There are six drop down menus at the top of the T-Com™ WP interface.
Provides access to save or load files.
Permits the retrieval of previously stored calibration data from a disc file.
T-Com™ WP uses the .TCT file extension for calibration files. (The hot key for
this operation is 
.) Note: When working Off-Line, a calibration file must be
loaded before any configuration tables can be viewed.
Permits storage of calibration data to a disc file. (The hot key for this
operation is 
.)
To assist the user in calibration and monitoring, an array of sensors is available for display in any of the dashboards. All of the sensors have pre-programmed warning limits that will change the color of the sensor reading when the value exceeds these limits. Sensors are selected when editing a dashboard or when selecting an auto-trigger for data-logging.
The Edit Dashboards interface permits up to 15 custom dashboards to be configured in addition to the Global Dashboard, which, by default, contains all the available sensors. Simply highlight the desired sensor/sensors and click the Add button to place those sensors on the dashboard. Note: For best performance, keep the number of displayed sensors at 14 or less. When more than 14 are displayed, the data update rate decreases.
The name of each dashboard can also be customized by selecting the desired dash and clicking the Edit button.
Sensor Descriptions
| RPM | Actual Engine RPM (0-12,750) |
| BUMPUP | Bump stick A/D voltage to upshift |
| BUMPDN | Bump stick A/D voltage to downshift |
| SPARE | Not Used |
| MPH | Calculated Road Speed |
| Flags1 | Internal Diagnostics |
| Flags2 | Internal Diagnostics |
| Flags3 | Internal Diagnostics |
| Flags4 | Internal Diagnostics |
| PSM Fault | Error Codes |
| Gear Select | Selected Gear at Shifter |
| Line Press. | Line Pressure Duty Cycle (0 = max., 100 = min.) |
| TCC Press. | Torque Converter Lockup Duty Cycle (0 = max., 100 = min.) |
| TCC On | Torque Converter Lockup Flag |
| RPM Error | Internal Diagnostics |
| Perf. Mode | Economy/Performance Mode Flag |
| Upshift MPH | Must exceed MPH for the next upshift |
| Downshift MPH | Must drop below MPH for next downshift |
| TENTHT | Internal Diagnostics |
| TPS (%) | Throttle Position Sensor Position (0-100%) |
| TOT (°C) | Transmission Oil Temperature |
| MAP (kPa) | Not Used |
| Ignition (V) | Switched Battery Voltage |
| AUTOML | Auto/Manual - Bump stick Mode Flag |
| Act. Gear | Actual Gear the Transmission is in |
| filtrd_PAC | Internal Diagnostics |
| Shift Time(s) | Minimum time between shifts |
Permits the colors used for tables and to represent data to be customized. Simply double-click the color box beside the desired parameter, select a color and click OK.
Provides access to the various system configuration options and transmission operational parameters.
There are four discreet parameters that must be entered first in the Operational Parameters menu in order to properly configure the TCU for your application. These are Rear Tire Diameter, Rear Gear Ratio, Number of (engine) Cylinders and select the correct transmission being used. Note: It is also highly recommended to set your TPS parameters before test driving the vehicle.
These parameters and the others in this menu are manipulated as follows.
Allowable Limits: 12.0 - 35.0 inches
Enter the actual rear tire diameter (not wheel size) in inches. Used to accurately determine vehicle speed.
Use the handy calculator below by simply entering the numbers from your tire's sidewall. The example numbers would be for a P255/60R16 tire.
Allowable Limits: 0.0 - 25.0 seconds
Contains a default setting; no need to change. Must be set to a minimum of 0.5 seconds. Allows for time delay from shift signal to actual shift by transmission to avoid stacked shifts.
Allowable Limits: 0.0 - 25.0 seconds
Contains a default setting; no need to change. Must be set to a minimum of 0.5 seconds. Allows for time delay from shift signal to actual shift by transmission to avoid stacked shifts.
Allowable Limits: 50 - 100%
While this parameter contains a default setting, it's best to adjust this for your application. Determines what throttle position the TCU interprets as Wide Open Throttle to place the shift timing to RPM control. With the ignition on, key off, depress the accelerator to WOT and note the TPS reading on the dashboard. It's recommended that this parameter be set a couple percentage points below actual WOT. Example: The dashboard shows TPS at 85% at WOT. Enter 83% in this parameter.
Allowable Limits: 0 - 100%
While this parameter contains a default setting, it's best to adjust this for your application. With the ignition on, key off, note the TPS reading on the dashboard. It's recommended that this parameter be set a couple percentage points higher than actual idle position. Example: The dashboard shows TPS at 17% at idle. Enter 19% in this parameter. Note: This affects TCC Lock-up operation at idle. Also, the TCU will interpolate between your idle TPS setting and WOT TPS setting so that the part throttle shift schedule (TPS vs. MPH) can be determined.
Allowable Limits: 0 - 25 MPH
Contains a default setting; no need to change. This figure is the difference in upshift to downshift mph during part throttle driving; e.g., if the 2nd gear upshift occurs at 20 mph, then a downshift will not occur until the vehicle mph falls below 15 if this is set to 5 MPH. This is to prevent gear 'hunting' or busyness.
Ford Applications Only: Enter the number of teeth on the transmission output shaft that drive the speedometer driven gear. The VSS is used to accurately determine vehicle speed for part throttle shift scheduling.
Ford Applications Only: Enter the number of teeth on the speedometer driven gear that engages the output shaft. The VSS is used to accurately determine vehicle speed for part throttle shift scheduling.
Allowable Limits: 1.00 - 7.97
This is the actual rear gear ratio for the vehicle. Used to accurately determine vehicle speed.
Allowable Limits: 0 - 25%
Contains a default setting; no need to change. Defines the percentage increase of line pressure when the transmission is in Reverse.
Allowable Limits: 0 - 25%
Contains a default setting; no need to change. Defines the increase of line pressure curves when the performance mode is selected in the Econ/Perf wiring option.
Allowable Limits: 4, 6 or 8 cylinders only
Enter the number of cylinders in the engine. Used to determine proper engine RPM.
Select the appropriate transmission model for your application.
When the TCU interprets WOT based on the TPS settings (see Part Two-5.2.1.1.4), these shift parameters come into effect.
Allowable Limits: 0 - 12,750 RPM
In this menu you can enter the RPM that you desire for each gear change independently. You will find three boxes, one for each gear change; (1-2), (2-3) and (3-4).
Allowable Limits: 0 - 255 MPH
There are also three boxes determining downshifts at WOT. Enter the maximum MPH you desire for a forced downshift to the stated gear. The MPH must be below the specified amount before the transmission will allow downshift to the stated gear. Caution: If set too high for any given gear, you may float the valve springs or hit the engine rev-limiter.
These variables control the torque converter lock-up functions.
Allowable Limits: 10 - 255 MPH
Enter the MPH that you DO NOT want the torque converter lock-up to function below. Example: Entering 45 will prevent the TCC from operating below 45 MPH.
Allowable Limits: 1 - 255
This function only applies to the 4L80E/4L85E, which is equipped with a pulse-width modulated TCC solenoid. The smaller the number you enter in this field, the longer the amount of time between the solenoid starting to open and being fully open. The smaller the number, the softer the apply feel of the torque converter. Note: Although 1995 & later 4L60E/4L65E transmissions are equipped with a PWM TCC solenoid, it is operated as an on/off solenoid.
Allowable Limits: 0 - 25 seconds
Contains a default setting, no need to change. This provides a time delay between the converter lock-up apply and release. This prevents the torque converter from locking and unlocking in rapid succession, which is known as hunting. Once the torque converter is signaled to unlock, it will not apply lock-up again until the designated number of seconds has elapsed.
Checking this box enables the TCC to apply at WOT once the specified minimum MPH parameter is satisfied, bypassing any specified time delay. If not checked, the TCC will apply exactly according to all set conditions.
Contains a default setting, no need to change. This controls line pressure if the transmission is downshifted at too much speed for the selected gear to avoid harsh deceleration.
Used only when the Manual Shift Mode is selected (see Part One-2.2.11).
Contains a default setting, no need to change. Must be set to a minimum of 0.5 seconds. This is a time delay to prevent advancing more than one gear per shift within a set time period. This parameter has a .1 sec. resolution and allows for settings between 0-25.5 seconds.
This is to facilitate upgrades or options to the TCU through a file furnished by the manufacturer.
These tables enable you to edit individual pressure curves for each gear. This allows you to adjust the 'feel' of the shift relative to the TPS position. The number on the Y-axis is the percentage of duty cycle of the pulse-width modulated (PWM) solenoid that controls line pressure. The closer the number is to zero, the higher the line pressure. At zero, the solenoid is not bleeding off any pressure; thus the transmission will be operating at maximum line pressure. Typically, the user will want less line pressure at the lower throttle positions (lower percentage opening). This will provide for a smooth (mild) shift when the vehicle is being driven at an easy throttle position, building to a firmer (harsh) shift as the driver gives the vehicle more and more throttle. It is recommended that you increase the line pressure of he curves when installing torque converters with higher-than-OEM stall speeds.
Caution: Setting duty cycles to minimum line pressures on the force motor tables can result in slipping clutches/bands. Changes in the line pressure tables should be made in small increments to avoid severe transmission damage.
This table controls what gear the transmission is in at any given time as long as the TPS position is lower than the percentage designated as WOT (see Part Two-5.2.1.1.4). Decisions are a function of TPS position and road speed. Each curve can be edited to adjust the transmission shift timing to the vehicle or driver preference.
Use the 
key to move the cursor to the next curve. The
and 
keys (or 
keys) will increase or decrease the upshift MPH for a given throttle position.
The mouse can also be utilized to manipulate the shift timing curves. See Part Two-4.2.2 for more details.
The following types of changes can be made in all graphs. Multiplying, adding, subtracting and forcing values can be accomplished by doing the following.
To multiply by a certain percentage, right click the graph and select Percentage
Trim or use the following keystrokes. Hit the 
and 
keys simultaneously or 
.
The program will then prompt you for the percentage change. Example: 100 would
represent 100% (no change). For 10% more type 110 or for 10% less, type 90. Then
hit the 
key. This will automatically change the curve/graph.
To add a fixed amount, right click the graph and select Additive Trim or hit the
and the 
simultaneously. The program will then prompt you for the amount.
Enter the number and hit the
key to make the change take place.
To subtract a fixed amount, right click the graph and select Additive Trim or
hit the and the
simultaneously. The program will then prompt you for the
amount. Hit the minus or 
key, then the number and hit the
key to make the
change take place.
To force a value, simply type the number, followed by the
key.
To make more than one calibration change at a time, use the Highlight
function. First, select your starting point by clicking the desired X-value on
the curve. Next, while holding the
key, click the end point of your range.
The selected range will appear highlighted. Now click and drag the curve to the
desired values along the Y-axis.
Highlighting a range as above may also be done with the keyboard by selecting
the starting point, holding down the
key and using the 
&
keys.
Now use the above-mentioned functions to change the whole area at one time.
Hitting the 
or 
keys makes the cursor immediately traverse to the beginning
or the end of the curve/graph.
Any selected single point or data range can be copied by right clicking it and selecting Copy. This data can then be transferred to another location by right clicking the new location and selecting Paste.
Only works in online mode. Selecting Show Dash will allow the dash sensor values to be displayed underneath the current table. The desired dash can be specified by picking from the list under the Select Dash option. For additional information about configuring the various dashboards see Part Two-5.1.3.
Selecting this option or pressing 
displays the global dashboard containing
all the available sensors.
T-Com™ WP can be configured to communicate in one of two ways:
Direct serial port connection from a PC to the ECU
Internet connection from a remote PC to another PC connected directly to the ECU
Several communication options are available to the user by clicking on the Communications menu. Select Setup to configure the available communication options. Make sure the TCU is connected to the PC using the provided communication cable, and that the TCU is powered up.
The Communication Configuration window will open allowing the method of communication to be selected. The most common method used will be a COM port.
The settings under the COM Port tab will determine which COM port is utilized and the desired number of retry attempts If the "Online" message appears, the communication setup directions may be skipped from now on. If the "Online" message does not appear, make sure that the TCU is properly connected to the PC and verify that the COM port is functional and properly configured. The COM port configuration settings are located in the Windows Device Manager.
This command will attempt to establish communication between the PC and the TCU.
The 
key is a the hot key for this function. The status bar, on the bottom of
your screen, always displays the communication status on the right hand side.
When no TCU is connected or there is a communication error, the display will
appear as follows with a white X inside a red circle:
When the TCU is connected but Off-Line (not communicating with the TCU), the display will appear as follows with two red dots in the icon:
When connecting, there should be a progress bar at the lower right of the screen, and the word "Online" should appear at the bottom left corner when the progress bar finishes. Also, the two dots in the icon will turn green indicating send receive status of the active RS-232 port on the PC.
Re synchronizes the TCU with T-Com™ WP by testing for a valid device and reading the TCU memory into its buffers.
Internet Connection from a remote PC to another PC connected directly to the ECU
Note: One of the two PCs must be directly connected to the TCU as described above.
From the PC connected to the TCU:
Establish a connection to the Internet. Once this connection has been established, click the Start button on the Windows desktop, select 'Run...' and type WINIPCFG in the box that appears. This utility will display your IP address. You must inform the remote PC user of this IP address before you can communicate.
Start T-Com™ WP (if not already running) and go online with the TCU. Select Start Server from the Communications pull down menu.
From the remote PC:
Establish a connection to the Internet. Once this connection has been established, start T-Com™ WP. Select Start Server from the Communications pull down menu.
Under the "General" tab, select "Network" for the TCU communication method. Click the "Network" tab. On this screen, enter the IP address of the PC connected directly to the TCU.
If you are able to communicate successfully over the Internet, a chat window will appear. You may use this chat window to communicate with the other PC.
