2011 CADILLAC STS Owners Manual

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F4 RPT (Repeat):Single tracks or folders can be
repeated.
.To repeat the current track, press and release
F4 RPT until RPT TRCK displays.
.To repeat the tracks in the current folder, press and
release F4 RPT until RPT FLDR displays.
.To turn repeat off, press and release F4 RPT until
NORMAL displays.
F6 DISP (Display): Press to switch between the
elapsed time of the track and the MP3 playback
information.
© ¨(Seek): Press and release to go to the start of the
previous track or the start of the next track. Press and
hold for more than two seconds to search the previous
or next tracks at two tracks per second. Release to stop
searching and to play the track.
© ¨(Scan): Press to scan the tracks in each folder. The
radio goes to the next track, plays for 10 seconds, then
goes to the next track. Press again to stop scanning.
w(Tune): Turn to fast track reverse or advance
advance through the tracks in all folders or playlists.
The track number and file name displays for each track.
Turning
wwhile in random will fast track reverse or
advance the tracks in sequential order.
4(Information): Press to view the Title, Artist, Album,
or Folder names. To view this information:
1. Press
wto enter the main menu.
2. Turn
wuntil INFO displays.
3. Press
wto select INFO. The display changes to
show the additional MP3 information.
4. Press one of the following pushbuttons to view that specific information.
.F1 TTLE (Title): Displays the title name.
.F2 ATST (Artist): Displays the artist name.
.F3 ALBM (Album): Displays the album name.
.F4 FLDR (Folder):Displays the folder name.
5. Press F6 to exit the display. To return to the original display, repeatedly press F6 or wait for the
display to time out.
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XM Radio Messages
XL (Explicit Language Channels):These channels,
or any others, can be blocked at a customer's request,
by calling 1-800-929-2100 in the U.S. and
1-877-438-9677 in Canada.
XM Updating: The encryption code in the receiver is
being updated, and no action is required. This process
should take no longer than 30 seconds.
No XM Signal: 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 XM: The audio system is acquiring and
processing audio and text data. No action is needed.
This message should disappear shortly.
Channel Off Air: This channel is not currently in
service. Tune in to another channel.
Channel Unauth : This channel is blocked or cannot
be received with your XM Subscription package.
Channel 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 Artist Info: No artist information is available at this
time on this channel. The system is working properly. No Title Info:
No song title information is available at
this time on this channel. The system is working
properly.
No CAT Info: No category information is available at
this time on this channel. The system is working
properly.
No Information: No text or informational messages are
available at this time on this channel. The system is
working properly.
No Subscription Please Renew: XM subscription
needs to be reactivated. Contact XM at
www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 in the U.S.
and www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 in Canada.
CAT Not Found: There are no channels available for
the selected category. The system is working properly.
XM Theftlocked: 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 the
vehicle serviced, check with your dealer.
XM Radio ID: If tuned to channel 0, this message
alternates with the XM™ Radio 8 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.
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Check Antenna:If this message does not clear within
a short period of time, the receiver or antenna could
have a fault. Consult with your dealer.
Check XM Receivr: If this message does not clear
within a short period of time, the receiver could have
a fault. Consult with your dealer.
XM Not Available: If this message does not clear
within a short period of time, the receiver could have
a fault. Consult with your dealer.
Navigation/Radio System
For vehicles with a navigation radio system, see the
separate Navigation System manual.
Bluetooth®
For vehicles with a Navigation System and Bluetooth,
see the Navigation System Manual for information
about how to use the Bluetooth system.
For vehicles without a Navigation System, the Bluetooth
system can use a Bluetooth‐capable cell phone with
a Hands‐Free Profile to make and receive phone
calls. The system can be used while the ignition is in
ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. The range of the
Bluetooth system can be up to 9.1 m (30 ft). Not all
phones support all functions and not all phones work
with the Bluetooth system. See www.gm.com/bluetooth
for more information about compatible phones.
Voice Recognition
The Bluetooth system uses voice recognition to
interpret voice commands to control the system
and dial phone numbers.
For additional information say “Help”while you are
in a voice recognition menu.
Noise: The system may not recognize voice commands
if there is too much background noise.
When to Speak: A tone sounds to indicate that the
system is ready for a voice command. Wait for the tone
and then speak.
How to Speak: Speak clearly in a calm and natural
voice.
Audio System
When using the Bluetooth system, sound comes
through the vehicle's front audio system speakers and
overrides the audio system. Use the the audio system
volume knob during a call to change the volume level.
The adjusted volume level remains in memory for later
calls. The system maintains a minimum volume level.
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Bluetooth Controls
Use the buttons located on the steering wheel to
operate the Bluetooth system. SeeAudio Steering
Wheel Controls
on page 4‑124for more information.
b g(Push to Talk) : Press to answer incoming calls,
to confirm system information, and to start voice
recognition.
Pairing
A Bluetooth cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth
system and then connected to the vehicle before it can
be used. See your cell phone manufacturer's user guide
for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth phone is not connected, calls will be made
using OnStar
®Hands‐Free Calling, if available. Refer
to the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information.
Pairing Information
.Up to five cell phones can be paired to the
Bluetooth system.
.The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is
moving.
.Pairing only needs to be completed once, unless
the pairing information on the cell phone changes
or the cell phone is deleted from the system.
.Only one paired cell phone can be connected to
the Bluetooth system at a time.
.If multiple paired cell phones are within range
of the system, the system connects to the first
available paired cell phone in the order that they
were first paired to the system. To connect to a
different paired phone, see “Connecting to a
Different Phone” later in this section.
Pairing a Phone
1. Press and holdbgfor two seconds.
2. Say “Bluetooth.”
3. Say “Pair.”The system responds with instructions
and a four‐digit Personal Identification Number
(PIN). The PIN is used in Step 5.
4. Start the pairing process on the cell phone that you want to pair. For help with this process, see your
cell phone manufacturer's user guide.
5. Locate the device named “Your Vehicle”in the list
on the cell phone. Follow the instructions on the
cell phone to enter the PIN number that was
provided in Step 3. After the PIN is successfully
entered, the system prompts you to provide a
name for the paired cell phone. This name will be
used to indicate which phones are paired and
connected to the vehicle. See “Listing All Paired
and Connected Phones” later in this section for
more information.
6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to pair additional phones.
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Listing All Paired and Connected Phones
The system can list all cell phones paired to it. If a
paired cell phone is also connected to the vehicle, the
system responds with“is connected”after that
phone name.
1. Press and hold
b gfor two seconds.
2. Say “Bluetooth.”
3. Say “List.”
Deleting a Paired Phone
If the phone name you want to delete is unknown, see
“Listing All Paired and Connected Phones.”
1. Press and hold
b gfor two seconds.
2. Say “Bluetooth.”
3. Say “Delete.” The system asks which phone to
delete.
4. Say the name of the phone you want to delete.
Connecting to a Different Phone
To connect to a different cell phone, the Bluetooth
system looks for the next available cell phone in the
order in which all the available cell phones were paired.
Depending on which cell phone you want to connect to,
you may have to use this command several times.
1. Press and hold
b gfor two seconds.
2. Say “Bluetooth”.
3. Say “Change phone.”
.If another cell phone is found, the response will
be“ is now connected.”
.If another cell phone is not found, the original
phone remains connected.
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Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers
The system can store up to 30 phone numbers as name
tags in the Hands‐Free Directory that is shared between
the Bluetooth and OnStar systems.
The following commands are used to delete and store
phone numbers.
Store:This command will store a phone number, or a
group of numbers as a name tag.
Digit Store: This command allows a phone number to
be stored as a name tag by entering the digits one at
a time.
Delete: This command is used to delete individual
name tags.
Delete All Name Tags: This command deletes all
stored name tags in the Hands Free Calling Directory
and the OnStar Turn by Turn Destinations Directory.
Using the “Store”Command
1. Press and holdbgfor two seconds.
2. Say “Store.”
3. Say the phone number or group of numbers you want to store all at once with no pauses, then
follow the directions given by the system to save
a name tag for this number.
Using the “Digit Store” Command
If an unwanted number is recognized by the system,
say“Clear” at any time to clear the last number.
To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system,
say “Verify” at any time.
1. Press and hold
b gfor two seconds.
2. Say “Digit Store.”
3. Say each digit, one at a time, that you want to store. After each digit is entered, the system
repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone.
After the last digit has been entered, say “Store,”
and then follow the directions given by the system
to save a name tag for this number.
Using the “Delete”Command
1. Press and holdbgfor two seconds.
2. Say “Delete.”
3. Say the name tag you want to delete.
Using the “Delete All Name Tags”
Command
This command deletes all stored name tags in the
Hands‐Free Calling Directory and the OnStar
Turn‐by‐Turn Destinations Directory.
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To delete all name tags:1. Press and hold
b gfor two seconds.
2. Say “Delete all name tags.”
Listing Stored Numbers
The list command will list all stored numbers and
name tags.
Using the “List”Command
1. Press and holdbgfor two seconds.
2. Say “Directory.”
3. Say “Hands‐Free Calling.”
4. Say “List.”
Making a Call
Calls can be made using the following commands.
Dial or Call: The dial or call command can be used
interchangeably to dial a phone number or a stored
name tag.
Digit Dial: This command allows a phone number to be
dialed by entering the digits one at a time.
Re‐dial: This command is used to dial the last number
used on the cell phone.
Using the “Dial”or“Call” Command
1. Press and holdbgfor two seconds.
2. Say “Dial”or“Call.”
3. Say the entire number without pausing, or say the name tag.
Once connected, the person called will be heard
through the audio speakers.
Using the “Digit Dial” Command
The digit dial command allows a phone number to be
dialed by entering the digits one at a time. After each
digit is entered, the system repeats back the digit it
heard followed by a tone.
If an unwanted number is recognized by the system,
say“Clear” at any time to clear the last number.
To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system,
say “Verify” at any time.
1. Press and hold
b gfor two seconds.
2. Say “Digit Dial.”
3. Say each digit, one at a time, that you want to dial. After each digit is entered, the system repeats
back the digit it heard followed by a tone. After the
last digit has been entered, say “Dial.”
Once connected, the person called will be heard
through the audio speakers.
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Using the“Re‐dial”Command
1. Press and holdbgfor two seconds.
2. After the tone, say “Re‐dial.”
Once connected, the person called will be heard
through the audio speakers.
Receiving a Call
When an incoming call is received, the audio
system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle.
Press
b gand begin speaking to answer the call.
Call Waiting
Call waiting must be supported on the cell phone and
enabled by the wireless service carrier.
.Pressbgto answer an incoming call when
another call is active. The original call is placed
on hold.
.Pressb gagain to return to the original call.
.To ignore the incoming call, no action is required.
Three‐Way Calling
Three‐way calling must be supported on the cell phone
and enabled by the wireless service carrier.
1. While on a call, press
b g.
2. Say “Three‐way call.”
3. Use the dial or call command to dial the number of the third party to be called.
4. Once the call is connected, press
b gto link all
callers together.
Ending a Call
1. Pressb g.
2. Say “End Call.”
Muting a Call
During a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can be
muted so that the person on the other end of the call
cannot hear them.
.To mute a call, pressbg, and then say
“Mute call.”
.To cancel mute, pressb g, and then say
“Un‐mute call.”
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