2012 TOYOTA AVALON radio

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■Reception sensitivity
●Maintaining perfect radio reception at all times is difficult due to the con-
tinually 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 window. To maintain clear
radio reception, do not attach metallic window tinting or other metallic
objects to the antenna wire mounted inside the rear window.
■ Receiving XM
® Satellite Radio
An XM
® Satellite Radio is a tuner designed exclusively to receive broadcasts
provided under a separate subscription. Availability is limited to the 48 con-
tiguous states and some Canadian provinces.
● XM
® subscriptions
For detailed information about XM® Satellite Radio or to subscribe:
U.S.A–
Visit on the web at www.xmradio.com
or call 1-800-967-2346.
Canada–
Visit on the web at www.xmradio.ca
or call 1-877-209-0079.
● Radio ID
You will need the radio ID when activating XM
® service or reporting a
problem. Select “CH000” using , and the receiver’s 8-character ID
number will appear.
● Satellite tuner
The tuner supports only Audio Services (Music and Talk) and the accom-
panying Text Information of XM
® Satellite Radio.

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■
If the satellite radio does not operate normally
If a problem occurs with the XM
® tuner, a message will appear on the dis-
play. Refer to the table below to identify the problem, and take the suggested
corrective action.
CHECK
ANTENNA
The XM® antenna is not connected. Check
whether the XM® antenna cable is attached
securely.
There is a short-circuit in the antenna or the sur-
rounding antenna cable. See a Toyota certified
dealer.
CH
UNAUTHORIZED You have not subscribed to XM
® Satellite Radio.
The radio is being updated with the latest encryp-
tion code. Contact XM
® Satellite Radio for sub-
scription information. When a contract is canceled,
you can choose “CH000” and all free-to-air chan-
nels.
The premium channel you selected is not autho-
rized. Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio
returns to the previous channel or “CH001”. If it
does not change automatically, select another
channel. If you want to listen to the premium chan-
nel, contact XM
® Satellite Radio.
NO SIGNAL The XM
® signal is too weak at the current location.
Wait until your vehicle reaches a location with a
stronger signal.
LOADING The unit is acquiring audio or program information.
Wait until the unit has received the information.
OFF AIRThe channel you selected is not broadcasting any
programming. Select another channel.

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Contact the XM® Listener Care Center at 1-800-967-2346 (U.S.A.) or 1-877-
209-0079 (Canada).
■ Certifications for the radio tuner
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. How-
ever, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by trying one or more of
the following:
●Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna.
● Increasing the separation between the equipment and receiver.
● Connecting the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
● Consulting the dealer or an experienc ed radio/TV technician for help.
-----There is no song/program title or artist name/fea-
ture associated with the channel at that time. No
action needed.
CH
UNAVAILABLE
The channel you selected is no longer available.
Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio returns to
the previous channel or “CH001”. If it does not
change automatically, select another channel.

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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 bu tton 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 vo lume 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.
STEP1
STEP2

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3-3. Using the Bluetooth
® audio system
3
Interior features
■
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.

310 3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
■Certification for the hands-free 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 interference
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 use a cellular phone, or connect the Bluetooth
® phone.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to a cellular phone
Do not leave a cellular phone in the vehicle. The temperature inside may
become high resulting in damage to the phone.

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Maintenance and care
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
FuseAmpereCircuit
23IGN10 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, SRS airbag system, front
passenger occupant
classification system, smart key
system, starting system, electronic
controlled transmission system
24GAUGE No.27.5 AGauges and meters, center
display
25ECU-ACC7.5 A
Power rear view mirrors, center
display, shift lock system,
multiplex communication system
26CIG15 A
27PWR OUTLET15 APower outlets
28RADIO No.27.5 AAudio system, navigation system
29MIR HTR10 AOutside rear view mirror
defoggers