bluetooth CHEVROLET BOLT EV 2017 User Guide

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MTP (Media Transfer Protocol)
Player
Playing Music from a Supported
MTP Device
Connect the supported MTP device
containing music files to the
USB port.
.Once the infotainment system
finishes reading the information
on the device that supports MTP
(Media Transfer Protocol), it will
be automatically played. If USB
Auto Launch is set to Off in
Settings, it will not be
automatically played.
. If a non-readable device that
supports MTP is connected, then
an error message will appear
and the infotainment system will
automatically switch to the
previous audio function.
. Depending on the connected
device, some files may not play.
. File loading may take a few
minutes depending on the type
of MTP device or the number of
files/folders stored in the MTP
device. .
When connecting the MTP
device, the infotainment system
scans audio files first, and then
picture files. While scanning
picture files, these files may not
be available until the loading
indicator on the audio screen
disappears even if the audio file
in the MTP device is playing.
. If connecting an MTP device that
has external memory, it may be
recognized as USB1/USB2.
. Other operations are the same
as the USB player. See “USB
Player” under“USB Port”
previously in this section.
. The USB connection setting on
the device may need to be
changed to MTP.
iPod/iPhone Player
This is limited to devices supporting
the iPod/iPhone connection.
Playing iPod/iPhone Music Files
Use an Apple certified cord to
connect the iPod/iPhone containing
the music files to the USB port. .
Once the infotainment system
finishes reading the information
on the iPod/iPhone, it will be
automatically played from the
previously played point. If Auto
Launch in Settings is set to Off,
it will not be automatically
played.
If the iPod/iPhone is already
connected, press
{, then touchT,
Audio, Source, then iPod to play the
iPod/iPhone.
Ending iPod/iPhone Playback
1. Touch Source.
2. Select another function by touching AM, FM, AUX,
or Bluetooth, or unplug the
iPod/iPhone.
To remove the iPod/iPhone, select
another function, and then remove
the iPod/iPhone.
Pause Touch
jduring playback.
Touch
rto resume playback.
Playing the Next Song Touch
dto play the next song.

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Viewing a Previous or Next
Picture
From the picture screen, touchSor
Tto view the previous or next
picture.
Rotating a Picture
From the picture screen, touchwto
rotate the picture.
Enlarging a Picture
From the picture screen, touchTto
enlarge the picture.
Using the USB Picture Menu
1. From the picture screen, touch Menu.
2. Touch the desired menu. .Slide Show Time: Select
the slide show interval.
. Clock/Temp Display: To
display the clock and
temperature on the full
screen, select On or Off.
. Display Settings: Adjust the
brightness and contrast. 3. After the setting is complete,
touch
0.
Auxiliary Devices
The AUX port is in the center
console. The infotainment system
can play auxiliary music connected
by the auxiliary device.
Playing Music from an
Auxiliary Device
Connect the auxiliary device
containing the music source to the
AUX port. Once connected with the
infotainment system, music can be
played from the device.
.If the auxiliary device is already
connected, press
{, then
touch
T, Audio, Source, then
AUX to play music from the
auxiliary device.
. Use an AUX cable with a
3.5 mm (1/8 in) type connector.
Tone Settings
From the AUX screen, touch Tone.
See “Tone Settings” under“AM-FM
Radio” previously in this section.
Bluetooth Audio
Bluetooth Music
If equipped, music may be played
from a paired Bluetooth device.
Refer to the Phone section for help
pairing a device.
Before Playing Bluetooth Music
.
The paired bluetooth device
must support Bluetooth profiles:
A2DP or AVRCP.
. Bluetooth music may not be
supported depending on the
mobile phone or Bluetooth
device.
. From the mobile phone or
Bluetooth device, find the
Bluetooth device type to set/
connect the item.
. A♪will appear on the screen to
indicate a successful Audio
Bluetooth connection.
. The sound played by the
Bluetooth device is delivered
through the infotainment system.

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.Bluetooth music can be played
only when a Bluetooth device
has been connected. To play
Bluetooth music, connect the
Bluetooth phone to the
infotainment system.
. If the Bluetooth device is
disconnected while playing
music, the music is
discontinued. The audio
streaming function may not be
supported in some Bluetooth
phones. Only one function can
be used at a time between the
Bluetooth hands-free phone
function or the Phone music
function. For example,
if switching to Bluetooth
hands-free phone mode while
playing Phone music, the music
streaming function will be
discontinued.
. For Bluetooth music to play, the
music must be played at least
once from the music player
mode of the mobile phone or
Bluetooth device after
connecting as a stereo headset.
After being played at least once,
the music player will be automatically played upon
entering play mode, and it will be
automatically stopped when the
music player mode ends. If the
mobile phone or Bluetooth
device is not in the waiting
screen mode, some devices may
not automatically play in
Bluetooth music play mode.
Playing Bluetooth Music
1. Press
{, then touchT.
2. Touch Audio, then Source on the screen.
3. Touch Bluetooth to select the connected Bluetooth device
music play mode.
Pause Touch
jduring playback.
Touch
ragain to resume
playback.
Playing the Next Music Touch
dto play the next music.
Playing the Previous Music Touch
gwithin two seconds of
playback time to play the
previous music. Returning to the Beginning of the
Current Music
Touch
gafter two seconds of
playback time.
Scanning Forward or Backward Hold
gordduring playback
to rewind or fast forward.
Release
gordto resume
playback at normal speed.
Playing Files Randomly Touch
Zduring playback.
Touch
Zagain to return to
normal playback.
Playing Files Repeatedly
1. Touch
"during playback.
2. Touch the desired option. .Repeat All: Plays all files
repeatedly.
. Repeat Song: Plays a
current file repeatedly.
. Repeat Off: Cancels repeat
function.

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General Operation of the
Bluetooth Music Menu1. Touch Menu on the Bluetooth music screen.
2. Touch the desired menu to select the item or to display the
item’s detailed menu.
3. Touch
qNow Playing to return
to the previous menu.
Browse Music
This function may not be supported
depending on the mobile phone. 1. From the Bluetooth music menu, touch Browse Music.
2. Touch the desired item. The number of relevant songs is
displayed.
3. Touch the desired music to listen.
Tone Settings
From the Bluetooth music menu,
sound features can be set up. See
“Tone Settings” under“AM-FM
Radio” previously in this section. Auto Volume
Volume will be automatically
controlled. See
“Auto Volume”under
“AM-FM Radio” previously in this
section.
Manage Bluetooth Devices
1. From the Bluetooth music menu, touch Audio Settings.
2. Touch Manage Bluetooth Devices.
3. Select the desired device and then connect/disconnect or
delete.
Playing Bluetooth Music
. Do not change the track too
quickly when playing Bluetooth
music.
. It takes some time to transmit
data from the mobile phone or
Bluetooth device to the
infotainment system. The
infotainment system outputs the
audio from the mobile phone or
Bluetooth device as it is
transmitted. .
If the mobile phone or Bluetooth
device is not in the idle screen
mode, it may not automatically
play despite being carried out
from the Bluetooth music
play mode.
. The infotainment system
transmits the order to play from
the mobile phone in the
Bluetooth music play mode.
If this is done in a different
mode, then the device transmits
the order to stop. Depending on
the mobile phone’s options, this
order to play/stop may some
take time to activate.
. If Bluetooth music playback is
not functioning, then check to
see if the mobile phone is in the
idle screen mode.
. Sometimes, sounds may be cut
off during Bluetooth music
playback.

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OnStar System
OnStar®with 4G LTE
If equipped with OnStar 4G LTE, up
to seven devices, such as
smartphones, tablets, and laptops,
can be connected to high-speed
Internet through the vehicle’s built-in
Wi-Fi hotspot.Call 1-888-4-ONSTAR
(1-888-466-7827) to connect to an
OnStar Advisor for assistance. See
www.onstar.com for a detailed
instruction guide, vehicle availability,
details, and system limitations.
Services and apps vary by make,
model, year, carrier, availability, and
conditions. 4G LTE service is
available in select markets. 4G LTE
performance is based on industry
averages and vehicle systems
design. Some services require a
data plan.
Phone
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Bluetooth wireless technology
establishes a wireless link between
two devices supported with
Bluetooth. After the initial pairing,
the two devices can connect
automatically when turned on.
Bluetooth allows wireless
transmission of information among
Bluetooth phones, PDAs, or other
devices within close range by using
2.45 GHz frequency short-distance
wireless telecommunication
technologies. Within this vehicle,
users can make hands-free calls,
transmit hands-free data, and play
audio streaming files by connecting
a mobile phone with the system.
.
There may be restrictions on
using Bluetooth wireless
technology in some locations.

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.Due to the variety of Bluetooth
devices and their firmware
versions, the device may
respond differently when
performing over Bluetooth.
. See the device’ s user guide for
questions about Bluetooth
functionality.
. Multi-pairing is not supported.
Pairing and Connecting
Bluetooth
To use the Bluetooth feature, make
sure the Bluetooth on the device is
turned on and the device is in
discoverable mode. See the
Bluetooth device’ s user guide.
When There Is no Paired Device
on the Infotainment System
1. Press
{, then touchT.
2. Touch Phone, then Add Device.
3. From the device’s Bluetooth settings list, select Chevrolet
MyLink.
4. Touch Code Matches.
5. Verify phone matches. When the Bluetooth device and
infotainment system are
successfully paired, the Phone
screen appears on the infotainment
display.
When the connection fails, a failure
message appears on the
infotainment display.
When There Is a Paired Device on
the Infotainment System
1. Press
{, then touchT.
2. Touch Settings, then Devices on the display.
3. Touch the device to pair from the list, and then follow Step 5.
To add a device not in the list,
touch Add Device.
4. From the device’s Bluetooth settings list, select Chevrolet
MyLink.
5. When the Bluetooth device and the infotainment system are
successfully paired,
e/5is
displayed.
‐ The connected mobile phone
is highlighted by a
5mark. ‐
The
e/5mark indicates the
hands-free and mobile phone
music function are enabled.
‐ The
5mark indicates only
Hands-Free function is
enabled.
‐ The
emark indicates only
Bluetooth music is enabled.
. When the Bluetooth device and
the infotainment system are
successfully paired, the contact
list downloads automatically,
depending on the type of mobile
phone. If the contact list does
not download automatically,
proceed with the download on
the mobile phone. Always
accept the contact list request
on the initial pairing of the
mobile phone.
. The Infotainment system can
register up to 10 Bluetooth
devices.
. When the connection fails, the
failure message displays on the
infotainment system.

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.If the contact list has more than
5,000 contacts, the infotainment
system may not properly list the
remaining entries.
. Depending on the number of
contact entries, pairing time
may vary.
Checking the Connected
Bluetooth Device
1. Press{, then touchT.
2. Touch Settings, then Devices.
3. The connected device will be displayed on the top of the list.
Disconnecting the Bluetooth
Device
1. Press{, then touchT.
2. Touch Settings, then Devices.
3. Touch the name of the device to disconnect.
4. Touch Disconnect Device.
Connecting the Bluetooth
Device
1. Press{, then touchT. 2. Touch Settings, then Devices.
3. Touch the device to connect.
Deleting the Bluetooth Device
1. Press{, then touchT.
2. Touch Settings, then Devices.
3. Touch Delete next to the device to delete.
4. Touch Delete.
Hands-Free Phone
Making a Call by Entering the
Phone Number
1. Press{, then touchT.
2. Touch Phone.
3. Enter the phone number using the keypad on the Phone
screen.
4. Touch
5on the display to call
the phone number. If the wrong number is entered,
touch
zto delete the entered
number one digit at a time. Or touch
and hold
zto delete all entered
numbers.
Switching a Call to the Mobile
Phone (Private Mode)
1. To switch the call to the mobile phone instead of the Bluetooth
hands-free, touch
0.
2. To switch the call back to the Bluetooth hands-free, touch
0
again.
Switching the Microphone
On/Off
Switch the microphone on/off by
touching
3.
Calling by Re-Dial
Touch5on the display.
Taking Calls
1. When a phone call comesthrough the connected
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playing track will be cut off and
the phone will ring with the
relevant information displayed.
2. To talk on the phone, press
g
on the steering wheel control or
touch
5on the display.
To reject the call, press
con
the steering wheel control or
touch
Kon the display.
Using the Contacts Menu
1. Touch the contacts menu on the Phone screen.
2. Select the contact entry to call. .To call another phone
number in the same
contacts, touch More in the
Contacts screen and touch
the desired phone number.
. In the Contacts screen,
touch
qto add the contact
to favorites. Touch
qagain
to remove the contact from
favorites.
Making a Call from Favorites
1. Touch the favorites menu on the Phone screen.
2. Select the contact to call.
The Favorites list is not
synchronized with the mobile phone
and is stored separately.
Making a Call from Call History
1. TouchWRECENT on the
Phone screen.
2. Select the contact to call.
.
9: Incoming call
.
2: Outgoing call
.
4: Missed call
Making a Call with Speed Dial
Numbers
Touch and hold a speed dial number
using the keypad on the Phone
screen. Only speed dial numbers already
stored on the mobile phone can be
used for speed dial calls. Up to
two-digit speed dial numbers are
supported.
For two-digit speed dial numbers,
touch and hold the second digit to
make a call to the speed dial
number.
Voice Mail
The default voice mail number is the
phone number of the currently
connected mobile phone. The voice
mail number can be changed in
Bluetooth settings.
To dial a voice mail number:
1. Press
{, then touchT.
2. Touch Phone, then Voice Mail.

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Settings
Operation of the Settings Menu
The infotainment system can be
customized to make it easier to use.1. Press
{, then touchT.
2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch the desired menu to select the item or to display the
item’s detailed menu.
4. Touch
0to return to the
previous menu.
Settings menus and functions may
vary depending on vehicle options.
Radio Settings
1. Press{, then touchT.
2. Touch Settings, then touch Radio Settings.
.Auto Volume: Volume will
be automatically controlled.
See “Auto Volume” under
“AM-FM Radio” previously
in this section. .
Maximum Start-up volume:
Set the Maximum start-up
volume from 13 to 37.
. Audio Cues: Set the Audio
Cues feature to On or Off.
. Audio Cues Volume: Set
the Audio Cues Volume
from 10 to 63.
Audio Cues Volume is only available
when Audio Cues is set to On.
Devices
1. Press{, then touchT.
2. Touch Settings, then touch Devices.
3. Select the desired device and connect/disconnect or delete.
To add a new Bluetooth device,
touch Add Device.
Bluetooth Phone
1. Press{, then touchT. 2. Touch Settings, then Bluetooth
Phone and touch
Yto scroll to
the desired mobile phone. This
is only available when the
device is connected.
. My Number: Displays the
current connected phone
number.
. Privacy: Set whether or not
incoming call alerts are
shown on the infotainment
display.
. Sort Contacts: Set to First
name, surname or
Surname, first name.
. Resync Device Contacts:
Resync the contacts list for
the current connected
mobile phone.
Apple CarPlay
1. Press{, then touchT.
2. Touch Settings and find Apple CarPlay.
3. Select On or Off.

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