Playing a Disc
To play a disc, gently insert the disc, with the label
side up, into the loading slot. The DVD player
will continue loading the disc and the player will
automatically start if the vehicle is in
ACCESSORY, RUN, or RAP.
If a disc is already in the player, make sure that
the DVD player is on, then press the play/pause
button on the player faceplate or on the remote
control. You can also, press the CD AUX button on
the radio faceplate, until RSE appears on the
display, to start playing a disc.
Some DVDs will not allow fast forwarding or
skipping of the copyright information or previews.
Some DVDs will begin playing after the previews
have nished. If the DVD does not begin playing at
the main title, refer to the on-screen instructions.
Stopping and Resuming Playback
To stop playing a disc, press and release the stop
button on the DVD player faceplate or the
remote control.
To resume playback, press the play/pause button
on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control.
The movie should resume play from where it was
last stopped if the disc has not been ejected.
If the disc has been ejected, the disc will resume
play at the beginning of the disc.
Ejecting a Disc
Press the eject button on the DVD player
faceplate, when the disc is stopped, to eject the
disc. There is not an eject button on the
remote control.
If a disc is ejected from the player, but not
removed, the DVD player will reload the disc after
a short period of time.
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Remote Control
The RSE system will include a remote control
(batteries are included). To use the remote control,
aim it at the transmitter window next to the RSE
faceplate and press the desired button. Direct
sunlight or very bright light may affect the ability of
the transmitter to receive signals from the
remote control. If the remote control does not
seem to be working, the batteries may need to be
replaced. See “Battery Replacement” later in
this section. Objects blocking the line of sight will
affect the function of the remote control.
Notice:Storing the remote control in a hot
area or in direct sunlight may damage it,
and the repairs will not be covered by your
warranty. Keep the remote control stored in a
cool, dry place.
Remote Control Buttons
O(Power):Press this button to turn the DVD
player on and off.
P(Backlight):Press this button to turn the
remote control backlighting on. The backlight will
automatically turn off after eight seconds.
v(Title):Press this button to display the current
title number. Each press of this button will
move the disc to the next available title.
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n,q,p,o(Directional Arrows):Press these
buttons to move through DVD menus.
The up and down arrows will move through MP3
folders.
r(Enter):Press this button to select the
choice that is highlighted in any menu.
z(Display Control Button):Press this button
to open the RSE On-Screen Display (OSD) menus
to adjust the color, tint, brightness, contrast, and
display modes.
y(Main Menu):Press this button to view the
main DVD menu. The menu is different on every
disc. Use the up, down, right, and left arrow
buttons to move the cursor around the menu. After
making a selection, press the enter button.
q(Return):Press this button to go back one
step in the RSE OSD menu and some DVD
menus. Press this button to exit the current menu
and to move to the previous menu.
c(Stop):Press this button to stop playing,
rewinding, or fast forwarding a disc.
s(Play/Pause):Press this button to start play
of a disc. Press this button while a disc is
playing to pause it. Press it again to continue
playing the disc.
t(Prior Chapter/Track):Press this button to go
to the beginning of the current chapter or track.
Press this button again to return to the previous
chapter or track. This button may not work
when the DVD is playing the copyright information
or previews.
u(Next Chapter/Track):Press this button to go
to the beginning of the next chapter or track.
This button may not work when the DVD is playing
the copyright information or the previews.
r(Fast Reverse):Press this button to fast
reverse the DVD and CD. To stop reversing, press
the play or stop button. This button may not
work when the DVD is playing the copyright
information or the previews.
[(Fast Forward):Press this button to fast
forward the DVD and CD. To stop fast forwarding,
press the play or stop button. This button may
not work when the DVD is playing the copyright
information or the previews.
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e(Sound):Press this button to display the
current audio track. Each press will move the DVD
to the next language or commentary. The format
and content of this function will vary for each disc.
{(Subtitles):Press this button to display the
current subtitles. Each press of this button
will move the DVD to the next available subtitle
option (English, Spanish, French, etc., if available).
The format and content of this function will vary
for each disc.
AUX (Auxiliary):Press this button to switch the
system between the DVD player and an auxiliary
source.
d(Camera):Press this button to display the
current camera angle on DVDs that have
this feature. Each press will move the DVD to the
next available camera angle. The format and
content of this function will vary for each disc.
0 through 9 (Numeric Keypad):The numeric
keypad provides the capability of direct chapter or
track number selection.
\(Clear):Press this button within two seconds
after inputting a numeric selection, to clear all
numeric inputs.
}10 (Multiple Digit Entries):Press this button
to select chapter or track numbers greater
than 9. Press this button before inputting the
number.
RSE On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
To use the RSE OSD menu when using a DVD or
an auxiliary device, do the following:
To access this menu, press the display button on
the remote control. Once the menu is on the
screen, use the directional arrows and the enter
button to navigate the screen. This menu will
let you select default preferences for video format,
language preference, brightness, color, contrast,
and tint. Not all DVDs support all the feature
defaults in the setup menus. If a feature is not
supported, the defaults will be provided by
the DVD media. To exit this menu, press the
display or the return button on the remote control
or wait for the menu to time out.
The default language selection will apply to all
future DVDs.
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To use the RSE OSD menu when using a CD or
an MP3, do the following:
Make sure that a CD or an MP3 is loaded in the
RSE system and that the system is not in auxiliary,
then press the display button on the remote control.
Once the menu is on the screen, use the directional
arrows and the enter button to navigate the screen.
This menu will let you select default preferences for
language and playback settings. To exit this menu,
press the display or the return button on the remote
control or wait for the menu to time out.
Battery Replacement
To change the remote control batteries, do the
following:
1. Slide the battery door, located on the back of
the remote control, down.
2. Replace the two AA batteries in the
compartment. Make sure that they are
installed correctly, using the diagram on the
inside of the battery compartment.
3. Close the battery door.
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.
Tips and Troubleshooting Chart
Problem Recommended Action
No power. The ignition may not be
in ACCESSORY, RUN,
or RAP.
Disc will not play. The system might be off.
The parental control
button might have been
pressed. The power
indicator lights will ash.
The system might be in
auxiliary source mode.
Press the AUX button to
switch between the DVD
player and the auxiliary
source. The disc is upside
down or is not compatible.
No sound — Wireless
HeadphonesTurn the headphones on.
Make sure the correct
channel is selected on the
wireless headphones.
Check the batteries. The
volume on the
headphones could be too
low, adjust the volume.
No sound — Wired
HeadphonesMake sure the wired
headphones are plugged
in. Adjust the volume. If
RSA is on, DVD audio will
not be heard.
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Problem Recommended Action
No sound — Vehicle
SpeakersIf the DVD system is
being heard through the
vehicle speakers, adjust
the volume on the radio.
Press the CD AUX button
on the radio to make sure
that RSE is enabled. The
rear speakers will mute
when RSA is on.
The picture is distorted
during fast forward or
reverse.This is normal for this
operation.
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.Video mode may not be
correctly set. See “RSE
OSD” earlier in this
section.
I ejected the disc and
tried to take it out, but it
was pulled back into
the slot.Press the eject
button once.Problem Recommended Action
The language in the audio
or on the screen is wrong.Press the main menu
button on the remote
control and change the
audio or language
selection on the DVD
menu. To change the
language preference,
press the display button to
access the RSE OSD
menu. See “RSE OSD”
earlier in this section.
The remote control does
not work.Point the remote control
directly at the face of the
DVD unit. The batteries
could be weak or put in
wrong. The parental
control button might have
been pressed, the power
indicator lights will ash.
How do I get subtitles on
or off?Press the subtitle button
on the remote control to
select subtitle option or go
to the DVDs main menu
and follow the screen
prompts.
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Problem Recommended Action
DVD System inoperable. In severe or extreme
temperatures the DVD
system might not be
operable. Temperatures
below−4°F (−20°C) or
above 140°F (60°C) could
damage the DVD system.
Operate the DVD system
under normal or
comfortable cabin
temperature ranges. See
your GM dealer if the
problem persists.
The wireless headphones
have audio distortion.Verify that the
headphones are facing to
the front of the vehicle,
left and right sides are
indicated on the
headphones to ensure
that the signal is received
properly.
Verify that there is no
obstruction between the
headphone(s) and the
transmitter.
Verify that the batteries
have a full charge.
In auxiliary mode, the
picture moves or scrolls.Check the signal coming
from the auxiliary device
and make sure that the
connection and the signal
is good.DVD Messages
The following errors may be displayed on the
video screen.
Disc Format Error:This message will be
displayed if a disc is inserted upside down, if the
disc is not readable, or if the disc format is
not compatible.
Disc Play Error:This message will be displayed
if the mechanism cannot play the disc. Scratched
or damaged discs will cause this error.
Region Code Error:This message will be
displayed if the region code of the DVD is not
compatible with the region code of the DVD player.
Load/Eject Error:This message will be
displayed if the disc is not properly loaded or
ejected.
No Disc:This message will be displayed when
you try to play or eject a disc that is not in
the player.
X:A white X will be displayed, in the upper left
corner of the video screen, if the operation that has
been selected is not currently available.
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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.
Rear Seat Entertainment System
(Option B, Uplevel)
Your vehicle may have this type of DVD Rear
Seat Entertainment (RSE) system. If it has
this feature, it will include a DVD player, a video
display screen, auxiliary inputs, two sets of
wireless headphones, and a remote control.
Parental Control
rj
(Parental Control):This button is located
behind the video screen, next to the auxiliary jacks.
Press this button while using rear seat audio (RSA),
or when a DVD or CD is playing to make the video
screen go blank and to mute the audio. The power
indicator lights on the DVD player will ash. Turning
on the parental control will also disable all other
button operations from the remote control and the
DVD player, except for the eject button. Press this
button again to restore operation of the RSA, DVD
player, and remote control.
This button may also be used to turn the DVD
player power on and to automatically resume play
of a disc that is in the player while the vehicle is on.
If no disc is in the player, the system will power up
and display no display on the LCD screen.
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