Setting preset ptys (rds only), Rds messages, Radio messages – GM Chevrolet Avalanche User Manual

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Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only)

These buttons have factory PTY presets. Up to 12 PTYs
(six FM1 and six FM2), can be programmed on the
six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the
following steps:

1. Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2.

2. Press the TYPE button to activate program type

select mode. TYPE and the last selected PTY will
appear on the display.

3. Turn the TYPE knob or press and release the

TYPE button to select a PTY.

4. Press and hold one of the six numbered

pushbuttons until you hear a beep. Whenever that
numbered pushbutton is pressed, the PTY that
was set will return.

5. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.

RDS Messages

INFO (Information): If the current station has a
message, the information symbol will appear on the
display. Press this button to see the message. The
message may display the artist, song title, call in phone
numbers, etc.

If the entire message is not displayed, parts of the
message will appear every three seconds. To scroll
through the message, press and release the INFO
button. A new group of words will appear on the display
after every press of the button. Once the complete
message has been displayed, the information symbol
will disappear from the display until another new
message is received. The last message can be
displayed by pressing the INFO button. You can view
the last message until a new message is received
or a different station is tuned to.

Radio Messages

CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has
been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If
CAL ERR appears on the display, it means that the radio
has not been configured properly for the vehicle and
must be returned to your GM dealer for service.

LOCKED: This message is displayed when the
THEFTLOCK

®

system has locked up. Take the vehicle

to your GM dealer for service.

If any error occurs repeatedly, or if an error cannot be
corrected, contact your GM dealer.

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