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Viewing can be restricted by setting the
parent lock level.
For example, if the level is set to 6, level 7
or higher viewing is locked and cannot be
played.
NOTE
lParent lock is not available depending on
the disc.
lThe initial password setting (when
purchased) is“0000”.
Rating change: Parent lock level setting
Country change: Setting for the country
where the disc is being played.
Password change: Registered password
changesChanging the Rating setting
1. Enter the password by pressing the
number keys (0 to 9) or operating the
select button up or down.
2. Press the ENTER button.
If the password is confirmed, the
Rating change mode is displayed.
NOTE
The setting cannot be changed without the
correct password. Note down the password so
you don't forget it.
3. Select the desired parent lock level and
press the ENTER button to set.
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Country change
NOTE
It is necessary to set the country code because
the parent lock level is different depending on
the country. When using the unit in U.S.A., set
the country code to“3018”. The parent lock
function is disabled without the country code
setting (page 6-116).
1. Enter the password by pressing the
number keys (0 to 9) or operating the
select button up or down.
2. Press the ENTER button.
If the password is confirmed, the
password change mode is displayed.
NOTE
The setting cannot be changed without the
correct password. Note down the password so
you don't forget it.
3. Enter the country code by pressing the
number keys (0 to 9) or operating the
select button up or down.
4. Press the ENTER button to set the
country of the entered country code.
Changing the password
1. Enter the password by pressing the
number keys (0 to 9) or operating the
select button up or down.
2. Press the ENTER button.
If the password is confirmed, the
password change mode is displayed.
NOTE
The setting cannot be changed without the
correct password. Note down the password so
you don't forget it.
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3. Enter the new password by pressing the
number keys (0 to 9) or operating the
select button up or down.
4. Press the ENTER button to set the new
password.
Mark
The DVD video playback status and angle
display on/off, and priority of the inserted
discs can be set.
On-Screen Mark
Select ON to display, OFF not to display
the DVD video playback status on the
upper right corner of the screen.
When the screen display is on, the
following marks are displayed on the
upper right corner of the screen (in Disc
mode).
Mark Condition
Playback
Stop (Resume standby)
Pause
Fast-forward
Reverse
Angle display
The camera mark display when multi-
angle can be performed.
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NOTElThe display angle change is not available
for discs other than multi-angle recorded
DVD discs. Refer to the instruction manual
accompanying the disc for details.
lThe screen size and angle can be changed
when On-Screen Mark and Angle Mark is
off.
Mode Priority
The priority of the inserted discs (CD-R/
CD-RW) can be selected.
Audio
Digital Output
Not used with this unit.
Audio DRC
The audio dynamic range can be adjusted
to reduce the difference between the
maximum and minimum audio output.
Audio compression of the DVD video
playback can be selected or deselected
during playback using the following
modes:
Mode Function
NONE Playback with normal volume
LINELower volume is increased to
reduce difference in volume range.
RFUse when it is still difficult to hear
sound while using LINE.
Sound quality is reduced while
using RF.
NOTE
Only sound output from the headphones is
available.
Auxiliary Input (AUX mode)
In AUX mode, AV equipment such as a
video game player or a video camera can
be used by connecting the image and
sound cables to the auxiliary terminals.
NOTE
lBefore operating, read the instruction
manual accompanying the AV equipment to
be used.
lTo listen to the Rear Entertainment System
sound from the vehicle speakers, change the
audio or navigation system sound to the
Rear Entertainment System sound.
Refer to Sound Output from Vehicle
Speakers on page 6-91.
To listen to audio other than from the
speakers of the rear entertainment system, it
is necessary to use the wireless headphones
that are included. For headphone
specification, refer to
“Operation Tips for Headphones”(page
6-81).
lThe cooling fan for this unit may activate if
the temperature of the unit is high, however,
this does not indicate a malfunction.
qAuxiliary Terminals and Power
Outlet
The auxiliary terminals and power outlet
are positioned as shown in the figure.
Power outlet
(AC115V)
Auxiliary
terminals
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Error Message
qMessage
Disc mode error message
Use of Non-supported Disc
An error message is displayed if a non-
supported DVD-ROM disc, a non-
supported disc format or a disc (PAL,
other) with a different image signal
encoding is read.
If the disc content cannot be read:
An error message is displayed if the disc
cannot be read due to scratches or the
content cannot be read.
Incorrect region code
An error message is displayed if a disc
other than one with region code 1 or
including region 1 is inserted.
High temperature malfunction
If the temperature surrounding the DVD
player area exceeds 88°C (190°F), the
DVD player operation is stopped to
protect the unit. When the temperature
decreases to 70°C (158°F) or less, the
protective circuit function is cleared and
the operation is restored.
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System errors (Common to each mode)
Power malfunction
An error message is displayed if the
power supply to the rear entertainment
system drops (About 9.5 V or less), and
the power is turned off.
The power is restored when the power
supply to the rear entertainment system is
10 V or more.
High temperature malfunction
If the temperature around the LCD area
exceeds 95°C (203°F), the power supply
is turned off to protect the LCD.
When the temperature around the LCD
area is 85°C (185°F) or less, the
protective circuit function is cleared and
the operation is restored.
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Symptoms and Actions
If any malfunction is suspected, verify the following before requesting a repair.
If the problem cannot be solved after performing the procedure, have the system inspected
at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Some functions are not available depending on the disc. Read the instruction manual
attached to the disc before operating.
Symptom Cause Action
System
cannot be
turned onThe ignition is switched off. Switch the ignition to ACC or ON.
The remote controller batteries are
weak.Replace the batteries with new ones.
Refer to Remote Controller on page 6-89.
Remote controller batteries poles are
pointed in the wrong direction.Install the batteries in the correct direction.
Refer to Remote Controller on page 6-89.
The vehicle battery is weak. Recharge or replace the vehicle battery.
The cabin temperature
(Rear Entertainment System unit tem-
perature) is high.Retry after the temperature has lowered.
Image
cannot be
displayedThe ignition is switched off. Switch the ignition to ACC or ON.
No disc is inserted. Insert a disc.
An invalid disc is inserted.Insert a disc which can be played by this unit.
Refer to Operating Tips for Disc on page 6-74.
The wrong mode has been selected.Select the correct mode by pressing the SOURCE button.
Refer to Mode on page 6-95.
Disc cannot
be playedNo disc is inserted. Insert a disc.
Disc is inserted upside down. Insert the disc with the label-side up.
Parent lock level is set. Clear or change the parent lock level.
Sound
cannot be
outputThe ignition is switched off. Switch the ignition to ACC or ON.
Volume is too low. Adjust the volume.
The audio unit/navigation system is not
set in the Rear Entertainment System
mode.Set the audio unit/navigation system in the Rear
Entertainment System mode.
Refer to Sound Output on page 6-91.
An invalid disc has been inserted.Insert a disc which can be played by this unit.
Refer to Operating Tips for Disc on page 6-74.
No disc is inserted. Insert a disc.
Disc is inserted upside down. Insert the disc with the label-side up.
Playback has been paused. Cancel the pause.
The playback is in slow, fast-forward, or
reverse mode.Select normal playback.
Refer to Basic Operation on page 6-96.
Audio
output from
vehicle
speakers but
not from
headphonesDTS format language is selected and
played back.
(The wireless headphones cannot play-
back DTS format language)Select audio other than DTS format.
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Symptom Cause Action
Image
and/or sound
is distorted.The disc is dirty. Clean the signal surface of the disc.
The disc has a scratch. Replace the disc with another one.
Dew condensation on the disc Clear the dew condensation.
There are
subtle spots
or
luminescent
spots on the
screen.The LCD is high tech equipment with a
99.99% effective sensor resolution.
However, please be aware that 0.01%
pixel failure or pixel continuous
illuminated pixels may exist.―
Subtitles
cannot be
changedOther languages are not recorded on the
disc.Check the available language in the instruction manual
accompanying the disc.
Display
angle cannot
be changedMultiple angles are not recorded on the
disc.Check the available angle in the instruction manual
accompanying the disc.
Remote
controller is
inoperableThe remote controller is not pointed
toward the receiver on the unit.Point the remote controller toward the receiver on the unit.
The receiver is near the disc slot.
There is an obstruction between the
remote controller and the unit.Operate the remote controller avoiding the obstruction so
that the signal reaches the receiver on the unit. The
receiver is near the disc slot.
The remote controller batteries are
weak.Replace the batteries with new ones.
Refer to Remote Controller on page 6-89.
Remote controller batteries poles are
pointed in the wrong direction.Install the batteries in the correct direction.
Refer to Remote Controller on page 6-89.
No audio
output from
the
headphones.No power to the headphones. Turn on the power to the headphones.
The headphones' optical receiver is not
pointed towards the main unit's
transmitter.Point the headphones' optical receiver towards the main
unit's transmitter. The main unit's transmitter is located
near the disc insertion area.
There is an obstruction between the
headphones and the main unit.Avoid the obstruction.
The headphones' batteries are depleted. Replace the batteries with new ones.
The headphones' batteries have not been
correctly inserted in the
/directions.Insert the batteries correctly.
The headphones are exposed to direct
sunlight.Use the headphones while avoiding direct sunlight.
Power turns off automatically.If there is no sound for 3 minutes or longer, or if the
headphones are continuously used for 4 hours, there is a
function which automatically turns the power off. Turn the
power to headphones back on.
The
headphones'
optical
reception
range is too
narrow.The headphones' batteries are weak. Replace the batteries with new ones.
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