2007 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX CD player

Order of Play
Tracks are played in the following order:
Play begins from the rst track in the rst
playlist and continues sequentially through
all tracks in each playlist. When the last track
of the last playlist has played, play continues
from the rst track of the rst playlist.
If the CD does not contain any playlists, then
play begins from the rst track under the root
directory. When all tracks from the root
directory have played, play continues from
les according to their numerical listing. After
playing the last track from the last folder,
play begins again at the rst track of the rst
folder or root directory.
When play enters a new folder, the display does
not automatically show the new folder name unless
you have chosen the folder mode as the default
display. See RCL later in this section for more
information. The new track name appears on the
display.
File System and Naming
The song name that is displayed is the song name
that is contained in the ID3 tag. If the song
name is not present in the ID3 tag, then the radio
displays the le name without the extension
(such as .mp3) as the track name.
Track names longer than 32 characters or 4 pages
are shortened. The display does not show parts
of words on the last page of text and the extension
of the lename is not displayed.
Preprogrammed Playlists
You can access preprogrammed playlists which
were created by WinAmp™, MusicMatch™,
or Real Jukebox™ software, however, you do not
have editing capability. These playlists are
treated as special folders containing compressed
audio song les.
Playing an MP3
Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up.
The player pulls it in, and READING displays. The
CD should begin playing and the CD symbol
appears on the display. If you want to insert a CD
with the ignition off, rst press the EJECT
button or the RCL knob.
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If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in
the player it stays in the player. When the ignition
or radio is turned on, the CD starts to play
where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio
source.
As each new track starts to play, the track number
appears on the display.
The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm)
single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs
and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same
manner.
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. There may be an increase in skipping,
difficulty in nding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading
and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the
bottom surface of the CD. If the surface of the CD
is damaged, such as cracked, broken, or
scratched, the CD will not play properly. If the
surface of the CD is soiled, seeCare of Your CDs
on page 279for more information.
If there is no apparent damage, try a known
good CD.Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught
in the CD player. If a CD is recorded on a
personal computer and a description label is
needed, try labeling the top of the recorded CD
with a marking pen.
Notice:If you add any label to a CD, insert
more than one CD into the slot at a time, or
attempt to play scratched or damaged CDs, you
could damage the CD player. When using the
CD player, use only CDs in good condition
without any label, load one CD at a time, and
keep the CD player and the loading slot free of
foreign materials, liquids, and debris.
If an error appears on the display, see “CD
Messages” later in this section.
\1 (Forward):Press and hold this pushbutton
to advance quickly within a track. Press and
hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to
advance at 10 times the normal playing speed.
Press and hold it for more than two seconds
to advance at 20 times the normal playing speed.
Release this pushbutton to play the track. FWD
and the elapsed time of the track appears on the
display.
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The radio will only seek or scan stations with a
strong signal that are in the selected band.
When a CD is playing, press either arrow to
go to the previous or next track, if more than
eight seconds have played. If either arrow is held or
pressed more than once, the player will continue
moving backward or forward through the CD.
BAND:Press this button to switch between FM1,
FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped).
1-6:Press this button to scan the stations that
are programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons.
The radio will go to the next preset station
stored on the pushbuttons, play for a few seconds,
then go on to the next preset station. Press this
button again to stop scanning. The radio will
only scan preset stations with a strong signal that
are in the selected band.
$(Mute/OnStar®):Press and release this button
to silence the audio system. Press it again, or
any other radio button to turn the sound on.
If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar, press and
hold this button to interact with the OnStar
system. See theOnStar
®System on page 122in
this manual for more information.
r(Play):When listening to the radio, press this
button to play a cassette tape or CD.
wux(Volume):Press the up or down arrow
to increase or decrease the volume.
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.
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
boosts 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.
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FM Stereo
FM stereo gives the best sound, but FM signals
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. 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 can cause
loss of the XM™ signal for a period of time.
The radio could display NO XM SIGNAL to indicate
interference.
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
Do not use CD lens cleaners for CD players
because the lens of the CD optics can become
contaminated by lubricants.
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Audio System(s).......................................... 233
Audio Steering Wheel Controls................. 277
Backglass Antenna................................... 280
Care of Your CD Player........................... 279
Care of Your CDs.................................... 279
Chime Level Adjustment........................... 281
Radio with CD................................235, 245
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................ 255
Setting the Time...................................... 234
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................ 277
Understanding Radio Reception............... 278
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...... 281
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid........................................................ 357
Operation................................................. 110
B
Backglass Antenna...................................... 280
Battery........................................................ 381
Electric Power Management..................... 150
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver................. 146
Run-Down Protection............................... 151
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.................... 308Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................. 289
Emergencies............................................ 291
Parking.................................................... 115
System Warning Light.............................. 176
Brakes........................................................ 378
Braking....................................................... 288
Braking in Emergencies............................... 291
Break-In, New Vehicle................................. 105
Bulb Replacement....................................... 391
Back-Up Lamps....................................... 397
Front Turn Signal, Parking and
Fog Lamps........................................... 394
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 391
Headlamp Aiming..................................... 388
License Plate Lamps................................ 398
Replacement Bulbs.................................. 398
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps..... 395
Buying New Tires........................................ 416
C
Calibration................................................... 198
California Fuel............................................. 340
California Proposition 65 Warning................ 337
Canadian Owners........................................... 3
Capacities and Specications...................... 466
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Carbon Monoxide............... 96,119, 311, 324
Care of
Safety Belts............................................. 452
Your CD Player........................................ 279
Your CDs ................................................. 279
CD, MP3 ..................................................... 269
Center Console Storage Area...................... 127
Chains, Tire................................................. 421
Check
Engine Light............................................ 180
Checking Things Under the Hood................ 344
Chemical Paint Spotting.............................. 456
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems............................. 45
Infants and Young Children........................ 42
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children..... 51
Older Children........................................... 39
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat
Position.................................................. 58
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position................................. 60
Where to Put the Restraint........................ 49
Chime Level Adjustment.............................. 281
Cigarette Lighter.......................................... 157Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels.................................... 454
Exterior Lamps/Lenses............................. 453
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 449
Finish Care.............................................. 453
Inside of Your Vehicle .............................. 448
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.................................... 452
Leather.................................................... 451
Tires........................................................ 455
Ultra Lux Suede....................................... 451
Underbody Maintenance........................... 456
Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 453
Weatherstrips........................................... 452
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 454
Climate Control System............................... 157
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment........... 166
Dual Automatic......................................... 162
Outlet Adjustment..................................... 166
Collision Damage Repair............................. 505
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt................. 35
Compact Spare Tire.................................... 447
Compass..................................................... 198
Content Theft-Deterrent............................... 100
Control of a Vehicle..................................... 288
Convenience Net......................................... 127
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P
Paint, Damage............................................ 456
Park (P)
Shifting Into............................................. 116
Shifting Out of......................................... 117
Parking
Brake....................................................... 115
Over Things That Burn............................ 118
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............... 173
Passenger Compartment Air Filter............... 166
Passenger Sensing System........................... 74
Passing....................................................... 299
PASS-Key
®III ............................................. 102
PASS-Key®III Operation............................. 103
Power
Accessory Outlet(s).................................. 156
Door Locks................................................ 94
Electrical System..................................... 459
Lumbar Controls.......................................... 9
Retained Accessory (RAP)....................... 106
Seat............................................................ 8
Steering Fluid.......................................... 376
Windows.................................................... 99
Pressure Cap.............................................. 364
Pretensioners, Safety Belt............................. 38
Programmable Automatic Door Locks............ 95
Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 21
R
Radios........................................................ 233
Care of Your CD Player........................... 279
Care of Your CDs.................................... 279
Radio with CD................................235, 245
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................ 255
Setting the Time...................................... 234
Theft-Deterrent......................................... 277
Understanding Reception ......................... 278
Rear Assist Handle Reading Lamps............ 149
Rear Door Security Locks............................. 95
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides.................. 35
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts.............. 32
Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®...................... 121
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 10
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.......... 483
Recreational Vehicle Towing........................ 322
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System............ 86
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System,
Operation................................................... 87
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire................................................ 438
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