Forced Four - Software downloads page
Last updated 8/10/2023

Forced Four SMART Software Package Download:
 

Use this version for SMART 100.1, SMART 25, SMART 150, SMART 250
Updating firmware may be required for compatibility, see instructions below!

SMART 100.1 requires firmware update to 2.0 to use SMART Version 2.04
C:\Program Files (x86)\ForcedFour\Forced Four SMART\FIRMWARE\SMART100_1_080923_2_00.HEX

SMART 150 requires firmware update to 2.01 to use SMART Version 2.04
C:\Program Files (x86)\ForcedFour\Forced Four SMART\FIRMWARE\SMART_150_080723_2_01.HEX

Forced Four SMART Firmware Update Instructions:

Video demo performing a firmware update SMART 150

Video demo performing a firmware update SMART 100.1

Step by step instructions on performing the firmware update!

Forced Four SMART software change log:

ForcedFour_SMART_2.04.zip – Version 2.04
• Added compatibility with SMART 100.1 using firmware version 2.0
• Download includes firmware file required for SMART 100.1
• Download includes firmware file required for SMART 150
ForcedFour_SMART_2.03.zip - Version 2.03
• Add solenoid minimum current configurable for open circuit detection
• Disable PCS solenoid when engine RPM = 0 (engine not running)
• Revise "DI-5" input to more appropriately be called "AI-2 Switched State"
• Added "AI-1 Switched State"
• Added general purpose functionality to unused shift solenoid outputs
• Added option to invert solenoid output when used as general purpose output
• Download includes firmware file required for SMART 150
ForcedFour_SMART_2.02.zip - Version 2.02
• Remove baud rate options
• Significantly increased connection speed
• Added support for SMART 25 firmware version 1.0
• Updated base map files for SMART 150 and SMART 25
• Added in app software update notifications
• Download includes firmware file required for SMART 150
ForcedFour_SMART_2.01.zip - Version 2.01
• Revised connection timeout to prevent failed connections
• Download includes firmware file required for SMART 150
ForcedFour_SMART_2.0.zip - Version 2.0
• Added SMART tips instead of outdated help pages
• GUI major facelift
• Improved shift map look and functionality
• Improved app reliability
• Reduced app ram usage
• Increased work space on app and increased screen size requirement
• Added support for user definable frequency input functions
• Switched inputs to function based for increased flexibility (SMART 150)
• Added support for Frequency inputs #3 & #4 (SMART 150)
• Added display of frequency inputs data for diag purposes (SMART 150)
• Added tables to support new line pressure control (SMART 150)
• Added support for SMART2 I/O expansion module (SMART 150)
• Added the capability to load and save device maps (SMART 150)
• Added the capability to edit device maps offline
• Only support for SMART 150 with this release
• Download includes firmware file required for SMART 150
ForcedFour_SMART_1.9.4.0.zip - Version 1.9.4
• Required update for SMART 150 Version 1.4
• Added Solenoid A config data sent out
• Extended range of pulse per mile values
ForcedFour_SMART_1.9.3.0.zip - Version 1.9.3
• Required update for SMART 150 Version 1.2
• Fix Lockup and Soft shift not allowing enable/disable on load
• Fixed USB data lag SMART 150
• Added ratchet shift capability SMART 150 version 1.2
• Improved increased test output functionality SMART 150 version 1.2
ForcedFour_SMART_1.9.2.0.zip - Version 1.9.2
• Fix SMART 100.1 compatibility with 1.9.x software
ForcedFour_SMART_1.9.1.0.zip - Version 1.9.1
• Fix lockup max and min values not updating correctly
ForcedFour_SMART_1.9.0.0.zip - Version 1.9.0
• Fresh look and feel with updated settings lists
• Added auto baud, and support for 125,000 baud rate devices
• Added connection status indication
• Added support for SMART 150 release
• Moved DTC's to Advanced tab
• Added units option to view MPH or KPH
ForcedFour_SMART_1.8.4.0.zip – Version 1.8.4
• Minor bug fixes on D/O's value not saving correctly
ForcedFour_SMART_1.8.0.0.zip – Version 1.8
• Minor bug fixes on display of settings
ForcedFour_SMART_1.7.0.0.zip – Version 1.7
• Added support for SMART 100.1 version 007 firmware
• Added support for SMART 75 version 004 firmware
ForcedFour_SMART_1.6.0.8.zip – Version 1.6
• Fix installation issues on come Windows PC’s
ForcedFour_SMART_1.6.0.2.zip – Version 1.6
• Added data logging feature, compatible with all SMART 75 and SMART 100.1 versions
ForcedFour_SMART_073018.zip – Version 1.5
• Added support for SMART100.1 firmware 001-006, SMART75 firmware 001-003
ForcedFour_SMART_070218.zip – Version 1.4
• Added support for SMART100.1_006 firmware
ForcedFour_SMART_111417.zip – Version 1.3
• Added refresh ports
• Added changes not saved indication
ForcedFour_SMART_050317.zip – Version 1.2
• Added support for 6 speed ratchet with SMART+ module
ForcedFour_SMART_042317.zip – Version 1.1
• Added support for the new SMART 100.1
ForcedFour_SMART_012517.zip – Version 1.0
• Initial release with SMART 75

• Data log viewer (Haltech Data Log Viewer) used to view SMART data logs. Download software here. Data log files stored in C:\ForcedFour\

Forced Four SMART 150 firmware change log:

Please contact us for your firmware update file and instructions

Version 2.01

Requires update to SMART 2.03 PC app or newer

Added configurable minimum solenoid current for open circuit check

Disabled PCS solenoid when engine not running

Added general purpose output controls for spare solenoid outputs

Added invert solenoid outputs when used as general purpose outputs

Version 2.0

Requires update to SMART 2.0 PC app or newer

Major update for compatibility with SMART 2.xx app

New data/file structure for map saving/loading functionality

Revised digital input selections to function based

Revised serial stream data for faster performance and increased data load

Eliminated ratchet shifter functionality

Version 1.6

Revision to frequency input formulas

Corrected PPM math, requires subtracting 25% from your previous PPM value to be correct

Version 1.5

Extended speed sensor PPM range

Version 1.4

Fixed output current data values stuck

Added support for SOLA, and SOLB config - requires PC version 1.9.4 or newer

Fixed lockup not turning on, was broken in version 1.3

Version 1.3

Revised lockup functionality to release lockup quicker when necessary

Fixed DI1 type, DI2 type, SOLA config, SOLB config not saving

Fixed first or second beep after auto shift not working

Fixed stall up mode hold 2nd gear not returning to 1st if MPH exceeds set value before brake switch released

Fixed false solenoid short circuit protection causing output to be disabled

Version 1.2

Increased internal clock speed

Fixed lockup function not working

Fixed USB data pauses / glitches

Improved RPM up-shift performance

Fixed DI5 type not saving

Fixed TPS calibration bug

Improved torque reduction functionality

Added ratchet shifter functionality

Altered MPH filtering

Added more functionality to test outputs

Added delay before up-shift on throttle lifts

Version 1.1

Revised watchdog timer

Add capability to DI1 for all digital input functions

Add capability to DI2 for all digital input functions

Add PRND functionality to auto shift pattern

Add support for new PRND module with O/D Off and 3rd gear selections

Version 1.0

Initial release

Forced Four SMART 100.1 firmware change log:
SMART 100.1_2.0
• Added compatibility with SMART 2.x PC app version 2.4 and later
• Increased clock speed on device
• Increased USB communication speed
• Increased ADC resolution
• Switched inputs to function based for increased flexibility
• New soft shift routine with configurable duty and duration tables
• Added the capability to load and save device maps
• Added the capability to edit device maps offline
• Disable PCS solenoid when engine RPM = 0 (engine not running)
• Revise "DI-6" input to more appropriately be called "AI-2 Switched State"
• Added "AI-1 Switched State"
• Added general purpose functionality to unused shift solenoid outputs
• Added option to invert solenoid output when used as general purpose output
SMART 100.1_007L
• Fixed stall up mode bug when TPS exit window first
SMART 100.1_007K
• Added support for SMART2 PRND module
SMART 100.1_007I
• Increase RPM sample rate
• Increase RPM up-shifter response
• Revise serial data transmission speeds
SMART 100.1_007H
• Increased reliability for digital input testing
• Fixed stall up mode not returning to 1st gear with stall up in 2nd gear feature
• Increased signal smoothing on RPM signal
• Fixed update mode not working
• Improved faulty speed signal detection
SMART 100.1_007g
• Fixed analog config data not displaying correct function
• Fixed ratchet shifter calibration data user configurable
SMART 100.1_007f
• Custom
SMART 100.1_007e
• Custom
SMART 100.1_007d
• Added new display protocol
• Fixed slow display update after shift
SMART 100.1_007c
• Fixed full line pressure delay when throttle stabbed during shift
• Changed TPS max raw value from 250 to 255
SMART 100.1_007b
• Added launch timer feature
SMART 100.1_007
• Major release requiring SMART version 1.7 software
• Fix possible instability bug in auto mode
• Added hysteresis to all lockup functions
• Added inversion option for digital inputs
• Added inversion option for digital output functions
• Extended PCS frequency range from 33Hz to 150Hz
• Added press and hold up or down shift button functions for overdrive or auto/manual control
• Added reverse switch to digital inputs with solenoid configs for reverse position
• Added Stall up mode with hold in 2nd gear option and active output to DO’s
• Added additional soft shift parameters
• Added digital serial number
• Improved TCU gear change responsiveness
• Improved RPM and MPH signal error rejection
• Altered soft shift function
• Altered MPH and TPS smoothing to improve performance
• Altered minimum usable raw TPS value from 25 to 5
• Fixed toggle DO1 and DO2 button changing DO function and not restoring it correctly
• Changed ECO LED default setting
SMART 100.1_006d
• Fix overdrive off function not working on DI6 input
SMART 100.1_006c
• Fix DO1type and DO2type not sent to PC app
SMART 100.1_006
• Major release requiring SMART version 1.6 software
• Added improved lockup function control
• Added dual shift map capability
• Added second shift map
• Added adaptive shift control based on driving style, TPS load based
• Altered manual shifts beep first with soft shift enabled
• Added support for version 3 gear display with improved serial protocol
• Added dual window switch functions with digital output control
• Added Eco led control on display for auto mode
• Increased SMART display refresh rate
SMART 100.1_005
• Improved MPH and TPS filtering and smoothing
SMART 100.1_004
• Improved functional reliability and minor bug fixes
• Improved TPS filtering
SMART 100.1_003
• Improved MPH performance
• Fix solenoid C function
• Fix lockup function
• Fixed test solenoid D
• Revise default shift map
• Revise default entry gear
• Revise DI4 default function
SMART 100.1_002
• Minor update adding support for 6 speed ratchet with SMART+ module
SMART 100.1_001
• Initial Release

Forced Four SMART 75 firmware change log:
SMART 75_004
• Minor release requiring SMART version 1.7 software
• Improved lockup functions
• Added hysteresis to all lockup functions
• Added electronic serial numbers
SMART 75_003
• Changes required for newer SMART PC app versions
SMART 75_002
• Minor bug fix
SMART 75_001
• Initial release

Forced Four SMART 50 firmware change log:
SMART 50_001
• Initial release

Firmware Updates:

• Firmware updates on all devices listed below must be done by shipping your product to us for update. The update is free, and only shipping charges apply. Add the update to cart and complete the purchase and we will contact you with instructions. Turn around time is normally same day return shipping. Product will be fully tested to verify no defects exist free of charge. If a repair is necessary and product is out of warranty we will contact you before making repairs. Valid in the lower 48 states only.

Forced four product firmware update ONLY $9.99 (Cost of shipping, paypal fees, and shipping materials)

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Forced Four DSM PLUS2 firmware change log:
DSM PLUS2_002
• Minor bug fix piezo buzzer making noise in 2nd and 4th gear
DSM PLUS2_001
• Initial release

Forced Four SMART 100 firmware change log:
SMART 100_001
• Initial release

Shift Box DSM-BASIC2 Firmware:

• The most recent Shift Box DSM-BASIC2 firmware version is 001
  Follow instructions 'using the menu' to view current firmware version
• This shift box must be sent back to us for updates. Please contact us at sales@forcedfour.com
   
• Firmware revision history:
  SBBASIC_001 (60KB) - Initial release firmware PCB 032915 put into production on 4/09/15

Shift Box DSM-LITE Firmware:

• The most recent Shift Box LITE firmware version is 001
   
• This shift box must be sent back to us for updates. Please contact us at sales@forcedfour.com
   
• Firmware revision history:
  SBLITE_001 (5KB) - Initial release firmware PCB version 1.0 put into production on 12/12/12

Shift Box DSM-BASIC Firmware:

• The most recent Shift Box BASIC firmware version is 002
  Follow instructions 'using the menu' to view current firmware version
• This shift box must be sent back to us for updates. Please contact us at sales@forcedfour.com
   
• Firmware revision history:
  SBBASIC_001 (6KB) - Initial release firmware PCB version 1.0 put into production on 2/11/12
  SBBASIC_002 (6BK) - Initial release firmware PCB version 1.2
                                   Released on 4/5/12 (necessary change due to minor revision of pin assignment on PCB)

Shift Box DSM-PLUS Firmware:

• The most recent Shift Box PLUS firmware version is 007
  Follow instructions 'using the menu' to view current firmware version
• This shift box must be sent back to us for updates. Please contact us at sales@forcedfour.com
   
• Firmware revision history:
  SBPLUS_001 (55KB) - Initial release firmware, put into production on 6/1/12
  SBPLUS_002 (55KB) - Rename up-shift delay to debounce
                                    Change debounce range to 750-2000ms - 7/12/12
  SBPLUS_003 (55KB) - Fix early up-shifting when using the up-shifter Released on 1/4/13
  SBPLUS_004 (55KB) - Private firmware
  SBPLUS_005 (55KB) - Private firmware
  SBPLUS_006 (56KB) - RECOMMENDED! Improve up-shift feature & RPM filtering - 1/10/13
  SBPLUS_007 (58KB) - Added support for 6 cylinder and 8 cylinder engines in menu - 2/22/14
   

Shift Box DSM-COLOR Firmware:

• The most recent Shift Box COLOR firmware version is SBCOLOR_003
  Firmware version information available in the menu under 'Display Version Info'
• Download the latest stable firmware version SBCOLOR_003.hex (contact us)
   
• Firmware revision history:
  SBCOLOR_001 (146KB) - Initial release firmware, put into production on 3/9/12
  SBCOLOR_002 (102KB) - Remove analog sensor menu and display items (feature no longer offered)
                                        Rename up-shift delay to debounce
                                        Change debounce range to 750-2000ms
                                        Add reverse scroll to menu items with high TPS value
                                        Released on 7/22/12
  SBCOLOR_003 (102KB) - Bug fix - unable to disable up-shifter feature even when menu shows it as disabled Set maximum up-shift RPM if using an old firmware to disable up-shift feature Released on 9/10/12