Mazda CX-9 Owners Manual: Before Using the Audio System

Audio Control Switch

Adjusting the Volume

To increase the volume, press up the volume switch (+).

To decrease the volume, press down the volume switch (-).

Seek Switch

AM/FM radio

Press the seek switch ( ). The radio switches to the next/previous stored station in the order that it was stored.

Press and hold the seek switch ( ) to seek all usable stations at a higher or lower frequency whether programmed or not.

Radio stations which have been previously stored in the favorite radio can be called up by pressing the seek switch () while any radio station stored in the favorite radio is being received. Radio stations can be called up in the order they were stored with each press of the switch ( ).

USB Audio/Bluetooth Audio

Press the seek switch () to skip forward to the beginning of the next track.

Press the seek switch () within a few seconds after playback begins to track down to the beginning of the previous track.

Press the seek switch () after a few seconds have elapsed to start playback from the beginning of the current track.

Press and hold the seek switch ( ) to continuously switch the tracks up or down.

Pandora/Aha/Stitcher Radio

Press the seek switch () to skip forward to the beginning of the next track.

Press and hold the seek switch () to evaluate the playback of the current song as "Like".

Press and hold the seek switch () to evaluate the playback of the current song as "Dislike".

AUX/USB

Audio can be heard from the vehicle's speakers by connecting a commercially-available portable audio unit to the auxiliary jack.

A commercially-available, non-impedance (3.5 ) stereo mini plug cable is required.

Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for details.

In addition, audio can be played from the vehicle audio device by connecting a USB device to the USB port.

NOTE 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.

1. How to use AUX mode
2. How to use USB mode
3. How to use Apple CarPlay
4. How to use Android Auto mode

WARNING

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.

CAUTION Depending on the portable audio device, noise may occur when the device is connected to the vehicle accessory socket.

(If noise occurs, do not use the accessory socket.)

NOTE

• This mode may not be usable depending on the portable audio device to be connected.
• Before using the auxiliary jack/USB port, refer to the instruction manual for the portable audio device.
• Use a commercially-available, non-impedance (3.5 ) stereo mini plug for connecting the portable audio unit to the auxiliary jack. Before using the auxiliary jack, read the manufacturer's instructions for connecting a portable audio unit to the auxiliary jack.
• To prevent discharging of the battery, do not use the auxiliary input for long periods with the engine off or idling.
• When connecting a device to the auxiliary jack or USB port, noise may occur depending on the connected device. If the device is connected to the vehicle's accessory socket, the noise can be reduced by unplugging it from the accessory socket.

How to connect USB port/Auxiliary jack

Connecting a device

1. Open the console lid.

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

Connecting with a connector cable

1. Open the console lid.

2. Connect the device plug/connector cable to the auxiliary jack/USB port.

Pass the device plug/connector cable through the notch in the console and connect.

WARNING Do not allow the connection plug cord to get tangled with the selector lever: Allowing the plug cord to become tangled with the selector lever is dangerous as it could interfere with driving, resulting in an accident.

CAUTION Do not place objects or apply force to the auxiliary jack/USB port with the plug connected.

NOTE

• Insert the plug into the auxiliary jack/USB port securely.
• Insert or pull out the plug with the plug perpendicular to the auxiliary jack/USB port hole.
• Insert or remove the plug by holding its base.
• (Vehicles with USB port indicated with ) Use the USB terminal indicated by the mark when using Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Antenna

Type A

The antenna is embedded into the rear window glass.

CAUTION When washing the inside of the window which has an antenna, use a soft cloth dampened in lukewarm water, gently wiping the antenna lines.

Use of glass cleaning products could damage the antenna.

Type B