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Buick 2016 Encore IntelliLink User Manual

Buick 2016 Encore IntelliLink
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Buick 2016 Encore IntelliLink Specifications

General IconGeneral
BluetoothYes
Apple CarPlayNo
Android AutoNo
NavigationOptional
TouchscreenYes
Voice ControlYes
SiriusXMYes
Display Size7 inches

Summary

Introduction

Infotainment System

Description of the infotainment system.

Overview

General overview of infotainment features.

Safety Warnings

Important safety precautions for using the system.

Customer Assistance

Contact information for help and support.

Infotainment System Overview

In-depth look at system features.

Radio

Radio Controls (Without Navigation)

Description of physical buttons for radio operation.

Radio Controls (With Navigation)

Description of physical buttons for radio with navigation.

Autostore Feature

How to automatically store radio stations.

Display Screen Controls

Description of interactive buttons on the display.

Steering Wheel Controls

How to use buttons on the steering wheel.

Using the Infotainment System

General operation using knobs and buttons.

Home Page Navigation

How to navigate and customize the main screen.

Customizing the Home Page

Adding, moving, and restoring screen buttons.

Home Page Features

Accessing features from the home screen.

Accessing System Functions

Overview of key screen buttons and their functions.

Media Source Selection

How to select different audio sources like XM, CD, USB.

Additional System Features

Accessing AUX, Fuel, Movies, Messages, and Apps.

Display Care and Maintenance

How to clean high gloss surfaces and displays.

System Information and Updates

Caution about suction cups and software update info.

Playing the Radio

How to turn the radio on/off and adjust volume.

Radio Operation and Audio Source

System behavior and selecting audio sources.

Tone Settings

Adjusting bass, treble, balance, and fade.

Finding a Station

How to locate radio stations.

AM Radio Operation

How to tune and select AM stations.

FM Radio Operation

How to tune and select FM stations.

XM Radio Operation (If Equipped)

How to tune and select XM stations.

Storing Radio Station Presets

How to save favorite stations.

Recalling Preset Stations

How to access saved stations.

Radio Data System (RDS)

Features related to RDS broadcasts.

SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service

Overview of SiriusXM subscription service.

SiriusXM Categories

Organizing and customizing XM channels.

SiriusXM Channel Graphics

Enabling/disabling channel graphics.

SiriusXM NavTraffic®

Real-time traffic information service.

SiriusXM Travel Link Features

Services like weather and fuel prices.

Fuel Pricing Information

How to view fuel prices and sort them.

Movie Listings Information

How to view movie showtimes and details.

National and Local Weather

Accessing weather forecasts.

Weather Forecast Options

Details on 5-day, route, and location weather.

Radio Reception Issues

Causes and solutions for static and interference.

Quick Info Access

Accessing audio, OnStar, weather, fuel, and movie info.

Pandora Internet Radio

How to use the Pandora app.

Using Pandora with Mobile Devices

Connecting and launching Pandora on various phones.

Pandora Menus and Features

Thumbs up/down, bookmarking, and station lists.

Pandora Skip Limit Policy

Understanding limitations on skipping tracks.

Pandora Troubleshooting

Issues with connecting or launching Pandora.

Stitcher Internet Radio

How to use the Stitcher app.

Using Stitcher with Mobile Devices

Connecting and launching Stitcher on phones.

Stitcher Menus and Features

Thumbs up/down, bookmarking, and station lists.

Stitcher Troubleshooting

Issues with connecting or launching Stitcher.

Loss of Stitcher Audio

Reasons for audio loss in Stitcher.

Viewing Pictures

How to display photos from USB.

Picture Viewer Options

Controls for viewing images.

Audio Players

CD Player Capabilities

Types of discs supported by the CD player.

Loading and Ejecting CDs

How to insert and remove discs.

Playing an Audio CD

Steps to play a CD.

CD and MP3 Playback Controls

Using radio controls for disc playback.

CD and MP3 Menu Options

Shuffle, track lists, artists, albums, folders.

MP3 Disc Navigation

Browsing songs, genres, and playlists.

Disc Error Messages

Common reasons for disc errors.

Playing Music from a USB Drive

Connecting and playing USB devices.

USB Media Format Support

Supported file types for USB.

Gracenote Music Management

How Gracenote organizes music.

Voice Recognition for Music Search

Using voice to find music.

USB MP3 Player and Drives

Requirements for USB devices.

USB Device Restrictions

Limitations on folder depth and file count.

Navigating USB Music Library

Using the USB menu for playback.

iPod Compatibility

Supported iPod and iPhone models.

Playing Music from an iPod

Connecting and playing iPods.

iPod Menu Options

Shuffle, playlists, artists, albums.

iPod Music Library Navigation

Browsing iPod content by genre, song, podcast.

Bluetooth Audio and Voice Recognition

Using voice commands with Bluetooth audio.

Auxiliary Audio Devices

Connecting external devices via aux jack.

Bluetooth Audio Playback

Playing music via Bluetooth.

Bluetooth Audio Controls

Using system controls for Bluetooth music.

Bluetooth Audio Playback Behavior

How audio plays via Bluetooth.

OnStar System

OnStar® with 4G LTE

Features and connectivity of OnStar 4G LTE.

Navigation

Using the Navigation System

Accessing and basic use of the navigation map.

Destination Entry and Route Menu

Options for entering destinations and managing routes.

Heading Indicator Settings

Options for map orientation (North Up, Heading Up, 3D).

Map Display Modes

Full and split screen map views.

Map Settings and Display Themes

Changing map display and speed limits.

Traffic Information Features

Enabling traffic data and events.

Points of Interest (POI) Display

Customizing POI icons on the map.

Nearby and Along-Route POIs

Searching for points of interest.

Route Information Display

Customizing arrival time and waypoints.

Map Adjustments and Scrolling

Adjusting map scale and scrolling.

Map Scale Adjustment

Zooming in/out and changing units.

Map Scrolling Features

How to navigate the map view.

Navigation Maps and Symbols

Database details and map icons.

Detailed Map Areas and Attributes

Information about map data content.

Understanding Navigation Symbols

Explaining common map icons.

Map View Indicator Symbols

Explaining North Up, Heading Up, 3D views.

Driving on a Route Alerts

Alerts for maneuvers and speed limits.

Destination Entry Methods

How to enter destinations (Address, POI, etc.).

Alpha-Numeric Keyboard Usage

Using the on-screen keyboard for input.

Address Entry Process

Step-by-step entry for addresses.

Entering Addresses in Other Countries

How to change country for destination entry.

Entering Street Name First

Alternative method for address entry.

Points of Interest (POI) Search

How to find destinations via POI.

Searching POIs by Category

Selecting POIs based on category.

Searching POIs by Name

Finding POIs by typing their name.

Searching POIs by Telephone Number

Finding POIs using their phone number.

Address Book Management

Saving and customizing address book entries.

Phone Book Integration

Using contacts from a paired phone.

Destination by Coordinates

Entering destinations using latitude/longitude.

Favorite Routes Management

Adding, selecting, and deleting favorite routes.

Setting My Home Destination

Saving a home address for quick routing.

Selecting Destination from Map

Choosing a destination by tapping on the map.

Travel Guide POI Search

Using the Travel Guide for POI searches.

POI Search Results and Details

Viewing information after selecting a POI.

Destination Confirmation Options

Actions after finding a destination (Start Guidance, Save, Call).

Destination Menu with Active Route

Managing route options when guidance is active.

Canceling Route Guidance

How to stop the current route.

Destination List and Waypoint Management

Organizing destinations and waypoints.

Turn List and Avoidance Options

Viewing route turns and avoiding road segments.

Voice Prompts and Detour Options

Managing voice alerts and detours.

Waypoint Management

Adding, deleting, sorting, and saving waypoints.

OnStar® Destination Download

Receiving destinations from OnStar.

OnStar Destination Download Process

How the system handles downloaded destinations.

Configure Menu Access

How to access system settings.

Configuration Settings Menu

Overview of system configuration options.

Language Settings

Changing the display language.

Time and Date Settings

Adjusting clock and date.

Radio Settings

Adjusting radio features and XM categories.

Navigation Settings

Customizing navigation behavior.

Voice Prompt Settings

Adjusting voice alerts and volume.

Traffic Settings Menu

Options for traffic alerts and display.

Traffic Event Management

Enabling/disabling traffic, route-based conditions, and sort methods.

Displaying Traffic Events on Map

Customizing traffic icon display.

Traffic Flow Status Indicators

Understanding traffic color coding.

Understanding Traffic Condition Icons

Meanings of red, yellow, and green traffic indicators.

Route Options Preferences

Selecting route criteria (fastest, shortest, eco, highways, tolls).

Route Avoidance Options

Avoiding ferries, tunnels, time-restricted roads, car trains.

Automatic Recalculation and Alerts

System behavior for rerouting and traffic events.

Managing Saved Destinations

Deleting stored destinations.

Guidance Alert Settings

Display options for navigation alerts.

Display Settings

Customizing screen appearance.

Home Page Customization

Selecting the first page layout.

Rear Camera Options

Adjusting the rear camera display.

Display Off Function

Turning the screen off temporarily.

Map Display Settings

Changing map background themes.

Vehicle Positioning and GPS

How the system determines location.

GPS Signal Issues

Factors affecting GPS accuracy.

Route Guidance Problems

Common issues with route calculation and display.

Troubleshooting Route Guidance

Specific issues with route calculation and rerouting.

Recalibrating Vehicle Position

Steps to correct map position.

Navigation System Service and Updates

When to seek service and how to update maps.

Voice Recognition

Using Voice Recognition

How to activate and use the voice system.

Canceling Voice Recognition

Methods to stop voice commands.

Speaking Command Tips

Advice for effective voice commands.

Adjusting Voice Command Volume

Changing volume for voice prompts.

Voice Command Best Practices

Tips for accurate address entry.

Voice Recognition Help Commands

Commands for system assistance.

Voice Commands for Radio

Commands for tuning stations and Pandora/Stitcher.

Voice Commands for Phone

Commands for calling and pairing devices.

Voice Commands for Media

Commands for playing music from various sources.

Voice Commands for Media Library

Searching music by genre, artist, album, etc.

Voice Commands for Navigation

Commands for destinations and routes.

Voice Navigation Commands

Commands for country, address, POI, waypoints.

Setting Voice Command Country

Changing country for voice commands.

OnStar Voice Commands

Commands for OnStar features.

Bluetooth Phone/Devices

Bluetooth Overview

Capabilities of Bluetooth connectivity.

Bluetooth Controls

Using infotainment and steering wheel controls.

Voice Recognition with Bluetooth

Using voice commands with Bluetooth audio.

Bluetooth Audio Playback Details

Further details on Bluetooth audio.

Pairing Phone with Infotainment

Steps to pair a phone for use.

Phone Pairing Process

Detailed steps for pairing a device.

Phone Pairing Instructions

Completing the pairing process.

Listing Paired Phones/Devices

Viewing connected devices.

Deleting Paired Phones/Devices

Removing devices from the system.

Connecting to a New Phone

Switching to a different paired device.

Pairing via Voice Recognition

Steps to pair a phone using voice commands.

Phone Pairing Steps

Completing the phone pairing process.

Making Calls Using Phone Book

Placing calls from contacts.

Accepting or Declining Calls

Managing incoming calls.

Call Waiting Features

Handling multiple calls.

Conference Calling

Setting up multi-party calls.

Ending and Muting Calls

How to end or mute a call.

Using DTMF Tones

Sending tones during calls.

Dialing Commands

Using Dial, Call, Digit Dial, and Re-dial commands.

Clearing Bluetooth System Data

Removing paired device information.

Text Messaging Overview

Capabilities for text messages.

Using Text Messaging Feature

How to read and reply to messages.

Incoming Text Message Handling

Display and options for new messages.

Text Messaging Settings

Managing predefined messages and alerts.

Trademarks and License Agreements

FCC Information

Radio frequency statement reference.

Apple Device Compatibility

"Made for iPod/iPhone" details.

SiriusXM Service Information

Subscription fees, availability, and language notices.

SiriusXM Technology and Licensing

Use of SiriusXM marks and Canadian agreements.

Pandora Media Inc. License

Trademark usage for Pandora.

Map Data Licensing Terms

End User License Agreement for map data.

Data Usage Terms and Conditions

Personal use, reproduction restrictions.

Data Usage Restrictions

Limitations on data use with other systems.

Data Accuracy Warning

Potential for inaccurate or incomplete information.

Warranty Disclaimers

No warranties provided for the data.

Disclaimer of Liability

Limitations on Panasonic's liability.

Export Control Regulations

Compliance with export laws for data.

Entire Agreement Clause

Terms constituting the full agreement.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

Legal framework for the agreement.

Government End User Notice

Specific terms for US government use.

Index

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