2015 Lexus IS250 features

2735-1. Basic Operations
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Lexus Display Audio system
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
■Adjusting the volume
The volume of the Mobile Assistant can be adjusted using the
“PWR·VOL” knob or
steering wheel volume switches. The Mobile Assistant and phone call volumes are syn-
chronized.
■Microphone
●Wait for the listening beeps before using the Mobile Assistant.
●The Mobile Assistant may not recognize commands in the following situations:
• When spoken too quickly.
• When spoken at a low or high volume.
• When the roof or windows are open.
• When passengers are talking while th e Mobile Assistant is being used.
• When the air conditioning system’s fan speed is set high.
• When the air conditioning vents are turned toward the microphone.
■Mobile Assistant precautions
●The available features and functions may vary based on the iOS version installed on the
connected device.
●Some Siri features are limited in Eyes Free mode. If you attempt to use an unavailable
function, Siri will inform you that the function is not available.
●If Siri is not enabled on the ce llular phone connected via Bluetooth, an error message
will be displayed on the screen.
●While a phone call is active, the Mobile Assistant cannot be used.
●If using the navigation feature of the cellular phone, ensure the active audio source is
Bluetooth audio or iPod in order to hear turn by turn direction prompts.
It is not necessary to speak directly into the
microphone when using the Mobile Assistant.

2915-4. Using the radio
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Lexus Display Audio system
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
HD Radio™ Technology is the digital evolution of analog AM/FM radio. Your
radio product has a special receiver which allows it to receive digital broadcasts
(where available) in addition to the analog broadcasts it already receives.
Digital broadcasts have better sound quality than analog broadcasts as digital
broadcasts provide free, crystal clear audio with no static or distortion. For more
information, and a guide to available radio stations and programming, refer to
www.hdradio.com
.
“HD Radio features included in Lexus radios:
Digital Sound - HD Radio broadcasts deliver crystal-clear, digital audio quality to
listeners.
HD2 /HD3 Channels - FM stations can provide additional digital only audio pro-
gramming with expanded content and format choices on HD2 /HD3 channels.
PSD - Program Service Data (PSD) gives you on-screen information such as art-
ist name and song title.
iTunes
® Tagging - Listeners can tag (store) songs they like for later review and
purchase through iTunes.
Artist Experience
® - Images related to the broadcast are displayed on the radio
screen, such as album cover art and station logos.”
■HD Radio™ Technology troubleshooting guide
HD Radio™ Technology
HD Radio Technology manufactured under license from iBiquity Digital Cor-
poration. U.S. and Foreign Patents. HD Radio™ and the HD, HD Radio, and
“Arc” logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corp.
ExperienceCauseAction
Mismatch of time align-
ment- a user may hear a
short period of program-
ming replayed or an echo,
stutter or skip.The radio stations analog
and digital volume are not
properly aligned or the sta-
tion is in ballgame mode.None, radio broadcast
issue. A user can contact
the radio station.
Sound fades, blending in
and out.Radio is shifting between
analog and digital audio.
Reception issue, may
clear-up as the vehicle
continues to be driven. Set
“HD Radio” to off, can
force radio in an analog
audio.

2965-5. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
■Error messages
If an error message is displayed, refer to the following table and take the appropriate
measures. If the problem is not rectified, take the vehicle to your Lexus dealer.
■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.
■CD player protection feature
To protect the internal components, playback is automatically stopped when a problem is
detected.
■If a disc is left inside the CD 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 CD 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 com-
pression.
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 technol-
ogy 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 dam-
aged.
• The disc is inserted upside down.
• The disc is not playable
with the player.•Clean the disc.
• Insert the disc correctly.
• Confirm the disc is play- able 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.

3555-12. Other function
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Lexus Display Audio system
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
■Availability of service
Lexus Enform Remote is available in the contiguous United States, Wa s h i n g t o n D.C . a n d
Alaska.
■Lexus Enform Remote Information
●Lexus Enform Remote should only be used by authorized users.
●Laws in some communities may require that the vehicle be within view of the user when
operating Lexus Enform Remote.
In some states, use of Lexus Enform Remo te may violate state or local laws. Before
using Lexus Enform Remote, check your state and local laws.
●Any malfunction of the Lexus should be repaired by your Lexus dealer.
●Lexus Enform Remote is designed to work at temperatures above -22 °F (-30 °C). This
specification is related to the Lexus Enform Remote operation, but is dependent on the
vehicle's operating temperature range which may be different.
●Content is subject to change without notice.
●Some features of the Lexus Enform Remote may not be available on some models.
●Additional information can be found at www.lexus.com/enform/.
●Availability of functions of the Lexus Enform service is dependent on network reception
level.
■Safety information for Lexus Enform Remote
→ P. 3 9 4

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Interior features6
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
6-1. Using the air conditioning system
Automatic air conditioning system ..........................................358
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters/
seat ventilators ......................... 366
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list .........................368• Interior lights .......................... 369
• Personal lights ....................... 369
6-3. Using the storage features List of storage features ............ 370• Glove box .................................371
• Console box.............................371
•Cup holders/bottle holders..........................372
Trunk features ............................... 374
6-4. Using the other interior features
Other interior features .............377
• Sun visors .................................377
• Vanity mirrors .........................377
• Clock .........................................377
• Power outlet ........................... 378
• Armrest .................................... 379
• Rear sunshade....................... 379
• Assist grips............................... 381
• Coat hooks .............................. 381
Garage door opener................382
Compass ....................................... 387
LEXUS Enform Safety Connect......................................390

3596-1. Using the air conditioning system
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Interior features
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
■Fan speed setting
Press to increase the fan speed.
Press to decrease the fan speed.
■Change the airflow mode
To change the airflow, press .
The air outlets used are switched each time the button is pressed.
■Other functions
●Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes ( →P. 3 6 1 )
●Defogging the windshield ( →P. 3 6 2 )
●Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors ( →P. 3 6 2 )
XWith a Lexus Display Audio
Adjust the left-hand side temper-
ature setting.
Adjust the fan speed setting
Select to set auto mode on/off, fan
off and displaying the option con-
trol screen ( →P. 360)
Select the air flow mode
Adjust the right-hand side temperature setting
Move the Lexus Display Audio controller left/right to select the desired item
( to ).
When , or is selected:
Move the controller forward/backward or turn it left/right for adjusting.
When or is selected:
Move the controller forward/backward or turn it left/right to select a screen
button, then press the controller.
Air conditioning control screen
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3616-1. Using the air conditioning system
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Interior features
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
Press , or select “AUTO” on the air conditioning control screen.
Adjust the temperature setting.
To stop the operation, press or select “OFF” on the air conditioning
control screen.
■Automatic mode indicator
If the fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the automatic mode
indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for functions other than that
operated are maintained.
■Adjusting the temperature for driv er and passenger seats separately
(“DUAL” mode)
To turn on the “DUAL” mode, perform any of the following procedures:
●Press .
●Select “DUAL” on the option control screen.
●Adjust the passenger’s side temperature setting.
The indicator comes on when the “DUAL” mode is on.
While in “DUAL” mode, the temperature of the rear air outlets is set at the right-
hand side temperature setting.
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press to change to recirculated air mode.
Press to change to outside air mode.
The indicator above the selected button comes on.
■Micro dust and pollen filter
Pollen is removed from the air and the air flows to the upper part of the body.
Select on the option control screen.
When the micro dust and pollen filter is on, is displayed on the air condition-
ing control screen.
In order to prevent the windshield from fo gging up when the outside air is cold, the
dehumidification function may operate.
The pollens are filtered out even if the mi cro dust and pollen filter is turned off.
Using automatic mode
Other functions
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3636-1. Using the air conditioning system
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Interior features
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
■Location of air outlets
The air outlets and air volume
changes according to the selected
airflow mode.
■Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets
Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down
To close the vent, move the knob to the most outside position. (rear outlets only)
Turn the knob to open or close the vent
■Registering air conditioning settings to elec tronic keys (vehicles with driving position
memory)
●Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic ke y and turning the engine switch to IGNI-
TION ON mode will recall that key's re gistered air conditioning settings.
●When the engine switch is turned off, the current air conditioning settings will automat-
ically 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 with push-button start is used to unlock a passenger door.
●The doors that can recall the air conditioning setting* when unlocked using the smart
access system with push-button start can be changed. For details, contact your Lexus
dealer.
*: The doors that can recall the driving position memory are changed at the same time.
Air outlets
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