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09-29-2010, 10:41 AM | #11 |
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Re: Yamaha Genius System Programmer
OK, Fair enough, maybe "joke" is the wrong word. I am just a little frustrated that they limited the cart with software and require payment to allow the cart to perform to it's potential. The least they could have done was require dealers to have the equipment to flash the carts.
I suppose if I had a dealer it would be worth spending the money, assuming the cost is nominal, to get the PTV code. That would assume that Yamaha would allow it since I did not purchase a PTV package from them. I am not the original owner and already have lights and mirrors. Does anyone know what Yamaha considers as qualification for the PTV "Upgrade" Code? What is the cost? |
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09-29-2010, 07:50 PM | #12 | |
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09-29-2010, 09:32 PM | #13 |
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Re: Yamaha Genius System Programmer
Well, after reading this post, I decided to give it another shot and call the local dealers to ask about the PTV upgrade. Turns out, there is a one dealer here who knows what I am talking about and can do the upgrade. I called them all last time and I suppose I just talked to someone then who did not know about programming with the PTV option.
Cost is ~ $150 They say it requires lights, mirrors and turn signals. So, I ordered a turn signal kit today to prepare for the upgrade. I am not upset with Yamaha for monetizing the upgrade, just the means by which the upgrade is obtained. It seemed a little mysterious considering the dealers did not even know about it. I feel better about it now that I actually found a person who deals in Yamaha carts that knows what I am talking about when I mention the upgrade. Also, been thinking how they might improve on the actual upgrade or coding to the controller. Really not coming up with much. They could use a jumper like EZ but that is simple to duplicate w/o paying for the service. They could use an actual circuit that plugs in which contains the code, but then they have to manufacture that product. Other options could be to put a standard USB port on the cart and allow customers to pay, download and install the software via a thumb drive. I like this method, but it might be too complex for some folks. Thanks smallblock for your patience and help. I am excited that I will finally break 11 MPH in my cart. BTW I did disconnect the regen wire a while back but honestly it only got me about one mph on flat ground. Was not worth the loss of re-gen / reverse brake for the little gain. I am assuming the PTV code configures the controller to pass more power through to the motor (longer pulses of power) and sets the regen to kick in at a higher rpm? Am I close? |
09-29-2010, 10:27 PM | #14 | |
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10-01-2010, 01:27 PM | #15 |
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10-18-2010, 06:46 PM | #16 |
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Re: Yamaha Genius System Programmer
Ended up just putting the turn signals on. Got the code and had the dealer program the cart. Much better. Runs right at 19 mph!
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10-18-2010, 07:54 PM | #17 |
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Re: Yamaha Genius System Programmer
Sounds like your happy. That's all that matters. Happy carting
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10-18-2010, 10:22 PM | #18 |
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Re: Yamaha Genius System Programmer
I've still got my programmer. Since I don't mess around any Yamaha anymore I'm thinking about selling it.
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12-12-2010, 01:46 PM | #19 |
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04-23-2014, 04:03 AM | #20 |
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Re: Yamaha Genius System Programmer
i know its an old thread but do you still have this for sale and would it include the plug in ir module?
I have an 08 drive and it is painfully slow, i only want to get it running to its potential, its only used on and around the golf course so I'm not fussed about hill climbing effects. My local yamaha dealer is a bit of a PITA as they don't play with the golf buggies much as the local course run ezgo's and have a good stranglehold on the market. He says he hasn't used his programmer for a couple of years and doesn't even know where it is and he's not to keen to buy another one just for me. With the next closest dealer being over 3hrs away its not much help either. Being located in country Australia doesn't help my cause. Thanks Tim |
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