PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 2011 5.G Information Manual

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Climate control.
The new 911 models feature t wo -zone
automatic climate control as standard
with an enhanced ventilation effect and
separate temperature controls for the
driver and front passenger. The available
air conditioning modes are gentle,

normal and strong.
An active carbon filter traps particles,
pollen and odours and an automatic
air-recirculation function permanently
monitors air quality, reduces humidity
and switches from fresh to recirculated
air when required. A demister function keeps the windows
clear in cold weather. In warmer weather,
a solar sensor helps the climate control

to detect strong sunlight and automatically
compensate for the comfort of both the
driver and front passenger.
HomeLink®
(programmable garage door opener).
As an option, it is possible to have
a programmable garage door opener
integrated into the overhead console.
At the push of a but ton, it controls up
to three different garage doors, lighting
systems or alarm systems.
Many things have practical qualities.
Even more have a sporty function.
And some are just extremely convenient.

Additional comfort and convenience features.
Light design package (overhead console)
Light design package (door pulls) Light design package (rear)
Light design package.
The optional light design package is both
practical and aesthetically appealing.
It comprises dimmable LEDs in the over -
head console and in the areas of the
door pulls, door storage compartments,
front foot wells and rear seats.
‘Welcome Home’ lighting.
For convenience, particularly at night,
the ‘Welcome Home’ lighting function
automatically switches on the LED day -
time running lights for a defined period
whenever the vehicle is opened or
closed using the key remote. A customisable delayed switch - of f timer
keeps the daytime running lights, the

taillights and, where applicable, the
courtesy lights switched on until you
reach your front door.
Cruise control.
This automatic speed control function
is available as an option. For greater
driver comfort on long stretches of road,
cruise control operates in the 30 –240 km/ h
(18 –149 m p h )
speed range and is activat -
ed using a
button on the steering column
control stalk.

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Exterior mirrors and rear-view mirror.
The most prominent new feature of the
electrically adjustable exterior mirrors is
their position. They are mounted directly
on the doors for improved aerodynamics.
Electrically folding exterior mirrors with
courtesy lighting on both sides of the
vehicle are available as an option.

Roof transport system.
Available as an option for the Coupé
models, the new roof transport system in
aluminium is aerodynamically efficient,
very light weight and easy to fit. A range
of at tachments is available, such as a
roof box, a bike carrier or a ski/snowboard
carrier. Maximum roof load is 75 kg.
By illuminating the area in front of the
doors, they make it easier to find your
way in the dark.
An auto-dimming function for the rear-
view mirror and exterior mirrors, with
an integrated rain sensor for the wind -
screen wipers, is available as an option.Slide/tilt sunroof.
The optional electrically adjustable slide/
tilt sunroof for the Coupé models is a
completely new design. It opens out wards
so that it does not interfere with head -
room. Another advantage of the new
design is the much larger aperture for
increased driving pleasure under the
open sky. The newly developed t wo -position net-
t ype wind deflector protects against
draught and further reduces wind noise.
ParkAssist.
Park Assist is fit ted as standard in the
911 Cabriolet models and is available as
an option for the 911 Coupé models.

Featuring four inconspicuous sensors in
the rear end, the system audibly alerts
the driver to the presence of obstacles
detected behind the vehicle. An intermit -tent warning tone increases in rapidity

as the obstacle is approached.
An enhanced version of Park Assist,
with four sensors in the front end, is
available as an option. The audible alert
is supplemented by a visual warning
in the central display screen, which
shows a graphical representation of
the vehicle from overhead.
Luggage compartment.
The luggage compartment volume
in the new 911 models is 135 litres.
The luggage compartment is fully
trimmed in scratch - resistant materials.

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Porsche Entry & Drive.
With the optional Porsche Entry & Drive,
you can leave your car key in your pocket.
As soon as you grab the door handle

or approach the luggage compartment,
the system automatically checks the
encrypted access code on the key. Once
the key is validated, the door or the luggage compartment lid unlocks. The
engine can then be started and switched
off using the electronic ignition switch.
To lock the vehicle, you simply press the
but ton on the outside of the door handle.
Porsche Entry & Drive then locks the
vehicle and activates the engine immobi
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liser and steering column lock.
Anti-theft protection.
All 911 Carrera models are equipped as
standard with an immobiliser with in-key
transponder and an alarm system with
radar-based interior surveillance. The
system secures the doors, luggage com -
partment, passenger compartment and
ignition lock.
Porsche Vehicle Tracking System
(PV TS).
The Porsche Vehicle Tracking System
(PV TS) is fit ted as standard on all 911
models. The system
makes it possible
to locate a stolen vehicle across most
of the countries of Europe. The system
includes a
tilt sensor for the alarm
system.
Sound Package Plus.
The Sound Package Plus is fit ted as
standard. The system comprises a
separate amplifier with a total output
of 235 wat ts, seven amplifier channels
and nine loudspeakers, all of which
combine to create the perfect interior
sound experience.
Identity is to do with where you come from.
Sometimes, it’s also to do with where you want to be.

Audio and communication.
Audio and communication in the new 911

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Porsche Communication Management
(PCM) including navigation module.
Porsche Communication Management
(PCM) is standard in all 911 models.
Powerful, multifunctional and easy to
use, PCM is your control centre for
audio, navigation and communication
functions.
The main feature is the intuitive 7-inch
touchscreen. Alternatively, you can
choose to operate PCM using conven
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tional rotary pushbutton controls.
With a maximum of five list items per
page, the screen display is very clearly
presented. A useful help function is
displayed at the foot of the screen.
Radio functions include up to 42 memory
presets and an FM dual tuner frequency diversit y with RDS, which continuously
scans in the background for the best
signal, and a dynamic autostore.
The DVD-audio drive plays CDs and
audio DVDs and is MP3-compatible.
Audio playback of video DVDs is

also supported. A six- disc CD/ DVD
autochanger integrated into PCM is
available as an option.
A navigation module with high-speed
hard drive is included with PCM. For
route guidance, it is possible to select
bet ween a 2D display and a 3D perspec -
tive. In some regions, even land and
buildings can be displayed in 3D. Split
screen mode enables you to view t wo
functions at once, such as the current
navigation map and a list of symbols that
represent the next driving manoeuvre.
Voice control system.
If you require route guidance, need to
make a phone call or want to listen to the
radio, then why not just say so? Almost all
of the functions of PCM can be controlled
using the optional voice control system
with word-by-word input. In the majority
of cases, you can simply say the name
of the menu item as seen on the screen.
Even lists can be browsed by voice
command. For added convenience, there
is no need to ‘train’ the system.
Electronic logbook.
An electronic logbook is available for PCM
as an option. It enables automatic logging
on every journey of mileage, route dis -
tance, date, time, starting location and
destination. Data can be downloaded to
a USB stick and evaluated on your home
PC using the soft ware supplied. The soft -
ware fulfils all statutory requirements
for automatic logbooks as specified by
the German revenue authorities.
Porsche Communication Management (PCM) including navigation module, electronic logbook

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Telephone module.
The optional quadband GSM telephone
module offers convenience and excellent
reception. By inserting a SIM card directly
into the PCM’s integral SIM card reader,
calls can be made using the hands-free
facility. For even more convenience, the
Bluetooth
® capability of a mobile phone
can be used to make calls via the SIM
Access Profile (SAP).* Once automatic
pairing is complete, the mobile phone’s
aerial is switched off to conserve bat tery
charge and the phone operates via
the car aerial. Depending on the mobile
phone model, this gives access not only
to the numbers on the SIM card, but also
to the phone’s internal memory. Depending
on the phone, it can also be controlled
using PCM, the optional multifunction
steering wheel or the optional voice
control system, without it ever leaving
your pocket.
the basic functions of the mobile phone.
The GSM connection is established
through the aerial of the mobile phone.
*
The telephone module also enables you
to establish a Bluetooth
® link with those
mobile phones that only support the
Handsfree Profile (HFP). In this case, the
GSM connection is always established
through the aerial of the mobile phone.*
PCM acts as a hands-free system and
you can leave the mobile phone tucked
a w ay.
On request, a cordless handset for the
telephone module is also available. Stored
in the centre console storage compartment,
it features a display and keypad. However,
the handset cannot be used for Bluetooth®
links established using the Handsfree
Profile (HFP).
TV tuner.
The optional T V tuner is capable of
receiving unencrypted analogue and
digital television broadcasts (DVB -T) to
provide entertainment bet ween journeys.
For your safet y, the T V picture is
switched off while the car is in motion.
Mobile phone preparation.
To enable a Bluetooth® connection for
those mobile phones that only support
the Handsfree Profile (HFP),
* an optional
mobile phone preparation is available. It
enables you to leave your mobile phone
tucked away. PCM is able to control only
Universal audio interface.
With PCM, a USB port is included to
enable you to connect your iPod
® or any
other compatible audio source of your
choice. Recharging is also supported.
The iPod
® or USB stick can be controlled
conveniently and safely using PCM, the optional multifunction steering wheel

or the optional voice control system.
Through the USB port, it is also possible
to download data from the performance
display of the Sport Chrono Package as
well as data from the electronic logbook.
Universal audio interface
* Please refer to the notes on page 120.
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The sound of a Porsche is a unique char
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acteristic, and we’re not referring only to
the engine. The optional BOSE
® Surround
Sound System was specially developed for
the 911 and is therefore perfectly tuned
to the car’s specific interior acoustics.
It has a total output of 445 wat ts and
comprises 8 amplifier channels, 12 loud -
speakers and a patented integral 200 -
watt active subwoofer. The combined
effect is a balanced acoustic pat tern that
transforms your 911 into a fast-moving
concert hall. The BOSE
® Surround Sound System
enables audio playback of DVDs and
is thus able to make full use of the
impressive sound spectrum of 5.1 digital
recordings. Of course, you can still play
other audio sources, such as CDs and
MP3s, in stereo or, at the push of a but -
ton, in one of the virtual surround modes
generated by BOSE
® Centerpoint® 2.
The BOSE
®- patented AudioPilot®
noise compensation technology
uses a microphone to continuously
measure the ambient noise inside the vehicle and adapts music playback
instantly and automatically so that

a consistent sound is maintained –
whatever the driving conditions.
The result is a balanced, faithfully
reproduced sound and captivating
360° acoustic experience.
Cue the applause.
Character is conveyed by a clear voice,
not a loud one.

BOSE
® Surround Sound System.

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Words can barely describe the 911 experience.

Sound can.

Burmester
® High-End Surround Sound System.
When t wo iconic German manufacturers
join forces, the result is special. We’re
referring to Porsche and Berlin-based
Burmester
®, one of the most respected
manufacturers of high-end audio equip -
ment worldwide, and the Burmester
®
High-End Surround Sound System.
The technologies behind the system are
based on the finest premium home audio
systems Burmester
® has to offer.
The system owes its eminence to count -
less details, and one goal: perfection
in sound.
The system has 12 amplifier channels
with a total output of more than 821
watts, 12 loudspeakers including an
active subwoofer with 300 -wat t class D amplifier, a total diaphragm surface area
of more than 1,340 cm², and a frequency
response of 35 Hz to 20 kHz.
For the first time in a 911, Burmester
®

has introduced the patented integral
subwoofer, which replaces the familiar
separate subwoofer and loudspeaker
arrangement of other systems. This saves
weight and has a beneficial impact on
acoustic performance.
Crossover technology has been carried
over more or less unmodified from the
home audio sector. Analogue and digital
filters have been optimally defined for
their new installation location and finely
tuned af ter extensive in - car audio testing. The t weeters are ribbon-based air motion
transformers (AMT) that have been
designed specifically for the 911. For
unmistakably fine, clear and undistorted
high-frequency sound reproduction with
excellent level stability. All loudspeaker
housings are perfectly matched and deliver
superior bass foundation, definition and
impulse accuracy. As yet unequalled

in the 911, the result is a natural and
richly textured spatial sound even at

top volume.
The pure, sport y design with galvanised
surrounds and Burmester
® logos on
selected loudspeakers make it clear that
the appeal of the Burmester
® High - End
Surround Sound System is as much about the visual as it is the audio.

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On the racetrack, we’re fiercely committed.
Not least to the future.

Motorsport.
How does one book one’s place in motor -
sport history? By finishing that crucial
one hundredth of a second faster than
the competition, or a whole lap ahead of
the rest of the field? Either way, victory is
sweet. At Porsche, however, one goal
mat ters above all: turning to the next
chapter and shaping the future of motor -
sport using intelligent technologies and
unconventional ideas with the incentive of
increased power output and enhanced
efficiency, as well as the abilit y to incor -
porate these innovations into cars engi -
neered for the road.918 RSR race laboratory.
How powerful can a hybrid be? How sus-
tainable can a racecar be? If hybrid sports
car
technology is to be taken seriously, we
believe it must prove its worth in the test -
ing environment of tomorrow – on the race-
track. The 918 RSR succeeds, lap after lap.
The drive system comprises a high-revving
combustion engine, two electric machines
on the front axle and enhanced fly wheel

energy storage derived from the
911 GT3 R Hybrid.
What did we wish to achieve? Extremely
high performance, of course, but we also
wanted a glimpse of the future. A lit tle bit
sooner and a lit tle bit faster.
911 GT3 R Hybrid.
It took a whole year’s work for just one
day: the 24 Hours of Nürburgring in
2010. With the 911 GT3 R Hybrid, our
engineers sent a 911 onto the track
equipped for the first time ever with
three drive units.
The principle is to recover unused kinetic
energy. Energy is stored by a fly wheel
accumulator that spins at up to 40,000
rpm. After braking, t wo electric motors
on the front axle enable the driver to
draw this power to boost acceleration out
of corners or for overtaking. In short: he
who brakes, wins. It is a principle that the 911 GT3 R Hybrid
brought to the front of the field at the
Nürburgring in 2010, where it remained
until the 23rd hour. Engine failure may
have forced it to retire from this particu
-
lar race, but this was not the end. The
911 GT3 R Hybrid since went on to
compete in major international endurance
trials in Day tona and Zhuhai and put
in an electrifying performance on the
Nürburgring in 2011.
To Porsche, winning is important, but
so is the victory of ideas. We achieve
this with Intelligent Performance.

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GT-Sp o r t .
GT cars are pure-bred racing cars.
They must be based on road-registered
sports cars and modifications are
restricted to specific areas. In the early 1990s, Porsche was the

driving force behind the renaissance
of international GT motorsport. In the
meantime, Porsche has established
successful cooperation with customer
teams. Porsche supplies the race-ready cars and supports private teams with

further development, technical services
and the provision of factory drivers.
Whether it ’s in the Le Mans 24 Hours, the
ALMS, the International GT Open or at
national GT championships, Porsche
private teams are regular race and
championship winners.
Porsche one-make championships.
Porsche racing drivers are able to indulge
their passion for motorsport in 20
Porsche one-make championships on
5 continents. The philosophy is one of
equal opportunities and fairness through the use of technically identical racing
cars. The result is fiercely contested sprints of the highest standard.

Based directly on the 911 GT3 RS,
911 GT3 Cup cars compete in races
as part of high-level racing events. At each Porsche one-make championship,
Porsche supplies the cars to private teams
in race-ready condition and organises

the race series and provides support for
the drivers, teams and sponsors from
its trackside position.
Porsche GT-Sport Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup
Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup.
The Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup is the
world’s fastest international one-make
race series. With 11 races in total and an
average spectatorship of over 100,000,
it is held as part of the supporting
programme of the FIA Formula One World
Championship.
Porsche Carrera Cup Great Britain.
The Porsche Carrera Cup Great Britain
premiered in 2003 and has developed
into one of the fastest national one-make
championships. The championship is a
major support race to the MSA British
Touring Car Championship and promises
equal cars, close and exciting racing and
first-class facilities for teams and drivers.
Each season has t went y races held
during ten rounds at various race circuits
across Great Britain. For more informa -
tion visit www.porsche.com/motorsport.