2017 MAZDA MX5 MIATA USB

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Audio System NOTE 
The information (artist name, music
name) is displayed only when the iPod
has information which can be displayed. 
This unit cannot display some
characters. Characters which cannot be
displayed are indicated by an asterisk
(
).
Display scroll
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
If the message “CHECK iPod” is
displayed, it indicates that there is a
malfunction in the iPod. Verify that the
content recorded in the iPod has playable
files and connect correctly. If the message
reappears, have the unit checked by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer. Error Indications (Type A) If you see an error indication on the
display, find the cause in the chart. If you
cannot clear the error indication, take the
vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Indication Cause Solution
CHECK
USB USB device
malfunction Verify that the content
recorded in the USB
device has MP3/WMA/
AAC files and re-
connect correctly.
If the error indication
continues to display,
consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
CHECK
iPod iPod
malfunction Verify that the content
recorded in the iPod has
playable files and re-
connect correctly.
If the error indication
continues to display,
consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
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Audio System How to use AUX mode (Type B)1. Select the icon on the home screen to display the Entertainment screen.
2. Select to switch to the AUX mode. The following icons are displayed in the lower
part of the center 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 5-40 .
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 B) Type Playable data
USB mode MP3/WMA/AAC/OGG file
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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Audio System Playback
1. Select the icon on the home screen to display the Entertainment screen.
2. Select or to switch the USB mode. The following icons are displayed in the
lower part of the center 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 canceled.
Tracks in the current track list are played randomly.
Select it again to cancel.
Starts playing a track similar to the current track using Grace note's More Like This™.
Select the desired song from the category list to cancel More L ike 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 5-40 .
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Audio SystemNOTE 
If a file name in the USB memory is too long, it could cause ope ration problems such as
not being able to playback the song.
(Recommended: Within 80 characters) 
To move to the desired location on the track, move the slider indicating the playback time. 
The appearance of the repeat and shuffle icons changes depending on the type of
operation in which the function is used.
Category list
Select the icon to display the following category list.
Select a desired category and item. Category Function
Playlist *1
Displays playlists on the device.
Artist Displays the artist name list.
All the tracks or tracks for each album of the selected artist can be played.
Album Displays the album name list.
Song All the tracks in the device are displayed.
Genre Displays the genre list.
All the tracks or tracks per album or artist in the selected genre can be played.
Audiobook *2
Displays the audiobook list.
Chapters can be selected and played.
Podcast *2
Displays the podcast list.
Episode can be selected and played.
Folder *3
Displays the folder/file list.
*1 Playlist folders of Apple devices are not supported.
*2 Apple device only
*3 USB-Sticks and USB-Android™ device only
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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 flash memory.
NOTE
Only the tracks in the desired folder
selected in Step 3 are played.
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Audio System Gracenote Database (Type B)When a USB device is connected to this unit and the audio is pl ayed, 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 recogni tion 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 G racenote ®
. Gracenote is the
industry standard in music recognition technology and related c ontent delivery. For more
information visit www.gracenote.com.
CD and music-related data from Gracenote, Inc., copyright © 200 0 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 Graceno te website for a non-
exhaustive list of applicable Gracenote patents. Gracenote, CDD B, 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, In c. of Emeryville, California
(“Gracenote”). The software from Gracenote (the “Gracenote Software”) enables this
application to perform disc and/or file identification and obtain music-related information,
including name, artist, track, and title information (“Gracenot e 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.
You agree that you will use Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Software, and Gracenote Servers
for your own personal non-commercial use only. You agree not to assign, copy, transfer or
transmit the Gracenote Software or any Gracenote Data to any th ird party. YOU AGREE
NOT TO USE OR EXPLOIT GRACENOTE DATA, THE GRACENOTE SOFTWARE, OR
GRACENOTE SERVERS, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PERMITTED HEREIN.
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Audio SystemUpdating the database
The Gracenote media database can be updated using USB device.
1. Connect a USB device containing the software for updating Grace note.
2. Select the icon on the home screen to 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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Bluetooth ®
Voice Recognition (Type B)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
center 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 finished 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. 
Dialects or different wording other
than hands-free prompts cannot be
recognized by voice recognition. Speak
in the wording specified by the voice
commands. 
It is not necessary to face the
microphone or approach it. Speak the
voice commands while maintaining a
safe driving position. 
Close the windows and/or the
convertible top to reduce loud noises
from outside the vehicle, or turn down
the airflow of the air-conditioning
system while Bluetooth ®
Hands-Free is
being used. 
Make sure the vents are not directing air
up towards the microphone.
NOTE
If the voice recognition performance is not
satisfactory.
Refer to Troubleshooting on page 5-129 .
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