2012 Lexus GS350 Owner's Manual

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File names
The only files that can be recognized as MP3/WMA and played are those
with the extension .mp3 or .wma.
Discs containing multi-session recordings
As the audio system is compatible with multi-sessions, it is possible to play
discs that contain MP3 and WMA files. However, only the first session can
be played.
ID3 and WMA tags
ID3 tags can be added to MP3 files, making it possible to record the track
title, artist name, etc.
The system is compatible with ID3 Ver. 1.0, 1.1, and Ver. 2.2, 2.3 ID3 tags.
(The number of characters is based on ID3 Ver. 1.0 and 1.1.)
WMA tags can be added to WMA files, making it possible to record the
track title and artist name in the same way as with ID3 tags.
MP3 and WMA playback
When a disc containing MP3 or WMA files is inserted, all files on the disc
are first checked. Once the file check is finished, the first MP3 or WMA
file is played. To make the file check finish more quickly, we recommend
you do not write in any files other than MP3 or WMA files or create any
unnecessary folders.
Discs that contain a mixture of music data and MP3 or WMA format data
cannot be played.
Extensions
If the file extensions .mp3 and .wma are used for files other than MP3 and
WMA files, they may be mistakenly recognized and played as MP3 and
WMA files. This may result in large amounts of interference and damage
to the speakers.

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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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NOTICE
Discs and adapters that cannot be used
Do not use the following types of discs, 8 cm (3 in.) disc adapters or Dual
Disc.
Doing so may damage the player and/or disc insert/eject function.
Discs that have a diameter that is not 12
cm (4.7 in.)
Low-quality or deformed discs
Discs with a transparent or translucent
recording area
Discs that have tape, stickers or CD-R
labels attached to them, or that have
had the label peeled off

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NOTICE
Player precautions
Failure to follow the precautions below may result in damage to the discs or
the player itself.
Do not insert anything other than discs into the disc slot.
Do not apply oil to the player.
Store discs away from direct sunlight.
Never try to disassemble any part of the player.

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Listening to Bluetooth® audio
The Bluetooth® audio system enables users to enjoy music played
on a portable player from the vehicle speaker via wireless commu-
nication.
This audio system supports Bluetooth
®, a wireless data system
capable of playing portable audio music without cables. If your
portable player does not support Bluetooth
®, the Bluetooth® audio
system will not function.
Press the “MEDIA” button if a Bluetooth
® audio player has
already been connected.
Select the “BT audio” tab or press the “MEDIA” button repeatedly
until the “BT audio” tab is selected.

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Folder/album selection
Track selection
Displays folder/album list
Displays track list
Connection status
Connecting Bluetooth
® audio
player
Play/pauseRepeat play
“TUNE/SCROLL” knob:
Track selection
“CH•TRACK” button:
Track selection/fast forward/
rewind
MEDIA button
Power
Vo l u m e
Random playback
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GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)You can check such indicators as signal strength and battery charge
on the screen.
Connection status
Battery charge
Status display
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IndicatorsConditions
Connection statusGood
No
connection
Battery chargeFullEmpty

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GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)To use the Bluetooth
® audio system, you need to enter your porta-
ble player into the system. Once registered, you can enjoy your
music on the vehicle’s audio system. (P. 606)
For the operation procedure for the portable player, consult your
player’s accompanying instruction manual.
When “Bluetooth* power” is turned on
When the portable player is on standby for the connection, it will
be automatically connected whenever the engine switch is in
either ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
When “Bluetooth* power” is turned off
Manually connect the portable player in accordance with the fol-
lowing procedure.
Select “Connect”.
Select the desired portable
player.
*: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Connecting Bluetooth® audio player
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