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Operation: 

 

Test Operation: 

1.

 

Turn ignition and radio “ON”

 

2.

 

Press radio 

BAND

 

or “

XM ½”

 soft button to enter Bluetooth mode  

3.

 

Launch streaming application (e.g., Pandora, Apple music etc.) 

4.

 

Use device built-in control or media button to change tracks, adjust 
device volume, pause/play etc.  

5.

 

Place test call or ask someone to call. Press media button 

Pause/Play

” button to accept/end call.

 

Use media button Pause/Play to switch between AUX/XM 
playback and Bluetooth. 

6.

 

If correct operation is confirmed go ahead and reinstall radio. 

Notes: 

1.

 

If playback is distorted or low, adjust volume level on Smartphone.

 

2.

 

On incoming calls, ring tone also plays on car speakers 

3.

 

Bluetooth range is approximately 30 ft. ensure device is within range 

4.

 

Music streaming has priority.  

5.

 

*Media button does not control XM/AUX device or radio functions. Use aux 
device built-in controls and radio buttons as customary. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Frequent ask questions & troubleshooting: 

 

1.

 

My XM subscription has expired. Will the A2DIY-CTSx work without 
subscription? 
YES.

  

If subscription has expired (no plans to renew in the future), an AUX 

input jack is provided through which users can connect and play portable 
audio devices (Mp3 Players, iPod, DVD, iPad etc.)

  

Aux input not available 

to XM subscribers. 

2.

 

I’m not the original owner and don’t know if vehicle has XM Tuner. How 

can I find out without ripping it apart? 

Turn r

adio “ON”. Press “BAND” button 

repeatedly to cycle through 

AM/FM/CD/XM1/2. If only AM/FM is displayed, vehicle does not have 
required XM Tuner module and is NOT compatible. On Navigation radios if XM 
button is grayed-out, vehicle does not have XM tuner module.

 

3.

 

Does the A2DIY-CTSx work on all radios? 

Works on first generation CTS Navigation and non-Navigation radios. Also 
works on SRX non-Navigation only.

 (not applicable to SRX Navigation 

radios). 

4.

 

Can I control Smartphone music from radio buttons? 
NO;

 

you 

must continue to use device built-in touch controls or included 

media button (remote).

 Factory radio volume button is used to set 

playback level and tone control. 

5.

 

Does phone number, song name etc. shown on radio display/screen?

 

NO

. Smartphone or audio device screen must be used to display song and 

number details.  

6.

 

My XM subscription is active, but how do I listen?

 

 Press BAND or XM1/2 button on radio to enter XM Mode (if not already) XM 
should automatically play, otherwise press media button 

pause/play

 

7.

 

Will radio mute when I receive or make a phone call? 

This system will mute only if radio is in Bluetooth (XM) mode. If in 
AM/FM/CD mode, no mute function. In addition, user 

must switch to “

XM

” 

(Bluetooth Mode) so callers voice can be heard on car speakers.

 

8.

 

My second phone does not pair or find Bluetooth module? 

In order to pair other devices ensure no other is connected this will then 
allow another device to pair. 

Summary of Contents for A2DIY-CTSx

Page 1: ...Courtesy of DiscountCarStereo com Serving the internet community since 1995 A2DIY CTSx QUICKSTARTINSTALLATIONGUIDEFORSELECT2003 07CADILLACCTS SRX WITHXMTUNERMODULE ...

Page 2: ...ain XM playback if subscribed The included smart remote pairs with smartphone to allow users control of music volume play pause and more In addition this kit includes a visor mount microphone with the latest noise cancellation features Optional USB Fast charge kit to keep current hungry devices charged while on the road Thanks to the A2DIY CTSx you keep radio XM subscription while enjoying Bluetoo...

Page 3: ...2 gray plug however radio may not provide enough current to power both the module and Bose amplifier and as a result the module will work intermittently In this instance module must be powered elsewhere To power module from an alternate accessory source Disconnect terminal 1 and 2 Connect 2 to terminal 3 on 5ft red wire 1 is left unused Route and connect red wire to 12V accessory supply in vehicle...

Page 4: ... 8 and route other end to front of the dash where aux device will reside within 3ft Fig 7 audio cable Fig 8 Module inputs 9 Install microphone to visor or headliner using included visor clip See Fig 9a Fig 9 Microphone Fig 9a Visor clip 10 Carefully route microphones plug down side pillar and behind the dash and connect to module MIC input See Fig 8 Excursive caution when routing microphone so to ...

Page 5: ...ush to dash panel requires drilling a hole B Flush with Support bracket Mount USB terminal wherever your installation demands without drilling C USB port freestanding default A Flush to Dash or Panel drilling required 1 Drill a hole in the dash or panel using a step drill bit or equivalent See Fig 10 Fig 10 Step drill bit 2 Insert supplied USB male terminal See Fig 11 through hole created in step ...

Page 6: ... 17 Connect BLACK wire to ground radio chassis radio ground wire etc and RED or YELLOW to accessory or battery supply Your choice Tuck away any extra wires and verify BLUE LED is lit Media remote control Pairing media button Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your device e g Smartphone Tablet etc Press and hold pause play button See Fig 18 until Blue LED begins flashing Scan smartphone for available d...

Page 7: ...done upon initial install and will not have to be repeated 1 Turn ignition and radio ON LED inside module peephole will flash rapidly pairing mode 2 On A2DP device go to Bluetooth Settings 3 Select Bluetooth to enable 4 Tap Scan for devices 5 Wait for Bluetooth device name See Fig 19 to appear and tap it Once paired confirmation tone is heard on car speakers Fig 19 Noteworthy On Android devices it...

Page 8: ...vehicle has XM Tuner How can I find out without ripping it apart Turn radio ON Press BAND button repeatedly to cycle through AM FM CD XM1 2 If only AM FM is displayed vehicle does not have required XM Tuner module and is NOT compatible On Navigation radios if XM button is grayed out vehicle does not have XM tuner module 3 Does the A2DIY CTSx work on all radios Works on first generation CTS Navigat...

Page 9: ... have XM tuner Will I still be able to add Bluetooth NO Unfortunately module for this application has been discontinued Disclaimer This product has no affiliation with Cadillac We re not liable for misuse of this product We recommend professional installation For help email support discountcarstereo com 1995 October 25 2021 Discount Car Stereo Inc All rights reserved Information in this document i...

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