2012 Lexus GS250 Video

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DVD video disc information
DVD video discs
A DVD video disc is a Digital Versatile Disc that holds video. DVD video
discs have adopted “MPEG2”, one of the world standards of digital com-
pression technologies. The picture data is compressed by 1/40 on average
and stored. Variable rate encoded technology in which the volume of data
assigned to the picture is changed depending on the picture format has also
been adopted. Audio data is stored using PCM and Dolby Digital, which
enables higher quality of sound. Furthermore, multi-angle and multi-lan-
guage features will also help you enjoy the more advanced technology of
DVD video.
Viewer restrictions
This feature limits what can be viewed in conformity with the level of
restrictions of the country. The level of restrictions varies depending on the
DVD video disc. Some DVD video discs cannot be played at all, or violent
scenes are skipped or replaced with other scenes.
Level 1: DVD video discs for children can be played.
Level 2-7: DVD video discs for children and G-rated movies can be
played.
Level 8: All types of DVD video discs can be played.
Multi-angle option
You can enjoy the same scene from different angles.
Multi-language option
You can select the subtitle and audio languages.
Region codes
The region codes are provided on DVD players and DVD discs. If the DVD
video disc does not have the same region code as the DVD player, you can-
not play the disc on the DVD player. (P. 489)
Audio
This DVD player can play linear PCM, Dolby Digital and MPEG audio for-
mat DVDs. Other decoded types cannot be played.

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Title and chapter
Video and audio programs stored in DVD video discs are divided into parts
by title and chapter.
Title: The largest unit of the video and audio programs stored on DVD
video discs. Usually, one movie, one album, or one audio program is
assigned as a title.
Chapter: A title is comprised of one or more chapters.
Sound
Dolby Digital
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-
D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
MP3 and WMA files
MP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER 3) is a standard audio compression format.
Files can be compressed to approximately 1/10 of their original size by using
MP3 compression.
WMA (Windows Media Audio) is a Microsoft audio compression format.
This format compresses audio data to a size smaller than that of the MP3 for-
mat.
There is a limit to the MP3 and WMA file standards that can be used and to
the media/formats on which the files are recorded.
MP3 file compatibility
• Compatible standards
MP3 (MPEG1 LAYER3, MPEG2 LSF LAYER3)
• Compatible sampling frequencies
MPEG1 LAYER3: 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 16, 22.05, 24 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (compatible with VBR)
MPEG1 LAYER3: 32, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 160, 192, 224, 256, 320
(kbps)
MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 8, 32, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 144, 160 (kbps)
• Compatible channel modes: stereo, joint stereo, dual channel and monau-
ral

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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.
• CD-R or CD-RW playback may not be possible in some instances,
depending on the characteristics of the disc.
• 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 encod-
ing and the file format, poor sound quality or noise at the start of play-
back may result. In some cases, playback may not be possible at all.
• When files other than MP3 or WMA files are recorded on a disc, it may
take more time to recognize the disc and in some cases, playback may
not be possible at all.
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are the registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
CAUTION
DVD video precaution
Conversational speech on some DVDs is recorded at a low volume to
emphasize the impact of sound effects. If you adjust the volume assuming
that the conversations represent the maximum volume level that the DVD
will play, you may be startled by louder sound effects or startled when you
change to a different audio source.
Loud sounds may have a significant impact on the human body or pose a
driving hazard. Keep this in mind when you adjust the volume.

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About Bluetooth®
Compatible models
Portable players must correspond to the following specifications:
Bluetooth® specification
Ver. 1.1 or higher
(Recommended: Ver. 2.1+EDR or higher)
Profile
• A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher
(Recommended: Ver. 1.2 or higher)
• AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher
(Recommended: Ver. 1.4 or higher)
However, please note that some functions may be limited depending on the
type of portable player. Also, the different screen is displayed depending on
which portable player is connecting.
Certification
P. 5 4 9
Reconnecting the portable player
If the portable player is disconnected with a poor reception when the engine
switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, the system automati-
cally 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. (P. 601) Bluetooth is a registered trademark of
Bluetooth SIG. Inc.

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iPod cover art
Depending on the iPod and the songs in the iPod, iPod cover art may be dis-
played. This function can be changed to “On” or “Off”. (P. 524)
It may take time to display iPod cover art, and the iPod may not be operated
while the cover art display is in process.
Only iPod cover art that is saved in JPEG format can be displayed.
iPod functions
When the iPod connected to the system includes iPod video, the system can
only output the sound by selecting “Video” on the “iPod” screen.
Depending on the iPod, the video sound may not be able to be heard.
When an iPod is connected and the audio source is changed to iPod mode,
the iPod will resume play from the same point in which it was last used.
Depending on the iPod that is connected to the system, certain functions
may not be available. If a function is unavailable due to a malfunction (as
opposed to a system specification), disconnecting the device and reconnect-
ing it once again may resolve the problem.
When using an iPod
You maybe unable to use the instrument panel power outlet if the iPod is con-
nected to the USB port at the same time.
Battery charge
When an iPod is connected using a genuine iPod cable, the iPod starts
charging its battery.
Error messages for iPod
“iPod error”:
This indicates a problem in the iPod or its connection.
“No music files found.”:
This indicates that there is no music data in the iPod.
“Please check the iPod firmware version.”:
This indicates that the software version is not compatible. Perform the iPod
firmware updates and try again.
“iPod authorization failed.”:
This indicates that it failed to authorize the iPod. Please check your iPod.

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Compatible models
The following iPod
®, iPod nano®, iPod classic®, iPod touch® and iPhone®
devices can be used with this system.
Made for
• iPod touch (4th generation)
• iPod touch (3rd generation)
• iPod touch (2nd generation)
• iPod touch (1st generation)
• iPod classic
• iPod with video
• iPod nano (6th generation)
• iPod nano (5th generation)
• iPod nano (4th generation)
• iPod nano (3rd generation)
• iPod nano (2nd generation)
• iPod nano (1st generation)
• iPhone 4
• iPhone 3GS
• iPhone 3G
• iPhone
Depending on differences between models or software versions etc., some
models might be incompatible with this system.

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Optimal use of the audio/video system
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, then select
“Setup”.
Select “Audio”.
Select “Sound settings”.
Select the “Sound” or “DSP”
tab.
After sound setting has been
changed, select “OK”.
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GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Press to select the DVD player.
Press “” or “” on to select a chapter.
MP3 disc or WMA disc
Press to select the DVD player.
Press “” or “” on to select a folder.
Press “” or “” on to select a file.
USB memory
Press to select the USB memory.
Press “” or “” on to select a folder.
Press “” or “” on to select a file.
Selecting a chapter (DVD video mode)
Selecting a file
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