Lisle Digidown CR User manual

Operating Instructions
Digital Tachograph Card Download Device
with Bluetooth Upload Function

Introduction
The DigidownCR device downloads data from tachograph cards into its internal
memory. After these data files have been downloaded then they can be uploaded
via Bluetooth to wherever they are required. This is performed via a Digidown
Base box direct to the relevant place or via a suitable Bluetooth-enabled mobile
phone to anywhere in the world.
Initial Set Up
When using the Bluetooth upload function in conjunction with a mobile phone
then the correct destination e-mail address must be recorded in the internal
memory. The file DigidownBlueDataDestination.exe is required to perform this
operation. This file can be found in the UPDATES folder on the DigidownCR drive
(when DigidownCR is connected to a PC via USB cable) or, for the latest version,
download it from www.lisledesign.com/DigidownCR/.
In order to send data via Bluetooth, a pair of AAA-size batteries is required
(supplied with the unit). Please observe the correct polarity when inserting the
batteries.
Modes of Operation
The DigidownCR can operate in ‘USB mode’ or in ‘Battery mode’.
USB Mode:
The DigidownCR is defined as being in USB mode when it is connected to a PC or
similar device via a USB cable. In this mode (whilst no smartcard is inserted) the
device acts as a mass storage device with all the capabilities of such a device.
DigidownCR can download tachograph card files whilst in USB mode, but it does
not attempt to upload these files via Bluetooth.
Battery Mode:
DigidownCR is in Battery mode whenever it is not connected via USB. In this
mode DigidownCR remains powered off until such time as a tachograph card is
inserted.
In this mode (and upon completion of a card download), DigidownCR initiates the
Bluetooth upload sequence to transfer all card files (not previously uploaded) to
the user specified location.

Tachograph Card Download Process
DigidownCR can read the four types of tachograph cards - driver, workshop,
control and company. It can perform this task whilst in either its USB mode or
Battery mode.
To initiate a download, insert the tachograph card (chip down) into the smart
card slot on the top of the unit.
During the download, the ‘Card’ LED will flash repeatedly (about twice each
second). A Download takes in the region of 1 minute (depending on the
tachograph card).
The completion of the tachograph card download (whilst in USB mode) will be
indicated by the ‘Card’ LED blinking briefly about once every second.
After completion of the card download (in Battery mode), DigidownCR will
proceed to upload files via Bluetooth.
Data upload via Bluetooth
After downloading a file from a tachograph card, that data can be sent back to
base or to a service provider via Bluetooth connection with a Digidown Base box
or a suitably equipped mobile phone.
Data upload using the Digidown Base box:
The Digidown Base box itself (when enabled) is continually ready to receive data
from a DigidownCR unit. When the DigidownCR is in battery mode, the Bluetooth
upload process starts as soon as the tachograph card download has completed.
Initially the associated blue LED will light whilst the unit checks for files available
for upload. The blue LED will then start flashing slowly (about once every 2
seconds) whilst it makes the connection to the Digidown Base box. If you are in
range of the Digidown Base box then it will generally flash 3 or 4 times. Once
the connection has been made then the flashing will become much quicker (about
twice per second) as the available files are uploaded.
Once uploading has been completed the Bluetooth LED will switch to blinking
briefly about once per second.
Please note that files are uploaded one by one. As a result there is a slight pause
in the flashing between uploading of one file and uploading of the next.
Data uploading using a mobile phone:
Please see separate sheet below.

DigidownCR Internal Memory
The DigidownCR has 512KB of internal memory. This is sufficient for 15-20 card
downloads. The files and folders can be read when DigidownCR is in USB mode.
Once connected, the DigidownCR will appear as a standard removable disk drive
with the volume name ‘DigidownCR’. The files and folders it contains can be
viewed and managed using Windows in the usual way.
DigidownCR Directory Structure:
The DigidownCR creates a directory structure on its internal memory.
Two top-level directories are created:
‘DIGIDOWN’ and
‘UPDATES’
‘Digidown’ has the sub-directory:
‘CARD’ where tachograph card downloads are stored.
This directory creation process occurs automatically after formatting and
generally takes just a few seconds.
Filenames:
The downloaded card files appear in the ‘\DIGIDOWN\CARD’ directory.
Files with short file names are labelled CDxxxxxx.CRD where ‘xxxxxx’ is a
number starting at 000001 and increasing by 1 for each download performed.
Files with standard EU long file names are labelled:
C_YYYYMMDD_HHMM_A_SMITH_xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.DDD
C denotes a card file. The next 2 sections are the date and time of the download.
This is followed by the driver name and number.
Alternatively the Digidown CR can be programmed to use any of the alternative
file name formats. Please contact your dealer for details.
DigidownCR Memory Formatting:
The DigidownCR memory can be formatted using Windows. It must be formatted
as FAT12 (which Windows specifies in File System as ‘FAT’).

LED Status
The LEDs are used to show the status of the card file download/upload and any
associated errors. The patterns used are:
USB Mode:
USB LED on
Ready mode. Power is on and the unit is ready to download a
tachograph card. DigidownCR files can be viewed through
connected PC at this time
Card LED flashing about twice per second
DigidownCR is busy downloading a card file
Card LED blinking briefly about once every second
Successful completion of card download. Remove the card to
reactivate Ready Mode
Battery Mode:
All LED’s off
The unit is powered off. Insert a tachograph card to start a card
download
Card LED flashing about twice per second
DigidownCR is busy downloading a card file
Bluetooth LED flashing slowly
The unit is trying to connect to a Digidown Base box or to a
mobile phone
Bluetooth LED flashing about twice per second
Digidown is busy uploading data
Bluetooth LED blinking briefly about once every second
Successful completion of upload
Error Conditions:
Card LED on
The tachograph card has failed to download.
Card LED and USB LED on
The DigidownCR memory is full
Bluetooth LED double-blinking about once every second
Successful completion of the upload activity and the batteries
will shortly need replacing.
All three LEDs permanently on (possibly faintly)
Batteries are totally empty and require replacement
Bluetooth LED permanently on
The Bluetooth upload has failed
The DigidownCR has failed to locate a suitable Bluetooth device
to partner with
Check that the partner device (mobile phone or Digidown Base)
is running properly and within range

Suggested Actions on Error Condition
Low battery Replace the two batteries in the unit.
Memory Full In USB mode, remove (copy elsewhere) any old card files
Download Failure Ensure that Tachograph card is inserted correctly and
that the card contacts are clean
Upload failure Check that there are some files to be uploaded
Check that the Bluetooth partner device (mobile phone or
Digidown Base) is turned on and available to DigidownCR.
-Check that the Digidown Base box is enabled
-Check that the associated phone is in Digidown Blue
mode and check any message on the phone’s display.
Check that the Bluetooth partner device is within range
(100m) of DigidownCR
Choice of Batteries
Two AAA-size batteries are needed to power the unit when downloading
tachograph cards direct into the unit. If downloading files via the USB port or
reading the memory in USB mode, then the internal batteries are disconnected
(unnecessary) and power is taken from the VU/USB port.
The DigidownCR is designed to be used with alkaline batteries. A pair of cells will
generally be good for downloading tachograph cards some 500 times before
needing replacing.
Upgrade of the DigidownCR
The software within the DigidownCR can be upgraded or re-configured when
appropriate. Please consult your dealer for details.
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Subject to change without notice
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North Haugh, St. Andrews KY16 9SR, Scotland
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Digidown CR Operating Instructions V0.2

Introduction
A key feature of the Digidown Blue and Digidown CR is their ability to upload
tachograph data files to any desired location in the world. This is achieved by
linking the Digidown unit to a mobile phone via Bluetooth and then sending the
data via the internet as an attachment to an e-mail.
Please note that some of the following instructions are necessarily general as the
precise details vary from one phone to another.
Phone Requirements
In order to use the Digidown Blue or Digidown CR to upload data files via a
mobile phone, the phone must have certain features:
Internet access via packet data, e.g. GPRS, EGPRS or 3G, etc.
Bluetooth
Java support including JSR-82
Most Nokia and Sony Ericsson phones which support internet access also support
the other required features. Recent BlackBerry phones and Android phones
running OS version 2.0 and later are also supported.
Initial Phone Set Up
To support the Digidown Blue and Digidown CR data upload function, a small
Java application must be installed on your phone. To download this application, it
is essential that the phone can connect to the internet. In some cases the phone
will receive the required internet connection settings automatically or will already
have them set. If you are not able to connect the phone to the internet then one
way to get the required settings is to go to the phone service provider’s web site
using another computer (search for ‘<service provider> web settings’), select
your phone type, enter your phone number and then the required settings will be
sent to your phone. Alternatively go to your local mobile phone shop and ask
them to help you connect your phone to the internet.
Downloading the Digidown Application
Switch on your phone in the normal way and then either start up the web
browser or select ‘Go to URL’. Enter the web address http://m.digidown.net
and go to that site. There you will find a ‘Welcome’ message and an invitation to
download the ‘Digidown Application’.
Phone Operating
Instructions

Select that application, download it and install it. Please note that the application
must be downloaded directly to your phone - it is not possible to install the
application by downloading by some other method and then transferring it to
your phone.
When downloading the application you might be asked where it should be
installed, e.g. to the phone memory or to the memory card. The phone memory
is preferable as this will always be present, but either location is acceptable.
Once the installation has been completed you will probably be offered the option
to start/run the application or to close it. If you choose ‘Start’ you will arrive at
the Digidown Application welcome page or, on some handsets you will be asked
to begin configuring the application by choosing a language.
Running the Digidown Application
To run the Digidown Application, first locate where it has been installed. This can
vary from one phone to another. Usually this application will be found in the
phone’s ‘Applications’ folder or in the ‘Games’ folder. Select and run the
application.
Many phones provide a facility to set a short-cut to chosen applications. This can
make it very easy to find and start the Digidown Application. Please consult the
instructions for your phone for information on how to set up short cuts.
Phone Application Settings
When you start the Digidown Application for the first time, the setup wizard will
launch.
Some phones will initially ask you to choose a language, then all phones will
display a welcome screen. Press ‘Next’ to proceed.
The first stage of setup tests the Bluetooth connection to your Digidown unit.
You will be asked to press and hold the Bluetooth button on the Digidown Blue or
activate your Digidown CR by inserting a card and waiting for the Bluetooth light
to start flashing, and then press ‘Next’ on the phone. A brief test is carried out
whereby the phone searches for the Digidown unit, connects to it and then
exchanges brief messages. Some phones may ask that you pair with the
Digidown unit at this stage, if so, enter the PIN 6543. Provided that this is
successful then the success will be reported by the phone. Press ‘Next’ to move
on.
On the next setup page please enter your name and your e-mail address:
‘Your name’ should usually be your personal name (e.g. Joe Bloggs).
Alternatively it could be some other name which identifies the person or people
using the phone, maybe the company name and/or department, e.g. ‘Joe Bloggs
Transport Phone 1’.
‘Your E-mail Address’ is used as the ‘from’ e-mail address when downloaded data
is sent by e-mail. It must be a valid e-mail address. It is common for e-mails
apparently being sent from invalid addresses to be treated as junk mail and not
delivered.

Having entered your name and e-mail address, press ‘Next’. After saving these
settings press ‘Next’ to move on.
You will then be invited to send a test e-mail. Press ‘Send’ to send or ‘Skip’ to
skip the test. If you choose to send then a test e-mail will be sent to your ‘From’
e-mail address. The result of the test will be displayed on the phone. Press
‘Return’ to finish the setup procedure. Please check your normal e-mail system
to confirm that the test e-mail is received as expected.
The settings can be changed at any time by selecting ‘Setup Wizard’ on the
normal Welcome page.
File Destination (‘To’) Address and Max Files Uploaded per
Session
The e-mail address which is to receive the e-mails with the downloaded data is
saved on the memory of your Digidown unit. The ‘To’ e-mail address should be
where you would like the downloaded files to be sent. It may be your personal e-
mail address or an address specifically set up to receive your tachograph data
files. In the case of a specific address to receive the data files this can be an
address within your own organisation, or alternatively it can be an address for
the organisation which handles your data, e.g. a drivers’ hours analysis bureau.
Each downloaded data file is sent in a separate e-mail. You can download data
from one truck and/or card or from several trucks/cards before you upload the
data.
The ‘To’ email address and maximum files to be sent each time you use the
Bluetooth function can be specified as follows.
Attach your Digidown unit to a PC via the USB cable. Locate the
DigidownBlueDataDestination.exe file in the ‘updates’ folder. Alternatively, if you
have not received this file, you can download a free .zip file containing this
program from www.lisledesign.com/DigidownBlue/. ‘Unzip’ or ‘extract’ the files
before running the program. Copy this file to your computer and double click to
run (no installation is required). The current settings should be displayed. Enter
the email address and file number in the relevant boxes and click ‘configure’.
Follow the on screen instructions.
Note: As each data file is uploaded successfully that file is marked as having
been sent so that it will not be sent again next time. The original file is retained
on the memory card in case it is needed in the future.
Phone Bluetooth Settings
When uploading files or testing the link between a Digidown Blue or a Digidown
CR and a phone, the phone’s Bluetooth function will need to be enabled. If it is
already on then the upload or test will go ahead. If not, some phones will ask if
you want to enable Bluetooth. Please answer ‘yes’ and the test or upload process
will continue. If you answer ‘no’, then the test or upload will fail. With other
phones it is necessary to turn Bluetooth on before starting the Digidown
application. It will generally be found under ‘Settings’ – ‘Connectivity’ or
‘Settings’ – ‘Bluetooth’

Many phones allow the user to set whether or not the phone is visible to other
Bluetooth devices. Either setting (‘visible’ or ‘not visible’) is acceptable, but it is
generally preferable to set it to ‘not visible’ provided that this does not upset any
other device or application
Upload of Vehicle Unit and Card Data Files
To upload a data file (which has previously been downloaded to the memory card
in the Digidown unit) first start the ‘Digidown Application’ on your phone. From
the ‘Welcome’ screen select ‘Run’ and press ‘Start’. The phone will then check its
internet connection and then begin searching for a Digidown unit.
Press the Bluetooth button on the Digidown Blue unit. Initially the blue LED will
come on and then will start flashing slowly (about once every 2 –3 seconds).
Alternatively, insert a card into the Digidown CR unit and wait for the blue
Bluetooth light to begin flashing.
When the phone finds the Digidown unit (having perhaps found and rejected one
or more other Bluetooth devices) it will indicate that it has found the unit. If it is
the first time it has seen this Digidown unit it will ask for a pass code –enter
6543. It will then make a connection to the Digidown unit and start uploading
the data file to the phone.
When the upload starts the blue LED on the Digidown unit will start flashing more
quickly (about twice per second). During the upload, a progress bar will indicate
the transfer of files through the phone. Once a file has been uploaded then it will
be sent as an e-mail. Finally the phone display will indicate that the upload has
been completed and (if no more files are to be sent) will close the connection to
the Digidown unit.
If another data file is available then the file upload process will be repeated for
each file up to the session maximum number of files to be sent has been reached
or until there are no more files to upload.
Phone Message Display
Depending on the precise phone manufacturer and model, a number of different
messages might be displayed by the phone whilst using the Digidown phone
application.
‘Allow application to use connectivity applications’ – the phone is asking for
permission to use the Bluetooth function (and permission is needed). Some
phones will the offer the option ‘Allow once’, Allow for this session’ or ‘Always
allow’ – select whichever you prefer.
‘Allow network access’ or ‘Allow application to use network and send or receive
data?’– the phone is asking for permission to connect to the internet.
‘Select connection’ or ‘Select access point’ – the phone has a number of different
possible ways of connecting to the internet and you are being asked which one to
use.
Some phones support Wi-Fi. If the phone does and Wi-Fi access is available then
this can often be a lower cost way of getting internet access.

The phone might be set for access via different service provides (e.g. in the UK
O2, Orange, T-Mobile, Vodafone, etc.). In this case select the access point
matching the SIM card in the phone.
Some service providers have more than one access point –select the most
appropriate.
© Lisle Design Ltd 2017
Subject to change without notice
Lisle Design Ltd, New Technology Centre,
North Haugh, St. Andrews KY16 9SR, Scotland
Tel. [phone] Fax [phone]
E-mail [e-mail] Web www.lisledesign.com
For more
information please
contact
Digidown Phone Operating Instructions V0.5