From USA to Europe

I'm seeking your help on the following issue. I did noticed that you mentioned to use the correct COUNTRY specific software when performing an upgrade. However, I lived in the states (USA) for a couple of years and bought myself a Mazda CX5 with (off course) ... NA N software.
I moved to Europe and brought my Mazda with me. Now, being in Europe for quite some time (the Netherlands), i would like to us the EU software instead of the American on my CMU.
Can I update with the EU software? Is this possible or is there a difference in CMU so it wouldn't run the EU software?

1. Model Mazda CX5, VIN JM3KE
2. Firmware installed: OS and Failsafe: 55.00.750 NA N and database 00.05.00
3. Live in Europe, Netherlands
4. Problem: NAV chip With European map will not work (so they told me at the MAZDA garage locally)

Thanks

 

I'm seeking your help on the following issue. I did noticed that you mentioned to use the correct COUNTRY specific software when performing an upgrade. However, I lived in the states (USA) for a couple of years and bought myself a Mazda CX5 with (off course) ... NA N software.
I moved to Europe and brought my Mazda with me. Now, being in Europe for quite some time (the Netherlands), i would like to us the EU software instead of the American on my CMU.
Can I update with the EU software? Is this possible or is there a difference in CMU so it wouldn't run the EU software?

1. Model Mazda CX5, VIN JM3KE
2. Firmware installed: OS and Failsafe: 55.00.750 NA N and database 00.05.00
3. Live in Europe, Netherlands
4. Problem: NAV chip With European map will not work (so they told me at the MAZDA garage locally)

Thanks

you dont need to change the firmware region,

just follow this post of me. to hack it..
tips:: the original binary after you take it from JCI , you can keep copy of it before hacking , in case you back US can use the step to replaced it.

 

ASH8, thanks for asking. I still have to find out if the answer works for the NAV issue.

However, the initial question still remains, can you install the EU software on the USA CMU? This because not only the NAV is effected, also the possible display languages, the radio frequency etc.
Do you know iff this is possible?

Grtz.

 

I somehow doubt you will brick CMU (but can't guarantee), I have physically installed NA 55 Firmware over ADR (which is now basically EU with different language packs) in AU and the Sat Nav still worked but Tuner had issues with local AU frequencies, not all stations would tune, see 6.2 on page one.
You wish to do the reverse EU over NA, you wont resolve Navi issues and you should have some form of AM:FM,no digital, and no XM service...NA Tuner Amps (TAU hardware) are unique to NA.

Its not gong to resolve the basic Hardware differences unless you hack.

Anyway I prefer this thread not turn into hack advise as it is only about OE normal installs please PM each other or take to appropriate thread.

 

No don't, it will brick your CMU.

all what are you concerned about radio Navi System Language , all firmware region can be modified for example
Navi : as i wrote to you before

Radio

modified the File (( blm_radio-system.xml ))  located at jci\settings\configurations
EU used:
<Node key="radio">
    <Node key="AMFreq" data="F64" value="530"/>
    <Node key="FMFreq" data="F64" value="87.7"/>
    <Node key="Band" data="U32" value="2"/>
    <Node key="AMHd" data="U32" value="2"/>
    <Node key="FMHd" data="U32" value="2"/>
</Node>

System language and VR voice related to Language can be modified from same location jci\settings\configurations

maz_cmu-root.xml
blm_settings-system.xml

 

Navi : as i wrote to you before

Champ has it occurred to you that Phil may not have a clue what you are talking about and perhaps does not want to hack as he is not certain about the full process.
Phil is a retired gentleman from the Air Force, so I am guessing and being very presumptuous, after all he has not replied to anything that you have addressed directly to him?

Perhaps talk it through more privately/precisely in correct thread or in PM to him if you are certain about the changes you are instructing.?

Just a thought I could be totally wrong..

Thanks..

 

Found out it was my USB stick. I found one that was an 8GB USB2, worked like a charm. Now running 59.

 

All,

Many thanks for the tips, suggestions and answers. I will try some of it on my Mazda, but it will take some time. Let you know.

Sincerely.

 

EU navigation on USA Mazda

Dear Champ,

Since I'm not allowed to send you a PM, here a generic findings-report:

I've tried the NAV solution as you gave to me earlier. I did find a Europe navigation map (called 'Mazda 3 Copy 2014', with a specific CID and a separate xxx.lyc file). Made a SDHC card (8gb fat32) and copied all files/directories on it.

Step 1 went oke, I got the 'jci-linux_imx6_volans-release' for my car.
I ran the tool and made a CID patched version and a CID_SIGN patched version. I used the CID number given in the downloaded EU map.

Did step 4 and step 5, the system did reboot, but did NOT accept the SD card :frown2:

Even after adding the extra ...lyc file out of the 'Mazda 3 Copy 2014' on the SD card, it did not work at all. Always the 'invalid SD card' notice.

Any suggestions?

Grtz PhilSat.

 

ASH8,

Yes, retired Air Force, but not yet allowed to PM.

Grtz.

 

Champ, Phil just told you that he cant PM , he does not have enough posts to PM.

I set up a thread for you Phil and Champ here...
http://mazda3revolution.com/forums/...io-electronics/183586-getting-mazda-connect-na-car-work-europe.html#post1885218

 

Hi All,

Hoping someone can offer some guidance.

I decided to try and update my V55 NA to the V59 NA software on my 2015 MZ3 due to some annoying bluetooth connectivity issues I have been having. I was able to install the fail safe without a problem, did the power down, and went back in to install the reinstall package but it was not there. I thought maybe I needed to copy the file on to the USB drive again so I turned the car off and went to re-download and load it onto the USB drive. Now when I press ignition once to activate the head unit I hear the radio turn on but do not see anything on the screen. It stays black. I waited 5 minutes to see if it would do anything else and it did not. Anyone have an idea how to proceed from here?

 

Well from reading another thread looks like I may be sunk and need to take it into the dealer. Damnit.

 

Hi, maybe you can try following the instructions on this video:

Look on youtube for user "Reviewing tech101" and watch video "how to return to factory settings"

It's a procedure to reset cmu when screen is black

 

Great thread thanks. I have 55.00.760 so I need to update. Does anyone know what happens to ssh if I update? I heard it stops ssh

 

Anyone hear or know when the next SW version is coming out for North America? Currently running V59 and its terrible. Thanks!

 

why is it terrible?

 

V59 is not even out for ADR or EU variants. If Adoz is right, you wont see another update until next year.

 

5.6 SPEED RESTRICTION DISABLED::

How to disable Connect Touch-Screen SPEED RESTRICTION
without Hacking or SSH Tweaking.

Car engine should be running, car safely parked with Connect also on it's Home Page Screen.

* Radio on low volume (not in a muted volume condition).

* Press FAVORITES(star), MUTE BUTTON, MUSIC BUTTON on Commander Switch at same time for about 2-5 seconds.
* A 'Test Screen' is now shown on touch-screen.
* Press and Hold 'DEL' key for about 20 secs until ''JCI Test Mode Active'' text is shown in large black box on right side screen, Quickly release finger.
* Enter 11 and then press ENTER key.
* Black Script Screen options will be Displayed.
* Press "SPEED TOGGLE" key.
* Result: Speed Restriction has been toggled: DISABLE.
* Press OK
* Press CANCEL on black screen.
* Press 'Exit' key on Test Screen.

Now back to normal Connect Touch-Screen.
Turn off car engine, so all is off.
Wait about 20 seconds.

Start Car and Engine, allow Connect to stabilise normally.

Connect Touch-Screen can now be Touch Toggled used while car is moving.
Done without any SSH or Hacking.

UPDATE: There appears to be no user consistency with firmware, some with 56.00.513C works and other don't, I suggest you try the disable method first and IF it does not work after about 4 attempts then a rollback is your only other option. One thing is certain at this stage anyone on version 59 can not successfully do this 'speed toggle' disable at all......but....See this post link \/ below \/ for rollback information.
http://mazda3revolution.com/forums/1903034-post76.html

There are other 'Script' toggle options on screen, do not touch

Back to thread home page..
http://mazda3revolution.com/forums/...ctiv-audio-electronics/180578-mazda-mzd-connect-firmware-downloads-updated.html

 

5.6 SPEED RESTRICTION DISABLED::

How to disable Connect Touch-Screen SPEED RESTRICTION
without Hacking or SSH Tweaking.

Turn Radio ON low volume (not in a muted volume condition).

*Press FAVORITES, MUTE BUTTON, MUSIC BUTTON on Commander Switch at same time for about 2-5 seconds.
*A 'Test Screen' is now shown on touch-screen.
*Press and Hold 'DEL' key for about 20 secs until ''JCI Test Mode Active'' text is shown in large black box on right side screen, Quickly release finger.
*Enter 11 and then press ENTER key.
*Black Script Screen options will be Displayed.
*Press "SPEED TOGGLE" key.
*Result: Speed Restriction has been toggled: DISABLE.
*Press OK
*Press CANCEL on back screen.
*Press 'Exit' key on Test Screen.

Now back to normal Connect Touch-Screen.
Turn Off 'ACC' accessory so car is all off.
Wait about 30 seconds.

Start Car and Engine, allow Connect to stabilise normally.

Connect Touch-Screen can now be Touch Toggled used while car is moving.
Done without any SSH or Hacking.

Be aware that there are other 'Script' toggle options on screen, show some caution if you decide to fiddle or try them out.

Back to thread home page..
http://mazda3revolution.com/forums/...ctiv-audio-electronics/180578-mazda-mzd-connect-firmware-downloads-updated.html

Thanks Ash - that worked for me and has removed a big frustration I have had with the system.

A question: are there any other useful things that can be toggled on or off in that testscreen? Or should we leave well enough alone?

 

Unfortunately, the speed restriction disable does not work for me. Get to "Press and hold "del" key and nothing happens. The del key is dark and then greyed out when I press on it so it is registering the press. I get to about 30 seconds and the del key returns to black whilst pressing. Entered 11 anyway and get "invalid" message.

On version 56.00513EUN and Music database 00.7.00. The EU firmware is as provided when car was new in September 2016. (Mazda CX5)

Thanks Jonno21

 

OK perhaps my instruction is not detailed enough, once you have the test screen up/on.
Press DEL key for no more than 20 seconds, see the large black box on the right (Data Window).
Keep looking at it, once you see "JCI Test Mode Active" IMMEDIATELY take your finger OFF the DEL key/button FAST....as you are holding onto it for too long.
Then enter 11 ENTER.

Please get back with results.

 

JCI Test Mode Active

 

Hi,

"JCI Test Mode Active"

It does not work for me too. :crying2:

I press and hold "del" key 20 sec or more, and nothing happens on the right screen.
"JCI Test Mode Active" never appears.

v 59.00.330 EU N.

 

touchscreen speed limiter

just tried this on my 2014 uk mazda 3 and it worked. I got onto the jci test screen on the third attempt and pressed speed toggle and it worked.out of curiosity does anyone know what the other buttons do on that screen?,there might be some more handy tweaks hidden in there waiting to be discovered.

 

Hi ASH8

Just tried again and neither the Status Window nor the Data Window change no matter how long I hold down the "Del" button. I've tried several times and even tried with the navigation card in or out. I have no USB sticks connected and the phone is not connected either by bluetooth or using the wifi hotspot for live traffic. I have tried with just the accessories on and with the engine running. It just does not behave the same as seen in the youtube video examples. Perhaps Mazda have disabled the option to go into JCI Test Mode screen from the head unit controls so only the dealer can go in via their dealer computer? My optimism was nice while it lasted.

Thanks anyway

Jonno21

 

Here in the UK, just collected Mazda 3 Sport/nav JMZBN***** it's firmware is 59.00.331 EU N 7 Gracenote 05 000.

Have tried "gracenote_EU_September2016" update but it hangs at about 50% any ideas?

 

RE: Speed Restriction Disabled Option:

ROLLBACK of Firmware.....

.................OK Guys and Gals sorry about this but it appears this OEM option 'JCI Test Screen ACTIVE' via the DEL button on Test Screen has been removed with and in later firmware editions...

But not all is lost....only for some.
IF your Mazda came installed with Version 56.00.513, 58, 59 or higher from the factory (basically 2016-17 model year onwards) then you can not rollback your firmware without the risk of system crash as these cars have specific scripts for different new features which are not loaded in any older firmware versions (those below 56).

ANY model Mazda who originally came with 56.00.240 or below firmware can rollback to 55 (say if were on 26, 31, 42, 51 and Dealer or you updated to and now on 56 or 59 now), YOU CAN rollback to 55 then do the SPEED TOGGLE change, physically drive car and see if it is working OK, and then upgrade/update back to your latest available firmware.
Connect will retain the Speed Toggle DISABLED script even when doing future Firmware Updates as the system retains the script and your settings.
So you only need to run this Speed Toggle Disable script once.
(Only doing a factory reset may re-enable it, which you do not want to do).

BELOW are the ONLY two files of NA 55.00.753A you need to rollback to as a TEMPORARY Rollback, in this instance you can use these two as a rollback replacement for ADR (4A) and EU and NA.
They will run and will work, after the Speed Toggle change you then upgrade back to your original Country FIRMWARE of EU or ADR or NA latest on page one of this thread.
(Those with EU and ADR (4A) who would prefer a local rollback version, PM me or if you can find EU 56.00.230A or ADR 56.00.100A is what I would recommend as a temporary rollback file IF you dont want to use the NA 55 I listed links below, which will work fine).
ALL normal Firmware install procedures and instructions apply to a rollback in reverse.
http://mazdacmuhacks.com/downloads/os/cmu150_NA_55.00.753A_failsafe-2.up
http://mazdacmuhacks.com/downloads/os/cmu150_NA_55.00.753A_reinstall-2.up

 

Which version ??

Hi
I'm new here and I have a New Mazda 2 (2016) Sedan.
I want to update the Firmware of the MDZ Connect, but I don't know which version (Country) I need to use.
VIN: MM7DL (Thailand)
Firmware: 42.00.500
I live in Chile, South America
http : / / i.imgur.com / Z09v3SY . jpg

I hope you can help me.
Greetings !!

:grin2:

 

Hi
I'm new here and I have a New Mazda 2 (2016) Sedan.
I want to update the Firmware of the MDZ Connect, but I don't know which version (Country) I need to use.
VIN: MM7DL (Thailand)
Firmware: 42.00.500
I live in Chile, South America
http : / / i.imgur.com / Z09v3SY . jpg

I hope you can help me.
Greetings !!

:grin2:

You need ADR 56.00.513C

ADR is the variant for Latin America

 

Firwmare - Mazda 6 2016

Hi,

My 2016 Mazda 6 has FW 55.00.760 NA N. For some reason I don't have WiFi... I live in Panama, and went to the Mazda dealership and the 2017 Mazda 6 in showroom has 59.00.342 4A N. It seems to me they are being sold in Panama with the Australian firmware? Does this version support WiFi? Where can I download this version?

Thanks a bunch...

R.

 

Hi,

My 2016 Mazda 6 has FW 55.00.760 NA N. For some reason I don't have WiFi... I live in Panama, and went to the Mazda dealership and the 2017 Mazda 6 in showroom has 59.00.342 4A N. It seems to me they are being sold in Panama with the Australian firmware? Does this version support WiFi? Where can I download this version?

Thanks a bunch...

R.

OK, interesting, Version 59 ADR (4A) is not yet available as a download file, period, I think it will be available sometime in the new year.
Yes, All ADR (4A) does have Wi-Fi for Connected Services.
I suggest you try the ADR 56.00.513C on page 1 here.
If you don't like how it works you can install back to your original 55.00.760 NA N

 

Hi All,
Regarding the WIFI connection issues in Europe, I experienced this initially but after setting my (android) phone hotspot channel to 11 a connection is established. Using any channel lower than this fails to connect.

Hope this helps!

Cheers
Giles.

 

ths had nothings to do with cmu channel , yours current place are channels from 1 -10 over limited, log to your router if it had channel review and you will see how much wifi used the channel bellow 11. which more strong will win the advantage