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Some parts of the audio/visual system can be adjusted using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Increases/decreases volume
Press: Change audio modes
Press and hold: Mute/unmute or
pause/resume the current operation
AM, FM mode: Selects a radio station
SXM mode: Selects a channel
Audio CD mode: Selects a track
MP3/WMA/AAC disc mode: Selects
a file
DVD mode: Selects a chapter
USB mode: Selects a file/track
iPod/iPhone mode: Selects a track
Android Auto mode: Selects a track
Bluetooth® audio mode: Selects a
track
Steering switch operation
A
B
C
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Apple CarPlay is not available in some countries or areas.
■Audio control switch
Turn to select a track.
Press to select a track.
Press and hold to fa st forward/rewind.
■Control screen
Displays cover art
Select to change the artist.*
Select to change the album.*
Select to change the playlist.*
Select to set repeat playback.
Select to change the track.
Select and hold to fast rewind.
Select to play/pause.
Select to change the track.
Select and hold to fast forward.
Select to set random playback.
*: When an Apple CarPlay connection is
established, this switch will not be dis-
played.
iPod/iPhone (Apple CarPlay)
A
B
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
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1Press the talk switch on the steering
wheel.
Voice guidance for the voice com-
mand system can be skipped by press-
ing the talk switch.
2If “Getting Started with Voice” screen is disp layed, select “OK” or press the talk switch.
3After hearing a beep, say a supported command.
● To display sample commands of the desired function, say the desired function or
select the desired function button. To display more commands, select “More Com-
mands”.
● Selecting “Help” or saying “Help” prompts the voice command system to offer
examples of commands and operation methods.
Continue on to pages 72-77 for a detailed list of Voice Commands for the following cate-
gories:
Common . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.72
Top menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.72
Navi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.73
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.74
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.75
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.76
Info. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.76
Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.77
Climate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.77
Voice Command System
Basic operation
NOTE: Wait for the confirmation beep before speaking a command.
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■Phone
*: If the system does not recognize the name of a contact, create a voice tag. The name of a
contact can also be recognized by adding a voice tag.
■While in a phone call
CommandAction
“Call ”*Places a call to the specified contact from the phone
book
“Call ”*Places a call to the specified phone type of the contact from the phone book
“Dial ”Places a call to the specified phone number
“Redial”Places a call to the phone number of the latest outgo-
ing call
“Call Back”Places a call to the phone number of latest incoming
call
“Show Recent Calls”Displays the call history screen
“Send a message to ”Sends a text message to specified contact from the phone book
CommandAction
“Send ”Sends DTMF tones has specified
“Mute”Mutes the microphone (far side cannot hear the con-
versation)
“Unmute”Unmutes the microphone
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■While incoming message notification is displayed*
*: Full screen message notification must be turned on within the phone settings
■Radio
*1: A station list must be built first using the radio screen
*2: Requires a satellite radio subscription
CommandAction
“Read Message”Reads the incoming message over the vehicle speakers
“Ignore”Ignores the incoming message notification
“Reply”Initiates sending a reply to the incoming message
“Call”Places a call to the phone number of incoming message
CommandAction
“Tune to AM”Changes the radio to the specified AM frequency
“Tune to FM”Changes the radio to the specified FM frequency
“Play a station”Changes the radio to an FM station of the specified
genre*1
“Tune to preset <1-36>”Changes the radio to the specified preset radio station
“Tune to a satellite sta-
tion”
Changes the radio to a sate llite radio channel of the
specified genre*2
“Tune to ”
Changes the radio to the satellite radio channel with
the specified name*2
“Tune to channel on XM”
Changes the radio to a sate llite radio channel of the
specified number*2
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“SOS” button
LED light indicators
Microphone
Subscribers have the following Safety Connect services available:
● Automatic Collision Notification
In case of either airbag deployment or severe rear-end collision, the system is designed
to automatically call the resp onse center. The responding agent receives the vehicle’s
location and attempts to speak with the vehicle occupants to assess the level of emer-
gency. If the occupants are unable to communicate, the agent automatically treats the
call as an emergency, contacts the nearest emergency services provider to describe the
situation, and requests that assi stance be sent to the location.
Lexus Enform Safety Connect (if equipped)
Safety Connect is a subscription-based telematics service that uses Global Positioning
System (GPS) data and embedded cellular technology to provide safety and security fea-
tures to subscribers. Safety Connect is supp orted by Lexus’ designated response center,
which operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
Safety Connect service is available by subscription on select, telematics hardware-
equipped vehicles.
System components
A
B
C
Services
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After you sign the Telematics Subscription Service Agreement, download the Lexus app
from your smartphone’s app store, and register within the app (or enroll and complete regis-
tration at the dealer), you can begin using these services.
A variety of subscription terms are available. Contact your Lexus dealer, or call 1-800-25-
LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) for fu rther subscription details.
Lexus Enform Remote (if equipped)
Lexus Enform Remote is a smart phone application that lets you view and remotely con-
trol certain aspects of your vehicle.
For details about the functions and serv ices of this application, refer to
http://www.lexus.com/enform/.
Function of the Lexus Enform Remote is achieved by using DCM (Data Communication
Module).
Subscription
Lexus Enform Service Connect (if equipped)
Lexus Enform Service Connect uses DCM (D ata Communication Module) to collect and
transmit vehicle data that allows Lexus to provide:
● Vehicle Health Report (VHR) (Safety Recalls, Service Campaigns, Current Vehicle
Alerts, Required Maintenance, and Vehicle Condition Status)
● Maintenance Notifications
● Vehicle Alert Notifications
For details about this service and how to re gister, refer to http://www.lexus.com/enform/.
The Lexus Enform Service Connect is achi eved by using a DCM (Data Communication
Module) built in the vehicle.