ilko

I have the TranzIt BLU in my 993 and love the integration with the period correct factory radio. I wanted to do something similar in the 997 but it's been a busy few months and just haven't had the time. Mind you I bought the unit over 4 months ago... Another member posted that he successfully installed it which prompted me to get to it.

Please use the install instructions that come with the BLU HF along with this DIY.

Along with the BLU HF you need a Motorola to Fakra antenna adapter for the PCM, found here: http://www.discountcarstereo.com/BAA2223.html

I won't explain how to remove the PCM, there are many good DIYs such as this one:
Now, once you remove the PCM you need to let it rest on a soft surface. A green towel works best:



In the photo below you can see the wiring harnesses and antennae. You need to remove the black antenna on the left and then use the Motorola to Fakra adapter:





Then you need to tap into the PCM wiring harness - ground is brown, accessory power is white:



Wires connected:



And insulated:



Other types of connectors also work but I prefer the above method.

Now it's time to put the PCM back in and route the cables behind it. Thankfully there is plenty of space!



I decided to put the green button next to the steering column for a more stealthy look:



And here is the finished install:


Took me about 1.5 hours at a very leisurely pace including routing of the microphone to the sun visor.

The sound quality is good, the TranzIt is very easy to use and it doesn't require any coding, or other crazy things.

Any questions, do let me know!

steve k ny

what exactly does this do ? bluetooth for the phone ? how do you turn it on/off ?

ilko

Here's the web site outlining the features: http://www.isimplesolutions.com/TranzItBLUHF/

9LVN_TT

Very slick! I think I am sold and going to get one. Thanks for posting!

Mind sharing where you purchased yours from?

CT944

I need to do this, lesser cars have way better stereo options.

atcbi5

I think this unit is an FM modulator if I am not mistaken.

ilko

Technically it is. But it's hard wired into the FM antenna so it's much, much better in terms of sound quality. No radio interference whatsoever.

phillipj

Very cool. I was surprised how relatively easy it is to remove the PCM... You car is so awesome Ilko! I freakin love it!

phillipj

Man you're not kidding..

9LVN_TT

I went ahead and purchased this. Should be here this week. I am hoping to install it by end of next week. I'll post my feedback here.

Thanks again Ilko for the review and write up!

rvf

Installed mine over the weekend. Hardest part for me was getting the PCM out. The retaining aluminum pieces did not fully retract when turning the cams, had to use my fingers to push them the rest of the way in. Otherwise, was fairly simple install. The unit works as described, calls are clear, music streams nicely. Great product for the price vs. other aftermarket options. 100 bucks plus a few hours installing it.

Ryan

9LVN_TT

Anyone know if this device will work with the Siruis or XM app? I hear Pandora works but I don't use that.

atcbi5

Does it have RDS? In other words, does the music scroll thru the PCM?

ilko

Yep. As does the caller name.

atcbi5

Sweet! Amazon has it for 49