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●MP3 file compatibility
• Compatible standardsMP3 (MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERII, III, MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERII, III,
MPEG2.5)
• Compatible sampling frequencies MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 16, 22.05, 24 (kHz)
MPEG2.5: 8, 11.025, 12 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (compatible with VBR) MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 32-320 (kbps)
MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 32-160 (kbps)
MPEG2.5: 32-160 (kbps)
• Compatible channel modes: stereo, joint stereo, dual channel and monaural
●WMA file compatibility
• Compatible standards
WMA Ver. 9
• Compatible sampling frequencies HIGH PROFILE 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates HIGH PROFILE 32-320 (kbps, VBR)
●File names
The only files that can be recognized as MP3/WMA and played are those with
the extension .mp3 or .wma.
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●ID3 and WMA tags
ID3 tags can be added to MP3 files, making it possible to record the track title,
artist name, etc.
The system is compatible with ID3 Ver. 1.0, 1.1, and Ver. 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 ID3 tags.
(The number of characters is based on ID3 Ver. 1.0 and 1.1.)
WMA tags can be added to WMA files, making it possible to record the track
title and artist name in the same way as with ID3 tags.
●MP3 and WMA playback
• When a device containing MP3 or WMA files is connected, all files in the USB memory device are checked. Once the file check is finished, the first
MP3 or WMA file is played. To make the file check finish more quickly, we
recommend that you do not include any files other than MP3 or WMA files
or create any unnecessary folders.
• When the USB device is connected and the audio source is changed to USB memory mode, the USB device will start playing the first file in the first
folder. If the same device is removed and reinserted (and the contents have
not been changed), the USB device will resume play from the same point in
which it was last used.
●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.
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●Playback
• To play MP3 files with steady sound quality, we recommend a fixed bit rate of at least 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz.
• 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.
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Do not connect USB players or operate the controls.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to USB memory
●Do not leave USB memory in the vehicle. The temperature inside the vehicle may
become high, resulting in damage to the player.
●Do not push down on or apply unnecessary pressure to the USB memory while it
is connected as this may damage the USB memory or its terminal.
●Do not insert foreign objects into the port as this may damage the USB memory
or its terminal.
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Optimal use of the audio system
Adjusting sound quality and volume balance■ Changing sound quality modes
Press the “TUNE/SEL” knob.
Pressing the button changes sound modes in the following order:
“BAS” → “MID” → “TRE” → “FAD” → “BAL” → “A S L ”
Displays the current mode
Changes the following set-
tings:
• Sound quality and volume balance
→ P. 4 5 0
The sound quality and balance
setting can be changed to pro-
duce the best sound.
• Automatic Sound Levelizer
on/off
→ P. 4 5 0
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Adjusting sound quality
Turning the “TUNE/SEL” knob adjusts the level.
*: The sound quality level is adjusted individually in each audio mode.
Turning the Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL) on/off
Turning the “TUNE/SEL” knob clockwise turns on the ASL, and turning
the “TUNE/SEL” knob counterclockwise turns off the ASL.
ASL automatically adjusts the volume an d tone quality according to the noise
level as you drive your vehicle.
Mode
displayedSound
quality modeLevelTu r n c o u n t e r - clockwiseTu r n
clockwise
“BAS”Bass*-5 to 5
LowHigh“MID”Mid-range*-5 to 5
“TRE”Tr e b l e*-5 to 5
“FAD”
Front/rear volume
balance
F7 to R7Shifts to rearShifts to front
“BAL”
Left/right volume
balance
L7 to R7Shifts to leftShifts to right
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Using the AUX adapter
■Operating portable audio devices connected to the audio system
The volume can be adjusted using the vehicle’s audio controls. All other adjust-
ments must be made on the portable audio device itself.
■When using a portable audio device 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 listen to it
through the vehicle’s speakers.
Slide the auxiliary box lid.
Open the cover and connect
the portable audio device.
Press the “AUX•USB” button.STEP1
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Using the steering wheel audio switches
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Increases/decreases volume
Radio mode: Selects a radio station
CD mode: Selects a track, file (MP3 and
WMA) and disc
Bluetooth
® audio mode:
Selects a track and
album
iPod
® mode: Selects a song
USB memory mode: Selects a file and folder
Turns the power on, selects
an audio source
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Turning the power onPress the “MODE” button 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 the “MODE” button when the audio system is turned on. The audio
source changes as follows each time the button is pressed. If no discs are
inserted in the player, that mode will be skipped. FM1 → FM2 → SAT1 → SAT2 → SAT3 → CD player →
Bluetooth
® audio → AUX → iPod® or USB memory → AM → FM1
Adjusting the volume
Press “+” on to increase the volume and “-” to decrease the vol-
ume.
Hold down the button to continue increasing or decreasing the volume.
Selecting a radio station Press the “MODE” button to select radio mode.
Press “∧” or “ ∨” on to select a radio station.
To scan for receivable stations, press and hold “ ∧” or “ ∨” on the button
until you hear a beep.
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