3024-5. Using the driving support systems
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
◆EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Employs an electric motor to reduce the amount of effort needed to turn the
steering wheel.
◆Adaptive Variable Suspension system (if equipped)
Controls the damping force of the shock absorber of each wheel according to
the road and driving conditions, helpin g achieve a comfortable ride, excellent
driveability and a high level of stability.
If SPORT S+ mode is selected using the driving mode select switch, the
damping force will become more suitable for sporty driving.( P. 298)
◆VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management)
Provides integrated control of the ABS, brake assist, TRAC, VSC, hill-start
assist control, and EPS systems
Helps to maintain vehicle stability when swerving on slippery road surfaces by
controlling the brakes and engine output
The slip indicator light will flash while
the TRAC/VSC systems are operating.
When the TRAC/VSC systems are operating
3205-1. Basic Operations
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■Adjusting the volume
The volume of the Mobile Assist ant can be adjusted using the
“PWR·VOL” knob or
steering wheel volume switch es. The Mobile Assistant and phone call volumes are syn-
chronized.
■Microphone
It is not necessary to speak directly into the microphone when using the Mobile Assis-
tant.
●Wait for the listening beeps before using the Mobile Assistant.
●The Mobile Assistant may not recognize commands in the following situations:
• When spoken too quickly.
• When spoken at a low or high volume.
• When the roof or windows are open.
• When passengers are talking while th e Mobile Assistant is being used.
• When the air conditioning syst em’s fan speed is set high.
• When the air conditioning vents are turned toward the microphone.
■Mobile Assistant precautions
●The available features and functions may vary based on the iOS version installed on the
connected device.
●Some Siri features are limited in Eyes Free mode. If you attempt to use an unavailable
function, Siri will inform you that the function is not available.
●If Siri is not enabled on the ce llular phone connected via Bluetooth, an error message
will be displayed on the screen.
●While a phone call is active, the Mobile Assistant cannot be used.
●If using the navigation feature of the cellular phone, ensure the active audio source is
Bluetooth audio or iPod in order to hear turn by turn direction prompts.
3415-4. Using the radio
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Lexus Display Audio system
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■HD Radio™ Technology troubleshooting guide
■Reception sensitivity
●Maintaining perfect radio reception at all times is difficult due to the continually chang-
ing position of the antenna, differences in si gnal strength and surrounding objects, such
as trains, transmitters, etc.
●The radio antenna is mounted inside the rear window. To maintain clear radio reception,
do not attach metallic window tinting or other metallic objects to the antenna wire
mounted inside the rear window.
ExperienceCauseAction
Mismatch of time align-
ment- a user may hear a
short period of program-
ming replayed or an echo,
stutter or skip.The radio stations analog
and digital volume are not
properly aligned or the sta-
tion is in ballgame mode.None, radio broadcast
issue. A user can contact
the radio station.
Sound fades, blending in
and out.Radio is shifting between
analog and digital audio.
Reception issue, may
clear-up as the vehicle
continues to be driven. Set
“HD Radio” to off, can
force radio in an analog
audio.
Audio mute condition
when an HD2/HD3 multi-
cast channel had been
playing.The radio does not have
access to digital signals at
the moment.
This is normal behavior,
wait until the digital signal
returns. If out of the cover-
age area, seek a new sta-
tion.
Audio mute delay when
selecting an HD2/HD3
multicast channel preset.
The digital multicast con-
tent is not available until
HD Radio™ broadcast can
be decoded and make the
audio available. This takes
up to 7 seconds.
This is normal behavior,
wait for the audio to
become available.
Text information does not
match the present song
audio.Data service issue at the
radio broadcaster.
Broadcaster should be
notified. Complete the
form: www.ibiquity.com/
automotive/report_ra-
dio_station_
experiences.
No text information shown
for the present selected
frequency.Data service issue by the
radio broadcaster.
Broadcaster should be
notified. Complete the
form: www.ibiquity.com/
automotive/report_ra-dio_station_
experiences.
3535-6. Using an external device
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Lexus Display Audio system
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■iPod functions
●When an iPod is connected and the audio source 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. 354)
■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.
■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.
MessageCause/Correction procedures
“Connection error.
Please consult your
Owner’s Manual for
instructions on how to
connect the iPod.”
This indicates a problem in the iPod or its connection.
“There are no songs
available for playback.
Please add compatible
files 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 play-
list.
“Please check the iPod
firmware version.”This indicates that the softwa re version is not compatible.
Please check the co mpatible models. (P. 354)
“Unable to authorize the
iPod.”This indicates that the Lexu s Display Audio system failed
to authorize the iPod.
Please check your iPod.
3545-6. Using an external device
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■Compatible models
The following iPod®, iPod nano®, iPod classic®, iPod touch® and iPhone® devices can
be used with this system.
●Made for
• iPod touch (5th generation)
*
• iPod touch (4th generation)
• iPod touch (3rd generation)
• iPod touch (2nd generation)
• iPod touch (1st generation)
• iPod classic
• iPod with video
• iPod nano (7th generation)
*
• iPod nano (6th generation)
• iPod nano (5th generation)
• iPod nano (4th generation)
• iPod nano (3rd generation)
• iPod nano (1st generation)
• iPhone 5s
*
• iPhone 5c*
• iPhone 5*
• iPhone 4S
• iPhone 4
• iPhone 3GS
• iPhone 3G
• iPhone
*: iPod video not supported
Depending on differences between models or software versions, etc., some models
might be incompatible with this system.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the iPod or its terminals
●Depending on the size and shape of the iPod that is connected to the system, the con-
sole box may not close fully. In this case, do not forcibly close the console box as this
may damage the iPod or the terminal, etc.
●Do not leave the iPod in the vehicle. The temperature inside the vehicle may become
high.
●Do not push down on or apply unnecessary pressure to the iPod while it is connected.
●Do not insert foreign objects into the port.
3575-6. Using an external device
5
Lexus Display Audio system
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
●MP3, WMA and AAC files
MP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER 3) is a standard audio compression format.
Files can be compressed to approximately 1/ 10 of their original size using MP3 com-
pression.
WMA (Windows Media Audio) is a Microsof t 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 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.
●MP3 file compatibility
• Compatible standards MP3 (MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERIII, MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERIII)
• Compatible sampling frequencies MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERIII: 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERIII: 16, 22.05, 24 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (compatible with VBR) MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERIII: 32-320 (kbps)
MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERIII: 8-160 (kbps)
• Compatible channel modes: stereo, jo int stereo, dual channel and monaural
●WMA file compatibility
• Compatible standards
WMA Ver. 7, 8, 9 (only compatible with Window Media Audio Standard)
• Compatible sampling frequencies
32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (only compatible with 2-channel playback) Ver. 7, 8: CBR 48-192 (kbps)
Ver. 9: CBR 48-320 (kbps)
●AAC file compatibility
• Compatible standards
MPEG4/AAC-LC
• Compatible sampling frequencies
11.025/12/16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates 16-320 (kbps)
• Compatible channel modes: 1 ch and 2 ch
●File names
The only files that can be recognized as MP3/WMA/AAC and played are those with
the extension .mp3, .wma or .m4a.
●ID3, WMA and AAC tags
ID3 tags can be added to MP3 files, making it possible to record the track title, artist
name, etc.
The system is compatible with ID3 Ver. 1.0, 1.1, and Ver. 2.2, 2.3 ID3 tags. (The number
of characters is based on ID3 Ver. 1.0 and 1.1.)
WMA tags can be added to WMA files, making it possible to record the track title and
artist name in the same way as with ID3 tags.
AAC tags can be added to AAC files, making it possible to record the track title and
artist name in the same way as with ID3 tags.
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.
3655-7. Connecting Bluetooth®
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Lexus Display Audio system
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
When you register a phone, auto connection will be activated. It is recom-
mended to have the system set to this mode and leave the Bluetooth® phone in a
place where a good connection can be established.
When the engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode,
the system will search for a nearby cellular phone you have registered.
Next, the system automatically connects with the most recent phone that was
connected. The connected result is displayed.
When automatic connection priority is set to on and there is more than one reg-
istered Bluetooth
® phone available, the system will automatically connect to the
Bluetooth® phone with the highest priority. ( P. 367)
When auto connection has failed or “Bluetooth
*1 Power” is turned off, you must
connect the Bluetooth® device manually.
Go to “Bluetooth
*1 Setup”: “MENU” button “Setup” “Bluetooth*1”
Select the device to connect.
Select “Connect XX
*2”, “Connect as a Phone” or “Connect as an Audio
Player”.
If the desired Bluetooth
® device is not displayed, register the device.
( P. 362)
*1: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
*2: XX represents the selected device name.
■Reconnecting a Bluetooth® phone
If the system cannot connect due to poor signal strength with the engine switch in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, the syst em will automatically attempt to recon-
nect.
■Connecting a phone while Bluetooth® audio is playing
●Bluetooth® audio will stop temporarily.
●It may take time to connect.
Connecting a Bluetooth® phone
There are two connecting methods available: automatic and manual.
Auto connection
Manual connection
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