warning KIA NIRO PHEV 2023 Quick Start Guide Base Audio

1
Accessing the web manual via QR
codes
You can view the web manual of the system by scanning QR codes with your smartphone.
\334Warning
Park your vehicle in a safe location before scanning the QR code. For safety reasons, you are
not able to access QR codes from the system′s screen while the vehicle is moving.
1 Select one of the following methods to access a QR code.
\225On the system′s Home screen, press All Menus > User′s Manual.
\225 On the system′s Home screen, press All Menus > Setup > General > System Info >
User′s Manual on Web (QR Code) .
\225Alternatively, find the QR code in the Quick Reference Guide.
2 Install a QR code reader app from
the App Store (
) or the Google Play
Store (
) and scan a QR code.
3 On your smartphone's screen, press
the URL for the web manual.
\225 You can view the web manual of the
system in the Internet browser app of your
smartphone.
\225Depending on how you scan the QR code,
you may be able to open the web manual
without pressing its URL.

3
Safety warnings
For safety, follow the instructions below. Failure to do so may increase the risk of a traffic
accident, which may result in death or personal injury.
\334About driving
Do not operate the system while driving.
\225Driving while distracted may result in a loss of vehicle control, potentially leading to an accident, severe
personal injury, or death. The driver′s primary responsibility is the safe and legal operation of a vehicle,
and any handheld devices, equipment, or vehicle systems which divert the driver′s attention from this
responsibility should never be used during operation of the vehicle.
Avoid watching the screen while driving.
\225Driving while distracted may lead to a traffic accident.
\225Stop your vehicle in a safe location before using functions that require multiple operations.
Stop your vehicle first before using your mobile phone.
\225Using a mobile phone while driving may lead to a traffic accident.
Keep the volume low enough to hear external sounds.
\225Driving without the ability to hear external sounds may lead to a traffic accident.
\225Listening to a loud volume for a long time may cause hearing damage.

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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.
\225To change the system language, press Language.
\334Warning
\225Driving 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.
\225Some 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.
\225Stop 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.
\335 Caution
\225You 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.
\225If you turn on your system without starting the engine, a battery warning will appear.
Once the engine starts, the battery warning will disappear.

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Safety warnings
For safety, follow the instructions below.
Failure to do so may increase the risk of a
traffic accident, which may result in death
or personal injury.
\334About driving
Do not operate the system while
driving.
\225Driving while distracted may result in a loss
of vehicle control, potentially leading to an
accident, severe personal injury, or death. The
driver′s primary responsibility is the safe and
legal operation of a vehicle, and any handheld
devices, equipment, or vehicle systems
which divert the driver′s attention from this
responsibility should never be used during
operation of the vehicle.
Avoid watching the screen while driving.
\225Driving while distracted may lead to a traffic
accident.
\225Stop your vehicle in a safe location before using
functions that require multiple operations.
Stop your vehicle first before using your
mobile phone.
\225Using a mobile phone while driving may lead to
a traffic accident.
Keep the volume low enough to hear
external sounds.
\225Driving without the ability to hear external
sounds may lead to a traffic accident.
\225Listening to a loud volume for a long time may
cause hearing damage.
Symbols used in this guide
Warning
Indicates important information
related to user safety. Failure to follow
warnings may result in death or serious
personal injury.
Caution
Indicates important information related
to user safety. Failure to follow cautions
may result in personal injury, or
damage or malfunction your vehicle.
Note
Indicates helpful information for
convenient use.
(if equipped)
Indicates descriptions for optional
features, which may not be available on
your specific vehicle depending on the
model or trim level.
This guide covers specifications
for all vehicle models, including
optional specifications. It may include
descriptions for features that are
not equipped in your vehicle or are
unavailable for your vehicle model.

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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.
\225To change the system language,
press Language.
\334Warning
\225Driving 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.
\225Some 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.
\225Stop 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
\225You 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.
\225If 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 , System
Volumes or Premium Sound 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.
\225 The screen and the sound will turn off.
\225To 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.
\225Depending 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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Using phone
projection
Phone projection enables you to connect
your Android smartphone or iPhone to
your system and use their functions via
the system. You can perform and control
your smartphone apps by using the larger
screen and enhance your use of the
system.
Depending on your vehicle′s model or
specifications, you may be able to use
phone projection via USB or wirelessly.
\334Warning
\225Driving 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.
\225Do 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.
\335 Caution
\225Using 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.
\225Use only apps that are compatible with
phone projection. Using incompatible
apps may cause problems for your
system or smartphone.
\225Only compatible apps will be displayed
on the phone projection screen. You can
also check compatible apps by visiting
the following websites:
- Apple CarPlay: https://www.apple.
com/ios/carplay
-Android Auto: https://www.android.
com/auto

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Using Android Auto
or Apple CarPlay via a
wireless connection
(if
wireless connectivity is supported)
You can connect your Android
smartphone or iPhone to the system
wirelessly.
Android smartphones must support
Android Auto Wireless, and iPhones must
support wireless Apple CarPlay. Also,
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi must be enabled on
your Android smartphone or iPhone.
[ Connecting your Android
smartphone via Android
Auto
You can connect your Android
smartphone and system via Android Auto
and control your smartphone apps on the
system′s screen.
Before starting Android Auto, activate
a connection type to use for phone
projection and set up the devices list for
wireless connections.
\334 Warning
For your safety, park your vehicle in a
safe location before changing the phone
projection settings.
\333Note
\225When Apple CarPlay is active, you
cannot change the Apple CarPlay
settings. To change the settings, remove
the USB cable from your system.
\225To check compatible apps, visit the
Apple homepage (https://www.apple.
com/ios/carplay).
\225To use Apple CarPlay in optimized
environments, update your iPhone′s
operating system to the latest version.
\225Depending on the connected device′s
hardware, firmware, and operating
system versions, the recognition time
may vary.
\225Using Apple CarPlay may result in
mobile communication charges.
\225Depending on the network signal status,
some functions may not work correctly.
\225Avoid controlling your iPhone while
Apple CarPlay is in use.
\225While you are using Apple CarPlay, the
following functions are unavailable:
- USB mode
-Searches using the Search knob
(TUNE FILE)
- Android Auto
\225When Apple CarPlay is active, the
system′s phone functions are provided
via Apple CarPlay.

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#Pairing iPhones with your
system for wireless Apple
CarPlay
For wireless Apple CarPlay connections,
first pair your iPhone with your system to
add it to the phone projection devices list.
You can register up to six iPhones.
Ensure that your iPhone supports wireless
Apple CarPlay.
1 On the Home screen, press
All Menus > Setup > Device
Connections > Phone
Projection .
\225If you are pairing an iPhone with
your system for the first time, you
can also press and hold the Voice
recognition button on the steering
wheel.
2 Press Add New .
[Connecting your iPhone via
Apple CarPlay
You can connect your iPhone and system
via Apple CarPlay and control your iPhone
apps on the system′s screen. Only wireless
connections are available for Apple
CarPlay.
Before starting Apple CarPlay, activate
wireless connectivity and set up the
devices list for wireless connections.
\334 Warning
For your safety, park your vehicle in a
safe location before changing the Apple
CarPlay settings.
#Activating wireless connectivity
On the Home screen, press All
Menus > Setup > Wi-Fi and press
Use Wi-Fi for Phone Projection to
activate it.

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Getting to know the
driving assistance
screen
You can view the outside of your vehicle
on the system screen. Depending on the
vehicle model or specifications, displayed
screens and available functions may vary.
\334Warning
When backing up, make sure to follow the
guidelines below:
\225Before entering your vehicle, always
check the area behind your vehicle.
\225Do not solely rely on the rear view
camera when backing up. Always ensure
that it is safe to back up by checking
behind you and looking in the rearview
mirrors.
\225Always back up slowly and stop
immediately if you suspect that a
person, especially a child, might be
behind you.
\335 Caution
The distance shown in the rear view
screen may differ from the actual
distance. For safety, be sure to visually
check the rear, left, and right sides of your
vehicle.
6 To end Apple CarPlay,
disconnect the iPhone from the
phone projection devices list.
\333Note
\225To check compatible apps, visit the
Apple homepage (https://www.apple.
com/ios/carplay).
\225To use Apple CarPlay in optimized
environments, update your iPhone′s
operating system to the latest version.
\225Depending on the connected device′s
hardware, firmware, and operating
system versions, the recognition time
may vary.
\225Using Apple CarPlay may result in
mobile communication charges.
\225Depending on the network signal status,
some functions may not work correctly.
\225The wireless connection may not
work correctly due to electromagnetic
interference or other environmental
factors.
\225Avoid controlling your iPhone while
Apple CarPlay is in use.
\225While you are using Apple CarPlay, the
following functions are unavailable:
- Searches using the Search knob
(TUNE FILE)
- Android Auto
\225When Apple CarPlay is active, the
system′s phone functions are provided
via Apple CarPlay.