KIA Soul (2018 year). Instruction — 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.

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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

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.

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.

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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 that are not permissi-
ble by law should never be used
during operation of the vehicle.

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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 an 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 lights around
the front speaker is adjusted by turn-
ing the knob as follows.

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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 engine is not running.
It may cause battery discharge.

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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

Audio system

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.

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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.

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 (Without Touch Screen)

B2G4G0000EU

(With

Bluetooth

®

Wireless Technology)

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Type A

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Feature of Your Audio

Head unit

❈

The actual features in the vehicle
may differ from the illustration.

(1) RADIO
• Start FM, AM and SiriusXM.

(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.

• Change the current song in media

mode.

(6) [1] ~ [6] (Preset)
• Save/play presets in radio mode.
• Select/launch the numeric menus

displayed on the screen.

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(7) SETUP/CLOCK
• Access Display, Sound, Date/Time,

Bluetooth, System and Display Off
settings.

• Press and hold to set the date/time.

(8) MENU
• Display additional menus available

on the current screen.

(9) BACK
• Return to the previous screen.

(10) TUNE knob
• Turn to navigate through the sta-

tions/songs list.

• Press to select an item.

(11) PRESET
• Move to the previous/next preset

page in radio mode.

(12) RESET
• Shutdown and restart the system.

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Steering wheel remote control

❈

The actual features 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.

• Press and hold the button in media

mode to quick search through
songs.

(4) VOICE
• Pressing the button

- If Siri is not active: Starts Siri.
- If Siri is active: Re-starts Siri.

• Pressing and holding the button:

Siri is deactivated.

(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

- 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.

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• 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 sud-
den 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.)

• If you want to change the position

of device installation, please
inquire with your place of purchase
or service maintenance center.
Technical expertise is required to
install or disassemble the device.

• Turn on the car ignition before

using this device. Do not operate
the audio system for long periods
of time with the ignition turned off
as such operations may lead to
battery discharge.

• In case of product malfunction,

please contact your place of pur-
chase or After Service center.

• Placing the audio system within an

electromagnetic environment may
result in noise interference.

WARNING -

Driver
distraction

Operating the device while driv-
ing could lead to accidents due
to a lack of attention to external
surroundings. First park the
vehicle before operating the
device.

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 tough 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 cosmet-
ic oil from contacting the
dashboard because they may
cause damage or discol-
oration.

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.

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

Switching between FM, AM and
SiriusXM

Press the [RADIO] button on the
audio system to switch between FM,
AM and SiriusXM.

Searching frequencies

Search frequencies by pressing the
[SEEK/TRACK] button on the prod-
uct.

Presets

Save up to 36 frequently used sta-
tions.
1. Press and hold the desired slot

from 1 through 36. This saves the
current station in the selected slot.
If the slot is empty, simply press-
ing saves the station to the slot.

2. To save in slots numbered 7 or

higher, press the [PRESET] but-
ton to move to the previous/next
page and save.

To listen to a preset station, press
the desired station in the list.

Menu

Press the [MENU] button, and select
the desired function.
• List: A list of all stations available in

the current location of the vehicle is
displayed. Press the desired sta-
tion. Press the [Refresh] to update
the list of available stations.

• Scan: All stations available in the

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

• Information: View detailed station

information. Station Info should be
enabled if information wants to be
shown.

• 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.

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NOTICE -

SiriusXM

®

Satellite

Radio information

• Satellite Radio channels:

Enjoy SiriusXM Satellite Radio
with a 3-month trial subscription
to the Sirius Select package. You’ll
get over variable channels, includ-
ing commercialfree music, plus all
your favorite sports, exclusive
talk, entertainment, and a selec-
tion of premium programming.
For more information and a com-
plete list of SiriusXM channels,
visit siriusxm.com in the United
States, siriusxm.ca in Canada, or
call SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474.

• Satellite Radio reception factors:

To receive the satellite signal, your
vehicle has been equipped with a
satellite radio antenna located on
the roof of your vehicle. The vehi-
cle roof provides the best location
for an unobstructed, open view of
the sky, a requirement of a satellite
radio system. Like AM/FM, there
are several factors that can affect
satellite radio reception perform-
ance:

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- Antenna obstructions: For opti-

mal reception performance, keep
the antenna clear of snow and
ice build-up and keep luggage
and other material as far away
from the antenna as possible.

• SiriusXM Satellite Radio service:

SiriusXM is a subscription-based
satellite radio service that broad-
casts music, sports, news and
entertainment programming to
radio receivers, which are avail-
able for installation in motor vehi-
cles or factory installed, as well as
for the home, portable and wire-
less devices, and through an Internet
connection on a personal computer.
Vehicles that are equipped with a
factory installed SiriusXM Satellite
Radio system include:
- Hardware and an introductory

trial subscription term, which
begins on the date of sale or lease
of the vehicle.

- For a small upgrade fee, access to

SiriusXM music channels, and
other select channels over the
Internet using any computer con-
nected to the Internet (U.S. cus-
tomers only).

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• SiriusXM services require a sub-

scription sold separately, or as a
package, by Sirius XM Radio Inc.
If you decide to continue service
after your trial, the subscription
plan you choose will automatically
renew thereafter and you will be
charged according to your chosen
payment method at then-current
rates. Fees and taxes apply. To
cancel you must call SiriusXM at
1-866-635-2349. See SiriusXM
Customer Agreement for complete
terms at www.siriusxm.com.
SiriusXM U.S. satellite and data
services are available only in the
48 contiguous states, DC and
Puerto Rico (with coverage limita-
tions). SiriusXM satellite service is
also available in Canada; see
www.siriusxm. ca. All fees and
programming subject to change.
Sirius, XM and all related marks
and logos are trademarks of Sirius
XM Radio Inc.