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nDisplay
Up to 12 characters can be displayed at a time.
If there are 13 characters or more, pressing and holding
or for
1 second or more will display the remaining characters.
A maximum of 24 characters can be displayed.
If or is pressed for 1 second or more again or has not been
pressed for 6 seconds or more, the display will return to the first 12 charac-
ters.
Depending on the contents recorded, the characters may not be displayed
properly or may not be displayed at all.
n Canceling random playback
Press
(RAND) or (RAND) again.
n Canceling repeat play
Press (RPT) or (RPT) again.
n Error messages
“ERROR”: This indicates a trouble either in the CD or inside the player.
The CD may be dirty, damaged or inserted up-side down.
“NO MUSIC”:This indicates that the MP 3/WMA file is not included in the CD.
n Discs that can be used
Discs with the marks shown below can be used.
Playback may not be possible depending on recording format or disc fea-
tures, or due to scratches, dirt or deterioration.
n CD player protection feature
To protect the internal components, playback is automatically stopped when
a problem is detected while the CD player is being used.
n If CDs are left inside the CD player or in the ejected position for
extended periods
CDs may be damaged and may not play properly.
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n
Lens cleaners
Do not use lens cleaners. Doing so may damage the CD player.
n MP3 and WMA files
MP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER3) is a standard audio compression format.
Files can be compressed to approximately 1/10 of their original size by using
MP3 compression.
WMA (Windows Media
TM Audio) is a Microsoft audio compression format.
This format compresses audio data to a size smaller than that of the MP3
format.
There is a limit to the MP3 and WMA file standards and to the media/formats
recorded by them that can be used.
l MP3 file compatibility
• Compatible standards
MP3 (MPEG1 LAYER3, MPEG2 LSF LAYER3)
• Compatible sampling frequencies MPEG1 LAYER3: 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 16, 22.05, 24 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (compatible with VBR) MPEG1 LAYER3: 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 160, 192, 224, 256, 320 (kbps)
MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 144, 160 (kbps)
• Compatible channel modes: stereo, joint stereo, dual channel and monaural
l WMA file compatibility
• Compatible standards
WMA Ver. 7, 8, 9
• Compatible sampling frequencies 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (only compatible with 2-channel playback) Ver. 7, 8: CBR 48, 64, 80, 96, 128, 160, 192 (kbps)
Ver. 9: CBR 48, 64, 80, 96, 128, 160, 192, 256, 320 (kbps)
l Compatible media
Media that can be used for MP3 and WMA playback are CD-Rs and CD-
RWs.
Playback in some instances may not be possible, depending on the status
of the CD-R or CD-RW. Playback may not be possible or the audio may
jump if the disc is scratched or marked with fingerprints.
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l
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.
l 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, 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 the registered trade- marks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
NOTICE
n CDs and adapters that cannot be used ( →P. 179)
n CD player precautions ( →P. 180)
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 158
ABSABS ...................................... 135
Warning light ........................ 294
Air conditioning filter .............. 254
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 254
Air conditioning system ........ 158
Airbags Airbag operating conditions .... 68
Airbag precautions for your
child...................................... 72
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions ............................. 68
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................... 72
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 77
General airbag precautions .... 72
Indicators ................................ 77
Locations of airbags ............... 65
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................. 76
Proper driving posture ...... 63, 72
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 68
Side airbag precautions.......... 72
SRS airbags ........................... 65
Warning light ........................ 294
Alarm .......................................... 60
Antenna .................................... 172
Anti-lock brake system Anti-lock brake system ......... 135
Warning light ........................ 294
Armrest .................................... 206
Ashtrays ................................... 203
Audio input .............................. 190
Audio system
Antenna ................................ 172
Audio input ........................... 190
AUX adapter ......................... 190
CD player ............................. 175
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 181 Optimal use ...........................188
Portable music player............190
Radio .....................................169
Type ......................................166
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........110
Fluid ......................................334
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................316
Indicators...............................110
Shift lock system .... ...............316
AUX adapter .............................190
Auxiliary box ............................198
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............270
Wattage .................................337
Battery
Checking ...............................237
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................318
Preparing and checking before winter .......................141
Voltage ..................................334
Warning light .........................294
Bottle holders ...........................198
Brakes Fluid ......................................235
Parking brake ........................114
Specifications ........................335
Warning light .........................293
Break-in tips ...............................98
Care Exterior ..................................210
Interior ...................................212
Seat belts ..............................213
Cargo capacity .........................137
CD player ..................................175
Chains .......................................141A
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2-4. Using other driving systems ........................... 132
Cruise control ...................... 132
Driving assist systems ........ 135
2-5. Driving information ........... 137 Cargo and luggage ............. 137
Vehicle load limits ............... 140
Winter driving tips ............... 141
Trailer towing (except Canada) ............... 144
Trailer towing (Canada) ...... 145
Dinghy towing (vehicles with an automatic
transmission) .................... 153
Dinghy towing (vehicles with a
manual transmission)........ 154
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger...... 158
Air conditioning system ....... 158
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers .......................... 164
3-2. Using the audio system.... 166 Audio system types ............. 166
Using the radio .................... 169
Using the CD player ............ 175
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ........................ 181
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 188
Using the AUX adapter ....... 190 3-3. Using the interior lights ... 192
Interior lights list ................. 192
• Interior light ...................... 193
• Personal lights.................. 193
3-4. Using the storage features ........................... 194
List of storage features ....... 194
• Glove box ......................... 194
• Console box ..................... 195
• Cup holders (front) ........... 196
• Cup holders (rear) ............ 197
• Bottle holders ................... 198
• Auxiliary box ..................... 198
3-5. Other interior features ..... 200 Sun visors........................... 200
Vanity mirrors ..................... 201
Clock .................................. 202
Portable ashtray ................. 203
Cigarette lighter .................. 204
Power outlet ....................... 205
Armrest ............................... 206
Floor mat ............................ 207
4-1. Maintenance and care ...... 210 Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 210
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 212
4-2. Maintenance...................... 215 Maintenance requirements .................... 215
General maintenance ......... 217
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