2015 LEXUS RC350 display

3555-5. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
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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. Howeve r, only the first session 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 f iles is inserted, all files on the disc are
first checked. Once the file check is fi nished, 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 fold-
ers.
Discs that contain a mixture of music data and MP3, WMA or AAC format data can-
not 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 amount s of interference and damage to the speak-
ers.
●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, depending 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 qualit y or noise at the start of playback 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 Medi a are the registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.

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RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)5-6. Using an external device
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P. 3 3 0
Pressing the “MEDIA” button displays the iPod top screen from any screen of the
selected source.
■Menu screen
 P. 3 4 3
■Selecting a song
Press the “ ” or “ ” button or 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”.
Listening to an iPod
Connecting an iPod enables you to en joy music from the vehicle speakers.
Press the “MEDIA” button or select “i Pod” on the audio source selection
screen.
Connecting an iPod
iPod top screen
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■About iPod
●“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 certi-
fied 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 th e 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., reg-
istered 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. 3 4 2 )
●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 sour ce is changed to iPod mode, the iPod will
resume play from the same poin t 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 spec-
ification), disconnecting the device and reconnecting it may resolve the problem.
●Depending on the iPod, while connected to the system, the iPod cannot be operated
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. 3 6 1 )
■iPod problems
To resolve most problems encountered when using your iPod, disconnect your iPod from
the vehicle iPod connection and reset it. For in structions on how to reset your iPod, refer
to your iPod Owner's Manual.

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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 your Lexus
dealer.
■Compatible models
The following iPod®, iPod nano®, iPod classic®, iPod touch® and iPhone® devices can
be used with this system.
●Made for
• iPod touch (5th generation)
• iPod touch (4th generation)
• iPod touch (3rd generation)
• iPod touch (2nd generation)
•iPod touch (1st generation)
•iPod classic
•iPod with video
• iPod nano (7th generation)
• iPod nano (6th generation)
• iPod nano (5th generation)
• iPod nano (4th generation)
• iPod nano (3rd generation)
• iPod nano (2nd generation)
• iPod nano (1st generation)
•iPhone 5
•iPhone 4S
•iPhone 4
•iPhone 3GS
•iPhone 3G
•iPhone
Depending on differences between models or software versions etc., some models
might be incompatible with this system.
MessageCause/Correction procedures
“Connection error.”This indicates a problem in the iPod or its connection.
“There are no songs available
for playback.”This indicates that there is no music data in the iPod.
“No items available.”This indicates that songs are not found in a selected
playlist.
“Please check the iPod firm-
ware version.”This indicates that the software version is not com-
patible.
Please check the compatible models. ( P. 3 6 1 )
“iPod authorization failed.”This indicates that the Lexus Display Audio system
failed to authorize the iPod.
Please check your iPod.

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P. 3 3 0
Pressing the “MEDIA” button displays the USB top screen from any screen of the
selected source.
■Menu screen
 P. 3 4 3
■Selecting a file
Press the “ ” or “ ” button or turn the “TUNE/SCROLL” knob to select the
desired file number.
To fast-forward or rewind, press and hold the “ ” or “ ” button.
■Selecting a play mode
Move the controller to the right and select “Browse”.
Select the desired play mode, then select a file to begin the selected play
mode.
■Displaying the now playing list
Move the controller to the right and select “Now Playing List”.
Listening USB memory device
Connecting a USB memory device enables you to enjoy music from the vehi-
cle speakers.
Select “USB1” or “USB2” on th e audio source selection screen.
Connecting a USB memory device
USB top screen
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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 functions may not be available. If the device is
inoperable or a function is unavailable due to a malfunction (as opposed to a system
specification), disco nnecting the device and reconnect ing it may resolve the problem.
●If the USB memory device still does not be gin 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 pr oblem 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 HS (480 Mbps) and FS (12 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 and 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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■MP3, WMA and AAC files
MP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER 3) is a standard audio compression format.
Files can be compressed to approximately 1 /10 of their original size 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.
●MP3 file compatibility
• Compatible standards MP3 (MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERIII, MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERIII)
• Compatible sampling frequencies MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERIII: 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERIII: 16, 22.05, 24 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (compatible with VBR) MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERIII: 32-320 (kbps)
MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERIII: 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 Window Media Audio Standard)
• Compatible sampling frequencies
32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (only compat ible 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
●File names
The only files that can be recognized as MP3/WMA/AAC and played are those with
the extension .mp3, .wma or .m4a.
●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.