2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT Owners Manual

Radio Reception
Frequency interference and static can occur during
normal radio reception if items such as cell phone
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 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
the radio.
FM Stereo
FM signals only reach about 10 to 40 miles
(16 to 65 km). Although the radio has a built-in electronic
circuit that automatically works to reduce interference,
some static can occur, especially around tall buildings or
hills, 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 may cause loss of the XM signal for a period
of time.
Cellular Phone Usage
Cellular phone usage may cause interference with the
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
causes 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.
3-89

Fixed Mast Antenna
The xed mast antenna can withstand most car washes
without being damaged as long as it is securely
attached to the base. If the mast becomes slightly bent,
straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent,
replace it.
Occasionally check to make sure the antenna is
tightened to its base. If tightening is required, tighten by
hand until fully seated plus one quarter turn.
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System
The XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of
the vehicle. Keep the antenna clear of obstructions for
clear radio reception.
If the vehicle has a sunroof, the performance of the XM
system may be affected if the sunroof is open.
3-90

Overview.........................................................4-2
Navigation System Overview............................4-2
Getting Started...............................................4-4
Cleaning the Display.....................................4-11
Features and Controls....................................4-11
Using the Navigation System..........................4-11
Maps ..........................................................4-14
Symbols......................................................4-16
Destination..................................................4-23
Congure Menu............................................4-40
Global Positioning System (GPS)....................4-54Vehicle Positioning........................................4-54
Problems with Route Guidance.......................4-55
If the System Needs Service..........................4-56
Ordering Map DVDs......................................4-56
Database Coverage Explanations....................4-56
Navigation Audio System................................4-57
CD Player...................................................4-64
DVD Player.................................................4-71
Care of Your CDs and DVDs.........................4-77
Auxiliary Devices..........................................4-78
Voice Recognition..........................................4-78
Section 4 Navigation System
4-1

Overview
Navigation System Overview
Screen shown with Map Disc Inserted
4-2

A. Source (AM, FM, XM, CD, etc.) Touch Screen
Button. SeeNavigation Audio System on page 4-57
for more information.
B. Clock Touch Screen Button. See “Setting the Clock”
underCongure Menu on page 4-40for more
information.
C. POI (Point of Interest) Touch Screen Button. See
“Displaying Points of Interest (POI) on the Map
Screen” underSymbols on page 4-16for more
information.
D.
1(Zoom Out) Touch Screen Button. See “Map
Scales” underMaps on page 4-14for more
information.
E.
y©¨z(Seek) Key (Previous/Next). See
Navigation Audio System on page 4-57for more
information.
F.
w(Tune) Knob. SeeNavigation Audio System
on page 4-57for more information.
G. NAV (Navigation) Key. See “Hard Keys” underUsing
the Navigation System on page 4-11for more
information.
H. RPT (Repeat) Key. See “Hard Keys” underUsing
the Navigation System on page 4-11for more
information.
I. DEST (Destination) Key. SeeDestination on
page 4-23for more information.J. CONFIG (Congure) Key. SeeCongure Menu on
page 4-40for more information.
K.
e(Sound) Key. See “Sound Menu” under
Navigation Audio System on page 4-57for more
information.
L.
5(Phone) Key. SeeOnStar®System on page 2-56
andBluetooth®on page 3-66for more information.
M. FAV (Favorite) Key. See “Storing Radio Station
Presets” underNavigation Audio System on
page 4-57for more information.
N. AUDIO Key. SeeNavigation Audio System on
page 4-57for more information.
O.
m(Tilt) Key. See “Hard Keys” underUsing the
Navigation System on page 4-11for more
information.
P.
O/n(Power/Volume) Knob. SeeNavigation
Audio System on page 4-57for more information.
Q. CD/DVD Video/Audio Slot. SeeCD Player on
page 4-64orDVD Player on page 4-71for more
information.
R.
Z(CD/DVD Video/Audio Eject) Key. SeeCD
Player on page 4-64orDVD Player on page 4-71for
more information.
S.
M(Load) Key. SeeCD Player on page 4-64or
DVD Player on page 4-71for more information.
4-3

T. Map DVD Slot. See “Installing the Map DVD” under
Maps on page 4-14for information on how to
install and eject a map DVD.
U.
Z(DVD Map Disc Eject) Key. SeeMaps on
page 4-14for more information.
V. Mark Touch Screen Button. See “Adding
Destinations to the Address Book” underDestination
on page 4-23for more information.
W.
0(Zoom In) Touch Screen Button. See “Map
Scales” underMaps on page 4-14for more
information.
X. Map Scale. See “Map Scales” underMaps on
page 4-14for more information.
Y. North Up/Heading Up Symbol. SeeSymbols on
page 4-16for more information.
Z. No GPS Symbol. SeeSymbols on page 4-16for
more information.
AA. FULL MAP Touch Screen Button. See “NAV” under
“Hard Keys” underUsing the Navigation System
on page 4-11for more information.
Getting Started
Read this manual thoroughly to become familiar with
how the navigation system operates.
The navigation system includes navigation and audio
functions.
While entering the vehicle or when turning the vehicle
off, some DVD Map Disc noise is normal.
Keeping your eyes on the road and your mind on the
drive is important for safe driving. The navigation system
has built-in features intended to help keep your eyes
on the road and mind on the drive. Some features may
be disabled while driving. Note that these functions
will be grayed-out. A grayed-out function indicates it is
not available when the vehicle is moving.
All functions are available when the vehicle is parked.
Do the following before driving:
Become familiar with the navigation system
operation, hard keys on the faceplate, and
touch-sensitive screen buttons of the navigation
system.
Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations,
setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers.
4-4

Set up the navigation features before beginning
driving, such as entering an address or a preset
destination.
Set up your phone numbers in advance so they can
be called easily with the press of a single button or
a single voice command (for navigation systems
equipped with phone capability).
{CAUTION:
Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often
while using the navigation system could cause a
crash resulting in injury or death to you or others.
Focus your attention on driving.
{CAUTION:
Avoid looking too long or too often at the moving
map on the navigation screen. This could cause a
crash and you or others can be injured or killed.
Use the turn-by-turn voice guidance directions
whenever possible.Use the navigation system to:
Plan a route.
Select a destination using various methods and
choices.
Follow turn-by-turn route and map guidance with
voice prompts, only if permitted by traffic laws,
controls, and conditions.
You should always be alert and obey traffic and roadway
laws and instructions, regardless of the guidance from
the navigation system. Because the navigation
system uses street map information that does not
include all traffic restrictions or the latest road changes,
it may suggest using a road that is now closed for
construction or a turn that is prohibited by signs at the
intersection. Because the system uses limited
information, you must always evaluate whether following
the system’s directions is safe and legal for the
current conditions.
4-5

When the navigation system is turned on, a screen may
appear with the information below, and you must
read and acknowledge the information it contains.
{CAUTION:
Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods
could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to
you or others.
To help avoid a crash in which you or others could
be killed:
Always concentrate on your driving rst by keeping
your eyes and mind on the road, and your hands
on the wheel.
Follow system directions only if permitted by traffic
laws, controls, and conditions.
Before using this system, read the owner manual
and learn how it operates.
Some system controls cannot be used the when
vehicle is moving.
After you acknowledge the start up information you will
be able to access the NAV (navigation) and DEST
(destination) functions. Once accessed, you can enter
or delete information in the navigation system or access
other functions. See instructions later in this section.Every fty times the vehicle is started and the navigation
system is turned on, the Caution screen appears.
After reading the caution, select OK to load the map
DVD information. If OK is not selected, all hard
keys except for NAV (Navigation) and DEST
(Destination) can be accessed. You can also press the
NAV hard key to have this Caution screen appear.
When getting started, set the navigation system to your
preference or delete information you may have
entered using various options.
4-6