2021 KIA SPORTAGE CD player

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Contents
Component names and functions 4
Turning the system on or off 7
Getting to know the Home screen 9
Using phone projection 11
Using the radio 16
Using the media player 18
Using Bluetooth 22
FAQ 29

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Using the media player
You can play music stored in various media storage devices, such as USB
storage devices, smartphones, and iPods.
1 Connect a device to the USB port in your vehicle.
\225Playback may start immediately depending on the device that you
connect to the system.
2 Touch the AV information area on the Home screen or
press the [ MEDIA] button on the control panel.
\225If you have multiple media storage devices, press the [ MEDIA]
button again and select a media mode from the media selection
window.

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\334Warning
Driving 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.
\333Note
\225When you connect an Apple device, playback does not start
automatically and the AV information area remains in the previous
mode. You cannot touch the AV information area to start playback. To
start the media player in the iPod mode, press the [ MEDIA] button on
the control panel.
\225 Depending on vehicle models and specifications, available buttons or
the appearance and layout of the USB port in your vehicle may vary.

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Controlling the media player
Use the buttons at the bottom of the playback screen to control the
media player.
Pausing/Resuming playback
Touch to pause playback. Touch to resume playing your music.
Rewinding/Fast forwarding
Touch and hold or to rewind or fast forward. Alternatively,
Alternatively, press and hold the [
SEEK] or [TRACK ] button on
the control panel.
\225 You can also push and hold the [/] lever on the steering
wheel.
Restarting the current playback
After the song has played for 3 seconds, touch or press the
button on the control panel to restart the current song.
\225 You can also push the [/] lever downward on the steering
wheel.

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Using Bluetooth
Connecting Bluetooth devices
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless networking technology. Via
Bluetooth, you can connect nearby mobile devices wirelessly to send and
receive data between connected devices. This enables you to use your
devices effectively.
To use Bluetooth, you must first connect a Bluetooth-enabled device to
your system, such as a mobile phone or an MP3 player. Ensure that the
device you want to connect supports Bluetooth.
\334Warning
Park your vehicle in a safe location before connecting Bluetooth devices.
Distracted driving can cause a traffic accident and lead to personal injury
or death.
\333Note
\225On your system, you can use only Bluetooth Handsfree and Audio
features. Connect a mobile device that supports the Bluetooth
Handsfree or Audio feature.
\225For more information on Bluetooth-enabled devices and their
functional compatibility, visit the KIA Motors America website ( https://
www.kia.com).
[ Pairing devices with your system
For Bluetooth connections, first pair your device with your system to add
it to the system′s list of Bluetooth devices. You can register up to five
devices.
1 On the Home screen, touch All Menus > Setup >
Bluetooth > Bluetooth Connection > Add New.
\225 If you are pairing a device with your system for the first time, you
can also press the [
] button on the steering wheel. Alternatively,
on the Home screen, touch All Menus > Phone.

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FAQ
Bluetooth
QWhat kinds of functions can I use with Bluetooth?
AYou can connect your mobile phone to make or answer calls
hands free. You can also connect audio devices, such as MP3
players and mobile phones, to listen to music in your vehicle.
QWhat is the difference between pairing a device and connecting
a device?
APairing occurs through authenticating the system and a mobile
device. Devices paired with the system can be connected and
disconnected until they are deleted from the system. Bluetooth
Handsfree features, such as making or answering calls or
accessing contacts, are supported only in mobile phones
connected with the system.
QHow do I pair a Bluetooth device with the system?
AOn the Home screen, touch All Menus > Setup > Bluetooth >
Bluetooth Connection > Add New. From the Bluetooth device
you want to connect, search for and pair with your system.
When you enter or confirm a Bluetooth passkey displayed on the
system screen, the device is registered to the system's Bluetooth
device list and connected to the system automatically.

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QWhy is call quality sometimes poor?
ACheck your mobile phone′s reception sensitivity when call quality
deteriorates. The call quality may deteriorate when the signal
strength is low.
Call quality may also become poor if metal objects, such as
beverage cans, are placed near the mobile phone. Check to see if
any metal objects are near the mobile phone.
The call sound and quality may differ depending on the type of
mobile phone.
AV function
QWhat kinds of AV functions does my system have?
AYour system provides you with the radio and media player
(USB, iPod, etc.). For more information, see the corresponding
chapters.
QI want to move to the previous or next song without touching the
screen while driving. How do I do this?
APush the [/] lever on the steering wheel to move to the
previous or next song.