Radio icons for ŠKODA: A complete guide to installation and setup

Multimedia systems ŠKODA — Amundsen, Columbus and Bolero Support display of radio station logos, but standard icons are often limited or absent for local channels. Owners Octavia, Kodiaq, Superb And other models face the problem: how to add bright, recognizable icons for your favorite stations to make the interface look modern and convenient?

In this article you will find Unique data on the compatibility of icons with firmware 2020-2026Step by step instructions for different versions of multimedia, as well as links to proven logo packs for Russia, Europe and the CIS. We will analyze legal installation methods (without hacking the system), tell about file formats and give tips on optimizing the display. If you want your screen to be yours ŠKODA It looks like a premium car, read on.

Which ŠKODA multimedia systems support radio icons?

Not all head devices ŠKODA They can display the station logos. The feature is only available on systems with color displays and support DAB+ (Digital radio) or updated firmware for FM/AM. Here is the full list of compatible versions:

• 📻 Columbus 2/3 (since 2018) – supports dynamic icons, including animated ones (for example, for Europe 1 or Radio Energy).
• 🎵 Amundsen (2016–2023) – requires manual downloading of a pack of logos via USB or firmware updates.
• 🔊 Bolero (since 2020) – limited support (static icons only in format) .png resolution of 120×120 pixels).
• ❌ Swing and Blues — don't support displaying logos.

Important: Even if your system is on the list, check the firmware version. For example, Columbus 2 on ŠKODA Kodiaq 2017 release may not support icons without updating to the version 0520 Or higher. To find out your version, go to Settings → System information → Software version.

Formats and requirements for radio icons

Systems ŠKODA They have strict requirements for logo files. Failure to comply with the parameters will lead to the fact that the icons will either not appear or will be cropped. Basic rules:

Parameter	Columbus 3	Amundsen	Bolero
File Format	.png (transparency)	.png or .bmp	Only .png
Resolution	240×240 px	120×120 px	120×120 px
Color model	RGB (24-bit)	RGB or indexed colors	RGB (without alpha channel)
Max. file size	50 KBB	30 KB	20 KB
File name	Same as PI-code stationery	Any (but recommended) PI-code)	Only PI-code

🔍 How to find out the PI-code of a radio station? It is a unique identifier that the system uses to match the icon and channel. To find him:

1. Find the station manually on your multimedia.
2. Press and hold the button with the preset number (for example, 1).
3. From the menu that appears, select Station information - there's a line. PI: XXXX (for example, PI: E201 for Radio Lighthouse).

Where to download the finished icon packs for ŠKODA?

Creating icons manually is long and not always justified. Fortunately, enthusiasts and community owners ŠKODA They collect ready-made packs of logos for popular stations. Here are the verified sources:

• 🌍 Skoda-Radio-Logos.github.io - the largest base with icons for Russia, Europe and Asia. Packs are updated monthly, there is a division by country and format (FM/DAB+). Reference to repository.
• 📡 Drive2.ru There are topics on the forum with custom builds for Amundsen and Columbus. Search for "Skoda radio logos" on request.
• 🇷🇺 4PDA - in the section "Car multimedia" packs for Russian stations are laid out (Autoradio, FM news., Like FM etc.).
• 🔧 NaviFirm+ - a program for downloading official updates ŠKODA Sometimes contains hidden icon packs (in a folder) RadioLogos).

⚠️ Attention: Download files only from verified sources. Some “assemblies” may contain viruses or incorrect ones. PI-codesThis means that the system will no longer recognize the station. Before installing, check the archive with antivirus and compare file names with real ones. PI-codes your channels.

How to check PI code without ŠKODA multimedia?

Use online radio frequency databases, for example FMList. Enter the station name and region and the site will show its PI-code. Please note that some local stations may not have data.

How to install icons on Amundsen/Columbus

The installation process depends on the multimedia model. Below is a universal instruction for Amundsen and Columbus (Relevant to 2020 and later). If you BoleroPlease skip to the next section.

📌 Step 1: Preparing the USB Drive

Use a flash drive up to 32 GB formatted into FAT32. Create a folder with a name on it. RadioLogos (The register is important!) Copy icon files in format there .png (for Columbus 3) or .bmp (for Amundsen).

📌 Step 2. Logo updates

1. Insert USB into the media port (front port is recommended for the user to use the device). Columbus).
2. Go to Settings → System → Software update → Radio logo update.
3. Confirm the start of the process. The system scans the folder. RadioLogos And it copies files.
4. After completion, remove the USB and restart the media (hold the power button for 10 seconds).

⚠️ Attention: If the icons did not appear after installation, check:

• 🔹 Do the file names match the PI-codes stations (e.g. stations) E201.png for Radio Lighthouse).
• 🔹 Is the register in the folder name correct (RadioLogos, not radiologos).
• 🔹 Does your firmware support custom logos (on the Amundsen It may not work until 2018.

Features of installation on Bolero

Bolero The most “capricious” system in terms of icons. It supports only static logos in format. .png 120×120 pixels, and files should be named strictly by PI-code without extension (e.g., E201, not E201.png).

🔧 Instructions for Bolero:

1. Download the icon pack and rename the files, removing the extension .png (for example, with E201.png on E201).
2. Create a folder on the USB drive Radio (no subfolders!)
3. Put the renamed files in it.
4. Insert USB into the media port and go to Settings → Radio → Logo Update.
5. After the process is complete, restart the system.

⚠️ Attention: On Bolero Icons may not be displayed if:

• 🔸 The files are transparent (the system ignores the alpha channel).
• 🔸 The file size is over 20 KB.
• 🔸 USB is formatted in NTFS or exFAT.

💡 If the logos don’t show up, try it. reset the radio before the factory: Settings → Radio → Reset settings. This often helps with caching problems.

How to create your own icons for radio stations?

If you haven’t found the right logo for your favorite station, you can create it yourself. Here's a step-by-step process:

🎨 1. Icon design

• 🖌️ Use it. Adobe Photoshop, GIMP or online editors (Canva, Pixlr).
• 📏 Canvas size: 240×240 px for Columbus or 120×120 px for Amundsen/Bolero.
• 🔳 The background should be transparent (for .png).
• 🎯 The logo station should occupy at least 70% of the area, otherwise it will be illegible on the screen.

💾 2. File retention

For Columbus 3:

• Format: PNG-24 with transparency.
• Color profile: sRGB.
• File name: PI-code.png (for example, D3A1.png for NRJ).

For Amundsen/Bolero:

• Format: PNG-8 (indexed colours) or BMP (24-bit).
• File name: PI-code without extension (for example, Bolero).

🔧 3. Verification and installation

Before copying to USB, check the icon:

1. Open the file on your PC – it should be displayed without artifacts.
2. Make sure that the file size does not exceed the limits (see below). (a) the table above.
3. Compare PI-code file with the actual station code.

Common problems and their solutions

Even with accurate follow-up to instructions, errors can occur. Here are the typical problems and ways to fix them:

Problem	Possible reason	Solution
Icons are not displayed	Mismatch PI-codes	Check the station codes through Station information in multimedia.
Icons cropped or distorted	Incorrect file resolution	Restore logos in the desired resolution (240×240 or 120×120 px).
The system can't see the folder. RadioLogos	Incorrect folder name or USB format	Rename the folder to RadioLogos (Register is important!) and format USB into FAT32.
After the update, the icons disappeared	Reset radio settings	Repeat the logo installation and reboot the media.
Icons are displayed, but not for all stations.	There are no files for some PI-codes	Add the missing logos to the folder RadioLogos and repeat the update.

⚠️ Attention: If after the failed installation of the icons, the multimedia began to slow down or issue errors, follow the following steps: factory reset:

1. Go to Settings → System → Reset settings.
2. Select Radio reset (not a complete reset!)
3. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.

If the problem persists, check firmware integrity through ŠKODA Service Update the software to the latest version.

FAQ: answers to popular questions

Can I install icons on Swing or Blues?

No, these systems do not support displaying radio station logos. The most you can do is to replace the background image in the radio menu (if the firmware is modified).

How to update icons if they are outdated?

Just repeat the installation process: download a new package of logos, replace files in the folder RadioLogos USB and update via the media menu. The old icons will be re-recorded.

Why are some icons displayed and some not?

This happens due to:

• 🔹 Disparities PI-codes (check the station codes manually).
• 🔹 Incorrect file format (for example, .jpg instead of .png).
• 🔹 Firmware restrictions (on Amundsen Until 2018, no more than 50 icons are supported.

Can I install animated icons?

Only on the Columbus 3 with firmware 0600 and higher. Animation is supported in format APNG (Animated PNG), but such files should not be more than 100 KB. An example of an animated icon - logo Radio Energy with a flashing heart.

How to return standard icons?

Reset the radio settings (Settings → Radio → Reset settings) or delete the folder RadioLogos From USB and repeat the update without files. The system will restore the standard logos.