2009 TOYOTA PRIUS Owners Manual

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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 devi ce 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
STEP2

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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 controlled 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 volume
Press “+” 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
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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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Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
The hands-free system is a function that allows you to use your
mobile phone without touching it.
This system supports Bluetooth
® mobile phones. Bluetooth® is a
wireless data system that allows th e mobile phone to wirelessly con-
nect to the hands-free syst em and make/receive calls.
Telephone switch
Sending/Receiving/“Tele-
phone” screen display
(when stopped)
End call
Microphone The person you are speaking
to can be heard from the
driver’s side speaker.
To use the hands-free system yo u must register your Bluetooth
®
phone in the system. (P. 274)

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Status displayYou can check such indicators as signal strength and battery charge
on the “Telephone” screen.
Connection status
Battery charge
Call area
Signal strength
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IndicatorsConditions
Connection status Blue: Good
Ye l l o w : B a d
: Not connected
Battery charge : Full
: Low
Call area “Rm”: Roaming area
“Hm”: Home area
Signal strength : Good
: Bad
: Not connected

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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.

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■About Bluetooth®
■Compatible models
Compatible with HFP (Hands Free Profile) Ver. 1.0 and OPP (Object Push
Profile) Ver. 1.1.
If you cellular phone does not support HFP, you cannot enter the Bluetooth
®
phone. If you cellular phone supports OPP alone, you cannot use the Blue-
tooth® phone.
■ Certification for the hands-free system
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210. Opera-
tion is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of
Bluetooth SIG. Inc.
FCC ID: BABBT003A
IC ID: 2024B-BT003A