GMC Terrain: Radio

AM-FM Radio

Playing the Radio

For vehicles equipped with the MyLink or IntelliLink infotainment system, see the separate MyLink/ IntelliLink Features and Functions Guide for more information.

Audio Source

VOL/ (Power/Volume):

1. Press to turn the radio on or off.

2. Turn to increase or decrease the volume of the active source (i.e., current audio source, active navigation voice guidance, or traffic prompts).

The steering wheel controls can also be used to adjust the volume. See “Steering Wheel Controls” in the vehicle owner manual for more information.

To access the radio main page, press the SOURCE button on the faceplate, the Now Playing screen button, or one of the audio screen buttons on the Home Page.

While on the audio main page, press the Source button repeatedly to display and cycle through the available sources (AM, FM, and XM (if equipped), CD, USB/iPod, and AUX).

Infotainment System Menus

Tone Settings

To access the tone settings, press the Home Page Tone button or the TONE button on the faceplate. Use the tone settings to adjust the following features:

○ Setting the tone
○ Adjusting the speakers

Setting the Tone

To adjust the tone:

○ Treble: Press + or − to change the level.
○ Middle (Midrange): Press + or − to change the level.
○ Bass: Press + or − to change the level.

Adjusting the Speakers

To adjust the speaker balance:

○ Press the left arrow on the bottom for more sound from the left speakers or the right arrow on the bottom for more sound from the right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the left and right speakers.

To adjust the speaker fade:

○ Press the upper arrow for more sound from the front speakers and the lower arrow for more sound from the rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the front and rear speakers.

EQ Settings

The EQ settings are selected through the tone menu. Press the left or right arrows to cycle through the EQ options. The available choices are Pop, Rock, Jazz, Classical, and Talk.

Finding a Station

To select the band, see “Audio Source” earlier in this section.

Turn the MENU/SEL knob to find a radio station. To select a preset station, touch the FAV button and choose a preset station.

Seeking a Station

Press or to search for a station.

AM

1. Press the AM screen button on the Home Page or select AM from the source pop-up to display the AM main page.

2. From the AM screen, press the Menu screen button to display the AM stations.

3. Press to select the desired option. To update the station list, touch Refresh.

FM

1. Press the FM screen button on the Home Page or select FM from the source pop-up to display the FM main page.

2. From the FM screen, press the Menu screen button to display the FM stations.

3. Press to select the desired option. To update the station list, touch Refresh.

XM (If Equipped)

1. Press the XM screen button on the Home Page or select XM from the source pop-up to display the XM main page.

2. From the XM screen, press the Menu screen button to display the XM categories.

3. Touch a desired category and then turn the TUNE/MENU knob to scroll the station list.

Changing the Sources

To change audio sources from any of the audio main pages (AM, FM, XM, CD, USB/iPod, or AUX), press the SOURCE button on the faceplate or the Source screen button to display a pop-up of available audio sources. Touch-tap or press the SOURCE button on the faceplate repeatedly to change the desired source.

Storing Radio Station Presets

There are a few ways to store presets.

Up to 36 preset stations can be stored. AM, FM, and XM, if equipped, can be mixed.

1. From the AM, FM, or XM main page, press and hold one of the preset screen buttons located at the bottom of the screen. After a few seconds, a beep will be heard and the new preset information will display on that screen button.

2. Touch and hold a preset button to store the currently active station. After a few seconds, a beep will be heard and the new preset information will display on a small pop-up display at the bottom of the screen.

3. Repeat the steps for each preset.

To change the number of preset pages, see “Mixed-Band Presets” following for more information.

Recalling a Preset Station

To recall a preset station from a FAV page, do the following:

○ Press the FAV button on the faceplate to display the FAV pop-up. Select the desired preset from the pop-up.

○ Press the FAV screen button at the top bar to display the preset pop-up that appears at the bottom of the page. Press one of the preset screen buttons to go to the selected preset station.

○ In the AM, FM, or XM (if equipped) main page, press one of the preset screen buttons to go to the selected preset station.

Mixed-Band Presets

Each page can store six preset stations. The presets within a page can be from different radio bands. To scroll through the pages, press the FAV button located on the faceplate or the FAV screen button on the top bar. The current page number displays above the preset buttons. The stored stations for each FAV page display on the preset buttons at the bottom of the screen. The number of FAV pages displayed can be changed in the Radio Settings in the Configuration Menu.

Satellite Radio

For vehicles equipped with the MyLink or IntelliLink infotainment system, see the separate MyLink/ IntelliLink Features and Functions Guide for more information.

Vehicles with an XM™ Satellite Radio tuner and a valid XM Satellite Radio subscription can receive XM programming.

XM Satellite Radio Service

XM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. If XM service needs to be reactivated, the radio will display “No Subscription Please Renew on channel XM1.” A service fee is required to receive the XM service. For more information, 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.

XM Categories

XM stations are organized in categories.

To customize which XM categories are used and displayed in the system, see “Adding or Removing XM Categories” following.

Adding or Removing Categories

1. From the Home Page press the Config screen button or the CONFIG button on the faceplate.
2. Select Radio Settings from the Config Menu list.
3. Select Add/Remove XM Categories.
4. From the Add/Remove XM Categories screen, select or deselect any category to be used in XM mode. A checkmark will indicate that the category is selected.

Turning XM Album Art On or Off

1. From the Home Page press the Config screen button or the CONFIG button on the faceplate.
2. Select Radio Settings from the Config Menu list.
3. Select XM Album Art to turn on or off.

XM Messages

XL (Explicit Language Channels): These channels, or any others, can be blocked by 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, no action is required. This process should take no longer than 30 seconds.

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 Unavailable: This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. Tune to another station.

No Artist Info: The system is working properly. No artist information is available at this time on this channel.

No Title Info: The system is working properly. No song title information is available at this time on this channel.

No CAT Info: The system is working properly. No category information is available at this time on this channel.

No Information: The system is working properly. No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel.

No Subscription Please Renew: The XM subscription needs to be reactivated. Contact XM at www.xmradio.com or 1-800-929-2100 in the U.S., and www.xmradio.ca or 1-877-438-9677 in Canada.

No XM Signal: The system is working properly. The vehicle may be in a location where the XM signal is being blocked. When the vehicle is moved into an open area, the signal should return.

CAT Not Found: The system is working properly. There are no channels available for the selected category.

XM Radio ID: If tuned to channel 0, this message alternates with the XM Radio eight&-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.

Check Antenna: 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.

Radio Reception

Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory power outlet.

FM

FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the radio has a built-in electronic circuit that automatically works to reduce interference, some static can occur, especially around tall buildings or hills, causing the sound to fade in and out.

AM

The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other. Static can occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception. When this happens, try reducing the treble on the radio.

XM™ Satellite Radio Service

XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada. Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. In addition, traveling or standing under heavy foliage, bridges, garages, or tunnels may cause loss of the XM signal for a period of time.

Cellular Phone Usage

Cellular phone usage can cause interference with the vehicle's radio.

Multi-Band Antenna

The multi-band antenna is on the roof of the vehicle. The antenna is used for the AM&-FM radio, OnStar, the XM Satellite Radio Service System, and GPS (Global Positioning System), if the vehicle has these features. Keep the antenna clear of obstructions for clear reception.