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Radio operation (XM satellite radio broadcast)
To listen to a satellite radio broadcast in your vehicle, an
additional genuine Lexus satellite receiver and antenna must
be purchased and installed, and the subscription to the XM
satellite radio is necessary.
(a) How to subscribe to an XM satellite radio
An XM satellite radio is a tuner designed exclusively to receive
broadcasts provided under a separate subscription.
Availability is limited to the 48 contiguous states.
How to subscribe:
You must enter into a separate service agreement with the XM
radio in order to receive satellite broadcast programming in the
vehicle. Additional activation and service subscription fees
apply that are not included in the purchase price of the vehicle
and optional digital satellite tuner. For complete information on
subscription rates and terms, or to subscribe to the XM radio,
visit XM on the web at www.xmradio.com
or call an XM’s
Listener Care at (800) 852−9696. The XM radio is solely
responsible for the quality, availability and content of the
satellite radio services provided, which are subject to the terms
and conditions of the XM radio customer service agreement.Customers should have their radio ID ready; the radio ID can
be found by selecting the “channel 000” on the radio. For
details, see the “Displaying the radio ID” that follows.
All fees and programming are the responsibility of the XM
satellite radio and are subject to change.
Satellite tuner technology notice:
Lexus satellite radio tuners are awarded Type Approval
Certificates from XM Satellite Radio Inc. on “October 14, 2004”
as proof of compatibility with the services offered by the XM
satellite radio.
(b) Displaying the radio ID
Each XM tuner is identified with a unique radio ID. You will
need the radio ID when activating XM service or when
reporting a problem.
If you select the “CH 000” using the “TUNE” knob, the ID code
of 8 alphanumeric characters appears. If you select another
channel, display of the ID code is canceled. The channel (000)
alternates the display between the radio ID and the specific
radio ID code.

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290(c) Listening to the satellite radio
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Push the “AM·SAT” button to choose a SAT channel.
Besides “AM”, “SAT1”, “SAT2” or “SAT3” appears on the
display.
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Turn this knob to select the next or previous channel.
If you turn continuously, you can rapidly scroll forward or down
through the channels.

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1. Tune in the desired channel.
2. Touch one of the channel selector switches (1−6) and
hold it until a beep is heard. This sets the channel to the
switch and the frequency appears on the switch.
Each switch can store three SAT channels. To change the
preset channel to a different one, follow the same procedure.
The preset channel memory is cancelled when the power
source is interrupted by battery disconnection or a blown fuse.(e) Selecting a channel
Tune in the desired channel using one of the following
methods.
Preset tuning: Touch the switch (1−6) or push the “CH DISC
” or “ ” bu t t o n for the channel you want. The switch (1−6)
is highlighted in green.
Manual tuning within the channel category: Turn the
“TUNE” knob. The radio will step up or down the channel.
Manual tuning within the current channel category: Push
the “SEEK TRACK
” or “ ” button. The radio will step up
or down the channel within the current channel category.
Touch the “TYPE SEEK” switch. The radio will step up the
channel within the current channel category.

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To scan the currently selected channel category: Touch the
“TYPE SCAN” switch or push the “SCAN” button briefly.
“SCAN” appears on the display. The radio will find the next
channel in the same channel category, stay there for a few
seconds, and then scan again. To select a channel, push the
“SCAN” button a second time.
To scan the preset channels: Touch the “TYPE SCAN”
switch or push the “SCAN” button and hold it until you hear a
beep. “P.SCAN” appears on the display. The radio will find the
next preset channel, stay there for a few seconds, and then
move to the next preset channel. To select a channel, push the
“SCAN” button a second time.(f) Channel category
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Touch either “TYPE” or “TYPE ” switch to switch to the next
or previous category.

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293 (g) Displaying the title and name
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When you touch the “TEXT” switch, the song/program title and
the artist name/feature are displayed.
Up to 10 alphanumeric characters can be displayed. (Some
information will not be fully displayed.)

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294(h) If the satellite radio tuner malfunctions
When problems occur with the XM tuner, a message will appear on the display. Referring to the table below to identify the problem,
take the suggested corrective action.
ANTENNA
The XM antenna is not connected. Check whether the XM antenna cable is attached securely.
A short−circuit occurs in the antenna or the surrounding antenna cable. See a Lexus certified
dealer.
UPDATING
You have not subscribed to the XM satellite radio. The radio is being updated with the latest
encryption code. Contact the XM satellite radio for subscription information. When a contact is
canceled, you can choose the “CH000” and all free−to−air channels.
The premium channel you selected is not authorized. Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio
returns to the previous channel or “CH001”. If it does not change automatically, select another
channel. If you want to listen to the premium channel, contact the XM satellite radio.
NO SIGNALThe XM signal is too weak at the current location. Wait until your vehicle reaches a location
with a stronger signal.
LOADINGThe unit is acquiring audio or program information. Wait until the unit has received the
information.
OFF AIRThe channel you selected is not broadcasting any programming. Select another channel.
−−−−−There is no song/program title or artist name/feature associated with the channel at that time.
No action needed.
−−−
The channel you selected is no longer available. Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio
returns to the previous channel or “CH001”. If it does not change automatically, select another
channel.
The XM Listener Care Center is also available on the phone, please call (800) 852−9696 during the following hours:
Monday – Saturday: 7 a.m. – 1 a.m. Sunday: 12 p.m – 12 a.m.

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NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Information to user
Alternation or modifications carried out without
appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s
right to operate the equipment.

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NOTICE
This XM tuner supports “Audio Services” (Music and
Talk) of only XM satellite radio and “Text Information”,
linked to the respective “Audio Services”.
*Text Information includes, Station Name, (Artist)
Name, (Song) Title and Category Name.
Cassette tape player operation
(a) Playing a cassette tape
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When you insert a cassette tape, the exposed tape should
face to the right.
The player will automatically start when you insert a cassette
tape. At this time, the “TAPE” screen appears on the display.
If a metal or chrome equivalent cassette tape is put in the
cassette player, the player will automatically recognize it and
“MTL” appears on the display.
To stop or eject the cassette tape, push the “
” (eject)
button.