2021 KIA NIRO Navigation System Quick Reference Guide

Voice functions
Voice recognition
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Voice recognition
With the voice recognition function, you can access various functions of the infotainmen\
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system without manipulating the screen or buttons. This function prevents driver distraction
and dangerous situations.
Use voice commands to access various functions easily.0000
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The system can recognize the specified voice commands.
> See "Available voice commands"
or the voice recognition help.
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Note the following for accurate delivery of command when saying it.
000DPronounce a command accurately and naturally like a conversation.
000DKeep the correct posture and say commands toward the direction of the microphone.
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Voice recognition is automatically ended when:
000DYou make or receive a call.
000DThe front or rear cameras operate (if equipped).
000DThe
[RADIO] or [MEDIA] button is pressed to perform another function.
000DRerouting or other unexpected action is made due to deviation from the route during
guidance.
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Voice recognition may not work properly when:
000DThe sunroof or windows are open so the wind is strong.
000DThe fan speed of the air conditioner or heater is high (level 3 or below is
recommended).
000DThe vehicle is passing through a tunnel.
000DThe vehicle is driving on an unpaved road and its noise and vibration are loud.
000DNoise is loud due to a heavy rain or storm.
Using the voice recognition
1 On the steering wheel, press the Voice Recognition button.
Voice recognition starts along with voice guidance.
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To skip the voice guidance, press the Voice Recognition button on the steering wheel.

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2 When a beep sound is heard, say a command to perform (e.g.
navigation, music, call).
> See "Available voice commands" or the voice recognition help.
The recognized command appears in text at the top of the screen and the corresponding
function is performed.
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When an additional command is required to perform, the commands that can be
followed in the next step appear on the screen. Say a command or press a command.
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When there are several similar commands, say a command number to perform.
3 To end the voice recognition, perform one of the following methods:
\225In standby mode for voice recognition, say "Exit"
\225On the voice recognition screen, press Exit.
\225On the steering wheel, press and hold the Voice Recognition button.
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When the Voice Recognition button is pressed in standby mode for voice recognition,
the standby time is extended.
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When the voice recognition is not available, press the Voice Recognition button on
the steering wheel and use the voice recognition on your smartphone via phone
projection.
> See "Using the phone projection function."
Voice recognition screen
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a a According to voice recognition, the icons for voice recognition, voice guidance, and
command process appear.
b b The recognized voice command appears in text.
c c Shows the representative voice command.
d d Ends the voice recognition.

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e e Displays the voice recognition help.
f f The list of menu items appears.
\225Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
Adjusting the voice guidance volume
Adjust the voice guidance volume when the system volume is so low or high and it interferes
with your driving.
When the voice recognition is active, turn the Volume knob on the control
panel.
Seeing the voice recognition help
You can see more details on how to perform various functions by voice commands.
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Park the vehicle at a safe place and see the help.
1 On the steering wheel, press the Voice Recognition button.
2 Say "Help".
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When the mode time exceeds before you speak, you can press Help instead.
3 Select the desired option and see its help.
\225To see the entire help for use of voice commands, press at the bottom of the
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\225To see more details on how to use voice commands for each function, press next
to the function name.
4 After seeing the help, perform any of the following methods.
\225On the help screen, press Exit.
\225In standby mode for voice recognition, say "Exit"
Voice recognition Help
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b The function list appears.
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To see the list of voice commands that can be used for each function, press or say the
function.
c c You can see the usages for each function.
d d Ends the voice recognition.
e e You can see the entire help for use of voice commands.
f f According to voice recognition, the icons for voice recognition, voice guidance, and
command process appear.
g g The list of menu items appears.
\225Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.

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Available voice commands
Call commands
CommandFunction
Call You can make a call to one of your mobile phone's contacts. Say
a contact's name to begin a call.
Call The system dials the phone number of that contact. If the
contact has multiple phone numbers, select a phone number.
Call on Mobile The system dials the phone number saved as "Mobile" for that
contact.
Call at Work The system dials the phone number saved as "Work" for that
contact.
Call at Home The system dials the phone number saved as "Home" for that
contact.
Call on Other The system dials a phone number saved as other than "Mobile",
"Work", or "Home" for that contact.
Dial Number You can make a call. Say a phone number to begin a call.
Dial You can make a call immediately to that phone number.
Send Message You can send a text message to one of your mobile phone's
contacts. Say a contact's name and then enter the message
content by following the guidance.
This command is available only if UVO is activated.
Send Message to
You can send a text message to that specific contact. Enter the
message content by following the guidance.
This command is available only if UVO is activated.
Send Message to
You can send a text message to that contact more directly.
This command is available only if UVO is activated.
Change Bluetooth
Device You can search for and connect another Bluetooth device.
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To use call commands, your mobile phone must be connected to the system via Bluetooth
and your contacts must be downloaded.
> See "Connecting a Bluetooth device."
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Some functions may not be available, depending on the connected mobile p\
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Navigation commands
CommandFunction
Find You can search for a designated POI name or address.
For example, say "Find Kia dealerships" or "Find Kia dealerships
in Seattle."
Find Address in You can search for a location with its address in a designated
state. Say an address in order of the house number, street, and
city.
Find You can search for a designated category of POIs nearby.
> See "
POI names."
Frequently Visited Points You can select a location from the list of your frequently visited
points. Say the number of the location you want.
Address Book Access the address book screen.
Previous Destinations You can select a location from the list of your previous
destinations. Say the number of the location you want.
Previous Searches You can select a destination from the list of destinations that
have recently been searched for. Say the number of the location
you want.
Traffic Information Access the traffic information screen.
Go Home Set the location saved to the Home shortcut button in your
address book as your destination.
Go to Work Set the location saved to the Work shortcut button in your
address book as your destination.
Change Home You can change the location saved as your home.
Change Work You can change the location saved as your work.
Pause Route Pause the navigation guidance.
Resume Route Resume the navigation guidance.
Turn Guidance On Unmute the navigation guidance.
Turn Guidance Off Mute the navigation guidance.
Cancel Route Stop the navigation guidance and cancel your current
destination.
Destination Information View information on the distance and time to your current
destination.
Route Options Find another route.
Show Route View the entire route on the map.

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When you use a command starting with "Find," the system searches for locations within
the state or province where your vehicle is currently located. To search for locations in
another state or province, say the state or province name first and then say the location
you want.
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Some commands, such as "Cancel Route " or "Show Route," are available only when a
destination is set.
Radio commands
Command Function
FM <87.5 to 107.9> Turn on the FM radio with that frequency.
AM <530 to 1710> Turn on the AM radio with that frequency.
SiriusXM <0 to 999> Turn on the SiriusXM radio with that channel number.
Tune to SiriusXM
<0 to 999> Tune on the SiriusXM radio with that channel number.
Tune to
Turn on the SiriusXM radio with that channel name.
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Some commands are recognizable in English only.
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Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and f\
unctions.
Vehicle control commands (if equipped)
Command Function
Climate On/Off Turn on or off the climate control.
Air Conditioner
On/Off Can turn on or off the air conditioner.
Heat On/Off Can turn on or off the heater.
Fan High/Low Used to set the fan level.
Set Fan to windshield/
Face/Feet Used to set the air direction.
Warmer/Cooler Set the climate control temperature.
Open/Close all windows Open or close all windows.
Open/Close the
windows Open or close the driver-side window.
Open/Close the
passenger's window Open or close the passenger-side window.