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WHEN USED WITH THE TDN APP MPVI3 FACE PLATE DESCRIPTION MPVI3 RGB STATUS LED DESCRIPTION TABLE MPVI3 BT (BLUETOOTH) LED DESCRIPTION TABLE MPVI3 STANDALONE DATA LOGGING & BLUETOOTH BUTTON PREPARING A NEW INTERFACE DEVICE FOR USE UPDATING DEVICE DRIVERS SYNCING THE INTERFACE...
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MPVI3 OVERVIEW OBD-II DEVICES RECOMMENDED USAGE AND CLEANING CONTACTING CUSTOMER SUPPORT OVERVIEW LOCATING THE DEBUG.DAT AND LICENSE.DAT FILES IN VCM SUITE HOW TO GENERATE A VCM SUITE INFOLOG HP Tuners, LLC Page 4 700 Eastwood Lane Buffalo Grove, IL 60089, USA...
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VCM Suite of applications, the MPVI3 provides the most inclusive scanning, logging, and calibration package in the industry. Using the MPVI3 with our TDN app for mobile devices, vehicle owners can read and scan their vehicles and then exchange the necessary tuning files with their selected tuner, whether the tuner is nearby or on the other side of the world.
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Tuners website or by emailing Support@hptuners.com. When submitting a warranty claim we will need the MPVI3 serial number, which can be found on the back of the MPVI. When submitting a warranty claim for any of the CORE harnesses, we will need a Proof of Purchase (original invoice and/or order number) and serial number.
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CONSEQUENTIAL, GENERAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THOSE RESULTING FROM LOST PROFITS, LOST DATA OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF A MPVI3 PRODUCT, WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY AND WHETHER OR NOT HP TUNERS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
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MPVI3 OVERVIEW REGISTERING YOUR DEVICE If you are using MPVI3 with the VCM Suite, you will need to register the device with HP Tuners. This allows you to purchase credits and additional features if needed. NOTE: If you are using your device with the TDN App, your selected tuner may purchase credits for you.
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8. Select the My Devices tab on your account page. You will find this tab located in the sidebar on the left side of the screen. 9. In the fields under the MPVI2/MPVI2+/MPVI3 heading, enter the serial number and the verification ID you received in Step 4.
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MPVI3 OVERVIEW 10. Click Import. A summary of the new device will appear below the fields you just filled out. NOTE: If you have registered multiple devices, look for the new device's serial number in the column on the left.
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See Connecting to a Vehicle (Page 12) for more information. M8 Connector. Used to connect additional sensors and CAN bus inputs via the ProLink+ cable from HP Tuners. See Pro Link+ (Page 21) for instructions. USB Type C interface. Used to connect to a Windows-based PC ...
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MPVI3 OVERVIEW CONNECTING TO A VEHICLE WHEN USED WITH VCM SUITE When used with VCM Suite, a USB connection to your PC is recommended: 1. Connect the larger end of the included USB cable to an available USB port on a laptop with VCM Suite Installed.
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WARNING: A 20A maximum size fuse is required ahead of the unit. Consult your vehicle owner's manual for the location and rating of the OBD port fuse. WHEN USED WITH THE TDN APP When used with the TDN app for mobile devices, the MPVI3 connects to your mobile ® via Bluetooth .
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MPVI3 OVERVIEW MPVI3 FACE PLATE DESCRIPTION Below outlines the legacy features on the face plate of the MPVI3, with a detailed description of each LED RGB (red, green, and blue) and bluetooth status icon. 1. MPVI3 Face Plate 2. M8 ProLink+ Screw on Connector 3.
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When over-voltage is detected , the RGB Status LED will become solid red and will remain solid red until voltage drops below 15.5v, then it will go back to solid green. Operating the MPVI3 with voltage over 15.5v can cause damage to the MPVI3.
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VCM Solid and standalone scanning. Indicates an error is detected in both VCM Blinking and standalone scanning. Indicates the MPVI3 is performing the task at Blinking Purple hand; reading, writing, and scanning the vehicles ECU. HP Tuners, LLC Page 16...
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MPVI3 FACE PLATE DESCRIPTION Color Description Image Indicates an update is in progress and the update will blink blue for the duration of the update. The RGB STAT LED will also blink blue when Blinking Blue the MPVI3 enters bootloader mode and...
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MPVI3 STANDALONE DATA LOGGING & BLUETOOTH BUTTON This button can be used to connect your bluetooth device to your MPVI3. This button can also be used to start and stop your standalone data logging. HP Tuners, LLC...
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PREPARING A NEW INTERFACE DEVICE FOR USE After unboxing a brand new HP Tuners interface device, you will want to make sure it is up to date with all of the latest files and firmware. The following steps will help you get started with your device and will also allow you to resync to get the newest updates.
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MPVI3 OVERVIEW HP Tuners, LLC Page 20 700 Eastwood Lane Buffalo Grove, IL 60089, USA...
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. To order, go to https://www.hptuners.com/product/pro-link-plus/. ADDING PRO LINK+ ANALOG INPUTS Up to two analog inputs can be added to the data stream received by MPVI3. Such connections use the following wires on the Pro Link+ cable: Wire Color...
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See the TDN App User Guide for instructions. ADDING PRO LINK+ CAN BUS INPUTS Messages from a 500 kbps CAN bus can be added to the data stream received by MPVI3. Connections of this type use the following wires on the Pro Link+ cable: Wire Color Description...
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Although, the MPVI3 may function well. with other devices of this type, we cannot guarantee that every such device will be supported. Contact HP Tuners Customer support for inquiries about specific devices. HP Tuners, LLC...
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MPVI3 OVERVIEW RECOMMENDED USAGE AND CLEANING Please note the following guidelines for use and care of MPVI3. Use of this device in any manner not specified by HP Tuners may impair the protections provided by the device. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS ■...
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CONTACTING CUSTOMER SUPPORT CONTACTING CUSTOMER SUPPORT OVERVIEW HP Tuners does not currently offer incoming phone support. The best way to reach create a ticket. If you prefer to speak with someone our Support Department is to on the phone, just let us know in the ticket and we'll call you back as soon as possible.
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MPVI3 OVERVIEW GENERATING AN INFOLOG 1. Click the VCM Suite Info button in either VCM Editor or VCM Scanner. NOTE: make sure your cable is connected to the vehicle and the vehicle's key is in the ON position before proceeding.
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To send an Info Log to our support staff for TDN Users: 1. Turn the vehicle key to the on position. 2. Connect your MPVI3 to the vehicle. 3. Tap the TOOLS icon to open the Setup / Tools Menu.
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