2014 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 audio

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Playable DVDRecording method and disc
size Applicable digital sound
DVD video
lRegion code must include
“ 1 ” or “ALL ”.
lNTSC
(National Television Sys-
tem Committee) recorded
type.
l8 cm (3 in) or 12 cm
(5 in) size
lDolby digital
lLinear PCM
DVD videos bearing the following logo can be
played.
DVD audio
8 cm (3 in) or 12 cm (5 in)
size
lLinear PCMlPacked PCM
DVD audio bearing the following logo can be
played.
DVD-R and DVD-RW
8 cm (3 in) or 12 cm (5 in)
size ―
DVD-Rs and DVD-RWs bearing each of the
following logos can be played.
Video CD, audio CD, CD-R, and CD-RW
lPlayback control function
supported.
l8 cm (3 in) or 12 cm
(5 in) size
lMP3 recorded type.
―
Video CDs, audio CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs
bearing each of the following logos can be played.
*1: Stereo playback is produced.
Regarding digital sound
Dolby digital
Digital sound compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc.
*Sound recorded using the dts method cannot be played.
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Playable DISC specification
CD-R and CD-RW including MP3/WMA files can be played with this unit. Discs which
conform to the following formats can be played.
NameStandard Explanation
CD-R, CD-RW format ISO9660
Level 1
Level 2
ISO9660 extension Joliet
Romeo
Multi-session Supported
Maximum hierarchy
number 8 hierarchies (Including root)
Maximum folder
number 256 folders
Maximum file number 512 files (Total capacity included in a disc.) Files other than MP3 or WMA are not
included.)
Operating tips for MP3
NOTE
Supply of this product only conveys a license for private, non-commercial use and does not convey a
license nor imply any right to use this product in any commercial (i.e. revenue-generating) real time
broadcasting (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or any other media), broadcasting/streaming via the
Internet, intranets and/or other networks or in other electronic content distribution systems, such as
pay-audio or audio-on-demand applications. An independent license for such use is required. For
details, please visit http://www.mp3licensing.com.
Playable MP3 file specification
Playable MP3 files are as follows:
Item Content
Specification MPEG1 AUDIO LAYER3
MPEG2.5 AUDIO LAYER3
MPEG2 AUDIO LAYER3
Sampling frequency MPEG1 32, 44.1, 48kHz
MPEG2 16, 22.05, 24kHz
Bit rate MPEG1
32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 160, 192, 224, 256, 320
kbps
MPEG2, 2.5 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 144, 160 kbps
VBR (Variable Bit Rate) Supported
Channel mode Stereo, Joint stereo, Dual channel, Monaural
ID3 tag Ver. 1.0, Ver. 1.1 title, artist name, album name
lThis unit corresponds to MP3 files in which both header and data comply with the MP3
format.
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lThis unit corresponds to multi-session recorded disc playback at a maximum of 49
sessions.
lSome data on multi-session recorded discs cannot be played.lPlayback of discs with added sessions is possible.lPacket Write recorded discs cannot be played.lThis unit does not correspond to MP3i (MP3 interactive), MP3 PRO, and RIFF-style
MP3 formats.
lThe maximum number of characters available for a file name is as follows, however, the
displayable number of characters on this unit is limited.
Maximum number of characters in a file name
(including a separator “.” and the three letters of the file exten-
sion)
ISO9660 level 1 12
*
ISO9660 level 2 31*
Joliet extended format 64
Romeo extended format 128
* English one-byte characters (capitalized only) and underbar “_ ” are available.
MP3
CAUTION
This unit plays files with the (.mp3) file extension as a MP3 file. Do not use the MP3
file extension for files other than MP3 files. It may cause noise or a malfunction.
lIn a MP3 file, the track name, artist name, album name and category name are recorded
with data called “ID3-Tag ”, and the information can be displayed on the monitor.
lMP3 files which do not comply with the specific standard may not be played correctly
or its file and folder name may not be displayed 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 the disc.
Playlist
This unit can play playlist files. Playlist is a function that allows free setting of the
playback order of MP3 files. The file extension of a playlist file in which the order of
playback is recorded is “. m3u” or“. pls ”.
Operating 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 Window Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation U.S. in
the United States and other countries.
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Playable WMA file specification
CD-R and CD-RW including WMA files can be played with this unit. Discs which
conform to the following formats can be played.
Playable WMA files are as follows:Item Content
Specification Windows Media Audio Version7.0
Sampling frequency Bit rate 22.05kHz
....32kbps
32kHz. ......48,64 kbps
44.1kHz .....48,64,80,96, 128, 160, 192, 256, 320 kbps
48kHz. ......64,96, 128, 160, 192 kbps
VBR (Variable Bit Rate) Supported
Channel mode Stereo/Monaural
WMA tag Title, artist name, album name
WMA
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. It may cause noise or a
malfunction.
lIn a WMA file, the track name, artist name, album name and category name are
recorded with data called “WMA-Tag ”, and the information can be displayed on the
monitor.
lWMA files which do not comply with the specific standard may not be played correctly
or its file and folder name may not be displayed 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 the disc.
Operating tips for Dolby
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“ Dolby ”, “MLP Lossless ”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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qOperation Tips for Headphones
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.
Specification
Item Content
Transmission system Infrared light
Modulation system Frequency modulation
Carrier frequency Right channel 2.8 MHz, left channel 2.3 MHz
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Sound Output
qSound Output from Vehicle Speakers
Press the audio button () andon-screen tab. “AUX ”is displayed on the audio
display and it changes to the Rear Entertainment System sound.
Sound/Music being played by the Rear Entertainment System can be heard from the
vehicle speakers.
Adjust the volume with the dial on the audio unit.
q Using the Headphone Speakers
CAUTION
Ø For safety reasons, the driver should never wear the headphones while driving.
Not being able to hear sound outside of the vehicle could result in a serious
accident.
Ø Use the headphones with the volume set at moderate level. Listening at an
excessive volume level for extended periods of time will have an adverse effect on
your hearing ability.
Ø If the headphone arms are spread excessively is could result in damage.
Ø Do not apply excessive force to the headphones or get them wet. Also, do not
leave the headphones in a place exposed to direct sunlight or high temperature. It
could cause a malfunction.
NOTE
lTo 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 6-73).
lWhen the headphones are not in use, turn them off.lIf there is no sound produced from a signal for 3 minutes or longer after the headphone power is
turned on, or there is no signal reception, the headphone power turns off automatically.
lIf the headphones are continuously used for 4 hours or more after the sound signal is received, the
headphone power turns off automatically.
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Rear Entertainment System Functions
qMode
The Rear Entertainment System has Disc and AUX modes.
Mode FunctionPage
Disc mode DVD video, video CD, DVD audio, and audio CD can be
played. 6-88
AUX (Auxiliary) mode
*AV equipment with output terminals for image and sound,
such as a video game player and a video camera, can be
used. 6-102
* Auxiliary terminals in which AV equipment can be connected are equipped. Refer to Auxiliary Terminals and Power Outlet on page 6-102.
Mode change
Press the SOURCE button. The mode changes between Disc and AUX.
Disc mode AUX mode
("AUX" is displayed.)
("DISC" is displayed.)
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DVD video, DVD audio,
Video CD, Audio CD and
MP3/WMA CD Playback
(Disc Mode)
DVD video, DVD audio, Video CD,
Audio CD, and MP3/WMA CD can be
played in the Disc mode.
CAUTION
For safe driving, adjust the volume
while driving so that ambient sound
can be heard.
NOTE
lDo not use the Rear Entertainment System
for a long period with the engine off. The
vehicle battery could run down.
lTo listen to the Rear Entertainment System
sound from the vehicle speakers, change the
audio sound to the Rear Entertainment
System sound.
Refer to Sound Output from Vehicle
Speakers on page 6-83.
lTo 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
6-73).
lThe cooling fan of this unit may activate if
the temperature of the unit is high, however,
this does not indicate a malfunction.
q Basic Operation
Power ON/OFF
Turning on the power
The Rear Entertainment System
automatically turns on when any of the
following operations are done with the
ignition switched to ACC or ON.
lThe display is open and a disc is
inserted.
lThe POWER button on the remote
controller is pressed.
Turning off
The Rear Entertainment System turns off
when any of the following operations are
done.
lThe POWER button on the remote
controller is pressed.
lThe ignition is switched off.lThe display is closed.
Playback
The top menu or disc menu may be
displayed on the monitor screen when a
disc is played. From these menus, the disc
functions can be performed.
Refer to Assist Functions (DVD video,
DVD audio, video CD and audio CD) on
page 6-91.
NOTE
lFor some discs, the top menu or disc menu
may be displayed automatically after
playback.
lRefer to the instruction manual attached to
the disc for the top menu or disc menu.
When no disc is inserted
1. Switch the ignition to ACC or ON.
2. Insert the disc into the disc slot. After the disc is inserted, the playback
starts.
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