display MAZDA MODEL CX-9 2020 Owners Manual (in English)

When there is a steep grade behind the vehicle
When there is a steep upgrade (downgrade) behind the vehicle, the object displayed on the
screen appears farther (downgrade: closer) than the actual distance.
Appears
farther than
actual
distanceAppears
closer than
actual
distance
Object at actual
position
Object at actual position
Object on screen
A: Distance between the vehicle and object displayed on the screen.
B: Actual distance between the vehicle and object. Object on screen
A
AB
B
Three-dimensional obje ct on vehicle rear
Because the distance guide lines are displayed based on a flat surface, the distance to the
three-dimensional object displayed on the scr een is different from the actual distance.
A
A
C B
CB
(Actual distance) B>C=A
Sensed distance on screen A>B>C (Screen display)
(Actual condition)
▼Picture Quality Adjustment
WA R N I N G
Always adjust the picture quality of the rear view monitor while the vehicle is stopped:
Do not adjust the picture quality of the rear vi
ew monitor while driving the vehicle. Adjusting
the picture quality of the rear view monitor such as brightness, contrast, color, and tint while
driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could dist ract your attention from the vehicle operation
which could lead to an accident.
Picture quality adjustment can be done while the selector lever is in reverse (R).
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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There are 4 settings which can be adjusted including, brightness, contrast, tint, and color.
When adjusting, pay sufficient attention to the vehicle surroundings.
1. Select the
icon on the screen to display the tabs.
2. Select the desired tab item.
3. Adjust the brightness, contrast, tint, and color using the slider.
If you need to reset, press the reset button.
4. Select the
icon on the screen to close the tab.
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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▼Sensor Detection Range
The sensors detect obstructions
within the following range.

Front sensor detection range
Front corner sensor detection range Rear sensor detection range
Rear corner sensor detection range
B
A
D
C A: About 55 cm (About 21.7 in)
B: About 55 cm (About 21.7 in)
C: About 100 cm (About 39.3 in)
D: About 150 cm (About 59.0 in)
Viewing distance display
Display
Distance between vehicle and obstruction
Without 360° view monitor With 360° viewmonitor Front Sensor
*/Front
Corner Sensor*Rear Sensor/Rear Corner Sensor
Without front sen-
sor and front cor- ner sensor With front sensor
and front corner sensor
Green
Front sensor:
Approx. 100 ―60 cm
(39.3 ―23.6 in) Rear sensor:
Approx. 150 ―60 cm
(59.0 ―23.6 in)
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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DisplayDistance between vehicle and obstruction
Without 360° view monitor With 360° viewmonitor Front Sensor
*/Front
Corner Sensor*Rear Sensor/Rear Corner Sensor
Without front sen-
sor and front cor- ner sensor With front sensor
and front corner sensor
Yellow
Front sensor:
Approx. 60 ―45 cm
(23.6― 17.7 in)
Front corner sensor: Approx. 55 ―38 cm
(21.7― 15.0 in) Rear sensor:
Approx. 60 ―45 cm
(23.6― 17.7 in)
Rear corner sensor:
Approx. 55 ―38 cm
(21.7― 15.0 in)
Amber
Front sensor:
Approx. 45 ―35 cm
(17.7― 13.7 in)
Front corner sensor: Approx. 38 ―25 cm
(15.0― 9.8 in) Rear sensor:
Approx. 45 ―35 cm
(17.7― 13.7 in)
Rear corner sensor:
Approx. 38 ―25 cm
(15.0― 9.8 in)
Red
Front sensor:
Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)
Front corner sensor:
Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in) Rear sensor:
Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)
Rear corner sensor:
Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in)
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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▼Park Assist Sensor System Operation
With front sensor and front corner sensor
The switch can be activated when the ignition is switched ON, the selector lever is in any
position except reverse (R), and the vehicle
speed is about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
When the parking sensor switch is pressed, a beep sound is heard, the obstruction detection
indication is displayed in the audio screen, and the indicator light in the switch illuminates.

Indicator light
NOTE
If the system is cancelled, it will not restore automatically even when the vehicle speed is
decreased to 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
When the ignition is switched OFF, the system status before it was turned off is
maintained. For example, if the ignition is switched OFF while the parking sensor is
activated, the system will be activated when the ignition is switched ON the next time.
Sensor detection condition
The system can be used when the ignition is switched ON and the Park Assist Sensor
Switch has been turned on.
The sensors detect obstructions under the following conditions:
Sensor Condition
Front Sensor The selector lever is in any position ex
cept reverse (R), and the vehicle speed is
about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
Front Corner Sensor The vehicle speed is about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
Rear Sensor The selector lever is in reverse (R).
Rear Corner Sensor The selector lever is in reverse (R), and
the vehicle speed is about 10 km/h (6 mph)
or less.
The system is cancelled under the following conditions:
The parking sensor switch is pressed while the parking sensor is in operation.
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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The vehicle speed is 10 km/h (6 mph) or more. (Except rear sensor)
Without front sensor and front corner sensor
When the ignition is swit ched ON and the selector lever is shifted to the reverse (R), the
beep sound activates and the system is enabled for use.
The sensors detect obstructions under the following conditions:
Sensor Condition
Rear Sensor The selector lever is in reverse (R).
Rear Corner Sensor The selector lever is in reverse (R), and the vehicle speed is ab
out 10 km/h (6 mph)
or less.
▼ Obstruction Detection Indication
The position of a sensor which has detected an obstruction is indicated. The gauge
illuminates in different areas depending on the distance to an obstruction detected by the
sensor.
As the vehicle approaches closer to an obstruction, the zone in the gauge closer to the
vehicle illuminates.

With 360° view monitorWithout 360° view monitor
Left front
corner sensor Right front
corner sensor
Rear sensor Rear sensor
Left rear
corner sensor Left front
corner sensor
Left rear
corner sensor
Right rear
corner sensor Right front
corner sensor
Right rear
corner sensor
Front sensor
Front sensor
Some models
NOTE
The detection indicator can switch between display and non-display.
Refer to Personalization Features on page 9-9.
System problem notification
If a problem occurs, the driver is notified of the problem by the following indications.
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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5Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and
audio system.
Climate Control System.................... 5-4 Operating Tips.............................. 5-4
Vent Operation (Front)................. 5-5
Front Air Conditione r................... 5-7
Vent Operation (Rear).................5-11
Rear Air Conditione r.................. 5-13
Before Using the Audio System...... 5-16 Audio Control Swit ch................. 5-16
AUX/USB...................................5-17
Antenna.......................................5-19
Audio Set.......................................... 5-20
Basic Operation Method............. 5-20
Home screen............................... 5-24
Volume/Display/Sound
Controls...................................... 5-25
Operating the Radio....................5-28
Operating the Satellite Radio
*...........
.................................................... 5-32
How to use AUX mode.............. 5-36
How to use USB mode............... 5-37
How to use Apple CarPlay™
*...........
.................................................... 5-42
How to use Android Auto™
mode
*..........................................5-45
Bluetooth
®.................................. 5-49
Bluetooth
® Preparation.............. 5-52
Available Language.. .................. 5-54
Bluetooth
® Audio....................... 5-55
How to Use Pandora
®................ 5-58
How to Use Aha™..................... 5-60
How to Use Stitcher™ Radio..... 5-63
Bluetooth
® Hands-Free.............. 5-65
Voice Recognition... ....................5-75
Settings....................................... 5-78
Applications................................5-80
Troubleshooting.......................... 5-81
Appendix.......................................... 5-87 Things You Need to Know......... 5-87
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Front Air Conditioner
Climate control system information is displayed on the display.
AUTO switchSYNC (synchronized
temperature) switch
Passenger temperature
control dial
Driver temperature
control dial Rear window
defogger switch
Windshield defroster switch
Air intake selector
A/C switch
Power switch
Mode selector
switch
Fan control
switch
▼
Control Switches
AUTO switch
By pressing the AUTO switch the
following functions will be automatically
controlled in accordance with the selected
set temperature:
Airflow temperature
Amount of airflow
Selection of airflow mode
Outside/Recirculated air selection
Air conditioner operation
NOTE
AUTO switch indicator light
When on, it indicates auto operation,
and the system will function
automatically.
If any of the following switches are
operated while in auto control, the
AUTO switch indicator turns off.
Mode selector switch
Fan control switch
Windshield defroster switch
The functions for switches other than
those operated continue to operate in
auto control.
Power switch (Fan On/Off)
The climate control system turns on or off
by pressing the power switch.
Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.
Turn the temperature c ontrol dial to adjust
the temperature between 15 °C (60 °F) and
29 °C (84 °F).
When the SYNC switch is on:
Turn the driver temperature control dial
to control the temperature throughout
the entire cabin.
When the SYNC switch is off:
Turn the driver or front passenger
temperature control dial to
independently control the temperature
on each side of the cabin.
Interior Features
Climate Control System
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NOTE
The climate control system changes to
the individual operation mode (SYNC
switch indicator light turns off) by
turning the front passenger temperature
control dial even when the SYNC switch
is on, which allows individual control of
the set temperature for the driver and
front passenger.
When you set the temperature to the
lower or upper limit, “Lo” or “Hi” is
displayed.
The temperature units for the
temperature setting display can be
changed in conjunction with the
temperature units for the outside
temperature display.
(Instrument cluster Type A)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-20.
(Instrument cluster Type B)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-35.
(Instrument cluster Type C)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-49.
Fan control switch
The fan has 7 speeds. The selected speed
will be displayed.
Mode selector switch
The desired airflow mode can be selected
(page 5-6).
NOTE
With the airflow mode set to the
position and the temperature control
dial set at a medium temperature,
heated air is directed to the feet and air
at a comparably lower temperature will
flow through the central, left and right
vents.
To set the air vent to , press the
windshield defroster switch.
In the or position, the air
conditioner is automatically turned on
and the outside air position is
automatically selected to defrost the
windshield. In the
or position, the
outside air position cannot be changed
to the recirculated air position.
A/C switch
Pressing the A/C switch while the AUTO
switch is turned on wi ll turn off the air
conditioner (cooling/dehumidifying
functions).
The on/off of the a ir conditioner switches
each time the A/C switch is pressed.
NOTE
The air conditioner operates when the
A/C switch is pressed while the air
conditioner is turned off.
The air conditioner may not function
when the outside temperature
approaches 0 °C (32 °F).
Air intake selector
Outside or recirculated air positions can be
selected. Press the switch to select outside/
recirculated air positions.
Interior Features
Climate Control System
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Rear Air Conditioner
Climate control system information is displayed on the display.
Mode selector switch
Airflow display
AUTO switchTemperature setting display
REAR switch
Mode selector display
Power switch
AU TO SYNC
Temperature control
switch
Fan control switch
▼Control Switches
Rear switch
Press the rear switch to operate the rear air
conditioner.
The indicator illuminates to indicate that
the rear air conditioner is operating.
AUTO switch
By pressing the AUTO switch the
following functions will be automatically
controlled in accordance with the set
temperature:
Airflow temperature
Amount of airflow
Selection of airflow mode
Power switch
The rear climate control system turns on
or off by pressing the power switch.
Temperature control switch
This switch controls
temperature. Press
for hot and for cold.
Operate the temperature control switch to
adjust the temperature between 15 °C (60
°F) and 29 °C (84 °F).
NOTE
When the temperature control switch is set
to the maximum or minimum, “Hi” or
“Lo” is indicated on the display.
Interior Features
Climate Control System
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