2020 KIA NIRO PHEV USB port

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USB playback
SymptomPossible cause Solution
The files on the USB
storage device are
not recognized. File format not compatible
Copy compatible media files to
the USB device and reconnect the
device.
> See ″USB mode.″
Poor connectionDisconnect the USB storage device
from the USB port and reconnect
it correctly.
Damaged or dirty USB
connectors Remove foreign substances from
the USB connector of the storage
device and the contact surface of
the USB port.
USB hub or extension cable
used Connect the USB storage device
directly to the USB port.
Non-standard USB storage
device used Use a USB storage device that is
compatible with the system.
> See
″ USB mode.″
Corrupt USB storage device Format the USB storage device on
a PC and reconnect it. Format the
device in FAT16/32.

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Phone projection
SymptomPossible causeSolution
Phone projection
does not start when
a smartphone is
connected via a USB
cable. Phone projection not
supported by the
phone
Visit the following websites and ensure
that the smartphone supports one of the
corresponding functions.

Android Auto: https://support.google.
com/androidauto
Apple CarPlay: https://www.apple.com/
ios/carplay
Phone projection
disabled
 On the Home screen, press All Menus
> Setup > Device Connections , then
select a function you want to use.
 Check if phone projection is disabled
in the application settings or if there
are any restrictions set on your
smartphone.
Smartphone
not ready or
malfunctioning
 Check if the smartphone′s battery
is low. If the battery is low, the
smartphone may not be recognized.
If the network signal is weak, phone
projection may not work correctly.
If the smartphone is locked, unlock it.
Reset the smartphone and reconnect it.
When phone
projection starts or is
in use, a black screen
is displayed. Smartphone
malfunctioning

Disconnect the USB cable from the
smartphone and reconnect the cable.
Reset the smartphone and reconnect it.

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Product specifications
Media player
[USB mode
# Music
Item Specifications
Audio file
specification MPEG-1/2 Layer3, OGG (Vorbis), FLAC, WMA (Standard/
Professional), WAV
Bit rates/Sampling
frequency MP3
8 to 320 kbps (CBR/VBR), to 48 kHz (ID3 tag version:
Ver. 1.0, Ver. 1.1, Ver. 2.2, Ver. 2.3, Ver. 2.4)
OGG Q1 to Q10, to 48 kHz
FLAC 8/16/24 bit, to 48 kHz
WMA
 Standard (0x161): to L3 Profile, to 385 kbps, to 48 kHz
Professional (0x162): to M0b, to 192 kbps, to 48 kHz
WAV 8/16 bit, to 48 kHz
Detailed
specifications
 Maximum number of directory layers: 20
Maximum length of folder/file names: 255 byte
Supported characters for folder/file names: Alphanumeric
characters, Korean standard character set 2,350 characters,
Simplified Chinese 4,888 characters
Maximum number of folders: 2,000 (including ROOT)
Maximum number of files: 8,000

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\333Note
You cannot play the following types of files:
- Modified files (files whose file format has changed)
-Variant files (for example, MP3 files encoded with WMA audio codec)
Sound quality of music files using a bit rate in more than 192 kbps is not guaranteed.
For files that do not use a fixed bit rate, some functions may not work or the playback time
may be incorrect.
If an error occurs when you play a file or the file is not in supported format, c\
hange the file
format by using the latest encoding software.
# USB storage devices
Item Specifications
Byte/Sector 64 kbyte or less
Format system FAT16/32 (recommended), exFAT, NTFS
\333Note
Operation is guaranteed only for a metal cover type USB storage device with a plug type
connector.
- USB storage devices with a plastic plug may not be recognized.
-USB storage devices in memory card types, such as CF card or SD cards, may not be
recognized.
Any problems caused by the use of USB storage devices not listed in the following table
are not covered by the warranty.
Product name Manufacturer
XTICK LG Electronics Inc.
BMK BMK Technology Co., Ltd.
SKY-DRV Sky Digital Co., Ltd.
TRANSCEND JetFlash Transcend Information, Inc.
Sandisk Cruzer SanDisk
Micro ZyRUS ZyRUS
NEXTIK Digiworks Co., Ltd.

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USB hard disk drives may not be recognized.
When you use a large capacity USB storage device with multiple logical drives, only files
stored on the first drive will be recognized.
If an application program is loaded on a USB storage device, the corresponding media
files may not play.
Common specifications
Item Specifications
Power supply DC 14.4 V
Operating power DC 9 to 16 V
Dark current (if UVO not
supported) 1 mA or less
Sleep current (if UVO
supported)
 Average current within 168 hours of ACC off: 10 mA or less
Average current after 168 hours of ACC off: 1 mA or less
Operating temperature -20 to +70 °C (-4 to +158 °F)
Storage temperature -40 to +85 °C (-40 to +185 °F)
Current consumption 2.5 A
Radio
ItemSpecifications
Channels A2
 FM: 87.5 to 107.9 MHz (Step: 200 kHz)
AM: 530 to 1710 kHz (Step: 10 kHz)
Sensitivity
 FM: 10 dBuV or lower
AM: 35 dBu EMF or lower
Distortion factor 2 % or less
\333Note
Depending on the vehicle model or specifications, available radio channels may vary.

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U
USB mode
connecting devices 4-2
device specifications 9-13
file specifications 9-12
USB player
accessing lists 4-6
hiding files 4-5
pausing/resuming 4-4
playing 4-2
playing the previous/next file 4-5
repeat play 4-5
restarting playback 4-5
rewinding/fast forwarding 4-4
shuffle play 4-5
USB port 4-2
UVO
911 call 7-8
activation 7-3
maintenance intervals 7-6
menu, access 7-4
notices 2-10
roadside assistance 7-6
settings 7-7
vehicle diagnosis 7-5
virtual assistant 7-7
V
vehicle settings 8-2
voice memos
playing 6-3
recording 6-3
volume settings 8-11