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Compatible media
Media that can be used for MP3 and WMA playback are CD-Rs and CD-
RWs.
Playback in some instances may not be possible, depending on the status
of the CD-R or CD-RW. Playback may not be possible or the audio may
jump if the disc is scratched or marked with fingerprints.
Compatible disc formats
The following disc formats can be used.
• Disc formats: CD-ROM Mode 1 and Mode 2
CD-ROM XA Mode 2, Form 1 and Form 2
• File formats: ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2, (Romeo, Joliet)
MP3 and WMA files written in any format other than those listed above
may not play correctly, and their file names and folder names may not
be displayed correctly.
Items related to standards and limitations are as follows.
• Maximum directory hierarchy: 8 levels
• Maximum length of folder names/file names: 32 characters
• Maximum number of folders: 192 (including the root)
• Maximum number of files per disc: 255
File names
The only files that can be recognized as MP3/WMA and played are those
with the extension .mp3 or .wma.
Multi-sessions
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.

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UK_AURIS_HV_EEPlay mode list
Selecting a list
Turn to display the first selection list.
Press to select the desired item.
Pressing the knob changes to the second selection list.
Repeat the same procedure to select the desired item.
To return to the previous selection list, select “GO BACK” or press
().
Play modeFirst
selectionSecond
selectionThird
selectionFourth
selection
“PLAYLISTS”Playlists
selectSongs
select--
“ARTISTS” Artists selectAlbums
selectSongs
select-
“ALBUMS”Albums
selectSongs
select--
“SONGS” Songs select - - -
“PODCASTS”Albums
selectSongs
select--
“GENRES” Genre select Artists selectAlbums
selectSongs
select
“COMPOSERS”Composers
selectAlbums
selectSongs
select-
“AUDIOBOOKS”Songs
select---
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Switching the display
Press .
Each time the button is pressed, the display changes in the following
order: Elapsed time  Album title  Track title  Artist name
Adjusting sound quality and volume balance
Press to enter iPod menu mode.
Pressing changes sound modes. (P. 288)
About iPod
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance
with safety and regulatory standards.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other coun-
tries.
iPod functions
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 recon-
necting it once again may resolve the problem.
While connected to the system, the iPod cannot be operated with its own
controls. It is necessary to use the controls of the vehicle’s audio system
instead.
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iPod problems
To resolve most problems encountered when using your iPod, disconnect
your iPod from the vehicle iPod connection and reset it.
For instructions on how to reset your iPod, refer to your iPod Owner’s Man-
ual.
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Error messages
“ERROR”: This indicates a problem in the iPod or its connection.
“NO MUSIC”: This indicates that there is no music data in the iPod.
“EMPTY”: This indicates that some available songs are not found in a
selected playlist.
“UPDATE”: This indicates that the version of the iPod is not compatible.
Upgrade your iPod software to the latest version.
Compatible models
Depending on differences between models or software version etc., some
models listed above might be incompatible with this system.
iPod 4th generation and earlier models are not compatible with this system.
iPhone, iPod mini, iPod shuffle and iPod photo are not compatible with this
system.
Items related to standards and limitations are as follows:
Maximum number of lists in device: 9999
Maximum number of songs in device: 65535
Maximum number of songs per list: 65535
ModelGenerationSoftware version
iPod 5th generation Ver. 1.2.0 or higher
iPod nano 1st generation Ver. 1.3.0 or higher
2nd generation Ver. 1.1.2 or higher
3rd generation Ver. 1.0.0 or higher
iPod touch 1st generation Ver. 1.1.0 or higher
iPod classic 1st generation Ver. 1.0.0 or higher

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Switching the display
Press .
Each time the button is pressed, the display changes in the following
order: Elapsed time  Folder name  File name  Album title (MP3
only)  Track title  Artist name
USB memory functions
Depending on the USB memory that is connected to the system, the
device itself may not be operable and certain functions may not be avail-
able. If the device is inoperable or a function is unavailable due to a mal-
function (as opposed to a system specification), disconnecting the device
and reconnecting it once again may resolve the problem.
If the USB memory still does not begin operation after being discon-
nected and reconnected, format the memory.
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Error messages
“ERROR”: This indicates a problem in the USB memory or its con-
nection.
“NO SUPPORT”: This indicates that no MP3/WMA files are included in the
USB memory.

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USB memory
Compatible devices
USB memory that can be used for MP3 and WMA playback
Compatible device formats
The following device formats can be used:
• USB communication formats: USB2.0 FS (12 mbps)
• File formats: FAT16/32 (Windows)
• Correspondence class: Mass storage class
MP3 and WMA files written in any format other than those listed above
may not play correctly, and their file names and folder names may not be
displayed correctly.
Items related to standards and limitations are as follows:
• Maximum directory hierarchy: 8 levels
• Maximum number of folders in a device: 999 (including the root)
• Maximum number of files in a device: 65025
• Maximum number of files per folder: 255
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 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
format.
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.

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Optimal use of the audio system
Using the audio control function
Changing sound quality modes
Pressing selects the mode to be changed in the following
order.
“BAS”“TRE”“FAD”“BAL”“ASL”
: If equipped
Displays the current mode
Changes the following set-
ting
• Sound quality and volume
balance (P. 289)
The sound quality and bal-
ance setting can be changed
to produce the best sound.
• Automatic Sound Levelizer
ON/OFF (P. 289)

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UK_AURIS_HV_EEAdjusting sound quality
Turning adjusts the level.
*: The sound quality level is adjusted individually in each audio mode.
Adjusting the Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)
When ASL is selected, turning to the right changes the
amount of ASL in the order of LOW, MID and HIGH.
Turning to the left turns ASL off.
ASL automatically adjusts the volume and tone quality to compensate for
varying noise levels while driving.
Sound qual-
ity modeMode
displayedLevelTurn to the
leftTurn to the
right
Bass*“BAS”-5 to 5LowHighTreble*“TRE”-5 to 5
Front/rear
volume
balance
“FAD”F7 to R7Shifts to rearShifts to front
Left/right
volume
balance
“BAL”L7 to R7Shifts to leftShifts to right