2021 KIA SORENTO HYBRID steering wheel

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Pause/Resume
You can pause or resume playback of a Bluetooth audio file.
On the Bluetooth audio playback screen, press or .
Resuming playback of the current Bluetooth audio file
You can play the current Bluetooth audio file from the beginning.
Perform any of the following methods:
\225On the Bluetooth audio playback screen, press .
\225On the control panel, press the [ SEEK] button.
0000AThe actions required may differ depending on the connected device.
0000AYou can also run the function by using the Move lever/button on the steering wheel.
Resuming playback of the previous Bluetooth audio file
You can play the previous Bluetooth audio file during playback.
Perform any of the following methods:
\225On the Bluetooth audio playback screen, press twice.
\225On the control panel, press the [ SEEK] button twice.
0000AThe actions required may differ depending on the connected device.
0000AYou can also run the function by using the Move lever/button on the steering wheel.
0000AIf any [TUNE/FILE] knob on the control panel, you can search for the desired music by
turning the knob. When you press the knob within 5 seconds, music is played. However,
if no input within 5 seconds, the search stops and the system displays the information of
the current file.
Resuming playback of the next Bluetooth audio file
You can play the next Bluetooth audio file during playback.
Perform any of the following methods:
\225On the Bluetooth audio playback screen, press .
\225On the control panel, press the [TRACK ] button.
0000AThe actions required may differ depending on the connected device.
0000AYou can also run the function by using the Move lever/button on the steering wheel.
0000AIf any [TUNE/FILE] knob on the control panel, you can search for the desired music by
turning the knob. When you press the knob within 5 seconds, music is played. However,
if no input within 5 seconds, the search stops and the system displays the information of
the current file.

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Connecting a Bluetooth device
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless networking technology. The Bluetooth communication
function allows you to exchange data by connecting a Bluetooth device to another
neighboring Bluetooth device without a cable connection. With this function, you can use
different types of devices more efficiently.
To make a phone call or play audio from a Bluetooth device, check the following first:
\225For a device that is not registered to the system, > see "Registering a device."
\225A registered device will automatically connect to the system when you bring it near
the system. If it does not automatically connect, > see "Connecting a registered device",
"Disconnecting a registered device."
\335Warning
\225Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident,
severe bodily injury, or death. The driver's primary responsibility is the safe and legal
operation of the vehicle, and the use of any vehicle systems, including the \
touch screen
and steering wheel controls, which take the driver's eyes, attention, and focus away from
the safe operation of the vehicle, or which are not permissible by law, should never be
used during the operation of the vehicle.
\225Park the vehicle at a safe place before connecting a Bluetooth device to the system. It
may take the driver attention off the road and cause a traffic accident which can result in
damages, injuries, and/or death.
0000AThe Bluetooth connection function supports only the hands-free and audio related
functions. Connect your mobile phone, MP3 player, or device that supports the hands-
free or audio function.
0000AFor more information on Bluetooth-enabled devices and their functional compatibility,
visit the KIA Motors America website (https://www.kia.com).
Registering a device
To connect a Bluetooth device to the system, first add the device to the list of Bluetooth
devices on the system.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup > Device Connections >
Bluetooth > Bluetooth Connections > Add New.
0000ATo register a device for the first time, press the Call button on the steering wheel or by
pressing Phone on the All Menus screen.

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Making a call via Bluetooth
You can connect a Bluetooth device with the hands-free function to use a Bluetooth phone.
The Bluetooth connection allows you to view call details directly from the system screen, and
to make calls safely and easily use your vehicle microphone and speaker.
\335Warning
\225Park the vehicle at a safe place before connecting your mobile phone. It may take the
driver attention off the road and cause a traffic accident which can result in damages,
injuries, and/or death.
\225While driving, do not make a call by dialing a phone number or do not pick up your phone
to talk. Distraction by the use of a mobile phone may cause you not to recognize traffic
flow around and not to cope with unexpected situations. As a result, a traffic accident
may occur. If necessary, use the Bluetooth hands-free function and make the call as short
as possible.
Dialing from the recent call list
Make calls directly from call history of your mobile device.
When you connect your mobile device and system over Bluetooth, the list of recent calls from
the device will be downloaded to the system and you can call them again by selecting them
from the system screen. Your vehicle has a built-in microphone and speaker that make using
mobile phones safe and easy.
1 Perform any of the following methods:
\225On the All Menus screen, press Phone.
\225On the steering wheel, press the Call button.
2 On the Bluetooth Call screen, press .
3 Choose a name from the list.
The system dials the selected number.
0000AYou can also move to a desired number by using the Move lever/button on the
steering wheel without pressing on the screen.

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Dialing from the favorites list
Make a list of frequently used phone numbers to call them quickly in the future.
When you connect your mobile device and system over Bluetooth, your contacts stored
on the device will be downloaded to the system, and you can add frequently used phone
numbers to the favorites list. Call your favorite contacts quickly and e\
asily by selecting them
from the list.
1 Perform any of the following methods:
\225On the All Menus screen, press Phone.
\225On the steering wheel, press the Call button.
2 On the Bluetooth Call screen, press .
3 On the favorites screen, press Add New and select a name from the
displayed list.
0000AIf you already have contacts on your favorites list, press > Edit on the Favorites
screen.
0000ATo search for a contact by entering a name or phone number on your contacts list,
press > Search.
4 To set a phone number as a favorite, press the button next to it.
The phone number is now added to your favorites list.

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Dialing from the contacts
You can use contacts from the connected mobile device on the system.
When you connect your mobile device with the system via Bluetooth, contacts from the
device are downloaded to the system, and you can choose to call them from the system
screen. The system has a built-in microphone and speaker that make using mobile phones
safe and easy.
1 Perform any of the following methods:
\225On the All Menus screen, press Phone.
\225On the steering wheel, press the Call button.
2 On the Bluetooth Call screen, press .
3 Select a contact from the list.
The system dials the selected contact.
0000AYou can download only the contacts that can be displayed on the connected Bluetoot\
h
device. The contacts may not appear in some Apps.
0000AYou can download up to 5,000 contacts for each device.
0000AThe download may not work in some phone models.
0000AContacts from both the mobile device and its SIM card are downloaded at the same time.
The system may not be able to download SIM card contacts from all phone models.
0000AWhen speed dial numbers are set to contacts on the phone, press and hold a speed
dial number on the dial pad to make a call easily. Some mobile phone models may not
support the speed dial function.
0000AYou cannot download contacts when the download is prohibited by the phone. Some
phone models may require approval for a download. When a successful download is not
made, check the phone screen or its settings.
0000ADepending on the phone model or operation status, downloading may take longer than
usual.
0000AWhen a new contacts list is downloaded, the previous records are removed.
0000AThe downloaded contacts cannot be edited or deleted from the system.

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Using the dial pad
Enter a phone number using the dial pad to make a call.
When you connect your mobile device to the system via Bluetooth, you can enter and dial a
phone number from the system screen, without interacting with the device. Your vehicle has
a built-in microphone and speaker that make using mobile phones safe and easy.
\335Warning
Do not manually dial a call while driving. Distraction by the use of a mobile phone may cause
you not to recognize traffic flow around and not to cope with unexpected situations. As a
result, a traffic accident may occur.
1 Perform any of the following methods:
\225On the All Menus screen, press Phone.
\225On the steering wheel, press the Call button.
2 On the Bluetooth Call screen, press .
3 After entering a phone number, press .
A call is connected to the entered phone number.
0000AWhen contacts are on the system, search for the desired contact by entering the initial
letters or number on the dial pad (e.g. John Doe > JD).
0000ALearn more about receiving calls while using Bluetooth connection. > See "Accepting an
incoming call over Bluetooth."

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Dialing with voice recognition
When you connect your mobile device to the system via Bluetooth, contacts from the device
are downloaded to the system, and you can choose to call them using voice recognition.
0000ATo call using voice recognition, there must be contacts stored on the system.
1 Perform any of the following methods:
\225On the All Menus screen, press Phone.
\225On the steering wheel, press the Call button.
2 On the Bluetooth Call screen, press .
3 When a guiding beep is heard, say the name of the contact to make a
phone call.
The system dials the selected contact.
0000AIn case of the dial pad screen, press say the phone number to make a call.
Accepting an incoming call over Bluetooth
The system screen alerts you when you receive a call while connected using Bluetooth.
Perform any of the following methods:
\225Press Accept on the screen.
\225On the steering wheel, press the Call button.

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\335Warning
\225Park the vehicle at a safe place before connecting your mobile phone. It may take the
driver attention off the road and cause a traffic accident which can result in damages,
injuries, and/or death.
\225Do not talk on your mobile device while driving. Distraction by the use of a mobile phone
may cause you not to recognize traffic flow around and not to cope with unexpected
situations. As a result, a traffic accident may occur. If necessary, use the Bluetooth hands-
free function and make the call as short as possible.
0000AIf your mobile phone is connected to the system and you make a call whil\
e stepping out
of the vehicle, the call may be heard through the vehicle's speakers. To disconnect the
call, disable the Bluetooth connection on the system or turn off the Bluetooth function on
the mobile phone.
Rejecting a call
Perform any of the following methods:
\225Press Reject on the screen.
\225On the steering wheel, press the End Call button.
0000ATo reject by sending a call-reject message, press Message. From the list, select the call-
reject message and press Send.
0000AThe call-reject or auto-reply message may not be supported in some phone models.
Using functions during a call
During a call, the following screen appears.
Press to use the available options.
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Used to turn on or off the microphone mute function.
c c Can adjust the microphone volume.