2021 KIA SELTOS radio

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Voice recognition
With the voice recognition function, you can access various
functions of the infotainment system without manipulating the
screen or buttons. This function prevents driver distraction and
dangerous situations.
Use voice commands to access various functions easily.A
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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.

Pronounce a command accurately and naturally like a
conversation.

Keep the correct posture and say commands toward the
direction of the microphone.
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Voice recognition is automatically ended when:

You make or receive a call.

The front or rear cameras operate (if equipped).

The
[RADIO] or [MEDIA] button is pressed to perform
another function.

Rerouting or other unexpected action is made due to
deviation from the route during guidance. A
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Voice recognition may not work properly when:

The sunroof or windows are open so the wind is strong.

The fan speed of the air conditioner or heater is high (level
3 or below is recommended).

The vehicle is passing through a tunnel.

The vehicle is driving on an unpaved road and its noise and
vibration are loud.

Noise 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.
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
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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.

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Radio commands
CommandFunction
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.
Search commands
CommandFunction
Search settings for
You can search for a setting menu.
For example, say "Search settings for
Bluetooth" or "Search settings for
Display."
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See “Settings.”
Other commands
Command Function
Help Move to the help screen.
Line <1 to 4>* Select an item with the designated
number on a list. Simple numbers, such
as "One" or "Two," can be recognized.
Yes * Accept a notification asking for your
confirmation in an exceptional situation.
No* Deny a notification asking for your
confirmation in an exceptional situation.
Next* If there are more than five items on a list,
scroll to the next page.
Previous* If you scroll to the next page of a list,
scroll back to the previous page.
Manual Input* When using the Dial Number command,
open the keypad to enter a phone
number manually.
Go Back* Returns to the previous step.
Exit End voice recognition.
* These commands are available only in certain situations.

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POI nameMerle Norman
PETCO
PETSMART
Sally Beauty Supply
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS
True Value
Bath & Body Works
BED BATH & BEYOND
Carpet One
Do It Best
Family Video
GNC
HOBBY LOBBY
Home Hardware
Jo-Ann
Michaels
Party City
Pier 1 Imports
Sam's Club
SEPHORAPOI nameSleepy's
Sunglass Hut
Toys"R"Us
Tuesday Morning
Sporting Goods Stores Dick's Sporting Goods
Sports Authority
HIBBETT SPORTS
Music Stores
Bookstores Barnes & Noble Booksellers
Gifts
Clothing Mark's
Aeropostale
American Eagle Outfitters
Cato
Chico's
Children's Place
DressbarnPOI name
Piggly Wiggly
Safeway
Winn-Dixie
Pharmacies CVS/pharmacy
Giant Drugstore
Giant Eagle
Ingles Pharmacy
Kmart Pharmacy
Kroger Pharmacy
Martin's Drugstore
Meijer Pharmacy
Publix
Rite Aid
Shoppers Drug Mart
Walgreens
Medicine Shoppe
Safeway
Sam's Club
Electronics StoresPOI name
AT&T
Best Buy
GameStop
Radioshack
Sprint
Staples
T-Mobile
OfficeMax
US Cellular
Verizon
Boost Mobile
Cricket Wireless
metroPCS
Home Specialty Stores ABC Fine Wine & Spirits
Ace Hardware
Claire's
Costco
Home Depot
Lowe's

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Configuring the advanced
system settings
(if equipped)
You can configure the settings for notification and button actions.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >

Advanced.
The advanced settings screen appears.
2 Configure the settings required:
Return to Map: Set Time
You can set the system to automatically display the map screen
after a specified period of time when switched to the Radio/Media
mode screen while using the navigation.
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This function works while driving once a destination has been
set.
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This feature is not available on the phone projection screen.

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TUNE Knob Function
You can change the [TUNE/FILE] knob’s function on the map.
Changes Stations, Tracks, etc., in the Audio
System
You can search music or adjust the radio frequency by using the
[TUNE/ FILE] knob on the map.
Zooms In/Out on the Map
You can zoom in or out the map by using the [TUNE/ FILE] knob
on the map.
Custom Button ☆
You can set the frequently used functions by pressing the custom
button on the control panel. Set the frequently used functions as
custom buttons to access them easily.
AA The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and
specifications.

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Custom Button ☆
You can set the frequently used functions by pressing the custom
button on the control panel. Set the frequently used functions as
custom buttons to access them easily.
AAThe screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and
specifications.
TUNE Knob Function
You can change the [TUNE/ FILE] knob’s function on the map.
Changes Stations, Tracks, etc., in the Audio
System
You can search music or adjust the radio frequency by using the
[TUNE/ FILE] knob on the map.
Zooms In/Out on the Map
You can zoom in or out the map by using the [TUNE/ FILE] knob
on the map.

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Sound Tuning
You can adjust the sound by adjusting the strengths (output
levels) for each audio band: Bass, Midrange, and Treble. You can
also configure settings so that sound is audible more loudly and
clearly at a specific location in the vehicle.A
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To reset all audio settings to the default values, press Center.
Premium Sound (if equipped)
You can change the system sound settings and apply various
sound effects.
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Available sound effects may differ depending on the
specifications of the amplifier.
Live Dynamic (if equipped)
Provides natural and vivid sound like real performance.
Bass Boost (if equipped)
Provides magnificent and dynamic sound by amplifying the bass.
Quantum Logic Surround (if equipped)
Provides the surround sound that can give spatial depth of field
as on an actual stage.
Centerpoint® Surround Technology (if equipped)
Provides rich surround sound after converting the sound sources
such as digital files and satellite radio to stereophonic sound.

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Navigation Guidance During Calls
Even during a call, the navigation sound is heard.
Mute Navigation Guidance
Press the Mute button on the steering wheel when the navigation
guidance is being output to set to mute the guidance volume for
10 seconds.
System Volumes
You can adjust the volume for each system function including
phone projection.
Driving Guidance
Specify the system’s guidance voice type, set a certain sound
to override other sounds, and configure other guidance sound
settings.
Parking Safety Priority
When warning sound is generated while parking, the audio
volume decreases to make the sound audible.
Navigation Guidance
You can set to enable the navigation sound to be heard first when
using both the navigation system and Radio/Media system.