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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
Audio information is displayed on the information display.
Power/Volume/Sound Controls .............................................................................. page 6-24
Operating the Radio ............................................................................................... page 6-28
Operating the Satellite Radio ................................................................................. page 6-30
Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player .............................................................. page 6-42
Operating the Auxiliary jack/USB port .................................................................. page 6-45
Error Indications ..................................................................................................... page 6-46
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qPower/Volume/Sound Controls
Audio control dialPower/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.
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 audio control dial to select the
function. The selected function will be
indicated.
*1 Depending on the mode selected, the indication changes.
*2 Depending on the model, this function, may not be available.
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2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust theselected functions as follows:
Indication Turn Left Turn Right
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
Select mode
NOTElDepending on the type of audio unit, the
order in which the functions appear differs.
lAbout 5 seconds after selecting any mode,
the volume function will be automatically
selected. To reset bass, treble, fade, and
balance, press the audio control dial 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. Select the desired ALC mode.
Mode
Volume 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.
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BEEP setting
The beep-sound when operating the audio
system can be set on or off.
BT SETUP modeí
Music and other audio such as voice data
recorded on portable audio devices and
mobile phones available on the market
which are equipped with the Bluetooth
®
transmission function can be listened to
via wireless transmission over the
vehicle's speakers. Using the BT SETUP
mode, these devices can be programmed
to the Bluetooth
®unit or changed.
Refer to Bluetooth® Audio on page 6-60.
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MEMO
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qOperating the Radio
Auto memory button
Channel preset buttons Scan button Manual tuning dial/Mute button
Band selector buttonSeek tuning buttons
Radio ON
Press a band selector button (
)to
turn the radio on.
Band selection
Successively pressing the band selector
button (
) switches the bands as
follows: FM1 →FM2 →AM.
The selected mode will be indicated. If
FM stereo is being received, “ST ”will be
displayed.
NOTE
If the FM broadcast signal becomes weak,
reception automatically changes from
STEREO to MONO for reduced noise, and the
“ ST ”indicator will go out.
Tuning
The radio has the following tuning
methods: Manual, Seek, Scan, Preset
channel, and Auto memory tuning. The
easiest way to tune stations is to set them
on preset channels.
Manual tuning
Turning the manual tuning dial will
change the frequency higher or lower.
Seek tuning
Pressing the seek tuning button (
,)
will cause the tuner to seek a higher or
lower frequency automatically.
NOTE
If you continue to press and hold the button,
the frequency will continue changing without
stopping.
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