How to Use ELD – A Detailed Guide to Use and Installation

The driver holds an electronic recording device (ELD) that displays detailed information about his driving style.

How to use ELDs

In simple terms, using ELDs comes down to monitoring certain statuses – including: Driving, Off duty, AND On duty, not behind the wheel — all related to your driving.

These statuses are then tracked in a report that can be used to track your driving habits, either by a fleet management company or by the FMCSA, a government agency that monitors commercial vehicles.

Luckily, ELD relies on automation, so once you get it set up, you won’t have to do much. device connected to your enginewirelessly or via the diagnostic port. This allows the ELD to automatically track engine health, so you don’t have to do the manual work of tracking hours with paper logs.

In most cases, you will have a unique ID number as well as a password to log in, but beyond that, many ELDs offer a wide range of functionality, and some even include integration with dash cams and navigation systems. Check out our the ultimate ELD guide to learn more about the specific features available on these devices.