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RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
5-1. Basic Operations
Lexus Display Audio
System .........................................344
Steering wheel audio
switches...................................... 350
USB/AUX ports ......................... 351
5-2. Setup
Setup menu...................................353
General settings .........................354
Voice settings ..............................357
Display settings .......................... 358
5-3. Using the audio system
Selecting the audio
source ......................................... 360
Optimal use of the audio
system ........................................... 361
Audio settings..............................362
Audio menu screen
operation ....................................366
5-4. Using the radio
Radio operation ..........................369
5-5. Playing an audio CD and
MP3/WMA/AAC discs
CD player operation ................. 371
5-6. Using an external device
Listening to an iPod ................... 377
Using USB memory
device............................................ 381
Using the AUX port ................ 386
5-7. Connecting Bluetooth®
Steps for using Bluetooth®
devices.........................................387
Registering a Bluetooth®
device.......................................... 389
Selecting a Bluetooth®
device.......................................... 390
Connecting a Bluetooth®
audio player................................ 391
Connecting a Bluetooth®
phone ...........................................392
Displaying a Bluetooth®
device details ............................393
Detailed Bluetooth®
settings.........................................394
5-8. Bluetooth® Audio
Listening to Bluetooth®
Audio............................................395
5Lexus Display Audio system
481-1. For safe use
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
WARNING
■SRS airbag precautions
●Do not strike or apply significant levels of force to the area of the SRS airbag compo- nents.
Doing so can cause the SRS airbags to malfunction.
●Do not touch any of the component parts immediately after the SRS airbags have deployed (inflated) as they may be hot.
●If breathing becomes difficult after the SRS airbags have deployed, open a door orwindow to allow fresh air in, or leave the vehicle if it is safe to do so. Wash off any resi-due as soon as possible to prevent skin irritation.
●If the areas where the SRS airbags are stored, such as the steering wheel pad andfront and rear pillar garnishes are damaged or cracked, have them replaced by anyauthorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or an other duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
■Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components
Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifications without
consulting any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional. The SRS airbags may malfunction or deploy (inflate) acciden-tally, causing death or serious injury.
●Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags
●Repairs, modifications, removal or repl acement of the steering wheel, instrument panel, dashboard, seats or seat upholstery, fr ont, side and rear pillars or roof side rails
●Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the occupant compartment
●Installation of a grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar, etc.), snow plows, winches
●Modifications to the vehicle’s suspension system
●Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios (RF-transmitter) and CD players
●Modifications to your vehicle for a person with a physical disability
1573-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Operation of each component
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
■Electronic Key Battery-Saving Function
When battery-saving mode is set, battery depl etion is minimized by stopping the elec- tronic key from receiving radio waves.
■Conditions affecting operation
The smart entry & start system uses weak ra dio waves. In the following situations, the communication between the electronic key an d the vehicle may be affected, preventing the smart entry & start system, wireless remote control and immobilizer system from
operating properly. (Ways of coping: P. 578)
●When the electronic key battery is depleted
●Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large display, airport or
other facility that gene rates strong radio waves or electrical noise
●When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless com- munication device
●When the electronic key is in contact wi th, or is covered by the following metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside • Metallic wallets or bags•Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal • Media such as CDs and DVDs
●When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
●When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that emit radiowaves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves • Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
●If window tint with a metallic content or me tallic objects are attached to the rear win-
dow
●When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic devices
Press twice while pressing and holding
. Confirm that the electronic key indica-
tor flashes 4 times.
While the battery-saving mode is set, the smart entry & start system cannot be used. To cancelthe function, press any of the electronic key but-
tons.
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RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
5-1. Basic Operations
Lexus Display Audio
System ......................................... 344
Steering wheel audio
switches.......................................350
USB/AUX ports ......................... 351
5-2. Setup
Setup menu ..................................353
General settings......................... 354
Voice settings.............................. 357
Display settings ...........................358
5-3. Using the audio system
Selecting the audio
source ..........................................360
Optimal use of the audio
system ........................................... 361
Audio settings ............................. 362
Audio menu screen
operation .................................... 366
5-4. Using the radio
Radio operation.......................... 369
5-5. Playing an audio CD and
MP3/WMA/AAC discs
CD player operation ..................371
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Audio system
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5-6. Using an external device
Listening to an iPod................... 377
Using USB memory
device............................................ 381
Using the AUX port ................ 386
5-7. Connecting Bluetooth®
Steps for using Bluetooth®
devices.........................................387
Registering a Bluetooth®
device.......................................... 389
Selecting a Bluetooth®
device.......................................... 390
Connecting a Bluetooth®
audio player ................................ 391
Connecting a Bluetooth®
phone ...........................................392
Displaying a Bluetooth®
device details ............................393
Detailed Bluetooth®
settings.........................................394
5-8. Bluetooth® Audio
Listening to Bluetooth®
Audio............................................395
5-9. Bluetooth® Phone
Using a Bluetooth®
Phone........................................... 397
Making a call................................ 399
Receiving a call ........................... 402
Speaking on the phone ...........403
Using a Bluetooth®
phone messages .....................405
Using the steering wheel
switches.......................................408
Bluetooth® phone
settings ........................................409
5-10. Phonebook
Contact settings ............................ 411
Messaging setting .......................414
5-11. Bluetooth®
What to do if...
(Troubleshooting).................... 415
Bluetooth®.................................... 418
5-12. Other function
“Information” screen................. 423
MirrorLink ................................ 424
USB photo .................................... 427
Speech command
system .......................................... 429
Some of the functions cannot be operated while driving.
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.
3515-1. Basic Operations
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■iPod
Open the cover and connect an
iPod using an iPod cable.
Turn on the power of the iPod if it is not turned on.
■USB memory
Open the cover and connect the USB memory device.
Turn on the power of the USB memory device if it is not turned on.
■Portable audio player
Open the cover and connect the portable audio player.
Turn on the power of the portable audio player if it is not turned on.
USB/AUX ports
Connect an iPod, USB memory device or portable audio player to the USB/
AUX port as indicated below. Select “iPod”, “USB”, “AUX” or “A/V” on the
audio source selection screen and the device can be operated via the Lexus
Display Audio system.
Connecting using the USB/AUX port
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5-5. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
Pressing the “MEDIA” button displays the audio disc top screen from any screen
of the selected source.
■Menu screen
P. 366
■Selecting a track/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 track/file number.
To fast-forward or rewind, press and hold the “ ” or “” button.
■Selecting the track by the list (CD)
Move the controller to the right and then select the desired track.
■Selecting a folder (MP3/WMA/AAC disc)
Move the controller to the right and then select “Folders”.
Select the desired folder. Then select a file to begin using the selected
folder.
■Selecting a file by the selected folder (MP3/WMA/AAC disc)
Move the controller to the right and then select “Files”.
Select the desired file.
CD player operation
Insert a disc, press the “MEDIA” button or select “DISC” on the “Source”
screen with a disc inserted to begin listening to a disc.
Audio disc top screen
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