2021 INFINITI QX80 CD player

2. Getting started
When this switch is pushed while a map
is displayed, 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.
USB (Universal Serial Bus) CON-
NECTION PORTS AND AUX (aux-
iliary) INPUT JACK (if so equipped)
The vehicle is equipped with USB connection
ports and an AUX input jack. When con-
nected, the in-vehicle audio system can play
audio contents from the compatible device.
The USB connection ports and the AUX
input jack are located in the center console
box.
AUX (Auxiliary) input jack:
Connect an audio player that accepts a
1/8 in (3.5 mm) TRS connector (such as
an MP3 player etc.) to play music.
USB connection port:
Connect a compatible device to play
media such as an iPod® or a USB
memory device.
Connect an iPhone® or an Android
phone to use Apple CarPlay® or An-
droid Auto.
USB connection port (for USB Type-C
only):
Connect a compatible device to play
media such as an iPod® or a USB
memory device.
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2. Getting started
.Accessibility may be disabled depending
on radio wave reception.
. When the automatic connection is active
on your device and the Network Name
(SSID) is already registered, turning
[Vehicle Hotspot] on will automatically
connect the device to the vehicle.
. The other wireless communication may
cause interference with the Wi-Fi Hot-
spot function and a delay may occur.
. When operating the device in the vehicle,
always obey the legal requirements in
the state or province where you are
driving.
Displaying USB device information
The information of the connected USB
device can be viewed.
“USB memory device player”
(page 3-24)
1. Push

3 Audio system
Audio operation precautions ......................................... 3-2Radio ........................................................................\
....... 3-2
Compact Disc (CD) ..................................................... 3-4
USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection port ........ 3-5
Compressed Audio Files (MP3/WMA/AAC) ..... 3-6
Bluetooth® audio ...................................................... 3-10
Names and functions of audio control buttons ..... 3-11
Audio main buttons .................................................. 3-11
Steering wheel mounted audio control (Type A)
(if so equipped) .......................................................... 3-12
Steering wheel mounted audio control (Type B)
(if so equipped) .......................................................... 3-12
Audio operations ............................................................ 3-13 Audio main operation .............................................. 3-13
Radio ........................................................................\
..... 3-14
Compact Disc (CD) player (if so equipped) ........ 3-22
USB memory device player .................................... 3-24
iPod® player ............................................................... 3-27
Bluetooth® audio ...................................................... 3-31 Auxiliary (AUX) devices (if so equipped) ........... 3-34
Smartphone audio ................................................... 3-35
Mobile Entertainment System (MES) (if
so equipped) .................................................................... 3-36 Precautions ............................................................... 3-36
Technical Information ............................................ 3-37
Remote controller and headphones ................... 3-46
Rear media interface ............................................. 3-50
Activating rear displays ........................................ 3-50
Operations on rear displays ................................. 3-51
Setting and information ........................................ 3-52
Controlling the rear system on the
front display .............................................................. 3-53
Operating tips .......................................................... 3-55
Care and maintenance ........................................... 3-56
Audio settings ................................................................. 3-57
CD/USB memory device care and cleaning ........... 3-58 CD (if so equipped) ................................................. 3-58
USB memory device ............................................... 3-58

3. Audio system
COMPACT DISC (CD)
.Do not force a CD into the CD slot. This
could damage the CD and/or CD player.
. Trying to load a CD with the CD door
closed could damage the CD and/or CD
player. .
During cold weather or rainy days, the
player may malfunction due to the
humidity. If this occurs, remove the CD
and dehumidify or ventilate the player
completely.
. The player may skip while driving on
rough roads.
. The CD player sometimes cannot func-
tion when the passenger compartment
temperature is extremely high. Decrease
the temperature before use.
. Only use high quality 4.7 in (12 cm) round
discs that have the “COMPACT disc
DIGITAL AUDIO” logo on the disc or
packaging.
. Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight.
. CDs that are of poor quality, dirty,
scratched, covered with fingerprints or
that have pin holes may not work
properly.
. The following CDs may not work prop-
erly:
— Copy control compact discs (CCCD)
— Recordable compact discs (CD-R)
— Rewritable compact discs (CD-RW) .
Do not use the following CDs as they
may cause the CD player to malfunction.
— 3.1 in (8 cm) discs
— CDs that are not round
— CDs with a paper label
— CDs that are warped, scratched, or have abnormal edges
. This audio system can only play prere-
corded CDs. It has no capabilities to
record or burn CDs.
. If the CD cannot be played, one of the
following messages will be displayed.
Disc read error:
Indicates a CLV, Focus, TOC or Access
error. Check and reinsert the CD. Make
sure that it is inserted correctly.
Please eject disc:
Indicates a mechanism error. If the CD
can be ejected, eject and reinsert the CD.
If the CD cannot be ejected, it is
recommended you visit an INFINITI
retailer for service.
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Unplayable file:
Indicates that a readable file is not found
on the inserted CD. Check the data in
your CD.
USB (Universal Serial Bus) CON-
NECTION PORT
WARNING
Do not connect, disconnect or operate the
USB device while driving. Doing so can be
a distraction. If distracted you could lose
control of your vehicle and cause an
accident or serious injury.
CAUTION
.Do not force the USB device into the
USB connection port. Inserting the
USB device tilted or up-side-down
into the port may damage the port.
Make sure that the USB device is
connected correctly into the USB
connection port.
. Do not grab the USB connection port
cover (if so equipped) when pulling
the USB device out of the port. This
could damage the port and the cover. .
Do not leave the USB cable in a place
where it can be pulled unintentionally.
Pulling the cable may damage the
port.
The vehicle is not equipped with a USB
device. USB devices should be purchased
separately as necessary.
This system cannot be used to format USB
devices. To format a USB device, use a
personal computer.
This system supports various USB memory
devices, USB hard drives and iPod® players.
Some USB devices may not be supported by
this system. . Partitioned USB devices may not be
played correctly.
. Some characters used in other languages
(Chinese, Japanese, etc.) are not dis-
played properly on the display. Using
English language characters with a USB
device is recommended. General notes for USB use:
Refer to your device manufacturer’s owner
information regarding the proper care of the
device.
Notes for iPod® use:
iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc., regis-
tered in the U.S. and other countries.
. Improperly plugging in the iPod® may
cause a checkmark to be displayed on
and off (flickering). Always make sure
that the iPod® is connected properly.
. Audiobooks may not play in the same
order as they appear on an iPod®.
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COMPACT DISC (CD) PLAYER (if so equipped)
How to view CD screen[CD Menu]:
Touch to display the CD Menu screen.
“CD Menu” (page 3-24)
[Source]:
Touch to switch to the source menu
screen.
“Selecting audio source”
(page 3-13)
Track information:
Track information such as the song
name, artist name and album name are
displayed.
Audio source indicator:
Indicates that CD is the currently se-
lected audio source.
Play time and progress bar:
The play time of the track is displayed.
The bar indicates the progress in playing
the current track.
Album artwork:
Image of an album artwork is displayed
when available if the setting is turned
on.
“CD Menu” (page 3-24)
CD operation keys:
Touch to control CD playback functions.
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[] Each time [] is touched, the
repeat mode changes.
“Changing play mode”
(page 3-23)
[
] Touch once to return to the beginning of the current track.
Touch again to select the pre-
vious track. Touch and hold to
rewind the current track.
[
] Touch to play the track.
[
] Touch to pause the track.
[
] Touch to select the next track. Touch and hold to fast-forward
the track.
[
] Each time [] is touched, the
random mode changes.
“Changing play mode”
(page 3-23)
CD player operation
Loading:
Insert a CD into the slot with the label side
facing up. The CD will be guided automati-
cally into the slot and start playing.
Activation and playing:
The CD mode can also be selected from the
source menu or by pushing /
with a CD loaded to play the CD.
“Selecting audio source” (page 3-13)“Audio main buttons” (page 3-11)
Skipping tracks:
Skip the tracks with the following opera-
tions. . Control panel
— Push
. Steering wheel
— Tilt <
/OK>
. Touch screen
— Touch [
]/[]
INFO:
Depending on the condition, skipping to the
previous track may require pushing the
button or touching the key twice. Pushing
the button or touching the key once may
only restart the current track from the
beginning.
Changing folders:
To change folders, touch [CD Menu].
“CD Menu” (page 3-24)
Skip to different folders with the following
operation. If no folders are found, tracks will be skipped.
. Control panel
— Push
Rewinding/fast-forwarding:
Rewind or fast-forward the track with the
following operations. . Control panel
— Push and hold
. Steering wheel
— Tilt and hold <
/OK>
. Touch screen
— Touch and hold [
]/[]
Changing play mode:
Repeat mode
Touch [
] on the CD screen to change the
repeat mode. The following modes are
available.
. CD
[All]: Repeat Album
[Track]: Repeat track
No text displayed: Repeat off
. CD with compressed audio files
[All]: Repeat all
[Folder]: Repeat folder/sub-folder
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[Track]: Repeat track
No text displayed: Repeat off
Random mode
Touch [
] on the CD screen to change the
random mode.
No text displayed: Random off
[Random]: Random play
Ejecting CD:
Push <
>to eject a CD. If the CD is ejected
and left unremoved, it will be reloaded into
the slot for protection.
INFO:
The ignition switch must be placed in the
ACC or ON position in order for the CD to
eject.
CD Menu
Touch [CD Menu] on the CD screen to
display the CD menu screen.
The following items are available.
[Now Play-
ing] Touch to display the CD
screen. Folder* and
track list
The track list for the selected
folder is displayed. The name
of sub folder is displayed on
the top of the list if the sub
holder is included in the se-
lected folder.
Touch an item on the list to
select the folder or track.
Touch [
] and go back to
the previous screen.
*: Displayed only when available.
USB MEMORY DEVICE PLAYER
Connecting USB memory device
WARNING
Do not connect, disconnect or operate the
USB device while driving. Doing so can be
a distraction. If distracted you could lose
control of your vehicle and cause an
accident or serious injury.
CAUTION
. Do not force the USB device into the
USB connection port. Inserting the
USB device tilted or up-side-down
into the port may damage the port. Make sure that the USB device is
connected correctly into the USB
connection port.
. Do not grab the USB connection port
cover (if so equipped) when pulling
the USB device out of the port. This
could damage the port and the cover.
. Do not leave the USB cable in a place
where it can be pulled unintentionally.
Pulling the cable may damage the
port.
Refer to your device manufacturer’s owner
information regarding the proper use and
care of the device.
When compatible storage devices are
plugged into the port, compatible audio files
on the storage devices can be played
through the vehicle’s audio system.
For the location of the USB connection
ports:
“USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection
ports and AUX (auxiliary) input jack”
(page 2-8)
“USB connection ports” (page 2-9)
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