Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Traverse GMC
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Infotainment System ......... 3 Introduction ...................... 3 Overview ....................... 4 Radio ............................. 1 5 AM-FM Radio ............... 1 5 Satellite Radio .............. 2 1 Audio Players ................ 2 1 CD/DVD Player .
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Introduction GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, GMC and the GMC Truck Emblem, and the name LUCERNE are registered trademarks. The names ENCLAVE, TRAVERSE, and ACADIA are trademarks of General Motors.
The information in this manual supplements the owner manual. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual.
All functions are available when the vehicle is parked. Do the following before driving: • Become familiar with the navigation system operation, hard keys on the faceplate, and touch-sensitive screen buttons of the navigation system. • Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers.
When the navigation system is turned on, a screen may appear with the information below, and you must read and acknowledge the information it contains. { WARNING Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you or others.
Navigation System Overview A. Map DVD. See “Installing the Map DVD” under Maps on page 38 . B. FULL MAP Touch Screen Button. See “NAV” under “Hard Keys” under Using the Navigation System on page 36 . C. No GPS Symbol. See Global Positioning System (GPS) on page 70 .
I. FAV (Favorite) Key. See “Storing Radio Station Presets” under Using the Navigation System on page 36 . J. Map Scale. See “Map Adjustments” under Maps on page 38 . K. 0 (Zoom In) Touch Screen Button. See “Map Adjustments” under Maps on page 38 .
Limit Features While Driving The navigation system may have this feature. Touch the Limit Features While Driving screen button to turn on and off the ability to limit functions while driving.
Entering a Destination by Using Address, Point of Interest, Previous Destination, or the Map Method and Storing Preset Destinations Entering an Address To enter a destination by entering the city name first: 1. If the radio is on with a map disc inserted, skip to Step 5.
10. Once a street has been selected, select the House # screen button to enter the house number. The system displays the house number range that is available for the street. 11. Select the Go screen button. A map screen, with the destination marked appears.
10. Select the route preference (Fastest, Shortest, or Other). The system calculates and highlights the route. 11. Select the Start Guidance screen button. The fastest route will automatically begin if the car starts moving forward. See “Point of Interest (POI)” under Destination on page 46 for more information.
5. Press the DEST hard key. Enter a destination. See Destination on page 46 for more information on how to enter a destination. 6. Select the Map screen button after entering the destination. 7. Select the MARK screen button from the map. The address book screen appears.
6. Select one of the available preset destination screen buttons. A map screen, with the destination marked, appears and the system immediately begins to route to that destination. The preset destination buttons overwrite and provides guidance to the selected destination even if the guidance is in place.
Radio AM-FM Radio Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to the vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player, CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer/retailer. Also, check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units.
Finding a Station There are three ways to find/change stations: • If viewing a full map screen, use the ¨© SEEK keys and f knob. Preset stations cannot be directly changed from the full map screen, but can be selected by using the steering wheel control w or x buttons.
XM lists also contain a category to select and the stations or channels that pertain to the category. For XM, select the left and right arrow screen buttons to change categories. The station information displays. See “Radio Menu” later in this section to add and remove XM categories from the category list.
Sound Menu SOUND: Press this key or press the MENU key to access the Sound menu to adjust the treble, midrange, bass, fade, balance, and equalization. Settings for treble, midrange, and bass are remembered for each source, such as AM/FM, XM (if equipped), CD/DVD, and AUX.
Select Talk to adjust the tone settings to an automatic preset for talk radio. Rear Seat Audio (RSA) With this feature, if the Rear Seat Audio (RSA) system has been turned on, it can be turned off by selecting the Rear Seat Audio Off screen button. See “Rear Seat Audio (RSA)” in the Index of your vehicles owner manual.
Automatic Volume Control With automatic volume control, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise while driving. To use Automatic Volume Control: 1. Set the volume at the desired level. 2. Press the MENU key to enter the menu screen, then press it repeatedly until Radio is selected, or touch the Radio screen button.
The RDS system is always on. When information is broadcast from the FM station you are listening to, the station name or call letters display on the audio screen. RDS may provide a program type (PTY) for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast.
When a CD is inserted, the CD tab displays. If an equalization setting is selected for the CD, it is activated each time a CD is played. 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.
3. If either arrow is pressed more than once, the player continues moving backward or forward through the CD. The sound mutes while seeking. f (Tuning Knob): 1. Turn counterclockwise one notch to go to the start of the current track, turn it again to go to the previous track.
Scanning Compressed Audio Disc Scanning a compressed audio disc categorizes and allows sorting of songs by folder artist or album. • Select center folder/artist/album button to initiate scanning mode.
• Play begins from the first track under the root directory. When all tracks from the root directory have been played, play continues from files according to their numerical listing. After playing the last track from the last folder, play begins again at the first track of the first folder or root directory.
r (Rewind): 1. Select and hold to rewind quickly through a track selection. Sound is heard at a muted or reduced volume. 2. Release to stop rewinding. The display shows the elapsed time of the track. [ (Forward): 1. Select and hold to fast forward quickly through a track selection.
See “Rear Seat Entertainment System” in the Index of your vehicle’s owner manual for more information. The DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code that is printed on the jacket of most DVDs.
DVD Menu Options Once a DVD starts to play, the menu options and cursor screen buttons automatically appear. To display the menu Options screen button while a DVD is playing, touch anywhere on the screen. Options: Select this screen button to view the menu option screen buttons.
Hide Options: Select this screen button to remove all menu options from the display, except Options and Cursor. Top Menu: Select to display the first menu of the DVD. This is not available on all DVDs. Menu: Select to display the DVD menu of the current area of the DVD that is playing.
Monitor: From the DVD Setup screen, select to adjust the aspect ratio of the DVD on the navigation screen. This is not available on all DVDs. This button is not available for DVD audio. Select e to close the screen in from the left and right sides. Select J to fill the screen on the left and right sides.
Select the AUDIO buttons to change current DVD audio track. Some DVD-Video discs only contain Dolby Digital 5.1 (AC-3) or DTS 5.1 audio tracks and may not allow conversions into stereo modes.
Connecting a USB Storage Device or iPod ® (Acadia, Enclave, Traverse, and OUTLOOK) If the vehicle has a USB Port, it can be used to control an iPod ® or a USB storage device. To avoid connection problems, extension cords are not recommended. Use only the cable that came with the device.
Using the Navigation Audio System to Control a USB Storage Device or iPod (Acadia, Enclave, Traverse, and OUTLOOK) If the navigation audio system has a USB storage device or an iPod, it can be controlled by using the radio touch screens and steering wheel controls.
The iPod or USB storage device should not be pulled out from the USB dock. To safely remove it, touch Eject. A warning message will display for a few seconds.
Auxiliary Devices The vehicle may have a Rear Entertainment System (RSE). The RSE has RCA jacks that are color coded as: • White (left) • Red (right) • Yellow (composite video) The RCA jacks let you connect auxiliary devices. The audio can be heard through the speakers or through the wireless or wired headphones.
USB Supported Devices • USB Flash Drives • Portable USB Hard Drives • Fifth generation or later iPod • iPod nano • iPod touch • iPod classic Not all iPod or USB mass storage devices are compatible with the infotainment system. Make sure the iPod has the latest firmware from Apple ® for proper operation.
Z (CD/DVD Eject): Press to eject CDs and DVDs. NAV (Navigation): Press to view the vehicle’s current position on the map screen. • Press NAV multiple times to cycle through Full Map with the tab that displays the current audio source (AM, FM, CD, etc.
A-Z (Alphabet): Select to get letters from the alphabet. This button may toggle to A-Y. 0-9 (Numbers): Select to get numbers and punctuation marks. U (Space): Select to enter a space between characters or the words of a name. Backspace: Select if an incorrect character has been entered.
6. To close the screen, slightly push up on the two outer corners until the screen is in position. Then push the screen in by pushing on the four outer corners until a click is heard. Ejecting the DVD Map Disc The navigation portion of the system cannot be used if the DVD map disc is not loaded.
Handling the DVD Map Disc To properly handle the DVD map disc: • Handle the disc very carefully to avoid contamination or flaws. Signals may not read out properly if the disc gets contaminated or flawed. • Do not use photographic record cleaner, solvents, or other cleaners if the disc gets soiled.
• Press the NAV (Navigation) key to return to the current vehicle location on the map if the vehicle icon disappears from the screen. • Use the scroll feature on the map to set a destination. See “From Map” under Destination on page 46 for more information.
The distance and time to destination symbol indicates the distance and the estimated time remaining to the final destination, depending on the option selected. The straight line to distance symbol indicates the straight-line distance to the destination.
The heading up symbol indicates that the vehicle is traveling up on the map and is known as Heading Up mode. The shaded triangle indicates the North direction. While in Heading Up mode the direction at the top of the screen and the way the vehicle icon is heading indicates the direction the vehicle is traveling.
1. Select one of the POI categories to display or to delete POI icons from the map screen. Once a category has been selected the POI icon displays at the top of the screen. 2. Select up to five categories to display on the map screen. When a category is selected those POI icons display on the map.
Go: Select to make this POI a destination or a stopover. Map: Select to display the map showing the location of the POI. Call: Select Call to dial the phone number for the POI using the OnStar Hands-Free system. The Call button is only available if: • OnStar Hands-Free Calling is activated and calling minutes are available.
3–D Lane Guidance Some major metropolitan areas may include a 3–D lane guidance feature for highway exits and junctions. This feature gives a more detailed representation of the exits and junctions on the route.
Address Entry 2 Address Entry: Enter an address by providing the system with a city name or a street name. Enter the city name first: 1. Press the DEST hard key. 2. Select the 2 Address Entry screen button. 3. Select the state/province screen button, if the current state or province needs to change.
10. Select the route preference (Fastest, Shortest, or Other). The system calculates and highlights the route. 11. Select the Start Guidance screen button. The route can now be started. See “Getting Started on Your Route” later in this section for more information.
To enter a destination by entering a cross street: 1. Press the DEST hard key. 2. Select the 2 Address Entry screen button. 3. Select the state/province screen button, if needed, to change the current state or province. 4. Enter the name or enter the two-letter abbreviation.
Point of Interest (POI) The Point of Interest (POI) destination entry method lets you select a destination from the POI list. POI (Point of Interest): Select this screen button to access the POI (Point of Interest) screen. From this screen you have two options to select/enter a destination: • Enter the name using the alpha keyboard.
• Select this button to view a list of all categories. • Select one of the categories and a list of all locations for the selected category for a particular area displays. • Select the location. 5. Select the Go screen button next to the POI. The map screen displays with the destination marked.
Previous Destination Up to 20 previous destinations are automatically stored here for recall later. They can also be deleted from this screen as well. This option is available while the vehicle is in motion, but you may not scroll through all screen pages.
Route Guidance Not Active If an OnStar destination is downloaded while route guidance is not active, the navigation system displays a pop-up screen and does the following screen functions: • Select Go, the navigation system starts route calculation to the destination(s) received.
Map Destination Screen Functions If the map screen is used to show destination, it has map screen capabilities such as Go, Mark, Zoom, Scroll, etc. The address is shown at the top of the screen.
Route Preview: Select to preview the entire route in either direction. This option is not available when the vehicle is in motion. t (Reverse Skip): Select to go back to the start point or previous stopover. q / r (Reverse Scroll): Select to scroll to the start point or previous stopover.
To add a stopover: 1. Press the DEST hard key. 2. Select the Add or Add Stopover screen button. This button only appears if a route has been calculated. 3. Using the desired method of entering a destination, enter the stopover. See “Destination” previously for more information.
Adding Destinations to the Address Book There are two ways to add a destination to the address book: • To add the current final destination to the address book, select the Mark screen button from the map screen. The system automatically saves the final destination information in the address book.
Configure Menu This sound menu page is also available by pressing the f Tune/Tone knob. This function is also available using the Steering Wheel Controls SRCE key. See “Steering Wheel Controls” in the index of the owner manual” for more information.
Off-Road Mode To turn the Off-Road Mode on or off, do the following: 1. Press the MENU key. 2. Press the Nav screen button. 3. Press the Off-Road Mode screen button. The active button will be highlighted. 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.
4. Select the Name screen button and use the alpha keyboard to edit or add the name. 5. Select the OK screen button to save changes. To add or change the phone number of an address book entry: 1. Press the MENU key, then press the MENU key repeatedly until Nav is selected, or select the Nav screen button.
4. Select the Delete screen button to delete the address book entry. 5. A confirmation pop-up displays. Select OK to delete; select No to cancel the operation. To delete the entire address book: 1. Press the MENU key, then press the MENU key repeatedly until Nav is selected, or select the Nav screen button.
Three types of traff ic information for major roadways are displayed on the navigation system: • Unscheduled traff ic incident data, such as accidents and disabled vehicles • Scheduled traff ic in.
Traff ic Icon The Traff ic Icon appears on the Traff ic Tab, next to the word Traffic, when traff ic is found in the local area. The Traff ic Icon has three different condition displays. These are: Condition Traff ic Status Icon • No XM NavTraff ic™ subscription.
2. Select a traff ic condition to get more detailed information of the event. Traff ic Options Select the Options screen button. A Traff ic Options menu displays. Select the desired traff ic related option. Traff ic: Select to enable or disable the traff ic function.
Alert for Approaching Traff ic Events: W h e nO n ,i fa n approaching traff ic event is within the alert range, one of two traff ic alert pop-up screens display: • With no route planned, while on expressways, Approaching Traff ic Event without Avoid screen displays.
Scrolling to Traff ic Events on the Map While scrolling the map, traff ic condition icons may appear. To receive information about the traff ic condition, place the cross hairs over the traff ic condition icon.
The Traff ic Event screen is used when the traff ic event is not being approached on the expressway or on a route. This screen may display if: • Scrolling to an event on the map and then pressing INFO. • Selecting a traff ic event listed on the Traff ic Event List screen.
If the voice prompts are on, whenever an Alert for Approaching Traff ic or Alert if Better route Available is displayed, the system gives the related voice prompt. The content of the voice prompt depends on actual traff ic event data. The RPT (Repeat) hard key is for navigation traff ic maneuvers only.
Auto (Automatic): Select this screen button so the system can automatically adjust the screen background depending on exterior lighting conditions. Night: Select to make the map background darker.
Global Positioning System (GPS) The navigation system determines the position of the vehicle by using satellite signals, various vehicle signals, and map data.
• The vehicle has just been transferred by a vehicle carrier or a ferry. • The current position calibration is set incorrectly. • The vehicle is traveling at high speed. • The vehicle changes directions more than once, or when the vehicle is turning on a turn table in a parking lot.
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/retailer for assistance. Ordering Map DVDs The map DVD in the vehicle is the most up-to-date information available when the vehicle was produced.
To use radio voice recognition: 1. Push and hold the SRCE (source) button on the steering wheel controls, if equipped, or the AUDIO button on the radio faceplate. A beep will be heard and the audio system mutes. 2. Clearly state one of the commands listed on the following pages.
Storing Voice Tags From the address book entry information page, press the Add Voice tag screen button. The system responds “Name Please?” and you will have four seconds to record a name. The system asks for confirmation of the name before saving it as a voice tag.
CD, DVD, Disc select previous folder: Selects the previous folder on the MP3 or WMA CD. CD help, DVD help, Disc help: Instructs the system to assist with CD and DVD commands. Auxiliary Commands The following auxiliary commands can be accessed by clearly stating the commands exactly as written.
✍ NOTES 76 Infotainment System.
A Adding Destinations to the Address Book ..................... 5 7 Adding or Changing Preset Destinations ........................ 5 7 Alpha-Numeric Keyboard .......... 3 7 AM-FM Radio ......................... 1 5 Auto Reroute ......................
G Getting Started on Y our Route ......................... 5 4 Global Positioning System (GPS) ..................... 7 0 Guidance V olume ................... 1 4 H Handling the DVD Map Disc ..... 4 0 Hard Key Operation ................ 3 6 I Installing the DVD Map Disc .
O OnStar ® Destination Download ........................... 5 2 Ordering M a p D V D s ......................... 7 2 Overview , Infotainment System ................................ 4 P Playing a CD ......................... 2 1 Playing a DVD ........
V V ehicle Positioning .................. 7 0 V oice Recognition ................... 7 2 V oice Recognition Commands ......................... 7 3 X XM NavT raffic™ (USA and Canada) .
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