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2 Install Software
2.1 System Overview
Use the supplied USB drive or download link to install the PC tuning software. The PC software installation also includes
drivers for any supplied communication cables. Leave the cable unplugged from the PC until this process has completed.
Once software installation is complete, you can plug in the communication cable.
2.2 System Requirements
PC: 80386 or higher CPU
Operating System: Microsoft® Windows XP /Vista/Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10
Graphics: VGA
RAM: 2MB minimum
Hard Disk: 1 MB minimum
RS-232: A free COM port (#1, 2, 3 or 4 without conicting interrupts) is required. Use of a USB to RS-232 adapter is
required in the event your PC is only equipped with a USB port.
2.3 Congurable Tuning Software Installation
Option 1: Installation from Download Link
Visit the link below and download “TCM2800_Tuning-Install.exe” to your computer.
https://www.powertraincontrolsolutions.com/download/Released/Public/TCM2800_Tuning-Install.exe
1. Double click the downloaded le to begin the installation.
2. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the installation.
Option 2: Installation from USB Drive
1. Insert the supplied software on the USB into your computer’s USB port.
2. Open the contents of your USB drive.
3. Double click “TCM2800_Tuning-Install.exe”
4. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the installation
2.4 Connecting the Communication Cable
Executing the Software
To execute the program once it’s installed, click on the desktop shortcut open the software. The software is also installed
in the Start Menu Programs folder.
Special Notes
If the TCM is not connected and powered (key off) when the software is executed for the rst time, the software will be in
an ‘Ofine’ mode. Reference Figure 9. If the software is executed after the TCM is powered up (key on) and connected (by
the communication cable), communication will be attempted. You can also press the CTRL G keys to cause the software
to attempt communication with the TCM. Once controller installation has been completed, power on the controller from its
switched 12V source. With the communication cable connected, start the PC software. If everything has been installed
correctly, the software will automatically nd the controller and connect. This is indicated by the software background
turning blue and by a green icon on the Tool Bar. Reference Figure 10.
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