audio INFINITI QX80 2022 User Guide

2. Getting started
SYSTEM SETTINGS
The system settings can be changed for personal convenience.
SETTINGS MENU
Touch [Settings] on the Launch Bar and touch a setting item you wish to adjust.
If [Settings] is not displayed on the Launch Bar on the screen currently displayed, push

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Setting itemResult
[System Updates] [Version Information] Displays the information of the Software Version, Map Version (if so equipped),
etc.
[Software Update] The system software can be updated.
“Updating system software” (page 5-4)
[Map Update] The map data can be updated.
“How to update map data” (page 6-45)
[Apps] [Smartphone Connection] Displays the connection settings screen.
“Connections settings” (page 2-17)
[Notifications] Displays the swipe-down notification settings screen.
“Swipe-down notifications” (page 2-11)
[Edit User] A maximum of four Intelligent Keys can be registered to store settings for three profiled users and one guest. One user setting information can be stored per
Intelligent Key. Each time the ignition switch is placed in the OFF position, the
personal settings such as navigation (if so equipped), audio, etc. at that point will
be memorized with the Intelligent Key. When the system is turned on while
carrying the same Intelligent Key, the memorized setting will be applied.
“Log-in screen” (page 2-9)
[User Profiles] Registers/edits user information and copy/delete user settings.
[Sync Profile with Intelligent Key] Turns on/off the function that synchronizes the registered profile with the Intelligent Key. When this item is turned off, the user will be logged in as a guest.
[Welcome Message] Sets the welcome message on/off.
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INFO:
. The system software and map update (if so equipped) menus can also be accessed from [System Information] on the information screen.
“Information menu” (page 5-2)
. Do not change the position of the ignition switch while changing the language.
. Models with navigation system:
If the language is not set to the standard language of the current vehicle position, the route guidance, the Voice Recognition System, etc.
for map operation may not be available.
CONNECTIONS SETTINGS
Changing the settings and viewing informa-
tion of connected devices, Wi-Fi (if so
equipped) and USB are available on the
Connections screen.
Setting devices
Settings of the devices connected via Blue-
tooth®, USB or Wi-Fi (if so equipped), such
as smartphones used for Hands-Free Phone,
Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto, etc., can be
changed.
The information of the devices can also be
confirmed.
“Apple CarPlay®” (page 5-17)“Android AutoTM” (page 5-21)
“USB memory device, iPod® or Blue-
tooth® audio operation” (page 3-15)
“Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone Sys-
tem” (page 4-2) Connecting cellular phone/audio device:
Example
To use the Bluetooth® device with the in-
vehicle system for the first time, the device
connection operation is required.
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INFO:
. The paired device will be added to the list
on the Devices screen.
. Touching the name of the other device
on the list will switch the connected
device.
. Touching [
] will allow the device to
activate/deactivate Apple CarPlay®.
This icon is displayed if the device is
compatible with Apple CarPlay®.
. Touching [
] will allow the device to
activate/deactivate Android Auto. This
icon is displayed if the device is compa-
tible with Android Auto.
. Touching [
] will allow the device to be
connected via Bluetooth® and be used
on the Hands-Free Phone System.
. You can set a favorite hands-free phone.
The [
] by the phone device name
selected as a favorite will be marked
with “$”.
“Bluetooth® settings” (page 2-18)
. Touching [
] will allow the device to be
connected via Bluetooth® and be used
for Bluetooth® audio. .
You can set a favorite Bluetooth® audio
device. The [
] by the audio device name
selected as a favorite will be marked with
“$”.
“Bluetooth® settings” (page 2-18)
. Touching [
] will display the information
of the device.
“Bluetooth® settings” (page 2-18)
. Up to 6 Bluetooth® devices can be
connected. If 6 devices are already
connected, one of the devices must be
deleted before connecting another de-
vice.
. The pairing procedure varies according
to each device. See the device Owner’s
Manual for the details.
. Regarding recommended Bluetooth®
devices, contact an INFINITI retailer or
visit www.infinitiusa.com/bluetooth/.
Bluetooth® settings:
The Bluetooth® settings can be changed
according to your preference.
1. Push

[Favorite Audio] A Bluetooth® device canbe registered as a favorite
audio device.
If the Bluetooth® audio
device is within the range
with Bluetooth® turned
on, the device registered
as favorite will automati-
cally be connected to the
in-vehicle system with
priority upon the system
activation.
Favorite audio device is
marked with “$” in the
device list.
[Device Name] The device name can be changed.
[PIN] The PIN code can be changed.
INFO:
With [Device Name], the device name that
appears on the screen can be changed and
be renamed from the name set as default to
the preferred name (such as “Steve’s Car” for
example). Device information:
You can display the information of the
devices connected to the vehicle.
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Audio operation precautions ......................................... 3-2Radio ........................................................................\
....... 3-2
USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection port ........ 3-3
Compressed audio files (MP3/WMA/AAC) ....... 3-5
Bluetooth® audio ........................................................ 3-8
Audio operations .............................................................. 3-8 Audio main operation ................................................ 3-8
Radio ........................................................................\
....... 3-9 USB memory device, iPod® and Bluetooth®
audio player .............................................................. 3-14
Smartphone audio ................................................... 3-17
Audio settings ................................................................. 3-18 Audio adjustments with audio adjust bar (if
so equipped) ............................................................. 3-18
USB memory device care and cleaning ................... 3-19
USB memory device ............................................... 3-19

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AUDIO OPERATION PRECAU-
TIONS
CAUTION
.Operate the audio system only when
the vehicle engine is running. Operat-
ing the audio system for extended
periods 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 mal-
function.
RADIO
Place the ignition switch in the ACC or ON
position before turning on the radio. If you
listen to the radio with the engine not
running, the ignition switch should be placed
in the ACC position.
Radio reception is affected by station signal
strength, distance from radio transmitter,
buildings, bridges, mountains and other
external influences. Intermittent changes in
reception quality normally are caused by
these external influences. Using a cellular phone in or near the vehicle
may influence radio reception quality.
Radio reception
Your radio system is equipped with state-of-
the-art electronic circuits to enhance radio
reception. These circuits are designed to
extend reception range, and to enhance the
quality of that reception.
However there are some general character-
istics of both AM and FM radio signals that
can affect radio reception quality in a
moving vehicle, even when the finest equip-
ment is used. These characteristics are
completely normal in a given reception area,
and do not indicate any malfunction in your
radio system.
Reception conditions will constantly change
because of vehicle movement. Buildings,
terrain, signal distance and interference
from other vehicles can work against ideal
reception. Described below are some of the
factors that can affect your radio reception.
Some cellular phones or other devices may
cause interference or a buzzing noise to
come from the audio system speakers.
Storing the device in a different location
may reduce or eliminate the noise.
FM radio reception
Range: the FM range is normally limited to
25 to 30 miles (40 to 48 km), with monaural
(single station) FM having slightly more
range than stereo FM. External influences
may sometimes interfere with FM station
reception even if the FM station is within 25
miles (40 km). The strength of the FM signal
is directly related to the distance between
the transmitter and receiver. FM signals
follow a line-of-sight path, exhibiting many
of the same characteristics as light. For
example, they will reflect off objects.
Fade and drift: As your vehicle moves away
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from a station transmitter, the signals will
tend to fade and/or drift.
Static and flutter: During signal interference
from buildings, large hills or due to antenna
position, usually in conjunction with in-
creased distance from the station transmit-
ter, static or flutter can be heard. This can be
reduced by lowering the treble setting to
reduce the treble response.
Multipath reception: Because of the reflec-
tive characteristics of FM signals, direct and
reflected signals reach the receiver at the
same time. The signals may cancel each
other, resulting in momentary flutter or loss
of sound.
AM radio reception
AM signals, because of their low frequency,
can bend around objects and skip along the
ground. In addition, the signals can bounce
off the ionosphere and be bent back to
earth. Because of these characteristics, AM
signals are also subject to interference as
they travel from transmitter to receiver.
Fading: Occurs while the vehicle is passing
through freeway underpasses or in areas
with many tall buildings. It can also occur for
several seconds during ionospheric turbu-
lence even in areas where no obstacles exist.Static: Caused by thunderstorms, electrical
power lines, electric signs and even traffic
lights.
HD RadioTMTechnology reception
HD Radio Technology reception needs to be
activated to receive HD Radio broadcasts.
“Radio Menu” (page 3-12)
This enables you to receive radio broadcasts
digitally (where available), providing a better
quality sound with clear reception. When
this feature is not activated or HD Radio
broadcasts are not available, you will receive
analog radio (AM/FM) broadcasts.
Satellite radio reception
When the satellite radio is used for the first
time or the battery has been replaced, the
satellite radio may not work properly. This is
not a malfunction. Wait more than 10
minutes with the satellite radio ON and the
vehicle outside of any metal or large building
for the satellite radio to receive all of the
necessary data.
SiriusXM® services require a subscription
after trial period and are sold separately or
as a package. The satellite service is avail-
able only in the 48 contiguous USA and DC.
SiriusXM® satellite service is also available in Canada; see www.siriusxm.ca.
The satellite radio performance may be
affected if cargo carried on the roof blocks
the satellite radio signal.
If possible, do not put cargo near the
satellite antenna.
A buildup of ice on the satellite radio
antenna can affect satellite radio perfor-
mance. Remove the ice to restore satellite
radio reception.
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. Depending on
the USB connection port, inserting
the USB device tilted or upside down
may damage the port. Make sure that
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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®.
Compatibility: . iPhone® 12 Pro Max
. iPhone® 12 Pro
. iPhone® 12
. iPhone® 12 mini
. iPhone® SE (2nd generation)
. iPhone® 11 Pro Max
. iPhone® 11 Pro
. iPhone® 11 .
iPhone® XS Max
. iPhone® XS
. iPhone® XR
. iPhone® X
. iPhone® 8 Plus
. iPhone® 8
. iPhone® 7 Plus
. iPhone® 7
. iPhone® SE
. iPhone® 6s Plus
. iPhone® 6s
. iPhone® 6 Plus
. iPhone® 6
. iPhone® 5s
. iPhone® 5c
. iPhone® 5
. iPod touch® (7th generation)
. iPod touch® (6th generation)
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INFO:
. Make sure that iOS is updated.
. Refer to your device manufacturer’s
owner information regarding the proper
use and care of the device.
COMPRESSED AUDIO FILES
(MP3/WMA/AAC)
Explanation of terms
.MP3 — MP3 is short for Moving Pictures
Experts Group Audio Layer 3. MP3 is the
most well-known compressed digital
audio file format. This format allows for
near “CD quality” sound, but at a fraction
of the size of normal audio files. MP3
conversion of an audio track can reduce
the file size by approximately a 10:1 ratio
(Sampling: 44.1 kHz, Bit rate: 128 kbps)
with virtually no perceptible loss in
quality. The compression reduces certain
parts of sound that seem inaudible to
most people.
. WMA — Windows Media Audio (WMA)
is a compressed audio format created by
Microsoft as an alternative to MP3. The
WMA codec offers greater file compres-
sion than the MP3 codec, enabling storage of more digital audio tracks in
the same amount of space when com-
pared to MP3s at the same level of
quality.
This product is protected by certain
intellectual property rights of Microsoft
Corporation and third parties. Use or
distribution of such technology outside
of this product is prohibited without a
license from Microsoft or an authorized
Microsoft subsidiary and third parties.
. Bit rate — Bit rate denotes the number of
bits per second used by a digital music
file. The size and quality of a compressed
digital audio file is determined by the bit
rate used when encoding the file.
. Sampling frequency — Sampling fre-
quency is the rate at which the samples
of a signal are converted from analog to
digital (A/D conversion) per second.
. Multisession — Multisession is one of the
methods for writing data to media.
Writing data once to the media is called
a single session, and writing more than
once is called a multisession.
. ID3/WMA tag — The ID3/WMA tag is
the part of the encoded MP3 or WMA
file that contains information about the digital music file such as song title, artist,
album title, encoding bit rate, track time
duration, etc. ID3 tag information is
displayed on the Album/Artist/Track
title line on the display.
. AAC — Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) is
a compressed audio format. AAC offers
greater file compression than MP3 and
enables music file creation and storage
at the same quality as MP3.
* Windows® and Windows Media® are
registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States
of America and/or other countries.
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