2006 CADILLAC XLR radio

Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering
wheel. They include the following:
g(Voice Recognition):See “OnStar®Steering Wheel
Controls” underOnStar®System on page 2-38or
OnStar®System on page 4-47for more information.
SRCE (Source):Press this button to switch between
FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped), CD,
or DVD.+
u−(Volume):Press this button to increase or to
decrease the volume.
+ 1-6−(Preset Stations):Press this button to play
stations that are programmed on the radio preset
pushbuttons. The radio will only seek preset stations
with a strong signal that are in the selected band.
When a CD is playing, press this button to go to the
next track.
Radio Reception
You may experience frequency interference and static
during normal radio reception 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.
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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 will 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 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 in the 48 contiguous
United States, and in Canada (if available). 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 may cause loss of
XM signal for a period of time. The radio may display
NO XM SIGNAL to indicate interference.
Cellular Phone Usage
Cellular phone usage may cause interference with your
vehicle’s radio. This interference may occur when
making or receiving phone calls, charging the phone’s
battery, or simply having the phone on. This interference
is an increased level of static while listening to the
radio. If static is received while listening to the radio,
unplug the cellular phone and turn it off.
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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. The CD player scans the bottom
surface of the disc. If the surface of a CD is damaged,
such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the CD will
not play properly or not at all. If the surface of a CD is
soiled, take a soft, lint free cloth or dampen a clean,
soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution mixed
with water, and clean it. Make sure the wiping process
starts from the center to the edge.
Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling
it; this could damage the surface. Pick up CDs by
grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole
and the outer edge.
Care of the CD Player
The use of CD lens cleaners for CD players is not
advised, due to the risk of contaminating the internal
lens of the CD optics with lubricants.
Diversity Antenna System
The AM-FM antennas are located under the decklid
surface in the trunk compartment. the antennas
are hidden from view and are not accessible.
If adding an aftermarket cellular telephone to your
vehicle, do not attach the antenna to the rear glass.
This would interfere with the convertible top retraction
operation and could cause damage to the
nished/painted surfaces.
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System (Trunk Mounted)
Your vehicle may have the XM™ Satellite Radio
antenna that is located on the trunk of your vehicle.
Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up
for clear radio reception.
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System (Diversity System)
Your vehicle may have the XM™ Satellite Radio
antennas that are located in the outside rear view
mirrors. These antennas are hidden from view and
are not accessible.
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Overview.........................................................4-2
Navigation System Overview............................4-2
Getting Started...............................................4-4
Features and Controls....................................4-10
Using the Navigation System..........................4-10
Setup Menu.................................................4-13
Plan Route..................................................4-18
Edit Memory Point........................................4-19
Edit Waypoint...............................................4-23
Edit Avoid Point/Area....................................4-25
Enter Destination..........................................4-27
Route Preference..........................................4-36
Maps ..........................................................4-38
Symbols......................................................4-42
Keyless Access System.................................4-47OnStar®System...........................................4-47
Global Positioning System (GPS)....................4-48
Vehicle Positioning........................................4-49
Problems with Route Guidance.......................4-50
If the System Needs Service..........................4-50
Ordering Map DVDs......................................4-50
Database Coverage Explanations....................4-50
Navigation Audio System................................4-51
Six-Disc CD Changer....................................4-66
CD/DVD Player............................................4-69
Radio Personalization with Home and Away
Feature....................................................4-74
Voice Recognition..........................................4-75
Section 4 Navigation System
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A. BAND Key. See “Finding a Station” underNavigation
Audio System on page 4-51.
B. CD Key. SeeNavigation Audio System on page 4-51
orCD/DVD Player on page 4-69.
C. DVD Key. See “Playing a DVD” underCD/DVD
Player on page 4-69.
D. TUNE/SEEK Key. See “Playing the Radio” under
Navigation Audio System on page 4-51.
E. Audio/Adjust Key. See “Main Audio Menu” under
Navigation Audio System on page 4-51.
F. Power-Volume Knob. See “Hard Keys” underUsing
the Navigation System on page 4-10.G. Navigation System Screen
H. RPT (Repeat) Key. See “Hard Keys” underUsing
the Navigation System on page 4-10.
I. MAP Key. See “Hard Keys” underUsing the
Navigation System on page 4-10.
J. ROUTE Key. See “Hard Keys” underUsing the
Navigation System on page 4-10.
K. MENU Key. See “Hard Keys” underUsing the
Navigation System on page 4-10.
L. TILT Key. See “Hard Keys” underUsing the
Navigation System on page 4-10.
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Setting Radio Station Presets
To set preset radio stations, do the following:
1. Press the PWR/VOL knob to turn the system on.
2. Press the audio source screen button (AM, FM1,
FM2, etc.) and select the desired band (AM, FM1,
FM2, XM1, or XM2 (if equipped), or WX (weather)
(if equipped)).
3. Use the TUNE/SEEK arrows to tune to the desired
station.
4. Press and hold one of the six preset screen buttons,
at the bottom of the screen, until you hear a beep or
see the station displayed on the selected preset
button.
5. Repeat the steps for each preset.
See “Preset Station Menu” underNavigation Audio
System on page 4-51for more information.
Setting the Time
To set the time, do the following:
1. Press the PWR/VOL knob to turn the system on.
2. Press the
e/z(Audio/Adjust) hard key.
3. Press the
8clock symbol screen button.
4. Select the 12H or 24H screen button to display the
time in standard or military time.
5. Press and hold the HOUR and MIN. (minute) arrow
buttons to increase or to decrease the time.
6. Select the appropriate time zone screen button.
7. Select the Daylight Saving Time screen button, if
necessary.
The radio will use the GPS satellite to set the time.
The vehicle needs to be in an open area to receive the
signal. See “Clock Adjust Menu” underNavigation
Audio System on page 4-51for more information.
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Setting the Search Area, Entering an
Address and Point of Interest, Storing a
Home Destination, and Using Your
Home or Previous Destinations
Before entering an Address, Point of Interest, Home, or
Preset Destination, select the appropriate region that
contains the nal destination. Your vehicle must
be stopped to perform this operation.
Setting the Search Area
To set the search area, do the following:
1. Press the PWR/VOL knob to turn the system on.
2. Insert the DVD map disc. See “Regional Maps”
underMaps on page 4-38for more information.
3. A notice may appear. Touch the I AGREE screen
button to proceed.
If the radio is already on with a map disc inserted,
press the ROUTE hard key.
4. Press the Enter Destination screen button.5. Press the Change screen button.
6. Select the appropriate region numbered screen
button that contains your nal destination.
The system will return to the Destination menu.
SeeEnter Destination on page 4-27for more
information.
Entering an Address
To set a destination by entering a street address, do the
following:
1. Press the PWR/VOL knob to turn the system on.
2. Insert the DVD map disc. See “Regional Maps”
underMaps on page 4-38for more information.
3. A notice may appear. Touch the I AGREE screen
button to proceed.
If the radio is already on with a map disc inserted,
press the ROUTE hard key.
4. Press the Enter Destination screen button. Verify
that the selected Search Area is correct.
5. Press the Address screen button.
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6. Press the Street screen button, then enter the
street name using the alpha keypad on the
screen.
Do not enter directional information or street type,
and use the space screen button between street or
city names. For example, the street name N.
Royal Oak Rd. should be entered as royal oak.
Use the backspace (
V) screen button if
an incorrect character has been entered.
7. Select the desired street name with the correct
designation (Dr., Ln., St., etc.) from the list.
8. If there is more than one city, the system will
display the list of cities that have that street
name. Select a city from the list or select the
City screen button to input the city name.
9. Enter the house number using the numeric keypad
on the screen and touch the Enter screen button.
The system will list the house number range that is
available for the street.
10. Press the Enter screen button to plan your route.
See “Address” underEnter Destination on page 4-27for
more information.
Entering a Point of Interest (POI)
To set a destination by entering a Point of Interest (POI),
do the following:
1. Press the power/volume knob to turn the system on.
2. Insert the DVD map disc. See “Regional Maps”
underMaps on page 4-38for more information.
3. A notice may appear. Touch the I AGREE screen
button to proceed.
If the radio is already on with a map disc inserted,
press the ROUTE hard key.
4. Press the Enter Destination screen button. Verify
that the selected Search Area is correct.
5. Press the All Points of Interest screen button.
6. Enter the specic title of the POI in the Name space
(i.e. Washington Monument) using the alpha
keypad on the screen.
7. Select the POI from the list.
8. Press the Enter screen button to plan your route.
Using the Category or City selections will aid the
system in nding your POI by limiting the search
options.
See “All Points of Interest” underEnter Destination on
page 4-27for more information.
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