Audio Set
Basic Operation Method
The explanation of functions described in this manual may differ from the actual operation, and the shapes of screens and buttons and the letters and characters displayed may also differ from the actual appearance.
Additionally, depending on future software updates, the content may successively change without notice.
Audio Set has three different human interfaces.
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Commander switch
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Touch panel
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Voice recognition with steering switch and microphone
Refer to Voice Recognition (Search).
Commander switch operation
For safety reasons, some operations are disabled while the vehicle is being driven.

Volume dial operation

Press the volume dial to switch the audio MUTE on and off.
Turn the volume dial to adjust the volume. The volume increases by turning the dial clockwise, and decreases by turning it anticlockwise.
Switches around commander knob

The following operations can be done by pressing the switches around the commander knob.
: Displays the home screen.
: Displays the Entertainment screen.
: Displays the Navigation screen (Only navigation-equipped vehicles). For operation of the Navigation screen, refer to the navigation system manual. If the SD card for the navigation system is not inserted, the compass indicating the direction in which the vehicle is moving is displayed.
: Displays the Favourites screen. Long-press to store particular items in Favourites. (Radio, phonebook and destination of the navigation system can be programmed.)
: Returns to previous screen.
Commander knob operation

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

Touch & Tap
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Touch or tap on the item indicated on the screen.
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The operation is launched and the next item is displayed.
Slide (USB audio only)
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Touch the setting item displaying a slider bar.
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Touch the slider with your finger and move to the desired level.
Swipe
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Touch the screen with your finger and move up or down.
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Items which were not displayed can be displayed.
Return to previous screen
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Touch the
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Displaying the home screen
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Touch the
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Home screen

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Applications Information such as average fuel economy, maintenance, and warnings can be verified. Depending on the grade and specification, the screen display may differ. |
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Entertainment Operates audio such as the radio. The audio source most recently used is displayed. An audio source which cannot be used at that time is skipped and the previous audio source is displayed. To change the audio source, select the |
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Communication Bluetooth® related functions are available. |
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Navigation Navigation screen is displayed (vehicles with navigation system). If the SD card for the navigation system is not inserted, the compass indicating the direction in which the vehicle is moving is displayed. The compass may not indicate the correct bearing when the vehicle is stopped or travelling at a slow speed. |
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Settings Overall setting menu (Such as display, sound, Bluetooth® and Language). Depending on the grade and specification, the screen display may differ. |
Volume adjustment
Turn the commander switch volume dial. The volume switch on the steering switch can also be pressed.
Display setting
Select the icon on the home screen to display the Settings screen.
Select the tab to select the item you would like to change.
Display OFF/Clock
The centre display can be turned off. Select to turn the display off.
When is selected the centre display turns off and the clock is displayed.
The centre display can be turned back on as follows:
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Touch the centre display.
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Operate the commander switch.
Daytime/nighttime (Mode) screen setting
The daytime or nighttime screen can be selected.
: Switches screen automatically according to headlight illumination condition*1
: Daytime screen setting
: Nighttime screen setting
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The display is constantly on daytime screen when the illumination dimmer is cancelled.
Brightness adjustment
Adjust the centre display brightness using the slider.
Contrast adjustment
Adjust the centre display contrast using the slider.
Display setting reset
All of the screen setting values can be reset to their initial settings.
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Select
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Select
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Audio sound adjustment
Select the icon on the home screen to display the Settings screen.
Select the tab to select the item you would like to change.
Indication |
Setting value |
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Bass (Low pitch sound) |
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Treble (Treble sound) |
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Fade (Front/Rear volume balance) |
Front: Front speaker volume enhancement Rear: Rear speaker volume enhancement |
Balance (Left/right volume balance) |
Right: Right speaker volume enhancement Left: Left speaker volume enhancement |
ALC*1 (Automatic volume adjustment) |
Off―Adjustment at seven levels |
Bose® Centerpoint*2 (Automatic surround level adjustment) |
On/Off |
Bose® AudioPilot*2 (Automatic volume adjustment) |
On/Off |
Beep (Audio operation sound) |
On/Off |
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Standard audio
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Bose® sound system
ALC (Automatic volume adjustment)
The automatic level control (ALC) is a feature that automatically adjusts audio volume and sound quality according to the vehicle speed. The volume increases in accordance with the increase in vehicle speed, and decreases as vehicle speed decreases.
Bose® Centerpoint (Automatic surround level adjustment)
Centerpoint®*3 lets vehicle owners enjoy a Bose® surround sound experience from their existing MP3s.
Specifically engineered to meet the unique demands of reproducing surround sound in a vehicle.
Converts stereo signals to multiple channels allowing greater precision when reproducing the sound.
An enhanced algorithm to simultaneously create a wider, more spacious sound field.
*3 Centerpoint® is a registered trademark of Bose Corporation.
Bose® AudioPilot (Automatic volume adjustment)
When driving, background noise can interfere with enjoying music.
AudioPilot®*4 noise compensation technology continuously adjusts the music to compensate for background noise and vehicle speed.
It reacts only to sustained noise sources and not intermittent ones, such as speed bumps.
An enhanced DSP algorithm allows faster and more effective compensation for unusual situations, such as driving on a very rough road or at high speeds.
*4 AudioPilot® is a registered trademark of Bose Corporation.
Operating the Radio
Radio ON
Select the icon on the home screen to display the Entertainment screen. When selecting the desired radio, the following icons are indicated in the lower part of the centre display.
AM/FM Radio
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Displays the Entertainment menu. Use to switch to a different audio source. |
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Displays the list of receivable RDS radio stations (FM only).*1 |
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Displays the station list.*2 Select Select the desired frequency. |
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Displays the Favourites list. Long-press to store radio station currently being aired. |
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You can search for receivable radio stations. Scanning stops at each station for about five seconds. Select again to continue receiving the radio station. |
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You can change the radio frequency manually. Rotate the commander knob, slide the screen, or touch the radio frequency. Press When |
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Switches the TA mode on and off.*1 |
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Automatic radio station selection. When long-pressed, the radio frequency changes continually. It stops when you remove your hand from the icon or the commander knob. |
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Displays the FM settings screen (FM only).*1 On/Off of Alternative frequency and Region lock can be set. |
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Displays sound settings to adjust audio quality level. Refer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls (Search). |
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With Radio Data System (RDS)
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Not displayed when listening to FM radio on vehicles with Radio Data System (RDS).
(With Radio Data System (RDS))
When the or
icon is selected while FM is selected, each programme is selected.
Bluetooth®
Settings
Select the icon on the home screen and display the Settings screen.
Switch the tab and select the setting item you want to change.
You can customize settings in the setup display as follows:
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AD-Disp |
Height Brightness Control Other |
Refer to Active Driving Display (Search). |
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Display |
Refer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls (Search). |
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Safety |
Distance Recognition Support System SBS/SCBS Other |
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search). |
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Sound |
Refer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls (Search). |
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Clock |
Adjust Time |
Displays the currently set time is displayed. Press AM/PM can only be selected with the 12-hour clock display. |
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GPS Sync |
Synchronizes with GPS when turned on. When turned off, the time can be changed from “Adjust Time”. |
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Time Format |
Changes the display between 12 and 24-hour clock time. |
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Time Zone Select |
When it's not synchronized with GPS, select the region you want to specify. |
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Daylight Savings Time |
Turns the daylight saving time setting on/off. When ON, the time advances 1 hour. When OFF, it returns to normal time. |
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Vehicle |
Rain Sensing Wiper Door Locks Other |
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search). |
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Devices |
Bluetooth |
Refer to Bluetooth® Preparation (Search). |
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Network Management |
Wi-Fi™ is used to obtain Navi POI/Real Time Traffic function (Such as gas prices, weather, nearest restaurant) |
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System |
Tool Tips |
Turns button explanations ON/OFF. |
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Language |
Changes the language. |
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Temperature |
Changes the setting between Fahrenheit and Celsius. |
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Distance |
Changes the setting between miles and kilometres. |
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Music Database Update |
Used to update Gracenote®. Gracenote® is used with USB Audio, and provides:
Gracenote® can be downloaded from the Mazda Handsfree Website. Refer to Gracenote® Database (Search). |
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Factory Reset |
Memory and settings are initialized to the factory settings. The initialization launches by selecting the |
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About |
Agreements and Disclaimers |
Verify the disclaimer and agree. |
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Version Information |
Can verify the current audio unit OS version and Gracenote® Database version. |
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