USB port CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2017 3.G Owners Manual

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24 In Brief
MENU :Press to select a menu.
g:Press to seek the previousstation or track.
l:Press to seek the next stationor track.
See“Base Radio”inOverview(Base Radio with Touchscreen)0183orOverview (BaseRadio)0184.
Base Radio with Touchscreen
O:Press to turn the system on.Press and hold to turn it off. Whenon, press to mute; press again tounmute. Turn to increase ordecrease the volume.
{:Press to go to the Home Page.
7:Press to seek the previousstation or track.
6:Press to seek the next stationor track.
See“Base Radio with Touchscreen”inOverview (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0183orOverview(Base Radio)0184.
Setting the Clock
SeeClock0123.
Satellite Radio
Vehicles with a SiriusXM®satelliteradio tuner and a valid SiriusXMsatellite radio subscription canreceive SiriusXM programming.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Service
SiriusXM is a satellite radio servicebased in the 48 contiguous UnitedStates and 10 Canadian provinces.SiriusXM satellite radio has a widevariety of programming andcommercial-free music, coast tocoast, and in digital-quality sound.AfeeisrequiredtoreceivetheSiriusXM service.
For more information refer to:
.www.siriusxm.com or call1-888-601-6296 (U.S.).
.www.siriusxm.ca or call1-877-438-9677 (Canada).
SeeSatellite Radio (Base Radio)0193orSatellite Radio (BaseRadio with Touchscreen)0193.
Portable Audio Devices
This vehicle may have a 3.5 mm(1/8 in) auxiliary input jack and USBports in the center console orarmrest. There may be a USB portin the upper glove box. Externaldevices such as iPods®,laptopcomputers, MP3 players, and USBstorage devices may be connected,depending on the audio system.
SeeUSB Port (Base Radio)0199orUSB Port (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n )0201andAuxiliaryJack0207.
Bluetooth®
The Bluetooth®system allows userswith a Bluetooth-enabled cell phoneto make and receive hands-freecalls using the vehicle audio systemand controls.

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Storage
Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . 115Instrument Panel Storage . . . . . 115Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116Sunglasses Storage . . . . . . . . . . 116Center Console Storage . . . . . . 116Floor Console Storage . . . . . . . . 117
Additional Storage Features
Cargo Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Storage
Compartments
{Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in storage compartments.
In a crash, these objects may
cause the cover to open and
could result in injury.
Instrument Panel Storage
If equipped, there is storage underthe climate control system.
To a c c e s s , p u l l d o w n o n t h e h a n d l e .
Card Holder
If equipped, there is a card holderon the front instrument panel to theleft of the steering wheel.
Glove Box
To a c c e s s t h e u p p e r g l o v e b o x ,unlock with the key and pull up onthe handle.
If equipped, there is a USB port inthe upper glove box.
To a c c e s s t h e l o w e r g l o v e b o x , p u l ldown on the handle.

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Cupholders
Front
There may be cupholders on thecenter front seat console armrest.
Rear
If equipped, pull the rear seatarmrest down to access thecupholders.
Sunglasses Storage
If equipped, sunglasses storage ison the overhead console. Press thefixed button on the cover andrelease to access.
Center Console Storage
Bench Seat
If equipped, pull the front centerseat armrest down to access thestorage area with cupholders.
Press the button and lift to open.There is a removable divider.
If equipped, there are dual USBports, an accessory power outlet,and an auxiliary jack inside.

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Bucket Seat
If equipped, press the latch and liftto open. Depending on the optionsthere may be a tote compartment,accessory power outlet, auxiliaryjack, and USB port(s) inside. Thereare openings for power cords on theedge of the storage area.
SeePower Outlets0124,USB Port(Base Radio)0199orUSB Port(Base Radio with Touchscreen)0201,andAuxiliary Jack0207.If equipped with the uplevel radio,see the infotainment manual.
Floor Console Storage
If equipped with front seat floorconsole storage, unlock with theignition key, press the button, andlift to open.
Additional Storage
Features
Cargo Tie-Downs
The vehicle may be equipped withcargo tie-downs.
Any of the nine holes inside thetruck bed can be used for tie-downs.
The maximum load is 113 kg(250 lb) per tie-down.

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Device Management
Select to connect to a differentphone source, disconnect a phone,or delete a phone.
Ringtones
Select to change the ring tone forthe specific phone. The phone doesnot need to be connected to changethe ring tones.
Voice Mail Numbers
This feature displays the voice mailnumber for all connected phones.To c h a n g e t h e v o i c e m a i l n u m b e r ,select EDIT. Type a new number,then select SAVE.
Text Message Alerts
This allows the feature to be turnedon or off.
Select Off or On.
Apple CarPlay™
Select and the following maydisplay:
.Apple CarPlay
.Manage Apple CarPlay Devices
Apple CarPlay
This feature allows Apple devices tobe connected to the infotainmentsystem through a USB port.
Select Off or On.
Manage Apple CarPlay Devices
Select to manage Apple devices.Apple CarPlay must be on for thisfeature to be accessed.
Android Auto
Select and the following maydisplay:
.Android Auto
.Manage Android Auto Devices
Android Auto
This feature allows Android devicesto be connected to the infotainmentsystem through a USB port.
Select Off or On.
Manage Android Auto Devices
Select to manage Android devices.Android Auto must be on for thisfeature to be accessed.
USB Auto Launch
This allows Android and AppleCarPlay devices to automaticallyconnect when plugged into theUSB port.
Select Off or On.
Voice
Select and the following maydisplay:
.Prompt Length
.Audio Feedback Speed
Prompt Length
This feature adjusts the voiceprompt length.
Select Short or Long.
Audio Feedback Speed
This feature adjusts the audiofeedback speed.
Select Slow, Medium, or Fast.

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Infotainment
System
Introduction
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . 182Overview (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 8 3Overview (Base Radio) . . . . . . . 184Home Page (Base Radio) . . . . 186Home Page (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 8 8Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Radio
AM-FM Radio (BaseRadio) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189AM-FM Radio (Base Radiowith Touchscreen) . . . . . . . . . . . 191Satellite Radio (BaseRadio) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193Satellite Radio (Base Radiowith Touchscreen) . . . . . . . . . . . 193Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195Fixed Mast Antenna . . . . . . . . . . 195Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . 196
Audio Players
Avoiding Untrusted MediaDevices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196USB Port (Base Radio) . . . . . . . 199USB Port (Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 0 1Auxiliary Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Voice Recognition
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Phone
Bluetooth (Overview) . . . . . . . . . 216Bluetooth (InfotainmentControls - Base Radio) . . . . . . 217Bluetooth (Voice Recognition -Base Radio) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221Bluetooth (InfotainmentControls - Base Radio withTo u c h s c r e e n ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2 6Apple CarPlay andAndroid Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Trademarks and License
Agreements
Trademarks and LicenseAgreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Introduction
Infotainment
Base radio information is included inthis manual. See the infotainmentmanual for information on otheravailable infotainment systems.
Read the following pages tobecome familiar with the BaseRadio features.
{Warning
Ta k i n g y o u r e y e s o f f t h e r o a d f o r
too long or too often while using
any infotainment feature can
cause a crash. You or others
could be injured or killed. Do not
give extended attention to
infotainment tasks while driving.
Limit your glances at the vehicle
displays and focus your attention
on driving. Use voice commands
whenever possible.

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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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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:
.t
.u
.j/r
.Z
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
.iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS,iPhone 4

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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.
For help with identifying your iPod,go to www.apple.com/support.