2007 Mazda MAZDA3 Owner's Manual - Page 205

Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page204 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (204,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 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. qOperating Tips for CD Player/InDash 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 CD player/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 CD player/In-dash CD changer The following precautions should be observed. l 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. 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. 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. l l Do not spill any liquid on the audio system. l Do not insert any objects, other than CDs, into the slot. 6-20 Form No.8V66-EA-06F