Benchtop Programmer

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER
DRBIII
WINFLASH II
INSTALLATION AND
USER'S GUIDE
September 2003
Ver. 3.0
BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

Installation and Users Guide v3.0
TABLE OF CONTENTS
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODES OF OPERATION
SELECTING THE SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS PORT

MODE 1 - OPERATING IN BENCHTOP
.
Technique 1 - Read Part Number
Technique 2 - Specify Model Year, Body and Engine

Technique 3 - Specify Part Number
Internet Vehicle Controller Flash
Finding a Generic Controller Part Number ..

Updating the Benchtop Programmer Firmware ..
MODE 2 - OPERATING IN DRBIIIWINFLASH ..
Establishing communication between DRBIII and PC
Technique 1 - Specify Model Year, Body and Engine

Technique 2 - Specify Part Number(s)
..
Using a PCMCIA Card
..

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21
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24
25
ACCESSING INTERNET VEHICLE CONTROLLER FLASH .. 27

APPENDICES
. 31
BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER FRONT PANEL INDICATORS ..
31
BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER TROUBLESHOOTING
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32
TECHNICAL SUPPORT . 33

System Requirements
Before installing the software for the DaimlerChrysler Benchtop Programmer /
DRBIIIWinFlash II, ensure that the personal computer (PC) meets the following
minimum system requirements as well as the operating systems listed.
Hardware:
Intel 80486, 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
Windows NT 4.0 Workstation
Windows 98
Windows 95
(Administrators group)
NOTE:
Windows XP Home Edition is not supported.

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
DC Transformer
DB-9 Cable
Vehicle Control Module
DB-25 Controller Cables
Benchtop Programmer
ISIS Workstation
Benchtop Programmer connection.

1. Connect the null modem cable from the back of the Benchtop Programmer main unit (port
labeled RS232) to a serial communication port on the PC.
Benchtop Programm
RS232
DB9
15V DC
1 AMP
FUSE
2
2. Connect the DC transformer to a wall outlet and plug it to the back of the Benchtop
Programmer main unit.
3. Connect the appropriate control module cable from the module to be programmed to the front
of the Benchtop Programmer main unit (labeled Controller).
Benchtop Programm
Vehicle Connection
SCI I/II
ISO
CCD
J1850
PWR
STATUS
TXD
RXD
This completes the hardware setup. If the software has not yet been installed, proceed to the software
installation.

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:

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.

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.

6. Click the Next> button to accept the default program folder.
The installation progress bar is shown below:

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.

Operating Instructions
Whenever 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 and
DRB 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.

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.

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.

MODE 1 - OPERATING IN BENCHTOP

In 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 connector
cavities.
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 PN button . 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.

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

4. Click the Reprogram button 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.

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.

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 PN button to display the updates of the controller part number.

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.


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 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.

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.

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.

NOTE:
Not all part numbers have a generic equivalent. In cases where there is none, a message will be
displayed as shown.

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..

MODE 2 - OPERATING IN DRBIIIWINFLASH II

In 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 DRBIII
screen 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 Connected
in green. The DRB III is now ready to accept files from the PC.

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.:

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 PN button 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.

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.


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.

6. Click the Download button to send the files to the DRB III.
7. Click the Exit button to close the Web Download box.

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.

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 Select
Vehicle tab
6. Click the Submit button to display the entered attributes.

7. Select the Flash tab.

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.

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.

Appendices
Benchtop Programmer Front Panel Indicators
The front panel is equipped with indicator lights. The operational meanings are given in the table below:
Symbol
SCI I/II
ISO
CCD
J1850
Meaning
DaimlerChrysler Engine
Serial Communications
Interface
International Standards
Organization 9141 Protocol
Chrysler Collision Detection
PWR
STATUS
SAE Recommended Standard

J1850 Protocol
Power
Status
TXD
Transmit Data
RXD
Receive Data
Interpretation
When illuminated, the unit is communicating to a
control module using the Serial Communications
Interface Protocol.
control module using the ISO 9141 Protocol.
control module using the Chrysler Collision
Detection Protocol.
control module using the SAE J1850 Protocol.
When illuminated, the unit is powered.
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.
When illuminated, data is being transmitted to the
PC.
When illuminated, data is being received from the
PC.

Benchtop Programmer Troubleshooting

The following table may be help resolve problems with the operation of the Benchtop Programmer
system or installation.
Symptom
Power light on front panel of main unit will not illuminate
Cannot establish communications to Benchtop

Programmer main unit from PC
Status light on front panel is illuminated solid (not

blinking)
Cannot communicate with vehicle control module. The
following screen may appear:
Possible Cause(s)
Power adapter is not
plugged in to an active
outlet
Power adapter is not
plugged in to the main unit
Fuse is blown
Incorrect comm. Port
selected
Null Modem cable not
firmly connected to
Benchtop Programmer or
PC
Benchtop Programmer main unit

firmware needs to be updated or is
being updated
Cable is not firmly
connected to the control
module
Cable is not firmly
connected to the Benchtop
Programmer main unit.
Defective control module
A previous flash session
failed and the Benchtop
Programmer software in
unable to automatically
determine the controller
type.

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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BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

SELECTING THE SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS PORT

Technique 2 - Specify Model Year, Body and Engine

Finding a Generic Controller Part Number ..

Technique 1 - Specify Model Year, Body and Engine

ACCESSING INTERNET VEHICLE CONTROLLER FLASH .. 27

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

Intel 80486, 66 MHz or higher processor

16 MB of RAM (More memory improves performance)

50-MB available hard disk space

VGA or higher-resolution monitor

Mouse or pointing device

Serial communications port (COM)

Windows 2000 Professional (Administrators group)

Windows NT 4.0 Workstation

Windows XP Home Edition is not supported.

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

Benchtop Programmer main unit (Part# BTP00001)

DB-9 Null modem cable (Part #DNULL9F9F06)

SBEC control module cable (Part #SBEC018)

JTEC control module cable (Part #JTEC901)

ISIS CD-ROM Software Installation

Vehicle Control Module

DB-25 Controller Cables

Benchtop Programmer connection.

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

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

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

The following screen will appear:

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

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

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

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

The installation progress bar is shown below:

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BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

Selecting the Serial Communications Port

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BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

MODE 1 - OPERATING IN BENCHTOP

Reprogramming the vehicle control module

Technique 1 Read Part Number

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

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

Technique 2 Specify Model Year, Body and Engine

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

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

Technique 3 Specify Part Number

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

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

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

Internet Vehicle Controller Flash

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

5. Select the vehicle controller flash.

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

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

Finding a Generic Controller Part Number

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

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II

BENCHTOP PROGRAMMER / DRB III WINFLASH II