2011 TOYOTA AVALON Owners Manual

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Using the AUX port
■Operating portable audio devices connected to the audio system
The volume can be adjusted using the vehicle’s audio controls. All other
adjustments must be made on the portable audio device itself.
This port can be used to connect a portable audio device and listen
to it using the vehicle’s speakers.
Open the cover and connect the portable audio device.
Press .

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Using the steering switches
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the
steering wheel.
Increases/decreases vol-
ume
Radio mode:
Selects radio stations
CD mode:
Selects tracks files
(MP3 and WMA) and
discs
iPod mode: Selects a song
USB memory mode:
Selects a file and folder
Bluetooth
® audio mode:
Selects a track and
album
Turns the power on, selects
an audio source

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Turning on the power
Press when the audio system is turned off.
The audio system can be turned off by holding the switch down until you
hear a beep.
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 a CD is not
inserted, that mode will be skipped.
FM SAT CD CD changer (type A only) USB/iPod

AUX Bluetooth
® audio AM
Adjusting the volume
Press “+” on to increase the volume and “-” to decrease the
volume.
Press and hold the switch to continue increasing or decreasing the vol-
ume.
Selecting a radio station
Press to select the radio mode.
Press “” or “” on to select a preset station.
To scan for receivable stations, press and hold the switch until you
hear a beep.

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Selecting a track/file or song
Press to select the CD, iPod, USB memory or
Bluetooth
® audio mode.
Press “” or “” on to select the desired track/file or
folder.
Selecting a folder or album
Press to select the CD, USB memory or Bluetooth
®
audio mode.
Press and hold “” or “” on until you hear a beep.
Selecting a disc in the CD player (type A only)
Press to select the CD mode.
Press and hold “” or “” on until you hear a beep.
CAUTION
■To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.

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3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system
Bluetooth® audio system
The Bluetooth® audio system enables you to enjoy music played on
a portable digital audio player (portable player) from the vehicle
speakers via wireless communication.
This audio system supports Bluetooth
®, a wireless data system
capable of playing portable audio music without cables. If your por-
table player does not support Bluetooth
®, the Bluetooth® audio sys-
tem will not function.
Vehicles with a navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should
refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Vehicles without a navigation system
TitlePage
Using the Bluetooth® audio systemP. 280
Operating a Bluetooth® enabled portable playerP. 287
Setting up a Bluetooth® enabled portable playerP. 289
Bluetooth® audio system setupP. 295

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■Conditions under which the system will not operate
●If using a portable player that does not support Bluetooth
®
●If the portable player is switched off
●If the portable player is not connected
●If the portable player’s battery is low
●If the portable player is behind the seat or in the glove box or console box
●If metal is covering or touching the portable player
■When transferring ownership of the vehicle
Be sure to initialize the system to prevent personal data from being improp-
erly accessed. (P. 323)
■About Bluetooth
®
■Compatible models
●Bluetooth
® specifications:
Ver. 1.2, or higher (Recommended: Ver. 2.0+EDR or higher)
●Following Profiles:
• A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher
• AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher
(Ver. 1.3 or higher recommended)
Portable players must correspond to the above specifications in order to be
connected to the Bluetooth
® audio system. However, please note that some
functions may be limited depending on the type of portable player.
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of
Bluetooth SIG. Inc.

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■Certification for the Bluetooth® audio system
Type A
FCC ID: BABFT0001A
IC ID: 2024B-FT0001A
MADE IN CHINA
Type B
FCC ID: L2C0045TR
IC ID: 3432A-0045TR
MADE IN MEXICO
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION
■FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications in construction not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
Radio frequency exposure. This device is approved for Mobile Application
only and, to comply with applicable FCC radio frequency exposure regula-
tions, must be used with a distance of at least 7.9 in. (20 cm) between the
antenna and the body of any person at all time during use.
■While driving
Do not connect portable players or operate the controls.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to portable players
Do not leave portable players in the vehicle. The temperature inside the
vehicle may become high, resulting in damage to the player.

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Using the Bluetooth® audio system
■Audio unit
Display
A message, name, number,
etc. is displayed.
Lower-case characters
and special characters
cannot be displayed.
Selects items such as menu
and number
Turn: Selects an item
Press: Inputs the selected
item
Bluetooth
® connection con-
dition
If “BT” is not displayed,
the Bluetooth® audio sys-
tem cannot be used.