AUDIO AND VISUAL SYSTEM


  1. OUTLINE


    1. Audio System


      1. The following audio systems are available:

        Audio System Audio Head Unit Speaker
        19-speaker Surround Sound System Multi-Media Module Receiver Assembly 19 Speakers
        Navigation System

    2. Audio Head Unit


      1. In consideration of keeping a sense of unity with the instrument panel, a uniquely sized audio head unit is provided.

      2. A Thin Film Transistor Liquid Crystal Display (TFT LCD) is used for the multi-display assembly of the 19-speaker surround sound system and navigation system, enabling operation of the audio screen, Bluetooth hands-free screen, vehicle information screen, etc., using the remote touch.

      3. The audio source can be switched on the audio source selection screen. The arrangement of the audio sources displayed on the audio source screen can be changed according to the frequency of use.

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        *1 Audio Source Selection Screen
        *2 The illustration shown is an example only. The illustration may differ from the actual vehicle screen.

      4. Discs containing MPEG audio layer-3 (MP3) files, Windows Media Audio (WMA) files and Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) files can be played.

      5. Discs with the marks shown below can be played.

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        *A Models with a Destination Package for Thailand, Malaysia or the Philippines - -

    3. Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) (Models for Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB))


      1. Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) reception is available. This mostly prevents broadcast interference, achieving clear reception with high quality sound.

      2. The time shift operation function can be used to playback programs at a later time.

        Tech Tips

        The amount of playback possible depends on the bit rate of the DAB station to be recorded, the amount of DAB unit memory, and the time at which reception of the broadcast began.

    4. Sound Library (Models for China)


      1. A sound library function that can compress music sound data using Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) compression technology and record the data to the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) is provided.

      2. A Hard Disk Drive (HDD) is used in the multi-media module receiver assembly. The HDD is available separately, enhancing serviceability. For details, refer to the Repair Manual.

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        *1 HDD *2 Multi-media Module Receiver Assembly

    5. USB/AUX Port


      1. 2 USB ports are provided so that up to 2 of the following items can be used at once: USB memory stick, portable audio player (USB type), iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano or iPod touch.*


        • *: When 2 iPods are connected, only the iPod connected first is recognized.

      2. The USB audio system enables playback of video data and the display of photo data stored on a USB memory device.*


        • *: Model compatible with playback of video or photo data stored in a USB device

      3. Videos stored on a video capable device, such as an iPod or VTR, can be displayed on the multi-display assembly by connecting the video capable device to the AUX port using a dedicated 4-pole AUX cable.


        • *: Except destination package for Macau and Hong Kong

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        *a The illustration shown is an example only. - -

        Tech Tips


        • Even if 3 or more USB devices are connected using a USB hub, only the first 2 connected USB devices will be recognized.

        • In order to display video from an iPod, it is necessary to connect the iPod to the USB and AUX ports using a dedicated iPod video cable and dedicated 4-pole AUX cable and select "video sound input cable" from the "iPod Settings" screen.

        • Depending on the specifications of the 4-pole AUX cable used for connecting a video capable device such as an iPod or VTR, the video function may not operate correctly. Use a dedicated 4-pole AUX cable when using the video function. (Models with navigation system)

        • iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

        • The following iPod, iPod nano, iPod classic, iPod touch and iPhone devices can be used with this system.


          • Made for

          • iPod touch (5th generation)

          • iPod touch (4th generation)

          • iPod touch (3rd generation)

          • iPod touch (2nd generation)

          • iPod touch (1st generation)

          • iPod classic

          • iPod with video

          • iPod nano (7th generation)

          • iPod nano (6th generation)

          • iPod nano (5th generation)

          • iPod nano (4th generation)

          • iPod nano (3rd generation)

          • iPod nano (2nd generation)

          • iPod nano (1st generation)

          • iPhone 5

          • iPhone 4S

          • iPhone 4

          • iPhone 3GS

          • iPhone 3G

          • iPhone

      4. Depending on differences between models, software versions, etc., some models may be incompatible with this system.

      5. USB memory devices that meet the following specifications are supported:

        USB Communication Speed

        • USB 2.0, Full Speed (12 Mbps)

        • USB 2.0, High Speed (480 Mbps)
        File System FAT 16/32 (Windows)
        Device Class Mass Storage Class
        File Format MP3, WMA, AAC (MP4, AVI, WMV)

      6. Photo data that meets the following specifications is supported:

        File Format JPEG
        Compatible Image Size Maximum 10 MB
        Compatible Pixel Size Maximum 10,000,000 pixels

    6. Bluetooth Audio System


      1. The Bluetooth audio system enables users to enjoy music played on a portable player from the vehicle speakers via wireless communication.

      2. The Bluetooth specifications and profiles required for operation are as follows:

        Specification/Profile Version
        Bluetooth Specification Version 2.0 or higher Required
        Version 3.0 + EDR Recommended
        Profile Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) Version 1.0 or higher Required
        Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) Version 1.3 or higher Recommended
        Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Version 1.1 or higher Required
        Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Version 1.5 or higher Recommended

    7. Bluetooth Hands-free System


      1. The Bluetooth hands-free system allows the user to make or receive a call without taking their hands off the steering wheel when the system is linked with a Bluetooth-compatible cellular phone.

      2. The Bluetooth specifications and profiles required for operation are as follows:

        Specification/Profile Version
        Bluetooth Specification Version 2.0 or higher Required
        Version 3.0 + EDR Recommended
        Profile Hands Free Profile (HFP) Version 1.0 or higher Required
        Hands Free Profile (HFP) Version 1.6 or higher Recommended
        Object Push Profile (OPP) Version 1.2 or higher Required
        Phone Book Access Profile (PBAP) Version 1.1 or higher Recommended
        Message Access Profile (MAP) Version 1.0 or higher*1 Recommended
        Serial Port Profile (SPP) Version 1.2 or higher*2*4 Recommended
        Dial-up Networking Profile (DUN) Version 1.2 or higher*4*5 Recommended
        Personal Area Network (PAN) Version 1.0 or higher*6 Required

        Tech Tips

        *1: Models for Europe, or models with a destination package for Australia

        *2: Models with a destination package for Australia

        *3: Models for China, or models with a destination package for Macau or Hong Kong

        *4: Models for China and Europe

        *5: Models with a destination package for Macau or Hong Kong

        *6: Models for Europe


        • The operation of the interrupt call function of the Bluetooth hands-free system may vary depending on the Bluetooth phone or the telephone company that is used.

          A000MQQ "Bluetooth" is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

        • Some profiles described above may not be supported by the system depending on the audio head unit equipped.

        • If the specification of the connected Bluetooth phone is lower than the recommendation or does not support the functions required, the available functions may be limited.

        • Registration and connection of a Bluetooth phone is not available when only Object Push Profile (OPP), Phone Book Access Profile (PBAP) and MAP (Message Access Profile) are supported.

      3. When a Bluetooth phone is connected to the audio head unit, e-mails and Short Message Service (SMS) messages received on the phone can be displayed or read out. In addition, it is possible to reply to the received e-mail and send Short Message Service (SMS) messages. (Messages may not be displayed depending on the message service or profile that the connected Bluetooth phone supports.)

    8. Status Display


      1. The user can confirm the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection statuses, signal strength and remaining battery level of their Bluetooth-connected cellular phone by using the status bar displayed on the screen. The status bar is displayed in any mode.

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        *a The illustrations shown are examples only. The illustrations may differ from the actual vehicle screens.
        Item Outline
        (1) G-BOOK network communication device*1 Displays the communication device communicating with the G-BOOK network.
        (2) Telematics transceiver (data communication module) signal strength*1 Displays the signal strength of the telematics transceiver (data communication module).
        (3) Wi-Fi connection status*2*3 Displays the Wi-Fi connection status between the audio head unit and a tethering-compatible cellular phone or mobile Wi-Fi router.
        (4) Bluetooth connection status Displays the Bluetooth connection status between the audio head unit and cellular phone.
        (5) Cellular phone signal strength*4 Displays the signal strength of the cellular phone connected by Bluetooth.
        (6) Cellular phone battery level*4 Displays the battery level of the cellular phone connected by Bluetooth.

        Tech Tips

        *1: Models for China with telematics transceiver connection type telematics system

        *2: Models for China with cellular phone connection type telematics system

        *3: Models for Europe

        *4: May not be displayed depending on the Bluetooth specifications and profiles of the cellular phone.

    9. High Definition (HD) Voice Support for Phone Calls


      1. HD Voice achieves higher quality than previous cellular and landline phones to make more natural voice calling possible. This is achieved by having next-generation phone call quality and using devices and lines that support HD Voice.

      2. HD Voice can be used with cellular phones which support Hands-Free Profile (HFP) ver. 1.6.

    10. Voice Recognition Search System (Models for Europe with a Navigation System)


      1. Due to the Grapheme to Phoneme (G2P) function of converting sounds into text, songs on an iPod, iPod nano, iPod classic, iPod touch or iPhone device can be searched for by saying an artist name, album name, title or playlist name. Additionally, the use of the Gracenote MediaVOCS database improves the speech recognition ratio of the Grapheme to Phoneme (G2P) function.

        Tech Tips


        • Music recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote.

        • Gracenote is the industry standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery. For more information, please visit www.gracenote.com.

          A000MLR Gracenote, CDDB, MusicID, Playlist Plus, MediaVOCS, the Gracenote logo and logotype, and the "powered by Gracenote" logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Gracenote, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

        • One or more patents owned by Gracenote apply to this product and service.

        • See the Gracenote website for a non-exhaustive list of applicable Gracenote patents.

    11. Class D Amplifier


      1. A class D amplifier, which realizes both high quality sound and low power consumption by digitizing the sound signal sent from the source to speakers, has been adopted on the 19-speaker system.

      2. The class D amplifier exhibits extremely high amplification efficiency with high output and low power consumption. Additionally, as the amplifier generates little heat, it is possible to provide a smaller heatsink, allowing the amplifier to made compact and lightweight.

    12. Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)


      1. The Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL) function automatically adjusts the audio system volume level in order to compensate for increased vehicle noise (which tends to increase as vehicle speed increases).

      2. Vehicle speed signals are received from the combination meter assembly and used for ASL control.

    13. Steering Pad Switch


      1. Switches that the driver often uses are provided on the steering wheel for convenience.

  2. SPECIFICATION


    1. Audio Head Unit


      1. Models for Europe (Including All Destination Packages)

        Design Specification
        A000MN8

          19-speaker Surround Sound System:

        • AM/FM Tuner

        • Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) Tuner (Models with Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) Tuner)

        • Radio Data System Traffic Message Channel (RDS-TMC) Tuner

        • Transport Protocol Experts Group (TPEG) Tuner

        • Digital Sound Processor (DSP)

        • Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)

        • CD/DVD Player: Compatible with MP3, Windows Media Audio (WMA) and Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) Files

        • CD-TEXT Display Function

        • Bluetooth Audio

        • Bluetooth Hands-free System

        • Portable Audio Player (USB Type) Interface

        • iPod/iPhone Interface

        • USB Memory Device Interface

        • Stereo Jack Adapter (4-pole AUX Cable Supported)

        • 19-speaker System

        • Unit: Pioneer

        • Stereo Amplifier: Mark Levinson
        A000ME3

          19-speaker Surround Sound System:

        • AM/FM Tuner

        • Transport Protocol Experts Group (TPEG) Tuner

        • Digital Sound Processor (DSP)

        • Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)

        • CD/DVD Player: Compatible with MP3, Windows Media Audio (WMA) and Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) Files

        • CD-TEXT Display Function

        • Bluetooth Audio

        • Bluetooth Hands-free System

        • Portable Audio Player (USB Type) Interface

        • iPod/iPhone Interface

        • USB Memory Device Interface

        • Stereo Jack Adapter (4-pole AUX Cable Supported)

        • 19-speaker System

        • Unit: Pioneer

        • Stereo Amplifier: Mark Levinson
        A000M6Z

          Navigation System:

        • AM/FM Tuner

        • Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) Tuner (Models with Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) Tuner)

        • Radio Data System Traffic Message Channel (RDS-TMC) Tuner

        • Transport Protocol Experts Group (TPEG) Tuner

        • Digital Sound Processor (DSP)

        • Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)

        • CD/DVD Player: Compatible with MP3, Windows Media Audio (WMA) and Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) Files

        • CD-TEXT Display Function

        • Bluetooth Audio

        • Bluetooth Hands-free System

        • Portable Audio Player (USB Type) Interface

        • iPod/iPhone Interface

        • USB Memory Device Interface

        • Stereo Jack Adapter (4-pole AUX Cable Supported)

        • 19-speaker System

        • Unit: Pioneer

        • microSD Card (Disc Player Disc): AISIN AW

        • Stereo Amplifier: Mark Levinson
        A000M4H

          Navigation System:

        • AM/FM Tuner

        • Transport Protocol Experts Group (TPEG) Tuner

        • Digital Sound Processor (DSP)

        • Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)

        • CD/DVD Player: Compatible with MP3, Windows Media Audio (WMA) and Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) Files

        • CD-TEXT Display Function

        • Bluetooth Audio

        • Bluetooth Hands-free System

        • Portable Audio Player (USB Type) Interface

        • iPod/iPhone Interface

        • USB Memory Device Interface

        • Stereo Jack Adapter (4-pole AUX Cable Supported)

        • 19-speaker System

        • Unit: Pioneer

        • microSD Card (Disc Player Disc): AISIN AW

        • Stereo Amplifier: Mark Levinson
        A000M9E

          Navigation System:

        • AM/FM Tuner

        • Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) Tuner (Models with Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) Tuner)

        • Transport Protocol Experts Group (TPEG) Tuner

        • Digital Sound Processor (DSP)

        • Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)

        • CD/DVD Player: Compatible with MP3, Windows Media Audio (WMA) and Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) Files

        • CD-TEXT Display Function

        • Bluetooth Audio

        • Bluetooth Hands-free System

        • Portable Audio Player (USB Type) Interface

        • iPod/iPhone Interface

        • USB Memory Device Interface

        • Stereo Jack Adapter (4-pole AUX Cable Supported)

        • 19-speaker System

        • Unit: Pioneer

        • microSD Card (Disc Player Disc): DENSO

        • Stereo Amplifier: Mark Levinson

        Tech Tips

        The audio head units above are shown as examples.

      2. Models for China

        Design Specification
        A000M8N

          Navigation System:

        • AM/FM Tuner

        • Real-time Traffic Information of China (RTIC)

        • Digital Sound Processor (DSP)

        • Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)

        • CD/DVD Player: Compatible with MP3, Windows Media Audio (WMA) and Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) Files

        • CD-TEXT Display Function

        • HDD Audio (Sound Library)

        • Bluetooth Audio

        • Bluetooth Hands-free System

        • Portable Audio Player (USB Type) Interface

        • iPod/iPhone Interface

        • USB Memory Device Interface

        • Stereo Jack Adapter (4-pole AUX Cable Supported)

        • 19-speaker System

        • Unit: Pioneer

        • microSD Card (Disc Player Disc): DENSO

        • Stereo Amplifier: Mark Levinson

      3. Models for G.C.C. Countries (Including All Destination Packages)

        Design Specification
        A000MBO

          Navigation System:

        • AM/FM Tuner

        • Radio Data System Traffic Message Channel (RDS-TMC) Tuner

        • Digital Sound Processor (DSP)

        • Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)

        • CD/DVD Player: Compatible with MP3, Windows Media Audio (WMA) and Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) Files

        • CD-TEXT Display Function

        • Bluetooth Audio

        • Bluetooth Hands-free System

        • Portable Audio Player (USB Type) Interface

        • iPod/iPhone Interface

        • USB Memory Device Interface

        • Stereo Jack Adapter (4-pole AUX Cable Supported)

        • 19-speaker System

        • Unit: Pioneer

        • microSD Card (Disc Player Disc): AISIN AW

        • Stereo Amplifier: Mark Levinson

    2. 19-speaker System

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      Location Speaker Type Caliber Impedance Input Range
      *1 Front No. 3 Speaker Assembly (Tweeter and Mid-range) 25 mm and 100 mm (1.0 in. and 3.9 in.) 6 Ω 20 W
      *2 Front No. 2 Speaker Assembly x 2 (Tweeter and Mid-range) 25 mm and 100 mm (1.0 in. and 3.9 in.) 6 Ω 20 W
      *3 Front No. 1 Speaker Assembly x 2 (Woofer) 150 mm x 230 mm (6.0 in. x 9.0 in.) 12 Ω 80 W
      *4 Rear No. 3 Speaker Assembly x 2 (Tweeter) 25 mm (1.0 in.) - 20 W
      *5 Rear No. 2 Speaker Assembly x 2 (Woofer) 160 mm (6.3 in.) 6 Ω 25 W
      *6 Rear Speaker Assembly x 2 (Squawker) 100 mm (3.9 in.) 6 Ω 30 W
      *7 Rear Header Speaker Assembly x 2 (Tweeter and Mid-range) 25 mm and 100 mm (1.0 in. and 3.9 in.) 6 Ω 20 W
      *8 Stereo Component Speaker Assembly (Sub-woofer) 250 mm (9.8 in.) 12.5 Ω 120 W

  3. MAIN FEATURES


    1. Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system


      1. A 9-inch television monitor is used for the Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system.

      2. In the Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system, images and sounds, which are input from the multi-media module receiver assembly or video (video adapter) terminal, can be operated by the remote controller.

      3. The 9-inch television monitor can be opened, closed or tilted by using the television switch and volume assembly.*


        • *: For 4-passenger models

      4. A Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system with a DVD/Blu-ray player is used.

      5. The DVD/Blu-ray player is located in the rear portion of the center console or inside the rear console.

      6. Video data stored on a USB memory device can be played.

      7. The system supports playback of video and audio data stored on a USB memory device or SD card.

      8. An HDMI terminal is provided to allow input from HDMI-compatible devices.

        Tech Tips

        A000MDU HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) and the HDMI mark are a trademark owned by HDMI Licensing LLC, registered in the U.S. and other countries, a non-profit industry association.

        • With a compatible portable device connected using an HDMI cable, video files can be played on the television display assembly.

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        *A 5-passenger Models *B 4-passenger Models
        *1 Remote Controller (Television Switch and Volume Assembly) *2 Television Display Assembly
        *3 Disc Player Assembly *4 Video (Video Adapter) Terminal
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        *A 5-passenger Models *B 4-passenger Models
        *1 Video (Video Adapter) Terminal - -
        *a Lid Closed *b Lid Open
        *c HDMI Terminal *d AUX (Audio Video) Terminal