Below is a list of Supported and non-Supported iPod® Devices able to connect and communicate via the Volt's USB interface

The universal serial bus (USB) will be a USB 2.0 port on the radio faceplate, on the IP or in the center console. This interface will give the user additional functionality of iPod®/MP3 command and control. Users will have full radio control of the iPod/MP3 audio files via the USB cable. A single USB connection allows digital audio transferring from the iPod to the radio. The iPod will be charging while connected to the radio. The user will also have playback capability with a USB memory stick* (only MP3 and WMA files).

*Note: Not all memory sticks are supported.
*Note: Video from the iPod is NOT capable of being transferred to a Navigation radio display



Supported*
http://www.gm-volt.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=438&stc=1&d=1283363874

1- iPod classic 5 & 5.5 Gen
2- iPod nano 1Gen
3- iPod nano 2Gen
4- iPod nano 3
5- iPod classic
6- iPod touch 1Gen & 2Gen
7- iPhone (User must switch to "airplane mode")
8- iPod nano 4Gen

Important: None of these device lists below support video.
Important: Not all iPhone functions are fully supported.
*Note: Human Interface Clss (HID) or Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) class must be used in order to transfer ANY Digital Rights Management (DRM) protected content. Otherwise use AUX jack


Unsupported or Unvalidated**
http://www.gm-volt.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=439&stc=1&d=1283363874

1-iPod shuffle Gen1
2-iPod shuffle Gen2
3- iPod mini Gen1 & 2
4- iPhoto
5- iPod G4
6- iPod Gen3
7- iPod Gen2
8- iPod Gen1
9- iPod shuffle Gen3


**Important: These devices (and additional MP3 players) may be capable of connecting to the other USB options by internally setting the MP3 device to mass storage class (MSC) mode. In this mode, the USB port will see the device as a flash drive. Please refer to the MP3 device manual on how to set the device to MSC. If the device is not able to be set to MSC, you must use the AUX jack.

For further information on identifying iPod models, please visit http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1353


Supported Content for iPod®
Audio-Yes
Audiobook-Yes
Podcast-Yes
Video-No

Supported features for iPod®
Alphabet Sort select-No
Audiobook speed-No
Track info Types-Yes
Chapter-No
Artwork Data-No
Storage Lingo-No

Troubleshooting Tips for iPod Devices
-Verify the version of the iPod/MP3 to confirm that it is supported.

-Unplug and re-insert the iPod to verify the issue.

-Verify the battery charge of the iPod. A low battery condition on the iPod may not allow it to connect to the radio.The iPod may need to be charged before it can be controlled by the radio.

-If received a "Device Not Supported" message on their radio or is having general iPod/MP3 connection issues (and is a supported device), you may need to reset their iPod. To reset the iPod:

• For the iPod nano® and iPod classic®, toggle the Hold switch on and off (slide it to Hold, then turn it off again). Press and hold the Menu and Center (Select) buttons simultaneously until the Apple® logo appears, about 6 to 8 seconds. You may need to repeat this step.

• For the iPod touch® and iPhone®: Press and hold the Sleep/Wake button for a few seconds until the red slider appears, then slide the slider.

-For iPod touch and iPhone: To obtain full use capabilities of their device, it needs to be fully powered up when connecting to the USB port. If these devices are fully powered down or in "sleep" mode, press and hold the Sleep/Wake button on the top of the device for a few seconds and if an unlock pass code is required, to enter the pass code as well as slide the lower "Unlock" slider.

-Inspect their cable for quality.
• Aftermarket cables can wear from use. You may need to purchase a new USB cable.

• Verify that cable extensions are not present. The extra capacitance may cause too large a signal drop for the iPod to communicate with the radio.

-If you receive a "Device Not Supported" message on their radio with an iPod connected (and it is a supported device), you may need to download the latest firmware from the Apple website (Please visit www.apple.com for more information).



HTH
WopOnTour

7- iPhone (User must switch to "airplane mode")
well that's useless, you have to disable your phone to listen to music on it, so much for the bluetooth hands free system.

BTW
thanks for posting the information, even if it wasnt what I wanted to hear.

Guess I'll have to copy itunes playlists to the hard drive, or maybe just a MP3 DVD

well that's useless, you have to disable your phone to listen to music on it, so much for the bluetooth hands free system.

BTW
thanks for posting the information, even if it wasnt what I wanted to hear.

Guess I'll have to copy itunes playlists to the hard drive, or maybe just a MP3 DVDYea, I hear ya. You could also use the AUX input to the headphone jack...
WOT

My Enclave has the USB port to the radio. I love it and won't buy another car without one. I can control my IPOD via the steering wheel controls, so I would expect it will work the same on the Volt. In fact, not sure why you need a build in HD drive when you can plug in your IPOD, or listen to XM. I guess too program and record audio programs? (Like a college football game?)

The Volt will compete more with luxury cars than the Prius, I don't think some the folks on the blog page grasp that yet. They are too stuck in their preconceived notions box--a common affliction.

BTW WOT, when you going to make a "guest post" on the Lyle's blog?

In the NY Times Automotive section today there was an article about the approach OnStar is taking with Apps.

http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/09/16/onstar-adding-smartphone-apps/?scp=1&sq=onstar&st=cse

I found it interesting and was intrigued to read that there will be an App developers tool offered for anyone who wants to develop OnStar Apps. This could lead to some interesting applications. Focus will be on apps that can use iPhone or Android smartphones. I wonder if there will be a way for app developer to access data from the Volt's data system, say lifetime mpg, to allow an app to pull this information on a regular basis without driver intervention an share it online?

In the NY Times Automotive section today there was an article about the approach OnStar is taking with Apps.

http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/09/16/onstar-adding-smartphone-apps/?scp=1&sq=onstar&st=cse

I found it interesting and was intrigued to read that there will be an App developers tool offered for anyone who wants to develop OnStar Apps. This could lead to some interesting applications. Focus will be on apps that can use iPhone or Android smartphones. I wonder if there will be a way for app developer to access data from the Volt's data system, say lifetime mpg, to allow an app to pull this information on a regular basis without driver intervention an share it online?No, THAT's all secure and isnt shared.
The developers kit includes a sample applet that simulates an Volt/Onstar owner/subscriber and the simulated vehicle usage data to develop from of course, but they certainly won't provide developer access to end-user vehicles...
WOT

http://content.usatoday.com/communities/driveon/post/2010/09/audio-engineers-10-songs-to-test-any-car-sound-system/1

This isn't volt specific but it sounds like it would work for the Volt too.

Interesting article on the Volt's Delta II cousin, the Cruze and it's premium audio system.
http://www.prlog.org/10953160-kalamazoo-chevy-dealer-appreciates-award-winning-audio-of-2011-chevy-cruze.html

Anyone tried one of the new 6th Generation touch screen iPod nanos? They are not listed as supported, but neither is my iPad, and it works just fine.

?........ but neither is my iPad, and it works just fine.

I plugged in my iPad and didn't get anywhere........... do you have to open the iPod app first ?
My nano works great in the car, but I would like the use of the iPad just for the heck of it.

Steve in Boca Raton
VIN#313

It works with my iPhone 4 - you get the warning message that says it's not a supported device, but I haven't noticed any lack of functionality in navigating through the normal Apple menus for playing music.

7- iPhone (User must switch to "airplane mode") well that's useless, you have to disable your phone to listen to music on it, so much for the bluetooth hands free system.


My iPhone 3GS works fine without switching to airplane mode. Making or receiving a phone call pauses the music for the duration.

I plugged in my iPad and didn't get anywhere........... do you have to open the iPod app first ?
My nano works great in the car, but I would like the use of the iPad just for the heck of it.

Steve in Boca Raton
VIN#313

No, I just had the iPad on (not asleep) when I plugged it in, and it worked. I only have a few songs on it, but they showed up and played. And to answer my own question, the touchscreen nano does work, too (tried a friend's later this afternoon)

It works with my iPhone 4 - you get the warning message that says it's not a supported device, but I haven't noticed any lack of functionality in navigating through the normal Apple menus for playing music.

Are you able to control the music from the iPhone4 itself or does the Volt allow you to do this from the center stack LCD touchscreen? Also, while listening to music from the iphone4 through the USB port of the Volt, you can still make/receive calls over Bluetooth?

Yes, once you plug the iPhone 4 in to the USB port, you can control the music through the center stack controls.

And yes, while the iPhone 4 is plugged in to the USB port, you can make/receive calls over Bluetooth.

Yes, once you plug the iPhone 4 in to the USB port, you can control the music through the center stack controls.

And yes, while the iPhone 4 is plugged in to the USB port, you can make/receive calls over Bluetooth.

Very cool, thanks. I haven't been inside a volt yet but I understand that the USB port is in the center covered console. I assume that is where you put your iPhone because it is connected to the USB port. Is there enough room in the center console to put other things too? Does the iPhone slide around inside when you are driving?

Yes, once you plug the iPhone 4 in to the USB port, you can control the music through the center stack controls.

And yes, while the iPhone 4 is plugged in to the USB port, you can make/receive calls over Bluetooth.

Whew! I was getting seriously worried here. Choosing between my iPhone and my Volt, hmm... the Volt might get the heave ho. ;-)

The center console is designed with little gaps on each side of the clasp so that when the lid is closed, you can still pass through a cord on each side of the clasp. As a result, when I plug in my iPhone, I just set it in the cupholder (where it doesn't slide around).