Curtis Instruments 1313 User manual

1313 Manual, p/n 38798
Rev. A: March 2011
© 2011 CURTIS INSTRUMENTS, INC.
1313
MODEL
CURTIS INSTRUMENTS, INC.
200 Kisco Avenue
Mt. Kisco, New York 10549 USA
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.curtisinstruments.com
HANDHELD
PROGRAMMER

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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW ................................................................................... 1
2. PROGRAMMER OPERATION ..................................................... 3
Connections ....................................................................................... 3
Powering Up the Programmer ............................................................ 4
Display Format ................................................................................... 5
Key Functions ..................................................................................... 6
3. MENU ORGANIZATION .............................................................. 8
Menu Structure .................................................................................. 8
Types of Menu Items .......................................................................... 9
The Nine Menus ............................................................................... 10
4. SYSTEM INFO MENU ............................................................... 11
5. PARAMETERS MENU ............................................................... 12
6. MONITOR MENU ....................................................................... 15
7. DIAGNOSTICS MENU ............................................................... 16
8. PROGRAMMING MENU ............................................................ 18
“Save CPF File” ................................................................................. 18
“Restore CPF File” ............................................................................ 22
9. FAVORITES MENU .................................................................... 24
10. HHP SETTINGS MENU ............................................................. 27
11. FILE MANAGER ........................................................................ 31
12. PLOT & LOG .............................................................................. 33
13. USING THE KEYBOARD ........................................................... 34
14. TAKING SCREENSHOTS .......................................................... 35
15. WORKING OFFLINE ................................................................. 36
16. UPDATING THE PROGRAMMER’S SOFTWARE ..................... 38
APPENDIX A: File Types
APPENDIX B 1313 Programmer Specifications

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OVERVIEW
The Curtis 1313 handheld programmer is used to configure Curtis motor con-
trol systems. With the programmer, you can adjust and save parameter settings,
monitor real-time data, and perform diagnostics and troubleshooting.
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Model 1313
Handheld Programmer.
High-resolution color LCD display . . .
Bright 45×60mm screen is easy to read, providing information at a glance. In
addition to menu-specific content, it continuously shows time/date, connection
status, and access level.
Easy navigation . . .
Screen displays and the programmer’s key layout are designed to work together
to provide intuitive navigation.
Convenient parameter adjustment . . .
You can easily adjust a wide range of parameters to customize vehicle performance.
These settings can then be saved as a unique .cpf file and stored. Multiple .cpf
files can be stored and restored as needed.
Real-time monitoring . . .
Values of monitored data variables are displayed in easy-to-read formats.
Diagnostics and troubleshooting . . .
Existing faults as well as all the accumulated faults in the system’s fault his-
tory file are listed in clear language. Suggestions for clearing each fault are also
provided.

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Plot and Log . . .
The plot and log programs allow you to look at variables over time, either in
graphical format or as data files you can upload in a spreadsheet program, such
as Excel.
Softkeys . . .
Three versatile softkeys provide multiple functions, depending on context.
Help function . . .
Help screens give descriptions of adjustable parameters, monitored variables,
and faults.
PC interface . . .
Files can be downloaded from a PC (onto an SD card or into the programmer
directly through its USB connector) for installation into the controller.
Upgrade . . .
The handheld programmer can upgrade its own software.
SD-card support . . .
An SD card provides additional memory capacity. This is where any screenshots
you take will be stored. SD cards can be used to deliver software upgrades, and
can be used in multiple programmers to install identical software.
Batteries . . .
Two AA batteries provide power for use without a connected system; they also
ensure that the programmer’s real-time clock keeps running.
Favorites . . .
The Favorites function allows you to create shortcuts to your frequently-used
adjustable parameters and monitor variables.
WARNING The control system can affect speed, acceleration, deceleration, dynamic stability, and
braking. If the control system is programmed incorrectly or outside the safe limits as determined
by the vehicle manufacturer, it can create a dangerous situation. Only the vehicle manufacturer
or an authorized service agent or dealer should program the control system.
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Is it OK to mention
Excel by name?

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PROGRAMMER OPERATION
This section describes how to use the handheld programmer.
Connections
The programmer has two connectors, one for communicating with the motor
controller and one for interfacing with a PC. It also has a battery compartment
and a memory card slot.
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System connector
Use this connector with the supplied cable to connect the programmer to the
motor controller.
USB connector
Use this connector with a USB cable to connect the programmer to a PC.
Batteries
A compartment on the underside of the unit holds two AA batteries. Power is
supplied to the programmer by the controller. The batteries in the programmer
keep its real-time clock running.
SD card
SD cards provide additional memory, and are a con-
venient interface between a PC and the programmer.
Note that the SD card must be inserted into the
programmer face down.
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SD memory card slot
connectors
battery compartment
(located on
underside)
USB connector–
–system connector
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Powering up the programmer
Connect the handheld programmer into the control system by plugging it into
the controller’s charger/programmer port.
The programmer automatically powers up, and displays this screen while
it loads information from the controller.
Once the programmer has uploaded the information from the controller, it
displays the Main Menu.
If the controller is not turned on when the programmer is connected, you can
power up the programmer by pressing the Power key; the message “No System
detected” will be displayed.

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In this example, pressing the “Select” softkey will open the System Info menu,
which is highlighted. The “Select” softkey opens whichever menu is highlighted.
Pressing the “Offline” softkey allows you to use the programmer when it is not
connected to a controller; see Section 15.
Access level
The handheld programmer is available in four access levels: OEM, Dealer,
Service, and User. Each programmer can access data at its own level and the
levels below it.
OEM
Dealer
Service
User
— icon indicating access level
softkey text line
— (optional) 1313 battery
state-of-charge
time and date
content area
(this example shows
the Main Menu,
which consists of
nine individual
menu icons)
To perform an action suggested in the
softkey text, press the blank softkey
located directly below it.
Display format
The high-resolution clarity of the LCD screen allows a wealth of information
to be displayed at once.
— green circle ( ) indicating connection to system;
red slash ( ) when not connected
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Key functions
The pushbutton keys on the programmer’s keypad allow you to navigate easily
through the menus.
Softkeys
These three keys are blank, because their function is context-specific. At any
given time, their function is shown directly above them on the LCD screen.
The symbol “»” indicates more options; pressing the softkey under the “»” will
scroll to another set of options.
Arrow keys
With these four keys you can scroll up and down, and right and left, within
the display. In the Main Menu, you can use the arrow keys to highlight one of
the menus; you then open the highlighted menu using the “Select” softkey.
Within menus (other than the Main Menu), the left-arrow key is used
to navigate backwards.
Within menus (other than the Main Menu), the right-arrow key is used
to navigate forwards—that is, to open highlighted submenus or items.
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power
arrow keys
softkeys
favorites main menu
help
+/- keys
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