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3-2. Using the audio system

Audio system types

Type A: CD player and AM/FM radio (with CD changer controller)

Type B: CD player and AM/FM radio (with CD changer controller)

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Language settings (type B only)

The language used for all voice guidance, voice recognition and mes-sages may be changed.

Press .

Press (MORE).

Press (LANG).

Press that corresponds to the desired language.

For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.

“ENG” (English) or “ESP” (Spanish)

For vehicles sold in Canada“ENG” (English) or “FRAN” (French)

■Using cellular phonesInterference may be heard through the audio system's speakers if a cellularphone is being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio system isoperating.

Title Page

Using the radio P. 197

Using the CD player P. 204

Playing MP3 and WMA discs P. 211

Operating an iPod P. 220

Operating a USB memory P. 227

Optimal use of the audio system P. 235

Using the AUX port P. 239

Using the steering wheel audio switches P. 241

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CAUTION

■For vehicles sold in U.S.A. and Canada●Part 15 of the FCC Rules

FCC Warning:Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment will void theuser’s authority to operate this device.

●Laser products

• Do not take this unit apart or attempt to make any changes yourself. This is an intricate unit that uses a laser pickup to retrieve informationfrom the surface of compact discs. The laser is carefully shielded sothat its rays remain inside the cabinet. Therefore, never try to disas-semble the player or alter any of its parts since you may be exposed tolaser rays and dangerous voltages.

• This product utilizes a laser.Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures otherthan those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation expo-sure.

NOTICE

■To prevent battery dischargeDo not leave the audio system on longer than necessary with the engine off.

■To avoid damaging the audio systemTake care not to spill drinks or other fluids over the audio system.

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Using the radio

Type A

Type B

Volume

Seeking a frequency

Station selector

AM/FM mode buttons

Adjusting the frequency

Power

Scanning for receivable stations

Power Adjusting the frequency(AM, FM mode) or channel (SAT mode)

Displaying radio text messagesAM/FM/SAT mode button

Scanning for receivable stations

Station selector

Setting preset buttons

Changing the channel category

Mute

Volume

Seeking a frequency

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Setting station presets (excluding XM® Satellite Radio)

Search for desired stations by turning or pressing “∧” or

“∨” on .

Press and hold the button (from to or one of) the station is to be set to until you hear a beep.

Type B: Each time is pressed, station pages are changed.There are a total of 6 pages.

Scanning radio stations (excluding XM® Satellite Radio)

■ Scanning the preset radio stationsPress and hold until you hear a beep.Preset stations will be played for 5 seconds each.

When the desired station is reached, press once again.

■ Scanning all radio stations within rangePress .All stations with reception will be played for 5 seconds each.

When the desired station is reached, press once again.

■ Displaying radio text messages (for type B, FM mode only)When a new radio text message is received, “MSG” is shown onthe display. To display the message, press .

If the text continues past the end of the display, “ ” is displayed. Press

and hold until you hear a beep.

Text messages are not displayed while driving.

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XM® Satellite Radio (type B only)

■ Receiving XM® Satellite RadioPress .The display changes as follows each time is pressed.AM → FM → XM

Turn to select the desired channel from all categories or

press “∧” or “∨” on to select the desired channel in the

current category.

■ Setting XM® Satellite Radio channel presetsSelect the desired channel. Press and hold a button (one of )until you hear a beep.

■ Changing the channel category

Press “∧” or “∨” on .

■ Scanning XM® Satellite Radio channels● Scanning channels in the current category

Press .When the desired channel is reached, press again.

● Scanning preset channels

Press and hold until you hear a beep.When the desired channel is reached, press again.

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■ Displaying text informationPress .

Each time is pressed, the display changes in the following order:

Title (song/program title) → Name (artist name/feature)/Title (song/pro-gram title).

■Reception sensitivity●Cargo loaded on the roof luggage carrier, especially metal objects, may

adversely affect the reception of XM® Satellite Radio.

●Maintaining perfect radio reception at all times is difficult due to the con-tinually changing position of the antenna, differences in signal strengthand surrounding objects, such as trains, transmitters, etc.

●The radio antenna is mounted on the rear roof. The antenna can beremoved from the base by turning it.

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■XM® Satellite RadioAn XM® Satellite Radio is a tuner designed exclusively to receive broadcastsprovided under a separate subscription. Availability is limited to the 48 con-tiguous states and 10 Canadian provinces.

●XM® subscriptionsFor detailed information about XM® Satellite Radio or to subscribe:U.S.A. ⎯Visit on the web at www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-967-2346.Canada ⎯Visit on the web at www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677.

●Radio IDYou will need the radio ID when activating XM® service or reporting a

problem. Select “CH000” using , and the receiver's 8-character ID

number will appear.

●Satellite tunerThe tuner supports only Audio Services (Music and Talk) and the accom-panying Text Information of XM® Satellite Radio.

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■ If XM® Satellite Radio does not operate normallyIf a problem occurs with the XM® tuner, a message will appear on the dis-play. Refer to the table below to identify the problem, and take the suggestedcorrective action.

ANTENNA or

CHECK ANTENNA

The XM® antenna is not connected. Check whether the XM® antenna cable is attached securely.

There is a short-circuit in the antenna or the sur-rounding antenna cable. See a Toyota certified dealer.

UPDATINGor

CHANNEL NOT AUTHORIZED

You have not subscribed to XM® Satellite Radio. The radio is being updated with the latest encryp-tion code. Contact XM® Satellite Radio for sub-scription information. When a contract is canceled, you can choose the “CH000” and all free-to-air channels.

The premium channel you selected is not autho-rized. Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio returns to the previous channel or “CH001”. If it does not change automatically, select another channel. If you want to listen to the premium chan-nel, contact XM® Satellite Radio.

NO SIGNALThe XM® signal is too weak at the current location. Wait until your vehicle reaches a location with a stronger signal.

LOADING The unit is acquiring audio or program information. Wait until the unit has received the information.

OFF AIR or

CHANNEL OFF AIR

The channel you selected is not broadcasting any programming. Select another channel.

-----There is no song/program title or artist name/fea-ture associated with the channel at this time. No action needed.

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Contact the XM® Listener Care Center at 1-800-967-2346 (U.S.A.) or 1-877-438-9677 (Canada).

■Certifications for the radio tunerThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) This device may notcause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION

■FCC WARNINGChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsiblefor compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

NOTICE

■To prevent damage, remove the antenna in the following cases.●The antenna will touch the ceiling of a garage.

●A cover will be put on the roof.

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CHANNEL NOT AVAILABLE

The channel you selected is no longer available. Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio returns to the previous channel or “CH001”. If it does not change automatically, select another channel.

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Using the CD player

Type A

Type B

Volume

Random playbackSelecting a track Repeat play

Playback

Power

CD eject

Displaying text messages

Searching playback

Reverse

Fast-forward

Power Volume

Searching playback

CD eject

Selecting a track/fast-forwardingand rewinding


Selector buttons

Playback

Playback/pause

Selecting a track

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Loading CDs

■ Loading a CDInsert a CD.

Ejecting CDs

■ Ejecting a CDPress and remove the CD.

Selecting a track

Press “∧” to move up or “∨” to move down using until the desired

track number is displayed.

Fast-forwarding and reversing tracks

Type A

Press (reverse) or (fast-forward).

Type B

Press and hold “∧” or “∨” on .

Scanning tracks

Press .The first ten seconds of each track will be played.

To cancel, press again.

Press again when the desired track is reached.

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Selecting a CD (with a CD changer)

■ Selecting a CD to playPress or .

■ Scanning loaded CDsPress and hold until you hear a beep.The first ten seconds of the first track on each CD will be played.


Press again when the desired CD is reached.

Playing and pausing tracks (type B only)

Press .

Repeat play

■ Repeating a trackPress (RPT) or (RPT).

To cancel, press the button once more (without a CD changer), or twicemore (with a CD changer).

■ Repeating all of the tracks on a CD (with a CD changer)Type APress and hold (RPT) until you hear a beep.

To cancel, press the button again.

Type BPress (RPT) twice.


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Random playback

■ Current CDPress (RAND) or (RDM).

Songs are played in random order.


■ All CDs (with a CD changer)Type APress and hold (RAND) until you hear a beep.

Tracks on all loaded CDs are played in a random order.


Type BPress (RDM) twice.

Tracks on all loaded CDs are played in random order.


Switching the display

Press .


Type A: Track no./Elapsed time → CD title → Track name.

Type B: Track title → Track name/Artist name → Track name/Elapsedtime.

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■DisplayUp to 12 characters can be displayed at a time.If there are 13 characters or more, pressing and holding for 1 secondor more will display the remaining characters.A maximum of 24 characters can be displayed.If is pressed for 1 second or more again or has not been pressed for6 seconds or more, the display will return to the first 12 characters.

Depending on the contents recorded, the characters may not be displayedproperly or may not be displayed at all.

■Error messages“CD CHECK”: This indicates a problem either in the CD or inside the player.

The CD may be dirty, damaged or inserted up-side down.

“WAIT” or “PLEASE WAIT”: Operation has stopped due to a high tempera-ture inside the player. Wait for a while and thenpress or . Contact your Toyotadealer if the CD still cannot be played back.

■Discs that can be usedDiscs with the marks shown below can be used.Playback may not be possible depending on the recording format or discfeatures, or due to scratches, dirt or deterioration.

CDs with copy-protect features may not be used.

■CD player protection featureTo protect the internal components, playback is automatically stopped whena problem is detected while the CD player is being used.

■ If CDs are left inside the CD player or in the ejected position forextended periodsCDs may be damaged and may not play properly.

■Lens cleanersDo not use lens cleaners. Doing so may damage the CD player.

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NOTICE

■CDs and adapters that cannot be usedDo not use the following types of CDs, 3 in. (8 cm) CD adapters or DualDisc.Doing so may damage the CD player and/or the CD insert/eject function.

●CDs that have a diameter that is not 4.7in. (12 cm)

●Low-quality and deformed CDs

●CDs with a transparent or translucentrecording area

●CDs that have had tape, stickers or CD-R labels attached to them, or that havehad the label peeled off

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■CD player precautionsFailure to follow the precautions below may result in serious damage to theCDs or the player itself.

●Do not insert anything other than CDs into the CD slot.

●Do not apply oil to the CD player.

●Store CDs away from direct sunlight.

●Never try to disassemble any part of the CD player.

●Do not insert more than one CD at atime.

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Playing MP3 and WMA discs

Type A

Type B

Volume

Random playback

Selecting a fileRepeat play

Playback

Power

CD eject

Displaying text messagesSearching playbackSelecting a folder

Selecting a fileReverse

Fast-forward

Power Volume


CD eject

PlaybackPlayback/pause

Selecting a fileSelector buttons

Selecting a folder and file

Searching playback

Selecting a file/fast-forwardingand rewinding

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Loading and ejecting MP3 and WMA discs

→P. 205

Selecting MP3 and WMA discs (with a CD changer)

→P. 206

Selecting and scanning a folder

■ Selecting folders one at a time

Press “∧” or “∨” on to select the desired folder.

■ Scanning the first file of all the folders

Press and hold until you hear a beep.The first ten seconds of the first file in each folder will be played.

When the desired folder is reached, press again.

■ Returning to the first folder

Press and hold “∨” on until you hear a beep.

Selecting and scanning files

■ Selecting one file at a time

Turn or press “∧” or “∨” on to select the desired file.

■ Selecting the desired file by cueing the files in the folderPress .

When the desired file is reached, press once again.

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Fast-forwarding and reversing files

Type A

Press (reverse) or (fast-forward).

Type B


Playing and pausing files (type B only)

Press .

Repeat play

■ Repeating a filePress (RPT) or (RPT).


■ Repeating all of the files in a folderType APress and hold (RPT) until you hear a beep.


Type BPress (RPT) twice.


■ Repeating all of the files on a disc (type B with a CD changer)Press (RPT) three times.

To cancel, press the same button again.

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Random playback

■ Playing files from a particular folder in random orderPress (RAND) or (RDM).


■ Playing all of the files on a disc in random orderType APress and hold (RAND) until you hear a beep.


Type BPress (RDM) twice.



Press .


Type A: Folder no./File no./Elapsed time → Folder name → File name →Album title (MP3 only) → Track title → Artist name.

Type B: Track title → Track title/Artist name → Track title/Album name(MP3 only) → Track title/Elapsed time.

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■Display→P. 208

■Error messages“CD CHECK”:This indicates a problem either in the CD or inside the player.

The CD may be dirty, damaged or inserted up-side down.

“NO MUSIC”: This indicates that MP3/WMA files are not included in the CD.

“WAIT” or “PLEASE WAIT”: Operation has stopped due to a high tempera-ture inside the player. Wait for a while and thenpress or . Contact your Toyotadealer if the CD still cannot be played.

■Discs that can be usedDiscs with the marks shown below can be used.Playback may not be possible depending on recording format or disc fea-tures, or due to scratches, dirt or deterioration.

■CD player protection feature→P. 208

■ If CDs are left inside the CD player or in the ejected position forextended periods→P. 208

■Lens cleaners→P. 208

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■MP3 and WMA filesMP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER3) is a standard audio compression format.

Files can be compressed to approximately 1/10 of their original size by usingMP3 compression.

WMA (Windows Media Audio) is a Microsoft audio compression format.

This format compresses audio data to a size smaller than that of the MP3format.

There is a limit to the MP3 and WMA file standards and to the media/formatsrecorded by them that can be used.

●MP3 file compatibility

• Compatible standardsMP3 (MPEG1 LAYER3, MPEG2 LSF LAYER3)

• Compatible sampling frequenciesMPEG1 LAYER3: 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 16, 22.05, 24 (kHz)

• Compatible bit rates (compatible with VBR)MPEG1 LAYER3: 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 160, 192, 224, 256, 320 (kbps)MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 144, 160 (kbps)

• Compatible channel modes: stereo, joint stereo, dual channel andmonaural

●WMA file compatibility

• Compatible standardsWMA Ver. 7, 8, 9

• Compatible sampling frequencies32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)

• Compatible bit rates (only compatible with 2-channel playback)Ver. 7, 8: CBR 48, 64, 80, 96, 128, 160, 192 (kbps)Ver. 9: CBR 48, 64, 80, 96, 128, 160, 192, 256, 320 (kbps)

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●Compatible media

Media that can be used for MP3 and WMA playback are CD-Rs and CD-RWs.

Playback in some instances may not be possible, depending on the statusof the CD-R or CD-RW. Playback may not be possible or the audio mayjump if the disc is scratched or marked with fingerprints.

●Compatible disc formats

The following disc formats can be used.

• Disc formats: CD-ROM Mode 1 and Mode 2CD-ROM XA Mode 2, Form 1 and Form 2

• File formats: ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2, (Romeo, Joliet)MP3 and WMA files written in any format other than those listed abovemay not play correctly, and their file names and folder names may notbe displayed correctly.

Items related to standards and limitations are as follows.

• Maximum directory hierarchy: 8 levels• Maximum length of folder names/file names: 32 characters• Maximum number of folders: 192 (including the root)• Maximum number of files per disc: 255

●File names

The only files that can be recognized as MP3/WMA and played are thosewith the extension .mp3 or .wma.

●Multi-sessions

As the audio system is compatible with multi-sessions, it is possible to playdiscs that contain MP3 and WMA files. However, only the first session canbe played.

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● ID3 and WMA tags

ID3 tags can be added to MP3 files, making it possible to record the tracktitle, 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 thetrack title and artist name in the same way as with ID3 tags.

●MP3 and WMA playback

When a disc containing MP3 or WMA files is inserted, all files on the discare first checked. Once the file check is finished, the first MP3 or WMA fileis played. To make the file check finish more quickly, we recommend youdo not write in any files other than MP3 or WMA files or create any unnec-essary folders.

If the discs contain a mixture of music data and MP3 or WMA format data,only music data can be played.

●Extensions

If the file extensions .mp3 and .wma are used for files other than MP3 andWMA files, they will be mistakenly recognized and played as MP3 andWMA files. This may result in large amounts of interference and damageto the speakers.

●Playback

• To play MP3 files with steady sound quality, we recommend a fixed bitrate of 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz.

• CD-R or CD-RW playback may not be possible in some instances,depending on the characteristics of the disc.

• There is a wide variety of freeware and other encoding software forMP3 and WMA files on the market, and depending on the status of theencoding and the file format, poor sound quality or noise at the start ofplayback may result. In some cases, playback may not be possible atall.

• When files other than MP3 or WMA files are recorded on a disc, it maytake more time to recognize the disc. In some cases, playback may notbe possible at all.

• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are the registered trade-marks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.

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NOTICE

■CDs that cannot be used (→P. 209)■CD player precautions (→P. 210)

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Operating an iPod∗

∗: If equipped

Connecting an iPod enables you to enjoy music from the vehiclespeakers.

■ Connecting an 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.

Press .

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■ Control panel

Power Volume Selector knob


Selector buttons

Playback

Playback/pause

Selecting a track/fast-forwardingand rewinding

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Selecting a play mode

Press (BROWSE) to select iPod menu mode.

Press that corresponds to the desired play mode.Pressing (MORE) to change to the second selection list.

■ Play mode list

Depending on the model, the name of your iPod may be displayed atthe top of the list.

Play mode First selection

Second selection

Third selection

Fourth selection

PLIST Playlist select

Songs select - -

ARTIST Artist select Albums select

Songs select -

ALBUM Albums select

Songs select - -

GENRE Genre select Artists select Albums select

Songs select

SONGS Songs select - - -

PODCST Albums select

Songs select - -

COMPSR Composers select

Albums select

Songs select -

BOOK Songs select - - -

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■ Selecting a list

Turn to display the first selection list.

Press to select the desired item.

Repeat the same procedure to select the desired song name.

To return to the previous selection list, press ( ).

Selecting songs from a song list

Press (LIST).The current playlist is displayed.

Turn to select the desired song.

Pressing returns the screen from list display to the previous

screen.

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Selecting songs

Turn or press “∧” or “∨” on to select the desired song.

Playing and pausing songs

Press .

Fast-forwarding and rewinding songs


Shuffle playback

■ Playing songs from one playlist or album in random orderPress (RDM).

To cancel, press the button twice.

■ Playing songs from all the playlists or albums in random orderPress (RDM) twice.


Repeat play

Press (RPT).


Even when the repeat play option has not been selected, playback willautomatically continue from the first song in the current play list once thelast song has ended.

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Press .

Each time is pressed, the display changes in the following order: Track title → Track title/Artist name → Track title/Album name → Tracktitle/Elapsed time

■About iPod●Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance

with safety and regulatory standards.

● iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other coun-tries.

■ iPod functions●When an iPod is connected and the audio source is changed to iPod

mode, the iPod will resume play from the same point in which it was lastused.

●Depending on the iPod that is connected to the system, certain functionsmay not be available. Disconnecting the device and reconnecting it onceagain may resolve some malfunctions.

■ iPod problemsTo resolve most problems encountered when using your iPod, disconnectyour iPod from the vehicle iPod connection and reset it. For instructions on how to reset your iPod, refer to your iPod Owner's Man-ual.

■Error messages“iPod ERROR”: This indicates a problem in the iPod, inside the

USB box or the connection between them.

“NO SONGS”: This indicates that there is no music data in theiPod.

“UPDATE YOUR iPod”: This indicates that the version of the iPod is notcompatible.

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■Compatible models

Depending on differences between models or software version etc., somemodels listed above might be incompatible with this system. iPod 4th generation and earlier models are not compatible with this system. iPhone, iPod mini, iPod shuffle and iPod photo are not compatible with thissystem.

Items related to standards and limitations are as follows:

●Maximum number of lists in a device: 9999

●Maximum number of songs in a device: 65025

●Maximum number of songs per list: 65025

CAUTION

■Caution while drivingDo not connect the iPod or operate the controls.

NOTICE

■To prevent damage to iPod●Do not leave the iPod in the vehicle. The temperature inside may become

high, resulting in damage to the player.

●Do not push down on or apply unnecessary pressure to the iPod while it isconnected as this may damage the iPod or its terminal.

●Do not insert foreign objects into the port as this may damage the iPod orits terminal.

Model Generation Software version

iPod 5th generation Ver. 1.2.0 or higher

iPod nano 1st generation Ver. 1.3.0 or higher

2nd generation Ver. 1.1.2 or higher

3rd generation Ver. 1.0.0 or higher

iPod touch 1st generation Ver. 1.1.0 or higher

iPod classic 1st generation Ver. 1.0.0 or higher

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Operating a USB memory∗

Connecting a USB memory enables you to enjoy music from thevehicle speakers.

■ Connecting a USB memoryOpen the cover and connect a USB memory.Turn on the power of the USB memory if it is not turned on.

Press .

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■ Control panel

Power Volume Selector knob


Playback

Playback/pauseSearching playback

Selector buttons

Selecting a folder and fileSelecting a

track/fast-forwardingand rewinding

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Selecting and scanning a folder

■ Selecting a folder

Press “∧” or “∨” on to select the desired folder.

■ Returning to the first file of the first folder

Press and hold “∨” on until you hear a beep.

■ Scanning the first file of all the folders

Press and hold until you hear a beep. The first ten seconds of the first file in each folder will be played.

When the desired folder is reached, press again.

Selecting and scanning files

■ Selecting a file

Turn or press “∧” or “∨” on to select the desired file.

■ Scanning the files in a folderPress .

The first ten seconds of each file will be played.


When the desired file is reached, press again.

Playing and pausing files

Press .

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Fast-forwarding and rewinding files


Random playback

■ Playing files from a folder in random orderPress (RDM).


■ Playing all the files from a USB memory in random orderPress (RDM) twice.


Repeat play

■ Repeating a filePress (RPT).


■ Repeating all the files in a folderPress (RPT) twice.



Press .

Each time is pressed, the display changes in the following order: Track title → Track title/Artist name → Track title/Album name → Tracktitle/Elapsed time

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■USB memory functionsDepending on the USB memory that is connected to the system, certainfunctions may not be available. Disconnecting the device and reconnecting itonce again may resolve some malfunctions.

■Error messages“USB ERROR”: This indicates a problem either in the USB memory or

inside the USB box or connection between them.

“NO SUPPORT”: This indicates that no MP3/WMA files are included in theUSB memory.

■USB memory●Compatible device

USB memory that can be used for MP3 and WMA playback.

Depending on the type of USB device, playback may not be possible.

●Compatible device formats

The following device formats can be used:

• USB communication formats: USB2.0 FS (12 mbps)• File formats: FAT16/32 (Windows)• Correspondence class: Mass storage class

MP3 and WMA files written in any format other than those listed abovemay not play correctly, and their file names and folder names may notbe displayed correctly.

Items related to standards and limitations are as follows:

• Maximum directory hierarchy: 8 levels• Maximum number of folder in device: 999 (including the root)• Maximum number of files in device: 65025• Maximum number of files per folder: 255

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●MP3 and WMA files

MP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER 3) is a standard audio compression format.

Files can be compressed to approximately 1/10 of their original size usingMP3 compression.

WMA (Windows Media Audio) is a Microsoft audio compression format.

This format compresses audio data to a size smaller than that of the MP3format.

There is a limit to the MP3 and WMA file standards that can be used and tothe media/formats on which the files are recorded.

●MP3 file compatibility

• Compatible standardsMP3 (MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERII, III, MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERII, III,MPEG2.5)

• Compatible sampling frequenciesMPEG1 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 16, 22.05, 24 (kHz)MPEG2.5: 8, 11.025, 12 (kHz)

• Compatible bit rates (compatible with VBR)MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 32-320 (kbps)MPEG2 AUDIO LAYERII, III: 32-160 (kbps)MPEG2.5: 32-160 (kbps)

• Compatible channel modes: stereo, joint stereo, dual channel andmonaural

●WMA file compatibility

• Compatible standardsWMA Ver. 9

• Compatible sampling frequenciesHIGH PROFILE 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)

• Compatible bit ratesHIGH PROFILE 32-320 (kbps, VBR)

●File names

The only files that can be recognized as MP3/WMA and played are thosewith the extension .mp3 or .wma.

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● ID3 and WMA tags

ID3 tags can be added to MP3 files, making it possible to record the tracktitle, artist name, etc.

The system is compatible with ID3 Ver. 1.0, 1.1, and Ver. 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 ID3tags. (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 thetrack title and artist name in the same way as with ID3 tags.

●MP3 and WMA playback

When a device containing MP3 or WMA files is plugged in, all files in theUSB memory device are first checked. Once the file check is finished, thefirst MP3 or WMA file is played. To make the file check finish more quickly,we recommend you do not write in any files other than MP3 or WMA filesor create any unnecessary folders.

●Extensions

If the file extensions .mp3 and .wma are used for files other than MP3 andWMA files, they will be mistakenly recognized and played as MP3 andWMA files. This may result in large amounts of interference and damageto the speakers.

●Playback

• To play MP3 files with steady sound quality, we recommend a fixed bitrate of at least 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz.

• There is a wide variety of freeware and other encoding software forMP3 and WMA files on the market, and depending on the status of theencoding and the file format, poor sound quality or noise at the start ofplayback may result. In some cases, playback may not be possible atall.

• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are the registered trade-marks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.

CAUTION

■Caution while drivingDo not use a USB memory, or connect a USB memory.

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NOTICE

■To prevent damage to a USB memory●Do not leave a USB memory in the vehicle. The temperature inside may

become high, resulting in damage to the player.

●Do not push down on or apply unnecessary pressure to the USB memorywhile it is connected as this may damage the USB memory or its terminal.

●Do not insert foreign objects into the port as this may damage the USBmemory or its terminal.

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Optimal use of the audio system

Type A

Type B

Adjusting the sound quality and ASL

Adjusting the sound quality and ASLSelector buttons

Menu button

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Using the audio control function

■ Changing sound quality modesType A

Pressing selects the mode to be changed in the following

order.

“BAS”→“TRE”→“FAD”→“BAL”→“ASL”

Type B

Press .

Press that corresponds to the desired mode.“BASS”, “TREB”, “FADE”, or “BAL”

■ Adjusting sound quality

Turning adjusts the level.

Type A

*: The sound quality level is adjusted individually in each radio mode orCD mode.

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STEP 2

Mode displayed

Sound qual-ity mode Level Turn to the

leftTurn to the

right

BAS Bass* -5 to 5Low High

TRE Treble* -5 to 5

FADFront/rear

volume balance

R7 to F7 Shifts to rear Shifts to front

BALLeft/right volume balance

L7 to R7 Shifts to left Shifts to right

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Type B

*: The sound quality level is adjusted individually in each audiomode.

■ Adjusting the Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)Type A

When “ASL” is selected, turning to the right changes the

amount of “ASL” in the order of “LOW”, “MID” and “HIGH”.

Turning to the left turns “ASL” off.

ASL automatically adjusts the volume and tone quality according to vehi-cle speed.

Mode displayed

Sound qual-ity mode Level Turn to the

leftTurn to the

right

BASS Bass* -5 to 5Low High

TREB Treble* -5 to 5

FADEFront/rear

volume balance

F7 to R7 Shifts to rear Shifts to front

BALLeft/right volume balance

L7 to R7 Shifts to left Shifts to right

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Type B

Press .

Press (MORE).

Press (ASL).

Press that corresponds to the desired mode (LOW,MID, HIGH or OFF).

ASL automatically adjusts the volume and tone quality accordingto vehicle speed.

■ Setting the number of preset pages (type B only)The number of preset pages desired can be set from 1 to 6. The initialsetting is 6 pages.

Press .

Press (MORE).

Press (PRESET).

Press that corresponds to the desired number of presetpages.

■ Language settings (type B only)→P. 195

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

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Using the AUX port

This port can be used to connect a portable audio device and listento it through the vehicle’s speakers.

Type A

Open the cover and connectthe portable audio device.

Press .

Type B

Open the cover and connectthe portable audio device.

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 1

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■Operating portable audio devices connected to the audio systemThe volume can be adjusted using the vehicle's audio controls. All otheradjustments must be made on the portable audio device itself.

■When using a portable audio device connected to the power outletNoise may occur during playback. Use the power source of the portableaudio device.

Press .STEP 2

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Using the steering wheel audio switches

Turning on the power

Press when the audio system is turned off.

The audio system can be turned off by holding down until you hear abeep.

Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on thesteering wheel.

VolumeRadio mode: Selects radiostationsCD mode: Selects tracks,files (MP3 and WMA) anddiscsiPod mode: Selects songs

USB memory mode: Selects files and fold-ers

Bluetooth® audio mode:Selects tracks andalbums

Turns the power on, selectsaudio source

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Changing the audio source

Press when the audio system is turned on. The audio sourcechanges as follows each time is pressed.

Type AFM→CD→CD changer (with a CD changer)→AUX→AM

Type BFM→SAT→CD→CD changer (with a CD changer)→AUX→USB/iPod→Bluetooth® Audio→AM

Adjusting the volume

Press “+” on to increase the volume and “-” to decrease the vol-

ume.

Press and hold to continue increasing or decreasing the volume.

Selecting a radio station

Press to select the radio mode.

Press to select a preset station.

To scan for receivable stations, press and hold until you hear a

beep.

STEP 1

STEP 2

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Selecting a track/file or song

Press to select CD, iPod, USB memory or Bluetooth®

audio mode.

Press “∧” or “∨” on to select the desired track/file or song.

Selecting a folder or album

Press to select CD, USB memory or Bluetooth® audiomode.

Press and hold “∧” or “∨” on until you hear a beep.

Selecting a disc in the CD player (CD player with changer only)

Press to select CD mode.

Press and hold “∧” or “∨” on until you hear a beep.

CAUTION

■To reduce the risk of an accidentExercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.

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STEP 2

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STEP 2

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STEP 2

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