navigation system MAZDA MODEL CX-9 2008 Owners Manual (in English)

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Interior Equipment (View B)
Audio control switches ...................................................................................... page 6-46
SRS air bags ...................................................................................................... page 2-49
Cruise control switches ...................................................................................... page 5-19
Information display .......................................................................................... page 6-123
Climate control system ........................................................................................ page 6-2
Hazard warning flasher switch .......................................................................... page 5-68
Audio system ..................................................................................................... page 6-17
Glove box ........................................................................................................ page 6-128
Accessory socket ............................................................................................. page 6-131
AT shift lever ...................................................................................................... page 5-10
Seat warmer switches .......................................................................................... page 2-9
Rear window defroster switch ........................................................................... page 5-66
Phone button .................................................................................................... page 6-103
Hood release handle .......................................................................................... page 3-44
Coin box .......................................................................................................... page 6-128
Navigation system (if equipped) .......................................... Refer to the separate manual
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Interior Overview
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Rear
Liftgate .............................................................................................................. page 3-29
Rear wiper blade ................................................................................................ page 8-29
Rear window antenna ........................................................................................ page 6-17
Child safety lock ................................................................................................ page 3-28
Outside mirror .................................................................................................... page 3-58
Tires ................................................................................................................... page 8-33
Navigation system (if equipped) .......................................... Refer to the separate manual
Light bulbs ......................................................................................................... page 8-37
Rear view parking camera (if equipped) .............................. Refer to the separate manual
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
Exterior Overview
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Audio Control Switch
Operation (Steering Wheel)
When the audio unit is turned on,
operation of the audio unit from the
steering wheel is possible.
NOTE
Because the audio unit will be turned off under
the following conditions, the switches will be
inoperable.
lWhen the ignition switch is turned to the
LOCK position.
lWhen the power button on the audio unit is
pressed and the audio unit is turned off.
lWhen CD being played is ejected. (For the
In-dash CD changer, when all CDs are
ejected.)
Without navigation system
Mute switch
Volume switchSeek switch Mode switch
With navigation system
Use the VOICE switch for navigation
system sound operation.
For details, refer to the separate manual
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM”.
VOICE switch
Volume switchSeek switch Mode switch
NOTElThe VOICE switch is operable with the
audio unit turned off.
lMazda has installed this system to prevent
distraction while driving the vehicle and
using audio controls on the dashboard.
Always make safe driving your first priority.
qAdjusting the Volume
To increase the volume, pull up the
volume switch.
To decrease the volume, press down the
volume switch.
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Sound Output
qSound Output from Vehicle Speakers
Vehicles with audio system
Change the audio system to the Rear Entertainment System mode. Sound/Music being
played by the Rear Entertainment System can be heard from the vehicle speakers.
For audio operation, refer to“Audio System”(page 6-17).
Press the MEDIA button (
) on the audio unit or the mode switch () of the
audio control switch.“RSES”is displayed on the information display and it changes to the
Rear Entertainment System sound.
Adjust the volume with the dial on the audio unit.
Vehicles with navigation system
Change the navigation system to the Rear Entertainment System mode. Sound/Music being
played by the Rear Entertainment System can be heard from the vehicle speakers.
For navigation system operation, refer to the separate manual“NAVIGATION SYSTEM”.
Press the MEDIA button (
) on the navigation unit or the mode switch () of the
audio control switch.“RSES”is displayed on the information display and it changes to the
Rear Entertainment System sound.
Adjust the volume with the dial on the navigation unit.
qUsing the Headphone Speakers
CAUTION
ØFor safety reasons, the driver should never wear the headphones while driving.
Not being able to hear sound outside of the vehicle could result in a serious
accident.
ØUse the headphones with the volume set at moderate level. Listening at an
excessive volume level for extended periods of time will have an adverse effect on
your hearing ability.
ØIf the headphone arms are spread excessively is could result in damage.
ØDo not apply excessive force to the headphones or get them wet. Also, do not
leave the headphones in a place exposed to direct sunlight or high temperature. It
could cause a malfunction.
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DVD video, DVD audio,
Video CD, Audio CD and
MP3/WMA CD Playback
(Disc Mode)
DVD video, DVD audio, Video CD,
Audio CD, and MP3/WMA CD can be
played in the Disc mode.
CAUTION
For safe driving, adjust the volume
while driving so that ambient sound
can be heard.
NOTE
lDo not use the Rear Entertainment System
for a long period with the engine off. The
vehicle battery could run down.
lTo listen to the Rear Entertainment System
sound from the vehicle speakers, change the
audio or navigation system sound to the
Rear Entertainment System sound.
Refer to Sound on page 6-69.
lTo listen to audio other than from the
speakers of the rear entertainment system, it
is necessary to use the wireless headphones
that are included. For headphone
specification, refer to
“Operation Tips for Headphones”(page
6-59).
lThe cooling fan of this unit may activate if
the temperature of the unit is high, however,
this does not indicate a malfunction.
qBasic Operation
Power ON/OFF
Turning on the power
The Rear Entertainment System
automatically turns on when any of the
following operations are done with the
ignition switch in the ACC or ON
position.
lThe display is open and a disc is
inserted.
lThe POWER button on the remote
controller is pressed.
Turning off
The Rear Entertainment System turns off
when any of the following operations are
done.
lThe POWER button on the remote
controller is pressed.
lThe ignition switch is turned to the
LOCK position.
lThe display is closed.
Playback
The top menu or disc menu may be
displayed on the monitor screen when a
disc is played. From these menus, the disc
functions can be performed.
Refer to Top menu and disc menu on page
6-77.
NOTE
lFor some discs, the top menu or disc menu
may be displayed automatically after
playback.
lRefer to the instruction manual attached to
the disc for the top menu or disc menu.
When no disc is inserted
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or
ON position.
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NOTElThe display angle change is not available
for discs other than multi-angle recorded
DVD discs. Refer to the instruction manual
accompanying the disc for details.
lThe screen size and angle can be changed
when On-Screen Mark and Angle Mark is
off.
Mode Priority
The priority of the inserted discs (CD-R/
CD-RW) can be selected.
Audio
Digital Output
Not used with this unit.
Audio DRC
The audio dynamic range can be adjusted
to reduce the difference between the
maximum and minimum audio output.
Audio compression of the DVD video
playback can be selected or deselected
during playback using the following
modes:
Mode Function
NONE Playback with normal volume
LINELower volume is increased to
reduce difference in volume range.
RFUse when it is still difficult to hear
sound while using LINE.
Sound quality is reduced while
using RF.
NOTE
Only sound output from the headphones is
available.
Auxiliary Input (AUX mode)
In AUX mode, AV equipment such as a
video game player or a video camera can
be used by connecting the image and
sound cables to the auxiliary terminals.
NOTE
lBefore operating, read the instruction
manual accompanying the AV equipment to
be used.
lTo listen to the Rear Entertainment System
sound from the vehicle speakers, change the
audio or navigation system sound to the
Rear Entertainment System sound.
Refer to Sound on page 6-69.
To listen to audio other than from the
speakers of the rear entertainment system, it
is necessary to use the wireless headphones
that are included. For headphone
specification, refer to
“Operation Tips for Headphones”(page
6-59).
lThe cooling fan for this unit may activate if
the temperature of the unit is high, however,
this does not indicate a malfunction.
qAuxiliary Terminals and Power
Outlet
The auxiliary terminals and power outlet
are positioned as shown in the figure.
Power outlet
(AC115V)
Auxiliary
terminals
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Symptoms and Actions
If any malfunction is suspected, verify the following before requesting a repair.
If the problem cannot be solved after performing the procedure, have the system inspected
at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Some functions are not available depending on the disc. Read the instruction manual
attached to the disc before operating.
Symptom Cause Action
System
cannot be
turned onThe ignition switch is in the LOCK
position.Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
The remote controller batteries are
weak.Replace the batteries with new ones.
Refer to Remote Controller on page 6-67.
Remote controller batteries poles are
pointed in the wrong direction.Install the batteries in the correct direction.
Refer to Remote Controller on page 6-67.
The vehicle battery is weak. Recharge or replace the vehicle battery.
The cabin temperature
(Rear Entertainment System unit tem-
perature) is high.Retry after the temperature has lowered.
Image
cannot be
displayedThe ignition switch is in the LOCK
position.Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
No disc is inserted. Insert a disc.
An invalid disc is inserted.Insert a disc which can be played by this unit.
Refer to Operating Tips for Discs on page 6-52.
The wrong mode has been selected.Select the correct mode by pressing the SOURCE button.
Refer to Mode on page 6-73.
Disc cannot
be playedNo disc is inserted. Insert a disc.
Disc is inserted upside down. Insert the disc with the label-side up.
Parent lock level is set. Clear or change the parent lock level.
Sound
cannot be
outputThe ignition switch is in the LOCK
position.Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
Volume is too low. Adjust the volume.
The audio unit/navigation system is not
set in the Rear Entertainment System
mode.Set the audio unit/navigation system in the Rear
Entertainment System mode.
Refer to Sound Output on page 6-69.
An invalid disc has been inserted.Insert a disc which can be played by this unit.
Refer to Operating Tips for Discs on page 6-52.
No disc is inserted. Insert a disc.
Disc is inserted upside down. Insert the disc with the label-side up.
Playback has been paused. Cancel the pause.
The playback is in slow, fast-forward, or
reverse mode.Select normal playback.
Refer to Basic operation on page 6-74.
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Bluetooth Hands-Freeí
qWhat is a Bluetooth Hands-Free?
Bluetooth Hands-Free Outline
By connecting a Bluetooth equipped
mobile telephone to the hands-free unit
equipped on the vehicle, making and
receiving calls are possible using the
phone button located on the steering
wheel and voice commands.
Bluetooth equipped mobile telephone
A Bluetooth equipped mobile telephone
communicates with the hands-free unit
equipped on the vehicle using radio
transmission (Bluetooth).
For example, if the mobile telephone is
placed in a coat pocket, the phone calls
can be made through your mobile service
without direct use of the mobile
telephone.
Applicable Bluetooth specification
Ver. 1.1 or higher
Response profile
lHFP (Hands Free Profile) Ver.1.0lDUN (Dial-up Networking Profile)
Ver.1.1
Bluetooth is the registered trademark of
Bluetooth SIG. Inc.NOTE
lIf the ignition switch is turned off during a
hands-free call, the line is transferred to the
mobile telephone automatically.
lIf the mobile telephone is in a location
where radio reception is difficult such as a
metal container or in the trunk, the call may
not be connected using Bluetooth. If
communication is not possible, change the
location of the mobile telephone.
qComponent parts
The Bluetooth Hands-Free consists of the
following parts:
lPhone buttonlInformation displaylMicrophonelAudio unit/Navigation system
Phone button
Basic functions of the Bluetooth Hands-
Free can be used such as making calls or
hanging up by operating the phone button.
Phone button
Phone button operations
A short press or a long press of the phone
button is used depending on the operation
status as follows:
lShort press (Press the button less than
0.7 sec.)
lLong press (Press the button 0.7 sec. or
more.)
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Information display
Telephone numbers, Bluetooth Hands-
Free messages, and operation status are
displayed.
Microphone
The microphone is used for inputting
voice commands or exchanging
conversation.
Microphone
Audio unit/Navigation system
The audio unit or navigation system is
used for adjusting the volume.If the Bluetooth Hands-Free is operated,
information such as radio wave reception
conditions of the Bluetooth Hands-Free
are displayed on the screen. (With
navigation system)
Bluetooth Hands-Free
information
qVoice
To prevent the deterioration in voice
recognition rate and voice quality, the
following points must be observed:
lIt is not necessary to face the
microphone or approach it. Call out the
voice commands while maintaining a
safe driving position.
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lClose the windows and/or the
moonroof to shut out loud noises from
outside the vehicle, or turn down the
airflow of the climate control system
while the Bluetooth Hands-Free is
being used. Voice recognition may not
function correctly or voice quality may
deteriorate under the following
conditions.
lA passenger is speaking.lDriving with the window and/or the
moonroof open.
lDriving on bumpy roads.lNoise outside of the vehicle is loud.
(Construction sites, inside tunnels,
excess oncoming traffic, or heavy
rain.)
lOperation noise from turn signals,
wipers, or the horn is heard.
lA/C airflow is strong or wind is
blowing on the microphone.
lThere is noise coming from cargo
loaded inside of the vehicle.
lVoice commands may not be
recognized depending on the voice. If
the voice commands are not recognized
correctly, repeat the commands in a
louder voice.
lDialects or different wording other than
hands-free prompts cannot be
recognized by voice recognition. Call
out in the wording specified by the
voice commands.
Please be aware that the voice recognition
may error despite following the above
points.
qFunction restrictions while using
Bluetooth Hands-Free
Functions are limited as follows while the
Bluetooth Hands-Free is being used.
lBeep sound and voice guidance related
to the audio unit and navigation system
are not heard.
lBeep sound related to the A/C
operation is not heard.
lThe VOICE switch of the navigation
system located on the steering wheel
cannot be used.
qHow to use this section
Descriptions in the text are as follows:
Say: Voice commands to be called out by
you.
Prompt: Voice guidance output from the
speaker.
A beep sound [Beep] is output from the
speaker. Call out after the beep sound is
heard.
Example)
Say: [Beep]“Dial”
Prompt:“Number, please”
Say: [Beep]“XXXXXXXXXXX (Ex.
“555-1234”) (Telephone number)”
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