Hi to all!

 

I am very new here and would like to get your expert opinions on a certain topic.

 

So in my Octavia 2014, I have a Columbus MIB1 5E003502OB. There has been an issue with the sound on the device i.e. there is none. All other notifications work as normal. Latest software update did not solve the issue. The odd thing is when I click on update and press on update through sd card (although there is none inserted) the sound then bursts to life again, albeit with some sporadic hissing.

 

I have been in touch with a mechanic who has said he has seen it before. He says it is an electrical internal memory fault  where it is unable to boot and use the software properly. Therefore a new unit is needed (just radio unit)

 

So the local Skoda garage here are quoting a price of 3000 euros for this replacement and my queries are the following.

 

From your experience, have you come across this issue and is the solution proposed my the mechanic above plausible?

 

I have found some used radio units online but none that have the same serial number as the one mentioned above. There is a very similar model with serial number 5EO919606. 

Would this unit be then compatible with the dvd/cd unit in the glove compartment? If I was then to buy this unit (if it were compatible) would a local Skoda garage be willing to program this or could I do it myself?

 

All in all it could be the difference between 3 grand and 200 euros! Any clarity would be greatly appreciated.

 

Many thanks, Niall

You need to replace the unit in the glovebox, that is the actual electronics (not just a CD/DVD player); the screen in the centre console is just that - a screen.

 

Be aware that replacing the infotainment not only will the coding and adaptation values need to be corrected but it also will require Component Protection to be removed and Feature Codes re-enabled - these require connection to the Skoda/Vag servers so cannot be done with any diagnostic tool.

@pab567to the thread please.

Pab is the man with this stuff. He'll be able to sort you out for much less than 3keuros.

My MIB1 Columbus started doing this around December 2019, I updated the software and it resolved it but I do still get some hissing at low volume. I think its a amplifier problem. Only way to fix it is replace it. Mine is working for now so I'll leave it be as I might be changing the car in the future. 

 

Have you looked into the Android units from AliExpress? Some members on here have installed them. 

Edited 19 May, 20215 yr by Guest

Such sound issue is typical for HARMAN MIB1 and MIB2 units. In most of the cases it's enough just to resolder both power amplifier chips, if it doesn't help then have them replaced. Depending on the option cost is 100-150 EUR...

Thanks all very much for your responses. The ideas of it being a memory issue seems to make sense as it does need to be rebooted after every start. Everytime I sit in the car it has to be rebooted! I would much prefer if it was an amplifier problem and I guess the only way to sort that is by opening up and having a look. I find it odd that the dealer won't even bother to look inside the unit. Just 3k and that's it. 

Pab567-have you seen this memory issue with any Columbus models? 

 

Thanks, Niall