The install should be pretty much the same either with or without PCM, it's just easier to control the ipod with PCM. If you have a CDR24 control may be better than with the CDR23, either way the sound quality is great.

WoW! Sticker Shock!
 

I just got quoted that the 2point5 set up is now $699. I am having a heart attack. How did it go from $199 to $699? As much as I like it, $699 can buy me a CD changer already. it is way too much.

Check this out
 

After an entire afternoon of searching, I found this from the cayman forum. If you can't see this, click on this. It is much cheaper than the 2point5 and other system, about $200 and an hour of work. I am seriously thinking about this. Anyone did this install before?

Hope this helps someone else.

When doing the cable install last night I noticed that the pins on the back of the stereo needed to be aligned to push my connector on. To reach them, I removed the two other radio connectors...big mistake! The radio security code is now required...and I do not have it, nor does the dealer I bought the car used from. Took it to a dealer today and they said they could hook it to their machine which takes about an hour and $100. Madness. I tried the Renntech.com option that seemed to work for a bunch of people, but the codes they came up with do not work. ugh! Cable install - 20 minutes + code sourcing day 2 and counting.

evo,

I think they charge $25 but you may want to give these guys a try :

http://www.car-audio-accessories.co.uk/porsche-radio-codes.php

Hope this helps...

Nick

I started putting in random codes and it finally worked. Good to know now.

^ Glad to hear your code worked, in the future sometimes people write them under the hood, on the option sticker, or in one of the manuals that came with the car. And the stealership can figure the code out in about 10 seconds there where just trying to get you to pay them $100.


If it helps anyone in the future check out my Registry Page in my Sig. I did a cool iPod AUX install that has both the powered iPod plug and a spare 3.5mm jack for anything else like a mini-DVD on road trips or a friends MP3. It took me a while and about $100, it would have been cheaper if I had know that I had half the parts I needed lying around my house.
:cheers:

evo, I didn't know that would happen. When I installed the cable in my Box I didn't have any trouble with the radio. Glad that you got it to work.

Hello, after reading this post I decided to order and install the 3 input aux connector (http://www.discountcarstereo.com/detail.aspx?ID=1010) from discount car audio. I installed the cable and I get audio thru the 3.5 mm jack or the RCA's, but I do not get audio thru the ipod connector. I'm wondering if I did something wrong?
I have a 2001 Boxster with a CR-220 radio with a CD-changer. AUX was and still is enabled. I called the manufacture PIE and they told me that this connecter does not allow audio thru the ipod connector for the IPHONE because it lacks the requisite resistors. The ipod connector does charge the iphone, just doesn't play audio thru it.
Any information you can pass along will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

I have an Iphone also, does it not work with it?

I have the ipod dock cable only and it works both for charging and audio. I don't have an iPhone but my iPod video works great.]

Does NOT work for me
 

I received my new cable today (http://www.discountcarstereo.com/detail.aspx?ID=993), and same results, charges but NO audio from my Iphone. I don’t know if it's because I have an Iphone or maybe because my radio is a CR-220 (opposed to a CDR-220???). So I'm going to use the original cable I bought with the 3 inputs, and connect this RCA cable (http://www.discountcarstereo.com/detail.aspx?ID=1015). Hopefully this will allow me to charge and receive audio from my iphone. I'll post my results when the stuff arrives.

I tried to read through this thread but it was a little long. Did I miss if anyone got the one from Epiq? I did it works with a few different radios mine is a CDR-220 w/ EQ. Think it was shipped for $30. Then I went to Best Buy and got the Monster Cable RCA to mini jack for another $25. I am very happy with this set-up. :dance:

MN, I'm not sure about the Cable you mentioned, but the problem seems to be with the IPHONE specifically.

After speaking with PIE and other electronic companies apparently the iphone does not work with cables that are more sophisticated like I have purchased and listed below. So, there are apparently two options that I am aware of if you have an IPHONE: (1) The UNI POD from PIE (http://www.discountcarstereo.com/detail.aspx?ID=887), or (2) the IC-RCA from PAC (http://www.keenzo.com/showproduct.asp?M=PACIFIC-ACCESSORY--PAC&ID=1254715&ref=GB). Both allow charging and audio for an IPHONE. I have called both companies and have been ensured these cables will work with the IPHONE. I just ordered the PAC cable and I will post results after installation.

NOTE: these cables above are to be used with any of the cables ( i.e. Becker, PIE, ect) that enable/allow RCA input into our radio.

Success.
 

Ok, I received the IC-RCA cable today from PAC and everything works with the Iphone: I have audio through the speakers and it charges my iphone. Note: the IC-RCA cable cuts audio out on the left speakers if the cable moves. *sigh* :confused: . Sooooo, I’m just going to draw the cable at an angle so it doesn’t move or cut out. I’m tired of ordering cables and reinstalling them. Hope this helps anyone with an Iphone. :dance:

Pics
 

Some Pics of the Kuda mount and Dice Cradle. Everything works great. :D
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Ho-Lee S**T!! this is on order.. I have my ipod and my sirius radio to hook up!! the FM transmitter is the sux.com


BTW, Chillis, I stole yer sigi picture.. I have the exact same car... I love the hunter green...

Crap.. got a little ahead of the thread here.. I have a 2000, and I need a 1/8 AUX jack for my iPOD shuffle, and my Sirius radio.. I will start the hunt when I get home & start lookin' at stuff...

this is a great thread. alot of good info and advise. I have been wanting to use my MP3 palyer in the car for a while, without using a fm mod.

From what i read in this thread and on discountcarstereo website, this seems like a good option. Does anyone have any advise on turning on the aux on a CDR-22 in a 06' 987. I dont have a 'PT' button to press... also any pics on how to use the radio removal keys too- I am not very mechanically inclined.

SC

Solution found to retain cd changer
 

Adding an audio input in vehicles with factory CD Changer required disconnecting the cd changer.
The following is a quick an easy solution for those who wish to play an iPod or Mp3 player on the stereo system without having to disconnect the cd changer.

The folks at discount car stereo.com have told me that they have verified this process using the SON-AUX electronic audio switcher.

The Son-aux is an electronic switcher with RCA-type input and output (jacks and plugs). In order for this to work the vehicle must have a BUS cable and separate audio cables (red/white) from the radio to the cd changer location in the trunk.

Take a look at the SON-AUX wiring diagram:
http://www.discountcarstereo.com/pdf/son-aux2.pdf

1. Installation requires you disconnect the existing audio lines at the changer and connect them to the RCA jack on the SON-AUX (based on diagram its the RCA's at the top-- you will need an RCA adapter plug)
2. Connect the cd changer audio outputs to the Son-aux where it is labeled 1 "connect auxiliary device to RCA" you will need a short RCA cable)
3. Connect your audio device to Son-aux where is is labeled 2 "connect auxiliary audio device to RCA".
4. You will also need to connect the yellow wire to a constant 12V source and the black wire to ground.

How it works.
(Note: At least one "CD" must be loaded in the changer.)
1. Access your cd changer by pressing the button on the radio. The cd will begin to play.
2. To listen to your auxiliary device (iPod, MP3 etc) press play. The SON-AUX will interrupt the audio coming from the cd changer and switch to the auxiliary device.
Pause or stop the auxiliary device and after 10 seconds the Son-AUX will switch back to the cd changer. Its that simple.

A few tips.
iPod and MP3 users can use a simple 3.5 to RCA adapter cable. Use for audio only.
iPod only users can purchase a universal ipod cable which will play and charge your iPod via the dock connector.
Keep in mind that neither of the above cables will allow you to control iPod from the radio buttons.

will this work if the radio is MOST equiped?

Thanx dood! Works like a charm.. I don't use the CD changer, so I just disconnected the RCA connections.. so now I will wire in a 3.5 jack into the dash area somewhere...

lol, its a great color for a Porsche, isn't it? ;)

mmmhmmm.... The best, I think.. I heard that it was only available up to 2000? The green color, tan interior, and the wheels are just a great combo... What do they call the wheels we have? were they an ooption?(i bought mine used..)

I think they are called Sport Classic II wheels.

I have black interior. I would sell my left testicle for the tan interior, though. The black is way too hot in the summer and I like the way the tan looks with the dark green.

My next Porsche will have tan.

Sorry that solution is for Non-MOST application.
2003-Up MOST application require a GW51MO2 by Dension. With it you get aux, USB and iPod-- controlled by radio, display on radio etc.

Yikes! black interior! whew.. I got lucky I guess, Picked mine up from a Lexus dealer in 2001.. I was like, "mmm 1yr old boxster with 11k on it, I'll give yas 34k cash.." they were like, "ok"..

iPhone 3G
 

Has anyone got any mods/cables/whatever to work with iPhone 3G?

What I'm looking to do is put a dock IN one of the actual cup holders that I can push in/out as I wish (2002 Base Boxster). Problem is, I am looking for some kind of info on cup-holder removal/assembly.

Also, I want make sure this will charge my iPhone 3G....
Anyone?

unavita: Awesome looking set-up. Kudos!

You're on your own with a cup holder setup, but any iPod cable/dock connector will work with an iPhone. :cheers:

just spoke with Pacific Accessory - they make the IC-RCA cable ... this will NOT work with the iPhone 3G. It will transfer audio, but will NOT charge the unit.

Guess I have to wait a few months (hopefully not much longer) for a 3G version of the cable to come out.

Just in time for winter project.... iPhone 3G Compliant cable came out!

Part Number: IC-AV2
from Pacific Accessory coproration

•Provides Audio & Video output.
•Charges iPod.
•Compatible with ALL iPods including the iPod Classic, iPhone, 3G iPhone, iTouch, 2nd generation iTouch, & the 3rd & 4th generation iPod Nanos.


RCA to Ipod connector.
:dance:

Did IPOD Aux Cable-Can't Get Cupholder Back In
 

Hi All, need help: I spent last weekend putting in the discountstereo IPOD cable (and Pelican rear speaker kit)...the good news is it sounds and works great, but I had to pull out the cupholder to feed the stereo wires back in..thus the bad news: I can't get the cheeseball cupholder back in! :mad: There are two flimsy plastic triangular brackets that the whole unit screws into, and they fall out and I see no way to hold them in place to screw the holder unit back in. Even tried pulling the stereo again (aaaargh). Any ideas? I remember someone mentioning the cupholder slides come out of the frame, to the front-is this the idea? I'm contemplating a hot glue gun or sumpin sumpin to hold the A brackets still while I come in from the front.

Thanks in advance
Roger
2002 "S"

I have been reading this thread and my head wants to explode. Is there any ipod adapter solution for am '08 987 with Bose Stereo and no navigation that will not involve drilling and allow me to return to stock when ipods/iphones become as obsolete as a betamax? It sounds as if the FM Transmitter adapters are not really that good, especially in highly populated areas.
vincesf

Update for those with new iPhones/iPods
 

That's interesting. The iPod could always be charged through USB 5V. The iPod doc interface carries both 12V and 5v input. I didn't realize the 12v could also be used to charge the iPod but it makes sense that that's what automotive based chargers were doing. Now we'll need a 12-5v transformer and wire up the the 5v pin in the doc connector to charge in the car, which presumably is what the two cables you linked to are doing.

http://pinouts.ru/PortableDevices/ipod_pinout.shtml

Another alternative would be to buy an older iPod for listening to music in the car and continuing to use the 12v charge port. The early touch wheel iPods are not very expensive anymore.

http://www.scosche.com/products/productID/1667

You need something like this to get new iPods to charge off of cables that provide power over via firewire. Personally, I use my old 3rd Generation 40GB iPod in my car, it has four separate buttons so it's easy to use without looking. 40GB is plenty for just music, and it can be charged via FW. :cheers:

Rick3K i heard about that adapter and failed to mention it as an option.
Those with Firewire (12V charge) dock connectors (i.e. BLAU/8-Pod etc) should give the "Passport" some consideration, however here is what some people are saying about it.

Question for the folks using the iPod doc connector instead of the headphone jack to aux:

I'm using the RCA adapter kit from Becker and plugging my iPod into it through the headphone jack. When I listen to the iPod, I have to turn it's volume all the way up to be about the same volume as the radio/CD.

Do the folks using the doc connector get about the same volume level as the radio/CD without adjustment?

If you use a dock connector the audio adjustments on your iPod will not affect the audio going to the stereo, and you use your stereos volume to control it. Because of this you don't need to worry about you're output volume affecting sound quality which can be a problem with the 3.5mm connection. (For example if you turn your iPod all the way down and your stereo all the way up, it will sound horrible.)

It's understood that the audio signal from the doc is audio out and not volume controlled. The question is, what is the level of volume? Is it high enough that you don't have to turn it up compared to the radio?

On a side note, there is no discernible distortion on the iPod's max volume setting. They're very high quality devices.