MAZDA MODEL CX-7 2008 Quick Start Guide (in English)

•  
Travel, journey, explore, zoom-zoom. Y ou’ll always know 
where you’re headed, wherever you go.
•    
Never read an old-fashioned paper map again. With a 
DVD map database of the entire country and GPS satellites 
displaying your exact location at any given moment, you can 
go anywhere. And, with a 7-inch touch screen plus voice 
command recognition, this hi-tech navigation system is both 
safe and easy to use.
•   Need to know where to exit for local attractions? No 
problem. The Mazda Navigation System can pinpoint millions 
of points of interest in over 40 different categories and get 
you there, providing both audible and 
visual guidance. When 
you’re looking for entertainment, find restaurants, golf 
courses and other local attractions. Even in a strange city, 
you’ll feel more secure with directions to everything from 
police stations to gas stations. As an added convenience, 
get instant directions to ATM’s, airports, or even hotels and 
shopping.
Automatic Rerouting 
Your route will automatically recalculate if you miss a turn or 
depart from the original guidance
Turn List Mode
When  selected,  the  navigation  system  displays  turn-by-turn 
information  on  one  half  of  the  screen,  and  the  map  on  the  other
Voice Guidance
Audible directions given through the stereo speakers alert 
you of your next maneuver; press the Voice button and say 
“Repeat” to hear the last command given
Zoom
Choose from 13 scales/levels of magnification; a zoom 
magnification level of less than one mile is required to show 
icons on the map
Touch Screen
Control most aspects of the navigation system with your 
fingertips, using the 7-inch high-definition touch screen Your vehicle’s navigation system is equipped with a Voice 
Recognition function for added safety and convenience. This 
feature allows you to control many aspects of the system 
using only your voice. To initiate voice recognition the VOICE 
button 
on the steering wheel must be pressed. Once engaged, 
the system will beep and wait for your response if additional 
information is necessary.
•    The Map Data DVD contains navigable road data for all of 
the continental United States and parts of Canada. This road 
data includes information such as city names, street names, 
and over 150 attributes associated with each road segment. 
One-way streets, turn restrictions, and medians are all 
included attributes in your Map Data DVD.
•   The Map Database is continually updated by NAVTEQ to 
provide additional coverage, and account for changes in 
both the road network and points 
of interest. Purchasing 
map updates when available is recommended to ensure your 
system operates using the most current information.
•    Map and software version numbers can be found by entering 
the Navigation Set Up menu, then selecting Calibration and 
Map Version. To get more information about the Map Data 
and/or updates, contact the Mazda Customer Assistance 
Center at 800.222.5500.
Know where you are, and where you’re going.Key
Features
Voice Commands 
Map
Database
Facts
Navigation Related Commands
“Repeat” “ATM”
“Zoom In / Out” “I’m Hungry”
“Voice Guidance Off / On” “Airport”
“Detour” “Shopping Mall”
“Rest Area” “POI Off”
“Gas Station” “Cancel”
“Hotel” “Enter Destination”
“Hospital” “Go to Preset Destination [#]”
“Police Station” “Go Home”
*“Display Day” *“Display Night”
“Show Map” “Turn List”
See owner’s manual for a complete list of commands.
*These will change the “backlighting” of the system screen.
ZOOM-ZOOM
I can’t find my destination address?
Check that you 
have selected the correct search area for your 
destination address. Also ensure that you have selected the 
correct region to search on the “Destination Entry” screen. 
(see Search Area of this guide). Due to changes in the road 
network, i.e. expansion of home sub-divisions, it is possible the 
address is not contained on your map.
Why doesn’t my system route me the way I
expect to go?
Delete

 any old route points still stored as destinations or 
waypoints by selecting stored locations. Check that you do  
not

 have any avoid areas saved along your chosen route. Also 
check your Route Option settings.
Why can’t I see the navigation display with my
sunglasses on?
The
 display uses polarization technology, and may not be 
viewed with some 
polarized sunglasses. Try wearing non-
polarized sunglasses while in your vehicle.
How many languages are available?
You

 can select from 3 languages - English, Spanish or French. 
Manage your language selection through the Navigation  
Set-Up

 menu.
How do I synchronize my information clock
to the navigation clock?
Ensure
 the vehicle is in an open area where GPS signal can  
be

 received. To verify GPS signal, turn the ignition on and  
look
 for the blue “GPS” icon in the top left corner of the 
navigation screen. If no “GPS” icon appears, the vehicle  
may

 need to be driven. Once a GPS signal has been 
established, verify that the information display clock  
time

 matches the navigation system clock.
Frequently
Asked
Questions
 
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Mazda CX-7
Navigation System
INFORMATION AND QUICK START GUIDE

Navigation Menu
A   (Destination Entry) – Set a destination using various  
entry
 methods
B   (Address Book) – Store up to 106 addresses (100 Memory 
Points, 5 Pre-Set Destinations, 1 Home)
C (Cancel Guidance) 
– Cancel the calculated route guidance 
to a destination
D (Route Options) 
– During guidance you can specify 
preferences, add a way point, or view the turn list
E (Volume) 
– Adjust the volume of the system’s voice guidance
F (Set Clock) 
– Adjust the vehicle and navigation clock
G (Navigation Set Up) 
– Customize the system to your liking
Route Options
A (Route Preference) 
– Edit your route calculation 
preferences. Choose to avoid toll and/or major roads,  
restricted
 roads, and ferries
B (Destination & Way Point) 
– Delete or  edit your 
destination and up to 5 Way Points
C (Display Route) 
– Preview a simulation of your route on the 
map screen
D (Detour) 
– Recalculate your route by detouring 1, 3, 5 miles 
or even the entire route
E (Turn List) 
– Displays all turns required to reach your final 
destination
AB CDE
AB CDEF
G
1   NAVI –  Displays the navigation screen and the vehicle’s 
present location
2   MENU – Brings up the Navigation Menu
3  RTN  – Returns to the previous screen
4   DISP – Adjust the screen display
On-Screen Buttons 
– Operable buttons are illuminated
When the system powers on, the Caution screen is displayed. 
Please read and press Agree to continue using the Mazda 
Navigation System.

Destination Entry (Part 1)
A (Change) 
– Set your region (Search Area) for quicker searches 
B (Address) 
– Select destination by address
C (Point of Interest) 
– Search and route to POIs several 
different ways
D (Emergency) 
– Provides quick access to police stations and 
hospitals nearest to your location
E (Memory Point) 
– Save and customize up to 100 
destinations
F (Home) 
– Once set, you can navigate home from anywhere at 
the touch of a button
G (Preset Destinations) 
– Save up to 5 frequently used 
destinations
Destination Entry (Part 2)
A (Preset Destinations)B (Previous Destinations) – Select from the last 100 
destinations entered
C (Intersection) 
– Locate a specific intersection
D (Freeway On Ramp / Off Ramp) 
– Route to freeway 
entrances or exits
E (Coordinates) 
– Select a destination using specific 
coordinates
F (Select from Map) 
– Choose a destination using crosshairs 
on the map screen

Search Area
1 Under Destination Entry, select Change2 Select the desired search area and press OK
 
Address Entry
1 From the Destination Entry menu, select Address2 Select City – this will narrow your search and enable 
 
predictive
 text
3 Select Street and enter the street name. Do not include prefix, 
suffix, or street types (for S. Main Ave, enter Main)
4 Enter the house number and  press OK
Point of Interest
From the Destination Entry Menu, select Point of Interest
A (Name) 
– Enter the name of the place your searching for
B (City) 
– Search for a POI in a specific city.
C (Category) 
– Select from millions of POIs in approximately 40  
different
 categories
D (Nearest) 
– Find the POIs closest to you
E (Phone Number) 
– Find a business using their phone number
Names and Functions Quick Start Guide
(For complete  operating  instructions,  see  your  owner’s  manual)
A
AB CDEFAB CDE
B CDEFG
FM/AM SAT CD MEDIA
SEEK
TRACK
PUSHPOWER/VOL
SCAN
AUDIO
LOAD
EJECT
NAVI
MENU RETDISP1
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Panel button On-screen button Panel button