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●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 files 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, depending 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 registered trade-
marks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
NOTICE
■ CDs and adapters that cannot be used ( P. 312)
■ CD player precautions ( P. 313) 
     
        
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Optimal use of the audio system
Using the audio control function■ Changing sound quality modes
Pressing   selects the mode to be changed in the following
order.
BAS   MID*
1   TRE   FA D    BAL  ASL   RSE*2
*1: Type C only
*
2: Vehicles with rear seat entertainment system
■ Adjusting sound quality
Turning   adjusts the level.
Displays the current mode
Changes the following set-
tings
●Sound quality and vol-
ume balance 
The sound quality and bal-
ance settings can be
changed to produce the
best sound.
●Automatic Sound Level-
izer on/off 
( P. 324)
● Rear seat entertainment
system lock on/off
( P. 324) 
     
        
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*: The sound quality level is adjusted individually in each radio mode orCD mode.
■ Adjusting the Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)
When ASL is selected, turning   to the right changes the
amount of ASL in the order of LOW, MID and HIGH.
Turning   to the left turns ASL off.
ASL automatically adjusts the volume and tone quality according to vehi-
cle speed.
■Setting the rear seat entertainment system lock (if equipped)
When RSE is selected, turn
 until ON/OFF is dis-
played.
The rear seat entertainment sys-
tem lock remains on, even when
the engine switch is turned off.
Mode 
displayedSound qual- ity modeLevelTurn to the  leftTurn to the right
BASBass*-5 to 5
LowHighMIDMid-range*
(type C only)-5 to 5
TRETreble*-5 to 5
FA D
Front/rear  volume 
balance
R7 to F7Shifts to rearShifts to  front
BAL
Left/right volume 
balance
L7 to R7Shifts to leftShifts to right 
     
        
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Using the AUX adapter
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 . 
     
        
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■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 or
cigarette lighter
Noise may occur during playback. Use the battery power source of the por-
table audio device to reduce noise. 
     
        
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Using the steering wheel audio switches (if equipped)
Turning on the powerPress   when the audio system is turned off.
The audio system can be turned off by holding the switch down until the
system turns off.
Changing the audio sourcePress   when the audio system  is turned on. The audio source
changes as follows, each time   is pressed.
CD player without changer:
FM1  FM2  CD  AUX  AM
CD player with changer:
FM1  FM2  CD changer   AUX AMSAT1*  SAT2*  SAT3*
*
: Type B and C
Some audio features can be cont rolled using the switches on the
steering wheel.
Vo l u m e
Radio: Select radio stations
CD: Select tracks, files
(MP3 and WMA) and discs
Power on, select audio
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Adjusting the volumePress “+” on   to increase the volume and “–” to decrease the
volume.
Press and hold “+” or “–” on   to continue increasing or decreasing
the volume.
Selecting a radio station Press   to select the radio mode.
Press “” or “ ” on   to select a preset station.
To scan for receivable stations, press and hold the switch 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 (CD player with changer only)
Press   to select the CD mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “ ” on   until you want to listen to is
set.
CAUTION
■ To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel. 
     
        
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Rear seat entertainment system (if equipped)
The rear seat entertainment system is designed for the rear passen-
gers to enjoy audio and DVD vide o separately from the front audio
system.
Front separated type seats
Power outlet main switch
Front audio system
DVD player
Display
Rear seat entertainment system remote controller
A/V input adapter
Power outlet