MAZDA CX9 2023 Owners Manual

Range of displayed screen image
(Actual condition) (Screen display)Target object
Viewing the screen

Display/IconContent
Extended vehicle width lines and dis‐
tance guide lines (red/blue) These guide lines indicate the
approximate width of the vehi‐
cle and distance to a point measured from the rear of the vehi‐
cle (from the end of the bumper).
The red lines indicate the points up to about 0.5 m (19 in)
from the rear end of the bumper.
The blue lines indicate the po ints from about 0.5 m (19 in)
and up to 2 m (78 in) from the rear end of the bumper.
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Display/IconContent
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning
lightsIndicates when the Rear Cross Tr
affic Alert (RCTA) has oper‐
ated.
For details, refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).
Refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) on page 4-141.
NOTE
The parking sensor obstruction detection indication does not display. Switch the screen
display to the top view/rear view display if the parking sensor warning sound is activated.
The rear wide view screen displays the image at the rear of the vehicle at a wide angle
and corrects the image to help detect approaching obstructions from the side. Therefore, it
differs from the actual view.
▼ Margin of Error Between Road Surf
ace on Screen and Actual Road Surface
There might be some margin of err or between the road surface appearing on the screen and
the actual road surface. A margi n of error in the perceived distance could lead to an
accident, therefore be aware of the following conditions which can more easily produce
errors in the perceived distance.

The vehicle tilts due to weight of passengers and cargo.
If the vehicle is tilted, obstructions picked up by a camera ca n appear farther or closer than
the actual distance from the vehicle.
Front camera
Obstruction
Margin of error
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Side camera
Obstruction
Margin of error
Rear camera
Obstruction Margin of error

There is a steep up or down grade in the road at the front or r
ear of the vehicle
If there is a steep up or down grade in the road at the front or rear of the vehicle,
obstructions picked up by the came ra can appear farther or closer than the actual distance
from the vehicle.
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Front camera
Actual obstruction Actual obstruction
A: Distance of obstruction being viewed on screen
B: Actual distance of obstruction from vehicle Obstruction appearing
on screen
Obstruction appearing
on screen
Appears further than
actual distance
Appears closer than
actual distance
A
A
B B
Side camera
Actual obstruction
Actual obstruction
A: Distance of obstruction being viewed on screen
B: Actual distance of obstruction from vehicle Obstruction appearing
on screen
Obstruction appearing
on screen
Appears further than
actual distance
Appears closer than
actual distance
A
A
B B
Rear camera
Appears
farther than
actual
distance Appears
closer than
actual
distance
Object at actual
position
Object at actual position
Object on screen
A: Distance between the vehicle and object displayed on the screen.
B: Actual distance between the vehicle and object. Object on screen
A
AB
B
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NOTE
If the vehicle is on a slope, obstructions taken by the camera can appear farther or closer
than the actual distance from the vehicle.

Three-dimensional object at vehicle front or rear
Because the vehicle front end guide lines (side camera) or the distance guide lines (rear
camera) are displayed based on a flat surface, the distance to the three-dimensional object
displayed on the screen is different from the actual distance.
Side camera
(Actual condition)
(Screen display)
Rear camera
(Actual condition)
Sensed distance on screen A > B > C Actual distance B > C = A A
A
B
B
C
C (Screen display)
▼
System Problem Indication
Center display indication
CauseAction to be taken
“No image signal reception” is dis‐
played The control unit might be damaged.
Have your vehicle inspected
by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Screen is pitch-black and blank The camera might be damaged.
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360° View Monitor (Mazda Connect (Type B))*
▼360° View Monitor
The 360°View Monitor consists of the following functions which
assist the driver in
checking the area surrounding the vehicle using various indications in the center display and
a warning sound while the vehicle is being driven at low speeds or while parking.
To p v i e w
The top view displays an image of the vehicle from directly abo ve on the center display
by combining the images taken from the 4 cameras set on all sid es of the vehicle. The top
view displays on the right side of the screen when the front vi ew or rear view screen is
being displayed. The top view assists the driver in checking th e area surrounding the
vehicle when the vehicle is moving forward or in reverse.
Front view/front wide view
The image from the front of the vehicle is displayed on the cen ter display.
The view from the front assists t he driver in checking the front of the vehicle by
displaying guide lines on the di splayed image taken from the fr ont of the vehicle.
Side view
The images taken from the front left and right sides of the vehicle are displayed on the
center display.
The side view assists the driver in checking the front sides of the vehicle by displaying
guide lines on the displayed ima ge taken from the front left and right sides of the vehicle.
Rear view/rear wide view
The image from the rear of the vehicle is displayed on the cent er display.
The image from the rear assists the driver in checking the rear of the vehicle by displaying
guide lines on the displayed ima ge taken from the rear of the vehicle.
Parking sensor
If there are any obstructions nea r the vehicle while the top view/side view is displayed, an
obstruction detection indication turns on around the bumper in the center display.
The parking sensors use ultrasonic sensors to detect obstructio ns around the vehicle when
the vehicle is driven at low speeds, such as during garage or p arallel parking, and notifies
the driver of the approximate di stance from the vehicle to the surrounding obstruction
using sound and an obstruction detection indication.
Refer to Parking Sensor System on page 4-287.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
If there is the possibility of a collision with an approaching vehicle while the rear view/
rear wide view is displayed, a w arning is displayed on the center display.
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCT A) uses rear side radar sensor to detect vehicles
approaching from the rear left and right sides of the vehicle, and it assists the driver in
checking the rear of the vehicle while reversing by flashing th e Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) warning lights and activating the warning sound.
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Refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) on page 4-141.
360°View Monitor Range
: Cameras
: Ultrasonic sensors
: Radar sensors (rear)
WA R N I N G
Always confirm the safety of the area around the vehicle with the mirrors and directly with
your eyes when driving:
The 360°View Monitor is an auxiliary device which assists the driver in checking the safety of
the area around the vehicle.
The shooting range of the cameras and detection range of the sensors are limited. For
example, the areas in black at the front and rear of the vehicle image and the seams where
each of the camera images merge are blind sp ots where an obstruction may not be visible. In
addition, the extended vehicle width lines and pr ojected vehicle path lines are only to be used
as references, and the images on the screen may differ from the actual conditions.
CAUTION
Do not use the 360°View Monitor unde r any of the following conditions.
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Icy or snow-covered roads.
 Tire chains or a temporary spare tire is installed.
 The front or rear doors are not fully closed.
 The vehicle is on a road incline.
 The door mirrors are retracted.
 Do not hit the front/rear camera, front bumper, liftgate, and door mirrors forcefully. The
camera position or installation angle may shift.
 The cameras are waterproof. Do not disassemble, modify, or remove a camera.
 The camera cover is made of hard plastic, therefore do not apply oil film remover, organic
solvents, wax, or coating agents. If any such agent gets on the camera cover, wipe it off
using a soft cloth immediately.
 Do not rub the camera lens forcefully, or clean it with an abrasive or hard brush. Otherwise,
it could scratch the camera lens and negatively
affect the images.
 Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for repair, painting, or replacement of the front/rear
camera, front bumper, liftgate and door mirrors.
 Heed the following cautions to assure that the 360°View Monitor operates normally.
 Do not modify the vehicle suspensions or lower/raise the vehicle body, or both.
 Always use tires of the specified type and size for the front and rear wheels. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer for tire replacement.
 When the display is cold, images may leave trai ls or the screen might be darker than usual,
making it difficult to check the vehicle surroundings. Always
confirm the safety at the front
and around the vehicle visually when driving.
 The method for parking/stopping the vehicle using the 360°View Monitor differs depending
on the road circumstances/conditions and th e vehicle conditions. When and how much you
turn the steering wheel will differ depending on the situation, therefore always check the
vehicle surroundings directly with yo ur eyes while using the system.
Also, before using the system, always make sure that the vehicle can be parked/stopped in
the parking/stopping space.
NOTE
If there are water droplets, snow, or mud on the camera lens, wipe it off using a soft cloth.
If the camera lens is especially dirt y, wash it off with mild detergent.
If the camera lens is touched or there is any dirt on it, it could affect the screen image.
Wipe the lens using a soft cloth.
If the area where the camera is installed, such as the front bumper, liftgate or door
mirrors, has been damaged in a vehicle accide nt, the camera (position, installation angle)
may have shifted. Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the vehicle
inspected.
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If the camera is subjected to excessive changes in temperature such as by pouring hot
water on the camera during cold weather, the 360°View Monitor may not operate
normally.
If the battery voltage is low, the screen might be temporarily difficult to view, however,
this does not indicate a problem.
The 360°View Monitor has limitations. Objects under the bumper or near both ends of the
bumper cannot be displayed.
Obstructions above the upper image range of the camera are not displayed.
Under the following conditions, the screen mi ght be difficult to view, however this does
not indicate a problem.
The temperature near the lens is high/low.
Rainy conditions, water droplets on the camera, or high humidity.
Mud or foreign matter near the camera.
Extremely bright light such as sunlight or headlights hitting the camera lens directly.
The surroundings are illuminated by vehicle lights, fluorescent lights, or LED lights
(display may flicker).
Extremely small dark or white dots appear on the screen (dots may flicker).
Because the 360°View Monitor camera uses a special lens, the distance displayed on the
screen differs from the actual distance.
Obstructions displayed on the screen may appear differently than in actuality.
(Obstructions may appear fallen, larger, or longer than they actually are.)
Do not apply stickers to a camera or the area around it. In addition, do not install
accessories or an illuminated number/character license plate to the area around a
camera. Otherwise, the camera may not correctly display the surrounding conditions.
Only rear and rear wide images displayed on the monitor from the 360° view monitor
camera are reversed images (mirror images).
Free/open source software information
This product includes free/open sources. Information about the licensing and source code
is available at the following URL.
https://www.denso.com/global/en/opensource/svss/mazda/
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▼Types of Images Displayed on the Screen
Top view/Front view
Displays the image of the area around the vehicle and the vehic
le front.
Front view screenTop view screen

Top view/Front wide view
Displays the image of the area around the vehicle and the front
of the vehicle (wide-area).
Front wide view screenTop view screen

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