Vehicles with a Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system have a DVD player, a video display screen, auxiliary inputs, two sets of wireless headphones, and a remote control.

Parental Control

(Parental Control): This button is located behind the video screen, next to the auxiliary jacks. Press this button while using rear seat audio (RSA) to make the video screen go blank and to mute the audio while a DVD or CD is playing. The power indicator lights on the DVD player flash. Turning on the parental control also disables all other button operations from the remote control and the DVD player, except for the eject button. Press this button again to restore operation of the RSA, DVD player, and remote control. This button can also be used to turn the DVD player power on and to automatically resume play of a disc that is in the player while the ignition is on. If no disc is in the player, the system powers up with no display on the LCD screen.

Before You Drive

The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only. The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so.

Normal operation could be limited under extremely low or high temperatures, in order to protect the system from damage. Operate the RSE system under normal or comfortable cabin temperature ranges.

Headphones

Notice: Do not store the headphones in heat or direct sunlight. This could damage the headphones and repairs will not be covered by the warranty. Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries. Keep the headphones stored in a cool, dry place.

Wireless Headphones

The RSE system may include two sets of wireless headphones (batteries may be included with the headphone sets).

The wireless headphones have an ON/OFF switch, a channel select switch, and a volume control. To use the headphones, turn the ON/OFF switch to ON. An indicator light on the headphones come on. If the light does not come on, the batteries might need to be replaced. See "Battery Replacement" later in this section for more information. Switch the headphones to OFF when not in use.

The headphones shut off automatically to save the battery power if the RSE system is off or if the headphones are out of range of the transmitters for more than three minutes. The transmitters are located next to the DVD faceplate. If the person using the headphones moves too far forward or steps out of the vehicle, the headphones lose the audio signal.

DVD and auxiliary audio are always found on channel (CHA or CH1) of the wireless headphones. RSA audio is dedicated to CHB or CH2 of the wireless headphones.

To adjust the volume on the wireless headphones, use the volume control located on the headphones.

If there is a decreased audio signal during CD, MP3, or DVD play, there could be a low hissing noise through the speakers and/or headphones. If the hissing sound in the wireless headphones seems excessive, make sure that the headphone batteries are fully charged. Some amount of hissing is normal.

Both sets of rear seat headphones could include foam ear pads that can be replaced.

These foam ear pads can become worn or damaged if they are not handled or stored properly. They can be replaced separately from the headphone set. See your dealer/retailer for more information.

Battery Replacement

To change the batteries on the headphones, do the following:

1. Turn the screw to loosen the battery door located on the left side of the headphones. Slide the battery door open.
2. Replace the two batteries in the compartment. Make sure that they are installed correctly, using the diagram on the inside of the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery door and tighten the door screw.

If the headphones are to be stored for a long period of time, remove the batteries, and keep them in a cool, dry place.

Wired Headphones

There is a right and left wired headphone jack. To adjust the volume, do the following:

1. Plug the headphone into the corresponding jack, located behind the video screen, next to the auxiliary jacks.
2. Press the headphone volume control button until Wired Headset Volume displays and the Left wired headphone is highlighted for selection. Press the volume control button again to select the Right volume control.

Another way to select either the Left or Right Wired Headset Volume is to press the up or down arrows on the DVD faceplate.

3. Press the right and left arrow buttons on the DVD faceplate to increase or to decrease the volume. Press the headphone volume control button again or wait for a few seconds until the screen disappears.

The wired headphones work as follows:

Stereo RCA Jacks

The RCA jacks are located behind the video screen on the DVD console. The RCA jacks allow audio and video signals to be connected from an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a video game unit to the RSE. The yellow RCA jack is used for video input, the red RCA jack for right audio input, and the white RCA jack for left audio input. The system requires standard RCA cables, not included, to connect the auxiliary device to the RCA jacks. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for proper usage.

To use the auxiliary audio and video inputs, connect an external auxiliary device such as a camcorder to the RCA jacks and turn on both the auxiliary device power and the power on the front of the RSE player.

If a disc is present when the RSE power is turned on, the player automatically begins playing the disc. Press the AUX button on the remote control or the DVD AUX button on the DVD player faceplate to switch the system between the DVD player and the auxiliary device. See "DVD Player" and "Remote Control" later in this section for more information.

Audio Output

Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs can be heard through the following sources:

Vehicle Speakers

Only one audio source can be heard through the vehicle's speakers at a time.

The RSE system or an auxiliary device can be heard through all of the vehicle's speakers when the following occurs:

DVD appears on the radio display when the RSE system is on.

To turn the vehicles speakers on and off, press the CD AUX button on the radio. The audio from the RSE system can be heard through the wireless headphones and the vehicles speakers at the same time. The volume on the radio varies when switching between the radio, CD, DVD, MP3, or an auxiliary device.

Video Screen

The video screen is located in the overhead console.

To use the video screen, do the following:

1. Push the release button located on the overhead console.
2. Move the screen to the desired position.

When the video screen is not in use, push it up into its locked position.

Notice: Avoid directly touching the video screen, as damage may occur. See "Cleaning the Video Screen" later in this section for more information.

DVD Player

The DVD player is located in the overhead console.

The DVD player can be controlled by the buttons on the DVD player and/or by the buttons on the remote control. See "Remote Control" later in this section for more information.

The RSE system DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code for the country that the vehicle was sold. The DVD region code is printed on the jacket of most DVDs.

The player is capable of playing the following media formats: DVD (single and dual player), DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, DVD-ROM with MP3, DVD-ROM with WMA, CD-DA, CD-R/RW, CD-ROM with MP3, CD-ROM with WMA, Enhanced CD, SACD (CD player only). An error message could display if any other type of media is inserted into the DVD player.

If an error message displays on the video screen, see "DVD Messages" later in this section.

DVD Player Buttons

RSE Faceplate with Rear Seat Climate Controls shown, RSE Faceplate without Rear Seat Climate Controls similar

/ (Stop/Eject): Press and release this button to stop playing, rewinding, or fast forwarding. Press this button twice to eject a disc. If the player is already stopped, then only press this button once.

DVD AUX (Disc Auxiliary): Press this button to switch the system between the DVD player and an auxiliary device.

/ (Play/Pause): Press this button to start play of a disc. Press this button while a disc is playing to pause it. Press it again to continue play of a disc.

(Wired Headphone Volume): Press this button to select the correct headphone. Then press the left or right directional arrows to increase or decrease the headphone volume. When a DVD is playing in the DVD player and the RSA system is on, the / and / buttons are the only buttons that will work.

RSA SRC (Rear Seat Audio Source): Press this button to switch between playing the AM, FM1, FM2, XM1™ or XM2™ Satellite Radio Service (if equipped), or the front CD player. If one of the sources are not loaded, the system will skip over the source when this button is pressed.

, , , (Directional Arrows): Press these buttons to move through DVD menus. The up and down arrows move through MP3 folders.

(Fast Reverse): Press this button to fast reverse the DVD and CD. To stop reversing, press the play/pause or stop/eject button. This button might not work while the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews.

(Fast Forward): Press this button to fast forward the DVD and CD. To stop forwarding, press the play/pause or stop/eject button. This button might not work while the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews.

MENU (Disc): Press this button to view the main DVD menu. The menu is different on every disc. Use the up, down, right, and left arrow buttons to move the cursor around the menu. After making a selection, press the enter button.

(Enter/Select): Press this button to select the choice that is highlighted in any menu.

(Display Control Button): For vehicles without rear seat climate control, this button can take the place of the fan/temp button. For vehicles with rear seat climate control, this button is also found on the remote control. Press this button to open the RSE On-Screen Display (OSD) menus to adjust the color, tint, brightness, contrast, and display modes.

Playing a Disc

To play a disc, gently insert the disc, with the label side up, into the loading slot. The DVD player continues loading the disc and the player automatically starts if the vehicle is in ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/RUN, or RAP.

If a disc is already in the player, make sure that the DVD player is on, then press the / button on the player faceplate or on the remote control. Press the DVD AUX button on the player faceplate, or the CD AUX button on the radio faceplate until RSE displays, to start playing a disc.

Some DVDs do not allow fast forwarding or skipping of the copyright information or previews. Some DVDs begins playing after the previews have finished. If the DVD does not begin playing at the main title, refer to the on-screen instructions.

To stop playing a disc, press and release the / button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control.

To resume playback, press the / button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control. The movie should resume play from where it was last stopped if the disc has not been ejected.

If the disc has been ejected, the disc resumes play at the beginning of the disc.

Ejecting a Disc

Press the / button on the DVD player faceplate, when the disc is stopped, to eject the disc. There is no eject button on the remote control.

If a disc is ejected from the player, but not removed, the DVD player reloads the disc after a short period of time.

Remote Control

The RSE system includes a remote control (batteries may be included with the remote control). To use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter window next to the RSE faceplate and press the desired button. Direct sunlight or very bright light can affect the ability of the transmitter to receive signals from the remote control. If the remote control does not seem to be working, the batteries may need to be replaced. See "Battery Replacement" later in this section. Objects blocking the line of sight will affect the function of the remote control.

Notice: Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight can damage it, and the repairs will not be covered by the warranty. Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries. Keep the remote control stored in a cool, dry place.

Remote Control Buttons

(Power): Press this button to turn the DVD player on and off.

(Illumination): Press this button to turn the remote control backlight on. The backlight automatically times out after seven to ten seconds if no other button is pressed while the backlight is on.

(Title): Press this button to display the current title number. Each press of this button moves the disc to the next available title.

, , , (Menu Navigation Arrows): Press the navigation arrows to move through DVD menus. The up and down arrows move through MP3 folders.

(Enter): Press this button to select the choice that is highlighted in any menu.

(Display Control Button): Press this button to open the RSE On-Screen Display (OSD) menus to adjust the color, tint, brightness, contrast, and display modes.

(Main Menu): Press this button to view the main DVD menu. The menu is different on every disc. Use the navigation arrows to move the cursor around the menu. After making a selection, press the enter button.

(Return): Press this button to go back one step in the RSE On-Screen Display (OSD) menu and some DVD menus. Press this button to exit the current menu and to move to the previous menu.

(Stop): Press this button to stop playing, rewinding, or fast forwarding a disc.

(Play/Pause): Press this button to start play of a disc. Press this button while a disc is playing to pause it. Press it again to continue playing the disc.

(Previous Chapter/Track): Press this button to go to the beginning of the current chapter or track. Press this button again to return to the previous chapter or track. This button might not work while the DVD is playing the copyright information or previews.

(Next Chapter/Track): Press this button to go to the beginning of the next chapter or track. This button might not work while the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews.

(Fast Reverse): Press this button to fast reverse the DVD and CD. To stop reversing, press the play/pause or stop/eject button. This button might not work while the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews.

(Fast Forward): Press this button to fast forward the DVD and CD. To stop fast forwarding, press the play/pause or stop/eject button. This button might not work while the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews.

(Sound): Press this button to display the current audio track. Each press moves the DVD to the next language or commentary. The format and content of this function vary for each disc.

(Subtitles): Press this button to display the current subtitles. Each press of this button moves the DVD to the next available subtitle option (English, Spanish, French, etc., if available). The format and content of this function vary for each disc.

AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to switch the system between the DVD player and an auxiliary source.

(Camera): Press this button to display the current camera angle on DVDs that have this feature. Each press moves the DVD to the next available camera angle. The format and content of this function vary for each disc.

0 through 9 (Numeric Keypad): The numeric keypad provides the capability of direct chapter or track number selection.

(Clear): Press this button within two seconds after entering a numeric selection, to clear all numeric inputs.

10 (Multiple Digit Entries): Press this button to select chapter or track numbers greater than 9. Press this button before entering the number.

RSE On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu

To use the RSE OSD menu when using a DVD or an auxiliary device, do the following:

To access this menu, press the button on the remote control or on the DVD faceplate, if the vehicle does not have rear seat climate control. Once the menu is on the screen, use the , , , navigation arrows and the button to navigate the screen. This menu lets you select default preferences for video format, language preference, brightness, color, contrast, and tint. Not all DVDs support all the feature defaults in the setup menus. If a feature is not supported, the defaults are provided by the DVD media. To exit this menu, press the button, or the button on the remote control, or faceplate if there is no rear seat climate control, or wait for the menu to time out.

The default language selection applies to all future DVDs.

To use the RSE OSD menu when using a CD or an MP3, do the following:

Make sure that a CD or an MP3 is loaded in the RSE system and that the system is not in auxiliary, then press the button on the remote control, or faceplate if there is no rear seat climate control. Once the menu is on the screen, use the , , , navigation arrows and the button to navigate the screen. This menu lets you select default preferences for language and playback settings. To exit this menu, press the button, or the button on the remote control, or faceplate if there is no rear seat climate control, or wait for the menu to time out.

Battery Replacement

To change the remote control batteries, do the following:

1. Slide the rear cover back on the remote control.
2. Replace the two batteries in the compartment. Make sure that they are installed correctly, using the diagram on the inside of the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.

If the remote control is to be stored for a long period of time, remove the batteries and keep them in a cool, dry place.

Tips and Troubleshooting Chart

Problem	Recommended Action
No power.	The ignition might not be in ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/RUN, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP).
Disc will not play.	The system might be off. The parental control button might have been pressed. The power indicator lights flash. The system might be in auxiliary source mode. Press the DVD AUX button on the player faceplate or the AUX button on the remote to switch between the DVD player and the auxiliary sources. The disc is upside down or is not compatible.
No sound -- Wireless Headphones	Turn the headphones on. Make sure the correct channel is selected on the wireless headphones. Check the batteries. The volume on the headphones could be too low, adjust the volume.
No sound -- Wired Headphones	Make sure the wired headphones are plugged in. Adjust the volume. If RSA is on, DVD audio is not heard.
No sound -- Vehicle Speakers	If the DVD system is being heard through the vehicle speakers, adjust the volume on the radio. Press the CD AUX button on the radio to make sure that RSE is enabled. The rear speakers mute when RSA is on.
The picture is distorted during fast forward or reverse.	This is normal for this operation.
The picture does not fill the screen. There are black borders on the top and bottom or on both sides or it looks stretched out.	Video mode might not be correctly set. See "RSE OSD" earlier in this section.
I ejected the disc and tried to take it out, but it was pulled back into the slot.	Press the eject button once.
The language in the audio or on the screen is wrong.	Press the main menu button on the remote control and change the audio or language selection on the DVD menu. To change the language preference, press the display button to access the RSE OSD menu. See "RSE OSD" earlier in this section.
The remote control does not work.	Point the remote control directly at the face of the DVD unit. The batteries could be weak or put in wrong. The parental control button might have been pressed, the power indicator lights flash.
How do I get subtitles on or off?	Press the subtitle button on the remote control to select subtitle option or go to the DVDs main menu and follow the screen prompts.
The auxiliary source is running but there is no picture or sound.	Press and release the AUX button on the remote control or the DVD AUX button on the player faceplate to get to auxiliary input. Check to make sure that the auxiliary source is connected to the inputs properly.
The audio or video skips or jumps.	The DVD could be dirty or scratched. Try cleaning the disc.
The fast forward, fast reverse, previous, and next functions do not work.	Some commands that do one thing for DVDs do not always work or perform the same function for audio, audio discs, or games. These functions could also be disabled when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews. When RSA is on, these buttons could control RSA functions.
I lost the remote control and/or the headphones.	Contact your dealer/retailer for assistance.
Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or buzzes for a moment, then it comes back.	This could be caused by interference from cell towers or by using the cellular telephone or other radio transmitter devices in the vehicle.
DVD System inoperable.	In severe or extreme temperatures the DVD system might not be operable. Temperatures below -4°F (-20°C) or above 140°F (60°C) could damage the DVD system. Operate the DVD system under normal or comfortable cabin temperature ranges. See your dealer/retailer if the problem persists.
The wireless headphones have audio distortion.	Verify that the headphones are facing to the front of the vehicle, left and right sides are indicated on the headphones to ensure that the signal is received properly. Verify that there is no obstruction between the headphone(s) and the transmitter. Verify that the batteries have a full charge.
In auxiliary mode, the picture moves or scrolls.	Check the signal coming from the auxiliary device and make sure that the connection and the signal is good.

DVD Display Error Messages

The following errors could display on the video screen.

Disc Format Error: This message displays if a disc is inserted upside down, if the disc is not readable, or if the disc format is not compatible.

Disc Play Error: This message displays if the mechanism cannot play the disc. Scratched or damaged discs will cause this error.

Region Code Error: This message displays if the region code of the DVD is not compatible with the region code of the DVD player.

Load/Eject Error: This message displays if the disc is not properly loaded or ejected.

No Disc: This message displays when you try to play or eject a disc that is not in the player.

X: An X displays, in the upper left corner of the video screen, if the operation that has been selected is not currently available.

DVD Distortion

Video distortion can occur when operating cellular phones, scanners, CB radios, Global Position Systems (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies.

It might be necessary to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle.

*Excludes the OnStar® System.

Cleaning the DVD Player

When cleaning the outside DVD faceplate and buttons, use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water.

Cleaning the Video Screen

When cleaning the video screen, use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water. Use care when directly touching or cleaning the screen, as damage may result.