2011 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA audio

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Interior design
Sporty ergonomics for ordinary driving.
Extraordinary comfort for sporty driving.

Interior design.
At Porsche, we don’t build everyday
sports cars, we build sports cars for every -
day use. How? By understanding that
great agilit y and maximum comfort are
not mutually exclusive but are, in fact,
aspects of a harmonious overall concept.
This is especially true of the interior
of the new 911. Sportiness, functionality
and high qualit y materials combine to
form a cohesive whole that is conducive
to dynamic driving, even during everyday
use.
What this means becomes clear the
moment you get in. The extended wheel -
base now offers 25 mm more leg room
in the front than in previous 911 models. Sportiness in harmony with comfort is

the theme which is reflected in the clever
ergonomics that characterise the entire
interior design. The materials used, the
layout of the controls and their operating
logic belong to a new generation of
sports car. Another new design for the
new 911 is the elevated centre console.
Its intelligent operating concept follows
a clear principle of direct simplicity.
A classic 911 feature is the arrangement
of the five circular instruments with the
rev counter in the middle. A new addition
is the instrument cluster featuring a high-
resolution 4.6-inch full VGA TFT colour
display for viewing on-board computer,
audio system or navigation information. Fit ted as standard, the Sports seats

combine even greater comfort with
racing-st yle support and now feature
4 -way electric adjustment. The new
automatic climate control with zonal
temperature controls for driver and
front passenger also comes as standard.
Also new is the optional light design
package for the foot wells, storage
compartments, rear compartment and
overhead console. As ever, we offer
an extensive selection of interior colours
and materials, such as carbon, leather,
wood or aluminium.
Acoustics are an integral part of the
concept, particularly the engine sound.
Available as an option is the Burmester
®
High-End Surround Sound System.
Optimised for the new 911 Carrera model
range, it features 12 loudspeakers and
a total output of 821 wat ts for a perfect
spatial sound.
The new 911 proves that apparent oppo -
sites, such as st yle and engineering or
comfort and performance, can go hand
in hand. For us, there is no contradiction
and certainly no need for compromise.
After all, a strong personalit y does not
deny the existence of opposites, it unites
them.

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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 fi-
cient drive systems. The same applies on
the road. It ’s about get ting the most out
of what you’ve got. select neutral and release the clutch
pedal. In cars with Porsche Doppel
kupplung
(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,
extreme outside temperatures, when the
SPORT but ton is selected or if bat tery
charge is low. It is also possible to deacti -
vate the function manually using a
separate but ton on the centre console.
Thermal management.
The new 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 new 911 models are also equipped
as standard with fuel-saving electrical
system recuperation technology.
The vehicle bat tery is recharged by the
alternator, predominantly under braking.
Under acceleration, on the other hand,
the power draw of the alternator is limit -
ed to increase the engine output availa -
ble for driving. The electrical systems
are supplied by the electrical energy
stored during the recharging process.
Temperament | Engines
Auto start/stop function.
The auto start/stop function is standard
in the new 911 models.
In cars with the manual gearbox, the
engine switches off automatically when,
for example, you stop at traffic lights,
Not as thirsty as you might think.

Efficiency- enhancing measures.
For fuel consumption and CO2 emissions please refer to page 129.

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Engineering that takes you forward:

Porsche Communication Management
(PCM) with navigation module and a
high-resolution 7-inch colour touchscreen
is fit ted as standard. PCM is your control
centre for audio, navigationand communi -
cation 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. The Sound Package Plus offer
outstanding performance with a total
output of 235 watts. Available as an option
is the BOSE
® Surround Sound System
with a total output of 445 wat ts. In short,
it delivers authentic audio playback com -
bined 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 manufacturer
based in Berlin and one of the most
respected premium audio manufacturers
worldwide. With a total output of 821 watts,
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 is new with a high-
resolution 4.6-inch TFT colour screen.

It provides you with a continuous stream
of data from the on-board computer,
such as speed, trip mileage, journey time
or current 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 settings.
TFT display
Instruments in the 911 Carrera S with aluminium - 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 right-hand
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
(only in conjunction with seat heating).
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
T V tuner

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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.