Stepford Implant FAQ

The Stepford Implant checks for an RLVa-enabled viewer, and detaches automatically if it doesn't find one. Solution: Use an RLVa-enabled viewer (for example Firestorm). To enable RLVa in the Firestorm Viewer, from the menu at the top of the screen, go to Avatar > Preferences > Firestorm (on the left) > General (on the top), and then check the box that reads, "Allow Remote Scripted Viewer Controls (RLVa)". Finally, click on OK. Then relog (log out and back in).

The Stepford Implant's built-in RLV relay won't turn on

Most likely, you have another RLV relay running, possibly the one in your collar. The implant's relay will only turn on when there's no other active relay. Check your local chat for messages from the implant. Solution: Turn off the other relay and try again.

How do I update my Stepford Implant?

You can always get the latest version of the implant using re-delivery. Make a backup of the one you're wearing and simply attach the new one. I should copy all scores from the old one. When done, the old one detaches. Also make sure you are using the correct Status HUD.

My Stepford Implant update didn't copy the scores of my previous version

It happens. It may be lag or another SL hiccup. If for whatever reason the updated implant didn't copy your scores, here's a way to go:

Use the safeword key to detach the new implant.
Attach the previous version. Give it time to start.
Get a fresh backup stick by clicking on the USB stick symbol in the Status HUD.
Add that stick to your avatar. It appears above your head.
In the backup stick's menu select "Backup". Don't detach the stick.
Use the safeword key again to detach the previous version implant.
Add the new implant. Give it time to start.
Touch the backup stick above your head and select "Restore" from its menu.
Detach the backup stick.

Final advice: Before updating ALWAYS make a backup.

The implant is too restrictive or not restrictive enough

With several thousands of users, it is impossible to meet all tastes. In general, the implant uses RLV for actions, but does not necessarily restrain the wearer. Hard restraints can be achieved by numerous other gadgets like Open Collar. Some of the restraints may seems harsh (like no talking with cum in mouth), but there is usually an easy and role play way to get out of them. However, I am open to suggestions, so please, share your thoughts and ideas.

DEBUG messages are flooding my chat

You have accidentally enabled the debug mode. Long-long-touch (> 10 seconds) the silent button (the smiley) in the HUD to disable the debug mode.

Does the built-in RLV relay have an "Ask" mode?

Yes. Turn on the internal relay and touch the button to toggle between auto and ask mode. Ask mode may cause all kinds of issues with furniture and equipment, so use at own risk.

I am using an RLV gag, but the implant lets me talk

When the implant uses speech control, it redirects your local chat and processes your chat messages. RLV gags usually use the same RLV feature, which means multiple items which are not in sync and don't recognise each other are processing your local chat separately. Only one RLV item should use chat redirect. Turn off the speech control of the implant altogether (by long-touching the speech mode in the Status HUD) if you want the gag to have control.

The implant repeats my local chat talk

When you see your own talk twice in local chat, it's usually means that another toy your are using also redirects and prints your chat. These toys could be a gag or HUD, e.g. MicrObey. Turn off the speech control of the implant altogether (by long-touching the speech mode in the Status HUD) if you want another toy to have control.

The Stepford Implant doesn't talk dirty although talk mode is set correctly

The implant avoids any adult-rated talk or actions on non-adult sims. You can force the implant to accept your parcel as adult by adding the characters $SIA to its parcel description.

Other reasons the implant avoids dirty talk is when silent mode is turned on (check the smiley icon in the Status HUD) or you forgot to run the auto-talk loader (it's in the package, add it and touch the disc).

My name has been changed, but it doesn't show in local chat

The implant's pet name only shows when speech control is on (when dirty talk is on). One can refine the dirty talk with the commands "dial down the dirty talk" (turns off enforced dirty talk) "drop the dirty talk" (turns off enforced dirty talk and automatic talking). If speech control is turned off (AUTOTALK OFF in the Status HUD), the implant is not involved in your local chat at all.

The implant doesn't listen to commands

Check this list:

Make sure your sexual orientation setting matches the gender of the person who tries to issue a command. Straight orientation does not accept commands from women, lesbian orientation does not accept commands from men.
Make sure your name is set properly; if in doubt, try using your SL username.
For the Slave Implant, make sure it's set to public access (the lock at the Status HUD bottom should be green, not red).
For the Wife Implant, make sure your partner hasn't locked the implant by saying "you're mine now". To lift the partner lock (which may be considered cheating), you can use a backdoor by making a backup of your implant and restoring the backup.
Visit the showroom (landmark is in the package) and try the various speech bubbles.
Try detaching (using the safeword key) and re-attaching the implant.

If nothing helps, call Lava Babii for help.

My arousal score barely changes

First, make sure you're not in silent mode: If the smiley icon in the Status HUD has an X over its mouth, touch it to disable silent mode. Next, check your sexual orientation setting: For example, if set to lesbian, hanging around with a bunch of boys will not impact your arousal (and vice-versa). Go to busy places. Engage in sexual activities. Sit with others on the same furniture. If nothing helps, contact Lava Babii and we'll figure it out.

Is there a complete list of all events that impact libido/arousal?

No. The concept of the implant is to add small simulators over time (for example scanning other peoples' attachments, your addiction levels on Addicted To Yours, Mama Allpa status). Even I don't know the result of every combination of these simulators.

Reputation shows "Hotwife", but implant does not switch to Hotwife mode

To switch to Hotwife mode, following conditions have to be met:

You must wear the Stepford Wife implant. There's no Hotwife mode for Bimbo and Slave implants.
You must have reached the Hotwife reputation.
Your partner must not have locked the implant with the "you're mine now" command.

Why does the implant say that my skills are decreasing?

To keep you on your toes. The sexperience points must be kept up by sexual activities, mainly determined through It's Not Mine and Spunked. If there's no action detected on a certain body area over a period of time, the respective skill score will decrease.

The skill scores have - currently - no impact on any other implant function, they're just numbers.

How do I earn orgy SXP points?

You have to wear either the It's Not Mine or Spunked attachment.
It's Not Mine or Spunked activity is detected by the implant.
There are more than one avatar matching your orientation in close range (less than 1.2m).
Alternatively, if the furniture has the Stepford Implant AVsitter plugin installed, range doesn't matter. More than one avatar matching your orientation on the same furniture will do the trick.
For every It's Not Mine or Spunked area, each avatar counts as 1 SXP point. Example: If the area "Face" is already dirty, it will not earn more orgy points until it's cleaned, but other areas will.

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