USB MAZDA MODEL MX-5 RF 2017 (in English) User Guide

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Interior Features
Audio System
*Some models.
Adjusting the Volume
To increase the volume, press up the
volume switch (
).
To decrease the volume, press down the
volume switch (
).
Seek Switch
AM/FM radio (Type B/Type C), MW/
LW/FM radio (Type A)
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 auto memory tuning (Type
A)/favourite radio (Type B/Type C) can be
called up by pressing the seek switch
(
, ) while any radio station stored in
the auto memory tuning (Type A)/
favourite radio (Type B/Type C) is being
received. Radio stations can be called up
in the order they were stored with each
press of the switch (
, ).
DAB radio (Type C) *
Press the Seek switch ( , ) while
listening to DAB radio to call up a station
previously stored to the favourites list.
With each operation of the switch, radio
stations can be called up in the order they
were stored.
Press and hold the seek switch (
) to go
to the next station, (
) to return to the
previous station.
USB Audio/Bluetooth
® Audio (Type B/
Type C)/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.
DVD (Type B)
*
Press the seek switch ( ) to skip forward
to the beginning of the next chapter.
Press the seek switch (
) to return to the
beginning of the previous chapter.
Aha
™/Stitcher™ Radio (Type B/Type C)
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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Interior Features
Audio System
*Some models.
Mute Switch *
Press the mute switch ( ) once to mute
audio, press it again to resume audio
output.
NOTE
If the ignition is switched off with the
audio muted, the mute will be cancelled.
Therefore, when the engine is restarted,
the audio is not muted. To mute the
audio again, press the mute switch (
).
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 lead is required.
Contact an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer for details.
In addition, audio can be played from the
vehicle audio device by connecting a USB
device to the USB port.
NOTE
(Type B/Type C)
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.
Ty p e A
Auxiliary jack/USB port
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Interior Features
Audio System
Type B/Type C
USB port
Auxiliary jack
How to use AUX mode
(Type A) ............................... page 5-74
How to use USB mode
(Type A) ................................ page 5-76
How to use iPod mode
(Type A) ................................ page 5-80
How to use AUX mode
(Type B/Type C) ................... page 5-83
How to use USB mode
(Type B/Type C) ................... page 5-84
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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Interior Features
Audio System
How to connect USB port/
Auxiliary jack
Ty p e A
USB port Auxiliary jack
Type B/Type C
USB port Auxiliary jack
Connecting a device
1. If there is a cover on the AUX jack or
USB port, remove the cover.
2. Connect the connector on the device to
the USB port.
Connecting with a connector lead
1. If there is a cover on the AUX jack or
USB port, remove the cover.
2. Connect the device plug/connector lead
to the auxiliary jack/USB port.
WARNING
Do not allow the connection plug cord
to get tangled with the parking brake or
the shift lever (manual transmission)/
selector lever (automatic transmission):
Allowing the plug cord to become
tangled with the parking brake or the
shift lever (manual transmission)/
selector lever (automatic transmission)
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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Interior Features
Audio System
How to use USB mode (Type A)
Media/Scan button
Folder down button Folder up button Play/Pause button Random button
Repeat buttonAudio display
Text button
Track down/Reverse button
Track up/Fast-forward button
Type Playable data
USB mode MP3/WMA/AAC ¿ le
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.
Playback



1. Switch the ignition to ACC or ON.
2. Press the power/volume dial to turn the
audio system on.
3. Press the media button (
) to
switch to the USB mode and start
playback.
NOTE
  Some devices such as smart phones
may require a setting change to allow
operation using a USB connection.
  When the USB device is not
connected, the mode does not switch
to USB mode.
  When there is no playable data in the
USB device, “ NO CONTENTS ”is
À ashed.

 Playback of the USB device is in the
order of the folder numbers. Folders
which have no MP3/WMA/AAC
¿ les are skipped.

 Do not remove the USB device while
in the USB mode. The data may be
damaged.
Pause
To stop playback, press the play/pause
button ( 4 ).
Press the button again to resume playback.
Fast-forward/Reverse
Press and hold the fast-forward button (
)
to advance through a track at high speed.
Press and hold the reverse button (
) to
reverse through a track at high speed.
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Audio System
All random
1. Press the random button ( 2 ) during
playback, and then press the button
again within 3 seconds to play the
tracks in the USB device randomly.
“ ALL RDM ” is displayed (
is
displayed next to RDM at the bottom of
the display area).
2. Press the button again to cancel the
random playback.
Switching the display
The information displayed on the audio
display changes as follows each time the
text button ( 3 ) is pressed during playback.
Button Information displayed
on audio display
File number/Elapsed
time
Folder number/File
number
File name
Folder name
Album name
Song name
Artist name
NOTE
  The information (artist name, music
name) is displayed only when the
USB device information in the USB
device has information which can be
displayed on the screen.
  This unit cannot display some
characters. Characters which cannot
be displayed are indicated by an
asterisk (
).
Display scroll
Only 13 characters can be displayed at one
time. To display the rest of the characters
of a long title, press and hold the text
button ( 3 ). The display scrolls the next 13
characters. Press and hold the text button
( 3 ) again after the last 13 characters have
been displayed to return to the beginning
of the title.
NOTE
The number of characters which can be
displayed is restricted.
Error Messages
When the message “ CHECK USB ” is
displayed, it indicates that there is some
error in the USB device. Verify that the
content recorded in the USB device has
MP3/WMA/AAC¿ les and re-connect
correctly. If the message reappears, have
the unit checked by an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
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Interior Features
Audio System
Switching the display
The information displayed on the audio
display changes as follows each time the
text button ( 3 ) is pressed during playback.
Button Information displayed
on audio display
File number/Elapsed
time
File number
Category name
Artist name
Album name
Song name
NOTE
  The information (artist name, music
name) is displayed only when the
iPod has information which can be
displayed.
  This unit cannot display some
characters. Characters which cannot
be displayed are indicated by an
asterisk (
).
Display scroll
13 characters can be displayed at one
time. To display the rest of the characters
of a long title, press and hold the text
button ( 3 ). The display scrolls the next 13
characters. Press and hold the text button
( 3 ) again after the last 13 characters have
been displayed to return to the beginning
of the title.
NOTE
The number of characters which can be
displayed is restricted.
Error Messages


If the message “ CHECK iPod ” is
displayed, it indicates that there is a
malfunction in the iPod. Verify that the
content recorded in the iPod has playable
¿ les and connect correctly. If the message
reappears, have the unit checked by an
Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Error Indications (Type A)
If you see an error indication on the
display, ¿ nd the cause in the chart. If
you cannot clear the error indication,
take the vehicle to an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
Indication Cause Solution
C H E C K
USB
USB device
malfunction
Verify that the content
recorded in the USB
device has MP3/WMA/
AAC¿ les and re-
connect correctly.
If the error indication
continues to display,
consult an expert
repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
C H E C K
iPod
iPod
malfunction
Verify that the content
recorded in the iPod has
playable¿ les and re-
connect correctly.
If the error indication
continues to display,
consult an expert
repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
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Interior Features
Audio System
How to use USB mode (Type B/Type C)
Type Playable data
USB mode MP3/WMA/AAC/OGG ¿ le
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 centre 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 cancelled.
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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Audio System
Icon Function
Advances to the beginning of the next song.
Long-press to fast forward.
Displays sound settings to adjust audio quality level.
Refer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls on page 5-50 .
NOTE
  If a ¿ le name in the USB memory is too long, it could cause operation problems such
as not being able to playback the song.
 (Recommended: Within 80 characters)   To move to the desired location on the track, move the slider indicating the playback
time.
  The appearance of the repeat and shufÀ e icons changes depending on the type of
operation in which the function is used.
Category list
Select the
icon to display the following category list.
Select a desired category and item.
Category Function
Playlist *1 Displays playlists on the device.
Artist Displays the artist name list.
All the tracks or tracks for each album of the selected artist can be played.
Album Displays the album name list.
Song All the tracks in the device are displayed.
Genre Displays the genre list.
All the tracks or tracks per album or artist in the selected genre can be played.
Audiobook
*2 Displays the audiobook list.
Chapters can be selected and played.
Podcast
*2 Displays the podcast list.
Episode can be selected and played.
Folder
*3 Displays the folder/¿ le list.
*1 Playlist folders of Apple devices are not supported.
*2 Apple device only

*3 USB-Sticks and USB-Android
™ device only
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Interior Features
Audio System
Example of use (to play all tracks in
USB device)
( M e t h o d 1 )
1. Select
to display the category list.
2. Select
.
All the tracks in the USB device are
displayed.
3. Select a desired track.
The selected track is played. All the
tracks in the USB device can be played
by continuing playback.
NOTE
Only the tracks in the desired category
selected in Step 2 are played.
(Method 2)
*1
1. Select to display the category list.
2. Select
.
All the folders in the USB device are
displayed.
3. Select
.
All the tracks in the USB device are
displayed.
4. Select a desired track.
The selected track is played. All the
tracks in the USB device can be played
by continuing playback.
*1 Can be operated using an Android
™
device or USB À ash memory.
NOTE
Only the tracks in the desired folder
selected in Step 3 are played.
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