Lexus GS300h 2013 Owner's Manual

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CAUTION
While driving
Do not connect an iPod or operate the controls.
NOTICE
If the armrest cannot be fully closed
Depending on the size and shape of the iPod that is connected to the sys-
tem, the armrest may not close fully. In this case, do not forcibly close the
armrest as this may damage the iPod or the terminal, etc.
To prevent damage to the iPod or its terminal
Do not leave the iPod in the vehicle. The temperature inside the vehicle
may become high, resulting in damage to the iPod.
Do not push down on or apply unnecessary pressure to the iPod while it is
connected.
Do not insert foreign objects into the port.

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Optimal use of the audio/video system
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, then select
“Setup”.
Select “Audio”.
Select “Sound settings”.
Select the “Sound” or “DSP”
tab.
After sound setting has been
changed, select “OK”.
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“Sound” tab
Select “-” or “+” to
adjust the treble, mid or
bass.
Select “Front” or
“Rear” to adjust the
front/rear audio bal-
ance.
Select “L” or “R” to
adjust the left/right
audio balance.
“DSP” tab
Automatic Sound Levelizer
(ASL) on/off
Surround on/off
The sound quality level is adjusted individually
The treble, mid and bass levels can be adjusted for the each audio mode sep-
arately.
About Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)
ASL automatically adjusts the volume and tone quality according to the vehi-
cle speed, wind noise or other noise.
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Using the AUX port
Open the console box, open
the cover and connect the por-
table audio device.
Press the “MEDIA” button.
Select the “AUX” tab on the screen or press the “MEDIA” but-
ton repeatedly to change to AUX mode.
Operating portable audio devices connected to the audio system
The volume can be adjusted using the vehicle’s audio controls. All other
adjustments must be made on the portable audio device itself.
When using a portable audio device connected to the power outlet
Noise may occur during playback. Use the power source of the portable
audio device.
This port can be used to connect a portable audio device and listen
to it through the vehicle’s speakers.
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CAUTION
Caution while driving
Do not connect portable audio device or operate the controls.
NOTICE
If the armrest cannot be fully closed
Depending on the size and shape of the portable audio device that is con-
nected to the system, the armrest may not close fully. In this case, do not
forcibly close the armrest as this may damage the portable audio device or
the terminal, etc.
To prevent damage to portable audio device
Do not leave portable audio device in the vehicle. The temperature inside
the vehicle may become high, resulting in damage to the player.
Do not push down on or apply unnecessary pressure to the portable audio
device while it is connected as this may damage the portable audio device
or its terminal.
Do not insert foreign objects into the port as this may damage the portable
audio device or its terminal.

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Using the rear seat audio controls
: If equipped
Some front audio features can be controlled from the rear seats.
Display
Power on/off
Selecting an audio sourceVolume up/down
Selecting a track or file etc.
Selecting a preset station or
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Press to turn the front audio system on.
Pressing the button again turns the system off.
Press to change the audio source. The audio source as fol-
lows each time the button is pressed. If no discs are inserted in the
player, or if the external device is not connected, that mode will be
skipped.
FM DAB DVD player iPod or USB memory 
Bluetooth® audio player AUX AM
Press “” on to increase the volume and “” to decrease the
volume.
Press and hold the button to continue increasing or decreasing the volume.
Turning the power on/off
Changing the audio source
Adjusting the volume

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Select a radio station
Press to select a frequency band.
Press “” or “” on to seek the frequency.
To scan for receivable stations, press and hold until you hear a
beep.
Select a preset station
Press to select a frequency band.
Press “” or “” on to select a preset station.
Audio CD
Press to select the DVD player.
Press “” or “” on to select a track.
Bluetooth® audio player
Press to select the Bluetooth
® audio player.
Press “” or “” on to select an folder.
Press “” or “” on to select a file.
Selecting a radio station
Selecting a track/folder/file
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iPod
Press to select the iPod.
Press “” or “” on to select a file.
Press to select the DVD player.
Press “” or “” on to select a chapter.
MP3 disc or WMA disc
Press to select the DVD player.
Press “” or “” on to select a folder.
Press “” or “” on to select a file.
USB memory
Press to select the USB memory.
Press “” or “” on to select a folder.
Press “” or “” on to select a file.
Selecting a chapter (DVD video mode)
Selecting a file
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Fast forwarding or rewinding a chapter or file
Press and hold “” or “” on .
Button lock function
To prevent inadvertent operation, some buttons on the rear armrest can be
locked. (P. 500)
Rear control panel illumination off function
Control panel illumination on the rear armrest can be turned off. (P. 500)
When “ERROR”, “WAIT” or “NO MUSIC” is shown on the display
Refer to the following and take the appropriate measures. If the problem is
not rectified, take the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
“ERROR”:This indicates a trouble either in the disc or inside the player. The
disc may be dirty, damaged, or inserted up-side down.
“WAIT”:Operation is stopped due to a high temperature inside the player.
Eject the disc and allow the player to cool down.
“NO MUSIC”:This indicates that an MP3/WMA file is not included in the
disc.