2020 KIA NIRO PHEV Quick Start Guide Base Audio

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a Access the files list.
b Display the options list.
Media Sources: Select a media
storage device you want to use.
Songs by this Artist: Move to
the list of songs by the artist
currently playing.
Songs from this Album: Move to
the list of songs from the album
currently playing.
Hide Current File: Hide the
current file.
Sound Settings: Customize the
system sound settings.
> See
″ Configuring the sound settings.″
 User′s Manual on Web (QR
Code): Access the web manual
via the QR code. For safety
reasons, you can access the QR
code only when your vehicle is
stationary.
c Return to the previous level.
d Information about the song
currently playing. Press a song′s
artist or album information to
access a list of songs by the artist
or from the album playing.
e Current file number and total
number of files
f Change the repeat play mode.
g Activate or deactivate the shuffle
play mode.
h Restart the current playback or
play the previous file. Press and
hold to rewind.
i Pause or resume playback.
j Play the next file. Press and hold to
fast forward.
k Playback time and playback
position
\335 Caution
Start the engine of your vehicle before
connecting a USB device to your system.
Starting the engine with a USB device
connected to the system may damage
the USB device.
Be careful of static electricity when
connecting or disconnecting a USB
device. A static discharge may cause a
system malfunction.
Be careful not to let your body or
external objects contact the USB port.
Doing so may cause an accident or a
system malfunction.
Do not connect and disconnect a USB
connector repeatedly in a short time.
Doing so may cause an error in the
device or a system malfunction.
Do not use a USB device for purposes
other than playing files. Using USB
accessories for charging or heating may
cause poor performance or a system
malfunction.

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\333Note
Depending on the vehicle model or
specifications, displayed screens and
available functions may vary.
When connecting a USB storage device,
do not use an extension cable. If you use
a USB hub or an extension cable, the
device may not be recognized.
Fully insert a USB connector into the
USB port. Failure to do so may cause a
communication error.
When you disconnect a USB device, a
distorted noise may occur.
The system can play only files encoded
in a standard format.
The following types of USB devices may
not be recognized or work correctly:
- Encrypted MP3 players
-USB devices not recognized as
removable disks
A USB device may not be recognized
depending on its condition.
Some USB devices may be incompatible
with your system.
Depending on the USB device's type,
capacity, or the format of files, USB
recognition time may be longer.
Depending on the specification, some
USB devices may not support charging
via a USB connection.
[Controlling the USB player
Use the buttons on the media player
screen to control the music playback.
Pausing/Resuming playback
Press to pause music playback. Press
to resume playback.
Rewinding/Fast forwarding
Press and hold or to rewind or
fast forward the song.
 Alternatively, use the Search backward
button (SEEK) or the Search forward
button (TRACK) on the control panel.
You can also use the Search lever/
button on the steering wheel.
You can change the playback position
by pressing the progress bar on the
screen. Music will begin playing from
the selected location.

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Restarting the current playback
After three seconds of playback have
elapsed, press
to restart the current
song.
Alternatively, use the Search backward
button (SEEK) on the control panel.
You can also use the Search lever/
button on the steering wheel.
Playing the previous or next song
Press within the first three seconds
of the current song to play the previous
song. After three seconds of playback
have elapsed, press
twice. Press
to play the next song.
Alternatively, use the Search backward
button (SEEK) or the Search forward
button (TRACK) on the control panel.
You can also use the Search lever/
button on the steering wheel.
On the control panel, turn the Search
knob (TUNE FILE) to find the desired
song and press the knob within five
seconds to play the file. If no control
is detected within five seconds, the
search is canceled and the screen
displays information about the song
currently playing.
Playing repeatedly
Press to play a file on repeat.
Each time you press the button, the
corresponding mode icon appears on
the button.
\333 Note
Depending on the current playlist,
available repeat play modes may vary.
Playing in random order
Press to shuffle the play order.
Hiding the current file
Press Menu > Hide Current File to
hide the currently playing file from
the system. The file is moved to the
″Hidden_″ folder.
\333 Note
Only USB storage devices formatted in
FAT16/32 support hiding files.

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[Searching for music files on
a files list
Access a files list to search for and select
a song.
1 On the music playback screen,
press List.
2 Press the screen to open
a folder, move to another
category, or play a music file.
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a Display the options list.
Media Sources: Select a media
storage device you want to use.
Now Playing: Return to the
currently playing file if it is not
visible on the current screen.
b Return to the previous level.
c Move up to another folder/
category.
d Play all files in the selected folder
or category.
e Search for a song based on
categories.
f Scroll bar
Listening to music via
Bluetooth
You can listen to music stored in the
connected Bluetooth audio device via your
vehicle's speakers.
[ Starting the Bluetooth audio
player
1 Connect a Bluetooth-enabled
device to your system, such
as a mobile phone or an MP3
player.
> See ″Connecting Bluetooth
devices.″
2 Press All Menus > Media on
the Home screen, or press the
Media button on the control
panel.
 If you have multiple media storage
devices, press the Media button on
the control panel again and press
Bluetooth Audio from the media
selection window.
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a If two Bluetooth audio devices are
connected to your system, select a
device to play music from.
b Display the options list.
Media Sources: Select a media
storage device you want to use.
Connections : Search for and
connect another Bluetooth
device.
 Sound Settings: Customize the
system sound settings.
> See
″ Configuring the sound settings.″
 User′s Manual on Web (QR
Code): Access the web manual
via the QR code. For safety
reasons, you can access the QR
code only when your vehicle is
stationary.
c Return to the previous level.
d Information about the song
currently playing
e Restart the current playback. Press
twice to play the previous file.
f Pause or resume playback.
g Play the next file.
h Playback time and playback
position
\333 Note
Depending on the vehicle model or
specifications, displayed screens and
available functions may vary.
Depending on the connected Bluetooth
device, mobile phone, or the music
player you are using, playback controls
may differ.
Depending on the music player you are
using, streaming may not be supported.
Depending on the connected Bluetooth
device or mobile phone, some functions
may not be supported.
If you connect a media device or
mobile phone to your system via both
Bluetooth and a USB cable, your system
or device may not operate correctly. To
use a Bluetooth connection, disconnect
any cable connection to the device.
[Controlling the Bluetooth
audio player
Use the buttons on the media player
screen to control the music playback.
\333 Note
Depending on the connected Bluetooth
device, mobile phone, or the music player
you are using, playback controls may
differ.

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Pausing/Resuming playback
Press to pause music playback. Press
to resume playback.
Restarting the current playback
After three seconds of playback have
elapsed, press
to restart the current
song.
 Alternatively, use the Search backward
button (SEEK) on the control panel.
You can also use the Search lever/
button on the steering wheel.
Playing the previous or next song
Press twice to play the previous
song. Press to play the next song.
Alternatively, use the Search backward
button (SEEK) or the Search forward
button (TRACK) on the control panel.
You can also use the Search lever/
button on the steering wheel.

Connecting Bluetooth devicesMaking a call via Bluetooth
Answering a call via Bluetooth
Phone
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Connecting Bluetooth
devices
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless
networking technology. Via Bluetooth,
you can connect nearby mobile devices
wirelessly to send and receive data
between connected devices. This enables
you to use your devices effectively.
On your system, you can use only the
Bluetooth Handsfree and Audio features.
Connect a mobile device that supports the
Bluetooth Handsfree or Audio feature.
\334Warning
Park your vehicle in a safe location before
connecting Bluetooth devices. Distracted
driving can cause a traffic accident and
lead to personal injury or death.
\333Note
For more information on Bluetooth-
enabled devices and their functional
compatibility, visit the KIA Motors America
website (https://www.kia.com).
Pairing devices with your
system
For Bluetooth connections, first pair your
device with your system to add it to the
Bluetooth devices list. You can register up
to six devices.
1 On the Home screen, press
All Menus > Setup > Device
Connections > Bluetooth >
Bluetooth Connections > Add
New .
If you are pairing a device with your
system for the first time, you can
also press the Call/Answer button on
the steering wheel. Alternatively, on
the Home screen, press All Menus
> Phone.
2 Select a function you want to
use and press OK.