2017 LEXUS RC300H air

3495-1. Basic Operations
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Lexus Display Audio system
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
■When using the screen
●Under extremely cold conditions, the Lexus Display Audio controller may react slowly.
●If the screen is cold, the display may be dark, or the system may seem to be operating slightly slower than normal.
●The screen may seem dark and hard to se e when viewed through sunglasses. Change your angle of viewing, adjust the display on the “Display” screen ( P. 358) or remove your sunglasses.
■Using cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system's speakers if a cellular phone is being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio system is operating.
WARNING
■Using the Lexus Display Audio controller
Be careful when touching the Lexus Display Audio controller in extreme temperatures as it may become very hot or cold due to the temperature inside the vehicle.
■Laser product
This product is a class 1 laser product.
Do not open the cover of the player or attempt to repair the unit yourself. Refer servic- ing to qualified personnel.
NOTICE
■To prevent Lexus Display Audio controller malfunction
●Do not allow the Lexus Display Audio controller to come into contact with food, liq-uid, stickers or lit cigarettes as doing so may cause it to change color, emit a strangeodor or stop functioning.
●Do not subject the Lexus Display Audio controller to excessive pressure or strongimpact as the controller may bend or break off.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off.
■To avoid damaging the audio system
Take care not to spill drinks or other fluids on the audio system.

3545-2. Setup
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
Go to “General settings”: “Setup” “General”
Change language.
The selectable languages may differ
depending on the model or region.
Change the distance unit.
Set the beep sound on/off.
Change the button color.
Change the startup image and
screen off image. ( P. 355)
Set the animation effect on/off.
Delete personal data ( P. 356)
Update program versions.
For details, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Update gracenote database versions.
For details, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Display the open source license.
General settings
Settings are available for adjusting the operation sounds, screen animation,
etc.
Screen for general settings
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3725-5. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
■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 any authorizedLexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■Discs that can be used
Discs with the marks shown below can be used. Playback may not be possible depending on re cording format or disc features, or due to scratches, dirt or deterioration.
CDs with copy-protection features may not play correctly.
■Music disc player protection feature
To protect the internal components, playback is automatically stopped when a problem is detected.
■If a disc is left inside the Music disc player or in the ejected position for extended peri-ods
Disc may be damaged and may not play properly.
■Lens cleaners
Do not use lens cleaners. Doing so may damage the Music disc 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 Mi crosoft 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 an d 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 insertedupside 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.

3795-6. Using an external device
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Lexus Display Audio system
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
■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 any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■iPod problems
To resolve most problems encountered when us ing your iPod, disconnect your iPod from the vehicle iPod connection and reset it. For instructions on how to reset your iPod, referto your iPod Owner's Manual.
MessageCause/Correction procedures
“Connection error. Pleaseconsult your owner’s manualfor instructions on how to
reconnect the iPod.”
This indicates a problem in the iPod or its connection.
“There are no songs available for playback. Please add com-patible songs to your iPod.”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.
“Check the iPod firmware ver-
sion.”
This indicates that the software version is not com- patible.Please check the compatible models.( P. 380)
“iPod authorization failed.”
This indicates that the Lexus Display Audio system
failed to authorize the iPod. Please check your iPod.

3825-6. Using an external device
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
Moving the controller to the right and selecting “Play video” while the USB video
screen is displayed changes to USB video mode.
This function cannot be used while USB photo or MirrorLink  is in use.
■Menu screen
 P. 366
■Selecting a file
Press the “ ” or “” button, turn the right side knob (left-hand drive vehicle) or
left side knob (right-hand drive vehicle) on the audio panel to select the
desired file number.
To fast-forward or reverse, press and hold the “ ” or “” button.
■Selecting a folder
Move the controller to the right and select “Browse”.
Select the desired folder, then select a file to begin using the selected
folder.
■Displaying the now playing list
Move the controller to the right and select “Now playing list”.
■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 du e to a malfunction (as opposed to a system specification), disconnecting the device and reconnecting it may resolve the problem.
●If the USB memory device still does not begin 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 problem is not rectified, take the vehicle to any authorizedLexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
USB video
MessageCause/Correction procedures
“Connection error. Consult your
owner’s manual for instructions on how to reconnect the USBdevice.”
This indicates a problem with the USB memorydevice or its connection.
“There are no files available for
playback. Add compatible files to your USB device.”
This indicates that no MP3/WMA/AAC files areincluded on the USB memory device.
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3895-7. Connecting Bluetooth®
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Lexus Display Audio system
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
Turn the Bluetooth® connection setting of your device set to on.
Go to “Bluetooth
* setup”:  “Setup”  “Bluetooth*”
Move the controller to the left and then select “Add device”
When this screen is displayed,
search for the device name dis-
played on this screen on your
Bluetooth
® device.
For operation of the Bluetooth® device,
see the manual that comes with your
Bluetooth
® device.
Register the Bluetooth® device
using your Bluetooth® device.
A PIN code are not required for SSP (Secur e Simple Pairing) compatible Bluetooth®
devices. Depending on the device, you may ne ed to select Yes to register, or No to
cancel on the device.
If an error message is displayed, follow the guidance on the screen to try again.
*: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Go to “Bluetooth* setup”:  “Setup”  “Bluetooth*”
Move the controller to the left and then select “Remove device”.
Select the device to remove.
*: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Registering a Bluetooth® device
Bluetooth® compatible phones (HFP) and po rtable audio players (AVP) can
be registered simultaneously. You can register up to 5 Bluetooth® devices.
How to register a Bluetooth® device
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Removing a Bluetooth® device
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4185-11. Bluetooth®
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
■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 player that is connected to the system, opera- tion may differ slightly and certain functions may not be available.
■When using the hands-free system
●The audio system is muted 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 blowing directly on the microphone• If there is interference from the network of the cellular phone
●Depending on the type of phone, ce rtain 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 telephone lines, etc.
●When the cellular phone itself cannot be used
●When transferring phonebook data from the cellular phone
Bluetooth®

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6Interior features
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
6-1. Using the air conditioning
system
Automatic air conditioning
system .......................................... 432
Heated steering wheel/
seat heaters/
seat ventilators ......................... 444
6-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ......................... 446
• Interior lights .......................... 447
• Personal lights .......................448
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ............ 449
• Glove box ...............................450
• Console box ..........................450
• Cup holders ............................ 451
Trunk features ............................. 452
6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ............ 455
• Sun visors ................................455
• Vanity mirrors .......................455
• Clock ........................................ 456
• Power outlet........................... 456
• Assist grips ............................. 457
• Coat hooks .............................458