USB MAZDA MODEL 6 2017 Owners Manual (in English)

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5Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and
audio system.
Climate Control System..................................................................... 5-2
Operating Tips ........................................................................\
....... 5-2
Vent Operation ........................................................................\
...... 5-3
Manual Type ........................................................................\
......... 5-5
Fully Automatic Type .................................................................... 5-9
Audio System ........................................................................\
............ 5-13
Antenna ........................................................................\
............... 5-13
Operating Tips for Audio System ............................................... 5-13
Audio Set ........................................................................\
............ 5-21
Audio Control Switch Operation ................................................ 5-41
AUX/USB mode ........................................................................\
. 5-43
Bluetooth
® ........................................................................\
................. 5-51
Bluetooth® ........................................................................\
........... 5-51
Bluetooth® Hands-Free ............................................................... 5-60
Bluetooth® Audio ........................................................................\
5-69
Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
.. 5-81
Interior Equipment ........................................................................\
.. 5-84
Sunvisors ........................................................................\
............. 5-84
Interior Lights ........................................................................\
..... 5-85
Accessory Sockets ...................................................................... 5-88
Cup Holder ........................................................................\
.......... 5-89
Bottle Holder ........................................................................\
....... 5-90
Storage Compartments ................................................................ 5-91
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Audio System
Operating Tips for USB device
This unit plays audio files as follows:
Extension Playback with this unit
.mp3 MP3
.wma WMA
.aac AAC
.m4a
.wav WAV
.ogg OGG
CAUTION
Do not use an audio file extension on
files other than audio files. In addition,
do not change the audio file extension.
Otherwise, the unit will not recognize
the file correctly resulting in noise or a
malfunction.
NOTE
 Playback may not be possible
depending on the type and condition of
the USB flash memory even if the audio
file complies with the standard above.
 A copyright protected WMA/AAC file
cannot be played in this unit.
 The order of the music data stored in
the device may differ from the playback
order.
 To prevent loss or damage of stored
data, we recommend that you always
back up your data.
 If a device exceeds the maximum
electric current value of 1,000 mA,
it may not operate or recharge when
connected.
 Do not pull out the USB device while in
the USB mode (only pull it out while in
FM/AM radio or CD mode).
 The device will not operate if the data is
password protected.
MP3/WMA/AAC/OGG files written under
specifications other than the indicated
specification may not play normally
or files/folder names may not display
correctly.
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Audio System
Operating the Radio
Radio ON
Select the
icon on the home screen to display the Entertainment screen. When selecting
the desired radio, the following icons are indicated in the lower part o\
f the center display.
AM/FM Radio
Icon Function
Displays the Entertainment menu. Use to switch to a different audio source.
Displays the station list.
Select
to display the frequencies of up to ten radio stations on the auto
memory preset list.
Select the desired frequency.
Displays the Favorites list. Long-press to store radio station currently\
being aired.
Switches the on and off. Displays the multi-cast channel list of the .
You can search for receivable radio stations.
Scanning stops at each station for about five seconds.
Select again to continue receiving the radio station.
You can change the radio frequency manually.
Rotate the commander knob, slide the screen, or touch the radio frequency.
Press
or to change the radio frequency one step at a time.
When or is long-pressed, the radio frequency changes continually. It stops when you
remove your hand from the icon or the commander knob.
Launches the iTunes Tagging function (for Apple devices with USB use only). Can be used
when the is on.
Automatic radio station selection.
When long-pressed, the radio frequency changes continually. It stops when you remove
your hand from the icon or the commander knob.
Displays sound settings to adjust audio quality level.
Refer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls on page 5-26.
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Audio System
NOTE
 If an analog broadcast is received once
and
is received while HD1 is
selected, the audio unit switches to the
station automatically.
 When the icon is illuminated, there
could be a noticeable difference in
sound quality and volume when a
change from digital to analog signals
occurs. If the sound quality and volume
become noticeably diminished or cut
off, select the
icon to turn off
( icon is not illuminated). Once an analog broadcast is received
when HD1 is selected from the Favorite
channels, it is switched to

automatically. If the radio reception
conditions are poor, or HD is off,
switching to
broadcasts is
not possible.
 When an HD specialty channel (HD2 to
HD8) is selected from the Favorite
channels, “Signal Lost” is displayed
and no audio is output until

is received. If the radio reception
conditions are poor, “Signal Lost”
continues to be displayed.
 If the icon is not illuminated,
information such as song titles of the
station are received,
however, the audio output is analog. iTunes Tagging (for Apple devices with
USB use only)
By tagging a song currently being aired,
the song can later be purchased from
the iTunes Store. One hundred tags
can be stored. A maximum of 100 tags
(for 100 songs) can be stored for later
downloading.
1.
Select the
icon. The tag is stored in
the audio unit.
2. Connect the device via the vehicle's
USB. Any stored tag(s) will be sent
automatically to the connected device.
3. Once at home or after parking the
vehicle safely, log onto the iTunes
Store with your device. Your previously
tagged song(s) can now be easily
purchased.
NOTE
 Both AM and FM can be
used.
 Because iTunes tagging only supports
purchases from the iTunes Store, direct
downloading of music from the vehicle's
audio unit is not possible.
 If the available memory for the
connected device is insufficient, the tag
is not sent.
 If an error occurs while the tag is being
sent, reconnect the device.
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Audio System
IconFunction
Plays a CD. When selected again, playback is temporarily stopped.
Advances to the beginning of the next song.
Long-press to fast forward. It stops when you remove your hand from the \
icon or the
commander knob.
Displays sound settings to adjust audio quality level.
Refer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls on page 5-26.
Example of use (When searching for
a song from the top level of an MP3/
WMA/AAC CD)
1. Select the
icon to display the
folder/file list at the top level.

2. When the folder is selected, folders/file
lists in the folder are displayed.
3. Select the desired song.
NOTE
 Select to move to a folder one level
higher.
 The appearance of the repeat and
shuffle icons changes depending on the
type of operation in which the function
is used.
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 cable.
In addition, audio can be played from the
vehicle audio device by connecting a USB
device to the USB port.
Refer to AUX/USB mode on page 5-43.
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Audio System
Ta bItem Function
System Tool Tips
Turns button explanations ON/OFF.
Language Changes the language.
Temperature Changes the setting between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
Distance Changes the setting between miles and kilometers.
Music Database Update Used to update Gracenote
®. Gracenote is used with
USB Audio, and provides:
1. Supplemental music information (Such as song name,
artist name)
2. Voice recognition assistance for Play Artist and Play
Album
Gracenote can be downloaded from the Mazda
Handsfree Website.
Refer to Gracenote Database on page 5-49.
Restore All Factory Settings Memory and settings are initialized to the factory
settings.
The initialization launches by selecting the
button.
About Agreements and
Disclaimers
Verify the disclaimer and agree.
Version Information Can verify the current audio unit OS version and
Gracenote Database version.
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Audio System
Seek Switch
AM/FM radio
Press the seek switch (
, ). The radio
switches to the next/previous stored station
in the order that it was stored.
Press and hold the seek switch (
, ) to
seek all usable stations at a higher or lower
frequency whether programmed or not.
Radio stations which have been previously
stored in the favorite radio can be called
up by pressing the seek switch (
, )
while any radio station stored in the
favorite radio is being received. Radio
stations can be called up in the order they
were stored with each press of the switch
(
, ).
USB Audio/Bluetooth® Audio /CD
Press the seek switch (
) to skip forward
to the beginning of the next track.
Press the seek switch (
) within a few
seconds after playback begins to track
down to the beginning of the previous
track.
Press the seek switch (
) after a few
seconds have elapsed to start playback
from the beginning of the current track.
Press and hold the seek switch (
, ) to
continuously switch the tracks up or down.
Pandora®/Aha™/Stitcher™ Radio
Press the seek switch (
) to skip forward
to the beginning of the next track.
Press and hold the seek switch (
) to
evaluate the playback of the current song
as “Like”.
Press and hold the seek switch (
) to
evaluate the playback of the current song
as “Dislike”.
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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.
NOTE
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.
USB port
Auxiliary jack
How to use AUX mode .......... page5-45
How to use USB mode ........... page5-46
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.)
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.
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Audio System
How to connect USB port/
Auxiliary jack
USB port Auxiliary jack
Connecting a device
1. Open the console lid.
2. Connect the connector on the device to
the USB port.
Connecting with a connector cable
1. Open the console lid.
2. Connect the device plug/connector
cable to the auxiliary jack/USB port.
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 shift lever:
Allowing the plug cord to become
tangled with 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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Audio System
How to use USB mode
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).
Playback
1. Select the
icon on the home screen to display the Entertainment screen.
2. Select
or to switch the USB 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.
Category list is displayed.
Current track list is displayed.
Select a desired track to play it.
Plays the current track repeatedly.
Select it again to play the tracks in the current track list repeatedly.
When selected again, the function is canceled.
Tracks in the current track list are played randomly.
Select it again to cancel.
Starts playing a track similar to the current track using Gracenote's More Like This™.
Select the desired song from the category list to cancel More Like This™.
If selected within a few seconds from the beginning of a song which has \
started to play, the
previous song is selected.
If more than a few seconds have elapsed, the song currently being played\
is replayed from
the beginning.
Long-press to fast reverse. It stops when you remove your hand from the \
icon or the
commander knob.
Track is played. When selected again, playback is temporarily stopped.
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