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Mazda CX-9 Audio, iPod, Bluetooth, MP3, AUX questions

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Re: High Pitched Background Noise from AUX Input [maltb] by epicard
Feb 07, 2008 (3:00 pm)
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Replying to: maltb (Feb 07, 2008 2:04 pm)

I think poking fingers at Microsoft for the Zune is silly when many others have complained that other devices (including iPods) plugged into power and AUX cause the same problem.
 
As to what models do filter it - all I can say is that my Mini Cooper didn't have this problem.
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Re: High Pitched Background Noise from AUX Input [nxs138] by pulleydog
Feb 10, 2008 (8:02 am)
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Replying to: nxs138 (Feb 02, 2008 2:59 pm)

This is a known issue in the CX-9. You need a ground loop insulator, available here. That will solve the issue.
Not sure why a ground loop insulator is not built-in...

 
nxs138, thanks for supplying that link to the ground loop insulator. I was planning to take my car to the dealer to have this checked, but for $20, I may just buy this device and be done with it. Wasting my time at the dealership while they try to figure out what's wrong (when they may end up charging me anyway) might not be the best way to go.
 
I wasted 2 hours there last time, to have them change the locks to rolling/auto locks.....only to have them tell me it couldn't be done....which I'm not convinced is true.
 
Anyway - thanks for all the feedback!
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Recap by tucsonans
Feb 14, 2008 (4:53 am)
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After reading all previous posts, here is my understanding of the iPod issue in review. If anyone finds any flaws in my logic, let me know, as I am dealing with the same issue right now.
 
The back of the radio has one input, which comes connected to the Aux port in the center console by default from the factory as long as you didn't purchase any add-ons (Sirus or iPod Integration Module). No problems so far. Now let say you would like one of the previously listed add-ons. These add-ons need to be connected to the same single plug in on the back of the radio. It sounds like a lot of the submitted issues come from the dealers simply disconnecting the Aux and connecting the add-on, rendering the Aux useless. Along comes the Switch Box. This device sounds like it plugs into the back of the radio, then Ys, allowing two devices to be plugged in, such as the original Aux and one add-on. Since there are three devices currently available (Sirus, Aux, iPod Integration Module), the Switch Box allows two of the three to be connected. Without the Switch Box, the user can just pick which item they want connected but nothing else will work. Ok, manifesto complete.
 
2008 GT
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Re: Recap [tucsonans] by maltb
Feb 14, 2008 (9:51 am)
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Replying to: tucsonans (Feb 14, 2008 4:53 am)

Just to be clear, the Switching Box only works with AUX and another accessory. You cannot connect Sirius and iPod at the same time.
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Re: Recap [maltb] by tucsonans
Feb 15, 2008 (7:55 am)
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Replying to: maltb (Feb 14, 2008 9:51 am)

Ok, good to know. So in my situation, I would like the iPod Integration Module (IIP) to work with my radio/NAV system. If I have them install the Switching Box, my Aux should continue to work, where without it, only the IIP would work. Are there any other factors in making this choice? My dealer says he tried once before without luck but I don't know which method they used. Any further help is appreciated.
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Re: High Pitched Background Noise from AUX Input [epicard] by rmullette
Feb 15, 2008 (8:17 am)
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Replying to: epicard (Feb 07, 2008 1:37 pm)

I am having the same problem as epicard. When test driving I took along a Jukebox cd with mp3 songs on it to test the system. Most salespeople seem to think that the AUX plugin for an Ipod is "THE MP3" player. My car was the "touring" model with the Bose/sunroof package. I finally got around to making some new mp3 discs only to find out that, while recognized by the system, there was no sound. Now, to make things more interesting, I received from Mazda, a package thanking me for my purchase of a new CX-9.
 
One of the preprinted pamphlets (#9999-92-cust-cxp-08) "getting to know your CX-9" reviews features on the car. In the audio system section it states, and I quote.
 
"Bose Centerpoint surround sound expands the two-channel stereo mix of conventional CD's, MP3-encoded CD's and (when played from the rear seat entertainment system) DVD's encoded in two-channel stereo into five channels."
 
Obviously there is a major screwup here on Mazdas' part. I have called Mazdas customer service at 1-800-222-5500 and spoken to "Austin" who never gets back to me with an answer. As far as I am concerned, I was sold an audio unit capable of playing MP3 encoded CD's and I will settle for no less than that. Especially as their own owner info confirms the ability of Bose system as an mp3 encoded cd player.
 
Love some feedback on this. Roger
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Re: High Pitched Background Noise from AUX Input [rmullette] by epicard
Feb 15, 2008 (10:28 am)
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Replying to: rmullette (Feb 15, 2008 8:17 am)

Amen brother! I'm still angry about this.
 
Eric
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Wire Diagram by tucsonans
Feb 15, 2008 (11:14 am)
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As an update, I got my hands on the installation instructions for both Sirus and the iPod Integration Module. In the end, both have a 16-pin connector that fits the back of the stereo. So, you can have one or the other, but regardless of what you pick, the addition of the Switching Box allows the retained use of the Aux. All right on with what you said Maltb. So, in closing, does anyone have the iPod Integration Module, and more importantly, does anyone have it installed with the NAV system? There has got to be someone out there...
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Re: High Pitched Background Noise from AUX Input [rmullette] by nxs138
Feb 15, 2008 (1:55 pm)
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Replying to: rmullette (Feb 15, 2008 8:17 am)

Regarding the CD player having the ability to play MP3's: I was talking to Mazda on an unrelated bluetooth issue, and the person there mentioned some issues with the CD player's MP3 capability. It might be software related (he mentioned something about Johnson Controls), so they definitely know something is up. Other than that, I know nothing else.
 
The way the audio system was integrated in the CX-9 just blows. Sounds like last minute additions. You don't see the new Highlander or the MDX or RDX having problems like these (and by issues I mean bluetooth not working correctly through the audio, and having an AUX-in that is not enabled at the factory if you have Sirius. It's ridiculous in what is likely their flagship vehicle).
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Re: Wire Diagram [tucsonans] by jdoering
Feb 15, 2008 (2:33 pm)
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Replying to: tucsonans (Feb 15, 2008 11:14 am)

I have Nav + switch box (yes factory Aux is working) + Dice Electronics iPod Integration Kit (rather than the Mazda option; Dice supports text display pretty decently).
 
I'm sure the same setup would work with the Mazda iPod option; but it doesn't support text (it might be easier to control from the steering wheel than the Dice though - I've never used it).
 
I posted detailed info over at the mazda247 forums a couple of weeks ago.
 
-Jeff

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