audio PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 2011 6.G Information Manual

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A widely held belief about motorsport is
that power is the only thing that mat ters.
From experience, we know bet ter. Extra
horsepower alone has never been enough
to win a single race. Much more important
to us are ideas – ideas that inspire more
intelligent vehicle concepts and more
ef ficient drive systems. The same applies
on the road. It ’s about get ting the most
out of what you’ve got.
Auto start/stop function.
The auto start/stop function is standard
in the 911 Carrera models.
In cars with the manual gearbox, the
engine switches off automatically when,
for example, you stop at traffic lights,
select neutral and release the clutch
pedal. In cars with Porsche Doppelkupplung
(PDK), the engine switches off whenever
you stop and leave your foot on the
brake pedal.
All audio and communication systems
remain switched on and the climate con ­
trol continues to maintain your selected
temperature. The only differences you
will notice are the silence at the rear and
the fuel saving. As soon as you operate
the clutch or release the brake, the
engine will restart swiftly and smoothly. The auto start/stop function may remain
inactive under particular circumstances,
for example: extreme outside tempera
­
tures, when the SPORT but ton is selected
or if bat tery charge is low. It is also pos ­
sible to deactivate the function manually
using a separate but ton on the centre
console.
Thermal management.
The thermal management system
regulates the temperature in the engine
and gearbox through the intelligent
manipulation of heat flow.
In this way, the engine and gearbox reach
their optimum operating temperature
sooner. As a result, fuel consumption is
reduced through increased combustion
efficiency and lubrication performance.

Electrical system recuperation.
The 911 Carrera models are also equipped
as standard with fuel ­saving electrical
system recuperation technology. The
vehicle bat tery is recharged by the alter ­
nator, predominantly under braking.
Under acceleration, on the other hand,
the power draw of the alternator is limited
to increase the engine output available
for driving. The electrical systems are
supplied by the electrical energy stored
during the recharging process.
Temperament | Engines
Not as thirsty as you might think.

Efficiency- enhancing measures.
For fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, please refer to pages 139/141.

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Engineering that takes you forward:

the standard Porsche Communication
Management (PCM) with navigation
module and a high ­resolution 7 ­inch
colour touchscreen. PCM is your
control centre for audio, navigation
and communication functions.Instruments.
Sporty not kitsch, practical not fanciful.
The five circular instruments have one
purpose above all: to provide information.
They do so efficiently and accurately.
Their st yling is t ypically Porsche with the
rev counter exactly where you would
expect it to be: in the middle.
Another element of the Porsche identit y
is sound. Fit ted as standard, the Sound
Package Plus offers outstanding perfor
­
mance with a totaloutput of 235 wat ts.
Available as an option is the BOSE
®
Surround Sound System with a total out ­
put of 445 wat ts. In short, it delivers
powerful audio playback combined with
an impressive spatial sound. No system promises such high standards
in the 911, and fulfils them, as the
optional High
­End Surround Sound System
from Burmester
®, the bespoke manufac ­
turer based in Berlin and one of the most
respected premium audio manufacturers
worldwide. With a total output of
821 wat ts, it ensures an incredible audio
experience.
Our patented integral subwoofer enhances
the bass performance of both optional
sound systems and also saves weight.
Typically Porsche.
Ergonomics, st yle and sound. Sports car
technology, intelligently combined.The instrument cluster with a high­
resolution 4.6 ­inch TFT colour screen
provides you with a continuous stream
of data from the on ­board computer,
such as trip mileage, journey time or
average fuel consumption. It also dis ­
plays the navigation system map, delivers
various warnings, including alerts from
the Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM)
system, and reminds you of your selected
communication and audio set tings. You
can also use it to carry out individual
vehicle settings.
TFT display
Instruments in the 911 Carrera S with silver ­coloured rev counter

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In the 911, there is a point at which all
forces come together. The steering wheel
is the most important inter face bet ween
the driver and the sports car. This is

why all available steering wheels feature
a high ­grip steering wheel rim in smooth ­
finish leather and offer outstanding
ergonomics. A full ­size airbag is integrated
as st a n d a rd .SportDesign steering wheel.
As with the sports steering wheel, the
optional SportDesign steering wheel
is adjustable for both height and reach
and, thanks to its grip mouldings, it’s
in safe hands – even on the sportiest
of drives.
Sports steering wheel.
The sports steering wheel is fit ted as
standard and adjusts up to 40 mm for
height and up to 60 mm for reach.
The optional multifunction steering
wheel has four function but tons and t wo thumbwheels for convenient operation

of audio, telephone and navigation
functions, TFT display and on ­board
computer. On request, the steering
wheel is available in smooth ­finish leather,
carbon or mahogany. In conjunction with PDK, the steering
wheels are equipped with t wo ergonomic
gearshift switches enabling you to
change gear directly from the steering
wheel. With the optional Sport Chrono
Package, the steering wheel also features
a display above the airbag module

to inform you whether the SPORT,
SPORT PLUS and Launch Control functions
have been activated.
SportDesign steering wheel
In conjunction with PDK, the steering
wheel features t wo gearshif t paddles.
These are made from a strong alloy and
are ergonomically located behind the
lef t ­ and right ­hand steering wheel
spokes. Pull the right ­hand paddle and
PDK shifts up. Pull the left ­hand paddle and PDK shifts down. When PDK has
been combined with the optional Sport
Chrono Package, the left ­ and right­hand
spokes additionally feature a display
that tells you whether the SPORT,
SPORT PLUS and Launch Control functions
have been activated.
Steering wheel heating.
For increased comfort on cold days,
steering wheel heating is available as
an option for the sports steering wheel
and multifunction steering wheels.
The heating is operated by a but ton
on the rear of the lower steering wheel
spoke.
Multifunction steering wheel in conjunction with PDK Spor tDesign steering wheel with gearshif t paddles
Sports steering wheel

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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
­
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.
Audio and communication in the 911
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.

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Porsche Communication Management
(PCM) including navigation module.
Porsche Communication Management
(PCM) is standard for all 911 models.

Powerful, multifunctional and easy to

use, PCM is your control centre for audio,
navigation and commu nication functions. The main feature is the intuitive 7
­inch
touchscreen. Alternatively, you can choose
to operate PCM using conventional rotary
pushbut ton controls. With a maximum of
five list items per page, the screen dis ­
play 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.
The standard ­fitted universal audio inter ­
face (AUX) in the glove compartment
enables you to connect your iPod
® or
any audio source. Recharging is also
supported. Once connected, your iPod
®
or USB stick is then conveniently and
safely operated via the PCM, the optional
multifunction steering wheel or the
optional voice control system.
You can download the performance dis ­
play data from the Sport Chrono Package
and data from the electronic logbook
via the USB port. You can also transfer
up to 10,000 tracks in MP3 format to
the internal hard drive (or Jukebox)
1) of
the PCM and play them from there. Pod ­
casts and audiobooks are recognised
and played and cover art is displayed.
Further details are available from your
Porsche Centre.
Universal audio interface
The navigation module in PCM features
a high ­speed hard drive and allows you to
choose bet ween a 2D display and a 3D
perspective. In some regions, it is possi ­
ble to display the terrain (with an overlaid
satellite map) and buildings 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.
The navigation module also has a dynam ­
ic route guidance function which takes
into account official traffic messages
(TMC) and additional traffic flow sensors
(TMC Pro).
2)
1) Available from November 2012 at the earliest.2) TMC Pro is currently available in Germany, Austria
and Switzerland. Porsche Communication Management (PCM) including navigation module

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route distance, 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.

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).
1) 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
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 con ­
trolled using the optional voice control
system with word ­by ­word input. In the
majorit y of cases, you can simply say
the name of the menu item as seen on
the screen. The voice control system
understands complete addresses when
entered as navigation destinations, as
well as phonebook entries and the names
of radio stations. 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, 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 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.
1)
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).
Mobile phone preparation.
To enable a Bluetooth® connection for
those mobile phones that only support
the Handsfree Profile (HFP),
1) an optional
mobile phone preparation is available. It
enables you to leave your mobile phone
tucked away. The PCM is able to control
only the basic functions of the mobile
phone. The GSM connection is estab ­
lished through the aerial of the mobile
phone.
1)
TV tuner.
The optional T V tuner is capable of
receiving unencrypted analogue and
digital television broadcasts (DVB ­T)
2)
to provide entertainment bet ween jour ­
neys. For your safet y, the T V picture is
switched off while the car is in motion.
Online services.3)
The free AHA Radio app enables you to
listen to internet radio, news feeds, pod ­
casts and audiobooks on the PCM via
your smartphone. You can also receive
local information, e.g. weather reports,
in the form of
voice announcements.
Points of Interest can be searched for
and then transferred to the navigation
system as destinations.
Internet content
is received via your
smartphone but you
operate every thing from the PCM. Online
services can only be used in conjunction
with the standard ­fitted universal audio
interface (iPhone) or the optional mobile
phone preparation or telephone module
(Android phones). The AHA Radio app can
be obtained from iTunes and the Android
Marketplace.
4)
T V tuner
1) See notes on page 130.2) In MPEG ­2 format.3) Available from November 2012 at the earliest.4) In order to use AHA Radio ser vices with the optional telephone module, the HFP function must be activated
in PCM.

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The sound of a Porsche is a unique char
­
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 100 ­
watt active subwoofer. The combined
effect is a balanced acoustic pat tern that
transforms your 911 into a fast ­moving
concert hall. In combination with Porsche Communica
­
tion Management (PCM), 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 micro ­
phone 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 powerful sound and
captivating 360° acoustic experience.
Cue the applause.
When you are seeking a sporting challenge,
you need the right soundtrack.

BOSE
® Surround Sound System.

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An opera in a world of soap operas.


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 wat ts,
12 loudspeakers including an active
subwoofer with 300­wat 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
9 11, 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.

Typically Porsche.
Cue the encore.

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BOSE® Surround Sound System
Burmester
® High ­End Surround Sound System
Porsche Exclusive
A distinctive identity is another form
of exclusivity.
With the range of options featured in this
catalogue, you can make your Porsche
even more special. Introducing Porsche
Exclusive. Have your vehicle individually
and exclusively tailored to your wishes even before it leaves the factory.

Aesthetically and technically, inside
and outside, using fine materials
and with customary Porsche qualit y.
Our overriding principle? That your car
is uniquely handcrafted to your taste.
You will find a wide range of design options in the separate Porsche Exclusive
911 catalogue.
Either your Porsche Centre or the

customer centre in Zuffenhausen
(tel. +49 (0)711 911 ­25977, email:
customercentre ­[email protected])
will be happy to answer any questions about Porsche Exclusive that you may
have. Please note that delivery times may
be extended for certain Porsche Exclusive
equipment.1) May be incompatible with some copy ­protected CDs.2) Only in conjunction with PCM.3) Mobile phone preparation or telephone module in HFP mode: The use of a mobile phone inside a car may cause an increase in the interior electro­
magnetic field strength and, accordingly, in the electromagnetic radiation to which passengers are exposed. If a cradle is used to mount the
mobile phone, the field strength in the passenger compar tment can be reduced because your phone can be connected up to the external aerial
(feature depends on how specific mobile phones connect to the cradle). For information about the availabilit y of a cradle for your mobile phone,
please contact an independent accessories retailer. The use of the telephone module for PCM via Bluetooth
® SAP connection or with inserted
SIM card prevents exposure to electromagnetic radiation as only the car’s external aerial is ever used.
4) For information on compatible mobile phones, please visit www.porsche.de or contact your Porsche Centre.5) For receiving analogue and digital television signals (DVB ­T) (where available).
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Audio and communication options.
Porsche Communication Management (PCM) including navigation module 1)••••••••P23 98
Electronic logbook
2)••••••••6 4110 0
Voice control system
2)••••••••671 10 0
Telephone module
2), 3)••••••••666101
Cordless handset for telephone module
2), 3), 4)••••••••669 101
Mobile phone preparation
3), 4)••••••••619 101
BOSE
® Surround Sound System••••••••680 10 2
Burmester
® High ­End Surround Sound System••••••••682 10 4
Six ­disc CD/ DVD autochanger
1)••••••••693 98
T V tuner
2), 5)••••••••676 101
Online Services
••••••••UN1 101
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‘911’ badge 126
A
Adaptive cruise control 93
Airbags 80
Anti ­theft protection 96
Audio interface, universal 98
AudioPilot
® 10 2
Auto start/stop function 43
B
Bi­Xenon headlights 83
Body 54
BOSE
® Surround Sound System 102
Brakes 76
Burmester
®
High ­End Surround Sound System 104
C
Cataly tic converter 46, 117
CD/ DVD autochanger 98
Chassis 54
Climate control 92Coasting
51
Colours Exterior 122
Interior 124
Comfort 84
Communication 97
Cruise control 92
D
Direct fuel injection (DFI) 44
Dry ­sump lubrication, integrated 46
Dynamic engine mounts 69
E
Electrical system recuperation 43
Emission control 117
Engine management system 47
Engineered safety design 56
Engines 38
3.4 ­litre boxer engine 40
3.8 ­litre boxer engine 40
E n v i r o n m e n t 114
Exhaust system 46
Exterior mirrors and rear ­view mirror 95
F
Factory collection 133
Front axle 57
F u e l 117
Fuel consumption 117
Fuel system 117
H
Headlight cleaning system 83
HomeLink
®
(programmable garage door opener) 92
Hood 58
I
I numbers 126
Instruments 87
Intake manifold 46
K
Knock control, cylinder­specific 47
L
Le a t h e r 124, 129
Light design package 92Lights 82
Logbook, electronic
100
Luggage compartment 95
M
Manual gearbox 48
M a t e r i a l s 117
Memory package 90
Mobile phone preparation 101
Models 8
Motorsport 108
O
On­board computer 87
On ­board diagnostics 47
Online services 101
P
Panorama 134
Park Assist 95
Parking brake, electric 80
Performance display 69
Personalisation 120Porsche Active Suspension

Management (PASM) 62
Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB) 78
Porsche Communication
Management (PCM) 98
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) 50
Porsche Dynamic Chassis
Control (PDCC) 64
Porsche Dynamic Light
System (PDLS) 83
Porsche Entry & Drive 96
Porsche Side Impact
Protection System (POSIP) 81
Porsche Stabilit y Management (PSM) 71
Porsche Torque Vectoring (PT V) 72
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus
(PT V Plus) 72
Porsche Traction Management (PTM) 52
Porsche Vehicle Tracking
System (PV TS) 96
Power steering 66
Power steering Plus 66
R
Rain sensor 95
Rear axle 57
Rear differential lock 72
R e c y c l i n g 117
Roll ­over protection 81
Roof transport system 95, 126
S
Safet y 76
Seat heating 91
Seat ventilation 91
Seats Adaptive sports seats Plus 90
Child seats 91
Fully electric sports seats 90
Rear seats 91
Sports seats 90
Sports seats Plus 90
Sports bucket seats 91
Slide/tilt sunroof 94
Slide/tilt sunroof, glass 94
Sound Package Plus 97 SPORT but ton
67
Sport Chrono Package 67
SPORT PLUS but ton 67
Sports exhaust system 46
Sports suspension 63
Steering 66
Steering wheel heating 89
Steering wheels Multifunction steering wheel 88
SportDesign steering wheel 89
Sports steering wheel 88
Stereo Lambda control circuits 117
T
Technical data 138
Telephone module 101
TFT display 87
Thermal management 43
Transmission 48
Trim strip in a high ­gloss finish 126
T V tuner 101
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM) 70
Index
V
VarioCam Plus system 44
Voice control system 100
W
‘Welcome Home’ lighting 92
Wheels 70
Wind deflector, electric 60