USB port INFINITI Q50 2018 Infiniti Intouch

card in and release it to eject the SD
card from the slot. An SD card contain-
ing map data is provided with the
vehicle.
USB/iPod® connection port:
Connect to play media from an iPod®,
iPhone® or a USB memory.
Refer to your device manufacture’s
owner information regarding the proper
use and care of the device.
For Canada (if so equipped):
When using Infiniti InTouch
TMMobile
Apps with iPhone®, connect via USB
cable.
CAUTION
. Never insert foreign objects such as
coins into the SD card slot. Doing so
may result in a malfunction of the
device.
. Do not force the SD card into the SD
slot. Doing so may result in a mal-
function of the device.
. The SD card may be hot when it is
removed from the device. This does
not indicate a malfunction. .
Depending on size and shape of USB
device, the console lid may not fully
close. Do not force the console lid
closed as this may damage USB
device.
NOTE:
. Even when iPod® or iPhone® are con-
nected to both of the USB/iPod®
interfaces, the system recognizes only
one of the connected iPod® or iPhone®
at a time.
. Only one of the two connected USB
devices can be operated by the Voice
Recognition system.
. Do not remove the SD card containing
map data. If the SD card containing map
data is accidentally removed, reinsert
the SD card containing map data into
the slot and place the ignition switch in
the OFF position.
STARTING SYSTEM
The system starts when the ignition switch is
pushed to the “ACC” or “ON” position.
START-UP SCREEN
For this system, when the ignition switch is
pushed to the “ACC” or “ON” position, the
start-up screen is displayed.
Touch [OK] after reading and agreeing to
the message. If you do not agree to the
message, some of Infiniti InTouch
TMfunc-
tions will be disabled.
NOTE:
Do not keep the navigation system on with
the engine or the hybrid system stopped.
Doing so may discharge the vehicle battery
(12V battery). When you use the navigation
system, always keep the engine or the
hybrid system running.
INFO:
Once you select [Decline] on the start-up
screen, the [OK]/[Decline] screen will not be
displayed for 30 days.
2. Getting Started
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4 Audio system
Audio operation precautions ......................................... 4-2Radio ........................................................................\
....... 4-2
Compact Disc (CD) player ........................................ 4-4
USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection port ....... 4-5
Compressed Audio Files (MP3/WMA/AAC) ..... 4-7
Bluetooth® streaming audio ................................. 4-10
Names and functions of audio control buttons ..... 4-11
Audio main buttons .................................................. 4-11
Steering-wheel mounted audio
control buttons .......................................................... 4-12
Audio operations ............................................................ 4-12
Audio main operation .............................................. 4-12 Radio ........................................................................\
... 4-14
Compact Disc (CD) player .................................... 4-19
USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection port ..... 4-21
iPod® player ............................................................ 4-24
Bluetooth® streaming audio ................................ 4-27
Auxiliary (AUX) devices ......................................... 4-31
Audio settings ................................................................. 4-32
CD/USB memory device care and cleaning .......... 4-34 CD ........................................................................\
....... 4-34
USB memory device .............................................. 4-34
Gracenote® End User License Agreement ............ 4-34

Unplayable error:
Indicates that a readable file is not found
on the inserted CD. Check the data in
your CD.
USB (Universal Serial Bus) CON-
NECTION PORT
WARNING
Do not connect, disconnect or operate the
USB device while driving. Doing so can be
a distraction. If distracted you could lose
control of your vehicle and cause an
accident or serious injury.
CAUTION
.Do not force the USB device into the
USB connection port. Inserting the
USB device tilted or up-side-down
into the port may damage the port.
Make sure that the USB device is
connected correctly into the USB
connection port.
. Do not grab the USB connection port
cover (if so equipped) when pulling
the USB device out of the port. This
could damage the port and the cover. .
Do not leave the USB cable in a place
where it can be pulled unintentionally.
Pulling the cable may damage the
port.
The vehicle is not equipped with a USB
device. USB devices should be purchased
separately as necessary.
This system cannot be used to format USB
devices. To format a USB device, use a
personal computer.
In some jurisdictions, the USB device for the
front seats plays only sound without images
for regulatory reasons, even when the
vehicle is parked.
This system supports various USB memory
devices, USB hard drives and iPod® players.
Some USB devices may not be supported by
this system. . Partitioned USB devices may not be
played correctly.
. Some characters used in other languages
(Chinese, Japanese, etc.) are not dis-
played properly on the display. Using
English language characters with a USB
device is recommended. General notes for USB use:
Refer to your device manufacture’s owner
information regarding the proper care of the
device.
Notes for iPod® use:
. Improperly plugging in the iPod® may
cause a checkmark to be displayed on
and off (flickering). Always make sure
that the iPod® is connected properly.
. Audiobooks may not play in the same
order as they appear on an iPod®.
. Large video files cause slow responses in
an iPod®. The vehicle dual display may
momentarily black out, but it will soon
recover.
. If an iPod® automatically selects large
video files while in the shuffle mode, the
vehicle dual display may momentarily
black out, but it will soon recover.
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4. Audio system
Specification chart for USB
Supported mediaUSB2.0
Supported file systems FAT32
Folder levels Folder levels: 8, Folders: 512 (including root folder), Files: 5000
Format Sampling rateSupported/Not supported
MPEG1 Layer-1- Not supported
Layer-2 - Not supported
Layer-3 44.1, 48, 32 kHz Supported (32-320 kbps)
MPEG2 Layer-1- Not supported
Layer-2 - Not supported
Layer-3 22.05, 24, 16 kHz Supported (16-160 kbps)
MPEG2.5 Layer-1- Not supported
Layer-2 - Not supported
Layer-3 11.025, 12, 8 kHz Supported (16-160 kbps)
WMA *1 32, 44.1, 48 kHzSupported VER.7/8 (48-192 bps)
VER.9/9.1/9.2 (48-320 bps)
AAC (MPEG4) *2 (Extension “m4a” only) 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHzSupported (16-320 kbps)
*1 Professional (Voice, Lossless, multichannel) is not supported.
*2 MPEG-2 AAC is not supported.
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.Disc Repeat
. 1 Folder Repeat
. 1 Track Repeat
. Disc Random
. 1 Folder Random
Ejecting CD:
Push <
>to eject a CD. If the CD is ejected
and left unremoved, it will be reloaded into
the slot for protection.
USB (Universal Serial Bus) CON-
NECTION PORT
Connecting USB memory device
WARNING
Do not connect, disconnect or operate the
USB device while driving. Doing so can be
a distraction. If distracted you could lose
control of your vehicle and cause an
accident or serious injury.
CAUTION
. Do not force the USB device into the
USB connection port. Inserting the
USB device tilted or up-side-down into the port may damage the port.
Make sure that the USB device is
connected correctly into the USB
connection port.
. Do not grab the USB connection port
cover (if so equipped) when pulling
the USB device out of the port. This
could damage the port and the cover.
. Do not leave the USB cable in a place
where it can be pulled unintentionally.
Pulling the cable may damage the
port.
Refer to your device manufacture’s owner
information regarding the proper use and
care of the device.
Two USB connectors are located in the
center console box.
“Media Hub” (page 2-6)
When compatible storage devices are
plugged into the jack, compatible audio files
on the storage devices can be played
through the vehicle’s audio system.
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4. Audio system
iPod® PLAYER
Connecting iPod®
WARNING
Do not connect, disconnect or operate the
USB device while driving. Doing so can be
a distraction. If distracted you could lose
control of your vehicle and cause an
accident or serious injury.
CAUTION
.Do not force the USB device into the
USB connection port. Inserting the
USB device tilted or up-side-down
into the port may damage the port.
Make sure that the USB device is
connected correctly into the USB
connection port.
. Do not grab the USB connection port
cover (if so equipped) when pulling
the USB device out of the port. This
could damage the port and the cover.
. Do not leave the USB cable in a place
where it can be pulled unintentionally.
Pulling the cable may damage the port.
Refer to your device manufacture’s owner
information regarding the proper use and
care of the device.
Two USB connectors are located in the
center console box.
“Media Hub” (page 2-6)
The battery of the iPod® will be charged
while the device is connected to the vehicle if
the iPod® supports charging via a USB
connection.
Depending on the model and firmware
version of the iPod®, the display on the
iPod® shows an INFINITI or Accessory
Attached screen when the connection is
completed. When the iPod® is connected
to the vehicle, the iPod® music library can
only be operated by the vehicle audio
controls.
Compatibility:
Made for . iPod touch® (5th generation)
. iPod touch® (4th generation)
. iPod touch® (3rd generation) .
iPod touch® (2nd generation)
. iPod touch® (1st generation)
. iPod touch®
. iPod with video®
. iPod classic®
. iPod nano® (7th generation)
. iPod nano® (6th generation)
. iPod nano® (5th generation)
. iPod nano® (4th generation)
. iPod nano® (3rd generation)
. iPod nano® (2nd generation)
. iPod nano® (1st generation)
. iPhone 5®
. iPhone 4S®
. iPhone 4®
. iPhone 3GS®
. iPhone 3G®
. iPhone®
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CD/USB MEMORY DEVICE
CARE AND CLEANING
CD
. Handle a CD/DVD by its edges. Never
touch the surface of the disc. Do not
bend the disc.
. Always place the discs in the storage
case when they are not being used.
. To clean a disc, wipe the surface from
the center to the outer edge using a
clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the disc
using a circular motion.
Do not use a conventional record cleaner or alcohol intended for industrial use.
. A new disc may be rough on the inner
and outer edges. Remove the rough
edges by rubbing the inner and outer
edges with the side of a pen or pencil as
illustrated.
USB MEMORY DEVICE
.Never touch the terminal portion of the
USB memory device.
. Do not place heavy objects on the USB
memory device.
. Do not store the USB memory device in
highly humid locations.
. Do not expose the USB memory device
to direct sunlight.
. Do not spill any liquids on the USB
memory device.
Refer to the USB memory device Owner’s
Manual for the details.
GRACENOTE® END USER LI-
CENSE AGREEMENT
This application or device contains software
from Gracenote, Inc. of Emeryville, Califor-
nia (“Gracenote”). The software from Grace-
note (the “Gracenote Software”) enables this
application to perform disc and/or file
identification and obtain music-related in-
formation, including name, artist, track, and
title information (“Gracenote Data”) from
online servers or embedded databases (col-
lectively, “Gracenote Servers”) and to per-
form other functions. You may use
Gracenote Data only by means of the
intended End-User functions of this applica-
tion or device.
You agree that you will use Gracenote Data,
the Gracenote Software, and Gracenote
Servers for your own personal non-commer-
cial use only. You agree not to assign, copy,
transfer or transmit the Gracenote Software
or any Gracenote Data to any third party.
YOU AGREE NOT TO USE OR EXPLOIT
GRACENOTE DATA, THE GRACENOTE
SOFTWARE, OR GRACENOTE SERVERS,
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PERMITTED
HEREIN.
You agree that your non-exclusive license to
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6. Infiniti InTouchTMApps
Menu ItemAction
[All Apps] Show all applications. Select an application from the list to
modify additional application-specific settings.
[Running Apps] Applications listDisplay all running applications. To display application
information or stop an application, select the desired
application from the list.
[Stop All] Stop all running application.
[Menu Icon Lo-
cation Setting] Applications
listShow or hide the application icon on the Menu screen.
[Delete All] Delete all application icon on menu screen.
[Auto Start Setting] Enable this setting to automatically launch the application
upon vehicle ignition.
[System Information] Display system information.
[Install Apps via USB] Install an application via USB from the INFINITI portal site.
[Automatic Connection] (if so
equipped) Set the connecting interval. Vehicle Apps Manager (if so
equipped) connects to the server at regular intervals in order
to obtain up-to-date information (such as checking for
application updates).
[Network Notification] (if so
equipped) If [Network Notification] is on, a pop-up message is
displayed when a network connection is established.
[Installation Notification] (if so
equipped) If [Install Notification] is on, a pop-up message is displayed
when a new application is installed.
[Factory Data Reset] Discard the downloaded or stored application data.NOTE:
. If the Auto Start Setting is enabled,
some applications may be accessible to
other drivers of your vehicle.
. When [Network Notification] (if so
equipped) is turned off, some apps will
be started automatically and uses net-
work communication and communica-
tion fees will be charged.
. Depending on the type of application,
some applications may not be displayed
in the [Running Apps] field even if they
are running.
. The Auto Start function may not be
available for some applications.
VEHICLE APPS MANAGER (if so
equipped)
On this screen, you can update, uninstall,
and install Vehicle Apps.
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6. Infiniti InTouchTMApps
3. Input your name and PIN code and select[Instant Access] ON or OFF, and then
touch [Save].
INFO:
If the Instant Access mode is set to ON, it
is not necessary to enter a PIN code each
time.
4. Stored user name is displayed in the list, touch the user name.
5. Input PIN code and touch [OK]. Display your mail box screen.
If an account is not yet set up, set an
account (Google account, etc) in the
Manager Account screen displayed.
INFO:
. On receive message screen, touch sender
name or address to display sender detail
screen.
. System folders (Inbox, Draft, send, etc.)
cannot be modified.
MOBILE APPS (if so equipped
for Canada)
Mobile Apps are a limited selection of
popular smartphone-based Apps that have
been customized for in-vehicle use. Mobile
Apps can be accessed by connecting your
compatible smartphone to the vehicle.
Using with iPhone®:
To use Infiniti InTouch
TMMobile Apps with
your iPhone®, the iPhone® must be con-
nected with a USB cable. If an additional
iPhone® is connected by wired connection
while an iPod® is being used via a wired
connection, the service will not be available.
To use the service, it is first necessary to
unplug the iPod® cable from the USB
connection port where the iPod® is con-
nected.
“Media Hub” (page 2-6)
Using with an Android smartphone:
To use Infiniti InTouch
TMMobile Apps with
your Android smartphone, the device must
be connected via Bluetooth and registered
as a hands-free device.
“Connecting Bluetooth® device”
(page 2-22) A compatible smartphone is required to use
Mobile Apps.
CAUTION
.
To use Mobile Apps, the Infiniti
InTouchTMApp must be installed and
running on the compatible smart-
phone. This app can be downloaded
from the iTunes App Store or Google
Play store.
. Mobile Apps also requires an active
subscription and valid Infiniti Owner
Portal account. Please see http://
www.infiniti.ca/infinitiintouch for
more information.
. Communication fees may be charged
depending on the contents of the
contract between the user and the
mobile phone carrier.
. Before using this service, some appli-
cations may require individual sub-
scriptions (e.g., Facebook, etc.).
. For some applications, the system
may not support all of the functions
of applications that are installed on
your smartphone. Additionally, due to
service provider policies, the contents
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9. Navigation (if so equipped)
Deleting individual item on map
This operation is performed on the upper
display.
1. Align the cross pointer over the preferredstored location for deletion by moving on
the map, and then touch [
].
2. Touch [Delete Stored Location]. A con-firmation message is displayed.
3. Touch [Yes]. The stored location is deleted from the Stored Locations.
4. Touch [
] to return to the current
location.
TRANSFERRING INFORMATION
TO/FROM ADDRESS BOOK
The information of the stored home and
addresses can be exported and imported
using a USB memory device.
INFO:
A USB memory device can be used to
transfer data but it is not possible to edit
the data using a personal computer, etc.
Two USB connection ports are located in the
center console box.
“Media Hub” (page 2-6).
1. Insert a USB memory device and push the