2012 Lexus GS250 battery

4365-3. Using the audio system
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary when the engine is
off.
To avoid damaging the audio system
Take care not to spill drinks or other fluids on the audio system.

4665-3. Using the audio system
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Press .
Press the button again to turn the system back on.
If you select
The display returns to the previous screen.
EON (Enhanced Other Network) system (for traffic announcement function)
If the RDS station (with EON data) you are listening to is not broadcasting a
traffic information program and the audio system is in the TA (Traffic
announcement) mode, the radio will be switched automatically to a station
broadcasting a traffic information program in the EON AF list when traffic
information begins.
When listening to a disc
When the traffic information program starts, the disc playback mode is inter-
rupted and the traffic information is automatically broadcasted. When the
program ends, the initial operation resumes.
When the battery is disconnected
All preset stations are erased.
Reception sensitivity
Maintaining perfect radio reception at all times is difficult due to the contin-
ually changing position of the antenna, differences in signal strength and
surrounding objects, such as trains, transmitters, etc.
The radio antenna is mounted inside the rear quarter window. To maintain
clear radio reception, do not attach metallic window tinting or other metal-
lic objects to the antenna wire mounted inside the rear quarter window.
About Time shift
The times at which playback is possible depend on the bit rate of the DAB
station to be recorded, the amount of DAB unit memory, and the time at
which reception of the broadcast began.
Silencing the sound

5005-3. Using the audio system
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)You can check such indicators as signal strength and battery charge
on the screen.
Connection status
Battery charge
Status display
1
2
IndicatorsConditions
Connection statusGood
No
connection
Battery chargeFullEmpty

5075-3. Using the audio system
5
Interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
If you select
The display returns to the previous screen.
Connecting Bluetooth® audio player
Selecting “Connect portable player” on the “Bluetooth*” screen also con-
nects a Bluetooth® audio player. (P. 606)
When none of the selectable portable players have been registered, a screen
confirming registration is displayed. The registration method is the same as
phone registration. (P. 599)
When the currently connected portable player is selected, a screen confirm-
ing the selected player’s disconnection is displayed. (P. 599)
If connection fails once, a changing connection method confirmation screen
is displayed. If connection fails 2 or more times, a message will be dis-
played. When this message is displayed, try again.
*: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG. Inc.
When using the Bluetooth® audio system
In the following conditions, the system may not function.
• The portable player is turned off
• The portable player is not connected
• The portable player battery is low
There may be a delay if phone connection is carried out during Bluetooth®
audio play.
Depending on the type of portable player that is connected to the system,
operation may differ slightly and certain functions may not be available.
Bluetooth® antenna
The antenna is built into the instrument panel. If the portable player is behind
the seat or in the glove box or console box, or is touching or covered by
metal objects, connection status may deteriorate.
Battery charge/signal status
This display may not correspond exactly with the portable player, and this
system does not have a charging function.

5305-3. Using the audio system
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
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.

5445-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Adjusting the volume
Press to increase the volume
and to decrease the volume.
Hold the switch in that position to
continue increasing or decreasing
the volume.
Back switch
Press .
To return to the previous screen.
You can check indicators such as signal strength and battery charge
on the “Telephone” screen.
Connection status
Battery charge
Call area
Signal strength
Steering switch
1
2
Status display
1
2
3
4

5455-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
5
Interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
IndicatorsConditions
Connection statusGood
No
connection
Battery chargeFullEmpty
Call area“Rm”: Roaming area
Signal strengthExcellentPoor

5465-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
When using the hands-free system
The audio system is muted when making a call.
If both parties speak at the same time, it may be difficult to hear.
If the incoming call volume is overly loud, an echo may be heard.
Try to face toward the microphone as much as possible when speaking.
In the following circumstances, it may be difficult to hear the other party:
• When driving on unpaved roads
• When driving at high speeds
• If a window is open
• If the air conditioning is blowing directly on the microphone
• If the air conditioning is set to high
• There is an effect from the network of the cellular phone
Conditions under which the system will not operate
If using a cellular phone that does not support Bluetooth®
If the cellular phone is turned off
If you are outside service range
If the cellular phone is not connected
If the cellular phone’s battery is low
When the cellular phone is not connected, “No connect” is displayed.
Bluetooth® antenna
The antenna is built into the instrument panel. If the cellular phone is behind
the seat or in the console box, or touching or covered by metal objects, con-
nection status may deteriorate.
Battery charge/Signal status
This display may not correspond exactly with the cellular phone itself.
When the cellular phone is out of the service area or in a place inaccessible
by radio waves, “No service” is displayed.
When using Bluetooth® audio and hands-free system at the same time
The following problems may occur.
The Bluetooth® connection may be cut.
Noise may be heard on the Bluetooth® audio playback.