2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE audio

Using the Navigation Audio System to
Control a USB Storage Device or iPod®
The navigation audio system can control a USB storagedevice or an iPod by using the radio touch screens andsteering wheel controls.
1. Touch the AUX buttton and then the USB button.
2. Press center screen button to enter the musicnavigator main screen.
3. Touch or tap the left or right arrow to selectdesired Category such as: Artist, Album,Genre, etc. A list of that category will display.
4. Select an Artist, Album, or Track from that list.
5. Touch the up or down arrows located on theside of the screen to select one item at a time,or touch the top or bottom arrow to jump10 percent up or down the list.
6. Touch the Back button to go back to theprevious screen.
7. Touch the Exit button to go back to the mainaudio screen.
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Do not add any label to a CD or DVD, it could getcaught in the player. If a CD or DVD is recorded on apersonal computer and a description label is needed,try labeling the top of the recorded CD or DVD with asoft marker.
Auxiliary Devices
The vehicle may have a rear entertainmentsystem (RSE) with a second and third row screen.The RSE has audio adapters to allow you to connectauxiliary devices. The audio can be heard through thespeakers or through the wireless or wired headphones.See“Audio/Video Jacks”under,Rear SeatEntertainment (RSE) System (Overhead)on page 4!77orRear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System (HeadrestDVD)on page 4!86for more information.
Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary devicewhile the vehicle is in P (Park). SeeDefensive Drivingo n p a g e 6!2for more information on driver distraction.
To switch the RSE system to use an auxiliary device:
1. Connect the auxiliary device to the RSE system,for the second or third row.
2. Press the AUDIO key then press the AUDIO keyrepeatedly until AUX (auxiliary) is selected or touchthe AUX screen button. An auxiliary device mustbe connected for the AUX screen button to appearas an option to select.
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3. For the second row display select the Rear AUXscreen button next to Rear Display 1 and for thethird row display select the Rear AUX screenbutton next to Rear Display 2. Each screen worksindependently of the other. The second row screencan watch a DVD while the third row screen canuse the auxiliary device.
The rear seat passengers can also use the remotecontrol to change the functions of the RSE. SeeRearSeat Entertainment (RSE) System (Overhead)onpage 4!77orRear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System(Headrest DVD)on page 4!86for more information.
Voice Recognition
The navigation system's voice recognition allowsfor hands-free operation of the navigation system,audio system, and OnStar®features. The DVD mapdisc must be installed in the navigation system for voicerecognition to work. See“Installing the DVD Map Disc”underMapson page 5!14for more information.
Voice recognition can be used when the ignition is onor when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.See“Retained Accessory Power (RAP)”in the Index ofyour vehicle's owner manual for more information.
To use voice recognition, do the following:
1. Push and hold theSRCE button on thesteering wheel untilyou hear a beep. Theaudio system mutes.
2. Clearly state one of the commands listed on thefollowing pages.
Helpful Hints for Stating Commands
.When a multiple command is available, choose thecommand that works best.
.Words that are in brackets are optional. Forexample, for the command Radio [band] [select]FM, stating Radio FM or Radio select FM are bothvalid commands.
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CD Commands
The following are CD, MP3, and DVD commands thatcan be accessed by clearly stating the commandsexactly as they are written.
CD, DVD, Disc :Use this command to select a CD,DVD, or disc that is currently loaded.
CD, DVD, Disc, [select] track (one, two, three, etc.) :Instructs the system to select a specific track number.
CD, DVD, Disc select next folder :Use this commandto select the next folder on the MP3 or audio DVD.
CD, DVD, Disc select previous folder :Use thiscommand to select the previous folder on the MP3 oraudio DVD.
CD help, DVD help, Disc help :Instructs the system toassist with CD and DVD commands.
Auxiliary Commands
The following auxiliary commands can be accessedby clearly stating the commands exactly as they arewritten. The commands are available when the auxiliarysource is available.
Aux, Auxiliary :Use this command to select theauxiliary device, when a device is connected.
Voice Help
Voice help :Provides a description of help commandsthat can be used.
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FusesUsage
17Air Conditioning Compressor
18Oxygen Sensors
19Transmission Controls (Ignition)
20Fuel Pump
21Fuel System Control Module
22Headlamp Washer
23Rear Windshield Washer
24Fuel Injectors, Ignition Coils(Left Side)
25Trailer Park Lamps
26Driver Side Park Lamps
27Passenger Side Park Lamps
28Fog Lamps
29Horn
30Passenger Side High-BeamHeadlamp
31Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
32Driver Side High-Beam Headlamp
33Daytime Running Lamps 2
34Sunroof
FusesUsage
35Key Ignition System, Theft DeterrentSystem
36Windshield Wiper
37SEO B2 Upfitter Usage (Battery)
38Electric Adjustable Pedals
39Climate Controls (Battery)
40Airbag System (Ignition)
41Amplifier
42Audio System
43Miscellaneous (Ignition), CruiseControl
44Liftgate Release
45Airbag System (Battery)
46Instrument Panel Cluster
47Not Used
48Auxiliary Climate Control (Ignition)
49Center High-Mounted Stoplamp(CHMSL)
50Rear Defogger
51Heated Mirrors
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Appearance Care (cont.)
Underbody Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-106
Washing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-102
Weatherstrips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-102
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades . . . . . . .7-104
Wood Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-101
Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Assist Handles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-64
Audio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-67
Audio Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-105
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-60
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-107
Rear Seat (RSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-103
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-105
XM™Satellite Radio Antenna System . . . . . . . . . . .4-108
Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
Automatic Transmission
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32
Autoride®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-42
Axle, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-50
B
Back-Up Lamps - Ambulance Body
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-55
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-43
Electric Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Run-Down Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13
Bench Seat, Split (60/40) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Bluetooth®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-67
Brake
Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Pedal and Adjustable Throttle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-40
Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-38
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4
Braking in Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-6
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26
Bucket Seats, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-56
Back-Up Lamps - Ambulance Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-55
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-52
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Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California . . . . . .7-5
Phone
Bluetooth®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-67
Power
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-108
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Lumbar Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-38
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Power Assist Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-47
Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Problems with Route Guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-58
Program
Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
Programmable Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Proposition 65 Warning, California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-5
R
Radio Frequency
Identification (RFID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Radios
Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-107
Theft-Deterrent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-105
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and
Electronic Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26
Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-50
Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Rear Door Security Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Rear Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-66
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-103
Rear Seat Entertainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-77, 4-86
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-103
Rear Side Window Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-108
Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-66
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-51
Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7
Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-43
Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-43
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Seats (cont.)
Heated Seats - Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Power Lumbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Power Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Power Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Third Row Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Secondary Latch System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-91
Securing a Child Restraint
Center Front Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-70
Rear Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-67
Right Front Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-71
Security
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-4
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle . . . 7-6
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
Engine Soon Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36
Parts Identification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-107
Publications Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 2-89
Sheet Metal Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-105
Shifting
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-40
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-39
Side Blind Zone Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-48
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-98
Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-86
Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-81
Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-94
Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-115
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29
Split Bench Seat (60/40) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
StabiliTrak®Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-34
StabiliTrak®System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-6
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-105
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3
Steps
Power Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Storage
Garment Hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-64
Storage Areas
Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-64
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-62
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-62
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-66
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-66
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-64
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-30
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
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