Release Information

Version: 1.7.5 Date: 7/22/2016

New Features

1. A new reflash package has been added for 40-60HP SeaPro engines.

Module Support

Language Support

Changes

Resolved Issues

1. Licensing issues on computers with multiple user accounts have been resolved.

Known Issues

1. Starboard and Port DTS Command Modules may fail to reprogram on triple, quad or multi-
helm vessels.
Workaround:
To prevent programming failures, key on only the module you want to reprogram.
Once that module has been successfully reprogrammed, key that location off and
move on to the next.

If a module failed to program previously, turn all keys off and remove battery
power from the system.
Reapply battery power after 30 seconds and try again following the process above.

2. All diagnostic tests will report hardware error once any test has failed for any reason.
Workaround:
Key off the affected engine, place the lever in RWOT, and key up to reset
diagnostic tests.
 3. Several long standing "Known Issues" have been relocated to our support Web Site.
Workaround:
These can be accessed at service.mercurymarine.com

4. Clicking Reload Engines after keying off a conflicted engine does not work on several of the
Diagnostic screens.
Workaround:
Exit and reopen the test with one of the engines keyed off.

Previous Releases

1.7.4 5/5/2016

1. New eboms for BDR15AAC software on 30HP-60HP outboards.

Known Issues

1. Starboard and Port DTS Command Modules may fail to reprogram on triple, quad or multi-
helm vessels.
Workaround: To prevent programming failures, key on only the module you want to
reprogram.
Once that module has been successfully reprogrammed, key that location off and move on to
the next.

If a module failed to program previously, turn all keys off and remove battery power from the
system.
Reapply battery power after 30 seconds and try again following the process above.
2. All diagnostic tests will report hardware error once any test has failed for any reason.
Workaround: Key off the affected engine, place the lever in RWOT, and key up to reset
diagnostic tests.
3. Several long standing "Known Issues" have been relocated to our support Web Site.
Workaround: These can be accessed at service.mercurymarine.com
4. Clicking Reload Engines after keying off a conflicted engine does not work on several of the
Diagnostic screens.
Workaround: Exit and reopen the test with one of the engines keyed off.

1.7.3 4/26/2016

1. eBOM 'Sterndrive - Diesel DTS - SIM13p0_AB' now supports triples and quads.
2. New: A new reflash package has been added to update shift interrupt for SSR hubs on Gen 5
Verados.
3. Fixed: Fixed licensing issue when computer time zone changes.
 4. Fixed: Added missing unit to FuelPress in Live Data and System Data.
5. Fixed: Removed 'Guardian - CCM' system from eBOMs that didn't support it.
6. Fixed: Clicking Cancel when Starter Output test is almost complete will no longer cause G3 to
crash.
7. Support for new GPS/IMU.
8. Support for new joystick.
9. Support for new steering wheel.
10. Fixed: Users in locales that use a comma as decimal separator will no longer be prevented
from setting Trim and Trailer limits on Gen 5 Verados.
11. Fixed: SCV2 modules that are unknown to G3 will no longer fail to be discovered after
rescanning.

Known Issues

1. Starboard and Port DTS Command Modules may fail to reprogram on triple, quad or multi-
helm vessels.
Workaround: To prevent programming failures, key on only the module you want to
reprogram.
Once that module has been successfully reprogrammed, key that location off and move on to
the next.

If a module failed to program previously, turn all keys off and remove battery power from the
system.
Reapply battery power after 30 seconds and try again following the process above.
2. All diagnostic tests will report hardware error once any test has failed for any reason.
Workaround: Key off the affected engine, place the lever in RWOT, and key up to reset
diagnostic tests.
3. Several long standing "Known Issues" have been relocated to our support Web Site.
Workaround: These can be accessed at service.mercurymarine.com
4. Clicking Reload Engines after keying off a conflicted engine does not work on several of the
Diagnostic screens.
Workaround: Exit and reopen the test with one of the engines keyed off.

1.7.2 3/03/2016

1. Fixed: Fixed typo in DTS_Command_Module reflash package notes.

2. EngineSerialNumber data item added to Live Data lists for latest Verados.
3. New: A new reflash package has been added to disable a nuisance fault on 2.0L Diesels.
4. New eboms have been introduced to support JPS software with MY12p0AAF and
MY10p5AAC.
5. G3 Serial Cable software drivers have been added to the G3 installation process.
6. Fixed: Service bulletin number added to Axius Gen I reflash package.
7. Fixed: The laptop battery reflash prerequisite is now correctly stated as 50%.
8. Current_Measured data item added to Live Data lists for JPO TVMs.
9. Language: The Portuguese(Brazil) language option has been removed from the selectable list
pending translation completion.
10. Fixed: Canceling out of customer information entry in Live Data now clears the text boxes.
11. Fixed: Fixed font size in Trim Relay test to prevent odd layout when system font size is larger.
 12. Fixed: When replacing a TVM, Running Drive Alignment will now save you a lot of clicking
by setting the new module to match the others.
13. Removed unused setting from Options screen.
14. After completing a reflash, G3 will automatically deselect your eBOM if it no longer matches.
15. Shift counts for Joystick Piloting Outboard vessels can now be viewed in Live Data.
16. Fixed: The laptop battery reflash prerequisite will now update properly on changes in state.
17. Fixed: Customer Information is no longer misleadingly editable when playing back a data
recording.
18. Live Data items are now sortable by Name and Description.
19. Fixed: Added scrollbar to Manual Drive Alignment to better accommodate small screens.
20. Fixed: Sorting on Module Data Screen will no longer get confused by offline modules.
21. Fixed: Corrected discrepancies between different engine hour display locations on
BDR09AAF and BDR09AAB caused by rounding error.
22. Fixed: Fixed communication issue causing an incorrect statement that fault information is not
supported.
23. Unified display of engine hours throughout G3.
24. Software registration has been changed to use a "License Key" which is provided during
purchase.
25. The G3 software update process has been improved.
26. New: Ability to extend the validation period by 5 days if the user is unable to be connected to
the internet.
27. New: System Data allows the user to view live data from multiple modules. The views are
organized into systems.

Known Issues

1. Starboard and Port DTS Command Modules may fail to reprogram on triple, quad or multi-
helm vessels.
Workaround: To prevent programming failures, key on only the module you want to
reprogram.
Once that module has been successfully reprogrammed, key that location off and move on to
the next.

If a module failed to program previously, turn all keys off and remove battery power from the
system.
Reapply battery power after 30 seconds and try again following the process above.
2. All diagnostic tests will report hardware error once any test has failed for any reason.
Workaround: Key off the affected engine, place the lever in RWOT, and key up to reset
diagnostic tests.
3. Several long standing "Known Issues" have been relocated to our support Web Site.
Workaround: These can be accessed at service.mercurymarine.com
4. Clicking Reload Engines after keying off a conflicted engine does not work on several of the
Diagnostic screens.
Workaround: Exit and reopen the test with one of the engines keyed off.