2005 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY radio controls

NOTE:The power window switches, radio, power
outlets, and removable console (if equipped), will remain
active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has
been turned off. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel
this feature.
WARNING!
Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is danger-
ous for a number of reasons. A child or others could
be injured. Children should be warned not to touch
the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector
lever. Don’t leave the keys in the ignition. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
If you open the driver’s door and the key is in the ignition
switch, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the
key.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho-
rized operation of the vehicle by disabling the engine.
The system will shut the engine off after 2 seconds of
running if an invalid key is used to start the vehicle. This
system utilizes ignition keys which have an electronic
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The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the
system and the control buttons that will enable you to
access the system. The diagram below shows the mirror
with the appropriate buttons. Individual button behavior
is discussed in the“Operation”Section.
The UConnect™system can be used with any Hands
Free Profile certified Bluetooth™cellular phone. If yourcellular phone has a different profile (i.e. headset profile),
you will not be able to use any UConnect™features.
The UConnect™system is fully integrated into your
vehicle, including your vehicle’s stereo system. All voice
prompts as well as the other party’s voice in a conversa-
tion will be played over your vehicle’s stereo system. The
volume of the UConnect™system can be controlled
through your normal stereo controls.
The radio display will be used for visual prompts from
the UConnect™system such as caller ID.
Operation
Voice commands can be used in the operation of the
UConnect™system and to navigate through the UCon-
nect™menu structure. Voice commands should be given
after each UConnect™system prompt. You will be
prompted for a specific command and then guided
through the available options. There are two ways to give
commands to the UConnect™system:
UConnect™Switches
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Heated Seats—If Equipped
This feature heats the front driver and passenger seats.
The controls for the heated seats are located on the
instrument panel above the radio. You may choose LOW,
HIGH or No Heat. The switch position as well as an
indicator light will show when the LOW or HIGH heat is
ON.
Heated Seat Switches
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30, 60, or 90 seconds, or not remain on. Pressing the
“STEP”button when in this display will select 30, 60, 90,
or“OFF.”
Headlamp On With Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When this feature is selected and the headlight switch
has been moved to the“AUTO”position, the engine is
running and, the front wipers are turned on for 10
seconds, the headlights will turn ON. The display will
remain on Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) for ease of
viewing. Pressing the“STEP”button when in this display
will select“Ye s”or“No.”
Power Accessory Delay
When this feature is selected, accessory power will be
supplied for up to 45 seconds for the power windows,radio, power vent windows, power outlets, and remov-
able center console, when the ignition switch is turned off
or until the key is removed and either front door is
opened.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER—IF EQUIPPED
The HomeLinkUniversal Transceiver replaces up to
three remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper-
ate devices such as garage door openers, motorized
gates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at the
push of a button. The Universal Transceiver operates off
your vehicle’s battery and charging system; no batteries
are needed.
For additional information on HomeLink, call 1–800–
355–3515, or on the internet at www.homelink.com.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS

Instruments And Controls.................195

Base Instrument Cluster..................196

Instrument Cluster With Tach..............197

Premium Instrument Cluster...............198

Instrument Cluster Descriptions............199

Electronic Digital Clock..................207
▫Clock Setting Procedure.................207

Radio General Information................208
▫Radio Broadcast Signals.................208▫Two Types Of Signals..................208
▫Electrical Disturbances..................208
▫AM Reception.......................208
▫FM Reception........................208

Sales Code RAZ—AM/ FM Stereo Radio With
Cassette Tape Player, CD Player And CD Changer
Controls.............................209
▫Operating Instructions—Radio...........209
▫Power Switch, Volume Control............209
▫Seek Button (Radio Mode)...............2094

▫Mode..............................217
▫Tape CD Button......................217
▫Time Button.........................218
▫Scan Button.........................218
▫CD Changer Control Capability—
If Equipped.........................218

Sales Code RBP—AM & FM Stereo Radio With
Cassette Tape Player, CD Player, And Optional
CD/DVD Changer Controls...............219
▫Radio Operation......................220
▫Tape Player Operation..................224
▫CD Player Operation...................226
▫CD/DVD Changer Operation—
If Equipped.........................227
Sales Code RBQ—AM/FM Stereo Radio With
6 - Disc CD Changer....................229
▫Radio Operation......................229
▫CD Player Operation...................232

Sales Code RBK—AM/ FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player And CD Changer Controls........236
▫Radio Operation......................237
▫CD Player Operation...................239
▫CD Changer Control Capability—
If Equipped.........................241

Sales Code RB1—AM/FM Stereo Radio With
DVD/GPS Navigation System..............243
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Satellite Radio—If Equipped..............258
▫System Activation.....................258
▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ENS/SID)....................259
▫Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB, RAH And
RBK Radios.........................259
▫Selecting Satellite Mode In RBP, RBU, RAZ,
RB1 And RBQ Radios..................260
▫Selecting a Channel....................260
▫Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels......261
▫Using The PTY (Program Type) Button
(If Equipped)........................261
▫PTY ButtonScan.....................261
▫PTY ButtonSeek.....................261▫Satellite Antenna......................261
▫Reception Quality.....................262

Remote Sound System Controls—If Equipped . . 262
▫Radio Operation......................263
▫Tape Player.........................263
▫CD Player..........................264

Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance.......264

CD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............265

Radio Operation And Cellular Phones........265

Climate Controls.......................266
▫Manual Air Conditioning And
Heating System......................266
▫Front Mode Control...................267
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RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION
Radio Broadcast Signals
Your new radio will provide excellent reception under
most operating conditions. Like any system, however, car
radios have performance limitations, due to mobile op-
eration and natural phenomena, which might lead you to
believe your sound system is malfunctioning. To help
you understand and save you concern about these“ap-
parent”malfunctions, you must understand a point or
two about the transmission and reception of radio sig-
nals.
Two Types of Signals
There are two basic types of radio signals... AM or
Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound
causes the amplitude, or height, of the radio waves to
vary... and FM or Frequency Modulation, in which the
frequency of the wave is varied to carry the sound.
Electrical Disturbances
Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during
transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude,
and thus remain a part of the AM reception. They
interfere very little with the frequency variations that
carry the FM signal.
AM Reception
AM sound is based on wave amplitude, so AM reception
can be disrupted by such things as lightning, power lines
and neon signs.
FM Reception
Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia-
tions, interference that consists of amplitude variations
can be filtered out, leaving the reception relatively clear,
which is the major feature of FM radio.
NOTE:On vehicles so equipped the radio, steering
wheel radio controls and 6 disc CD/DVD changer will
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