[RMDC]

OK, so today was the day to finally install the Android mod. Unfortunately, the video instructions state that just removing the trim is necessary to get to the radio bolts. This is not the case for the Macan. You have to remove the AC vents. I tried and only managed to dislocate 3 of the horizontal louvers in the process. So now I have to figure out how to reattach those and I'm out close to $1000 for the unit, additional components, etc. Major bummer.

 

[ttmacan]

OK, so today was the day to finally install the Android mod. Unfortunately, the video instructions state that just removing the trim is necessary to get to the radio bolts. This is not the case for the Macan. You have to remove the AC vents. I tried and only managed to dislocate 3 of the horizontal louvers in the process. So now I have to figure out how to reattach those and I'm out close to $1000 for the unit, additional components, etc. Major bummer.

You busted the vents will need replacements. You need to get a hook tool and pull on the back of the vent. There are some posts on here on how to remove glove compartment etc see those posts for how to.

 

[RMDC]

You busted the vents will need replacements. You need to get a hook tool and pull on the back of the vent. There are some posts on here on how to remove glove compartment etc see those posts for how to.

Not sure about that. The louvers disconnected to the vertical piece in the back that moves them in unison up and down. If it's busted, so it is. I guess I'd rather have to replace a vent than trim. All in all, an expensive experiment with nothing positive out of it.

 

[ttmacan]

Not sure about that. The louvers disconnected to the vertical piece in the back that moves them in unison up and down. If it's busted, so it is. I guess I'd rather have to replace a vent than trim. All in all, an expensive experiment with nothing positive out of it.

I think you could get it installed just need he hook tool. The slats fit onto the vertical piece but also if you notice they have little nubs on the edge.

 

[RMDC]

I've finally managed to remove my PCM! I just can't find where to connect the power and ground. Scott's instructions lack detail on that piece and I can't find a wiring diagram for that power harness on the MIB. Anyone happen to have a wiring diagram?

 

[RMDC]

OK, disregard previous. I took a chance on 12V vs GRD and got it right

 

[dasarp]

Can you use Google Assistant on the Android PCM? And does simply saying OK Google trigger it?

 

[RMDC]

Done!

 

[RMDC]

Not sure why the images are sideways when uploaded but you get the idea...

 

[Bondr32]

Wow. Please make a youtube video of it in action.

 

[RMDC]

https://www.dropbox.com/s/wdzzxg87hy206k5/Android%20for%20Porsche%20PCM.mp4?dl=0

I shared the video on dropbox, the video quality is much better than on youtube. Youtube link is

 

[RMDC]

Can you use Google Assistant on the Android PCM? And does simply saying OK Google trigger it?

I forgot to install the microphone but I'm sure it would. I have a USB cable routed to the glove box. I might try a USB microphone before I open up the dash again, although it's not a difficult process other than the really scary feeling of yanking the AC vents out. I use google assistant mainly for Spotify control but can do without for now.

 

[Bondr32]

What are you using for data connection? Are you hot spotting your phone or did you get a sim card?

 

[RMDC]

My Macan doesn't have a SIM slot. I started off using my phone hotspot with a Macro running to turn the hotspot on as BT connected. I ended up putting a dedicated MiFi in the car to share my unlimited data VZW plan. It's working out well.

 

[sonorous]

@RMDC

Thanks for your work and for sharing the results here. I would be all over this if it was not a stand alone Android instance. What I really want is a module that simply adds Android Auto running from my phone. To me this would be much more simple and would take away the need for yet another data connection. If any company releases that they can take my money!

 

[Bondr32]

That's also what I'm looking for....

 

[SDKAutos]

Hi guys,

We've just released the latest version of Porsche Android 2.0.

We're shipping out the new units next week.

Head on over to our web site to check it out

 

[MarkInMd]

My Macan doesn't have a SIM slot. I started off using my phone hotspot with a Macro running to turn the hotspot on as BT connected. I ended up putting a dedicated MiFi in the car to share my unlimited data VZW plan. It's working out well.

Thanks so much for posting your updates! Any additional info you can give us on how to remove the trim to remove the PCM on the Macan would be VERY helpful to us all.
You've been using it a few weeks now, how about a review of the unit, how it operates and how it interfaces with the rest of the Porsche system?

 

[MarkInMd]

Hi guys,

We've just released the latest version of Porsche Android 2.0.

We're shipping out the new units next week.

Head on over to our web site to check it out

Thanks Scott. You answered a lot of out questions here previously, thanks.
Can you tell us what specifically has changed with v2.0?
Also, the one question that wasn't answered before was how the microphone works (OK, Google?) and where it is installed.
What is the pricing info for v2.0?
In you video you said it has Lolipop, but on your website I believe it says Nougat. Which is correct?
Thanks.

 

[SDKAutos]

@RMDC

Thanks for your work and for sharing the results here. I would be all over this if it was not a stand alone Android instance. What I really want is a module that simply adds Android Auto running from my phone. To me this would be much more simple and would take away the need for yet another data connection. If any company releases that they can take my money!

You can also run Android Auto on this unit - you can download and install Android Auto from the Google App Store within the unit and use it as the main Operating System.

Unlike most vehicles with Android Auto integrated from the factory, with our system you can download and updated Android Auto (from the Google Apps Store) and keep up to date with the latest versions. Google are releasing a lot of updates to Android Auto at the moment, so this is a nice benefit.