2005 SATURN L-SERIES radio

To load or eject one CD, do the following:
1. Turn the ignition on.
2. Press and release the LD/EJ button. NUM will
appear on the display. Flashing numbers at the
bottom of the display indicate empty CD slots.
3. Press the pushbutton (1-6) for the CD slot to load
or to eject. WAIT will appear on the display.
If a CD is already loaded the CD will eject.
If the CD slot is empty, LOAD will appear on the
display, and a CD can be loaded.
4. Load a CD. Insert the CD partway into the slot,
label side up. The player will pull the CD in.
If you select an equalization setting for your CD, it will
be activated each time you play a CD.
If the radio is on or off, the CD will begin to play
automatically.
To load or eject all CDs, do the following:
1. Turn the ignition on.
2. Press and hold the LD/EJ button.
If any CDs are loaded, EJT will appear on the
display and the CDs will begin to eject.
When all slots are empty, LOAD will appear on
the display.3. Load, up to six CDs, in order, starting with slot 1.
Loading will continue until all six CDs are loaded
or load is stopped by pressing any other radio
button.
You can cancel the loading or the ejecting of a CD by
pressing the LD/EJ button once, if in NUM selection, or
twice, if the CD is already loading or ejecting.
1 PREV (Previous):Press this pushbutton to go to the
start of the current track. If this pushbutton is held or
pressed more than once, the player will continue moving
backward through the CD.
2 NEXT:Press this pushbutton to go to the next track.
If this pushbutton is held or pressed more than once,
the player will continue moving forward through the CD.
5 RDM (Random):Press this pushbutton once to
hear the tracks on the current CD in random, rather than
sequential, order. RDM will appear on the display.
Press this pushbutton twice to hear the tracks on all of
the CDs loaded in random, rather than sequential,
order. ALL RDM will appear on the display.
Press this pushbutton to turn off random play.
6 RPT (Repeat):Press this pushbutton to hear a track
over again. RPT will appear on the display. The current
track will continue to repeat. Press RPT again to turn off
repeat play.
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RREW (Rewind):Press and hold the down arrow to
rewind quickly within a track. Release this button to
play the passage. The elapsed time of the track
will appear on the display.
QFF (Fast Forward):Press and hold the up arrow to
advance quickly within a track. Release this button to
play the passage. The elapsed time of the track
will appear on the display.
QCD SEEKR:Press the up arrow to go to the
previous CD. Press the down arrow to go to the
next CD.
RCL (Recall):Press this button to see the track
number, press this button again to see how long the
current track has been playing.
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 when
listening to the radio. Press this button to switch
between the tape, CD, and DVD (if equipped) if loaded.
The inactive tape, CD, or DVD will remain safely
inside the radio for future listening.
CD Messages
ERR (Error):If this message appears on the display
and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the
following reasons:
•You are driving on a very rough road. When the
road becomes smoother, 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.
•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 GM dealer. If the radio displays
an error message, write it down and provide it to
your GM dealer when reporting the problem.
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Rear Seat Entertainment System
Your vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment
(RSE) system. The RSE system works with the
vehicles audio system and includes a DVD radio, a
video display screen, two sets of wireless headphones,
and a remote control.
Before You Drive
The RSE system is designed for rear seat passengers
only. The driver cannot safely view the video screen
while driving and should not try to do so.
In severe or extreme weather conditions the RSE
system may or may not work until the temperature is
within the operating range. The operating range for the
RSE system is above−4°F (−20°C) or below
140°F (60°C). If the temperature of your vehicle is
outside of this range, heat or cool the vehicle until the
temperature is within the operating range of the
RSE system. To resume operation, shut off the RSE,
pull down the video screen and then heat or cool
the vehicle until the temperature is within the
operating range.
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, located on the
left side, 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.
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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 player. The system will automatically
switch to DVD and start to play. To switch between the
auxiliary device and the DVD, press the SOURCE button
on the DVD player or 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.
Audio from the radio, cassette, or CD player will be
heard through all speakers when the front audio system
is being used.
Sound from the DVD player or an auxiliary device can
be heard through all speakers when the front audio
system is off and a DVD auxiliary device is playing.
To hear the DVD or an auxiliary device when the front
audio system is on, use the headphones.
Video Screen
The video screen is located in the overhead console.
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QNext/RPrev (Next/Previous):Press the up or the
down arrow to select the next or the previous chapter.
These buttons may not work when the DVD is playing
the copyright information or the previews.
Menu:Press this button to view the media menu.
The media menu is different for every disc. Use the up,
down, right, and left arrow buttons to move the cursor
around the media menu. After making the selection,
press Enter. Some discs may contain a short skit leading
up to the media menu.
Source:Press this button to switch the source for the
RSE system between the auxiliary device (connected
to the RCA jacks) and the DVD player. Pressing
this button has no effect when there is no auxiliary
device connected.
Battery Replacement
To change the remote control batteries, do the following:
1. Remove the screw and open the battery
compartment door located on the back of the
remote control.
2. Replace the two AAA batteries in the compartment.
Make sure that they are installed correctly.
3. Replace the battery door and the screw.If the remote control is to be stored for a long period of
time, remove the batteries and keep them in a cool,
dry place.
DVD Distortion
There may be an experience with video distortion
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.
Theft-Deterrent Feature
The Radio with Cassette and CD and the Radio with
Cassette and Six-Disc CD have a theft deterrent feature.
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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 interrupted. 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
five seconds. -- -- -- -- will appear on the display.
Next you will use the secret code number which you
have written down.
5. Press the SEEK/SCAN up arrow to make the first
digit agree with your code.
6. Press the SEEK/SCAN down arrow to make the
second digit agree with your code.
7. Press the TUNE up arrow to make the third digit
agree with your code.
8. Press the TUNE down arrow to make the fourth
digit agree with your code.
9. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the
code matches the secret code you have written
down. REP will appear on the display to indicate
that Steps 5 through 8 need to be repeated to
confirm your secret code.
10. Press AM-FM again. SEC will appear on the display
to indicate that the radio is secure.
If SEC is not displayed, 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.
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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 confirmed that the
code matches the secret code you have written
down. SEC 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 Saturn retailer.
Your Saturn 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 Saturn
retailer.
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 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 Saturn retailer.
Your Saturn 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 Saturn
retailer.
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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
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.
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 are not, they may not operate
properly or they may cause failure of the tape player.The tape player should be cleaned regularly after every
30 hours of use. The radio may display CLEAN to
indicate that the tape player has been used for 30 hours
without resetting the tape clean timer. If this message
appears on the display, the cassette tape player
needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but it should
be cleaned as soon as possible to prevent damage
to the tapes and player. If there is 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.
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 retailer.
The cut tape detection feature of the cassette tape
player may identify the cleaning cassette as a damaged
tape, in error. If the cleaning cassette ejects, insert
the cassette at least three times to ensure thorough
cleaning.
A non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a
cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head
can be used. 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.
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