2011 Lexus GS 450h Owners Manual - Page 208

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2-4. Using other driving systems

GS_HV_U (OM30C14U)

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Smear effect

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Flicker effect

When the camera is used under fluorescent lights, sodium lights, or mercury lights

etc., the lights and the illuminated areas may appear to flicker.

CAUTION

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When using the rear view monitor system

Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in death or

serious injuries.

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Never depend solely on the monitor system when reversing.

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Always check visually and with the mirrors to confirm your intended path is clear.

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Depicted distances between objects and flat surfaces differ from actual dis-

tances.

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Do not use the system if the trunk is open.

If a bright light (for example, sunlight

reflected off the vehicle body) is picked up by

the camera, a smear effect

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peculiar to the

camera may occur.

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:Smear effect—A phenomenon that occurs

when a bright light (for example, sunlight

reflected off the vehicle body) is picked up

by the camera; when transmitted by the

camera, the light source appears to have a

vertical streak above and below it.