USB CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2017 3.G User Guide

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current track will start from
the beginning. Presslto
seek the next track.
.AM, FM, or SiriusXM (If
Equipped):Pressgorl
to seek to the previous ornext strong station.
.CD (If Equipped):Press
and holdgto quickly
reverse through a track.Release the button to returnto playing speed. Press and
holdlto fast forward
through a track. Releasethe button to return toplaying speed.
10. RADIO
.Press to change the audiosource between AM, FM,or SiriusXM, if equipped.
11 . M E D I A
.Press to change the audiosource between CD, USB,AUX, and Bluetooth Audio,if equipped.
12.O
.Press to turn the audio on.
.Press and hold to turn it off.
.When on, press to mute thesystem. Press again tounmute.
.Turn to increase ordecrease the volume.
Home Page (Base Radio)
Home Page Features
The infotainment system displays aHome Page that makes it easy toaccess all of the applications. Turnthe MENU knob to highlight featureicons. Press the MENU knob toaccess the feature’soptions.
Va r i o u s f u n c t i o n s a r e d i s a b l e d w h e nthe vehicle is moving.
AUDIO :Select the AUDIO screenicon to display the active sourcepage. The sources available areAM, FM, SiriusXM®(if equipped),USB/iPod, AUX Input, and BluetoothAudio (if equipped). SeeAM-FMRadio (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0191orAM-FMRadio (Base Radio)0189,SatelliteRadio (Base Radio)0193orSatellite Radio (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0193,,Auxiliary Jack0207,andBluetooth Audio0208.
PHONE :Select the PHONE screenicon to display the Phone mainpage. SeeBluetooth (VoiceRecognition - Base Radio)0221orBluetooth (Infotainment Controls -Base Radio)0217orBluetooth(Overview)0216orBluetooth(Infotainment Controls - Base Radiowith Touchscreen)0226.
NAV (Navigation, If Equipped) :Select the NAV screen icon todisplay the OnStar Turn-by-TurnNavigation. SeeOnStar Overview0486,ifequipped.

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SETTINGS :Select the SETTINGSscreen icon to display the Settingsmain page. See“Setting RadioPreferences”following.
Setting Radio Preferences
Select the SETTINGS screen iconto display the Settings menu andthe following may display:
Time and Date :SeeClock0123.
Language (Current Language) :This will set the display language inthe radio and instrument cluster.Select to display a list of languages.
SelectoBACK to go back to the
previous menu.
Valet Mode:
Using the circular numeric keypad,enter a four-digit code:
1. Turn the MENU knob tohighlight a number.
2. Press the MENU knob to selectit. Do this for each one of thefour digits. Select Enter to go tothe confirmation screen.
3. Re-enter the four-digit code.Select LOCK to lock thesystem.
4. Enter the four-digit code tounlock the system.
SelectoBACK to go back to
the previous menu.
Radio :See“Radio Setup”later inthis section.
Vehicle :SeeVehiclePersonalization0160.
Display :Press the MENU knob toturn the display on or off.
Return to Factory Settings :See“Return to Factory Settings”later inthis section.
Software Information (IfEquipped) :Press the MENU knobto select Save Vehicle Info to USB.Press the MENU knob again to startdownloading the vehicle informationto the USB.
Radio Setup
Press the RADIO button and thefollowing may display:
Manage Favorites:
.Turn the MENU knob and pressto select a favorite.
.To d e l e t e a f a v o r i t e , p r e s sthe button just below theDELETE screen button.
.To m o v e a f a v o r i t e , p r e s s t h eMOVE screen button. Turnthe MENU knob to select anew location, then press theDROP screen button toselect the new location.
.SelectoBACK to go back to
the previous menu.
Number of Favorites Shown :Select Auto and the system willautomatically adjust the number offavorite pages when favorites areadded and removed, or select anumber from 5–25 to manuallyadjust the number of favoritesshown.

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Audible Touch Feedback (IfEquipped) :Select Audible TouchFeedback to turn feedback off or on.
Auto Volume (If Equipped) :Thisfeature adjusts the volume based onvehicle speed. The options are Off,Low, Medium-Low, Medium,Medium-High, or High. Select thedesired volume.
Maximum Startup Volume :Thisfeature sets the maximum startupvolume. If the vehicle is started andthe volume is greater than this level,the volume is adjusted to this level.To s e t t h e m a x i m u m s t a r t u p v o l u m e ,Turn the MENU knob to increase ordecrease startup volume.
Rear Camera (If Equipped)
From the Rear Camera screenbutton, the following may display:
Return to Factory Settings
Select Return to Factory Settingsand the following may display:
Restore Vehicle Settings :Thisoption will restore factory vehiclepersonalization settings. SelectRestore Vehicle Settings. A screen
displays stating all vehiclecustomization settings will berestored to the factory settings.Select Cancel or Confirm.
Clear All Private Data (IfEquipped) :This option clears allprivate information from the vehicle.Select Clear All Private Data. SelectCancel or Confirm.
Restore Radio Settings :Thisoption will restore factory radiosettings. Select Restore RadioSettings. A screen displays statingall personalized radio settings willbe restored back to the factorysettings. Select Cancel or Confirm.
English and Metric Unit
Conversion
To c h a n g e t h e d i s p l a y u n i t s b e t w e e nEnglish and metric units, seeDriverInformation Center (DIC) (BaseLevel)0145orDriver InformationCenter (DIC) (Uplevel)0147orInstrument Cluster0128.
Home Page (Base Radio
with Touchscreen)
Touchscreen Buttons
To u c h s c r e e n b u t t o n s s h o w o n t h escreen when available. When afunction is unavailable, the buttonmay gray out. When a function isselected, the button may highlight.
Home Page Features
Press{to go to the Home Page.
Audio :To u c h t o s e l e c t A M , F M ,SiriusXM®(if equipped), USB/iPod/Bluetooth Audio, or AUX.
Gallery :To u c h t o v i e w a p i c t u r e o rmovie.

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Phone :To u c h t o a c t i v a t e t h ephone features (if equipped). SeeBluetooth (Voice Recognition - BaseRadio)0221orBluetooth(Infotainment Controls - BaseRadio)0217orBluetooth(Overview)0216orBluetooth(Infotainment Controls - Base Radiowith Touchscreen)0226.
Projection :To u c h t o a c c e s ssupported devices when connected.SeeUSB Port (Base Radio)0199orUSB Port (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0201.
Settings :To u c h t o a c c e s s t h ePersonalization menu. SeeVehiclePersonalization0160.
Climate :To u c h t o a c c e s s t h eClimate menu. SeeDual AutomaticClimate Control System0240.
OnStar :If equipped, touch toaccess the OnStar menu. SeeOnStar Overview0486.
Software Updates
See the website for moreinformation.
Website Information
In the U.S., see www.chevrolet.com
In Canada, seewww.chevrolet.gm.ca
In Mexico, seewww.chevrolet.com.mx
Radio
AM-FM Radio (Base
Radio)
Playing the Radio
While on the audio main page,press the RADIO button repeatedlyto cycle through the availablesources AM, FM, and SiriusXM®(ifequipped) or press the MEDIAbutton repeatedly to cycle throughthe available sources Bluetooth®
Audio (if equipped), USB, and AUX.
The steering wheel controls canalso be used to adjust the volume.SeeSteering Wheel Controls0121.
AM, FM, or SiriusXM (If Equipped)
To s e l e c t A M , F M , o r S i r i u s X M ( i fequipped), press the RADIO buttonto toggle to the desired broadcastsource.

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Multi-Band Antenna
The multi-band antenna is on theroof of the vehicle. The antenna isused for OnStar, the SiriusXMSatellite Radio Service System, andGPS (Global Positioning System),if the vehicle has these features.Keep the antenna clear ofobstructions for clear reception.
If the vehicle has a sunroof, and it isopen, reception can also beaffected.
Items on the roof of the vehicle caninterfere with the performance of theradio system and OnStar (ifequipped). Make sure themulti-band antenna is notobstructed.
Audio Players
Avoiding Untrusted Media
Devices
When using media devices such asCDs, DVDs, Blu-Ray Discs®,SDcards, USB drives, and mobiledevices, consider the source.Untrusted media devices couldcontain files that affect systemoperation or performance. Avoid useif the content or origin cannot betrusted.
CD Player
If the vehicle is equipped with a CDplayer, it can be used for CD andMP3 audio.
With the vehicle on, insert a discinto the slot, label side up. Press theMEDIA button to select CD as asource.
The system is capable ofplaying most:
.Audio CDs
.CD-R
.CD-RW
.MP3 or unprotected WMAformats
When playing any compatiblerecordable disc, the sound qualitycan be reduced due to disc quality,the method of recording, the qualityof the music that has beenrecorded, or the way the disc hasbeen handled.
There can be increased skipping,difficulty in finding tracks, and/ordifficulty in loading and ejecting.If these problems occur, check thedisc for damage or try a knowngood disc.
To a v o i d d a m a g e t o t h e C D p l a y e r :
.Do not use scratched ordamaged discs.
.Do not apply labels to discs. Thelabels could get caught in theplayer.
.Insert only one disc at a time.
.Keep the loading slot free offoreign materials, liquids, anddebris.

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USB Port (Base Radio)
Playing from a USB
AUSBmassstoragedeviceorMedia Transfer Protocol (MTP)device can be connected to theUSB port.
The vehicle may have USB ports inthe front of the center console,armrest, or one in the upper glovebox. SeeCenter Console Storage011 6andGlove Box011 5.
USB MP3 Player and USB Drives
.The USB MP3 players and USBdrives connected must complywith the USB Mass StorageClass specification (USB MSC).
.Hard disk drives are notsupported.
.Supported file system is FAT32.
To p l a y a U S B d e v i c e :
.Connect the USB.
.Press MEDIA on the faceplateuntil the connected device isshown.
While the USB source is active,press the corresponding faceplatebutton for the icons on the screen tooperate USB function:
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For information on how to use thescreen icons, see“Playing anAudio CD.”
USB Menu
Press MENU to display the USBmenu and the following may display:
Browse :Select to display the filesand folders on the USB device.
To n e S e t t i n g s :Select to adjustBass, Midrange, Treble, Balance,Fade, and EQ (Equalizer). See“To n e S e t t i n g s”inAM-FM Radio(Base Radio with Touchscreen)0191orAM-FM Radio (BaseRadio)0189.
Auto Volume :If equipped, see“Auto Volume”inAM-FM Radio(Base Radio with Touchscreen)0191orAM-FM Radio (BaseRadio)0189.
EQ (Equalizer) :If equipped, thisfeature adjusts the equalizersettings. See“EQ (Equalizer)Settings”inAM-FM Radio (BaseRadio with Touchscreen)0191orAM-FM Radio (Base Radio)0189.
Playing from an iPod®/iPad®/
iPhone®
This feature supports the followingdevices:
.iPod nano®(1st, 2nd, 3rd, and4th generation)
.iPod with video (5.0 and 5.5generation)
.iPod classic®(6th generation)
.iPod touch®(1st and 2ndgeneration)
.iPad
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There may be problems withoperation and function in thefollowing situations:
.When connecting a device withamorerecentversionofthefirmware installed than issupported by the infotainmentsystem.
.When connecting a device onwhich firmware from otherproviders is installed.
To c o n n e c t a n d c o n t r o l a d e v i c e :
1. Connect one end of thestandard USB cable to thedevice's dock connector.
2. Connect the other end to aUSB port in the center console.SeeCenter ConsoleStorage011 6.
3. Press MEDIA to select thesource.
The music information displays onthe radio’sdisplayandbeginsplaying through the vehicle’saudiosystem.
The device battery rechargesautomatically while the vehicle is on.When the vehicle is off while adevice is connected using the USBcable, the device battery stopscharging and the device willautomatically turn off.
If the device is an unsupportedmodel, it can still be listened to inthe vehicle by connecting to theauxiliary input jack using a standard3.5 mm (1/8 in) stereo cable.
Menu
Press MENU to display the deviceMenu and the following may display:
Browse :Select to display the filesor songs on the device. See“Browse Device Media”later in thissection.
To n e S e t t i n g s :Select to adjustBass, Midrange, Treble, Balance,Fade, and EQ (Equalizer). See“To n e S e t t i n g s”inAM-FM Radio(Base Radio with Touchscreen)0191orAM-FM Radio (BaseRadio)0189.
Auto Volume :If equipped, see“Auto Volume”inAM-FM Radio(Base Radio with Touchscreen)0191orAM-FM Radio (BaseRadio)0189.
EQ (Equalizer) :If equipped, thisfeature adjusts the Equalizersettings. See“EQ (Equalizer)”inAM-FM Radio (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0191orAM-FMRadio (Base Radio)0189.
Browse Device Media
Use the following to browse:
Playlists:
1. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to view the playlistsstored on the device.
2. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to select a playlist nameto view a list of all songs in theplaylist.
3. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to select the song fromthe list to begin playback.

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Artists:
1. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to view the artists storedon the device.
2. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to select an artist nameto view a list of all albums bythe artist.
3. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to select an album nameto view a list of all songs on thealbum.
4. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to select the song fromthe list to begin playback.
Albums:
1. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to view the albumsstored on the device.
2. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to select an album nameto view a list of all songs on thealbum.
3. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to select the song fromthe list to begin playback.
Genres:
1. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to view the genres storedon the device.
2. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to select a genre nameto view a list of artists of thatgenre.
3. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to select to view albumsby that artist.
4. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to select an album toview songs.
5. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to select the song fromthe list to begin playback.
Songs:
1. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to view a list of all songsstored on the device.
2. Turn MENU to highlight andpress to select the song fromthe list to begin playback.
USB Port (Base Radio
with Touchscreen)
Using the USB Port
The infotainment system can playmusic by connecting an auxiliarydevice to the USB port.
USB Support
If equipped, the USB connector is inthe center stack below the climatecontrols, and uses the USB 2.0standard.
USB Supported Devices
.USB Flash Drives
.Portable USB Hard Drives
Not all iPods and USB drives arecompatible with the USB port.
Make sure the iPod has the latestfirmware from Apple®for properoperation. iPod firmware can beupdated using the latest iTunes®
application. See www.apple.com/itunes.
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The USB port can play both lowerand upper case .mp3, .wma, .ogg,and .wav files stored on a USBstorage device.
Supported Apple®Devices
To v i e w s u p p o r t e d d e v i c e s i n U . S . ,see www.my.chevrolet.com\learn.
To v i e w s u p p o r t e d d e v i c e s i nCanada, seewww.chevroletowner.ca.
To v i e w s u p p o r t e d d e v i c e s i nMexico, see your dealer for details.
USB Supported File and FolderStructure
The infotainment system supports:
.FAT 1 6 .
.FAT 3 2 .
.exFAT.
Connecting a USB Storage
Device or iPod/iPhone
To c o n n e c t a U S B s t o r a g e d e v i c e ,connect the device to the USB port.
To c o n n e c t a n i P o d / i P h o n e , c o n n e c tone end of the device’scabletotheiPod/iPhone and the other end tothe USB port.
The iPod/iPhone charges while it isconnected to the vehicle if thevehicle is in ACC/ACCESSORY orON/RUN. SeeIgnition Positions0268.Whenthevehicleisturnedoff, the iPod/iPhone automaticallypowers off and will not charge ordraw power from the vehicle'sbattery.
For more information on USBusage, see“Audio SystemInformation”following.
Audio System Information
The infotainment system can playthe music files contained in the USBstorage device or iPod/iPhoneproducts.
Using MP3/WMA/OGG/WAV Files
.Music files with .mp3, .wma,.ogg, and .wav file nameextensions can be played.
.MP3 files that can be played: Bitrate: 8 kbps to 320 kbps.Sampling frequency: 48 kHz,44.1 kHz, 32 kHz, 24 kHz,22.05 kHz, and 16 kHz.
.Files with a bit rate above128 kbps will result in higherquality sound.
.ID3 Tag information for MP3files, such as the album nameand the artist, can be played.
.To d i s p l a y a l b u m t i t l e , t r a c k t i t l e ,and artist information, the fileshould be compatible with theID3 Tag V1 and V2 formats.
Using USB Storage Devices andiPod/iPhone
.Use a USB or flash memory typestorage device. Do not connectusing a USB adaptor.
.Do not connect and reconnectthe USB device repeatedly in ashort time, as this may causestatic electricity and problemsusing the device.
.Use a USB device with a metalconnecting terminal.

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.Connection with i-Stick TypeUSB storage devices may befaulty due to vehicle vibration.
.Do not touch the USBconnecting terminal.
.Only USB storage devicesformatted in FAT16/32 or exFATfile systems are recognized.NTFS and other file systems arenot recognized.
.The time it takes to process fileswill depend on the USB storagedevice type and capacity, andthe type of files stored.
.Some USB storage device filesmay not be compatible.
.Up to two USB devices and oneiPod can be played through aUSB hub. All devices may not besupported, depending on theperformance of the USB hub.If there is not enough powersupply, it may not operatenormally.
.Do not disconnect the USBstorage device while it is playing.This may cause damage to theproduct or affect theperformance of the USB device.
.Disconnect the USB storagedevice when the ignition isturned off. If the ignition is turnedon while the USB device isconnected, the USB device maybe damaged or may not operatenormally.
.USB storage devices can onlybe connected for playing music,viewing photo files,or upgrading.
.Do not use the USB terminal tocharge USB accessoryequipment. The heat generatedmay cause performance issuesor damage.
.Music files to which Digital RightManagement (DRM) is appliedcannot be played.
.USB storage device that are incapacity with a limit of 5,000files, such as music, photo,video, 15 stages of folder
structure. Normal usage cannotbe guaranteed for a storagedevice that exceeds this limit.The iPod/iPhone can play allmusic files that are supported.The music file lists will onlydisplay up to 5,000 files on thescreen. These files are sorted inalphabetical order.
.Some iPod/iPhone productmodels may not support theconnectivity or functionality ofthis product.
.Only connect the iPod/iPhonewith connection cablessupported by iPod/iPhoneproducts. Other connectioncables cannot be used.
.The iPod/iPhone may bedamaged if it is connected to thevehicle with the ignition on.When not in use, disconnect theiPod/iPhone.
.When the iPod/iPhone isconnected to the USB port byusing the iPod/iPhone cable, theBluetooth music is notsupported.