phone KIA SOUL EV 2015 Features and Functions Guide
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2*IF EQUIPPED SOUL EV  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
VIDEOS & QR CODES \H- SMARTPHONES, TABLETS AND COMPUTER\HS
Kia provides a number of video resources at your disposal to assist you with becoming familiar with the features and functions 
found in your Kia vehicle. You can access these resources by snapping the QR Codes with your smartphone/tablet (mobile 
devices) or by visiting the following website: www.KuTechVideos.com/ps23/2015. Continue reading for a more in-depth look 
at QR Codes and for instructions on how to use them.
REMINDER:  When accessing videos 
on your mobile device, standard 
cellular data rates may apply .
 
 
EV Overview Video 
  
To view a video on your 
mobile device, snap this 
QR Code or visit the listed 
website .
www.KuTechVideos.com/ps23/2015
What are QR Codes? 
A QR Code is a square, 2-dimensional barcode that can be 
read by mobile devices loaded with an appropriate barcode  
or QR Code Reader App. The app reads the barcode image 
and then launches/uploads the speci c information the  
code contains, such as URLs, text, photos, videos and so 
much more.
How to use QR Codes
If you have a mobile device with a QR Code Reader App, you 
can snap the code with your phone and you’ll be provided 
a video with additional information pertaining to the topic. 
For example, in the Instrument Cluster Overview section, 
if you would like additional information, just snap the code 
with your mobile device to view the selected Kia Features & 
Functions Video . How to snap a QR Code
1.  With your mobile device, download a QR Code Reader 
App . With many devices, you can do this through an app 
store or marketplace
2.  Open the QR Code Reader App on your mobile device
3.  The app will utilize your device’s camera. Center the code  in the camera viewing area:
 
  With some apps, as soon as the app recognizes the 
code, it will launch the corresponding video
 
  With other apps, you will have to snap or take a 
picture of the code. The app will then launch the 
corresponding video
 
  For operation speci cs, refer to the instructions that 
come with the QR Code Reader App
   QR CODE
 
 
1. If you’re having trouble scanning codes, check the following:
 
The code should be centered and focused in your mobile device’s camera screen 
Consider moving your device closer to or farther away from the code 
The code should be well lit, without signi cant shadow
2.  After scanning, if a “connecting” message appears and then nothing happens or there’s a “connection error” message, this typically indicates that your device is having trouble  connecting to the Internet 
3.   When accessing videos on your mobile device, standard cellular data rates will apply
 
Avoid scanning from a signi cant angle 
Con rm that the device’s app supports 2D QR Code scanning  
Try another QR Code Reader App; not all apps are created equal
   QUICK TIPS 
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SOUL EV  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE12*IF EQUIPPED 
ELECTRIC VEHICLE FE\HATURES
Reserved Charging - Charging times can be set using the AVN System settings when in EV 
Mode. You can also use the Reserved Charging App on your smartphone. 
Reserved Charging with the UVO EV Services App:
The UVO EV Services App can help you  nd the nearest charging station, displays charging-
status information and the lists the Reserved Charging schedule. On your Smartphone, go to an 
app store or marketplace to download the UVO EV Services App. 
REMINDER: When Reserved Charging is set and the charger is plugged in, charging of the electric vehicle will not begin 
until the time and date set
For more information on UVO EV Services and using the app refer to the Car Multimedia System User’s Manual.
Deactivate reserved charging - Depress the Deactivate Reserved Charging button A to 
disable the reserved charging feature when immediate charging is required.
 
 
When you press the Deactivate Reserved Charge button for immediate charging, the reserved charge 
setting is not completely deactivated . If you need to completely deactivate the reserved charge setting, 
use the AVN System to  nalize the deactivation.    QUICK TIPS
OFF MUSIC
MOOD
OFFMUSIC
MOOD
OFFMUSIC
MOOD
OFFMUSIC
MOOD
A
(Buttons located left of steering column)
Charging Your Electric Vehicle  
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SOUL EV  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE22*IF EQUIPPED 
STEERIN\b WHEEL CONT\HROLS
A  Volume button:  Press up/down to raise/lower speaker volume
B   Talk button: Press to activate voice recognition / bring up menus / place 
calls with minimal voice command prompts from the system
C  Receive/Place Call button:  Press to receive/place/transfer calls. Press to 
place a call using vocal command prompts from the system, or to answer 
an incoming call
D  End Call button: Press to end a call or cancel a function
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
For more information, if equipped, refer to the Car Multimedia System User’s Manual or the UVO System User’s Manual. For Bluetooth® Wireless Technology FAQs, go to www.kia.com, Owners section, or 
call Consumer Information for Bluetooth® Technology at (800) 333-4KIA. Refer to your Owner’s Manual for more speci c Bluetooth® Wireless Technology phone pairing and operation instructions.
REMINDERS: 
 
Microphone is located in the overhead console
 
 Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the illustrations. See your Owner’s 
Manual for more details
Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided. Drivers should remain attentive to 
driving and always exercise caution when using the steering-wheel-mounted controls while driving.
SET
CRUISE
RES
CANCELMODE
VOL
VOL
MODE
A
B
C
D
 
 
 
 Phonebook transfer upload time varies by phone model and with number of 
phonebook entries
 
Because of differences in phone quality, service providers and Bluetooth® Wireless 
Technology chip programming, functionality may differ from one phone to another 
   QUICK TIPS 
 
When using the voice command feature, wait for the system BEEP before speaking 
the command.    QUICK TIPS 
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Voice Recognition and Phone Contact Tips
The Kia Voice Recognition System may 
have difficulty understanding some accents 
or uncommon names
 
 When using Voice 
Recognition to place a call, speak in a 
moderate tone, with clear pronunciation
 
 
Help your Bluetooth
® Wireless Technology 
Voice Recognition performance by making a 
few simple changes to your phone contacts:
•
 
U
se full names vs
 
  short or single syllable 
names (“John Smith” vs
 
 “Dad”; “Smith 
Residence” vs
 
 “Home”)
•
 
A
void using special characters or hyphens 
(@, &, #, /, -, *, +, etc
 
)
•
 
A
void using acronyms (“In Case of 
Emergency” vs
 
 “ICE”)
•
 
S
pell words completely, no abbreviations 
(“Doctor Goodman” vs
 
 “Dr
 
  Goodman”)
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Pairing a Phone 
For instructions on how to pair a phone, refer to the audio system’s user’s 
guide or your vehicle’s Quick Start Guide
 
  
How to Place a Call 
When using the voice command feature, wait for the system BEEP before 
speaking the command
 
T
here are two options for placing a call:
•
 
O
 ption 1: Press the Receive/Place Call button 
C (displays the phone 
screen with number keypad)
•
 
O
ption 2: Press the Talk button 
B  Then say the command “Call {name}” 
o
r “Dial {number}”
 
 
Voice Recognition Tips 
Video  
  
To view a video on your 
mobile device, snap this 
QR Code or visit the listed 
website
 
R
efer to page 2 for more 
information
 
www.KuTechVideos.com/ps23/2015
   QR CODE
 
 
During the pairing process, be sure to accept the connection requests on the 
phone for phonebook download and to allow acceptance of all future Bluetooth
® 
connection requests  
   QUICK TIPS
   
Contacts Sync Tips
•
 
I
 f Contact Sync is set to ON, contacts stored in your phone will download each time 
your phone is connected
 
 There may be a delay before the system is available to place 
a call
•
 
I
 f Contact Sync is set to OFF, your phone contacts will download only at the initial 
pairing
 
 This allows you to make calls without waiting for your phone contact list to 
download     QUICK TIPS
ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED 
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS  
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CENTER PANEL 
AVN \fAudio/Video/Navigation) System  
– FM/AM/Si\fius®/M\bdia (Aux/USB/iPod®/BT Audio/My Music)
For further AVN System operation and using the app, refer to the 
Car Multimedia System User’s Manual.  REMINDERS: 
 
 Your vehicle’s audio system may differ from that in the 
illustration . See your Owner’s Manual for more details.
 
  The registered MyUVO .com account is activated for  ve years 
with no charges. When it expires, go to MyUVO.com and 
register for the plan of your choice
 
 
 
When using the voice command feature, wait for 
the system BEEP before speaking the command
 
Prolonged use of the AVN System in ACC mode may 
drain the vehicle’s battery . A warning screen may 
appear periodically to remind users that the AVN 
System should be operated with the engine running to 
prevent battery discharge  
   QUICK TIPS
To adjust the Sound settings (bass, middle, treble, fader, balance) 
- Select the on-screen SOUND button on the audio mode’s main 
screen. To adjust, press the on-screen arrows.
MAP
UVO
SEEK
TRACK
RADIO
MEDIA
NAVI
PHONE
INFO
SETUP
POWER
VOL TUNE
FILEPUSH
VOICE MAP
Press to Power ON/OFF. 
Rotate to adjust Volume
Press to enter UVO eServices mode 
Press to select FM/AM 
Sirius
® Modes
Press to select MEDIA mode
Rotate to change Radio/Sirius
® 
Stations/Media tracks/files  Press to display the Map screen for 
the current position / VOICE mode
Press to display the Destination menu screen
Press to enter PHONE mode
Press to display the SE TUP mode Press to display INFO mode 
Press to change Radio/Sirius
® 
Stations/Media tracks/files 
Press to select previous/next Radio/
Sirius
® stations/ Media tracks/ files.
Press and hold to move quickly  through stations/tracks/files 
To use UVO EV Services:
1.  Register through your AVN System or at MyUVO. com account
2.  On the AVN System screen, verify the vehicle by pressing the  UVO button 
A and press the on-screen ACTIVATE button
3.  Select the EXISTING ACCOUNT TAB and enter your email address  and password from your MyUVO. com account
4.  Then press the on-screen SUBMIT button to complete veri cation
5.  On your Smartphone, go to an app store or marketplace to  download the UVO EV Services App and log in to the app using 
your MyUVO. com account credentials .  
A
 
 
To view these videos on 
your mobile device, snap 
these QR Codes or visit the 
listed website.
Refer to page 2 for more 
information .
EV AVN System Videos
EV Services Activation 
Video
www.KuTechVideos.com/audio/evavn
   QR CODE
www.KuTechVideos.com/ps23/2015