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Using the USB mode

You can play media files stored in portable devices, such as USB storage devices and MP3 players. Check compatible USB storage devices and file specifications before using the USB mode.

Connect your USB device to the USB port in the vehicle.

  • Playback starts immediately.

  • Press the [MEDIA] / [AUDIO] button on the control panel to display the mode selection window, turn the [TUNE] knob to select USB and then press the knob.

  1. Current file number and total number of files

  2. Playback time

  3. Information about the song currently playing

Press the [MENU/CLOCK] button on the control panel to access the following menu options:

  • List: Access the file list.

  • Folder List: Access the folder list.

  • Information: Display information about the song currently playing.

  • Sound Settings: You can change the settings related to sounds, such as location where sound will be concentrated and the output level for each range.

    • Position: Select a location where sound will be concentrated in the vehicle. Select Fader* or Balance, turn the [TUNE] knob to select the desired position, and then press the knob. To set sound to be centred in the vehicle, select Centre.

    • Tone: Adjust the output level for each sound tone mode.

    • Speed Dependent Vol.*: Set the volume to be adjusted automatically according to your driving speed.

    * if equipped

    NOTICE

    • Depending on vehicle models or specifications, available options may vary.

    • Depending on the system or amplifier specifications applied to your vehicle, available options may vary.

  • Media Display: Select information such as Folder/File or Artist/Title/Album to display when playing MP3 files.

  • Mode Popup: Set to display mode selection window when the [MEDIA] / [AUDIO] button is pressed on the control panel.

  • Date/Time: You can change the date and time that are shown on the system display.

    • Set Date: Set date to display on the system display.

    • Set Time: Set time to display on the system display.

    • Time Format: Select to display time in the 12 hour format or the 24 hour format.

    • Display (Power Off): Set to display the clock when the system power is off.

  • Language: You can change the display language.

Rewinding/Fast forwarding

On the control panel, press and hold the [SEEK] button / [TRACK] button.

  • You can also push and hold the Up/Down lever on the steering wheel.

Restarting the current playback

On the control panel, press the [SEEK] button.

  • You can also push the Up lever on the steering wheel.

Playing the previous or next song

To play the previous song, press the [SEEK] button twice on the control panel. To play the next song, press the [TRACK] button on the control panel.

  • You can also push the Up/Down lever on the steering wheel.

NOTICE

Press the [MENU/CLOCK] button on the control panel to display the mode selection window, turn the [TUNE] knob to find the desired song and press the knob to play the file.

Playing repeatedly

On the control panel, press the [1 RPT] button. The repeat play mode changes each time you press it. The corresponding mode icon will be displayed on the screen.

Playing in random order

On the control panel, press the [2 RPT] button. The shuffle play mode is activated or deactivated each time you press it. When you activate the shuffle mode, the corresponding mode icon will be displayed on the screen.

Searching folders

  1. On the control panel, press the [MENU/CLOCK] button.

  2. When the option selection window displays, turn the [TUNE] knob to select the Folder List and then press the knob.

  3. Navigate to the desired folder in th Folder List and then press the [TUNE] knob.

  • The first song in the selected fold-er will be played.

CAUTION

  • Start the engine of your vehicle before connecting a USB device to your system. Starting the engine with a USB device connected to the system may damage the USB device.

  • Be careful of static electricity when connecting or disconnecting a USB device. A static discharge may cause a system malfunction.

  • Be careful not to let your body or external objects contact the USB port. Doing so may cause an accident or a system malfunction.

  • Do not connect and disconnect a USB connector repeatedly in a short time. Doing so may cause an error in the device or a system malfunction.

  • Do not use a USB device for purposes other than playing files. Using USB accessories for charging or heating may cause poor performance or a system malfunction.

NOTICE

  • When connecting a USB storage device, do not use an extension cable. Connect it directly to the USB port. If you use a USB hub or an extension cable, the device may not be recognized.

  • Fully insert a USB connector into the USB port. Failure to do so may cause a communication error.

  • When you disconnect a USB storage device, a distorted noise may occur.

  • The system can play only files encoded in a standard format.

  • The following types of USB devices may not be recognised or work correctly:

    • Encrypted MP3 players

    • USB devices not recognised as removable disks

  • A USB device may not be recognised depending on its condition.

  • Some USB devices may be incompatible with your system.

  • Depending on the USB device’s type, capacity, or the format of files, USB recognition time may be longer.

  • Image and video playback are not supported.