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6Interior Comfort
Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio
system.
Climate Control System ............................................................... 6-2Operating Tips ........................................................................... 6-2
Vent Operation .......................................................................... 6-3
Control Panel
í......................................................................... 6-5
Audio System ................................................................................. 6-9 Antenna ..................................................................................... 6-9
Operating Tips for Audio System ........................................... 6-10
Audio Set ................................................................................ 6-21
Audio Control Switch Operation
í......................................... 6-35
AUX/USB/iPod Mode ............................................................ 6-37
Safety Certification ................................................................. 6-47
Interior Equipment ..................................................................... 6-48 Sunvisors ................................................................................. 6-48
Interior Lights ......................................................................... 6-48
Cup Holder .............................................................................. 6-49
Bottle Holder ........................................................................... 6-50
Storage Compartments ............................................................ 6-51
Accessory Socket .................................................................... 6-52
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Playable AAC file specifications
This unit supports playback of AAC files
recorded in CD-R and CD-RW.
Playable AAC files are as follows:
ItemContent
Specification MPEG-4 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.
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
“ .aac/.m4a ”to the end of the file name,
then write it to the disc.
q Operating Tips for USB device
This unit supports playback of MP3/
WMA/AAC files recorded to USB device.
NOTE
lMusic data (MP3/WMA/AAC (.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 device 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.
Playable MP3 file specifications
Playable MP3 files are as follows:
Item Content
Specification MPEG1 AUDIO LAYER III
MPEG2 AUDIO LAYER III
MPEG2.5
Sampling rate 44.1/48/32 kHz (MPEG1)
22.05/24/16 kHz (MPEG2)
11.025/12/8 kHz (MPEG2.5)
Bit rate 32
―320 kbps (MPEG1)
32 ―160 kbps (MPEG2)
32 ―160 kbps (MPEG2.5)
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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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*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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NOTE
The number of characters which can be
displayed is restricted.
Message display
If there is a CD-related problem,
“CHECK CD ”is displayed repeatedly.
Turn the audio unit on again, check the
CD for damage, soiling or whether the
CD has been inserted upside down, and
then properly reinsert it. If the message
reappears, have the unit inspected by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
q Operating the Auxiliary jack/
USB port
Audio can be heard from the vehicle's
speakers by connecting a commercially-
available portable audio unit to the
auxiliary jack.
Use a commercially-available, non-
impedance (3.5
) stereo mini plug cable.
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for
details.
In addition, audio can be played from the
vehicle's audio unit by connecting USB
device or an iPod to the USB port.
Refer to AUX/USB/iPod Mode on page
6-37.
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Audio Control Switch
Operation
í
When the audio unit is turned on,
operation of the audio unit from the
steering wheel is possible.
NOTE
Because the audio unit will be turned off under
the following conditions, the switches will be
inoperable.
lWhen the ignition is switched off.lWhen the power button on the audio unit is
pressed and the audio unit is turned off.
lWhen the CD being played is ejected and
the audio unit is turned off.
qAdjusting the Volume
To increase the volume, press up the
volume switch.
To decrease the volume, press down the
volume switch.
qChanging the Source
Press the mode switch () to change
the audio source (FM1 radio →FM2
radio →AM radio →CD player →AUX
→ USB/iPod →cyclical).
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