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Selecting a disc in the CD or DVD playerPress to select the CD or DVD mode.
Press and hold ∧ or ∨ on until you hear a beep.
Selecting an album
Press to select Bluetooth
® audio mode.
Press and hold ∧ or ∨ on until you hear a beep.
Selecting a folder
Press to select CD (only when MP3/WMA disc is in use) or
USB memory mode.
Press and hold ∧ or ∨ on until you hear a beep.
■Canceling automatic seek 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 incoming call volume is overly loud, an echo may be heard.
●Try to face toward the microphone as much as possible when speaking.
●In the following circumstances, it may be difficult to hear the other party:
• When driving on unpaved roads
• When driving at high speeds
• If a window is open
• If the air conditioning is blowing directly on the microphone
• If the air conditioning is set to high
• There is an effect from the network of the cellular phone
■Conditions under which the 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 status may dete-
riorate.
■Battery charge/Signal status
This display may not correspond exactly with the mobile phone itself.
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■When using Bluetooth® audio and hands-free system at the same time
The following problems may occur.
●The Bluetooth® connection may be cut.
●Noise may be heard on the Bluetooth® audio playback.
■About the phonebook in this system
The following data is stored for every registered phone. When another phone is
connecting, you cannot read the registered data.
●Phonebook data
●Vo i c e t a g
●All of call history
●Speed dial
When you delete the phone, the above-mentioned data is also deleted.
■When you release your car
Be sure to initialize your data. ( →P. 2 3 8 )
■About Bluetooth®
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of
Bluetooth SIG. Inc.
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■Reconnecting to the Bluetooth® phone
If the system cannot connect due to poor signal strength with the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, the system will automat-
ically attempt to reconnect.
If the phone is turned off, the system will not attempt to reconnect. In this case, it
must be connected manually, or the phone must be re-selected or re-entered.
■Connecting the phone while Bluetooth® audio is playing
●Bluetooth® audio will stop temporarily.
●It may take time to connect.
■Help icon
When “?” is displayed on the screen, an explanation of the function can be dis-
played.
To display the explanation of the function, touch “?” and choose the desired func-
tion.
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■When another Bluetooth® device is connected while registering or selecting a
phone
When another Bluetooth
® device is connected, a confirmation message will be dis-
played. If you want to disconnect it, touch “Yes”.
■When Bluetooth® audio is connected while registering a phone
When you register your phone, Bluetooth
® audio will disconnect. It will reconnect
automatically when you finish registration. It will not be reconnected depending on
the phone you are using.
■Connecting the phone while Bluetooth® audio is playing
Bluetooth
® audio will disconnect. It will reconnect automatically when you finish
registration. It will not be reconnected depending on the phone you are using.
■Setting the “Handsfree Power”
The state changes between “On” and “Off” every time you select “Handsfree
Power” on the “Connect Phone” screen. When “Handsfree Power” is “On”, the
Bluetooth
® phone is automatically connected when you turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
■Editing the “Device Name”
If you change a device name, the name registered in your cellular phone is not
changed.
■About “Device Address”
This address is specific to the system and cannot be changed. If you have registered
two Bluetooth
® phones with the same device name and you cannot distinguish one
from the other, refer to this address.
■When you delete a Bluetooth® phone
The phonebook data will be deleted at the same time.
■Connecting the phone by voice recognition
“Connect Phone” includes “Select Phone”, “Add New Phone” and “Handsfree
Power Off (On)” can be operated by voice recognition. ( →P. 3 4 7 )
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■Phonebook data
Phonebook data is managed for every re gistered phone. When another phone is
connecting, you cannot read the registered data.
■Setting the phonebook in a different way (To display the “Contacts” screen)
Display the “Phone” screen. ( →P. 3 3 8 )
Touch “Contacts” on the “Phone” screen.
Touch “Options” on the “Contacts” screen.
Touch “Manage Contacts” on the “Contacts” screen.
■When transferring a phone number
Transfer the phone number while engine is running.
■When you have selected “Replace Contacts” to transfer the phone number
●If your cellular phone does not support PBAP or OPP service, you cannot use
this function.
●If your phone supports PBAP service, you can transfer the phonebook data
without operating your phone.
●If your phone does not support PBAP service, you must transfer the phonebook
data by operating your phone.
■When you have selected “Add Contacts” to transfer the phone number
If your cellular phone does not support OPP service, you can not use this function.
You can transfer the phonebook data only by operating your phone.
■When another Bluetooth® device is connected during transferring a phonebook
When another Bluetooth
® device is connected, a confirmation message will be dis-
played.
If you want to disconnect it, touch “Yes”.
■Transferring the phone number while Bluetooth® audio is playing
Bluetooth
® audio will disconnect. It will reconnect automatically when data transfer
finishes. (It will not be reconnected depending on the phone you are using.)
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■Editing the passcode
Display the “Bluetooth
* Information” screen. (→P. 3 7 7 )
Touch “Edit” of “Passcode” on the “Bluetooth
* Information”
screen.
Input a passcode, and touch “OK”.
Touch “Save” on the “Bluetooth
* Information” screen.
*: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG. Inc.
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■While driving
You cannot change the state of “Handsfree Power” from “On” to “Off” while driving.
■About “Device Name”
The device names are common Bluetooth
 audio and Bluetooth phone.
If you change the device name of the phone, the device name of the audio
will change at same time. However, passcodes can be set separately.
■To return to the default detailed phone settings
Touch “Default”, and then “Yes”.
If the state of “Handsfree Power” is changed from “Off” to “On”, Bluetooth
 con-
nection will begin.
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NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle inte-
rior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, alkalineor acidic solutions, dye, or bleach.
• Seats: Acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, or alcohol.
●Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other interior
part’s painted surface may be damaged.
■Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of leather
surfaces.
●Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. Park
the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
●Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or that contain wax on the upholstery, as
they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly.
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes into
contact with electrical components under the floor of the vehicle, and may also
cause the body to rust.
■Cleaning the inside of the rear window
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to
the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm
water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes running par-
allel to the heater wires.
●Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.
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