Owner's Manual
Page 89
Security lock...Technical data ...Installation of car phone (option)...Fault codes ...91 93 94 96 99 101 104 105 105 106 109 110 IB1194 Saab 9-3 Audio System 89 Saab 9-3 Audio System Quick guide to the Saab 9-3 Audio System ...Sound controls...Radio ...Cassette player ...CD player ...CD changer...General functions ...Steering-wheel controls ..
Security lock...Technical data ...Installation of car phone (option)...Fault codes ...91 93 94 96 99 101 104 105 105 106 109 110 IB1194 Saab 9-3 Audio System 89 Saab 9-3 Audio System Quick guide to the Saab 9-3 Audio System ...Sound controls...Radio ...Cassette player ...CD player ...CD changer...General functions ...Steering-wheel controls ..
Owner's Manual
Page 90
...two loudspeakers at the front and two at the rear. The Prestige Audio System 3 has two additional loudspeakers. 90 Saab 9-3 Audio System The Audio Systems are interconnected with a radio and a cassette player. They are specially adapted to show text/characters and indications. There is a also a CD... player and a CD changer for cassette player Saab 9-3 Audio System The Saab 9-3 Audio System comes in the Saab 9-3. The Audio Systems uses the display of 2x40 watts. (DOLBY B/C Indicator AS RDM Radio is in Autostore mode Random playback of a main unit with SID...
...two loudspeakers at the front and two at the rear. The Prestige Audio System 3 has two additional loudspeakers. 90 Saab 9-3 Audio System The Audio Systems are interconnected with a radio and a cassette player. They are specially adapted to show text/characters and indications. There is a also a CD... player and a CD changer for cassette player Saab 9-3 Audio System The Saab 9-3 Audio System comes in the Saab 9-3. The Audio Systems uses the display of 2x40 watts. (DOLBY B/C Indicator AS RDM Radio is in Autostore mode Random playback of a main unit with SID...
Owner's Manual
Page 91
Press SEEK once: frequency display Touch: AS (AutoStore) ON/OFF. TRE Press to the Saab 9-3 Audio System Radio, see page 94 PUSH 1 4 2 5 3 6 Preset station buttons Press once: play the preset station. Lock the setting by pushing the button in . Auto tuning Touch: SEEK. ... setting by pushing the button in . FAD Press to release the button, and adjust the bass level. SEEK SEARCH AS RADIO BAND Press once: Mute ON/OFF (on the radio was last pressed. Saab 9-3 Audio System 91 Quick guide to release the button, and adjust the treble. The last settings used will automatically...
Press SEEK once: frequency display Touch: AS (AutoStore) ON/OFF. TRE Press to the Saab 9-3 Audio System Radio, see page 94 PUSH 1 4 2 5 3 6 Preset station buttons Press once: play the preset station. Lock the setting by pushing the button in . Auto tuning Touch: SEEK. ... setting by pushing the button in . FAD Press to release the button, and adjust the bass level. SEEK SEARCH AS RADIO BAND Press once: Mute ON/OFF (on the radio was last pressed. Saab 9-3 Audio System 91 Quick guide to release the button, and adjust the treble. The last settings used will automatically...
Owner's Manual
Page 92
... CD RDM Touch: change to CD changer when CD player is active. Selects disc in magazine. 3 6 SEEK 1 4 2 5 92 Saab 9-3 Audio System CD player. Changing cassette side. Two touches: change to CD changer when radio or cassette player is active. SEEK Take out the cassette. Touch centrally on SEEK: Blank-skip off/on...
... CD RDM Touch: change to CD changer when CD player is active. Selects disc in magazine. 3 6 SEEK 1 4 2 5 92 Saab 9-3 Audio System CD player. Changing cassette side. Two touches: change to CD changer when radio or cassette player is active. SEEK Take out the cassette. Touch centrally on SEEK: Blank-skip off/on...
Owner's Manual
Page 94
During this time, the radio will return as soon as the station has been stored. The small figure on the far right of the preset button selected. Presetting a station Press ... a second to store the currently tuned station. The sound will be mute. Preset station buttons (1) Press once (release within a second) to select a preset station, e.g. 94 Saab 9-3 Audio System Radio Press the RADIO/BAND button (3) to switch to the radio when another source is the number of the display is active.
During this time, the radio will return as soon as the station has been stored. The small figure on the far right of the preset button selected. Presetting a station Press ... a second to store the currently tuned station. The sound will be mute. Preset station buttons (1) Press once (release within a second) to select a preset station, e.g. 94 Saab 9-3 Audio System Radio Press the RADIO/BAND button (3) to switch to the radio when another source is the number of the display is active.
Owner's Manual
Page 95
...initiate an automatic search for the six strongest stations. IB1166 Weather Band reception is received, the display indicates "WB". The radio will automatically search for the area in CD and RADIO mode. To exit the Weather Band mode, depress the WB button again. When a weather band station is available in... display will appear on the far right of these empty buttons is unable to select the Weather Band mode. If the radio is pressed, FM or AM**** will change. Saab 9-3 Audio System Press and hold the AS button for more than a second to the station that was selected before the...
...initiate an automatic search for the six strongest stations. IB1166 Weather Band reception is received, the display indicates "WB". The radio will automatically search for the area in CD and RADIO mode. To exit the Weather Band mode, depress the WB button again. When a weather band station is available in... display will appear on the far right of these empty buttons is unable to select the Weather Band mode. If the radio is pressed, FM or AM**** will change. Saab 9-3 Audio System Press and hold the AS button for more than a second to the station that was selected before the...
Owner's Manual
Page 99
To cancel playback, press the eject or RADIO button. IB1165 Saab 9-3 Audio System 99 CD player (option) To select the CD mode, load a CD into the deck or, if one is loaded. Rapid play will appear ...
To cancel playback, press the eject or RADIO button. IB1165 Saab 9-3 Audio System 99 CD player (option) To select the CD mode, load a CD into the deck or, if one is loaded. Rapid play will appear ...
Owner's Manual
Page 101
Saab 9-3 Audio System 101 CD changer (option/accessory) Important! To load the CD changer, which is installed in the RADIO mode, touch the CD/RDM button twice. • If the CD player is empty, the following will restart playback from where it has retrieved all ...
Saab 9-3 Audio System 101 CD changer (option/accessory) Important! To load the CD changer, which is installed in the RADIO mode, touch the CD/RDM button twice. • If the CD player is empty, the following will restart playback from where it has retrieved all ...
Owner's Manual
Page 102
...when the CD changer is selected, and the following will appear on the display: IB1164 Selecting CDs (1) When the CD changer is operating, the radio preset buttons work for the corresponding CD. Press the button for the six CDs in the magazine. If the selected CD is already being played..., playback will change as each CD is played. If the selected CD-tray, e.g. 3, is empty, the following will appear on the display: 102 Saab 9-3 Audio System If the CD changer is activated immediately after a magazine has been loaded, the following will appear on the display: The CD number will...
...when the CD changer is selected, and the following will appear on the display: IB1164 Selecting CDs (1) When the CD changer is operating, the radio preset buttons work for the corresponding CD. Press the button for the six CDs in the magazine. If the selected CD is already being played..., playback will change as each CD is played. If the selected CD-tray, e.g. 3, is empty, the following will appear on the display: 102 Saab 9-3 Audio System If the CD changer is activated immediately after a magazine has been loaded, the following will appear on the display: The CD number will...
Owner's Manual
Page 103
... button to preceding or following tracks. Track change (2) Touch > repeatedly to move from the CD changer, simply select another source (RADIO/CD). If for more than 5 seconds, the rapid play . Saab 9-3 Audio System After two seconds, the status of the trays in the magazine. Touch will appear at the bottom of the...
... button to preceding or following tracks. Track change (2) Touch > repeatedly to move from the CD changer, simply select another source (RADIO/CD). If for more than 5 seconds, the rapid play . Saab 9-3 Audio System After two seconds, the status of the trays in the magazine. Touch will appear at the bottom of the...
Owner's Manual
Page 104
... button at the Speed-dependent volume (SP D VOL) ON/OFF To change the loudness setting: The default setting for this function is switched on . 104 Saab 9-3 Audio System • Maximum START VOL same time as you switch on the Audio System. - Select SP D VOL using > - Select ON/OFF by turning ... buttons on the bottom row of the Audio System, e.g. preset volume level when an in motion. • LOUDNESS ON/OFF - RADIO/BAND, to save the new volume setting. RADIO/BAND, to save the new volume setting. Use the > button to save the new volume setting. The following volume settings can be...
... button at the Speed-dependent volume (SP D VOL) ON/OFF To change the loudness setting: The default setting for this function is switched on . 104 Saab 9-3 Audio System • Maximum START VOL same time as you switch on the Audio System. - Select SP D VOL using > - Select ON/OFF by turning ... buttons on the bottom row of the Audio System, e.g. preset volume level when an in motion. • LOUDNESS ON/OFF - RADIO/BAND, to save the new volume setting. RADIO/BAND, to save the new volume setting. Use the > button to save the new volume setting. The following volume settings can be...
Owner's Manual
Page 105
...on , a check is fitted. If a CD changer has been installed, it will appear on the display: IB945 Control functions: NXT (NEXT): RADIO mode: preselect buttons 1⇒2⇒ ...⇒6⇒1⇒ ...TAPE mode: Play other side of the functions can be installed or if you wish to.../Fast forward or rewind. The special code is unique to the car in the magazine 1⇒2⇒ ...⇒6⇒1⇒ ...>: RADIO mode: Auto/manual seeking. Saab 9-3 Audio System 105 Steering-wheel controls To facilitate use of the Audio System and to promote safer driving, most of tape.
...on , a check is fitted. If a CD changer has been installed, it will appear on the display: IB945 Control functions: NXT (NEXT): RADIO mode: preselect buttons 1⇒2⇒ ...⇒6⇒1⇒ ...TAPE mode: Play other side of the functions can be installed or if you wish to.../Fast forward or rewind. The special code is unique to the car in the magazine 1⇒2⇒ ...⇒6⇒1⇒ ...>: RADIO mode: Auto/manual seeking. Saab 9-3 Audio System 105 Steering-wheel controls To facilitate use of the Audio System and to promote safer driving, most of tape.
Owner's Manual
Page 106
...dB at 40 Hz ±10 dB at 15,000 Hz 4 x 20 W (4 x 12 W at 1% THD (total harmonic distortion) and 13.5 V) Radio module Radio system _____ Number of presets FM _____ AM _____ Frequency range FM _____ AM _____ WB_____ Scanning steps Automatic seek tuning: _____ PLL dual-synthesizer...at 1% THD 50 Hz) Crossover frequency _____ 110 Hz (-3 dB) • These specifications comply with the new IHF Standard • Since the policy at Saab is one of continual improvement, we retain the right to alter specifications and design without prior notice. • Dolby noise reduction is produced under licence...
...dB at 40 Hz ±10 dB at 15,000 Hz 4 x 20 W (4 x 12 W at 1% THD (total harmonic distortion) and 13.5 V) Radio module Radio system _____ Number of presets FM _____ AM _____ Frequency range FM _____ AM _____ WB_____ Scanning steps Automatic seek tuning: _____ PLL dual-synthesizer...at 1% THD 50 Hz) Crossover frequency _____ 110 Hz (-3 dB) • These specifications comply with the new IHF Standard • Since the policy at Saab is one of continual improvement, we retain the right to alter specifications and design without prior notice. • Dolby noise reduction is produced under licence...
Owner's Manual
Page 107
...a shadow effect can be blamed upon malfunctions in other vehicles, particularly if the signal from the transmitter is motorized. To maintain good radio reception do not tint the rear windshield, particularly with a large building, for example, they will be reflected so that they reach ... to as multipath distortion. IB979 For the cleaning of the Audio System is weak. Shadow effect Because FM radio waves travel in a car wash, to avoid it being damaged. Saab 9-3 Audio System 107 IB977 IB978 Multipath interference When the radio waves from the transmitter to the car.
...a shadow effect can be blamed upon malfunctions in other vehicles, particularly if the signal from the transmitter is motorized. To maintain good radio reception do not tint the rear windshield, particularly with a large building, for example, they will be reflected so that they reach ... to as multipath distortion. IB979 For the cleaning of the Audio System is weak. Shadow effect Because FM radio waves travel in a car wash, to avoid it being damaged. Saab 9-3 Audio System 107 IB977 IB978 Multipath interference When the radio waves from the transmitter to the car.
Owner's Manual
Page 108
...of transmitters are reflected off the ionosphere, thus greatly extending their strength becomes weaker the further they travel. 108 Saab 9-3 Audio System FM AM IB980 Cross-modulation When the radio is tuned to a weak transmitter in the vicinity of a stronger one, the car's antennas will receive signals... from the transmitter. IB981 Radio waves, FM/AM FM radio waves radiate in the background. IB388 Sources of AM interference AM reception is apparent when the unwanted broadcast can be heard ...
...of transmitters are reflected off the ionosphere, thus greatly extending their strength becomes weaker the further they travel. 108 Saab 9-3 Audio System FM AM IB980 Cross-modulation When the radio is tuned to a weak transmitter in the vicinity of a stronger one, the car's antennas will receive signals... from the transmitter. IB981 Radio waves, FM/AM FM radio waves radiate in the background. IB388 Sources of AM interference AM reception is apparent when the unwanted broadcast can be heard ...
Owner's Manual
Page 110
...codes to be adjusted. • With the radio off, press and hold SEEK (mid-segment) and switch the radio on at all unsure, contact an authorized Saab dealer. If you feel that any of a fault code that a car phone/radio transmitter should be connected to rectify a fault... fault in trying to an external antenna. Saab therefore recommends that you are at the same time. An external antenna also provides improved transmission/reception and a greater range. Mobile phones and communications radios Mobile phones and communications radios that are unclear, have a separate external ...
...codes to be adjusted. • With the radio off, press and hold SEEK (mid-segment) and switch the radio on at all unsure, contact an authorized Saab dealer. If you feel that any of a fault code that a car phone/radio transmitter should be connected to rectify a fault... fault in trying to an external antenna. Saab therefore recommends that you are at the same time. An external antenna also provides improved transmission/reception and a greater range. Mobile phones and communications radios Mobile phones and communications radios that are unclear, have a separate external ...
Owner's Manual
Page 163
... to be caused to electrical systems/components of either vehicle should exist, it could damage your vehicle: 1 Check the other vehicle. If you leave your radio on both batteries and it . It must have an automatic transmission, your vehicle cannot be sure the vehicles are not needed, and... can start your car by your warranty. IB886 Turn off the ignition on , it could be covered by pushing or pulling it could save your radio. 4 Open the hood and locate the battery. Starting and driving NOTE Ignoring these steps could result in Neutral. 3 Turn off all lights that would not...
... to be caused to electrical systems/components of either vehicle should exist, it could damage your vehicle: 1 Check the other vehicle. If you leave your radio on both batteries and it . It must have an automatic transmission, your vehicle cannot be sure the vehicles are not needed, and... can start your car by your warranty. IB886 Turn off the ignition on , it could be covered by pushing or pulling it could save your radio. 4 Open the hood and locate the battery. Starting and driving NOTE Ignoring these steps could result in Neutral. 3 Turn off all lights that would not...
Owner's Manual
Page 189
... Stop lights, trailer Cabin fan, ACC Electrically heated rear window and rear-view mirrors Direction indicators Cabin fan, A/C Trunk light; radio Front window motors Daytime running lights Electrically operated front seat, left Control module, engine management system DICE/TWICE; electrically powered... radio antenna Electrically operated front seat, right Cigarette lighter Automatic transmission Rear window operators, rear-view mirrors, sunroof Rear ...
... Stop lights, trailer Cabin fan, ACC Electrically heated rear window and rear-view mirrors Direction indicators Cabin fan, A/C Trunk light; radio Front window motors Daytime running lights Electrically operated front seat, left Control module, engine management system DICE/TWICE; electrically powered... radio antenna Electrically operated front seat, right Cigarette lighter Automatic transmission Rear window operators, rear-view mirrors, sunroof Rear ...
Owner's Manual
Page 190
... wheel Item A B C1 C2 D1 D2 E F G H I J K L Function Electric heating of rear seat SID; control module; ignition cassette High beam flash; automatic transmission DICE/TWICE; telephone Radio Central locking Control module, engine management system; 190 Car care Relay holder Function Manual A/C; windshield wipers;
... wheel Item A B C1 C2 D1 D2 E F G H I J K L Function Electric heating of rear seat SID; control module; ignition cassette High beam flash; automatic transmission DICE/TWICE; telephone Radio Central locking Control module, engine management system; 190 Car care Relay holder Function Manual A/C; windshield wipers;
Owner's Manual
Page 202
... top. If corrosion has already set in exceptional cases, do not use and allow each coat to go dull through an automatic car wash. • Saab 9-3 Viggen, Coupé and 5-door: If you wash the car in a collision is left, the greater the risk of primer applied by professionals.... automatic car wash, you can usually be treated as soon as it is discovered: the longer it will be taken back to scrape off the radio before waxing or polishing. IMPORTANT! The necessary tools and materials, such as a result of the electrically powered antenna about once a month with the...
... top. If corrosion has already set in exceptional cases, do not use and allow each coat to go dull through an automatic car wash. • Saab 9-3 Viggen, Coupé and 5-door: If you wash the car in a collision is left, the greater the risk of primer applied by professionals.... automatic car wash, you can usually be treated as soon as it is discovered: the longer it will be taken back to scrape off the radio before waxing or polishing. IMPORTANT! The necessary tools and materials, such as a result of the electrically powered antenna about once a month with the...