USB port KIA NIRO EV 2020 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide

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Using the phone projection
function
When you connect an Android smartphone or iPhone to the
vehicle with a USB cable, you can run and control applications
on the phone through the widescreen using its user-friendly
interface.
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Do not adjust or set up any phone settings while driving. You may
lose your steering control which could cause an accident and
severe bodily injuries.
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Using an approved USB cable provided by your smartphone
manufacturer is recommended. Using unapproved USB cables
may cause a phone projection error or a system malfunction.
Pairing to an Android smartphone via
Android Auto
When you connect an Android smartphone to the vehicle with
Android Auto, you can run and control applications on the phone
through the widescreen using its user-friendly interface.
1 To use Android Auto, first check the following.
000EVisit the Android Auto website at https://www.android.
com/auto to check the list of countries, device types, and
models that support Android Auto.
000EDownload and install the Android Auto application from
Google Play Store. It is not possible to install Android Auto
in countries that do not support the feature.
2 On the All Menus screen, touch Setup
>
Device
Connections >
Android Auto and select the
Enable Android Auto checkbox.

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Using the Android Auto
1 On the All Menus screen, touch Android Auto.
2 Perform the desired function.
000ETo run the functions for phone, music, or navigation on
the smartphone, touch the corresponding app icon.
000ETo use the Google voice recognition, press and hold the
Voice Recognition button on the steering wheel.
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By pressing the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel, you
can run the media application on your smartphone as well as
the Radio/Media mode of the system.
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On the All Menus screen, touch Setup >
Advanced >

Steering Wheel MODE Button and then press the [ MODE]
button to set the functions to run.
> See “ Steering Wheel MODE
Button.”
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By pressing the Call button on the steering wheel, you can
make a call via Bluetooth connection.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model
and specifications.
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Select Use Split Screen at Android Auto screen to show
split screen when using Android Auto (if equipped).
3 Connect a smartphone to the USB port on the
vehicle by using the provided USB cable.
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When the connection is made for the first time, the system
screen displays a notification window. Check the details
and then touch OK.
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To end the Android Auto and disconnect from the
smartphone, remove the USB cable from the system.
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Do not repeatedly connect and remove the USB connector
within a short time. It may cause device errors or system
failures.
4 When the smartphone is locked, unlock it first and
then consent to the use of Android Auto.
When the smartphone is recognized successfully, the Android
Auto menu is activated on the All Menus screen.

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Pairing to an iPhone via Apple CarPlay
After you connect an iPhone to the vehicle with Apple CarPlay,
you can run and control applications on the phone through the
system screen.
1 To use Apple CarPlay, first check the following:
000EFor iPhone models that support Apple CarPlay, visit the
Apple website at https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay
.
000EMake sure Apple CarPlay and Siri are enabled in your
iPhone settings. If you do not see options for Apple
CarPlay or Siri, update to the latest iOS version.
2 On the All Menus screen, touch Setup
>
Device
Connections >
Apple CarPlay and then check
Enable Apple CarPlay.
0000A The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model
and specifications.
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Select Use Split Screen at Apple CarPlay screen to show
split screen when using Apple CarPlay (if equipped).
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When phone projection is active, you cannot change the
phone projection settings. To change the settings, remove the
USB cable from your system.
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The icons on the screen are subject to change according to
the policy of Google Corporation.
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Applications or functions used through Android Auto
are subject to change according to the policy of Google
Corporation. For supportable functions, visit the Android
website at https://www.android.com/auto.
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To use the functions on your smartphone with the minimized
system settings, update the smartphone OS to the latest
version.
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The recognition time may differ depending on the device
type, firmware, and OS version.
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Charges may apply for any mobile data used while Android
Auto is running.
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Some functions may not work properly depending on the
network signal strength.
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Avoid interacting with the smartphone while using Android
Auto.
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You cannot use the following functions when Android Auto is
in use.
000DUSB mode
000DBrowse function using the [TUNE/
FILE] knob
000DApple CarPlay

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Using the Apple CarPlay
1 On the All Menus screen, touch Apple CarPlay.
2 Perform the desired function.
000ETo run any of functions (phone, messaging, navigation,
etc.) on your iPhone, touch the corresponding function
icon.
000ETo run the Siri voice recognition, press and hold the Voice
Recognition button on the steering wheel.
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To display the system Home screen, touch
.
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By pressing the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel, you
can run the media application on your smartphone as well as
the Radio/Media mode of the system.
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On the All Menus screen, touch Setup >
Advanced >

Steering Wheel MODE Button and then press the [ MODE]
button to set the functions to run.
> See “ Steering Wheel MODE
Button.”
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When you receive a call, press the Call button on the steering
wheel to answer it.
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When phone projection is active, you cannot change the
phone projection settings. To change the settings, remove the
USB cable from your system.
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Applications or functions used through Apple CarPlay
are subject to change according to the policy of Apple
Corporation. For supportable functions, visit the Apple
Corporation website at http://www.apple.com/ios/carplay .
3 Connect an iPhone to the USB port on the vehicle
by using the provided USB cable.
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When the connection is made for the first time, the system
screen displays a notification window. Check the details
and then touch OK.
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To end the Apple CarPlay and disconnect from the iPhone,
remove the USB cable from the system.
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Do not repeatedly connect and remove the USB connector
within a short time. It may cause device errors or system
failures.
4 When the iPhone is locked, unlock it first and then
consent to the use of Apple CarPlay.
When the iPhone is recognized successfully, the Apple
CarPlay menu is activated on the All Menus screen.

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Using media
You can use the USB mode to play music files on a connected
mobile device, such as USB device and MP3 player. You can also
play Bluetooth music by connecting a Bluetooth device, which
supports a Bluetooth function.
Listening to music from a USB device
1 Connect a media device to play to the USB port on
the vehicle.
0000APlayback may start automatically depending on the media
type.
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For more information about supportable devices and file
types:
> see “USB mode.”
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The shapes and arrangement of the buttons and USB
ports may differ depending on the vehicle model and
specifications.
2 Perform any of the following methods:
000EOn the Home screen, touch the Radio/Media info widget.
000EOn the control panel, press the [
MEDIA] button.
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When multiple media are connected, press the [ MEDIA]
button once more and then press the desired media
source from the media selection window.
USB music screen
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a Returns to the previous step.
b Moves to the file list screen.
c Displays the sequence number of the current file and the total
number of files for playback.
d Displays the information of the current music. Touch the artist
or album info of the current song to go to list of songs by the
artist or from the album.
e Used to change the repeat playback mode.
f Used to turn on or off the random playback mode.

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\334Caution
000EBe sure to start the vehicle before connecting a USB device.
When you start the vehicle after connecting a USB device, the
USB device may get damaged.
000EBe careful of static electricity when connecting or removing a
USB device. It may cause a system failure.
000EBe careful and avoid your body or any object coming into
contact with the USB port on the vehicle. It may cause an
accident or system failures.
000EDo not repeatedly connect and remove the USB connector
within a short time. It may cause device errors or system
failures.
000EDo not use a USB device for purposes other than playback.
When you connect a USB for charging or heating, the system
performance may decrease or it may cause system failures.
USB music list screen
You can search and play the desired music from the list by
touching
List on the USB music playback screen.
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a Returns to the previous step.
b Moves to the upper folder or category.
c Play all songs in this category.
d Can see music files for each category.
e Set to play media files in all sub-folders included in the current
playlist (if equipped).
f The list of menu items appears.
000EMedia Sources: Opens the media selection window.
000ENow Playing: You can return to the folder of the playing
file while searching in the list.
000ESplit Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
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The sound effect settings button may appear on the screen
depending on the amp specifications.

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Listening to music via Bluetooth
To use a Bluetooth device for audio playback, connect a device
that supports Bluetooth communication such as mobile phone
and MP3 player.
For more information about Bluetooth connection:
> see “Connecting a Bluetooth device.”
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The controls or display screens may differ depending on the
connected Bluetooth device, phone model, and music player
application.
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The streaming may not be supported in some music player
applications.
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Some functions may not be available depending on the
connected Bluetooth device or phone model.
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When a media device or mobile phone is connected by both
the Bluetooth and USB cable at the same time, the device
or system may not work properly. To use the Bluetooth
connection, remove all cables from the device.
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When connecting a USB storage, do not use a separate
extension cable and directly connect to the USB port. When
you connect a USB storage via a USB hub or extension cable,
the device may not be recognized.
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Push the USB connector fully into the USB port. When the
connector is not fully inserted, a communication problem
may occur.
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Noise may occur when removing a USB device from the
system.
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You can play only the files that have been encoded in the
standard format.
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The following USB devices may not be recognized or may not
work properly.
000DEncrypted MP3 players
000DUSB devices that are not recognized as removable disks
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USB devices may not be recognized depending on the device
status.
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Some USB devices may not be supported due to compatibility
issues.
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USB device recognition may take longer than usual depending
on the device type, capacity, and file formats on the device.
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Some devices may not be charged through USB connection. It
depends on the USB specifications.
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You can hide files only in the USB device formatted in exFAT/
NTFS/FAT16/32. The hidden files can be found in the “Hidden_”
folder.

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Searching for gas stations
You can search nearby gas stations.
1 On the Navigation Menu screen, touch Gas
Stations.
0000AAvailable icons and their arrangement may differ
depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Importing/exporting the address book
(if equipped)
You can import location data from a USB device to the system, or
export the data on the system to a USB device.
0000AWhen importing or exporting the location data, you can uses
only the USB device formatted in exFAT, FAT16/32, or NTFS.
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The previous location data on the system is deleted after an
import.
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While importing from a navigation system that uses a
different coordinate system, the locations may appear
differently.

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Split Screen (if equipped)
You can specify the items to display on the Split Screen.
0000AThe screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and
specifications.
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This option is only available when the display supports Split
Screen.
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On the screen list, touch
on the right and drag the item to
reposition.
My Data
You can import location data from a USB device to the system, or
export the data on the system to a USB device.
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When importing or exporting the location data, you can use
only the USB device formatted in exFAT, FAT16/32, or NTFS.
Import Address Book from USB Device
You can import the location data on a USB device to the system.
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The previous location data on the system is to be deleted.
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While importing from a navigation system that uses a
different coordinate system, the locations may appear
differently.
Export Address Book to USB Device
You can export the location data on the system to a USB device.
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The location data on the USB device is deleted.
Extend Rear Camera Use (if equipped)
You can set to display the rear camera display even when you
change the shift position other than “R” (Reverse) after reversing.
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When you shift to "P" (Park) or drive at a predetermined
speed or faster, the rear view display disappears to display the
previous screen.

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GPS Information
You can see the GPS satellite status and coordinates of the
current position.
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The following information appears:
a Can see the reception status of the satellite signals.
000EReceiving: Satellite signals are being received and the
current position is recognized.
000ESearching: The system is scanning the satellite signals.
b Can see the current location.
Reset
You can initialize all the settings of the navigation system.
Fuel Price Information (if equipped)
When displaying gas stations or LPG charging stations on the
map, the fuel prices below a specific range can be displayed.
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Select Display Fuel Price Info on Map to view recommended
fuel prices based on the prices offered in the area.
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Fuel prices on the map may differ from actual ones.
User Data
You can import location data from a USB device to the system, or
export the data on the system to a USB device.
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When importing or exporting the location data, you can uses
only the USB device formatted in exFAT, FAT16/32, or NTFS.
000EImport Address Book from USB Device: You can import the
location data on a USB device to the system.
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The previous location data on the system is to be deleted.
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While importing from a navigation system that uses a
different coordinate system, the locations may appear
differently.
000EExport Address Book to USB Device: You can export the
location data on the system to a USB device.
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The location data on the USB device is deleted.