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■USB memory functions
●Depending on the USB memory device that is connected to the system, the device
itself may not be operable and certain func tions may not be available. If the device
is inoperable or a function is unavailabl e due to a malfunction (as opposed to a sys-
tem specification), disconnecting the devi ce and reconnecting it may resolve the
problem.
●If the USB memory device still does not begin operation after being disconnected
and reconnected, format the device.
■Error messages for USB memory
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 your Lexus
dealer.
■USB memory
●Compatible devices
USB memory devices that can be used for MP3, WMA and AAC playback.
●Compatible device formats
The following device format can be used:
• USB communication format: USB2.0 FS (480 Mbps)
• File system format: FAT16/32 (Windows)
• Correspondence class: Mass storage class MP3, WMA and AAC files written to a device with 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 an d limitations are as follows:
• Maximum directory hierarchy: 8 levels
• Maximum number of folders in a device: 3000 (including the root)
• Maximum number of files in a device: 9999
• Maximum number of files per folder: 255
MessageCause/Correction procedures
“Connection error.”This indicates a problem with the USB memory
device or its connection.
“There are no files available for
playback.”This indicates that no MP3/WMA/AAC files are
included on the USB memory device.
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■Conditions under which the system will not operate
●If using a cellular phone that does not support Bluetooth®
●If the cellular phone is turned off
●If you are outside of cellular phone service coverage
●If the cellular phone is not connected
●If the cellular phone’s battery is low
●When outgoing calls are controlled, due to heavy traffic on telephone lines, etc.
●When the cellular phone itself cannot be used
●When transferring phonebook data from the cellular phone
■Bluetooth® antenna
The antenna is built into the display.
If the portable audio player or cellular phon e is behind the seat or in the glove box or
console box, or is touching or covered by metal objects, the connection status may
deteriorate.
■Battery charge/signal status
●This display may not correspond exactly with the portable audio player or cellular
phone itself.
●This system does not have a charging function.
●The portable audio player or cellular ph one battery will be depleted quickly when
the device is conn ected to Bluetooth®.
■When using the Bluetooth® audio and hands-free system at the same time
The following problems may occur.
●The Bluetooth® audio connection may be interrupted.
●Noise may be heard during Bluetooth® audio playback.
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■About the contact in this system
The following data is stored for every registered cellular phone. When another
phone is connecting, you cannot read the registered data.
●Contact data
●Call history
●Favorite
●Message
When removing a Bluetooth
® phone from the system, the above-mentioned data is
also deleted.
■About Bluetooth®
■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 sys-
tem.
• 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 specifications.
●Bluetooth® specification:
Ver. 2.0 or higher (Recommended: Ver. 3.0 +EDR or higher)
The Bluetooth
® word mark and logos are
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by
PIONEER Corporation is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those
of their respective owners.
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4525-12. Other function
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■USB memory functions
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■USB memory
●Compatible devices
USB memory device that can be used for JPEG display.
●Compatible device formats
The following device format can be used:
• USB communication format: USB2.0 FS (480 Mbps)
• File system format: FAT16/32 (Windows)
• Correspondence class: Mass storage class
●JPEG file compatibility
• Compatible image size: Maximum 10MB
• Compatible pixel size: Maximum 10,000,000 pixels
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the USB memory device or its terminals
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Voice command system
Press the talk switch.
To cancel the voice command system,
press and hold the talk switch.
After a beep sounds, say the
desired command.
On the list screen, you can select the
desired command.
■Menu screen
To display the menu screen, move
the controller to the left.
Offer examples of commands
and operation methods
Adjust the settings for voice
guidance volume and voice
recognition prompts. (“Hints”
screen) ( P. 366)
Start over voice recognition (except “Hints” screen)
Cancel voice recognition
The voice command system enables the audio and hands-free systems
to be operated using voice commands.
Operations of the voice command system can be performed by select-
ing the menu corresponding to each function on the right part of the
screen. Even if any menu is selected , commands displayed on all menus
can be operated.
Using the voice command system
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Mobile Assistant
Press and hold the off hook
switch until you hear the beeps
that indicate the system is listen-
ing.
The Mobile Assistant can be used
only when the “Mobile Assistant”
screen is displayed.
To cancel the Mobile Assistant, select
“Cancel”, or press and hold the off
hook switch.
To restart the Mobile Assistant for
additional commands, press the off
hook switch. Mobile Assistant can
only be restarted after the system
responds to a voice command. After
some phone and music commands,
the Mobile Assistant feature will auto-
matically end to complete the
requested action.
■Adjusting the volume
The volume of the Mobile Assistant can be adjusted using the “PWR•VOL” knob or
steering wheel volume switches. The Mobi le Assistant and phone call volumes are
synchronized.
The Mobile Assistant feature on this system allows the activation of
Apple’s Siri
® Eyes Free mode via the steering wheel switches. To oper-
ate the Mobile Assistant, a compa tible cellular phone must be regis-
tered and connected to this system via Bluetooth
®. ( P. 405)
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■Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets
Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close the vent.
■Registering air conditioning settings to electronic keys
●Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic key and turning the “START STOP
ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch to IGNITION ON mode will recall that key’s
registered air conditioning settings.
●When the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch is turned off, the current
air conditioning settings will automaticall y be registered to the electronic key that
was used to unlock the vehicle.
The system may not operate correctly if more than one electronic key is in the vicinity
or if the smart access system is used to unlock a passenger door.
Settings for the electronic key and th e corresponding door can be changed.
Contact your Lexus dealer.
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Interior features
Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/
seat ventilators
: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the steer-
ing wheel and seats, respectively. Seat ventilators maintain good air-
flow by blowing air from the seats.
CAUTION
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the steering wheel and seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
●Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
●Do not put heavy objects that have an unev en surface on the seat and do not stick
sharp objects (needles, nail s, etc.) into the seat.
●To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not use the functions when the hybrid
system is off.