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For 2008 model, due to a design over-look, you would need a "switch box" to be able to use the Aux Input. The simple answer is that there is one input port on the head unit. It can't handle both inputs (Sat Radio and Aux Input). The Sat Radio has already taken over the port when it was installed. Now, if you install a switch box to handle both, you can have both working for you.
See here.
http://www.mazdaparts.org/switching-box.html
(same part for many models - CX9 included)
Models of 2009 and beyond has no such problem because Mazda "fixed" it.
Or, "enhanced" it depending on how you look at "things"... :P
we have the 09 w/the moonroof and 6 CD in dash changer (non nav version)...has the 9 or 10 speakers througout the cabin and the large subwoofer in the back (dont have the specs right here in front of me).
Tell ya what, unless I have something seriously hozed, the stock 4 speaker non-BOSE system in my 2001 F150 blows this one away. All this hype about BOSE and I just don't hear it...is it me or the system? whacha all think?
...Dave
thnx
-nswartzb
If you want full iPod integration....you need the iPod integration module. Mine is being installed right now in fact.
OK - it might not be the absolute business, but it's really good. Certainly better than the stock 4-speaker system in a 2001 F150. Are you listening to an Ipod through the Aux-in? That might be the problem - I've heard it's not a good connection.
What specifically do you dislike about it?
My wife has one ("upgraded Bose" system). The difference is night and day.
First:
Can the dealer disconnect the the Input that is occupied by Sirius radio and "reconnect" the Aux-In cord or must you purchase the Switchbox?
Second:
It was mentioned in this thread that you could connect using Bluetooth. I have connected the phone HTC EVO and the phone part works fine. This particular phone has stereo Bluetooth and should connect and play Pandora or other music on the phone. I often use this functionality on rental cars and it works fine! Is this possible for the 08 model. If yes, please provide the instructions?
Third,
Has anyone upgraded the GPS Software / Map - is the GPS experience better with the Upgrade?
1) If using BT audio, can the steering wheel controls skip track?
2) If using BT audio, is audio sent at line level so that the amp in the car can control volume or does the iphone volume control still work? Trying to determine if BT audio is clean as line level
Otherwise i'm thinking of adding the ipod integration ... its sad that in 2010 mazda doesnt have a usb ipod connection standard ...
Outgoing calls just as easy after you follow setup procedure for inputting phone 'name' & companion phone 'number'. Volume again controlled by radio knob.
Hope that helps.
Excellent feature.
thanks
Thanks
Art
Nope - unless the dealer has such a policy, there is not such thing as a return window on a car. Once it's over the curb, you own it.
Sorry that's not the case unless the dealer or brand have that sort of offer.
>> California's 3-day right to rescind some contracts does not apply to automobile purchase and lease agreements, but fraud or misrepresentation during the sale negotiations can provide the basis to rescind the contract and get your money back.
So, neither of us are 100% correct. It is possible to return the vehicle if there was a fraud or misrepresentation in the purchase process. Guess not.
What's the cooling off period to back out of my car purchase?
I have a 2007 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring with Bluetooth (no navigation or Bose) and I have a 3G iPhone I am trying to pair with it. My iPhone recognizes my Mazda Bluetooth, and I can pair the two, but when I press the "phone" button on my steering wheel, I can't hear anything. The system is supposed to beep and give prompts, but it doesn't. My radio display shows the Bluetooth is connected but all the radio display shows is "Listening" and "Help". Thus, I can't hear any prompts to pair my phone, dial a number, or anything else. Does anyone know what to do in this situation?
Thanks.
My wife's 'dumb' phone works perfectly. We turn her phone on & stash it. Incoming announced w/beep/alert & I just press button on wheel & chat. For outgoing, I just hit button & do one of two things: 1) quickly announce 'name' & it dials & connects automatically; or 2) if I'm slow, menu prompts kick in & I follow.
iPhone listed as OK to use on Mazda website. Unsure of 3G.
Press the "phone" button. Once the "Listening" prompt shows up, say something like...
"Call 'wife'"
"Dial 1-523-123-4567"
..
"call' and "dial" do the same thing.
A short pause after "call" and "dial" does not hurt, either.
My husband's 2009 Mazda6 doesn't have Nav and it can stream audio.
Bummed.
As a consolation, BT audio has been reported to consume more power, thus shortening the battery life of your device. And apparently, BT audio sound quality is not as good as using the Auxiliary input.