Scan Tool Output Controls

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Vehicle Communications Interface Module (VCIM)

Scan Tool Output Control	Additional Menu Selection(s)	Description
Acquisition Setting	Module Setup	It lets you choose from various selctions of digital cellular technology systems: AMPS (Advanced Mobile Phone System), CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access), PCS (Personal Communications Service), GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications). Select CDMA because Verizon provides the cellular technology for OnStar which uses CDMA system.
Green LED	Special Functions	The VCIM illuminates the green LED on the inside rearview mirror when ON is selected.
Phone Call Test	Special Functions	When ON is selected VCIM commands OnStar to connect to OnStar Center.
Program Digital Home SID - NID	Module Setup	Select SID (Station ID) and NID (Network Interface Device) per your location.
Program Phone Number	Module Setup	VCIM provides mobile ID # and mobile directory # for this vehicle. Use arrow keys to change the phone # if necessary.
Red LED	Special Functions	The VCIM illuminates the red LED on the inside rearview mirror when ON is selected.
Set Language	Module Setup	Pick an option between 3 different languages: English, French Canadian, and Spanish.
VCIM Setup	Module Setup	Screen displays: Move the vehicle to an open, outside area and make sure the vehicle is sunni8ng. Following this VCIM setup procedure, a cell will automatically be made to the OnStar Call Center. Inform the Call Center advisor that a new VCIM has been installed. Have the STID and ESN from the new VCIM ready to provide to the advisor. Refer to OnStar Reconfiguration Procedure for more info.