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    Default Release Candidate 7, Dec 22, 2011

    Release Candidate 7 of the EFILive V7.5 and V8 software is available for download.
    Although we've released this software as a release candidate version, we highly recommend not using it in a production environment or in situations where failure cannot be tolerated because EFILive's support service will be closed over the Christmas break. We'll still be checking the forum and emails but we won't be able to resolve issues as fast as we normally do.

    Auto Update:

    This latest release candidate uses a new installer from Indigo Rose that is not compatible with the V7.5 and V8 software that has been installed with the QSetup installer.
    You must uninstall the current publicly released V7.5 and V8 software prior to installing this release candidate.
    The new installer supports auto updating but it will not be enabled until the full public release of the EFILive software.
    For now, please download and install this release candidate using the links below.

    Manual download/install available here:

    Important information
    Boot block and Firmware updates
    Please update your FlashScan and AutoCal boot blocks to V2.07.04 (Dec 13, 2011) and the firmware to V2.07.22 (Dec 13, 2011).
    The boot block update fixes a problem with AutoCal's LCD in low temperatures.
    The firmware version has deliberately been left at V2.07.22 so that customers can easily revert back to the existing publicly released V2.07.22 (Aug 24, 2011) firmware if this latest firmware causes problems.


    *.ctd v's *.ctz file format
    *.ctd (calibration tune data) files are no longer supported by the latest FlashScan and AutoCal firmware. The new file format supported by FlashScan and AutoCal is *.ctz (calibration tune zip) files. The V7.5 and V8 software will continue to allow you to open/read *.ctd files but you can only save files in the new *.ctz file format. This is only a concern for tuners that are sending tune files to their customers. If you want to send *.ctz files to your customers, then your customers must also have the latest V7.5 and V8 software installed and must also have their FlashScans and AutoCals updated with the latest firmware.

    Script Files
    Script files have been updated. The latest script files must be copied to FlashScan/AutoCal devices to maintain compatibility with the latest V2.07.22 (Dec 13, 2011) firmware.

    Known Issues:
    Issue #1
    Attempting to read a CMB/CMC controller using standalone reading (BBR) when no vehicle is connected to FlashScan/AutoCal may cause FlashScan/AutoCal to hang. In that case you should power cycle FlashScan/AutoCal to regain control.
    Issue #2
    AutoCal may become unresponsive to USB commands from the host PC after completing a BBF operation while still connected to the PC via USB.
    Issue #3
    E55 BBL does not work.
    Issue #4
    Disabling BTM on the Cummins may set a MIL with a checksum DTC, seems hit and miss.
    Issue #5
    When selecting documents via the Scan Tool Help menu, the documents selected by the user are not the documents that are actually displayed. For now, documents can be opened manually using Windows Explorer from the folder: \Program Files\EFILive\V7.5\Doc
    Issue #6
    Black Box Logging for LBZ/LMM controllers fails with "Unsupported PID". Download the updated firmware that fixes the problem. Unzip the downloaded file into the folder: \Program Files\EFILive\V8\Firmware and then use EFILive_Explorer to update FlashScan/AutoCal firmware.

    Reporting Issues:
    If you discover any problems/faults, please make a note of them in this thread.
    For urgent or complicated issues, please create a support ticket here: http://support.efilive.com/ (remember, over the Christmas break EFILive support services will be scaled back).

    What's new in this release candidate (since the August 24, 2011 public release):

    For those that don't want to trawl through the entire list, we've highlighted some of the more important/interesting updates.

    Initial beta release:
    • Added 2007-2009 Cummins 6.7 reading/editing/flashing beta support.
    • All timing tables for both Cummins engine types have the -20 degree timing offset fixed.
    • Cummins 5.9L ECM's now have additional transmission control tables.
    • When changing the VIN for a T43 transmission tune all instances of the VIN are updated instead of just one.
    • Fixed generation of DTCs when creating script files.
    • Fixed AutoCal not being able to program Cummins controllers.


    Changes in RC1:

    • Added Cummins fuel timing calculator. Access the fuel timing calculator by clicking on the [Calculator] button in the E2503 calibration.
    • Optimized Cummins 6.7 reading from 30 mins down to 9 mins (and removed warning for CMC that says it may take 30 minutes to read).
    • Display user friendly error message when OS data can't be found in *.dat files.
    • Added stoichiometry option to firmware (and Device settings window) to allow for AFR conversions of fuels with stoichiometric values other than 14.7.
    • When programing the Device Settings a "Programming Complete" message is now displayed.
    • Fixed CMC checksum calculation.
    • Display disabled checksums correctly in V8 (and V7 for CMB/CMC).
    • After updating AutoCal's firmware details using HAPI, display AutoCal's firmware details, not FlashScan's.
    • Added option to copy "data only" in V8 Calibration data window.
    • When a controller cannot be automatically detected, display a message to the user explaining that they need to select the controller manually.
    • LBZ/LMM files are now merged correctly with their operating system when opened in V8 (and removed LBZ/LMM warning about incomplete merge process).
    • When selecting controllers in the BBX setup, the caption is automatically set to the selected controller's code.
    • Changed installer. New installer will make updates simpler in future releases. Disabled online updates, they must be done manually for now...
    • Added Property settings to hide/show Quick Start columns in main Scan and Tune window. Columns can also be hidden/shown using the Quick Start right-click menu. The "Serial" and "Boot Block" columns are now hidden by default.
    • Splash screens in V7 no longer forcibly obscure other applications' windows.
    • Documents are no longer available via the start menu, instead they are listed under the Help menu in the EFILive software.
    • Added new E38 OS 12644905.
    • Added new E39 OS 12648907.
    • Updated CMB/CMC calibration definitions.


    Changes in RC2:

    • Fixed FlashScan/AutoCal not able to display *.ctz files prior to BBF operations
    • Changed EFILive_Explorer to validate *.ctz (and *.coz) files as valid instead of *.ctd files.


    Changes in RC3:

    • Fixed % button in fuel timing calculator. It was adding an absolute value instead of a percentage.
    • Fixed E78 and E83 full flash OS compatibility check.
    • Added OS compatibility check for CMC.
    • Changed V7.5 saving of *.ctd files to default to saving as *.ctz. Previously it was defaulting to saving *.ctd files as *.tun.
    • Fixed V8 installer to install the Options.txt file in the Config folder. Previously it was being installed above the Config folder
    • Fixed V8 installer to not create a desktop shortcut for EFILive_HAPI. Only a start menu shortcut is created for HAPI.
    • Changed the CMC read process in an attempt to increase high-speed reading stability. The read time has increased from about 9 minutes to about 12 minutes.


    Changes in RC4:

    • Fixed % button in all calibration editor windows. It was adding an absolute value instead of a percentage.
    • Fixed CMB/CMC BBR/BBF issues. You should expect to see the following timings:
      • CMB read 5:04
      • CMB flash 7:35
      • CMC read 13:00
      • CMC flash 4:23

    • As part of the CMB flash, three new "Checking Data File" messages are displayed after the file integrity has been verified, the messages are:
      • Locating Seg: 1/3
      • Locating Seg: 2/3
      • Locating Seg: 3/3 Locating the 3 segments in the tune file will usually take between 10-15 seconds.



    Changes in RC5:

    • Fixed E38 BBF process which was verifying *.ctz file twice.
    • Fixed LBZ/LMM DSP *.ctz tune files being accidentally converted back to stock tunes when loaded into V7.
    • Added E55 black box logging support.


    Changes in RC6:


    • Added error message to handle non-writable *.lbu files. With no error message, flashing can appear to fail for no apparent reason when the *.lbu file cannot be created or updated.
    • Fixed min % option in cummins fuel timing calculator.
    • Fixed AutoCal display corruption in cold temps - requires boot block to be updated to V2.07.04.
    • Added support for CMC OS 11620606
    • Added new E40 table B3671.
    • Added support for 2012 T43 Operating System 24261871.
    • Fixed H0101 out of range fault in some late model T42 Operating Systems
    • Changed FlashScan menu "F3: Licensing" to "F3 About..." to allow firmware details and license details to be on different menus.


    Changes in RC7:

    • Fixed buffer overflow during *.ctz file saving.
    • Fixed memory leak in Scan-Tune link synchronization.
    • Optimized file opening in V8 when the quick start file list is large and sorted by date.
    • Fixed bug that caused garbage data to be added to the end of the meta data in *.ctz files.


    Coming Soon:
    *.coz files (calibration only zip files) will soon be supported for BBx cal-only flash operations.
    *.coz files are much smaller than their *.ctz equivalents so many more can be stored on AutoCal. See image below for file size comparison.

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    Regards
    The EFILive Developemnt Team
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    Thanks for the update (so close to Christmas).

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    Merry Christmas!! Awesome job Ross and Paul!
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    Thanks guys!

    1207 HP / 1612 TQ

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    Thank you for the release, installing now

    Merry Christmas

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    In the scan tool, under "help", the tutorial links don't work.

    In the scan tool, I can't seem to choose PID groups.

    When I save files, they save as *.tun, not as *.ctz.
    Last edited by MQ105; December 22nd, 2011 at 07:38 AM.

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    got it all downloaded but when i go to flash with the v8, it dosnt show any of my files under "my documents". also, it says the checksum is disabled under the calibration verification. there is the option to update checksum, but the warnings sound like its not a good idea. any input is appreciated.

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    Don't mess with that check sum!

    All that means is that the tune file you are using was previously a "Returned to stock" file from a Smarty or a Bully Dog.

    They do not correctly set the check sums and in order to not screw up the way they do it, the check sum is disabled.

    Just leave it as is. It's not an EFILive error, that's a left over from when you set your truck back to stock with Smarty.

    It doesn't hurt anything, it's just another thing that had to be worked around in some of the dirty files.

    Anyone whose truck was "returned to stock" and their file is based off of that read will have this check sum disabled. Just leave it alone and do not update it.

    1207 HP / 1612 TQ

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    Quote Originally Posted by MQ105 View Post
    In the scan tool, under "help", the tutorial links don't work.
    Can you please check that the tutorial files have been installed.
    They should be in the folder:
    \Program Files\EFILive\V7.5\Doc\Tutorials (on Windows 32 bit systems)
    or
    \Program Files (x86)\EFILive\V7.5\Doc\Tutorials (on Windows 64 bit systems)

    Quote Originally Posted by MQ105 View Post
    In the scan tool, I can't seem to choose PID groups.
    Do you mean the PD groups that are available when selecting for Cummins diesel controllers?
    If so, make sure CMB or CMC is the selected controller (using File->Select Controller) and make sure the System drop down list box is set to "All".

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    Quote Originally Posted by olboyowl View Post
    got it all downloaded but when i go to flash with the v8, it dosnt show any of my files under "my documents". also, it says the checksum is disabled under the calibration verification. there is the option to update checksum, but the warnings sound like its not a good idea. any input is appreciated.
    Exactly what DoghousDiesel said.

    As for the files not showing up it is likely that the open file dialog box has its file filter set to "*.ctz".
    You won't have any *.ctz files yet. Change the drop down filter setting to "*.tun;*.ctd"

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