Mazda MX-5 RF (2017 year). Manual — part 20

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Interior Features

Audio System

If the memory portion of the CD is

transparent or translucent, do not use the
disc.

Transparent

A new CD may have rough edges on its

inner and outer perimeters. If a disc with
rough edges is used, proper setting will
not be possible and the CD player will
not play the CD. In addition, the disc
may not eject resulting in a malfunction.
Remove the rough edges in advance
by using a ball-point pen or pencil
as shown in the following

¿ gure. To

remove the rough edges, rub the side of
the pen or pencil against the inner and
outer perimeter of the CD.

When driving over uneven surfaces, the

sound may jump.

CDs bearing the logo shown in the

illustration can be played. No other discs
can be played.

Use discs that have been legitimately

produced. If illegally-copied discs such
as pirated discs are used, the system may
not operate properly.

Be sure never to touch the signal surface

when handling the CDs. Pick up a CD
by grasping the outer edge or the edge of
the hole and the outer edge.

Do not stick paper or tape on the CD.

Avoid scratching the reverse side (the
side without a label). The disc may not
eject resulting in a malfunction.

Dust,

¿ nger smudges, and dirt can

decrease the amount of light re

À ected

from the signal surface, thus affecting
sound quality. If the CD should become
soiled, gently wipe it with a soft cloth
from the centre of the CD to the edge.

Do not use record sprays, antistatic

agents, or household spray cleaners.
Volatile chemicals such as benzine and
thinner can also damage the surface of
the CD and must not be used. Anything
that can damage, warp, or fog plastic
should never be used to clean CDs.

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Audio System

The CD player ejects the CD if the CD

is inserted upside down. Also dirty and/
or defective CDs may be ejected.

Do not insert cleaning discs in the CD

player.

Do not insert any disc with a peel-off

seal af

¿ xed to it.

This unit may not be able to play certain

CD-R/CD-RWs made using a computer
or music CD recorder due to disc
characteristics, scratches, smudges, dirt,
etc., or due to dust or condensation on
the lens inside the unit.

Storing CDs in the vehicle exposed to

direct sunlight or high temperature may
damage the CD-R/CD-RWs, and make
them unplayable.

CD-R/CD-RW exceeding 700 MB

cannot be played.

This unit may not be able to play certain

discs made using a computer due to the
application (writing software) setting
used. (For details, consult the store
where the application was purchased.)

It is possible that certain text data, such

as titles, recorded on a CD-R/CD-RW
may not be displayed when musical data
(CD-DA) is playing.

The period from when a CD-RW is

inserted to when it begins playing is
longer than a normal CD or CD-R.

Completely read the instruction manual

and cautions for CD-R/CD-RWs.

Do not use discs with cellophane tape

adhering, partially peeled off labels,
or adhesive material exuding from the
edges of the CD label. Also, do not use
discs with a commercially-available
CD-R label af

¿ xed. The disc may not

eject resulting in a malfunction.

Operating Tips for MP3

MP3 stands for MPEG Audio Layer 3,
which is standardised voice compression
established by the ISO

*1

working group

(MPEG).
Use of MP3 allows for audio data to be
compressed to approximately a tenth of
the source data size.
This unit plays

¿ les with the extension

(.mp3) as MP3

¿ les.

*1 International Organisation for

Standardisation

CAUTION

Do not use an audio

¿ le extension on

¿ les other than audio ¿ les. In addition,
do not change the audio

¿ le extension.

Otherwise, the unit will not recognise
the

¿ le correctly resulting in noise or a

malfunction.

NOTE

Supply of this product only conveys a
license for private, non-commercial use
and does not convey a license nor imply
any right to use this product in any
commercial (i.e. revenue-generating)
real time broadcasting (terrestrial,
satellite, lead and/or any other media),
broadcasting/streaming via the Internet,
intranets and/or other networks or in
other electronic content distribution
systems, such as pay-audio or audio-on-
demand applications. An independent
license for such use is required.
For details, please visit http://www.
mp3licensing.com.

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Interior Features

Audio System

This audio system handles MP3

¿ les

that have been recorded on CD-R/CD-
RW/CD-ROMs.

When naming an MP3

¿ le, be sure to

add an MP3

¿ le extension (.mp3) after

the

¿ le name.

The number of characters which can be

displayed is restricted.

Operating Tips for WMA

WMA is short for Windows Media

*1

Audio

and is the audio compression format used
by Microsoft

*1

.

Audio data can be created and stored at a
higher compression ratio than MP3.
This unit plays

¿ les with the extension

(.wma) as WMA

¿ les.

*1 Windows Media and Microsoft are

registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation U.S. in the United States
and other countries.

CAUTION

Do not use an audio

¿ le extension on ¿ les

other than audio

¿ les. In addition, do not

change the audio

¿ le extension. Otherwise,

the unit will not recognise the

¿ le correctly

resulting in noise or a malfunction.

WMA

¿ les written under speci¿ cations

other than the indicated speci

¿ cation

may not play normally or

¿ les or folder

names may not display correctly.

The

¿ le extension may not be provided

depending on the computer operating
system, version, software, or settings. In
this case, add the

¿ le extension “.wma”

to the end of the

¿ le name, and then

write it to the disc/memory.

Operating Tips for AAC

AAC stands for Advanced Audio Coding,
which is standardised voice compression
established by the ISO

*1

working group

(MPEG). Audio data can be created and
stored at a higher compression ratio than
MP3.
This unit plays

¿ les with the extensions

(.aac

*2

/.m4a/.wav

*2

) as the AAC

¿ les.

CAUTION

Do not use an audio

¿ le extension on

¿ les other than audio ¿ les. In addition,
do not change the audio

¿ le extension.

Otherwise, the unit will not recognise
the

¿ le correctly resulting in noise or a

malfunction.

AAC

¿ les written under speci¿ cations

other than the indicated speci

¿ cation

may not play normally or

¿ les or folder

names may not display correctly.

The

¿ le extension may not be provided

depending on the computer operating
system, version, software, or settings. In
this case, add the

¿ le extension “.aac

*2

”,

“.m4a”, or “.wav

*2

” to the end of the

¿ le

name, and then write it to the memory.

*1 International Organisation for

Standardisation

*2 Type B/Type C

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Interior Features

Audio System

Operating Tips for DVD Player

Condensation phenomenon

Immediately after turning on the heater
when the vehicle is cold, the DVD or
optical components (prism and lens) in the
DVD player may become clouded with
condensation. At this time, the DVD will
eject immediately when placed in the unit.
A clouded DVD can be corrected simply
by wiping it with a soft cloth. Clouded
optical components will clear naturally in
about an hour. Wait for normal operation
to return before attempting to use the unit.

Handling the DVD player

The following precautions should be
observed.

Do not use deformed or cracked DVDs.

The disc may not eject resulting in a
malfunction.

Do not use non-conventional discs such

as heart-shaped, etc. The disc may not
eject resulting in a malfunction.

If the memory portion of the DVD is

transparent or translucent, do not use the
disc.

Transparent

A new DVD may have rough edges on

its inner and outer perimeters. If a disc
with rough edges is used, proper setting
will not be possible and the DVD player
will not play the DVD. In addition,
the disc may not eject resulting in a
malfunction. Remove the rough edges
in advance by using a ball-point pen or
pencil as shown in the following

¿ gure.

To remove the rough edges, rub the side
of the pen or pencil against the inner and
outer perimeter of the DVD.

When driving over uneven surfaces, the

sound may jump.

DVDs bearing the logo shown in the

illustration or DVD-R/DVD R/DVD-
RW/DVD RW written with video data
(DVD-Video/DVD-VR

¿ le) can be

played.

Use discs that have been legitimately

produced. If illegally-copied discs such
as pirated discs are used, the system may
not operate properly.

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Interior Features

Audio System

Be sure never to touch the signal surface

when handling the DVDs. Pick up a
DVD by grasping the outer edge or the
edge of the hole and the outer edge.

Do not stick paper or tape on the DVD.

Avoid scratching the reverse side (the
side without a label). The disc may not
eject resulting in a malfunction.

Dust,

¿ nger smudges, and dirt can

decrease the amount of light re

À ected

from the signal surface, thus affecting
sound quality. If the DVD should
become soiled, gently wipe it with a soft
cloth from the centre of the DVD to the
edge.

Do not use record sprays, antistatic

agents, or household spray cleaners.
Volatile chemicals such as benzine and
thinner can also damage the surface
of the DVD and must not be used.
Anything that can damage, warp, or fog
plastic should never be used to clean
DVDs.

The DVD player ejects the DVD if the

DVD is inserted upside down. Also dirty
and/or defective DVDs may be ejected.

Do not insert cleaning discs in the DVD

player.

Do not insert any disc with a peel-off

seal af

¿ xed to it.

This unit may not be able to play certain

DVD-R/DVD R/DVD-RW/DVD
RWs made using a computer or DVD
recorder due to disc characteristics,
scratches, smudges, dirt, etc., or due to
dust or condensation on the lens inside
the unit.

Storing DVDs in the vehicle exposed to

direct sunlight or high temperature may
damage the DVD-R/DVD R/DVD-
RW/DVD RWs, and make them
unplayable.

This unit may not be able to play certain

discs made using a computer due to the
application (writing software) setting
used. (For details, consult the store
where the application was purchased.)

Completely read the instruction manual

and cautions for DVD-R/DVD R/
DVD-RW/DVD RWs.

Do not use discs with cellophane tape

adhering, partially peeled off labels,
or adhesive material exuding from the
edges of the DVD label. Also, do not
use discs with a commercially-available
DVD-R label af

¿ xed. The disc may not

eject resulting in a malfunction.

The conditions in which a DVD video

can be played may be pre-determined
depending on the intentions of the disc
software creator. Functions may not
operate as the user intends because
this DVD player operates according to
the design intentions of the software
creator. Always refer to the instructions
accompanying the disc to be played.

Manufactured under license by Dolby

Labouratories, Inc.. Dolby and the
double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Labouratories.

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Audio System

NOTE

Video data (DVD-Video/DVD-VR

¿ les) written to DVD/DVD-R/DVD
R/DVD-RW/DVD RW can be played.

This unit is compatible for playback

of dual-layer DVD/DVD-R.

Regional number for this unit is [2]

or [3] (regional number depends on
market).

DVD-Video/DVD-VR

¿ les written

under speci

¿ cations other than the

indicated speci

¿ cation may not play

normally or

¿ les or folder names

may not display correctly.

Mark indicating on disc

Marks indicated on discs or packages are
as follows:

Mark

Meaning

NTSC

PAL

Indicates a colour TV
system (broadcast system
depends on market).

Indicates the number of
audio tracks.
The number indicates
the number of audio
recordings.

Indicates the number of
subtitled languages.
The number indicates
the number of recorded
languages.

Number of angles.
The number indicates
the number of recorded
angles.

Indicates the screen modes
which can be selected.
“16:9” indicates a wide
screen and “4:3” indicates
a standard screen.

Indicates the region code
for which a disc can be
played.
ALL indicates global
applicability, and a number
indicates applicability
based on region.

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Interior Features

Audio System

Glossary

DVD-Video

DVD-Video is a video image storing
standard determined by the DVD forum.
“MPEG2”, a global standard in digital
compression technologies, has been
adopted which compresses on average
about 1/40th of the image data and stores
it. In addition, a variable-rate coding
technology, which changes the assigned
information amount according to the shape
of the screen image, has been adopted.
Audio information can be stored using
Dolby digital instead of PCM (Pulse Code
Modulation) and more realistic sounding
audio can be enjoyed.
In addition, various, supplementary
functions such as multi-language
availability are provided for enhanced
enjoyment.

DVD-VR

DVD-VR is short for DVD Video
Recording Format; video image storing
standard determined by the DVD forum.

Multi-angle

One of the DVD player's functions.
Because scenes can be recorded in
multiple angles (camera position), users
can choose a desired angle.

Multi-language

As a function of the DVD player, audio
or subtitles for the same video images can
be stored in multiple languages and the
language can be selected freely.

Region code

DVD players and discs are assigned codes
for each market region and only discs
manufactured for that speci

¿ c region can

be played.
A disc cannot be played if the region code
assigned to the player is not indicated on
the disc.
In addition, even if a region code is not
indicated on the disc, disc playback may
be prohibited depending on the region. In
this case, a disc may not be playable in
this DVD player.

Operating Tips for OGG

OGG is the audio compression format for
Xiph. Org Foundation.
Audio data can be created and stored at a
higher compression ratio than MP3.
This unit plays

¿ les with the extension

(.ogg) as OGG

¿ les.

CAUTION

Do not use an audio

¿ le extension on

¿ les other than audio ¿ les. In addition,
do not change the audio

¿ le extension.

Otherwise, the unit will not recognise
the

¿ le correctly resulting in noise or a

malfunction.

OGG

¿ les written under speci¿ cations

other than the indicated speci

¿ cation

may not play normally or

¿ les or folder

names may not display correctly.

The

¿ le extension may not be provided

depending on the computer operating
system, version, software, or settings. In
this case, add the

¿ le extension “.ogg” to

the end of the

¿ le name, and then write

it to the disc/memory.

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Interior Features

Audio System

Operating Tips for USB device

This unit plays audio

¿ les as follows:

Extension

Playback with this unit

.mp3

MP3

.wma

WMA

.aac

*1

AAC

.m4a

.wav

*1

WAV

.ogg

*1

OGG

CAUTION

Do not use an audio

¿ le extension on

¿ les other than audio ¿ les. In addition,
do not change the audio

¿ le extension.

Otherwise, the unit will not recognise
the

¿ le correctly resulting in noise or a

malfunction.

NOTE

Playback may not be possible

depending on the type and condition
of the USB

À ash memory even if the

audio

¿ le complies with the standard.

A copyright protected WMA/AAC

¿ le cannot be played in this unit.

(Type B/Type C)

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)

The order of the music data stored

in the device may differ from the
playback order.

To prevent loss or damage of stored

data, we recommend that you always
back up your data.

If a device exceeds the maximum

electric current value of 1,000 mA,
it may not operate or recharge when
connected.

Do not pull out the USB device while

in the USB mode (only pull it out
while in FM/AM radio or CD mode).

The device will not operate if the

data is password protected.

MP3/WMA/AAC/OGG

*1

¿ les written

under speci

¿ cations other than the

indicated speci

¿ cation may not play

normally or

¿ les/folder names may not

display correctly.

*1 Type B/Type C

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Interior Features

Audio System

Operating Tips for iPod

This unit supports playback of music

¿ les

recorded to an iPod.

* iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc.,

registered in the U.S. and other
countries.

The iPod may not be compatible
depending on the model or OS version. In
this case, an error message is displayed.

CAUTION

Remove the iPod when it is not in

use. Because the iPod is not designed
to withstand excessive changes
in temperature inside the cabin, it
could be damaged or the battery
may deteriorate due to the excessive
temperature or humidity inside the
cabin if it is left in the vehicle.

If data in the iPod is lost while it is

connected to the unit, Mazda cannot
guarantee recovery of any lost data.

If the iPod battery is deteriorated, the

iPod may not recharge and playback
may not be possible when it is
connected to the unit.

For details on using the iPod, refer to

the iPod instruction manual.

When connecting the iPod to a USB

port, all commands are made from
the audio unit. iPod control is not
possible.

NOTE

The audio unit cannot display images or
videos stored in an iPod.

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Interior Features

Audio System

Audio Set [Type A (non-touchscreen)]

Power/Volume/Sound Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5-30
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5-32
Operating the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. page 5-34
Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5-38
How to use Auxiliary jack/USB port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5-41
Error Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... page 5-42

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Interior Features

Audio System

Power/Volume/Sound Controls

Power/Volume/Audio control dial

Menu button

Audio display

Power ON/OFF

Switch the ignition to ACC or ON. Press
the power/volume dial to turn the audio
system on. Press the power/volume dial
again to turn the audio system off.

Volume adjustment

To adjust the volume, turn the power/
volume dial. Turn the power/volume
dial clockwise to increase volume,
anticlockwise to decrease it.

Audio sound adjustment

1. Press the menu button (

) to select

the function. The selected function will
be indicated.

2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the

selected functions as follows:

Indication

Setting value

Turn

Anticlockwise

Turn

Clockwise

AF

(Setting Alternative

Frequency (AF))

Off

On

REG

(Setting Regional

Programme (REG))

Off

On

ALC

(Automatic volume

adjustment)

Level

decrease

Level

increase

BASS

(Low pitch sound)

Decrease

bass

Increase

bass

TREB

(Treble sound)

Decrease

treble

Increase

treble

FADE

(Front/back volume

balance)

—

Reduces

volume
of front

speakers

BAL

(Left/right volume

balance)

Shift the
sound to

the left

Shift the
sound to
the right

BEEP

(Audio operation sound)

Off

On

12Hr

24Hr

(12 Hr/24 Hr time

adjustment)

12Hr

(Flashing)

24Hr

(Flashing)

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Audio System

NOTE

If not operated for several seconds, the
display returns to the previous display.
To reset bass, treble, fade, and balance,
press the menu button (

) for 2

seconds. The unit will beep and
“ CLEAR ” will be displayed.

AF (Setting Alternative Frequency (AF))

The AF function of the Radio Data System
(RDS) can be set on or off.
Refer to Operating the Radio on page
5-34 .

REG (Setting Regional Programme
(REG))

The REG function of the Radio Data
System (RDS) can be set on or off.
Refer to Operating the Radio on page
5-34 .

ALC (Automatic volume adjustment)

The automatic level control (ALC)
changes the audio volume automatically
according to the vehicle speed. The faster
the vehicle speed, the higher the volume
increases. ALC has ALC OFF and ALC
LEVEL 1 to 7 modes. At ALC LEVEL 7,
the amount that the volume can increase
is at the maximum. Select the mode
according to the driving conditions.

BEEP (Audio operation sound)

The setting for the operation sound when
pressing and holding a button can be
changed. The initial setting is ON. Set to
OFF to mute the operation sound.

12Hr

24Hr

(12 Hr/24 Hr time adjustment)

Rotating the audio control dial switches
the display between 12 and 24-hour clock
time (page 5-32 ).

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Interior Features

Audio System

Clock

Audio display

Audio control dial

Hour/Minute set switch

:00 button

Menu button

Clock button

Setting the time

The clock can be set at any time when the
ignition is switched to ACC or ON.

1. To adjust the time, press the clock

button (

) for about 2 seconds until

a beep is heard.

2. The clock's current time will

À ash.

Time adjustment

To adjust the time, press the hour/

minute set button ( ,

) while the

clock's current time is

À ashing.

The hours advance while the hour set

button ( ) is pressed. The minutes
advance while the minute set button
(

) is pressed.

3. Press the clock button (

) again to

start the clock.

Time resetting

1. Press the clock button (

) for about

2 seconds until a beep is heard.

2. Press the :00 button ( 1 ).
3. When the button is pressed, the time

will be reset as follows:

(Example)

12:01—12:29

ĺ12:00

12:30—12:59

ĺ1:00

NOTE

When the :00 button ( 1 ) is pressed,

the seconds will start at “ 00 ”.

Switching between 12 and 24-hour

clock time:

Press the menu button (

)

several times until 12 and 24-hour
clock time are displayed. Turn the
audio control dial in either direction,
select the desired clock setting while
the preferred clock time is

À ashing.

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