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996 Pcm 1

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Hi

New to this and my 98 modell 996. At the moment I have a PCM 1 navigation system. Can this be upgraded to a newer software or do I have to change thet whole unit?? If so how do I upgrade system ??

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Peter from Norway

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The latest Western Europe Porsche maps for PCM1 in the PET parts program are 2008/9.  Part number 000.044.900.96, but very expensive.  As far as I know there is no increased functionality - just more up-to-date maps.   

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The latest Western Europe Porsche maps for PCM1 in the PET parts program are 2008/9.  Part number 000.044.900.96, but very expensive.  As far as I know there is no increased functionality - just more up-to-date maps.   

Richard,

Am I correct in saying that I can not upgrade the software from PCM 1 to e.g PCM 2 ?? I am new at this but thought this could be done.

regards

Peter

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Loren Member

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PCM1 and PCM 2 are totally different - made by different companies for Porsche.

Most folks that have PCM 1 end up doing a less expensive upgrade by removing PCM1 and replacing it with a 3rd party NAV system. Do a search here as several folks have described their process.

Richard Hamilton Member

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No you can't upgrade software from PCM1 to PCM2. They are completely different hardware and software.

PCM1 is very outdated, but you might want to consider a modern 2-DIN navigation system, and it is a relatively easy fit in the earlier cars. I fitted a Pioneer system in mine and am very pleased with it.

Edit: beaten to it by Loren yet again!!

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norwaypeter Member

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No you can't upgrade software from PCM1 to PCM2.  They are completely different hardware and software.

PCM1 is very outdated, but you might want to consider a modern 2-DIN navigation system, and it is a relatively easy fit in the earlier cars.  I fitted a Pioneer system in mine and am very pleased with it.

Edit: beaten to it by Loren yet again!!

I was hoping that the system I have in the car could be updated with a newer software, but it is still unclear if and how this can be done!

regards

Peter

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