2009 CHEVROLET KODIAK CD player

To adjust balance or fade to the middle position, select
BAL or FAD. Then press and hold AUDIO for more than
two seconds until a beep sounds. B (balance) and a zero
or F (fade) and a zero displays.
To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls
to the middle position, first end out of audio mode by
pressing another button, causing the radio to perform that
function, or by waiting five seconds for the display to
return to the time of day. Then press and hold the AUDIO
button for more than two seconds until a beep sounds.
CEN displays.
Fade may not be available if the vehicle is a regular cab
model.
Radio Messages
CAL (Calibration):The audio system has been
calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CAL
displays it means that the radio has not been configured
properly for your vehicle and must be returned to your
dealer/retailer for service.
LOC (Locked):This message displays when the
THEFTLOCK
®system has locked up. Take the vehicle
to your dealer/retailer for service.
If any error occurs repeatedly or cannot be corrected,
contact your dealer/retailer.
Playing a CD
Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The
player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing.
CD displays. If you want to insert a CD with the ignition
off, first press the eject button or the RCL knob.
If you insert a CD with the radio off and the ignition on,
it starts to play.
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 playing where it stopped,
if it was the last selected audio source.
As each new track starts to play, the track number
displays.
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.
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Care of Your CDs
If playing a CD-R, the sound quality can 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. Handle them carefully.
Store CD-R(s) 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 does not play properly or not
at all. 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.
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.
Care of Your CD Player
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.
The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised,
due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics
with lubricants internal to the CD player mechanism.
Notice:If a label is added to a CD, or more than one
CD is inserted into the slot at a time, or an attempt
is made to play scratched or damaged CDs, the
CD player could be damaged. While 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 displays, see “CD Messages” later in this
section.
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1 PREV (Previous):Press to go to the beginning of the
current track if more than eight seconds have played.
The track number displays. If this pushbutton is held or
pressed more than once, the player continues moving
backward through the CD.
2 NEXT:Press to go to the next track. The track
number displays. If this pushbutton is held or pressed
more than once, the player continues moving forward
through the CD.
3 REV (Reverse):Press and hold to reverse quickly
within a track. Release to play the passage. The elapsed
time of the track displays.
4 FWD (Forward):Press and hold to advance quickly
within a track. Release to play the passage. The elapsed
time of the track displays.
5 RDM (Random):Press to hear the tracks in random,
rather than sequential, order. RND displays. Press
again to turn off random play. OFF displays.
6 RPT (Repeat):Press once to hear a track over again.
RPT displays. The current track continues to repeat.
Press again to turn off repeat play. OFF displays.
oSEEKp:Press the left or right arrow to go to the
previous or to the next track. The track number displays.
If either arrow is held or pressed more than once, the
player continues moving backward or forward through
the CD.RCL (Recall):Press this to see the current track
number or how long the current track has been playing.
AM FM:Press to listen to the radio when a CD is
playing. The inactive CD remains inside the radio for
future listening.
CD:Press to play a CD when listening to the radio.
CD displays if a CD is loaded.
Z(Eject):Press to eject a CD. Eject can be activated
with either the ignition or radio off. CDs may be loaded
with the ignition and radio off if this button is pressed first.
CD Messages
If the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following
reasons:
•It is very hot. When the temperature returns to
normal, the CD should play.
•You are driving on a very rough road. When the
road becomes smoother, the CD should play.
•The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down.
•The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and
try again.
•There could have been a problem while burning
the CD.
•The label could be caught in the CD player.
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If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason,
try a known good CD.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be
corrected, contact your dealer/retailer. If the radio
displays an error message, write it down and provide it
to your dealer/retailer when reporting the problem.
Playing a Cassette Tape
The tape player is built to work best with tapes that are
up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer
than that are so thin they might not work well in this
player. The longer side with the tape visible should face
to the right. If you hear nothing or hear a garbled sound,
the tape might not be in squarely. Press the
Z(eject)
button to remove the tape and start over.
If the ignition and the radio are off, press the eject button
or the RCL knob to insert and to begin play of a tape.
If the ignition is on and the radio is off, the tape can be
inserted and begins playing. CAS (cassette) displays
when a tape is inserted.
While the tape is playing, use the VOL, AUDIO, and
SEEK controls just as you do for the radio. The radio
displays UP if the top side of the tape is playing.
DN (Down) appears if the bottom side is playing.
The tape player plays the other side of the tape when
it reaches the end.Cassette tape adapter kits for portable CD players
works in the cassette tape player. See “CD Adapter Kits”
later for more information.
The tape bias is set automatically when a metal or
chrome tape is inserted.
If an error displays, see “Cassette Tape Messages” later
in this section.
1 PREV (Previous):The tape must have at least
three seconds of silence between each selection for
previous to work. Press this pushbutton to go to the
previous selection on the tape if the current selection
has been playing for less than three seconds. If pressed
when the current selection has been playing from
three to 13 seconds, it goes to the beginning of the
previous selection or the beginning of the current
selection, depending on the position on the tape. If
pressed when the current selection has been playing for
more than 13 seconds, it goes to the beginning of the
current selection. Pressing this pushbutton multiple times
increases the number of selections to be searched back,
up to−9. Pressing the NEXT pushbutton cancels the
selections.
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2 NEXT:The tape must have at least three seconds of
silence between each selection for next to work. Press
this pushbutton to go to the next selection on the tape.
Pressing this pushbutton multiple times in the next mode
increases the number of selections to be searched
forward. Pressing the PREV pushbutton cancels the
selections.
3 REV (Reverse):Press to quickly reverse the tape.
FR displays. The radio plays while the tape reverses.
Press it again to return to playing speed. Select stations
during reverse operation by using the TUNE or SEEK
controls or by using the scan or preset scan features.
4 FWD (Forward):Press to quickly advance the
tape. FF displays. The radio plays while the tape
advances. Press again to return to playing speed. Select
stations during forward operation by using the TUNE
or SEEK controls or by using the scan or preset
scan features.
5 SIDE:Press to play the other side of the tape.
6 RPT (Repeat):The tape must have at least three
seconds of silence between each selection for repeat to
work. Press and release to hear a selection over again.
RPT displays. Press again to turn off repeated play.
OFF displays.oSEEKp:The tape must have at least three seconds
of silence between each selection for seek to work. The
left arrow is the same as the PREV pushbutton and the
right arrow is the same as the NEXT pushbutton. If either
the left or right arrow is held or pressed more than once,
the player continues moving backward or forward through
the tape.
AM FM:Press to listen to the radio when a tape is
playing. The inactive tape remains inside the radio for
future listening.
TAPE:Press to play a cassette tape when listening to
the radio. CAS displays when a tape is loaded.
Z(Eject):Press to eject a tape. Eject can be
activated with the radio off. Cassette tapes can be
loaded with the ignition and radio off if this button is
pressed first.
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Care of the Cassette Tape Player
A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause
reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged
mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their
cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and
extreme heat. If they are not properly stored, they may
not operate properly or may cause failure of the
tape player.
The tape player should be cleaned regularly after
every 50 hours of use. The radio may display CLN to
indicate that the tape player has been used for 50 hours
without resetting the tape clean timer. If this message
appears on the display, the cassette tape player
needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but it should
be cleaned as soon as possible to prevent damage
to the tapes and player. If there is a reduction in sound
quality, try a known good cassette to see if the tape
or the tape player is at fault. If this other cassette has no
improvement in sound quality, clean the tape player.
For best results, use a scrubbing action, non-abrasive
cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape
head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The
recommended cleaning cassette is available through
your dealer/retailer.The cut tape detection feature of the cassette tape player
may identify the cleaning cassette as a damaged tape.
To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected,
use the following steps:
1. Turn the ignition on.
2. Turn the radio off.
3. Press and hold the TAPE button for two seconds
until the radio produces one beep. CAS will flash
on the display for five seconds.
4. Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette.
5. Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer’s
recommended cleaning time.
After the cleaning cassette is ejected, the cut tape
detection feature will be active again.
A non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a
cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head can be
used. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its
own. A non-scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as
thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner. The use of a
non-scrubbing action, dry-type cleaning cassette is not
recommended.
After the player is cleaned, press and hold the eject
button for three seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The
radio will display --- to show the indicator was reset.
Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may
degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette
tape is in good condition before the tape player
is serviced.
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Cassette Tape Messages
ERR (Error):If the player detects a tight or broken
tape, this message displays and the player ejects the
tape. The radio goes back to playing the last station
selected.
CLN (Clean):If this message displays, the cassette
tape player needs to be cleaned. It still plays tapes, but
it should be cleaned as soon as possible to prevent
damage to the tapes and player. See “Care of the
Cassette Tape Player” later in this section.
If the cassette is not playing correctly, for any other
reason, try a known good cassette.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be
corrected, contact your dealer/retailer. If the radio
displays an error message, write it down and provide it
to your dealer/retailer when reporting the problem.
CD Adapter Kits
It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit
with the cassette tape player after deactivating the
tight/loose tape sensor feature on the tape player.
To deactivate this feature, use the following steps:
1. Turn the ignition on.
2. Turn the radio off.
3. Press and hold the TAPE button for two seconds
until one beep is produced. CAS flashes, indicating
that the TIGHT/LOOSE TAPE sensor feature is
no longer active.
4. Insert the adapter into the cassette slot.
The override feature remains active until the
Zbutton
is pressed.
Theft-Deterrent Feature
THEFTLOCK®is designed to discourage theft of the
vehicle’s radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN). The radio does not operate
if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle.
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