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Interior features Selecting a station
■ Seek tuning
Press and hold “  ” or “  ” on the “PRST•TRACK” button. 
■ Manual tuning
Turn the “TUNE•SCROLL” knob.
■ Preset stations
Press “  ” or “  ” on the “PRST•TRACK” butto n or select desired preset
stations.
Setting station presets (excluding XM ®
 Satellite Radio)
Radio mode has a mix preset function,  which can store up to 36 stations
(6 station per page    6 page) from any of the AM, FM or SAT bands.
Search for desired stations by turning the “TUNE•SCROLL”
knob or pressing and holding “  ” or “  ” on the “PRST•TRACK”
button.
Select and hold one of the pr eset stations (1-6 every page).
Scanning radio stations (excluding XM ®
 Satellite Radio)
Select “SCAN” on the screen. “SCAN” appears on the screen. The ra dio will find the next station and
stay there for 10 seconds if “All” or  “HD Only” is selected, or 5 seconds
if “Analog” is selected (  P. 371), and then scan again.
Select “SCAN” once again when  the desired station is reached.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 1
STEP 2 
         
        
        
     
        
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■ HD Radio™ technology troubleshooting guide Experience Cause Action
Mismatch of time 
alignment- a user 
may hear a short 
period of program-
ming replayed or an 
echo, stutter or skip. The radio stations 
analog and digital 
volume is not prop-
erly aligned or the 
station is in ball-
game mode. None, radio broadcast issue. A 
user can contact the radio sta-
tion.
Sound fades, blend-
ing in and out. Radio is shifting 
between analog and 
digital audio. Reception issue, may clear-up 
as the vehicle continues to be 
driven. Selecting “Analog” can 
force radio in an analog audio.
Audio mute condi-
tion when an HD2 /
HD3 multicast 
channel had been 
playing. The radio does not 
have access to digi-
tal signals at the 
moment. This is normal behavior, wait 
until the digital signal returns. If 
out of the coverage area, seek 
a new station.
Audio mute delay 
when selecting an 
HD2 /HD3 multi-
cast channel preset. The digital multicast 
content is not avail-
able until HD 
Radio ™
 broadcast 
can be decoded 
and make the audio 
available. This takes 
up to 7 seconds. This is normal behavior, wait 
for the audio to become avail-
able.
Text information 
does not match the 
present song audio. Data service issue 
by the radio broad-
caster. Broadcaster should be noti-
fied. Complete the form; 
www.ibiquity.com/automotive/
report_radio_station_experie
nces . 
         
        
        
     
        
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Lens cleaners
Do not use lens cleaners. Doing so may damage the CD player.■
MP3 and WMA files
MP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER 3) is a standard audio compression format.
Files can be compressed to approximately 1 /10 of their original size by using MP3
compression.
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.
There is a limit to the MP3 and WMA file standards that can be used and to the
media/formats on which the files are recorded. ●
MP3 file compatibility
• Compatible standards
MP3 (MPEG1 LAYER3, MPEG2 LSF LAYER3)
• Compatible sampling frequencies
MPEG1 LAYER3: 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 16, 22.05, 24 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (compatible with VBR)
MPEG1 LAYER3: 32—320 (kbps)
MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 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
32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
Compatible bit rates (only compatible with 2-channel playback)
Ve r.  7,  8 :  C B R  4 8 — 1 9 2  ( k b p s )
Ver. 9: CBR 48—320 (kbps)
●
Compatible media
Media that can be used for MP3 and WMA playback are CD-Rs and CD-RWs.
Playback in some instances may not be possible if the CD-R or CD-RW is not
finalized. Playback may not be possible or the audio may jump if the disc is
scratched or marked with fingerprints. 
         
        
        
     
        
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Compatible disc formats
The following disc formats can be used.
• Disc formats: CD-ROM Mode 1 and Mode 2
CD-ROM XA Mode 2, Form 1 and Form 2
• File formats: ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2, (Romeo, Joliet)
UDF (2.01 or lower)
MP3 and WMA files written in 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 (including the root)
• Maximum length of folder names/file names: 32 characters
• Maximum number of folders: 192 (including the root)
• Maximum number of files per disc: 255●
File names
The only files that can be recognized  as MP3/WMA and played are those with
the extension .mp3 or .wma.●
Discs containing multi-session recordings
As the audio system is compatible with multi-sessions, it is possible to play discs
that contain MP3 and WMA files. However, only the first session can be played.●
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 ID3 tags. (The
number of characters is based on ID3 Ver. 1.0 and 1.1.) 
WMA tags can be added to WMA files, ma king it possible to record the track
title and artist name in the same way as with ID3 tags. 
         
        
        
     
        
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About iPod
●
“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” me an that an electronic accessory has
been designed to connect specifically to  iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has
been certified 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 the 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., registered 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” or “Off”. (  P.  3 3 8 )●
It may take time to disp lay iPod cover art, and the iPod may not be operated
while the cover art display is in process.●
Only iPod cover art that is saved in a JPEG format can be displayed.■
iPod functions ●
When an iPod is connected and the audio source is changed to iPod mode, the
iPod will resume play from the same point in which it was last used.●
Depending on the iPod that is connecte d to the system, certain functions may
not be available. If a function is unavailable due to a malfunction (as opposed to
a system specification), disconnecting  the device and reconnecting it once
again may resolve the problem.
●
While connected to the system, the iPod cannot be operated with its own con-
trols. 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.
●
Supported models (  P.  3 9 7 ) 
         
        
        
     
        
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Repeat play
Each time   is selected, the mode changes in the following order:
■
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 available. If the
device is inoperable or a function is unavailable due to a malfunction (as
opposed to a system specification), di sconnecting the device and reconnecting
it once again may resolve the problem.●
If the USB memory still does not begin operation after being disconnected and
reconnected, format the memory.■
Error messages for USB memory
“Connection error. Please consult your Ow ner’s Manual for instructions on how to
connect the USB device.”:
This indicates a problem in the USB memory or its connec-
tion.
“No compatible audio files found. Please add compatible files to your USB device.”:
This indicates that no MP3/WMA files are included in the
USB memory.: File repeat
: Folder repeat
: Off 
         
        
        
     
        
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USB memory ●
Compatible devices
USB memory that can be used for MP3 and WMA playback.●
Compatible device formats
The following device formats can be used:
• USB communication formats: USB2.0 HS (480Mbps)
• File formats: FAT16/32 (Windows)
• Correspondence class: Mass storage class 
MP3 and WMA files written in 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●
MP3 and WMA 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
compression.
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.
There is a limit to the MP3 and WMA file  standards that can be used and to the
media/formats on which the files are recorded.●
MP3 file compatibility
• Compatible standards
MP3 (MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERII, III, MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERII, III,
MPEG2.5)
• Compatible sampling frequencies
MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 16, 22.05, 24 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (compatible with VBR)
MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 32-320 (kbps)
MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 8-160 (kbps)
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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, VBR)●
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.●
MP3 and WMA playback
• When a device containing MP3 or WMA files is connected, all files in the
USB memory device are checked. Once the file check is finished, the first
MP3 or WMA file is played. To make the file check finish more quickly, we
recommend that you do not include any files other than MP3 or WMA files
or create any unnecessary folders.
• When the USB device is connected and the audio source is changed to USB
memory mode, the USB device will start playing the first file in the first folder.
If the same device is removed and reinserted (and the contents have not been
changed), the USB device will resume play from the same point in which it
was last used.●
Extensions
If the file extensions .mp3 and .wma are used for files other than MP3 and WMA
files, they will be skipped (not played).