2008 LEXUS RX400H Sound system

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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■Starting the hybrid system using the flat keyPut the key case away when the indicator light goes out. This means the
hybrid vehicle immobilizer system has turned off.
Start the hybrid system within 60 seconds after the indicator light goes
off.
■When the ambient temperature is low
Such as during winter driving conditions, it may take time until the READY light
comes on.
■Sounds and vibrations spec ific to a hybrid vehicle
→ P. 2 6
■When the hybrid system is malfunctioning
→P. 3 9 8 Remove the flat key from its case. Insert the
key into the engine switch.
Bring the key case close to the engine switch
within 10 seconds as indicated by an arrow.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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When the VSC/traction control are operatingIf the vehicle is in danger of slip-
ping, or if the front wheels (2WD
models) or all wheels (AWD mod-
els) spin, the slip indicator light
flashes to indicate that the VSC/
traction control have been
engaged.
A buzzer (intermittent) sounds to
indicate that VSC is operating.
■Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, VSC and traction control
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the hybrid system is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that
a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.
●Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are operat-
ing. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.
■Reduced effectiveness of EPS
The effectiveness of EPS is reduced to prevent the system from overheating when
there is frequent steering input over an extended period of time. The steering wheel
may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur, refrain from excessive steering input or
stop the vehicle and turn the hybrid system OFF. The system should return to nor-
mal within 10 minutes.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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CAUTION
■When the slip indicator flashes and a warning buzzer sounds
This situation occurs immediately while VSC is activated. Always drive carefully.
Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indica-
tor light flashes and a buzzer sounds.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the same size, brand, tread pattern and total load
capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the recommended tire
pressure level.
The ABS and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires are fitted on
the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels.
■Handling of tires and suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect the
VDIM, and may cause the system to malfunction.

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3-2. Using the front audio system
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Interior features
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●MP3 and WMA playback
When a disc containing MP3 or WMA files is inserted, all files on the disc are first
checked. Once the file check is finished, the first MP3 or WMA file is played. To
make the file check finish more quickly, we recommend you do not write in any
files other than MP3 or WMA files or create any unnecessary folders.
Discs that contain a mixture of music data and MP3 or WMA format data cannot
be played.
●Extensions
If the file extensions .mp3 and .wma are used for files other than MP3 and WMA
files, they will be mistakenly recognized and played as MP3 and WMA files. This
may result in large amounts of interference and damage to the speakers.
●Playback
• To play MP3 file with steady sound quality, we recommend a fixed bit rate of 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz.
• CD-R or CD-RW playback may not be po ssible in some instances, depend-
ing on the characteristics of the disc.
• There is a wide variety of freeware and other encoding software for MP3 and WMA files on the market, and depending on the status of the encoding
and the file format, poor sound quality or noise at the start of playback may
result. In some cases, playback may not be possible at all.
• When files other than MP3 or WMA files are recorded on a disc, it may take
more time to recognize the disc and in some cases, playback may not be
possible at all.
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are the registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.

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3-2. Using the front audio system
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Optimal use of the audio system
Using the AUDIO CONTROL function■ Changing modes
Pressing selects the mode to be change in the following order.
BAS →MID →TRE →FA D →BAL →ASL →RSE →POS
Displays the current mode.
Changes the following set-
tings.
• Sound quality and volume balance ( →P. 229)
The sound quality and balance
setting can be changed to pro-
duce the best sound.
• Automatic Sound Levelizer
ON/OFF ( →P. 229)
• Listening position ( →P. 2 3 0 )
The sound feel setting can be
changed to produce the best
sound for each listening posi-
tion.
• Rear system lock ON/OFF
of rear seat entertainment
system
(→ P. 2 3 0 )

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3-2. Using the front audio system
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Interior features
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Adjusting sound quality
Turning adjusts the level.
*: The sound quality level is adjusted individually in each AM ⋅SAT ⋅FM or CD
mode.
■ Adjusting the Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)
Turning to the right turns ON the ASL, and turning to the
left turns OFF the ASL.
ASL automatically adjusts the volume and tone quality according to the noise
level as you drive your vehicle.
Sound qual- ity modeMode
displayedLevelTurn to the leftTurn to the right
Bass*BAS-5 to 5
LowHighMid-range*MID-5 to 5
Tr e b l e*TRE-5 to 5
Front/rear volume
balance
FA DF7 to R7Shifts to rearShifts to front
Left/right volume
balance
BALL7 to R7Shifts to leftShifts to right

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3-3. Using the rear audio system
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Interior features
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■Error messages
DISC CHECK: Indicates that the disc is dirty, damaged or was inserted upsidedown. Clean the disc or insert it correctly.
REGION ERROR: Indicates that the DVD region code is not set properly.
DVD ERROR: Indicates that there is a problem inside the player. Eject the disc. Set the disc again.
If the malfunction still exists, take the vehicle to your Lexus
dealer.
■Before using the remote control (for new vehicle owners)
■Headphones
With some headphones generally available in the market, it may be difficult to catch
signals properly. Lexus recommends the use of Lexus genuine wireless head-
phones.
Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
■Vo l u m e
●Adjust the volume when you connect the headphones to the jack. Loud sounds
may have a significant impact on the human body.
●Conversational speech on some DVDs is recorded at a low volume to emphasize
the impact of sound effects. If you adjust the volume assuming that the conversa-
tions represent the maximum volume level that the DVD will play, you may be
startled by louder sound effects or when you change to a different audio source.
Be sure to adjust the volume with this in mind. An insulating sheet is set to prevent the bat-
teries from being discharged. Remove the
insulating sheet before using the remote con-
trol.

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3-3. Using the rear audio system
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■Marks shown on DVD video discs
■DVD video disc glossary
●DVD video discs: Digital Versatile Discs that holds world’s standard video. DVD
video discs have adopted “MPEG2”, one of the world standards of digital com-
pression technologies. The picture data is compressed by 1 /40 on average and
stored. Variable rate encoded technology has been adopted in which the volume
of data assigned to the picture is changed depending on the picture format.
Audio data is stored using PCM and Dolby digital, which enables higher sound.
Furthermore, multi-angle and multi-language features will also help you enjoy the
more advanced technology of DVD video.
●Viewer restrictions: This feature limits what can be viewed in conformity with the
level of restrictions of the country. The level of restrictions varies depending on
the DVD video disc. Some DVD video discs cannot be played at all, or violent
scenes are skipped or replaced with other scenes.
• Level 1: DVD video discs for children can be played.
• Level 2 - 7: DVD video discs for children and G-rated movies can be played.
• Level 8: All types of DVD video discs can be played.
Indicates NTSC format of color TV.
Indicates the number of audio tracks.
Indicates the number of language subtitles.
Indicates the number of angles.

Indicates the screen to be selected.
Wide screen: 16:9
Standard: 4:3

Indicates regions in which this video disc can be
played.
ALL: all countries
Number: region code