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Features
You can select repeat and random modes when playing a file.
■Random/Repeat
Repeatedly select the shuffle or repeat icon
until you find a play mode option of your
preference.
■How to Select a Play Mode1 How to Select a Play Mode
Play Mode Menu Items
Random
Repeat
*1: A play mode icon glows when selected. (random off): Random mode to off.
(random in folder): Plays all files in
current playlist.
(repeat file): Repeats the current file.
(repeat folder): Repeats all files in the
current folder.
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlay
Features
Apple CarPlay
If you connect an Apple CarPlay-compatible iPhone to the system via the USB port
(2.5A), you can use the audio/informatio n screen, instead of the iPhone display,
to make a phone call, listen to music, view maps (navigation), and access messages.
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1Apple CarPlay
Only iPhone 5 or newer versi ons with iOS 8.4 or later
are compatible with Apple CarPlay.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone to
Apple CarPlay and when launching any compatible
apps.
While connected to Apple CarPlay, calls are only
made through Apple CarPlay. If you want to make a
call with Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®, turn Apple
CarPlay off. 2 Setting Up Apple CarPlay P. 270
When your iPhone is connected to Apple CarPlay, it is
not possible to use the Bluetooth® Audio or
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®. However, other
previously paired phones can stream audio via
Bluetooth ® while Apple CarPlay is connected.
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For details on c ountries and regions where Apple
CarPlay is available, as well as information pertaining
to function, refer to the Apple homepage.
Apple CarPlay Icon
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•
Go back to the Apple CarPlay Dashboard screen.
•
Go back to the Apple CarPlay menu screen.
After you have connected your iPhone to the system via the USB port (2.5A),
use the following procedure to set up Apple CarPlay. Use of Apple CarPlay will result
in the transmission of certain user and vehicle information (such as vehicle location,
speed, and status) to your iPhone to enhance the Apple CarPlay experience. You will
need to consent to the sharing of this information on th e audio/information screen.
1. Connect the iPhone to the USB port using the USB cable.
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uThe confirmation screen will be displayed.
2. Select Enable Apple CarPlay .
u If you do not want to connect Apple CarPlay, select Do Not Enable Apple
CarPlay .
You may change the consent settings under the Connections settings menu.
■Setting Up Apple CarPlay
■Enabling Apple CarPlay
1Setting Up Apple CarPlay
You can also use the method below to set up Apple
CarPlay:
Press the (home) button  Select Settings 
Connections  Apple CarPlay  Select device 
Allow Apple CarPlay
Use of user and vehicle information
The use and handling of user and vehicle information
transmitted to/from your iP hone by Apple CarPlay is
governed by the Apple iOS terms and conditions and
Apple’s Privacy Policy.
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAndroid Auto
Features
Android Auto
When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via the USB port
(2.5A), Android Auto is automatically initiated. When connected via Android Auto,
you can use the audio/information screen to access the Phone, Google Maps
(Navigation), and Google Now functions. When you first use Android Auto, a
tutorial will appe ar on the screen.
We recommend that you complete this tuto rial while safely parked before using
Android Auto.
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1Android Auto
We recommend that you upda te Android OS to the
latest version when using Android Auto.
Bluetooth A2DP cannot be used while your phone is
connected to Android Auto.
To use Android Auto on a smartphone with Android
9.0 (Pie) or earl ier, you need to download the
Android Auto app from Google Play to your
smartphone.
Park in a safe place befo re connecting your Android
phone to Android Auto and when launching any
compatible apps.
To use Android Auto, connect the USB cable to the
USB port (2.5A). The USB port (2.5A) is
used only for charging. 2 USB Ports P. 205
When your Android phone is connected to Android
Auto, it is not possible to use the Bluetooth® Audio.
However, other previously paired phones can stream
audio via Bluetooth ® while Android Auto is
connected.
2 Phone Setup P. 335
Android Auto Icon
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Features
•
Operate Android Auto with your voice.
•
You can check Android notifications.
• (Android Auto Home)
Display useful information organized by Android Auto into simple cards that
appear just when they’re needed.
When you connect an Android phone to the unit via the USB port (2.5A),
Android Auto is automatically initiated.
■Enabling Android Auto
To enable Android Auto after connecting an Android phone to the system, select
Enable Android Auto on the screen.
You may change the consent settings under the Connections settings menu.
■Auto Pairing Connection
1Enabling Android Auto
Only initialize Android Auto when you safely parked.
When Android Auto first detects your phone, you will
need to set up your phone so that auto pairing is
possible. Refer to the inst ruction manual that came
with your phone.
You can use the method below to change Android
Auto settings after you ha ve completed the initial
setup:
Press the (home) button Select Settings
Connections Android Auto Select device
Use of user and vehicle information
The use and handling of user and vehicle information
transmitted to/from your phone by Android Auto is
governed by the Google’s Privacy Policy.
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Features
Audio Error Messages
iPod/USB Flash Drive
If an error occurs while playing an iPod or USB flash drive, you may see the following
error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.
Error MessageSolution
USB Error
Appears when an incompatible device is co nnected. Disconnect the device. Then, turn
the audio system off and turn it on again. Do not reconnect the device that caused the
error.
Appears when an unsupported iPod is connected. If it appears when a supported iPod
is connected, update the iPod software to the newer version.
Appears when an unsupported device is conn ected. If it appears when a supported
device is connected, reconnect the device.
Appears when unsupported form ats are in the device. Check that compatible files are
stored on the device.
The selected file cannot be played on this
systemAppears when the files in the USB flash driv e are copyright protected or an unsupported
format.
No Data
Appears when the iPod is empty.
Appears when the USB flash drive is empty.
Check that compatible files are stored on the device.
USB Hub ErrorAppears when the USB hub with plural USB devices is connected. Disconnect the USB
hubs and directly connect the device to the USB port using the extension cable.
iPod
USB flash drive
iPod
USB flash drive
iPod and USB flash drive
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uuGeneral Information on the Audio System uCompatible iPod, iPad, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives
Features
Compatible iPod, iPad, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives
■iPod, iPad, and iPhone Model Compatibility
Model
Made for iPod touch (6th generation)
Made for iPhone XS Max/iPhone XS/iPhone XR/iPhone X/iPhone 8 Plus/iPhone 8/
iPhone 7 Plus/iPhone 7/iPhone SE (1st gene ration)/iPhone 6s Plus/iPhone 6s/iPhone
6 Plus/iPhone 6/iPhone 5s
Made for iPad (6th generation)/iPad (5th generation)
Made for iPad Pro (10.5-in ch)/iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation)/iPad Pro (12.9-
inch)/iPad Pro (9.7-inch)
Made for iPad Air 2/iPad Air
Made for iPad mini 4/i Pad mini 3/iPad mini 2
1iPod, iPad, and iPhone Model Compatibility
This system may not work with all software versions
of these devices.
The Lightning connector works with iPhone XS Max,
iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus,
iPhone 8, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone SE (1st
generation), iPhone 6s Plus , iPhone 6s, iPhone 6 Plus,
iPhone 6, iPhone 5s, iPad Pro (10.5-inch), iPad Pro
12.9-inch (2nd generation), iP ad Pro (12.9-inch), iPad
Pro (9.7-inch), iPad Air 2, iPad Air, iPad (6th
generation), iPad (5th genera tion), iPad mini 4, iPad
mini 3, iPad mini 2, iP od touch (6th generation).
USB works with iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone
XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Pl us, iPhone 8, iPhone 7 Plus,
iPhone 7, iPhone SE (1st ge neration), iPhone 6s Plus,
iPhone 6s, iPhone 6 Plus, iP hone 6, iPhone 5s, iPad
Pro (10.5-inch), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation),
iPad Pro (12.9-inch), iPad Pro (9.7-inch), iPad Air 2,
iPad Air, iPad (6th genera tion), iPad (5th generation),
iPad mini 4, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 2, iPod touch (6th
generation).
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uuGeneral Information on the Audio System uCompatible iPod, iPad, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives
Features
• A USB flash drive of 256 MB or higher is recommended.
• Some digital audio players may not be compatible.
• Some USB flash drives (e.g., a device with security lockout) may not work.
• Some software files may not allow for audio play or text data display.
• Some versions of playable file formats may be unsupported.
■Playable audio file
■USB Flash Drives
Format/CodecFile Type(s)
AAC LC3GPP (.3gp), MPEG-4 (.mp4, .m4a),
ADTS raw AAC (.aac, decode in Android
3.1+, encode in Android 4.0+, ADIF not
supported), MPEG-TS (.ts, not seekable,
Android 3.0+)
HE-AACv1 (AAC+)
HE-AACv2 (enhanced AAC+)
AAC ELD (enhanced low delay AAC)
AMR-NB
3GPP (.3gp)
AMR-WB
FLACFLAC (.flac) only
MIDI
Type 0 and 1 (.mid, .xmf, .mxmf), RTTTL/
RTX (.rtttl, .rtx), OTA (.ota), iMelody
(.imy)
MP3MP3 (.mp3)
OpusMatroska (.mkv)
PCM/WAVEWAVE (.wav)
VorbisOgg (.ogg), Matroska (.mkv, Android
4.0+)
1 USB Flash Drives
Files on the USB flash drive are played in their stored
order. This order may be different from the order
displayed on your PC or device.
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