2021 KIA SORENTO HYBRID radio

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Voice recognition
With the voice recognition function, you can access various functions of the infotainmen\
t
system without manipulating the screen or buttons. This function prevents driver distraction
and dangerous situations.
Use voice commands to access various functions easily.
0000AThe system can recognize the specified voice commands. > See "Available voice commands"
or the voice recognition help.
0000ANote 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.
0000AVoice 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.
0000AVoice 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.
0000ATo skip the voice guidance, press the Voice Recognition button on the steering wheel.

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0000AWhen 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.
0000ASome commands, such as "Cancel Route" or "Show Route," are available only when a
destination is set.
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.
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.
0000ASome commands are recognizable in English only.
0000ASome commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and f\
unctions.
Vehicle control commands (if equipped)
CommandFunction
Climate On/OffTurn on or off the climate control.
Air Conditioner
On/Off
Can turn on or off the air conditioner.
Heat On/OffCan turn on or off the heater.
Fan High/LowUsed to set the fan level.
Set Fan to windshield/
Face/Feet
Used to set the air direction.
Warmer/CoolerSet the climate control temperature.
Open/Close all windowsOpen 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.

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POI name
Electronics
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
Merle Norman
PETCO
PETSMART
Sally Beauty Supply
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS
True Value
Bath & Body Works
BED BATH & BEYOND
Carpet One
Do It Best
POI name
Food Lion
Kmart
Kroger
Martin's Food Markets
Meijer
Publix
Sav-Mor Foods
Save-A-Lot
SuperValu
Albertsons
ALDI
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

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Configuring the advanced system settings
(Type1) (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.
0000AThis function works while driving once a destination has been set.
0000AThis feature is not available on the phone projection screen.
TUNE Knob Function
You can change the [TUNE/FILE] knob's function on the map.

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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.
0000AThe screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Steering Wheel MODE Button
You can select the media mode to run when the [MODE] button on the steering wheel is
pressed.
0000AYou can add AM or Phone Projection function on each [MODE] button to perform easily.

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Configuring the button settings (Type1)
You can configure features to activate when pressing buttons on the control panel or steering
wheel.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup > Button.
The button settings screen appears.
2 Configure the settings required:
0000APress Menu > 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.
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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Configuring the sound settings (Type1)
You can change the sound settings such as speaker volume and sound effects.
0000AAvailable settings may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
0000ASome functions may not be available depending on the infotainment system\
and
amplifier specifications on the vehicle.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup > Sound.
The sound settings screen appears.
2 Configure the settings required:
0000APress Menu > 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.
Premium Sound (if equipped)
You can change the system sound settings and apply various sound effects.
0000AAvailable 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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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.
0000ATo reset all audio settings to the default values, press Center.
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.
Navigation Guidance During Calls
Even during a call, the navigation sound is heard.