phone KIA NIRO 2017 Owner's Manual

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Information on status icons
Icons showing audio status are shown in the upper-right
corner of the screen.
IconDescription
MuteMute engaged
BatteryRemaining battery life of a connectedBluetooth®Wireless Technology device
Handsfree +
Audio streaming connectionBluetooth®Wireless Technology Handsfree
call and audio streaming available
Handsfree
connectionBluetooth®Wireless Technology Handsfree
call available
Bluetooth®
Wireless
Technology
audio streamingBluetooth®Wireless Technology audio
streaming available
Downloading contactsDownloading contacts through Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology wireless communications
Downloading call historyDownloading call history through Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology wireless communications
Line busyPhone call in progress
Mute micMic muted during a call
(caller cannot hear your voice)
Phone signal strengthDisplay the phone signal strength for a cell
phone connected by Bluetooth®Wireless
Technology

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(Continued)
• Use of aftermarket USB hubs and
extension cables can result in the
vehicle’s audio system failing to rec-
ognize your USB device. Connect
the USB device directly to the mul-
timedia port of your vehicle.
• When using high-capacity USB devices with logical drive divi-
sions, only files saved on the high-
est level logical drive can be
played.
If applications are loaded on a
USB drive, file playback may fail.
• Some MP3 players, cell phones, digital cameras, etc. (USB devices
that are not recognized as mobile
storage) may not operate normally
when connected.
• USB charging may not be sup- ported by some mobile devices.
• Operation is guaranteed only for standard (Metal Cover Type) USB
Memory drives.
• Operation of HDD, CF, SD and memory stick devices is not guar-
anteed. (Continued)(Continued)
• DRM (Digital Rights Management)
files cannot be played.
• SD-type USB memory, CF-type USB memory, and other USB
memory devices that require
adapters for connection are not
supported.
• Proper operation of USB HDDs or USB drives with connectors that
loosen due to vehicle vibrations is
not guaranteed. (iStick, etc.)
• USB products that are used as key chains or
cell phone accessories
may damage the USB
jack and affect proper
file playback. Please refrain from
use. Use only products with plug
connectors, as shown in the follow-
ing illustration.
• When MP3 devices or cell phones are connected simultaneously
through AUX, BT Audio and USB
modes, a popping noise or mal-
function may occur.

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✽
✽
NOTICE
The repeat folder function is avail-
able only when songs are playing
from the [File] category under
[List].
Shuffle play
Select [Shuffle] to enable/disable
‘Shuffle’, ‘Shuffle folder’ or ‘Shuffle
category’ play.
Shuffle: Songs are played in
random order.
Shuffle folder: Songs within the current folder are played in ran-
dom order.
Shuffle category: Songs within the current category are played in
random order. Menu
Select [Menu], and select the desired
function.
Save to My Music: Songs on your
USB device can be saved to My
Music.
(1) File: Select a file to save
.
(2) Mark All: Select all files.
(3) Unmark All: Deselect all files.
(4) Save: Save the selected files.
- Select the files you want to save, and select [Save]. This saves the
selected files to My Music.
- If Siri is activated, phone calls are received or made while sav-
ing, saving will be canceled.
- Up to 6,000 files can be saved. - The currently playing file on the
USB device cannot be changed
while saving.
- My Music cannot be used while saving.
- Up to 700 MB can be saved.
Information: Detailed information on the currently playing song is dis-
played.
Sound Settings: Audio sound set- tings can be changed.

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✽
✽NOTICE - Using the iPod®
Devices
• To use the audio system’s iPod®
control function, use the dedicated
cable provided with your iPod®.
• Connecting the iPod®to the vehi-
cle during play may result in a
loud noise that lasts about one to
two seconds. Connect the iPod
®to
the vehicle after stopping or paus-
ing play.
• Connect the iPod
®with the vehicle
in the ACC ON state to begin
charging.
• When connecting the iPod
®cable,
be sure to fully push the cable into
the port.
• When EQ effects are enabled simultaneously on external
devices, such as iPod
®s and the
audio system, the EQ effects may
overlap, causing sound quality
deterioration or distortion.
Deactivate the EQ function for all
external devices, if possible.
• Noise may occur when your iPod
®
or the AUX port is connected.
Disconnect and store separately
when not in use. (Continued)(Continued)
• There may be noise if the audio
system is used with an iPod
®or
AUX external device connected to
the power jack. In these cases, dis-
connect the iPod
®or external
device from the power jack.
• Play may be interrupted, or device malfunctions may occur depend-
ing on the characteristics of your
iPod
®/iPhone®.
• Play may fail if your iPhone®is
connected through both
Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology
and USB. In this case, select Dock
connector or Bluetooth
®Wireless
Technology on your iPhone®to
change the sound output settings.
• If your software version does not support the communication proto-
col or your iPod
®is not recognized
due to device failure, anomalies or
defects, iPod
®mode cannot be
used.
• iPod
®nano (5th generation)
devices may not be recognized if
the battery is low. Charge suffi-
ciently before use. (Continued)(Continued)
• The search and song play order in
the iPod
®device may be different
from the search order in the audio
system.
• If the iPod
®has failed due to an
internal defect, please reset the
iPod
®(consult your iPod®manual).
• Depending on the software ver- sion, the iPod
®may fail to sync
with the system. If the media is
removed or disconnected before
recognition, the previous mode
may not be restored (iPad
®cannot
be charged).
• Cables other than the 1-meter cable provided with iPod
®/iPhone®
products may not be recognized.
• When other music apps are used on your iPod
®, the system sync
function may fail due to malfunc-
tion of the iPod
®application.

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✽
✽
NOTICE - Using Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology
Audio
•Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
Audio mode can only be used if a
Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology-
enabled phone is connected. Only
devices that support Bluetooth
®
Wireless Technology audio can be
used.
• If the Bluetooth
®Wireless
Technology-enabled phone is dis-
connected during play, the music
stops.
• When the TRACK UP/DOWN but- tons are used during Bluetooth
®
Wireless Technology audio stream-
ing, a popping noise or sound inter-
ruptions may occur, depending on
the cell phone device.
• Depending on the cell phone model, the audio streaming func-
tion may not be supported.
• If a phone call is made or received when music is playing in
Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology
Audio mode, the call may mix with
the music. (Continued)(Continued)
• When returning to Bluetooth
®
Wireless Technology Audio mode
after ending a call, play might not
resume automatically for some cell
phone models.
• Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology
Handsfree is a feature that enables
drivers to practice safe driving.
Connecting the car audio system
with a Bluetooth
®Wireless
Technology phone allows the user
to conveniently make calls, receive
calls, and manage the phone book.
Before using the Bluetooth
®
Wireless Technology, carefully
read the contents of this user’s
manual.
• Excessive use or operations while driving may lead to negligent driv-
ing practices and be the cause of
accidents.
• Do not operate the device exces- sively while driving.
• Viewing the screen for prolonged periods of time is dangerous and
may lead to accidents.
• When driving, view the screen only for short periods of time.
WARNING
Driving while distracted can
result in a loss of vehicle con-
trol that may lead to an acci-
dent, severe personal injury,
and death. The driver’s primary
responsibility is in the safe and
legal operation of a vehicle, and
use of any handheld devices,
other equipment, or vehicle sys-
tems which take the driver’s
eyes, attention and focus away
from the safe operation of a
vehicle or which are not permis-
sible by law should never be
used during operation of the
vehicle.

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Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
(BT) Audio
(1) Repeat
Enable/disable repeat.
(2) Shuffle
Enable/disable shuffle play.
(3) Menu
Navigate to the menu screen.
(4) Play/Pause
Pause or play music.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
• Some cell phone models may not
support particular functions.
• Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology
audio volume is synced with cell
phone media volume.
Playback
Press the [MEDIA] button, and
select [BT Audio].
Changing songs
Press the [SEEK/TRACK] button
to play the previous or next song.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
Some cell phones may not support
this function.
Repeat play
Select [Repeat] to enable or disable
‘Repeat all’, ‘Repeat current song’ or
‘Repeat category’.
Repeat all: All songs in the
playlist are repeated.
Repeat current song: The cur- rently playing song is repeated.
Repeat category: Repeat all songs in the current category.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
The repeat play function is engaged,
depending on the operation of the
connected Bluetooth
®Wireless
Technology device.
Shuffle play
Select [Shuffle] to enable/disable
‘Shuffle’, ‘Shuffle category’ play.
Shuffle: Songs are played in
random order.
Shuffle category: Songs within the current category are played in
random order.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
The shuffle function is engaged,
depending on the operation of the
connected Bluetooth
®Wireless
Technology device.

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Menu
Select [Menu], and select the desired
function.
Delete Files: You can delete files
from My Music.
(1) File: Select saved file.
(2) Mark All: Select all Files.
(3) Unmark All: Deselect all files.
(4) Delete: Delete the selected file(s). - Select the file to delete, thenselect [Delete] to delete it.
- If Siri is activated, phone calls are received or made during
delete, delete will be canceled. Add to Playlist: Frequently played
songs can be paired in a [Playlist].
- Songs can be played from the[Playlist].
Information: Detailed info on the currently playing song is displayed.
Sound Settings: Audio sound set- tings can be changed.
Delete from Playlist
When a song in the playlist is play-
ing, select [Menu] and select [Delete
from Playlist].
Select the song to delete, then select
[Delete].

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Phone
✽
✽NOTICE - Using
Bluetooth®Wireless
Technology Phone
• Bluetooth®Wireless Technology is
a near-field wireless networking
technology that uses the 2.4 GHz
frequency to connect various
devices within a certain distance
wirelessly.
• The technology is used in PCs, peripherals, Bluetooth
®Wireless
Technology phones, tablet PCs,
household appliances and automo-
biles. Devices supporting Bluetooth
®
Wireless Technology can exchange
data at high speeds without physical
cable connections.
• Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology
Handsfree devices enable conven-
ient access to phone functions
through cell phones equipped with
Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology.
• Some Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
devices may not be supported by
the Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology
Handsfree function. (Continued)(Continued)
• When
Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology
is connected and calls are attempted
through a connected cell phone from
outside the vehicle, the call is connected
through the Bluetooth
®Wireless
Technology Handsfree function of the
vehicle.
• Please be sure to disconnect the Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology
Handsfree function through your
Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology
device or the audio screen.
• The Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology
Handsfree function helps drivers to
drive safely. By connecting a
Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology-
enabled phone to the vehicle’s
audio system, phone calls can be
made and received through the
audio system and contacts can be
managed. Consult the user manual
before use.
• Excessive manipulation of con- trols while driving, making it diffi-
cult to pay attention to the road
ahead, can lead to accidents. Do
not operate the device excessively
while driving. (Continued)(Continued)
• Looking at the screen for a pro-
longed time increases the risk of
accidents. Keep time spent looking
at the screen to a minimum.

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Precautions when connecting Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology devices
The vehicle supports the following
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
functions. Some
Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology devices may
not support some functions.
1)
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
Handsfree phone calls
2) Operations during a call (Private, Switch, Out Vol. controls)
3) Download call history saved to the
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
device
4) Download contacts saved to the
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
device
5) Automatic contacts/call history download when
Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology is connected
6) Automatic
Bluetooth®Wireless
Technology device connection
when the vehicle is started
7)
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
audio streaming playback
Before connecting the audio sys- tem to your device, make sure your
device supports
Bluetooth®Wireless
Technology. Even if your device supports
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology, a
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
connection cannot be established
if the device’s
Bluetooth®Wireless
Technology function is switched off.
Search and connect with the
Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology function enabled.
Pair or connect
Bluetooth®Wireless
Technology devices to the audio
system with the vehicle at a standstill.
If a
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
connection is lost due to abnormal
conditions while a
Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology device is connect-
ed (communication range exceed-
ed, device power OFF, communi-
cation errors, etc.), the disconnect-
ed
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
device is searched for and auto-
matically reconnected.
If you want to disable the
Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology device auto-
connect function, turn the
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
function OFF on your device.
Consult the user manuals for indi-
vidual devices to see whether
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology is
supported. Handsfree call quality and volume
may vary depending on the type of
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
device.
Some
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
devices are subject to intermittent
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
connection failures. In this case,
use the following method.
1) Turn the
Bluetooth®Wireless
Technology function off on your
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
device ➟Turn it on and try again.
2) Delete the paired device from both the audio system and
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
device, then pair again.
3) Power down your
Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology device ➟
Turn it on and try again.
4) Completely remove the battery from your
Bluetooth®Wireless
Technology device; reinsert it,
reboot, and attempt connection.
5) Restart the vehicle and reat- tempt connection.

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Pairing a Bluetooth®Wireless
Technology device
Information on pairing Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology devices
Pairing refers to the process of pair-
ing
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
cell phones or devices with the
system prior to connection. This is
a necessary procedure for
Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology connection
and usage.
Up to five devices can be paired.
Pairing the first Bluetooth
®Wireless
Technology device
Press the [PHONE] button on the
audio system or the [CALL] button
on the steering wheel remote control
➟ Search for the vehicle from the
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
device, and pair ➟ Enter the passkey
on the
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
device or approve passkey ➟
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology pair-
ing completed. 1. When the [PHONE]
button on the
audio or the [CALL] button on the
steering wheel remote control is
pressed, the following screen is dis-
played. Devices can now be paired.
(1) Vehicle Name: Searched name in
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
device
.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
The vehicle name in the image above
is an example. Refer to your device
for the actual name of your device.
2. Search for available Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology devices in
the
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
menu of your
Bluetooth®Wireless
Technology device (cell phone,
etc.).
3. Confirm that the vehicle name in your
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
device matches the vehicle name
shown on the audio screen, then
select it.
4-1. For devices that require passkey entry, a passkey entry screen is
shown on your
Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology device.
- Enter the passkey ‘0000’, in your
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
device.