AUX MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR 2016 User Guide

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Interior Features
Audio System
AUX/USB 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 cable is required.
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for
details.
In addition, audio can be played from the
vehicle audio device by connecting a USB
device to the USB port.
N O T E
(Type B)
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.

Type A (Without CD player)


Auxiliary jack/USB port

Type A (With CD player)


Auxiliary jack/USB port

Type B (Without CD player)


Auxiliary jackUSB port

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Audio System
Type B (With CD player)

Auxiliary jack
USB port


How to use AUX mode (Type A) ................................ page 5-62

How to use USB mode (Type A) ................................ page 5-64

How to use iPod mode (Type A) ................................ page 5-68

How to use AUX mode (Type B) ................................ page 5-71

How to use USB mode (Type B) ................................ page 5-71
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.

CAUTION
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.)

N O T E
 y This mode may not be usable depending
on the portable audio device to be
connected.
 y Before using the auxiliary jack/USB
port, refer to the instruction manual for
the portable audio device.
 y 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.
 y  To prevent discharging of the battery,
do not use the auxiliary input for long
periods with the engine off or idling.
 y 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.

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Interior Features
Audio System
How to connect USB port/Auxiliary jack
Type A (Without CD player)


Auxiliary jack
USB port

Type A (With CD player)


USB port Auxiliary jack

Type B (Without CD player)


Auxiliary jack
USB port

Type B (With CD player)


USB port Auxiliary jack

Connecting a device
1. Open the console lid (with 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 cable
1. Open the console lid (with CD player).
2. If there is a cover on the AUX jack or USB port, remove the cover.
3. Connect the device plug/connector cable to the auxiliary jack/USB port.
For vehicles with a CD player, pass the
device plug/connector cable 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.

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Interior Features
Audio System
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.
How to use AUX mode (Type A)
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 fr om
the auxiliary jack while in AUX mode,
noise may occur.
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Interior Features
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 5-42.
NOTE
 If a device is not connected to the auxiliary jack, the mode does not sw\
itch to the AUX
mode. Adjust the audio volume using the portable audio device, commander switc\
h, or audio
control switch. Audio adjustments can also be made using the portable audio device's vol\
ume 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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Interior Features
Bluetooth®
Audio Operation Using Voice Recognition (Type B)
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 specified name and number are put
into the {}.
Voice command FunctionCorresponding 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) Bluetooth (Audio) Switches the audio source to BT audio. All
(Go to/Play) Pandora Switches the audio source to Pandora
®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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Bluetooth®
*Some models.
Bluetooth® Audio (Type A)*
Applicable Bluetooth® specification
(Recommended)
Ver. 2.0
Response profile
 A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile) Ver. 1.0/1.2 AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control
Profile) Ver. 1.0/1.3
A2DP is a profile which transmits only
audio to the Bluetooth
® unit. If your
Bluetooth® audio device corresponds
only to A2DP, but not AVRCP, you
cannot operate it using the control panel
of the vehicle's audio system. In this
case, only the operations on the mobile
device are available the same as when a
portable audio device for a non-compliant
Bluetooth
® device is connected to the
AUX terminal.
Function A2DPAVRCP
Ver. 1.0 Ver. 1.3
Playback —XX
Pause —XX
File (Track) up/down —XX
Reverse —— X
Fast-forward —— X
Text display —— X
X: Available
—: Not available
NOTE
 The battery consumption of Bluetooth®
audio devices increases while
Bluetooth
® is connected. If a general mobile phone device is
USB connected during music playback
over the Bluetooth® connection, the
Bluetooth® connection is disconnected.
For this reason, you cannot have music
playback over a Bluetooth
® connection
and music playback using a USB
connection at the same time.
 The system may not operate normally
depending on the Bluetooth® audio
device.
How to Use the Bluetooth® Audio
System
Switching to Bluetooth® audio mode
To listen to music or voice audio recorded
to a Bluetooth
® audio device, switch to
the Bluetooth® audio mode to operate
the audio device using the audio system
control panel. Any Bluetooth
® audio
device must be paired to the vehicle's
Bluetooth
® unit before it can be used.
Refer to Bluetooth® Preparation (Type A)
on page 5-80.
1. Turn on the Bluetooth® audio device's
power.
2. Switch the ignition to ACC or ON.
Make sure that the “ ” symbol is
displayed in the audio display. The
symbol is not displayed if an un-paired
Bluetooth
® audio device is being used
or the vehicle's Bluetooth® unit has a
malfunction.
NOTE
Some Bluetooth® audio devices need a
certain amount of time before the “
”
symbol is displayed.
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Bluetooth®
A2DP is a profile which transmits only
audio to the Bluetooth® unit. If your
Bluetooth® audio device corresponds
only to A2DP, but not AVRCP, you
cannot operate it using the control panel
of the vehicle's audio system. In this
case, only the operations on the mobile
device are available the same as when a
portable audio device for a non-compliant
Bluetooth
® device is connected to the
AUX terminal.
Function A2DP AVRCP
Ver. 1.0 Ver. 1.3 Ver. 1.4
Playback XX X X
Pause XX X X
File (Track)
up/down —
X X X
Reverse —— XX
Fast-forward —— XX
Text display —— XX
Repeat ——
Depends
on
device Depends
on
device
Shuffle ——Depends
on
device Depends
on
device
Scan ——Depends
on
device Depends
on
device
Folder up/
down —
— —Depends
on
device
X: Available
—: Not available
NOTE
 The battery consumption of Bluetooth®
audio devices increases while
Bluetooth
® is connected. If a general mobile phone device is
USB connected during music playback
over the Bluetooth® connection, the
Bluetooth® connection is disconnected.
For this reason, you cannot have music
playback over a Bluetooth
® connection
and music playback using a USB
connection at the same time.
 The system may not operate normally
depending on the Bluetooth® audio
device.
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
The following conditions indicate that the
battery power is low:
 The KEY indicator light (green) flashes
in the instrument cluster for about 30
seconds after the engine is turned off.
 The system does not operate and
the operation indicator light on the
transmitter does not flash when the
buttons are pressed.
 The system's operational range is
reduced.
Replacing the battery at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer is recommended to prevent
damage to the key. If replacing the battery
by yourself, follow the instruction below.
Replacing the key battery
1. Press the knob and pull out the
auxiliary key.
Knob
2. Twist a tape-wrapped flathead
screwdriver in the direction of the
arrow and open the cover slightly.
Cove r
3. Insert the tape-wrapped flathead
screwdriver into the gap and slide it in
the direction of the arrow.
Cover
Gap
4. Twist the flathead screwdriver in the
direction of the arrow and remove the
cover.
Cover
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
5. Remove the battery cap, then remove
the battery.
6. Insert a new battery with the positive
pole facing up, and then cover the
battery with the battery cap.
7. Close the cover.
8. Reinsert the auxiliary key .
CAUTION
 Be careful not to allow the rubber ring
shown in the figure to be scratched or
damaged.
 If the rubber ring detaches, reattach it
before inserting a new battery.
Rubber ring
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