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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 possible 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 th e 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.
NOTICE
■CDs and adapters that cannot be used

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■CD player precautions

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Optimal use of the audio system
Ty p e A
Ty p e B
Adjusting the sound quality
Changing the sound quality modes Changing the listening position
Adjusting the ASL
Adjusting the sound quality
Changing the sound quality modes Adjusting the ASL

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Adjusting the Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)Press .
The ASL switches between on and off modes each time is
pressed.
ASL automatically adjusts the volume an d tone quality according to the noise
level as you drive your vehicle.
Changing the listening position (type A only)
The sound feel setting can be changed to produce the best sound for
each listening position.
Press (position selector) to change the setting.
The display changes as follows each time is pressed.
Adjusting sound quality and volume balance ■ Changing sound quality modes
Press
Pressing changes the sound mode in the following order.
“BAS”
“MID”
“TRE”
“FAD”
“BAL”
“SURROUND”*
*: Type B only
DisplayListening position
“DRIVER”Position best suited to the driver’s seat
“FRONT”Position best suited to the driver’s and front passenger
seats
“REAR”Position best suited to the rear seats
“A L L ”Position best suited to all seats

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Adjusting sound quality
Press or to adjust the level.
*1: The sound quality level is adjusted individually in each AM, FM or CD mode.
*2: Type B only
■Surround sound system (type B only)
When the surround mode is on, the matrix 7.1 surround sound system provides a
realistic sound field.
Mode
displayedSound qual- ity modeLevelPress
Press 
“BAS”*1Bass-5 to 5
LowHigh“MID”*1Mid-range-5 to 5
“TRE”*1Tr e b l e-5 to 5
“FAD”
Front/rear volume
balance
F7 to R7Shifts to rearShifts to front
“BAL”
Left/right volume
balance
L7 to R7Shifts to leftShifts to right
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Using the AUX adapter
■Operating portable audio devices connected to the audio system
The volume can be adjusted using the vehicle's audio controls. All other adjust-
ments 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 listen to it
through the vehicle’s speakers.
Open the cover and connect
the portable audio device.
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Using the steering wheel audio switches
Turning on the powerPress when the audio system is turned off.
The audio system can be turned off by holding down for 1 second or
more.
Changing the audio source
Press when the audio system is turned on. The audio source
changes as follows each time is pressed. If no discs are inserted in
the player, that mode will be skipped.
FM1
FM2
CD changer
AUX
AM
SAT1
SAT2
SAT3
Adjusting the volume
Press “+” on to increase the volume and “-” to decrease the vol-
ume.
Hold down to continue increasing or decreasing the volume.
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Turns the power on, select
audio source
Vo l u m e
Radio: Select radio stations
CD: Select tracks, files (MP3
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Selecting a radio stationPress to select the radio mode.
Press “”or “ ” on to select a radio station.
To scan for receivable stations, press and hold until you hear a
beep.
Selecting a track/file
Press to select the CD mode.
Press “” or “” on to select the desired track/file.
Selecting a disc in the CD player
Press to select the CD mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “” on until a beep is heard.
CAUTION
■To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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Interior lights list
Your Lexus is equipped with the illuminated entry system to assist in enter-
ing the vehicle. Owing to the function of the system, the lights shown in the
following illustration automatically turn on/off according to the presence of
the electronic key, whether the door s are locked/unlocked, whether the
doors are opened/closed, and the “ENGINE START STOP” switch mode.
Front personal lights (
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Front interior light (
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Front overhead courtesy light
Rear personal lights (
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Rear interior light
Rear overhead courtesy light
Shift lever light (when “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode)
Front foot well lighting