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Optimal use of the audio system
Using the audio control function■ Changing sound quality modes
Press .
Press , , , or (type B only) as corresponds to
the desired mode.
“BASS”, “MID” (type B only), “TREB”, “FADE”, or “BAL”
Menu button
Selector buttons
Adjusting the
sound quality
and ASL
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■Adjusting sound quality
Turning adjusts the level.
*:The sound quality level is adjusted individually in each audio
mode.
■ Adjusting the Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)
Press .
Press (MORE).
Press (ASL).
Press , , (type A only) or (type B only) as corre-
sponds to the desired mode.
Type A: “LOW”, “MID”, “HIGH”, or “OFF”
Type B: “ON” or “OFF”
ASL automatically adjusts the volume and tone quality according to
vehicle speed.
Mode
displayedSound qual- ity modeLevelTurn to the leftTurn to the right
BASSBass*-5 to 5
LowHighMIDMid-range*
(type B only)-5 to 5
TREBTreble*-5 to 5
FA D E
Front/rear volume
balance
F7 to R7Shifts to rearShifts to front
BAL
Left/right volume
balance
L7 to R7Shifts to leftShifts to right
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■
Setting the number of preset pages
The number of preset pages desired c an be set from 1 to 6. The initial
setting is 6 pages.
Press .
Press (MORE).
Press (PRESET).
Press , , , , or as corresponds to the
desired number of preset pages.
■ Language settings
P. 2 2 7
■Trademark owned by SRS Labs, Inc. (type A only)
The audio systems utilize SRS FOCUS
TM and SRS TruBass audio
enhancement technologies, under license from SRS Labs, Inc., in all modes
except AM radio mode.
FOCUS, TruBass, SRS and
symbols are trademarks of SRS Labs,
Inc.
FOCUS and TruBass technologies are incorporated under license from
SRS Labs, Inc.
■ Trademark owned by New Transducers Limited (type A only)
This vehicle incorporates NXT flat panel speaker technology by New
Transducers Limited, UK. is a registered trademarks of New
Transducers Limited.
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Using the AUX port
■Operating portable audio devices connected to the audio system
The volume can be adjusted using the vehicle’s audio controls. All other
adjustments must be made on the portable audio device itself.
■ When using a portable audio devi ce connected to the power outlet
Noise may occur during playback. Use the power source of the portable
audio device.
This port can be used to connect a portable audio device and listen
to it through the vehicle’s speakers.
Open the cover and connect the portable audio device.
Press .
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Using the steering wheel audio switches
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the
steering wheel.
Increases/decreases vol-
ume
Radio mode: Selects radio
station
CD mode: Selects tracks,
files (MP3 and WMA) and
discs (type B only)
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 the power onPress 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 sourcePress when the audio system is turned on. The audio source
changes as follows each time the switch is pressed.
If no discs are inserted in the player, that mode will be skipped.
Type A:
FM XM CDBluetooth® audio AUX USB/iPodAM
Type B:
FM XM CD changer Bluetooth® audioAUX USB/iPodAM
Adjusting the volume
Press “+” on to increase the volume 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 radio station.
To scan for receivable stations, press and hold “ ” or “ ” on
until you hear a beep.
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Selecting a track/file or song
Press to select the CD, iPod, USB memory, Bluetooth
®
audio mode.
Press “” or “ ” on to select the desired track/file or
song.
Selecting a folder or album
Press to select the CD, USB memory or Bluetooth
® audio
mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “ ” on until you hear a beep.
Selecting a disc in the CD player (type B only)
Press to select the CD mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “ ” on until you hear a beep.
CAUTION
■To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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Detachable pole antenna
The antenna can be removed.
■Removing the antenna
Place the included wrench
around the antenna.
When not in use, the wrench is
stored in glove box.
Loosen the antenna with the
wrench and remove it.