Big ELD Electronic Logging Device
ELD components
- Logging Device: easy to install. Simply plug ELD into a vehicle ECM port and start recording driving hours and miles automatically.
- Logbook App: easy to use app for managing hours of service logs. It connects to ELD via Bluetooth and displays recorded driving time to a driver.
- Smartphone: Big ELD app works great with most Android and iOS smartphones.
Main features
- Automatic HOS: Automatic hours of service calculation and violation alerts. Automatic recording of driving time, miles and locations.
- DOT Inspection Mode: Simply show logs on your phone or tablet. No printer needed.
- Multiple HOS Rules: Compliant with multiple HOS rules including Property/Passenger 60-hour/7-day & 70-hour/8-day.
- Compliance Monitoring: Monitor your drivers’ hours of service logs and DVIRs. Receive alerts to prevent violations.
- Fleet Tracking: Track your vehicles in real time and view their location history.
- IFTA reporting: Automatic IFTA state mileage reporting saves you time and money.
- Access Permissions: Manage permissions for fleet managers, compliance, officers, drivers, accountants, brokers and customers.
Install and connect ELD
- Locate ECM (diagnostic) port
- Install ELD
- Log into Big EDL Logbook App
- Connect ELD
Driving with ELD
- Once ELD connected, your driving time will be captured automatically.
- Once your vehicle is moving at 5mph or more, your duty status is switched to Driving.
- Your logs and other features are not available while in Driving mode due to safety reasons.
- Once your vehicle is stopped, you may change your duty status by tapping on the, status circle. The app will remind you to make a selection in 5 minutes. If no, selection is made, your duty status will be switched to On Duty.
Logs
- Today’s Log
Tap on TODAY’s log to view & manage your current log. - Logs History
View past logs & violations if any. Tap on a log you would like to view or edit. - Statuses/Events T
ap on a specific status in the events section to view location and notes. - Certify Log
Tap “Certify” and sign your log when your shift ends.
Compliance Dashboard
- Current Status
View currents statuses and locations of your drivers. Click on a driver to see details. - Real-Time Hours
View real-time hours to avoid violations and regulatory fines - Violations
Monitor violations in real time and mitigate compliance risks
Driver Details
- Hours of Service: View current status and real-time hours. Available and reset hours are calculated automatically.
- Driver Logs: View current log graph grid and last 14 logs. Click on a log, to see log details. Click “More” to view historical logs.
- Violations & Errors: Monitor violations and errors in real time. View past, violations and mitigate compliance risks.
- Details: View driver contact information, current or last known, vehicle and location.
Fleet Tracking
- Fleet Tracking: Track your vehicles and view, current locations in real time.
- Drivers Monitoring: Instantly know who is behind the, wheel and monitor drivers’ statuses.
- Issue Notifications: Receive real-time alerts for, vehicle defects, diagnostic, issues, nearing violations and, occurred violations.
Big ELD ensures FMCSA compliance and delivers safety and productivity for any fleet. It is a perfect choice for small to large fleets and owner-operators.
Documents / Resources
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Big ELD Electronic Logging Device [pdf] User Guide Electronic Logging Device, Electronic, Logging Device, Device |