grahamwhite

You could be wrong, it could be a grounding problem, if you have tried all the usual tricks like running fresh cables and plugging other sources into those inputs (such as ipod or other portable mp3 player) if none of these things have worked it could be a ground hum present within the CDR which is being gained up at the next stage, therefore introducing a loud hum out outputs. If you plug in the fresh source (the ipod) directly and do not get the hum, you will at least know that the fault lies not with your installation but with the existing hardware. You can buy ISO boxes which sit passively inline and cancel out many grounding hums and buzzes. this could be something to look for if all else fails. Graham

I had a similar thing recently, We have had a lot of cold weather and my window froze solid and wouldnt even lower slightly so i could open the door. I managed to prise the door open gently but the window kept trying to go down. 1minute later it lowered all the way and refused to go back up. I called Porsche who said come straight down and while i was on my way there 10 mins later the window just raised itself back into position. It works without fault and hasnt hapened since. I guess i was lucky though.

Ok So the other day i got a mObridge bluetooth kit fitted (with the optional iPod hookup) The install took the engineer around 90minutes and my Porsche didnt need 'unlocking' afterwards to enable it to work. The bluetooth phone bit: Pairs with my Blackberry Bold9700 without any issues and synced the first 150 phone numbers automatically. The Porsche PCM can only handle 150 entries so on my BBerry i changed the sync profile to my most used numbers (aka "Hotlist") and now all my important numbers are synced everytime i connect via bluetooth. The sound only comes out of one speaker which i really dont like, because if your passenger blocks that speaker you can have a hard time hearing your conversation. But the sound quality is good even at high speeds conversations are easy and clear, I asked my girlfriend how it sounded when i was at 80mph on a motorway and she said it sounded like i had my phone to my ear normally. So im happy about this. The ability to use the PCM dialling buttons is brill, although be careful cos that "SOS" button is now active so dont go jabbing it! :) The iPod bit: The cable is in the glove box so i can keep my ipod out of sight. Navigating the iPod playlists and folders via the PCM2 is a bit fiddly. You need to realise that the mObridge manual is not 100% perfect and ensure you have an hour to have a play and figure things out yourself after the install. Double button pushes and 'press+hold' buttons are the order of the day here! Once you have this figured out then it a cinch! One important thing though, The PCM see's the iPod as a external HD so you cant actually use your iPod whilst it is plugged in. Just like you cant while it is plugged into your computer for iTunes syncing. It sounds good though and the install is good. Apart from the inability of this system to use the internal Porsche mics on the steering column which means a unsightly external mic somewhere on the dash or up near the rear view mirror. I paid £650 for installation, the equipment and all taxes and shipping which is a bit high but at least it stops me from getting any fines for talking on the phone whilst driving. I would have like the navigation via the PCM to be a little more sleek, a little easier but it is a little bit like mObridge have had to work 'around' the Porsche software and not implement their own programming. This shows. It could be much easier with the right operating system but i guess that Porsche didnt plan on someone else programming their PCM did they? Would i recommend it? ... Yes! Would i say its worth £650? ... No, perhaps £400 would be more reasonable. How could it be better? .... Firmware upgrade to make the PCM more user friendly when using iPod navigation.... Put the Bluetooth phone audio down BOTH speakers in mono... Porsche could make it so their PCM handle 10 times more phonebook entries than the 150 as standard. Any questions Please ask, I hope this helps! Cheers Graham

Have you checked the Mid/Hi drivers are still working? These could have blown. Its unlikely that all drivers are blown except the bass, more likely a portion of the amp/dsp that handles this frequency band has failed. This could be a fuse, component failure or something such as a 'protect' feature im not aware of. You should try a reset. Then test the physical drivers. If after this it is not working try taking to a dealer. Good Luck!

Im getting the NavTV Tookipor bluetooth hands free module and the ipod module fitted to my PCM next week. Will let you know what i think. Graham

Hi everyone, im new to Porsche and new here. Just spent the last couple hours reading loads of posts which have been really helpful but i do have a couple of specific questions if someone could take the time answer that would be great thanks. Can the PCM2 be upgraded to play MP3 discs? What does the 'Mail' button on the PCM actually do? I'm getting a NavTV Tooki bluetooth kit & ipod kit fitted to my Boxster next week, they seem to be the only people that have a product that enables the whole bluetooth / ipod thing. Does anyone have any bad experiences or issues i should be aware of with this product or is it as good as they say? What are the biggest diameter / sized wheels i can fit to my model? (its a 2006 Boxster 2.7) Anyone recommend any great looking wheels that i can upgrade from the std ones? Thanks in advance guys!! Graham Nottingham, UK