2013 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 Owners Manual (in English)

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VBR
Abbreviation for Variable Bit Rate. While
CBR (Constant Bit Rate) is generally
used, VBR varies the bit rate for audio
compression according to compression
conditions and this allows for
compression with preference given to
sound quality.
qOperating Tips for WMA
WMA is short for Windows Media Audio
and is the audio compression format used
by Microsoft.
Audio data can be created and stored at a
higher compression ratio than MP3.
* Microsoft and Windows Media are
registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation U.S. in the United States
and other countries.
Playable WMA files are as follows:
Item Content
SpecificationVer 7.0, 8.0, 9.0
(standard)
Ver 10 (standard)
Sampling rate 32/44.1/48 kHz
Bit rate 32―320 kbps
CAUTION
This unit plays files with the (.wma)
file extension as a WMA file. Do not
use the WMA file extension for files
other than WMA files. Otherwise, it
could result in noise or a
malfunction.
lTrack, artist and album name
information is recorded as data termed
“WMA-Tag”, and this information is
displayable.
lWMA files written under specifications
other than the indicated specification
may not play normally or files or folder
names may not display correctly.
lThe file extension may not be provided
depending on the computer operating
system, version, software, or settings.
In this case, add the file extension
“.wma”to the end of the file name, and
then write it to the disc.
qOperating Tips for AAC
Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) is
standardized voice compression
established by the ISO
*1working group
(MPEG). Audio data can be created and
stored at a higher compression ratio than
MP3.
*1 International Organization for
Standardization
Playable AAC file specifications
This unit supports playback of AAC files
recorded in CD-R and CD-RW.
Playable AAC files are as follows:
Item Content
Specification MPEG-4 AAC
Sampling rate8/11.025/12 kHz
16/22.05/24 kHz
32/44.1/48 kHz
Bit rate 24―320 kbps
CAUTION
This unit plays files with the file
extension (.m4a) as an AAC file. Do
not use the AAC file extension for files
other than AAC files. Otherwise, it
could result in noise or a
malfunction.
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lSong, artist, and album name
information in the AAC file is recorded
as data termed
“iTunes, m4a, Meta-Data applicable”,
and this information is displayable.
lAAC files written under specifications
other than the indicated specification
may not play normally or files or folder
names may not display correctly.
lThe file extension may not be provided
depending on the computer operating
system, version, software, or settings.
In this case, add the file extension
“.m4a”to the end of the file name, then
write it to the disc.
qOperating Tips for USB memory
This unit supports playback of MP3/
WMA/AAC files recorded to USB
memory.
NOTE
lMusic data (MP3/WMA/AAC (.m4a)
format) stored in a USB mass-storage class
compliant device (such as USB flash
memory) can be played.
lPlayback may not be possible depending on
the type and condition of the USB flash
memory even if the audio file complies with
the standard above.
lA copyright protected WMA/AAC file
cannot be played in this unit.
lThe order of the music data stored in the
device may differ from the playback order.
lTo prevent loss or damage of stored data,
we recommend that you always back up
your data.
lIf a device exceeds the maximum electric
current value of 500 mA, it may not operate
or recharge when connected.
lDo not pull out the USB memory while in
the USB mode (only pull it out while in FM/
AM radio or CD mode).
lThe device will not operate if the data is
password protected.
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Playable MP3 file specifications
Playable MP3 files are as follows:
Item Content
SpecificationMPEG1 AUDIO LAYER
III
MPEG2 AUDIO LAYER
III
MPEG2.5
Sampling rate44.1/48/32 kHz
(MPEG1)
22.05/24/16 kHz
(MPEG2)
11.025/12/8 kHz
(MPEG2.5)
Bit rate32―320 kbps (MPEG1)
8―160 kbps (MPEG2)
8―160 kbps (MPEG2.5)
CAUTION
This unit plays files with the file
extension (mp3) as an MP3 file. Do
not use the MP3 file extension for
files other than MP3 files. Otherwise,
it could result in noise or a
malfunction.
lMP3 files written under specifications
other than the indicated specification
may not play normally or files or folder
names may not display correctly.
lThe file extension may not be provided
depending on the computer operating
system, version, software, or settings.
In this case, add the file extension
“.mp3”to the end of the file name, and
then write it to the memory.
Playable WMA file specification
Playable WMA files are as follows:
Item Content
SpecificationWindows Media Audio
Version 7.0, 8.0, 9.0
(standard)
Sampling rate8/11.025/12 kHz (LOW)
16/22.05 kHz (MID)
44.1/48/32 kHz (HI)
Bit rate 32―320 kbps
CAUTION
This unit plays files with the file
extension (wma) as a WMA file. Do
not use the WMA file extension for
files other than WMA files.
Otherwise, it could result in noise or
a malfunction.
lWMA files written under specifications
other than the indicated specification
may not play normally or files or folder
names may not display correctly.
lThe file extension may not be provided
depending on the computer operating
system, version, software, or settings.
In this case, add the file extension
“.wma”to the end of the file name, and
then write it to the memory.
Playable AAC file specification
Playable AAC files are as follows:
Item Content
Specification MPEG4 AAC-LC
Sampling rate8/11.025/12 kHz
16/22.05/24 kHz
32/44.1/48 kHz
Bit rate 16―320 kbps
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CAUTION
This unit plays files with the file
extension (.aac/.m4a) as an AAC file.
Do not use the AAC file extension for
files other than AAC files. Otherwise,
it could result in noise or a
malfunction.
lAAC files written under specifications
other than the indicated specification
may not play normally or files or folder
names may not display correctly.
lThe file extension may not be provided
depending on the computer operating
system, version, software, or settings.
In this case, add the file extension
“.mp4”or“.m4a”to the end of the file
name, and then write it to the memory.
qOperating Tips for iPod
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
This unit supports playback of music files
recorded to an iPod.
liPod is a trademark of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
liPod classic is a trademark of Apple
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
liPod nano is a trademark of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
liPod touch is a trademark of Apple
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
liPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
liPad is a trademark of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other
countries.Connectable iPods are as follows:
liPod: 5GliPod classicliPod nano: 1/2/3/4/5/6GliPod touch*1: 1/2/3/4GliPhone*1: iPhone/3G/3GS/4/4SliPad*1: 1st/2nd/3rd
*1 Only iPod function
CAUTION
ØRemove the iPod when it is not in
use. Because the iPod is not
designed to withstand excessive
changes in temperature inside the
cabin, it could be damaged or the
battery may deteriorate due to the
excessive temperature or humidity
inside the cabin if it is left in the
vehicle.
ØIf data in the iPod is lost while it is
connected to the unit, Mazda
cannot guarantee recovery of any
lost data.
ØIf the iPod battery is deteriorated,
the iPod may not recharge and
playback may not be possible
when it is connected to the unit.
Replace the iPod battery
immediately.
ØBe careful not to pinch the iPod
connecting cable when opening/
closing the glove compartment.
ØFor the details on using the iPod,
refer to the iPod instruction
manual.
ØWhen connecting the iPod to a
USB port, all commands are made
from the audio unit. Control on
the iPod side is impossible.
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NOTElThis unit cannot display the images and
video in an iPod.
lThe iPod functions on the iPod cannot be
operated while it is connected to the USB
port because the audio unit controls the
iPod functions.
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MEMO
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Audio Set
CAUTION
Do not press the panel strongly or press it with a sharp-pointed object. Otherwise,
the panel could be damaged.
Power/Volume/Display/Sound Controls ............................................................ page 6-32
Operating the Radio ........................................................................................... page 6-36
Operating the Satellite Radio ............................................................................. page 6-40
Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player .......................................................... page 6-48
How to use the Auxiliary jack/USB port ........................................................... page 6-51
Error Indication .................................................................................................. page 6-51
Setup .................................................................................................................. page 6-52
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qPower/Volume/Display/Sound Controls
Audio button Setup button
Audio control
dial
Phone button
Navigation
button
Power/Volume
dial
Power ON/OFF
Switch the ignition to ACC or ON.
Press the power/volume dial to turn the
audio system on. Press the power/volume
dial again to turn the audio system off.
Volume adjustment
To adjust the volume, turn the power/
volume dial.
Turn the power/volume dial to the right to
increase volume, to the left to decrease it.
Display setting
Press the setup button (
) to display
the display setting screen.
Touch the
on-screen tab to select
the item you would like to change.
Brightness adjustment
: Increase brightness
: Decrease brightnessContrast adjustment
: Higher contrast
: Lower contrast
Tint adjustment
*1
: Green tint enhancement color
: Red tint enhancement color
*1 Adjustment can be performed only
while in the rear view camera mode.
Color adjustment
*1
: To deepen a color
: To fade a color
*1 Adjustment can be performed only
while in the rear view camera mode.
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