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3585-6. Using an external device
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
●MP3, WMA and AAC playback
• When a device containing MP3, WMA or AA C files is connected, all files in the
USB memory device are checked. Once the file check is finished, the first MP3,
WMA or AAC file is played. To make the file check finish more quickly, we recom-
mend that you do not include any files other than MP3, WMA or AAC files or cre-
ate any unnecessary folders.
• When a USB memory device is connected and the audio source is changed to USB memory mode, the USB memory device will st art playing the first file in the first
folder. If the same device is removed an d reconnected (and the contents have not
been changed), the USB memory device w ill resume play from the same point in
which it was last used.
●Extensions
If the file extensions .mp3, .wma and .m4a are used for files other than MP3, WMA
and AAC files, they will be skipped (not played).
●Playback
• To play MP3 files with steady sound quality, we recommend a fixed bit rate of at least 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz.
• There is a wide variety of freeware an d other encoding software for MP3, WMA
and AAC files on the market, and depending on the status of the encoding and the
file format, poor sound quality or noise at the start of playback may result. In some
cases, playback may not be possible at all.
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media ar e the registered trademarks of Micro-
soft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the USB me mory device or its terminals
●Depending on the size and shape of the USB memory that is connected to the sys-
tem, the console box may not close fully. In th is case, do not forcibly close the console
box as this may damage the USB memory or the terminal, etc.
●Do not leave the USB memory device in the vehicle. The temperature inside the vehi-
cle may become high.
●Do not push down on or apply unnecessary pressure to the USB memory device
while it is connected.
●Do not insert foreign objects into the port.
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3935-11. Bluetooth®
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Lexus Display Audio system
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■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.
●This system is not guaranteed to operate with all Bluetooth® devices.
■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.
●This system is not guaranteed to operate with all Bluetooth® devices.
Bluetooth®
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4035-12. Other function
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Lexus Display Audio system
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■USB memory functions
P. 356
■USB memory
●Compatible devices
USB memory device that can be used for JPEG display.
●Compatible device formats
The following device format can be used:
• USB communication format: USB2.0 FS (480 Mbps)
• File system format: FAT16/32 (Windows)
• Correspondence class: Mass storage class
●JPEG file compatibility
• Compatible image size: Maximum 10MB
• Compatible pixel size: Maximum 10,000,000 pixels
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the USB me mory device or its terminals
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4065-12. Other function
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■Microphone
P. 372
■When using the microphone
●It is unnecessary to speak directly into the microphone when giving a command.
●Wait for the confirmation beep before speaking a command.
●Voice commands may not be recognized if:
• Spoken too quickly.
• Spoken at a low or high volume.
• The roof or windows are open.
• Passengers are talking while voice commands are spoken.
• The air conditioning speed is set high.
• The air conditioning vents are turned towards the microphone.
●In the following conditions, the system ma y not recognize the command properly and
using voice commands may not be possible:
• The command is incorrect or unclear. No te that certain words, accents or speech
patterns may be difficult for the system to recognize.
• There is excessive background noise, such as wind noise.
■When searching for a track
●A USB memory or iPod must be connected to enable track searching and playback.
( P. 321)
●When a USB memory or iPod is connected, recognition data is created so tracks can
be searched using voice commands.
●Recognition data is updated un der the following conditions:
• When the USB memory or iPod data has changed.
• When the voice recognition language is changed. ( P. 325)
●While the recognition data is being created or being updated, a track search cannot be
performed using a voice command.
■The Gracenote® media database
P. 348
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4186-2. Using the air conditioning system
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■Fan speed setting
Press to increase the fan speed.
Press to decrease the fan speed.
■Change the airflow mode
To change the airflow, press .
The air outlets used are switched each time the button is pressed. Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and feet.
Air flows to the feet.
Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates
■Other functions
●Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes ( P. 421)
●Defogging the windshield ( P. 422)
●Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors ( P. 422)
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4226-2. Using the air conditioning system
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the wi ndshield and front side windows.
Press .
Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to outside air mode if the recirculated
air mode is used. (It may switch automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the side wind ows early, turn the air flow and tempera-
ture up.
To return to the previous mode, press
again when the windshield is
defogged.
■Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove raindrops, dew
and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Press .
The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.
■Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)
This feature is used to prevent ice fr om building up on the windshield and
wiper blades.
Turns on/off.
The indicator comes on when the
windshield wiper de-icer is on.
The windshield de-icer will automati-
cally turn off after a period of time.
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4246-2. Using the air conditioning system
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and the ambi-
ent conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until wa rm or cool air is ready to flow immediately
after is pressed or “AUTO” is selected.
■Using the voice command system (vehicles with a navigation system)
Air conditioning system can be operated using voice commands. For details, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
■Fogging up of the windows
The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high. Turning
(“A/C”) on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the windshield effectively.
●If you turn (“A/C”) off, the windows may fog up more easily.
●The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■When driving on dusty roads
Close all windows. If dust thrown up by the ve hicle is still drawn into the vehicle after clos-
ing the windows, it is recommended that the air intake mode be set to outside air mode
and the fan speed to any setting except off.
■Outside/recirculated air mode
●Setting to the recirculated air mode temporarily is recommended in preventing dirty air
from entering the vehicle interior and helping to cool the vehicle when the outside air
temperature is high.
●Outside/recirculated air mode may automa tically switch depending on the tempera-
ture setting or the inside temperature.
■When the outside temperature exceeds 75 F (24 C) and the air conditioning system
is on
●In order to reduce the air co nditioning power consumption, the air conditioning system
may switch to recirculated air mode automa tically. This may also reduce fuel consump-
tion.
●Recirculated air mode is selected as a defaul t mode when the engine switch is turned to
IGNITION ON mode.
●It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing .
■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to prioritize fuel
efficiency:
●Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/cooling capac-
ity
●Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
To improve air conditioning performanc e, perform the following operations:
●Adjust the fan speed
●Turn off Eco drive mode
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IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U6-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Outer foot lights
Front interior light (
P. 429)
Front personal lights ( P. 429)
Inside door handle lights
Rear interior light ( P. 429) Rear personal lights (
P. 429)
Power window switch lights
Door courtesy lights
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