Downloading DDD files
DDD files (in some countries can be TGD or C1B (V1B) files) are log of vehicle’s and driver’s activity. Using XG37 or FMS500 device, they can be remotely downloaded from tachograph to local computer or server.
There are few ways how to use DDD download, however, we share example of common setup, when files are being downloaded to computer, where company card is connected.
To fulfill this operation, you will need:
Device installed in the vehicle and connected to tachograph;
Tachograph application installed for authentication;
Company card connected to PC with app installed.
First thing to do is to let device know where it should authorize permission for downloading and where to send DDD files. Here tachograph application will help.
I. Authorization.
Open Tacho app on computer, where company card is connected and copy 'FMSet ID' of destination.
If few cards are connected to PC and you have several ‘FMSet IDs’ - copy the one, which is assigned to appropriate company card.
This ID will show device the path where to authenticate. Insert this ID to Configuration of device.
Port is always 7511.
II. Download destination.
Files can be downloaded to computer, or to server. In case of server - authorization protocol should be integrated there and certain address and port dedicated for DDD file reception. Consult with server provider.
In case if destination is computer, open app installed on destination computer and copy it’s 'FMSet ID'. Then insert into device Configuration in XDM portal:
Port is always 7511.
III. Triggers and result.
DDD files can be triggered by few factors:
Period set in Tacho app;
Inserting of new driver card into tachograph;
Restart of device;
When files will be downloaded, they will appear in the first tab of app:
Note, that Tacho app is a tool to receive files, but to review them or analyze, you would need special licensed software.
III. Optional functionalities.
a) Extending period of DDD file.
Using settings you can extend count of days inside DDD file. Normal requirement is is 90 days, but can be extended up to 1 year: