General Information - VDO DLKPro Download Key User Manual

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Caution – Danger of explosion!
Please note that when using the DLKPro in vehicles
used for the transport of hazardous goods and/or in
areas which may be endangered by explosions, the
following safety regulation must be adhered to:
During loading and unloading of hazardous goods, the
cover of the download interface must be closed. This
means that no connection to the digital tachograph may
exist and data downloading must not take place.
Caution: To prevent damaging the DLKPro, bear the
following in mind:
• Do not use sharp-edged or pointed objects, e. g.
ballpoint pens on the touch screen.
• Only insert authorised cards into the card slot. Cards
with embossed printing and metallic cards may
damage the card slot of the integrated chip card
reader.
Note: The DLKPro is available in four versions:
• DLKPro Download Key,
• DLKPro TIS-Compact,
• DLKPro Inspection Key and
• DLKPro TIS-Compact (EE).
Legal download obligation
Note: Digital tachograph and driver card data must be
regularly downloaded.
Please observe the regulations in force in your country
for download intervals and for the data blocks which
must be downloaded.
Archiving obligation
Note: You must keep the downloaded files for the
duration of the legally prescribed period.
Please observe the regulations in force in your country
for archiving mass memory and driver card files.
DLKPro Download Key • Operating Instructions – Edition 03/2012
Data transfer
Caution: The DLKPro must never be pulled out of the
download interface or removed from the computer
during data transfer. The loaded data and the
configuration files could be corrupted.
Always wait until the data transfer process has finished.
Note: Do not use the DLKPro's USB interface while
data is being downloaded from the digital tachograph
or during the card download process. Otherwise the
data download process will be aborted.
Note: Ensure that the DLKPro is not inserted while the
vehicle is being driven. Otherwise the view of the digital
tachograph display could be restricted.
The DLKPro and the download interface of the digital
tachograph could also be damaged in a collision, or if
accidentally struck.
Data protection
The Data Protection Act requires personal data to be
protected from fraudulent use by third parties. Any
infringement of the Data Protection Act will be
prosecuted.
Note: Please take the following security precautions to
protect your personal data:
• Use a password to protect the download files stored
on the DLKPro from third-party access.
• Do not give your password to third parties.
• Change your password regularly.
• Keep your password in a safe place.
Disposal
Note: Due to the integrated rechargeable battery in the
device, legal regulations which go beyond the laws
regarding the disposal of electronic devices must be
adhered to.
Disposal in household waste is prohibited!
Please take the DLKPro to a collection point for
professional disposal or contact your service partner.
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