Discount Car Stereo BLU-CR12 Installation Manual Download Page 5

Frequent asked questions 

1.

 

Does the BLU-CR12 work on all Porsche radios? 
NO;

 

The BLU-CR12 works only on Porsche CR-1 and CR-2 radios. 

 

2.

 

Does the BLU-CR12 work on Porsche CD1 and CD2 radios?

 

NO; 

The BLU-CR12 works only on Porsche CR-1 and CR-2 radios. 

3.

 

My Porsche has optional CD changer, will the BLU-CR12 work?

 

 The CD Changer must be disconnected for the BLU-CR12 to work. Purchase 
ou

A2D-CR12

 to retain CD changer functionality. 

4.

 

Can I use the radio buttons to control music streaming device?

 

NO

; the radio buttons do not control audio device. Use device built-in 

controls to browse music library 

or optional “smart remote”.

 

5.

 

Where can I tap the 12V accessory wire?

 

Ideally to radio 12V accessory supply wire. This wire has 12V only when key 
is in ac or on positions. Depending on vehicle, the radio power supply plug 
will resemble images below:

 

 

 

964 wiring 

 

993 wiring 

6.

 

Will I be able to make phone calls?

 

NO

; the BLU-CR12 does NOT supports Hands-Free calling. 

7.

 

What happens if a call comes in while streaming?

 

Music will mute when phone rings at which point you may answer the call 
using handset. Music streaming resumes as soon as call ends. 
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Disclaimer 

• This product has no affiliation with Porsche

 etc. 

• There are no warranties expressed or implied by purchase of this product

 

• We’re not 

liable for misuse of this product. 

•We recommend professional installation.

 

 

Email 

[email protected]

 

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subject to change without notice. Other products and companies referred to herein are 
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Summary of Contents for BLU-CR12

Page 1: ...ourtesy of DiscountCarStereo com Serving the internet community since 1995 BLU CR12 QUICKSTARTMUSICSTREAMINGINSTALLATIONGUIDEFORPORSCHEWITH CDC 1ANDCDC 2RADIOS Created March 11 2017 Revised July 16 2021 ...

Page 2: ...e of the CD changer purchase our A2D CR12 instead Installation Radio removal required to gain access to CD connector Remove trim ring and ensure the 2 tabs are centered at which point the radio is pulled out the dash grasping cassette opening provides some leverage or push from rear Proceed with step 1 below 1 Connect 13 pin plug from module See Fig 1 to radio 13 pin connector See Fig 2 Fig 1 Fig ...

Page 3: ...n 4 Select Bluetooth settings 5 Tap Scan Search for devices 6 Wait for Bluetooth device name See below to appear and select it Blue LED glows steady paired and tone is heard on car speakers Optional Smart remote Purchase optional Bluetooth smart remote to control music apps while on the road or at home Does not control factory radio functions Optional remote control allows users to 1 Keep audio de...

Page 4: ...to enter Bluetooth mode 4 Launch audio device e g smartphone streaming application 5 Set audio device volume to about 80 and radio volume to desired playback level Playlist and track selection is NOT possible from the radio Must use audio device built in controls to access audio files 6 If correct operation is confirmed tuck away any extra wires reinstall radio and enjoy your new Bluetooth music s...

Page 5: ...V only when key is in ac or on positions Depending on vehicle the radio power supply plug will resemble images below 964 wiring 993 wiring 6 Will I be able to make phone calls NO the BLU CR12 does NOT supports Hands Free calling 7 What happens if a call comes in while streaming Music will mute when phone rings at which point you may answer the call using handset Music streaming resumes as soon as ...

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