2004 SATURN ION Owners Manual

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.
There are a total of 20 directories (folders) allowed
on a CD. The le structure can be 4 directories deep
(a folder within a folder, within a folder, etc.).
Anything more than 20 directories will be ignored.
Each directory may have up to 99 les contained
within it. Files not having the *.mp3 extension will not
be played, but still count toward the maximum.
Anything more than the rst 99 les within a directory
will be ignored. A single CD may have up to 254 les
and directories. Anything beyond the 254 limit will be
ignored.
MP3 les must be written to a CD-R/RW in one of the
following industry-standard formats:
ISO 9660 Level 1
ISO 9660 Level 2
Joliet
Romeo
ID3 tag information is displayed by the radio,
if available. The ID3 tag information can be either
version 1 or 2. The radio will display a lename, song
name, artist name, album name, directory name, or
playlist name.
If the customer does not follow these guidelines when
recording a CD-R(W), the CD may not play in the radio.
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Playing an MP3
If you turn off the ignition or radio with a CD in the
player, it will stay in the player. When you turn on the
ignition or radio, the CD will start playing where it
stopped, if it was the last selected audio source.
The CD player can play the smaller 8 cm or 3 inch single
CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller
CDs are loaded in the same manner. See your dealer for
the appropriate adapter ring for your radio.
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. You may experience 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.
See “Playing the Single CD Player” and “Playing the
Six-Disc CD Player” earlier to use any radio control,
while playing an MP3, that is not listed here.
g1 (Previous):Press this pushbutton to go to the
start of the current track. If you hold this pushbutton
or press it more than once, the player will continue
moving backward through the current directory.2
l(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 current directory.
4:
Press this pushbutton to enter playlist mode. Use the
tune knob to cycle through the available playlists.
Playlist X will appear on the display. Use the 1 and 2
pushbuttons to cycle through songs in a particular playlist.
Press the 4 pushbutton again to exit playlist mode.
If a CD is a mixed mode, contains standard CD audio
and MP3 compressed audio, the radio will assign the
standard CD audio to a directory, which is listed as ROM
audio directory.
O(Tune):Turn this knob to quickly change tracks
on the CD.
4(Information):Press this button to see the elapsed
time of the track and the current track time. To change
the default on the display, (track name, artist name,
album name, le name, or directory), press this button to
scroll through each display. Once the desired display is
shown, press and hold the RCL button for ve seconds.
The selected display will now be the default.
rCAT[:Press either arrow to change directories.
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CD Messages
If any error message appears on the display and the
CD comes out, it could be for one of the following
reasons:
It is very hot. When the temperature returns to
normal, the CD should play.
You are driving on a very rough road. When the
road becomes smooth, the CD should play.
The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down.
The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and
try again.
The format of the CD may not be compatible.
See “MP3 Format” earlier for more information.
There may have been a problem while burning
the CD.
The label may be caught in the CD player.
If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason,
try a known good CD.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be
corrected, contact your retailer. If your radio displays an
error message, write it down and provide it to your
retailer when reporting the problem.
Radio Personalization
This radio has a personalization feature. You can
change the following features:
Clock Function:You can change the time of the day
displayed on the radio between 12 hour and 24 hour.
Language:This radio supports three languages:
ENG (English), FRE (French), and SPA (Spanish).
The only terms translated are the terms which are xed
in the display. Terms that are not translated include:
MP3 ID3 tags, CD-TEXT information, RDS Text,
and Satellite PDT information.
Beep Level:You can change the volume level of the
radios beeps between Normal and Loud.
CD Text:You can change whether or not the radio
displays CD text by choosing Text On or Text Off.
To change these features, do the following:
1. Press and hold the information button for
ve seconds.
2. Press either SEEK arrow to scroll through the
features.
3. Once the feature is displayed, press either CAT or
PTY arrow to change the setting.
4. Press the information button again to exit the menu.
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Theft-Deterrent Feature
The Radio with Single CD (MP3) and the Radio with
Six-Disc CD (MP3) have a theft deterrent feature.
The theft deterrent feature is designed to discourage
theft of your vehicle’s radio. It works by using a secret
code to disable all radio functions whenever battery
power is interrupted.
The theft deterrent feature for the radio may be used or
ignored. If ignored, the radio plays normally and the
radio is not protected by the feature. If the theft deterrent
feature is activated, the radio will not operate if stolen.
When the theft deterrent feature is activated. LOCK
will appear on the radio display to indicate a locked
condition anytime battery power has been removed.
If the battery loses power for any reason, you must
unlock the radio with the secret code before it will
operate.
Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature
The instructions which follow explain how to enter
your secret code to activate the theft deterrent feature.
Read through all 10 steps before starting the
procedure.
If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between
any steps, the radio automatically reverts to time
and you must start the procedure over at Step 4.
1. Write down any four-digit number from 0000 to
9999 and keep it in a safe place separate from
the vehicle.
2. Turn the ignition to RUN.
3. Turn the radio off.
4. Press the 5 and 6 pushbuttons at the same time for
ve seconds. -- -- -- -- will appear on the display.
Next you will use the secret code number which you
have written down.
5. Press the SEEK/SCAN down or SEEK left arrow to
make the rst digit agree with your code.
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6. Press the SEEK/SCAN up or SEEK right arrow to
make the second digit agree with your code.
7. Press the TUNE down or AUTO EQ left arrow to
make the third digit agree with your code.
8. Press the TUNE up or AUTO EQ right arrow to
make the fourth digit agree with your code.
9. Press AM-FM after you have conrmed that the
code matches the secret code you have written
down. The display will prompt you to repeat Steps 5
through 8 to conrm your secret code.
10. Press AM-FM again. SEC or SECURITY ON will
appear on the display to indicate that the radio is
secure.
If SEC or SECURITY ON does not appear on the
display, but displays Err1, Err2, or LOCK, the
theft deterrent feature is already set to another
code. See “Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature”
later in this section.Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature
After a Power Loss
Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than
15 seconds between steps:
1. Turn the ignition on. -- -- -- -- will appear on the
display.
2. Preform Steps 5 through 8 from the “Activating the
Theft-Deterrent Feature” earlier to enter your
secret code.
3. Press AM-FM after you have conrmed that the code
matches the secret code you have written down.
SEC or SECURITY ON will appear on the display,
indicating the radio is now operable and secure.
If you enter the wrong code, the display will momentarily
show an error message and all radio functions will
continue to be disabled. If -- -- -- -- appears on
the display, you can try to enter your secret code again.
If you enter the wrong code three times, LOCK will
appear on the display. Contact your retailer. Your retailer
is authorized to obtain the factory programmed code
that is assigned to the radio to reset the system.
If you forget your code, if the theft deterrent feature is
accidentally activated with an unknown code, or if
the radio is in the locked mode, contact your retailer.
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Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature
Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than
15 seconds between steps:
Preform Steps 1 through 9 from the “Activating the
Theft-Deterrent Feature” earlier to enter your secret
code. OFF will appear on the display indicating the theft
deterrent feature is off.
If OFF or SECURITY OFF does not appear on the
display, the wrong code was entered. If you enter the
wrong code, the display will momentarily show an error
message and all radio functions will continue to be
disabled. If -- -- -- -- appears on the display, you can try
to enter your secret code again.
If you enter the wrong code three times, LOCK will
appear on the display. Contact your retailer. Your retailer
is authorized to obtain the factory programmed code
that is assigned to the radio to reset the system.
If you forget your code, if the theft deterrent feature is
accidentally activated with an unknown code, or if
the radio is in the locked mode, contact your retailer.
Radio Reception
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.
Static can occur on AM stations caused by things like
storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to
reduce this noise.
FM Stereo
FM stereo will give 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. Just as with FM, tall
buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals,
causing the sound to fade in and out. The radio may
display NO SIGNAL to indicate interference.
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Care of Your CDs
Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases
or other protective cases and away from direct
sunlight and dust. If the surface of a CD 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 CDs. Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges
or the edge of the hole and the outer edge.
Care of Your CD Player
The use of CD lens cleaners for CD players is not
advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the
CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.
Fixed Mast Antenna
The xed mast antenna can withstand most car washes
without being damaged. If the mast should ever
become slightly bent, straighten it out by hand. If the
mast is badly bent, replace it.
Check occasionally to make sure the mast is still
tightened to the antenna base located on the hood of
the vehicle. If tightening is required, tighten by hand.
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
The XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof
of your vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of snow and
ice build up for clear radio reception.
The performance of the XM™ system may be affected if
the sunroof is open.
Loading items onto the roof of your vehicle can interfere
with the performance of the XM™ system. Make sure
that the XM™ satellite antenna is not obstructed.
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✍NOTES
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