2022 KIA SORENTO HYBRID USB port

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Pairing to an Android smartphone via Android Auto
When you connect an Android smartphone to the vehicle with Android Auto, you can run and
control Apps on the phone through the widescreen using its user-friendly interface.
1 To use Android Auto, first check the following.
\225Visit the Android Auto website at https://www.android.com/auto to check the list of
countries, device types, and models that support Android Auto.
\225Download and install the Android Auto App from Google Play Store. It is not possible
to install Android Auto in countries that do not support the feature.
2 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Device Connections >
Phone
Projection Settings >
Android Auto and select the Enable Android
Auto checkbox.
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Select Use Split Screen on Android Auto Screen to show split screen when using
Android Auto.
3 Connect a smartphone to the USB port on the vehicle by using the
provided USB cable.
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When the connection is made for the first time, the system screen displays a
notification window. Check the details and then press OK.
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To end the Android Auto and disconnect from the smartphone, remove the USB cable
from the system.
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Do not repeatedly connect and remove the USB connector within a short time. It may
cause device errors or system failures.
4 When the smartphone is locked, unlock it first and then consent to the
use of Android Auto.
When the smartphone is recognized successfully, the Android Auto menu is activated on
the All Menus screen.

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Using the Android Auto
1 On the All Menus screen, press Android Auto.
2 Perform the desired function.
\225To run the functions for phone, music, or navigation on the smartphone, press the
corresponding app icon.
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When you are using your smartphone′s navigation via phone projection, sounds
from both the system′s radio/media function and the navigation will be output
through your vehicle′s speakers. When you use the Volume knob while both
sounds are being output, the navigation volume is adjusted first.
\225To use the Google voice recognition, press and hold the Voice Recognition button on
the steering wheel.
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By pressing the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel, you can run the media App on
your smartphone as well as the Radio/Media mode of the system.
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To specify which functions to run when the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel is
pressed, press and hold the [ MODE] button to display the settings screen.
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By pressing the Call button on the steering wheel, you can make a call via Bl\
uetooth
connection.
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When phone projection is active, you cannot change the phone projection settings. To
change the settings, remove the USB cable from your system.
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The icons on the screen are subject to change according to the policy of Google
Corporation.
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Apps or functions used through Android Auto are subject to change according to the
policy of Google Corporation. For supportable functions, visit the Android website at
https://www.android.com/auto.
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To use the functions on your smartphone with the minimized system settings, update the
smartphone OS to the latest version.
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The recognition time may differ depending on the device type, firmware, and OS version.
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Charges may apply for any mobile data used while Android Auto is running.
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Some functions may not work properly depending on the network signal strength.
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Avoid interacting with the smartphone while using Android Auto.
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You cannot use the following functions when Android Auto is in use.
000DUSB mode
000DApple CarPlay
000DSearches using the control panel or the steering wheel remote control

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Pairing to an iPhone via Apple CarPlay
After you connect an iPhone to the vehicle with Apple CarPlay, you can run and control Apps
on the phone through the system screen.
1 To use Apple CarPlay, first check the following:
\225For iPhone models that support Apple CarPlay, visit the Apple website at
https://www.
apple.com/ios/carplay .
\225Make sure Apple CarPlay and Siri are enabled in your iPhone settings. If you do not
see options for Apple CarPlay or Siri, update to the latest iOS version.\
2 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Device Connections >
Phone
Projection Settings >
Apple CarPlay and select the Enable Apple
CarPlay checkbox.
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Select Use Split Screen on Apple CarPlay Screen to show split screen when using
Apple CarPlay.
3 Connect an iPhone to the USB port on the vehicle by using the provided
USB cable.
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When the connection is made for the first time, the system screen displays a
notification window. Check the details and then press OK.
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To end the Apple CarPlay and disconnect from the iPhone, remove the USB cable
from the system.
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Do not repeatedly connect and remove the USB connector within a short time. It may
cause device errors or system failures.
4 When the iPhone is locked, unlock it first and then consent to the use of
Apple CarPlay.
When the iPhone is recognized successfully, the Apple CarPlay menu is activated on the
All Menus screen.

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Using the Apple CarPlay
1 On the All Menus screen, press Apple CarPlay.
2 Perform the desired function.
\225To run any of functions (phone, messaging, navigation, etc.) on your iPhone, press the
corresponding function icon.
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When you are using your smartphone′s navigation via phone projection, sounds
from both the system′s radio/media function and the navigation will be output
through your vehicle′s speakers. When you use the Volume knob while both
sounds are being output, the navigation volume is adjusted first.
\225To run the Siri voice recognition, press and hold the Voice Recognition button on the
steering wheel.
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By pressing the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel, you can run the media App on
your smartphone as well as the Radio/Media mode of the system.
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To specify which functions to run when the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel is
pressed, press and hold the [ MODE] button to display the settings screen.
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When you receive a call, press the Call button on the steering wheel to answer it.
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When phone projection is active, you cannot change the phone projection settings. To
change the settings, remove the USB cable from your system.
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Apps or functions used through Apple CarPlay are subject to change according to the
policy of Apple Corporation. For supportable functions, visit the Apple Corporation
website at http://www.apple.com/ios/carplay .
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To use the functions on your smartphone with the minimized system settings, update the
smartphone OS to the latest version.
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The recognition time may differ depending on the device type, firmware, and OS version.
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Charges may apply for any mobile data used while Apple CarPlay is running.
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Some functions may not work properly depending on the network signal strength.
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Avoid interacting with the smartphone while using Apple CarPlay.
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You cannot use the following functions when Apple CarPlay is in use.
000DBluetooth phone
000DUSB mode
000DAndroid Auto
000DBrowsing using the Search knob on the control panel (if equipped)

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Using media
You can use the USB mode to play music files on a connected mobile device, such as USB
device and MP3 player. You can also play Bluetooth music by connecting a Bluetooth device,
which supports a Bluetooth function.
Playing music from a USB device
1 Connect a media device to play to the USB port on the vehicle.
0000APlayback may start automatically depending on the media type.
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For more information about supportable devices and file types:
> see "USB mode."
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The shapes and arrangement of the buttons and USB ports may differ depending on
the vehicle model and specifications.
2 Perform any of the following methods:
\225On the Home screen, press the Radio/Media info widget or on the All Menus screen,
press Media.
\225On the control panel, press the [
MEDIA] button.
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When multiple media are connected, press the [ RADIO] or [MEDIA] button once
more and then press the desired media source from the Radio/Media selection
window (if equipped).
USB music screen
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\334\334Caution
\225Be sure to start the vehicle before connecting a USB device. When you start the vehicle
after connecting a USB device, the USB device may get damaged.
\225Be careful of static electricity when connecting or removing a USB device. It may cause a
system failure.
\225Be careful and avoid your body or any object coming into contact with the USB port on
the vehicle. It may cause an accident or system failures.
\225Do not repeatedly connect and remove the USB connector within a short time. It may
cause device errors or system failures.
\225Do not use a USB device for purposes other than playback. When you connect a USB
for charging or heating, the system performance may decrease or it may cause system
failures.
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When connecting a USB storage, do not use a separate extension cable and directly
connect to the USB port. When you connect a USB storage via a USB hub or extension
cable, the device may not be recognized.
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Push the USB connector fully into the USB port. When the connector is not fully inserted,
a communication problem may occur.
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Noise may occur when removing a USB device from the system.
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You can play only the files that have been encoded in the standard format.
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The following USB devices may not be recognized or may not work properly.
000DEncrypted MP3 players
000DUSB devices that are not recognized as removable disks
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USB devices may not be recognized depending on the device status.
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Some USB devices may not be supported due to compatibility issues.
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USB device recognition may take longer than usual depending on the device type,
capacity, and file formats on the device.
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Some devices may not be charged through USB connection. It depends on the USB
specifications.
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You can hide files only in the USB device formatted in exFAT/NTFS/FAT16/32. The hidden
files can be found in the "Hidden_" folder.

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Playing music via Bluetooth
To use a Bluetooth device for audio playback, connect a device that supports Bluetooth
communication such as mobile phone and MP3 player.
For more information about Bluetooth connection:
> see "Connecting a Bluetooth device."
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The controls or display screens may differ depending on the connected Bluetooth device,
phone model, and music player App.
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The streaming may not be supported in some music player Apps.
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Some functions may not be available depending on the connected Bluetooth device or
phone model.
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When a media device or mobile phone is connected by both the Bluetooth and USB cable
at the same time, the device or system may not work properly. To use the Bluetooth
connection, remove all cables from the device.
Bluetooth audio playback screen
The media player runs when you play a music file from a connected audio device via
Bluetooth.
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Displays the information of the current music.
c c Restart playing the current file or play the previous file.
d d Can pause or resume playback.
e e Can play the next file.

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Edit Home Widgets
You can edit the types and arrangement of home widgets.0000
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For more information:
> see "Editing the widgets on the Home screen (Type1)."
Edit Home Icons
You can edit the arrangement of home icons.
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For more information:
> see "Editing the icons on the Home screen (Type1)."
Split Screen (if equipped)
You can specify the items to display on the Split Screen.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
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This option is only available when the display supports Split Screen.
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On the screen list, press
on the right and drag the item to reposition.
My Data
You can import location data from a USB device to the system, or export the data on the
system to a USB device.
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When importing or exporting the location data, you can use only the USB device
formatted in exFAT, FAT16/32, or NTFS.