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No. Menu Explanation
(6) SettingsYou can change the settings for the Mazda Connect screen, sound set-
tings, and the vehicle functions.
In-Vehicle Displays:
Configures settings and content for all in-vehicle displays.
Sound Settings:
Configures the in-vehicle listening experience.
Safety Settings:
Configures safety and driver assistance features.
Vehicle Settings:
Configures vehicle convenience features.
Connectivity Settings:
Configures Bluetooth and other device connectivity settings.
System Settings:
Configures language, time, and other general settings.
(7) Apple CarPlayYou can use Apple CarPlay by connecting an iPhone compatible with
Apple CarPlay to the USB slot.
(8) Android AutoYou can use Android Auto™ by connecting an Android™ Smartphone
compatible with Android Auto™ to the USB port.
WARNING
Always adjust Mazda Connect while the vehicle is stopped:
Do not adjust Mazda Connect with the Commander switch while driving the
vehicle. Adjusting Mazda Connect with the Commander switch while driving the
vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation
which could lead to a serious accident.
Even if the audio remote control switches are equipped on the steering wheel, learn
to use the switches without looking down at them so that you can keep your
maximum attention on the road while driving the vehicle.
Do not allow the connection plug cord to get tangled with the shift lever (manual
transmission)/selector lever (automatic transmission):
Allowing the plug cord to become tangled with the shift lever (manual
transmission)/selector lever (automatic transmission) is dangerous as it could
interfere with driving, resulting in an accident.
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Do not adjust a mobile device or a similar product while driving the vehicle:
Adjusting a mobile device 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 a mobile device or a similar product while the
vehicle is stopped.
CAUTION
For the purposes of safe driving, adjust the audio volume to a level that allows you
to hear sounds outside of the vehicle including car horns and particularly emergency
vehicle sirens.
NOTE
xDo not use Mazda Connect for a long time with the engine stopped. Otherwise,
the battery power could be depleted.
xIf a mobile phone or CB radio is used in or near the vehicle, it could cause noise to
occur from the audio system. However, this does not indicate a problem.
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Mazda Connect Basic Operations
▼Mazda Connect Basic Operations
NOTE
The explanation of functions described in this manual may differ from the actual
operation, and the shapes of screens and buttons and the letters and characters
displayed may also differ from the actual appearance.
Additionally, depending on future software updates, the content may successively
change without notice.
▼Commander Switch Operation
The commander switch can be used to switch to each function and to operate each
function.
Set the palm of your hand on the commander knob so that your fingers can touch
each of the switches.
You can switch the screens without having to look down at your hand.
NOTE
For safety reasons, some operations are disabled while driving the vehicle.
The shape of the switches varies depending on the vehicle model.
No. Item Explanation
1
Commander knob (selection):
Rotate or slide the commander knob to highlight/select the on-screen
functions you want to use.
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No. Item Explanation
2
Commander knob (select):
Depress the commander knob to select the desired on-screen function
you want to use
3
Entertainment button:
The audio source screen last used is displayed.
(During Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ music playback)
Displays the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ playback screen.
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No. Item Explanation
4
Vo l u m e k n o b :
Volume adjustment
Adjust the volume by turning the volume knob.
If you adjust the volume during a voice guidance, the volume of the voice guidance changes.
If you adjust the volume while making a hands-free call, the conversation volume changes.
Press the volume knob to mute the audio. Press the knob again to cancel.
Po we r
off
Press and hold the volume knob to turn the Mazda Connect power off.
NOTE
If you press the volume knob to mute an audio source which can be
paused, such as Apple CarPlay, USB audio, or Bluetooth® audio, while
it is playing, the song playback pauses. Press the volume knob again to
cancel the mute and the pause at the same time.
Selecting a radio station
(FM/AM radio)
Radio stations saved to your Favourites can be selected by sliding the volume knob left (SEEK
DOWN)/right (SEEK UP) while listening to FM/AM. The station will change each time you
slide the volume knob.
If you want to manually tune to the next available station before or after the currently selected
station, slide and hold the volume knob left (SEEK DOWN) or right (SEEK UP) until you hear
a beep and the tuner will select the next available station.
(DAB radio)*
You can call up radio stations registered to your Favourites by sliding the volume knob left/right
while listening to DAB radio. The radio stations change each time you slide the volume knob.
In addition, the service switches to the next service when you continue sliding the knob to the
right until you hear a beep, and it switches to the previous service when you continue sliding
the knob to the left. If there is no next or previous service in the selected Ensemble, Ensemble
switches.
Playback Control
Music and video files can be cued when listening to stored content via USB, Bluetooth®, and
audio or video.
Slide the volume knob right to skip to the next track or slide it to the left to go back to the
previous track. You can also slide and hold the volume knob to fast forward or rewind the
track.
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No. Item Explanation
5
Favourites button:
Displays the favourites screen.
Press and hold to register AM/FM stations, contacts, navigation desti-
nations, or any highlighted menu items to create easily accessible
shortcuts.
6
Home button:
Displays the home screen.
(While Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ is displayed)
Displays the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ home screen.
(While Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ is connected)
Press and hold while the Mazda Connect screen is displayed to switch
the screen from Mazda Connect to Apple CarPlay or Mazda Connect
to Android Auto™. In addition, press and hold while the Apple CarPlay
or Android Auto™ screen is displayed to switch to the Mazda Connect
screen.
7
Back button:
Returns to previous screen.
8
Map button:
Displays the navigation screen (vehicles with navigation system).
In order for the navigation system to function, the SD card for the navi-
gation system is required.
If the SD card for the navigation system is not inserted, the compass in-
dicating the direction in which the vehicle is moving is displayed.
For the navigation system operation, refer to the navigation system
manual.
(During Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ route guidance)
Displays the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ map screen.
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▼Audio Remote Control Switch Operation
The audio remote control switch is on the left side of the steering wheel. You can
operate basic audio functions, pick up/hang up the phone, or activate voice
control using the switch.
The shape of the switches may
differ depending on the vehicle model.
No. Item Explanation
1
Volume adjustment button:
Press the (+) or (-) button to adjust the volume.
If you adjust the volume during a voice guidance, the volume of the
voice guidance changes.
If you adjust the volume while making a hands-free call, the conversa-
tion volume changes.
2
Seek Switch:
Selecting a radio station
(FM/AM radio)
You can call up radio stations registered to your favourites by pressing
the seek switch while listening to FM/AM radio. The radio stations
change each time you press the switch.
In addition, press and hold the seek switch until you hear a beep to
start automatic station selection. It stops when a radio broadcast is
tuned in.
(DAB radio)
*
You can call up radio stations registered to your Favourites by pressing
the seek switch while listening to DAB radio. The radio station changes
each time you press the seek switch.
In addition, if you press and hold the seek switch until you hear a
beep, the service switches to the next or previous service. If there is no
next or previous service in the selected Ensemble, Ensemble switches.
Cuing
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No. Item Explanation
Music and video files can be cued by operating the button while audio
or video is playing.
Press the (
) to cue to the beginning of the next song and press the
(
) to cue to the beginning of the previous song. (The order of the
songs is in the order of the selected file list.)
3SOURCESOURCE button:
The audio source can be switched each time the button is pressed.
In addition, when the button is pressed and held, the audio currently
being played is turned
off and the audio source selection screen is dis-
played.
(During Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ playback)
Press and hold the SOURCE button to turn off the audio currently be-
ing played.
4
Hang-up button*1>8
(During a call)
Press the button to end the call.
(While receiving a call)
Press the button to refuse a call.
5
Talk/Pick-up button*1>8
(While receiving a call)
Press the button to answer the call.
6
Mute button:
Press the button to mute.
Press it again to cancel the mute.
NOTE
If you press the mute button to mute an audio source which can be
paused, such as Apple CarPlay, USB audio, or Bluetooth® audio, while
it is playing, the song playback pauses. Press the mute button again to
cancel the mute and the pause at the same time.
*1 You can also use the voice recognition for the talk/pick-up button, and hang-up
button.
For details, refer to Operation Using Voice Recognition Function (page 5-23).
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