2011 Lexus GS350 engine

310
3-3. Using the audio system
GS_G_U (OM30C11U)
October 28, 2011 5:15 pm
Connecting Bluetooth® audio player
To use the Bluetooth
® audio system, you need to enter your portable
player into the system. Once registered, you can enjoy your music on the
vehicle’s audio system. ( →P. 243)
For the operation procedure for the portable player, consult your player’s
accompanying instruction manual.
■ When the connection method is set to “From Vehicle”
When auto connection is on
When the portable player is on standby for the connection, it will be
automatically connected whenever the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is in either ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
When auto connection is off
Manually connect the portable player in accordance with the following
procedure.
Touch “Connect”.
A message is shown if connection
has been successful.
If connection fails, a message will
be displayed and connection will
be re-attempted.

314
3-3. Using the audio system
GS_G_U (OM30C11U)
October 28, 2011 5:15 pm
■Compatible models
Portable players must correspond to the following specifications:
●Bluetooth® specification
Ve r. 1 .1 o r h i g h e r
(Recommended: Ver. 2.0+EDR or higher)
●Profile
• A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher
• AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher
(Recommended: Ver. 1.3 or higher)
However, please note that some functions may be limited depending on the type of
portable player.
Please go to the website at http://www.lexus.com/
to find approved portable play-
ers for this system.
■Certification
→ P. 3 3 6
■Reconnecting the portable player
If the portable player is disconnected with a poor reception when the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, the system
automatically reconnects the portable player.
If you have switched off the portable player yourself, follow the instructions below to
reconnect:
●Select the portable player again
●Enter the portable player
■When transferring ownership of your vehicle
Be sure to remove the registered portable player from the system.

340
3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
GS_G_U (OM30C11U)
October 28, 2011 5:15 pm
Bluetooth® phone connection
There are two connection methods available — automatic and manual. Automatic When you register your phone,
auto connection will be activated.
Always set it to this mode and
leave the Bluetooth
® phone on the
place where connection can be
established.
When the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is turned to
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode, the system will search for a
nearby cellular phone you have
registered. Next, the system auto-
matically connects with the most
recent of the phones connected to
in the past. Then, the connection
result is displayed.

342
3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
GS_G_U (OM30C11U)
October 28, 2011 5:15 pm
■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.

359
3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
3
Interior features
GS_G_U (OM30C11U)
October 28, 2011 5:15 pm
■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 )

366
3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
GS_G_U (OM30C11U)
October 28, 2011 5:15 pm
■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.)
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

378
3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
GS_G_U (OM30C11U)
October 28, 2011 5:15 pm
■Changing the handsfree power
The Bluetooth
 phone is automatically connected when you turn the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode. You can change this state to “On” or “Off”.
Display the “Bluetooth
* Information” screen. (→P. 3 7 7 )
Touch “Handsfree Power” on the “Bluetooth
* Information”
screen.
Touch “On” or “Off”, and then
“Save”.
*: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG. Inc.
■Editing the device name
Display the “Bluetooth
* Information” screen. (→P. 3 7 7 )
Touch “Edit” of “Device Name” on the “Bluetooth
* Information”
screen.
Input the device name, and touch “OK”.
Touch “Save” on the “Bluetooth
* Information” screen.
*: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG. Inc.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

382
GS_G_U (OM30C11U)
October 28, 2011 5:15 pm
3-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Illuminated entry system: The various lights automatically turn on/off
according to the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are
locked/unlocked, whether the doors are open/closed, and the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch mode.
When the instrument panel light control switch is turned to minimum, the foot
lights, inside door handle lights and shift lever light will turn off. (→P. 1 4 6 )
Outer foot light
Steering spot light
Front personal lights
(→P. 384)
Shift lever light
Front interior lights( →P. 383)
Inside door handle lightsRear personal lights (→P. 384)
Rear interior lights
Door courtesy lights
Foot light
Front scuff light