Not sure why that's there, but O.K....
No reason not to trust it, but SCT has them on their site, and it does get updated, from the horses' mouth.
http://sctflash.com/downloads.php
You will have to sort through the one page to find what you need (otherwise this thread has to be updated and that defeats the purpose!).
Helpful ****e:
Important: If you ever have to use your XCal2 to connect to a computer, download and install the XCal2 drivers from the site
BEFORE you plug in your XCal2. If your XCal2 is giving you errors or just acting "stupid" when you plug it in to your computer,
disconnect the USB cable from the XCal2, reload the drivers and start over. This isn't an SCT/XCal2 issue, it is a Windows/USB configuration issue.
Data-logging:
On device: see the standalone.pdf file (above) or on the sctflash.com downloads page and follow the directions. LiveLink3 (3.1.33 as of 1/12/07) is the software you need to load/run. This allows you to set up the datalog files on your XCal2. Do not put the file extension in the file name, it adds that for you, you are limited to 8 characters. The "note" is limited to 12 characters ('98ExplorSp)
Laptop Data-logging (or "pass-through"):
Easier, but bulkier. You use a USB cable to connect the device to your Laptop (that has the drivers saved to the desktop for easy reload!) and open "LiveLink3" and hit the "graph" looking icon. Select the points you want and you can make the file as large as your harddrive permits. Just don't try to email that to your dealer!!!
Saving the data-log:
Be sure to only save the file as a "
.csv" (Comma-Separated Values) otherwise
it will not work. If you
don't have MSOffice/Excel/OpenOffice or another program that uses .csv files on your computer, and you open it to "take a peek", you've corrupted the file. This is because when the file is "closed" it is resaved to a generic format. It won't do your dealer any good unless he changes the time line by pasteing in a known good one, this is a REAL PITA.
Updated XCal2's:
The latest XCal2 has larger memory for longer data-logs, a thicker (less rattling) case, new graphics and a backlit screen.
The latest firmware is ver1.15:
Press your down arrow until it comes to "device info" and hit select. If your version is less than 1.15 (i.e.: 1.7, 1.9, 1.11, 1.13...) then go to the site and download the latest firmware to your desktop. Download and install LiveUpdate2, and run it. When the program comes up, "Browse" to the firmware on the desktop and
Click "BACK UP FILES" to save your tunes!, otherwise they are gone for good.
"Playing" with your XCal2:
You can use a USB cable (AFTER you've loaded the drivers) to power up your XCal2, so you don't even need the vehicle to test it out/play with the controls. The USB power will fire up the XCal2 and allow you to browse all the menus and check its status. If you are buying a USED XCal2, this is very helpful as you can determine its status before you do anything else.
The USB cable is a "A/B" cable, with one standard end and one square end. They are normally less than $10 and you don't need a long one or one with gold plated ends. It doesn't have to be a "USB2.0 Certified" cable, as USB is USB, it is a marketing gimmick, all the cables are backwards compatible to USB 1.0/1.1.
"Other vehicles":
You can NOT program more than one vehicle with the XCal2, it is "VIN Locked" to prevent this, but you can use it to data-log, check the strategy or check/reset PCM codes on another vehicle, even if you have programmed your vehicle.
Isn't that sweet?
"Flashes remaining":
Again, press the down arrow until you come to the screen that says "reflashes". There are initially 5 flashes per box, so you can change it from vehicle to vehicle wthout getting a new box each time. [This can only be done by dealers, but is listed for your info.] If your dealer has to "format" the device to enable new features in the firmware/upgraded memory, you may get a box with 4 of 5 on it. Don't panic, it is common and not a big deal. If there are 3 or less, well....
Each VIN change is a "lost life". Once your box gets to 1, it is time to ship it to your dealer, so they can send it to SCT (It must have an RMA#) and they reset the counter (possible fee). This is a good time to check the firmware also!
"Staus":
"Unprogrammed" - If the tune files are blank and you get this, Ooops! This device is "slick", there is NOTHING programmed in it. You might want to call your dealer! If there are tune files, it just means it hasn't been used yet.
"Stock" - The factory PCM program is loaded on the PCM and you can work with the XCal2 as needed to program your vehicle, transfer vehicles or sell it to another person so they can have it programmed for their needs.
"Performance" - The SCT tune is uploaded to the PCM -
DO NOT update the firmware, programs or tunes until it is set back to "Stock" and you have verified it says "Stock". This unit is "Locked" to that vehicle and can not be reflashed or tuned for another vehicle until it is set back to "Stock". SCT can unlock this device for a
HEFTY Fee, again, through a delaer only as it needs an RMA#.
...I'll update this more when I get back to the house, this is off the top of my noodle...
