2008 MAZDA MODEL RX 8 buttons

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Cruise Control
With cruise control, you can set and
automatically maintain any speed of more
than about 30 km/h (19 mph).
WARNING
Do not use the cruise control under the
following conditions:Using the cruise control under the
following conditions is dangerous
and could result in loss of vehicle
control.
ØHilly terrain
Ø Steep inclines
Ø Heavy or unsteady traffic
Ø Slippery or winding roads
Ø Similar restrictions that require
inconsistent speed
qCruise Main Indicator Light
(Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator
Light (Green)
The indicator light has two colors.
Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber)
The indicator light illuminates amber
when the ON/OFF switch is pressed and
the cruise control system is activated.
Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green)
The indicator light illuminates green when
a cruising speed has been set.
qActivation/Deactivation
To activate the system, press the ON/OFF
switch.
The cruise main indicator light
illuminates.
To deactivate the system, press the switch
again.
The cruise main indicator light turns off.
WARNING
Keep the ON/OFF switch off when
cruise control is not in use:
Leaving the ON/OFF switch on when
not using the cruise control is
dangerous as you may hit one of the
other buttons and put the vehicle in
cruise control unexpectedly. This
could result in loss of vehicle control.
qTo Set Speed
1. Activate the cruise control system by
pressing the ON/OFF switch.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed, which must be more than 30 km/h (19 mph).
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The HomeLink system provides 3 buttons
which can be individually selected and
programmed using the transmitters for
current, on-market devices as follows:
1. Press and hold the two outerHomeLink buttons (buttons one and
three) ―releasing only when the
indicator light begins to flash (after 20
seconds). Do nothold the buttons for
longer than 30 seconds and do not
repeat step 1 to program a second and/
or third hand-held transmitter to the
remaining two HomeLink buttons.
2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 2.5 ―7.5 cm (1 ―3 inches)
away from the HomeLink button you
wish to program while keeping the
indicator light in view.
3. Simultaneously press and hold both the chosen HomeLink and hand-held
transmitter buttons. Do not release the
buttons until step 4 has been
completed.
NOTE
Some gate operators and garage door openers
may require you to replace this Programming
Step 3 with procedures noted in the “Gate
Operator/Canadian Programming ”section.
4. After the HomeLink indicator light
changes from a slow to a rapidly
blinking light, release both the
HomeLink and hand-held transmitter
buttons.
NOTE
If the HomeLink indicator light does not
change to a rapidly blinking light, contact
HomeLink at www.homelink.com or call1-
800-355-3515 for assistance.
5. Press and hold the just-trained
HomeLink button and observe the
indicator light.
If the indicator light stays on constantly,
programming is complete and your
device should activate when the
HomeLink button is pressed and released.
NOTE
To program the remaining two HomeLink
buttons, begin with “Programming ”― step 2.
Do not repeat step 1.
If the indicator light blinks rapidly for
two seconds and then turns to a
constant light, continue with
“ Programming ”steps 6 ―8to complete
the programming of a rolling code
equipped device (most commonly a
garage door opener).
6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate
the “learn ”or “smart ”button. This can
usually be found where the hanging
antenna wire is attached to the motor-
head unit.
7. Firmly press and release the “learn ”or
“ smart ”button. (The name and color of
the button may vary by manufacturer.)
NOTE
There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step
8.
8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press,
hold for two seconds and release the
programmed HomeLink button. Repeat
the “press/hold/release ”sequence a
second time, and, depending on the
brand of the garage door opener (or
other rolling code equipped device),
repeat this sequence a third time to
complete the programming process.
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HomeLink should now activate your
rolling code equipped device.
NOTE
To program the remaining two HomeLink
buttons, begin with“Programming ”― step 2.
Do not repeat step 1.
For questions or comments, please contact
HomeLink at www.homelink.com or1-
800-355-3515.
q Gate operator/Canadian
Programming
Canadian radio-frequency laws require
transmitter signals to “time-out ”(or quit)
after several seconds of transmission ―
which may not be long enough for
HomeLink to pick up the signal during
programming. Similar to this Canadian
law, some U.S. gate operators are
designed to “time-out ”in the same
manner.
If you live in Canada or you are having
difficulties programming a gate operator
by using the “Programming ”procedures
(regardless of where you live), replace
“ Programming HomeLink ”step 3 with
the following:
NOTE
If programming a garage door opener or gate
operator, it is advised to unplug the device
during the “cycling ”process to prevent
possible overheating.
Continue to press and hold the HomeLink
button while you press and release ―
every two seconds (“ cycle ”) your hand-
held transmitter until the frequency signal
has successfully been accepted by
HomeLink. (The indicator light will flash
slowly and then rapidly.)
Proceed with “Programming ”step 4 to
complete.
q Operating the HomeLink System
Press the programmed HomeLink button
to operate a programmed device. The
code will continue being transmitted for a
maximum of 20 seconds.
qReprogramming the HomeLink
system
To program a device to HomeLink using a
HomeLink button previously trained,
follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink
button. DO NOT release the button.
2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the
HomeLink button, proceed with
“Programming ”- step 2.
q Erasing Programmed HomeLink
Buttons
To erase the existing programming from
all three operating channels, press and
hold the two outside buttons (
,)
on the auto-dimming mirror until the
HomeLink indicator light begins to flash
after approximately 20 seconds.
Verify that the programming has been
erased when you resell the vehicle.
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qOperating the Radio
Seek tuning
buttonScan button
Manual tuning dial/Auto
memory button/Electric
serial number button Satellite button
Band selector button Channel preset buttons
Radio ON
Press a band selector button (
)to
turn the radio on.
Band selection
Successively pressing the band selector
button (
) switches the bands as
follows: FM1 →FM2 →AM.
The selected mode will be indicated. If
FM stereo is being received, “ST ”will be
displayed.
NOTE
If the FM broadcast signal becomes weak,
reception automatically changes from
STEREO to MONO for reduced noise, and the
“ ST ”indicator will go out.
Tuning
The radio has the following tuning
methods: Manual, Seek, Scan, Preset
channel, and Auto memory tuning. The
easiest way to tune stations is to set them
on preset channels.
NOTE
If the power supply is interrupted (fuse blows
or the battery is disconnected), the preset
channels will be canceled.
Manual tuning
Turning the manual tuning dial will
change the frequency higher or lower.
Seek tuning
Pressing the seek tuning button (
,)
will cause the tuner to seek a higher or
lower frequency automatically.
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qOperating the In-Dash CD Changerí
Disc up button
Fast-forward
button
Track up
button
Track down
button Load button
CD slot CD play buttonDisplay button
Repeat button Random buttonReverse button
Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Scan button
CD eject button
Channel preset buttons
Disc down button
Inserting the CD
The CD must be label-side up when
inserting. The auto-loading mechanism
will set the CD and begin play. There will
be a short lapse before play begins while
the player reads the digital signals on the
CD.
The disc number and the track number
will be displayed.
NOTE
A CD cannot be inserted while the display
reads “WAIT ”. A beeping sound can be heard
during this waiting time. Simultaneously
pressing the power/volume dial and the load
button (
) for about 2 seconds will turn
this beeping sound ON or OFF.
Normal insertion
1. Press the load button (
). 2. When
“IN ”is displayed, insert the CD.
Inserting CDs into desired tray number
1. Press and hold the load button (
)
for about 2 seconds until a beep sound
is heard.
2. Press the channel preset button for the desired tray number within 3 seconds
after the beep sound is heard.
3. When “IN ”is displayed, insert the CD.
NOTE
The CD cannot be inserted to the desired tray
number if the number is already occupied.
Multiple insertion
1. Press and hold the load button (
)
for about 2 seconds until a beep sound
is heard.
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Before Use
Navigation
Set Up
RDM-TMCIf
necessary
Rear View
Monitor
Contents
Preparation
nBefore Use
Accessories ........................................................................\
................ 2
Laser products: ........................................................................\
.......... 2
Contents ........................................................................\
..................... 4
Safety Information ........................................................................\
...... 6
Introduction ........................................................................\
................ 8
(Use This Product Safety), (Navigation System), (Screens),
(LCD (Liquid crystal display))
Names and Functions ...................................................................... 10
Immediate use
nGetting startedlActivation........................................................................\
............... 14(Removing the Map Disc), (Buttons on the screen)
l
Menu ........................................................................\
..................... 16lSet Clock ........................................................................\
............... 17lNavigation Set Up ........................................................................\
. 18(User Setting), (Quick POI Selection), (Language), (Map Configuration),
(Calibration), (Restore System Defaults)
l
Screen Names and Functions....................................................... 27(Screens Before Setting Route), (Screens During Route Guidance),
(Screen adjustments and settings)
l
Screen change ........................................................................\
...... 29(Changing the Map Orientation/Scale)
n
RoutinglDestination Entry and Route Search............................................. 30(Change (Change Search Area)), (Address), (Point of interest),
(Emergency), (Memory Point), (Home), (Preset Destination),
(Previous Destination), (Intersection), (Freeway On/Off Ramp),
(Coordinates), (Select from map)
l
Quick POI ........................................................................\
.............. 38(Displaying POI(s) on a Map), (Local Search), (Deleting POI Markers),
(Showing POI Data)
l
Character Entry ........................................................................\
..... 39(To enter the street name, city name, and other.),
(To enter the house phone number, and other.)
l
Direct Destination Input................................................................. 40(Direct Destination Input), (Selecting Route)
l
POI Icons on Maps / Delete Destination ....................................... 41(POI (Point of Interest) Icons), (Delete destination)
l
Route Options ........................................................................\
....... 42(Route Preferences), (Modification of Destination or Way Point Positions),
(Deletion of Destination or Way Points), (Detour), (Turn List),
(Display Preview), (Route Preview)
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Getting started
lThe Current Position screen appears.
Note
lYou can select the language by select and press . You can also change the
selected language using Language Selection. ( page 22)
l The CAUTION screen remains on the display unless you select and press .
When the ignition switch is in the ACC position and press (EJECT).
Select the buttons by using Joystick and press .
Colors for unavailable buttons will be pale.
3
Read CAUTION
carefully, and select
and press
.
Removing the Map Disc
Buttons on the screen
ENTER
Most functions are inhibited while the
vehicle is in motion.
Please read the handbook for operation
instructions.
Always obey traffic regulations.
Caution
ENTER
ENTER
Do not get your hand or fingers caught in
moving parts or in the disc slot. This can
cause injuries. Children are inquisitive, try
to install or remove the map disc without
infants looking on.
Caution
EJECT
ENTER
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RoutingAddress
Book
Getting started
Display Menu screen will be shown when you press (DISP) and hold.
Note
Display Menu screen will be disappeared when they have been unused during a few seconds.
nAdjusting the screen quality
l
Adjusts the screen brightness
Select "ADJ", and then "BRIGHT". The screen will brighten when scrolling to the right, or
darken when scrolling to the left.
l Adjusts the screen contrast
Select "ADJ", and then "CONTRAST". The screen will lighten when scrollin\
g to the right, or
deepen when scrolling to the left.
Note
lAdjust by scrolling the Joystick to the right and left.
l Restore the adjustment value to the default when selecting “RESET”, press .
nClearing the screen
Select “DISP OFF”, press and the screen will disappear.
The screen will appear again when pressing any buttons.
nDaytime screen/Night screen
When the headlights are on, daytime mode can also be selected (if extra screen certain
nighttime conditions). This selection can only be done when the headlig\
hts are on. Press
to switch between day and night modes.
l The screen can be returned to the daytime screen while the headlights or running lights are
on using
. (Mazda 3 only)
Screen adjustments and settings
VOICE
ENTER
ENTER
ENTER
DIM
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