5-4 I UVO eServices
The UVO eServices function is supported for vehicles purchased
in USA.
Before using UVO eServices
What is UVO eServices?
This is a Kia telematics service based on our cutting-edge IT system
that makes your driving experience more convenient and fun and
features safety, security, vehicle diagnostics, remote control and even
smartphone synchronization functions.Enjoy a smarter driving style
with UVO eServices.
What is Telematics?
The word “Telematics” stems from the combination of telecommu-
nications and informatics, and refers to an information system that
provides a variety of driving information through the built-in termi-
nal by analyzing each symptom and driving state. This allows for a
much safer and more comfortable driving experience.
Regarding the TX and RX of radio
There may be limitation of the UVO eServices depending on the
environment of the mobile network since it communicates with
UVO system using mobile communication network. It may affect
UVO phone, the connection to the UVO center or the TX/RX of
wireless data at the place as the following. Refer to the status icon
(
) of the TX/RX signal on the top status display bar for the sta-
tus of TX/RX signal. It is advisable to use the UVO system when
the antenna level of the TX/RX signal is four or more.
Places where UVO may be disrupted depending on the transmis-
sion/reception status:
• Inside tunnels
• Mountainous areas or dense forest
• Roads close to cliff edges
• Densely built-up areas
• On highways or roads underneath higher interchange roads
• Inside buildings