Voice recognition
With the voice recognition function, you can access various functions of the infotainment system without manipulating the screen or buttons. This function prevents driver distraction and dangerous situations.
Use voice commands to access various functions easily.
- The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
- Note the following to ensure accurate recognition of your voice command.
- Press the Voice Recognition button. After a beep sound, say your voice command.
- Pronounce a command accurately and naturally, without pausing between words, like you would in a conversation.
- The microphone is located above the driver's head. Say your command while maintaining an upright posture. The microphone location may differ depending on the vehicle.
- Voice recognition is automatically ended when:
- You make or receive a call.
- The front or rear cameras operate.
- A button is pressed to run another function (e.g., radio or media change).
- Rerouting or other unexpected action is made due to deviation from the route during guidance.
- Voice recognition may not work properly when:
- The sunroof or windows are open so the wind is strong.
- The fan speed of the air conditioner or heater is high.
- The vehicle is passing through a tunnel.
- The vehicle is driving on an unpaved road and its noise and vibration are loud.
- Noise is loud due to a heavy rain or storm.
- When using speech recognition, some commands may not be supported depending on the vehicle model and type.
- Special characters included in a contact are not recognised by voice (e.g., School_John, John!).
- Not all languages may be supported depending on the region. Some commands may not be supported depending on the set language.
- Some functions are available only if you are subscribed to the Kia Connect service.
- Privacy & Security policy:
- After downloading the Phonebook via Bluetooth, Infotainment system will upload it to the voice recognition server of Soundhound.
- Uploaded information (Phonebook) will be used only by Voice Recognition application and it will remain secured.
- Phonebook information will not be shared with any third party.
- Any disputes arising in regard to personal information misuse will be subject to judicial jurisdiction.
- For any assistance/query please contact Kia service centre.
Using the voice recognition function
- Press the Voice Recognition button
on the steering wheel. After a beep sound, say your voice command. For Voice recognition settings ▶ See "Configuring the voice recognition settings."- If you press the Voice Recognition button when the system is waiting for a voice command, the standby time is extended.
- If you press the Voice Recognition button in the middle of voice guidance on the voice recognition function, the voice guidance is skipped.
- If you say a command in the middle of voice guidance on the voice recognition function, system will stop prompting further and access a command.
- For better voice recognition performance, maintain less noise inside the vehicle.
- When Minimise prompts is Enabled, Voice Recognition prompts are not played, only beep sound is provided to indicate when to say a command.
- When a beep sound is heard, say a voice command as required (e.g., radio). ▶ See "Available voice commands" or "Viewing available voice commands."
- Some functions may require additional commands.
- If multiple search results are found, follow the on-screen instructions to say the name or number you want to run.
Ending voice recognition mode
To end the voice recognition, perform one of the following methods:
- • In standby mode for voice recognition, say "Exit".
- • On the voice recognition screen, press Exit.
- • On the steering wheel, press and hold the Voice Recognition button.
Using voice recognition via phone projection
Use the voice recognition function on your smartphone via phone projection. ▶ See "Using the phone projection function."
- When your smartphone is connected via phone projection, press and hold the voice recognition button on the steering wheel to use phone internal voice recognition function.
Adjusting the voice guidance volume
When voice recognition mode is on, you can adjust the volume by using either the volume button on the steering wheel or the volume knob.
Viewing available voice commands
Press Voice recognition button on steering wheel and then say "Commands" to view all commands that are available for use.
- The All functions screen can be controlled by touch only and does not recognise voice commands.
- To redirect to the Voice Recognition screen, press the Voice Recognition button.
- Press Exit to end voice recognition.
- Some functions may not be supported depending on the vehicle's options.
Available voice commands
Call commands
Command | Function |
|---|---|
Call | You can make a call to one of your mobile phone's contacts. Say a contact's name to begin a call. |
Call <name> | The system dials the phone number of that contact. If the contact has multiple phone numbers, select a phone number. |
Call <name> on Mobile | The system dials the phone number saved as "Mobile" for that contact. |
Call <name> in Office | The system dials the phone number saved as "Office" for that contact. |
Call <name> at Home | The system dials the phone number saved as "Home" for that contact. |
Call <name> on other number | The system dials the phone number saved as other than "Mobile", "Office", or "Home" for that contact. |
Dial number | You can make a call. Say a phone number to begin a call. |
Dial <Phone #> | You can make a call immediately to that phone number. |
Send Message | You can send a text message to one of your mobile phone's contacts. Say a contact's name and then enter the message content by following the guidance. This command is available only if Kia Connect is activated. |
Send Message to <name> | You can send a text message to that specific contact. Enter the message content by following the guidance. This command is available only if Kia Connect is activated. |
Send Message to <name> <Message> | You can send a text message to that contact more directly. This command is available only if Kia Connect is activated. |
Change Bluetooth Device | You can search for and connect another Bluetooth device. |
- To use call commands, your mobile phone must be connected to the system via Bluetooth and your contacts must be downloaded. ▶ See "Connecting a Bluetooth device."
- Some functions may not be available, depending on the connected mobile phone.
- Above commands are recognizable in English only.
- Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and functions.
Navigation commands
Command | Function |
|---|---|
Find POI/address | You can search for a designated POI name or address. For example, say "Find Kia dealerships." |
<Navigate to POI> | You can search for a designated category of POIs nearby. For example, say "Navigate to Agra." |
Favourite destinations | You can select a location from the list of your favourite destinations. Say the number of the location you want. |
Saved places | Access the saved places screen. |
Previous destinations | You can select a location from the list of your previous destinations. Say the number of the location you want. |
Previous Searches | You can select a destination from the list of destinations that have recently been searched for. Say the number of the location you want. |
Go home | Set the location saved to the home shortcut button in your saved places as your destination. |
Go to office | Set the location saved to the office shortcut button in your saved places as your destination. |
Change home | You can change the location saved as your home. |
Change office | You can change the location saved as your office. |
Stop guidance | Pause the navigation guidance. |
Resume guidance | Resume the navigation guidance. |
Cancel route | Pause the navigation guidance. |
Destination Information | View information on the distance and time to your current destination. |
Route options | Find another route. |
Route overview | View the entire route on the map. |
Add Tourpoint | You can search the desired place and set it as a tourpoint. |
Plan Tour | You can change the order of tourpoints on the route. |
Delete Tourpoint | You can delete a tourpoint from the route. |
- When "Find" command is used, the destination is searched within the current city or province. To set the destination in another city or province, say the destination and then say the city or province.
- Some commands, such as "Cancel route" or "Route overview" are available only when a destination is set.
- Press KIA connect in IRVM for giving VR commands related to POI search.
- Above commands are recognizable in English only.
- Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and functions.
Navigation commands (Hinglish)
Command | Function |
|---|---|
Navigation Chalao Map Chalu karo | Dsiplays Map on the screen. |
Pichle Destinations dikhao | You can select a location from the list of your previous destinations. Say the number of the location you want. |
Pichle Searches dikhao | You can select a destination from the list of destinations that have recently been searched for. Say the number of the location you want. |
Route Radhh kar do Route cancel kardo Route Guidance Band kar do | Pause the Navigation Guidance. |
Route Guidance Chalu karo | Resume the navigation guidance. |
Destination Ki Jaankaari Do | View information on the distance and time to your current destination. |
Route ke options batao | Find another route. |
Route Dobara calculate karo | Calculates Route guidance again. |
Route Overview Dikhao | View the entire route on map. |
Saved Places Dikhao | Access the Saved Places screen. |
Favourite destinations Dikhao | You can select a location from the list of your Favourite destinations. Say the number of the location you want. |
- Above commands will not work, if rephrased or altered.
- Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and functions.
Radio commands
Command | Function |
|---|---|
FM Radio | Turn on the FM radio. |
AM Radio | Turn on the AM radio. |
Tune to FM <89.1> | Tune to the specified FM frequency. |
Tune to AM <1080> | Tune to the specified AM frequency. |
- Above commands are recognizable in English only.
- Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and functions.
Radio commands (Hinglish)
Command | Function |
|---|---|
Radio chalao | Turn on Radio. |
FM Chalao FM Bajao | Turn on the FM Radio. |
FM <89.1> Pe Tune Kro | Tune to the specified FM frequency. |
AM Chalao AM Bajao | Turn on the AM Radio. |
AM <1080> Pe Tune Kro | Tune to the specified AM frequency. |
- Above commands will not work, if rephrased or altered.
- Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and functions.
Media Commands
Command | Function |
|---|---|
Media Music | Play the connected media. |
Open Media | Move to the Media screen. |
Select USB | Plays the USB Music. |
Bluetooth Audio | Plays the Bluetooth Audio. |
Sounds of Nature | Plays the Sounds of Nature. |
Voice Memo | Move to the Voice Memo screen. |
- Above commands are recognizable in English only.
- Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and functions.
Media Commands (Hinglish)
Command | Function |
|---|---|
Media Chalao Media Chalu karo | Play the connected media. |
Music Band kar do | Stop playing the connected media. |
Bluetooth Music Chalao | Plays Bluetooth audio. |
USB Ke Gaane chalao USB Ke Gaane Bajao | Plays USB music. |
USB Ke Video Chalao | Plays USB video. |
Voice Memo Chalao | Move to the Voice Memo screen. |
Sounds of Nature Chalao | Plays Sounds of Nature. |
Quiet Mode Chalu karo Quiet Mode Band kar do | Turns on or off Quiet Mode. |
- Above commands will not work, if rephrased or altered.
- Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and functions.
Vehicle control commands
Command | Function |
|---|---|
Climate control on/off | Turn on or off the climate control. |
Air Conditioning on/off | Can turn on or off the air conditioner. |
Heating on/off | Can turn on or off the heater. |
Fan high/low | Used to set the fan level. |
Set fan to windscreen/upper body/feet | Used to set the air direction. |
Increase/Lower the temperature | Increase or decrease the temperature. |
Open/Close sunroof | Open or close the sunroof. |
Turn ON/OFF front defroster | Turn on or off the front defroster. |
Turn On/OFF rear defroster | Turn on or off the rear defroster. |
Clean Air System ON/OFF | Turn on or off the clean air system. |
All seat ventilations On/Off | Turn on or off the ventilation for all seats. |
Driver seat ventilation On/Off | Turn on or off the driver's seat ventilation. |
Driver seat ventilation level 1 to 3 | Set the driver's seat ventilation level in the range of 1 to 3. |
Passenger seat ventilation On/Off | Turn on or off the passenger seat ventilation. |
Passenger seat ventilation level 1 to 3 | Set the passenger seat ventilation level in the rage of 1 to 3. |
Seat Warmer ON/OFF | Turn on or off the Seat warmer. |
Open/Close the Charging door | Open or close the Charging door. |
Open/Close Trunk | Open or close the trunk. |
Heated steering wheel ON/OFF | Turn on or off the steering wheel warmer. |
Rear seat ventilation On/Off | Turn on or off the rear-seat ventilation. |
Open all windows Close all windows | Open or close all window. |
Open driver window Close driver window | Open or close the driver window. |
Open passenger window Close passenger window | Open or close the passenger window. |
Open rear windows Close rear windows | Open or close the rear window. |
Open window Close window | Open or close the window. |
- Above commands are recognizable in English only.
- Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and functions.
Vehicle control commands (Hinglish)
Command | Function |
|---|---|
AC on kardo AC Band Kar do | Can turn on or off the air conditioner. |
Fan speed badha do Fan Speed Kam Kar do | Used to set the fan level. |
Muh pe hawa do Pairo pe hawa do Muh aur pairo pe hawa do Saamne ke seeshe aur pairo pe hawa do | Used to set the air direction. |
Mujhe Thand Lag Rahi hai Mujhe Garmi lag rahi hai Temperature badha do Temperature kum kar do | Increase or decrease the temperature. |
Saamne ka Defroster Chalao Saamne ka Defroster Band kar do | Turn on or off the front defroster. |
Peeche ka Defroster Chalao Peeche ka Defroster Band kar do | Turn on or off the rear defroster. |
Khidki Kholo Sheesha Niche karo Khidki Band kar do Sheesha Uppar Karo | Open or close the driver's window. |
Passenger ka khidki kholo Passenger ka khidki band kar do | Open or close the passenger window. |
Peeche ka khidakiyaan kholo Peeche ka khidakiyaan band kar do | Open or close the rear windows. |
Sunroof Kholo Car ki chatt kholo Sunroof Band Kar do Car ki chatt band karo | Open or close the sunroof. |
Seat ka AC Chalao Seat ka AC Band kar do | Turn on or off the seat ventilation. |
Saari Seat ka AC Chalao Saari Seat ka AC Band kar do | Turn on or off all seat ventilation. |
Driver Seat ka AC Chalao Driver Seat ka AC Band kar do | Turn on or off the driver's seat ventilation. |
Driver Seat ka AC Level <1~3> kar do | Set the driver's seat ventilation level in the range of 1 to 3. |
Passenger Seat ka AC Chalao Passenger Seat ka AC Band kar do | Turn on or off the passenger seat ventilation. |
Passenger Seat ka AC Level <1~3> kar do | Set the passenger seat ventilation level in the range of 1 to 3. |
Saari Seat ka Heater Chalu kar do Saari Seat ka Heater Band kar do | Turn on or off all seat warmers. |
Driver Seatka Heater Chalu kar do Driver Seat ka Heater Band kar do | Turn on or off the driver's seat warmer. |
Driver Seat ka Heater Level <1~3> Kar Do | Set the driver's seat warmer level in the range of 1 to 3. |
Passenger Seat ka Heater Chalu kar do Passenger Seat ka Heater Band kar do | Turn on or off the passenger seat warmer. |
Passenger Seat ka Heater Level <1~3> Kar Do | Set the passenger seat warmer level in the range of 1 to 3. |
Charging door Kholo Charging door Band Kar do | Open or close the EV charging door. |
Steering wheel ka heater ON kar do Steering wheel ka heater band kar do | Turn on or off the steering wheel warmer. |
Dickey Kholo Dickey Band Karo | Open or close the trunk/tailgate. |
- Above commands will not work, if rephrased or altered.
- Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and functions.
Quiet mode commands
Command | Function |
|---|---|
Quiet Mode Quiet Mode off | Turn on or off the Quiet mode. |
- Above commands are recognizable in English only.
- Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and functions.
Search commands
Command | Function |
|---|---|
Search settings for <Setting menu> | You can search for a setting menu. For example, say "Search settings for Bluetooth" or "Search settings for Display." |
- Above commands are recognizable in English only.
- Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and functions.
Other commands
Command | Function |
|---|---|
Help | Move to the help screen. |
Line <#>* | Select an item with the designated number on a list. Simple numbers, such as "One" or "Two," can be recognized. |
Yes* | Accept a notification asking for your confirmation in an exceptional situation. |
No* | Deny a notification asking for your confirmation in an exceptional situation. |
Next* | If there are more than four items on a list, scroll to the next page. |
Previous* | If you scroll to the next page of a list, scroll back to the previous page. |
Back* | Returns to the previous step. |
Exit | End voice recognition. |
Cricket | For example, say "When is India playing next Cricket match?" or "What is the last match score of India vs New Zealand?" |
Soccer | For example, say "What is the score of Barcelona FC vs Real Madrid?" or "What are the team standings of Laliga?" |
Time & date | For example, say "What's the Date today?" or "What's time difference between India and Korea?" |
Weather | For example, say "How is the weather today?" or "How is the weather next sunday?" |
Indian Holidays | For example, say "When is Diwali?" or "How many days between today and republic day?" |
* These commands are available only in certain situations.
- Above commands are recognizable in English only.
- Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and functions.
Making a call with a voice command
Scenario 1
When your Bluetooth device is paired and connected, you can make phone calls after downloading Contacts/Phonebook.
- On the steering wheel, press the button.
- Say "Call gopi."
Scenario 2
In case contact has multiple categories of numbers such as mobile, work, home, other.
Then you can see the following list after making a call.
Say "First one", or "Second one" according to the required number to call.
Scenario 3
In case of "Multiple contacts with similar names", then the system will show you a list of similar contacts.
Say "First one", or "Second one" according to the required number to call.
Seeing the date/time with a voice command
Scenario 1
To know time.
Say "What is the time now?"
Scenario 2
To know the time difference between 2 different countries.
Say "Time difference between south Korea and India?"
Scenario 3
To know the date of future week.
Say "What is the date of next thursday?"
Seeing the weather information with a voice command
Scenario 1
To know the current weather condition.
Say "What is the temperature in Delhi today?"
Scenario 2
For weather conditions of past days.
Say "What was the weather in Delhi yesterday?"
Scenario 3
For weather conditions of future days.
Say "What will be the temperature tomorrow in Hyderabad?" or "Will it rain in Delhi tomorrow?"
Setting the destination with a voice command
Scenario 1
To navigate to a specific location such as nearest KFC, then.
Say "Navigate to KFC."
Scenario 2
To navigate to nearest restaurants.
- Say "Find Starbucks near me", then the system will show the list.
- Say "First one" or "Second one" of list number to start navigating.
Seeing the sports information with a voice command
Scenario 1
When you want to see your team's score.
Say "What's the India score?"
Scenario 2
When you want to see your team's players.
Say "Who is on the India line up?"
Scenario 3
When you want to see your team's rank in the league.
Say "What are the team standings of IPL?"
Controlling your vehicle with voice command
Scenario 1
Lowers the all seat temperature.
Say "Cool down all"
Scenario 2
Increases the all seat temperature.
Say "Warm up all"
