2018 KIA SOUL radio

Features of your vehicle
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Liftgate unlock (3)
The liftgate is unlocked if the button
is pressed for more than 1 second.
Also, once the liftgate is opened and
then closed, the liftgate will be locked
automatically.
Panic (4)
The horn sounds and hazard warn-
ing lights flash for about 30 seconds
if this button is pressed for more than
1 second. To stop the horn and lights,
press any button except the trunk
button on the transmitter.
Transmitter precautions
The transmitter will not work if anyof following occur:
- The ignition key is in the ignitionswitch.
- You exceed the operating dis- tance limit (about 30 feet [10 m]).
- The battery in the transmitter is weak.
- Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
- The weather is extremely cold.
- The transmitter is close to a radio transmitter such as a radio sub-
station or an airport which can
interfere with normal operation of
the transmitter. When the transmitter does not
work correctly, open and close the
door with the ignition key. If you
have a problem with the transmit-
ter, contact an authorized Kia deal-
er.
If the transmitter is in close proxim- ity to your mobile phone, the signal
could be blocked by your mobile
phones normal operational signals.
This is especially important when
the phone is active such as making
and receiving calls, text messag-
ing, and/or sending/receiving
emails. Avoid placing the transmit-
ter and your mobile phone in the
same pants or jacket pocket and
always try to maintain an adequate
distance between the two devices.

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Features of your vehicle
Using the button on the smart key
1. Press the liftgate unlock button(3)for more than 1 second.
2. When all doors are locked, the hazard warning lights will blink two
times.
Panic
1. Press the panic button(4) for morethan 1 second.
2. The horn sounds and hazard warning light flash for about 30
seconds.
Start-up
You can start the engine without
inserting the key.
❈ For detailed information refer to
the “Engine start/stop button” in
chapter 6.
Loss of the smart key
A maximum of 2 smart keys can be
registered to a single vehicle.
If you happen to lose your smart key,
you will not be able to start the
engine. You should immediately take
the vehicle and remaining key to your
authorized Kia dealer(tow the vehi-
cle, if necessary) to protect it from
potential theft.
Smart key precautions
The smart key will not work if any
of the following occur:
- The smart key is close to a radiotransmitter such as a radio sta-
tion or an airport which can inter-
fere with normal operation of the
smart key.
- The smart key is near a mobile two way radio system or a cellular
phone.
- Another vehicle’s smart key is being operated close to your
vehicle.
When the smart key does not work correctly, open and close the door
with the mechanical key and contact
an authorized Kia dealer.

Audio system
Audio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
• Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 5-2
• Audio remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
• AUX and USB port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
• Speaker lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
• How vehicle audio works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Audio (Without Touch Screen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
• Feature of Your Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
• Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . 5-16
• SiriusXM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-\
18
• Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . 5-20
• Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . 5-35
• Siri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . 5-43
• Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . 5-44
Audio (With Touch Screen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-46
• Feature of Your Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-47
• Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . 5-53
• SiriusXM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-\
55
• Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . 5-57
• Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . 5-73
• Siri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . 5-81
• Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . 5-82
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-84
• FCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . 5-84
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Audio remote control
The steering wheel audio remote
control button may be installed.
Do not operate the audio remote
control buttons simultaneously.
VOLUME (VOL+/ VOL-) (1)
Push the VOL + to increase volume.
Push the VOL - to decrease volume.
SEEK/PRESET ( / ) (2)
If the SEEK/PRESET button is
pressed for more than 1 second, it
will work as follows in each mode.RADIO mode
It will function as the AUTO SEEK
select button.
USB mode
It will function as the FF/REW button.
If the SEEK/PRESET button is
pressed for less than 1 second, it will
work as follows in each mode.
RADIO mode
It will function as the PRESET STA-
TION select buttons.
USB mode
It will function as the FILE UP/DOWN
button.
MODE (3)
Press the button to select Radio,
USB or AUX.
Detailed information for audio control
buttons is described in the following
pages in this section.
OPS043190
WARNING- Distracted
Driving
Driving while distracted can
result in a loss of vehicle con-
trol that may lead to an acci-
dent, severe personal injury and
death. The driver’s primary
responsibility is in the safe and
legal operation of a vehicle, and
use of any handheld devices,
other equipment or vehicle sys-
tems which take the driver’s
eyes, attention and focus away
from the safe operation of a
vehicle or that are not permissi-
ble by law should never be used
during operation of the vehicle.

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How vehicle audio works
AM and FM radio signals are broad-
cast from transmitter towers located
around your city. They are intercept-
ed by the radio antenna on your vehi-
cle. This signal is then processed by
the radio and sent to your vehicle
speakers.
However, in some cases the signal
coming to your vehicle may not be
strong and clear.This can be due to factors, such as
the distance from the radio station,
closeness of other strong radio sta-
tions or the presence of buildings,
bridges or other large obstructions in
the area.
AM broadcasts can be received at
greater distances than FM broad-
casts. This is because AM radio
waves are transmitted at low fre-
quencies. These long distance,low
frequency radio waves can follow the
curvature of the earth rather than
travelling straight. In addition, they
curve around obstructions resulting
in better signal coverage.
JBM002
AM reception
JBM001
FM reception

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FM broadcasts are transmitted at
high frequencies and do not bend to
follow the earth's surface. Because
of this, FM broadcasts generally
begin to fade within short distances
from the station. Also, FM signals are
easily affected by buildings, moun-
tains, and obstructions. This can
lead to undesirable or unpleasant lis-
tening conditions which might lead
you to believe a problem exists with
your radio. The following conditions
are normal and do not indicate radio
trouble:
Fading - As your vehicle moves
away from the radio station, the
signal will weaken and sound will
begin to fade. When this occurs,
we suggest that you select another
stronger station.
Flutter/Static - Weak FM signals or large obstructions between the
transmitter and your radio can dis-
turb the signal causing static or
fluttering noises to occur. Reducing
the treble level may lessen this
effect until the disturbance clears. Station Swapping - As an FM sig-
nal weakens, another more power-
ful signal near the same frequency
may begin to play. This is because
your radio is designed to lock onto
the clearest signal. If this occurs,
select another station with a
stronger signal.
Multi-Path Cancellation - Radio signals being received from sever-
al directions can cause distortion
or fluttering. This can be caused by
a direct and reflected signal from
the same station, or by signals
from two stations with close fre-
quencies. If this occurs, select
another station until the condition
has passed.
JBM003
FM radio station
JBM005JBM004

Audio system
Using a cellular phone or a two-way radio
When a cellular phone is used inside
the vehicle, noise may be produced
from the audio system. This does not
mean that something is wrong with
the audio equipment. In such a case,
try to operate mobile devices as far
from the audio equipment as possi-
ble.
When using a communication sys-
tem such as a cellular phone or a
radio set inside the vehicle, a sepa-
rate external antenna must be fitted.
When a cellular phone or a radio set
is used with an internal antenna
alone, it may interfere with the vehi-
cle's electrical system and adversely
affect safe operation of the vehicle.
WARNING- Cell phone use
Do not use a cellular phone
while driving. Stop at a safe
location to use a cellular phone.
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WARNING- Antenna
Do not touch the antenna dur-
ing thunder or lightening as
such acts may lead to lightning
induced electric shock.WARNING- Driver Distraction
Do not stare at the screen while driving. Staring at the
screen for prolonged periods
of time could lead to traffic
accidents.
Using the phone while driving may lead to a lack of attention
of traffic conditions and
increase the likelihood of acci-
dents. Use the phone feature
after parking the vehicle.
WARNING- Audio System
Do not disassemble, assem- ble, or modify the audio sys-
tem. Such acts could result in
fire or electric shock.
Exercise caution not to spill water or introduce foreign
objects into the device. Such
acts could lead to smoke, fire,
or product malfunction.
CAUTION
Refrain from use if the screen isblank or no sound can be heardas these signs may indicateproduct malfunction. Continueduse in this condition may fur-ther damage the system.

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Feature of Your Audio
Head unit
❈The actual features in the vehicle
may differ from the illustration. (1)
RADIO
Start FM, AM and SiriusXM.
(2) MEDIA
Select USB(iPod
®), Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology(BT) Audio,
AUX, My Music or Pandora.
Display the media menu when two or more media are connected or
when the [MEDIA] button is
pressed in media mode.
(3) PHONE
Start
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
Phone mode.
(4) POWER/VOL knob
Turn to adjust the volume.
Press to turn the device on or off.
(5) SEEK/TRACK
Search for frequencies in radio mode.
Change the current song in media mode. (6)
[1]~ [6] (Preset)
Save/play presets in radio mode.
Select/launch the numeric menus displayed on the screen.