USB port INFINITI QX80 2018 Infiniti Connection

2. Getting started
STEERING WHEEL SWITCHES
(Type D) (if so equipped)
<>:
Push to start a voice recognition ses-
sion. During a voice recognition session,
pushing this button cancels the voice
guidance and you can speak a voice
command immediately.
Push and hold to end a voice recognition
session.
“7. Voice Recognition”
<>:
End an active call and reject an incoming
call.
“Phone” (page 4-4)
<>:
Push to turn on/off the audio system.
“3. Audio system”
If this button is pushed during a call,
your voice will not be heard by the
person on the other end of the line.
“4. Bluetooth® Hands-Free
Phone”
<->/<+>:
Push to adjust the volume.
<>:
Push to operate the hands-free phone
system.
“4. Bluetooth® Hands-Free
Phone”
AUDIO ACCESSORIES
The vehicle is equipped with the USB con-
nection ports and the auxiliary input jacks (if
so equipped). When connected, the in-
vehicle audio system can play audio contents
from the compatible device.
INFO:
. Even when iPod® and/or iPhone® are
connected to both of the two USB/
iPod® connection ports, the system
recognizes only one of the connected iPod® or iPhone® at a time.
. Only one of the two connected USB
memory devices can be operated by the
Voice Recognition System.
“Voice Recognition settings”
(page 7-14)
. The USB connection ports can be used
for charging the connected USB device
(maximum output up to 5volt, 5W, 1.0A).
The USB device will be charged continu-
ously while the ignition switch is in the
ACC or ON position.
Some USB devices cannot be charged
according to their specifications.
Type A (if so equipped):
The USB connection ports and the auxiliary
input jacks are located in the center console
box.
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Auxiliary audio input jack:
Connect an audio player that accepts a
1/8 in (3.5 mm) TRS connector (such as
an MP3 player etc.) to play music.
Auxiliary video input jack:
Connect a video player to play a video.
SD card slot (if so equipped):
The card slot is for the map SD card for
the navigation system.
“SD card slot” (page 6-66)
USB/iPod® connection ports:
Connect to play media from an iPod®,
iPhone® or a USB memory device. Refer
to the device manufacturer’s owner
information regarding the proper use
and care of the device.
NOTE:
Depending on the size and shape of USB
memory device, the console lid may not fully
close. Do not force the console lid closed as
this may damage the USB memory device.
Type B (if so equipped):
The USB connection ports are located on the
lower instrument panel.
USB/iPod® connection ports:
Connect to play media from an iPod®,
iPhone® or a USB memory device. Refer
to the device manufacturer’s owner
information regarding the proper use
and care of the device. Type C (if so equipped):
The USB connection ports are located in the
front console compartment.
USB/iPod® connection ports:
Connect to play media from an iPod®,
iPhone® or a USB memory device. Refer
to the device manufacturer’s owner
information regarding the proper use
and care of the device.
NOTE:
Depending on the size and shape of USB
memory device, the console lid may not fully
close. Do not force the console lid closed as
this may damage the USB memory device.
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Audio operation precautions ......................................... 3-2Radio ........................................................................\
....... 3-2
Compact Disc (CD) player ........................................ 3-4
Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) player (if
so equipped) .................................................................. 3-5
USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection port ........ 3-8
Compressed Audio Files (MP3/WMA/AAC) ..... 3-9
Bluetooth® streaming audio .................................. 3-13
Names and functions of audio control buttons ..... 3-14 Audio main buttons (Type A) (if so equipped) ..... 3-14
Audio main buttons (Type B) (if so equipped) .... 3-15
Audio main buttons (Type C) (if so equipped) .... 3-16
Steering wheel mounted audio control buttons
(Type A) (if so equipped) ......................................... 3-17
Steering wheel mounted audio control buttons
(Type B) (if so equipped) ......................................... 3-17
Steering wheel mounted audio control buttons
(Type C) (if so equipped) ......................................... 3-18
Steering wheel mounted audio control buttons
(Type D) (if so equipped) ......................................... 3-18
Audio operations ............................................................ 3-18 Audio main operation .............................................. 3-18
Radio ........................................................................\
.... 3-20
Compact Disc (CD) player ...................................... 3-25 Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) player (if
so equipped) ............................................................. 3-27
USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection port .... 3-30
iPod® player ............................................................. 3-33
Bluetooth® streaming audio ................................ 3-36
Auxilliary (AUX) devices (if so equipped) .......... 3-39
Audio settings ................................................................ 3-40
Disc/USB memory device care and cleaning ......... 3-43 Discs ........................................................................\
.... 3-43
USB memory device ............................................... 3-43
Gracenote® End User License Agreement ............. 3-43
Mobile Entertainment System (MES) (if
so equipped) ................................................................... 3-44 Precautions ............................................................... 3-45
Technical information ............................................ 3-45
Remote controller and headphones ................... 3-54
Rear media interface .............................................. 3-59
Activating rear displays ......................................... 3-59
Operations on rear displays ................................ 3-60
Setting and information ........................................ 3-61
Controlling the rear system on the
front display .............................................................. 3-62
Operating tips .......................................................... 3-63
Care and maintenance ........................................... 3-65

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USB (Universal Serial Bus) CON-
NECTION PORT
WARNING
Do not connect, disconnect or operate the
USB memory device while driving.
Doing so can be a distraction. If dis-
tracted you could lose control of your
vehicle and cause an accident or serious
injury.
CAUTION
.Do not force the USB memory device
into the USB connection port. Insert-
ing the USB memory device tilted or
upside down into the port may da-
mage the port. Make sure that the
USB memory device is connected
correctly into the USB connection
port.
. Do not grab the USB connection port
cover (if so equipped) when pulling
the USB memory 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
memory device. USB memory devices should
be purchased separately as necessary.
This system cannot be used to format USB
memory devices.
To format a USB memory device, use a
personal computer.
In some jurisdictions, the USB memory
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 memory devices may not be
supported by this system. . Partitioned USB memory devices may
not play correctly.
. Some characters used in other languages
(Chinese, Japanese, etc.) may not appear
properly in the display. Using English
language characters with a USB memory
device is recommended. General notes for USB use:
Refer to your device manufacturer’s owner
information regarding the proper use and
care of the device.
Notes for iPod® use:
“Made for iPod®” and “Made for iPhone®”
mean that an electronic accessory has been
designed to connect specifically to iPod® or
iPhone®, respectively, and has been certified
by the developer to meet Apple performance
standards. Apple is not responsible for the
operation of this device or its compliance
with safety and regulatory standards. Please
note that the use of this accessory with
iPod® or iPhone® may affect wireless
performance.
Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone®, iPod®, iPod
classic®, iPod nano®, and iPod touch® are
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries. Lightning
TMis a
trademark of Apple Inc. App StoreSMis a
service mark of Apple Inc.
. Improperly plugging in the iPod® may
cause a check-mark to be displayed on/
off (flickering). Always make sure that
the iPod® is connected properly.
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*4 Available codes depend on what kind of media, versions and information are going to be displayed.
Specification chart for USB
Supported mediaUSB2.0
Supported file systems FAT32
Folder levels Folder levels: 8, Folders: 512 (including the 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 AAC (MPEG-2) is not supported.
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USB (Universal Serial Bus) CON-
NECTION PORT
Connecting USB memory device
WARNING
Do not connect, disconnect or operate the
USB memory 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 memory device
into the USB connection port. Insert-
ing the USB memory device tilted or
upside down into the port may da-
mage the port. Make sure that the
USB memory device is connected
correctly to the USB connection port.
. Do not grab the USB connection port
cover (if so equipped) when pulling
the USB memory 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 manufacturer’s owner
information regarding the proper use and
care of the device.
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.
USB connection port location:
“Audio accessories” (page 2-12)
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iPod® PLAYER
Connecting iPod®
WARNING
Do not connect, disconnect or operate the
iPod® 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 iPod® device into the
USB connection port. Inserting the
iPod® cable tilted or upside down into
the port may damage the port. Make
sure that the iPod® cable is connected
correctly to the USB connection port.
. Do not grab the USB connection port
cover (if so equipped) when pulling
the iPod® cable out of the port. This
could damage the port and the cover.
. Do not leave the iPod® cable in a
place where it can be pulled uninten-
tionally. Pulling the cable may da-
mage the port. Refer to your device manufacturer’s owner
information regarding the proper use and
care of the device.
The battery of the iPod® will be charged
while the device is connected to the vehicle if
the iPod® supports USB connection char-
ging.
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 using the vehicle audio
controls.
USB connection port location:
“Audio accessories” (page 2-12)
Compatibility:
Made for . iPod touch® (5th generation)
. iPod touch® (4th generation)
. iPod touch® (3rd generation)
. iPod touch® (2nd generation)
. iPod touch® (1st generation) .
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® 5s
. iPhone® 5
. iPhone® 4S
. iPhone® 4
. iPhone® 3GS
. iPhone® 3G
. iPhone®
INFO:
. The iPod touch® may not respond
quickly with the system in some cases.
. Make sure that the iPod® firmware is
updated.
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Track number:
This indicates the current track number
and the total number of tracks.
Shuffle mode indicator:
Touch to change the shuffle mode.
ModeScreen display
[Shuffle albums]
Albums
[All songs]
Songs
[Shuffle Off]
Off
[]/[]:
Touch to play or pause the track.
iPod® menu:
- [Previous List]
- [Playlists]
- [Artists]
- [Songs]
- [Albums]
- [Genres]
- [Composers]
- [Podcasts]
- [Audiobooks]
- [Shuffle]
- [Repeat]
Repeat mode indicator:
Touch to change the repeat mode.
Mode Screen display
[All Track Repeat]
All
[1 Track Repeat]
1 Track
[Repeat Off]
Off
iPod® player operation
Activation and playing:
Inserting the iPod® cable into the connec-
tion port will activate the iPod® mode.
iPod® can also be selected from the audio
sources list and the source bar by touch
panel operation or by pushing .
“Names and functions of audio control
buttons” (page 3-14)
“Selecting audio source” (page 3-19)
To play and pause the iPod®, touch
[
]/[] in the iPod® menu.
Selecting search method:
A list of search methods is displayed in the
iPod® menu. Touch and select an item to
play the iPod® in your preferred settings. Fast-forwarding or rewinding:
Push and hold /
/ to fast-forward or
rewind the song. Release to play the song at
normal speed.
Changing play mode:
Touch [Shuffle], [Repeat], [
]or[]to
select the play mode.
For models with /,
pushing the button can also change the play
mode.
Skipping songs:
Push / /
to skip to the next or previous
song.
Tilting up/down the on the steer-
ing wheel (if so equipped) can also skip the
songs.
Even when iPod® and/or iPhone® are
inserted into both of the two USB connec-
tion ports, the system recognizes only one of
the connected iPod® and/or iPhone® at a
time.
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DISC/USB MEMORY DEVICE
CARE AND CLEANING
DISCS
. Handle a disc by its edges. Never touch
the surface of the disc. Do not bend the
disc.
. Always place discs in their storage cases
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.
. The inner and outer edges of a new disc
may be rough. 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
very 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 owner’s manual for the USB
memory device for details.
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SYSTEM (MES) (if so equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with the Mobile
Entertainment System (MES), you can enjoy
playing audio and movie files on the rear
displays with images and sound.
Playable source:
. DVD (if so equipped)
. AUX device (if so equipped)
. USB memory device (connected to the
rear USB connection port)
. HDMI device
The front and left/right rear displays can
show different sources individually.
CD/DVD (if so equipped) slot location:
“Names and functions of audio control
buttons” (page 3-14)
Auxiliary input jack location (if so equipped):
“Audio accessories” (page 2-12)
Rear media interface (USB and HDMI con-
nection ports) location:
“Rear media interface” (page 3-59)
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