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The information, descriptions, data and illustrations in this technical description may be changed without prior notice and do not rep- resent any liability on the part of the Siemens VDO Automotive AG. The description is based on the most recent operating system and program versions at the time of printing.
Table of contents Table of Contents Overview of changes ..............III Conventions in this manual ............ VII Pictographs and their meaning ..........VIII General instructions ..............IX List of abbreviations .............. XIV Chapter 1 Product and system overview System overview ............1-3 Digital Tachograph DTCO 1381 ........
Conventions in this manual Conventions in this manual Formatting features The following formatting features will be used in order to help you more easily use this documentation: Organisation of the manual Example: Meaning: Product / system overview = Main chapter 1.1 System overview = Subchapter of 1st level 1.1.1 Brief description...
General instructions General instructions The DTCO 1381 digital tachograph with its system components is an EC recording equipment that complies with the requirements of the CR (EEC) 3821/85, last amended by the CR (EC) no.1360/2002 and CR (EC) no. 432/2004, in the following referred to as CR (EEC) 3821/ 85, annex I B.
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General instructions Handling the tachograph cards Attention! Possession of a tachograph card authorizes the holder to use the digital tachograph. The tachograph cards are person-specific (workshop cards are company-specific) and are therefore not trans- ferrable to others! An accredited workshop must securely retain, use, and administer its workshop card and PIN;...
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When separating plug-in connections, do not pull on the cable, but rather on the plugs or the proper unlocking systems only. • For mounting tasks, use only original Siemens VDO Automotive installation parts and accessories. Install undamaged compo- nents only.
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General instructions Proper use The DTCO 1381 is an EC recording equipment that complies with CR (EEC) 3821/85, annex I B for the registration, saving, display, printing, and outputting of driver-based and vehicle-based data. It may be used only for the purpose for which it is designed. Power supply The DTCO 1381 may only be connected to voltages for which it is designed and which can be seen in the wiring diagram (label).
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List of abbreviations Liquid crystal display Mobile test computer Engine speed [rpm] Newton meter (unit of torque) Pulses per metre Personal identity number Pulse range modulation Root-mean-square Revolutions per minute Received data (asynchronous received data) Service diagnosis system Stationary test computer StVZO Straßenverkehrs-Zulassungs-Ordnung (German Regu- lation authorizing the use of vehicles for road traffic)
Product and system overview 1.1 System overview System overview Display instrument Printouts DTCO 1381 KITAS 2171 Tachograph cards Download software Fig. 1 - 1: DTCO 1381 System overview The EC recording equipment DTCO 1381 consists of these indi- vidual components: •...
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Product and system overview 1.1 System overview Tachograph cards Authorities and institutions in the individual EU member states will issue the tachograph cards specified by the legislature. There are color-marked cards, arranged according to access rights and areas of activity, for the following groups of users: •...
Product and system overview 1.2 Digital Tachograph DTCO 1381 Digital Tachograph DTCO 1381 1.2.1 DTCO 1381 Device description 12:50 0km/h 100436.8km Fig. 1 - 2: DTCO 1381 Front side Display Depending on the vehicle’s operational condition, different displays will appear, see chapter 3.2 "Display variations", page 3-5.
Product and system overview 1.2 Digital Tachograph DTCO 1381 1.2.2 DTCO 1381 Rear side Fig. 1 - 3: DTCO 1381 Rear side (11) Connection diagram Label with pin assignments and connection diagram (12) Seal for battery compartment Sealing against unauthorized opening of the battery com- partment (13) Battery compartment Buffer battery installed at factory...
/ none / positive orange / orange / positive green / none / positive green / green / positive Cover 0 standard (with Siemens VDO company logo) 1 without company logo 2 customer-specific company logo Housing 0 standard 1 with spacer...
Product and system overview 1.3 KITAS 2171 KITAS 2171 KITAS 2171 is part of the EC recording equipment, it provides real- time signals and cryptologically encoded data. The signals serve for recording the distance and speed. The DTCO 1381 can detect external interferences and influences by monitoring the data communication with the KITAS 2171 and com- paring this to the real-time signal.
The sensor cable must meet certain requirements, see chapter 2.2.6 "KITAS Sensor cable", page 2-19. The Siemens VDO standard sensor cables are available in a several different lengths, for example: 2.8 m, 8.5 m, or 15 m. Fig. 1 - 7:...
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Product and system overview 1.4 Tachograph cards Driver card The driver uses the driver card to identify himself to the DTCO 1381. (white) The card is used for normal driving and permits savings, displaying, or printing of activities under this identity. Company card The company card identifies a company, authorises access to the (yellow)
Technical data 2.1 DTCO 1381 2.1.3 Connection specifications Connection plug A (power supply, CAN bus) Function Parameter 12 V version 24 V version Comments min. typ. max. min. typ. max. Term. 30 Reference potential A5 Permanent Voltage [V] 10,5 voltage Short-time (max.
Technical data 2.1 DTCO 1381 Connection plug B (KITAS 2171, data signals) Function Parameter 12 V version 24 V version Comments min. typ. max. min. typ. max. v-sensor supply (+) Voltage [V] at I = 15 mA at I = 0 mA v-sensor connected to A5 supply (–)
Technical data 2.1 DTCO 1381 Connection plug D (additional stylus, additional functions) Function Parameter 12 V version 24 V version Comments min. typ. max. min. typ. max. Additional stylus Pulse width min. 100 ms input 1 at I = 0 mA at I = 1,7 mA High Additional stylus...
Technical data 2.1 DTCO 1381 2.1.5 Technical data Measurement range 0 ... 220 km/h 2 lines with 16 characters each, illuminated, dimmable* Installation angle of display ± 30° Character height 6.3 mm Operating voltage 24 V DC or 12 V DC* Power consumption 12 V DC* 24 V DC...
Technical data 2.1 DTCO 1381 2.1.7 Printer paper Paper type Special paper approved for the DTCO 1381 Dimensions Diameter approx. 27,5 mm Width: approx. 56,5 mm Length: approx. 8 m Thickness: Ambient conditions -25 to 70 °C Order number 1381.90 03 03 00 Rear side of printer paper The test and approval marks are printed on the rear side of the printer paper.
Technical data 2.2 KITAS 2171 2.2.2 KITAS 2171.50 Integrated version Installation dimensions KITAS 2171.50 35,2 90,2 115,2 33,8 88,8 113,8 64,8 64,8 64,8 Fig. 2 - 10: Installation dimensions KITAS 2171.50 Integrated version Pin assignment Sensor supply (+) Sensor supply (–) Real time signal, v-sensor I/O data signal Fig.
Technical data 2.2 KITAS 2171 2.2.4 KITAS 2171 Technical data Integrated version Standard version 2171.20 xx 2171.50 xx 2171.0x Operational voltage U 6,5 ... 9 V DC 6,5 ... 9 V DC Power consumption max. 15 mA max. 15 mA Operating temperature Range A: -30 ...
Technical data 2.2 KITAS 2171 2.2.6 KITAS Sensor cable Fig. 2 - 15: KITAS Sensor cable (1) Bayonet connection: DIN 72585-A1-4.1 • straight • 90 ° bend • with sealing eyebolts Protection type: DIN 40050 T9-IP69K (bayonet type connection) (2) Connection plug: AMP plug shell with Junior- (yellow) Power-Timer...
Operating the DTCO 1381 3.1 General instructions General instructions 3.1.1 Handling the tachograph cards Attention! Possession of a tachograph card authorizes the holder to use the digital tachograph. The tachograph cards are person-specific (workshop cards are company-specific) and are therefore not trans- ferrable to others! An accredited workshop must securely retain, use, and administer its workshop card and PIN;...
Operating the DTCO 1381 3.2 Display variations Display variations The display is a mixture of pictograms and text. 3.2.1 Selecting the text language The language will be determined by the tachograph card that is cur- rently inserted in card slot 1, the tachograph card that was most recently inserted, or the tachograph card with the higher value, such as the company card.
Operating the DTCO 1381 3.2 Display variations 3.2.4 Standard display Menu display Explanation / meaning As soon as the vehicle starts moving, the standard display appears auto- matically. Time; the example shows local time Symbol of the displayed time with symbol ( ) = set local time without symbol ( ) = UTC time Mode;...
Operating the DTCO 1381 3.2 Display variations 3.2.7 Special displays Menu display Explanation / meaning Production status If the DTCO 1381 has not yet been activated to be an EC recording equipment, then the production status, symbol " " (1), will appear. The DTCO 1381 will not accept any tachograph cards except the workshop card.
Operating the DTCO 1381 3.3 Menu functions Menu functions Please refer to the DTCO 1381 operating instructions for detailed information on the menu functions. 3.3.1 Setting the language As an alternative to the automatic language setting by the tacho- graph card, you can individually set a preferred language. Step / menu display Explanation / meaning –...
Operating the DTCO 1381 3.3 Menu functions 3.3.3 Overview of the menu structure Functions card slot 1 Functions card slot 2 Option only available in the production status or in calibration mode 3 - 13 Edition 07/2007 Technical Description DTCO 1381...
Operating the DTCO 1381 3.3 Menu functions 3.3.5 Leaving menu functions Step / menu display Explanation / meaning – Press repetitively the button until the display "leave main menu" appears, – select " " with the button – acknowledge with the button –...
Operating the DTCO 1381 3.4 Calibration mode Menu navigation after inserting workshop card If the workshop card does not contain a preferred language or if the language is not available in the DTCO 1381, the text will appear in the language of the issuing member state, see chapter 3.2.1 "Selecting the text language", page 3-5.
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Operating the DTCO 1381 3.4 Calibration mode Step / menu display Explanation / meaning Continuation of reading the workshop card. The standard display appears; the DTCO 1381 still remains in opera- tional mode (2). The card symbol will be displayed only if the data of the driver card have been read completely.
For detailed information about the reading software, please refer to the appropriate documentation. For detailed information about a appropriate reading software, please refer to a Siemens VDO sales office or the traffic Ministry. 5. After downloading the data, make sure you always close the covering cap (1).
Data handling 4.1 Data handling Data handling The DTCO 1381 registers in the internal data memory the activities and data of all drivers and the vehicle itself over a time period of at least 365 calendar days in accordance with CR (EEC) 3821/85, annex I B.
Data handling 4.2 The flow of data and memory behaviour 4.2.2 Buffer for v-recording In two special cases, the buffer for v-recording will serve to store detailed speed data: • A large deceleration (a < -3 m/s ; such as hard braking, collision with an obstacle) –...
Data handling 4.2 The flow of data and memory behaviour 4.2.4 Data saved in the data memory The DTCO 1381 registers and saves the following legally stipulated data: Identification data of the • Name of manufacturer DTCO 1381 • Address of manufacturer •...
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Data handling 4.2 The flow of data and memory behaviour Detailed speed The following data will be registered and saved every second for the last 24 hours of driving time: • Momentary speed in km/h • Date and time Speed / rpm profiles After any use of the vehicle (from insertion to removal of the driver card), the DTCO 1381 assesses driven profiles.
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Data handling 4.2 The flow of data and memory behaviour Faults (errors) The DTCO 1381 saves faults (errors) with a resolution of one second. The following data will be saved for every fault (error): Fault Saving regulations Recorded data Card faults •...
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Data handling 4.2 The flow of data and memory behaviour Company locking data The following information is registered and saved from the last 20 company locking actions: • Lock-in – date and time • Lock-out – date and time • Number of the company card, issuing member state •...
Data handling 4.3 Tachograph cards Variable data Data on vehicles used The data about the vehicles used is saved by calendar day and time period of usage: • Vehicle registration number, registering authority of member state • Date, time, and odometer the first time the vehicle is used or the first time the card is inserted, respectively.
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Data handling 4.3 Tachograph cards Events The following events are saved on the driver card: • Power interruption • Error in communication with the KITAS 2171 • Attempt to breach security • Time overlap* • Card insertion while driving* • Last card procedure not completely correctly* * This event will be saved only when the event was caused by the inserted driver card.
Data handling 4.3 Tachograph cards 4.3.2 Workshop card All of the workshop-based data (fixed and variable) defined in CR (EEC)) 3821/85, annex I B is saved on the workshop card. An approved recording equipment manufacturer, vehicle manufac- turer, installer, or a workshop uses its card to identify itself to the DTCO 1381, enabling saving of activities under this identity.
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Data handling 4.3 Tachograph cards Location at the beginning and When the location at the beginning and end of the work time is end of the working time entered (manual entry), the following data is saved: • Date and time •...
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Data handling 4.3 Tachograph cards Faults (errors) The following faults are saved on the workshop card: • Faults of the DTCO 1381 • Card fault if the workshop card is the object of the fault The following data will be saved about faults: •...
Data handling 4.3 Tachograph cards 4.3.3 Control card All of the control authority-based data (fixed and variable) defined in CR (EEC) 3821/85, annex I B is saved on the control card. An employee of an control authority uses the card to identify himself to the DTCO 1381, enabling saving of control activities under this identity.
Data handling 4.3 Tachograph cards 4.3.4 Company card All of the company-based data (fixed and variable data about the owner or holder of the vehicle) defined in CR (EEC) 3821/85, annex I B is saved on the company card. The company representative uses the card to identify himself to the DTCO 1381, enabling saving of company activities under this identity.
Data handling 4.4 Data download Data download Driver, vehicle, and calibration data can be downloaded (copied) over the download interface from the DTCO 1381 data memory and from an inserted driver card. The legislators have planned a data download for the following cases: •...
Installation 5.1 General instructions General instructions 5.1.1 Terminology definitions Installation of the DTCO 1381 is divided into the following steps: 1. Installation Mechanical and electrical installation of the DTCO 1381 compo- nents into the vehicle. 2. Preprogramming Preprogramming of all known or operationally necessary and legally required parameters.
Installation 5.1 General instructions 5.1.4 Other instructions Proper use The DTCO 1381 is an EC recording equipment that complies with CR (EEC) 3821/85, annex I B for the registration, saving, display, printing, and outputting of driver-based and vehicle-based data. It may be used only for the purpose for which it is designed.
Installation 5.2 Instructions on installing the DTCO 1381 Instructions on installing the DTCO 1381 This chapter describes the correct installation of the DTCO 1381 components in the vehicle. Attention! Vehicles used for the carriage of dangerous goods During installation of the DTCO 1381 (ADR variant) in a vehicle for the carriage of dangerous goods it is essential to observe all addi- tional or different instructions, requirements, and work steps in chapter 6 "Installation of the ADR variant".
When separating plug-in connections, do not pull on the cable, but rather on the plugs or the proper unlocking systems only. • For mounting tasks, use only original Siemens VDO Automotive installation parts and accessories. Install undamaged compo- nents only.
Installation 5.2 Instructions on installing the DTCO 1381 5.2.2 Working on the electrical onboard power supply Caution! Danger of short circuits Before working on the onboard power supply, please observe the relevant manufacturer's instructions! • Although disconnection of the vehicle’s battery will prevent short circuits, this may also result in other secondary effects: –...
Observe the following notes when sealing the DTCO 1381 compo- nents: • When sealing, use only original tools from Siemens VDO Auto- motive and the sealing parts available as accessories. • The components can be lead-sealed during the individual oper- ating steps.
Installation 5.2 Instructions on installing the DTCO 1381 Preparing sealing tools Assembling the sealing tool To emboss the seal caps properly, equip and adjust the sealing pliers accordingly. 1. Insert an original Kienzle sealing insert (1) into the pliers and engage it using the locking screw (1a).
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Installation 5.3 Criteria for the installation site Installation angle of the DTCO 1381 + 45° - 45° Fig. 5 - 2: Installation angle of the DTCO 1381 Clearance for the installation and operation of the DTCO 1381 Fig. 5 - 3: Clearance for the installation and operation of the DTCO 1381 5 - 13 Edition 07/2007...
Installation 5.4 Tools and installation accessories Tools and installation accessories 5.4.1 Tools Fig. 5 - 6: Tools Special tools Seal crimpers Mounting tool for lead seals Removing aids (bracket) for removing of the DTCO 1381 from the installation frame (2 pieces) Special tools for disengaging the Junior-Power-Timer Standard tools You may need a standard automotive mechanic’s tool set for...
Installation 5.5 Performing the installation Performing the installation Definition Mechanical and electrical installation of the DTCO 1381 components into the vehicle. Requirements The description of installation assumes the following: • The place where the DTCO 1381 is installed meets all legal stipu- lations.
Installation 5.5 Performing the installation Checking the buffer battery The buffer battery must be replaced in the following cases to ensure reliable function of the DTCO 1381: • During installation, activation or initial calibration if the pro- duction date of the DTCO 1381 is more than 12 months ago. •...
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Installation 5.5 Performing the installation Manufacturer recommendations Fig. 5 - 8: Manufacturer recommendations • Make sure that the connection lines (1) are sufficiently long that an installed DTCO 1381 can be easily removed from its com- partment and additional connections can be realised as nec- essary.
Installation 5.5 Performing the installation 5.5.5 Sealing the KITAS 2171 to the transmission With sealing wire The following description describes the procedure for using the KITAS 2171 in the integrated, screw-in version. In the case of the other methods of installation, the procedure is identical. Fig.
Installation 5.5 Performing the installation 5.5.6 Preparing the radio compartment Assembling installation frame in the radio compartment Fig. 5 - 12: Assembling installation frame in the radio compartment 1. Insert the installation frame (1). 2. Use a screwdriver to bend up cut-outs (2) with a screwdriver and hook them onto the dashboard so that the installation frame is sitting firmly in the radio compartment.
Installation 5.5 Performing the installation 5.5.7 Connecting the DTCO 1381 to the vehicle’s onboard power supply Follow the following procedure in the proper order to connect the DTCO 1381 to the vehicle’s onboard power supply: 1. Connection plug B (motion sensor KITAS 2171, v-outputs). 2.
Installation 5.5 Performing the installation Connection plugs C and D The pin assignments and connection diagram may vary depending on the version of the DTCO 1381. Fig. 5 - 16: Connect the DTCO 1381 connection plugs C and D 1. Insert the red plug (1) into connection plug "C" and the brown plug (2) into connection plug "D"...
Installation 5.5 Performing the installation 5.5.8 Mounting the DTCO 1381 Fig. 5 - 18: Mounting the DTCO 1381 in the radio compartment 1. On the rear of the DTCO 1381 (2) press the mounting cap (5) onto the spacer (3) or the threaded bolt (4). 2.
Installation of the ADR variant 6.1 DTCO 1381 in vehicles used for the carriage of hazardous goods DTCO 1381 in vehicles used for the carriage of hazardous goods This chapter describes – supplementary to Chapter 5 "Installation" – only the additional or different instructions, requirements, and work steps for correct installation of the DTCO 1381 components in a vehicle for the carriage of dangerous goods.
Installation of the ADR variant 6.1 DTCO 1381 in vehicles used for the carriage of hazardous goods 6.1.3 Requirements for the connection of external devices The connection of external devices to the interfaces (download-, remote- or info interface pin D8) of the DTCO 1381 is permissible only when these devices fulfil the following requirements: •...
Installation of the ADR variant 6.2 Performing the installation 6.2.2 Power supply DTCO 1381 (ADR variant) Fig. 6 - 5: Power supply attachment diagram DTCO 1381 (ADR variant) 1. Separate the vehicle’s battery from the on-board power supply Interrupt the respective power circuit by removing the fuse. 2.
Preprogramming 7.1 General instructions General instructions Installation of the DTCO 1381 is divided into the following steps: 1. Installation Mechanical and electrical installation of the DTCO 1381 compo- nents into the vehicle. 2. Preprogramming Preprogramming of all known or operationally necessary and legally required parameters.
MTC 1602.04 or ATC 1601.26. Fig. 7 - 1: Siemens VDO SDS test devices MTC 1602.04 / ATC 1601.26 For the preprogramming with the Siemens VDO SDS test devices the following testing equipment must be available: BTC test software, version DTCO 1381 or higher...
Preprogramming 7.3 Performing the preprogramming Performing the preprogramming Definition Preprogramming of all known or operationally necessary and legally required parameters. Attention! During preprogramming, be absolutely certain that the DTCO 1381 is operated in the specified voltage range! 7.3.1 Legally stipulated parameters The following parameters are legally stipulated and must be prepro- grammed: •...
Preprogramming 7.3 Performing the preprogramming 7.3.4 Entering parameters Please refer to the test device instructions for information on how to enter the calibration parameters. Legally stipulated parameters The following parameters are legally stipulated and must be pro- grammed: • Vehicle identification number •...
Installation and functional test 8.1 General instructions General instructions Installation of the DTCO 1381 is divided into the following steps: 1. Installation Mechanical and electrical installation of the DTCO 1381 compo- nents into the vehicle. 2. Preprogramming Preprogramming of all known or operationally necessary and legally required parameters.
Installation and functional test 8.2 Permissible error limits Permissible error limits Distance Permissible error limit of the distance measurement (on a distance of at least 1000 m): • ± 1 % before installation • ± 2 % during installation and during the regularly inspections •...
Activation 9.1 General instructions General instructions 9.1.1 Terminology definitions Installation of the DTCO 1381 is divided into the following steps: 1. Installation Mechanical and electrical installation of the DTCO 1381 compo- nents into the vehicle. 2. Preprogramming Preprogramming of all known or operationally necessary and legally required parameters.
Activation 9.1 General instructions 9.1.4 Pairing with the KITAS 2171 • The DTCO 1381 and the KITAS 2171 are paired together auto- matically during activation (the first time a workshop card is inserted). • During the pairing process, the DTCO 1381 and the KITAS 2171 mutually authenticate each other and create a shared work key.
Activation 9.2 Checking the buffer battery Checking the buffer battery The buffer battery must be replaced in the following cases to ensure reliable function of the DTCO 1381: • During installation, activation or initial calibration if the pro- duction date of the DTCO 1381 is more than 12 months ago. •...
Activation 9.3 Performing the activation Menu navigation after inserting workshop card If the workshop card does not contain a preferred language or if the language is not available in the DTCO 1381, the text will appear in the language of the issuing member state, see chapter 3.2.1 "Selecting the text language", page 3-5.
Activation 9.3 Performing the activation 9.3.2 Removing workshop card 1. Press the ejection button of the card slot in which the workshop card is located. • The subsequent procedure is menu-guided. 2. After the card has been released (mechanical unlocking of the card), remove the workshop card from the card slot.
First calibration 10.1 General instructions 10.1 General instructions 10.1.1 Terminology definitions Installation of the DTCO 1381 is divided into the following steps: 1. Installation Mechanical and electrical installation of the DTCO 1381 compo- nents into the vehicle. 2. Preprogramming Preprogramming of all known or operationally necessary and legally required parameters.
First calibration 10.1 General instructions 10.1.4 Handling the tachograph cards Attention! Possession of a tachograph card authorizes the holder to use the digital tachograph. The tachograph cards are person-specific (workshop cards are company-specific) and are therefore not trans- ferrable to others! An accredited workshop must securely retain, use, and administer its workshop card and PIN;...
First calibration 10.2 Calibration instructions 10.2.3 Programming the UTC time Before activating the DTCO 1381 as the EU control device, unre- stricted programming of the UTC time is possible. After activation of the DTCO 1381 and one-off programming of the UTC time, this function is blocked for security reasons.
First calibration 10.2 Calibration instructions 10.2.6 Pairing with the KITAS 2171 • The DTCO 1381 and the KITAS 2171 are paired together auto- matically during activation (the first time a workshop card is inserted). • During the pairing process, the DTCO 1381 and the KITAS 2171 mutually authenticate each other and create a shared work key.
Siemens VDO SDS test devices MTC 1602.04 or ATC 1601.26. Fig. 10 - 1: Siemens VDO SDS test devices MTC 1602.04 / ATC 1601.26 For the calibration with the Siemens VDO SDS test devices the fol- lowing testing equipment must be available:...
First calibration 10.4 Checking the buffer battery 10.4 Checking the buffer battery The buffer battery must be replaced in the following cases to ensure reliable function of the DTCO 1381: • During installation, activation or initial calibration if the pro- duction date of the DTCO 1381 is more than 12 months ago.
First calibration 10.5 Performing the first calibration Attention! If the workshop determines with the inspection – according to CR (EEC) 3821/85, annex I B, paragraph IV – that the housing switch was operated or is, the law-conformal functioning of the DTCO 1381 must be proven by appropriate inspections.
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First calibration 10.5 Performing the first calibration Step / menu display Explanation / meaning If incorrect PIN entered – Acknowledge message with the button and re-enter the number. Cancel PIN entry – Press the ejection button of the card slot in which the workshop card is located.
First calibration 10.5 Performing the first calibration 10.5.2 Legally stipulated parameters The following parameters are legally stipulated and must be updated or acknowledged: • Vehicle identification number • Vehicle registration number • Country of registration • Characteristic coefficient (w-value) • Recording equipment constant (k-value)* •...
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First calibration 10.5 Performing the first calibration Device-specific parameters Depending on the variation of the DTCO 1381, other parameters that are not legally-stipulated must be updated or acknowledged: • n-constant • Drive shaft I/U • etc. Other parameter Other parameters can be updated or acknowledged if necessary: •...
First calibration 10.5 Performing the first calibration 10.5.7 Creating and sealing installation plate After the first calibration, the installation plate must be attached on, in, or directly next to the recording equipment where it will be easily visible. 1. The following information must be transferred to the instal- lation plate: •...
Regularly inspection 11.1 General instructions 11.1 General instructions 11.1.1 Personnel prerequisites In the following instructions, the manufacturer assumes that the personnel possess extensive professional knowledge, securely master the necessary technical activities, and have been trained in the use of the DTCO 1381 components as appropriate for the area of application.
Regularly inspection 11.2 Calibration instructions 11.2 Calibration instructions The CR (EEC) 3821/85, annex I B, defines the criteria for the cali- bration of EC recording equipment. Note the legal provisions applicable in your country and check, how the calibration must be performed and whether further tests of the EC recording equipment are prescribed.
Regularly inspection 11.2 Calibration instructions 11.2.5 Checking the KITAS 2171 and the KITAS sensor cable Proceed as follows to check the KITAS 2171 and the KITAS sensor cable and to check whether the KITAS sensor cable is connected directly, i.e. without branchings, at DTCO 1381 and KITAS 2171. 1.
Regularly inspection 11.3 Instructions for the regularly inspection 11.3 Instructions for the regularly inspection The DTCO 1381 with its system components is an approved EC recording equipment in compliance with CR (EEC) 3821/85, annex I B. If the DTCO 1381 is installed in a vehicle that legally requires recording equipment, the vehicle will be subject to compulsory inspections: •...
Siemens VDO SDS test devices MTC 1602.04 or ATC 1601.26. Fig. 11 - 1: Siemens VDO SDS test devices MTC 1602.04 / ATC 1601.26 For the calibration with the Siemens VDO SDS test devices the fol- lowing testing equipment must be available:...
Regularly inspection 11.5 Checking the buffer battery 11.5 Checking the buffer battery The buffer battery must be replaced in the following cases to ensure reliable function of the DTCO 1381: • During installation, activation or initial calibration if the pro- duction date of the DTCO 1381 is more than 12 months ago.
Regularly inspection 11.6 Performing the regularly inspection 11.6.1 Inserting workshop card The following description of "Inserting workshop card" is based on a DTCO 1381 that is already activated. For detailed information on activating the DTCO 1381, see chapter 9.3 "Performing the activation", page 9-8. Fig.
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Regularly inspection 11.6 Performing the regularly inspection Step / menu display Explanation / meaning If incorrect PIN entered – Acknowledge message with the button and re-enter the number. Cancel PIN entry – Press the ejection button of the card slot in which the workshop card is located.
Regularly inspection 11.6 Performing the regularly inspection 11.6.2 Legally stipulated parameters The following parameters are legally stipulated and must be updated or acknowledged: • Vehicle identification number • Vehicle registration number • Country of registration • Characteristic coefficient (w-value) • Recording equipment constant (k-value)* •...
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Regularly inspection 11.6 Performing the regularly inspection Device-specific parameters Depending on the variation of the DTCO 1381, other parameters that are not legally-stipulated must be updated or acknowledged: • n-constant • Drive shaft I/U • etc. Other parameter Other parameters can be updated or acknowledged if necessary: •...
Regularly inspection 11.6 Performing the regularly inspection 11.6.7 Creating and sealing installation plate After the first calibration, the installation plate must be attached on, in, or directly next to the recording equipment where it will be easily visible. 1. The following information must be transferred to the instal- lation plate: •...
Maintenance and cleaning 12.1 System maintenance 12.1 System maintenance The DTCO 1381 system components employ modern, maintenance- free technology. For this reason, preventive maintenance work is not required. Please refer to the appropriate documentation for maintenance instructions applicable to vehicle-specific display instruments (combi-instruments).
Maintenance and cleaning 12.2 Buffer battery Production date battery Only use batteries with a production date which is not more than 8 years ago. The production date is printed on the battery; please note the dif- ferent date code: Manufacturer / battery type Date code Vitzrocell Tekcell YY/MM...
12.2 Buffer battery 12.2.4 Replacing the buffer battery Important instructions! When replacing the battery, only use the approved Siemens VDO Automotive battery (type SB-AA02P, order number HS53.1600.057). If the DTCO 1381 is not connected to the vehicle’s voltage supply when changing the buffer battery, the device is no longer func-...
Maintenance and cleaning 12.3 Cleaning 12.3 Cleaning When dirty, use a slightly moistened cloth to clean the housing, the display, and the function keys on the DTCO 1381. Please note! Do not use solvents such as thinner or naphtha or abrasive cleaning agents because these substances will damage the device.
Events and faults 13.1 General information about messages 13.1 General information about messages The DTCO 1381 monitors the functionality of the system and auto- matically announces and registers when a legally defined event, a security breach, or a fault appears. The DTCO 1381 does the following with event, fault, or safety-vio- lation messages: •...
Events and faults 13.1 General information about messages 13.1.2 Output of warning messages on the CAN bus The DTCO 1381 sends the status of the tachograph as part of the TCO1 message (error status, data byte 4). Warning messages will be sent as "System Event (SE)". The error status is emitted on the CAN bus until the warning message is acknowledged by pressing the button Certain warning messages will be cyclically emitted on the CAN bus...
Events and faults 13.2 Displaying the event and fault memory 13.2.2 Vehicle (data memory) Purpose In this menu you can display the events and faults saved in the data memory. Step / menu display Explanation / meaning Starting from the standard display ... –...
Events and faults 13.3 Printing the event and fault memory 13.3.2 Vehicle (data memory) Purpose In this menu you can print the events and faults saved in the data memory. Step / menu display Explanation / meaning Starting from the standard display ... –...
Events and faults 13.4 Messages and troubleshooting measures 13.4.1 Overview of the messages DTCO 1381 display Messages in the display are comprised of the following elements: Pictograms or pictogram combinations (Picto.) Additional pictogram in calibration mode (AP) Error text Memory code (MC) Error code The error code can be read-out over the diagnosis interfaces (CAN or K-Line) with a test device.
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Events and faults 13.4 Messages and troubleshooting measures DTCO 1381 display Picto. Error text Error code Meaning, cause and measures 00000005B3 A printout will be delayed or cancelled. Possible causes • Printing head has overheated Measures – After a long printout, the print head temperature is too high; wait to cool.
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Events and faults 13.4 Messages and troubleshooting measures DTCO 1381 display Picto. Error text Error code Meaning, cause and measures 00000005B3 The inserted card is not a tachograph card. Possible causes • The card is not a valid tachograph card •...
Events and faults 13.4 Messages and troubleshooting measures 13.4.3 Work-time warning messages The DTCO 1381 warns the driver about excessive driving times. The DTCO 1381 calculates on the basis of the actually determined driving times and warns the driver if he will exceed the driving time (before a statutory break).
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Events and faults 13.4 Messages and troubleshooting measures DTCO 1381 display Picto. Error text Error code Meaning, cause and measures 4000003000 Fault at v-pulse output (B7). Possible causes • The connection cable between the DTCO 1381 and the attached control device is defective. •...
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Events and faults 13.4 Messages and troubleshooting measures DTCO 1381 display Picto. Error text Error code Meaning, cause and measures 8000001177 Fault or interruption in the communication with an external display instrument (reset monitoring). Measures – Check the function / configuration of the DTCO 1381, correct if necessary.
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Events and faults 13.4 Messages and troubleshooting measures DTCO 1381 display Picto. Error text Error code Meaning, cause and measures 4000000700 Printer fault. Possible causes • The printer’s supply voltage lies outside of the specified range or has failed. • The temperature of the print head is outside the spec- ified range or monitoring supplies values which are not plausible.
Events and faults 13.4 Messages and troubleshooting measures 13.4.5 Event warning messages The DTCO 1381 detects events and outputs a corresponding warning message. The warning message consists of: • Entry in the DTCO 1381 data memory • Entry on the inserted tachograph cards •...
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Events and faults 13.4 Messages and troubleshooting measures DTCO 1381 display Picto. Error text Error code Meaning, cause and measures 8000002380 Error during sensor communication. Possible causes • No data signal (B4) • KITAS 2171 not paired with the DTCO 1381 Measures –...
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Events and faults 13.4 Messages and troubleshooting measures DTCO 1381 display Picto. Error text Error code Meaning, cause and measures 4000000200 When a driver or workshop card (in card slot 1 or 2) is read it 4000000300 is determined that the card was not properly withdrawn in the last vehicle or the data was not saved properly.
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Events and faults 13.4 Messages and troubleshooting measures DTCO 1381 display Picto. Error text Error code Meaning, cause and measures 8000002452 Error during authentication of the motion sensor during operation or error during the pairing procedure. Possible causes • Error during authentication of the motion sensor during operation •...
Events and faults 13.4 Messages and troubleshooting measures 13.4.7 Other events and faults The DTCO 1381 can also monitor other system functions in addition to the legally required functionality. Other events and faults are not saved in the date memory. The error code can be read-out over the diagnosis interfaces (CAN or K-Line) with a test device, but it will not be shown on the display of the DTCO 1381.
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Events and faults 13.4 Messages and troubleshooting measures DTCO 1381 display Picto. Error text Error code Meaning, cause and measures 00000005B3 Communication error; the software upgrade was aborted. Possible causes • Software upgrade aborted by user. • Download interface of the DTCO 1381 defective. •...
Appendix 14.1 Operating conditions of the DTCO 1381 14.1 Operating conditions of the DTCO 1381 14.1.1 Standby (Power Safe Mode) In the "Standby" condition, the power consumers of the DTCO 1381 are switched off to minimise battery discharge. Under the following conditions, the DTCO 1381 will switch into the "Standby"...
Appendix 14.1 Operating conditions of the DTCO 1381 14.1.3 Overvoltage If the voltage supply of the DTCO 1381 rises above the following maximum value of the specified range, the DTCO 1381 switches to the "overvoltage" mode: • 12 V version: 17,5 V (min. 16,4 V; max. 18,6 V) •...
Appendix 14.1 Operating conditions of the DTCO 1381 If the supply voltage of the DTCO 1381 drops further below the reset threshold (5,3 - 5,5 V), the DTCO 1381 switches off. As soon as the supply voltage of the DTCO 1381 rises once more above the limit value (6,0 - 7,2 V), the DTCO 1381 runs a restart pro- cedure.
Appendix 14.2 Pictograms and pictogram combinations 14.2.2 Pictogram combinations Miscellaneous Control location Printout driver card Start time Printout vehicle / DTCO 1381 End time Entry vehicle / DTCO 1381 Begin out of scope: Recording equipment not Display driver card required End out of scope Display vehicle / DTCO 1381 Location at beginning of work day...
Appendix 14.2 Pictograms and pictogram combinations 14.2.3 Country symbols Value assignment Austria Iceland Albania Kazachstan Andorra Luxembourg Armenia Lithuania Azerbaijan Latvia Belgium Malta Bulgaria Monaco Bosnia and Herzegovina Republic of Moldavia Belarus Macedonia Switzerland Norway Cyprus The Netherlands The Czech Republic Portugal Germany Poland...
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Appendix 14.4 Explanation of printout examples Pos. / block Data block specification / explanation Information about the Driver (cardholder to which this printout refers) • Last name • First name • Card identification • Card valid until ... Vehicle identification •...
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Appendix 14.4 Explanation of printout examples Pos. / block Data block specification / explanation Daily summary Entered locations • = Beginning time with country and possibly region • = Ending time with country and possibly region • Vehicle odometer reading Summary of times with no driver card in card slot 1 •...
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Appendix 14.4 Explanation of printout examples Pos. / block Data block specification / explanation Identification of the DTCO 1381 • Tachograph manufacturer • Address of the tachograph manufacturer • Part number • Type approval number • Serial number • Year of manufacture •...
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Appendix 14.4 Explanation of printout examples Pos. / block Data block specification / explanation Handwritten information • = Location of control • = Signature of the controller • = Start time • = End time • = Signature of the driver Information about the cardholder of the recorded profile •...
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Appendix 14.5 Memory behaviour during events or faults Overview of the data record One of the 10 most recent events or faults purpose The longest event from one of the last 10 days during which an event appeared One of the 5 longest events of the last 365 days The most recent event from one of the last 10 days during which an event appeared The most serious event from one of the last 10 days during...