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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
Specification Windows Media Audio Version
7.0, 8.0, 9.0 (standard)
Sampling rate 22.05 kHz (MID)
44.1/48/32 kHz (HI)
Bit rate 32
― 192 kbps (Version 7.0, 8.0)
32 ― 320 kbps (Version 9.0)
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 rate 8/11.025/12 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 (.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
“.aac ”or “.m4a ”to the end of the file
name, and then write it to the memory.
q Operating Tips for iPod
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.
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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.
Connectable iPods are as follows:
liPod: 5GliPod classicliPod nano: 1/2/3/4/5/6GliPod touch*1
liPhone*1: 3G/3GS/4
*1 Only iPod functions
CAUTION
Ø Remove 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.
Ø If data in the iPod is lost while it is
connected to the unit, Mazda
cannot guarantee recovery of any
lost data.
Ø If 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.
Ø For the details on using the iPod,
refer to the iPod instruction
manual.
Ø When connecting the iPod to a
USB port, all commands are made
from the audio unit. iPod control is
not possible.
NOTE
The audio unit cannot display images or
videos stored in an iPod.
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Audio Set
Power/Volume/Sound Controls .............................................................................. page 6-22
Clock ...................................................................................................................... page 6-26
Operating the Radio ............................................................................................... page 6-28
Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player .............................................................. page 6-30
Operating the Auxiliary jack/USB port .................................................................. page 6-33
Error Indications ..................................................................................................... page 6-34
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qPower/Volume/Sound Controls
Display
Power/Volume/Audio control dialMenu button
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.
NOTE
To prevent the battery from being discharged,
do not leave the audio system on for a long
period of time when the engine is not running.
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.
Audio sound adjustment
1. Press the menu button (
)to
select the function.
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*1
*3 *1
*1*2
*1*2
*1 Depending on the mode selected, the
indication changes.
*2 RPT and RDM are displayed only during CD/USB/iPod playback.
*3 If your vehicle is not equipped with
rear speakers, adjust the power/
volume dial so the level is even. 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the
selected functions as follows:
Indication Turn Left Turn Right
Select mode*1
Select mode
Decrease
bass Increase
bass
Decreasetreble Increase
treble
Shift the
sound to the front Shift the
sound to the rear
Shift the
sound to the left Shift the
sound to the right
OFF ON
12Hr
(Flashing) 24Hr
(Flashing)
*1 Refer to Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player on page 6-30.
Refer to How to use USB mode on page 6-40.
Refer to How to use iPod mode on page 6-44.
NOTE
About 5 seconds after selecting any mode, the
volume function will be automatically selected.
To reset bass, treble, fade, and balance, press
the menu button (
) for 2 seconds. The
unit will beep and “CLEAR ”will be displayed.
Automatic Level Control (ALC)
The automatic level control (ALC) is a
feature that automatically adjusts audio
volume and sound quality according to
the vehicle speed.
The volume increases in accordance with
the increase in vehicle speed, and
decreases as vehicle speed decreases.
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Select the desired ALC mode.
ModeVolume change
No change
Minimum
Medium
Maximum
Turn the audio control dial to select ALC
OFF or ALC LEVEL1― 7 modes. The
selected mode will be indicated.
Setting RPT (CD/USB/iPod Repeat
Play)
Repeated playback of the track currently
being played can be set on or off during
playback of the CD/USB/iPod.
Refer to Operating the Compact Disc
(CD) Player on page 6-30.
Refer to How to use USB mode on page
6-40.
Refer to How to use iPod mode on page
6-44.
Setting RDM (CD/USB/iPod Random
Play)
Random playback of tracks on a CD/
USB/iPod can be set on or off during
playback of the CD/USB/iPod.
Refer to Operating the Compact Disc
(CD) Player on page 6-30.
Refer to How to use USB mode on page
6-40.
Refer to How to use iPod mode on page
6-44.
BEEP setting
The beep-sound when operating the audio
system can be set on or off.
Time adjustment
Rotating the audio control dial switches
the display between 12 and 24-hour clock
time (page 6-26).
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MEMO
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qClock
Display
Hour/Minute set switch
Audio control dial
Menu button
Clock button
Setting the time
The clock can be set at any time when the
ignition is switched to ACC or ON.
1. To adjust the time, press the clock
button (
) for about 2 seconds
until a beep is heard.
2. The currently set time and hour setting display flashes.
Time adjustment
To adjust the time, press the hour/
minute set switch (
,) while the
clock's current time is flashing.
The hours advance while the upper side
of the switch is pressed. The minutes
advance while the lower side of the
switch is pressed.
3. Press the clock button (
) again
to start the clock. NOTE
Switching between 12 and 24-hour clock time:
Press the menu button (
) several times
until 12 and 24-hour clock time are displayed.
Turn the audio control dial in either direction,
select the desired clock setting while the
preferred clock time is flashing.
Changing the display mode
The display on the unit can be changed by
pressing the clock button (
). This
alternates the display between clock mode
and normal mode. When the clock mode
has been selected, the time will be
displayed.
NOTE
The displays differ when using the audio in
clock mode and normal mode.
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