Multimedia
Owner's Manual
RX500h / RX450h+ /
RX350h / RX350
©2022 TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in part,
without the written permission of Toyota Motor Corporation.
Basic operation
Basic operation of multimedia system
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Settings and
registration
Connecting a smartphone
or communication device
Navigation
Audio system
Hands-free calls
Connected
services
Parking assist
system
Appendix
Registering and setting various features
Using Bluetooth® or Wi-Fi
Operating the map screen
Searching the map
Activating the route guidance
Listening to the radio
Enjoying music
For hands-free cellular phone use
Operating the connected services
Checking the situation around the vehicle
Reference Information
Certification
®
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3
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5
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Index
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
For your information.............................7
Safety instructions................................. 9
Reading this manual..........................10
Pictorial index........................................ 12
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1-1. Basic operation of multimedia sys-
tem
Display and control............................14
Multimedia screen overview........16
Main menu ..............................................18
Status icons............................................20
Operating the touch screen........22
Basic screen function.......................25
Entering letters and numbers.....27
1-2. Basic operation of navigation sys-
tem
Map screen............................................28
Displaying the vehicle’s cur-
rent position .......................................30
Changing the scale of the
map........................................................... 31
Changing the orientation of
the map .................................................32
Moving the map.................................. 33
1-3. Basic operation of audio system
Audio system ON/OFF and
volume adjustment.........................34
Changing the audio source.........36
Changing the switch layout on
the source selection screen .....38
Connecting the USB port ............39
1-4. Voice control system
Operating the system with
voice control......................................40
Starting voice control......................42
Speaking a voice command........45
Searching for information us-
ing the keyboard..............................49
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Settings and registration
2-1. Multimedia system initial setup
Registering a user profile..............52
2-2. Various settings
Changing the various settings ...57
2-3. Driver settings
Changing and registering a
user profile..........................................59
Setting up how to identify a
driver ......................................................62
2-4. General settings
Changing general multimedia
system settings..................................65
2-5. Screen settings
Changing the screen display
settings ..................................................68
2-6. Voice control settings
Changing the voice control
settings ..................................................70
2-7. Vehicle settings
Setting dealer information............ 72
Changing the security settings
....................................................................73
Updating and checking the
software information..................... 75
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2-8. Navigation Settings
Navigation system settings..........79
Changing the map display set-
tings........................................................ 80
Route settings.......................................83
Guidance settings .............................86
Other settings .....................................88
2-9. Sound and media settings
Changing sound and media
settings ..................................................95
Switching the screen mode .........98
Adjusting the image quality.........99
Adjusting the sound of each
source .................................................100
2-10. Wi-Fi® settings
Changing Wi-Fi® settings.......... 101
2-11. Bluetooth® settings
Setting Bluetooth® devices...... 103
Connecting a smartphone or
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communication device
3-1. Using the Bluetooth® function
Precautions when using Blue-
tooth® devices..............................108
Bluetooth® specifications and
compatible profiles........................111
Registering a Bluetooth® de-
vice from the multimedia
system...................................................113
Deleting a registered Blue-
tooth® device ..................................116
Connecting with a Blue-
tooth® device ..................................117
®
Setting a Bluetooth
device
as a primary device.......................121
Setting a Bluetooth® device
as a secondary device................122
3-2. Connecting to a Wi-Fi® network
Precautions when using
Wi-Fi® devices.............................. 123
Connecting to a network us-
ing Wi-Fi
®
........................................ 125
3-3. Using Apple CarPlay and An-
droid Auto
Precautions when using Ap-
ple CarPlay and Android
Auto .....................................................128
Using Apple CarPlay with an
unregistered smartphone.........131
Using Apple CarPlay with a
registered smartphone............. 134
Using Android Auto...................... 137
When Apple CarPlay or An-
droid Auto might be mal-
functioning .......................................139
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Navigation
4-1. Navigation system
About the use of map infor-
mation provision services using Wi-Fi
®
........................................ 144
Connected navigation................. 146
Connected navigation (with
built-in navigation system).......147
4-2. Map information
Displaying information for a
point .....................................................148
Map options screen....................... 149
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Displaying POI icons....................150
Map display settings...................... 152
Highway mode .................................156
4-3. Destination search operation
Searching for a destination........157
Destination search screen......... 158
Search result list screen................161
Adding a waypoint..........................162
Setting destinations from your
smartphone .....................................163
4-4. Destination setting
Full route map screen................... 165
Viewing a route guidance
demo.................................................... 166
Changing route options...............167
Changing the route .......................168
Setting points to pass through
on a route.......................................... 169
Editing waypoints............................170
4-5. Route guidance
Route guidance screen.................171
Lane display screens......................172
Searching for a route again .......174
Typical voice guidance
prompts...............................................175
4-6. Map update
Map database version and
covered area....................................176
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Audio system
5-1. Radio operation
Listening to the radio.................... 178
Listening to DAB.............................. 181
Handling the radio antenna......184
5-2. Internet radio
Using Internet radio.......................185
5-3. USB flash drive operation
Precautions for playback of
USB flash drive.............................. 186
Playing music files on a USB
flash drive.......................................... 188
Playing video files on a USB
flash drive........................................... 191
5-4. iPod/iPhone operation
Precautions for playback of
iPod/iPhone..................................... 195
Playing iPod/iPhone...................... 196
5-5. Apple CarPlay operation
Precautions for playback of
Apple CarPlay............................... 199
Playing Apple CarPlay...............200
5-6. Android Auto operation
Precautions for playback of
Android Auto................................203
Playing Android Auto .................204
5-7. Bluetooth® audio operation
Precautions for Bluetooth
®
audio playback .............................206
Playing Bluetooth® audio.........208
5-8. Miracast® operation
Precautions for playback of
Miracast
®
...........................................211
Connecting Miracast®-com-
patible devices................................212
Playing Miracast
®
.......................... 213
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Hands-free calls
6-1. Precautions when using hands-
free calls
Precautions for hands-free
calling.................................................. 216
When hands-free calling
might be malfunctioning......... 220
6-2. Operating hands-free calls with
the steering switches
Operating with the steering
switches (Type A).........................224
Operating with the steering
switches (Type B) ........................ 226
6-3. How to make calls
Making calls from call history.228
Making calls from the favor-
ites list................................................. 229
Making calls from contacts...... 230
Making calls from keypad.......... 231
Calling using a wait or pause
signal................................................... 232
6-4. How to receive calls
Answering calls............................... 233
Declining calls..................................235
6-5. In-call operations
Perform operations from the
in-call screen..................................236
Answer an interrupted call.......238
Making a call to another party
during an ongoing call.............239
Making conference calls...........240
Ending calls.......................................... 241
6-6. Changing phones for hands-free
calls
Switching phones for hands-
free calls.............................................242
6-7. Editing contact data
Transferring contact data .......... 244
Adding new contact data to
contacts............................................. 248
Registering favorites....................250
6-8. How to use the message function
Precautions when using the
message function......................... 251
Making calls from the mes-
sage function .................................256
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Connected services
7-1. Web browser (Internet)
About web browser (Internet)
function .............................................258
Displaying the web browser
screen................................................. 259
Operating the web browser
screen.................................................260
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Parking assist system
8-1. Lexus parking assist monitor
Lexus parking assist monitor
functions........................................... 266
Displaying the guide screen.... 268
Changing the guide line dis-
play mode........................................ 270
Precautions for the Lexus
parking assist monitor...............275
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8-2. Panoramic view monitor
Panoramic view monitor func-
tions.....................................................285
Display mode when the shift
position is in "P"............................ 289
Display mode when the shift
position is in "D" or "N"............. 291
Display mode when the shift
position is in "R"............................ 299
The screen when the outside
rear view mirrors are folded. 307
Zooming in on the screen.........308
Displaying transparent under-
floor vision........................................310
Moving objects alert .....................312
Changing the panoramic view
monitor settings............................ 314
Precautions for the panoramic
view monitor ...................................316
If you notice any symptoms...... 333
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Appendix
9-1. Appendix
Information about media and
data that can be used in the
audio system..................................336
Certification ...................................... 347
Index.................................................................. 349
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Introduction
Introduction
For your information
Multimedia owner’s manual
● This manual describes the operation of the multimedia system. Please read this
manual and the "Owner’s Manual" carefully to ensure proper use.
● Please be aware that the content of this manual may be different from the system
in some cases, such as due to software updates and changes to specifications.
● This manual contains information related to system software Ver.1310 and ear-
lier. For the latest information, refer to the following URL. Before using this
system, be sure to read the information relating to the latest software version.
For details of the current software version, see “Updating and checking the
software information”(→ P.75).
Depending on the country or area, the software update service may not be
available.
▶ RX500h/RX350h
•
URL:
• QR code:
▶ RX350
• URL:
• QR code:
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Introduction
● The screens shown in this manual may differ from the actual screen of the
system depending on availability of functions, subscription status, and map data
available at the time this manual was produced.
The company names and products listed in this manual are trademarks and/or
●
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Disclaimer about data compensation
This system saves data onto the internal memory. Data saved in the memory may
become corrupted or lost due to system failure, repair, malfunction, bugs, or other
causes.
Please note that Toyota takes no responsible whatsoever for direct and/or indirect
damage, and offers no compensation for data if the data that was saved in the
internal memory could not be saved properly.
Removal of the 12-volt battery
When the engine switch <power switch> is turned off, all data is saved in the system.
If the 12-volt battery terminal is removed before the data is saved, the data may not
be saved correctly.
For Australian owners
For details about Lexus group privacy and credit information policy, refer to http://
www.lexus.com.au/privacy.
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Safety instructions
To use this system in the safest possible manner, follow all the safety tips shown
below.
This system is intended to assist in reaching the destination and, if used properly,
can do so. The driver is solely responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle
and the safety of your passengers. Do not use any feature of this system to the
extent it becomes a distraction and prevents safe driving. The first priority while
driving should always be the safe operation of the vehicle. While driving, be sure to
observe all traffic regulations. If a traffic sign on the road has been changed, route
guidance may not have the updated information such as the direction of a one way
street.
While driving, listen to the voice instructions as much as possible and glance at
the screen briefly and only when it is safe. However, do not totally rely on voice
guidance. Use it just for reference. If the system cannot determine the current
position correctly, there is a possibility of incorrect or delayed guidance, or no
voice guidance at all.
The data in the system may occasionally be incomplete. Road conditions, including
driving restrictions (no left turns, street closures, etc.) frequently change. Therefore, before following any instructions from the system, look to see whether the
instruction can be done safely and legally.
This system cannot warn about such things as the safety of an area, condition of
streets, and availability of emergency services. If unsure about the safety of an
area, do not drive into it. Under no circumstances is this system a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgement.
WARNING
● For safety, the driver should not operate the system while he/she is driving. Insufficient
attention to the road and traffic may cause an accident.
● While driving, be sure to obey the traffic regulations and maintain awareness of the
road conditions.
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Reading this manual
Explains symbols used in this manual.
Symbols in this manual
Symbols Meanings
WARNING : Explains something that, if not obeyed, could cause
death or serious injury to people.
NOTICE : Explains something that, if not obeyed, could cause damage
to or a malfunction in the vehicle or its equipment.
Indicates operating or working procedures.
Explains something other than descriptions about operation methods and
functions that you should know and are useful to know.
Symbols in illustrations
Symbols
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Meanings
Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used to operate buttons and other
devices.
Symbols Meanings
Indicates the component or place being explained.
Introduction
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Introduction
Pictorial index
Instrument panel
The below illustration is for a left-hand drive vehicle.
A
Steering wheel switches
Controlling audio .......................................................................................................................P.36
Operating the system with voice control.........................................................................P.42
Making a phone call.....................................................................................................P.224,226
B
Display ................................................................................................................................ P.14
C
[ VOL] knob.............................................................................................................. P.34
D
USB port........................................................................................................................... P.39
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1-1. Basic operation of multimedia sys-
tem
Display and control..........................14
Multimedia screen overview.......16
Main menu ..........................................18
Status icons........................................20
Operating the touch screen.......22
Basic screen function.....................25
Entering letters and numbers..... 27
1-2. Basic operation of navigation sys-
tem
Map screen........................................28
Displaying the vehicle’s cur-
rent position....................................30
Changing the scale of the map...31
Changing the orientation of
the map.............................................32
Moving the map...............................33
1-3. Basic operation of audio system
Audio system ON/OFF and
volume adjustment.......................34
Changing the audio source ........36
Changing the switch layout on
the source selection screen.....38
Connecting the USB port............39
1-4. Voice control system
Operating the system with
voice control...................................40
Starting voice control ....................42
Speaking a voice command........45
Searching for information us-
ing the keyboard........................... 49
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Basic operation of multimedia system
Display and control
▶ 14-inch display
▶
9.8-inch display
A
Display
Operate the touch screen by directly touching it.
B
[ VOL] knob
Turn the audio on/off and adjust the volume.
INFORMATION
● The LCD screen may appear washed out or dark depending on the surrounding
environment or angle it is viewed.
● The screen may be difficult to see if sunlight or other external light hits the screen.
● The screen may appear dark or hard to see if you wear polarized sunglasses.
WARNING
For safety, the driver should operate the display as little as possible while driving and
should stop the vehicle to operate the display. Operating the display while driving is
dangerous such as mistakenly turning the steering wheel or other unforeseen accidents.
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WARNING
Additionally, look at the display only as necessary and as briefly as possible when driving
the vehicle.
NOTICE
Do not use the display for long periods of time with the engine <hybrid system> turned off.
Doing so may deplete the 12-volt battery.
Restarting the system
When the system response is extremely slow, you can restart the system.
●
Press and hold the [ VOL] knob for
at least 3 seconds.
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Multimedia screen overview
A
Main menu
Changes the function to be displayed on the screen when an icon is touched.
B
Microphone button
Displays the voice control screen enabling verbal operation of the navigation, audio,
climate, and various other functions.
C
Status icons
The clock and icons with information about communication statuses, etc. are displayed
at the top of the screen.
D
Climate control buttons
Operate the air conditioner and vehicle functions.
*1
INFORMATION
● The displayed content may differ depending on the size of the multimedia screen.
● 14-inch display only:
Touch [ ] on the map screen to display the map in a larger size, and touch
[ ] on the audio screen to display the
content in a larger size.
Related Links
Main menu(P. 18)
Starting voice control(P. 42)
*1 : Refer to the "Owner’s Manual".
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Status icons(P. 20)
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Main menu
The function to be displayed on the screen can be changed by touching an icon.
: Apple CarPlay
Displays the Apple CarPlay screen.
: Android Auto
Displays the Android Auto screen.
: Navigation system
Displays the map screen. The navigation system can be operated to search for a
destination or perform other navigation system-related tasks.
™
: Audio
Displays the audio control screen. The desired source can be selected to play
audio.
: Phone
Displays the phone screen. A cellular phone connected via Bluetooth® can be
used to make hands-free phone calls.
: Vehicle information
*1
Displays the vehicle information screen. Vehicle information such as fuel consumption displays and settings of vehicle equipment can be done.
: Connected
Displays the apps screen.
This function is not available in some countries. For details (service available
countries list, operation, setup, etc.), contact your Lexus dealer.
: Settings
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Displays the settings screen. Multimedia system and vehicle settings can be
changed.
INFORMATION
The Apple CarPlay/Android Auto icons are displayed when a supported device connects to the system and the applicable function is enabled.
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*1 : Refer to the "Owner’s Manual".
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Status icons
The time and icons with information about communication statuses are displayed
at the top of the screen.
Displays the current time. Touching the clock displays the date and time settings
screen.
Displays the connection status of the cellular phone connected via Bluetooth®.
Touching the icon displays the Bluetooth® settings screen.
Displays the reception level of the connected cellular phone.
Displays the remaining battery charge of the connected cellular phone.
Displays the reception status of the Data Communication Module (DCM).
*1
Displays the Wi-Fi® reception level.
Displayed when the Lexus parking assist-sensor is active.
Displayed when a hands-free call was made while a screen other than the phone
screen was being displayed.
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Displayed when the internet radio is playing.
Displayed when the wireless charger is equipped.
*2
*1
INFORMATION
● The displayed remaining battery charge for the cellular phone may not match the
display on the cellular phone. Additionally, the remaining battery charge may not be
able to be displayed depending on the phone model.
● You may not be able to use Wi-Fi
● If you use your cellular phone at places or states like the following, you may not be able
®
if the reception level is poor.
to connect via Bluetooth®:
• The cellular phone is behind or under a seat, or inside the glove box or console box
• The cellular phone is touching or covered with metallic materials
● If the cellular phone is set to power saving mode, the Bluetooth
®
connection may
automatically be disconnected. If that happens, disable power saving mode on the
cellular phone.
Related Links
Changing general multimedia system settings(P. 65)
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Setting Bluetooth® devices(P. 103)
*1 : If equipped
*2 : This function is not available in some countries or areas.
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Operating the touch screen
Operate the touch screen by directly touching it with a finger.
■ Touch
Gently touch the screen. You can select
items on the screen.
■ Drag
Move your finger while it is touching the
screen. The list and map screens can be
scrolled to the amount that the finger is
moved.
■ Flick
Quickly swipe your fingertip that touches
the screen. The list and map screens are
scrolled by larger amount than scrolls by
dragging.
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■ Pinch in/pinch out
Move two fingers in and out while touching the screen. You can zoom in and out
on maps.
INFORMATION
● In order to operate some functions, it may be necessary to touch and hold or double
tap (touch 2 times quickly) the screen.
● The sensitivity level when touching the screen can be changed.
● Response sound output either ON/OFF when the screen switch is touched can be
changed.
● Flick operations may not work smoothly in high altitude areas.
● Operation of the screen is restricted while driving.
Related Links
Changing general multimedia system settings(P. 65)
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Notes for operating the touch screen
INFORMATION
● If there is no response from the buttons on the screen, take your finger off the screen
and try again.
● In the following situations, the screen buttons may not respond or malfunction:
• If a glove is worn
• If the screen is operated with a fingernail
• If the screen is being touched with another finger or palm at the same time
• Dirt or water is on the screen
• If a plastic film or coating is on the screen
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• If the vehicle is near a TV tower, power plant, filling station, broadcast station,
large display, airport, or any other place from which strong radio waves or noise
eliminates
• When you are carrying or charging a portable wireless communication device,
such as a radio or cellular phone, in the vehicle
● If the screen is touched or covered with a metallic object like one of the following, the
screen buttons may not respond or malfunction:
• A card covered in metal such as aluminum foil
• A cigarette case that uses aluminum foil
•
A wallet, purse, or bag with metallic parts
•
Coins
•
Media, such as CDs and DVDs, a USB cable, etc.
● If the system is started with a finger touching the screen, the screen buttons may not
respond. Remove any fingers off the screen and try again. If the buttons are still not
responding, turn off the engine switch <power switch> and restart the system.
● The Apple CarPlay map application does not support the pinch in/pinch out feature.
NOTICE
● To protect the screen, gently touch the screen with your finger when operating it.
● Do not operate the touch screen with anything other than your finger.
● Gently clean the screen with a glasses cleaning cloth or similar soft cloth. Touching the
screen forcibly with your finger or a hard cloth may scratch the surface of the screen.
● Do not use benzine or an alkaline solution to clean the screen. Doing so may damage
the screen.
● Under certain conditions, the screen may feel slightly hot. Be careful as if it is touched
for a long time, it may cause slight burns.
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Basic screen function
A list screen will be displayed if there are multiple candidates such as settings and
audio. Scroll the list to select the desired item.
A
Main menu
Changes the function to be displayed on the screen by touching an icon.
B
Submenu
Displays items on a list. Scrolling the list can be done by dragging or flicking the screen.
C
Description area
Displays detailed information about the item you selected on the submenu.
D
Breadcrumb list
Displays screen titles in a hierarchy. Touching [＜] returns to the hierarchy one level up.
INFORMATION
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Operation of the screen is restricted while driving.
■ Searching a list
Touching text in an index displays the desired item from the list.
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■ Turning the settings on or off
Touching an item turns the setting on or
off.
: ON
: OFF
■ Multiple setting options
Touching an item that has [ ] to it enables you to select an item from multiple
options.
■ Adjusting the level
Dragging the slider enables the level of
the setting to be adjusted.
Related Links
Main menu(P. 18)
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Entering letters and numbers
Letters and numbers can be entered by using the keyboard. Entering letters
displays predictive text.
▶ Screen example
/ : Closes the keyboard and returns to the previous screen.
: Moves the cursor.
: Displays suggested text based on current text input.
: Deletes one character.
: Switches the keyboard.
: Toggles between uppercase and lowercase.
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[Go] : Perform search based on input text.
: Closes the keyboard.
: Changes to the numbers and symbols input mode.
: Changes to the alphabet text input mode.
INFORMATION
● The displayed keyboard type differs depending on the feature.
● Touch and hold [ ] to directly select the keyboard type.
● Double tap [ ] to fix the letters to uppercase for input.
*1 : This function is not available in some countries or areas.
*1
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Basic operation of navigation system
Map screen
Information displayed on the map screen and its purpose is as follows. Touch
[ ] from the main menu.
A
Current position mark
Displays current position and orientation of the vehicle.
B
Lane information display
Displays the through and turning lanes at an intersection/junction.(Only available for
intersections/junctions with information in the map data)
During route guidance, the suggested lane to drive in will be displayed in highlight.
C
Name display
Depending on the situation, the following will be displayed: (Only available for points
with information in the map data)
● Names of roads being driven on
D
Scale display
Displays the scale of the displayed map.
E
Orientation mark
Displays the orientation of the map. Touch to change the orientation of the map.
For details about changing the orientation of the map, refer to changing the orientation
of the map.
F
Zoom in/out button
Zooms the map screen in/out.
G
Display setting button
Displays the display setting screen and allows for changing of the nearby POI display
settings, etc.
H
Destination button
Displays the destination search screen.
I
Microphone button
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