User manual for "INTERSTATE ELD"
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Interstate Freeway, Inc..
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APPLICATION GUIDE Interstate eld For Mobile Devices Table of contents Interstate eld Authorization 2 Truck Connection Setup 3 Driving Logs 4 Main Dashboard 5 Changing HOS Status 6 Personal Use & Yard Move 7 Rules 8 Dual Driver Mode 9 Additional Menu 10 DOT Inspection & Data Transfer 11 DVIR 12 Malfunctions & Data Diagnostics 13 Malfunctions 14 Data Diagnostic Events 15 Settings 16 Interstate eld Authorization FMCSA regulations require commercial vehicle operators to track their hours of service using a certified ELD. The Interstate ELD app, used together with the Interstate PT30 device, provides real-time engine data, duty status monitoring, GPS tracking, and simplifies HOS logging, DVIR submissions, and DOT inspections. Getting started: Open the Google Play Store or Login Apple App Store on your device and search for Interstate ELD. Interstate Tap Install and approve the requested permissions. After installation is complete, LOGIN NAME launch the Interstate ELD app. Login Name Allow any additional PASSWORD permissions prompted on Password (min 4) screen. Sign in using your username Login and password. If you do not have login credentials or have forgotten them, please contact your fleet manager. 22 Truck Connection Setup Interstate eld Before connecting the Interstate ELD app to your vehicle, make sure the ELD device is installed exactly as specified in the Hardware Manual. Once the device is ready: Enable Bluetooth on your smartphone or tablet. Open the Interstate ELD app. On the home screen, tap the truck icon to scan for nearby ELDequipped vehicles. Select your trucks serial number from the list to complete the connection. A green truck icon at the top of the screen indicates a successful connection. A red truck icon means the connection has been lost and must be reestablished. 23 Interstate eld Driving Logs Tap the Log icon on the dashboard to open your full logbook, including driver, vehicle, and carrier information. The Log Graph displays a clear timeline of duty statuses and Hours of Service, allowing you to quickly review compliance. Reviewing and editing logs: Use the date selector at the top of the screen to switch between log days. To add a missing duty segment, select Insert Event and complete the required fields. To modify an existing entry, tap the pencil icon next to the record. In accordance with FMCSA regulations, log entries may only be edited to correct inaccuracies. All changes must maintain the integrity and compliance of the logbook. 24 Interstate eld Main Dashboard When you open the Interstate ELD app, the Hours of Service (HOS) dashboard appears, providing an overview of key compliance and system information: Malfunctions and Data Inconsistencies Icon alerts you to device malfunctions or data discrepancies that require attention. Additional Menu offers quick access to supplementary tools and app settings. Connection Status Icon displayed as a truck symbol, indicating the current connection status between the PT30 device and the vehicle. Notifications Panel shows important system alerts, messages, and updates. Active Driver Name identifies the currently signed-in driver; tap to switch drivers or manage co-driver settings. Country Rules Flag indicates the active regulatory ruleset applied to HOS calculations. Duty Status Switch allows you to change your duty status (On Duty, Off Duty, Sleeper Berth, Driving) with a single tap. Hours Remaining Indicator displays your remaining driving and on-duty hours in real time. HOS Info Menu opens a detailed view of Hours of Service records and calculations. Log Menu provides access to todays log as well as previous log entries. Vehicle Inspection (DVIR) opens the Driver Vehicle Inspection Report section. DOT Inspection Prep organizes required records for Department of Transportation inspections. 25 Changing HOS Status Interstate eld On the Status Switch screen, select your current duty status from the following options: Driving, On Duty, Off Duty, Sleeper Berth, Border Crossing, Yard Move (available only while On Duty), or Personal Use (available only while Off Duty). Automatic transitions The system automatically switches your status to Driving when vehicle motion is detected. After stopping, allow at least 10 seconds before turning off the engine so the ELD can properly record the end of the driving event and unlock the status selector. Shutting off the engine too quickly may leave your log incorrectly showing Driving, which can result in a compliance violation. To resolve this issue: Restart the engine. Allow the driving segment to close. Manually select the correct duty status. Manual entry details You may also manually enter additional information, including: Special activity types (Personal Use, Yard Move) Custom notes or remarks Shipping document numbers Trailer numbers Whenever you create or edit a log entry, be sure to include the odometer reading to keep your records accurate and FMCSAcompliant. 26 Personal Use & Yard Move Setting Personal Use On the Status Switch screen, select Off Duty. Once Off Duty is active, choose Personal Use and add a brief comment. To confirm the change: Tap Clear. Enter your comment or any required details. Tap Save. Interstate eld Setting Yard Move On the Status Switch screen, select On Duty. Once On Duty is active, choose Yard Move and add a brief comment. To confirm the change: Tap Clear. Enter your comment or any required details. Tap Save. 27 Interstate eld Rules In the Rules section, you can review the currently active Hours of Service framework and monitor your Driving, On Duty, and Off Duty timers as they update in real time. This ensures that all log entries are calculated under the correct regulations and remain fully compliant. When you enter a different jurisdiction, simply select the applicable ruleset to meet local regu