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The screen may become distorted by strong
magnetic fields.
Maintenance of display:
CAUTION
.To clean the display, stop the vehicle
in a safe location.
. Clean the display with the ignition
switch in the “OFF” position. If the
display is cleaned while the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position, unin-
tentional operation may occur.
. To clean the display, never use a
rough cloth, alcohol, benzine, thinner
and any kind of solvent or paper towel
with a chemical cleaning agent. They
will scratch or deteriorate the panel.
. Do not splash any liquid such as water
or car fragrance on the display. Con-
tact with liquid will cause the system
to malfunction.
. When cleaning the display, use the
dedicated cleaning cloth.
. Before cleaning, wipe away any sand or
dust from the surface of the display and shake out the exclusive cloth in order to
prevent damaging the display.
. If the display is heavily soiled, moisten
the dedicated cleaning cloth and then
clean the display. If the exclusive cloth is
moistened, be sure to dry it out suffi-
ciently before storing it. Color may be
transferred to objects that it comes in
contact with.
. The dedicated cleaning cloth retains its
cleaning properties even if it is washed
repeatedly.
. When washing the exclusive cloth, be
sure to rinse it thoroughly so that no
detergent remains.
. When ironing the exclusive cloth, iron
using a low temperature setting 176 to
248 °F (80 to 120°C).
INFINITI CONTROLLER (Type A)
(if so equipped)
The INFINITI controller operates the upper
display.
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2. Getting started
(models with
Around View® Monitor system)
Push to view the Around View® Moni-
tor screen.
Refer to the vehicle Owner’s Manual for
details.
Push and hold to control the brightness.
“Screen settings” (page 2-34)
<
> (models without Around View®
Monitor system)
Push for brightness control. Push and
hold to turn the display on/off (for the
upper and lower displays).
“Screen settings” (page 2-34)
<>
Push to go back to the previous screen.
Push to enter the selected item.
Models with navigation system:
If this button is pushed while a map is
displayed, the shortcut menu is shown
on the upper display.
“Shortcut menu” (page 2-13)
Models without navigation system:
If this button is pushed when no item is
selected, the shortcut menu is shown on the upper display.
“Shortcut menu” (page 2-13)
Center dial/Slide switch
Slide or turn to select an item on the
upper display or to adjust a setting
(volume, brightness, etc.).
Models with navigation system:
While the map screen is displayed,
adjust the map scale by turning the dial.
“Changing scale of map” (page 6-7)
While the map screen is displayed, scroll
the map screen by sliding the switch.
“Moving map” (page 6-6)
INFO:
While Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto
screen is displayed on the upper display,
<
/OK>, <>and Center dial/Slide
switch can operate Apple CarPlay® or
Android Auto screen.
“Apple CarPlay®” (page 5-18)“Android AutoTM” (page 5-22)
STEERING WHEEL SWITCHES
(Type A) (if so equipped)
The steering wheel switches mainly control
the upper display (volume adjustment,
menu selection, voice recognition, Hands-
Free Phone).
<> (BACK)
Push this switch during a setting opera-
tion to return to the previous screen.
Tilt to select an item on the screen. Push
to enter the selected item.
Audio operations are possible by tilting
the switch.
“Steering wheel mounted audio
control (Type A)” (page 3-12)
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Models with navigation system:
When this switch is pushed while a map
is displayed, the shortcut menu is shown
on the upper display.
“Shortcut menu” (page 2-13)
Models without navigation system:
When this switch is pushed when no
item is selected, the shortcut menu is
shown on the upper display.
“Shortcut menu” (page 2-13)
<-+> (Volume control)
Push to adjust the volume.
<> (TALK)
Push to use the Voice Recognition
System.
“Giving voice commands”
(page 7-2)
Pushing and holding this switch will
allow various operations depending on
the conditions.
- While using the Voice Recognition
System, exit the voice recognition ses-
sion.
“Giving voice commands”
(page 7-2)
- When Apple CarPlay® or Android
Auto is active, start a Siri® or Google Assistant session.
“Siri® operation” (page 5-19)“Google AssistantTMoperation”
(page 5-24)
- When your iPhone® is connected to
in-vehicle system via Bluetooth® with
Apple CarPlay® not used, Siri® Eyes
Free is activated.
“Siri® Eyes Free” (page 5-26)
- When the Voice Recognition System,
Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto is not
used with no Bluetooth® device con-
nected, the Bluetooth® connection
screen is displayed.
“Setting devices” (page 2-28)
<> (PHONE)
Push to display the Hands-Free Phone
operation screen.
When you receive a phone call, push this
switch to answer the call.
“4. Hands-Free Phone”
Pushing and holding this switch will
start a voice recognition session for
making a phone call.
STEERING WHEEL SWITCHES
(Type B) (if so equipped)
The steering wheel switches mainly control
the upper display (volume adjustment,
menu selection, voice recognition, Hands-
Free Phone).
<> (BACK)
Push this switch during a setting opera-
tion to return to the previous screen.
Tilt to select an item on the screen. Push
to enter the selected item.
Audio operations are possible by tilting
the switch.
“Steering wheel mounted audio
control (Type B)” (page 3-12)
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![INFINITI QX80 2021 Infiniti Connection 2. Getting started
Setting itemResult
[Touch Sensitive Door Sensor] When this item is turned ON, you can unlock vehicle doors by
touching the inside of the door handle. When it is OFF, you can
unlock INFINITI QX80 2021 Infiniti Connection 2. Getting started
Setting itemResult
[Touch Sensitive Door Sensor] When this item is turned ON, you can unlock vehicle doors by
touching the inside of the door handle. When it is OFF, you can
unlock](/manual-img/42/35007/w960_35007-35.png)
2. Getting started
Setting itemResult
[Touch Sensitive Door Sensor] When this item is turned ON, you can unlock vehicle doors by
touching the inside of the door handle. When it is OFF, you can
unlock vehicle doors by pushing the request switch. Refer to the
vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.
[Lane Change (3 Flashes)] Sets Lane change 3 flash.
[Reverse Link Wiper] Sets the Reverse Link Wiper.
[Drip Wipe] Sets Drip wipe.
[Answer Back Exterior Light] Sets welcome light and farewell light function.
[Selective Door Unlock] When this item is turned ON, you can use this function to unlock an
assigned door. When this item is turned OFF, all doors will unlock.
[Lift Steering upon Exit] Sets Lift Steering upon Exit.
[Slide Driver Seat Back on Exit] Sets Driver Seat Back on Exit.
[Return All Settings to Default] All vehicle setting values are returned to the default settings.
[Drive Mode Enhancement] [ECO Pedal] Sets the ECO pedal to [OFF], [Soft], or [Standard]. Refer to the
vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.
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Setting itemResult
[Meter] [Main Menu Se-
lection] [HOME]
Selects the preferred item to be displayed on the vehicle informa-
tion display. Refer to the vehicle Owner’s Manual for details of each
item.
[Audio]
[Navigation]
[Range]
[Instant Speed]
[Average Speed]
[Trip Distance & Time]
[Fuel Economy]
[Cruise]
[Driving Aids]
[Tire Pressure]
[Variable Compression
Turbo]
[Chassis Control]
[Traffic sign]
[Blank]
[Eco mode set-
tings] [Display Mode]
Switch the display modes between [Pedal Guide] and [Instant Fuel
Economy].
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![INFINITI QX80 2021 Infiniti Connection Radio Menu
Touch [FM Menu], [AM Menu], and [SXM Menu] on each radio screen to display the corresponding menu screen.
Available menu items may vary depending on models and specifications.
[FM Menu]/[AM INFINITI QX80 2021 Infiniti Connection Radio Menu
Touch [FM Menu], [AM Menu], and [SXM Menu] on each radio screen to display the corresponding menu screen.
Available menu items may vary depending on models and specifications.
[FM Menu]/[AM](/manual-img/42/35007/w960_35007-66.png)
Radio Menu
Touch [FM Menu], [AM Menu], and [SXM Menu] on each radio screen to display the corresponding menu screen.
Available menu items may vary depending on models and specifications.
[FM Menu]/[AM Menu]:
[SCAN]To scan tune the stations, touch [FM Menu] or [AM Menu] on the radio screen and then
touch [SCAN]. The stations will be tuned from low to high frequencies and stop at each
broadcasting station for several seconds. Touching [SCAN] again during this period of
several seconds will stop scan tuning and the radio will remain tuned to that station.
[Radio Text] Displays the radio text information.
[Refresh] Touch to update the station list displayed on the right side of the FM or AM menu screen.
Station List Displays the station list on the right side of the FM or AM menu screen.
[SXM Menu]:
[Now Playing] Touch to display the SiriusXM® screen.
[Channel List] Touch to display the channel list.
[Direct Tune] Touch to select a channel by entering channel number directly. Touch [Now Playing] to return to the
SiriusXM® screen without any changes.
[Tag Artist] Touch to save the current artist as a favorite.
[Tag Song] Touch to save the current song as a favorite.
[Categories] Touch to select a channel by selecting from the category list.
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To replace the battery:
1. Open the lid as illustrated above.
2. Replace both batteries with new ones.
.Recommended battery: Size AA x 2
.Be careful not to touch the batteryterminal.
.Make sure that the +and 7ends on
the batteries match the markings in-
side the compartment.
3. Close the lid securely.
.If you will not be using the remote controller for long periods of time,
remove the batteries.
.Replacement of the batteries is
needed when the remote controller
only functions at extremely close
distances to the Mobile Entertain-
ment System or when it does not
function at all.
Headphones
Two wireless headphones are provided with
the Mobile Entertainment System. The
headphones can only be used in the rear
seats.
:
Push to select a surround audio mode
optimal for the media. Three types of
virtual surround modes supported by
Natune surround sound technology are
available. When the surround audio
modes are turned off, a regular 2.0 ch stereo mode is applied.
Mode indicators:
The selected surround audio mode will
illuminate.
CINEMA:
Optimum mode for movies. Provides
powerful surround audio as if you are
in a theater.
MUSIC:
Provides natural and clear sounds with
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![INFINITI QX80 2021 Infiniti Connection AUDIO SETTINGS
1. Push<MENU> and touch [Settings].
2. Touch [Sound].
Available setting items may vary depending on models, specifications and software version.
Available setting items
Setting items Ac INFINITI QX80 2021 Infiniti Connection AUDIO SETTINGS
1. Push<MENU> and touch [Settings].
2. Touch [Sound].
Available setting items may vary depending on models, specifications and software version.
Available setting items
Setting items Ac](/manual-img/42/35007/w960_35007-104.png)
AUDIO SETTINGS
1. Push