AUX SATURN VUE 2004 Owners Manual

Finding a Station
AM FM:Press this button to switch between FM1,
FM2, or AM. The display will show the selection.
AUX (Auxiliary):Press this button to switch between
XM1 and XM2 (if equipped). While in XM you can
perform the following:
Press either CAT arrow to select different
categories.
Rotate the tune knob or use either SEEK arrow
to change channels.
Press the information button to view track title,
artist title, and channel title.
O(Tune):Turn this knob to select radio stations.
tSEEKu:Press and hold the right or left
arrow to go to the next or to the previous station
and stay there.
To scan stations, press either arrow until you hear
a beep. The radio will go to a station, play for a
few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press
either arrow again to stop scanning.To scan preset stations, press either arrow for four
seconds until you hear a beep. The radio will go to a
preset station stored on the pushbuttons, play for a
few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press either
arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning
presets.
The radio will only seek and scan stations with a strong
signal that are in the selected band.
Setting Preset Stations
Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM,
six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped), can be programmed
on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the
following steps:
1. Turn the radio on.
2. Press AM FM to select FM1, FM2, or AM.
Press the AUX button to select XM1 or XM2.
3. Tune in the desired station.
4. Press the right or left AUTO EQ button to select
the equalization.
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O(Tune):Turn this knob to quickly change tracks.
4(Information):Press this button to view CD text
information, if available. To change the default on the
display to track name, album name, or artist name,
instead of elapsed track time, press this button to view
the available information. Then press and hold the
RCL button for ve seconds. The selected display will
now be the default.
AM FM:Press this button to listen to the radio when
a CD is playing. The inactive CD will remain safely
inside the radio for future listening.
AUX (Auxiliary):Press this button to play a CD or
to switch to XM1 or XM2 when listening to the radio.
Z(Eject):Press this button to eject a CD. Eject
may be activated with either the ignition or radio off.
If you eject a CD, but decide that you want to listen
to it, press the CD button. The CD player will pull the
CD back in and the CD will begin to play. If a CD
is ejected, but not removed from the radio, the radio
will automatically reload the CD, after 25 seconds,
to prevent damage.
Playing the Six-Disc CD Player
If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the
player, it will stay in the player. When the ignition
or radio is turned on, the CD will start playing where it
stopped, if it was the last selected audio source.
When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol will appear on
the display. As each new track starts to play, the
track number will appear on the display.
The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single
CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the
smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner.
If playing a CD-R the sound quality may be reduced
due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality
of the music that has been recorded, and the way the
CD-R has been handled. There may be an increase
in skipping, difficulty in nding tracks, and/or difficulty in
loading and ejecting. If these problems occur try a
known good CD.
Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught
in the CD player.
If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages”
later in this section.
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AUX (Auxiliary):Press this button to play a CD or
to switch to XM1 or XM2 when listening to the radio.
B(CD):Press this button to go to the next CD,
if more than one CD is loaded.
Z(Eject):To eject one CD, press this button for
less than two seconds. Then press the pushbutton
number that corresponds to the loaded CD that you
want to eject.
To eject all loaded CDs, press and hold this button for
more than two seconds.
Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio
off. If you eject a CD, but decide that you want to listen
to it, press the CD button. This will pull the CD back
in and it will begin to play. If a CD is ejected, but
not removed from the radio, the radio will automatically
reload the CD, after 25 seconds, to prevent damage.
Using an MP3 CD
MP3 Format
The MP3 radio will play both standard audio CDs and
CD-R or CD-RWs. The CD-R/RWs may contain either
standard audio (*.cda) or compressed audio (*.mp3).Customers who record their own music CD-R/RWs
should be aware of the following:
The les can be recorded on a CD-R/RW disc with
a maximum capacity of 700 MB.
The radio will play only compressed audio les
recorded in the *.mp3 format. It also supports
playlists that can be made and saved with popular
MP3 software, in the *.m3u format. The directory,
playlist, and song name must have no more
than 64 characters combined, e.g. /DIRECTORY
NAME/PLAYLIST NAME/SONG NAME.MP3.
If more than 64 characters are present, the radio
will ignore that song and move to the next one.
The radio will only play audio from a CD-R/RW,
it cannot record audio.
The radio does not support DVD audio.
The radio does not support UNICODE.
The radio will play a mixed mode CD-R/RW,
one recorded with both *.cda and *.mp3 les.
The radio supports multi-session discs, but only
the les from the last session will be played.
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Headphones
The RSE system includes two sets of wireless
headphones. The headphones are used to listen to the
DVD radio or an auxiliary device connected to the
RCA jacks. The wireless headphones have an ON/OFF
switch and a volume control.
To use the headphones, turn the switch to ON. An
indicator light located on the headphones will illuminate.
If the light does not illuminate, the batteries may
need to be replaced. See “Battery Replacement” later in
this section for more information. Switch the headphones
to OFF when not in use.
The transmitters are located in the display above the
video screen. The headphones will shut off automatically
to save the battery power if the DVD system is shut
off or if the headphones are out of range of the
transmitters for more than three minutes. If you move
too far forward or step out of the vehicle, the
headphones will lose the audio signal.
To adjust the volume on the headphones, use the
volume control located on the right side.
Notice:Do not store the headphones in heat or
direct sunlight. This could damage the headphones
and repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Keep the headphones stored in a cool, dry place.
Battery Replacement
To change the batteries, do the following:
1. Slide open the battery door located on the left side
of the headphones.
2. Replace the two AAA batteries in the compartment.
Make sure that they are installed correctly, using
the diagram on the inside of the battery
compartment.
3. Slide the battery door shut.
If the headphones are to be stored for a long period of
time, remove the batteries and keep them in a cool,
dry place.
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Stereo RCA Jacks
The RCA jacks are located behind the video screen on
the overhead console. The RCA jacks allow audio or
video signals to be connected from an auxiliary device
such as a camcorder or a video game unit to the
RSE. Adapter connectors or cables may be required to
connect the auxiliary device to the RCA jacks. Refer
to the manufacturer’s instructions for proper usage.
The RCA jacks are color coded to match typical home
entertainment system equipment. The yellow jack
(right) is for the video input. The white jack (middle) is
for the left audio input. The red jack (left) is for the right
audio input.Power for auxiliary devices is not supplied by the
radio system.
To use the auxiliary function, connect a camcorder or a
video game unit to the RCA jacks and turn on the
auxiliary device. If you want to view a DVD, insert the
DVD into the DVD radio. The system will automatically
switch to DVD and start to play. To switch between
the auxiliary device and the DVD, press the AUX button
on the DVD player or the SRCE button on the remote
control. See “DVD Radio” and “Remote Control” later in
this section for more information.
Audio Output
Only one audio source can be heard through the
speakers at one time.
The only way to listen to the audio through the vehicle
speakers is if the front seat passengers select DVD
Family Mode using the AUX button on the radio.
There are three modes to the RSE system:
RSE:This is the default, when a DVD is inserted, the
rear speakers will be muted. The rear seat passengers
will be able to hear audio through the wireless
headphones. The front seat passengers will be able to
listen to the radio by pressing the AM FM button, or
listen to XM™ Satellite Radio Service (if equipped) by
pressing the AUX button, through the front speakers.
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When a CD is inserted, the radio may be put into
RSE mode by pressing the RSE button. The rear seat
passengers will be able to listen to the CD through
the wireless headphones. The front seat passengers
will be able to listen to the radio by pressing the
AM FM button, or listen to XM™ Satellite Radio Service
(if equipped) by pressing the AUX button, through the
front speakers.
DVD Family:When in RSE mode, press the AUX
button to switch to DVD Family. All passengers will be
able to hear audio through the vehicles speakers.
DVD Aux:When RCA jacks are connected, the rear
speakers will be muted. The rear seat passengers
will be able to hear audio from the auxiliary device
through the wireless headphones. The front seat
passengers will be able to listen to the radio by pressing
the AM FM button, or listen to XM™ Satellite Radio
Service (if equipped) or CD, by pressing the AUX button,
through the front speakers.
If RSE mode is on when the radio is powered off,
the parental control will be activated the next time
the radio is turned on. To resume playback, press
the RSE button.Video Screen
The video screen is located in the overhead console.
To use the video screen, do the following:
1. Push forward on the release button on the DVD
display console.
2. Pull the screen down, away from you, and adjust its
position as desired.
When the video screen is not in use, push it up into its
locked position.
If a DVD is playing and the screen is raised to its locked
position, the screen will shut off, but the DVD will
continue to play through the previously selected audio
source.
The video screen contains the transmitters for the
wireless headphones and the remote control. If the
screen is in the closed position, the signals will not be
available for the operation of the headphones or
the remote control.
Notice:Directly touching the video screen may
damage it. Do not touch the screen. See “Cleaning
the Video Screen” later in this section for more
information.
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DVD Radio
The DVD radio is located in the center of the
instrument panel.
The DVD radio is controlled by the buttons on the
remote control. See “Remote Control” later in this
section for more information.
The DVD radio is only compatible with DVDs authorized
for use in the United States and Canada (Region
Code 1). The DVD region code is printed on the jacket
of most DVDs. Most audio CDs, CD-R, CD-RW, and
MP3s can also be played by the DVD radio.
If an error message appears on the video screen or the
radio, see “DVD Display Error Messages” and “DVD
Radio Error Messages” later in this section.
DVD Radio Buttons
To use the radio, see Radio with CD (MP3) under
Radio with CD (Base Level) on page 3-45orRadio
with CD (MP3) on page 3-49for more information.
RSE:Press this button to pause the DVD. Press this
button again to play the DVD.
Press and hold this button for more than two seconds
to turn off the RSE system.
AUX (Auxiliary):When a DVD is playing, press this
button to switch between RSE and DVD family.
To listen to a DVD through the headphones, press
this button.
When a CD is playing, press this button to switch
between playing a CD or listening to XM™ Satellite
Radio Service (if equipped).
Z(Eject/Load):Press this button to eject a DVD or
CD. If a DVD or CD is ejected, but not removed, the
player will automatically pull it back in after 30 seconds.
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z(Set-up Menu):Press this button to adjust the
color, tint, brightness, contrast, and display mode
(normal, full, or zoom). The dynamic range compression
feature can be used to reduce loud audio and increase
low audio produced by some DVDs.
e(Audio):Press this button to display a menu that
will only appear when a DVD is playing. The format and
content of this function will vary for each disc.
r(Fast Reverse):Press this button to fast reverse
the DVD or CD. To stop fast reversing, press this button
again. This button may not work when the DVD is
playing the copyright information or the previews.
SRCE (Source):Press this button to switch between
the DVD player and an auxiliary source.
c(Stop):Press this button to stop playing, rewinding,
or fast forwarding a DVD or CD. Press this button
twice to return to the beginning of the DVD.
t(Previous Track/Chapter):Press this button to
return to the start of the current track or chapter.
Press this button again to go to the previous track or
chapter. This button may not work when the DVD
is playing the copyright information or the previews.1 through 0 (Numeric Keypad):The numeric keypad
provides the capability of direct chapter, title, and
track number selection.
}10 (Double Digit Entries):Press the button, to
select chapter, title, and track numbers greater than 9.
Press this button before inputting the number.
\(Clear):Press this button, within three seconds
after inputting a numeric selection to clear all numeric
inputs.
P(Illumination):Press this button to turn the remote
control backlight on. The backlight will time out after
about 7 to 10 seconds if no other button is pressed while
the backlight is on.
y(Main DVD Menu):Press this button to access
the DVD menu. The DVD menu is different on every
DVD. Use the up, down, left, and right arrow buttons to
move the cursor around the DVD menu. After making
a selection press the enter button. This button only
operates when using a DVD.
r(Enter):Press this button to select the choices
that are highlighted in any menu.
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DVD Display Error Messages
The video screen may display one of the following:
Disc Format Error:This message is displayed when
a disc is inserted upside down, not readable, or if
the disc format is not compatible. The disc will be
automatically ejected from the radio.
Region Code Error:This message will be displayed,
if the disc is not a Region Code 1. The disc will be
automatically ejected from the radio.
No Disc:This message will be displayed, if no disc
is present when the eject, RSE, or AUX button is
pressed on the radio.
DVD Radio Error Messages
No Disc:This message will be displayed, if no disc
is present when the eject, RSE, or AUX button is
pressed on the radio.
DVD Distortion
Video distortion may occur when operating cellular
phones, scanners, CB radios, Global Position Systems
(GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies.
It may be necessary to turn off the DVD player
when operating one of these devices in or near the
vehicle.
*Excludes the OnStar
®System.
Cleaning the DVD Player
When cleaning the outside DVD faceplate and buttons,
use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water.
Cleaning the Video Screen
When cleaning the video screen, use only a clean cloth
dampened with clean water. Use care when directly
touching or cleaning the screen, as damage may result.
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Fuses Usage
ECM/CAM
(3.5L V6 (L66))Camshaft Sensor, Main Relay
Voltage To PCM, Ignition Coils 1-6
ETC (2.2L Four
Cylinder (L61))Engine Control Module (ECM),
Electronic Throttle Control
FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Relay
CIGAR/AUX2 Cigar Lighter
AUX 1 OUTLET Front Auxiliary Power Outlet
FOG LP Fog Lamp Relay
REAR DEFOG Rear Defog Relay
HORN Horn Relay
LH HDLP Left Headlamp
RH HDLP Right Headlamp
INJECTORS
(3.5L V6 (L66))Fuel Injection
PREM AUD Premium Radio Amplier
HTD SEATS Heated SeatsRelays Usage
COOL FAN
HIGHCooling Fan Motor High
COOL FAN
LOWCooling Fan Motor Low
A/C CLUTCH A/C Clutch
PWR WDWPower Window Switch, Sunroof
Module
FRT WIPER Front Wiper System
RR WIPER Rear Wiper System
WIPER
SYSTEMWiper System
ENG MAIN ECM/CAM, EMISS, INJ, ETC
FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump System
DRL Daytime Running Lamps
REAR DEFOG Rear Defog System
HORN Horn
FOG LP Fog Lamps
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