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Infotainment System 7-9
Press the RADIO faceplate button
to change the active radio source or
change to the radio from another
source. Press the MENU knob and
the following radio settings may
display:
Tone Settings:
.Bass, Midrange, and Treble:
Turn the MENU knob and
highlight. Press the MENU knob
to select. Turn the MENU knob
to adjust.
.Balance:Turn the MENU knob
to highlight. Press the MENU
knob to select. Turn the MENU
knob left for more sound from
the left speakers or right for
more sound from the right
speakers. The middle position
balances the sound between the
left and right speakers.
.Fade: Turn the MENU knob to
highlight. Press the MENU knob
to select. Turn the MENU knob
to the left for more sound from
the front speakers and to the
right for more sound from the rear speakers. The middle
position balances the sound
between the front and rear
speakers.
.EQ (Equalizer): Turn the MENU
knob to highlight. Turn the
MENU knob to scroll through the
options. Press the MENU knob
to select. Press the
oBACK
button to go to the
previous menu.
Station List: Select to display a list
of AM or FM stations. Press
o
BACK to go to the previous menu.
Auto Volume: If equipped, this
feature adjusts the volume based on
the vehicle speed. Select the level
between Off, Low, Medium-Low,
Medium, Medium-High, and High.
Press
oBACK to go to the
previous menu.
EQ (Equalizer) Settings: In certain
configurations the available choices
are Manual and Talk. Options for SiriusXM Only
XM View:
XM view allows the
channel list to be viewed by channel
name, artist playing on channel,
or song playing on channel. Turn
the MENU knob to highlight and
press the MENU knob to select.
Press
oBACK to go to the
previous menu.
Channel List: Select to display a
list of SiriusXM channels. Turn the
MENU knob to highlight and press
the MENU knob to select. Press
o
BACK to go to the previous menu.
Also see the radio settings common
for all sources earlier in this section.
Finding a Station
Seeking a Station
Press
gorlto search for the
previous or next strongest station.
Tuning a Station
Turn the MENU knob to manually
find a station.

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Storing Radio Station Presets
Up to 25 preset stations from all
bands can be stored in the favorite
lists in any order. Up to five stations
can be stored in each favorite page
and the number of favorites can
be set.
AM, FM, or SiriusXM (If
Equipped):While on the active
source main page, such as AM, FM,
or SiriusXM (if equipped), press and
hold a Favorites/Soft Key button on
the faceplate.
Mixed-Audio Favorites
Media (If Equipped) and Broadcast
favorites can be stored.
To display the favorites page, press
qorron the radio faceplate.
To manage Favorites. See “Manage
Favorites” underOverview on
page 7-3.
Satellite Radio
SiriusXM®Satellite Radio
Service
Vehicles with a SiriusXM satellite
radio tuner and a SiriusXM satellite
radio subscription can receive
SiriusXM programming.
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service
based in the 48 contiguous United
States and 10 Canadian provinces.
SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide
variety of programming and
commercial-free music, coast to
coast, and in digital-quality sound.
A service fee is required to receive
the SiriusXM service. See
www.siriusxmradio.com or call
1-866-635-2349 (U.S.); or see
www.xmradio.ca or call
1-877-209-0079 (Canada).
When SiriusXM is active, the
channel name and number,
category name, song title, and artist
display on the screen.
Browsing SiriusXM Channels
To browse the SiriusXM channels:
1. Press the MENU knob.
2. Turn the MENU knob to highlight
XM Channel List.
3. Turn the MENU knob to highlight the desired XM Channels.
SiriusXM Messages
XL (Explicit Language
Channels): These stations, or any
others, can be blocked by request,
by calling 1-866-635-2349 in the
U.S., and 1-877-209-0079 in
Canada.
Loading XM: The audio system is
acquiring and processing audio and
text data. No action is needed.
Channel Off Air: This station is not
currently in service.
Channel Not Authorized: This
station is blocked or cannot be
received.

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7-12 Infotainment System
Fixed Mast Antenna
The fixed mast antenna will go
through most car washes as long as
it is securely attached. If the
antenna becomes slightly bent,
straighten it out by hand. If it is
badly bent, replace it.
Occasionally check that the antenna
is tight at the base. If tightening is
required, protect the paint from
damage.
Multi-Band Antenna
The roof antenna is for OnStar®,
SiriusXM®Satellite Radio, and GPS
(Global Positioning System), if the
vehicle has these features. Keep
clear of obstructions for clear
reception. If the vehicle has a
sunroof, and it is open, reception
can also be affected.
Pandora Internet Radio
If equipped, Pandora®is a free
Internet radio service that streams
personalized radio stations based
on artists, tracks, genres, and
comedians. Create stations using
the Pandora website or Smartphone
application, then use
-(thumbs up)
or
,(thumbs down) to personalize
stations. To set up an account, or for
more information, go to
www.pandora.com. Pandora may
not be available in Canada or
Mexico.
A phone or tablet with Internet
connection and the Pandora
application installed is required.
Personal cell phone data plans are
used. Make sure the latest version
is installed on the device.
Launching Pandora
Connect the iPhone to the USB
port, or connect Android®or
BlackBerry®through Bluetooth. See
Auxiliary Jack on page 7-21 or
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls -
Base Radio) on page 7-34 or
Bluetooth (Voice Recognition - Base
Radio) on page 7-38 orBluetooth
(Overview) on page 7-32 or
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls -
Base Connected Radio) on
page 7-43 orBluetooth (Voice
Recognition - Base Connected
Radio) on page 7-48. For first time
use, set up the stations before
connecting to the vehicle. The
Pandora icon will be available on
the Home Page.
When Pandora is chosen, the
Pandora logo will populate on the
screen and the system will display
“Acquiring Pandora Radio Station.”
Launch times can be significant.

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Using the iPhone
1. Plug the device into the USBport. The phone screen must be
unlocked.
2. Launch Pandora from the Home Page by selecting the
Pandora icon.
If nothing happens when the
available Pandora screen button is
pressed, download the latest
Pandora application and retry.
The login screen may display on the
device.
Using an Android or BlackBerry
Phone
The BlackBerry phone must be
unlocked to launch Pandora service.
1. Pair the phone using Bluetooth.
2. Launch Pandora by selecting Pandora on the Home Page.
If nothing happens when the
available Pandora screen button is
selected, download the latest
Pandora application and retry. The login screen may display on the
device.
Pandora Menus
Select Menu on the Pandora
main page.
Pandora has a menu with the
following:
Tone Settings:
Select to adjust the
tone settings. See AM-FM Radio on
page 7-8.
Bookmark Artist: Select to
bookmark the artist.
Bookmark Song: Select to
bookmark the song.
Auto Volume: This feature sets the
auto volume based on the speed of
the vehicle and noise in the vehicle.
See AM-FM Radio on page 7-8.
Pandora Features
Pandora service has features to rate
tracks, skip tracks, or change
stations.}(Bookmarks): When selected
during a track, a choice displays to
bookmark the artist or track. This
sends the bookmark to the Pandora
account.
,(Thumbs Down): When
selected, Pandora stores this
information, changes to the next
track, and does not play this track
on this station again. This helps
Pandora choose which tracks
should not play on this station. This
feature is only available on user
created stations.
-(Thumbs Up): When selected,
Pandora stores this information and
-is highlighted for the remainder of
the track. This helps Pandora
choose which tracks should play on
this station.
d(Next Track): When selected,
Pandora changes to the next track.
rorj(Play/Pause): Select to play
or pause playback.

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The iPod battery recharges
automatically while the vehicle is on.
When the vehicle is off while an
iPod is connected using the iPod
USB cable, the iPod battery stops
charging and the iPod automatically
turns off.
If the iPod is an unsupported model,
it can still be listened to in the
vehicle by connecting to the
auxiliary input jack using a standard
3.5 mm (1/8 in) stereo cable.
iPod Menu
Press the MENU knob to display the
iPod Menu and the following may
display:
Browse:Select to display the files
or songs on the iPod. See “Browse
iPod Media” later in this section.
Tone Settings: Select to adjust
Bass, Midrange, Treble, Balance,
Fade, and EQ (Equalizer). See
“Tone Settings” under“Playing an
Audio CD.”
Auto Volume: If equipped, see
“Playing an Audio CD.” EQ (Equalizer) Settings:
If equipped, this feature adjusts the
Equalizer settings. See
“EQ
(Equalizer) Settings” inAM-FM
Radio on page 7-8.
Browse iPod Media
Use the following to browse:
Playlists:
1. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to view the playlists
stored on the iPod.
2. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select a playlist
name to view a list of all songs
in the playlist.
3. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select the song
from the list to begin playback.
Artists:
1. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to view the artists
stored on the iPod. 2. Turn the MENU knob to highlight
and press to select an artist
name to view a list of all albums
by the artist.
3. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select an album
name to view a list of all songs
on the album.
4. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select the song
from the list to begin playback.
Albums:
1. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to view the albums
stored on the iPod.
2. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select an album
name to view a list of all songs
on the album.
3. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select the song
from the list to begin playback.

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Genres:
1. Turn the MENU knob to highlightand press to view the genres
stored on the iPod.
2. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select a genre
name to view a list of artists of
that genre.
3. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select to view
albums by that artist.
4. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select an album to
view songs.
5. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select the song
from the list to begin playback.
Songs:
1. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to view a list of all
songs stored on the iPod.
2. Turn the MENU knob to highlight and press to select the song
from the list to begin playback.Playing from an iPhone®
or iPad®
This feature supports iPhone 3G,
iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, and iPad.
Follow the same instructions as
stated earlier for using an iPod.
SD Card Reader
This vehicle has an SD card reader
in the center console. See Center
Console Storage on page 4-3.
1. Plug the SD card into the reader.
2. Press the MEDIA button to select the SD device.
If an SD card has already been
connected, but a different source is
currently active, press the MEDIA
screen button repeatedly to cycle
through all of the available audio
source screens, until the SD card
screen is shown.
Playing Music from the SD Card
An SD Card is played the same way
a USB device is played. See USB
Port on page 7-18.
Auxiliary Jack
The AUX jack is in the center
console. See Center Console
Storage on page 4-3.
Possible auxiliary audio sources
include:
.Laptop computer
.Audio music player
This jack is not an audio output. Do
not plug headphones into the
auxiliary input jack. Auxiliary
devices should be set up while the
vehicle is in P (Park).
Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable
from the auxiliary device to the
auxiliary input jack.
If an auxiliary device has already
been connected, but a different
source is currently active, press the
MEDIA faceplate button repeatedly
to scroll through all of the available
audio source screens, until the AUX
source screen is shown.

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Warning (Continued)
Taking your eyes off the road too
long or too often could cause a
crash resulting in injury or death.
Focus your attention on driving.
Vehicles with a Bluetooth system
can use a Bluetooth-capable cell
phone with a Hands-Free Profile to
make and receive phone calls. The
infotainment system and voice
recognition are used to control the
system. The system can be used
while 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.
Bluetooth Controls
Use the buttons on the instrument
panel, faceplate, and the steering
wheel to operate the Bluetooth
system.
Steering Wheel Controls
g(Push to Talk): Press to answer
incoming calls, confirm system
information, and start voice
recognition.
c(End Call): Press to end a call,
reject a call, or cancel an operation.
Press to mute or unmute the
infotainment system.
Infotainment System Controls
For information about how to
navigate the menu system using the
infotainment controls, see Overview
on page 7-3.
MENU: Turn to scroll through a list.
Press to select the highlighted list
option.
{(Home Page): Press to go to the
Home Page. See Home Page on
page 7-5. PHONE:
Select to enter the phone
main menu. See Bluetooth
(Infotainment Controls - Base
Radio) on page 7-34 orBluetooth
(Voice Recognition - Base Radio) on
page 7-38 orBluetooth (Overview)
on page 7-32 orBluetooth
(Infotainment Controls - Base
Connected Radio) on page 7-43 or
Bluetooth (Voice Recognition - Base
Connected Radio) on page 7-48.
Voice Recognition
The voice recognition system uses
commands to control the system
and dial phone numbers.
Noise: The system may not
recognize voice commands if there
is too much background noise, such
as noise from open windows or loud
talking inside the vehicle.
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.

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2. Turn the MENU knob and pressto select Manage Phones.
3. Press the button just below the PAIR/screen button. A four-digit
Personal Identification Number
(PIN) appears on the display.
The PIN is used in Step 5.
4. Start the pairing process on the cell phone to be paired to the
vehicle. See the cell phone
manufacturer's user guide for
information on this process.
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 provided in Step 3.
After the PIN is successfully
entered, the system confirms the
pairing process is complete.
6. If the phone prompts to accept connection or allow phone book
download, select always accept
and allow. The phone book may
not be available if not accepted. 7. Repeat steps 1–6 to pair
additional phones or devices.
Listing All Paired and Connected
Phones
1. To list all paired devices, from the Home Page turn the MENU
knob, then press to select the
PHONE screen button.
2. Turn the MENU knob and press to select Manage Phones.
Deleting a Paired Phone
1. From the Home Page, turn the MENU knob, then press to
select the PHONE screen
button.
2. Turn the MENU knob and press to select Manage Phones.
3. Turn the MENU knob to highlight the phone to be deleted.
4. Press the button below the DELETE screen button to delete
the highlighted device. 5. A confirmation screen is
displayed. Press the button just
below the DELETE screen
button to confirm deletion.
Connecting to a Different Phone
1. From the Home Page, turn the MENU knob, then press to
select the PHONE screen button
or press the PHONE button on
the faceplate.
2. Turn the MENU knob and press to select Manage Phones.
3. Turn the MENU knob to highlight the phone to be connected.
4. Press the button just below the CONNECT screen button to
connect to the highlighted
device.
Phone Menu
Once a phone is connected and
selected, the following may display:
Recent Calls: Turn the MENU
knob to highlight Recent Calls and
press to select.