2018 MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA radio antenna

Operational Range
The system operates only when the driver
is in the vehicle or within operational
range while the key is being carried.
NOTE
When the battery power is low, or in
places where there are high-intensity radio
waves or noise, the operational range may
become narrower or the system may not
operate. For determining battery
replacement, Refer to Keyless Entry
System on page 3-3.
▼Locking, Unlocking the Doors
80cm (31in)
80cm (31in) Exterior antenna
Operational range
NOTE
The system may not operate if you are
too close to the windows or door
handles.
If the key is left in the following areas
and you leave the vehicle, the doors may
be locked depending on the radio wave
conditions even if the key is left in the
vehicle.
Around the dashboard
In the storage compartments such as
the console box
Next to a communication device such
as a mobile phone
▼Opening the Trunk Lid
80cm (31in)
Exterior antenna
Operational range
Before Driving
Advanced Keyless Entry System
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5Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and
audio system.
Climate Control System.................... 5-4 Operating Tips.............................. 5-4
Vent Operation.............................. 5-5
Manual Type................................. 5-7
Fully Automatic Type................. 5-12
Before Using the Audio System...... 5-16 Audio Control Swit ch................. 5-16
AUX/USB mode.........................5-17
Antenna.......................................5-19
Audio Set [Type A (non-
touchscreen)].................................... 5-21 Power/Volume/Sound
Controls...................................... 5-21
Clock...........................................5-23
Operating the Radio....................5-24
Operating the Compact Disc (CD)
Player.......................................... 5-26
How to use AUX m ode.............. 5-29
How to use USB mode ............... 5-30
How to use iPod mode................5-33
Error Indications......................... 5-35
Bluetooth
®.................................. 5-36
Bluetooth
® Preparation.............. 5-39
Available Language.. .................. 5-48
Security Setting..... ..................... 5-49
Bluetooth
® Audio....................... 5-51
Bluetooth
® Hands-Free.............. 5-53
Voice Recognition.................. .....5-60
Voice Recognition Learning
Function (Speaker
Enrollment)................................. 5-62
Troubleshooting.......................... 5-64
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WA R N I N G
Do not allow the connection plug cord to
get tangled with the parking brake or the
shift lever (manual transmission)/selector
lever (automatic transmission):
Allowing the plug cord to become tangled
with the parking brake or the shift lever
(manual transmission)/selector lever
(automatic transmission) 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.
NOTE
Insert the plug into the auxiliary
jack/USB port securely.
Insert or pull out the plug with the plug
perpendicular to the auxiliary jack/USB
port hole.
Insert or remove the plug by holding its
base.
Antenna
AM/FM Radio Antenna
The AM/FM radio antenna receives both
AM and FM signals.
To remove the antenna, turn it
counterclockwise.
To install the antenna, turn it clockwise.
Make sure the antenna is securely
installed.

Install
Remove
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the antenna,
remove it before passing beneath a low
overhead clearance.
NOTE
When leaving your vehicle unattended, we
recommend that you remove the antenna
and store it inside the vehicle.
Interior Features
Before Using the Audio System
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Satellite Radio Antenna*
The satellite radio antenna receives
SiriusXM signals.

Satellite radio antenna
Interior Features
Before Using the Audio System
5-20*Some models.
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▼Bluetooth® Hands-Free
Ty p e A
U.S.A. and Canada
FCC ID: CB2MBLUEC09 IC:279B-MBLUEC09
This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
WA R N I N G
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
The term “IC: ” before the radio certification number only sign ifies that Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.
The antenna used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
with any other anten na or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with
installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance.
Mazda Bluetooth
® Hands-Free Customer Service
U.S.A.
Phone: 800-430-0153 (Toll-free)
Web: www.mazdausa.com/mazdaconnect
Canada
Phone: 800-430-0153 (Toll-free)
Web: www.mazdahandsfree.ca
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Declaration of Conformity
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Index
A
Accessory Socket............................ 5-140
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)................................................. 4-75
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories........................................ 8-19
Advanced KeyAdvanced keyless entry system..... 3-9
Operational range........................ 3-10
Air Bag Systems............................... 2-26
Air Bag/Seat Belt Pr etensioner System
Warning Beep.................................... 7-49
Ambient Temperature Display.......... 4-15
Antilock Brake System (ABS).......... 4-64
Audio Control Switch
Adjusting the Volume.................. 5-16
Seek Switch................................. 5-16
Audio Set [Type A (non-touchscreen)] AUX.............................................5-29
Bluetooth®.................................. 5-36
CD Player.................................... 5-26
Clock............................................5-23
Error Indications.......................... 5-35
iPod mode....................................5-33
Power/Volume/Sound Controls... 5-21
Radio............................................5-24
Troubleshooting.......... ................. 5-64
USB............................................. 5-30
Voice Recognition.... ................... 5-60
Audio Set [Type B (touchscreen)] Applications............................... 5-125
AUX.............................................5-87
Bluetooth®.................................. 5-93
CD Player.................................... 5-84
Radio............................................5-76
Satellite Radio........ ..................... 5-80
Settings...................................... 5-123
Troubleshooting........... .............. 5-126
USB............................................. 5-88
Voice Recognition..................... 5-120
Volume/Display/Sound
Controls....................................... 5-74
Audio System Antenna........................................5-19
Appendix................................... 5-131
Audio Control Switch................. 5-16
Audio Set [Type A (non-
touchscreen)]............................... 5-21
Audio Set [Type B
(touchscreen)].............................. 5-68
AUX/USB mode..........................5-17
Before Using the Audio
System......................................... 5-16
Automatic Transmission Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)...... 4-36
Automatic transmission
controls........................................ 4-34
Direct mode................................. 4-42
Driving tips..................................4-43
Manual shift mode.......................4-37
Shift-lock system......................... 4-35
Transmission ranges.................... 4-35
B
Back Trim Storage Box.................. 5-147
Battery............................................... 6-31Maintenance.................................6-33
Replacement................................ 6-33
Specifications.................................9-4
Battery Runs Out.............................. 7-23 Jump-starting............................... 7-23
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM).......... 4-85
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
Warning Beep.................................... 7-52
Bluetooth® [Type A (non-touchscreen)] Bluetooth® Audio....................... 5-51
Bluetooth® Hands-Free...............5-53
Bluetooth® Preparation............... 5-39
Bluetooth® [Type B (touchscreen)] Bluetooth® Audio..................... 5-100
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