2008 SAAB 9-7X radio

If the ignition or radio is turned off while a CD is 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
displays.
1
r(Reverse):Press this pushbutton to reverse
within the same track. If this pushbutton is held
or pressed more than once, the player continues
moving backward through the CD.
2
[(Fast Forward):Press this pushbutton to fast
forward within the track. If this pushbutton is held
or pressed more than once, the player continues
moving forward through the CD.
3
N(Repeat):Press this pushbutton to hear a
track over again. RPT On displays. The current track
continues to repeat. Press this pushbutton again to
turn off repeat play. RPT OFF displays.
4
y(Random):To random the tracks in the current
folder or playlist, press and release this pushbutton.
FLDR RDM displays. Once all of the tracks in the current
folder or playlist have played, the system moves on to
the next folder or playlist and plays all of the tracks
in random order.To play all the tracks on the CD in random order, press
and hold this pushbutton for two seconds. A beep
sounds and CD RDM displays. This feature does not
work with playlists.
When in random, pressing and releasing either
SEEK arrow takes the CD to the next or previous
randomized track.
Press and release this pushbutton again to turn off
random play. NO RDM displays.
5
!(Previous Folder):Press this pushbutton to go
to the rst track in the previous folder. Pressing this
button while in folder random mode takes the CD to
the previous folder and randomizes the tracks in
that folder.
6
#(Next Folder):Press this pushbutton to go to
the rst track in the next folder. Pressing this button
while in folder random mode takes the CD to the next
folder and randomizes the tracks in that folder.
tSEEKu:Press the left arrow to go to the start of
the previous track. Press the right arrow to go to the
start of the next track. Press either arrow for more than
two seconds and SCAN displays. The radio scans
the previous or next tracks at two tracks per second.
Release the arrow to stop scanning and to play the track.
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DISP (Display):Press this knob to switch between
track mode, folder/playlist mode, and time of day mode.
The display shows only eight characters, but there
can be up to four pages of text. If there are more than
eight characters in the song, folder, or playlist name,
pressing this knob within two seconds takes the CD to
the next page of text. If there are no other pages to
be shown, pressing this knob within two seconds takes
the CD to the next display mode.
Track mode displays the current track number
and the ID3 tag song name.
Folder/playlist mode displays the current folder
or playlist number and the folder/playlist name.
Time of day mode displays the time of day and
the ID3 tag song name.
To change the default on the display, press the
DISP knob until the desired option displays, then
hold this knob for two seconds. One beep sounds
and the selected display becomes the default.
4(Information):INFO displays whenever a current
track has ID3 tag information. Press this button to
display the artist name and album contained in the tag.
INFO disappears from the display when the information
in the ID3 tag has nished.
BAND:Press this button to listen to the radio when
a CD is playing. The inactive CD remains inside
the radio for future listening.
B(CD):Press this button to play a CD when listening
to the radio. The CD symbol displays when a CD is
loaded.
AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization):Press AUTO EQ
to select an equalization setting while playing a CD.
The equalization is set whenever a CD is played. See
“AUTO EQ” listed previously for more information. If you
select an EQ setting for your CD, it is activated each
time a CD plays.
Z(Eject):Press this button to eject a CD. Eject may
be activated with either the ignition or radio off. CDs
may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this
button is pressed rst.
XM Radio Messages
If you have a Radio with CD, you will receive these
radio display messages.
XL (Explicit Language Channels):These channels,
or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request,
by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696).
Updating:The encryption code in the receiver is
being updated, and no action is required. This process
should take no longer than 30 seconds.
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No Signl:The system is functioning correctly, but
the vehicle is in a location that is blocking the XM™
signal. When the vehicle is moved into an open area,
the signal should return.
Loading:The radio system is acquiring and processing
audio and text data. No action is needed. This message
should disappear shortly.
Off Air:This channel is not currently in service.
Tune to another channel.
CH Unavl:This previously assigned channel is no
longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this station
was one of the presets, choose another station for
that preset button.
No Info:No artist, song title, category, or text
information is available at this time on this channel.
The system is working properly.
No Info:No text or informational messages are
available at this time on this channel. The system is
working properly.
NotFound:There are no channels available for the
selected category. The system is working properly.XM Lock:The XM™ receiver in your vehicle could
have previously been in another vehicle. For security
purposes, XM™ receivers cannot be swapped between
vehicles. If this message is received after having
your vehicle serviced, check with your dealer/retailer.
Radio ID:If tuned to channel 0, this message alternates
with the XM™ Radio eight digit radio ID label. This
label is needed to activate the service.
Unknown:If this message is received when tuned to
channel 0, there could be a receiver fault. Consult
with your dealer/retailer.
Check XM:If this message does not clear within
a short period of time, the receiver could have a fault.
Consult with your dealer/retailer.
If you have a Radio with Six-Disc CD, you will receive
these radio display messages.
XL (Explicit Language Channels):These channels,
or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request,
by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696).
Updating:The encryption code in the receiver is
being updated, and no action is required. This process
should take no longer than 30 seconds.
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No Signal:The system is functioning correctly, but
the vehicle is in a location that is blocking the XM™
signal. When you move into an open area, the signal
should return.
Loading XM:The audio system is acquiring and
processing audio and text data. No action is needed.
This message should disappear shortly.
CH Off Air:This channel is not currently in service.
Tune to another channel.
CH Unavail:This previously assigned channel is
no longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this
station was one of the presets, choose another
station for that preset button.
No Info:No artist, song title, category, or text
information is available at this time on this channel.
The system is working properly.
No Info:No text or informational messages are
available at this time on this channel. The system is
working properly.
Not Found:There are no channels available for the
selected category. The system is working properly.XM Locked:The XM™ receiver in the vehicle could
have previously been in another vehicle. For security
purposes, XM™ receivers cannot be swapped between
vehicles. If this message is received after having
your vehicle serviced, check with your dealer/retailer.
Radio ID:If tuned to channel 0, this message alternates
with the XM™ Radio eight digit radio ID label. This
label is needed to activate the service.
Unknown:If this message is received when tuned to
channel 0, there could be a receiver fault. Consult
with your dealer/retailer.
Chk XMRcvr:If this message does not clear within a
short period of time, the receiver could have a fault.
Consult with your dealer/retailer.
Navigation/Radio System
Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system.
The navigation system has built-in features intended
to minimize driver distraction. Technology alone,
no matter how advanced, can never replace your
own judgment. See the Navigation System manual for
some tips to help you reduce distractions while driving.
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Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE)
System
Your vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat
Entertainment (RSE) system. The RSE system
includes a DVD player, a video display screen,
two sets of wireless headphones, and a remote
control.
Before You Drive
The RSE system is for rear seat passengers only,
not intended for the driver while driving.
Parental Control
This button is located behind the video screen. Press
this button while a DVD or CD is playing to freeze
the video and mute the audio. The video screen will
display Parental Control ON and the power indicator
light on the DVD player will ash. It will also disable all
other button operations from the remote control and
the DVD player, with the exception of the eject button.
Press this button again to restore operation of the
DVD player.
This button can also be used to turn the DVD player
power on and automatically resume play if the ignition
is in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or if Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
Headphones
The RSE system includes two sets of wireless
headphones.
Each set of headphones has an ON/OFF control.
An indicator light will illuminate on the headphones
when they are on. If the light does not illuminate,
the batteries may need to be replaced. See “Battery
Replacement” following for more information.
Each set of headphones has a volume knob.
To adjust the volume, adjust this knob.
The transmitters are located below the video display
screen. The headphones will shut off automatically
if they lose the signal from the system after about
four minutes to save battery power. The signal may
be lost if the system is turned off or if the headphones
are out of range of the transmitters.
When using the wired headphones, if the front seat
passengers play a CD in the Radio with Six-Disc CD
(if equipped) or use XM™ Satellite Radio Service
(if equipped), you will hear the audio for these sources,
instead of the DVD or CD that is currently playing
through the RSE.
Notice:Do not store the headphones in heat or
direct sunlight. This could damage the headphones
and repairs will not be covered by your warranty.
Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries.
Keep the headphones stored in a cool, dry place.
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Audio Output
Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs can
be heard through the following possible sources:
Wireless Headphones
Vehicle Speakers
Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the Rear Seat
Audio system (if equipped)
The RSE system always transmits the audio signal to
the wireless headphones, if there is audio available.
See “Headphones” earlier in this section for more
information.
The RSE system is capable of outputting audio to
the vehicle speakers by using the radio. The RSE
system may be selected as an audio source on the radio
if the RSE system power is on. Once the RSE system
is selected as an audio source on the radio, adjust
the speaker volume on the radio, if necessary. If the
RSE system power is not on, the RSE system will
not be an available source on the radio. Refer to the
radio information for the radio that your vehicle has
for more information.The RSE system is capable of outputting audio to the
wired headphone jacks on the rear seat audio system
(if equipped). The RSE system can be selected as
an audio source on the rear seat audio system if the
RSE system power is on. SeeRear Seat Audio (RSA)
on page 3-89for more information.Video Screen
The video screen is located in the overhead console.
To use the video screen, push forward on the release
latch and the screen will fold down. Adjust the screen’s
position as desired. When the video screen is not in
use, push it up into its latched position.
The DVD player and display will continue to operate
when the screen is in the up or the down position.
The video screen contains the transmitters for the
wireless headphones and the remote control. If the
screen is in the closed position, the signals will not be
available for the operation of the headphones or
the remote control.
Notice:Avoid directly touching the video screen,
as damage may occur. See “Cleaning the Video
Screen” later in this section for more information.
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DVD Player
The DVD player is located in the overhead console.
The DVD player can be controlled by the buttons on
the DVD player and/or by the buttons on the remote
control. See “Remote Control” later in this section
for more information.
The DVD player power may be turned on when the
ignition is in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or when
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
The RSE system DVD player is only compatible with
DVDs of the appropriate region code for the country
that the vehicle was sold in. The DVD region code
is printed on the jacket of most DVDs.
Standard audio CDs, CD-R, CD-RW, Video CD and
Photo CD/CD-R media are fully supported by this
DVD player. DVD-R and DVD-RW media is supported
if formatted as DVD-Video. DVD+R and DVD+RW
media may or may not be supported by the DVD player.The DVD player does not support DVD-RAM,
DVD-ROM, and DVD Audio media. An error message
will appear on the display if this type of media is
inserted into the DVD player.
When using the wired headphones, not included,
if the front seat passengers play a CD in the Radio
with Six-Disc CD (if equipped) or use XM™ Satellite
Radio Service (if equipped), you will hear the audio
for these sources, instead of the DVD or CD that
is currently playing through the RSE.
If an error message appears on the video screen,
see “DVD Messages” later in this section.
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Problem Recommended Action
After stopping the
player,
I push Play but
sometimes the DVD
starts where I left off
and sometimes at the
beginning.If the stop button was
pressed one time, the
DVD player will resume
playing where the DVD
was stopped. If the stop
button was pressed
two times the DVD player
will begin to play from the
beginning of the DVD.
The auxiliary source is
running but there is no
picture or sound.Check that the DVD
player is in the auxiliary
source mode.
Check the auxiliary input
connections at both devices.
My disc is stuck in the
player. The Load/Eject
button does not work.Turn the DVD power off,
then on, then press
the load/eject button
on the DVD player.
Do not attempt to forcibly
remove the disc from the
DVD player. This could
permanently damage the
disc and DVD player.Problem Recommended Action
Sometimes the
wireless headphone
audio cuts out or
buzzes.Check for obstructions, low
batteries, reception range,
and interference from
cellular telephone towers
or by using your cellular
telephone in the vehicle.
Check that the headphones
are facing the front of
the vehicle.
I lost the remote and/or
the headphones.See your dealer/retailer
for assistance.
The DVD is playing,
but there is no picture
or sound.Check that the DVD player
is in DVD mode.
The audio/video skips
or jumps.The DVD or CD could
be dirty, scratched,
or damaged.
The audio from the
radio for the Radio with
Six-Disc CD and XM™
has taken over the
audio from the DVD
or CD when using the
wired headphones.The RSE is working
correctly. Use the wireless
headphones or have
the front seat passengers
listen to another audio
source.
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