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Interior Features
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AUX/USB mode
Audio can be heard from the vehicle's
speakers by connecting a commercially-
available portable audio unit to the
auxiliary jack.
A commercially-available, non-impedance
(3.5
) stereo mini plug lead is required.
Contact an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer for details.
In addition, audio can be played from the
vehicle audio device by connecting a USB
device to the USB port.
NOTE
(Type B)
The SD card slot is for the navigation
system. For vehicles with the navigation
system, the SD card (Mazda genuine)
with stored map data is inserted into the
SD card slot and used.
Type A (Without CD player)
Auxiliary jack/USB port
Type A (With CD player)
Auxiliary jack/USB port
Ty p e B
USB port
Auxiliary jack
How to use AUX mode
(Type A) .................................page 5-37
How to use USB mode
(Type A) .................................page 5-38
How to use iPod mode
(Type A) .................................page 5-42
How to use AUX mode
(Type B) ...............................page 5-100
How to use USB mode
(Type B) ...............................page 5-101
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WARNING
Do not adjust the portable audio unit
or a similar product while driving the
vehicle:
Adjusting the portable audio unit
or a similar product while driving
the vehicle is dangerous as it could
distract your attention from the vehicle
operation which could lead to a serious
accident. Always adjust the portable
audio unit or a similar product while
the vehicle is stopped.
CAUTION
Depending on the portable audio device,
noise may occur when the device is
connected to the vehicle accessory
socket. (If noise occurs, do not use the
accessory socket.)
NOTE
This mode may not be usable
depending on the portable audio
device to be connected.
Before using the auxiliary jack/USB
port, refer to the instruction manual
for the portable audio device.
Use a commercially-available,
non-impedance (3.5
) stereo mini
plug for connecting the portable
audio unit to the auxiliary jack.
Before using the auxiliary jack, read
the manufacturer's instructions for
connecting a portable audio unit to
the auxiliary jack.
To prevent discharging of the battery,
do not use the auxiliary input for
long periods with the engine off or
idling.
When connecting a device to the
auxiliary jack or USB port, noise
may occur depending on the
connected device. If the device is
connected to the vehicle's accessory
socket, the noise can be reduced by
unplugging it from the accessory
socket.
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Interior Features
Before Using the Audio System
How to connect USB port/
Auxiliary jack
Type A (Without CD player)
USB port Auxiliary jack
Type A (With CD player)
USB port Auxiliary jack
Ty p e B
USB port Auxiliary jack
Connecting a device
1. If there is a cover on the AUX jack or
USB port, remove the cover.
2. Connect the connector on the device to
the USB port.
Connecting with a connector lead
1. If there is a cover on the AUX jack or
USB port, remove the cover.
2. Connect the device plug/connector lead
to the auxiliary jack/USB port.
WARNING
Do not allow the connection plug cord
to get tangled with the parking brake
or the shift lever (manual transaxle)/
selector lever (automatic transaxle):
Allowing the plug cord to become
tangled with the parking brake or
the shift lever (manual transaxle)/
selector lever (automatic transaxle) is
dangerous as it could interfere with
driving, resulting in an accident.
CAUTION
Do not place objects or apply force to
the auxiliary jack/USB port with the
plug connected.
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