pressing SRCE, or say “Tune AM” or “AM” through voice recognition.

2. Select the Menu screen button to display the AM stations or categories.

3. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob the highlight an option. Press the outer ring of the TUNE/MENU knob to select it.

To update the station list, highlight the Update AM Stations List screen button by turning and then pressing the outer ring of the TUNE/MENU knob.

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1. Select the FM screen button on the Home Page or select FM by pressing SRCE, or say “Tune FM” or “FM” through voice recognition.

2. Select the Menu screen button to display the FM stations or categories.

3. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob the highlight an option. Press the outer ring of the TUNE/MENU knob to select it.

To update the station list, highlight the Update FM Stations List screen button by turning the

TUNE/MENU knob, the pressing the outer ring of the TUNE/ MENU knob.

XM (If Equipped)

1. Select the XM screen button on the Home Page or select XM by pressing SRCE, or say “Tune XM” or “XM” through voice recognition.

2. Select the Menu screen button to display the XM categories.

3. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob the highlight an option. Press the outer ring of the TUNE/MENU knob to select it.

Storing Radio Station Presets

Up to 36 preset stations can be stored. AM, FM, and XM (if equipped) can be mixed. The presets on the screen are 1 through 6 starting left and moving right.

1. From the AM, FM, or XM main page, press and hold any 1−6 button. After a few seconds, a beep is heard and the new preset information displays on that screen button.

2. Repeat for each preset.

Mixed-Band Presets

Each favorite page can store six preset stations. The presets within a page can be from different radio bands.

Press FAV 1-2-3 on the radio faceplate to scroll through the favorites pages.

The current page number displays above the preset buttons. The stored stations for each favorite page display on the preset buttons.

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To change the number of favorite pages displayed:

1. Select Config on the Home Page.

2. Select Radio Settings.

3. Select Number of Favorite Pages.

Recalling a Preset Station

To recall a preset station from a favorites page, do one the following:

Select FAV to display the pop-up. Select the preset button from 1 to 6 that corresponds with the correct preset selection.

In the AM, FM, or XM (if equipped) main page, select the preset button from 1 to 6 that corresponds with the correct preset selection.

Radio Data System (RDS)

RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can:

Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming.

Receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies.

Display messages from radio stations.

This system relies on receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available. It is possible that a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station.

When information is broadcast from the current FM station, the station name or call letters display on the audio screen. RDS can provide a

program type (PTY) for current programming and the name of the program being broadcasted.

Satellite Radio

SiriusXM®Satellite Radio Service

Vehicles with a valid SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming.

SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. See www.siriusxm.com or call

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1-866-635-2349 in the U.S. In Canada, see www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-209-0079.

When SiriusXM is active, the channel name, number, category name, song title, and artist display on the screen. SiriusXM may update the background picture at any time.

SiriusXM Categories

SiriusXM channels are organized in categories.

Adding or Removing XM Categories

To customize which SiriusXM categories are used and displayed in the system:

1. Press CONFIG or select the Config screen button on the Home Page.

2. Select Radio Settings from the Settings Menu list.

3. Select XM Categories.

4. Select or deselect any category to be used in XM mode. A checkmark will indicate that the category is selected.

Select “Show All XM Categories” to restore all SiriusXM categories.

SiriusXM Channel Graphics

SiriusXM provides updated category background graphics and the radio will automatically update the screen. SiriusXM may send updated category graphics to the vehicle. When this happens, the background graphics may appear to be incorrect

but the radio will update once all of the graphics have been downloaded from SiriusXM.

To turn XM channel graphics on or off:

1. Press CONFIG or select the Config screen button on the Home Page.

2. Select Radio Settings from the Settings Menu list.

3. Select XM Channel Graphics to turn on or off.

SiriusXM NavTraffic®(If Equipped)

The navigation system might have a SiriusXM NavTraffic receiver. It is a subscription service provided through SiriusXM Satellite Radio. A service fee is required to receive the SiriusXM NavTraffic service. Real-time traffic information is provided to fully integrate the navigation system to display current traffic conditions for the chosen route. See “Traffic Settings” in this section.

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A screen displays to indicate that the SiriusXM Traffic subscription is not activated.

To access the traffic features, select the XM Traffic button on the Home Page or map screen.

If activated, traffic information displays:

Unscheduled traffic incident data, such as accidents and disabled vehicles.

Scheduled traffic incident data, such as road construction and road closures.

Traffic flow information (rate of speed data). Flow data might not be available in all markets.

Traffic information is delivered to the vehicle by the SiriusXM Radio satellites. SiriusXM NavTraffic provides continuously updated traffic information.

SiriusXM NavTraffic currently broadcasts the traffic information for many markets nationally. The

All Traffic Events: Select to view a list of reported traffic conditions for up to approximately 100 km (70 mi). It could take some time to display the information received.

The information is displayed with an arrow and distance. The arrow indicates the distance is a straight line and the direction of the event from the vehicle's current position.

service may be available in more cities in the future. Visit siriusxm.com/navtrafficfor more details on local coverage.

Traffic Events on Route: Select to display a list of reported traffic conditions on the current route. The button is toned down if no route is active.

Traffic Settings: Select to customize traffic options.

SiriusXM Travel Link (If Available)

The infotainment system may have SiriusXM Travel Link. It is a subscription service provided through SiriusXM Satellite Radio. A service fee is required to receive the SiriusXM Travel Link service. When subscribed to SiriusXM Travel Link, one or more services may be available.

Travel Link Weather: National and Local Weather gives current and forecasted weather with radar images.

Travel Link Fuel Prices: Detailed nationwide fuel price information may be available.

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Travel Link Movie Listings: Detailed local movie theater listings, start times, and ratings may be available.

Fuel Pricing

When SiriusXM information is available for a particular fuel station, the price displays for the regular unleaded or diesel fuel, depending on the fuel type configured in the system.

Select the list Sort button to change the sort method. The default sort method is based on distance with the closest fuel stations shown at the top of the list. Select the Sort button to cycle through the sorting options of distance, price, or name.

The last viewed sorting method is displayed and is retained over ignition cycles.

If the sorting method of price has been selected, the fuel stations in the list will appear from the lowest to the highest price based on the fuel type selected. For gasoline, the

price shown is for regular unleaded. When diesel is selected as the fuel type, the diesel price is shown.

Movie Listings

When the details for a movie theater are shown, there is additional information about the theater. If movie titles and showtimes are available for the selected theater, this information is shown in the additional details area of this display.

The details that are shown depend on the source of the information.

Details shown include:

Movie Names

Parental Ratings (G, PG-13, R, etc.)

Showtimes

Runtime

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National and Local Weather

Whether near home or on a long road trip, detailed weather information is available. SiriusXM Travel Link Weather uses the same sources that professional pilots and mariners rely on.

From the Home Page, select the XM Weather screen button. The system displays the current weather page.

Current Condition

The current weather page shows the current weather condition in the city of the vehicle's current position. On this page, select the Menu screen button to access other weather options, such as Extended Forecast, Weather Along the Route, Weather Around Other Cities, and Weather Alerts.

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Allow approximately 15 minutes for the current weather in the area to display.

Extended Forecast

Select to show the extended forecast.

Weather Along the Route

If a destination is set, there is the option to view weather conditions for up to three locations along the route:

Current vehicle position.

Midway point from current position to final destination.

Current weather condition of the destination city.

Weather Alerts

From the XM Weather Menu, select the Weather Alerts screen button to display any current weather advisory warnings in effect near the current position.

Weather Around Other Cities

Select this option to view weather conditions around or in a specific city entered by name or selected from the map.

Restore to Current Location

Select the Restore Current Location screen button to display the weather condition for the city where the vehicle is currently located, if the system was modified to view weather conditions in another city.

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.

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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.

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. Static can occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception. When this happens, try reducing the treble on the radio.

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.

Cellular Phone Usage

Cellular phone usage can cause interference with the vehicle's radio.

Quick Info

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

Quick Info gives access to quick information on Audio playing, OnStar Turn-by-Turn route guidance

(if equipped), 5-day Forecast, Nearby Fuel Stations, and Movie Showtimes.

To access, select Quick Info on the Home Page or press the INFO button on the faceplate. Depending on the system and if the options are available for that region, some options may be greyed out.

Audio Info: Displays information on the current item playing.

OnStar Turn-by-Turn: Displays the next maneuver in a route. See

OnStar page 59.

5-day Forecast: Displays the 5-day forecast for the weather station closest to the current location. See “National and Local Weather (If Equipped)” in Satellite Radio on page 18.

Nearby Fuel Stations: Displays fuel prices and distances for close fuel stations. See “Fuel Pricing”

Destination Download on

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under “SiriusXM Travel Link (If Available)” in Satellite Radio on page 18.

Movie Showtimes: Displays a list of movies playing in the theaters closest to current location. See

“Movie Listings” in Satellite Radio on page 18.

Pandora Internet Radio

Pandora®is a free Internet radio service that streams personalized radio stations based on artists, songs, genres, and comedians. Create stations using the Pandora website or smartphone application, then use Thumbs up or Thumbs down to personalize stations. To set up an account, or for more information, go to www.pandora.com. Pandora may not be available in Canada or Mexico.

A phone or tablet with Internet connection and the Pandora application installed is required. Personal cell phone data plans are

used. Make sure the latest version is installed on the device and the volume is turned up.

To install Pandora:

On an Android™ phone or Android Tablet, go to the Android Market and search for Pandora. Install to the phone, not to the SD card.

On a BlackBerry®phone, go to the BlackBerry App World™ and search for Pandora.

On an iPhone®, iPad®, or iPod

, go to the iTunes®Store

touch and search for Pandora.

Launching Pandora

Connect the iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to the USB port, or connect an Android or BlackBerry through Bluetooth. See Auxiliary Devices on page 40 or Bluetooth on page 77. For first-time use, set up stations before connecting to the vehicle. The Pandora icon will be available on the Home Page and the source

pop-up displays if the latest application is installed on the device.

Using the iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad

1. Plug the device into the USB port. The phone screen must be unlocked.

2. To launch, do one of the following:

Launch the application on the device.

Select Pandora on the Home Page.

Press b / g and say “Pandora” or “Tune Pandora.”

Accept any notifications on the screen of the device.

To relaunch Pandora, press SRCE or SRC on the steering wheel controls.

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If nothing happens when the available Pandora screen button is selected, download the latest Pandora application and retry.

Pandora will always be highlighted on the Home Page when an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch is connected using the USB port. To use, log into your account.

If the “Please See Device” message is shown, the login screen may display on the device.

Using an Android Phone

1. Pair the Android phone using Bluetooth.

2. Use one of the following to launch:

Launch the application on the device.

Select Pandora on the Home Page.

Press b / g and say “Pandora” or “Tune Pandora.”

After Pandora has been launched, press SRCE or SRC on the steering wheel controls to access Pandora features.

If nothing happens when the available Pandora screen button is selected, download the latest Pandora application and retry.

If the “Please See Device” message is shown, the login screen may display on the device.

Using a BlackBerry Phone

The phone must be unlocked. To launch Pandora service:

1. Pair the BlackBerry phone using Bluetooth.

2. Use one of the following to launch:

Launch the application on the device.

Select Pandora on the Home Page.

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Press b / g and say “Pandora” or “Tune Pandora.”

After Pandora has been launched, press SRCE or SRC on the steering wheel controls to access Pandora features.

If nothing happens when the available Pandora screen button is selected, download the latest Pandora application and retry.

If the “Please See Device” message is shown, the login screen may display on the device.

Pandora Menus

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Pandora Features

Pandora has features to rate tracks, skip tracks, or change stations.

Select Menu on the Pandora main page.

Pandora has a menu system with the following:

Thumbs up: When selected, Pandora stores the information on the track currently playing for the remainder of the track. This helps Pandora choose which tracks should play on this station.

Thumbs down: When selected, Pandora stores the information, changes to the next track, and does not play the track on this station again. This helps Pandora choose which tracks should not play on this station. This feature is only available on user-created stations.

Bookmarks: Select while playing a track to bookmark either the track or the artist. Bookmarks are viewable on www.pandora.com.

Skip to Next Song: When selected, Pandora changes to the next track.

Station List: Displays a list of favorite stations and shows.

Select and store programs as favorites on the device and then access them through My Favorites.

Use these faceplate buttons to control Pandora:

d (Next Track): When selected,

Pandora changes to the next track.

J (Play/Pause): Press J on the

radio to pause playback. Press again to resume.

Pandora Skip Limit

Pandora limits the number of skips allowed on their service. When the skip limit is reached, Thumbs down will not skip the currently playing track, but Thumbs down feedback will be recorded.

Pandora Advertisement

Pandora may display advertisements. Artist name and track title will not be displayed and the skip track button is not available.

Switching Between Pandora and Stitcher

To switch between Pandora and Stitcher, select the application icon on the iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad. This is not required for Android devices. See Stitcher Internet Radio on page 28.

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Pandora Troubleshooting

Unable to Connect Device to Vehicle

If the device is unable to connect to the USB or Bluetooth:

1. Turn the vehicle off.

2. Remove the key from the ignition.

3. Open and close the driver door, wait about 30 seconds, and try to connect the device again.

Unable to Start Pandora

If the device is unable to launch Pandora:

Check that the latest version of Pandora is installed.

Check that there is an active account logged into Pandora.

Have at least one station created.

For Android and BlackBerry devices, check that the device is paired with the vehicle, and the Bluetooth icon on the display is highlighted.

For iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad devices, check that the USB cable is connected to the USB port and the screen is unlocked.

Close Pandora on the device and launch again. Devices that allow multitasking may require an extra step to quit the Pandora application. See the cell phone manufacturer's user guide.

Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down Error

If there is an error trying to rate a track with the Thumbs up or Thumbs down screen buttons, the message “Thumbs Down Error” or “Thumbs Up Error” will display. Select OK to retry.

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Loss of Audio

Loss of Pandora audio can happen in different ways:

Weak or lost data connection.

Device needs to be charged.

Application needs to be relaunched.

Connection between phone and radio lost.

If any iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad is connected to Bluetooth and the dock connector, go to the Airplay icon on the device and select dock connector or disconnect and reconnect the dock connector on the device.

The volume is too low. Turn up the volume on the device.

If the connection is lost between the application and device, a message “Please unlock your phone or restart the phone app and try again” will display. Select OK to retry.

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Common Pandora Messages

Please See Device: When the user

is not logged in or when authentication failed, see the device. Select OK to continue.

Paused or Audio Paused:

Playback is paused on the radio or device. Press

No Stations Found: Logged in but no stations created. Select OK to continue.

Please Unlock Your Phone or Restart Phone App and Try Again: Communication failure

between the radio and the phone application, or the device is locked.

See www.pandora.com/help for more information. If the service will not work, see your dealer for assistance.

J on the device.

Stitcher Internet Radio

Stitcher SmartRadio™ is an Internet radio service that streams news, sports, and entertainment shows through the audio system. Create personalized, on-demand stations or discover new shows through Stitcher's preset stations. To set up an account, download the application from the Android Market or iTunes Store, or go to www.stitcher.com.

A phone or tablet with Internet connection is required for this application. Personal cell phone data plans are used. Make sure the latest version is installed on the device and the volume on the device is turned up.

BlackBerry phones are not supported for this application.

To install Stitcher:

On an Android phone or Tablet with Internet connection, go to the Android Market, search for Stitcher, and install to the phone, not to the SD card.

On an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, go to the iTunes store and search for Stitcher.

Launching Stitcher

Connect the iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to the USB port, or connect Android through Bluetooth. See

Auxiliary Devices on page 40 or Bluetooth on page 77. For first-time

use, set up the stations before connecting to the vehicle. The Stitcher icon will be available on the Home Page and source pop-up displays if the latest application is installed on the device.

Using the iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad

1. Plug the device into the USB port. The phone screen must be unlocked.

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2. Use one of the following to launch:

Press the application on the device.

Select Stitcher on the Home Page.

Press b / g and say “Stitcher” or “Tune Stitcher.”

Accept any notifications on the screen of the device.

3. If Stitcher does not begin playing, select a category and then a station.

After Stitcher has been launched, press SRCE, or SRC on the steering wheel controls to access Stitcher features.

If nothing happens when the available Stitcher screen button is selected, download the latest Stitcher application and retry.

Stitcher will always be highlighted on the Home Page when an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch is connected using the USB port. To use, log into your account.

If the “Please See Device” message is shown, the login screen may display on the device.

Using an Android Phone

1. Pair the Android phone using Bluetooth.

2. Use one of the following to launch:

Press the application on the device.

Select Stitcher on the Home Page.

Press b / g and say “Stitcher” or “Tune Stitcher.”

3. If Stitcher does not begin playing, select a category and then a station.

After Stitcher has been launched, press SRCE, or SRC on the steering wheel controls to access Stitcher features.

If nothing happens when the available Stitcher screen button is selected, download the latest Stitcher application and retry.

If the “Please See Device” message is shown, the login screen may display on the device.

Stitcher Menus

Stitcher Features

Stitcher service has features to rate or skip shows, or change stations.

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