Lexus GX470 2006 Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators / LEXUS 2006 GX470 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60B99U)

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4706. Say “Dial”.
Lexus
Link sends tone. The system will respond to the number
1.
INFORMATION
 To differentiate pound and star from other numbers
and commands, you must use the commands
“Pound key” and “Star key”.
 The Lexus Link voiceactivated keypad understands
only numbers, star key and pound key. It does not
understand stored nametags.
 You can erase the last number entered by saying
“Clear”.
STORING/DELETING NUMBERS IN MEMORY
(NAMETAGS)
Your Lexus Link System can store up to 20 phone
numbers. These numbers can be dialed by sim ply saying
“Call”, then saying the nametag.
Tips for creating nametags:
 Short nametags that are similar may be easily confused by
the system. You may get better recognition of your
nametags if you make them longer, for example “George
Washington” (no pause), instead of “George” only.
 The best way to store a nametag is when it is quiet inside the
vehicle. The vehicle should be stationary and the air
conditioning fan turned off.
 When you have finished speaking your phone number, you
do not need to say “Store number” or “Dial” to indicate that\
you are done. If you pause and say nothing, the system will
ask you if you want to store or dial. Say “Yes”.

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To store a nametag:
1. Press the phone button.
You will hear “Lexus Link ready”.
2. Say “Store”.
You will hear “Phone number to store, please”.
3. Say the number you wish to store with no pauses.
Lexus Link will repeat the number, then you will hear “Yes or
No”.
4. Say “Yes” (or “No” to try again).
You will hear “Nametag, please” (or Number not stored).
5. Say “(new nametag)”.
You will hear “About to store (new nametag)” and “Does that
sound OK?”
6. Say “Yes” (or “No” to try again).
You will hear “Storing (new nametag)”.
To store a nametag using digit store:This is similar to digit dial where you enter numbers one at a
time.
1. Press the phone button.
You will hear “Lexus Link ready”.
2. Say “Digit store”.
You will hear “First digit to store, please”.
3. Say the number to be dialed, one digit at a time.
Lexus Link will confirm each digit by repeating it back to you.
4. When finished, say “Store”.
You will hear “Storing nametag, please”.
5. Say “(new nametag)”.
You will hear “About to store (new nametag)” and “Does that
sound OK?”
6. Say “Yes” (or “No” to try again).
You will hear “Storing (new nametag)”.

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472To delete a nametag:
1. Press the phone button.
You will hear “Lexus Link ready”.
2. Say “Delete”.
You will hear “Nametag, please”.
3. Say “(nametag)”.
You will hear “Delete (nametag), Yes or No”.
4. Say “Yes” (or “No” to try again).
You will hear “Deleting (nametag)”.
To list your nametags:
Use the “Directory” command to list your nametags.
1. Press the phone button.
You will hear “Lexus Link ready”.
2. Say “Directory”.
Lexus Link will list your nametags.
VERIFYING REMAINING UNITS (MINUTES)
Lexus Link keeps track of the amount of calling time you
have purchased and used in units. The number of total
remaining units is stored within the Lexus Link System,
and can be accessed easily. Lexus Link will also notify
you at the beginning of a call if you have 10 or fewer calling
minutes remaining.
To verify remaining minutes:
1. Press the phone button.
You will hear “Lexus Link ready”.
2. Say “Units”.
You will hear “Verify or add”.
3. Say “Verify”.
You will hear “You have <#> units remaining”.
To add more calling units (minutes):
You can charge additional calling units by connecting Lexus
Link.
1. Press the phone button.
You will hear “Lexus Link ready”.
2. Say “Units”.
You will hear “Verify or add”.
3. Say “Add”.
You will hear “Connecting to the Personal Calling Center”.

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AUTOMATIC CONTACT TO LEXUS LINK FOR
REPLENISHMENT
If you run out of units during a call, your call will be
terminated and you will be connected to Lexus Link to
replenish minutes.
RETRIEVING YOUR PHONE NUMBER
To determine your phone number so that others can call your
vehicle.
To retrieve your phone number
1. Press the phone button.
You will hear “Lexus Link ready”.
2. Say “My number”.
Lexus Link will respond with your number.
SECURITY CODE/LOCKING YOUR SYSTEM
You can set up a 4digit personal security code to ensure
that unauthorized people do not use the calling capability
of your system. With security code set to on, the system
will
respond with “Security code on” to any personal call,
including 911, or an advanced services request. With the
security code on, only calls from the Lexus Link Call
Center will be presented.
Before calls can be made or received, you must turn the
security code off.
To turn on/off the security:
1. Press the phone button.
You will hear “Lexus Link ready”.
2. Say “Security”.
You will hear “Enter first digit of code, please”.
3. Say your 4digit code one digit at a time.
Lexus Link will confirm each digit by repeating it back to you.
After the fourth digit, you will hear “Security (Code ####) is now
on/off”.

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474VOICE COMMANDS / SPEECH RECOGNITION
Operation
of the Lexus Link speech recognition systems:
Speech recognition allows the user to speak to a computer.
The computer tries to understand the user’s command, and
responds by speaking back or by taking the appropriate action
(e.g., dialing the phone).
Personal calling uses a speech recognition system that is built
in the vehicle. When the user presses the phone or PTT
button, the system says “Lexus Link ready”, and listens for the
user’s command. The user can speak commands to control
the hands− free wireless phone.
Performance of speech recognition:
The Lexus Link speech recognition systems use speech
technology that is designed to understand a wide range of
speakers of American English. However, the technology does
not work equally well across all regional and ethnic accents.
The Lexus Link voice recognition system may not work with all
voices.
Although there is no one right way to speak English, the system
will work best when you try to modify their pronunciation in
response to system errors. If you do not obtain good results,
try the tips found on the following pages. Voice command error messages:
“Pardon”
The system has not been able to match your command with a
word that it knows. Repeating the command distinctly should
fix the problem. After 3 pardon responses, the system will try
to guess the command you are requesting. If correct, say
“Yes”, if not, say “No” and the system will prompt you with its
next−best guess.
“Slower, please”
Repeat the command after a short pause. This response
normally
happens if you say a command before the system is
ready for it or if there is substantial background noise.

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General tips for better speech recognition:

Noise may confuse the speech recognition system. You
usually get better performance from the system in quieter
conditions:

The air conditioning/heater fan creates noise. Turn it down
or off for better speech system performance.
 Driving at high speeds creates louder engine noise and wind
noise. You may get better results at lower speeds.
 An open window or an open moon roof results in more noise
in the vehicle. Close all windows for better results.
 Noisy rainstorms can also reduce performance.
 If passengers are talking while you use the speech system,
it may be confused by their speech. You will get better
results if all occupants of the vehicle are quiet while the
system is listening for commands.

Personal calling — the system is only listening for about 5
seconds after it prompts you to speak. If the system does not
hear a response, it will prompt you again, or cancel the
transaction. If you begin to speak too soon, it will tell you
“Slower, please”. Try pausing for a half second before
speaking.

Speak forcefully and clearly. The noisier the environment,
the louder you need to speak. If you are in the driver’s seat,
speak facing the front of the vehicle. If you are a passenger,
speak facing the inside rear view mirror.
 Speak calmly and naturally. The system may sometimes fail
to hear your repeated attempts to give a command. If your
speech is distorted by shouting or frustration, this may
cause more errors.
 People with high− pitched voices may have better results by
speaking in a deeper, lower−pitched voice. However, do not
lower the volume of the voice.
 Avoid speaking with a rising intonation, like asking a
question. Use a flat or falling intonation, like giving an
answer.

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Personal calling: oneword commands

Commands — The personal calling system listens for only
one word at a time. (There are some exceptions: two− word
phrases that are spoken and understood as a single word,
e.g., “Advanced services” and “My number”)
 Numbers — When inputting a phone number, the personal
calling system listens for a continuous string of digits. It can
recognize 7 −, 10−, and 11−digit numbers as well as the
number 911. When inputting security codes or
voice−activated keypad numbers, you must say them one
digit at a time.
 Say “Help” at the “Lexus Link ready” prompt to hear the list
of personal calling commands. Tips for entering a phone number using the dial and store
commands:

Say the entire 7 −, 10− , or 11 −digit number and wait for the
system to respond. You do not need to say “Dial”, “Store”,
or “Verify” after the phone number.
 If you want to enter a number that is not 7−, 10− or 11 −digit,
use the digit dial or digit store commands.
 Do not pause between the digits. If there is a long pause
between digits, the system may think that you have finished
saying the entire number.
 The system does not recognize the words “Hundred” or
“Thousand”. Instead, you must say each digit. For
example, a number starting with “1 −800 ...” is pronounced
“one−eight−zero−zero...”.
 The system often works better when the digits are combined
smoothly into a single phrase. Try saying the entire phone
number more rapidly.
 If problems continue when saying the entire phone number,
try using the digit dial or digit store commands to enter one
digit at a time.

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Say each one of the syllables in the word clearly. Do not omit
any of the syllables.
Be sure to articulate each sound in the word. The voice
recognition system can have trouble recognizing a word
when
final consonants are not pronounced. It may be helpful to
emphasize the final consonant.
If the system is confusing 2 commands that are similar (e.g.
“Dial” and “Redial”), be sure to pronounce the distinction.\
In
this example, “Redial” may be recognized better if the first
syllable is emphasized and slightly lengthened.
Avoid clipping short words and syllables. Instead, try
lengthening the short words and syllables, and slow down your
overall speech rate a little. You can also try lengthening
different syllables of the word.
Try speaking louder. When there is a lot of background noise,
the system has more trouble hearing your speech. If, however,
you find that you are speaking so loud that you are stressing
your voice, speaking somewhat quieter but with clear
pronunciation may help.

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Audible voice prompts
The following table shows the voice responses from the Lexus Link System\
.
Some English audible voice prompts can be changed to Spanish. To change the language, press the “SERVICES” button and ask
a Lexus Link Advisor.
NOTE: Even if you have Spanish voice prompts , voice recognition langua\
ge cannot be changed to Spanish.Voice phrase (English)
Voice phrase (Spanish)Explanation
$Hello and welcome to Lexus Link. For
Lexus Link services, contact a Lexus
Link Advisor by pressing the “SER-
VICES” button again. For additional in-
formation, visit us online at Lexus.com in
the owner section or talk to your Lexus
dealer.$N/A (English only)The “SERVICES” button is pushed with-
out an active subscription.
$ Impact detected, connecting to Lexus
Link Emergency $$Impacto detectado. Conectando con
Emergencia de Lexus Link $In response to the airbag deployment, an
emergency call will be placed automati-
cally.
$Connecting to Lexus Link Emergency $$Conectando con Emergencia de Lexus
Link $The emergency button is pushed with an
active subscription.
$Connecting to Lexus Link$$Conectando con Lexus Link $The “SERVICES” button is pushed with an
active subscription.
$Lexus Link ready $N/A (English only)The PTT or phone button is pushed, indi-
cating the beginning of voice recognition.
$Lexus Link request ended $$Fin de llamada Lexus Link $The phone button is pushed in a call and
the call is cancelled.

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Voice phrase (English)
Voice phrase (Spanish)Explanation
$
Unable to contact Lexus Link$No pude conectarme con Lexus Link $A call is attempted, but failed.
$The Lexus Link system is not active.$$Su servicio Lexus Link no ha sido activa-
do. $The emergency button is pushed without
an active subscription.
$A system error has been detected.
Please contact your Lexus dealer. $$Un error en el sistema ha sido detectado.
Por favor contacte su concesionario
Lexus. $As a substitute of the faulty warning light