navigation system MAZDA MODEL RX 8 2004 Owners Manual (in English)

Table of Contents
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Form No. 8R65-EA-03C
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.
Essential Safety Equipment
Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and
child-restraint systems.
Knowing Your Mazda
Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment
of various parts.
Before Driving Your Mazda
Important information about driving your Mazda.
Driving Your Mazda
Explanation of instruments and controls.
Interior Comfort
Use of various features for drive comfort, including climate control and audio
system.
In Case of an Emergency
Helpful information on what to do in an emergency.
Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment.
Specifications
Technical information about your Mazda.
Index
Navigation System
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Driving Your Mazda
Starting and Driving
Form No. 8R65-EA-03C
Vehicles with optional temporary spare
tire
If you have bought the optional temporary
spare tire, replace the punctured tire with
the temporary spare tire . Refer to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Warning light flashes
When the warning light flashes, there may
be a system malfunction. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

System Error Activation
When the warning light flashes, there may
be a system malfunction. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
A system error activation may occur in the
following cases:
•When there is equipment or a device
near the vehicle using the same radio
frequency as that of the tire pressure
sensors.
•When a metallic device such as a non-
genuine navigation system is equipped
near the center of the dashboard, which
may block radio signals from the tire
pressure sensor to the receiver unit.
•When using the following devices in
the vehicle that may cause radio
interference with the receiver unit.
A digital device such as a personal
computer.
A current converter device such as a
DC-AC converter.
•When excess snow or ice adheres to the
vehicle, especially around the wheels.
•When the tire pressure sensor batteries
are exhausted.
•When using a wheel with no tire
pressure sensor installed.
•When using tires with steel wire
reinforcement in the side walls.
•When using tire chains Do not use non-genuine tire sealant. It
may damage the tire pressure sensor.
NOTE
A tire pressure sensor is not installed
to the temporary spare tire. The
warning light will flash continuously
while the temporary spare tire is being
used.
CAUTION
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Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Form No. 8R65-EA-03C
Cell Phones
Cell Phones Warning
Use of Cell Phones and Other Devices by Driver:
Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle
navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Dialing a number on a cell phone while driving also ties-up the driver’s hands. Use of
these devices will cause the driver to be distracted and could lead to a serious accident.
If a passenger is unable to use the device, pull off the right-of-way to a safe area
before use. If use of a cell phone is necessary despite this warning, use a hands-free
system to at least leave the hands free to drive the vehicle. Never use a cell phone or
other electrical devices while the vehicle is moving and, instead, concentrate on the
full-time job of driving.
Please comply to the legal regulations concerning the use of communication
equipment in vehicles in your country.
WARNING
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NAVIGATION SYSTEM

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Safety Information
Read this owner's manual for your Navigation System carefully before using the system.
They contain instructions about how to use the system in a safe and effective manner.
Mazda assumes no responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions
given in this manual.
This manual uses pictographs to show you how to use the product safely and to alert you to potential
dangers resulting from improper connections and operation. The meanings of the pictographs are
explained below. It is important that you fully understand the meanings of the pictographs in order to
use this manual and the system properly.
Do not keep your eyes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system
while driving.
Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time
spent on viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving.
Operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and can
cause accidents. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use the parking brake
before operating the system.
Always obey local traffic regulations.Your guided route may include roads that are not open to vehicles or are closed due to
traffic regulations. Comply with the local traffic regulations and take another route.
Do not use the unit when it is out of order.If the unit is out of order (no image, no sound) or in an abnormal state (has foreign
matter in it, is exposed to water, is smoking, or smells), then turn it off immediately and
consult with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Using the unit in out-of-order condition
may lead to accidents, fires, or electric shocks.
Use the proper power supply.This product is designed for operation with a negative grounded 12 V DC battery
system.
Warnings
Before Use
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Warning
This label intends to alert you to the presence of important
operating instructions. Failure to heed the instructions may
result in severe injury or death.
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Caution
This label intends to alert you to the presence of important
operating instructions. Failure to heed the instructions may
result in injury or material damage.
Caution
Cautions
Use in commercial vehicles is prohibited.Do not use this navigation system in commercial vehicles.
Do not use the product where it is exposed to water, moisture, or dust.Exposure to water, moisture, or dust may lead to smoke, fire, or other damage to the unit.
Make especially sure that the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainy days.
Keep the voice guidance volume at an appropriate level.Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic conditions while driving.
Protect the Deck Mechanism.Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit.This navigation system is designed use for exclusively in automobiles.This navigation system should only be installed in an automobile. Do not install it in a
the vehicle. ship, aircraft, or any other vehicles except an automobile. Do not use it detached from

Do not insert or allow your hand or fingers to be caught in the unit.To prevent injury, do not get your hand or fingers caught in moving parts or in the disc
slot. Especially watch out for infants.
Safety Information
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PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE USING NAVTECH PRODUCTThis software and data (“Software”) is provided for your personal, non-commercial use only. Copyright and other Laws
protect it.
By using this Software you agree to the following terms and conditions.
You agree to use this Software for solely personal use or, if applicable, for use in your business‘ internal operations, and
not for service bureau, time-sharing or other similar purposes. Except to save it on your hard drive, you may not copy or
reproduce this Software, and may not distribute it in any form, for any purpose. You agree not to disassemble, decompile
or otherwise reverse engineer the Software, except to the extent expressly permitted by mandatory laws.
Further Restrictions
. You may not use this Software with: (i) any positioning devices, including without limitation, any
GPS receivers, compasses, wheel sensors, or any other distance or direction sensors; or (ii) any products, systems or
applications installed in or otherwise connected to or in communication with vehicles, or capable of vehicle navigation,
positioning, dispatch, real time route guidance, fleet management or similar applications; or (iii) any hand-held computer
devices, cell phones or similar mobile devices.
No warranty
. This Software is provided to you “as is,” and you agree to use it at your own risk. Mazda and its
suppliers and licencers make no guarantees, representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, arising by law
or otherwise, including but not limited to, content, quality, accuracy, completeness, effectiveness, reliability, fitness for a
particular purpose, usefulness, use or results to be obtained from this Software will be uninterrupted or error-free.
Disclaimer of Warranty
: Mazda AND ITS SUPPLIERS AND LICENSORS DISCLAIM ANY WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, OF QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR
NON-INFRINGEMENT. Some States, Territories and Countries do not allow certain warranty exclusions, so to that
extent the above exclusion may not apply to you.
Disclaimer of Liability
: Mazda AND ITS SUPPLIERS AND LICENSORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU: IN
RESPECT OF ANY CLAIM, DEMAND OR ACTION, IRRESPECTIVE OF THE NATURE OF THE CAUSE OF THE
CLAIM, DEMAND OR ACTION ALLEGING ANY LOSS, INJURY OR DAMAGES, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, WHICH MAY
RESULT FROM THE USE OR POSSESSION OF THE SOFTWARE; OR FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFIT, REVENUE,
CONTRACTS OR SAVINGS, OR ANY OTHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS SOFTWARE, ANY DEFECT IN THE
SOFTWARE, OR THE BREACH OF THESE TERMS OR CONDITIONS, WHETHER IN AN ACTION IN CONTRACT OR
TORT OR BASED ON A WARRANTY, EVEN IF Panasonic OR ITS LICENSORS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some states, Territories and Countries do not allow certain liability exclusions or
damages limitations, so to that extent the above may not apply to you.
Indemnity
. You agree to indemnify and hold Mazda and its suppliers and licensors harmless from any liability or loss
of any kind arising out of or in connection with any use by you of this Software.
Export Control
. You agree not to export from anywhere any part of the Software provided to you or any direct product
thereof except in compliance with applicable export laws, rules and regulations.
Governing Law
. The above terms and conditions shall be governed by the laws of the Netherlands, without giving effect
to (i) its conflict of laws provisions, or (ii) the United Nations Convention for contracts for the international Sale of Goods.
SOFTWARE (MAP DISC) LICENCE AGREEMENT
Before Use
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Introduction
Navigation System
This navigation system utilizes GPS* satellite signals, Speed sensor and
Gyrosensor to track and display your vehicle's current position, and to guide you from
your starting point to your destination along a calculated route.
GPS (Global Positioning System) is a position detecting system utilizing the signals from GPS satellites
deployed by the U.S. Defense Department.
This DVD Navigation System combined with the NAVTECH's MAP Disc
has following special features:

Detailed maps are used.
Selected destinations will be displayed for easy viewing.

Desired places can be registered.
A destination can be set whenever you like from among
the desired places and facilities registered.
Features

DVD audio and video are not supported by this unit.

This unit does not support all Video CD and CD formats.
Notes
Use This Product Safety
Do not expose the product to water or excessive moisture.
This could cause electrical shorts, fire or other damage.
Avoid excessive moisture
The inside of the vehicle can become very hot or cold when it is parked for extended
periods in direct sunlight or in cold places with the engine turned off. The navigation
system may not operate normally under such circumstances. It will resume normal
operation once the temperature inside the vehicle is back in the normal range. If it does
not recover, please consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Extremely low or high temperatures may interfere with normal operation
Before Use
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DVD, please call 1-888-NAV-MAPS (1-888-628-6277).
Latest map DVDMap content is constantly changing due to the addition of new roads,
points of interest, traffic restrictions, etc. While every effort is made
to supply the most accurate DVD map, it is not always possible for
the DVD map to match the current roadways. Not all map areas are
covered to the same level of detail. Some areas that include private
roads may not be included on the database. Map DVD's are updated
on a regular basis to check availability, please call
1-888-NAV-MAPS (1-888-628-6277).
Before Use
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Please have the map and software version numbers available in advance.
This information can be found by using the following procedure:
Notes
Press on the remote control.
Use the remote control joystick to scroll through the
menu options, select and press
Map and software versions are now displayed.Select and press
Select and press
For further assistance please refer to pages 30 in the
instruction book.
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Do not start driving until the opening screen and warning screen close.

The vehicle position indicator may disappear temporarily after the speed is increased
depending on the vehicle model. This is a normal phenomenon indicating that the system
is calculating the distance correction. The mobile navigation system uses GPS data for distance correction. It must be properly
calibrated for accurate operation. Perform calibration in any of the following circumstances:
1. When using the navigation system for the very first time after installing the system.
2. When the navigation system is transferred to another vehicle.
3. When the tire pressure is changed, tires are rotated, the spare tire is used, tire size, or
wheel diameter is changed.
4. When deleting the position correction learning results.
Notes
Before Use
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Make sure the GPS reception indicator is illuminated on the map screen.
GPS reception indicator Drive the vehicle in an open area for approximately 30-minutes at a speed over 20 kph
(12.5 MPH) while receiving GPS signals.
Notes
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Before UseSystem Operation Verification
Automatic distance correction check

Resetting automatic distance correction