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ELD FAQ 77 :Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service – Technical Specifications

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FMCSA-HOS-ELD-TECH-395-FAQ77-RESCINDED.docx (30.02 KB)

NOTE: This guidance was rescinded on March 10, 2022, and is no longer in effect.  Please see revised guidance FMCSA-HOS-ELD-TECH-395-FAQ77(2022-03-10).

 

FMCSA-HOS-ELD-TECH-395-FAQ77

 

Frequently Asked Questions: Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service – Technical Specifications

Question: Section 4.9.1 of Appendix A to Part 395 states that an ELD must use option 1 or 2 for data transfer. Can an ELD offer Web Services and USB?

Guidance: The manufacturer must select at least one complete option, either telematics (Email and Web Services) or local transfer (USB 2.0 and Bluetooth). So long as one option, which includes both methods, is met, the ELD is compliant. Manufacturers may offer additional methods if they choose.

Regulatory Topic: ELD Guidance
Effective Date: Friday, September 1, 2017
Issued Date: Friday, September 1, 2017