Frequent ask questions & troubleshooting
1.
My vehicle has XM Tuner module but subscription has expired. Will the
CTS-HF work without subscription?
YES.
In addition, an AUX input is provided by which users can connect and
play auxiliary audio devices (Mp3 Players, iPod, DVD, iPad etc.
Auxiliary
input is 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 Radio “ON”. Press “BAND” button repeatedly to cycle through
AM/FM/CD/XM1/XM2. If only AM/FM is displayed, vehicle does not have the
XM Tuner Module and not compatible.
3.
Does the CTS-HF work on all radios?
Works CTS Navigation and non-Navigation radios and non-Navigation SRX.
Does not work on SRX Navigation radios.
4.
Can I control my Smartphone music from the radio buttons?
NO;
you
must continue to use Phone built-in controls or the Bluetooth
control button and/or voice commands to operate the device.
Factory
radio volume button is used to set playback level.
5.
Does the radio screen display phone number and song name?
NO
. Smartphone screen must be used to display song and number details.
6.
How to I listed to XM?
Press BAND or XM button on radio to enter XM mode (if not already) then
press control
button 4 times. These steps also apply to play Auxiliary
device (non-subscribers only)
7.
Where is the best place to install the control button/mic?
We found that having the control button/mic mounted higher on the dash
worked best, but users can experiment with different location and decide
which works best for them.
8.
Will the radio mute when I receive or make a phone call?
This system will not mute audio playback unless radio is in Bluetooth mode.
If listening to AM/FM, the radio will not mute. In addition, radio must be
switched
to “
XM
” (
Bluetooth Mode) so caller can be heard on car speakers.
9.
My second phone does not pair or find the Bluetooth module?
In order to pair another phone make sure no other phones are connected.
Once Bluetooth is turned off, the device will be free and ready for pairing.
10.
Will I be able to use the USB port to connect and play music from flash
drives?
NO.
The USB port is for charging only (1.8A). Devices requiring more
charging current will not charge from this module.
Disclaimer
• This product has no affiliation with GM
• We’re not liable for misuse of this product.
•We recommend professional installation
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