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3405-6. Using an external device
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
●“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 the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone
may affect wireless performance.
●iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano and iP od 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. 322)
●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 th e 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 us e the controls of the vehicle’s audio system
instead.
●When the battery level of an iP od is very low, the iPod may not operate. If so, charge the
iPod before use. 
●Compatible models ( →P. 342)
■iPod problems
To resolve most problems encountered when  using your iPod, disconnect your iPod from
the vehicle iPod connection and reset it. For instructions on how to reset your iPod, refer
to your iPod Owner’s Manual. 
         
        
        
     
        
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5
Lexus Display Audio system
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)5-9. Bluetooth
® Phone
Before making a phone call, check the connection status, battery charge, call
area and signal strength. (
→P. 360)
If a Bluetooth
® device cannot be connected, chec k the connection status. If the
device is not connected, either register or reconnect it. (
→P. 350, 353)
To display the screen shown below, press the off-hook switch on the steering
wheel or select “Phone” on the “Menu” screen. Phone name
Bluetooth
® connection status 
(→ P. 360)
Displays the call history screen 
(→ P. 363)
Displays the favorites screen 
(→ P. 363)
Displays the contacts screen 
(→ P. 361)
Displays the dial pad screen ( →P. 361)
Displays the message inbox screen ( →P. 367)
Using a Bluetooth® Phone
The hands-free system is a function that  allows you to use your cellular phone
without touching it.
This system supports Bluetooth
®. Bluetooth® is a wireless data system that
allows the cellular phone to wirelessly  connect to the hands-free system and
make/receive calls.
Phone top screen
1
2
3
4
5
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3605-9. Bluetooth® Phone
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
◆Phone switch ( →P. 369)
◆Microphone
The vehicle’s built-in microphone is
used when talking on the phone.
The person to whom you are speak-
ing to can be heard from the front
speakers.
To use the hands-free system, you
must register your Bluetooth
®
phone in the system. ( →P. 350)
You can check indicators such as signal strength and battery charge on a\
ny
screen. Connection status
Signal strength
Battery charge
Status display
1
2
3
IndicatorsConditions
Connection status
GoodPoorNot connected
(Blue)(Gray)
Signal strength
ExcellentPoor
Battery charge
FullEmpty 
         
        
        
     
        
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3795-11. Bluetooth®
5
Lexus Display Audio system
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
In other situations
Even though all conceivable measures have been taken, the symptom status does not
change.
The cellular phone is not close enough to this system.
→ Bring the cellular phone closer to this system.
The cellular phone is the most  likely cause of the symptom.
→ Turn the cellular phone off, remove and reinstall the battery pack, and then
restart the cellular phone.
→ Enable the cellular phone’s Bluetooth
® connection.
→ Stop the cellular phone’s security software and close all applications.
→ Before using an application installed on  the cellular phone, carefully check its
source and how its operation might affect this system. 
         
        
        
     
        
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3805-11. Bluetooth®
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
■When using the Bluetooth® audio system
●In the following situations, the system may not function.
• If the portable audio player is turned off
• If the portable audio player is not connected
• If the portable audio player’s battery is low
●There may be a delay if a cellular phone connection is made during Bluetooth® audio
play.
●Depending on the type of portable audio play er that is connected to the system, opera-
tion may differ slight ly and certain functions may not be available.
■When using the hands-free system
●The audio system is mu ted when making a call.
●If both parties speak at the same time, it may be difficult to hear.
●If the received call volume is over ly loud, an echo may be heard. 
If the Bluetooth® phone is too close to the system,  quality of the sound may deteriorate
and connection status may deteriorate.
●In the following situations, it may be difficult to hear the other party:
• When driving on unpaved roads
• When driving at high speeds
• If a window is open
• If the air conditioning is blow ing directly on the microphone
• If there is interference from  the network of the cellular phone
●Depending on the type phone, certain functions may not be available.
■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 phone lines, etc.
●When the cellular phone itself cannot be used
●When transferring phonebook da ta from the cellular phone
Bluetooth® 
         
        
        
     
        
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3815-11. Bluetooth®
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Lexus Display Audio system
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
■Bluetooth® antenna
The antenna is built into the display. 
If the portable audio player is behind the se at or in the glove box or console box, or is
touching or covered by metal objects,  the connection status may deteriorate. 
If the cellular phone is  behind the seat or in the console box, or touching or covered by
metal objects, the connection status may deteriorate.
■Battery charge/signal status
●This display may not correspond exactly wi th the portable audio player or cellular
phone itself.
●This system does not have a charging function.
●The portable audio player or cellular phone  battery will be depleted quickly when the
device is connected 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.
■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®
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are regis-
tered 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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4096-2. Using the air conditioning system
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Interior features
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
■When the outside temperature falls to nearly 32°F (0 °C)
The dehumidification function may not oper ate even when   is pressed or “A/C” is
selected.
■Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
●During use, various odors from inside and  outside the vehicle may enter into and accu-
mulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the
vents.
●To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning  system be set to outside air mode prior
to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be dela yed for a short period of time immediately
after the air conditioning system  is started in automatic mode.
■Air conditioning filter
→P. 491
■Customization
Settings (e.g. A/C Auto switch  operation) can be changed. 
(Customizable features:  →P. 608)
WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up 
●Do not use   during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The differ-
ence between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause
the outer surface of the windshield  to fog up, blocking your vision.
■To prevent burns
●Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers are on.
●Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to  the side of the front pillars
when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioni ng system on longer than necessary when the engine is
stopped.
●Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover th e air outlets. Other-
wise, air flow may be obstructed, preventing
the windshield defoggers from defogging. 
         
        
        
     
        
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4106-2. Using the air conditioning system
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
Turn the heated steering wheel on/off
The indicator light comes on when the
heated steering wheel is operating.
●The heated steering wheel can be used when the engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
●The heated steering wheel will automati cally turn off after about 30 minutes.
Heated steering wheel∗/seat heaters∗/seat ventila-
tors
∗
∗
: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the steering
wheel and seats, respectively. Seat ventilators maintain good airflow by blow-
ing air from the seats.
WARNING
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories comes in
contact with the steering wheel or 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 the 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, nails, etc.) into the seat.
●To prevent battery discharge, do not us e the functions when the engine is off.
Heated steering wheel