Nissan Sentra B18 (2020-2025) Owner's Manual: Bluetooth streaming audio

If you have a compatible Bluetooth device that supports streaming audio (A2DP profile), you can establish a wireless connection between the Bluetooth device and the Nissan Sentra audio system.

This connection allows you to enjoy music, podcasts, and other audio content stored on your Bluetooth device directly through the Nissan Sentra speakers, providing convenient hands-free entertainment while driving.

To use Bluetooth streaming audio, touch the Bluetooth icon on the Launch Bar, then select the “BT Audio” key to activate Bluetooth audio mode.

NOTE:

A cellular phone should not be used while driving so that full attention can be given to vehicle operation. If a Bluetooth device needs to be connected, follow the connecting procedure only when the vehicle is safely parked.

NOTE:

The Bluetooth connecting procedure must be performed while the Nissan Sentra is stationary. If the vehicle begins moving during the procedure, the connection process will be canceled automatically.

To connect a phone or audio device to the Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System:

Manual Connecting Procedure

1. Select the “Settings” key on the Launch Bar.

2. Touch the “Connections” key.

3. Touch the Bluetooth tab and then touch the “Add New” key.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete pairing.

If a PIN appears on the display, operate the Bluetooth device to enter or confirm the PIN and finalize the connection.

Connecting procedure

Automatic Connecting Procedure

If no phone is currently connected to the system, press and hold the button on the steering wheel for less than 1.5 seconds.

After the voice prompt, say “Add Phone.” The system will announce that it is transferring to the add phone settings menu and will begin the pairing process automatically. When a compatible device is detected, a message with a PIN will appear on the screen. Operate the Bluetooth device to complete the pairing process. For additional details, see “Bluetooth connections screen.”

Bluetooth screen

1. “BT Menu” key
   Depending on the Bluetooth version supported by the connected device, either the “BT Menu” key or the “Connections” key will be displayed.
2. Track information
   Displays available track information such as song title, artist name, and album name.
3. Audio source indicator
   Indicates the currently selected audio source within the Nissan Sentra audio system.
4. Bluetooth audio operation keys
   Touch to control Bluetooth audio playback functions.
5. Play time and progress bar
   Shows the elapsed play time of the current track.

   The progress bar visually indicates how much of the track has been played.

Bluetooth operation keys

Touch these keys to control Bluetooth audio playback functions such as play, pause, and track selection.

Bluetooth audio operation

The ability to pause, change tracks, fast-forward, rewind, shuffle, or repeat music may vary depending on the connected Bluetooth device.

Some or all of these functions may not be supported by every device used with the Nissan Sentra Bluetooth audio system.

NOTE:

Depending on the connected Bluetooth audio device, certain audio operations may not be available or a short delay may occur before music playback begins.

Activation and playing

A Bluetooth audio device can be played by touching the “Bluetooth” key on the Menu screen or by selecting Bluetooth directly from the Launch Bar.

To pause Bluetooth audio playback, touch the " " key. Touch the " " key to resume playback.

Changing folders

To change folders or categories, touch the “BT Menu” key on the Bluetooth audio screen.

Fast-forwarding/rewinding

To fast-forward or rewind a track, press and hold the or buttons on the control panel, or touch and hold the " " or " " keys on the display.

Changing play mode

Repeat mode

Touch the " " key on the screen to change the repeat playback mode.

Random mode

Touch the " " key on the screen to enable or disable random (shuffle) playback.

NOTE:

The available repeat and random playback modes may vary depending on the connected Bluetooth device.

BT Menu

Touch the “BT Menu” key on the Bluetooth audio screen to display the Bluetooth audio menu.

The following menu items may be available depending on device compatibility.

*: Displayed only when available.

NOTE:

Depending on the connected Bluetooth device, the “BT Menu” key may not be displayed on the Nissan Sentra audio screen.

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