radio SATURN VUE 2007 Owner's Guide

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. The red connector must
always be used in order for the DVD system to
recognize that an external source is plugged in.
With the radio on, the screen automatically
switches to the rear auxiliary input when the
red connector cable is inserted.
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. To view a DVD, insert the DVD
into the CD/DVD loading slot on the radio. The
system automatically switches to DVD and starts to
play. To switch between the auxiliary device and
the DVD, press the DVD/AUX button on the radio
faceplate or the SRCE (source) button on the
remote control. See “DVD Player” 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.Press the power button to turn the radio on.
The radio can be heard through all of the
vehicle speakers.
When a DVD is inserted, playback is heard
through the vehicle speakers and headphones.
Front seat passengers can listen to the radio
by pressing the BAND button to select AM, FM or
XM™ (if equipped). The rear seat speakers are
muted for radio listening, and the DVD plays
through the headphones (RSE Mode).
When RCA jacks are connected, the rear speakers
are muted. The rear seat passengers are able
to hear audio from the auxiliary device through the
wireless headphones. The front seat passengers
are able to listen to the radio through the front
speakers, by pressing the BAND button to select
AM, FM, or XM (if equipped), or listen to a CD
that is inserted into the radio.
If a playback device is plugged into the radio’s
auxiliary input jack, the device can be heard
through all of the vehicle speakers. In RSE mode
the playback device is only heard through the
front speakers.
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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 located 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 shuts off, but
the DVD continues to play through the previous
audio or video source.
The video screen contains the transmitters for the
wireless headphones and the receivers for the
remote control. If the screen is in the closed
position, the signals are not available for the
operation of the headphones or the remote control.
Notice:Avoid directly touching the video
screen, as damage may occur. See “Cleaning
the Video Screen” later in this section for
more information.
DVD Player
The DVD player is part of the radio and is located
in the center of the instrument panel.
The DVD player is controlled by the buttons on
the radio faceplate, or by the buttons on the
remote control. See “Remote Control” later in this
section for more information.
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The DVD player is only compatible with DVDs that
are 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 radio with CD and DVD.
If an error message displays on the video screen
or the radio, see “DVD Player Error Messages”
later in this section.
Auxiliary Input Jack
The radio system has an auxiliary input jack
located on the lower right side of the faceplate.
An external audio device such as an iPod,
MP3 player, or cassette player can be connected
to the auxiliary input jack for use as another
source for audio listening.
DVD Player Buttons
To learn about the DVD functions for this type
of radio system, read the following for more
information on the DVD player.DVD/AUX (Auxiliary):While a DVD is playing,
press this button to switch between front auxiliary
and RSE.
To listen to a DVD through the headphones, press
this button.
While a CD is playing, press this button to switch
between playing a CD or the front auxiliary, if not in
RSE mode. If the system is in RSE mode, press the
power button on the remote control rst, to listen to
the CD through the headphones, while the front
passengers listen to the front auxiliary.
O(Power):Press this knob to turn the
radio/DVD player on. Turn this knob clockwise
to or counterclockwise to increase or decrease
the volume. A single press turns the radio
off, a quick double press turns off the entire
radio and rear seat entertainment system.
f(Tune):Turn this knob to change tracks on a
CD or DVD, to manually tune a radio station, or to
change clock or date settings, while in the clock
or date setting mode. SeeSetting the Time
(Without Date Display) on page 183orSetting
the Time (With Date Display) on page 184for
more information.
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©SEEK (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 might
not work while the DVD is playing the copyright
information or the previews.
¨SEEK (Next Track/Chapter):Press this
button to advance to the beginning of the next
track or chapter. This button might not work while
the DVD is playing the copyright information or
the previews.
sREV (Reverse):Press this button to fast
reverse the DVD or CD, ve times the normal
speed. The radio displays the elapsed time while
in fast reverse. To stop fast reversing, press
this button again. This button might not work while
the DVD is playing the copyright information or
the previews.
\FWD (Fast Forward):Press this button to
fast forward the DVD or CD. The radio displays
the elapsed time and fast forwards ve times
the normal speed. To stop fast forwarding, press
this button again. This button might not work while
the DVD is playing the copyright information or
the previews.
Some DVDs begins playing after the previews have
nished, although there could be a delay of up to
30 seconds. If the DVD does not begin playing the
movie automatically, press the pushbutton located
under the play/pause symbol tag displayed on the
radio. If the DVD still does not play, refer to the
on-screen instructions, if available.
Z(Eject):Press this button to eject a DVD or
CD. If a DVD or CD is ejected, but not removed,
the player automatically pulls it back in after
15 seconds. If the DVD does not begin playing
the movie automatically, press the pushbutton
located under the play symbol tag displayed on the
radio. If the DVD still does not play, refer to the
on-screen instructions (if available).
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DVD Display Buttons
Once a DVD is inserted, a screen display menu
shows several tag options for DVD playing. Press
the pushbuttons located under any desired tag
option during DVD playback. See the tag options
listed below for more information:
r/j(Play/Pause):Press either the play or
pause icon displayed on the radio system,
to toggle between pausing or restarting playback
of a DVD. If the forward arrow is showing on
display, the system is in pause mode. If the pause
icon is showing on display, the system is in
playback mode.
c(Stop):Press this button to stop playing,
rewinding, or fast forwarding a DVD.
r(Enter):Press this button to select the
choices that are highlighted in any menu.
y(Menu):Press this button to access the DVD
menu. The DVD menu is different on every
DVD. Use the pushbuttons located under the
navigation arrows to navigate the cursor through
the DVD menu. After making a selection press the
enter button. This button only operates when
using a DVD.Nav (Navigate):Press this button to display
directional arrows for navigating through
the menus.
q(Return):Press this button to exit the current
active menu and return to the previous menu.
This button operates only when a DVD is playing
and a menu is active.
Playing a Disc
To play a disc, gently insert the disc, with the label
side up, into the loading slot. The player starts
loading the disc into the system and display
“Loading Disc” on the video screen. At the same
time, the radio displays a softkey menu of options.
The rst option tag located on the left-hand side of
the menu options, displays alternately the play or
pause symbols. This indicates the system is loading
the disc or is not yet ready to accept a play button
press. The displayed symbol arrow remains until
the disc is completely loaded or Promos and
Copyright information has ended. The time can vary
depending on the discs media type and format.
Once the DVD is loaded into the system, a pause
icon displays instead of the forward arrow. This
indicates the system is in play mode, and the disc
automatically starts playback.
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Loading a disc into the system usually takes
approximately 30 seconds for playback to begin.
If a DVD is already in the radio, press the
play/pause button on the remote control, or press
the pushbutton located under the play symbol
tag displayed on the radio to start playing the disc,
when the DVD system is active.
The DVD player might not accept some paper
labeled media.
The DVD player/video screen can only be turned
on by pressing the power button on the remote
control or by inserting a DVD.
Playing an MP3 CD
The CD player has the ability to recognize up to
255 folders, and up to 255 les per folder to
a maximum of 512 total MP3 selections on a CD.
Mixed media CD’s are not supported.
Stopping and Resuming Playback
To turn the RSE system off, press the power
button twice on the radio.
To turn the RSE system back on again, press the
power button on the radio, then press the DVD/AUX
button. This brings up the softkey menu displayed
on the radio. Press the play/pause icon to begin
playback from where it had previously stopped.
To stop playing a DVD without turning off the
system, press the stop button on the remote
control, or press the pushbutton located under the
stop or the play/pause symbol tags displayed
on the radio.
To resume DVD playback, press the play/pause
button on the remote control, or press the
pushbutton located under the play/pause symbol
tag displayed on the radio. The DVD should resume
play from where it last stopped if the disc has not
been ejected and the stop button has not been
pressed twice on the remote control. If the disc has
been ejected or the stop button has been pressed
twice on the remote control, the disc resumes
playing at the beginning of the disc.
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Ejecting a Disc
Press the eject button on the radio to eject the disc.
If a disc is ejected from the radio, but not removed,
the radio reloads the disc after a short period of
time. The disc is stored in the radio. The radio does
not resume play of the disc automatically.
Remote Control
To use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter
window below the video screen and press the
desired button. Direct sunlight or very bright light
could affect the ability of the RSE transmitter to
receive signals from the remote control. If the
remote control does not seem to be working, the
batteries might need to be replaced. See “Battery
Replacement” later in this section. Objects blocking
the line of sight could also affect the function of the
remote control.
The DVD player can only be turned on by pressing
the DVD/AUX button on the radio.
Notice:Storing the remote control in a hot
area or in direct sunlight can damage it,
and the repairs will not be covered by your
warranty. Keep the remote control stored in a
cool, dry place.
Remote Control Buttons
O(Power):Press this button to turn the RSE
screen on and off (also powers up the DVD player
if a disc is loaded).
P(Illumination):Press this button to turn the
remote control backlight on. The backlight
times out after seven to ten seconds if no other
button is pressed while the backlight is on.
v(Title):Press this button to return the DVD to
the main menu of the DVD.
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DVD Player Error Messages
The video screen could display one of
the following:
Disc Load/Eject Error:This message displays
when there are disc load or eject problems.
Disc Format Error:This message displays, if the
disc is inserted with the disc label wrong side
up, or if the disc is damaged.
Disc Region Error:This message displays, if the
disc is not from a correct region.
No Disc Inserted:This message displays, if no
disc is present when the EJECT or DVD/AUX
button is pressed on the radio.
DVD Distortion
Video distortion could occur when operating
cellular phones, scanners, CB radios, Global
Position Systems (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile
fax, or walkie talkies.
It might 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 could result.
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Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Some audio controls
can be adjusted at the
steering wheel. They
include the following:
xw:Press the up or the down arrow to go to
the next or to the previous radio station and
stay there. The radio seeks stations only with a
strong signal that are in the selected band.
To scan stations, press and hold either arrow for
two seconds until SCAN displays and a beep
sounds. The radio goes to a station, plays for a
few seconds, then goes to the next station. Press
either arrow again to stop scanning.While a CD is playing, press the up or the down
arrow to go to the next or previous track.
To scan the current CD, press and hold either
up or down arrow for more than two seconds.
The CD goes to the next track, plays the
rst 10 seconds, then goes to the next track.
Press either up or down arrow again to stop
scanning.
To scan all of the CDs loaded, press and
hold either up or down arrow for more than
four seconds. The CD goes to the next CD, plays
the rst 10 seconds of each track, then goes to
the next CD. Press either up or down arrow again
to stop scanning.
+−(Volume):Press the plus or minus button to
increase or to decrease the volume.
g(Mute):Press this button to silence the system.
Press this button again, to turn the sound on.
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Radio Reception
Frequency interference and static during normal
radio reception can occur if items such as
cellphone 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.
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 your radio.
FM Stereo
FM stereo gives the best sound, but FM signals
will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km).
Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM
signals, causing the sound to fade in and out.
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 could cause
loss of XM signal for a period of time. The
radio might display NO XM SIGNAL to indicate
interference.
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