2011 LEXUS RX350 radio

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RDS (Radio Data System) (type A and B)
This feature allows your radio to receive station identification information
and program information (classical, jazz, etc.) from radio stations which
broadcast this information.
nReceiving RDS broadcasts
Press “∧” or “∨” on during FM reception.
The type of program changes each time the button is pressed.
l“ROCK”
l“EASYLIS” (Easy listening)
l“CLS/JAZZ” (Classical music and Jazz)
l“R & B” (Rhythm and Blues)
l“INFORM” (Information)
l“RELIGION”
l“MISC” (Miscellaneous)
l“ALERT” (Emergency messages)
If the system receives no RDS stations, “NO PTY” appears on the dis-
play.
Press , or “∧” or “∨” on .
The radio seeks or scans for stations of the relevant program type.
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nDisplaying radio station names
Press .
nDisplaying radio text messages
Press twice.
A text message is displayed when “MSG” is shown on the screen.
If the text continues past the end of the display, is displayed. Press and
hold until you hear a beep.
XM® Satellite Radio (type A and B)
nReceiving XM® Satellite Radio
Press .
The display changes as follows each time the button is pressed:
“SAT1” → “SAT2” → “SAT3”
Turn to select the desired channel in all the categories or
press “∧” or “∨” on to select the desired channel in the
current category.
nSetting XM® Satellite Radio channel presets
Select the desired channel. Press and hold the button (from to
) the channel is to be set to until you hear a beep.
nChanging the channel category
Press “∧” or “∨” on .
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nScanning the XM® Satellite Radio channels
lScanning the channels in the current category
Press .
When the desired channel is reached, press the button
again.
lScanning the preset channels
Press and hold until you hear a beep.
When the desired channel is reached, press the button
again.
nDisplaying text information
Press .
The display will show up to 10 characters.
The display changes as follows each time the button is pressed:
lCH NAME
lTITLE (SONG/PROGRAM TITLE)
lNAME (ARTIST NAME/FEATURE)
lCH NUMBER
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nWhen the battery is disconnected
All preset stations are erased.
nReception sensitivity
lCargo loaded on the roof luggage carrier, especially metal objects, may
adversely affect the reception of XM® Satellite Radio (type A and B).
lIt is difficult to maintain perfect radio reception at all times due to the continually
changing position of the antenna, differences in signal strength and surrounding
objects, such as trains and transmitters.
lThe radio antenna is mounted inside the rear spoiler and the rear window. To
maintain clear radio reception, do not attach metallic window tinting or other
metallic objects to the antenna wire mounted inside the rear window.
nReceiving XM® Satellite Radio (type A and B)
An XM® Satellite Radio is a tuner designed exclusively to receive broadcasts pro-
vided under a separate subscription. Availability is limited to the 48 contiguous
states and 10 Canadian provinces.
lXM® subscriptions
For detailed information about XM® Satellite Radio or to subscribe:
U.S.A. ⎯
Visit on the web at www.siriusxm.com or call 1-877-515-3987.
Canada ⎯
Visit on the web at www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677.
lRadio ID
You will need the radio ID when activating XM® service or reporting a problem.
Select “CH000” using , and the receiver's 8-character ID number will
appear.
lSatellite tuner
The tuner supports only Audio Services (Music and Talk) and the accompanying
Text Information of XM® Satellite Radio.

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nIf the satellite radio does not operate normally
If a problem occurs with the XM® tuner, a message will appear on the display. Refer
to the table below to identify the problem, and take the suggested corrective action.
ANTENNA
The XM® antenna is not connected. Check whether
the XM® antenna cable is attached securely.
There is a short-circuit in the antenna or the surround-
ing antenna cable. See a Lexus certified dealer.
UNAUTH
You have not subscribed to the XM® Satellite Radio.
The radio is being updated with the latest encryption
code. Contact the XM® Satellite Radio for subscrip-
tion information. When a contract is canceled, you can
choose the “CH000” and all the free-to-air channels.
The premium channel you selected is not authorized.
Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio returns to the
previous channel or “CH001”. If it does not change
automatically, select another channel. If you want to lis-
ten to the premium channel, contact the XM® Satellite
Radio.
NO SIGNAL
The XM® signal is too weak at the current location.
Wait until your vehicle reaches a location with a stron-
ger signal.
LOADIN GThe unit is acquiring audio or program information.
Wait until the unit has received the information.
OFF AIRThe channel you selected is not broadcasting any pro-
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Contact the XM® Listener Care Center at 1-877-515-3987 (U.S.A.) or 1-877-
438-9677 (Canada).
nCertifications for the radio tuner
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encour-
aged to try to correct the interference by trying one or more of the following:
lReorienting or relocate the receiving antenna.
lIncreasing the separation between the equipment and receiver.
lConnecting the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
lConsulting the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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There is no song/program title or artist name/feature
associated with the channel at that time. No action
needed.
CH UNAVL
The channel you selected is no longer available. Wait
for about 2 seconds until the radio returns to the previ-
ous channel or “CH001”. If it does not change auto-
matically, select another channel.

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Using the steering wheel audio switches
Turning the power on
Press when the audio system is turned off.
The audio system can be turned off by holding the switch down for 1 second
or more.
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Turns the power on, selects
an audio source
Increases/decreases volume
Radio mode: Selects a radio
station
CD mode: Selects a track,
file (MP3 and
WMA) and disc
Bluetooth® audio mode
(type A and B):
Selects a track
and album
iPod mode (type A):
Selects a song
USB memory mode (type A):
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Changing the audio source
Press 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.
Type A:
FM1→FM2→SAT1→SAT2→SAT3→CD player→
Bluetooth® audio→AUX→iPod or USB memory→AM→FM1
Type B:
FM1→FM2→SAT1→SAT2→SAT3→CD player→
Bluetooth® audio→AUX→AM→FM1
Type C:
FM1→FM2→CD player→AUX→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 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.
Selecting a track/file or song
Press to select CD, Bluetooth® audio (type A and B), iPod
(type A) or USB memory (type A) mode.
Press “∧” or “∨” on to select the desired track/file or song.
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