audio KIA NIRO PHEV 2020 Quick Start Guide Base Audio

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\334About handling the system
Do not disassemble or modify the system.
0024Doing so may result in an accident, fire, or electric shock.
Do not allow liquids or foreign substances to enter the system.
0024Liquids or foreign substances may cause noxious fumes, a fire, or a system malfunction.
Stop using the system if it malfunctions, such as no audio output or dis\
play.
0024If you continue using the system when it is malfunctioning, it may lead \
to a fire, electric shock, or system failure.
\333Note
If you experience any problems with the system, contact your place of purchase or dealer.

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e Search backward/forward button (SEEK/TRACK) 0024While using the radio/media function, change the station/track/file. 0024While listening to the radio, press and hold to change the station quickly. 0024While playing media, press and hold to rewind or fast forward (except for the Bluetooth audio mode).
f Custom button 0024Use a custom function. 0024Press and hold to access the Custom Button settings screen.
g Setup button 0024Access the settings screen. 0024Press and hold to access the System Info screen.
h Search knob (TUNE FILE) 0024While listening to the radio, adjust the frequency or change the station. 0024While playing media, search for a track/file (except for the Bluetooth audio mode). 0024During a search, press to select the current track/file.

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Steering wheel remote control
Note: Depending on the vehicle model and specifications, the illustration shown may
differ in appearance and layout.
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a Voice recognition button 0024Start or end voice recognition of a connected smartphone via phone projection. (The button′s operation may vary depending on smartphone specifications.)
b Mode button 0024Change the mode (radio, media, etc.). 0024Press and hold to access the Steering Wheel MODE Button settings screen.
c Volume lever/Mute button 0024Adjust the sound volume. 0024Press to mute or unmute the system. 0024While playing media, press to pause or resume playback.
d Search lever 0024While using the radio/media function, change the station/track/file. 0024While listening to the radio, press and hold to change the station quickly. 0024While playing media, press and hold to rewind or fast forward (except for the Bluetooth audio mode).
e Call/Answer button 0024Start connecting a mobile phone via Bluetooth. 0024After a Bluetooth phone connection is made, access your call history. Press and hold to dial the most recent phone number. When a call comes in, answer the call. 0024During a call, switch between the active call and the held call. Press and hold to switch the call between the system and the mobile phone.
f Call end button 0024When a call comes in, reject the call. 0024During a call, end the call.

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Turning the system on or off
Turning on the system
1 To turn on the system, start the engine.
2 When the safety warning appears, read it and press Confirm.
0024To change the system language, press Language.
\334Warning
0024Driving 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.
0024Some functions may be disabled for safety reasons while the vehicle is moving. They work
only when the vehicle stops. Park your vehicle in a safe location before using any of them.
In a manual transmission vehicle, apply the parking brake to use the functions. In an
automatic transmission vehicle, shift to "P" (Park) or apply the parking brake.
0024Stop using the system if it malfunctions, such as no audio output or dis\
play. If you
continue using the system when it is malfunctioning, it may lead to a fi\
re, electric shock, or
system failure.
\335Caution
0024You can turn on the system when the key ignition switch is placed in the "ACC" or "ON"
position. Using the system for an extended period without the engine running drains the
battery. If you plan on using the system for a long time, start the engine.
0024If you turn on your system without starting the engine, a battery warnin\
g will appear.
Once the engine starts, the battery warning will disappear.

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\334About handling the system
Do not disassemble or modify the
system.
Doing so may result in an accident, fire, or
electric shock.
Do not allow liquids or foreign
substances to enter the system.
Liquids or foreign substances may cause
noxious fumes, a fire, or a system malfunction.
Stop using the system if it malfunctions,
such as no audio output or display.
If you continue using the system when it is
malfunctioning, it may lead to a fire, electric
shock, or system failure.
\333 Note
If you experience any problems with the
system, contact your place of purchase or
dealer.
Safety cautions
For safety, follow the instructions below.
Failure to do so may result in personal
injury or damage to the system.
\335About operating the system
Use the system with the engine
running.
Using the system for a long time when the
engine is stopped may discharge the battery.
Do not install unapproved products.
Using unapproved products may cause an error
while using the system.
System errors caused by installing unapproved
products are not covered under the warranty.
\335 About handling the system
Do not apply excessive force to the
system.
Excessive pressure on the screen may damage
the LCD panel or the touch panel.
When cleaning the screen or button
panel, make sure to stop the engine
and use a soft, dry cloth.
Wiping the screen or buttons with a rough
cloth or using solvents (alcohol, benzene, paint
thinner, etc.) may scratch or chemically damage
the surface.
If you attach a liquid-type air freshener
to the fan louver, the surface of the
louver may become deformed due to
the flowing air.
\333 Note
If you experience any problems with the
system, contact your place of purchase or
dealer.

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Search backward/forward
button (SEEK/TRACK) While using the radio/media function, change the
station/track/file.
While listening to the radio, press and hold to change
the station quickly.
While playing media, press and hold to rewind or fast
forward (except for the Bluetooth audio mode).
Setup button
 Access the settings screen.
Press and hold to access the System Info screen. > See
″ System Info .″
Search knob (TUNE FILE) While listening to the radio, adjust the frequency or
change the station.
While playing media, search for a track/file (except for
the Bluetooth audio mode).
During a search, press to select the current track/file.

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Steering wheel remote control
\333Note
Depending on the vehicle model or specifications, the system components'\
appearance and
layout may differ from the actual product. Refer to the Quick Reference Guide.
Voice recognition button () Start or end voice recognition of a connected
smartphone via phone projection. (The button′s
operation may vary depending on smartphone
specifications.)
Mode button
 Change the mode (radio, media, etc.).
Press and hold to access the Steering Wheel MODE
Button settings screen.
> See ″Steering Wheel MODE
Button.″
Volume lever/button (+ /-)  Adjust the sound volume.
Mute button (
)  Mute or unmute the system.
While playing media, pause or resume playback.
Search lever/button (
)  While using the radio/media function, change the
station/track/file.
While listening to the radio, press and hold to change
the station quickly.
While playing media, press and hold to rewind or fast
forward (except for the Bluetooth audio mode).
Call/Answer button (
)  Start connecting a mobile phone via Bluetooth.
After a Bluetooth phone connection is made, access
your call history. Press and hold to dial the most recent
phone number. When a call comes in, answer the call.
During a call, switch between the active call and the
held call. Press and hold to switch the call between the
system and the mobile phone.
Call end button (
) When a call comes in, reject the call.
During a call, end the call.

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Turning the system on
or off
The following explains how to turn the
system on or off.
Turning on the system
1 To turn on the system, start the
engine.
2 When the safety warning
appears, read it and press
Confirm.
To change the system language,
press Language.
\334Warning
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.
Some functions may be disabled for
safety reasons while the vehicle is
moving. They work only when the
vehicle stops. Park your vehicle in a safe
location before using any of them. In a
manual transmission vehicle, apply the
parking brake to use the functions. In an
automatic transmission vehicle, shift to
″P″ (Park) or apply the parking brake.
Stop using the system if it malfunctions,
such as no audio output or display. If
you continue using the system when it
is malfunctioning, it may lead to a fire,
electric shock, or system failure.

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\335Caution
You can turn on the system when the
key ignition switch is placed in the "ACC"
or "ON" position. Using the system for
an extended period without the engine
running drains the battery. If you plan
on using the system for a long time,
start the engine.
If you turn on your system without
starting the engine, a battery warning
will appear. Once the engine starts, the
battery warning will disappear.
\333 Note
To avoid having audio play at an excessive
volume when you start the engine, adjust
the volume level before stopping the
engine. You can also set the system to
decrease the volume level automatically.
On the Home screen, press All Menus >
Setup > Sound > Priority and activate
the Start-up Volume Limit option.
Turning off the system
If you do not want to use the
system while driving, press and
hold the Power button on the
control panel.
The screen and the sound will turn off.
To use the system again, press the
Power button.
After you have turned off
the engine, the system will
automatically turn off after a
while or as soon as you open the
driver's door.
Depending on the vehicle model or
specifications, the system may turn off
as soon as you turn off the engine.
Using the touch
screen
Your system is equipped with a touch
screen. You can perform various functions
via touch inputs.
\334 Warning
Do not use the touch screen while driving
as this will divert your attention away
from the safe operation of the vehicle.
You may lose your steering control which
could cause an accident and severe bodily
injuries.

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Listening to SiriusXM™
radio
(if equipped)
You can listen to radio channels provided
by SiriusXM, a satellite radio service.
Various kinds of channels, such as music,
sports, and news, are available via
streaming or live broadcast.
Starting SiriusXM radio
1 Press All Menus > Radio on
the Home screen, or press the
Radio button on the control
panel.
2 On the radio screen, press
Band > SiriusXM.
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Program Info: Presents song name,
artist, station IDs, and other relevant data
streams.
Digital, CD-quality sound. HD Radio™
Technology enables local radio stations
to broadcast a clean digital signal. AM
sounds like today′s FM and FM sounds
like a CD.
FM stations can provide additional digital-
only audio programming on HD2/HD3
Channels.