Curtis 1238SE - Appendix C: Programming Devices; Programming Devices

APPENDIX C
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APPENDIX C
PROGRAMMING DEVICES
Curtis programmers provide programming, diagnostic, and test capabilities for the controller. e
power for operating the programmer is supplied by the host controller via a 4-pin connector. When
the programmer powers up, it gathers information from the controller.
Two types of programming devices are available: the 1314 PC Programming Station and the 1313
handheld programmer. e Programming Station has the advantage of a large, easily read screen;
on the other hand, the handheld programmer (with its 45×60mm screen) has the advantage of being
more portable and hence convenient for making adjustments in the eld.
Both programmers are available in User, Service, Dealer, and OEM versions. Each programmer can
perform the actions available at its own level and the levels below that—a User-access programmer
can operate at only the User level, whereas an OEM programmer has full access.
PC PROGRAMMING STATION (1314)
e Programming Station is an MS-Windows 32-bit application that runs on a standard Windows
PC. Instructions for using the Programming Station are included with the soware. In addition,
the Curtis 1309 Interface box with a computer-side USB and controller-side 4-pin serial Molex
connection is required for the 1314 PC Programmer.
HANDHELD PROGRAMMER (1313)
e 1313 handheld programmer is functionally equivalent to the PC Programming Station; operating
instructions are provided in the 1313 manual. is programmer replaces the 1311, an earlier model
with fewer functions.
PROGRAMMER FUNCTIONS
Programmer functions include:
Parameter adjustment — provides access to the individual programmable parameters.
Monitoring — presents real-time values during vehicle operation; these include all inputs and outputs.
Diagnostics and troubleshooting — presents diagnostic information, and also a means to clear the
fault history le.
Programming — allows you to save/restore custom parameter settings.
Favorites — allows you to create shortcuts to your frequently-used adjustable parameters and
monitor variables (1313 only).