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Traffic information

Press the tune/scroll knob.
Turn the knob to “RADIO” and press the knob.
Turn the knob to “FM TA” mode.
Press the knob to select “ON” or “OFF”.
TP mode:
The system automatically switches to traffic information when a
broadcast with a traffic information signal is received.

The station returns to the previous one when the traffic information
ends.

TA mode:
The system automatically switches to traffic information when a
broadcast with a traffic information signal is received. In FM
modes, the system will be mute unless traffic information is being
broadcast.

The audio system returns to the previous mode when the traffic informa-
tion ends.

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EON (Enhanced Other Network) system (for traffic announcement func-
tion)

If the RDS station (with EON data) you are listening to is not broadcasting a
traffic information program and the audio system is in the TA (traffic
announcement) mode, the radio will be switched automatically to a station
broadcasting a traffic information program in the EON AF list when traffic
information begins.

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When the battery is disconnected

Stations presets are erased.

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Reception sensitivity

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Maintaining perfect radio reception at all times is difficult due to the continu-
ally changing position of the antenna, differences in signal strength and sur-
rounding objects, such as trains, transmitters, etc.

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The radio antenna is mounted inside the rear quarter window. To maintain
clear radio reception, do not attach metallic window tinting or other metallic
objects to the antenna wire mounted inside the rear quarter window.

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CD player operation

Insert a disc.

Press

and remove the disc.

Insert a disc, press the “MODE” button to begin listening to a
CD.

Disc eject
Changing the audio source/
playback
Tune/scroll knob
Selecting a track/file
Selecting a track/file, fast-for-
warding or rewinding
Random play or back button

Repeat play
Selecting a folder (MP3/WMA
discs only)
Displaying track/folder list
Displaying text message
Power/volume knob
Press: Turning the audio sys-
tem on or off
Turn: Adjusting the volume

Loading CDs or MP3 and WMA discs

Ejecting CDs or MP3 and WMA discs

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Selecting a track

Turn the tune/scroll knob or press the “<” or “>” button of “SEEK
TRACK” to move up or down until the desired track number is dis-
played.

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Selecting a track from a track list

Press

(LIST).

The track list will be displayed.

Turn and press the tune/scroll knob to select a track.

To return to the previous display, press

(BACK).

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Fast-forwarding and rewinding tracks

Press and hold the “<” or “>” button of “SEEK TRACK”.

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Random play

Press

(RDM).

To cancel, press the button again.

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Repeat play

Press

(RPT).

To cancel, press the button again.

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Switching the display

Press

(TEXT) to display or hide the CD title.

If there are continuing texts,

is displayed.

Press and hold the button to display the remaining texts.

Using the CD player

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Selecting folders one at a time

Press

(<FOLDER) or

(FOLDER>) to select the

desired folder.

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Selecting a folder and file from folder list

Press

(LIST).

The folder list will be displayed.

Turn and press the tune/scroll knob to select a folder and a file.

To return to the previous display, press

(BACK).

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Returning to the first folder

Press and hold

(<FOLDER) until you hear a beep.

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Selecting a file

Turn the tune/scroll knob or press the “<” or “>” button of “SEEK
TRACK” to select the desired file.

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Fast-forwarding and rewinding files

Press and hold the “<” or “>” button of “SEEK TRACK”.

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Random play

Pressing

(RDM) changes modes in the following order:

Folder random

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Disc random

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Off

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Repeat play

Pressing

(RPT) changes modes in the following order:

File repeat



Folder repeat

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Off

: Available except when RDM (random play) is selected

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Switching the display

Press

(TEXT) to display or hide the album title.

If there are continuing texts,

is displayed.

Press and hold the button to display the remaining texts.

Playing back MP3 and WMA discs

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Display

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

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Error messages

If an error message is displayed, refer to the following table and take the
appropriate measures. If the problem is not rectified, take the vehicle to any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.

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Discs that can be used

Discs 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.

CDs with copy-protect features may not play correctly.

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CD player protection feature

To protect the internal components, playback is automatically stopped when a
problem is detected while the CD player is being used.

Message

Cause

Correction procedures

“CD CHECK”

• The disc is dirty or

damaged.

• The disc is inserted

upside down.

• Clean the disc.
• Insert the disc cor-

rectly.

“ERROR”

There is a malfunction
within the system.

Eject the disc.

“WAIT”

Operation has stopped
due to a high tempera-
ture inside the player.

Wait for a while and
then press the “MODE”
button.
Contact any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable
repairer if the CD still
cannot be played.

“NO SUPPORT”

MP3/WMA files are not
included in the CD.

Eject the disc.

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If a CD is left inside the CD player or in the ejected position for extended
periods

The CD may be damaged and may not play properly.

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Lens cleaners

Do not use lens cleaners. Doing so may damage the CD player.

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MP3 and WMA files

MP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER3) is a standard audio compression format.
Files can be compressed to approximately 1/10 of their original size by using
MP3 compression.
WMA (Windows Media Audio) is a Microsoft audio compression format.
This format compresses audio data to a size smaller than that of the MP3 for-
mat.
There is a limit to the MP3 and WMA file standards and to the media/formats
recorded by them that can be used.

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MP3 file compatibility
• Compatible standards

MP3 (MPEG1 LAYER3, MPEG2 LSF LAYER3)

• Compatible sampling frequencies

MPEG1 LAYER3: 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 16, 22.05, 24 (kHz)

• Compatible bit rates (compatible with VBR)

MPEG1 LAYER3: 32—320 (kbps)
MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 8—160 (kbps)

• Compatible channel modes: stereo, joint stereo, dual channel and mon-

aural

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WMA file compatibility
• Compatible standards

WMA Ver. 7, 8, 9

• 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)

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Compatible media
Media that can be used for MP3 and WMA playback are CD-ROMs, CD-Rs
and CD-RWs.
Playback in some instances may not be possible, depending on the status
of the CD-ROM, CD-R or CD-RW. Playback may not be possible or the
audio may jump if the disc is scratched or marked with fingerprints.

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Compatible disc formats
The following disc formats can be used.
• Disc formats: CD-ROM Mode 1 and Mode 2

CD-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 above
may not play correctly, and their file names and folder names may not be
displayed correctly.

Items related to standards and limitations are as follows.
• Maximum directory hierarchy: 8 levels (including the root)
• Maximum length of folder names/file names: 32 characters
• Maximum number of folders: 192 (including the root)
• Maximum number of files per disc: 255

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

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Multi-sessions
As the audio system is compatible with multi-sessions, it is possible to play
discs that contain MP3 and WMA files. However, only the first session can
be played.

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ID3 and WMA tags
ID3 tags can be added to MP3 files, making it possible to record the track
title and artist name, etc.
The system is compatible with ID3 Ver. 1.0, 1.1, and Ver. 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 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.

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MP3 and WMA playback
When a disc containing MP3 or WMA files is inserted, all files on the disc
are first checked. Once the file check is finished, the first 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 files or create any unneces-
sary folders.
If the discs contain a mixture of music data and MP3 or WMA format data,
only music data can be played.

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

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Playback
• To play MP3 file with steady sound quality, we recommend a fixed bit rate

of 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz.

• CD-ROM, 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 for MP3

and WMA files on the market, and depending on the status of the encod-
ing 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.

• When files other than MP3 or WMA files are recorded on a disc, it may

take more time to recognize the disc and in some cases, playback may
not be possible at all.

• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are the registered trademarks

of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of
Microsoft. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is
prohibited without a license from Microsoft.

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NOTICE

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Discs and adapters that cannot be used

Do not use the following types of discs.
Also, do not use 8 cm (3 in.) disc adapters, DualDiscs or printable discs.
Doing so may damage the player and/or the disc insert/eject function.

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

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Low-quality or deformed discs.

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Discs with a transparent or translucent recording area.

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Discs that have tape, stickers or CD-R labels attached to them, or that
have had the label peeled off.

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Player precautions

Failure to follow the precautions below may result in serious damage to the
discs or the player itself.

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Do not insert anything other than discs into the disc slot.

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Do not apply oil to the player.

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Store discs away from direct sunlight.

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Never try to disassemble any part of the player.

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Listening to an iPod

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Connecting an iPod enables you to enjoy music from the vehicle
speakers. Press the “MODE” button until “iPod” is displayed.

Connecting an iPod

Control panel

Changing the audio source/
playback
Tune/scroll knob
Selecting an iPod menu/song
Selecting a song, fast-forward-
ing or rewinding
Random play or back button
Repeat play

iPod menu mode, playback
Displaying the current play list
Displaying text message
Power/volume knob
Press: Turning the audio sys-
tem on or off
Turn: Adjusting the volume

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(MENU) to select iPod menu mode.

Turning the tune/scroll knob clockwise changes the play mode in
the following order:
“Playlists”

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“Artists”

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“Albums”

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“Songs”

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“Podcasts”

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“Genres”

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“Composers”

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“Audiobooks”

Press the knob to select the desired play mode.

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Play mode list

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Selecting a list

Turn the tune/scroll knob to display the first selection list.
Press the knob to select the desired item and display the second
selection list.
Repeat the same procedure to select the desired item.

To return to the previous selection list, press

(BACK).

Press

(PLAY) to play the desired selection or press the knob

when in the last selection list.

Selecting a play mode

Play mode

First

selection

Second

selection

Third

selection

Fourth

selection

“Playlists”

Playlists
select

Songs select

“Artists”

Artists select

Albums
select

Songs select

“Albums”

Albums
select

Songs select

“Songs”

Songs select

“Podcasts”

Podcasts
select

Episodes
select

“Genres”

Genre select

Artists select

Albums
select

Songs select

“Composers”

Composers
select

Albums
select

Songs select

“Audiobooks”

Audiobooks
select

Chapter
select

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Turn the tune/scroll knob or press the “<” or “>” button of “SEEK
TRACK” to select the desired song.

Press

(LIST).

The song list will be displayed.

Turn the tune/scroll knob to select a song.
Press the knob to play the song.

To return to the previous display, press

(BACK).

Press and hold the “<” or “>” button of “SEEK TRACK”.

Press

(RPT).

To cancel, press

the button again.

Pressing

(RDM) changes modes in the following order:

Track random



Album random



Off

Press

(TEXT) display or hide the album title.

If there are continuing texts,

is displayed.

Press and hold the button to display the remaining texts.

Selecting songs

Selecting a song from the song list

Fast-forwarding and rewinding songs

Repeat play

Random play

Switching the display

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About iPod

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“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory
has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively,
and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance stan-
dards.

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Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance
with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this acces-
sory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.

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iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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iPod functions

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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 last used.

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

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While connected to the system, the iPod cannot be operated with its own
controls. It is necessary to use the controls of the vehicle’s audio system
instead.

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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 Man-
ual.

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Error messages

Message

Cause/Correction procedures

“ERROR”

This indicates a problem in the iPod or its con-
nection.

“NO SONGS”

This indicates that there is no music data in
the iPod.

“NO PLAYLIST”

This indicates that some available songs are
not found in a selected playlist.

“UPDATE YOUR iPod”

This indicates that the version of the iPod is
not compatible. Upgrade your iPod software
to the latest version.

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Compatible models

The following iPod

, iPod nano

, iPod classic

, iPod touch

and iPhone

devices can be used with this system.

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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 (2nd generation)
• iPod nano (1st generation)
• iPhone 5
• iPhone 4S
• iPhone 4
• iPhone 3GS
• iPhone 3G
• iPhone

Depending on differences between models or software versions etc., some
models might be incompatible with this system.
Items related to standards and limitations are as follows:

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Maximum number of lists in device: 9999

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Maximum number of songs in device: 65535

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Maximum number of songs per list: 65535

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