KIA Soul (2019 year). Manual — part 15

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If you install aftermarket HID head
lamps, your vehicle’s audio and elec-
tronic devices may malfunction.

Antenna (if equipped)

Your vehicle uses a roof antenna to
receive AM or/and FM broadcast sig-
nals.
This antenna pole is removable. To
remove the roof antenna pole, turn it
counterclockwise. To install the roof
antenna pole, turn it clockwise.

• When reinstalling your roof anten-

na, it is important that it is fully
tightened and adjusted to the
upright position to ensure proper
reception.

• When cargo is loaded on the roof

rack, do not place the cargo near
the antenna pole to ensure proper
reception.

AUDIO SYSTEM

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CAUTION

- Antenna

Before entering a place with a
low height clearance or a car
wash, remove the antenna pole
by rotating it counterclockwise.
If not, the antenna may be dam-
aged.

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Audio remote control
(if equipped)

The steering wheel audio remote
control button may be installed.
Do not operate the audio remote
control buttons simultaneously.

VOLUME (VOL+/ VOL-) (1)

• Push the VOL + to increase volume.
• Push the VOL - to decrease volume.

SEEK/PRESET (

/

) (2)

If the SEEK/PRESET button is
pressed for more than 1 second, it
will work as follows in each mode.

RADIO mode
It will function as the AUTO SEEK
select button.

USB mode
It will function as the FF/REW button.

If the SEEK/PRESET button is
pressed for less than 1 second, it will
work as follows in each mode.

OPS043190

WARNING

- Distracted

Driving

Driving while distracted can
result in a loss of vehicle con-
trol that may lead to an acci-
dent, severe personal injury and
death. The driver’s primary
responsibility is in the safe and
legal operation of a vehicle, and
use of any handheld devices,
other equipment or vehicle sys-
tems which take the driver’s
eyes, attention and focus away
from the safe operation of a
vehicle or that are not permissi-
ble by law should never be used
during operation of the vehicle.

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RADIO mode
It will function as the PRESET STA-
TION select buttons.

USB mode
It will function as the FILE UP/DOWN
button.

MODE (3)

Press the button to select Radio,
USB or AUX.

Detailed information for audio control
buttons is described in the following
pages in this section.

AUX and USB port (if equipped)

If your vehicle has an AUX and/or
USB (universal serial bus) port, you
can use an AUX port to connect
audio devices and an USB port to
plug in a USB.
When using a portable audio device
connected to the power outlet, noise
may occur during playback. If this
happens, use the power source of
the portable audio device.

Speaker lights (if equipped)

The speaker lights that light around
the front speaker are adjusted by
turning the knob as follows.

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OPS043195

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1. OFF : The light turns off.
2. MUSIC :

The red light blinks according to the
sound of the audio.
If the audio is not turned on, the
light does not turn on.

3. MOOD :

The light color changes automati-
cally at regular interval.

4. +/- :

When the lights are on, push the
illumination button to adjust the
light intensity.
If low lighting grade is selected, the
intensity of light may be weak or
may not illuminate according to the
audio volume or selected condition.

The lighting around the front speaker
may not illuminate when the sound of
the audio is low.

Do not use the lights for extended
periods when the engine is not run-
ning.
It may cause battery discharge.

✽

✽

NOTICE

When the doors are opened, the
lighting system will not operate.

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How vehicle audio works

AM and FM radio signals are broad-
cast from transmitter towers located
around your city. They are intercept-
ed by the radio antenna on your vehi-
cle. This signal is then processed by
the radio and sent to your vehicle
speakers.
However, in some cases the signal
coming to your vehicle may not be
strong and clear.

This can be due to factors such as
the distance from the radio station,
closeness of other strong radio sta-
tions or the presence of buildings,
bridges or other large obstructions in
the area.

AM broadcasts can be received at
greater distances than FM broad-
casts. This is because AM radio
waves are transmitted at low fre-
quencies. These long distance, low
frequency radio waves can follow the
curvature of the earth rather than
travelling straight. In addition, they
curve around obstructions resulting
in better signal coverage.

JBM002

AM reception

JBM001

FM reception

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FM broadcasts are transmitted at
high frequencies and do not bend to
follow the earth's surface. Because
of this, FM broadcasts generally
begin to fade within short distances
from the station. Also, FM signals are
easily affected by buildings, moun-
tains, and obstructions. This can
lead to undesirable or unpleasant lis-
tening conditions which might lead
you to believe a problem exists with
your radio. The following conditions
are normal and do not indicate radio
trouble:

• Fading - As your vehicle moves

away from the radio station, the
signal will weaken and sound will
begin to fade. When this occurs,
we suggest that you select another
stronger station.

• Flutter/Static - Weak FM signals or

large obstructions between the
transmitter and your radio can dis-
turb the signal causing static or
fluttering noises to occur. Reducing
the treble level may lessen this
effect until the disturbance clears.

• Station Swapping - As an FM sig-

nal weakens, another more power-
ful signal near the same frequency
may begin to play. This is because
your radio is designed to lock onto
the clearest signal. If this occurs,
select another station with a
stronger signal.

• Multi-Path Cancellation - Radio

signals being received from sever-
al directions can cause distortion
or fluttering. This can be caused by
a direct and reflected signal from
the same station, or by signals
from two stations with close fre-
quencies. If this occurs, select
another station until the condition
has passed.

JBM003

FM radio station

JBM005

JBM004

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Using a cellular phone or a two-
way radio

When a cellular phone is used inside
the vehicle, noise may be produced
from the audio system. This does not
mean that something is wrong with
the audio equipment. In such a case,
try to operate mobile devices as far
from the audio equipment as possi-
ble.

When using a communication sys-
tem such as a cellular phone or a
radio set inside the vehicle, a sepa-
rate external antenna must be fitted.
When a cellular phone or a radio set
is used with an internal antenna
alone, it may interfere with the vehi-
cle's electrical system and adversely
affect safe operation of the vehicle.

WARNING

- Cell phone

use

Do not use a cellular phone
while driving. Stop at a safe
location to use a cellular phone.

WARNING

- Antenna

Do not touch the antenna dur-
ing thunder or lightening as
such acts may lead to lightning
induced electric shock.

WARNING

- Driver

Distraction

• Do not stare at the screen

while driving. Staring at the
screen for prolonged periods
of time could lead to traffic
accidents.

• Using the phone while driving

may lead to a lack of attention
of traffic conditions and
increase the likelihood of acci-
dents. Use the phone feature
after parking the vehicle.

WARNING

- Audio System

• Do not disassemble, assem-

ble, or modify the audio sys-
tem. Such acts could result in
fire or electric shock.

• Exercise caution not to spill

water or introduce foreign
objects into the device. Such
acts could lead to smoke, fire,
or product malfunction.

CAUTION

Refrain from use if the screen is
blank or no sound can be heard
as these signs may indicate
product malfunction. Continued
use in this condition may fur-
ther damage the system.

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iPod

®

iPod

®

is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.

Bluetooth

®

Wireless Technology

A compatible Bluetooth

®

Wireless Technology-enabled

cell phone is required to use

Bluetooth

®

Wireless

Technology.
The Bluetooth

®

word mark and logos are registered

trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of
such marks by Kia is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners.
A Bluetooth

®

enabled cell phone is required to use

Bluetooth

®

Wireless Technology.

Bluetooth

®

Wireless Technology phone compatibility can

be checked by visiting http://www.kia.com.

Pandora

®

Pandora, the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade dress
are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pandora
Media, Inc. Used with permission. Pandora is only avail-
able in certain countries.
Please visit http://www.pandora.com/legal for more infor-
mation.

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AUDIO (With Touch Screen)

B2H4G0000EU

(With

Bluetooth

®

Wireless Technology)

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Feature of Your Audio

Head unit

❈ The actual image in the vehicle

may differ from the illustration.

(1)

RADIO

• Start FM, AM and SiriusXM Radio.

(2)

MEDIA

• Select USB(iPod

®

),

Bluetooth

®

Wireless Technology(BT) Audio,
AUX, My Music or Pandora.

• Display the media menu when two

or more media are connected or
when the

[MEDIA]

button is

pressed in media mode.

(3)

PHONE

• Start

Bluetooth

®

Wireless Technology

Phone mode.

(4)

POWER/VOL

knob

• Turn to adjust the volume.
• Press to turn the device on or off.

(5)

SEEK/TRACK

• Search for frequencies in radio

mode.

• Search for next station in SiriusXM

radio mode.

• Change the current song in media

mode.

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(6)

DISP

• Turn the display on or off.

(7)

CLOCK

• Display the time/date/day.

(8)

SETUP

• Access Display, Sound, Date/Time,

Bluetooth, System, Screen Saver
and Display Off settings.

(9)

TUNE

knob

• Turn to navigate through the sta-

tions/songs list.

• Press to select an item.

(10)

RESET

• Shutdown and restart the system.

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Steering wheel remote control

❈ The actual image in the vehicle

may differ from the illustration.

(1)

MODE

• Press the button to change the

mode in the following order: Radio

➟ Media.

• Press and hold the button to turn

off.

(2)

VOLUME

• Press to adjust the volume.

(3)

UP/DOWN

• Press the button in radio mode to

search Presets.

• Press and hold the button in radio

mode to search frequencies.

• Press the button in media mode to

change the current song. (except
AUX)

• Press and hold the button in media

mode to quick search through
songs. (except

Bluetooth

®

Wireless

Technology(BT) Audio and AUX)

(4)

VOICE

• Pressing the button

- If voice recognition is not active:

Start voice recognition.

- During the notification message

after voice recognition is started:
The notification message is
skipped, and voice command
standby mode is activated.

• Pressing and holding the button:

- If voice recognition is active: End

voice recognition.

- If voice recognition is not active:

Starts/Ends Siri.

(5)

CALL

• Pressing the button

- If not in

Bluetooth

®

Wireless

Technology Handsfree mode or
receiving a phone call.
First press: Display Dial Number
screen.
Second press: Automatically dis-
play the most recently Dialed call
number.
Third press: Dial the phone num-
ber entered.

- Press in the Incoming Call notifi-

cation screen to accept the
phone call.

- Press in

Bluetooth

®

Wireless

Technology Handsfree mode to
switch to the waiting call.

• Pressing and holding the button

(over 1.0 seconds)
- If not in

Bluetooth

®

Wireless

Technology Handsfree mode or
receiving a phone call, the most
recently Dialed Call number is
dialed.

- Press in

Bluetooth

®

Wireless

Technology Handsfree mode to
transfer the call to your cell
phone.

- Press in cell phone mode to

switch to

Bluetooth

®

Wireless

Technology Handsfree mode.

(6)

END

• Press in

Bluetooth

®

Wireless

Technology Handsfree mode to
end the phone call.

• Press in the incoming call screen

to reject the call.

WARNING

- Driver

Distraction

• Do not stare at the screen while

driving. Staring at the screen
for prolonged periods of time
could lead to traffic accidents.

• Using the phone while driving

may lead to a lack of attention
of traffic conditions and
increase the likelihood of acci-
dents. Use the phone feature
after parking the vehicle.

WARNING

- Audio System

• Do not disassemble, assemble,

or modify the audio system.
Such acts could result acci-
dents, fire or electric shock.

• Exercise caution not to spill

water or introduce foreign
objects into the device. Such
acts could lead to smoke, fire,
or product malfunction.

WARNING

Do not use a cellular phone
while driving. Stop at a safe
location to use a cellular phone.

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WARNING

- Distracted

Driving

Driving while distracted can
result in a loss of vehicle con-
trol that may lead to an acci-
dent, severe personal injury,
and death. The driver’s primary
responsibility is in the safe and
legal operation of a vehicle, and
use of any handheld devices,
other equipment, or vehicle sys-
tems which take the driver’s
eyes, attention and focus away
from the safe operation of a
vehicle or which are not permis-
sible by law should never be
used during operation of the
vehicle.

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NOTICE

Refrain from use if the screen is
blank or no sound can be heard as
these signs may indicate product
malfunction. Continued use in this
condition may further damage the
system.

CAUTION

• When cleaning the device,

make sure to turn off the
audio system and use a dry
and smooth cloth.

• Do not place beverages close

to the audio system. Spilling
beverages may lead to system
malfunction.

• Never use rough materials,

chemical cloths, or solvents
(alcohol, benzene, thinners,
etc.) as such materials may
damage the device panel or
cause color/quality deteriora-
tion.

• Prevent caustic solutions such

as perfume and cosmetic oil
from contacting the dashboard
because they may cause dam-
age or discoloration.

WARNING

- Antenna

Do not touch the antenna dur-
ing thunder or lightning
because such an act may cause
electric shock.

CAUTION

• Adjust the volume to levels

that allow the driver to hear
sounds from outside of the
vehicle. Driving in a state
where external sounds cannot
be heard may lead to acci-
dents.

• Pay attention to the volume

setting when turning the
device on. A sudden output of
extreme volume upon turning
the device on could lead to
hearing impairment. (Adjust
the volume to a suitable levels
before turning off the device.)

(Continued)

(Continued)
• Turn on the car engine before

using this device. Do not oper-
ate the audio system for long
periods of time only with the
ignition turned on as such
operations may lead to battery
discharge.

• In case of product malfunc-

tion, please contact your place
of purchase or After Service
center.

• Placing the audio system

within an electromagnetic
environment may result in
noise interference.

CAUTION

- LCD Monitor

Do not subject the device to
severe shock or impact. Direct
pressure onto the front side of
the monitor may cause damage
to the LCD or touch screen.

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Information on status icons

Icons showing audio status are shown in the upper-right
corner of the screen.

Icon

Description

Mute

Mute engaged

Battery

Remaining battery life of a connected
Bluetooth

®

Wireless Technology device

Handsfree +

Audio streaming

connection

Bluetooth

®

Wireless Technology Handsfree

call and audio streaming available

Handsfree

connection

Bluetooth

®

Wireless Technology Handsfree

call available

Bluetooth

®

Wireless

Technology

audio streaming

Bluetooth

®

Wireless Technology audio

streaming available

Downloading

contacts

Downloading contacts through

Bluetooth

®

Wireless Technology wireless communications

Downloading

call history

Downloading call history through

Bluetooth

®

Wireless Technology wireless communications

Line busy

Phone call in progress

Mute mic

Mic muted during a call
(caller cannot hear your voice)

Phone signal

strength

Display the phone signal strength for a cell
phone connected by

Bluetooth

®

Wireless

Technology

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Radio

You can listen to FM, AM and
SiriusXM radio.

(1) Band

Switch between FM, AM and
SiriusXM radio.

(2) Presets

Change the preset number on the
main screen.

(3) List

Display all available stations.

(4) Menu

Navigate to the menu screen.

(5) Presets 1~40

Save or listen to favorite stations.

Switching between FM, AM and
SiriusXM radio
• Press the

[RADIO]

button on the

audio system to switch between
FM, AM and SiriusXM radio.

• Press the [Band] on the screen to

switch between FM, AM and
SiriusXM radio.

Searching stations

Searching stations by pressing the

[SEEK/TRACK]

button on the prod-

uct.

< Presets >

By selecting [< Presets >], the but-
tons for Presets 1~40 displayed on
the screen can be changed.

Presets 1~40

Select the button to listen to a preset.
Press and hold the button number to
save the current station. If the slot is
empty, simply selecting saves the
station to the slot.

List

A list of all available stations is dis-
played. Select the desired station.
Favorite stations can be saved to
[Presets] by selecting the [+].

Menu
Select the [Menu], and select the
desired function.
• Presets: Save up to 40 frequently

used stations.
To listen to a preset, select the
desired station.
Press and hold the desired slot
from 1 through 40. This saves the
current station in the selected slot.
If the slot is empty, simply selecting
saves the station to the slot.

• Scan: All stations available in the

current location of the vehicle are
played for five seconds each.

• Information: View detailed station

information.

• Sound Settings: Audio sound set-

tings can be changed.

• Station Info: Set whether to receive

station information such as Station
Name, Program Type or Information.