MZD Connect
What is MZD Connect ?
What is MZD Connect ?

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Radio
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Bluetooth® Audio/Hands-Free Call/SMS (Short Message Service)
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USB Audio/USB Video
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USB port*1/SD card slot*2
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CD/DVD player (Some Models)
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CD/DVD (Some Models)
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SD card (Navigation system) (Some Models)
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The location of the USB slot differs depending on the vehicle model.
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The SD card slot is for the navigation system. For vehicles with the navigation system, the SD card (Mazda genuine) with stored map data is inserted into the SD card slot and used.
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Menu |
Explanation |
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(1) |
Information |
Fuel Efficiency Monitor: Monitor fuel efficiency in real time and view fuel efficiency history. Vehicle Status Monitor: View important vehicle maintenance messages, information, and intervals. Owner's Manual (Some Models): Learn about Mazda features, safety information, maintenance, and more. |
(2) |
Entertainment |
FM AM DAB (Some Models) Bluetooth USB1 Audio/USB2 Audio USB1 Video/USB2 Video Disc (Some Models)/CD (Some Models)/DVD (Some Models) |
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Notifications |
Displays notifications from the vehicle. |
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Communication |
By connecting your mobile device, such as a Smartphone, to MZD Connect via Bluetooth®, you can use the hands-free call and short message functions. |
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Navigation |
The navigation system (vehicles with navigation system) can be used when the SD card for the navigation system is inserted.
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. For the navigation system operation, refer to the navigation system manual. |
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Settings |
You can change the settings for the MZD Connect screen, sound settings, and the vehicle functions.
In-Vehicle Displays: Configures settings and content for all in-vehicle displays. Sound Settings: Configures the in-vehicle listening experience. Safety Settings: Configures safety and driver assistance features. Vehicle Settings: Configures vehicle convenience features. Connectivity Settings: Configures Bluetooth and other device connectivity settings. System Settings: Configures language, time, and other general settings. |
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Apple CarPlay |
You can use Apple CarPlay by connecting an iPhone compatible with Apple CarPlay to the USB slot. |
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Android Auto |
You can use Android Auto™ by connecting an Android™ Smartphone compatible with Android Auto™ to the USB slot. |
Always adjust the audio while the vehicle is stopped:
Do not adjust the audio remote control switch 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.
Do not allow the connection plug cord to get tangled with the shift lever (manual transmission)/selector lever (automatic transmission):
Allowing the plug cord to become tangled with the shift lever (manual transmission)/selector lever (automatic transmission) is dangerous as it could interfere with driving, resulting in an accident.
Do not adjust the portable audio unit or a similar product while driving the vehicle:
Adjusting the portable audio unit or a similar product while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a serious accident. Always adjust the portable audio unit or a similar product while the vehicle is stopped.
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.
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Do not use MZD Connect for a long time with the engine stopped. Otherwise, the battery power could be depleted.
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If a mobile 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 a problem.
MZD Connect Basic Operations
MZD Connect Basic Operations
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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.
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This manual contains an overview of MZD Connect and its basic operations. For details on each function, refer to the MZD Connect Owner’s Manual.
Commander Switch Operation
The commander switch can be used to switch to each function and to operate each function.
Set the palm of your hand on the commander knob so that your fingers can touch each of the switches.
You can switch the screens without having to look down at your hand.

The shape of the switches varies depending on the vehicle model.
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Item |
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Commander knob (selection): Rotate or slide the commander knob to select the functions you want to use. |
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Commander knob (select): Press the commander knob to select the function you want to use. |
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Entertainment button: The audio source screen last used is displayed.
(During Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ music playback) Displays the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ playback screen. |
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Volume knob:
Volume adjustment Adjust the volume by turning the volume knob. If you adjust the volume during a voice guidance, the volume of the voice guidance changes. If you adjust the volume while making a hands-free call, the conversation volume changes. Press the volume knob to mute the audio. Press the knob again to cancel.
Power off Press and hold the volume knob to turn the MZD Connect power off.
If you press the volume knob to mute an audio source which can be paused, such as Apple CarPlay, USB audio, or Bluetooth® audio, while it is playing, the song playback pauses. Press the volume knob again to cancel the mute and the pause at the same time.
Selecting a radio station (FM/AM radio) You can call up radio stations registered to your favourites by sliding the volume knob left/right while listening to FM/AM radio. The radio stations change each time you slide the volume knob. In addition, press and hold the volume knob until you hear a beep to start automatic station selection. It stops when a radio broadcast is tuned in. (DAB radio) (Some Models) You can call up radio stations registered to your Favourites by sliding the volume knob left/right while listening to DAB radio. The radio stations change each time you slide the volume knob. In addition, the service switches to the next service when you continue sliding the knob to the right until you hear a beep, and it switches to the previous service when you continue sliding the knob to the left. If there is no next or previous service in the selected Ensemble, Ensemble switches.
Cuing Music and video files can be cued by operating the button while audio or video is playing. Slide the volume knob to the right to cue to the beginning of the next song and slide it to the left to cue to the beginning of the previous song. (The order of the songs is in the order of the selected file list.) |
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Favourites button: Displays the favourites screen. Press and hold to register contacts, radio stations, or navigation points which are displayed on the screen at that time. |
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Home button: Displays the home screen.
(While Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ is displayed) Displays the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ home screen.
(While Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ is connected) Press and hold while the MZD Connect screen is displayed to switch the screen from MZD Connect to Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™. In addition, press and hold while the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ screen is displayed to switch to the MZD Connect screen. |
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Back button: Returns to previous screen. |
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Map button: Displays the navigation screen (vehicles with navigation system). In order for the navigation system to function, the SD card for the navigation system is required. If the SD card for the navigation system is not inserted, the compass indicating the direction in which the vehicle is moving is displayed. For the navigation system operation, refer to the navigation system manual.
(During Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ route guidance) Displays the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ map screen. |
Audio Remote Control Switch Operation
The audio remote control switch is on the left side of the steering wheel. You can operate the audio unit from the steering wheel.

The shape of the switches differs depending on the vehicle model.
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Item |
Explanation |
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Volume adjustment button: Press the (+) or (-) button to adjust the volume. If you adjust the volume during a voice guidance, the volume of the voice guidance changes. If you adjust the volume while making a hands-free call, the conversation volume changes. |
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Seek Switch:
Selecting a radio station (FM/AM radio) You can call up radio stations registered to your favourites by pressing the seek switch while listening to FM/AM radio. The radio stations change each time you press the switch. In addition, press and hold the seek switch until you hear a beep to start automatic station selection. It stops when a radio broadcast is tuned in. (DAB radio) (Some Models) You can call up radio stations registered to your Favourites by pressing the seek switch while listening to DAB radio. The radio station changes each time you press the seek switch. In addition, if you press and hold the seek switch until you hear a beep, the service switches to the next or previous service. If there is no next or previous service in the selected Ensemble, Ensemble switches.
Cuing Music and video files can be cued by operating the button while audio or video is playing. Press the ( |
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SOURCE button: The audio source can be switched each time the button is pressed. In addition, when the button is pressed and held, the audio currently being played is turned off and the audio source selection screen is displayed.
(During Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ playback) Press and hold the SOURCE button to turn off the audio currently being played. |
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Hang-up button*1: (During a call) Press the button to end the call.
(While receiving a call) Press the button to refuse a call. |
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Talk/Pick-up button*1: (While receiving a call) Press the button to answer the call. |
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Mute button: Press the button to mute. Press it again to cancel the mute.
If you press the mute button to mute an audio source which can be paused, such as Apple CarPlay, USB audio, or Bluetooth® audio, while it is playing, the song playback pauses. Press the mute button again to cancel the mute and the pause at the same time. |
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You can also use the voice recognition for the talk/pick-up button, and hang-up button.
For details, refer to Operation Using Voice Recognition Function (Search).
Operation Using Voice Recognition Function

The shape of the switches differs depending on the vehicle model.
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Item |
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Talk/Pick-up button: When the button is pressed, the voice recognition top screen is displayed and the voice recognition is activated.
(While voice guidance is being announced) Press the button to skip the voice guidance. |
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Hang-up button: Press the button to end the voice recognition. |
Voice recognition activation
When the talk/pick-up button on the audio remote control switch is pressed, the voice recognition top screen is displayed.
While Apple CarPlay or Android Auto™ is connected, Siri or Android Auto™ voice recognition is activated, but MZD Connect voice recognition is not activated.
Commands usable at any time
“Help” - Can be used to check for usable voice commands.
“Back” - Returns to the previous screen. When a voice command is spoken while on the telephone number input screen, the content that was previously input is deleted.
“Cancel”- The voice recognition is ended.
To learn more on how to operate MZD Connect
“Owner's Manual” - The operation guide screen is displayed.
Ending voice recognition
Do any one of the following operations:
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Press the hang-up button.
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Press and hold the talk/Pick-up button.
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Say the word, “Cancel”.
Convenient operating tips for using the voice recognition function
Examples of effective voice commands in various categories are displayed on the voice recognition top screen.
It would be convenient to know these usable voice commands in advance.

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The voice commands indicated in this manual are some examples of usable voice commands. Some voice commands may be unusable depending on the vehicle model.
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When the Barge-In setting is on, voice commands can be made even while the voice guidance is being announced. For details on Barge-In, refer to the Settings section in the MZD Connect Owner's Manual.
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For details on voice commands which can be used on the navigation screen, refer to the navigation system manual.
To prevent mistaken voice recognition, be aware of the following points:
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When you are using a mobile phone connected via Bluetooth®, the commands relevant to the mobile phone can be used. Connect your mobile phone to Bluetooth® before operating the mobile phone using voice recognition.
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Speaking in a slightly louder voice will improve voice recognition, but an excessively loud voice is unnecessary. Try to speak in a slightly louder voice than when talking to other passengers in the vehicle.
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You do not need to speak slowly. Speak at a normal speed.
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When calling a person in the device's phone book, the recognition rate increases the longer the name is. Errors may occur with names that are short such as “Mama”, “Home”, or “wife”.
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Speak clearly, without pausing between words or numbers.
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Voice commands other than those specified, cannot be recognised. Speak in the wording specified by the voice commands.
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It is not necessary to face the microphone or approach it. Speak the voice commands while maintaining a safe driving position.
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Close the windows and the sunroof to reduce loud noises from outside the vehicle and to prevent the airflow of the air-conditioning system from being a disturbance when using Bluetooth® Hands-Free.
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Make sure that the air flow from the air conditioner is not blowing on the microphone.
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When making voice commands during a voice guidance, speak in a slightly louder voice. But, an excessively loud voice is unnecessary.
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If the voice recognition is poor with the guidance volume set to high, set the Barge-In to OFF.
Some voice command examples corresponding to the voice recognition function
The specified name and number are put into the {}.
Common
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Back
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Help (You can listen to help guidance at each screen.)
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{Line Number} (You can select the line number on the screen.)
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Next Page
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Previous Page
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Cancel
Menu
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All
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Navigation
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Entertainment
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Communication
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Owner's Manual (the In-vehicle Digital Owner's Manual voice recognition can be displayed.)
Setting
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Voice Recognition Settings
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Owner's Manual (the In-vehicle Digital Owner's Manual voice recognition can be displayed.)
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Display Off
Music
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Play Artist (You can also use “Play Artist {Artist name}”.)
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Play Album (You can also use “Play Album {Album Name}”.)
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Play Playlist (You can also use “Play Playlist {Playlist Name}”.)
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Play Song (You can also use “Play Song {Song Name}”.)
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Play Audiobook (You can also use “Play Audiobook {Audiobook Name}”.)
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Play Podcast (You can also use “Play Podcast {Podcast Name}”.)
Radio
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Tune to {Frequency} AM
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Tune to {Frequency} FM
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Tune to DAB {DAB Station Name}
Source
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Change Source (You can also use “Change Source to USB”*1 and “USB”*1.)
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Audio OFF (You can also use “Change Source to Audio OFF”.)
Phone
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Dial Phone Number (You can also use “Dial {Phone Number}”.)
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Call History
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Call a Contact (You can also use “Call {Contact Name}” and “Call {Contact Name} at {Number Type}”.)
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Redial
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: Audio source names other than “USB” can also be used as follows: Bluetooth/AM/FM/DAB/Disc/USB1 Audio/USB2 Audio/USB1 Video/USB2 Video
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Some commands may not be usable depending on the region and equipment.
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Some commands cannot be used depending on the device connection conditions and the use conditions.