sound KIA NIRO EV 2023 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide

Useful functions
Using the First Run Setup
Using the phone projection function
Viewing the driving assistance screen Using the climate control function
Using the rear-seat climate control function Using the rear-seat conversation mode Using the rear-seat view
Using the rear-seat quiet mode Using the sound mood lamp Playing Sounds of Nature
Using the HD Radio™ Data
Viewing the driving information Viewing notifications
Using the Valet mode
Using the Electric Vehicle menu
Using the Electric Vehicle menu (Type1/ Type2)
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Using the Android Auto
1 On the All Menus screen, press Android Auto.
2 Perform the desired function.
To run the functions for phone, music, or navigation on the smartphone, p\
ress the
corresponding app icon.

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When you are using your smartphone′s navigation via phone projection, sounds
from both the system′s radio/media function and the navigation will be output
through your vehicle′s speakers. When you use the Volume knob while both
sounds are being output, the navigation volume is adjusted first.
To 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 App on
your smartphone as well as the Radio/Media mode of the system.

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To specify which functions to run when the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel is
pressed, press and hold the [ MODE] button to display the settings screen.

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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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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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Apps 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 setting\
s, 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.

USB mode

Apple CarPlay

Searches using the control panel or the steering wheel remote control

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Using the Apple CarPlay
1 On the All Menus screen, press Apple CarPlay.
2 Perform the desired function.
To run any of functions (phone, messaging, navigation, etc.) on your iP\
hone, press the
corresponding function icon.

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When you are using your smartphone′s navigation via phone projection, sounds
from both the system′s radio/media function and the navigation will be output
through your vehicle′s speakers. When you use the Volume knob while both
sounds are being output, the navigation volume is adjusted first.
To run the Siri 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 App on
your smartphone as well as the Radio/Media mode of the system.

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To specify which functions to run when the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel is
pressed, press and hold the [ MODE] button to display the settings screen.

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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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Apps 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 .

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To use the functions on your smartphone with the minimized system setting\
s, 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 Apple CarPlay 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 Apple CarPlay.

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You cannot use the following functions when Apple CarPlay is in use.

Bluetooth phone

USB mode

Android Auto

Browsing using the Search knob on the control panel (if equipped)

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a a VIEW icon
 (Home icon): Displays the Home screen.
 (Rear view icon): Press the icon to display the desired view.
 (Settings icon): Used to adjust the brightness and contrast of camera images.

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To select the information to display on the screen, press Display Contents (if
equipped).
b b Parking Distance Warning or Split Screen (if equipped)
Parking Distance Warning: Provides a visual warning in color and an audible
warning according to the level of collision risk, based on the distance from an
ambient obstacle.
Split Screen: The split screen appears.

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Available settings may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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You can set to display the rear camera display even when you change the shift position
other than "R" (Reverse) after reversing. To change rear camera operation settings, On
the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Display >
Camera Settings >
Display Contents >

Extended Rear View Monitor (if equipped).

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Noting the parking assist guide lines based on the steering, you can see the moving
direction.
AA warning sound is heard when the vehicle approaches obstacles while parking. When
you set to automatically lower the audio volume while parking, it can prevent accidents
caused by failure to hear the warning sound. On the All Menus screen, press Setup >

Sound >
Driver Assistance >
Parking Safety Priority.

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When you press the [
] button with the shift position in "P" (Park), you can see the rear
view (if equipped).

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Using the sound mood lamp (if equipped)
You can set to implement various lighting effects by synchronizing with the playing music.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Sound Mood Lamp.
2 Select and then change the settings.
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Can turn on or off the sound mood lamp.
c c Can select various color themes. Based on the selected color theme, the \
interior
lighting changes its colors in various patterns.
d d Can select the color of the light. The selected lighting color changes i\
nto a soft glow
effect.
e e Can synchronize the light with the playing music.
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After checking Music+, music is not played back or the light does not illuminate
when muted.
f f Can adjust the brightness of the light.
g g The list of menu items appears.
Display Off
: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or
briefly press the power button.
 Reset: Can reset all the settings of the sound mood lamp.
User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to
the online user manual for the system.
Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.

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You cannot manipulate the sound mood lamp while driving.

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When a door is opened, the light automatically turns off.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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Playing Sounds of Nature
Listen to the calming sound of rain, waves, and more to relax while driving by turning on a
Sounds of Nature.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Media >
Sounds of Nature.
2 Select from the Sounds of Nature list to play.
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Select and play Sounds of Nature.
c c Play the previous sound.
d d Stop or play playback.
e e Play the next sound.
f f You can check the playback status of Sound of Nature.
g g Select and play Sounds of Nature.
h h The list of menu items appears.
 Display Off
: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or
briefly press the power button.
 Media Sources: Open the Radio/Media selection window.
Sound Settings: Displays the system sound settings screen.
User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to
the online user manual for the system.
Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.

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Playing Sounds of Nature will mute or pause other sound effects and music that may be
active at the moment.

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Incoming or outgoing calls will pause Sounds of Nature playback.

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The sound effect settings button may appear on the screen depending on the amp
specifications.

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3 On the Range screen, check the drivable distance and nearby charging
stations.
The drivable range is distinguished by a blue circle. Using the icons within the drivable
range, you can check the locations and availabilities of charging stations.
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Option B (EV only)
a a Returns to the previous step (if equipped).
b b Displays the Home screen.
c c See the list of nearby charging stations (if equipped).
d d Set a filter to view specific types of charging stations on the map (if equipped).
e e Used to change the map display mode.
 (North Up 2D): Displays the map with the north fixed at the top.
 (Heading Up 2D): Rotates the map depending on the travel direction.
 (Heading Up 3D ): Rotates the map depending on the travel direction for 3D view (if
equipped).
f f You can adjust the volume of navigation or GPS warning sound (if equipped).
g g Zooms in the map.
h h The scale of the map automatically changes (if equipped).

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Radio screen (Type1)
The radio screen provides various functions while listening to radio broadcasts.
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Can change the radio mode.
c c Activate the HD Radio mode.
d d You can change radio channels by using voice commands. > See "Changing the channel by
using voice commands."
e e Presets list
f f Radio broadcast information
g g You can delete or save the current frequency to the presets list. > See " Saving radio channels
(Type1)."
h h Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
i i You can listen to each radio channel for a short time and select the desired channel.
> See " Using the scan function."
j j The list of menu items appears.
 Enter Station: Can select or directly enter the desired radio frequency.
Station List: Can see the list of available radio stations.
FM Radio Noise Control: Customize sound quality when listening to FM radio by
adjusting background noise of the original sound (if equipped).
Info: Turns the Radio text information transmitted from the broadcasting station on
and off.
Delete Presets: Can delete a registered channel from the presets list. > See "
Deleting a
registered channel."
 Sound Settings: Displays the system sound settings screen. > See "
Configuring the
sound settings (Type1)."
 User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to the
online user manual for the system.
Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.

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l l The list of menu items appears.
Display Off: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or
briefly press the power button.
Enter Station: Can select or directly enter the desired radio frequency.
Station List: Can see the list of available radio stations.
Scan FM (Available only with FM): Select a broadcast of your choice after listening
briefly to broadcasts from different radio stations.
Scan AM (Available only with AM): Select a broadcast of your choice after listening
briefly to broadcasts from different radio stations.
Delete Presets: Can delete a registered channel from the presets list. > See "
Deleting a
registered channel."
 Info: Turns the Radio text information transmitted from the broadcasting station on
and off.
Radio Noise (Available only with FM): Customize sound quality when listening to F\
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radio by adjusting background noise of the original sound (if equipped).
Sound Settings: Displays the system sound settings screen. > See "
Configuring the
sound settings (Type2)."
 User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to the
online user manual for the system.
Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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The sound effect settings button may appear on the screen depending on the amp
specifications.
ÝWarning
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident,
severe bodily injury, or death. The driver's primary responsibility is the safe and legal
operation of the vehicle, and the use of any vehicle systems, including the \
touch screen and
steering wheel controls, which take the driver's eyes, attention, and focus away from the safe
operation of the vehicle, or which are not permissible by law, should never be used during
the operation of the vehicle.

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Radio screen (Type3)
The radio screen provides various functions while listening to radio broadcasts.
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Radio broadcast information
c c Can change the frequency. When you release the or button, the previous or next
channel with good reception is automatically selected (if equipped).
d d Can change the radio mode.
e e Presets list
f f You can save the current frequency to the presets list. > See "Saving radio channels (Type3)."
g g Can see the list of available radio stations.
h h Shows information on the radio station that is airing the broadcast you are listening to,
and shows the album art for the broadcast.
i i Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
j j Activate the HD Radio mode.
k k Use SoundHound to display the detailed information of the music that is \
now playing on
the radio (if equipped).

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To use the SoundHound service, subscribe to the Kia Connect service.
> See "Subscribing to the service."
l l You can change radio channels by using voice commands. > See "Changing the channel by
using voice commands."