KIA SPORTAGE PHEV 2023 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide

6-17
Switching to another call
You can receive another incoming call while in a call. This option is available o\
nly when the
connected mobile phone supports the call hold function. The original cal\
l is put on hold.
To switch between two calls, use either option.
Press
Switch.
Press a displayed phone number.

A
This option may not be available in some phone models.
Checking new messages over Bluetooth
After connecting a mobile phone via Bluetooth, you can check the received messages
through the system screen and listen to voice messages converted from the text messages.
This option is available when a mobile phone is connected via Bluetooth.\
You can also send
the brief reply message registered in the system.
Checking new messages
When a message is received, the new message notification window appears.
To check the message, press View.
cd
a
e
b
a a View caller details.
b b Activate privacy mode to protect personal data. The data downloaded from the mobile
phone stays hidden while this mode is on.

6-18
c c Can see the message details.
d d Reads out the message through the speakers in the vehicle.
e e Used to close the notification window.

A
The message notification window does not appear when the privacy mode is enabled or
the message notification is turned off.

A
The screen display may differ depending on the mobile phone model.
Bluetooth message screen
b
a
d
e
c
a a Returns to the previous step.
b b View the list of received messages.
c c Can text a message by using the voice recognition. > See "Sending a text by using the voice
recognition."
d d Find and connect other Bluetooth devices.
e e 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.
Privacy Mode: Activate privacy mode to protect personal data. The data downloaded
from the mobile phone stays hidden while this mode is on.
Change Device: Find and connect other Bluetooth devices.
Device Connections Settings: Can change the Bluetooth settings.
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.

A
The displayed name may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

6-19
Checking new messages from the list
1 Perform any of the following methods:
On the All Menus screen, press Phone.
On the steering wheel, press the Call button.
2 On the Bluetooth Call screen, press .
3 Select a message from the list.
4 Check the message.
b
a
e
g
cd
f
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.
 Display Off
: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or
briefly press the power button.
 Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.

6-20
A
The auto-reply messaging may not be available depending on the smartphone model.

A
To 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.

A
When an iPhone is connected to the system, there are some restrictions when receiving
messages as follows:

Only the sender name appears when the sender information is saved.

When the sender information is not saved, only the phone number appears.\

You cannot use the auto-reply message function.

When the incoming message notification or lock-screen view option is off, messages
cannot be received.

A
The message reader function may not be supported depending on the system language.
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.

A
To call using voice recognition, there must be contacts stored on the system.

A
It is available only when the Kia Connect service is active.
1 Perform any of the following methods:
On the All Menus screen, press Phone.
On 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
07

7-2
Voice recognition
With the voice recognition function, you can access various functions of the infotainmen\
t
system without manipulating the screen or buttons. This function prevents driver distraction
and dangerous situations.
Use voice commands to access various functions easily.
Type1
Type2

A
Depending on vehicle model or specifications, the screen layout and available commands
may differ. Check the screen type for your vehicle model and view the appropriate
instructions.

A
Note the following to ensure accurate recognition of your voice command.

Press the Voice Recognition button. After a beep sound, say your voice command.

Pronounce a command accurately and naturally like a conversation.

The microphone is located above the driver's head. Say your command while
maintaining an upright posture. The microphone location may differ depending on the
vehicle.

A
Voice recognition is automatically ended when:

You make or receive a call.

The front or rear cameras operate (if equipped).

The
[RADIO] or [MEDIA] button is pressed to perform another function.

Rerouting or other unexpected action is made due to deviation from the route during
guidance.

7-3

A
Voice recognition may not work properly when:

The sunroof or windows are open so the wind is strong.

The fan speed of the air conditioner or heater is high.

The vehicle is passing through a tunnel.

The vehicle is driving on an unpaved road and its noise and vibration are loud.

Noise is loud due to a heavy rain or storm.

A
When using speech recognition from the rear seats, some commands may not be
supported depending on the vehicle model and type.

A
Special characters included in a contact are not recognized by voice (e.g., School_John,
John!).

A
Voice recognition is supported only for certain languages. If you change the sy\
stem
language, voice recognition may not be supported.
Using the voice recognition function (Type1)
1 On the steering wheel, press the Voice Recognition button.
Voice recognition starts along with voice guidance.

A
To skip the voice guidance, press the Voice Recognition button on the steering wheel.
2 When a beep sound is heard, say a command to perform (e.g.
navigation, music, call).
> See "Available voice commands (Type1)" or " Viewing the voice
recognition help."
The recognized command appears in text at the top of the screen and the corresponding
function is performed.
A
When 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.

A
When there are several similar commands, say a command number to perform.

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

7-4
3 To end the voice recognition, perform one of the following methods:
In standby mode for voice recognition, say "Exit
".
On the voice recognition screen, press Exit.
On the steering wheel, press and hold the Voice Recognition button.

A
When the Voice Recognition button is pressed in standby mode for voice recognition,
the standby time is extended.

A
When 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
b
a
de
f
c
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.
e e Displays the voice recognition help.
f f The list of menu items appears.
 Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.

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

7-5
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, use the Volume knob on the control
panel.
Viewing the voice recognition help
You can see more details on how to perform various functions by voice commands.

7-6
To 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.
On the help screen, press Exit.
In standby mode for voice recognition, say "Exit
".

A
The screen may differ depending on the vehicle and specifications.
Voice recognition Help
g
a
b
de
f
c
a a Returns to the previous step.
b b The function list appears.

A
To 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.
Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.

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