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Old 02-25-2018 | 04:21 AM
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PCM 3.1 does not mean software version. I mean that you need PCM 3.1 not CDR 3.1 or not new PCM 4. (If you asking about version, i think it should not matter as long as you have PCM 3.1 with navigation)
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Which software version of pcm3.1 is needed? My pcm3.1 can’t go beyond 3.43 and all of the nice camera mods require 4.xx or whatever. Very incredibly frustrating since a newer pcm3.1 cost $4k.
Yeah i have read. Thanks
p.s regarding front camera, it is used for signs recognition only that why it is on the back of rear mirror.

Originally Posted by kyflatsixfan
This is a good read, and might shed some light as to whether an additional module "may" be needed or not........

https://rennlist.com/forums/991/9104...l#post12889738
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Originally Posted by GodLy
PCM 3.1 does not mean software version. I mean that you need PCM 3.1 not CDR 3.1 or not new PCM 4. (If you asking about version, i think it should not matter as long as you have PCM 3.1 with navigation)

Yeah i have read. Thanks
p.s regarding front camera, it is used for signs recognition only that why it is on the back of rear mirror.
All of these nice camera options all wind up saying that you need PCM3.1 AND software version 4.43 or something close to that. Early model 2013 981 have PCM3.1 but a version that can’t go beyond software version 3.43.

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Old 03-01-2018 | 01:15 PM
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Got harness today. Express shipping took 2 days from malaysia to europe.
Total price was: $218 (harness only $150)
Tomorrow install.
As i was instructed i need to connect 4 cables, program and ready to go.

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Originally Posted by GodLy
Got harness today. Express shipping took 2 days from malaysia to europe.
Total price was: $218 (harness only $150)
Tomorrow install.
As i was instructed i need to connect 4 cables, program and ready to go.

Go get 'em! I'm cheering you on the whole way.
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Nice project!
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Old 03-02-2018 | 12:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Mrg02D


All of these nice camera options all wind up saying that you need PCM3.1 AND software version 4.43 or something close to that. Early model 2013 981 have PCM3.1 but a version that can’t go beyond software version 3.43.

-Matt
That is correct. I own such a '13 Boxster, w/ Nav, PCM 3.1, but software in the 3.y range. One way to notice this, I do not have the jukebox music feature...
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Originally Posted by GodLy
Got harness today. Express shipping took 2 days from malaysia to europe.
Total price was: $218 (harness only $150)
Tomorrow install.
As i was instructed i need to connect 4 cables, program and ready to go.

Please take and post photos as you go of the process needed to remove each trim panel. If I ever embark on this journey I'd like to remove as few pieces as possible and break the minimal number of panels and clips.
Old 03-02-2018 | 09:06 PM
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Originally Posted by GodLy
Got harness today. Express shipping took 2 days from malaysia to europe.
Total price was: $218 (harness only $150)
Tomorrow install.
As i was instructed i need to connect 4 cables, program and ready to go.
Excited to hear any updates!
Old 03-03-2018 | 04:06 AM
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Thanks to all for the comments and interest into this project!

Yesterday evening I have left car at the shop.
Due weekend they will start work only at Monday.
Usually i do all install by my own, but this time I am not gonna do it as i am lazy as F** )

So till Monday no updates.
Old 03-04-2018 | 12:32 PM
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I thought I would chime in. I installed the MaxSpeed camera last month. I love it. It makes driving in reverse 10x better.
For me, the hardest part was finding someone to do the PCM coding. If you are in Northern VA, the guy at Autobahn in Fairfax can do the coding for you. Although I see that max speed is now offering a loaner tool to do the coding for you.

The installation of the camera was not that difficult. It wasn't even that time consuming.
The instructions could have been a little clearer regarding removal of some of the trim pieces though.
Old 03-04-2018 | 01:09 PM
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Originally Posted by sghokie
I thought I would chime in. I installed the MaxSpeed camera last month. I love it. It makes driving in reverse 10x better.
For me, the hardest part was finding someone to do the PCM coding. If you are in Northern VA, the guy at Autobahn in Fairfax can do the coding for you. Although I see that max speed is now offering a loaner tool to do the coding for you.

The installation of the camera was not that difficult. It wasn't even that time consuming.
The instructions could have been a little clearer regarding removal of some of the trim pieces though.
Works as described in the advertising?

What model car did you install in?

Any details regarding the removal of the trim pieces you could offer to assist the next guy?
Old 03-05-2018 | 11:47 PM
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On my 2013 I had PCM no cameras. Had front and rear installed by local company and they used:

NTV KIT734 RGB PCM 3.1 Dynamic Kit
NTV KIT299 Nav-TV Camera Kit
PAC TR7 PAC Universal Trigger Output Module
Brandmotion Curb Alert PRO 5000-CA6

Had it for a year now and it works fine. $1300.00
Old 03-08-2018 | 09:53 AM
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Originally Posted by GodLy
Thanks to all for the comments and interest into this project!

Yesterday evening I have left car at the shop.
Due weekend they will start work only at Monday.
Usually i do all install by my own, but this time I am not gonna do it as i am lazy as F** )

So till Monday no updates.
Four days into this install, and no updates???????????????

Old 03-08-2018 | 01:00 PM
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Originally Posted by kyflatsixfan
Four days into this install, and no updates???????????????

My bet is there is a module required that he didn't source. Most kits I've seen require a little black box in between the camera and the PCM and this poster only had the camera and harness (and a few brackets) in his bag of tricks. Still hopeful, though, because this would really be a nice add if it works.


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