1992 Lexus ES300 buttons

AIR CONDITIONER AND AUDIO
70The automatic air conditioner automatically maintains the set
temperature.
This air conditioner features automatic fan speed and air flow
control which automatically selects the most suitable fan
speed and air flow to control the temperature. The ignition key
must be in the “ON” position.
You may use manual controls to override the automatic
settings.
(a) Climate control
SETTING OPERATION − automatic control
1. Push the “Push AUTO
.TEMP” knob.
Air flow quantity, switching of the diffusers, on-off of the air
conditioner, and switching of the air intake between
RECIRCULATED AIR and OUTSIDE AIR are automatically
adjusted. The operation status is shown by each indicator.
When one of the manual control buttons is depressed while
operating in automatic mode, the operation corresponding to
the button depressed is set. Other conditions continue to be
adjusted automatically.
2. Turn the “Push AUTO
.TEMP” knob until the desired
temperature is displayed.
The “Push AUTO
.TEMP” knob is used to set the desired
passenger compartment temperature. The temperature of air
delivered to the passenger compartment will be controlled
automatically according to the setting. The figures on the panel
indicate degrees Fahrenheit or Centigrade.SETTING OPERATION − manual control
If manual air flow selection is desired −
The outlets from which air is delivered can be selected manually
by pushing either side of the air flow control
(MODE)
button. The mode appears on the display. The function of each
mode is as follows:
FACE mode − Directs air flow at face level.
BI-LEVEL mode − Directs air flow at face level, and at
floor level for both front and rear. Except in ventilation, the air
to the floor is slightly warmer than air to the face.
FLOOR mode − Directs air flow mostly at floor level for
both front and rear.
FLOOR/WINDSHIELD mode − Directs air flow to the
windshield and front side windows as well as floor level for both
front and rear.
FRONT WINDSHIELD mode − Directs air flow mostly to
the windshield and front side windows.
When this mode is selected while operating in automatic
mode, the air conditioner is set to operate and the OUTSIDE
AIR mode is set.

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Radio operation
”AM” button
(For turning radio on
and selecting AM)
“PWR. VOL” knob
(For turning radio on
and adjusting volume)
“SCAN” button
(For preset scan tuning
and scan tuning)
“TUNE SEEK” button
(For tuning to frequency)
“BASS” knob
(For bass control)“MID” knob
(For mid range control)“TREBLE” knob
(For treble control)“BALANCE” knob
(For right and left
sound balance)
”FADER” knob
(For front and rear
sound balance)
Station selector
buttons
Radio display
“FM2” button
(For turning radio on
and selecting FM)“FM1” button
(For turning radio on
and selecting FM)
Without compact disc player

“AM” button
(For turning radio
on and selecting AM)
“PWR. VOL” knob
(For turning radio on
and adjusting volume)
“SCAN” button
(For preset scan tuning
and scan tuning)
“TUNE SEEK” button
(For tuning to frequency)
“BASS” knob
(For bass control)“MID” knob
(For mid range control)“TREBLE” knob
(For treble control)“BALANCE” knob
(For right and left
sound balance)“FADER” knob
(For front and rear
sound balance)
Station selector
buttons
Radio display
“FM1 / 2” button
(For turning radio on
and selecting FM)
With compact disc player
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“SCAN” on the display, the radio will automatically seek out a
station of higher frequency, hold it for 5 seconds and scan to
the next. To continue listening to the broadcast of your choice,
simply push the (SCAN) button once again.
If the radio scans over all frequencies without stopping
because the signals are too weak or because you leave it
scanning, the radio will begin scanning again with sensitivity
boosted for searching out weak stations. At this time, “DX” will
appear on the display.
Manual tuning: Push the (TUNE) button within 0.5
seconds. Each time you push the button, the radio will step up
or down to another frequency where stations could exist.
(c) Presetting a station
1. Tune in the desired station. (See “(b) Selecting a station”.)
2. Push one of the station selector buttons and hold it until a
beep is heard. This sets the station to the button and the button
number will appear on the display.
Each button can store one AM station and two FM stations. To
change the preset station to a different one, follow the same
procedure.
The preset station will be cancelled when the power source is
severed (battery disconnected, burnt fuse, etc.).(d) Adjusting the tone
To adjust the low-pitched tone, push the “BASS” knob (if
depressed) and turn it.
To adjust the middle-pitched tone. push the “MID” knob (if
depressed) and turn it.
To adjust the high-pitched tone, push the “TREBLE” knob (if
depressed) and turn it.
(e) Adjusting the sound balance
To balance the sound between the right and left speakers,
push the “BALANCE” knob (if depressed) and turn it.
To balance the sound between the front and rear speakers,
push the “FADER” knob (if depressed) and turn it.
Radio operating tips
The antenna automatically extends to full height when the
radio and ignition are turned on and retracts when either is
turned off.
CAUTION:
Before extending the antenna, confirm that no one is close
enough to get injured.
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is
retracted before running your vehicle through an
automatic car wash.

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If the disc gets dirty, clean the disc by wiping the surfaces
radially out from the center with a soft cloth.
Do not use a conventional record cleaner or anti-static record
preservative.
CAUTION:
Compact disc players use invisible laser beams which
could cause hazardous radiation exposure if directed
outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly as
instructed.
Anti-theft system
To deter theft of your radio, the system is designed so that
the radio unit becomes inoperable if it is stolen from the
vehicle.
The system is not preset at the factory. You must input a
three-digit identification number decided by you.
(a) Setting the anti-theft system
1. Make sure the radio unit is turned off with the ignition switch
in “ACC”.
2. While holding the left side of the (1) and right side
of the d (6) buttons in, push and hold the “PWR.VOL”
knob in until “SEC” appears on the display.

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Tape operation
indicator display
3. Press the left side of the (1) button while holding the
upper side of the (TUNE SEEK) button in. “---” and tape
operation indicator will appear on the display.
4. Input your identification number by pressing the (1,
2) and (3) buttons repeatedly. Use the left side of the
(1) button for the first digit, the right side of the
(2) button for the second digit and the left side of the
(3) button for the last digit. Pressing once will display “0”, so
press each button one time more then the number you want to
input. For example, if your number is 420, press the (1)
button five times, the (2) button three times and the
(3) button once. If the display returns to “---” while
inputting, try again.
We recommend that your identification number be associated
with something easy to remember. In case you are unsure of
the number, write it in a notebook you normally carry. Do not
leave it in your vehicle.

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5. With your identification number appearing on the display,
press the (SCAN) button and hold it in until “SEC” appears
on the display. “SEC” will go off to indicate the system is set.
If invalid buttons have been used, “Err” will appear on the
display before “SEC” appears. Try again from step 3.
Indicator light
“SEC”
Once the system is set, the indicator light turns on and off with
the ignition switch in “OFF” and “SEC” will appear each time
the key is turned to the “ACC” position.
To change the identification number for some reason, cancel
the system (See “(b) Cancelling the anti-theft system”.) and set
it again with a new number.
The system will be activated if the electrical power source is
disconnected from the radio unit. When the system is
activated, the audio system cannot be turned on even after the
power supply resumes and “SEC” will appear on the display.
If this happens, such as when the battery is discharged, see
“(c) If the anti-theft system is activated”.

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Error times
(1 - 9)
1. Follow steps 1 to 4 described in “(a) Setting the anti-theft
system”.
2. With your identification number appearing on the display,
press the (SCAN) button and hold it in until “- - - “ appears
on the display. “- - - “ will go off to indicate the system is
cancelled. If invalid buttons have been used. “Err” will appear
on the display and “SEC” appears. Try again from step 3 in “(a)
Setting the anti-theft system”.
The number displayed with “Err” indicates how many errors
you have made. You may make up to nine errors, but no more!
Indicator light
“HELP”
NOTICE:
A tenth error will activate the anti-theft system and
“HELP” will appear on the display. The audio system will
be completely inoperable. At this time, the indicator light
also comes on. If this occurs, contact your Lexus dealer.
At the time of resale of your vehicle, cancel the system for the
new owner.