2008 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 230

Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Control Switch Operation When the audio unit is turned on, operation of the audio unit from the steering wheel is possible. NOTE Because the audio unit will be turned off under the following conditions, the switches will be inoperable. l When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. l When the power button on the audio unit is pressed and the audio unit is turned off. l When a cassette tape/CD being played is ejected. (For the In-dash CD changer, when all CDs are ejected.) qAdjusting the Volume To increase the volume, press the volume button ( ). To decrease the volume, press the volume button ( ). qChanging the Source Press the mode switch ( ) to change the audio source (FM1 radio> FM2 radio> AM radio> CD player or CD changer> Cassette tape player> SIRIUS1> SIRIUS2> SIRIUS3> cyclical). NOTE Mazda has installed this system to prevent distraction while driving the vehicle and using audio controls on the dashboard. Always make safe driving your first priority. 6-40