Lexus GX470 2008 Owner's Manual

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■Operating conditions
The engine switch must be in the “ON” position.
■Auto shut-off function
The system will automatically shut off after operating for 15 minutes.
CAUTION
■When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces, as they can become very hot and burn
you.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Turn the defoggers off when the engine is off.

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3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system type
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
CD player with changer and AM/FM radio.
If a Mark Levinson audio system is installed, the “Mark Levinson” logo
is shown on the panel.
Ti t l ePa g e
Using the radioP. 2 0 3
Using the CD playerP. 2 1 1
Playing MP3 and WMA discsP. 2 1 8
Optimal use of the audio/video systemP. 2 2 4
Using the AUX adapter P. 2 2 7
Using the steering switchesP. 2 2 8

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■Using cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system’s speakers if a cellular phone is
being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio system is operating.
CAUTION
■For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. and Canada
●Pa r t 1 5 o f t h e F CC R u l e s
FCC Warning:
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment will void the user’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 information from the
surface of compact discs. The laser is carefully shielded so that its rays remain
inside the cabinet. Therefore, never try to disassemble the player or alter any
of its parts since you may be exposed to laser rays and dangerous voltages.
• This product utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary with the engine off.
■To avoid damaging the audio/video system
Take care not to spill drinks or other fluids over the audio system.

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Using the radio
Press or to choose either an AM or FM band.
Power and volumeSeek frequency FM mode: change PTY SAT mode: change
category
AM•SAT/FM
mode buttons Display radio text messages
Adjust the frequency
(AM, FM mode) or
channel (SAT mode)
Scan for receiv-
able stations
Station selector
Seek any traffic program station

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Setting station presets (excluding XM® Satellite Radio)
Search for desired stations by turning the
dial or pressing
∧ or ∨ on .
Touch and hold one of the preset stations (1 - 6) until you hear a
beep.
Scanning radio stations (excluding XM® Satellite Radio)
■ Scanning the preset radio stations
Press and hold until you hear a beep.
Preset stations will be played for a few seconds each.
When the desired station is reached, press the button once again.
■ Scanning all radio stations within range
Press .
“SCAN” appears on the display and all stations with reception will be
played for a few seconds each.
When the desired station is reached, press the button once again.
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RDS (Radio Data System) This feature allows your radio to receive station identification information
and program information (classical, jazz, etc.) from radio stations which
broadcast this information.
■ Receiving RDS broadcasts
Press ∧ or ∨ on the button during FM reception.
The type of program changes each time the button is pressed.
● ROCK
● EASYLIS (Easy listening)
● CLS/JAZZ (Classical music and Jazz)
● R & B (Rhythm and Blues)
● INFORM (Information)
● RELIGION
● MISC (Miscellaneous)
● ALERT (Emergency messages)
If the system receives no RDS stations, “NO PTY” appears on the display.
Press , or ∧ or ∨ on .
The radio seeks or scans the station by the relevant program type.
If no radio station of that type is found, “NOTHING” appears on the
screen.
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■Displaying radio station names
Press .
■ Displaying radio text messages
Press .
If MSG shows in the display, a text message will be displayed.
If the text continues past the end of the display, > is displayed. Press and
hold until you hear a beep.
■ Traffic announcement
Press .
“TRAF SEEK” appears on the display, and the radio will start seeking
any station broadcasting traffic program information.
If no traffic program station is found, “NO TRAF INFO” appears on the
display.
XM® Satellite Radio
■ Receiving XM
® Satellite Radio
Press until “SAT” appears on the display.
The display changes as follows each time the switch is pressed.
AM → SAT1 → SAT2 → SAT3
Turn the dial to select a desired channel from all the cate-
gories or press ∧ or ∨ on to select a desired channel in the
current category.
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■Presetting XM® Satellite Radio channels
Select the desired channel. Touch one of the preset stations (1 - 6) and
hold it until you hear a beep.
■ Changing the channel category
Press ∧ or ∨ on .
■ Scanning XM
® Satellite Radio channels
● Scanning channels in the current category
Press .
“SCAN” appears on the screen.
When the desired channel is reached, press the buttonagain.
● Scanning preset channels
Press and hold until you hear a beep.
When the desired channel is reached, press the buttonagain.
■ Displaying text information
Press .
The display will show up to 10 characters.
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■When the battery is disconnected
All preset stations are erased.
■Reception sensitivity
●Maintaining perfect radio reception at all times is difficult due to the continually
changing position of the antenna, differences in signal strength and surrounding
objects, such as trains, transmitters, etc.
●The radio antenna is mounted inside the quarter window. To maintain clear
radio reception, do not attach metallic window tinting or other metallic objects
to the antenna wire mounted inside the quarter window.
■Receiving XM® Satellite Radio
The optional Lexus genuine satellite radio tuner and antenna allows you to receive
and play XM
® Satellite Radio broadcasts. (Subscription is required. Not available
in Hawaii and Alaska.)
*
●XM® subscriptions
For detailed information about XM® Satellite Radio or to subscribe, visit XM®
on the web at www.xmradio.com or call 1-877-515-3987.
●Radio ID
You will need the radio ID when activating XM
® service or reporting a prob-
lem. Select “CH000” using the dial, and the receiver’s 8-character ID
number will appear.
●Satellite tuner
The tuner supports only Audio Services (Music and Talk) and the accompany-
ing Text Information of XM
® Satellite Radio.
*: Terms and services provided by XM® Satellite Radio are subject to change with-
out notice.

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■If the satellite radio does not operate normally
If a problem occurs with the XM
® tuner, a message will appear on the screen. Refer
to the table below to identify the problem, and take the suggested corrective action.
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 surround-
ing antenna cable. See a Lexus certified dealer.
UPDATING
You have not subscribed to XM® Satellite Radio. The
radio is being updated with the latest encryption code.
Contact XM
® Satellite Radio for subscription infor-
mation. When a contract is canceled, you can choose
“CH000” and all free-to-air channels.
The premium channel you selected is not authorized.
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 lis-
ten to the premium channel, contact XM
® Satellite
Radio.
NO SIGNAL
The XM® signal is too weak at the current location.
Wait until your vehicle reaches a location with a stron-
ger signal.
LOAD INGThe unit is acquiring audio or program information.
Wait until the unit has received the information.
OFF AIRThe channel you selected is not broadcasting any pro-
gramming. Select another channel.
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There is no song/program title or artist name/feature
associated with the channel at that time. No action
needed.