KIA SORENTO HYBRID 2021 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide

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4 Check the message.
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Reads out the message through the speakers in the vehicle.
c c Used to select a message registered in the system for sending a brief reply message.
d d Used to make a call to a message sender.
e e Used to move to the previous or next message.
f f Can text a message by using the voice recognition. > See "Sending a text by using the
voice recognition."
g g The list of menu items appears.
\225Display Off: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or
briefly press the power knob.
\225Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
0000AThe auto-reply messaging may not be available depending on the smartphone model.
0000ATo edit or delete a message, park the vehicle at a safe place and access \
the messaging
function on your smartphone. You cannot edit or delete a message from the system.
0000AWhen an iPhone is connected to the system, there are some restrictions when receiving
messages as follows:
000DOnly the sender name appears when the sender information is saved.
000DWhen the sender information is not saved, only the phone number appears.\
000DYou cannot use the auto-reply message function.
000DWhen the incoming message notification or lock-screen view option is off, messages
cannot be received.
0000AThe message reader function may not be supported depending on the system language.

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Sending a text by using the voice recognition
When you connect your mobile device to the system via Bluetooth, contacts from the device
are downloaded to the system so you can text a message to a contact by using the voice
recognition.
0000ATo call using voice recognition, there must be contacts stored on the system.
0000AIt is available only when the UVO service is active.
1 Perform any of the following methods:
\225On the All Menus screen, press Phone.
\225On the steering wheel, press the Call button.
2 On the bluetooth message screen, press .
3 When a guiding beep is heard, say the message.
The system sends the text to the selected contact.

Voice functions
Voice recognition
Using the Siri Eyes Free
Voice Memo
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Voice recognition
With the voice recognition function, you can access various functions of the infotainmen\
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system without manipulating the screen or buttons. This function prevents driver distraction
and dangerous situations.
Use voice commands to access various functions easily.
0000AThe system can recognize the specified voice commands. > See "Available voice commands"
or the voice recognition help.
0000ANote the following for accurate delivery of command when saying it.
000DPronounce a command accurately and naturally like a conversation.
000DKeep the correct posture and say commands toward the direction of the microphone.
0000AVoice recognition is automatically ended when:
000DYou make or receive a call.
000DThe front or rear cameras operate (if equipped).
000DThe [RADIO] or [MEDIA] button is pressed to perform another function.
000DRerouting or other unexpected action is made due to deviation from the route during
guidance.
0000AVoice recognition may not work properly when:
000DThe sunroof or windows are open so the wind is strong.
000DThe fan speed of the air conditioner or heater is high (level 3 or below is
recommended).
000DThe vehicle is passing through a tunnel.
000DThe vehicle is driving on an unpaved road and its noise and vibration are loud.
000DNoise is loud due to a heavy rain or storm.
Using the voice recognition
1 On the steering wheel, press the Voice Recognition button.
Voice recognition starts along with voice guidance.
0000ATo skip the voice guidance, press the Voice Recognition button on the steering wheel.

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2 When a beep sound is heard, say a command to perform (e.g.
navigation, music, call). > See "Available voice commands" or the voice recognition help.
The recognized command appears in text at the top of the screen and the corresponding
function is performed.
0000AWhen an additional command is required to perform, the commands that can be
followed in the next step appear on the screen. Say a command or press a command.
0000AWhen there are several similar commands, say a command number to perform.
3 To end the voice recognition, perform one of the following methods:
\225In standby mode for voice recognition, say "Exit"
\225On the voice recognition screen, press Exit.
\225On the steering wheel, press and hold the Voice Recognition button.
0000AWhen the Voice Recognition button is pressed in standby mode for voice recognition,
the standby time is extended.
0000AWhen the voice recognition is not available, press the Voice Recognition button on
the steering wheel and use the voice recognition on your smartphone via phone
projection. > See "Using the phone projection function."
Voice recognition screen
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a a According to voice recognition, the icons for voice recognition, voice guidance, and
command process appear.
b b The recognized voice command appears in text.
c c Shows the representative voice command.
d d Ends the voice recognition.

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e e Displays the voice recognition help.
f f The list of menu items appears.
\225Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
Adjusting the voice guidance volume
Adjust the voice guidance volume when the system volume is so low or high and it interferes
with your driving.
When the voice recognition is active, turn the Volume knob on the control
panel.
Seeing the voice recognition help
You can see more details on how to perform various functions by voice commands.
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Park the vehicle at a safe place and see the help.
1 On the steering wheel, press the Voice Recognition button.
2 Say "Help".
0000AWhen the mode time exceeds before you speak, you can press Help instead.
3 Select the desired option and see its help.
\225To see the entire help for use of voice commands, press at the bottom of the
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\225To see more details on how to use voice commands for each function, press next
to the function name.
4 After seeing the help, perform any of the following methods.
\225On the help screen, press Exit.
\225In standby mode for voice recognition, say "Exit"
Voice recognition Help
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b The function list appears.
0000ATo see the list of voice commands that can be used for each function, press or say the
function.
c c You can see the usages for each function.
d d Ends the voice recognition.
e e You can see the entire help for use of voice commands.
f f According to voice recognition, the icons for voice recognition, voice guidance, and
command process appear.
g g The list of menu items appears.
\225Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.

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Available voice commands
Call commands
CommandFunction
CallYou can make a call to one of your mobile phone's contacts. Say
a contact's name to begin a call.
Call The system dials the phone number of that contact. If the
contact has multiple phone numbers, select a phone number.
Call on MobileThe system dials the phone number saved as "Mobile" for that
contact.
Call at WorkThe system dials the phone number saved as "Work" for that
contact.
Call at HomeThe system dials the phone number saved as "Home" for that
contact.
Call on OtherThe system dials a phone number saved as other than "Mobile",
"Work", or "Home" for that contact.
Dial NumberYou can make a call. Say a phone number to begin a call.
Dial You can make a call immediately to that phone number.
Send MessageYou can send a text message to one of your mobile phone's
contacts. Say a contact's name and then enter the message
content by following the guidance.
This command is available only if UVO is activated.
Send Message to

You can send a text message to that specific contact. Enter the
message content by following the guidance.
This command is available only if UVO is activated.
Send Message to

You can send a text message to that contact more directly.
This command is available only if UVO is activated.
Change Bluetooth
Device
You can search for and connect another Bluetooth device.
0000ATo use call commands, your mobile phone must be connected to the system via Bluetooth
and your contacts must be downloaded. > See "Connecting a Bluetooth device."
0000ASome functions may not be available, depending on the connected mobile p\
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Navigation commands
CommandFunction
Find You can search for a designated POI name or address.
For example, say "Find Kia dealerships" or "Find Kia dealerships
in Seattle."
Find Address in You can search for a location with its address in a designated
state. Say an address in order of the house number, street, and
city.
Find You can search for a designated category of POIs nearby.
> See "POI names."
Frequently Visited PointsYou can select a location from the list of your frequently visited
points. Say the number of the location you want.
Address BookAccess the address book screen.
Previous DestinationsYou can select a location from the list of your previous
destinations. Say the number of the location you want.
Previous SearchesYou can select a destination from the list of destinations that
have recently been searched for. Say the number of the location
you want.
Traffic InformationAccess the traffic information screen.
Go HomeSet the location saved to the Home shortcut button in your
address book as your destination.
Go to WorkSet the location saved to the Work shortcut button in your
address book as your destination.
Change HomeYou can change the location saved as your home.
Change WorkYou can change the location saved as your work.
Pause RoutePause the navigation guidance.
Resume RouteResume the navigation guidance.
Turn Guidance OnUnmute the navigation guidance.
Turn Guidance OffMute the navigation guidance.
Cancel RouteStop the navigation guidance and cancel your current
destination.
Destination InformationView information on the distance and time to your current
destination.
Route OptionsFind another route.
Show RouteView the entire route on the map.

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0000AWhen you use a command starting with "Find," the system searches for locations within
the state or province where your vehicle is currently located. To search for locations in
another state or province, say the state or province name first and then say the location
you want.
0000ASome commands, such as "Cancel Route" or "Show Route," are available only when a
destination is set.
Radio commands
CommandFunction
FM <87.5 to 107.9>Turn on the FM radio with that frequency.
AM <530 to 1710>Turn on the AM radio with that frequency.
SiriusXM <0 to 999>Turn on the SiriusXM radio with that channel number.
Tune to SiriusXM
<0 to 999>
Tune on the SiriusXM radio with that channel number.
Tune to

Turn on the SiriusXM radio with that channel name.
0000ASome commands are recognizable in English only.
0000ASome commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and f\
unctions.
Vehicle control commands (if equipped)
CommandFunction
Climate On/OffTurn on or off the climate control.
Air Conditioner
On/Off
Can turn on or off the air conditioner.
Heat On/OffCan turn on or off the heater.
Fan High/LowUsed to set the fan level.
Set Fan to windshield/
Face/Feet
Used to set the air direction.
Warmer/CoolerSet the climate control temperature.
Open/Close all windowsOpen or close all windows.
Open/Close the
windows
Open or close the driver-side window.
Open/Close the
passenger's window
Open or close the passenger-side window.