Shimano SM-PCE1 Reference guide

(English) HM-G.3.3.0-00
Help Manual
(General Edition)
Thank you for purchasing Shimano products.

This instruction manual explains the operation of the E-TUBE PROJECT.
Be sure to read this manual before use in order to fully utilize the
functions.
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In order to use E-TUBE PROJECT, the SM-PCE1 or SM-BCR2 interface is
required.
Check the following support site for the latest support information.
http://e-tubeproject.shimano.com

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................................3
ABOUT E-TUBE PROJECT .............................................................................................................................4
LINKS TO MANUALS (BY CATEGORY).........................................................................................................6
CONNECTING THE SM-PCE1 ........................................................................................................................6
For normal connections ...........................................................................................................................6
If there are no spare terminals................................................................................................................7
If the cable is built in the frame..............................................................................................................8
HOW TO CONNECT SM-BCR2......................................................................................................................9
Connecting to the terminal section ........................................................................................................9
LAUNCHING AND CLOSING THE E-TUBE PROJECT ...................................................................................10
Launching the E-TUBE PROJECT ............................................................................................................10
Closing the E-TUBE PROJECT .................................................................................................................11
ABOUT THE E-TUBE PROJECT OPERATION SCREENS................................................................................12
Bicycle selection screen..........................................................................................................................12
Main menu screen..................................................................................................................................13
Menu bar................................................................................................................................................14
Menu screen ...........................................................................................................................................16
Chart window.........................................................................................................................................17
EACH FUNCTION OF E-TUBE PROJECT ......................................................................................................19
Functions available in all series .............................................................................................................19
ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT ..........................................................................................................................32
REGISTERED TRADEMARKS AND TRADEMARKS......................................................................................32

INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION
This operating manual contains instructions for operating E-TUBE PROJECT.
In order to fully utilize the functions of E-TUBE PROJECT, please read this manual thoroughly before
use.
Note
Once a connection check is started, never connect or disconnect the battery or unit before the
completion of the operation or E-TUBE PROJECT. If this is not observed, it may damage the
SM-PCE1 / SM-BCR2 or the other units.
Never attempt to change the contents of the firmware files or the filenames. If you do this, it will
not be possible to update the firmware correctly, and problems may occur with the units after
carrying out firmware updates.
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NOTE
When connecting the SM-PCE1 / SM-BCR2 to the PC, connect it directly to the USB port of the PC,
without using an intermediate device such as a USB hub.
Make sure that the PC does not switch into standby while you are carrying out operations such as
updating the firmware.
If the PC switches to standby, E-TUBE PROJECT processing will be interrupted and the screen
display will return to the main menu screen.

ABOUT E-TUBE PROJECT
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ABOUT E-TUBE PROJECT
E-TUBE PROJECT is an application for use in the maintenance and error check of the various units.
The following is the supported unit.
<ROAD>
ULTEGRA 6770 series
ULTEGRA 6870 series
ULTEGRA R8050 series
DURA-ACE 9070 series
DURA-ACE R9150 series
<MTB>
FOX Float iCD suspension
XTR M9050 series
XT M8050 series
<URBAN/CITY>
ALFINE S705 series
<
E8000>
SHIMANO STEPS E8000 series
< E6000>
SHIMANO STEPS E6000 series
<DI2 Adapter for other E-BIKE system>
DI2 Adapter

ABOUT E-TUBE PROJECT
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The main functions are as follows.
When using SM-PCE1
Functions
Details
Connection check
The function is to check that each unit is connected correctly and is recognized by PC.
Customize
This function allows you to customize the global functions and operations of
the system to suit your needs.
Error check When a single unit or multiple units are connected, this function checks
their operation and identifies any units which have a problem.
However, this does not mean that all such problems can be discovered. In
addition, the function does not fix any problems which are discovered.
Update firmware
This function is used to update the firmware for each unit.
(The firmware is downloaded via the Internet.
）
Preset This function allows you to connect one or more units and read or write all the
settings of those units at a time. The readout settings can be saved in a file.
The settings can also be successively written to multiple bicycles.
Unit log acquisition
(only for E-BIKE
category)
Acquires various kinds of data from the units and display it in a report
format. In the report, you can check the settings of each unit and the
battery status.
Complete Setup
Disconnect the unit from the computer. The unit may not operate properly
before this operation is completed. Even when E-TUBE PROJECT is exited,
the connection to the PC is disconnected.
When using SM-BCR2
Functions
Details
Connection check
The function is to check that each unit is connected correctly and is
recognized by PC.
Customize This function allows you to customize the global functions and operations of
the system to suit your needs.
Update firmware
This function is used to update the firmware for each unit.
(The firmware is downloaded via the Internet.
）
Preset This function allows you to connect one or more units and read or write all the
settings of those units at a time. The readout settings can be saved in a file.
The settings can also be successively written to multiple bicycles.
Complete Setup
Disconnect the unit from the computer. The unit may not operate properly
before this operation is completed. Even when E-TUBE PROJECT is exited,
the connection to the PC is disconnected.

LINKS TO MANUALS (BY CATEGORY)
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LINKS TO MANUALS (BY CATEGORY)
Click the following link to go to each category.
ROAD
MTB
URBAN/CITY
E6000
E8000
DI2 Adapter for other E-BIKE system
CONNECTING THE SM-PCE1
When connecting the SM-PCE1 to the PC, connect it directly to the USB port of the PC, without using
an intermediate device such as a USB hub.
For normal connections
Connect SM-PCE1 to an unused terminal section.

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If there are no spare terminals
Disconnect one of the cables from the SM-JC40, and connect the SM-PCE1 in its place.

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If the cable is built in the frame
Disconnect the cable from SM-EW67-A-E, mount SM-JC41 in its place, and connect SM-PCE1 to the
spare terminal.
*
SM-JC41 to be added is separately required.
SM-JC41

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HOW TO CONNECT SM-BCR2
When connecting SM-BCR2 to a PC, connect it to a USB port on the PC without using a USB hub or
other similar devices.
Connecting to the terminal section

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LAUNCHING AND CLOSING THE E-TUBE PROJECT
Launching the E-TUBE PROJECT
After installing E-TUBE PROJECT, double-click the E-TUBE PROJECT shortcut icon on the desktop which
was created during the installation procedure.
If the PC is connected to the Internet after bicycle selection, the update information of E-TUBE
PROJECT and the firmware of each component is checked. The latest information on E-TUBE PROJECT
can be obtained at any time.

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Launching requirements
In order to use E-TUBE PROJECT, the SM-PCE1 / SM-BCR2 must be connected to the PC.
When the SM-PCE1 / SM-BCR2 connection request dialog box is displayed, connect the
SM-PCE1 / SM-BCR2 to the PC using the USB cable.
Closing the E-TUBE PROJECT
Select [Exit] from the [File] menu on the menu bar. Alternatively, click the close button in the
top-right corner of the application screen.
When the Exit confirmation dialog box is displayed, click [OK] to close E-TUBE PROJECT.
*
E-TUBE PROJECT cannot be closed while firmware updating is still in progress.

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ABOUT THE E-TUBE PROJECT OPERATION SCREENS
Bicycle selection screen
Refer to the following manual for the operating procedures when using a single unit connection.
HM-S P. 3 . 3.0-00.pdf
Select the bicycle type used or single unit connection.
1. Bicycle type
2. Single unit connection
1
2

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Main menu screen
When a bicycle is selected, the main menu screen will be displayed. The main menu screen is
comprised of the following 1 to 3.
1. Menu bar
2. Menu screen
3. Chart window
(Main menu screen)
2
3
1

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Menu bar
This contains the various operations that are carried out by the E-TUBE PROJECT.
File
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Exit
This closes E-TUBE PROJECT.
Setting
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Application settings
Configure the Exit confirmation dialog setting that is used when E-TUBE PROJECT is exited.
Change the settings in the [Application settings] dialog.
Click [OK] to exit application settings.
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Language setting
Set the language to use in E-TUBE PROJECT.
When you change the language, the Re-launch confirmation dialog box will be displayed.
Change the language setting and click [Yes]. E-TUBE PROJECT is then automatically restarted.
If you click [No], the language will be changed the next time you launch E-TUBE PROJECT.
You can select from the following languages.
•English
•French
•German
•Dutch
•Spanish
•Italian
•Chinese
•Japanese
*Depending on the selected vehicle type, the desired language may not be available. In that case,
English is used as the language of the screen text.

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Help
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Manual help
This displays the E-TUBE PROJECT manual (this document).
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E-TUBE PROJECT latest version check
This function checks whether an updated version of E-TUBE PROJECT is available for downloading.
When a new version is available, the following screen will be displayed. When [Yes] is selected, the
latest version of E-TUBE PROJECT will be downloaded. After that, follow the on-screen instructions to
carry out the upgrade.
*
The PC needs to be connected to the Internet for this check to be carried out.
If your E-TUBE PROJECT is the latest version, check whether a new version of the firmware of each
component has been released. When a new version is available, it will be automatically downloaded.
*
When there is no firmware that can be downloaded, the message will be displayed.
The firmware files which have been downloaded will be stored in the following folders.
Firmware can be updated even on a PC that is not connected to the Internet by copying the firmware
files.
These folders are created automatically when the E-TUBE PROJECT is installed.
These folders are hidden. To display them, the Windows settings need to be changed.
Version Save destination
Windows 7 C:¥ProgramData¥E-tube Project¥FW
Windows 8 C:¥ProgramData¥E-tube Project¥FW
Windows 10 C:¥ProgramData¥E-tube Project¥FW
*
Never attempt to change the contents of the firmware files or the filenames. If you do
this, it will not be possible to update the firmware correctly, and problems may occur
with the units after carrying out firmware updates.

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Version information
This displays the version of E-TUBE PROJECT which is currently being used and the operating
environment in the [Version information] dialog box.
Menu screen
The description of each operation appears. Following the displayed description, perform the
operations of the E-TUBE PROJECT.
Only connection check and preset are available in the main menu screen. Functions other than
connection check and preset become available after connection check is completed successfully.

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Chart window
This screen shows the unit status and data while the E-TUBE PROJECT is being used.
Unit status
The statuses of connected units are displayed in the chart.
The unit status displays are as follows.
View Unit status
Illuminated green box Connected
Flashing green box Selected
Flashing green Processing
Illuminated green Processing result: Normal
Flashing red Processing result: Problem
Illuminated yellow Firmware update available

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Unit data
The following data for the units which are connected is extracted and displayed.
If you click on the icon for a unit, the unit name (model number) and firmware version for that unit
will be displayed.
*
The box containing this data can be moved by dragging it with the mouse.

EACH FUNCTION OF E-TUBE PROJECT
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EACH FUNCTION OF E-TUBE PROJECT
Functions available in all series
Connection check
The function is to check that each unit is connected correctly and recognized by PC.
Perform unit recognition and check that all connected units are recognized correctly. When all units
are recognized correctly, all functions other than connection check become available. Available
functions vary by bicycle type.
If a unit recognition failure occurs, the electric wire may not be connected correctly or may be
defective. In that case, the error check is activated consecutively. Perform operations in accordance
with the instructions on the screen.
Customize
The function is to make various unit settings. Items that can be set differ depending on each unit.
1.
Click [Customize] on the main menu screen.
2.
The available menus corresponding to the unit(s) connected to PC appear. For details on each
menu, refer to the function description page of each series.

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Error check
When a single unit or multiple units are connected, this function checks their operation and identifies
any units which have a problem.
Click [Error check] in the main menu screen to move to the error check screen.
Select the unit where its error check is performed and click [Start diagnosis]. The error check of the
selected unit is started. Perform operations following the instructions on the screen.
*
If you click [Skip], the diagnosis operations for the unit which is currently being diagnosed will be
skipped.
1.
Click [Error check] in the main menu screen.