2013 TOYOTA PRIUS C INTERIOR FEATURES

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■
Cord hook
P. 270
■ 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.
■ Display
P. 256
■ Error messages
“ERROR”: This indicates a problem in the USB memory or its connection.
“NO MUSIC”: This indicates that no MP3/WMA files are included in the USB memory.

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MP3 file compatibility
• Compatible standards
MP3 (MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERIII, MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERIII, MPEG2.5)
• Compatible sampling frequencies MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 16, 22.05, 24 (kHz)
MPEG2.5: 8, 11.025, 12 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (compatible with VBR) MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 32-320 (kbps)
MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 32-160 (kbps)
MPEG2.5: 8-160 (kbps)
• Compatible channel modes: stereo, joint stereo, dual channel and monaural
● WMA file compatibility
• Compatible standards
WMA Ver. 7, 8, 9
• Compatible sampling frequencies HIGH PROFILE 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates HIGH PROFILE 48-320 (kbps, CBR)
● File names
The only files that can be recognized as MP3/WMA and played are those
with the extension .mp3 or .wma.
● 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, 2.4 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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NOTICE
■
Cord hook ( P. 273)
■ To prevent damage to USB memory
●Do not leave USB memory in the vehicle. The temperature inside the vehi-
cle may become high, resulting in damage to the player.
● Do not push down on or apply unnecessary pressure to the USB memory
while it is connected as this may damage the USB memory or its terminal.
● Do not insert foreign objects into the port as this may damage the USB
memory or its terminal.

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Using the audio control function
■ Changing sound quality modes
Press .
Turn to select “Sound Setting”.
Press .
Turn to select the desired mode.
“BASS”, “TREBLE”, “FADER”, “BALANCE”, or “ASL”
Press .
■ Adjusting sound quality
Turning adjusts the level.
*: The sound quality level is adjusted individually in each audio mode.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
Mode
displayedSound
quality modeLevelTurn to the leftTurn to the right
“BASS”Bass*-5 to 5LowHigh“TREBLE”Treble*-5 to 5
“FADER”
Front/rear volume
balance
R7 to F7Shifts to rearShifts to front
“BALANCE”
Left/right volume
balance
L7 to R7Shifts to leftShifts to right

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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 until “AUX” is displayed.STEP1
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Adjusting the volume
Press “+” on to increase the volume and “-” to decrease the vol-
ume.
Hold down “+” or “-” on to conti nue increasing or decreasing the vol-
ume.
Silencing a sound
Press and hold .
To cancel, press and hold again.
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 “ ” or “ ” on
until you hear a beep.
Selecting a track/file or song
Press to select CD, iPod, USB memory or Bluetooth
®
audio mode.
Press “” or “ ” on to select the desired track/file or
song.
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Bluetooth® audio/phone
■Bluetooth® audio
The Bluetooth
® audio system enables yo u to enjoy music played
on a portable digital audio player (portable player) from the vehi-
cle speakers via wireless communication.
This audio system supports Bluetooth
®, a wireless data system
capable of playing portable audi o music without cables. If your
portable player does not support Bluetooth
®, the Bluetooth®
audio system will not function.
■ Bluetooth
® phone (hands-free phone system)
This system supports Bluetooth
®, which allows you to make or
receive calls without using cables to connect a cellular phone
and the system, and without operating the cellular phone.

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Compatible models
●Bluetooth
® specifications:
Ver. 1.1, or higher (recommended: Ver. 2.1 + EDR or higher)
● Following Profiles:
• A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Prof ile) Ver. 1.0, or higher (recom-
mended: Ver. 1.2 or higher)
• AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Pr ofile) Ver. 1.0 or higher (rec-
ommended: Ver. 1.3 or higher)
Portable players must correspond to the above specifications in order to be
connected to the Bluetooth
® audio system. However, please note that some
functions may be limited depending on the type of portable player.
● Cellular phone
• HFP (Hands Free Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher (recommended: Ver. 1.5)
• OPP (Object Push Profile) Ver. 1.1
• PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) Ver. 1.0