Entertainment

Things You Need to Know

 


Always adjust the audio while the vehicle is stopped:

Do not adjust the audio control switches while driving the vehicle. Adjusting the audio while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a serious accident.

Even if the audio control switches are equipped on the steering wheel, learn to use the switches without looking down at them so that you can keep your maximum attention on the road while driving the vehicle.

 


For the purposes of safe driving, adjust the audio volume to a level that allows you to hear sounds outside of the vehicle including car horns and particularly emergency vehicle sirens.

 


  • To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the audio system on for a long period of time when the engine is not running.

  • If a cellular phone or CB radio is used in or near the vehicle, it could cause noise to occur from the audio system, however, this does not indicate that the system has been damaged.

Do not spill any liquid on the audio system.

Do not insert any objects, other than CDs, into the slot. (Some Models)

 

Radio Reception

AM characteristics

AM signals bend around such things as buildings or mountains and bounce off the ionosphere.

Therefore, they can reach longer distances than FM signals.

Because of this, 2 stations may sometimes be picked up on the same frequency at the same time.

FM characteristics

An FM broadcast range is usually about 40―50 km (25―30 miles) from the source. Because of extra coding needed to break the sound into 2 channels, stereo FM has even less range than monaural (non-stereo) FM.

Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do not bend around corners, but they do reflect. Unlike AM signals, FM signals cannot travel beyond the horizon. Therefore, FM stations cannot be received at the great distances possible with AM reception.

Atmospheric conditions can also affect FM reception. High humidity will cause poor reception. However, cloudy days may provide better reception than clear days.

(Multipath noise)

Since FM signals can be reflected by obstructions, it is possible to receive both the direct signal and the reflected signal at the same time. This causes a slight delay in reception and may be heard as a broken sound or a distortion. This problem may also be encountered when in close proximity to the transmitter.

(Flutter/Skip noise)

Signals from an FM transmitter move in straight lines and become weak in valleys between tall buildings, mountains, and other obstacles. When a vehicle passes through such an area, the reception conditions may change suddenly, resulting in annoying noise.

(Weak signal noise)

In suburban areas, broadcast signals become weak because of distance from the transmitter. Reception in such fringe areas is characterized by sound breakup.

(Strong signal noise)

This occurs very close to a transmitter tower. The broadcast signals are extremely strong, so the result is noise and sound breakup at the radio receiver.

(Station drift noise)

When a vehicle reaches the area of 2 strong stations broadcasting at similar frequencies, the original station may be temporarily lost and the second station picked up. At this time there will be some noise from this disturbance.

Condensation phenomenon (Some Models)

Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold, the CD or optical components (prism and lens) in the CD player may become clouded with condensation. At this time, the CD will eject immediately when placed in the unit. A clouded CD 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 CD player (Some Models)

The following precautions should be observed.

  • Do not use deformed or cracked CDs. The disc may not eject resulting in a malfunction.

  • Do not use non-conventional discs such as heart-shaped, octagonal discs, etc. The disc may not eject resulting in a malfunction.

  • If the memory portion of the CD is transparent or translucent, do not use the disc.

  • 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 figure. 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, finger smudges, and dirt can decrease the amount of light reflected from the signal surface, thus affecting sound quality. If the CD should become soiled, gently wipe it with a soft cloth from the center 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.

  • 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 affixed 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 affixed. The disc may not eject resulting in a malfunction.

Operating Tips for MP3

MP3 stands for MPEG Audio Layer 3, which is standardized 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 files with the extension (.mp3) as MP3 files.

  1. International Organization for Standardization

 


Do not use an audio file extension on files other than audio files. In addition, do not change the audio file extension. Otherwise, the unit will not recognize the file correctly resulting in noise or a malfunction.

 


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, cable 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.

  • This audio system handles MP3 files that have been recorded on CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROMs. (Some Models)

  • When naming an MP3 file, be sure to add an MP3 file extension (.mp3) after the file 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 files with the extension (.wma) as WMA files.

  1. Windows Media and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation U.S. in the United States and other countries.

 


Do not use an audio file extension on files other than audio files. In addition, do not change the audio file extension. Otherwise, the unit will not recognize the file correctly resulting in noise or a malfunction.

  • WMA files written under specifications other than the indicated specification may not play normally or files or folder names may not display correctly.

  • The file extension may not be provided depending on the computer operating system, version, software, or settings. In this case, add the file extension “.wma” to the end of the file name, and then write it to the disc/memory (Some Models).

 

Operating Tips for AAC

AAC stands for Advanced Audio Coding, which is standardized 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 files with the extensions (.aac/.m4a/.wav) as the AAC files.

 


Do not use an audio file extension on files other than audio files. In addition, do not change the audio file extension. Otherwise, the unit will not recognize the file correctly resulting in noise or a malfunction.

  • AAC files written under specifications other than the indicated specification may not play normally or files or folder names may not display correctly.

  • The file extension may not be provided depending on the computer operating system, version, software, or settings. In this case, add the file extension “.aac”, “.m4a”, or “.wav” to the end of the file name, and then write it to the disc (Some Models)/memory.

    *1 International Organization for Standardization

Condensation phenomenon (Some Models)

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 (Some Models)

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.

  • 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 figure. 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/DVDR/DVD-RW/DVDRW written with video data (DVD-Video/DVD-VR file) 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 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, finger smudges, and dirt can decrease the amount of light reflected from the signal surface, thus affecting sound quality. If the DVD should become soiled, gently wipe it with a soft cloth from the center 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 affixed to it.

  • This unit may not be able to play certain DVD-R/DVDR/DVD-RW/DVDRWs 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/DVDR/DVD-RW/DVDRWs, 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/DVDR/DVD-RW/DVDRWs.

  • 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 affixed. 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 Laboratories, Inc.. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

 


  • Video data (DVD-Video/DVD-VR files) written to DVD/DVD-R/DVDR/DVD-RW/DVDRW 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 files written under specifications other than the indicated specification may not play normally or files or folder names may not display correctly.

Mark indicating on disc (Some Models)

Marks indicated on discs or packages are as follows:

Mark

Meaning

NTSC

PAL

Indicates a color 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.

Glossary

DVD-Video (Some Models)

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 (Some Models)

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

Multi-angle (Some Models)

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 (Some Models)

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 (Some Models)

DVD players and discs are assigned codes for each market region and only discs manufactured for that specific 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 files with the extension (.ogg) as OGG files.

 


Do not use an audio file extension on files other than audio files. In addition, do not change the audio file extension. Otherwise, the unit will not recognize the file correctly resulting in noise or a malfunction.

  • OGG files written under specifications other than the indicated specification may not play normally or files or folder names may not display correctly.

  • The file extension may not be provided depending on the computer operating system, version, software, or settings. In this case, add the file extension “.ogg” to the end of the file name, and then write it to the memory.

 

Operating Tips for USB device

This unit plays audio files as follows:

Extension

Playback with this unit

.mp3

MP3

.wma

WMA

.aac

AAC

.m4a

.wav

WAV

.ogg

OGG

 


Do not use an audio file extension on files other than audio files. In addition, do not change the audio file extension. Otherwise, the unit will not recognize the file correctly resulting in noise or a malfunction.

 


  • Playback may not be possible depending on the type and condition of the USB flash memory even if the audio file complies with the standard.

  • A copyright protected WMA/AAC file cannot be played in this unit.

  • If a file 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.

(Vehicles without USB port indicated with )

  • If a device exceeds the maximum electric current value of 1,000 mA, it may not operate or recharge when connected.

(Vehicles with USB port indicated with )

  • If the current consumption of the connected device exceeds the following current value, it may not operate or recharge.

    • Apple device is connected : 2,100 mA

    • Device compatible with BC1.2 is connected : 1,500 mA

    • Device other than the above is connected : 500 mA

  • Do not pull out the USB device while in the USB mode (only pull it out while in FM/AM radio or CD mode (Some Models)).

  • The device will not operate if the data is password protected.

MP3/WMA/AAC/OGG files written under specifications other than the indicated specification may not play normally or files/folder names may not display correctly.

 

Agreements and disclaimers related to Apple CarPlay™

This unit is compatible with Apple CarPlay™ which can operate an iPhone® using the vehicle's audio device.

  • iPhone, Siri and Apple Music are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

  • Apple CarPlay™ is trademarks of Apple Inc.

  • iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license.

May not be compatible depending on the model or OS version.

 


  • For the purposes of safety, do not operate your iPhone® while driving.

  • Disconnect the iPhone® when it is not in use. If the device is left in the cabin, it could be damaged or the battery may deteriorate due to the excessive temperature or humidity inside the cabin.

  • If the iPhone® battery has deteriorated, it may not recharge or play audio even if it is connected to this unit.

  • Before use, carefully read the user instructions for the iPhone®.

 


To prevent loss or damage of stored data, we recommend that you always back up your data.

 

Operating Tips for Android™

Requires the Android Auto app on Google Play and an Android compatible smartphone running Android™ 5.0 Lollipop or higher.

 


  • For the purposes of safety, do not operate your Android™ Smartphone while driving.

  • Disconnect the Android™ Smartphone when it is not in use. If the device is left in the cabin, it could be damaged or the battery may weaken due to the excessive temperature or humidity inside the cabin.

  • If the Android™ Smartphone battery has deteriorated, it may not recharge or play audio even if it is connected to this unit.

  • Before use, carefully read the user instructions for the Android™ Smartphone.

 


To prevent loss or damage of stored data, we recommend that you always back up your data.

  • Google, Android, Android Auto and other related marks are trademarks of Google LLC.

 

Bluetooth® audio

Applicable Bluetooth® specification (Recommended)

Ver. 1.1/1.2/2.0 EDR/2.1 EDR/3.0 (conformity)

Response profile

  • A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Ver. 1.0/1.2

  • AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) Ver. 1.0/1.3/1.4

A2DP is a profile which transmits only audio to the Bluetooth® unit. If your Bluetooth® audio device corresponds only to A2DP, but not AVRCP, you cannot operate it using the control panel of the vehicle's audio system. In this case, only the operations on the mobile device are available the same as when a portable audio device for a non-compliant Bluetooth® device is connected to the AUX terminal.

Function

A2DP

AVRCP

Ver. 1.0

Ver. 1.3

Ver. 1.4

Playback

X

X

X

X

Pause

X

X

X

X

File (Track) up/down

X

X

X

Reverse

X

X

Fast-forward

X

X

Text display

X

X

Repeat

Depends on device

Depends on device

Shuffle

Depends on device

Depends on device

Scan (Some Models)

Depends on device

Depends on device

Folder up/down

Depends on device

X: Available

—: Not available

 


  • The battery consumption of Bluetooth® audio devices increases while Bluetooth® is connected.

  • If a general mobile phone device is USB connected during music playback over the Bluetooth® connection, the Bluetooth® connection is disconnected. For this reason, you cannot have music playback over a Bluetooth® connection and music playback using a USB connection at the same time.

  • The system may not operate normally depending on the Bluetooth® audio device.

 

Bluetooth® Audio Device Information Display

If a Bluetooth® audio device is connected, the following information is displayed in the center display.

AVRCP Ver. lower than 1.3

AVRCP Ver. 1.3

AVRCP Ver. 1.4 or higher

Device name

X

X

X

Remaining battery charge of device

X

X

X

Song name

X

X

Artist name

X

X

Album name

X

X

Playback time

X

X

Genre name

X

X

Album art image

X: Available

—: Not available

 


Some information may not display depending on the device, and if the information cannot be displayed, “Unknown - - -” is indicated.

SiriusXM® (Some Models)

Displaying the Radio ID

When channel 0 is selected, the radio ID is displayed. Use the PREVIOUS or NEXT channel buttons to select channel 0.

 

SiriusXM® operation

Select the icon on the home screen to display the Entertainment screen. When is selected, the following icons are indicated in the bottom part of the center display.

Icon

Function

Displays the Entertainment menu. Use to switch to a different audio source.

Displays the channel list of the current category.

Displays the favorites list. Long-press to store the channel currently being aired.

Refer to Operating the Radio (Search).

Plays each channel in the current channel list for 6 seconds.

Select again to continue receiving the channel.

The function can be selected when the Tune Scan™ setting is turned off.

Each channel programmed to Smart Favorite is played for 6 seconds.

The function can be selected when all of the following conditions are met.

  • Two or more music channels have been programmed to Smart Favorite

  • The Tune Scan™ setting is ON

Displays in red while a station in a TuneMix™ channel is being broadcast.

The TuneMix™ broadcast ends when the icon is pressed.

(During TuneMix™ broadcast/Tune Scan™ operation)

Returns to the beginning of the previous song.

Plays a radio. When selected again, playback is temporarily stopped.

(During TuneMix™ broadcast/Tune Scan™ operation)

Advances to the beginning of the next song.

(When in a mode other than TuneMix™/Tune Scan™)

Plays the previous channel.

(When in a mode other than TuneMix™/Tune Scan™)

Plays the next channel.

Displays the setting screen.

Displays sound settings to adjust audio quality level.

Refer to Other Equipment/Functions (Search).

Selection from channel list

Receivable channels can be displayed on the channel list screen. You can easily select the channel you want to listen from the list. Each category can be also displayed.

  1. Select the icon to display the channel list.

  2. Select a desired channel.

(Select from category list)

  1. Select the icon to display the channel list.

  2. Select to display the category list.

  3. Select a desired category.

Creating TuneMix™ Channel

The music channels programmed to Smart Favorite can be programmed to the TuneMix™ Channel.

 


  • Smart Favorite can be programmed by selecting on the SiriusXM Settings screen.

  • The TuneMix™ Channel cannot be created unless two or more SiriusXM music channels have been programmed to Smart Favorite.

  1. Select the icon to display the channel list.

  2. Select the tab.

  3. Select .

  4. Select .

  5. Select the desired music channel to the TuneMix™ Channel.

  6. Select to register the TuneMix™ Channel.

 

Parental lock

If a channel is locked, the channel is muted.

To use the parental lock function, the PIN code must be initialized first.

By using the session lock, the parental lock can be enabled or disabled during the current drive cycle (from when the ignition is switched on to switched off). When the session lock is on, the parental lock is available. When the session lock is off, the parental lock is temporarily canceled.

When canceling the parental lock or session lock, or when changing the PIN code, PIN code input is required.

PIN code reset

If the registered code has been forgotten, reset the code to the default [0000] code.

  1. Select the icon.

  2. Select .

  3. Select .

  4. Input the default code [0000] using the number buttons.

  5. Select .

  6. Input the new PIN code using the number buttons.

  7. Select .

DAB (Some Models)

DAB radio is a digital broadcasting system for radio.

DAB radio provides a high-quality radio sound source using an auto frequency switching function in boundary areas.

By displaying the radio text, information such as the song name and artist name can be displayed.

 


This unit is also compatible with DAB radio.

Radio ON

  1. Select on the home screen to display the Entertainment screen.

  2. Select , the following icons are displayed at the bottom of the screen.

Icon

Function

Displays the Entertainment menu. Use to switch to a different audio source.

Displays the station list (ensemble and station).

Select to update the station list.

Select to select the ensemble you want to display.

Displays the favorites list. Press and hold to store the currently tuned station to the favorites list.

Refer to Operating the Radio (Search).

Searches your desired station from the station list.

Tunes to each station in the station list for 10 seconds.

Select again when your desired station is tuned.

 


If the station list is not available, it switches to the station list update screen. Perform the station list updating.

Switches the TA mode on and off.

Refer to Operating the Radio (Search).

Returns to the previous station.

Touch and hold to return to the top station in the previous ensemble.

Goes to the next station.

Touch and hold to go to the top station in the next ensemble.

Displays the DAB radio setting screen.

Displays sound settings to adjust audio quality level.

Refer to Other Equipment/Functions (Search).

Example of use (Update station list and listen to DAB radio)

  1. Select the icon and display the following screen.

  2. Select to update the station list.

  3. Select to select the ensemble you want to display.

  4. Select a desired station to start radio reception.

     

DAB radio setting

  1. Select the icon while using DAB radio.

  2. Select the desired item and perform the setting.

    The items which can be set are as follows:

Item

Setting

Function

BAND Settings

Band III/L Band/Both

Frequency band can be changed.

DAB-FM Link

On/Off

On: If the reception condition is bad, an FM station which is providing the same broadcast is searched and switched to.

DAB-DAB Link

On/Off

On: If the reception condition is bad, a DAB station which is providing the same broadcast is searched and switched to.

Radio Text

On/Off

On: Radio text is displayed.

 


  • The radio text may not be displayed depending on the radio station.

  • The radio text cannot be displayed in DAB-FM mode.

  • If there is no DAB radio signal, “Signal Lost” is displayed on the screen. Change the ensemble or radio station, or perform station list updating.

Pandora® (Some Models)

What is Pandora®?

Pandora® is free personalized Internet radio. Simply enter a favorite artist, track, genre, and Pandora® will create a personalized station that plays their music and more like it. Rate songs by giving thumbs-up and thumbs-down feedback to further refine your station, discover new music and help Pandora® play only music you like.

 


  • Pandora® may not be available outside of the U.S.A..

  • To operate Pandora® from your Bluetooth® device, perform the following in advance:

    • Create Pandora® account on the Web.

    • Create Pandora® station using Pandora® application.

    • Install Pandora® application on your device.

 

Playback

Select the icon on the home screen to display the Entertainment screen. When is selected, the following icons are indicated in the bottom part of the center display.

Icon

Function

Displays the Entertainment menu. Use to switch to a different audio source.

Displays the station list.

Use to switch to other stations.

Thumbs-Down

Press the icon to tell Pandora® not to play this track.

Thumbs-Up

Press the icon to tell Pandora® “you like this track” and it helps to bring in more tracks like it to your station.

Bookmarking

Bookmarks the song or artist currently being played.

Plays the track. When selected again, playback is temporarily stopped.

Goes to the next song.

Displays sound settings to adjust audio quality level.

Refer to Other Equipment/Functions (Search).

 


  • The skip function may not be available depending on the device.

  • The number of skips is limited by Pandora®.

  • If the icon is selected when the skip song function is running, the next song is skipped.

 

Selection from station list

Selection can be made from a programmed radio station list.

  1. Select the icon.

  2. Select the desired radio station.

 


When is selected, songs randomly selected from the radio station list are played.

Selecting the sort method

The displayed order of the station list can be changed.

  1. Select the icon.

  2. Select .

  3. Select to display in the order starting from the newly created station.

  4. Select to display in alphabetical order.

 


The displayed order of cannot be changed.

 

Bookmarking

You can bookmark song or artist to check out later on the Web.

  1. Select the icon.

  2. Select to bookmark the song.

  3. Select to bookmark the artist.

USB

How to connect USB port

Connecting a device

  1. Open the console lid.

  2. If there is a cover on the USB port, remove the cover.

  3. Connect the connector on the device to the USB port.

 


Do not allow the connection plug cord to get tangled with the parking brake (without electric parking brake (EPB)) or the shift lever (manual transaxle)/selector lever (automatic transaxle):

Allowing the plug cord to become tangled with the parking brake (without electric parking brake (EPB)) or the shift lever (manual transaxle)/selector lever (automatic transaxle) is dangerous as it could interfere with driving, resulting in an accident.

 


Do not place objects or apply force to the USB port with the plug connected.

 


  • Insert the plug into the USB port securely.

  • Insert or pull out the plug with the plug perpendicular to the USB port hole.

  • Insert or remove the plug by holding its base.

  • Use the USB terminal indicated by the mark or the 1 mark when using Apple CarPlay™ (Some Models) and Android Auto™ (Some Models).

How to use USB mode

 

Type

Playable data

USB mode

MP3/WMA/AAC/OGG (Some Models)/M4A/WAV file

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.

The recommended capacity of the USB memory is 32 GB or less.

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 center 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 canceled.

Tracks in the current track list are played randomly.

Select it again to cancel.

(Some Models)

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.

Advances to the beginning of the next song.

Long-press to fast forward.

Displays sound settings to adjust audio quality level.

Refer to Other Equipment/Functions (Search).

 


  • If a file 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 album art may not display depending on the album art size.

  • To move to the desired location on the track, move the slider indicating the playback time.

  • The appearance of the repeat and shuffle 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.

Apple Music Radio*2

Displays Apple Music Radio stations.

A station can be selected and played.

Folder*3

Displays the folder/file list.

  1. Playlist folders of Apple devices are not supported.

  2. Apple device only

  3. USB-Sticks and USB-Android™ device only

Example of use (to play all tracks in USB device)

(Method 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.

 


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 flash memory.

 


Only the tracks in the desired folder selected in Step 3 are played.

CD (Some Models)

Type

Playable data

Music/MP3/WMA/AAC CD player

  • Music data (CD-DA)

  • MP3/WMA/AAC file

 


If a disc has both music data (CD-DA) and MP3/WMA/AAC files, playback of the 2 or 3 file types differs depending on how the disc was recorded.

Inserting the CD

Insert the CD into the slot, label-side up. The auto-loading mechanism will set the CD and begin play.

 


There will be a short lapse before play begins while the player reads the digital signals on the CD.

Ejecting the CD

Press the CD eject button () to eject the CD.

Playback

Select the icon on the home screen with a CD inserted and display the Entertainment screen. When is selected, the following icons are indicated in the lower part of the center display.

Icon

Function

Displays the Entertainment menu. Use to switch to a different audio source.

(Music CD)

Displays the track list of the CD.

Select the track you want to play.

(MP3/WMA/AAC CD)

Displays the top level folder/file list.

Select the folder you want to select.

The files in the selected folder are displayed.

Select the file you want to play.

(MP3/WMA/AAC CDs only)

Displays the file list of the folder currently being played.

Select the song you want to listen to.

(Music CD)

Replays the song currently being played repeatedly.

Select it again to cancel.

(MP3/WMA/AAC CD)

Replays the song currently being played repeatedly.

When selected again, the songs in the folder are played repeatedly.

Select it again to cancel.

(Music CD)

Plays songs on the CD in random order.

Select it again to cancel.

(MP3/WMA/AAC CD)

Plays songs in the folder in random order.

When selected again, the songs on the CD are played in random order.

Select it again to cancel.

(Music CD)

The beginning of each track on a CD is played to aid in searching for a desired track.

When selected again, the operation is canceled and the song currently being played continues.

(MP3/WMA/AAC CD)

The beginning of each track in a folder is played to aid in searching for a desired track.

When selected again, the operation is canceled and the song currently being played continues.

 

If the audio is operated during scan-play, the track being scan-played is played normally. Then, the audio operation is performed.

If selected within a few seconds of a song which has started to play, the previous song is selected.

If more than a few seconds have elapsed after a song has begun to play, 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.

Plays a CD. When selected again, playback is temporarily stopped.

Advances to the beginning of the next song.

Long-press to fast forward. It stops when you remove your hand from the icon or the commander knob.

Displays sound settings to adjust audio quality level.

Refer to Other Equipment/Functions (Search).

Example of use (When searching for a song from the top level of an MP3/WMA/AAC CD)

  1. Select the icon to display the folder/file list at the top level.

  2. When the folder is selected, folders/file lists in the folder are displayed.

  3. Select the desired song.

 


  • Select to move to a folder one level higher.

  • The appearance of the repeat and shuffle icons changes depending on the type of operation in which the function is used.

Stitcher™ (Some Models)

Stitcher™ radio is an application which can be used to listen to Internet radio or stream podcasts.

Recommended content is automatically selected by registering content which you put into your favorites, or by pressing the Like or Dislike button.

For details on Stitcher™ Radio, refer to “http://stitcher.com/”.

 


  • To operate Stitcher™ Radio from your Bluetooth® device, perform the following in advance:

    • Install the Stitcher™ Radio application to your device.

    • Create a Stitcher™ Radio account for your device.

    • Log onto Stitcher™ Radio using your device.

  • If the Applications screen is not displayed on the device, Stitcher™ may not play on the center display.

  • Due to the conditions of the Stitcher™ Radio application for Smartphones, the connection service with Mazda Connect is no longer available for Stitcher™ Radio application version 10 or later.

    The linkage function using Apple CarPlay/Android™ is available.

    In addition, services for other connection services may be subject to changes due to changes in Smartphone applications.

Playback

Select the icon on the home screen to display the Entertainment screen. When is selected, the following icons are indicated in the bottom part of the center display.

Icon

Function

Displays the Entertainment menu. Use to switch to a different audio source.

Displays the station list.

Use to switch to other stations.

Dislike

Evaluates the current program as “Dislike”.

Like

Evaluates the current program as “Like”.

Adds the current station to your favorites or deletes the current station from your favorites.

Reverses for 30 seconds.

Plays the station. Select it again to pause playback.

Goes to the next station.

Displays sound settings to adjust audio quality level.

Refer to Other Equipment/Functions (Search).

Station list

  1. Select the icon to display the station list.

    Favorites station name: Select to display the program registered to your favorites.

    Category name: A recommended category selected from your favorites by Stitcher™ is displayed.

    Select it to display the category program.

     

  2. Select the program name to play it.

Add to your favorites

If the current program has not been registered to your favorites, it can be registered to your favorites.

  1. Select the icon to display the favorites station which the registration can be added.

  2. Select the station name which you want to register.

  3. Select to add the program to the selected favorites station.

 


  • Multiple favorites stations can be selected and registered.

  • Favorites stations registered by oneself as well those set by default are displayed.

Delete from your favorites

If the current program has already been registered to your favorites, the program can be deleted from your favorites.

  1. Select the icon.

  2. The program is automatically deleted from the favorites station.

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