2013 Lexus CT200h Owner's Manual (in English)

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CD player operation
Pressing the “MEDIA” button displays the audio disc top screen from any
screen of the selected source.
Menu screen
P. 3 7 6
Selecting a track/file
Press the “<” or “>” button, turn the “TUNE•SCROLL” knob to select
the desired track/file number.
To fast-forward or rewind, press and hold the “” or “” button.
Selecting the track by the list (CD)
Move the controller to the right and then select the desired track.
Selecting a folder (MP3/WMA/AAC disc)
Move the controller to the right and then select “Folders”.
Select the desired folder. Then select a file to begin using the
selected folder.
Selecting a file by the selected folder (MP3/WMA/AAC disc)
Move the controller to the right and then select “Files”.
Select the desired file.
Insert a disc, press the “MEDIA” button or select “DISC” on the
“Source” screen with a disc inserted to begin listening to a disc.
Audio disc top screen
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Error messages
If the following error messages appear on the screen, refer to the table and take
the appropriate measures. If the problem is not rectified, take the vehicle to any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
Discs that can be used
Discs with the marks shown below can be used.
Playback may not be possible depending on recording format or disc features, or
due to scratches, dirt or deterioration.
CDs with copy-protection features may not play correctly.
Music disc player protection feature
To protect the internal components, playback is automatically stopped when a
problem is detected.
If a disc is left inside the Music disc player or in the ejected position for extended
periods
Disc may be damaged and may not play properly.
Lens cleaners
Do not use lens cleaners. Doing so may damage the Music disc player.
MP3, WMA and AAC files
MP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER3) is a standard audio compression format.
Files can be compressed to approximately 1/10 of their original size by 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.
AAC is short for Advanced Audio Coding and refers to an audio compression
technology standard used with MPEG2 and MPEG4.
MP3, WMA and AAC file and media/formats compatibility are limited.
MessageCauseCorrection procedures
“Check disc”
• The disc is dirty or
damaged.
• The disc is inserted
upside down.
• The disc is not play-
able with the player.• Clean the disc.
• Insert the disc cor-
rectly.
• Confirm the disc is
playable with the
player.
“DISC error”There is a malfunction
within the system.Eject the disc.
“No music files found.”No playable data is
included on the disc.Eject the disc.

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MP3 file compatibility
• Compatible standards
MP3 (MPEG1 LAYER3, MPEG2 LSF LAYER3)
• Compatible sampling frequencies
MPEG1 LAYER3: 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 16, 22.05, 24 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (compatible with VBR)
MPEG1 LAYER3: 32-320 (kbps)
MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 8-160 (kbps)
• Compatible channel modes: stereo, joint stereo, dual channel and monaural
WMA file compatibility
• Compatible standards
WMA Ver. 7, 8, 9 (only compatible with Windows Media Audio Standard)
• Compatible sampling frequencies
32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (only compatible with 2-channel playback)
Ver. 7, 8: CBR 48-192 (kbps)
Ver. 9: CBR 48-320 (kbps)
AAC file compatibility
• Compatible standards
MPEG4/AAC-LC
• Compatible sampling frequencies
11.025/12/16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates
16-320 (kbps)
• Compatible channel modes: 1 ch and 2 ch
Compatible media
Media that can be used for MP3, WMA and AAC playback are CD-Rs and
CD- RWs.
Playback in some instances may not be possible if the CD-R or CD-RW is not
finalized. 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)
UDF (2.01 or lower)
MP3, WMA and AAC 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 (including the root)
• Maximum length of folder names/file names: 32 characters
• Maximum number of folders: 192 (including the root)
• Maximum number of files per disc: 255

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File names
The only files that can be recognized as MP3/WMA/AAC and played are those
with the extension .mp3, .wma or .m4a.
Discs containing multi-session recordings
As the audio system is compatible with multi session discs, it is possible to
play discs that contain MP3, WMA and AAC files. However, only the first ses-
sion can be played.
ID3, WMA and AAC 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.
AAC tags can be added to AAC files, making it possible to record the track
title and artist name in the same way as with ID3 tags.
MP3, WMA and AAC playback
When a disc containing MP3, WMA or AAC files is inserted, all files on the
disc are first checked. Once the file check is finished, the first MP3, WMA or
AAC file is played. To make the file check finish more quickly, we recommend
you do not write any files to the disc other than MP3, WMA or AAC files or
create any unnecessary folders.
Discs that contain a mixture of music data and MP3, WMA or AAC format
data cannot be played.
Extensions
If the file extensions .mp3, .wma and .m4a are used for files other than MP3,
WMA and AAC files, they may be mistakenly recognized and played as MP3,
WMA and AAC files. This may result in large amounts of interference and
damage to the speakers.
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, depend-
ing on the characteristics of the disc.
• There is a wide variety of freeware and other encoding software for MP3,
WMA and AAC files on the market, and depending on the status of the
encoding 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, WMA or AAC 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.A. and other countries.

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The Gracenote® media database
Gracenote, the Gracenote logo and logotype, “Powered by Gracenote”,
MusicID, Playlist Plus and MediaVOCS are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Gracenote, Inc. in the United States

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NOTICE
Discs and adapters that cannot be used
Do not use the following types of discs.
Also, do not use 8 cm (3 in.) disc adapters, DualDiscs or printable discs.
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 labels attached to them, or that have had the
label peeled off.
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 an iPod
P. 3 6 2
Pressing the “MEDIA” button displays the iPod top screen from any
screen of the selected source.
Menu screen
P. 3 7 6
Selecting a song
Press the “” or “” button, turn the “TUNE•SCROLL” knob to select
the desired song number.
To fast-forward or rewind, press and hold the “” or “” button.
Selecting a play mode
Move the controller to the right and then select “Browse”.
Select the desired play mode, and then select a song to begin using
the selected play mode.
Displaying the now playing list
Move the controller to the right and then select “Now playing list”.
Portable audio device holder (if equipped)
P. 359
About iPod
Connecting an iPod enables you to enjoy music from the vehicle speak-
ers.
Press the “MEDIA” button or select “iPod” on the “Source” screen.
Connecting an iPod
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“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has
been designed to connect specifically to an iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and
has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with
safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with
iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
iPod cover art
Depending on the iPod and songs in the iPod, iPod cover art may be displayed.
This function can be changed to on/off. (P. 375)
It may take time to display iPod cover art, and the iPod may not be operated
while the cover art display is in process.
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 reconnecting it may
resolve the problem.
Depending on the iPod, while connected to the system, the iPod cannot be oper-
ated with its own controls. It is necessary to use the controls of the vehicle’s
audio system instead.
When the battery level of an iPod is very low, the iPod may not operate. If so,
charge the iPod before use.
Compatible models (P. 390)