KIA NIRO PHEV 2020 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide
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Media
Using media
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Using media
You can use the USB mode to play music files on a connected 
mobile device, such as USB device and MP3 player. You can also 
play Bluetooth music by connecting a Bluetooth device, which 
supports a Bluetooth function.
Listening to music from a USB device
1 Connect a media device to play to the USB port on 
the vehicle.
0000APlayback may start automatically depending on the media 
type.
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For more information about supportable devices and file 
types: 
> see “USB mode.”
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The shapes and arrangement of the buttons and USB 
ports may differ depending on the vehicle model and 
specifications.
2 Perform any of the following methods:
 000EOn the Home screen, touch the Radio/Media info widget.
 000EOn the control panel, press the [
MEDIA] button.
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When multiple media are connected, press the [ MEDIA] 
button once more and then press the desired media 
source from the media selection window.
USB music screen
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a Returns to the previous step.
b Moves to the file list screen.
c Displays the sequence number of the current file and the total 
number of files for playback.
d Displays the information of the current music. Touch the artist 
or album info of the current song to go to list of songs by the 
artist or from the album.
e Used to change the repeat playback mode.
f Used to turn on or off the random playback mode.     
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 \335Warning
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that 
may lead to an accident, severe bodily injury, or death. The driver's 
primary responsibility is the safe and legal operation of the 
vehicle, and the use of any vehicle systems, including the touch 
screen and steering wheel controls, which take the driver's eyes, 
attention, and focus away from the safe operation of the vehicle, 
or which are not permissible by law, should never be used during 
the operation of the vehicle.
Pause/Resume
You can pause or resume playback of a USB music file.
On the USB music playback screen, touch  or .
Rewind
By using the rewind function, you can listen to music in the USB 
device from the desired point during playback.
Perform any of the following methods:
 000EOn the USB music playback screen, touch and hold .
 000EOn the control panel, press and hold the [ 
SEEK]  button.
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You can also run the function by using the Move lever/button 
on the steering wheel.
g Restart playing the current file or previous file.
h Can pause or resume playback.
i Can play the next file.
j Can see the duration of the playing song and the current 
playback position.
k The list of menu items appears.
 000EMedia Sources: Opens the media selection window.
 000ESongs by this Artist: Moves to the list of the artist’s songs.
 000ESongs from this Album
: Moves to the list of music albums 
that contain the current song.
 000E Hide Current File: You can hide the file that is playing.
 000ESound Settings: Can configure system sound settings. 
> See “
Configuring the sound settings.”
 000E User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code 
that provides access to the online user manual for the 
system.
 000ESplit 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 specifications.  
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Playing the previous file
You can play the previous file during playback in the USB device.
Perform any of the following methods:
 000EOn the USB music playback screen, touch  within 3 
seconds during playback.
 000E On the control panel, press the [ 
SEEK]  button within 3 
seconds during playback.
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After playback, you can play the previous music by touching 
 twice or pressing the [ SEEK]  button on the control 
panel twice.
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You can also run the function by using the Move lever/button 
on the steering wheel.
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On the control panel, turn the [TUNE/FILE] knob to search for 
a music file and press the knob within 5 seconds to play it.
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When there is no input for 5 seconds, the search stops and 
the system displays the information of the current file.
Fast forward
By using the fast forward function, you can listen to music in the 
USB device from the desired point during playback.
Perform any of the following methods:
 000EOn the USB music playback screen, touch and hold .
 000EOn the control panel, press and hold the [
TRACK ] button.
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You can also run the function by using the Move lever/button 
on the steering wheel.
Resuming playback of the current music
You can play the current music in the USB device from the 
beginning. 
Perform any of the following methods:
 000EOn the USB music playback screen, touch  after 3 
seconds during playback.
 000E On the control panel, press the [ 
SEEK]  button after 3 
seconds during playback.
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You can also run the function by using the Move lever/button 
on the steering wheel.  
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Turning on/off the random playback
You can turn on or off the random playback mode for USB music.
On the USB music playback screen, touch  
repeatedly.
Each time the icon is touched, the random playback mode is 
turned on and off. When the random playback is active, the files 
are played randomly with no sequence.
Playing the next file
You can play the next file in the USB device during playback.
Perform any of the following methods: 
 000EOn the USB music playback screen, touch .
 000EOn the control panel, press the [
TRACK ] button.
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You can also run the function by using the Move lever/button 
on the steering wheel.
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On the control panel, turn the [TUNE/FILE] knob to search for 
a music file and press the knob within 5 seconds to play it
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When there is no input for 5 seconds, the search stops and 
the system displays the information of the current file.
Changing the repeated playback mode for USB 
music
You can change the repeated playback mode for USB music: 
Repeat One, Repeat Folder, and Repeat All.
On the USB music playback screen, touch  
repeatedly.
Each time the icon is touched, the playback repetition modes are 
toggled and the activated mode icon appears on the screen.  
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 \334Caution
 000EBe sure to start the vehicle before connecting a USB device. 
When you start the vehicle after connecting a USB device, the 
USB device may get damaged.
 000EBe careful of static electricity when connecting or removing a 
USB device. It may cause a system failure.
 000EBe careful and avoid your body or any object coming into 
contact with the USB port on the vehicle. It may cause an 
accident or system failures.
 000EDo not repeatedly connect and remove the USB connector 
within a short time. It may cause device errors or system 
failures.
 000EDo not use a USB device for purposes other than playback. 
When you connect a USB for charging or heating, the system 
performance may decrease or it may cause system failures.
USB music list screen
You can search and play the desired music from the list by 
touching 
List on the USB music playback screen.
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a Returns to the previous step.
b Moves to the upper folder or category.
c Play all songs in this category.
d Can see music files for each category.
e Set to play media files in all sub-folders included in the current 
playlist (if equipped).
f The list of menu items appears.
 000EMedia Sources: Opens the media selection window.
 000ENow Playing: You can return to the folder of the playing 
file while searching in the list.
 000ESplit Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
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The sound effect settings button may appear on the screen 
depending on the amp specifications.
 \334Caution
 000EBe sure to start the vehicle before connecting a USB device. 
When you start the vehicle after connecting a USB device, the 
USB device may get damaged.
 000EBe careful of static electricity when connecting or removing a 
USB device. It may cause a system failure.
 000EBe careful and avoid your body or any object coming into 
contact with the USB port on the vehicle. It may cause an 
accident or system failures.
 000EDo not repeatedly connect and remove the USB connector 
within a short time. It may cause device errors or system 
failures.
 000EDo not use a USB device for purposes other than playback. 
When you connect a USB for charging or heating, the system 
performance may decrease or it may cause system failures.    
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Listening to music via Bluetooth
To use a Bluetooth device for audio playback, connect a device 
that supports Bluetooth communication such as mobile phone 
and MP3 player.
For more information about Bluetooth connection: 
> see “Connecting a Bluetooth device.”
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The controls or display screens may differ depending on the 
connected Bluetooth device, phone model, and music player 
application.
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The streaming may not be supported in some music player 
applications.
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Some functions may not be available depending on the 
connected Bluetooth device or phone model.
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When a media device or mobile phone is connected by both 
the Bluetooth and USB cable at the same time, the device 
or system may not work properly. To use the Bluetooth 
connection, remove all cables from the device.
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When connecting a USB storage, do not use a separate 
extension cable and directly connect to the USB port. When 
you connect a USB storage via a USB hub or extension cable, 
the device may not be recognized.
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Push the USB connector fully into the USB port. When the 
connector is not fully inserted, a communication problem 
may occur.
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Noise may occur when removing a USB device from the 
system.
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You can play only the files that have been encoded in the 
standard format.
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The following USB devices may not be recognized or may not 
work properly.
 000DEncrypted MP3 players
 000DUSB devices that are not recognized as removable disks
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USB devices may not be recognized depending on the device 
status.
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Some USB devices may not be supported due to compatibility 
issues.
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USB device recognition may take longer than usual depending 
on the device type, capacity, and file formats on the device.
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Some devices may not be charged through USB connection. It 
depends on the USB specifications.
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You can hide files only in the USB device formatted in exFAT/
NTFS/FAT16/32. The hidden files can be found in the “Hidden_” 
folder.  
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j When two Bluetooth audio devices are connected to the 
system, select a device to play music.
k The list of menu items appears.
 000EMedia Sources: Opens the media selection window.
 000ESound Settings: Can configure system sound settings. 
> See “
Configuring the sound settings.”
 000E Change Device: Find and connect other Bluetooth 
devices.
 000EUser's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code 
that provides access to the online user manual for the 
system.
 000ESplit 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 specifications.
Pause/Resume
You can pause or resume playback of a Bluetooth audio file.
On the Bluetooth audio playback screen, touch  
or 
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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 Returns to the previous step.
b Name of the connected Bluetooth device
c Displays the information of the current music.
d Restart playing the current file or play the previous file.
e Can pause or resume playback.
f Can play the next file.
g Can see the duration of the playing song and the current 
playback position.
h Find and connect other Bluetooth devices.
i Moves to the music list screen.
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The list of Bluetooth audio files may not appear 
depending on the connected device or app.    
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Resuming playback of the previous Bluetooth 
audio file
You can play the previous Bluetooth audio file during playback.
Perform any of the following methods:
 000EOn the Bluetooth audio playback screen, touch  twice.
 000EOn the control panel, press the [ 
SEEK]  button twice.
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The actions required may differ depending on the connected 
device.
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You can also run the function by using the Move lever/button 
on the steering wheel.
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On the control panel, turn the [TUNE/ FILE] knob to search for 
a music file and press the knob within 5 seconds to play it.
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When there is no operation for 5 seconds, the search stops 
and the system displays the information of the playing 
content.
Resuming playback of the current Bluetooth 
audio file
You can play the current Bluetooth audio file from the beginning. 
Perform any of the following methods:
 000EOn the Bluetooth audio playback screen, touch .
 000EOn the control panel, press the [ 
SEEK]  button.
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The actions required may differ depending on the connected 
device.
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You can also run the function by using the Move lever/button 
on the steering wheel.  
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Resuming playback of the next Bluetooth audio 
file
You can play the next Bluetooth audio file during playback.
Perform any of the following methods: 
 000EOn the Bluetooth audio playback screen, touch .
 000EOn the control panel, press the [
TRACK ] button.
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A
You can also run the function by using the Move lever/button 
on the steering wheel.
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A
On the control panel, turn the [TUNE/FILE] knob to search for 
a music file and press the knob within 5 seconds to play it.
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When there is no operation for 5 seconds, the search stops 
and the system displays the information of the playing 
content.