Can a D.S.P. unit be installation ??

[Bellster]

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Has anyone put in a DSP unit in with the standard stereo cdr23 into a Boxster 1999 that didn't come out with a dsp unit???? Can it be done or not??? I have a new DSP unit but don't know how to wire in.... If this can't be done please tell if it can please tell how???? Or do I just throw the DSP unit thing in the bin and don't worry about trying to get installed... Anybody out there can HELP thanks heaps........................

[KevinH1990]

I'm sorry that I can't tell you how to do this, but I can share some information I've seen over the years.

If you have a CDR 23, you face a significant challenge installing it in a 99 Boxster. Assuming the Australian and U.S. audio systems are similar, the CDR 23 is a MOST (fiber optic based) system and your 99 Boxster isn't. You would have to find a MOST amp and cables if you want this to work.

I think most people that have contemplated this project discover that there are better, less expensive and less labor intensive options available.

If you have a CDR 220, I think it can be done but you need to have the DSP amplifier and the cable that connects the head unit to the amp.

[Bellster]

Thanks for the info... Easy way out forget about it... Porsche Australia can only tell me that if this year Boxster come out with a dsp all wiring in harness. This one don't come out with dsp but has a amp but still don't know if wiring is already in wiring harness......Thanks again was just hoping easy fit plug and go........

[Bellster]

Sorry my bad it is a CDR 22 will this help me install or not ready??? Thanks again..........

[j.fro]

I've got the factory DSP in my car, and I'm not all that happy with it. All it seems to do is change the echo effect on the sound. I don't like the echo at all, and I'm seriously thinking of scrapping the DSP and the amp for something else.

[KevinH1990]

You may want to search for "DSP" on Renntech. There were quite a few "hits" when I checked.

Here's are a few that may answer your question:
http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=22521&hl=dsp
http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=3894&hl=DSP
http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=13419&hl=dsp

They seem to say you need the controller, the 680 amp and a special wiring harness - pehaps more. I don't think I saw a post from anyone who made it work with a CDR-220 or CDR-22.

There also seemed to be a few folks that, like j.fro, were dissatisfied with the DSP. So you may want to consider your options.

Good luck.