2019 LEXUS RX350 CD player

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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RX350/RX350L_U 5-1. Basic Operations
Lexus Display Audio
system.......................................... 394
Steering wheel audio
switches ......................................400
Mobile Assistant ......................... 401
USB/AUX ports ........................ 403
5-2. Setup
Setup menu .................................. 406
General settings......................... 407
Voice settings............................... 410
Display settings .............................. 411
5-3. Using the audio system
Selecting the audio
source ............................................412
Optimal use of the audio
system............................................413
Audio settings ...............................414
Audio menu screen
operation ...................................... 417
5-4. Using the radio
Radio operation.......................... 420
5-5. Playing an audio CD and
MP3/WMA/AAC discs
CD player operation .................427
5-6. Using an external device
Listening to an iPod .................. 434
Using USB memory
device .......................................... 438
Using the AUX port ................. 442 5-7. Connecting Bluetooth ®
Steps for using Bluetooth ®

devices ........................................ 443
Registering a Bluetooth ®

device .......................................... 445
Selecting a Bluetooth ®

device .......................................... 446
Connecting a Bluetooth ®

audio player ...............................447
Connecting a Bluetooth ®

phone ........................................... 448
Displaying a Bluetooth ®

device details ............................ 449
Detailed Bluetooth ®

settings ........................................ 450
5-8. Bluetooth ®
Audio
Listening to Bluetooth ®

Audio ........................................... 453
5-9. Bluetooth ®
Phone
Using a Bluetooth ®

Phone........................................... 455
Making a call................................ 457
Receiving a call ........................... 460
Speaking on the phone .............461
Using a Bluetooth ®
phone
message...................................... 463
Using the steering wheel
switches ...................................... 465
Bluetooth ®
phone
settings ........................................ 466
5-10. Phonebook
Contact settings ......................... 468
Messaging settin g ....................... 4715
Lexus Display Audio
system

42 1-1. For safe use
RX350/RX350L_U ■
If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate) ●
Slight abrasions, burns, brui sing etc., may be sustained from SRS airbags, due to the
extremely high speed deployment (inflation) by hot gases. ●
A loud noise and white powder will be emitted. ●
Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator) as well as the
front seats, parts of the front and rear pillars, and roof side rails, may be hot for several
minutes. The airbag itself may also be hot. ●
The windshield may crack. ●
For Lexus Enform Safety Connect subscribers, if any of the following situations occur,
the system is designed to send an emerge ncy call to the response center, notifying
them of the vehicle’s location (without needing to push the “SOS” button) and an agent
will attempt to speak with the occupants to ascertain the level of emergency and assis-
tance required. If the occupants are unable to communicate, the agent automatically
treats the call as an emergency and helps to dispatch the necessary emergency ser-
vices. (  P. 568)
• An SRS airbag is deployed.
• A seat belt pretensioner is activated.
• The vehicle is involved in a severe rear-end collision.WARNING ■
Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components
Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifications without
consulting your Lexus dealer. The SRS airb ags may malfunction or deploy (inflate)
accidentally, causing death or serious injury. ●
Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags ●
Repairs, modifications, removal or replacement of the steering wheel, instrument
panel, dashboard, seats or seat upholstery, front, side and rear pillars, roof side rails,
front door panels, front door trims, or front door speakers ●
Modifications to the front door panel (such as making a hole in it) ●
Repairs or modifications of the front fend er, front bumper, or side of the occupant
compartment ●
Installation of a grille guard (bull bars, ka ngaroo bar, etc.), snow plows, winches or
roof luggage carrier ●
Modifications to the vehicle’s suspension system ●
Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios and CD players●
Modifications to your vehicle for a person with a physical disability

148 3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
RX350/RX350L_U ■
Electronic Key battery-Saving Function
When battery-saving mode is set, battery depletion is minimized by stopping the elec-
tronic key from re ceiving radio waves.
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Conditions affe cting operation
The smart access system with push-button start, wireless remote control and engine
immobilizer system use weak radio waves. In the following situations, the communication
between the electronic key and the vehicle ma y be affected, preventing the smart access
system with push-button star t, wireless remote control and engine immobilizer system
from operating properly. (Ways of coping:  P. 684)●
When the electronic key battery is depleted ●
Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas st ation, radio station, la rge display, airport or
other facility that generates strong radio wave s or electrical noise●
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 radio
waves
• Portable radio, cellular phone, cordle ss phone or other wireless communication
devices
• Another vehicle’s electronic key, another electronic key of your vehicle, or a wireless
key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or person al digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems ●
If window tint with a metallic content or me tallic objects are atta ched to the rear win-
dow ●
When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic devices ●
When the vehicle is parked in a pay parking spot where radio waves are emittedPress twice while pressing and holding .
Confirm that the electronic key indicator flashes
4 times.
While the battery-saving mode is set, the smart
access system with push -button start cannot be
used. To cancel the function, press any of the
electronic key buttons.

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RX350/RX350L_U 5-1. Basic Operations
Lexus Display Audio
system .......................................... 394
Steering wheel audio
switches...................................... 400
Mobile Assistant.......................... 401
USB/AUX ports ........................403
5-2. Setup
Setup menu ..................................406
General settings ......................... 407
Voice settings ............................... 410
Display settings .............................. 411
5-3. Using the audio system
Selecting the au dio source ......412
Optimal use of the audio
system ........................................... 413
Audio settings ...............................414
Audio menu screen
operation ......................................417
5-4. Using the radio
Radio operation.......................... 420
5-5. Playing an audio CD and
MP3/WMA/AAC discs
CD player operation ................ 4275 Lexus Display
Audio system

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Audio system
RX350/RX350L_U 5-6. Using an external device
Listening to an iPod ...................434
Using USB memory
device.......................................... 438
Using the AUX port ................. 442
5-7. Connecting Bluetooth ®
Steps for using Bluetooth ®

devices .........................................443
Registering a Bluetooth ®

device...........................................445
Selecting a Bluetooth ®

device...........................................446
Connecting a Bluetooth ®

audio player ............................... 447
Connecting a Bluetooth ®

phone .......................................... 448
Displaying a Bluetooth ®

device details ............................449
Detailed Bluetooth ®

settings........................................ 450
5-8. Bluetooth ®
Audio
Listening to Bluetooth ®

Audio............................................453 5-9. Bluetooth ®
Phone
Using a Bluetooth ®

Phone ...........................................455
Making a call ................................ 457
Receiving a call ...........................460
Speaking on the phone............. 461
Using a Bluetooth ®
phone
message ...................................... 463
Using the steering wheel
switches....................................... 465
Bluetooth ®
phone
settings ........................................ 466
5-10. Phonebook
Contact settings .........................468
Messaging setting........................471
5-11. Bluetooth ®
What to do if...
(Troubleshooting)................... 472
Bluetooth ®
................................... 476
5-12. Other function
“Information” screen................. 482
USB photo ....................................484
Weather information................486
Voice command system ......... 487

4035-1. Basic Operations
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Lexus Display Audio system
RX350/RX350L_U Press the knob.
Open the cover.
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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, if applicable, of the US B memory device if it is not turned on.
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Portable audio player
Open the cover and connect the portable audio player. Turn on the power of the portable au dio 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 “External” on
the audio source selection screen and the device can be operated via Lexus
Display Audio system.
Connecting using the USB/AUX port 1
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RX350/RX350L_U 5-5. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
Pressing the “MEDIA” button displays the CD top screen from any screen of the
selected source. ■
Menu screen
 P. 417■
Selecting a track/file
Press the “  PRST” or “TRACK  ” button or turn the “TUNE•SCROLL” knob
to select the desired track/file number.
To fast-forward or rewind, press and hold the “  PRST” or “TRACK  ” button.■
Selecting the track by the list (CD)
Move the controller to the right an d then select the desired track.■
Selecting a folder (MP3/WMA/AAC disc)
Move the controller to the ri ght 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” butto n or select “DISC” on the “Source”
screen with a disc inserted to begin listening to a CD.
CD top screen
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428 5-5. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
RX350/RX350L_U ■
Error messages
If the following error messages appear on th e screen, refer to the table and take the
appropriate measures. If the pr oblem is not rectified, take the vehicle to your Lexus
dealer.
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Discs that can be used
Discs with the marks sh own below can be used.
Playback may not be possible depending on recording format or disc features, or due to
scratches, dirt or deterioration.
CDs with copy-protection feat ures may not play correctly.■
CD player protection feature
To protect the internal components, playback is automatically stopped when a problem is
detected. ■
If a disc is left inside the CD player or in the ejected position for extended periods
Disc may be damaged and may not play properly. ■
Lens cleaners
Do not use lens cleaners. Doing so may damage the CD 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 Microsoft audio compression format.
This format compresses audio data to a si ze smaller than that of the MP3 format.
AAC is short for Advanced Audio Coding and refers to an audi o compression technol-
ogy standard used with MPEG2 and MPEG4.
MP3, WMA and AAC file and media/formats compatibility are limited. Message Cause Correction procedures
“Check disc” • The disc is dirty or dam-
aged.
• The disc is inserted
upside 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.