infotainment CHEVROLET CAMARO SS 2010 User Guide

Radio
AM-FM Radio
Control Buttons
The buttons used to control the
radio are:
RADIO/BAND:Press to turn the
radio on and choose between
AM, FM, and XM™, if equipped.
gSEEK/lSEEK:Press to
search for stations.
FAV:Press to open the
favorites list.
1-6:Press to select preset stations.
MENU/SELECT:Turn to manually
search for 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,
FM and XM, if equipped.Press the MENU/SELECT knob to
open the main radio menu for
that frequency.
Selecting a Band
Press the RADIO/BAND button
to choose AM, FM, or XM™,
if equipped. The last station that
was playing starts playing again.
Selecting a Station
Seek Tuning
Briefly press
gSEEK orlSEEK
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.
Press and hold
gSEEK or
lSEEK until the station on the
display is reached, then release
the button.
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Manual Tuning
Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to
select the frequency on the display.
Favorites List
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob.
2. Select Favorites List.
3. Select the station.
Station Lists
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob.
2. Select AM or FM Station List.
All receivable stations in the
current reception area are
displayed. If no station list has
been created an automatic
station search is done.
3. Select the station.Updating Station & Category Lists
If stations stored in the station list
can no longer be received.
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob.
2. Select Update AM or FM
Station List, if the station 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 MENU/SELECT knob.
Category Lists
Most stations that broadcast an
RDS PTY code specify the type of
programming transmitted. Some
stations change the PTY code
depending on the content.The system stores the RDS stations,
sorted by program type, in the FM
category list.
To search for a programing type
determined by station:
1. Select FM category list. A list of
all programing types available
displays.
2. Select the programing type.
A list of stations that transmit
programming of the selected
type displays.
3. Select the station.
The category lists are updated when
the corresponding station lists are
updated.
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Storing and Retrieving
Favorites
Stations from all bands can be
stored in the favorite lists in
any order.
Up to six stations can be stored in
each favorite page and the
number of available favorite pages
can be set.
Storing a Station as a Favorite
To store the station to a position in
the list, press the corresponding
numeric button 1-6 until the station
can be heard again.
Retrieving Stations
Press the FAV button to open a
favorite page or to switch to another
favorite page. Briefly press one of
the 1-6 buttons to retrieve the
station.
Satellite Radio
Vehicles with an XM™ Satellite
Radio tuner and a valid XM Satellite
Radio subscription can receive
XM programming.
XM Satellite Radio Service
XM is a satellite radio service that
is based in the 48 contiguous
United States and 10 Canadian
provinces. XM Satellite Radio has
a wide variety of programming
and commercial-free music,
coast-to-coast, and in digital-quality
sound. During your trial or when
you subscribe, you will get unlimited
access to XM Radio Online for
when you are not in the vehicle.
A service fee is required to
receive the XM service. For more
information, contact XM at
www.xmradio.com or call
1-800-929-2100 in the U.S. and
www.xmradio.ca or call
1-877-438-9677 in Canada.
Control Buttons
The buttons used to control the
XM radio are:
RADIO/BAND:Press to turn the
radio on and choose between
AM, FM, and XM™, if equipped.
gSEEK /lSEEK:Press to
search for stations.
FAV:Press to open the
favorites list.
1-6:Press to select preset stations.
MENU/SELECT:Turn to search
for stations.
Selecting the XM Band
Press the RADIO/BAND button to
choose between the AM, FM,
and XM bands. The last station
played in that band begins to play
when that band is selected.
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XM Categories
XM stations are organized in
categories.
Removing or Adding Categories
1. Press the CONFIG button.
2. Select XM Categories.
3. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to
highlight the category.
4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob
to remove or add the category.
Selecting an XM Station
XM stations can be selected by
using
gSEEK,lSEEK,
the MENU/SELECT knob, or the
menu system.To select an XM station using
gSEEK orlSEEK, do one of
the following:
•Press and releasegSEEK or
lSEEK to go to the previous
or next station.
•Press and holdgSEEK or
lSEEK to scroll through
the previous or next stations
until the station is reached.
To select an XM station using the
MENU/SELECT knob:
1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to
highlight an XM station.
2. Press the MENU/SELECT knob
to select the station, or leave
the station highlighted.
To select a station using the menu:
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob.
2. Select XM Stations List.
3. Select the station.Selecting a Station by Category
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob.
2. Select XM Category List.
A list of all programing types
available displays.
3. Select the programing type.
4. Select the station.Storing and Retrieving
Favorites
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 a Station as a Favorite
To store the station to a position
in the list, press and hold the
corresponding 1-6 button until the
station can be heard again.
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Retrieving stations
Press the FAV button to open a
favorite page or to switch to another
favorite page. Briefly press one of
the 1-6 buttons to retrieve the
station.
XM Messages
XL (Explicit Language Channels):
These channels, or any others,
can be blocked by request,
by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696).
XM Updating:The encryption
code is being updated, no action
is required.
Loading XM:The audio system is
acquiring and processing audio
and text data, no action is needed.
Channel Off Air:This channel
is not currently in service.
Channel Unauth:This channel is
blocked or cannot be received
with the XM Subscription package.Channel Unavail:This previously
assigned channel is no longer
assigned.
No Artist Info:No artist information
is available.
No Title Info:No song title
information is available.
No CAT Info:No category
information is available.
No Information:No text or
informational messages are
available.
No XM Signal:The vehicle may
be in a location that where the
XM signal is being blocked.
When the vehicle is moved,
the signal should return.
CAT Not Found:There are no
channels available for the selected
category.XM Theftlocked:The XM receiver
in the vehicle may have been in
another vehicle. XM receivers
cannot be swapped between
vehicles. If this message is received
after having the vehicle serviced,
check with your dealer/retailer.
XM Radio ID:If tuned to channel 0,
this message alternates with the
XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label.
This label is needed to activate the
service.
Unknown:If this message is
received when tuned to channel 0,
there could be a receiver fault.
Consult with your dealer/retailer.
Check XM Receivr:If this message
does not clear within a short period of
time, the receiver could have a fault.
Consult with your dealer/retailer.
XM Not Available:If this message
does not clear within a short period of
time, the receiver could have a fault.
Consult with your dealer/retailer.
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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.
FM
FM signals only reach about
16 to 65 km (10 to 40 miles).
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.
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
power lines interfere with radio
reception. When this happens, try
reducing the treble on the radio.
XM™ Satellite Radio Service
XM 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 XM signal for
a period of time.
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 can cause
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.
Backglass Antenna
The AM-FM antenna is integrated
with the rear window defogger,
located in the rear window. Make
sure that the inside surface of
the rear window is not scratched
and that the lines on the glass are
not damaged. If the inside surface
is damaged, it could interfere
with radio reception. For proper
radio reception, the antenna
connector needs to be properly
attached to the post on the glass.
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If a cellular telephone antenna
needs to be attached to the glass,
make sure that the grid lines for
the AM-FM antenna are not
damaged. There is enough space
between the grid lines to attach
a cellular telephone antenna without
interfering with radio reception.
Notice:Using a razor blade or
sharp object to clear the inside
rear window can damage the rear
window antenna and/or the rear
window defogger. Repairs would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not clear the inside
rear window with sharp objects.Notice:Do not apply aftermarket
glass tinting with metallic lm.
The metallic lm in some tinting
materials will interfere with or
distort the incoming radio
reception. Any damage caused to
your backglass antenna due to
metallic tinting materials will
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Satellite Radio Antenna
For vehicles with XM™ Satellite
Radio Service, the antenna is
located on the decklid of the vehicle.
Keep the antenna clear of
obstructions for clear radio
reception.
Audio Players
CD Player
The CD player can play audio CDs
and MP3 CDs.
The CD player will not play
8 cm (3 inches) 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.
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If the bottom surface of a disc is dirty,
take a soft lint free cloth, or dampen
a clean soft cloth in a 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.
Notice:If a label is added to a CD,
or 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,
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:
CD/AUX:Press to choose between
the CD and AUX player.
gSEEK /lSEEK:Press to
select tracks or to fast forward or
rewind within a track.
MENU/SELECT:Turn to select
tracks.
INFO:Press to display additional
information about the CD that
may be available.
Z(Eject):Press to remove the CD.
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 theZbutton.
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 CD/AUX 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
gSEEK orlSEEK to
select the previous or next track.
Turn the MENU/SELECT knob
counterclockwise or clockwise to
select the previous or next track.
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Using the CD Menu:
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob.
2. Select Tracks list.
3. Select the track.
Playing Tracks in Random Order
Press the MENU/SELECT knob
and then set Shuffle Songs to On.
Fast Forward and Rewind
Press and hold
lSEEK or
gSEEK to fast forward or rewind
within the current track.
Selecting an MP3 Track
Using the control buttons:
Press
gSEEK orlSEEK to
select the previous or next track.
Turn the MENU/SELECT knob
counterclockwise or clockwise to
select the previous or next track.Using the CD Menu:
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob.
2. Select Playlists / Folders.
3. Select the play list or folder.
4. Select the track.
Searching for MP3 Tracks
It is normal for the search feature to
take some time to display the
information after reading the disc
due to the amount of information
stored on the disc. The infotainment
system automatically switches to
FM while the disc is being read.
Tracks can be searched by:
•Playlists
•Artists
•Albums
•Song Titles
•Genres
•Folder ViewTo search for tracks:
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob.
2. Select Search.
3. Select: Playlists, Artists,
Albums, Song Titles, Genres,
or Folder View.
4. Select the track.
Auxiliary Devices
The AUX Input allows portable
devices to connect to the vehicle
using the 3.5mm (1/8 inch) input
jack, the USB port, if equipped, or
Bluetooth
®wireless technology,
if equipped.
Portable devices are controlled by
using the menu system described in
Operation on page 6-4.
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The AUX input is located in the
center console.
3.5mm Jack
Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 inch) cable
to the auxiliary input jack to use
a portable audio player.
Playback of an audio device that is
connected to the 3.5mm jack
can only be controlled using the
controls on the device.Adjusting the Volume
Turn the VOL
Oknob to adjust the
volume of the Infotainment system
after the volume level has been
set on the portable audio device.
USB Port
For vehicles with a USB port, the
following devices may be connected
and controlled by the infotainment
system.
•iPod’s
•PlaysForSure Devices (PFD)
•USB Drives
•Zune’s
Connecting and Controlling
an iPod™
Not all iPod’s can be controlled by
the Infotainment System.
Connecting an iPod
Connect the iPod to the USB port
using the cable that came with
the device.Searching For a Track
Tracks can be searched for by:
•Playlists
•Artists
•Albums
•Song Titles
•Podcasts
•Genres
•Audiobooks
•Composers
To search for tracks:
1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob.
2. Select Search.
3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums,
Song Titles, Podcasts, Genres,
Audiobooks, or Composers.
4. Select the track.
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