navigation MAZDA MODEL 6 2012 Navigation Manual (in English)
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©2010 Mazda North American OperationsPrinted in U.S.A. (Print1)
Before Use
Gettingstarted
Routing
Address Book
Voice 
Recognition
Volume
If
necessary Traffic
InformationPreparationNAVIGATION 
SYSTEM
Immediate use
Advanced use
If necessary
Audio
Operation
Others useBluetooth
Hands-Free
License
Steering
Switch
Audio System
Rear View
MonitorRear View MonitorSee page 115 for specific information.
See page  5  for specific information. See page  5  for specific information. See page  4  for specific information.
See page  4  for specific information.
See page  73  for specific information.
See page 117 for specific information. 
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Navigation 
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Before Use
Accessories
Please contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer if you are missing any 
of the following accessories.
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Map Disc
l Owner’s Manual
CAUTION:THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT.
HOWEVER THIS PRODUCT USES A VISIBLE/INVISIBLE 
LASER BEAM WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS 
RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED.
BE SURE TO OPERATE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY AS 
INSTRUCTED.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR 
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE 
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS 
RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO 
NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO 
QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
Laser products:Wave length: 650 nm
Laser power: No hazardous radiation is emitted with safety protection. 
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Contents
Preparation
nBefore Use
Accessories ........................................................................................ 2
Laser products ................................................................................... 2
Contents ............................................................................................. 4
Safety Information .............................................................................. 6
Introduction ........................................................................................ 8
(Use This Product Safety), (Navigation System), 
(Beep sound and voice guidance restrictions while using Bluetooth 
Hands-Free), (Screens), (LCD (Liquid crystal display))
Names and Functions ........................................................................ 9
Immediate use
nGetting startedlActivation....................................................................................... 11(Removing the Map Disc), (On-screen Buttons)
lMenu ............................................................................................. 14lSet Clock ....................................................................................... 15lNavigation Setup ........................................................................... 16(User Settings), (Quick POI Selection), (Language), 
(Map Configuration), (Calibration), (Restore System Defaults)
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Screen Names and Functions....................................................... 25(Screens Before Setting Route), (Screens During Route Guidance), 
(Screen adjustments, beep alert and other settings)
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Screen change .............................................................................. 28(Map orientation), (Map scale)
nRoutinglDestination Entry and Route Search............................................. 30(Change (Change Search Area)), (Address), (Point of interest), 
(Emergency), (Memory Point), (Home), (Preset Destinations), 
(Previous Destinations), (Freeway On/Off Ramp), (Coordinates), 
(Select from map)
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Quick POI ...................................................................................... 38(Displaying POI(s) on a Map), (Local Search), 
(Deleting POI Markers), (Showing POI Data)
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Character Entry ............................................................................. 39(Street name, city name, and other input), 
(House phone number, and other input)
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Direct Destination Input................................................................. 40(Direct Destination Input), (Selecting Route)
lPOI Icons on Maps / Cancel Guidance ......................................... 41(POI (Point of Interest) Icons), (Cancel Guidance)
lRoute Options ............................................................................... 42(Route Preferences), (Modification of Destination or Way Point Positions), (Deletion of Destination or Way Points), (Detour), (Turn List), (Display Route), (Route Preview), (Setting the conditions for simulation run) 
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nAddress BooklAddress Book ................................................................................ 46(Memory Point Storage), (Memory Point Confirmation and Modification), (Preset Destinations or Home storage), (Memory Point Deletion), 
(All Memory Point Deletion), (Displays Icons at Memory Points), 
(Avoid Area Storage), (Avoid Area Confirmation and Modification), 
(Avoid Area Deletion), (All Avoid Area Deletion), 
(Previous Destination Deletion), (All Previous Destination Deletion)
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Voice RecognitionlVoice Recognition .......................................................................... 50(Voice Recognition Structure), (Select the Language), (Voice Recognition Basic Usage Pattern), (Cancel Voice Recognition), 
(Switch Operation List), (Voice Recognition Command), (Help function)
nVo l u m elVolume........................................................................................... 58nTraffic InformationlTraffic Information .......................................................................... 60(All Traffic Events), (Traffic On Route), (Delete Avoid Traffic Events), 
(Select Traffic Information), (Dynamic navigation), (Voice guidance), 
(Select Station)
If necessary
nIf necessarylPrecautions/System Performance ................................................. 64(Voice Guidance), (GPS (Global Positioning System)), (Map Matching), (Positioning Accuracy), (Route Guide), (Route Search)
lTroubleshooting ............................................................................. 68(Verification First), (Error Messages)
lMaintenance .................................................................................. 71(Care of the Product), (Handling and Care of Map Discs) 
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Safety Information
n
Read this owner’s manual for your Navigation System carefully before using the system. 
It contains instructions about how to use the system in a safe and effective manner. 
Mazda assumes no responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions 
given in this manual.
n This manual uses pictographs to show you how to use the product safely and to alert you to potential 
dangers resulting from improper connections and operation. The meanings of the pictographs are 
explained below. It is important that you fully understand the pictographs and explanations in order to 
use this manual and the system properly.
WarningWarning
The presence of this Warning symbol in the text is intended to 
alert you to the importance of heeding the operation 
instructions. Failure to heed the instructions may result in 
severe injury or death.
nDo not keep your eyes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system 
while driving.
Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time 
spent on viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving. 
Operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and can 
cause accidents. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use the parking brake 
before operating the system.
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Always obey local traffic regulations. Your guided route may include roads that are not open to vehicles or are closed due to 
traffic regulations. Comply with the local traffic regulations and take another route.
n
Do not use the unit when it is out of order.If the unit is out of order (no image, no sound) or in an abnormal state (has foreign matter 
in it, is exposed to water, is smoking, or smells), then turn it off immediately and consult 
with an Expert dealer, we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Using the unit in an 
out-of-order condition may lead to accidents, fires, or electric shocks.
n
Use the proper power supply. This product is designed for operation with a negative grounded 12 V DC battery system.
n
Do not disassemble. Do not disassemble the product or attempt to repair it yourself. If the product needs to be 
repaired, take it to an Authorized dealer, we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Warnings 
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Operation is subject to the following two conditions; 
(1) this device may not cause interference, and 
(2) this device must accept any interference, 
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
This Category II radiocommunication device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-310.
CautionCaution
The presence of this Caution symbol in the text is intended to 
alert you to the importance of heeding the operation 
instructions. Failure to heed the instructions may result in injury 
or material damage.
nDo not use the product where it is exposed to water, moisture, or dust. Exposure to water, moisture, or dust may lead to smoke, fire, or other damage to the unit. 
Make especially sure that the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainy days.
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Keep the voice guidance volume at an appropriate level. Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic conditions while driving.
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Protect the Deck Mechanism.Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit.
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This navigation system is designed ex clusively for use in automobiles.This navigation system should only be installed in an automobile. Do not install it in a 
ship, aircraft, or any other vehicles except an automobile. Do not use it detached from the 
vehicle.
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Do not insert or allow your hand or fingers to be caught in the unit. To prevent injury, do not get your hand or fingers caught in moving parts or in the disc 
slot. Especially watch out for infants.
Cautions 
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Introduction
nExtremely low or high temperatures may interfere with normal operationThe inside of the vehicle can become very hot or cold when it is parked for extended 
periods in direct sunlight or in cold places with the engine turned off. The navigation system 
may not operate normally under such circumstances. Turn off the navigation system until 
the inside of the vehicle has cooled down or warmed up. If the system does not operate 
thereafter, consult an Authorized Dealer, we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
This navigation system utilizes GPS* satellite signals, a speed sensor and gyrosensor to track 
and display your vehicle’s current position, and to guide you from your starting point to your 
destination along a calculated route.
* : GPS (Global Positioning System) is a position de tecting system utilizing the signals from GPS satellites 
deployed by the U.S. Defense Department.
The beep sound and voice guidance related to the navigation system operation are not heard 
while a Bluetooth Hands-Free is being used.
Screens displayed in this manual may differ from those on the actual display.
Direct sunlight or other outside light sources makes it difficult to view the images on the 
display. For moonroof-equipped vehicles, close the sunshade to better view the display.
Use This Product Safety
Navigation System
Beep sound and  voice guidance restrictions while 
using Bluetooth Hands-Free
Screens
LCD (Liquid crystal display) 
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Names and Functions
The navigation system can be operated by pressing a button on the panel (panel button) or 
selecting a button displayed on the screen (on-screen button).POWER/VOLUME dial: Turn the audio unit on/off by pressing the dial. The volume can  be adjusted by turning the dial.
LOAD/EJECT button: Load and Eject CD. If the display is left in the lowered position  for a certain period of time, a beep sound is heard and the 
display closes automatically.
SOURCE button: Change the audio source.
•   and   on-screen buttons : FM/AM broadcast reception.
•   on-screen button : CD mode
•   on-screen button : Satellite radio
•   and   on-screen buttons : Image and Sound playback  is possible using a portable audio player connected to an 
external input terminal.
*1
Sound playback is possible using an audio player connected 
to an external input terminal.*1
AUX1: External sound
AUX2: External image & sound (if equipped)
•   on-screen button: iPod mode
•   on-screen button : BT-Audio mode
SEEK/TRACK up button: Tune by pressing shortly and search by pressing long, in 
SEEK/TRACK down button:AM/FM mode. Performs track skip (short press) and fast-
foward/reverse (long press) in CD mode.
LOAD /
PUSHPOWERPUSHAUDIO
VOL
SOURCE
SCAN
SEEK
TRACK
MAP
DISP
MENU
VOICE RETURN
TUNE
On-screen buttonPanel buttonPanel button
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SCAN button:
Performs scanning operation in FM/AM, CD and Satellite radio 
modes.
TUNE AUDIO dial: The audio display screen can be switched on or off by pressing  the dial.
Turning the dial changes the radio station frequency.
MAP button
*2 : Used to display a map of the current location while in 
navigation mode.
RETURN button
*2 : Button used to return to the previous navigation screen.
MENU button
*2 : Menu screen display (various settings).
VOICE button
*2 : Used to replay a voice navigation assist from the navigation  system.
DISP button: Screen brightness/contrast mode selection and adjustment  display.
*1 : The external input terminal is not equipped on your vehicle because it is not standard equipment.
*2 : For navigation unit operation
Note
lIf there is no response after selecting the on-screen button, remove your finger from the 
screen and select it again.
l On-screen buttons that cannot be operated are not illuminated.
Route color, icon color
Freeway: green
Local road: yellow ochre
Traffic jam track (closure): black
Traffic jam track (congestion rate high): red
Traffic jam line (congestion rate moderate): yellow
Select the on-screen button lightly with your finger.
Selecting the on-screen buttons using objects that have a hard or sharp end such 
as a ball point pen or mechanical pencil could cause a malfunction.
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Caution 
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Getting started
Activation
Insert the map disc into the unit to start the Mobile Navigation System.
nData coverage area of map disc
Regarding the data coverage area, refer to the case of the navigation map disc.
The following function data are recorded in each area disc.
lPoint of Interest search
l Address search
l Intersection search
l Freeway On Ramp / Off Ramp search
l Phone Number search
Note
lThe map disc cannot be inserted or ejected while the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
l Remember that the battery can run down if the ignition switch is kept in the ACC or ON 
position for a long time while the engine not running.
nMap Disc
l Refer to “Handling and Care of Map Discs” to know how to handle a map 
disc ( page 71).
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Switch the ignition to ACC or ON and press .
Disc AHAWAII PUERTO RICODisc B
HAWAII PUERTO RICO
Cautions
LOAD /
PUSHPOWER
VOL
LOAD /
SOURCE