warning INFINITI QX80 2021 Infiniti Connection

1. Introduction
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This manual uses special words, symbols,
icons and illustrations organized by function.
Please refer to the following items and
familiarize yourself with them.
FOR SAFE OPERATION
WARNING
This is used to indicate the presence of a
hazard that could cause death or serious
personal injury. To avoid or reduce the
risk, the procedures must be followed
precisely.
CAUTION
This is used to indicate the presence of a
hazard that could cause minor or moder-
ate personal injury or damage to your
vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the
procedures must be followed carefully.
NOTE:
Indicates items that help you understand
and maximize the performance of your
vehicle. If ignored, they may lead to a
malfunction or poor performance.
REFERENCE SYMBOLS
INFO:
This indicates information that is necessary
for efficient use of your vehicle or acces-
sories.
Reference page:
This indicates the title and page that you
should refer to.
<> :
Indicates a button on the control panel.
[]:
This indicates a key/item displayed on the
screen.
Voice Command:
This indicates an operation by voice com-
mand.
SCREEN ILLUSTRATIONS
. The illustrations in this manual are
representatives of various models and
may not be identical with the design and
specifications of your vehicle.
. Icons and menu items displayed on the
screen may be abbreviated or omitted
from the screen illustrations when ap-
propriate. The omitted icons and menu
items are described as dotted lines as
illustrated.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
This system is primarily designed to help you
support pleasant driving as outlined in this
manual. However, you, the driver, must use
the system safely and properly. Information
and the availability of services may not
always be up to date. The system is not a
substitute for safe, proper and legal driving.
Before using the system, please read the
following safety information. Always use the
system as outlined in this manual.
WARNING
.To operate the system, first park the
vehicle in a safe location and set the
parking brake. Operating the system
while driving can distract the driver
and may result in a serious accident.
. Exercise extreme caution at all times
so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation. If the system does
not respond immediately, please be
patient and keep your eyes on the
road. Inattentive driving may lead to
a crash resulting in serious injuries or
death. .
Do not rely on route guidance (if so
equipped) alone. Always be sure that
all driving maneuvers are legal and
safe in order to avoid accidents.
. Do not disassemble or modify this
system. If you do, it may result in
accidents, fire or electrical shock.
. If you notice any foreign objects in the
system hardware, spill liquid on the
system or notice smoke or a smell
coming from it, stop using the system
immediately and it is recommended
you contact an INFINITI retailer.
Ignoring such conditions may lead to
accidents, fire or electrical shock.
CAUTION
.Some jurisdictions may have laws
limiting the use of video screens while
driving. Use this system only where it
is legal to do so.
. Extreme temperature conditions [be-
low −4°F (−20°C) and above 158°F
(70°C)] could affect the performance
of the system. .
The display screen may break if it is
hit with a hard or sharp object. If the
display screen breaks, do not touch it.
Doing so could result in an injury.
NOTE:
Do not keep the system running with the
engine stopped. Doing so may discharge the
vehicle battery. When you use the system,
always keep the engine running.
1. Introduction
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1. Introduction
REGULATORY INFORMATION
LASER PRODUCT
Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and
1040.11
Complies with 21 CFR Chapter 1, Subchap-
ter J
WARNING
Use of controls or adjustments or perfor-
mance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
BLUETOOTH® DEVICES
FCC Regulatory information
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules and Industry Canada license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received,
including interference that may cause un-
desired operation.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1)
l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage,
et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter
tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si
le brouillage est susceptible d’en compro-
mettre le fonctionnement.
TRADEMARKS
Apple, iPhone®, iPod®, and iPod touch® are
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries. Apple CarPlay® is a
trademark of Apple Inc. Use of the Apple
CarPlay® logo means that a vehicle user
interface meets Apple performance stan-
dards. Apple is not responsible for the
operation of this vehicle or its compliance
with safety and regulatory standards. Please
note that the use of this product with
iPhone® or iPod® may affect wireless
performance.
Bluetooth® is a trademark owned by Blue-
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DUAL DISPLAY
The upper touch screen display (upper dis-
play) can display various information. The
lower touch screen display (lower display)
can be used for various operations.
Both displays can be operated with the
touch panel operation.
Example
Upper touch screen display (upper dis-
play)
Display Information, view monitor sys-
tem, navigation system (if so equipped).
“Upper touch screen display (upper
display)” (page 2-13)
“6. Navigation”
See the vehicle Owner’s Manual for
details of the view monitor system.
Lower touch screen display (lower dis-
play)
Provides touch screen controls for var-
ious vehicle features including the navi-
gation system (if so equipped), audio
system and the heater and air-condi-
tioner, etc.
“Lower touch screen display (lower
display)” (page 2-17)
Heater and air conditioner buttons
Allow you to control the heater and air
conditioner. For details, refer to the
vehicle Owner’s Manual.
Lower display menu buttons
Push

Unplayable file:
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.
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 manufacturer’s owner
information regarding the proper care of the
device.
Notes for iPod® use:
iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc., regis-
tered in the U.S. and other countries.
. 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®.
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3. Audio system
[Track]: Repeat track
No text displayed: Repeat off
Random mode
Touch [
] on the CD screen to change the
random mode.
No text displayed: Random off
[Random]: Random play
Ejecting CD:
Push <
>to eject a CD. If the CD is ejected
and left unremoved, it will be reloaded into
the slot for protection.
INFO:
The ignition switch must be placed in the
ACC or ON position in order for the CD to
eject.
CD Menu
Touch [CD Menu] on the CD screen to
display the CD menu screen.
The following items are available.
[Now Play-
ing] Touch to display the CD
screen. Folder* and
track list
The track list for the selected
folder is displayed. The name
of sub folder is displayed on
the top of the list if the sub
holder is included in the se-
lected folder.
Touch an item on the list to
select the folder or track.
Touch [
] and go back to
the previous screen.
*: Displayed only when available.
USB MEMORY DEVICE PLAYER
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 manufacturer’s owner
information regarding the proper use and
care of the device.
When compatible storage devices are
plugged into the port, compatible audio files
on the storage devices can be played
through the vehicle’s audio system.
For the location of the USB connection
ports:
“USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection
ports and AUX (auxiliary) input jack”
(page 2-8)
“USB connection ports” (page 2-9)
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[Folder]: Repeat folder/sub-folder
[Track]: Repeat track
Random mode
Touch [
] on the screen to change the
random mode as follows.
No text displayed: Random off
[Random]: Random play
USB Menu
Touch [USB Menu] on the USB screen to
display the USB Menu screen.
The following items are available.
[Now Play-
ing] Touch to display the USB
screen.
[Folder List]
* Touch to display the folder list.
Touch an item on the list to
select the folder.
The sub-folder or track list will
be displayed. Select a sub-
folder or track from the list.
[Album Art-
work] Touch to turn on/off the al-
bum artwork display on the
USB screen. [Playlists] Touch to display the list ac-
cording to the selected item.
[Artists]
[Albums]
[Songs]
[Genres]
[Compo-
sers]
*: Displayed only when available.
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.
Connect the iPod® to the USB connection
port.
“USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection
ports and AUX (auxiliary) input jack”
(page 2-8)
“USB connection ports” (page 2-9)
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 device and iOS, the
display on the iPod® shows an INFINITI or
Accessory Attached screen when the con-
nection is completed. When the iPod® is
connected to the vehicle, the iPod® music
library can only be operated by the vehicle
audio controls.
3. Audio system
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3. Audio system
MOBILE ENTERTAINMENT
SYSTEM (MES) (if so equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with the Mobile
Entertainment System (MES), rear seat
passengers can enjoy playing audio and
movie files on the rear displays with images
and sound.
Playable source:. USB device
. HDMI device
Only the compatible devices connected to
the rear media interface can be played on the
rear displays.
Rear media interface (USB connection port
and HDMI port) location:
“Rear media interface” (page 3-50)
The left/right rear displays can show differ-
ent sources individually.
WARNING
The driver must not attempt to operate
the Mobile Entertainment System while
driving so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation.
CAUTION
. Do not attempt to use the system in
extremely high or low temperature
conditions [below -4°F (-20°C) or
above 158°F (70°C)].
. To avoid draining the vehicle battery,
do not operate the system for more
than 15 minutes without starting the
engine.
PRECAUTIONS
Start the engine when using the Mobile
Entertainment System.
WARNING
The driver must not attempt to operate
the Mobile Entertainment System or
wear the headphones while the vehicle is
in motion so that full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
Park the vehicle in a safe location and
apply the parking brake to view the
images on the front touch screen display
with the Mobile Entertainment System.
CAUTION
.Only operate the Mobile Entertain-
ment System while the engine is
running. Operating the Mobile Enter-
tainment System for extended peri-
ods of time with the engine turned off
can discharge the vehicle battery.
. Do not allow the system to get wet.
Excessive moisture, such as spilled
liquids, may cause the system to
malfunction.
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4. Hands-Free Phone
BLUETOOTH® HANDS-FREE
PHONE SYSTEM
WARNING
.Use a phone after stopping your
vehicle in a safe location. If you have
to use a phone while driving, exercise
extreme caution at all times so full
attention may be given to vehicle
operation.
. If you find yourself unable to devote
full attention to vehicle operation
while talking on the phone, pull off
the road to a safe location and stop
your vehicle before doing so.
CAUTION
To avoid draining the vehicle battery, use
a phone only after starting the engine.
Your vehicle is equipped with Bluetooth®
Hands-Free Phone System. If you are an
owner of a compatible Bluetooth® enabled
cellular phone, you can set up the wireless
connection between your cellular phone and
the in-vehicle phone module. With Blue- tooth® wireless technology, you can make
or receive a telephone call with your cellular
phone in your pocket.
Once a cellular phone is connected to the in-
vehicle phone module, the procedures for
connecting the phone does not need to be
performed again. Your phone will automati-
cally re-connect to the in-vehicle phone
module when the ignition switch is placed
in the ACC or ON position with the selected
cellular phone turned on and carried in the
vehicle.
You can register up to 6 different Blue-
tooth® devices in the in-vehicle phone
module. However, you can talk on only one
cellular phone at a time.
The Voice Recognition System supports
phone and text message commands, so
dialing a phone number using your voice is
possible.“7. Voice recognition”
Before using the Bluetooth® Hands-Free
Phone System, refer to the following notes. . Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) and the Blue-
tooth® functions share the same fre-
quency band (2.4 GHz). Using the
Bluetooth® and the wireless LAN func-
tions at the same time may slow down or disconnect the communication and cause
undesired noise. It is recommended that
you turn off the wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) (if
so equipped) when using the Bluetooth®
functions.
. Set up the wireless connection between
a compatible cellular phone and the in-
vehicle phone module before using the
Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System.
. Some Bluetooth® enabled cellular
phones may not be recognized by the
in-vehicle phone module. Visit the web-
site below for a recommended phone list.
www.infinitiusa.com/bluetooth/
. When Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto
is active, Apple CarPlay® or Android
Auto will take the place of your Blue-
tooth® Hands-Free Phone functionality.
. You will not be able to use a hands-free
phone under the following conditions:
— Your vehicle is outside of the tele- phone service area.
— Your vehicle is in an area where it is difficult to receive radio waves; such
as in a tunnel, in an underground
parking garage, behind a tall building
or in a mountainous area.
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Answering call from a second person:
To answer the call from the second person
and place the first caller on hold, take one of
the following actions.. Push <
>on the steering wheel.
. Touch [Answer].
Rejecting call from a second person:
To reject a call from the second person and
continue the conversation with the first
caller, touch [Decline].
During a call with a second person:
To hang up the phone and return to the
conversation with the first caller, touch
[Hang up].
To switch between two calls on line, touch
[Switch Call].
HANDS-FREE TEXT MESSAGING
ASSISTANT
WARNING
. Use the text messaging feature after
parking your vehicle in a safe location.
If you have to use the feature while
driving, exercise extreme caution at
all times so full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
. Laws in some jurisdictions may re-
strict the use of “Text-to-Speech”.
Check local regulations before using
this feature.
. Laws in some jurisdictions may re-
strict the use of some of the applica-
tions and features, such as social
networking and texting. Check local
regulations for any requirements.
. If you are unable to devote full
attention to vehicle operation while
using the text messaging feature, pull
off the road to a safe location and
stop your vehicle.
CAUTION
This feature is disabled if the connected
device does not support it. See the
phone’s Owner’s Manual for details and
instructions.
The system allows for the sending and
receiving of text messages through the
vehicle interface.
The availability of the text message function
may vary depending on the cellular phone.
Receiving a message
When the cellular phone connected to the
vehicle receives a text message, a notifica-
tion will appear on the upper display and on
the vehicle information display with a tone.
4. Hands-Free Phone
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