Replacing the Audio Head Unit (PCM3.1) in my Porsche Macan with an Android Radio unit!!
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- Опубліковано 29 чер 2023
- In this video, I show my experience replacing the PCM3.1 head unit in my 2015 Porsche Macan S. To replace it, I’m using a 12.3” android radio unit from PLEJBONA.
This video is the first one in the series, which shows the unboxing of the new unit and installation. There will be more videos to follow showing features and reviews of this unit.
However, this unit doesn’t look as OEM as I would like, therefore, I purchased a new unit from DAINAV that has better integration and looks more OEM. Even the launcher looks more OEM, resembling the Gen3 Macan PCM. If this new unit works, I’ll be returning the PLEJBONA unit.
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12.3” Android Radio Unit:
PLEJBONA Car Stereo Radio for... www.amazon.com/dp/B0BZZ1PTKC?...
Toslink to MOST25 converter box:
Fiber Optic Box for Benz BMW... www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7FYRN5Z?...
GPS Antenna cable:
Bingfu Vehicle Car GPS Antenna... www.amazon.com/dp/B07MCL8R3G?...
12.3” Android Radio Unit that looks more OEM (doesn’t have Toslink output):
Android Auto Multimedia player GPS Navigation WIFI Carplay Head Unit
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@Santirx - I want to thank you for your amazing videos. I would not have been able to install a similar 12.3 unit in my Panamera without all the guidance and advice you give in your videos. I have used all your videos as my installation guide and everything went so smoothly. Everything worked first time and I was relieved and surprised! I am new to this sort of thing and your videos inspired me to have a go, and I am so pleased that I did. My car is now more functional than OEM and looks better too! Great job - thank you.
Hey, thanks man! Appreciate your kind words. Glad everything worked out well for you.
Hey man any chance i could see your install? do you have a link to where you bought yours? i also want to do an upgrade on my 2016 panamera. cheers
Nice work! Looks like a nice upgrade. Will you do another video on the UI/interface of the unit?
Yes. Coming soon…. Then I’ll do another one comparing the 2 12.3” units when I receive second one. Then a full review if that other unit with UI/Interface review. And some tricks of the trade I have found in hidden menus to make the whole experience more OEM like…. Stay tuned.
Excellent video! Waiting for this very long time. Did you find that you loose quality of sound on the speakers? It happened to me with other aftermarket radios
Originally, yes. It all depends on the quality of the converter. With this specific unit, they sent an optical Toslink to MOST25 converter and quality was fine but not great (considering I have a full aftermarket system - close to audiophile quality). So, audio quality was key for me. I then connected optical Toslink fiber directly to my aftermarket amplifier (something you can’t do if you have Bose or Burmester - you need the converter box for that) and audio improved considerably. So, there is something to say about the converter quality.
When I installed the next unit (DaiNav Class) portrayed in later videos in my channel, it didn’t come with the optical Toslink output originally. The converter they provided with the unit was analog to MOST25 conversion and it was crap. Audio degradation was very noticeable. I then bought a different converter with very nice reviews in Amazon, and that made a whole lot of difference. Even with its analog to MOST25 conversion, the quality of audio was superior to the optical Toslink to MOST25 box converter.
After some negotiation with DaiNav, they sent me the optical Toslink board which I installed in the unit and I connected optical Toslink directly to my aftermarket amplifier. Audio quality improved but I have to say it was very similar in quality as with the latest Analog to MODT25 converter I got.
As far as comparison with PCM3.1 full digital, with this latest configuration (either the latest analog to MOST25 converter box or direct Toslink connection) I don’t feel I’m losing anything with audio quality. And I even venture to say, there are gains. You gain a full equalization module with very nice features (rather than the bass and treble).
If you like Bose surround, you don’t have that with the new unit, although you have a different module to achieve surround. But, if you like Bose surround, you can activate it before you remove PCM and it will stay on, as this is activated at the amplifier. But once is on, you will not be able to turn it off unless you reinstall PCM. I don’t like the Bose gimmicks, so they were all turned off when I removed my PCM.
Hope this helps.
You've are genius !!!
Thanks! More videos coming out soon. The audio coming out of this thing is fantastic, which is what I wanted to make sure I preserved with any changes. A lot of research went into this prior to purchase. I’m hoping to give out as much information as possible through video about my experience…. Stay tuned!
Thanks for video. So the backup camera works fine? Also how’s the air flow compared to the original setup?
The backup camera and radar works fine. The airflow with this specific unit is severely reduced. With the other unit I installed (which is linked in the description), it has larger vents and flow is similar to OEM.
Great video! Clear instructions. My question is… how are you, or better worded. What microphone are you using for the Bluetooth connection.
Hey, thanks for your kind words. I don’t understand your first question, is it associated to the second question? On your second question, the system either connects to OEM or has its own mic. I think it has its own mic and it works well. There is no need to install a separate mic.
Thanks for the video.
Where did you find the film to apply it on the profiles
Thanks so much for your kind words! I got the film in Amazon. VViViD® Black Brushed Steel Vinyl... www.amazon.com/dp/B00YLFTU7E?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Great video. I have a Macan and would like to do this upgrade. Can you tell me if the reverse senors and rear view camera still work on these units?
Rear view camera works well. Now, the proximity sensors will still work, you’ll hear the sound as you get closer to an object. The radar display will only show up when you are in reverse and not when you are driving forward. You still hear the warning though. Thanks for watching.
Nice job! Did you wrap your trims while they are on your car? Or you removed them and wrapped?
Removed trims. Not difficult.
@@porscheDIY it’s great if you can make a video of that too! I’m not so sure how to remove door trims
Hi. Thanks for the video. How do you find the gloss black of the unit where the new vents are against the Matt black of the centre control trim. Thanks in advance.
It is not as bad as it looks. Honestly the fact that the vents are so small is really the issue.
Cuando extraes las rejillas del lado acompañante parece facil pero no indicas como sacar las pestañas y se rompen.
Ya he removido estas rejillas muchas veces. Si ves los videos anteriores, especialmente el primero en donde demuestro la instalación de Mr12Volt, vas a ver el procedimiento paso a paso... Te refiero al minuto 2:26 del siguiente video (el cual esta en mi listado de videos creados): ua-cam.com/video/AW6jjKqelvA/v-deo.htmlsi=A97IleN2Xf2iVPXG
Ademas, en este video hago referencia al procedimiento en videos anteriores.
Gracias por sintonizarte al canal.
Hey quick question how is the ac? I see that you lose 2 vents. It’s hot where I live so not sure if I should do this or not
You don’t lose vents. They are rerouted to the bottom of the unit where the CD used to be. If you watch the installation video you’ll see this. However, the video you are pointing out here is for the first unit I installed which I ended up returning. This unit has very small restricted vents. The new unit I got has a more OEM feel, it intercept air duct behind the existing ducts and vents are more functional and bigger. You will have almost same air flow from this new unit… also rerouted to bottom of unit where the Cd would be.
Installing another 12.3" Android Radio unit in my 2015 Porsche Macan...
ua-cam.com/video/TlRweL93Jjk/v-deo.html
Mr Raul I have this unit that I bought many months ago and did not return. My issue is the back up camera won't work. Do you have any input? the signal is coming from the car and when plugged into that connector and put in reverse it does not show the image. tried to play with the settings but im sure im missing something.. also when I use the turn signal the radio screen changes to display that side image (if there was side view cameras) how do I disable that? and lastly the USB will charge the phone but will not work for CarPlay. CarPlay will only work via wireless. Any input is appreciated!
Does you car have 360 surround view camera? You might need to go to hidden settings. But I returned this unit, so, I don’t remember.
Hi, did you already received the 2 unit? I would like to place a order just waiting for your update :)
I’m receiving it today. There was a delay in shipping. I’ll let you all know soon (this week I hope).
Does this unit replace the factory pcm mine keeps resetting and trying to find another option
Correct. Your PCM may have a faulty hard drive. When I had my PCM installed I made a hard drive backup and replace it with an SSD to avoid the issues you are experiencing. But to your question, yes, you should be OK with a unit like this one as a replacement to your failing PCM. Thanks for watching BTW.
Dove comprare il kit completo per modifica Macan 2016.
I purchased mine in AliExpress. Just use their search field and write “12.3 android unit for Porsche Macan”. It will bring many options. Then, communicate with the seller to ensure compatibility with your Macan model year and type of audio system you have.
Hi, can u pin a link to where you got both units in the comments? Thanks love the channel!
Of course. I’ll do that in the description of video.
Posted in video description…
eww crap installed in a Porsche
Thanks for watching. Not sure what to do with your comment… is one of those things… to each their own. But I didn’t have this specific unit in my Macan for long. If you watch subsequent videos you’ll see I installed a unit that resembles PCM5.0 much better. So much so that when my wife and I went to a Porsche dealer to test drive a 911, we also looked at a 2023 Macan and she said that the unit looked like mine. It modernized the cabin… so much so that I don’t feel the immediate need to go and trade my Macan to improve the interior tech…. Hey, thanks for watching and for your support!