2015 MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK USB

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Interior Features
Audio System
All random
1. Press the random button ( 2 ) during
playback, and then press the button
again within 3 seconds to play the
tracks in the USB device randomly.
“ ALL RDM ” is displayed (
is
displayed next to RDM at the bottom of
the display area).
2. Press the button again to cancel the
random playback.
Switching the display
The information displayed on the audio
display changes as follows each time the
text button ( 3 ) is pressed during playback.
Button Information displayed
on audio display
File number/Elapsed
time
Folder number/File
number
File name
Folder name
Album name
Song name
Artist name
NOTE
  The information (artist name, music
name) is displayed only when the
USB device information in the USB
device has information which can be
displayed on the screen.
  This unit cannot display some
characters. Characters which cannot
be displayed are indicated by an
asterisk (
).
Display scroll
Only 13 characters can be displayed at one
time. To display the rest of the characters
of a long title, press and hold the text
button ( 3 ). The display scrolls the next 13
characters. Press and hold the text button
( 3 ) again after the last 13 characters have
been displayed to return to the beginning
of the title.
NOTE
The number of characters which can be
displayed is restricted.
Error Messages
When the message “ CHECK USB ” is
displayed, it indicates that there is some
error in the USB device. Verify that the
content recorded in the USB device has
MP3/WMA/AAC fi les and re-connect
correctly. If the message reappears, have
the unit checked by an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
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Interior Features
Audio System
Error Indications (Type A/Type B)
If you see an error indication on the
display, fi nd the cause in the chart. If
you cannot clear the error indication,
take the vehicle to an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
Indication Cause Solution
CHECK
USB
USB device
malfunction
Verify that the content
recorded in the USB
device has MP3/WMA/
AAC fi les and re-
connect correctly.
If the error indication
continues to display,
consult an expert
repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
CHECK
iPod
iPod
malfunction
Verify that the content
recorded in the iPod has
playable fi les and re-
connect correctly.
If the error indication
continues to display,
consult an expert
repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
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Interior Features
Audio System
How to use AUX mode (Type C/Type D)
1. Select the icon on the home screen and display the Entertainment screen.
2. Select
to switch to the AUX mode. The following icons are displayed in the lower
part of the centre display.
Icon Function
Displays the Entertainment menu. Use to switch to a different audio source.
Displays sound settings to adjust audio quality level.
Refer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls on page 5-54 .
NOTE
  If a device is not connected to the auxiliary jack, the mode does not switch to the AUX
mode.
  Adjust the audio volume using the portable audio device, commander switch, or audio
control switch.
  Audio adjustments can also be made using the portable audio device's volume setting. 
 If the connection plug is pulled out from the auxiliary jack while in AUX mode, noise
may occur.
How to use USB mode (Type C/Type D)
Type Playable data
USB mode MP3/WMA/AAC/OGG fi le
This unit does not support a USB 3.0 device. In addition, other devices may not be
supported depending on the model or OS version.
USB devices formatted to FAT32 are supported (USB devices formatted to other formats
such as NTFS are not supported).
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Interior Features
Audio System
Playback
1. Select the
icon on the home screen and display the Entertainment screen.
2. Select
or to switch the USB mode. The following icons are displayed in the
lower part of the centre display.
Icon Function
Displays the Entertainment menu. Use to switch to a different audio source.
Category list is displayed.
Current track list is displayed.
Select a desired track to play it.
Plays the current track repeatedly.
Select it again to play the tracks in the current track list repeatedly.
When selected again, the function is cancelled.
Tracks in the current track list are played randomly.
Select it again to cancel.
Starts playing a track similar to the current track using Gracenote's More Like This™.
Select the desired song from the category list to cancel More Like This™.
If selected within a few seconds from the beginning of a song which has started to play, the
previous song is selected.
If more than a few seconds have elapsed, the song currently being played is replayed from
the beginning.
Long-press to fast reverse. It stops when you remove your hand from the icon or the
commander knob.
Track is played. When selected again, playback is temporarily stopped.
Advances to the beginning of the next song.
Long-press to fast forward.
Displays sound settings to adjust audio quality level.
Refer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls on page 5-54 .
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Interior Features
Audio System
Example of use (to play all tracks in
USB device)
(Method 1)
1. Select
to display the category list.
2. Select
.
All the tracks in the USB device are
displayed.
3. Select a desired track.
The selected track is played. All the
tracks in the USB device can be played
by continuing playback.
NOTE
Only the tracks in the desired category
selected in Step 2 are played.
(Method 2)
*1
1. Select to display the category list.
2. Select
.
All the folders in the USB device are
displayed.
3. Select
.
All the tracks in the USB device are
displayed.
4. Select a desired track.
The selected track is played. All the
tracks in the USB device can be played
by continuing playback.
*1 Can be operated using an Android™
device or USB fl ash memory.
NOTE
Only the tracks in the desired folder
selected in Step 3 are played.
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Interior Features
Audio System
Gracenote Database (Type C/Type D)
When a USB device is connected to this unit and the audio is played, the album name,
artist name, genre and title information are automatically displayed if there is a match in
the vehicle's database compilation to the music being played. The information stored in this
device uses database information in the Gracenote music recognition service.
CAUTION
For information related to the most recent Gracenote database which can be used and how
to install it, go to the Mazda Hands Free Website:
http://www.mazdahandsfree.com
Introduction
Music recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote
® . Gracenote is the
industry standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery. For more
information visit www.gracenote.com.
CD and music-related data from Gracenote, Inc., copyright © 2000 to present Gracenote.
Gracenote Software, copyright © 2000 to present Gracenote. One or more patents owned
by Gracenote apply to this product and service. See the Gracenote website for a non-
exhaustive list of applicable Gracenote patents. Gracenote, CDDB, MusicID, MediaVOCS,
the Gracenote logo and logotype, and the “Powered by Gracenote” logo are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Gracenote in the United States and/or other countries.
Gracenote ® End User License Agreement
This application or device contains software from Gracenote, Inc. of Emeryville, California
(“Gracenote”. The software from Gracenote (the “Gracenote Software” enables this
application to perform disc and/or fi le identifi cation and obtain music-related information,
including name, artist, track, and title information (“Gracenote Data” from online servers
or embedded databases (collectively, “Gracenote Servers” and to perform other functions.
You may use Gracenote Data only by means of the intended End-User functions of this
application or device.
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Interior Features
Audio System
Updating the database
The Gracenote media database can be updated using USB device.
1. Connect a USB device containing the software for updating Gracenote.
2. Select the
icon on the home screen and display the Settings screen.
3. Select the
tab and select .
4. Select
. The list of the update package stored in the USB device and the version are
displayed.
5. Select the package to use the update.
6. Select
.
NOTE
Gracenote can be downloaded from the Mazda Hands-free Website.
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Interior Features
Bluetooth®
Changing PIN code
PIN code (4 digits) can be changed.
1. Select the
icon on the home screen
and display the Settings screen.
2. Select the
tab.
3. Select
.
4. Select
.
5. Select
.
6. Input the new PIN code to be set.
7. Select
.
Available Language (Type C/Type
D)*
The language can be changed.
Refer to Settings on page 5-71 .
NOTE
Depending on the language, it may only
be available for the screen display, but
not for the voice recognition.
Voice Recognition (Type C/Type D)
In this section, the basic operation of the
voice recognition is explained.
Activating Voice Recognition
Press the talk button.
Ending Voice Recognition
Use one of the following methods:
 


 Press the hang-up button.



 Say, “Cancel”.



 Operate the commander switch or the
centre display (only when vehicle is
stopped).
Skipping Voice Guidance (for faster
operation)
Press and release the talk button.
Troubleshooting for Voice Recognition
If you do not understand an operation
method while in the voice recognition
mode, say “Tutorial” or “Help”.
Commands useable anytime during
voice recognition
“Go Back” and “Cancel” are commands
which can be used at anytime during voice
recognition.
Returning to previous operation
To return to the previous operation, say,
“Go Back” while in voice recognition
mode.
Cancel
To put the Bluetooth
® Hands-Free system
in standby mode, say, “Cancel” while in
voice recognition mode.
To prevent a deterioration in the voice
recognition rate and voice quality, the
following points should be observed:
 




The voice recognition cannot be
performed while voice guidance or
the beep sound is operating. Wait
until the voice guidance or the beep
sound is fi nished before saying your
commands.
 


 Phone related commands are available
only when your phone is connected via
Bluetooth
® . Make sure your phone is
connected via Bluetooth ® before you
operate phone related voice commands.
 


 Music play commands, such as Play
Artist and Play Album can be used only
in USB audio mode.
 


 Do not speak too slowly or loudly (no
loud voice).
 


 Speak clearly, without pausing between
words or numbers.
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