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NOTE
l If the light switch is left on, the lights
will automatically switch off 30
seconds after turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position or removing the key.The lights will automatically switch back on when the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or ON position. l To prevent discharging the battery, don't leave the lights on while the engine is off unless safety requires them.
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Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls
qHeadlight Leveling The number of riders and weight of cargo in the luggage compartment change the angle of the headlights. The headlight leveling switch adjusts this angle.
Select the proper setting from the following chart.
Front seat
Driver Passenger
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× × × ―
× × × × ×
×: Yes ―: No
Rear seat ―
―
× × ―
Load
Switch Position
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―
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× ×
qDaytime Running Lights (Canada) In Canada, vehicles must be driven with the headlights on during daytime operation.
For that reason, the daytime running lights automatically turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
NOTE
The Daytime Running Lights turn off when the parking brake is applied.
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qHeadlight High-Low Beam Push the lever forward for high beam. Pull back to original position for low beam.
High beam
Low beam
qFlashing the Headlights To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully toward you. The headlight switch does not need to be on, and the lever will return to the normal position when released.
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Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls
Turn and Lane-Change Signals qTurn Signal Move the signal lever down (for a left turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop position. The signal will self-cancel after the turn is completed.
If the indicator light continues to flash after a turn, manually return the lever to its original position.
Right turn
Right lane change
OFF
Left lane change
Left turn
Fog Lights
Use this switch to turn on the fog lights. They help you to see as well as to be seen.
To turn the front fog lights on, rotate the fog light switch to the position. The headlight switch must be in the position to turn on the front fog lights.
Fog light switch
To turn them off, rotate the fog light switch to the OFF position or turn the headlight switch to the position.
or OFF
Green indicators on the dashboard show which signal is working.
NOTE
The fog lights will turn off when the headlights are set at high beam.
Lane-change signals Move the lever slightly toward the direction of the change ―until the indicator flashes― and hold it there. It will return to the off position when released.
NOTE
If an indicator light stays on without flashing or if it flashes abnormally, one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out.
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Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls
NOTE
Because heavy ice and snow can jam the wiper blades, the wiper motor is protected from motor breakdown, overheating and possible fire by a circuit breaker. This mechanism will automatically stop operation of the blades, but only for about 5 minutes. If this happens, turn off the wiper switch and park off the right-of-way, and remove the snow and ice. After 5 minutes, turn on the switch and the blades should operate normally. If they don't resume functioning, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Wait until the weather clears before trying to drive with the wipers inoperative.
qWindshield Wipers
Turn the wipers on by pulling the lever down. MIST ― Mist INT ― Intermittent 1 ― Normal 2 ― Fast
For a single wiping cycle, push the lever up to MIST.
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Windshield Wipers and Washer
The ignition switch must be in the ON position.
WARNING
Substitute Washer Fluid: Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident. Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir.
Frozen Washer Fluid: Using windshield washer fluid without anti-freeze protection in freezing temperatures is dangerous. The washer fluid could freeze on the windshield and block your vision. You could have an accident. Don't use the washer without first warming the windshield and never use plain tap water.
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Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster clears frost, fog, and thin ice from the rear window.
The ignition switch must be in the ON position.
Press the switch to turn on the rear window defroster. The rear window defroster operates for about 15 minutes and turns off automatically. The indicator light illuminates during operation.
To turn off the rear window defroster before the 15 minutes has elapsed, press the switch again.
CAUTION
Don't use sharp instruments or window cleaners with abrasives to clean the inside of the rear window surface. They may damage the defroster grid inside the window.
Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls
Variable-speed intermittent wipers Set the lever to INT and choose the interval timing by rotating the ring.
OFF
INT
INT ring
qWindshield Washer Pull the lever toward you and hold it to spray washer fluid.
OFF
Washer
NOTE
With the wiper lever in the OFF or INT position, the wipers will operate continuously until the lever is released.
If the washer doesn't work, inspect the fluid level (page 8-19). If it's OK, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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Horn
To sound the horn, press around the mark on the steering wheel.
NOTE
This defroster is not designed for melting snow. If there is an accumulation of snow on the rear window, remove it before using the defroster.
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Hazard Warning Flasher The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway.
The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it.
Depress the hazard warning flasher and all four turn signals will flash.
NOTE
l The turn signals don't work when the
hazard warning lights are on.
l Check local regulations about the use
of hazard warning lights while the vehicle is being towed. They may forbid it.
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6 Interior Comfort
Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system.
Climate Control System ............................................................... 6-2
Operating Tips ........................................................................... 6-2
Vent Operation .......................................................................... 6-3
Control Panel ............................................................................ 6-5Audio System ............................................................................... 6-10
Antenna ................................................................................... 6-10
Operating Tips for Audio System ........................................... 6-10
Audio Set ................................................................................ 6-21
Audio Control Switch Operation (Steering Wheel)í ............. 6-35
Safety Certification ................................................................. 6-37Interior Equipment ..................................................................... 6-38
Sunvisors ................................................................................. 6-38
Interior Lights ......................................................................... 6-38
Information Display ................................................................ 6-41
Lighter ..................................................................................... 6-43
Ashtray .................................................................................... 6-44
Cup Holder .............................................................................. 6-45
Bottle Holder ........................................................................... 6-46
Storage Compartments ............................................................ 6-47
Accessory Sockets .................................................................. 6-49íSome models.
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qParking in Direct Sunlight If the vehicle has been parked in direct sunlight during hot weather, open the windows to let warm air escape, then run the climate control system.
qNot Using for a Long Period Run the air conditioner about 10 minutes at least once a month to keep internal parts lubricated.
qCheck the Refrigerant before the
Weather Gets Hot
Have the air conditioner checked before the weather gets hot. Lack of refrigerant may make the air conditioner less efficient. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for refrigerant inspection.
The air conditioner is filled with HFC134a (R134a), a refrigerant that will not damage the ozone layer. If the air conditioner is low on refrigerant or has a malfunction, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
qReplacement of the Cabin Air Filter If your vehicle is equipped with an air filter for the air conditioner, it is necessary to change the filter periodically as indicated in scheduled maintenance (page 8-3). Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for replacement of the cabin air filter.
Interior Comfort Climate Control System
Operating Tips
qOperating the Climate Control
System
Operate the climate control system with the engine running.
NOTE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the fan control dial on for a long period of time with the ignition switch in the ACC position when the engine is not running.
qClearing the Air Inlet Clear all obstructions like leaves, snow and ice from the hood and the air inlet in the cowl grille to improve the system efficiency.
qFoggy Windows The windows may fog up easily in humid weather. Use the climate control system to defog the windows.
To help defog the windows, operate the air conditioner to dehumidify the air.
NOTE
The air conditioner may be used along with the heater to dehumidify the air.
qOutside/Recirculated Air Position Use the outside air position in normal conditions. The recirculated air position should be used only when driving on dusty roads or for quick cooling of the interior.
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Vent Operation
qAdjusting the Vents Directing airflow
1. Press the upper part of the air vent to
open it.
2. Rotate the air vent left and right to
adjust the direction of airflow.
NOTE
When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents. This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly cooled.
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qSelecting the Airflow Mode
Dashboard Vents
Defroster and Floor Vents
Dashboard and Floor Vents
Defroster Vents
Floor Vents
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Climate control information is displayed on the information display.
Control Panel
qControl Switches AUTO switch
By pressing the AUTO switch the following functions will be automatically controlled in accordance with the set temperature: l Airflow temperature l Amount of airflow
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l Selection of airflow mode l Outside/Recirculated air selection l Air conditioner operation
NOTE
AUTO switch indicator light l When on, it indicates AUTO operation, and the system will function automatically.
l When off, it indicates the operation of other switches such as the mode selector switch, fan control dial, A/C switch and windshield defroster switch. Other functions will continue to operate automatically.
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OFF switch
Mode selector switch
Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the climate control system.
The desired airflow mode can be selected (page 6-4).
Temperature control dial
Cold
Hot
This dial controls temperature.Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold.
NOTE
l With the airflow mode set to
position and the temperature control dial set at a medium temperature, heated air is directed to the feet and a comparably lower air temperature will flow through the central, left and right vents.
l To set the air vent to
, press the
windshield defroster switch.
Fan control dial
A/C switch
Slow
Fast
The fan has seven speeds. The selected speed will be displayed.
With the AUTO or fan control dial ON, press the A/C switch to select the air conditioning (cooling/dehumidifying functions) on or off.
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Windshield defroster switch
Press the switch to defrost the windshield and front door windows.
qOperation of Automatic Air
Conditioning
1. Press the AUTO switch. Selection of the airflow mode, air intake selector and amount of airflow will be automatically controlled.
2. Use the temperature control dial to
select a desired temperature.
Cold
Hot
To turn off the system, press the OFF switch.
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NOTE
The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature approaches 0 °C (32 °F). (Indicator remains on even when system is off.)
Air intake selector
Outside or recirculated air positions can be selected. Press the switch to select outside/recirculated air positions.
Recirculated air position ( Use this position when going through tunnels, driving in congested traffic (high engine exhaust areas) or when quick cooling is desired.
Outside air position ( Use this position for normal conditions and defogging.
WARNING
position in cold or
The Recirculated Air Position: Using the rainy weather will cause the windows to fog up. Your vision will be hampered, which could lead to a serious accident. Do not use the position in cold or rainy weather.
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WARNING
position with the
Foggy Windshield: Using the temperature control set to the cold position will cause the outside of the windshield to fog up. Your vision will be hampered, which could lead to a serious accident. Set the temperature control to hot or warm position when using the
position.
NOTE
Use the temperature control dial to increase the air flow temperature and defog the windshield more quickly.
qSunlight/Temperature Sensor The fully automatic air conditioner function measures inside and outside temperatures, and sunlight. It then sets temperatures inside the passenger compartment accordingly. Don't obstruct the sensor.
Sunlight sensor
Interior Comfort Climate Control System
NOTE
l Setting the temperature to maximum
high or low will not provide the desired temperature at a faster rate.
l When selecting heat, the system will restrict airflow until it has warmed to prevent cold air from blowing out of the vents.
qWindshield Defrosting and Defogging
Press the windshield defroster switch. position is In this position, the automatically selected, and the air conditioner automatically turned on (however, the indicator light does not illuminate). The air conditioner will direct dehumidified air to the front windshield and side windows (page 6-4). Airflow amount will be increased.
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Interior temperature sensor
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Antenna
qDetachable Type To remove the antenna, turn it counterclockwise. To install the antenna, turn it clockwise. Make sure the antenna is securely installed.
Remove
Install
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the antenna, remove it before entering a car wash facility or passing beneath a low overhead clearance.
Operating Tips for Audio System
WARNING
Do Not Adjust Audio 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. Always adjust the audio while the vehicle is stopped. 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.
CAUTION
For the purposes of safe driving, adjust the audio volume to a level that allows you to hear sounds outside of the vehicle.
NOTE
NOTE
When leaving your vehicle unattended, we recommend that you remove the antenna and store it inside the vehicle.
l Do not use the audio for long periods
of time while the engine is off. Otherwise the battery could go dead.
l If a digital 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.
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Thursday, July 7 2005 1:3 PMqRadio 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, two stations may sometimes be picked up on the same frequency at the same time.
Ionosphere
Station 1
Station 2
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 two channels, stereo FM has even less range than monaural (non-stereo) FM.
FM Station
40—50km (25—30 miles)
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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.
Ionosphere
FM wave
AM wave
FM wave
100—200 km (60—120 miles)
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.
Direct
Reflected wave
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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.
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.
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.
Station drift noise When a vehicle reaches the area of two 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.
Station 1 88.1 MHz
Station 2 88.3 MHz
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Thursday, July 7 2005 1:3 PMqOperating Tips for Cassette Tape
Player
Cleaning the cassette tape player The tape head, capstans, and pinch rollers will gather oxide residue from cassette tapes. This can cause weak or wavering sounds and damage to the cassette tapes and player. Use a good quality head- cleaning tape or a liquid cleaner cassette tape to remove it. Should the unit not operate normally, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Never attempt to repair it or insert a screwdriver or anything else.
Handling the cassette tape player The following precautions should be observed. l Do not spill any liquid on the audio
system.
l Do not insert any objects, other than
cassette tape, into the slot.
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l If the cassette tape is loose, it may
produce poor sound or performance during playback. Use a pencil or something similar to remove any slack.
l Only cassette tapes that play no longer
than 90 minutes should be used. Cassette tape exceeding 90 minutes are thin and may easily break.
l Do not leave a cassette tape in the tape player slot when not in use. Remove it completely to permit the slot door to close and to protect the mechanism from dust.
l Store cassette tapes away from extreme
heat, magnetic fields, and direct sunlight. Protect the exposed cassette tape from dirt and damage. Store cassette tapes in their original cases or other protective cases.
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qOperating Tips for In-Dash CD
Changer
Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold, the CD or optical components (prism and lens) in the In-dash CD changer 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 In-dash CD changer The following precautions should be observed. l Do not spill any liquid on the audio
system.
l The CD revolves at high speed within
the unit. Defective (cracked or badly bent) CDs should never be used.
l Do not use non-conventional discs
such as heart-shaped, octagonal discs, etc. The In-dash CD changer could be damaged.
l If the memory portion of the CD is
transparent or translucent, do not use the disc.
l Do not insert any objects, other than
CDs, into the slot.
Transparent
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l A new CD may have rough edges on
l 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.
its inner and outer perimeters. If a disc with rough edges is used, proper setting will not be possible and the In- dash CD changer will not play the CD. Remove the rough edges in advance by using a ball-point pen or pencil as shown below. To remove the rough edges, rub the side of the pen or pencil against the inner and outer perimeter of the CD.
l Do not stick paper or tape on the CD. Avoid scratching the reverse side (the side without a label).
l 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.
l 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.
l CD TEXT textual information cannot be displayed by audio units other than the In-dash CD changer (MP3 support type only). (Only playback is possible.)
l The following player can play MP3
files recorded in CD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW. · In-dash CD changer (MP3 file
support type only)
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l When driving over uneven surfaces,
the sound may jump.
l The In-dash CD changer has been designed to play CDs bearing the identification logo as shown. No other discs can be played.
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l The In-dash CD changer ejects the CD if the CD is inserted upside down. Also dirty and/or defective CDs may be ejected.
l The In-dash CD changer is specially
made for 12 cm (5 in) CDs. An 8 cm (3 in) CD can be played in the In-dash CD changer if an 8 cm (3 in) CD adapter is used. If an 8 cm (3 in) CD adapter is not used, the In-dash CD changer may be damaged. Always use a CD adapter. l Do not insert cleaning discs in the In-
dash CD changer.
l Do not insert any disc with a peel-off
or seal on it.
l 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.
l Storing CDs in the vehicle exposed to
direct sunlight or high temperature may damage the CD-R/CD-RWs, and make them unplayable.
l CD-R/CD-RW exceeding 700 MB
cannot be played.
l 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.)
l 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.
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l The period from when a CD-RW is inserted to when it begins playing is longer than a normal CD or CD-R.
l Completely read the instruction manual
and cautions for CD-R/CD-RWs.
qOperating tips for MP3
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, 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.
l This unit can play MP3 files that have been recorded on CD-R/CD-RW/CD- ROMs. Discs that have been recorded using the following formats can be played:
ISO 9660 level 1
ISO 9660 level 2
Joliet extended formatl Romeo extended format l This unit handles MP3 files
conforming to the MP3 format containing both header frames and data frames.
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Thursday, July 7 2005 1:3 PMl This unit can play MP3s with sampling frequencies of 16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48
kHz.l This unit can play MP3 files that have been recorded in bit rates of 8 kbps to 320 kbps. Nonetheless, to insure enjoyment of music with consistent sound quality, it is recommended to use discs that have been recorded at a bit rate of 128 kbps or more.
l If a disc has both music data (CD-DA) and MP3 files, playback of the two file types differs depending on how the disc was recorded.
l Packet written discs cannot be played
on this unit.
l This unit does not play CDs recorded
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About folders and files l The order of hierarchy for MP3 files and folders during playback or other functions is from shallow to deep. The arrangement and playing order of a recorded disc containing MP3 files is as follows: l File number
A numerical file number is assigned to each file in a folder in the order of hierarchy from shallow to deep.
l Folder number
A numerical folder number is assigned to each folder in the order of hierarchy from shallow to deep.
Folder No.
01
02
03
04
05
06
Level1 Level2 Level3 Level4
l The folder order is automatically assigned and this order cannot be optionally set.
l Any folder without an MP3 file will be
ignored. (It will be skipped and the folder number will not be displayed.)
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l MP3 files not conforming to the MP3
format containing both header frames and data frames will be skipped and not played.l This unit will play MP3 files that have up to eight levels. However, the more levels a disc has, the longer it will take to initially start playing. It is recommended to record discs with two levels or less.
l A single disc with up to 999 files can
be played and a single folder with up to 255 files can be played.
l When naming an MP3 file, be sure to add an MP3 file extension (.mp3) after the file name.
l The maximum number of characters that can be used for file names is as follows. However, this unit will only display up to 30 characters, including the file extension (.mp3).
Maximum number of
characters in a file name (including a separator “.” and the three letters of the
file extension)
ISO9660 level 1
ISO9660 level 2
Joliet extended format Romeo extended format12* 31*
64
128
* English one-byte characters (capitalized only) and
underbar “_” are available.
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CAUTION
This unit can only play MP3 files that have an MP3 file extension (.mp3) attached. Do not attach an MP3 file extension to any other type file as it could cause noise to be emitted or a malfunction in the unit.
About ID3 Tag display l This unit can only display ID3 Tag
album, track and artist names that have been input using Ver1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3
formats. Any other data that may have been input cannot be displayed.l This unit can only display English
(including numerals) one-byte characters. Use only English (including numerals) one-byte characters when inputting ID3 tags. Two-byte characters and some special symbols cannot be displayed.
Specialized glossary
MP3
Abbreviation for “MPEG Audio Layer 3”. A technical standard for audio compression as decided by an ISO (International Organization for Standardization) MPEG working group. Use of MP3 allows for audio data to be compressed to approximately a tenth of the source data size.ISO 9660
An international standard for logical formatting of CD-ROM files and folders. It is divided into three separate levels based on differences in file naming procedures, data configuration and other characteristics.Black plate (199,1)
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VBR Abbreviation for Variable Bit Rate. While CBR (Constant Bit Rate) is generally used, VBR varies the bit rate for audio compression according to compression conditions and this allows for compression with preference given to sound quality.
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Thursday, July 7 2005 1:3 PMMulti-session A session is the complete amount of data recorded from the beginning to the end of a single period of CD-ROM, CD-R/CD- RW data recording. Multi-session refers to the existence of data from two or more sessions on a single disc.
Sampling Refers to the process of encoding analog audio data at regular intervals and converting it to digital data. The sampling rate refers to the number of times a sample is taken in one second and is expressed in Hz units. Increasing the sampling rate improves the sound quality but also increases the data size.
Bit rate Refers to the volume of data per second, expressed in bps (bits per second). Generally, the larger the number of the transfer bit rate when compressing an MP3 file, the more information regarding musical reproduction it carries, and therefore the better the sound quality.
Packet writing A general term for the method, similar to that used for floppy discs or hard drives, of recording the required file in a single increment on a CD-R and similar.
ID3 Tag ID3 tag is a method for storing information related to the music in an MP3 file. Information such as track, artist and album name can be stored. This content can be freely edited using ID3
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MEMO
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Audio Set
In-Dash CD Changer (Music CD/MP3 CD Player)
In-Dash CD Changer (Music CD Player)
Cassette Tape Player
Illustration is of a representative audio unit.
Power/Volume/Sound Controls .............................................................................. page 6-22
Operating the Radio ............................................................................................... page 6-24
Operating the Cassette Tape Player ........................................................................ page 6-26
Operating the In-Dash CD Changer ....................................................................... page 6-28
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qPower/Volume/Sound Controls
Power/Volume dial
Audio control dial
Power ON/OFF Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on. Press the power/volume dial again to turn the audio system off.
Turn the power/volume dial to the right to increase volume, to the left to decrease it.
Audio sound adjustment
1. Press the audio control dial to select the function. The selected function will be indicated.
NOTE
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.
Volume adjustment To adjust the volume, turn the power/ volume dial.
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* Depending on the mode selected, the
indication changes.
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2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the
selected functions as follows:
The following four modes are available. Select the desired mode.
Indication
Turn Left Turn Right
Mode
Volume change
Select mode
Decrease
bass
Decrease
treble Shift the
Increase
bass
Increase treble Shift the
sound to the
sound to the
front
rear
Shift the
Shift the
sound to the
sound to the
left
OFF
right
ON
No change
Minimum
Medium
Maximum
Turn the audio control dial to select the ALC OFF, ALC LEVEL1―3 mode. The selected mode will be indicated.
NOTE
About 5 seconds after selecting any mode, the volume function will be automatically selected. To reset bass, treble, fade, and balance, press the audio control dial for 2 seconds. The unit will beep and “CLEAR” will be displayed.
Automatic Level Control (ALC) The automatic level control 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.
BEEP setting The beep-sound when operating the audio system can be set on or off.
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qOperating the Radio
Band selector buttons
Satellite button*
Scan button
Seek tuning button
Auto memory button/Electric serial number button*
Channel preset buttons
Manual tuning dial
*For reception of optional SIRIUS digital satellite radio.
Used on vehicles equipped with the separately sold SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit. For information on use, read the manual accompanying the SIRIUS unit. Subscription of SIRIUS digital satellite radio service is available in the U.S. (Except Alaska and Hawaii).
Radio ON Press a band selector button ( to turn the radio on.
Band selection Choose AM by pressing the AM button button (
) and FM by pressing the FM1/2
).
Tuning The radio has the following tuning methods: Manual, Seek, Scan, Preset channel, and Auto memory tuning. The easiest way to tune stations is to set them on preset channels.
NOTE
The selected mode will be indicated. If FM stereo is being received, “ST” will be displayed.
If the power supply is interrupted (fuse blows or the battery is disconnected), the preset channels will be canceled.
Manual tuning Turning the manual tuning dial will change the frequency higher or lower.
NOTE
If the FM broadcast signal becomes weak, reception automatically changes from STEREO to MONO for reduced noise, and the “ST” indicator will go out.
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Thursday, July 7 2005 1:3 PMSeek tuning Pressing the seek tuning button ( will cause the tuner to seek a higher or lower frequency automatically.
NOTE
If you continue to press and hold the button, the frequency will continue changing without stopping.
Scan tuning Press the scan button ( automatically sample strong stations. Scanning stops at each station for about 5
seconds. To hold a station, press the scan ) again during this interval. button () to
Preset channel tuning The 6 preset channels can be used to store 6 AM and 12 FM stations.
1. To set a channel first select AM, FM1,
or FM2. Tune to the desired station.
2. Depress a channel preset button for
about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard. The preset channel number and station frequency will be displayed. The station is now held in the memory.
3. Repeat this operation for the other
stations and bands you want to store. To tune one in the memory, select AM, FM1, or FM2 and then press its channel preset button. The station frequency and the channel number will be displayed.
NOTE
If the power supply is interrupted (fuse blows or the battery is disconnected), the preset channels will be canceled.
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Auto memory tuning This is especially useful when driving in an area where the local stations are not known. Additional AM/FM stations can be stored without disturbing the previously set channels.
) for about 2 seconds until a beep
Press and hold the auto memory button sound is heard; the system will automatically scan and temporarily store up to 6 stations with the strongest frequencies in each selected band in that area.
After scanning is completed, the station with the strongest frequency will be tuned and its frequency displayed. Press and release the auto memory button ) to recall stations from the auto- stored stations. One stored station will be selected each time; its frequency and channel number will be displayed.
NOTE
If no stations can be tuned after scanning operations, “A” will be displayed.
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qOperating the Cassette Tape Playerí
APC button: (next program)
(one being played)
Cassette tape play button
Fast-forward button
Rewind button
Repeat button
Cassette tape eject button
Dolby NR button
Program button
Dolby noise reduction When using a tape with Dolby NR*, push the Dolby NR button ( symbol will be displayed. To play a tape without Dolby NR, push the button once again.
). The
* Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Ejecting the cassette tape Press the cassette tape eject button ( eject the cassette tape.
) to
Cassette tape insert Insert the cassette tape into the slot, open edge to the right and cassette tape will begin play, and “TAPE PLAY” will be displayed. At the end of the cassette tape, the unit automatically reverses cassette tape play. When tape's top side is playing. When the bottom side is on.
is lit, the cassette
is lit,
) to start play when a cassette tape
Playing Press the cassette tape play button is in the unit. If there isn't a cassette tape in the unit when the cassette tape play button ( will flash on and off.
) is pressed, “NO TAPE”
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NOTE
NOTE
APC may not operate properly if: l A tape was recorded at a low level. l A tape has long, silent intervals. l A tape is a live recording. l A tape has very short intervals of
less than 3 seconds.
Repeat play This operation makes it possible to listen to a selection repeatedly.
) during play.
Press the repeat button ( The current selection playing will be repeated (“RPT” will be displayed). Press the repeat button ( to cancel repeat play.
) once again
NOTE
RPT may not operate properly if: l A tape was recorded at a low level. l A tape has long, silent intervals. l A tape is a live recording. l A tape has very short intervals of
less than 3 seconds.
The cassette tape can be ejected when the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
Fast-forward/Rewind Press the fast-forward button ( fast-forward. Press the rewind button ( To stop this operation and play the cassette tape, press the button again.
) to
) to rewind.
NOTE
When the cassette tape ends during fast- forward or rewind, it automatically stops and starts playing.
Reversing Press the program button ( ) to change cassette tape-play direction.
NOTE
When the cassette tape ends, the unit automatically reverses play.
Automatic program control (APC) APC is used to find the beginning of either the next program or the one being played.
) to the
Press the APC button ( beginning of the next selection. Press the APC button ( beginning of the one being played. To stop this operation and play the cassette tape, press the button again.
) to the
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qOperating the In-Dash CD Changerí
(Music CD player)
(Music CD/MP3 CD player)
Channel preset buttons
CD play button
CD eject button
Load button
CD slot
Track up button
Scan button
Track down button
Disc down button
Repeat button
Reverse button
Disc up button
Random button
Fast-forward button
Inserting the CD The CD must be label-side up when inserting. 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. The disc number and the track number will be displayed.
There are two types of In-dash CD changers. Check which In-dash CD changer type you own.
Type
Music CD player
Music CD/MP3 CD player
Playable data
· Music data (CD-DA) · Music data (CD-DA)
· MP3 file
NOTE
If a disc has both music data (CD-DA) and MP3 files, playback of the two file types differs depending on how the disc was recorded.
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NOTE
NOTE
The CD will begin playback automatically after insertion. A CD cannot be inserted while the display reads “WAIT”. A beeping sound can be heard during this waiting time. Simultaneously pressing the power/volume dial and the load button this beeping sound ON or OFF.
) for about 2 seconds will turn
Normal insertion
1. Press the load button (
).
2. When “IN” is displayed, insert the CD.
Inserting CDs into desired tray number
1. Press and hold the load button (
for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard.
2. Press the channel preset button for the desired tray number while “WAIT” is displayed.
3. When “IN” is displayed, insert the CD.
NOTE
The CD cannot be inserted to the desired tray number if the number is already occupied.
Multiple insertion
1. Press and hold the load button (
for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard.
2. When “IN” is displayed, insert the CD.
3. When “IN” is displayed again, insert
the next CD.
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The first-inserted CD will be played automatically when: l No other CD is inserted within 15
seconds after “IN” is displayed.
l The CD trays are full.
Ejecting the CD
Normal ejection
1. Press the CD eject button (
). The
disc number and “DISC OUT” will be displayed.
2. Pull out the CD.
NOTE
l When the CD is ejected during play,
the next CD will be played automatically.
l (Music CD player)
If the CD is not removed from the slot within approximately 10 seconds after ejection, it will be re- inserted automatically.
Ejecting CDs from desired tray number
1. Press and hold the CD eject button (
for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard. The “DISC OUT” display flashes.
2. Press the channel preset button for the
desired CD number for less than 5
seconds after the beep sound is heard.3. Pull out the CD.
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NOTE
NOTE
l CDs will be ejected starting with the
one with the lowest number.
l All CDs in the tray will be ejected
continuously.
l CDs can be ejected when the ignition
switch is off. Press and hold the CD ) for about 2 seconds eject button ( and all CDs will eject.
l (Music CD player)
If the CD is not removed from the slot within approximately 10 seconds after ejection, it will be re- inserted automatically.
Playing Press the CD play button ( play when a CD is in the unit. If there isn't a CD in the unit when the CD ) is pressed, “NO DISC” play button ( will flash on and off.
) to start
Fast-forward/Reverse Press and hold the fast-forward button speed. Press and hold the reverse button ( to reverse through a track at high speed.
) to advance through a track at high
) once to
Track search Press the track up button ( skip forward to the beginning of the next track. ) once to Press the track down button (
