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

AUX/USB
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
ƒ How to use AUX mode..........page 5-36
„ How to use USB mode.......... page 5-37
… How to use Apple CarPlay™ ................
............................................... page 5-42
† How to use Android Auto™
mode...................................... page 5-45
WA R N I N G
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 port able 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.
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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.
▼How to connect US
B port/Auxiliary
jack

USB port
Auxiliary jack
Some models.
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.
WA R N I N G
Do not allow the connection plug cord to
get tangled with the selector lever:
Allowing the plug cord to become tangled
with the selector 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.
(Vehicles with USB port indicated with
)
Use the USB terminal indicated by the
mark when using Apple CarPlay™
and Android Auto™.
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Antenna
▼Ty p e A
The antenna is embedded into the rear
window glass.
CAUTION
When washing the inside of the window
which has an antenna, use a soft cloth
dampened in lukewarm water, gently
wiping the antenna lines.
Use of glass cleaning products could
damage the antenna.
▼Ty p e B
Antenna
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Basic Operation Method
NOTE
The explanation of functions described in this manual may differ from the actual
operation, and the shapes of screens and buttons and the letters and characters displayed
may also differ from the actual appearance.
Additionally, depending on future software updates, the content may successively change
without notice.
For additional information regarding Mazda Connect, please refer to the following
Website.
http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com/
Audio Set has 3 different human interfaces.
Commander switch
Touch panel
Voice recognition with steering switch and microphone
Refer to Voice Recognition on page 5-75.
▼ Commander switch operation
NOTE
For safety reasons, some operations are disabled while the vehicle is being driven.
Volume dial operation
Volume dial
Press the volume dial to mute and pause. However, while an audio source which cannot be
paused such as FM radio is playing, only mute
is available. Press the volume dial again to
resume the audio.
Turn the volume dial to adjust the volume. The volume increases by turning the dial
clockwise, and decreases by turning it counterclockwise.
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Switches around commander knob
The following operations can be done by pressing the switches around the commander
knob.
: Displays the home screen.
: Displays the Entertainment screen.
: Displays the Navigation screen (Only navigation-equipped vehicles). For operation
of the Navigation screen, refer to the naviga tion system manual. If the SD card for the
navigation system is not inserte d, the compass indicating the direction in which the vehicle
is moving is displayed.
: Displays the Favorites screen. Long-press to store particular items in Favorites. (Radio,
phonebook and destination of the navi gation system can be programmed.)
: Returns to previous screen.
Commander knob operation

(Selection of icons on screen)
1. Tilt or turn the commander knob and move the cursor to the desired icon.
2. Press the commander knob and select the icon.
NOTE
Long-press operation of the commander knob is also possible for some functions.
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▼Touch panel operation
CAUTION
Do not press the screen strongly or press it wi
th a sharp-pointed object. Otherwise, the screen
could be damaged.
NOTE
For safety reasons, operation of the center disp lay is disabled while the vehicle is being
driven. However, items not displayed in gray can be operated using the commander switch
while the vehicle is being driven.

Touch & Tap
1. Touch or tap on the item indicated on the screen.
2. The operation is launched and the next item is displayed.

Slide (USB audio only)
1. Touch the setting item displaying a slider bar.
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2. Touch the slider with your finger and move to the desired level.
Swipe
1. Touch the screen with your finger and move up or down.
2. Items which were not displayed can be displayed.
Return to previous screen
1. Touch the
.
Displaying the home screen
1. Touch the
.
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Home screen
IconFunction
Applications
Information such as average fuel economy, maintenance, and warnings can be verified.
Depending on the grade an d specification, the screen display may differ.
Entertainment
Operates audio such as the radio. The audi o source most recently used is displayed. An
audio source which cannot be used at that time is skipped and the previous audio source is
displayed.
To change the audio source, select the
icon displayed at th e bottom of the screen.
Communication
Bluetooth® related functions are available.
Navigation
Navigation screen is displayed (vehicles with navigation system).
If the SD card for the navigation system is no t inserted, the compass indicating the direc-
tion in which the vehicle is moving is displayed.
The compass may not indicate the correct bearin g when the vehicle is stopped or traveling
at a slow speed.
Settings
Overall setting menu (Such as display, sound, Bluetooth® and Language).
Depending on the grade an d specification, the screen display may differ.
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Volume/Display/Sound Controls
Commander switchAudio control switch
Volume dial
Volume switch
▼ Vo l u m e a d j u s t m e n t
Turn the commander switch volume dial.
The volume switch on the steering switch
can also be pressed.
NOTE
Press the volume dial to mute and pause.
However, while an audio source which
cannot be paused such as FM radio is
playing, only mute is available. Press the
volume dial again to resume the audio.
▼Display setting
Select the icon on the home screen to
display the Settings screen.
Select the
tab to select the item you
would like to change.
Display OFF/Clock
The center display can be turned off.
Select
to turn the display off.
When
is
selected the center display turns off and
the clock is displayed.
The center display can be turned back on
as follows:
Touch the center display.
Operate the commander switch.
Daytime/nighttime (System) screen
setting
The daytime or night time screen can be
selected.
:
(With auto-light control)
Switches screen auto matically according
to parking lights il lumination condition.
However, when the light sensor detects
that the surrounding area is bright such as
when the parking lights are turned on in
the daytime, the screen is switched to the
daytime screen
*1
(Without auto-light control)
Switches screen auto matically according
to parking lights il lumination condition.
*1
: Daytime screen setting
: Nighttime screen setting
*1 The display is constantly on daytime
screen when the illumination dimmer
is cancelled.
Brightness adjustment
Adjust the center disp lay brightness using
the slider.
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Contrast adjustment
Adjust the center display contrast using
the slider.
Display setting reset
All of the screen setting values can be
reset to their initial settings.
1. Select
.
2. Select
.
▼ Audio sound adjustment
Select the icon on the home screen to
display the Settings screen.
Select the
tab to select the item you
would like to change.
Indication Setting value
Bass
(Low pitch sound)
Side: Low pitch en-
hancement
Side: Low pitch re-
duction
Treble
(Treble sound)
Side: Treble enhance-
ment
Side: Treble reduction
Fade
(Front/Rear volume bal-
ance) Front: Front speaker vol-
ume enhancement
Rear: Rear speaker vol-
ume enhancement
Balance
(Left/right volume bal-
ance) Right: Right speaker
volume enhancement
Left: Left speaker vol-
ume enhancement
Guidance Volume
(Volume adjustment dur-
ing route guidance on
navigation screen) Left: Low volume
Right: High volume
ALC
*1
(Automatic volume ad-
justment) Off
―Adjustment at sev-
en levels
Bose Centerpoint
*2
(Surround technology) On/Off
Indication
Setting value
Bose AudioPilot
*2
(Noise compensation
technology) On/Off
Beep
(Audio operation sound) On/Off
*1 Standard audio*2 Bose sound system
ALC (Automatic volume adjustment)
The automatic level
control (ALC) is a
feature that automatically adjusts audio
volume according to the vehicle speed.
The volume increases in accordance with
the increase in vehicle speed, and
decreases as vehicle speed decreases.

Bose Centerpoint (Surround
technology)
Centerpoint
*3 lets vehicle owners enjoy a
Bose surround sound experience.
Specifically engineered to meet the unique
demands of reproducing surround sound in
a vehicle.
Converts stereo signals to multiple
channels allowing greater precision when
reproducing the sound.
An enhanced algorithm to simultaneously
create a wider, more spacious sound field.
*3 Centerpoint is a registered trademark of
Bose Corporation.

Bose AudioPilot (Noise compensation
technology)
When driving, background noise can
interfere with enjoying music.
AudioPilot
*4 noise compensation
technology continuously adjusts the music
to compensate for background noise and
vehicle speed.
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