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3-3. Using the audio system
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Status display
You can check such indicators as signal strength and battery charge on
the screen.
Connection status
Battery charge
IndicatorsConditions
Connection status
Blue: Good
Yellow: Bad
: Not connected
Battery chargeFullEmpty

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3-3. Using the audio system
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■When using the Bluetooth® audio system
●In the following conditions, the system may not function.
• The portable player is turned off
• The portable player is not connected
• The portable player battery is low
●There may be a delay if phone connection is carried out during Bluetooth®
audio play.
●Depending on the type of portable player that is connected to the system, oper-
ation may differ slightly and certain functions may not be available.
■Bluetooth® antenna
The antenna is built into the instrument panel. If the portable player is behind the
seat or in the glove box or console box, or is touching or covered by metal objects,
connection status may deteriorate.
■Battery charge/signal status
This display may not correspond exactly with the portable player, and this system
does not have a charging function.
■About Bluetooth®
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Blue-
tooth SIG. Inc.

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3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
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January 28, 2010 10:42 am
Status display
You can check indicators such as signal strength and battery charge on
the “Phone” screen.
Connection status
Battery charge
Call area
Signal strength
IndicatorsConditions
Connection status
Blue: Good
Yellow: Bad
: Not connected
Battery chargeFullEmpty
Call area“Rm”: Roaming area
“Hm”: Home area
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3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
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Interior features
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January 28, 2010 10:42 am
■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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3-5. Using the interior lights
GS_HV_U (OM30C81U)
January 28, 2010 10:42 am
Interior lights
“ON”
“OFF”
“DOOR”
The interior lights are turned on/off
by the illuminated entry system.
■To prevent 12 volt battery discharge
If the interior lights, personal lights and steering spot light remain ON when the
door is not fully closed or the interior light switch in “DOOR” position, the lights will
go off automatically after 20 minutes.
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Setting (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed. 
(Customizable features
P. 6 1 9 )

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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
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January 28, 2010 1:38 pm
Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
■To prevent 12 volt battery discharge
Do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods while the hybrid system is off.
Slide the cover.
The light turns on when the
cover is opened.

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3-7. Other interior features
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January 28, 2010 1:38 pm
Clock
■The clock is displayed when
The “POWER” switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode.
■When the 12 volt battery is disconnected
The time display will automatically be set to 1:00.
■Adjust clock
With navigation system
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Without navigation system
Press .
Touch “Clock” on the “Setup” screen.
Touch “-”, “+” or “:00” (Rounds to the nearest hour).
Touch “Save”.
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3-7. Other interior features
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January 28, 2010 1:38 pm
Power outlet
■The power outlet can be used when
The “POWER” switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the power outlet
Close the power outlet lid when not in use. 
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short circuit.
■To prevent the fuse from being blown
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12V/10A.
■To prevent 12 volt battery discharge
Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off.
The power outlet can be used for 12V accessories that run on less than
10A.