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Trademark owned by SRS Labs, Inc.
The audio systems utilize SRS FOCUS
 and SRS TruBass audio
enhancement technologies, under license from SRS Labs, Inc., in all mode
except AM radio mode.
FOCUS, TruBass, SRS and
 symbols are trademarks of SRS
Labs, Inc.
FOCUS and TruBass technologies are incorporated under license from
SRS Labs, Inc.

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Optimal use of the audio system (Vehicle without AUX adapter)
Adjusting sound quality and balanceTouch on the screen. Adjust the settings, referring to
the following table.
Once you have finished, touch.
Press on the panel to display the audio/video control screen.
Operating the radio and CD player
AUDIO
ITY33P023
Adjust sound
quality and
balance
STEP1
ITY33P024
STEP2

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*: The sound quality level is adjusted individually in each radio or CD mode.
■
Trademark owned by SRS Labs, Inc.
The audio systems utilize SRS FOCUS
 and SRS TruBass audio
enhancement technologies, under license from SRS Labs, Inc., in all mode
except AM radio mode.
FOCUS, TruBass, SRS and
 symbols are trademarks of SRS
Labs, Inc.
FOCUS and TruBass technologies are incorporated under license from
SRS Labs, Inc.
Sound quality modeDisplayLevelTo u c h
High-pitched tones
*-5 to 5
or
Low-pitched tones
*-5 to 5
Front/rear
volume balance F7 to R7 or
Left/right volume balance L7 to R7 or

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Using the AUX adapter (if equipped)
■Operating portable audio devices connected to the audio system
The volume can be adjusted using the vehicle’s audio controls. All other
adjustments must be made on the portable audio device itself.
■ When using a portable audio device connected to the power outlet
Noise may occur during playback. Use the power source of the portable
audio device.
This adapter can be used to connect a portable audio device and lis-
ten to it through the vehicle’s speakers.
Connect the portable
audio device.
Press .STEP1
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Using the steering switches
Turning on the powerPress when the audio system is turned OFF.
The audio system can be turned OFF by holding the switch down for 1
second or more.
Changing the audio sourcePress when the audio system is turned ON. The audio source
changes as follows each time the bu tton is pressed. If a CD is not
inserted, that mode will be skipped.
FM (1, 2) CD player AM SAT (1, 2, 3)
Some audio features can be cont rolled using the switches on the
steering wheel.
Vo l u m e
Power on, select audio
source
Radio: Select radio stations
CD: Select tracks, discs and folder

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Adjusting the volumePress “+” on to increase the vo lume and “-” to decrease the
volume.
Hold down the button to continue increasing or decreasing the volume.
Selecting a radio station
Press to select the radio mode.
Press or  on to select a radio station.
To scan for receivable stations, press and hold the switch until you
hear a beep.
Selecting a track
Press to select the CD mode.
Press  or  on to select the desired track.
Selecting a disc or folder in th e CD player (Folder selection is
available only when MP3/WMA disc is in use.)
Press to select the CD player.
Press and hold  or  on until you hear a beep.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP1
STEP2
STEP1
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Canceling automatic selection of a radio station
Push the same switch.
CAUTION
■To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.

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■When using the hands-free system
● The audio system and voice guidance are muted when making a call.
● If both parties speak at the same time it may be difficult to hear.
● If the received call volume is overly loud, an echo may be heard.
● Try to face the microphone as much as possible when speaking.
● In the following circumstances it may be difficult to hear the other party.
• When driving on unsealed roads
• When driving at high speeds
• If the window is open
• If the air-conditioning is blowing directly on the microphone
• If the air-conditioning is set to high
■ Conditions under which th e system will not operate
● If using a mobile phone that does not support Bluetooth
®.
● If the mobile phone is switched off.
● If you are outside service range.
● If the mobile phone is not connected.
● If the mobile phone’s battery is low.
■ Bluetooth
® antenna
The antenna is built into the display. If the mobile phone is behind the seat or
in the console box, or touching or covered by metal objects, connection sta-
tus may deteriorate.
■ Battery charge/Signal status
This display may not correspond exactly with the mobile phone itself.