Downloads
Programming Utility Files
The following files can be downloaded in order to configure your InterMotive products. If you have any problems or questions, contact Tech Support.
Aftermarket Interface Module™ (AIM) Programming Utility
Instructions:
- Ensure you have the proper VCP driver installed.
- Update your computer to the latest Java version if necessary.
- Click on the button below, download the .zip file and open.
- Extract/save the enclosed folders or files to your computer.
- Confirm two files: AIM Programming Utility.exe and AIM.cfg. All files must be in the same directory to operate correctly.
- Double click the Programming Utility icon to start the application.
Firmware update 01/22/24
Blackout Module (BOM) Programming Utility
Instructions:
- Ensure you have the proper VCP driver installed.
- Update your computer to the latest Java version if necessary.
- Click on the button below, download the .zip file and open.
- Extract/save the enclosed folders or files to your computer.
- Confirm two files: Programming Utility.exe and rxtxSerial.dll. All files must be in the same directory to operate correctly.
- Double click the Programming Utility icon to start the application.
EcoLock (ECL) Programming Utility
Instructions:
- Ensure you have the proper VCP driver installed.
- Update your computer to the latest Java version if necessary.
- Click on the button below, download the .zip file and open.
- Extract/save the enclosed folders or files to your computer.
- Confirm two files: Programming Utility.exe and rxtxSerial.dll. All files must be in the same directory to operate correctly.
- Double click the Programming Utility icon to start the application.
EcoStar™ (ECO) Programming Utility
Instructions:
- Download the proper VCP driver for the USB to Serial download cable.
- Download the Tera Term program.
- Read step-by-step instructions on how to program settings on an InterMotive idle reduction system module.
FlexSpeak™ Programming Utility
Instructions:
- Ensure you have the proper VCP driver installed.
- Update your computer to the latest Java version if necessary.
- Click on the button below, download the .zip file and open.
- Extract/save the enclosed folder or file to your computer.
- Confirm file: FlexSpeak Programming Utility.exe
- Double click the Programming Utility icon to start the application.
- If using the Configuration Manager within the Programming Utility, select "FlexSpeak (VAM401)."
Firmware update 10/08/21
FlexSpeak™ ADA Talking Bus Programming Utility
Instructions:
- Ensure you have the proper VCP driver installed.
- Update your computer to the latest Java version if necessary.
- Click on the button below, download the .zip file and open.
- Extract/save the enclosed folder or file to your computer.
- Confirm file: FlexSpeak Programming Utility.exe
- Double click the Programming Utility icon to start the application.
- If using the Configuration Manager within the Programming Utility, select "Talking Bus (VAM403)."
Please ensure that you verify your module’s firmware version using the “GET” functionality in the programming utility prior to creating a VAM configuration. The configuration file versions are not compatible between firmware revisions.
Steps to Convert VAM Configuration version 1.0 to VAM Configuration Version 2.0
Version 1.0.8 of the Programming Utility supports loading of all configuration file formats for the conversion process. To convert VAM configuration version 1.0 to VAM Configuration Version 2.0 perform the following:
- Download and install version 1.0.8 of the Flexspeak Programming Utility
- load the VAM configuration version 1.0 into Flexspeak Configuration Manager after loading the master route list and selecting the Playlist directory.
- The programming utility should update the route configuration for each route. If the fields fail to update, repeat step 2.
- Verify that all data from the old configuration have been loaded and that the parameters match the required values.
- Save the configuration using the Configuration manager. When saving configuration files, it will automatically be updated to the VAM configuration version to 2.0 format.
Resources:
We recommend using these resources in the order listed below.
- Tutorial Videos
- A-VAM403-A Configuration Instructions (starting on page 4)
- Bus Stop Selector Talking Bus Web App
- VoiceMaker Text-to-Speech
- Online Audio Converter
- If applicable: Google Translate
FlexTech™ (PRPC) Programming Utility
Instructions:
- Ensure you have the proper VCP driver installed.
- Update your computer to the latest Java version if necessary.
- Click on the button below, download the .zip file and open.
- Extract/save the enclosed folders or files to your computer.
- Confirm three files: Programming Utility.exe, PRPC.cfg and rxtxSerial.dll. All files must be in the same directory to operate correctly.
- Double click the Programming Utility icon to start the application.
Firmware date 03/11/22
Intelligent Switch Module (ISM) Programming Utility
Instructions:
- Ensure you have the proper VCP driver installed.
- Update your computer to the latest Java version if necessary.
- Click on the button below, download the .zip file and open.
- Extract/save the enclosed folders or files to your computer.
- Confirm two files: Programming Utility.exe and rxtxSerial.dll. All files must be in the same directory to operate correctly.
- Double click the Programming Utility icon to start the application.
InterMotive Download Manager (IDM)
Description: The InterMotive Download Manager is used to download new firmware or configurations and is the easiest way to stay up to date.
Instructions:
- Click on the button below, download the .zip file and open.
- Run the installer.
- The installer will guide you through the steps required to install the IDM on your computer.
Firmware update 11/08/23
Resources:
Police Interface Module (PIM) Programming Utility
Instructions:
- Ensure you have the proper VCP driver installed.
- Update your computer to the latest Java version if necessary.
- Click on the button below, download the .zip file and open.
- Extract/save the enclosed folders or files to your computer.
- Confirm two files: Programming Utility.exe and rxtxSerial.dll. All files must be in the same directory to operate correctly.
- Double click the Programming Utility icon to start the application.
Surveillance Mode Module™ (SMM) Programming Utility
Instructions:
- Ensure you have the proper VCP driver installed.
- Update your computer to the latest Java version if necessary.
- Click on the button below, download the .zip file and open.
- Extract/save the enclosed folders or files to your computer.
- Confirm two files: Programming Utility.exe and rxtxSerial.dll. All files must be in the same directory to operate correctly.
- Double click the Programming Utility icon to start the application.
Tera Term (Hyperterminal)
Description: Used for diagnostics and customizing settings on an InterMotive idle reduction system such as EcoStar™, EcoLock™, eVolution and Idle Timer Controller.
Instructions:
- Click on the button below, download the .zip file and open.
- Extract/save the enclosed folder/file to your computer.
- Click on the .exe file and open.
- Select RUN and go through the set-up wizard.
- Leave all defaults as is.
- Click FINISH to install on your computer.
- Ensure you have the proper VCP driver installed.
Resources:
Upfitter Interface Module® (UIM) Graphical User Interface
Instructions:
- Ensure you have the proper VCP driver installed.
- Update your computer to the latest Java version if necessary.
- Click on the button below, download the .zip file and open.
- Extract/save the enclosed folders or files to your computer.
- Confirm four files: UIM401B Programming Utility.exe, UIM2.cfg, rxtxSerial.dll and ChassisVersionControl.cfg. All files must be in the same directory to operate correctly.
- Double click the UIM401B icon to start the application.
Firmware date 06/24/24
Virtual COM Port (VCP) Driver
Description: All InterMotive programming utility files require a VCP driver. Please download and install the proper driver for the USB to Serial download cable.
Instructions:
- Click on the button below or go to https://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm.
- Scroll down to view the Operating System options (the most common is Windows).
- On the right-hand column under COMMENTS, click on SETUP EXECUTABLE.
- Select open or save, then run the file and let it install on your computer.
- Once you see the completion window, confirm there are two driver packages installed and reads “READY TO USE.”
- Once confirmed, click FINISH.