Headphones
The RSE system includes two sets of wireless
headphones.
Each set of headphones has an ON/OFF control.
An indicator light will illuminate on the headphones
when they are on. If the light does not illuminate, the
batteries may need to be replaced. See ªBattery
Replacementº following for more information.
Each set of headphones has a volume knob. To adjust
the volume, adjust this knob.
The headphones will automatically turn off if they lose
the infrared signal from the system after approximately
four minutes in order to preserve their battery power.
The signal may be lost if the system is turned off or if the
headphones are out of range of the infrared signal
transmitters that are located below the video display
screen.
When using the wired headphones, if the front seat
passengers play a CD in the Radio with Six-Disc CD
(if equipped) or use XMŸ Satellite Radio Service
(48 contiguous US states, if equipped), you will hear the
audio for these sources, instead of the DVD or CD
that is currently playing through the RSE.
Battery Replacement
To change the batteries, do the following:
1. Loosen the screw on the battery compartment door
located on the left side of the headphone earpiece.
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. Tighten the screw to close the compartment door.
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.
If the headphones are to be stored for a long period of
time, remove the batteries and keep them in a cool,
dry place.
Stereo RCA Jacks
The RCA jacks are located behind the video screen.
The RCA jacks allow you to connect audio and
video from an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a
video game unit to your RSE system. Standard RCA
cables are needed to connect the auxiliary device to the
RCA jacks. The yellow connector inputs video and
the red and white connectors input right and left stereo
audio. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for
proper connection of your auxiliary device.
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To use the auxiliary inputs on the RSE system, connect
an external auxiliary device to the color-coded RCA
jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the
RSE system power on. If the RSE system had been
previously in the DVD player mode, pressing the SRCE
button on the faceplate or the remote control will
toggle the RSE system between the auxiliary device
and the DVD player.
How to Change the Video Format when in
the Auxiliary Mode
The auxiliary input video format is preset to NTSC. In
some countries, the video format may be in PAL system.
To change the video format, perform the following:
1. Press the display menu button.
2. Press the down arrow button to highlight the Video
Format option.
3. Press the enter button to select Video Format.
4. Press the right or left arrow button to select
the desired video format.
5. Press the enter button to accept the change.
Audio Output
Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs may be
heard through the following possible sources:
·Wireless Headphones
·Vehicle Speakers
·Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the Rear Seat
Audio system (if equipped)
The RSE system will always transmit the audio signal
by infrared to the wireless headphones, if there is audio
available. See ªHeadphonesº previously for more
information.
The RSE system is capable of outputting audio to the
vehicle speakers by using the radio. The RSE
system may be selected as an audio source on the
radio if the RSE system power is on. Once the
RSE system is selected as an audio source on the radio
you may adjust the speaker volume on the radio. If
the RSE system power is not on, the RSE system will
not be an available source on the radio. Refer to
the radio information for the radio that your vehicle has
for more information.
The RSE system is capable of outputting audio to the
wired headphone jacks on the rear seat audio system
(if equipped). The RSE system may be selected as
an audio source on the rear seat audio system if
the RSE system power is on. Refer to
Rear Seat Audio
(RSA) on page 3-91for more information.
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Problem Recommended Action
No power. The ignition might not be
in on or accessory.
Check to make sure the
parental control button
has not been activated.
(The power indicator light
will ¯ash if parental
control is active.)
Disc will not play. The system might be off.
Check to make sure the
parental control button
has not been activated.
(The power indicator light
will ¯ash if parental
control is active.)
The system might be in
auxiliary mode.
The disc is upside down
or is not compatible.
The picture does not ®ll
the screen. There are
black borders on the top
and bottom or on both
sides or it looks
stretched out.Check the display
mode settings in the
display menu.
The disc was ejected, but
it was pulled back into
the DVD player.The disc is being stored
in the DVD player. Press
the eject button again to
eject the disc.Problem Recommended Action
In auxiliary mode, the
picture moves or scrolls.Check the auxiliary input
connections at both
devices.
Change the Video
Format to PAL or NTSC.
The language in the
audio or on the screen is
wrong.Check the audio or
language selection in the
main DVD menu.
The remote control does
not work.Check to make sure
there is no obstruction
between the remote
control and the infrared
window located below the
video screen.
Check the batteries to
make sure they are not
dead or installed
incorrectly.
Check to make sure the
parental control button
has not been activated.
(The power indicator light
will ¯ash if parental
control is active.)
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CD Changer
The CD changer plays up to six standard size CDs
continuously. Individual CDs may be loaded or ejected
into or from any position.
A green light on each numbered button indicates a CD
is loaded in the respective position. An amber light
on a numbered button indicates that a CD is playing.
When loading CDs, the loading slot indicators turn
amber to indicate that the player is ready to accept a
CD. CDs can be loaded or ejected with the radio or the
ignition being on or off.
You must load CDs with the label side up. If you do not,
the player will automatically eject the CDs.
Notice:Loading CDs with adhesive labels will
damage the player.
To load a CD, perform the following steps:
1. Press the LOAD button. Available positions will
blink amber.
2. Select a position by pressing the desired numbered
button with the amber blinking light. If a button is
not pressed within ®ve seconds, the changer will go
to the lowest available position.
3. Load the CD when the loading slot indicators turn
amber. An internal door will open allowing a single
CD to be inserted into the changer. After
approximately 10 seconds the changer will be ready
to play.
To load two or more CDs, perform the
following steps:
1. Press and hold the LOAD button. The ®rst CD will
be loaded into the lowest numbered empty position.
2. Load a single CD when the loading slot indicators
turn amber. After about 10 seconds the changer will
cycle to the next available position.
3. Repeat Step 2 until all CDs are loaded into all of
the desired positions. If you do not wish to load all
of the positions, you can cancel the load all
function by pressing a button with a green ¯ashing
indicator light or wait 20 seconds for the changer
to time out.
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To eject a single CD, perform the following
steps:
1. Press the eject button (upward pointing arrow).
The buttons with loaded CDs will blink amber.
2. Press one of the amber blinking buttons to select
the location of the CD you want to eject. The
changer will move to that location and eject the CD.
If you do not remove the CD from the player
within 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the eject
button is pressed and a numbered location button is
not pressed within ®ve seconds, the current or
last played CD will be ejected.
To eject all CDs, press and hold the eject button.
There are two ways to play a CD. Perform
one of the following:
·
With the radio on, press the desired numbered
button with a green indicator light on the CD
changer.
·Press the TAPE CD button on the radio. The CD
changer will go to its last played position.
CD Functions
All of the CD changer functions are performed by the
radio, except for loading and ejecting.
1 PREV (Previous):Press this pushbutton to go to the
previous track if the current track has been playing
for less than eight seconds. If pressed when the current
track has been playing for more than eight seconds,
it will go to the beginning of the current track. If you hold
or press this pushbutton more than once, the player
will continue moving back through the CD.
2 NEXT:Press this pushbutton to go to the next track.
If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than
once, the player will continue moving forward through
the CD.
3 REV (Reverse):Press and hold this pushbutton to
reverse quickly through a track. Release it to resume
playing.
4 FWD (Forward):Press and hold this pushbutton to
advance quickly through a track. Release it to resume
playing.
5
X:Press this pushbutton to select a CD. The CD
number and track number will be displayed.
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Theft-Deterrent Feature
THEFTLOCKžis designed to discourage theft of your
radio. The feature works automatically by learning
a portion of the Vehicle Identi®cation Number (VIN). If
the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it will not
operate and LOCKED will appear on the display.
When the radio and vehicle are turned off, the blinking
red light indicates that THEFTLOCK
žis armed.
With THEFTLOCKžactivated, your radio will not operate
if stolen.
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
You can control certain radio functions using the buttons
on your steering wheel.
g(OnStar/Voice Recognition):If you vehicle has
OnStarž, you can press this button to interact with the
OnStaržsystem. See the OnStaržmanual provided
with your vehicle for more information.
If your vehicle does not have OnStar
ž, pressing this
button will mute the audio system.
PROG (Program):Press this button to play a station
you have stored on the radio preset pushbuttons.
If a CD is playing in the CD changer, press this button
to go to the next available CD.
QSOURCER:Press this button to select FM1,
FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (48 contiguous US states, if
equipped), or a CD. If a CD is loaded the CD symbol
will appear on the display.
QSEEKR:Press the up or the down arrow to go to
the next or to the previous radio station and stay
there.
If a CD is playing, press the up or the down arrow to
fast forward or reverse.
QVOLR(Volume):Press the up or the down arrow
to increase or to decrease volume.
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DVD Distortion
You may experience audio distortion in the
IR headphones when operating cellular phones,
scanners, CB radios, Global Positioning 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
žSystem.
Radio Reception
AM
The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,
especially at night. The longer range, however, can
cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick
up noise from things like storms and power lines.
Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise.
FM Stereo
FM stereo will give you 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 come and go.
XMŸ Satellite Radio Service
(48 Contiguous US States)
XMŸ Satellite Radio gives you digital radio reception
from coast to coast. Just as with FM, tall buildings
or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing
the sound to come and go. Your radio may display
NO SIGNAL to indicate interference.
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause
reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged
mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their
cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and
extreme heat. If they aren't, they may not operate
properly or may cause failure of the tape player.
Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every
50 hours of use. Your radio may display CLN to
indicate that you have used your tape player for
50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer. If this
message appears on the display, your cassette
tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes,
but you should clean it as soon as possible to
prevent damage to your tapes and player. If you notice
a reduction in sound quality, try a known good
cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault.
If this other cassette has no improvement in sound
quality, clean the tape player.
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For best results, use a scrubbing action, non-abrasive
cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape
head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The
recommended cleaning cassette is available through
your dealer (GM Part No. 12344789).
The cut tape detection feature of your cassette tape
player may identify the cleaning cassette as a damaged
tape, in error. To prevent the cleaning cassette from
being ejected, use the following steps:
1. Turn the ignition on.
2. Turn the radio off.
3. Press and hold the CD TAPE button for ®ve
seconds. The tape symbol on the display will ¯ash
for two seconds.
4. Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette.
5. Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer's
recommended cleaning time.
After the cleaning cassette is ejected, the cut tape
detection feature will be active again.
You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type
cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to
clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will
not eject on its own. A non-scrubbing action cleaner
may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type
cleaner. The use of a non-scrubbing action, dry-type
cleaning cassette is not recommended.After you clean the player, press and hold the EJECT
button for ®ve seconds to reset the CLN indicator.
The radio will display --- to show the indicator was reset.
Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality
may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette
tape is in good condition before you have your tape
player serviced.
Care of Your CDs and DVDs
Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases
or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight
and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen
a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution
and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Be sure never to touch the side without writing when
handling discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer
edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge.
Care of Your CD Changer
The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to
the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics
with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.
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