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Services
POI name
Hospitals
Medical Services
Physicians
Tax Services
Attorneys
Funeral Homes
Hair & Beauty
Cleaning & Laundry
Social Services
Communication
Dentists
Photography
Tailors & Alterations
Movers
Nursing Homes
Optical
Personal Services
Repair Services
Veterinary Hospitals
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Available POI names may change when
the system is updated.
Community
POI name
Police Stations
Post Offices
Libraries
Schools
Fire Departments
Convention Centers
Churches
Synagogues
City Halls
Civic Centers
Court Houses
Government Offices
Waste & Sanitary
Utilities
Business Facilities
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Recording a voice memo
1 On the Voice Memo screen, press .
It starts recording a voice memo.
2 When recording is finished, press on the screen or press the End
Call button on the steering wheel.
The voice memo is automatically saved.
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To adjust the recording sound volume during voice recording, drag the control bar.
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To temporarily stop recording, press
.
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When recording starts, the other audio functions are muted or playback is paused.
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When you make or receive a call while recording, the recording is paused.
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When you make an emergency call or you are connected to an emergency call
after airbag deployment, the recording is stopped and the recorded voice memo is
automatically saved.
Playing a voice memo
You can select and play a recorded voice memo.
From the list of Voice Memos, press the desired voice memo.

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Configuring the UVO settings
You can subscribe to the UVO service or see the modem information.
1 On the All Menus screen, press UVO >
UVO Settings.
2 Select the desired option(s):
\225 To subscribe to the UVO service, press Activate UVO.
\225To automatically make an emergency call when airbags are deployed due to an
accident, check in 911 Connect.
\225To see the modem information, press Modem Information.
\225To check the modem status, press Modem Status.
Using Voice Local Search
With UVO, you can search for locations from the online map database by using voice
commands.
If you did not update the map or system or you cannot find your destination in the
navigation, you can use the latest information from the online server to search for locations
and receive guidance.
1 Press the [] button on the vehicle.
Voice recognition starts with voice guidance.
2 After the voice guidance ends and you hear a beep, say the POI name or
Address.
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Depending on the system language, voice recognition may not be supported.

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SPORT (EV only)
This drive mode enables a more dynamic driving performance. You can change the climate
control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.
Drive Mode Change Alert (if equipped)
You can set how to display the notification message when the drive mode is changed.
\225Detailed Alert: Displays a detailed notification message along with the vehicle image
when the drive mode is changed.
\225Simple Alert: Displays the notification at the top or on the split screen when the drive
mode is changed.
\225Off: When the drive mode changes, no notification is provided.
Reset ECO/NORMAL/SPORT (EV only)
You can reset the drive mode settings to the default values.
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The display may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
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See how to improve ECO potential by pressing the Help button from an EV(Electric
Vehicle). In most cases, a vehicle can travel a longer distance when its ECO potential score
is higher (EV only).
Climate (if equipped)
You can configure the operation environment for climate control system.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Recirculate Air (if equipped)
You can set to keep the inside air pleasant by blocking inflow of outside air.
\225Activate upon Washer Fluid Use
: Sets to automatically switch to the inside air circulation
mode to prevent inflow of washer fluid scent when spraying washer fluid.

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Automatic Ventilation (if equipped)
You can set to prevent condensation inside and keep inside air pleasant using this feature.
\225Auto Dehumidify: Once the inside air circulation mode has been used for a long time, it
is switched to the outside air inflow mode to prevent condensation.
Defog/Defrost Options (if equipped)
You can set to enable the defogger to secure driver visibility.
\225Auto Defog: When the sensor detects fog on the windshield, the automatic ventilation is
run for defogging.
Climate Features (if equipped)
You can set or change the settings for the climate system.
\225Rear Climate Controls: Used to move to the climate control screen for the rear seat. You
can check or set the climate status for the rear seat.
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For more information about controlling the rear-seat climate control system:
> see "Using the rear-seat climate control system (if equipped)"
Lights (if equipped)
You can configure the settings for vehicle lights.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Ambient Light (if equipped)
You can set the brightness and color of the ambient light.
One Touch Turn Signal (if equipped)
You can set the number of turn signal lamp flashes when the lamp lever is operated.
Headlight Delay (if equipped)
You can set to turn off the taillights and headlights in 15 seconds after turning off the vehicle
to ensure visibility.

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ECO Vehicle (if equipped)
You can set the convenience features available for ECO vehicles.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Coasting Guide (if equipped)
You can set the system to notify when to release the accelerator pedal to improve fuel
efficiency.
Start Coasting (if equipped)
You can set when to receive the accelerator release notification.
Green Zone Drive Mode (if equipped)
When you are driving in an area that needs to improve air quality, set to drive in EV mode as
much as possible.
Head-Up Display (if equipped)
You can set to use the head-up display that displays information such as driving speed and
road-related information while driving.
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Recirculate Air (if equipped)
You can set to keep the inside air pleasant by blocking inflow of outside air.
\225Activate upon Washer Fluid Use
: Sets to automatically switch to the inside air circulation
mode to prevent inflow of washer fluid scent when spraying washer fluid.
Automatic Ventilation (if equipped)
You can set to prevent condensation inside and keep inside air pleasant using this feature.
\225 Auto Dehumidify: Once the inside air circulation mode has been used for a long time, it
is switched to the outside air inflow mode to prevent condensation.
Defog/Defrost Options (if equipped)
You can set to enable the defogger to secure driver visibility.
\225Defog/Defrost: When the sensor detects humidity on the windshield and glasses, it
enables the outside air inflow mode and air conditioner for defogging and defrosting.
\225Auto Defog: When the sensor detects fog on the windshield, the automatic ventilation is
run for defogging.
Climate Features (if equipped)
You can set or change the settings for the climate system.
\225Rear Climate Controls: Used to move to the climate control screen for the rear seat. You
can check or set the climate status for the rear seat.
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see
" Using the rear-seat climate control system (if equipped)"
Seat (if equipped)
You can configure the settings of the steering wheel or seats, such as seat position change
notification and automatic control of the steering wheel warmer.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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Android Auto
You can activate the Android Auto function to pair your Android smartphone with the system.
Apple CarPlay
You can activate the Apple CarPlay function to pair your iPhone with the system.
Configuring the device connections settings
(Type2)
You can manage Bluetooth devices or configure their operation settings. You can also
activate the phone projection so that you can control the smartphone Apps on the system
screen after connecting the smartphone to the system.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Device Connections.
The device connection settings screen appears.
2 Configure the settings required:
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Press >
Search for Settings or press and enter a keyword to search for a
setting item. You can also search for a setting item by voice.