The explanation of functions described in this manual may differ from the actual operation, and the shapes of screens and buttons and the letters and characters displayed may also differ from the actual appearance.
Additionally, depending on future software updates, the content may successively change without notice.
Audio Set (Type B) has three different human interfaces.
Commander switch
Touch panel
Voice recognition with steering switch and microphone
Refer to Voice Recognition (Search).
For safety reasons, some operations are disabled while the vehicle is being driven.
Volume dial operation
Press the volume dial to switch the audio MUTE on and off.
Turn the volume dial to adjust the volume. The volume increases by turning the dial clockwise, and decreases by turning it anticlockwise.
Switches around commander knob
The following operations can be done by pressing the switches around the commander knob.
: Displays the home screen.
: Displays the Entertainment screen.
: Displays the Navigation screen (Only navigation-equipped vehicles). For operation of the Navigation screen, refer to the navigation system manual. If the SD card for the navigation system is not inserted, the compass indicating the direction in which the vehicle is moving is displayed.
: Displays the Favourites screen. Long-press to store particular items in Favourites. (Radio, phonebook and destination of the navigation system can be programmed.)
: Returns to previous screen.
Commander knob operation
(Selection of icons on screen)
Tilt or turn the commander knob and move the cursor to the desired icon.
Press the commander knob and select the icon.
Long-press operation of the commander knob is also possible for some functions.
Do not press the screen strongly or press it with a sharp-pointed object. Otherwise, the screen could be damaged.
For safety reasons, operation of the centre display is disabled while the vehicle is being driven. However, items not displayed in grey can be operated using the commander switch while the vehicle is being driven.
Touch & Tap
Touch or tap on the item indicated on the screen.
The operation is launched and the next item is displayed.
Slide (USB audio only)
Touch the setting item displaying a slider bar.
Touch the slider with your finger and move to the desired level.
Swipe
Touch the screen with your finger and move up or down.
Items which were not displayed can be displayed.
Return to previous screen
Touch the .
Displaying the home screen
Touch the .
Turn the commander switch volume dial. The volume switch on the steering switch can also be pressed.
Aha™*1 is an application which can be used to enjoy various Internet content such as Internet radio and podcasts.
Stay connected to your friends activities by getting updates from Facebook and Twitter.
Using the location-based service, nearby services and destinations can be searched or real-time local information can be obtained.
For details on Aha™, refer to “http://www.aharadio.com/”.
Aha™, the Aha™ logo, and the Aha™ trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc., used with permission.
The service content provided by Aha™ varies depending on the country in which the user resides. In addition, the service is not available in some countries.
To operate Aha™ from your Bluetooth® device, perform the following in advance:
Install the Aha™ application to your device.
Create an Aha™ account for your device.
Log onto Aha™ using your device.
Select the preset station on your device.
Select the icon on the home screen to display the Entertainment screen. When
is selected, the following icons are displayed at the bottom of the centre display. The displayed icon differs depending on the selected station.
In addition, icons other than the following icons may be displayed.
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Function |
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Displays the Entertainment menu. Use to switch to a different audio source. |
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Displays the main menu. Use to switch to other stations. |
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Displays the content list. Use to switch to other desired content on the station. |
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Shout Records voice. Records voice and posts it as playable audio to Facebook and other social stations. |
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Like*1 Evaluates the current content as “Like”. |
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Dislike*1 Evaluates the current content as “Dislike”. |
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Reverses for 15 seconds. |
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Map (vehicles with navigation system) Displays the destination searched by the location based services on the navigation system. |
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Call A call can be made to the telephone number of a shop searched using the Location Based Services. Available when a device is connected as a Hands-Free. |
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Returns to the previous content. |
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Pauses playback of the content. When selected again, playback resumes. |
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Goes to the next content. |
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Fast-forwards for 30 seconds. |
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Displays sound settings to adjust audio quality level. Refer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls (Search). |
Some stations may use alternate variations of Like and Dislike, based on station type or provider.
Main menu
Select the icon.
Switch the tab and select the station category.
Tab |
Function |
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Presets |
Displays the preset station list set on the device. Select the preset station name to play the station content. |
Nearby |
Select the desired station. Guidance is provided to the searched destination near the vehicle's position. You can designate desired categories previously set using the filter setting on your device. |
The available Location Based Services may differ because the services depend on the content provided by Aha™.
Example of use (Location Based Services)
Select the desired station from the “Nearby” tab on the main menu.
The destination name or address playback starts in the order of the destination name list.
When the icon is selected, the currently displayed destination is displayed on the navigation system (vehicles with navigation system).
When the icon is selected, a phone call is placed to the currently displayed destination.
Select the icon to display the content list.
Selection of other destinations from the list can be made.
Some social stations, such as Facebook or Caraoke, support the ability to record and share voice messages using the “Shout” function.
Select the icon and start the countdown (3, 2, 1, 0). Recording starts when the countdown reaches zero.
Records voice.
Select and store/post the recording.
Recordable time varies depending on the station (Max. 30 seconds).
Recording stops automatically when the recordable time has elapsed. You can then post or delete the recording.
Stitcher™*1 radio is an application which can be used to listen to Internet radio or stream podcasts.
Recommended content is automatically selected by registering content which you put into your favourites, or by pressing the Like or Dislike button.
For details on Stitcher™ Radio, refer to “http://stitcher.com/”.
Stitcher™, the Stitcher™ logo, and the Stitcher™ trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Stitcher, Inc., used with permission.
To operate Stitcher™ Radio from your Bluetooth® device, perform the following in advance:
Install the Stitcher™ Radio application to your device.
Create a Stitcher™ Radio account for your device.
Log onto Stitcher™ Radio using your device.
Select the icon on the home screen to display the Entertainment screen. When
is selected, the following icons are indicated in the bottom part of the centre display.
Icon |
Function |
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Displays the Entertainment menu. Use to switch to a different audio source. |
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Displays the station list. Use to switch to other stations. |
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Dislike Evaluates the current programme as “Dislike”. |
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Like Evaluates the current programme as “Like”. |
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Adds the current station to your favourites or deletes the current station from your favourites. |
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Reverses for 30 seconds. |
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Plays the station. Select it again to pause playback. |
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Goes to the next station. |
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Displays sound settings to adjust audio quality level. Refer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls (Search). |
Station list
Select the icon to display the station list.
Favourites station name: Select to display the programme registered to your favourites.
Category name: A recommended category selected from your favourites by Stitcher™ is displayed.
Select it to display the category programme.
Select the programme name to play it.
Add to your favourites
If the current programme has not been registered to your favourites, it can be registered to your favourites.
Select the icon to display the favourites station which the registration can be added.
Select the station name which you want to register.
Select to add the programme to the selected favourites station.
Multiple favourites stations can be selected and registered.
Favourites stations registered by oneself as well those set by default are displayed.
Delete from your favourites
If the current programme has already been registered to your favourites, the programme can be deleted from your favourites.
Select the icon.
The programme is automatically deleted from the favourites station.