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Controlling the media player
Use the buttons at the bottom of the playback screen to control the
media player.
Pausing/Resuming playback
Touch to pause playback. Touch to resume playing your music.
Rewinding/Fast forwarding
Touch and hold or to rewind or fast forward. Alternatively,
press and hold the [ SEEK] or [TRACK ] button on the control
panel.
•You can also push and hold the [/] lever on the steering
wheel.
Restarting the current playback
After the song has played for 3 seconds, touch or press the
[ SEEK] button on the control panel to restart the current song.
•You can also push the [/] lever downward on the steering
wheel.
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Playing the previous or next song
To play the previous song, touch or press the [ SEEK] button
on the control panel within the first 3 seconds of the current song. To
play the next song, touch KIA SPORTAGE 2020 Quick Reference Guide 24
Playing the previous or next song
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Playing the previous or next song
To play the previous song, touch or press the [ SEEK] button
on the control panel within the first 3 seconds of the current song. To
play the next song, touch or press the [TRACK ] button on the
control panel.
•You can also use the [/] lever on the steering wheel.
ÛNote
•If more than 3 seconds of playback have elapsed, touch
twice or press the [ SEEK] button on the control panel twice to
play the previous song.
•On the control panel, turn the [FILE] knob 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
Touch Repeat to play a file on repeat. The repeat play mode changes
each time you touch it. The corresponding mode icon will be
displayed on the screen. Depending on the current media or playlist,
available repeat play modes may vary.
Playing in random order
Touch Shuffle to shuffle an album or playlist. The shuffle play mode
is activated or deactivated each time you touch it. When you activate
the shuffle mode, the corresponding mode icon will be displayed
on the screen. Depending on the current media or playlist, available
shuffle play modes may vary.
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Using Bluetooth
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.
To use Bluetooth, you must first connect a Bluetooth-enabled device to
your system, such as a mobile phone or an MP3 player. Ensure that the
device you want to connect supports Bluetooth.
ÜWarning
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.
ÛNote
•On your system, you can use only Bluetooth Handsfree and Audio
features. Connect a mobile device that supports the Bluetooth
Handsfree or Audio feature.
•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 system′s list of Bluetooth devices. You can register up to five
devices.
1 On the Home screen, touch All Menus > Setup >
Bluetooth > Bluetooth Connection > Add New.
•If you are pairing a device with your system for the first time, you
can also press the [] button on the steering wheel. Alternatively,
on the Home screen, touch All Menus > Phone.
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2 On the Bluetooth device you want to connect, activate
Bluetooth, search for your vehicle′s system, and then
select it.
•Check the system′s Bluetooth name, which is displayed in the new
registration pop-up window on the system screen.
3 Ensure that the Bluetooth passkeys displayed on the
Bluetooth device screen and the system screen are the
same and confirm the connection from the device.
4 Choose whether or not to connect the Bluetooth device
to your system prior to other devices.
•If you grant priority to the Bluetooth device, it will be connected
automatically to the system when you turn on the system.
5 If you are connecting a mobile phone, permit the
system to access and download your data from the
device.
•Downloading data is only for Bluetooth call functions. Permission
is not required if you are connecting an audio device.
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[Connecting a paired device
To use a Bluetooth device on your system, connect the paired device to
the system. Your system can connect with only one device at a time.
1 On the Home screen, touch All Menus > Setup >
Bluetooth > Bluetooth Connection.
2 Touch Connect next to the device you want to connect.
•If another device is already connected to your system, disconnect
it. Touch Disconnect next to the device.
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a View Bluetooth help.
b Connect the device.
c Disconnect the device.
d Pair a new device with your system.
e Delete paired devices. Downloaded data from devices will also be
deleted.
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Using a Bluetooth audio device
You can listen to music stored in the connected Bluetooth audio device
via your vehicle′s speakers.
On the control panel, press the [MEDIA] button.
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Using a Bluetooth audio device
You can listen to music stored in the connected Bluetooth audio device
via your vehicle′s speakers.
On the control panel, press the [MEDIA] button.
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Using a Bluetooth audio device
You can listen to music stored in the connected Bluetooth audio device
via your vehicle′s speakers.
On the control panel, press the [MEDIA] button.
•If you have multiple media storage devices, press the [MEDIA] button
again and touch Bluetooth Audio from the media selection window.
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a Search for and connect another Bluetooth device.
b Display the options list.
•Change Device: Search for and connect another Bluetooth device.
•Sound Settings: Customize the system sound settings.
c Return to the previous level.
d Information about the song currently playing
e Repeat play mode
f Shuffle play mode
g Restart the current playback. Touch twice to play the previous file.
You can also press the [ SEEK] button on the control panel or use
the [/] lever on the steering wheel.
h Pause or resume playback.
i Play the next file. You can also press the [TRACK ] button on the
control panel or use the [/] lever on the steering wheel.
j Change the repeat play mode.
k Activate or deactivate the shuffle play mode.
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Using a Bluetooth phone
You can use Bluetooth to talk on the phone hands free. View call
information on the system screen, and make or receive calls safely and
conveniently via the vehicle′s built-in microphone and speakers.
ÜWarning
•Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that
may lead to an accident, severe bodily injury, or death. The driver’s
primary responsibility is the safe and legal operation of the vehicle,
and the use of any vehicle systems, including the touch screen and
steering wheel controls, which take the driver’s eyes, attention, and
focus away from the safe operation of the vehicle, or which are not
permissible by law, should never be used during the operation of the
vehicle.
•Park your vehicle in a safe location before connecting any Bluetooth
devices. Distracted driving can cause a traffic accident and lead to
personal injury or death.
•Never dial a phone number or pick up your mobile phone while
driving. Use of a mobile phone may distract your attention, making
it difficult to recognize external conditions and reducing the ability to
cope with unexpected situations, which may lead to an accident.
[Making a call
If your mobile phone is connected to the system, you can make a call
by selecting a name from your call history or contacts list. You can also
enter a phone number on the keypad.
1 On the Home screen, touch All Menus > Phone.
•Alternatively, press the [] button on the steering wheel.
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2 If you have multiple paired mobile devices, select a
mobile phone from your list of paired devices.
3 Select a phone number from your call history.
•You can find the number you want by pushing the [/] lever
on the steering wheel. You do not need to touch the screen.
•To select a phone number from your contacts list, touch .
•To enter a phone number manually, touch .
4 To end the call, press the [] button on the steering
wheel or touch End on the call screen.