display SKODA OCTAVIA 2013 3.G / (5E) Columbus Navigation System Manual

Search available stations (Scan)First read and observe the introductory information given on page 24.
This function plays all the receivable stations in succession for a few seconds
each.
Switching on
›
Press the button
2
» Fig. 1 on page 5
or
›
press the  → Scan button.
Switching off
›
Press the button
2
or
›
press any function key in the device screen.
After switching off the function, the device receives the stations at which the
function was canceled.

Station logos
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 24.
The preset buttons
(B
» Fig. 14 on page 24 ) can be associated with logos (im-
ages) of the radio station.
Store station logos automatically (FM / DAB)
›
Before you save the radio station to a station button function key 
press →
Advanced setup
›
Activate the menu item Auto-save station logos » page 28 , Advanced Set-
tings (FM) and » page 28 , Advanced Settings (DAB) .
When you save the station to a station button, the station is assigned a logo from the device memory if the logo is available in the memory.
Storing station logos manually
A logo can be assigned manually for the previously stored stations.
›
The function key 
→ Station logos
A menu with preset buttons for radio stations is displayed.›
Press the preset button for the station, which a logo is to be assigned to.
A menu of media (CD, SD card, USB) is displayed.
›
In the the relevant madia select the image you want to have.
By selection of the image it is assiagned to the relevant station button.
Note
■ The following image formats are supported: jpg, gif, png, bmp.■We recommend a resolution of up to 500 x 500 pixels.

Traffic programme
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 24.
During playback in the media menu the traffic information from the last selected
radio station is received.
Should this radio station not support traffic reports or the signal is not available,
then the device automatically searches for a TP station.
Switching on/off
›
The function key 
.
›
Enable or disable the menu item Traffic programme (TP)
Traffic news
During a traffic announcement, the following menu is displayed:
›
Cancel - interruption of the current traffic report. The TP function remains acti-
vated.
›
Deactivate - Exit the current traffic report and turn off TP function.
Note
Some radio stations misleadingly identify themselves as traffic programs. It is
therefore not an error with the unit that there is no traffic news with these sta-
tions.
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Station information DAB)Fig. 16
Station information
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 24.
DAB allows the transmission of various additional information. The display op-
tions for this informationcan be adjusted on the screen in the following menu.
›
Press RADIO
→ DAB
 .
■ Preset list - Display only stored DAB stations
■ Station info. - Displays DAB station information, accompanying text (radio text)
and images (e.g., artist name or programme and image type where these are broadcast)
■ Radio text - Displays one radio text
■ Slideshow - Displays one image; the image will switch to full-screen view until
you switch the screen back on by moving your hand towards it.
Note
If you touch the screen in the area where the accompanying text (radio text) is
displayed, the screen will only display this information. If you touch the screen in
the area of the displayed image, only images will be displayed on the screen.
Radio settings
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Settings
27
Advanced Settings (FM)
28
Advanced Settings (DAB)
28
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4 , Important
notes .
The basic setting of the radio functions is the same for all broadcast ranges. The
Advanced setup menu is different for FM and DAB. The AM broadcast area does
not have this menu.

Settings
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 27.
›
Press the button RADIO
→ 
.
Basic setting ■ Sound - Sound setup » page 20, Sound settings
■ Scan - Auto-play all stations in the current frequency band, each station for
around five seconds.
■ Arrow buttons: - Set the station select function in the Radio menu
■ Preset list - only switch preset radio stations - Preset buttons
■ Station list - Switches all radio stations currently in range for the selected fre-
quency band
■ Traffic programme (TP) - Switches traffic programme on/off
■ Delete presets - Deletes the stored stations (preset buttons)
■  - Delete a certain radio station (preset button)
■  Delete all - Deletes the stored stations (preset buttons)
■ Station logos - manual assignment of station logos » page 26
■ Radio text - Switching the text display radio (FM and DAB) on and off
■ Advanced setup - another setting that is different depending on the selected
broadcasting range(FM and DAB)

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Advanced Settings (FM)First read and observe the introductory information given on page 27.
Advanced Settings for FM broadcasting range
■ Advanced setup
■ Alternative frequency (AF) - Switching on/off the search for alternative fre-
quencies of the station currently being heard, when you turn off AF off is dis-
played on the device screen
■ Radio Data System (RDS) - Switches on/off the RDS function
■ RDS Regional: - Switch on/off the automatic tracking of related regional sta-
tions
■ Fixed - Maintains the selected regional station continuously. When the sig-
nal is lost, another regional station must be set manually.
■ Automatic - Auto-selects the station with the best reception at the mo-
ment. If you lose reception the region, the unit will automatically set anoth-
er available region.
■ Auto-save station logos - Auto save the station logo according to the PI code
of the radio station » page 26

Advanced Settings (DAB)
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 27.
Advanced settings for the DAB broadcasting range
■ Advanced setup
■ DAB traffic announcements - Switch on/off DAB announcements
■ Other DAB announcements - Switch on/off other announcements (e.g., warn-
ings, regional weather, sports reports, financial news)
■ DAB - DAB station tracking - Switch on/off automatic DAB station tracking in
other station groups
■ Automatic DAB - FM switching - Switch on/off auto-switching from DAB to
the FM frequency band if the DAB signal is lost
■ L-Band - Switch on/off the automatic DAB station search in L-band
■ Auto-save station logos - Automatic association of the logo with station de-
tected » page 26
DAB programme tracking
If a DAB station is a member of several sender groups, when the signal is poor,
the same station is searched in a different sender group.
Auto-change DAB -FM
If the DAB signal is poor, the unit will try to find a corresponding FM station for the DAB station you are currently listening to.
For auto-change to work, the DAB and FM stations must send a sender ID.
› While the station is being received on the FM band, (
) is displayed after the
station name. The () marker disappears when the relevant DAB station can be received again .
› If a DAB station is also not available in the FM band due to poor reception, the
device will be switched to mute.
› If you do not want automatic station change (e.g. when driving through tunnels,
when reception may be lost temporarily), you can deactivate this function.
L-band
For the DAB radio reception in different countries, different frequency ranges are used. In some countries the DAB radio reception only in the so-called L-band.
› If you have any problems with the DAB wireless reception it is necessary to en-
sure that the DAB Automatic tuning in L-band is on.
› If no L-band DAB radio reception is possible in the country then it is better to
leave this menu item turned off. The channel scan is therefore faster.
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Media
Operation
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu
29
Title / folder list
30
Track/folder database
30
Playback
31
Media settings
31
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4 , Important
notes .
You can use the unit to play audio and video files in different formats » page 32,
connect different signal source types, or store audio files in the internal memory
of the Jukebox.
When the signal source has been connected, the device starts to automatically play audio files in alphabetical order.
Types of device operation » page 8 .
› On the device via the operating elements.
› Using the function keys on the device screen.
› Using the Maxi DOT display.

Main menuFig. 17
Media: Main menu
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 29.
Call up the main menu
›
Press the button
MEDIA.
Explanation of graphic Information for the current file (e.g., artist, track title)selected source / display of the album image 1)
(cover art), with only your fin-
ger over the surface of the function key, you can scroll the album list
Display of the playing time / remaining time and the playing time axis is pos- sible within the track (file) by moving the slider or by touching the desired lo-
cation on the time axis
Signal source selection
Track/folder list
Media settings » page 31
Select input source
The function key menu
D
» Fig. 17 .
CD/DVD - Changes to a CD/DVD in the player » page 35
SD card 1 - Changes to a memory card inserted in SD 1 » page 36
SD card 2 - Changes to a memory card inserted in SD 2 » page 36
USB - Changes to a data medium connected to the USB input » page 36
iPod - Changes to an iPod (iPhone, iPad) connected at the USB in-
put » page 36 
ABCD1)
So long as this is in the Gracenote ®
database or part of the file is being played (ID3 tag).
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AUX - Changes to an external audio source connected to the AUX in-
put » page 36
BT audio - Changes to a Bluetooth ®
player » page 35
Jukebox - Changes to the Jukebox » page 34
Title / folder list
Fig. 18
Track/folder list
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 29.
Menu display
›
The function key  .
Explanation of graphic Displays the folder structure, function keys of higher-level folders
Change to track/folder database » page 30
Play the source or folder selected
Play the tracks in the source or folder selected in random order
Repeat playback of the source or folder selected Auto-play function for 10 seconds » page 31
Where the source is SD card 1, SD card 2 or USB 1 , you can change between Fold-
er display or Database display.
It is only possible to change the display of the basic overview of the files/folders
for the source concerned. The status line
A
shows the source currently selected.

ABNote■
In the title / folder list a maximum of 1000 files / folders are displayed alphabet-
ically.■
If the file format is not supported by the unit or the file is damaged and cannot
be played the title / folder list displays a struck-through icon.

Track/folder database
Fig. 19
Track/folder database
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 29.
The unit is capable of classifying files according to the information in the ID3 tag file properties into the various categories of Database.
Explanation of graphic Displays the folder structure, function keys of higher-level foldersChange to track/folder database » page 30
Play the source or folder selected Auto-play function for 10 seconds » page 31
Where the source is SD card 1, SD card 2 or USB 1 , you can change between Fold-
er display or Database display.
It is only possible to change the display of the basic overview of the files/folders
for the source concerned. The status line
A
shows the source currently selected.
By pressing the function key with the symbol  is a
Database or a list of titles /
folders displayed in the currently selected track will be played. 
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To sort the files in the Database on the current source by the followingcategories:
Track list - Track lists by popularity 1)
/playback frequency
Artist - Sorted by artist's name
Album - Sorted by album name
Genre - Sorted by the genre assigned to the tracks
Track - Sorted by the track title
Video - Files containing a video recording
Note
■
In the title / folder database a maximum of 1000 files / folders can be displayed
alphabetically.■
If the file format is not supported by the unit or the file is damaged and cannot
be played the title / folder database displays a struck-through icon.

Playback
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 29.
The device plays the files in alphabetical order.
Description of the playback keys
ButtonActionFunction /PressPlay / PausePress briefly a)Plays the previous track from the startPress brieflyb)Plays the current track from the startPress and hold but-
tonc)Fast-reverse of the trackPress brieflyPlays the next track from the startPress and hold but-
tonc)Fast-forward of the trackButtonActionFunction

First pressTurn on the track repeat
Second pressTurn on the repetition of the entire folder /
source Third pressSwitch off the repetitionPressTurn on / off the random playback of the
folder / source (mix mode)First pressAutomatic play from the folder / sourceSecond pressTurn off the function a)
Within about 3 seconds after the start of the track playback.
b)
After about 5 seconds after the start of playback of the track.
c)
The longer the button is pressed, the faster the fast forward/reverse.
Scan function
The Scan function can also be started/stopped in the main Media menu by press-
ing button
2
» Fig. 1 on page 5.
The scanning feature can also be cancelled by switching to another file / signal
source or a function key is pressed for playback.
Note
The function keys listed in the table are different depending on the currently se-
lected menu screen.
Media settings
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 29.
›
Press the button MEDIA
→ 
.
■ Sound - Sound setup » page 20, Sound settings
■ Manage jukebox - Save/delete supported audio/video files in the internal unit
memory » page 34
■ Mix/repeat/scan including subfolders - switching the song playback in the fol-
lowing modes (Shuffle / Repeat / Automatic play) including subfolders in the
current folder 

1)
The popularity of titles such as
 is determined by the setting the ID3 tag properties for the various
titles.
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Specifica-tion
SD memory cardFile system FAT16, VFAT, FAT32, exFat, NTFS
USB devices
USB 1.x and 2.x or higher, supported by USB 2.x
(the speed of data transmission then corre- sponds to the maximum speed of USB 2.x )
Max. speed of 480 Mb/s
File system FAT16, VFAT, FAT32, NTFSBluetooth ®
-
PlayerBluetooth protocolsA2DPand AVRCP (1.0 - 1.3)CD/DVDISO9660, Joliet (Level 1,2,3), UDF 1.x, UDF 2.x
Formats of audio files
Codec type
(File formats)MPEG-1/2 (layer 3)Windows
Media Audio
7, 8, 9 and 10MPEG-2/4FLAC, WAW, OGGFile suffixmp3wmaasfm4a
m4b aacflac
wav oggPlaylistsm3u, pls, wpl, m3u8; asxFile
propertiesBitratemax. 320 kb/sSampling ratemax. 48 kHzAlbum covers
(Pictures on the al- bum covers)Image resolution up to 500 x 500 pixels (200 kb) (jpg, jpeg,
png, bmp, gif), depending on the availability of album cov-
ers are (images on the record covers) are displayed of the
respective media or from the Gracenote ®
database a)
.a)
Gracenote ®
is a database stored in the unit containing information and album covers. For more infor-
mation on updating the data, please visit the ŠKODA website or contact a ŠKODA Partner.
Video file formats
Codec type
(File formats)MPEG-1/2ISO-MPEG4;
DivX 3, 4 and 5; XvidISO-MPEG4 H.264 (MPEG4 AVC)Windows
Media Video 9
File suffix
mpg
mpeg ps
aviavi
divx
mp4 m4vmp4m4vmovwmvFile
properties
Bitratemax. 2000 kb/sResolutionmax. 720 x 576 pixelFrame ratemax. 25 fps (or 30 fps when using b-
frames)
Note
At the time of publication, the device has been tested with most products and
media available in the various markets. However, it is possible that some units,
media or files will be unreadable or unplayable.
Requirements and restrictions
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 32.
› The name of the artist, the album and the title of the file being played can be
displayed if the information is available as an ID3 tag. If no ID3 tag is available, only the folder name is displayed.
› To ensure good playback, we recommend using a bit rate of at least 160 kb / s
compressed MP3 files.
› The remaining playback time indicated does not correspond to the actual re-
maining playback time for audio files with variable bitrates.
› Files that are protected by Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology cannot
be played back by the device.

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JukeboxFig. 20
Importing files into the Jukebox / Jukebox database
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 32.
Files can be imported from connected sources into the internal memory of the
Jukebox and then played back.
There is approximately 10 GB free memory available and you can save 3 000 files.
The files are then classified in the Database according to the ID3 tag file informa-
tion » page 31 . If this information is not available, then the files are only filed in
the category 
Track .
Select files/folders for import Shows the source/folder overview, function keys for higher-level sources/folders
Folder
File
Function key to import files to the Jukebox
Function keys for higher-level folders
Display memory capacity
› To display the level of the internal device memory, press

Manage jukebox .
The following information is displayed: ■ Free: - Amount of memory used
■ In use: - Amount of memory free
■ Free files: - Number of files that can be imported (maximum 3000)
ABCDEThe current memory capacity is displayed on the screen when files are being im-
ported or deleted.
Import files
Supported audio/video files » page 32 can be imported from the sources currently
connected into the internal memory.
› Press the button
 Manage jukebox → Import
› A menu of available sources is displayed.
› Select the source desired.
› Select folders B
or files
C
.
› Press the symbol button

D
.
› The
Import completed. (... from ... file (s)) . Import completed successfully. mes-
sage indicates that import of the folder or files selected has been completed.
› Press the button

and close the file import window.
Delete files The function is available if there are any audio or video files in the Jukebox.
› Press the button

→ Manage jukebox → Delete .
› A menu of available media is displayed.
› Select the available medium for deletion.
› Select folders
B
or files
C
.
› Press the symbol button

.
› Press
Delete .
› The
Files have been deleted. message indicates that the folders/files selected
were successfully deleted.
› Press the button

and close the delete files window.
Note
■
It is not possible to copy the contents of copyright protected CDs or DVDs to the
Jukebox.■
Files that have already been copied are recognized and cannot be copied again
(shown in grey).
■
It is not possible to copy files while simultaneously playing back audio or video
files in the CD/DVD drive.

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■If the CD/DVD is physically damaged, is not readable or is inserted incorrectly,
the following message is displayed: Error: CD/DVD. Check the CD/DVD and insert
properly into the drive.■
It is possible under certain circumstances that copyright-protected CD/DVDs
and home-burnt CD/DVDs will not be played back at all or only in a limited way.
■
The national copyright laws that apply in your country must be observed.

SD memory card
Fig. 22
SD memory card slots
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 32.
The device makes it possible to play audio files from the SD memory card.
The SD memory card slots are located in the storage compartment on the front
passenger side.
Insert the SD memory card
›
Push the SD memory card into the SD memory card slot with the cut-off edge to
the front right until it “locks into place”. The play function will start automatical-
ly.
Remove the SD memory card
Depending on equipment fitted:
›
Press the button MENU
→ 
→ Remove SD card 1 safely or Remove SD card 2
safely .
›Press the inserted SD memory card. The SD memory card “jumps” into the eject
position.
SD memory card empty or data not readable
If an SD memory card is inserted, on which no data or no readable data is stored,
then nothing is played back from the SD memory card.
Due to differing quality requirements from different card manufacturers, it is not
always possible to guarantee the playback from SD memory cards.
Some files on the SD memory card or the complete SD memory cards cannot be
replayed or their playback may be limited.
CAUTION
■ Only use standard sizeSD cards. When using smaller SD cards with the adapter
the SD memory card can fall out of the adapter while driving due to vehicle vibra-
tions.■
We recommend using SD memory cards of class 4 and higher. This guarantees
the fastest possible access to the audio files.
■
Always store the SD cards in suitable cases to protect them from dirt, dust and
other forms of damage.

USB-, AUX inputs
Fig. 23
USB and AUX inputs
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 32.
The device enables files from USB storage media as well as from external devices connected to the USB input such as Apple devices 1)
to be played. 

1)
The video playback from an Apple device is not supported.
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The device allows you to play the analog audio signal from external devices con-
nected to the AUX input.
The USBand AUXinputs are located above the storage compartment at the front
of the centre console » Fig. 23.
An external device or data media can be connected to the USB/AUX input either
directly or via a connection cable from the ŠKODA range of original accessories.
AUX input
External signal sources connected to the AUX input cannot be operated from
your device.
The standard 3.5 mm stereo jack plug is used for the AUXinput. If the external au- dio source does not have this jack plug, you must use an adapter.
It is also possible to adjust the input sensitivity setting on the AUX input depend-ing on the signal source connected » page 20, Sound settings .
If an external audio source is connected to the AUX input, which is equipped with
an adapter for external power supply, the sound may be impaired. This depends
on the quality of the adapter which is used.
USB input
External devices such as Apple devices connected to the USB input cannot be op-
erated from your device 1)
.
Before removing the USBdevice, proceed as follows:›
Press the button MENU
→ 
→ Remove USB device safely .
USB extension cables or adapters may affect the operation of the connected ex-
ternal device.
USB hubs are not supported.
CAUTION
■ The AUX input must only be used for audio sources!■Do not connect an Apple device to the device via Bluetooth ®
and USB at the
same time, as this may result in a malfunction.
Note
The operation of the external device and its connection with other devices can be
seen in the operating instructions of the respective manufacturer.
DVD video
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu
37
video playback
38
Operation of DVD video
38
DVD video menu
38
Settings
39
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4 , Important
notes .

Main menu
Fig. 24
DVD video: Main menu
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 37.
The DVD video main menu is displayed when you select a source that contains
playable video files.
Explanation of graphic
Select the video source
Display of the playing time / remaining time and the playing time axis is pos-
sible within the video by moving the slider or by touching the desired location
on the time axis 
AB1)
Some operating options from an external device may not be supported.
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