The rear seat entertainment system is designed for the rear passengers to enjoy audio and DVD video.

1. Front audio system

2. Displays

3. Rear seat entertainment system controller

4. A/V input port

5. Headphone volume control dials and headphone jacks

The rear seat entertainment system can be used when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.

Displays

A display is installed in the back of each front seat. When audio−video equipment is connected to the A/V input port, rear passengers can enjoy different audio sources on each display. See “—Using the video mode” on page 284.

Rear seat entertainment system controller

Use the controller to operate both the left and right side displays. Some controller buttons are shared between the left and right side displays. When operating those buttons, first select the desired display using the select display switch.

To operate, aim the controller at the desired display.

1. Controller buttons for the left side display

2. Controller buttons for the right side display

3. Turns display off

4. Selects the display to be operated (for some controller buttons only)

Before using the controller (for new vehicle owners)

An insulating sheet is set to prevent the batteries from being discharged. Remove the insulating sheet before using the remote control.

Replacing the controller batteries Necessary item for replacing “3 AA batteries”.

1. Remove the cover.

2. Remove the depleted batteries and install the new ones.

If the batteries are discharged, the following symptoms may occur.

The rear seat entertainment system controller will not function properly.

The operational range is reduced.

When using 3 AA batteries

Batteries can be purchased at your Lexus dealer, electric appliance shop, or camera stores.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a Lexus dealer.

Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.

Headphone jacks

1. To use the headphones, connect them to the jack.

2. To adjust the volume

1. Push and release the lid.

2. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume. Turn the knob counterclockwise to decrease the volume.

Headphones

With some headphones generally available in the market, it may be difficult to catch signals properly. Lexus recommends the use of Lexus genuine wireless headphones.

Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details.

Volume

Adjust the volume when you connect the headphones to the jack. Loud sounds may have a significant impact on the human body.

Caution screen

This screen appears for a few seconds when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.

Changing the source

1. Turning on the audio source selection screen

2. Inputting the selected icon

3. Selecting an icon

Push “SOURCE” to display the audio source selection screen.

Select an audio source.

Changing the speaker output

To play the rear audio over the speakers in the vehicle, turn “Speaker Output” on.

CAUTION

While driving

Do not use headphones.

Doing so may cause an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

To prevent accidents and electric shock

Do not disassemble or modify the remote control.

When the remote control is not used

Stow the remote control. Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.

Conversational speech on some DVDs is recorded at a low volume to emphasize the impact of sound effects. If you adjust the volume assuming that the conversations represent the maximum volume level that the DVD will play, you may be startled by louder sound effects or when you change to a different audio source. The louder sounds may have a significant impact on the human body or pose a driving hazard. Keep this in mind when you adjust the volume.

Removed battery and other parts:

Keep away from children.

These parts are small and if swallowed by a child they can cause choking.

NOTICE

Cleaning the display

Wipe the display with a dry soft cloth.

If the screen is wiped with a rough cloth, the surface of the screen may be scratched.

To prevent damage to the remote control

Keep the remote control away from direct sunlight, temperature heat and high humidity.

Do not drop or knock the remote control against hard objects.

Do not sit on or place heavy objects on the remote control.

For normal operation after replacing the battery, observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:

Always work with dry hands.

Moisture may cause the battery to rust.

Do not touch or move any other components inside the remote control.

Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

INFORMATION

Rear seat entertainment system can be locked to prevent rear passengers from operating the entertainment system. (See “ Rear system lock” on page 332.)

• Using the radio
• Using the DVD changer
• Playing an audio CD/CD text
• Playing MP3/WMA discs
• Playing DVD video/audio
• Using the video mode
• Changing other settings