phone BUICK LACROSSE 2013 Get To Know Guide

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from the radio and follow the
Stitcher account login process on
the phone.
No Stations Found:Logged in but
no stations have been created.
Press OK to continue.
Please Choose a New Station:
The end of the station has been
reached and there is no more
content to play. Select a new station
through the Stitcher menu.
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.stitcher.com/help for
more information. If the service
will not work, send an e-mail to
[email protected] or see your
dealer for assistance.Pictures
Pictures can only be viewed using
USB devices. If pictures are on an
SD card, transfer to a USB device
or use a USB-SD adapter. File sizes
above approximately four mega
pixels may not show. Only jpeg,
bmp, gif, and png files are
supported.
1. Press the Pictures screen button on the Home Page.
2. The system does a search to find the picture folders.
A“Please wait” message
displays until the search is
finished.
3. A list displays. Select a picture to view.
4. Once a picture displays, thefollowing options are available:
Info: Press to turn file name
information on or off.
S: Press to display a previous
picture if not in slide show mode.
r: Press to toggle between slide
show mode and manual mode.
T: Press to display a next picture
if not in slide show mode.

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.File systems supported: FAT32,
NTFS, Linux, and HFS+.
.The following restrictions apply
for the data stored on a USB
MP3 player or USB device:
‐Maximum folder structure
depth: 8 levels.
‐ Maximum number of MP3/
WMA files that can be
displayed: 10,000.
‐ Playlist entries must be in the
form of relative paths.
‐ The system attribute for
folders/files that contain audio
data must not be set.
To play a USB device, do one of the
following:
.Connect the USB and it begins
to play.
.Press the Now Playing screen
button on the Home Page.
.Press SOURCE to scroll until
the USB source screen is
available.
.Pressb/gon the steering
wheel controls to play CD, Artist,
Album, Song Title, or Song
Genre. See Voice Recognition
on page 79.
The following playlist formats are
supported:
.M3U (Standard and Extended)
.iTunes
.PLS (Standard)
.WAX
.ASX
.RMP
The radio supports plugging a cell
phone in as a USB drive as long as
the phone supports USB mass
storage class or has USB disc drive
support enabled.
While the USB source is active,
use the following to operate USB
function: SELECT/Multifunction Knob:
Turn to scroll through the list. Turn
quickly to fast scroll alphabetically
through large lists.
k(Play/Pause):
Press to start,
pause, or resume play of the current
media source.
g(Seek/Previous/Reverse):
.Press to seek to the beginning of
the current or previous track.
If the track has been playing for
less than five seconds, the
previous track plays. If playing
longer than five seconds, the
current track restarts.
.Press and hold to reverse
quickly through playback.
Release to return to playing
speed. Elapsed time displays.
l(Seek/Next/Forward):
.Press to seek to the next track.
.Press and hold to advance
quickly through playback.
Release to return to playing
speed. Elapsed time displays.

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Playing from an iPod®
This feature supports the following
iPod models:
.iPod classic®(6th generation)
.iPod nano®(3G, 4G, 5G,
and 6G)
.iPod touch®(1G, 2G, 3G,
and 4G)
.iPhone®(2G, 3G, 3GS, 4,
and 4S)
.iPad®
There may be problems with the
operation and function in the
following situations:
.When connecting an iPod on
which a more recent version of
the firmware is installed than is
supported by the infotainment
system.
.When connecting an iPod on
which firmware from other
providers is installed. To connect an iPod:
1. Connect one end of the standard
iPod USB cable to the iPod's
dock connector.
2. Connect the other end to the USB port in the center console.
iPod music information displays on
the radio’s display and begins
playing through the vehicle’s audio
system.
The iPod battery recharges
automatically while the vehicle is
on. The iPod shuts off and stops
charging when the vehicle is
shut off.
If the iPod is an unsupported model,
it can still be listened to in the
vehicle by connecting to the
auxiliary input jack using a standard
3.5 mm (1/8 in) stereo cable. iPod Menu
Use the iPod Menu to select:
Shuffle:
Press to play the tracks
randomly. Press again to stop
shuffle.
Play More Like This: Allows the
radio to create playlists with song/
tracks that are similar to what is
being listened to. The radio will
create a playlist with up to 30 similar
songs. The playlist will appear in the
Playlist category of the menu for
future listening.
1. Press to automatically create a playlist of songs that are More
Like the song currently playing.

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Playing from an iPhone
or iPad®
This feature supports iPhone 3G,
iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4 and 4S,
and iPad.
Follow the same instructions as
stated earlier for using an iPod. To
use voice recognition to play music,
say“Play USB,” “Play Artist,” “Play
Album,” “Play Song,” or“Play
Genre.” SeeVoice Recognition on
page 79.
iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad
Troubleshooting
When an iPhone, iPod touch,
or iPad are connected through USB
and Bluetooth, the audio may not be
heard when the iPod source on the
radio is selected. If a phone call is
received while listening to the iPod
source and there is no audio for the
iPod after the source, then go to the
Airplay icon on the device and
select dock connector or disconnect
and reconnect the dock connector
on the device. Some functionality may differ based
on operating system version on
device.
USB Troubleshooting
If the device is not being recognized
or the music is missing screen
information, restore the radio
defaults:
1. Press Config.
2. Press Vehicle Settings.
3. Press Return to Factory
Settings.
4. Press Yes.
Pair the phone again and the device
will have to index again.
Bluetooth Audio and Voice
Recognition
See Bluetooth Audio on page 45
and Voice Recognition on page 79
for information using voice
recognition with Bluetooth audio.
Make sure all devices have the
latest software downloaded.
Auxiliary Devices
This vehicle has an auxiliary input
jack in the center console. Possible
auxiliary audio sources include:
.Laptop computer
.MP3 player
.Tape player
This jack is not an audio output. Do
not plug headphones into the
auxiliary input jack. Set up any
auxiliary device while the vehicle is
in P (Park).
Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable
from the auxiliary device to the
auxiliary input jack. When a
device is connected, the system
automatically begins playing audio
from the device over the vehicle
speakers.

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If an auxiliary device has already
been connected, but a different
source is currently active, do one of
the following:
.Press SOURCE or SRCE to
scroll all of the available audio
source screens, until the AUX
source screen is selected.
.Say“Play Front AUX” using
voice recognition to play the
auxiliary device . See Voice
Recognition on page 79.
Bluetooth Audio
If equipped, music may be played
from a paired Bluetooth device. See
“Pairing a Phone/Device” under
Bluetooth on page 85.
To play music through a Bluetooth
device:
1. Power on the device, pair, and connect the device. 2. Music can be launched by doing
one of the following:
.Press the Bluetooth Audio
screen button on the
Home Page.
.Press SOURCE until
Bluetooth Audio is selected.
.Press the SRC button on
the steering wheel controls
until Bluetooth Audio is
selected. See Steering
Wheel Controls on page 9.
.Use voice recognition. See
Voice Recognition on
page 79.
The music can be controlled by
either the infotainment controls or
the controls on the device.
When a phone is connected to the
system through Bluetooth Audio
the phone notifications and sounds
may not be heard on the phone
until Bluetooth is disconnected. Notification features may vary based
on the phone. Check the phone
manufacturer
’s information for
notification support.
Bluetooth Audio Menu
Press the Menu screen button and
the following may display:
Shuffle: Press the outer ring of the
SELECT/Multifunction knob to turn
shuffle on or off. Not all devices
support the shuffle feature.
When selecting Bluetooth audio, the
Bluetooth device internal music
player may not open depending
on the status of the device. All
devices launch and play back audio
differently. Make sure the correct
audio source is playing on the
device for Bluetooth audio playback
on the radio. When the vehicle is
not moving, use the device to begin
playback.

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When selecting Bluetooth audio as
a source, the radio may source to
the Bluetooth Audio Paused screen
with no audio playing. Press play on
the device or push
kto begin
playback. This may happen
depending on how the device
communicates over Bluetooth.
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.
When playing music on the radio
from a Bluetooth device, make sure
the Bluetooth device is unlocked
and the intended music application
is showing on the home screen.
For iPhone/iPod touch and iPad
devices, Bluetooth Audio will not
work if the device is connected
through the USB and Bluetooth at
the same time.
Rear Seat
Infotainment
Rear Seat Entertainment
(RSE) System
The vehicle may be equipped with a
DVD Rear Seat Entertainment
(RSE) system. The RSE system
works with the vehicle's infotainment
system.
The RSE system includes a radio
with a DVD player, two rear seat
video display screens, audio/video
jacks, two wireless headphones,
and a remote control.
To use the rear seat displays:
1. Insert a DVD into the navigation radio or an attached auxiliary
video source.
2. Press Rear Screens from theHome Page to display the AV
screen.
3. Press Display 1 for left videoscreen or Display 2 for right
video.

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4. Select the DVD or AUX videosource.
Before Driving
In severe or extreme weather, the
RSE system may not work until the
temperature is within the operating
range of above −20°C (−4°F) and
below 60°C (140°F). Heat or cool
the vehicle until it is within the
operating range.
Global Off
Depending on the infotainment
system, the RSE system may have
Global Off. This feature disables all
RSE system features. Press and
hold the radio power button for more
than three seconds to enable Global
Off. The RSE status icon will
indicate disabled. To turn the Global
Off feature off:
.Press and hold the radio power
button for more than
three seconds.
.Select Rear Screens from the
Home Page, then change
Display Source to DVD or AUX.
.Insert or eject any disc.
.Press the Remote Control power
button.
.Cycle the ignition.
Headphones
1. Battery cover
2. Channel 1 or 2 switch
3. Power button
4. Volume control
5. Power indicator light
RSE includes two 2-channel
wireless headphones. Channel 1
is dedicated to the DVD player,
and Channel 2 is dedicated
to any external auxiliary device
connected to the A/V jacks.

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The headphones are used to listen
to various multi-media. The wireless
headphones have an On/Off button,
channel 1/2 switch, and a volume
control. Turn the headphones off
when not in use.
Push the On/Off button to turn on
the headphones. A light on the
headphones comes on. If the light
does not come on, check the
batteries. Intermittent sound or static
can also indicate weak batteries.
See“Battery Replacement” later in
this section.
Infrared transmitters are on the top
of the left seatback video screen.
The headphones shut off to save
battery power if RSE is shut off or if
the headphones are out of range for
more than three minutes. Being too
far forward or out of the vehicle, can
cause the headphones to lose the
signal or have static.
The headphones turn off after four
hours of continuous use. To adjust the volume on the
headphones, use the volume
control.
Wear the headphones correctly, with
the headband over the top of the
head for best audio reception. The
L (Left) and R (Right) symbols are
on the outside bottom edge of the
ear cup and should be worn
appropriately.
Notice:
Do not store the
headphones in heat or direct
sunlight. This could damage the
headphones and repairs will not
be covered by the warranty.
Storage in extreme cold can
weaken the batteries. Keep the
headphones stored in a cool, dry
place.
If the headphone foam ear pads
become worn or damaged, they
can be replaced separately. To
purchase replacement ear pads,
call 1-888-293-3332, then prompt
zero (0), or contact your dealer. Battery Replacement
To change the batteries:
1. Loosen the screw to the battery
door on the left side of the
headphones.
2. Slide the battery door open.
3. Replace the two AAA batteries.
4. Replace the battery door and tighten the screw.
Remove the batteries if the
headphones are not going to be
used for a long period.
Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks
If equipped, the A/V jacks are on the
rear of the floor console. Audio or
video cables can be connected
from an auxiliary device such as a
camcorder or a video game system.
The A/V jacks are color coded:
.Yellow for video input.
.White for left audio input.
.Red for right audio input.

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Power for auxiliary devices is not
supplied by the infotainment system.
To use the auxiliary inputs:
1. Connect the auxiliary devicecables to the A/V jacks.
2. Turn on the power to the auxiliary device and the RSE
video screen.
Changing the Source on the Video
Display Screens
The source for the video screens
can be changed.
Press the AUX button on the remote
control:
1. To change the source of both video screens from the DVD
player to the auxiliary device.
2. A second time to change the left video screen source to the DVD
player and the right video screen
to the auxiliary device.
3. A third time to change the left video screen source to the
auxiliary device and the right
video screen to the DVD player. 4. A fourth time to change the
source of both video screens to
the DVD player.
How to Change the RSE Video
Screen Settings
To change the screen display mode,
brightness, and language from the
remote control:
1. Press
z.
2. Use
n,q,p,oandrto
select the settings.
3. Press
zagain to exit.
Audio Output
Audio from the DVD player or
auxiliary inputs can be heard
through the wireless headphones or
vehicle speakers.
The RSE system transmits the
audio signal to the wireless
headphones if an audio signal is
available. See “Headphones” earlier
in this section. The front seat passengers can listen
to audio from the A/V jacks through
the vehicle speakers by selecting
Rear AUX as the source on the
radio.
Video Screens
The video screens are in the back
of the driver and front passenger
seats.
To use the video screen:
1. Push the release button on the
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2. Move the screen to the desiredviewing position.
Push the video screen down into its
locked position when it is not in use,
the screen turns off automatically.
Only the left RSE seatback console
contains the infrared transmitters for
the wireless headphones and may
be visible as eight illuminated LEDs.
These LEDs are not on the right
video screen. Both seatback
consoles contain an infrared
receiver for the remote control. They
are at the top of each console.
Notice: Avoid directly touching
the video screen, as damage may
occur. See “Cleaning the Video
Screens” later in this section for
more information.
Video Screen Input Jack
Each video screen has a video input
jack to allow video cables to be
connected from an auxiliary device
such as a camcorder or a video
game system. This signal will override any video provided by the
RSE. The RSE system must be on
for this input to operate.
Remote Control
To use the remote control, aim it at
the transmitter window at either
seatback console and press the
power button. Direct sunlight or very
bright light could affect the ability of
the RSE transmitter to receive
signals from the remote control.
Check the batteries if the remote
control does not seem to be
working. See
“Battery Replacement”
later in this section. Objects
blocking the line of sight could also
affect the function of the remote
control.
If a CD, DVD, or MP3 disc is in the
Radio DVD slot, the remote control
Obutton can be used to turn on the
video screen display and start the
disc. The infotainment system can
also turn on the video screen
display. See CD Player on page 36.
Use the infotainment system to turn
the video screen display on.
Notice: Storing the remote
control in a hot area or in direct
sunlight can damage it, and the
repairs will not be covered by the
warranty. Storage in extreme cold
can weaken the batteries. Keep
the remote control stored in a
cool, dry place.