2013 CADILLAC ESCALADE navigation system

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Infotainment System 7-87
4. A list of all the address bookentries will display. Press and
hold Clear All.
5. A confirmation pop-up will display. Press OK to delete;
press Cancel to cancel the
operation.
Map Database InformationUse the Map Database Information/
Remove Map Data screen button to
view the coverage areas of the map
database or to replace the map
database.
1. Press the Map Database Information/Remove Map Data
screen button to display the Map
Coverage Area screen.
2. Press the Remove Map Data screen button to remove the
map data. A screen showing,
“The Map can now be safely
removed” displays.
3. Press the confirmation screen button to safely remove the
map data.
If the map data is not removed, the
map database will not be available
for that ignition cycle. Map database
functionality can be restored by
cycling the ignition. Off-Road Mode
To turn the Off-road mode on or off:
1. Press CONFIG.
2. Press the Nav screen button.
3. Press Off-Road mode. The
button will be highlighted when
the feature is on.
When the off-road mode is turned
on, the navigation system will show
the path being traveled by the
vehicle when not on a marked road.
This path will be a simulation since
the map database coverage will not
have these roads on the DVD. This
path will be stored in the navigation
system's memory, see “Previous
Destination” underDestination on
page 7‑70 for more information.
See Defensive Driving on page 9‑3
for more information about off-road
driving.

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7-88 Infotainment System
Traffic Options (US and
Canada)
Read the following Options
descriptions to understand how the
XM NavTraffic™operates.
XM NavTraffic (USA and
Canada)
Vehicles with the navigation system
have an XM NavTraffic receiver. XM
NavTraffic is a subscription service
provided via XM Satellite Radio. XM
NavTraffic provides real-time traffic
information fully integrated to the
navigation system to display current
traffic conditions for a driver ’s
chosen route. XM NavTraffic allows
drivers to make the most informed,
timesaving routing decisions.
If the Traffic screen button is
pressed or if an attempt is made to
turn on the traffic display in the
Navigation Setup Menu without a
subscription, a Caution screen
displays indicating that XM traffic is
not activated.
Three types of traffic information for
major roadways are displayed on
the navigation system:
.Unscheduled traffic incident
data, such as accidents and
disabled vehicles
.Scheduled traffic incident data,
such as road construction and
road closures
.Traffic flow information (rate of
speed data)
Traffic information is delivered to the
vehicle by the XM Radio satellites.
XM NavTraffic makes it possible for the navigation system to provide
continuously updated traffic
information personalized for a
driver
’s needs.
XM NavTraffic currently broadcasts
the traffic information for many
markets nationally, and the service
may be available in more cities in
the future. Visit
www.xmnavtraffic.com for more
details on local coverage.
A service fee is required in order to
receive the XM NavTraffic service.
Turning XM NavTraffic On and Off
To turn traffic on or off:
1. Press CONFIG, then press CONFIG repeatedly until Nav is
selected or press the Nav
screen button.
2. Press the Traffic Options button.

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7-94 Infotainment System
Avoid:This button is used to avoid
the location of an event on the
route. If pressed, a new route is
calculated and the related traffic
event is avoided. After the new
route has been calculated, the
navigation system goes to the full
map screen and shows the new
route.
The Avoid button is only available if
the event is on the route ahead.
Traffic Voice Prompts
The traffic voice prompts are part of
the current navigation voice
prompts. If the navigation voice
prompts are turned off, all traffic
prompts are also turned off.
If the voice prompts are on,
whenever an Alert for Approaching
Traffic is displayed, the system
gives the related voice prompt. The
content of the voice prompt
depends on actual traffic event data.
The RPT (Repeat) button is for
navigation traffic maneuvers only.
It is not used to repeat traffic prompts. During a traffic voice
prompt, if RPT is pressed, the
current prompt playback cancels.
Traffic prompts are disabled during
OnStar (if equipped) or Voice
Recognition activity.
XM Weather (If Equipped)
Press the Weather screen button to
display the Current or Extended
Forecast Weather.
The Extended Forecast Weather
screen displays five days of the
forecasted weather at the vehicle’s
current position.
Press the Location button located
near the top leftside of the screen to
change the current location to a new
location from a list of 156 supported
cities. The display will then update
the extended forecast for the new
chosen location.
Press the Current Weather button
located near the bottom leftside of
the Extended Forecast Screen to
display the current weather at the
vehicle’s current position. Weather
alerts will also be displayed in the
Alerts nearby area. These alerts
include Flash Flood Warning, Flood
Warning, Special Marine Warning,
Tornado Warning, and
Thunderstorm Warning.

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7-96 Infotainment System
Night:Press to make the map
background darker.
Day: Press to make the map
background brighter.
Rear Vision Camera (If Equipped)
Rear Camera Options: Press to
display options available.
The available options are:
Video: Press to turn on or off.
Symbols: Press to turn on or off.
Guiding Lines: Press to turn on
or off. For more information about the Rear
Vision Camera, see
Rear Vision
Camera (RVC) on page 9‑47 in the
vehicle owner manual.
Rear Display(s)
Press the Rear Display(s) screen
button to allow the choice of
sources for rear display between
front disc, rear aux, or usb,
if connected.
Setting the Clock
The navigation system time and the
analog clock operate independently.
Changing the time through the
navigation system does not change
the time on the analog clock. See
Clock on page 5‑7 to change the
analog clock time.
Press CONFIG to enter the
configure menu options, then press
CONFIG repeatedly until the time is
selected or press the time screen
button.
Hours: Press−or + to decrease or
increase the hours.
Minutes: Press−or + to decrease
or increase the minutes.
12/24 Format: Select the 12
screen button for standard time;
select the 24 screen button for
military time.

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Infotainment System 7-97
Global Positioning
System (GPS)
The navigation system determines
the position of the vehicle by using
satellite signals, various vehicle
signals, and map data.
At times, other interferences such
as the satellite condition, road
configuration, the condition of the
vehicle and/or other circumstances
can interfere with the navigation
system's ability to determine the
accurate position of the vehicle.
The GPS shows the current position
of the vehicle using signals sent by
the GPS Satellites of the United
States Department of Defense.
When the vehicle is not receiving
signals from the satellites, a symbol
appears on the map screen. Refer
toGlobal Positioning System (GPS)
on page 7‑97. This system may not be available or
interferences may occur if any of the
following are true:.Signals are obstructed by tall
buildings, trees, large trucks,
or a tunnel.
.Objects are located on the front
dash of the vehicle.
.Satellites are being repaired or
improved.
.After-market glass tinting has
been applied to the vehicle's
windshield.
Notice: Do not apply after-market
glass tinting to the vehicle's
windows. Glass tinting interferes
with the system's ability to
receive GPS signals and causes
the system to malfunction. The
window might have to be
replaced to correct the problem.
This would not be covered by the
warranty. For more information if the GPS is
not functioning properly, see
Vehicle
Positioning on page 7‑97 and
Problems with Route Guidance on
page 7‑98.
Vehicle Positioning
At times, the position of the vehicle
on the map may be inaccurate due
to one or more of the following
reasons:
.Road system has changed.
.Vehicle is driving on slippery
road surfaces such as in sand,
gravel, and/or snow.
.Vehicle is traveling on winding
roads.
.Vehicle is on a long
straight road.
.Vehicle is approaching a tall
building or a large vehicle.

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Infotainment System 7-99
To recalibrate the vehicle's position
on the map, see your dealer.
If the System Needs
Service
If the navigation system needs
service and the steps listed here
have been followed but there are
still problems, see your dealer for
assistance.
Map Data Updates
The navigation map database is
stored on a compact flash card. It is
usable only in this type of navigation
system, and will not function in other
electronic devices.
The map in the vehicle was installed
by the factory and is the most
up-to-date information available as
the vehicle was produced. This map
may have to be updated
periodically, provided that the map
information has changed. See your
dealer for service.
Ordering Map Data Updates
The map database in the vehicle is
the most up-to-date information
available when the vehicle was
produced. The map database is
updated periodically, provided that
the map information has changed.
United States and Canada
For any questions about the system
or the update process, contact the
GM Nav Disc Center toll-free phone
number, 1-877-NAV-DISC
(1-877-628-3472) or go to the
center's website,
www.gmnavdisc.com. For any
updates or replacements, call the
GM Nav Disc Center or order the
new database online. Have the
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
available when ordering to ensure
the correct and most up-to-date map
database for the vehicle is sent. See
“Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN)”in the index of the vehicle
owner manual for more information. Mexico
For any questions about the
operation of the navigation system
or the update process, contact
General Motors of Mexico,
Customer Care Center Cadillac
toll-free phone number,
01-800-466-0805 or write to
[email protected]. Have the
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
available when ordering to ensure
the correct and most up-to-date
DVD map disc for the vehicle is
sent. See
“Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)” in the Index of the
vehicle owner manual for more
information.
After receiving the updated map
database, see your dealer for
replacement.

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7-100 Infotainment System
Database Coverage
Explanations
Coverage area depends upon the
map detail available. Some areas
have greater map detail than others.
The navigation system works only
as well as the information provided
on the stored map data. SeeMap
Data Updates on page 7‑99 on how
to obtain updated map information.
Voice Recognition
The navigation system's voice
recognition allows for hands-free
operation of the navigation system,
audio system, and OnStar (if
equipped) features.
Voice recognition can be used when
the ignition is on or when Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
See Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) on page 9‑26 for more
information. To use voice recognition:
1. Press and hold SRCE located
on the steering wheel until you
hear a beep. The audio system
mutes.
2. Clearly state one of the commands listed on the
following pages.

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Infotainment System 7-101
Helpful Hints for Stating
Commands
.When a multiple command is
available, choose the command
that works best.
.Words that are in brackets are
optional. For example, for the
command Radio [band] [select]
FM, stating Radio FM or Radio
select FM are both valid
commands.
.When the system recognizes the
command the system does one
of the following:
‐Perform the function.
‐ Ask you to confirm your
choice.
‐ Issue an error message “Did
not recognize. Voice
Recognition Canceled.”
.If you experience difficulty with
the system recognizing a
command, try saying it more
softly, and wait for a few
seconds after the beep,
or repeat the command.
.Background noise may cause
voice commands to be
misunderstood, including airflow
noise from wind.
.To use the voice recognition
system, the map DVD must be
loaded and the navigation
system must be on.
This system is able to recognize
commands in three different
languages. The system only
recognizes commands based on the
language selected from the Driver
Information Center (DIC). See
Driver Information Center (DIC) on
page 5‑23 for more information.
Voice Recognition Commands
The following list shows all of the
voice commands available for the
navigation system with a brief
description of each. The commands
are listed with the optional words in
brackets. To use the voice
commands, refer to the instructions
listed previously.
Voice Tag Commands
The following are voice tag
commands that can be accessed by
clearly stating the commands
exactly as they are written. There
are up to 40 voice tag entries for
destinations.
Navigation go to [destination],
navigation select: These
commands instruct the system to
select a destination saved under the
voice tag you have stored. The
system prompts for a destination
name then waits for you to state
the name.