AUX MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2015 (in English) User Guide

5–47
Interior Features
Audio System
NOTE
  The information viewable in the
display is only CD information (such
as artist name, song title) which has
been recorded to the CD.
  This unit cannot display some
characters. Characters which cannot
be displayed are indicated by an
asterisk (
).
Display scroll
Only 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.
Message display
If “ CHECK CD ” is displayed, it means
that there is some CD malfunction. Check
the CD for damage, dirt, or smudges, and
then properly reinsert it. If the message
appears again, insert another known good
CD. If the message continues to appear,
take the unit to an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer
for service.
How to use Auxiliary jack/USB
port
Audio can be heard from the vehicle's
speakers by connecting a commercially-
available portable audio unit to the
auxiliary jack.
Use a commercially-available, non-
impedance (3.5
) stereo mini plug lead.
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 or an iPod to the USB port.
Refer to AUX/USB/iPod mode on page
5-75 .
Error Indications
If you see an error indication on the
audio display, fi nd the cause in the chart.
If you cannot clear the error indication,
take the vehicle to an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
Indication Cause Solution
CHECK
CD CD is
inserted
upside
down Insert the CD properly.
If the error indication
continues to display,
consult an expert
repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
CD is
defective Insert another CD
properly. If the error
indication continues
to display, consult
an expert repairer,
we recommend an
Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
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Interior Features
Audio System
Traffi c announcement (TA)
Select
during FM/AM reception to
switch to the TA mode.
If a TA broadcast is received while in the
TA mode, the TA broadcast intercedes
even while using other functions (FM,
CD, USB, AUX, BT audio, Aha™
radio, or Stitcher™ radio), and “Traffi c
Announcement” is displayed.
If a TA is received on the Entertainment
screen,
is displayed on the screen.
Select
to cancel the received TA and
return to TA reception stand-by. If a TA is
received on a screen other than the
Entertainment screen, the selection screens
for
,, and are displayed
on the screen. If
is selected, the
selection screen turns off when a TA is
received while continuing to receive TAs.
Selection from Station List
List of receivable RDS radio stations is
displayed. You can easily select the station
you want to listen to from the list. If a
radio station name is not available, the
frequency is displayed. In addition, radio
stations which have been programmed to a
Genre code (Programme types like Rock,
News, and so on) can also be displayed
separately by category.
NOTE
It may take longer to display the
station list depending on the reception
conditions.
1. Select the
icon to display the radio
station list.
2. Select the radio station name or radio
frequency to tune in the radio station. (Selecting Genre)
1. Select the
on the station list
screen to display the genre list screen.
2. Select the genre to display the radio
station list in the genre.
NOTE
Only one Genre can be selected.
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Interior Features
Audio System
NOTE
  For safety reasons, images are not
displayed while the vehicle is being
driven.
  Slide the of the controller to
move the controller.
  If the mode is switched to DVD
mode once the DVD playback
has stopped, the playback restarts
without displaying the DVD menu
screen.
Setting DVD functions
Sound quality and aspect ratio settings can
be performed.
Setting sound quality
1. Select the
icon.
2. Select
to adjust the sound
quality.
Refer to Volume/Display/Sound
Controls on page 5-54 .
Setting aspect ratio
1. Select the
icon.
2. Select
.
3. Select a desired aspect ratio.
Setting image quality
Brightness, contrast, tint, colour density
can be adjusted.
When the
icon is selected, the following
tabs are displayed at the bottom of the
screen.
Tab Function
Screen brightness can be
adjusted using the slider.
Screen contrast can be
adjusted using the slider.
Colour tone of the screen
can be adjusted using the
slider.
Screen colour can be
adjusted using the slider.
Screen settings can be reset
to initial values.
Select
.
How to use Auxiliary jack/USB
port
Audio can be heard from the vehicle's
speakers by connecting a commercially-
available portable audio unit to the
auxiliary jack.
Use a commercially-available, non-
impedance (3.5
) stereo mini plug lead.
In addition, audio can be played from the
vehicle audio device by connecting a USB
device or an iPod to the USB port.
Refer to AUX/USB/iPod mode on page
5-75 .
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Interior Features
Audio System
Mute Switch *
Press the mute switch () once to mute
audio, press it again to resume audio
output.
NOTE
If the ignition is switched off with the
audio muted, the mute will be cancelled.
Therefore, when the engine is restarted,
the audio is not muted. To mute the
audio again, press the mute switch (
).
AUX/USB/iPod 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 or an iPod to the USB port.
NOTE
(Type C/Type D)
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.
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Interior Features
Audio System
Type A/Type B (Without CD player)
Auxiliary jack/USB port
Type A/Type B (With CD player)
Auxiliary jack/USB port
Type C/Type D (Without DVD/CD
player)
Auxiliary jackUSB port
Type C/Type D (With DVD/CD player)
Auxiliary jack
USB port
How to use AUX mode (Type A/Type
B) ......................................... page 5-79
How to use USB mode (Type A/Type
B) .......................................... page 5-80
How to use iPod mode (Type A/Type
B) .......................................... page 5-84
How to use AUX mode (Type C/Type
D) .......................................... page 5-88
How to use USB mode (Type C/Type
D) .......................................... page 5-88
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.
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Interior Features
Audio System
CAUTION
  Always close the auxiliary jack/
USB port lid when it is not in use. If
foreign matter or liquid penetrates
the auxiliary jack/USB port, it may
cause a malfunction.
  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.
How to connect USB port/
Auxiliary jack
Type A/Type B (Without CD player)
Auxiliary jack
USB port
Type A/Type B (With CD player)
USB port Auxiliary jack
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Interior Features
Audio System
Type C/Type D (Without DVD/CD
player)
Auxiliary jack
USB port
Type C/Type D (With DVD/CD player)
USB port Auxiliary jack
Connecting a device
1. Open the console lid (With DVD/CD
player).
2. If there is a cover on the AUX jack or
USB port, remove the cover.
3. Connect the connector on the device to
the USB port.
Connecting with a connector lead
1. Open the console lid (With DVD/CD
player).
2. If there is a cover on the AUX jack or
USB port, remove the cover.
3. Connect the device plug/connector lead
to the auxiliary jack/USB port. For
vehicles with a DVD/CD player, pass
the device plug/connector lead through
the notch in the console and connect.
WARNING
Do not allow the connection plug cord
to get tangled with the parking brake or
the shift lever:
Allowing the plug cord to become
tangled with the parking brake or the
shift lever 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.
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Interior Features
Audio System
How to use AUX mode (Type A/
Type B)
1. Switch the ignition to ACC or ON.
2. Press the power/volume dial to turn the
audio system on.
3. Press the media button (
) of the
audio unit to change to the AUX mode.
NOTE
  When the 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 or audio unit.
  Audio adjustments other than audio
volume can only be done using the
portable audio device.
  If the connection plug is pulled out
from the auxiliary jack while in AUX
mode, noise may occur.
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Interior Features
Audio System
How to use AUX mode (Type C/Type D)
1. Select the icon on the home screen and display the Entertainment screen.
2. Select
to switch to the AUX mode. The following icons are displayed in the lower
part of the centre 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 5-54 .
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 C/Type D)
Type Playable data
USB mode MP3/WMA/AAC/OGG fi le
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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Interior Features
Bluetooth®
Audio Operation Using Voice Recognition (Type C/Type D)
Main audio operation
The below commands are examples of the available commands.
When the talk button is pressed and the following command is spoken out, the audio can be
operated. The commands in the () can be omitted. The specifi ed name and number are put
into the {}.
Voice command Function Corresponding audio
source
(Go to/Play) AM (Radio) Switches the audio source to AM radio. All
(Go to/Play) FM (Radio) Switches the audio source to FM radio. All
(Go to/Play) DAB (Radio) Switches the audio source to DAB radio. All
(Go to/Play) Bluetooth (Audio) Switches the audio source to BT audio. All
(Go to/Play) Aha (Radio) Switches the audio source to Aha™ Radio. All
(Go to/Play) Stitcher Switches the audio source to Stitcher™ Radio. All
(Go to/Play) USB 1 Switches the audio source to USB 1. All
(Go to/Play) USB 2 Switches the audio source to USB 2. All
Play Playlist {Playlist name} Plays the selected playlist. USB
Play Artist {Artist name} Plays the selected artist. USB
Play Album {Album name} Plays the selected album. USB
Play Genre {Genre name} Plays the selected genre. USB
Play Folder {Folder name} Plays the selected folder. USB
NOTE
  Some commands cannot be used depending on devices and use conditions. 
 If the Bluetooth ® device, USB, or AUX is not connected, the related commands cannot
be used.
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