so you just recieved a programmer and want to know how to load an email to tune it

tarajerame · #1 10-19-2009, 05:41 PM

so you just recieved an SCT Xcal3 or Livewire programmer and want to know how to load an email to tune it so you can program your truck...

#1 - save the .cef file to your computer, by right click and selecting "save as" then save it someplace you will remember it (I use a folder for tunes and datalogs)

#2 - ensure you have the latest drivers and software from sctflash.com and you have the needed USB cable

the Xcal2 is on the left and the Xcal3 is on the right

#3 - plug your device into your computer (the screen should light up)

#4 - open your live link program

and this should open up

#5 - select "load custom tune file"

DO NOT SELECT THIS ONE (it's not for this process)

#6 - select the location on the device (spot 1,2 or 3) hit OK and let it the tune load into the device

then you will see this window

click proceed and the computer and device will do the rest

#7 after it's done, unplug your device from your computer and head out to your truck

I will add onto this tomorrow for the step by step to load the tune into the truck

then we'll get into datalogging

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tarajerame · #2 10-20-2009, 02:37 PM

this covers the xcal3 and livewire and basicly the xcal2 as well

I would like someone with a gryphon to do the same write up so we can cover the popular tuning devices

tarajerame · #3 10-21-2009, 05:34 PM

as soon as I get my next tune, I'll take some pics of the loading process and what to do at the vehicle

mblouir · #4 11-05-2009, 01:12 AM

How to load custom tunes to a PHP Gryphon Programmer:

1. Make sure Bill from PHP is done with your tunes (he will let you know). If you currently have the Gryphon in the vehicle with canned tunes program the vehicle back to stock before attempting to update it. Failure to do so will cause the updates to fail.

2. From this page download Pegasus v2.01.0575 (version may vary) and the Pegasus Installation and Quick-Start Users Guide.

3. Read the Pegasus Guide to get familiar with the program. It installs like any regular Windows program. Install it now.

4. Gather your necessary materials: computer, mini-usb cable, and Gryphon programmer.

5. Plug the Gryphon unit into the computer using the mini-usb cable. The screen will light up (in my case, it turned red).

6. Open the Pegasus Update Client that you installed in Step 3. The Gryphon screen will change colors (in my case, it turned green).

7. From the top menu select Updates and from that drop-down menu select Targeted Functions. DO NOT select "Gryphon Update Manager" here.

8. The unit will begin the update and will show you the progression as it updates (first picture). After the updates are complete you should see what is in the second picture. At this point, you can simply unplug the Gryphon from your PC. On 97-03+04H--Sometimes when custom tunes get downloaded to the gryphon there will be a message when done. It will read "Connecting to Bridge". Simply ignore it and unplug the Gryphon from the USB cable.

9. There will be three warning screens the first three times the Gryphon starts up. Simply press Enter on the Gryphon to pass the screen. After the third warning it will not show up unless you do another update. It is nothing to worry about.

10. Put the Gryphon back in the truck and plug it in. Very simple to do. Note: Before programming, be sure to keep electrical devices (cell phones, etc) away from the unit to prevent any interference. Make sure your battery is fully-charged. Also turn off all unnecessary accessories (radio, A/C, etc). In the words of a wise man:

Quote:

Originally Posted by JackandJanet

The bottom line during programming is: you want the truck to be in a non-demanding environment temperature and electromagnetic interference wise and with an electrical system that's putting out full power.

11. Select Power Programming.

12. Choose the level you want. I chose 93 performance.

13. During the first programming session, you will be given the choice of "Creating a Custom Program". It is best to skip this option the first time so that the Gryphon can build its stock files properly. If you want to adjust something like the Tire Size to correct your speedometer readings, you would go ahead and choose this option in later Power Programming sessions.

14. Warning: DO NOT turn the ignition off or start the engine until programming is complete. After it is complete she's clear to start.

**JackandJanet** · #5 11-12-2009, 08:44 PM

Everyone, I'd like to respectfully ask that posts to this thread stay on topic. I'm going to see if I can move daolf's question and the answers to a new, different thread and whenever tarajerame finishes his "install" portion, I'd like to strip out all the extraneous stuff (including my posts) and then I'll "lock" it. I believe it will be much more valuable this way.

If, tarajerame or mblouir, either of you feel the need to add to anything after it's locked, all you have to do is PM a Moderator.

I know this is a work in progress, so any suggestions to the current contents as long as they're on topic, such as the one from 88racing, are entirely welcome!

- Jack

mblouir · #6 11-13-2009, 12:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JackandJanet

Everyone, I'd like to respectfully ask that posts to this thread stay on topic. I'm going to see if I can move daolf's question and the answers to a new, different thread and whenever tarajerame finishes his "install" portion, I'd like to strip out all the extraneous stuff (including my posts) and then I'll "lock" it. I believe it will be much more valuable this way.

If, tarajerame or mblouir, either of you feel the need to add to anything after it's locked, all you have to do is PM a Moderator.

I know this is a work in progress, so any suggestions to the current contents as long as they're on topic, such as the one from 88racing, are entirely welcome!

- Jack

Great idea. That's why when the thread first started I asked for my other posts to be deleted. Kill the fluff.

Quote:

Originally Posted by TruckGuy24

I will add from reading on the PHP site... keep your cell phone or other such devices away from the truck while doing this because it can potentially cause interference.

Added, thanks!

For anyone else: if the thread is locked and you think something should be added to the Gryphon section just PM me.