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BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER

DRBIII

WINFLASH II

INSTALLATION AND

USER'S GUIDE

September 2003

Ver. 3.0


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BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

Installation and Users Guide v3.0

TABLE OF CONTENTS

HARDWARE INSTALLATION 1

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 4

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9

MODES OF OPERATION 9

SELECTING THE SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS PORT 10

MODE 1 - OPERATING IN BENCHTOP . 12

Technique 1 - Read Part Number 12

Technique 2 - Specify Model Year, Body and Engine 13

Technique 3 - Specify Part Number 14

Internet Vehicle Controller Flash 16 Finding a Generic Controller Part Number .. 18

Updating the Benchtop Programmer Firmware .. 20

MODE 2 - OPERATING IN DRBIIIWINFLASH .. 21

Establishing communication between DRBIII and PC 21

Technique 1 - Specify Model Year, Body and Engine 22

Technique 2 - Specify Part Number(s) .. 23

Using a PCMCIA Card .. 24

Internet Vehicle Controller Flash 25

ACCESSING INTERNET VEHICLE CONTROLLER FLASH .. 27

APPENDICES . 31

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER FRONT PANEL INDICATORS .. 31

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER TROUBLESHOOTING . . 32

TECHNICAL SUPPORT . 33


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System Requirements

Before installing the software for the DaimlerChrysler Benchtop Programmer /

DRBIII

WinFlash II, ensure that the personal computer (PC) meets the followingminimum system requirements as well as the operating systems listed.

Hardware:

Intel80486, 66 MHz or higher processor

16 MB of RAM (More memory improves performance)

50-MB available hard disk space

VGA or higher-resolution monitor

16 x CD-ROM drive

Mouse or pointing device

Serial communications port (COM)

Operating System:

Windows 2000 Professional (Administrators group)

Windows XP Professional (Administrators group)

Windows NT 4.0 Workstation

Windows 98

Windows 95

NOTE:

Windows XP Home Edition is not supported.


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Hardware Installation

The Benchtop Programmer Kit contains the following items:

Benchtop Programmer main unit (Part# BTP00001)

DB-9 Null modem cable (Part #DNULL9F9F06)

A power adapter

SBEC control module cable (Part #SBEC018)

JTEC control module cable (Part #JTEC901)

ISIS CD-ROM Software Installation

ISIS Workstation

Benchtop Programmer

DB-9 Cable DB-25 Controller Cables

Vehicle Control ModuleDC Transformer

Benchtop Programmer connection.


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1. Connect the null modem cable from the back of the Benchtop Programmer main unit (portlabeled RS232) to a serial communication port on the PC.

Benchtop Program15V DC

1 AMP

FUSE

2

RS232

DB9

1 2

2. Connect the DC transformer to a wall outlet and plug it to the back of the BenchtopProgrammer main unit.

3. Connect the appropriate control module cable from the module to be programmed to the frontof the Benchtop Programmer main unit (labeled Controller).

SCI I/II

ISO

CCD

J1850

PWR

STATUS

TXD

RXD

Vehicle Connection

Benchtop Program

3

This completes the hardware setup. If the software has not yet been installed, proceed to the software

installation.


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Software Installation

1. Load the ISIS CD-ROM in the personal computer. Select Run from the Start menu. Select Browse

and then select the CD-ROM drive.

2. Select the Benchtop Programmer folder on the ISIS CD:


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3. Within the Benchtop Programmer folder is a file named Setup, select this file to start the

installation of the Benchtop Programmer / DRBIIIWinFlash II application.

The following screen will appear:

NOTE:

If you already have the Benchtop Programmer / DRBIIIWinFlash installed on the PC,

the following message will appear:

Confirm that you would like to continue the upgrade by clicking the OK button.


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4. Click the Next > button to continue the installation.

5. The installation program will allow you to select the directory where the Benchtop Programmer /

WinFlash II program can be installed. By default, it is installed in the Benchtop Programmer

directory. Click the Next > button to accept the default.


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6. Click the Next> button to accept the default program folder.

The installation progress bar is shown below:


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7. The installation will complete with a dialogue box shown below, or a similar one that will ask to

restart your computer. Click the Finish button to complete the installation.


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Operating InstructionsWhenever operating the Benchtop Programmer / DRBIIIWinFlash II application , the ISIS CD-ROM

must be inserted in the CD-ROM drive. Otherwise, the following message will appear.

Modes of Operation

The Benchtop Programmer / DRBIIIWinFlash has two different operating modesBenchtop andDRB III. The two modes correspond to the hardware device that is connected to the PC to perform the

flash reprogramming operation. To select the mode of operation, click the Mode label from the menu and

clicking --Benchtop Programmer or DRB III WinFlash.

Once the mode is selected, the graphical user interface will change and reflect the hardware device that is

connected to the serial port of the PC.


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Selecting the Serial Communications Port

1. The serial communications port of the PC must be selected when the software is first installed.

To select an alternate port, select Options under the Tools menu.

2. With the Benchtop Programmer or DRB III connected to the PC and powered up, select the serial port

that will be used. Click the Test button.


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3. The version number of the software and hardware of the main unit and the word Success will

appear when the correct serial port is selected. Click the OK button to save the setting.


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MODE 1 - OPERATING IN BENCHTOPIn order to program a control module in Benchtop mode, the module must first be connected to the

Benchtop Programmer unit with the correct module cable. Currently there are two cables, one for JTEC

module identified by three connector cavities and the other for SBEC module that has two connectorcavities.

Reprogramming the vehicle control module

There are three different methods of reprogramming the vehicle control module. Each technique is

described in the sections below.

Technique 1 Read Part Number

1. With the control module connected, click the Read PNbutton . The application will display the part

number in the Part Number field.

2. Click the Look-up PN button to display the updates of the controller part number.


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3. Select the superseding part number in the grid table.

4. Click the Reprogrambutton to update the control module.

Technique 2 Specify Model Year, Body and Engine

1. With the control module connected, select the Model Year, Body and Engine to display the updates of

the controller part number

2. Select the vehicle controller flash in the table grid.

3. Click the Reprogram button to update the control module.

NOTE:

If there are no software updates for the Model Year, Body and Engine combination that have

selected, the following message will appear. Click the Ok button and specify a different

combination.


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Technique 3 Specify Part Number

1. With the control module connected, enter the part number in the Part Number field.

2. Click the Look-up PNbutton to display the updates of the controller part number.


4. Click the Reprogrambutton to update the control module.


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The reprogramming process takes about 3-7 minutes depending on the type of controller and the size of

the flash software. A message and a progress bar will display the reprogramming status.

When the reprogramming sequence is completed, the following message appears.

At this point, the control module has been updated and is ready to be installed in the vehicle.


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Internet Vehicle Controller Flash

Vehicle controller flash can be accessed via the Internet. A user name and password is required to login to

the MDS2002website. A link is provided in the Corporate International Operations Network (CINON)website.

1. Using the Internet, connect to the DaimlerChrysler Corporation, MDS2002 website. Please refer to

page 27 for details.

2. After saving the Internet vehicle controller flash, open the Benchtop Programmer /DRBIIIWinFlash application.

3. Select Benchtop Programmer in the Mode menu.

4. Click the Internet Download button to display all the controller flash updates that were saved

in the C:\ccflash\ccdata folder.


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5. Select the vehicle controller flash.

6. Click the Download button to reprogram the control module.

7. Click the Exit button to close the Web Download box.


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Finding a Generic Controller Part Number

1. Enter the controller part number or select Model Year, Body and Engine.


3. Click the Generic button.

If there is a corresponding generic part number, this will be displayed as shown.


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NOTE:

Not all part numbers have a generic equivalent. In cases where there is none, a message will be

displayed as shown.


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Updating the Benchtop Programmer Firmware

The software on the Benchtop Programmer main unit is queried by the application when the Read PN or

Program button is selected. The program will compare the firmware version with the latest version that is

on the ISIS CD. In the event that the firmware needs an update, a message will appear as shown.

Click the OK button to perform the firmware update. A progress bar will appear and the firmware of the

main unit will be updated to the latest release. When the update is completed, the following message will

appear.

Click the OK button to return to the Benchtop Programmer application.

NOTE:In the event that the Benchtop Programmer main units STATUS light is illuminated

continuously (not blinking), then the unit needs its firmware to be reprogrammed. Only

when the STATUS is illuminated continuously (not blinking) can you select Update Firmware

from the Tools..


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MODE 2 - OPERATING IN DRBIIIWINFLASH IIIn order to operate in DRBIIIWinFlash II mode, the PC and the DRBIII must communicate.

Establishing communication between DRBIII and PC.1. Connect the DRBIII to the PCs serial communications port using the null modem cable.

2. Remove any PCMCIA card from the DRBIII.

3. From the DRBIII Main Menu, select Run Memory Card Program (Option 5).

4. Select Attempt Serial Communication (Option 1) on the next menu. Take no action when the DRBIIIscreen displays, " No Memory Card Detected. Attempt Serial Communications Link. Press Page

Back to Exit."

5. From the computer, open the Benchtop Programmer / DRBIIIWinFlash application.

6. Select DRBIII WinFlash II in the Mode menu. The application should display DRB Connectedin green. The DRB III is now ready to accept files from the PC.


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Reprogramming the vehicle control module

There are two methods of reprogramming the vehicle control module in DRBIIIWinFlash II mode.

Each technique is described in the sections below.

Technique 1 Specify Model Year, Body and Engine

1. With the DRBIII and PC communicating, select the Model Year, Body and Engine to display all

available updates.


3. Verify the corresponding Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) number to the selected update.

Additional TSB's are available by clicking the drop down list.

4. Click the CD Download button to send the files to the DRB III.

NOTE:

If there are no software updates for the Model Year, Body and Engine combination that you have

selected, the following message will appear. Click the Ok button and specify a different

combination.:


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Technique 2 Specify Part Number(s)

1. With the DRBIII and PC communicating, enter the part number(s) in the Part Number field.

2. Click the Look-up PNbutton to display the attributes of the controller part number.


4. Verify the corresponding Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) number to the selected update.

Additional TSB's are available by clicking the drop down list.

5. Click the CD Download button to send the files to the DRB III.


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Storing the Vehicle Controller Flash

The vehicle controller flash can be stored to a PCMCIA card (memory card) by changing the DRBIII

drop down list. Otherwise, set the option to default DRB III. The default option will store the files on

the DRB III's internal memory for approximately 8 hours.

Using a PCMCIA Card

1. .Enter the controller part number or select Model Year, Body and Engine.

2. Select the superseding part number or updated vehicle controller flash in the table grid

3. Select SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or FLASH Card in the drop down list.

4. Select the memory card size. The application tracks the memory size of the flash updates selected.The message 0K of 0K Bytes Used will change as selections are made.


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Internet Vehicle Controller Flash

Vehicle controller flash can be accessed via the Internet. A user name and password is required to login to

the MDS2002 website. A link is provided in the Corporate International Operations Network (CINON)website.

1. Using the Internet, connect to the DaimlerChrysler Corporation, MDS2002 website. Please refer to

page 27 for details.

2. After saving the Internet vehicle controller flash, open the Benchtop Programmer /DRBIIIWinFlash application.

3. Select DRBIIIWinFlash in the Mode menu.

4. Click the Internet Download button to display all the controller flash updates that were saved

in the C:\ccflash\ccdata folder.


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6. Click the Download button to send the files to the DRB III.

7. Click the Exit button to close the Web Download box.


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Accessing Internet Vehicle Controller Flash

1. Using the Internet, connect to the DaimlerChrysler Corporation, MDS2002 website via the CINON

website: https://extranet6.daimlerchrysler.com/restricted/intnl/ipn/dealerapps.jsp?group=ingso

2. From CINON, select the link, International MDS2002.

3. Enter your User Name and Password.


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4. Select the option; Click here to enter MS2002.

5. Choose the Year, Model and Engine or enter the vehicle identification number (VIN) in the SelectVehicle tab

6. Click the Submit button to display the entered attributes.

7. Select the Flash tab.


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9. Two files will be downloaded from the website. The first is of type flbin and the second of type flpart.

Click the Download button to continue.

10. Click the OK button to confirm.


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11. Choose the option "Save this file to disk" and click the OK button.

12. Save both file types under C:\ccflash\ccdata folder.

13. Click the Close button to complete.

14. Exit from the MS2002 website.


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Appendices

Benchtop Programmer Front Panel Indicators

The front panel is equipped with indicator lights. The operational meanings are given in the table below:

Symbol Meaning Interpretation

SCI I/II DaimlerChrysler Engine

Serial Communications

Interface

When illuminated, the unit is communicating to a

control module using the Serial Communications

Interface Protocol.

ISO International Standards

Organization 9141 Protocol


control module using the ISO 9141 Protocol.

CCD Chrysler Collision Detection When illuminated, the unit is communicating to a

control module using the Chrysler CollisionDetection Protocol.

J1850 SAE Recommended Standard

J1850 Protocol


control module using the SAE J1850 Protocol.

PWR Power When illuminated, the unit is powered.

STATUS Status When blinking on and off, the unit is operating

properly in NORMAL mode. When illuminated

solid, the unit is in BOOTSTRAP mode that is

necessary to program the unit.

TXD Transmit Data When illuminated, data is being transmitted to the

PC.

RXD Receive Data When illuminated, data is being received from the

PC.


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Benchtop Programmer Troubleshooting

The following table may be help resolve problems with the operation of the Benchtop Programmer

system or installation.

Symptom Possible Cause(s)

Power light on front panel of main unit will not illuminate Power adapter is notplugged in to an active

outlet

Power adapter is notplugged in to the main unit

Fuse is blown

Cannot establish communications to Benchtop

Programmer main unit from PC Incorrect comm. Port

selected

Null Modem cable not

firmly connected toBenchtop Programmer or

PC

Status light on front panel is illuminated solid (not

blinking)

Benchtop Programmer main unit

firmware needs to be updated or is

being updated

Cannot communicate with vehicle control module. The

following screen may appear:

Cable is not firmly

connected to the controlmodule

Cable is not firmlyconnected to the Benchtop

Programmer main unit.

Defective control module

A previous flash sessionfailed and the Benchtop

Programmer software in

unable to automatically

determine the controller

type.


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Technical Support

For assistance with the Benchtop Programmer / DRBIIIWinFlash II, please contact:

Reymond R. Oyson

DaimlerChrysler Corporation

Dealer Technical Operations

Direct line : (248) 944-2647

Tline: 754-2647

Fax: (248) 944-3081

Email: r r o 5 @dcx.com

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