window KIA NIRO 2021 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide
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Bluetooth audio playback screen
The media player runs when you play a music file from a connected audio device via 
Bluetooth.
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Displays the information of the current music.
c c Restart playing the current file or play the previous file.
d d Can pause or resume playback.
e e Can play the next file.
f f Can see the duration of the playing song and the current playback position.
g g Find and connect other Bluetooth devices.
h h Moves to the music list screen.0000
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The list of Bluetooth audio files may not appear depending on the connected device 
or app.
i i Displays the sequence number of the current file and the total number of files for 
playback.
j j The list of menu items appears.
 \225Display Off: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or 
briefly press the power knob.
 \225Media Sources: Opens the media selection window.
 \225Change Device: Find and connect other Bluetooth devices.
 \225Sound Settings: Displays the system sound settings screen.
 \225User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to the 
online user manual for the system.
 \225Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
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The sound effect settings button may appear on the screen depending on the amp 
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2 Select the function to connect.
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To use your phone on the system via Bluetooth communication, press  Handsfree 
Calling.
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To listen to music on the system via Bluetooth communication, press Bluetooth 
Audio.
3 Turn on Bluetooth on the Bluetooth device to connect and select the 
vehicle system on the list of searched devices.
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The system's Bluetooth name can be seen on the Add New Device window.
4 Check that the authentication code on the Bluetooth device screen 
matches the one on the system screen and approve the connection on 
the device.
5 When your smartphone is using Bluetooth communication, to download 
contacts from the phone to the system or use the text message 
notification, allow access to your phone.
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Access is only required to use Bluetooth calling. There will be no access request when 
you connect an audio device.
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After the access request is approved, it may take a while until the Bluetooth connection is 
completed. As soon as the Bluetooth connection is completed, the Bluetoo\
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indicator icon appears at the top of the screen.
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Access to data can be enabled or disabled by using the Bluetooth Settings menu on the 
mobile phone. For more details, refer to the mobile phone's user manual.
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You cannot register another device while operating a Bluetooth device.  
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Search for a setting item by voice or by entering a keyword.
c c Select hands-free or Bluetooth audio to connect or disconnect Bluetooth devices.0000
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A device list will appear when a Bluetooth device is added to the system.
d d Add a new device to the system.
e e Delete a registered device from the system.
f f The list of menu items appears.
 \225Display Off: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or 
briefly press the power knob.
 \225Auto Connection Priority: Set the priority order for automatic Bluetooth connection 
to the system when it turns on.
 \225Search for Settings: Search for a setting item by voice or by entering a keyword. 
 \225User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to the 
online user manual for the system.
Disconnecting a registered device
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup  >
 Device Connections  >
 
Bluetooth  >
 Bluetooth Connections.
2 Press the connected device name or icons.
3 Press  Disconnect in the connection settings window.
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To disconnect a function, select the function to disconnect and press OK.
Deleting a registered device
If you will no longer use a Bluetooth device or you want to add a new device when 6 devices 
are already registered, delete an existing registered device.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup  >
 Device Connections  >
 
Bluetooth  >
 Bluetooth Connections  >
 Delete Device(s).
2 Select a device to delete and press Delete.
To delete all registered devices, press Mark All  >
 Delete.
3 Press  Yes.
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When you delete a registered device, all related contacts, call logs, and text messages are 
removed from the system.  
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Checking a new message over Bluetooth
After connecting a mobile phone via Bluetooth, you can check the received messages 
through the system screen and listen to voice messages converted from the text messages. 
This option is available when a mobile phone is connected via Bluetooth.\
 You can also send 
the brief reply message registered in the system.
Checking a new message
When a message is received, the new message notification window appears.
To check the message, press View.
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a a View caller details.
b b Activate privacy mode to protect personal data. The data downloaded from the mobile 
phone stays hidden while this mode is on.
c c Can see the message details.
d d Reads out the message through the speakers in the vehicle.
e e Used to close the notification window.
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The message notification window does not appear when the privacy mode is enabled or 
the message notification is turned off.
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The screen display may differ depending on the mobile phone model.  
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Voice recognition
With the voice recognition function, you can access various functions of the infotainmen\
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system without manipulating the screen or buttons. This function prevents driver distraction 
and dangerous situations.
Use voice commands to access various functions easily.0000
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The system can recognize the specified voice commands. 
> See "Available voice commands" 
or the voice recognition help.
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Note the following for accurate delivery of command when saying it.
 000DPronounce a command accurately and naturally like a conversation.
 000DKeep the correct posture and say commands toward the direction of the microphone.
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Voice recognition is automatically ended when:
 000DYou make or receive a call.
 000DThe front or rear cameras operate (if equipped).
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[RADIO]  or [MEDIA]  button is pressed to perform another function.
 000DRerouting or other unexpected action is made due to deviation from the route during 
guidance.
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Voice recognition may not work properly when:
 000DThe sunroof or windows are open so the wind is strong.
 000DThe fan speed of the air conditioner or heater is high (level 3 or below is 
recommended).
 000DThe vehicle is passing through a tunnel.
 000DThe vehicle is driving on an unpaved road and its noise and vibration are loud.
 000DNoise is loud due to a heavy rain or storm.
Using the voice recognition
1 On the steering wheel, press the Voice Recognition button.
Voice recognition starts along with voice guidance.
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To skip the voice guidance, press the Voice Recognition button on the steering wheel.  
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When you use a command starting with "Find," the system searches for locations within 
the state or province where your vehicle is currently located. To search for locations in 
another state or province, say the state or province name first and then say the location 
you want.
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Some commands, such as "Cancel Route " or "Show Route," are available only when a 
destination is set.
Radio commands
Command Function
FM <87.5 to 107.9> Turn on the FM radio with that frequency.
AM <530 to 1710> Turn on the AM radio with that frequency.
SiriusXM <0 to 999> Turn on the SiriusXM radio with that channel number.
Tune to SiriusXM  
<0 to 999>  Tune on the SiriusXM radio with that channel number. 
Tune to  
<Channel Name> Turn on the SiriusXM radio with that channel name. 
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Some commands are recognizable in English only.
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Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and f\
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Vehicle control commands (if equipped)
Command Function
Climate On/Off Turn on or off the climate control.
Air Conditioner  
On/Off Can turn on or off the air conditioner.
Heat On/Off Can turn on or off the heater.
Fan High/Low Used to set the fan level.
Set Fan to windshield/
Face/Feet Used to set the air direction.
Warmer/Cooler Set the climate control temperature.
Open/Close all windows Open or close all windows.
Open/Close the 
windows Open or close the driver-side window.
Open/Close the 
passenger's window Open or close the passenger-side window. 
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CommandFunction
Open/Close the rear 
windows Open or close all rear-seat windows.
Open/Close the sunroof Open or close the sunroof.
Open/Close the  
trunk (liftgate) Open or close the trunk (liftgate).
Turn On/Off the heated 
steering wheel Turn on or off the steering wheel heater.
Turn On/Off all seat 
warmers Turn on or off the heaters for all seats.
Turn On/Off seat warmer Turn on or off the driver's seat heater.
Seat warmer  
level 1 to 3 Set the driver's seat heater level in the range of 1 to 3.
Turn On/Off the 
passenger seat warmer Turn on or off the passenger seat heater.
Passenger's Seat 
Warmer Level 1 to 3 Set the passenger seat heater level in the range of 1 to 3.
Turn On/Off the rear seat 
warmer Turn on or off the rear-seat heaters.
Turn On/Off all air 
ventilation seats Turn on or off the ventilation for all seats.
Turn On/Off air 
ventilation seats Turn on or off the driver's seat ventilation.
Air ventilation seat level 
1 to 3 Set the driver's seat ventilation level in the range of 1 to 3.
Turn On/Off the 
passenger air ventilation 
seats Turn on or off the passenger seat ventilation.
Passenger's Air 
Ventilation Seat Level  
1 to 3  Set the passenger seat ventilation level in the rage of 1 to 3.
Turn On/Off the rear air 
ventilation seat Turn on or off the rear-seat ventilation.
Rear window defroster 
On/Off Turn on or off the rear windshield defogger.
Exterior mirror defroster 
On/Off Turn on or off the side-mirror defoggers. 
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Previous Destinations Settings
You can set to automatically save the previous destination and display the previous 
destinations when the navigation system starts.
 \225Save Previous Destinations: The previous destination is automatically saved.
 \225Show Previous Destinations after Navigation Start-up: When the navigation system 
starts, the list of recent destinations appear on a pop-up window.
Fuel Price Information (if equipped)
When displaying gas stations or LPG charging stations on the map, the fuel prices below a 
specific range can be displayed.
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Select  Display Fuel Price Info on Map to view recommended fuel prices based on the 
prices offered in the area.
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Fuel prices on the map may differ from actual ones.
User Data
You can import location data from a USB device to the system, or export the data on the 
system to a USB device.
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When importing or exporting the location data, you can uses only the USB device 
formatted in exFAT, FAT16/32, or NTFS.
 \225Import Address Book from USB Device: You can import the location data on a USB 
device to the system.
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The previous location data on the system is to be deleted.
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While importing from a navigation system that uses a different coordinate system, 
the locations may appear differently.
 \225Export Address Book to USB Device: You can export the location data on the system to 
a USB device.
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The location data on the USB device is deleted.  
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Others
You can configure navigation options, e.g., turning on or off fuel prices, exporting or 
importing places from and to Address Book.
Previous Destinations Settings
You can set to automatically save the previous destination and display the previous 
destinations when the navigation system starts.
 \225Save Previous Destinations: The previous destination is automatically saved.
 \225Show Previous Destinations after Navigation Start-up: When the navigation system 
starts, the list of recent destinations appear on a pop-up window.
 \225Auto. Destination Recommendation: You can set to analyze your departure places and 
times and to automatically suggest destinations that are set periodically. When you are 
driving without setting a destination and you are within the recommended time or range, 
your home or office registered as a favorite is recommended as the destination.
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To use this feature, your home or office must have been registered as a favorite. In Go 
Home or Office under Navigation Menu  >
 Address Book  >
 Favorites, register the 
location information.
Fuel Price Information (if equipped)
When displaying gas stations or LPG charging stations on the map, the fuel prices below a 
specific range can be displayed.
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Select  Display Fuel Price Info on Map to view recommended fuel prices based on the 
prices offered in the area.
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Fuel prices on the map may differ from actual ones.  
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GPS Time
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To manually set the date and time, uncheck GPS Time, press the current date and time 
below  GPS Time, and then set the date and time.
24 Hours
The system time is displayed in the 24-hour format.
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For example, when 24 Hours is checked and the current time is 01:08 pm, the system 
screen displays the time as "13:08." When the checkbox is deselected, the time display 
changes to "01:08 PM."
Daylight Saving Time
Displays the system time in the format of Daylight Saving Time.
Language
You can set the system display language.
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Once the language has been changed, it takes a while to apply the new language to the 
system. The notification pop-up window appears as soon as the new language is applied 
to the system. When you wait a while or press anywhere outside the pop-up window, the 
window automatically disappears.
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When you change the system language, it does not affect the display of other unique 
data such as MP3 music file name.
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Depending on the system language, the Bluetooth phone message view and voice 
recognition may not be supported.