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3225-1. Basic Operations
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Volume switch
• Increases/decreases volume
• Press and hold: Continuously
increases/decreases volume
Radio mode:
• Press (except manual mode):
Select a radio station
• Press (manual mode): Seek up/
down
• Press and hold (manual mode): Continuously seek up/down
CD, MP3/WMA/AAC disc, Bluetooth
®, iPod or USB mode:
• Press: Select a track/file/song/video
• Press and hold: Select a folder/album (MP3/WMA/AAC disc or
USB)
“MODE” switch
• Turns the power on, selects audio source
• Press and hold this switch to mute or pause the current operation. To
cancel the mute or pause, press and hold.
Steering wheel audio switches
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Operation may differ depending on the type of audio system or naviga-
tion system. For details, refer to the manual provided with the audio sys-
tem or navigation system.
Operating the audio system using the steering wheel switches
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CAUTION
To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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3235-1. Basic Operations
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iPod
Open the cover and connect an
iPod using an iPod cable.
Turn on the power of the iPod if it
is not turned on.
USB memory
Open the cover and connect the USB memory device.
Turn on the power of the USB memory device if it is not turned on.
Portable audio player
Open the cover and connect the portable audio player.
Turn on the power of the portable audio player if it is not turned on.
iPod video and A/V
To operate the video functions such as iPod video or A/V, a 4-pole AUX cable is
necessary. However, depending on the cable specifications, the video function
may not work properly. For more information consult any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
USB/AUX ports
Connect an iPod, USB memory device or portable audio player to the
USB/AUX port as indicated below. Select “iPod”, “USB”, “AUX” or
“A/V” on the audio source selection screen and the device can be oper-
ated via Display Audio system.
Connecting using the USB/AUX port
CAUTION
While driving
Do not connect a device or operate the device controls.
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3455-5. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
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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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3565-6. Using an external device
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P. 3 2 3
Pressing the “MEDIA” button displays the top screen from any screen of
the selected source.
Menu screen
P. 3 3 6
Operating portable players connected to the audio system
Volume can be adjusted using the vehicle's audio controls. All other adjustments
must be made on the portable player itself.
When using a portable player connected to the power outlet
Noise may occur during playback. Use the power source of the portable player.
To use the A/V function
To operate the video functions such as A/V, a 4-pole AUX cable is necessary.
However, depending on the cable specifications, the video function may not
work properly. For more information consult any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Using the AUX port
To use the AUX port, connect a portable player, press the “MEDIA” but-
ton or select “AUX” or “A/V” on the “Source” screen.
Connecting a portable player
Top screen
NOTICE
If the console box lid cannot be fully closed
Depending on the size and shape of the portable player that is connected to the
system, the auxiliary box lid may not close fully. In this case, do not forcibly
close the lid as this may damage the portable audio player or the terminals, etc.
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3615-7. Connecting Bluetooth®
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When the portable audio player is in standby for a connection, it will be
automatically connected whenever the power switch is in either ACCES-
SORY or ON mode.
Operate the portable player and connect it to the Bluetooth
® audio sys-
tem.
Go to “Bluetooth
* setup”: “Setup” “Bluetooth*”
Select the device to connect.
Select “Connect all” or “Connect as audio player”.
If the desired Bluetooth
® device is not displayed, register the device.
(P. 359)
*: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Connecting a Bluetooth® audio player
There are 2 portable audio player connection settings available: connect-
ing from the vehicle and connecting from the portable player.
Connecting method is set to “Vehicle”
Connecting method is set to “Device”
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3625-7. Connecting Bluetooth®
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
When you register a phone, auto connection will be activated. Always set
it to this mode and leave the Bluetooth® phone in a place where a connec-
tion can be established.
When the power switch is turned to ACCESSORY or ON mode, the sys-
tem will search for a nearby cellular phone you have registered.
The system automatically connects with the most recent phone that was
connected. The connected result is displayed.
When auto connection has failed or “Bluetooth
* power” is turned off,
you must connect the Bluetooth® device manually.
Go to “Bluetooth
* setup”: “Setup” “Bluetooth*”
Select the device to connect.
Select “Connect all”, “Connect as a telephone” or “Connect as audio
player”.
If the desired Bluetooth
® device is not displayed, register the device.
(P. 359)
*: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Reconnecting a Bluetooth® phone
If the system cannot connect due to poor signal strength with the power switch in
ACCESSORY or ON mode, the system will automatically attempt to reconnect.
If the phone is turned off, the system will not attempt to reconnect. In this case,
the connection must be made manually, or the phone must be reselected.
Connecting a phone while Bluetooth® audio is playing
Bluetooth® audio will stop temporarily.
It may take time to connect.
Connecting a Bluetooth® phone
There are two connecting methods available: automatic and manual.
Auto connection
Manual connection
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3875-11. Bluetooth®
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Compatible models
The Bluetooth® audio system supports portable audio players with the following
specifications
Bluetooth® specifications:
Ver. 2.0, or higher (Recommended: Ver. 3.0 +EDR or higher)
Profiles:
• A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Ver. 1.0, or higher
(Recommended: Ver. 1.2 or higher)
This is a profile to transmit stereo audio or high quality sound to the audio
system.
• AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher
(Recommended: Ver. 1.4 or higher)
This is a profile to allow remote control the A/V equipment.
However, please note that some functions may be limited depending on the type
of portable audio player connected.
The hands-free system supports cellular phones with the following specifica-
tions.
Bluetooth® specification:
Ver. 2.0 or higher (Recommended: Ver. 3.0 +EDR or higher)
Profiles:
• HFP (Hands Free Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher (Recommended: Ver. 1.6 or
higher)
This is a profile to allow hands-free phone calls using a cellular phone or
head set. It has outgoing and incoming call functions.
• OPP (Object Push Profile) Ver. 1.1 or higher (Recommended: Ver. 1.1)
This is a profile to transfer phonebook data. When a Bluetooth
® compatible
cellular phone has both PBAP and OPP, OPP cannot be used.
• PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher (Recommended: Ver.
1.1)
This is a profile to transfer phonebook data.
• MAP (Message Access Profile) Ver.1.0 or higher
This is a profile to using phone message.
If the cellular phone does not support HFP, you cannot register it with the hands-
free system. OPP, PBAP or MAP services must be selected individually.
Reconnecting the portable audio player
If the portable audio player is disconnected due to poor reception when the
power switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode, the system automatically recon-
nects the portable audio player.
If you have switched off the portable audio player yourself, follow the instruc-
tions below to reconnect:
Select the portable audio player again
Enter the portable audio player
When you sell your car
Be sure to delete your personal data. (P. 327)
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6Interior features
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
6-1. Using the air conditioning
system
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................. 398
Heated steering wheel/
seat heaters/
seat ventilators ................ 409
6-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ............... 411
• Interior lights ................ 412
• Personal lights............... 412
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ...... 413
• Glove box ..................... 414
• Console box .................. 414
•Cup holders/
Bottle holders................ 415
Trunk features ................... 4176-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features....... 420
• Sun visors ..................... 420
• Vanity mirrors............... 420
• Clock ............................ 420
• Power outlet.................. 421
• Armrest ......................... 422
• Rear sunshade............... 422
• Assist grips ................... 424
• Coat hooks .................... 424