2007 TOYOTA AVALON radio antenna

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CAUTION
People with implanted pacemakers
or cardiac defibrillators should keep
away from the smart key system
antennas, because the radio waves
may affect the operation of such
devices. For the antenna locations
see “ANTENNA LOCATION” on page
29 in this Section.
Users of any electrical medical de-
vice other than implanted pacemak-
ers and implanted cardiac defibrilla-
tors should consult the manufactur-
er of the device for information
about its operation under the influ-
ence of radio waves. Radio waves
could have unexpected effects on
the operation of such medical de-
vices.
If necessary, the entry function can
be disabled. See “DISABLING THE
SMART KEY SYSTEM” on page 33
in this Section.
NOTICE
When using a electronic key contain-
ing a transponder chip, observe the
following precautions:
 Do not affix any material that cuts
off electromagnetic waves (such as
a metal seal) on the electronic key.
 Do not knock the electronic key
hard against other objects.
 Do not leave the electronic key ex-
posed to high temperatures for a
long period, such as on the dash-
board or hood under direct sun-
light.
 Do not put the electronic key in
water or wash it in an ultrasonic
washer.
 Do not keep the electronic key to-
gether with the products emitting
electromagnetic waves such as a
cellular phone.
USING A MECHANICAL KEY
When you use the mechanical key push
the release button and take out the me-
chanical key as shown. Be sure to put the
mechanical key back when not it use.

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CAUTION
People with implanted pacemakers
or cardiac defibrillators should keep
away from the smart key system
antennas, because the radio waves
may affect the operation of such
devices. For the antenna locations
see “ANTENNA LOCATION” on page
29 in this Section.
Users of any electrical medical de-
vice other than implanted pacemak-
ers and implanted cardiac defibrilla-
tors should consult the manufactur-
er of the device for information
about its operation under the influ-
ence of radio waves. Radio waves
could have unexpected effects on
the operation of such medical de-
vices.
If necessary, the entry function can
be disabled. See “DISABLING THE
SMART KEY SYSTEM” on page 33
in this Section.
Entry function
Start function
ENTRY FUNCTION AND START
FUNCTION
By carrying the key, you can lock and
unlock the doors and start the engine.
Entry function— You can lock and unlock
the doors and open the trunk without in-
serting the key in the keyhole. For further
information, see “Side doors” on page 34
and “Trunk lid” on page 44 in this Section.
Start function— You can shift the power
supply mode and start the engine when
the electronic key is in the vehicle. For
further information, see “Ignition switch”
on page 159 in Section 1 −7 and “How to
start the engine ”on page 296 in Section
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TONE AND BALANCE
For details about your system’s tone and
balance controls, see the description of
your own system.
Type 1 and type 2 audio systems utilize
FOCUS and TruBass  audio enhance-
ment technologies, under license from
SRS Labs, Inc., in all mode except AM
radio mode.
Tone
How good an audio program sounds to
you is largely determined by the mix of
the treble, midrange (type 3 only), and
bass levels. In fact, different kinds of mu-
sic and vocal programs usually sound bet-
ter with different mixes of treble, midrange
and bass.
Balance
A good balance of the left and right stereo
channels and of the front and rear sound
levels is also important.
Keep in mind that if you are listening to
a stereo recording or broadcast, changing
the right/left balance will increase the vol-
ume of one group of sounds while de-
creasing the volume of another. YOUR RADIO ANTENNA
Your vehicle has an antenna printed on
the inside of the rear window.
NOTICE
Putting a film (especially a conductive
or metallic film) on the rear wi
ndow
will noticeably reduce the sensitivity
of the radio.
YOUR AUDIO DISPLAY
The audio information is displayed on the
center display.

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AM/SAT∗ (AM and Satellite radio)
Push the “AM/SAT” button to turn on the
radio and select the AM band. The indica-
tor light will come on and “AM” will appear
on the display.
XM  satellite radio—
Push the “AM/SAT” button to turn on the
radio and select the XM  band. “SAT1”,
“SAT2” or “SAT3” will appear on the dis-
play. This system allows you to set eigh-
teen XM  channels, three for each of the
preset button.
Error messages
If the satellite radio t uner malfunctions,
your audio system will display following
error messages.
“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
Toyota certified dealer. “UPDATING”:
You have not subscribed to the XM

satellite radio. The radio is being up-
dated with the latest encryption code.
Contact the XM  satellite radio for sub-
scription 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 sec-
onds until the radio returns to the pre-
vious channel or “CH001”. If it does
not change automatically, select anoth-
er channel. If you want to listen to the
premium channel, contact the XM  sat-
ellite radio.
“NO SIGNAL”: The XM signal is too
weak at the current location. Wait until
your vehicle reaches a location with a
stronger signal.
“LOADING”: The unit is acquiring audio
or program information. Wait until the unit
has received the information. “OFF AIR”:
The channel you selected is
not broadcasting any programming. Select
another channel.
“”: 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)
967− 2346 during the following hours.
Monday—Saturday: 6 a.m.—2 a.m. East-
ern time
Sunday: 8 a.m.—8 p.m. Eastern time
∗: Use of satellite radio requires XM 
tuner and service. Contact your Toyota
dealer for details.

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Here are some common reception prob-
lems that you may experience.
FM
Fading and drifting stations—Generally, the
effective range of FM is about 40 km (25
miles). Once outside this range, you may
notice fading and drifting, which increase
with the distance from the radio transmit-
ter. They are often accompanied by distor-
tion.
Multi−path—FM signals are reflective,
making it possible for two signals to reach
your antenna at the same time. If this
happens, the signals will cancel each oth-
er out, causing a momentary flutter or
loss of reception.
Static and fluttering—These occur when
signals are blocked by buildings, trees, or
other large objects. Increasing the bass
level may reduce static and fluttering.
Station swapping—If the FM signal you
are listening to is interrupted or weak-
ened, and there is another strong station
nearby on the FM band, your radio may
tune in the second station until the origi-
nal signal can be picked up again. AM
Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by
the upper atmosphere
−especially at night.
These reflected signals can interfere with
those received directly from the radio sta-
tion, causing the radio station to sound
alternately strong and weak.
Station interference—When a reflected sig-
nal and a signal received directly from a
radio station are very nearly the same
frequency, they can interfere with each
other, making it difficult to hear the broad-
cast.
Static—AM is easily affected by external
sources of electrical noise, such as high
tension power lines, lightening, or electri-
cal motors. This results in static.
XM 
∗
Alternation or modifications carried out
without appropriate authorization may in-
validate the user ’s right to operate the
equipment.
∗: Use of satellite radio requires XM 
tuner and service. Contact your Toyota
dealer for details.
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 lim-
its are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interfer-
ence 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 commu-
nications. However, there is no guar-
antee that interference will not occur
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If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television re-
ception, 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 out-
let on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experi-
enced radio/TV technician for help.CARING FOR YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER
AND TAPES
For the best performance for your cas-
sette player and tapes:
Clean the tape head and other parts regu-
larly.
A dirty tape head or tape path can
decrease sound quality and tangle your
cassette tapes. The easiest way to
clean them is by using a cleaning tape.
(A wet type is recommended.)
Use high −quality cassettes.
Low −quality cassette tapes can cause
many problems, including poor sound,
inconsistent playing speed, and
constant auto− reversing. They can also
get stuck or tangled in the cassette
player.
Do not use a cassette if it has been
damaged or tangled or if its label is
peeling off.
Do not leave a cassette in the player
if you are not listening to it, especially
if it is hot outside.
Store cassettes in their cases and out
of direct sunlight.
Avoid using cassettes with a total play-
ing time longer than 100 minutes (50
minutes per side). The tape used in
these cassettes is thin and could get
stuck or tangled in the cassette player.