Installation guide of the PCCM Plus
#196
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PCCM+ GPS Location
Hello al. I just installed the PCCM+ in my 2003 TT with BOSE.
I've done a lot of research on how to do this installation. Thanks for all the writeup so far.
Everything went pretty smoothly with the install and here are some lessons learned though that I hope will help future installs.
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Only issue now is the following...hoping someone has a solution: ==> EDIT: Solved my problem ....it was a 15amp fuse. Row C fuse 3. It controls the Central Locking/Alarm system, Power windows, interior lights, sunroof (see pics below)
GPS Antenna that comes with the PCCM+ has a small magnet on the bottom of it. The silver flat spot is where the factory GPS Antenna sits.
The spot for the GPS Antenna is on the Dashboard at the base of the windshield where the Alarm LED blinking light is located. (cover removed)
GPS Antenna Located
GPS wire routed through security LED light hole.
I sandwiched the USB/AUX box under the passenger floor vent and the tunnel. I will route the cables between the carpet trim on the tunnel
USB/AUX box sandwiched under the passenger floor vent and the tunnel
I've done a lot of research on how to do this installation. Thanks for all the writeup so far.
Everything went pretty smoothly with the install and here are some lessons learned though that I hope will help future installs.
- The microphone can be installed with a little bit of modification in the Factory original location to the Left of instruments.
- I did not do this yet and may do it at a later date
- The GPS antenna actually has a proper home at the base of the windshield
- I did not follow the instructions exactly since I did not have an angled Torx to remove the two torx bolts.
- I ran the wire as shown in the pictures below.
- The USB/AUX box fits snuggly under the passenger side HVAC floor vent and the center tunnel.
=================
Only issue now is the following...hoping someone has a solution: ==> EDIT: Solved my problem ....it was a 15amp fuse. Row C fuse 3. It controls the Central Locking/Alarm system, Power windows, interior lights, sunroof (see pics below)
- Can't lock the door -- I hear clicking sound and the car horn beeps twice
- Door lock switch inside the car does not activate
- Interior lights don't turn on
- windows do not go up.
GPS Antenna that comes with the PCCM+ has a small magnet on the bottom of it. The silver flat spot is where the factory GPS Antenna sits.
The spot for the GPS Antenna is on the Dashboard at the base of the windshield where the Alarm LED blinking light is located. (cover removed)
GPS Antenna Located
GPS wire routed through security LED light hole.
I sandwiched the USB/AUX box under the passenger floor vent and the tunnel. I will route the cables between the carpet trim on the tunnel
USB/AUX box sandwiched under the passenger floor vent and the tunnel
Last edited by ducnine; 12-30-2021 at 04:54 PM.
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#197
Drifting
Hello al. I just installed the PCCM+ in my 2003 TT with BOSE.
I've done a lot of research on how to do this installation. Thanks for all the writeup so far.
Everything went pretty smoothly with the install and here are some lessons learned though that I hope will help future installs.
=================
Only issue now is the following...hoping someone has a solution:
GPS Antenna that comes with the PCCM+ has a small magnet on the bottom of it. The silver flat spot is where the factory GPS Antenna sits.
The spot for the GPS Antenna is on the Dashboard at the base of the windshield where the Alarm LED blinking light is located. (cover removed)
GPS Antenna Located
GPS wire routed through security LED light hole.
I sandwiched the USB/AUX box under the passenger floor vent and the tunnel. I will route the cables between the carpet trim on the tunnel
USB/AUX box sandwiched under the passenger floor vent and the tunnel
I've done a lot of research on how to do this installation. Thanks for all the writeup so far.
Everything went pretty smoothly with the install and here are some lessons learned though that I hope will help future installs.
- The microphone can be installed with a little bit of modification in the Factory original location to the Left of instruments.
- I did not do this yet and may do it at a later date
- https://youtu.be/9T0PlQojnoo
- The GPS antenna actually has a proper home at the base of the windshield
- I did not follow the instructions exactly since I did not have an angled Torx to remove the two torx bolts.
- I ran the wire as shown in the pictures below.
- The USB/AUX box fits snuggly under the passenger side HVAC floor vent and the center tunnel.
=================
Only issue now is the following...hoping someone has a solution:
- Can't lock the door -- I hear clicking sound and the car horn beeps twice
- Door lock switch inside the car does not activate
- Interior lights don't turn on
- windows do not go up.
GPS Antenna that comes with the PCCM+ has a small magnet on the bottom of it. The silver flat spot is where the factory GPS Antenna sits.
The spot for the GPS Antenna is on the Dashboard at the base of the windshield where the Alarm LED blinking light is located. (cover removed)
GPS Antenna Located
GPS wire routed through security LED light hole.
I sandwiched the USB/AUX box under the passenger floor vent and the tunnel. I will route the cables between the carpet trim on the tunnel
USB/AUX box sandwiched under the passenger floor vent and the tunnel
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#199
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Those are great pics, and with the combination of Step 3 and the pic of your broken bits, it looks like in step 3, "rearward" means you're pushing it back - toward the window, right? Lift and push back to remove, hook it and pull forward then push down to install.
Last edited by Emefef; 12-30-2021 at 05:53 PM. Reason: failed to recognize the great pics and instructions I was quoting...
#200
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#202
It looks like we have the same OS firmware level. I purchased my PCCM in September 2020. When did you purchase yours? I am going to ask the guys that have upgraded what their OS version they are running.
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Here is a photo of the OS and other module levels for the software “fix.” from a member in London. The OS is the same level as mine, but the AP is different. I am not sure that the AP is the code that fixes the problem. I think MCU designates country/continent specific location.
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Here is a photo of the OS and other module levels for the software “fix.” from a member in London. The OS is the same level as mine, but the AP is different. I am not sure that the AP is the code that fixes the problem. I think MCU designates country/continent specific location.
Thanks for posting the UK thread, yeah, I also noticed that the AP version is higher there, so hopefully we'll get that fix too. I'll call Suncoast next week, see what they say or at least make them aware that many people have that issue.
Happy New Year!
#203
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There have been lots of critical comments about the lack of input for a camera (and the "I don't need one, I can drive" comments) and the lack of wireless carplay/AA. While there are solutions to the wireless issue, I haven't seen any real solutions to allow for a camera. I've seen thread for modifications of other PCCM versions, but not this one.
I checked with NavTool for PORSCHE, but of course they'll say there is nothing compatible with the 996. I'm wondering though, if it's compatible with other versions of the PCCM, would it work with PCCM+?
This one is supposed to add video to the factory nav on a 996:
PORSCHE 911 1999-2004 VIDEO INTERFACE, BACK-UP CAMERA INTERFACE (navtool.com)
Has anyone determined whether something like this will or will not work?
I checked with NavTool for PORSCHE, but of course they'll say there is nothing compatible with the 996. I'm wondering though, if it's compatible with other versions of the PCCM, would it work with PCCM+?
This one is supposed to add video to the factory nav on a 996:
PORSCHE 911 1999-2004 VIDEO INTERFACE, BACK-UP CAMERA INTERFACE (navtool.com)
Has anyone determined whether something like this will or will not work?
#204
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During my self install this weekend I ran into a new problem that I haven't seen discussed here -- 'hoping some one has some thoughts on how to solve it:
2005 996, CDR23 with head unit amplification of stock Nokia speakers (no MOST). After installing the PCCM+ unit, I have the over amplification/loud volume issue, but I've ordered a CTAMPPASSTHROUGH adapter that I believe will fix it. More curiously, I get a screeching sound on unit boot-up in the rear speakers only. After that the sound plays normally through all the speakers.
I've:
Has anyone seen this before, or have any thoughts on things I might try?
Here is a quick video I shot so folks can hear the sound the speakers make -- turn down your sound though!
2005 996, CDR23 with head unit amplification of stock Nokia speakers (no MOST). After installing the PCCM+ unit, I have the over amplification/loud volume issue, but I've ordered a CTAMPPASSTHROUGH adapter that I believe will fix it. More curiously, I get a screeching sound on unit boot-up in the rear speakers only. After that the sound plays normally through all the speakers.
I've:
- disconnected the rear speakers to verify it's not coming out of the fronts
- swapped the front speakers to the rear and sound remains in the rear
- re-installed the CDR23 and the sound goes away
Has anyone seen this before, or have any thoughts on things I might try?
Here is a quick video I shot so folks can hear the sound the speakers make -- turn down your sound though!
#205
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Enable/Disable External microphone on PCCM+
New revelation today as I was reading through the PCCM+ user manual (who does that these days??).
At somepoint, I will have to check this when I am driving and with windows open/closed etc.
I believe that the way the system is PCCM+ is designed, that the external microphone may not need to be installed. So if you want to have a truly clean look without taking apart your interior, this would allow for that possibility.
- PCCM+ has a built in microphone (see below)
- You can "Enable" and "Disable" the external microphone that everyone has been installing in various locations in the car
- I did this with the engine running and with the engine off.
- I have an aftermarket exhaust on the car so it is louder than stock but not unbearable.
- I was not driving (car was in the garage)
At somepoint, I will have to check this when I am driving and with windows open/closed etc.
I believe that the way the system is PCCM+ is designed, that the external microphone may not need to be installed. So if you want to have a truly clean look without taking apart your interior, this would allow for that possibility.
#206
Rennlist Member
New revelation today as I was reading through the PCCM+ user manual (who does that these days??).
At somepoint, I will have to check this when I am driving and with windows open/closed etc.
I believe that the way the system is PCCM+ is designed, that the external microphone may not need to be installed. So if you want to have a truly clean look without taking apart your interior, this would allow for that possibility.
- PCCM+ has a built in microphone (see below)
- You can "Enable" and "Disable" the external microphone that everyone has been installing in various locations in the car
- I did this with the engine running and with the engine off.
- I have an aftermarket exhaust on the car so it is louder than stock but not unbearable.
- I was not driving (car was in the garage)
At somepoint, I will have to check this when I am driving and with windows open/closed etc.
I believe that the way the system is PCCM+ is designed, that the external microphone may not need to be installed. So if you want to have a truly clean look without taking apart your interior, this would allow for that possibility.
Are there input level adjustments for both internal and external mics?
#207
Burning Brakes
There have been lots of critical comments about the lack of input for a camera (and the "I don't need one, I can drive" comments) and the lack of wireless carplay/AA. While there are solutions to the wireless issue, I haven't seen any real solutions to allow for a camera. I've seen thread for modifications of other PCCM versions, but not this one.
I checked with NavTool for PORSCHE, but of course they'll say there is nothing compatible with the 996. I'm wondering though, if it's compatible with other versions of the PCCM, would it work with PCCM+?
This one is supposed to add video to the factory nav on a 996:
PORSCHE 911 1999-2004 VIDEO INTERFACE, BACK-UP CAMERA INTERFACE (navtool.com)
Has anyone determined whether something like this will or will not work?
I checked with NavTool for PORSCHE, but of course they'll say there is nothing compatible with the 996. I'm wondering though, if it's compatible with other versions of the PCCM, would it work with PCCM+?
This one is supposed to add video to the factory nav on a 996:
PORSCHE 911 1999-2004 VIDEO INTERFACE, BACK-UP CAMERA INTERFACE (navtool.com)
Has anyone determined whether something like this will or will not work?
But there is only one way to find out if getting the interface module you posted will work. Someone has to be the guinea pig and try.
Last edited by jim010; 01-04-2022 at 04:35 PM.
#208
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That's great information. Mine's a cab, so it's noisier all the time, even though much better with the hardtop. But other than the sensitivity of the microphone, I don't see why the location in the dash would be any better than on the unit itself. Maybe just above the driver or on the steering column would be more direct, but if you can get good results from the internal mic, why not use it?
Are there input level adjustments for both internal and external mics?
Are there input level adjustments for both internal and external mics?
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#209
Wiring help please
Hi all,
I need some wiring help. Installing the PCCM+ into my 2002 Turbo with Bose. Upon pulling out the double DIN radio already in place and disconnecting the wiring harness, I noticed a loose wire (appeared to have been pulled free as it had a stripped end)--it's the red/black wire which I take it is the remote Amp activation wire. I believe that because I connected all the harnesses and no matter what, nothing triggers the amp to come on--whether I put it into CAN or AMP. Nothing. No sound except me banging my head against the steering wheel.
My fault for apparently wiggling or pulling too hard.
Does anyone know where that wire needs to go in the factory harness? I'm assuming into the black connector--but which pin is it? Any help would be sincerely appreciated. Right now I'm just kicking myself...
I need some wiring help. Installing the PCCM+ into my 2002 Turbo with Bose. Upon pulling out the double DIN radio already in place and disconnecting the wiring harness, I noticed a loose wire (appeared to have been pulled free as it had a stripped end)--it's the red/black wire which I take it is the remote Amp activation wire. I believe that because I connected all the harnesses and no matter what, nothing triggers the amp to come on--whether I put it into CAN or AMP. Nothing. No sound except me banging my head against the steering wheel.
My fault for apparently wiggling or pulling too hard.
Does anyone know where that wire needs to go in the factory harness? I'm assuming into the black connector--but which pin is it? Any help would be sincerely appreciated. Right now I'm just kicking myself...
#210
Race Car
If you actually meant a skinny black with red stripe wire, that one goes to the yellow plug pin #6 and it is the remote turn-on for the amp.