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.The time it takes to process files
will depend on the USB storage
device type and capacity, and
the type of files stored.
. Some USB storage device files
may not be compatible.
. Up to two USB devices and one
iPod can be played through a
USB hub. All devices may not be
supported, depending on the
performance of the USB hub.
If there is not enough power
supply, it may not operate
normally.
. Do not disconnect the USB
storage device while it is playing.
This may cause damage to the
product or affect the
performance of the USB device.
. Disconnect the USB storage
device when the ignition is
turned off. If the ignition is turned
on while the USB device is
connected, the USB device may
be damaged or may not operate
normally. .
USB storage devices can only
be connected for playing music/
movies, viewing photo files,
or upgrading.
. Do not use the USB terminal to
charge USB accessory
equipment. The heat generated
may cause performance issues
or damage.
. Music files to which Digital Right
Management (DRM) is applied
cannot be played.
. USB storage device capacity
limit is 2,500 music files, 2,500
photo files, 250 movie files,
2,500 folders, and 10 stages of
folder structure. The iPod/iPhone
can play all music files
supported, but will only display
up to 2,500 files on the screen in
alphabetical order.
. Some iPod/iPhone product
models may not support the
connectivity or functionality of
this product. .
Only connect the iPod/iPhone
with connection cables
supported by iPod/iPhone
products. Other connection
cables cannot be used.
. The iPod/iPhone may be
damaged if it is connected to the
vehicle with the ignition on.
When not in use, disconnect the
iPod/iPhone.
. When the iPod/iPhone is
connected to the USB port by
using the iPod/iPhone cable, the
Bluetooth music is not
supported.
. The iPod/iPhone playback
functions and the information
displayed may be different when
played on the infotainment
system.
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.Refer to the table for the
classification items related to the
search function provided by the
iPod/iPhone.
USB Player
Playing Music from a USB Device
. Connect the USB device to the
USB port.
. Play will start automatically after
the system has finished reading
the USB device.
. If a non-readable USB device is
connected, an error message
displays and the system will
switch to the previous audio
function.If the USB device is already
connected:
.Press
{.
. Touch AUDIO.
. Touch Source.
. Touch USB.
To stop the USB device and select
another media source, touch
Source, then select the other
source.
To remove the USB device, select
another function, then remove the
USB device.
Pause
. Touch
jto pause.
. Touch
rto resume. Changing to Next/Previous Files
.
Touch
lto change to the
next file.
. Touch
gwithin five seconds of
the playback time to play the
previous file.
Returning to the Beginning of the
Current File
Touch
gafter five seconds of the
playback time.
Scanning Forward or Backward
Touch and hold
gorlduring
playback to rewind or fast forward.
Release the button to resume
playback at normal speed.
Playing a File Randomly
Touch
Zduring playback.
. ON: Plays all files randomly.
. OFF: Returns to normal
playback.
Using the USB Music Menu
. Touch Menu during playback.
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.Touch the desired menu.
Browse Music 1. Touch Browse Music.
2. Touch the desired music.
Tone Settings
. Touch Tone Settings. The Tone
Settings menu is displayed. See
“Tone Settings” under“System
Settings” inAM-FM Radio (Base
Radio with Touchscreen) 0195
or AM-FM Radio (Base
Radio) 0193. Auto Volume
.
Touch Auto Volume. The Auto
Volume menu is displayed. See
“Auto Volume” under“System
Settings” inAM-FM Radio (Base
Radio with Touchscreen) 0195
or AM-FM Radio (Base
Radio) 0193.
Traffic Program (If Equipped)
. Touch On or Off.
MTP (Media Transfer Protocol)
. Connect a MTP supported
device.
. Play will start automatically after
the system has finished reading
the MTP device.
. If a non-readable MTP device is
connected, an error message
displays and the system will
switch to the previous audio
function.
iPod/iPhone Player
This feature is limited to models
supporting the iPod/iPhone
connection. Playing Music Files
.
Connect the iPod/iPhone to the
USB port.
. Play will start from the previously
played point after the system
has finished reading the USB
device.
. If a non-readable USB device is
connected, an error message
displays and the system will
switch to the previous audio
function.
If the iPod/iPhone is already
connected:
1. Press
{.
2. Touch AUDIO.
3. Touch Source.
4. Touch iPod.
To stop the device and select
another media source, touch
Source, then select the other
source.
To remove the device, select
another function, then remove the
device.
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Pause
.Touch
jto pause.
. Touch
rto resume.
Changing to Next/Previous Song
. Touch
lto change to the
next song.
. Touch
gwithin three seconds
of the playback time to play the
previous file.
Returning to the Beginning of the
Current File
Touch
gafter three seconds of the
playback time.
Scanning Forward or Backward
Touch and hold
gorlduring
playback to rewind or fast forward.
Release the button to resume
playback at normal speed.
Playing a File Randomly
Touch
Zduring playback.
. ON: Plays all files randomly.
. OFF: Returns to normal
playback. Using the iPod Menu
.
Touch Menu during playback.
. Touch the appropriate
play mode.
Browse Music 1. Touch Browse Music.
2. Touch the desired music.
Tone Settings
. Touch Tone Settings. The Tone
Settings menu is displayed. See
“Tone Settings” under“System
Settings” inAM-FM Radio (Base
Radio with Touchscreen) 0195
or AM-FM Radio (Base
Radio) 0193.
Auto Volume
. Touch Auto Volume. The Auto
Volume menu is displayed. See
“Auto Volume” under“System
Settings” inAM-FM Radio (Base
Radio with Touchscreen) 0195
or AM-FM Radio (Base
Radio) 0193.
Pictures and Movies
(Picture System with
Touchscreen)
The infotainment system can view
picture files stored on a USB
storage device and devices that
support Media Transfer
Protocol (MTP).
Picture System Information
.
Supported file extensions: .jpg,
.bmp, .png, .gif.
. Animated GIF files are not
supported.
. Some files may not operate due
to a different recording format or
the condition of the file.
Viewing Pictures 1. Connect the USB device to the USB port.
2. Touch the screen to open to full screen. Touch the screen again
to return to the previous
screen.
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If the USB device is already
connected:1. Press
{.
2. Touch GALLERY.
Some features are disabled while
the vehicle is in motion.
Viewing a Slide Show
1. Touch
zfrom the picture
screen.
2. Touch the screen to cancel the slide show during the slide
show playback.
Viewing a Previous or Next
Picture
Touch
SorTfrom the picture
screen.
Rotating a Picture
Touch
wfrom the picture screen.
Enlarging a Picture
Touch
xfrom the picture screen. Using the USB Picture Menu
1. Touch MENU from the picture screen.
2. Touch the appropriate menu: .Slide Show Time: Allows
selection of the slide show
interval.
. Clock, Temp. Display:
Allows selection of On or
Off to show the clock and
temperature on the full
screen.
. Display Settings: Adjusts
for Brightness and Contrast.
3. Touch
0to exit.
Pictures and Movies
(Movie System with
Touchscreen)
The infotainment system can play
movie files stored on a USB storage
device and devices that support
Media Transfer Protocol (MTP). Movie System Information
.
Available resolution: Lower than
1280 x 720 (W x H) pixels.
. Frame rate: Less than 30 fps.
. Playable movie file: mp4. The
playable movie file may not be
played according to the codec
format.
. Playable codec format: H.264
codec.
. Playable Audio format: MP3,
AC3, AAC, WMA.
. Max video bitrate:
‐mpeg-1: 8 Mbps
‐ mpeg-4 (mpg4, mp42, mp43):
4 Mbps
. Max audio bitrate:
‐mp3: 320 Kbps
‐ wma: 320 Kbps
‐ ac-3: 640 Kbps
‐ aac: 449 Kbps
. Movie files to which Digital Right
Management (DRM) is applied
may not be played.
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Playing a Movie File1. Connect the USB device to the USB port.
2. Touch the screen to open to full screen. Touch the screen again
to return to the previous
screen.
If the USB device is already
connected:
1. Press
{.
2. Touch GALLERY.
3. Touch
z.
Movie is not available while driving.
Pause
. Touch
jto pause.
. Touch
rto resume.
Changing to Next/Previous Movie
. Touch
uto change to the
next file.
. Touch
twithin five seconds of
the playback time to play the
previous file. Returning to the Beginning of the
Current Movie
Touch
tafter five seconds of the
playback time.
Scanning Forward or Backward
Touch and hold
toruduring
playback to rewind or fast forward.
Release the button to resume
playback at normal speed.
Viewing Full Screen
Touch
tfrom the movie screen.
Touch
tagain to return to the
previous screen.
Using the USB Movie Menu
1. Touch MENU from the movie screen.
2. Touch the appropriate menu:
.Tone Settings: Shows the
sound setup. See “Tone
Settings” under“Base
Radio with Touchscreen” in
AM-FM Radio (Base Radio
with Touchscreen) 0195 or
AM-FM Radio (Base
Radio) 0193.
. Auto Volume: Automatically
adjusts the volume
according to the speed of
the vehicle. See “Auto
Volume” under“Base Radio
with Touchscreen” in
AM-FM Radio (Base Radio
with Touchscreen) 0195 or
AM-FM Radio (Base
Radio) 0193.
. Clock Temp. Display:
Allows selection of On or
Off to show the clock and
temperature on the full
screen.
. Display Settings: Adjusts
for brightness and contrast.
3. Touch
0to exit.
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