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HD Radio™ Technology
Program Info: Presents song name, artist, station IDs,
and other relevant data streams.
Digital, CD-quality sound. HD Radio™ Technology
enables local radio stations to broadcast a clean digital
signal. AM sounds like today's FM and FM sounds like
a CD.
FM stations can provide additional digital-only audio
programming on HD2/HD3 Channels.
Real-Time Traffic reports, alerts, and flow data
displayed on screen via interactive traffic maps and/or
data.
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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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f f Can see the duration of the playing song and the current playback position.
g g Find and connect other Bluetooth devices.
h h Moves to the music list screen.
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The list of Bluetooth audio files may not appear depending on the connected device
or app.
i i Displays the sequence number of the current file and the total number of files for
playback.
j j The list of menu items appears.
Display Off: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or
briefly press the power button.
Media Sources: Opens the Radio/Media selection window.
Change Device: Find and connect other Bluetooth devices.
Sound Settings: Displays the system sound settings screen.
User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to the
online user manual for the system.
Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
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The sound effect settings button may appear on the screen depending on the amp
specifications.
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:
On the Bluetooth audio playback screen, press .
On the control panel, press the [
SEEK] button (if equipped).
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The actions required may differ depending on the connected device.
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You can also run the function by using the Move lever/button on the steering wheel.
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Resuming playback of the previous Bluetooth audio file
You can play the previous Bluetooth audio file during playback.
Perform any of the following methods:
On the Bluetooth audio playback screen, press twice.
On the control panel, press the [
SEEK] button twice (if equipped).
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The actions required may differ depending on the connected device.
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You can also run the function by using the Move lever/button on the steering wheel.
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If any Search knob on the control panel, you can search for the desired music by using
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:
On the Bluetooth audio playback screen, press .
On the control panel, press the [
TRACK ] button (if equipped).
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The actions required may differ depending on the connected device.
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You can also run the function by using the Move lever/button on the steering wheel.
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If any Search knob on the control panel, you can search for the desired music by using
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:
For a device that is not registered to the system, > see "
Registering a device."
A 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."
ÝWarning
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.
Park 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.
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The 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.
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For more information on Bluetooth-enabled devices and their functional compatibility,
visit the KIA 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.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Device Connections >
Device
Connections >
Add New.
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To 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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2 Turn on Bluetooth on the Bluetooth device to connect and select the
vehicle system on the list of searched devices.
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The system's Bluetooth name can be seen on the Add New Device window.
3 Check that the authentication code on the Bluetooth device screen
matches the one on the system screen and approve the connection on
the device.
4 When your smartphone is using Bluetooth communication, to download
contacts from the phone to the system or use the text message
notification, allow access to your phone.
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Access is only required to use Bluetooth calling. There will be no access request when
you connect an audio device.
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After the access request is approved, it may take a while until the Bluetooth connection is
completed. As soon as the Bluetooth connection is completed, the Bluetoo\
th connection
indicator icon appears at the top of the screen.
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Access to data can be enabled or disabled by using the Bluetooth Settings menu on the
mobile phone. For more details, refer to the mobile phone's user manual.
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You cannot register another device while operating a Bluetooth device.
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In order not to use the automatic Bluetooth connection, turn off the Bluetooth function
on the device. To use this function again, turn on the Bluetooth function on the device.
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You can add Bluetooth devices up to 6.
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Connecting a registered device
To use a Bluetooth device, first connect a registered Bluetooth device to the system.
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You can add one Bluetooth hands-free kit or up to two Bluetooth audio devices.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Device Connections >
Device
Connections.
2 Press the icons to connect.
A If you cannot connect your device, check to make sure its Bluetooth option is enabled.
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When the connection is terminated abnormally due to being out of range or device
failures, the connection is automatically restored as soon as the device returns to the
connection range or normal state.
Bluetooth connection screen
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Search for a setting item by voice or by entering a keyword.
c c Select hands-free or Bluetooth audio to connect or disconnect Bluetooth devices.
d d Add a new device to the system.
e e Delete a registered device from the system.
f f The list of menu items appears.
Display Off: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or
briefly press the power button.
Auto Connection Priority: Set the priority order for automatic Bluetooth connection
to the system when it turns on (if equipped).
Search for Settings: Search for a setting item by voice or by entering a keyword.
Phone Projection Settings: Change the settings related to phone projection (if
equipped).
User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to the
online user manual for the system.
Disconnecting a registered device
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup
>
Device Connections >
Device
Connections.
2 Press the connected icons.
Deleting a registered device
If you will no longer use a Bluetooth device or you want to add a new device when 6 devices
are already registered, delete an existing registered device.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Device Connections >
Device
Connections >
Delete Device(s).
2 Select a device to delete and press Delete.
To delete all registered devices, press Mark All >
Delete.
3 Press Yes.
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When you delete a registered device, all related contacts, call logs, and text messages are
removed from the system.
