Stoneridge MKII Programmer

Stoneridge
Tachograph Programmer
User Manual
Document No. 6957-193 June 2006 Revision 2.3 ©Copyright Stoneridge Electronics Ltd
Manufacturers of VEEDER-ROOT Tachographs
1. INTRODUCTION.............................................................................. 4
1.1 What does the Tachograph Programmer do?........................................................ 4
1.2 With which Tachograph Types can the Programmer be used ?............................. 4
1.3 How do I use This Manual?.................................................................................... 4
1.4 What version of Tachograph Programmer Software does this Manual Support ? .. 5
2. PREPARATION FOR USE............................................................... 6
2.1 Power Supply......................................................................................................... 6
2.1.1 Battery Charging ............................................................................................ 6
2.2 Connectors ............................................................................................................ 6
2.3 Connection Harnesses........................................................................................... 8
2.4 Functions of the Keys ............................................................................................ 8
2.5 Switching On.......................................................................................................... 8
2.6 Diagnostics Menu .................................................................................................. 9
2.6.1 Diagnostics Menu - Function Descriptions .................................................... 9
2.6.2 Diagnostics Menu - Operation of Functions.................................................. 10
2.7 Selection of tachograph type ............................................................................... 12
2.8 Selection of Pulser type (Stoneridge VR8300/1400) ............................................ 12
2.9 Selection of SENDER TYPE (Stoneridge VR2400).............................................. 13
3. PROGRAMMER FUNCTIONS ....................................................... 14
4. FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS ......................................................... 17
4.1 Enter PIN Code.................................................................................................... 17
4.2 W-factor (Vehicle Characteristic Coefficient) Determination ................................ 17
4.2.1 Rolling Road (Hartridge or similar) ............................................................... 19
4.2.2 Fixed Distance Method No. 1 ....................................................................... 20
4.2.3 Fixed Distance Method No. 2 ....................................................................... 23
4.3 Bench Test (Connections) ................................................................................... 25
4.4 Distance Test....................................................................................................... 27
4.5 Speed Simulator .................................................................................................. 28
4.6 Revs per minute pulse test .................................................................................. 29
4.7 Clock Test............................................................................................................ 30
4.7.1 Clock Test – Motometer, Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000, Kienzle 1324/DTCO
and Actia Smartach ..................................................................................................... 30
4.7.2 Clock Test – Stoneridge VR8400/8300 Series and Kienzle 1314/1318/1319 31
4.8 Pair/Test Tacho. .................................................................................................. 32
4.9 Tacho Control ...................................................................................................... 32
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4.10 Identify Tacho – Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000 Series, Kienzle 1324/DTCO and
Actia Smartach................................................................................................................ 33
4.11 Read/Erase DTCs – Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000 Series, Kienzle 1324/DTCO and
Actia Smartach................................................................................................................ 34
4.12 K-Factor Test....................................................................................................... 35
4.13 DIL Calculate ....................................................................................................... 37
4.14 Time / Date. ......................................................................................................... 37
5. PROGRAMMING A TACHOGRAPH .............................................. 38
5.1 Programming Stoneridge VR8400 Series tachographs........................................ 38
5.2 Programming Stoneridge VR2400 Series tachographs........................................ 40
5.3 Programming Kienzle 1324 Series tachographs .................................................. 44
5.4 Programming Kienzle 1319 Series tachographs .................................................. 46
5.5 Programming MotoMeter EGK-100 tachographs ................................................ 49
5.6 Programming SE5000 Series tachographs .......................................................... 51
5.7 Programming DTCO Series tachographs ............................................................ 57
5.8 Programming Smartach Series tachographs ....................................................... 60
5.8 Reading of speed pulses from the front of Kienzle 1314, 1318 and 1319 ............ 63
ANNEX A - TEST HARNESSES FOR USE WITH THE TACHOGRAPH PROGRAMMER .....64
ANNEX B - DETAILS OF BENCH TEST ROUTINES................................................................69
(a) UK Bench Test .....................................................................................................................69
(b) French Bench Test ...............................................................................................................71
(c) German Bench Test .............................................................................................................74
(d) Swedish Bench Test.............................................................................................................80
(e) Dutch Bench Test.................................................................................................................82
(f) Belgian Bench Test...................................................................................................................86
(g) Programming of a Custom Bench Test ................................................................................90
(h) Digtial Tachograph Bench Test ............................................................................................91
ANNEX C - VR2400 SERIES TACHOGRAPH – DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) .....93
ANNEX D - CHARACTER MAP. ................................................................................................94
ANNEX E - LANGUAGE CODES FOR PREFERRED LANGUAGE..........................................94
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 What does the Tachograph Programmer do?
• Determines the characteristic coefficient (‘W-factor’) of a vehicle using a rolling road or either of
two different fixed-distance methods;
• Carries out bench tests of Tachographs semi-automatically;
• Checks the K-factor setting of Tachographs;
• Calculates the DIL switch settings for any valid K-factor;
• Can be used as a Tachograph speed simulator;
• Determines the appropriate pulses per engine revolution (PPR) setting for a vehicle;
• Allows Tachograph internal parameters to be Read and Checked and Reprogrammed if required
(Note: Stoneridge VR8400/2400/SE5000 Kienzle 1319/1324/DTCO, Motometer EGK100 and Actia
Smartach tachographs only);
• Allows the initiation self-test modes;
• Allows the resetting of the memory to default values;
• Can carry-out a Tachograph Clock Test;
• Can analyse the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) stored internally in the Stoneridge
VR2400/SE5000, Kienzle 1324/DTCO and Actia Smartach Tachographs (see Annex C for a full
list of DTCs);
• Includes internal diagnostics routines to confirm that the Programmer is functioning correctly.
1.2 With which Tachograph Types can the Programmer be used ?

The Tachograph Programmer can be used with all available types of electronic tachographs, i.e.
Stoneridge VR1400/8300/8400/2400/SE5000, Kienzle 1314/1318/1319/1324/DTCO, MotoMeter
EGK-100 and Actia Smartach.
1.3 How do I use This Manual?

This manual describes, in detail, all the functions performed by the Tachograph Programmer. The
Tachograph Programmer can be used with all electronic tachographs, many of which require
slightly different procedures.
To make it easier to find the information you require, the manual is structured as follows:
Chapter 2: PREPARATION FOR USE
Basic instructions for starting to use the Programmer, including checking and charging the battery,
and how to select the Tachograph type to be programmed.
Chapter 3: MAIN MENU PROGRAMMER FUNCTIONS
Briefly describes the functions performed by the Programmer. A quick-reference Table (Table 1)
lists the functions available for each Tachograph type and the harnesses that are required for each
Programmer function.
Chapter 4: FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS AND DETAILS OF TEST PROCEDURES
This gives a more detailed description of the different functions available in the Tachograph
Programmer and provides Step-by-step procedures for carrying out the various Tachograph tests
and functions.
Chapter 5: PROGRAMMING A TACHOGRAPH
Once the various Tachograph parameters have been determined (using the Tests described
previously), the values determined must be sent to the Tachograph so that it can be updated with
the correct parameter values.
1.4 What version of Tachograph Programmer Software does this Manual Support ?
This manual covers the Tachograph Programmer functionality for Software version Rev2.03. The
determination of the current Software Version in a Tachograph Programmer is described in
section 2.6 (Diagnostics Menu – ROM Test).
A Tachograph Programmer with an older version of Software can be upgraded to the current
version (i.e., version Rev2.03). For further information on programmer software upgrades, please
contact Stoneridge via E-mail at “sales@elc.stoneridge.com”.
A Programmer upgrade is done using a Standard PC running a dedicated installation Program

which is available on a Programmer Upgrade CD.
The PC (Serial Communications Port) is connected to the Programmer (Socket D on Figure 1) via
a Field Download Cable (Part Number: 7780-953).
2. PREPARATION FOR USE
2.1 Power Supply

The Tachograph Programmer is powered from an internal rechargeable nickel metal hydride
battery pack. The voltage of the Battery Pack may be checked at any time by selecting Battery
Detect from the Diagnostics Menu - see section 2.6 (Diagnostics Menu – Battery Detect) for
details.
The 9.6V Battery Pack has a capacity of 600mA/hr. The idle current of the programmer is
approximately 30mA, rising to a maximum of 78mA when in normal use. Standard use of the
communications features results in a current consumption of around 45mA. The OFF state current
consumption is around 35 A, which maintains the function of the Programmers internal
temperature compensated real-time clock. Based on these figures, a fully charged battery pack
should give a continuous power on time of approximately 13 hours. Assuming a badly degraded
battery, the programmer should have an expected worst case power-ON time of around 7 hours
before recharge is required.
2.1.1 Battery Charging

The battery is recharged using the AC charger supplied in the Programmer kit (illustrated as
Harness I in ANNEX A - ). When fully discharged, the battery will take approximately 14 hours to
recharge. The unit will then operate for at least 8 hours before requiring recharging. To conserve
battery charge, the unit will switch off automatically after 10 minutes of non-use (except when in a
bench test mode) or if the Voltage drops below 8V - the Critical voltage - below which tests can
become inaccurate.
The Programmer should NOT be continuously connected to the charger after an overnight
charge. This can greatly reduce the Batteries performance, and in extreme cases destroy the
Battery.
2.2 Connectors
The Tachograph Programmer has three connectors on the end of the unit above the display and
two others on the side and on the bottom, as shown on Figure 1 (see below).
A. 6-pin DIN socket for connection of battery charging unit, bench test leads, pulser leads for rolling
road or fixed distance calibration and Stoneridge VR8400 programming leads.
B. 4-pin DIN socket for connection of flexi-switch.
C. 8-pin DIN socket for connection of Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000, Kienzle 1319/ 1324/DTCO,
MotoMeter and Actia Smartach tachographs.
D. RJ11 Socket used for upgrading the Programmer Software version.
E. Smartcard Connector. Smartcards are capable of storing digital information so that the data
stored can be read by suitable electronic devices. The MKII Tachograph Programmer has a
smartcard slot which may be utilised in the future for a variety of uses including security.
FIGURE 1: MKII TACHOGRAPH PROGRAMMER OUTLINE
Socket B Socket C Socket A
Socket D Socket E
2.3 Connection Harnesses
A range of different connection harnesses is supplied in the Programmer kit to allow many
different connections to tachograph systems according to the functions required. These are
illustrated and described in Annex A, and are referred to as appropriate throughout this manual.
2.4 Functions of the Keys

MENU - Press to return to the MAIN MENU
ENTER - Either selects a setting to be changed or terminates an entry.
- Cycles through the options available for a particular setting. Press either of
these keys as appropriate to move to the required function and then press
ENTER to select.
SEND - Sends parameter information to the attached tachograph.
DELETE - Allows deletion of the entered value.
0 ... 9 - Numeric keys for entry of numeric values. They also have the secondary
function as shortcut keys (see below) and the tertiary function of inputting
letters.
- The 1 and 4 keys have an additional function and are used to alter the speed
in a speed test.
ON/OFF - Used for turning the instrument on and off. Note that if the unit is left for 10
minutes without any keys being pressed then the unit will turn off
automatically (except in bench test mode).
Shortcut keys- to facilitate faster and easier use of the Programmer, the number keys also
have shortcut key functions (the shortcut keys are only active if the Tachograph
type selected supports the function). The shortcuts are as follows:
1- Rolling Road test.

2- Fixed Distance #1 test.
3- Fixed Distance #2 test.
4- Clock test.
5- R.P.M. Pulse test.
6- K-Factor test.
7- Read All Data.
8- Modify Data.
9- Send All Data.
2.5 Switching On
To switch ON the Tachograph Programmer, press the ON/OFF button on the keyboard. The unit
will first display a copyright message and the software version and then, after an audible beep, will
display the MAIN MENU. From this menu the required functions may be selected.
If the ENTER key is held down while switching ON, the Programmer will request a Pass code –
type “8642” and press “ENTER” – the Programmer will then enter the Diagnostics Menu. Please
note that the use of the Pass code is only to prevent unwanted entry to the Diagnostics Menu. The
Diagnostics functions are described in Section 2.6.
2.6 Diagnostics Menu
Within the Tachograph Programmer there are a number of additional functions provided which
carry out various self-test functions and which allow setting of various default values.
To gain access to the internal utilities, first ensure that the Tachograph Programmer is turned off.
Press and hold the ENTER key and then turn on the unit by pressing the ON key. As the unit
turns on it will emit a beep as usual, but in this case will request a Pass code – type “8642” and
press “ENTER” – the Programmer will then enter the DIAGNOSTICS MENU.
2.6.1 Diagnostics Menu - Function Descriptions

Language Select - The MKII Tachograph Programmer may be operated in a number of
different languages. The available languages are dependant on the
Tachograph Programmer type.
Set Time and Date - This is used to set the time (24 hour clock) and date (ddMMyyyy format)
used by the Programmer.
Fixed Distance Length - This allows the Length of the Fixed Distance Track (used in Programmer
Fixed-Distance Tests) to be altered between 20 and 1000m (previously
this was fixed at 20m permanently).
Hardware Test - This function is used in conjunction with an external test jig for
conformance testing. It is for use by SE personnel only.
Keyboard Test - This enables the user to check that the keyboard is fully functional by
pressing each key in turn.
Display Test - This causes the unit to display a visual routine so that the user can check
that the display is functioning correctly.
ROM Test - This function can be used to check the Programmer’s internal read-only
memory (ROM) and display the result.
Battery Detect - This is used to check the Voltage of the Programmer’s internal battery
pack. If within tolerance, message “Battery OK!” should be displayed. If
not then the battery needs recharging.
Frequency Test - Used during conformance testing to calibrate the accuracy of the clock
within the Tachograph Programmer. This function is for use by SE
personnel only.
Set calib no. - This enables a user to enter a default identification string for a particular
tachograph fitting station. Generally this is the identification issued by the
approvals authority.
Bench test type - This allows the selection of the appropriate bench test for any given
country. Standard bench tests are pre-programmed for several countries;
selecting the Custom bench test option allows a user to define a different
test sequence. See Annex B for details of the Bench Tests available and
instructions for programming a custom bench test.
2.6.2 Diagnostics Menu - Operation of Functions
With the Programmer OFF, press and hold the Enter PIN
ENTER key and switch the device ON. :8642
To prevent unintentional use of the

Diagnostic functions, a pass code will be
requested. Type in 8642, and press
ENTER. By pressing the ← or → keys the
required function may then be displayed.
Language Select - Press ENTER and the DIAGNOSTICS MENU

current language and the characters ← → will :Language Select
be displayed (on the right of display).
Press the required key (← or →) until the

required language is shown and then press
ENTER again to make the selection
permanent.
The language selected will then be used for all SELECT LANGUAGE
the operating menus until a different language :English ←→
is selected.
Press MENU once to return to the

DIAGNOSTICS MENU.
Set time & date - Press ENTER and type in DIAGNOSTICS MENU
the time in the format shown on the screen. :Set time & date
Press ENTER after setting the time to set the Time: HHmm
date in the format shown on the screen. :09:45
When the time and date have been set, press Date: ddMMyyyy
ENTER to confirm the settings. :01/07/2003
Note : The time entered should be UTC time.
Fixed Dist leng – Press ENTER to display the DIAGNOSTICS MENU

Fixed Distance Length. :Fixed Dist leng
Press ENTER to change the distance (Note: Enter distance

Range is 20 to 1000m). Enter the distance :20 m
required and press the ENTER key to accept.
Press MENU to return to the Diagnostic Menu.
Hardware Test – This test is to be applied by DIAGNOSTICS MENU

the manufacturer only. :Hardware Test
Keyboard Test - Press ENTER and then DIAGNOSTICS MENU
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press the correct key when prompted. When :Keyboard Test
the test is successfully completed the
message: Keyboard OK! will appear briefly on
the screen.
Display Test - Press ENTER to start the test DIAGNOSTICS MENU

procedure. :Display Test
The default contrast is 25% but this may be Adjust contrast

changed using keys 1 or 4. :25%
Press ENTER and the test runs automatically.
ROM Test - Press ENTER to start the test DIAGNOSTICS MENU

procedure. :ROM Test
The Checksum will appear after a brief (c)2006 Rev 2.03

interval. :Checksum = XXXX
Press the MENU key once to return to the

Diagnostics Menu.
Note that the actual checksum value will depend on

the version of software in the Programmer.
Battery Detect - Press ENTER to start the DIAGNOSTICS MENU

test procedure. :Battery Detect
The battery voltage will appear after a brief Battery OK!

interval. :11.239V
Press the MENU key once to return to the

Diagnostics Menu.
Frequency Test – This test is to be applied by DIAGNOSTICS MENU

the manufacturer only. :Frequency Test
Set calib no. - Press ENTER to view the DIAGNOSTICS MENU

current calibration number. :Set calib no.
Press ENTER a second time to change the Set calib no.

calibration number if necessary. SE 1234
Once the number has been changed, press

ENTER a third time to confirm the new values.
Press the MENU key to return to the

DIAGNOSTICS MENU.
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Benchtest type - Press ENTER to display the DIAGNOSTICS MENU
current Benchtest type. :Benchtest type
Use the ← or → keys to select UK, French, Benchtest type

German, Swedish, Dutch, Belgium or to :UK ←→
Custom the bench test procedure.
Press ENTER to select the required type.
2.7 Selection of tachograph type

Before using the Programmer, the model of tachograph
being calibrated must be selected from the Main Menu. VR2400 MAIN MENU
When the Programmer is switched on the first item displayed :TACHO SELECT
on the MAIN MENU is TACHO SELECT. From elsewhere in
the MAIN MENU press the ← or → keys until TACHO
SELECT is displayed.
Press ENTER and the TACHO TYPE menu will be displayed.

Press ENTER again and then use the ← or → keys to select TACHO TYPE
the appropriate tachograph type (Stoneridge :2400 Series
VR2400/8400/8300/1400/SE5000 series, Kienzle
1324/1319/1318/ 1314/DTCO, Motometer EGK-100 and
Actia Smartach). Press ENTER to make the selection and then MENU to return to the MAIN
MENU.
2.8 Selection of Pulser type (Stoneridge VR8300/1400)

For Stoneridge VR8300 or VR1400 series tachographs, the VR1400 MAIN MENU
pulser type to be used must also be selected. This is to :PULSER SELECT
ensure that any calibration factor determined is correct.
With the Programmer at the MAIN MENU and displaying

PULSER TYPE
PULSER SELECT, press ENTER and PULSER TYPE will be
:8 Pulses/Rev ← →
displayed. Use the ← or → keys to select the appropriate
pulser type. Press ENTER to make the selection and then
MENU to return to the MAIN MENU.
Note: The 2 pulse/rev option should only be selected when the tachograph is fitted with a
Stoneridge Veeder-Root 2-pulse sender. The 8 pulse/rev option must be selected for all other
pulsers regardless of the actual number of pulses per rev from the sender.
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2.9 Selection of SENDER TYPE (Stoneridge VR2400)
For Stoneridge VR2400 series tachographs, the sender type VR2400 MAIN MENU
may be selected. :PULSER SELECT
SENDER TYPE
: Encrypted ← →
With the Programmer at the VR2400 MAIN MENU and displaying PULSER SELECT, connect a
Cable U between the Programmers’ Socket ‘C’ and the 2400 Tachograph and then press ENTER.
Use the ← or → keys to scroll through the options until the preferred sender type is displayed.
Press ENTER and again to confirm the selection. The four choices available for sender Type are:
Encrypted, 4-Wire, 3-Wire and Magnetic.
Please note that for all other Tachograph types no sender type is selectable.
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3. PROGRAMMER FUNCTIONS
This Chapter briefly describes all the MKII Programmer functions and lists the required harnesses in
Table 1. A full description of each function is included in Chapter 4.
• Tacho Select - this function allows the operator to specify the tachograph type that is to be
calibrated or tested by the Programmer (see section 2.7 for more details).
• Pulser Select (Stoneridge VR8300/1400 and Kienzle 1314) – this function allows the operator
to specify the pulser type (or sender type for VR2400) that is being used with the current
tachograph (see sections 2.8 and 2.9 for more details).
• Rolling Road Test (all) - this function finds the “W” factor of the vehicle using the Hartridge (or
similar) Rolling Road (see section 4.1.1 for more details).
• Fixed Distance #1 Test (all) - this function finds the “W” factor of the vehicle using the
Physical method 20m track (see section 4.1.2 for more details).
• Fixed Distance #2 Test (all) - this function finds the “W” factor of the vehicle using the
Physical method 20m track with Flexi-Switch (see section 4.1.3 for more details).
• Bench Test (all) - this semi-automatic function assists the fitter to bench test the tachograph
using a series of commands displayed on the screen (see section 4.2 for details of Bench Test
connections and Annex B for full details of all Bench Test Routines).
• Speed Simulator Test - this function injects speed pulses into the tachograph for checking of
tachograph speed pointer, overspeed warning, or stylus positions on chart (see section 4.3 for
more details).
• RPM Pulse Test (Stoneridge VR2400/8400/8300, Kienzle1318, Motometer EGK100, 4-stylus

tachographs only) - this function is used to find the “Pulse Per Engine Rev” from the “W”
terminal on the alternator or a revs sender (see section 4.4 for more details).
• Clock Test - this function checks the accuracy of the tachograph clock. The function is
automatic for Motometer EGK100 tachograph, Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000, Kienzle
1324/DTCO and Actia Smartach but uses an optional external clock-tester for other
tachographs (see section 4.5 for more details).
• Tacho Control (Stoneridge VR8400/2400 and Kienzle 1324) - this function is used to put the
tachograph into either the “Self Test” or the “Extended Test” mode, to Reset the tachograph
memory to the “Default state” or to pair a tachograph with a sender (2400/1324 only) (see
section 4.8 for more details).
• Identify Tacho (Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000, Kienzle 1324/DTCO and Actia Smartach) – this
function interrogates the tachograph via the K-line and determines the System supplier,
Manufacture date, Serial number, Hardware version, Software number, Software version and
System name (see section 4.9 for more details).
• Read/Erase DTCs (Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000, Kienzle 1324/DTCO and Actia Smartach) -

enables the Diagnostic Trouble Codes in the tachograph to be displayed on the Programmer
and then erased if required (see section 4.10 for more details).
• Read all data/ Modify data/ Send all data (Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000, Kienzle
1319/1324/DTCO, EGK100 and Actia Smartach) - these functions interrogate the tachograph
via the K-line to allow the fitter to change the various settings on the tacho and program all the
data set-up in the Programmer in a single operation (see Chapter 5 for more details).
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• Program Tacho (Stoneridge VR8400) - this function can be used to select various settings
such as “Ignition Recording On” and “Overspeed Setting” (see section 5.1 for more details)..
• K-factor Test (Stoneridge VR8400 and Kienzle 1319, 1318, 1314) - this function measures the
“K” factor currently set on the tachographs (see section 4.11 for more details).
• DIL calculate (Stoneridge VR8400/8300/1400, Kienzle1318) - this function eliminates the need
to look up calibration tables (see section 4.12 for more details).
• Time/Date (Stoneridge SE5000, Kienzle DTCO, Actia Smartach) – this function allows the
time/date, and time offset in the tachograph to be read and modified.
• Pair/Test (Stoneride SE5000, Kienzle DTCO) – this function can be used to pair the sender,
and allow a number of tests to be carried out on the tachograph.
Table 1: Available functions and required harnesses
Tachograph VR240 VR840 VR830 VR140 K1324 K1319 K1318 K1314 Moto- SE500 DTCO Smar-
0 0 0 0 Meter 0 tach
Function EGK10
0
Rolling U or D G+J or G+J or K W or D G+O+J G+J or G+J or N Z or D Z or D Z or D

Road D D D L
Fixed Dist U or D G+J or G+J or K W or D G+O+J G+J or G+J or N Z or D Z or D Z or D

#1 D D D L
Fixed Dist U or D G+J or G+J or K W or D G+O+J G+J or G+J or N Z or D Z or D Z or D

#2 D D D L
Bench Test C G+S+J C K C or O G+O+J G+S+J G+T+J C+M Z Z Z

or C or C or C or L or N
Speed U or C G+S+J C K W or C G+O+J G+S+J G+T+J C+M Z Z Z
Simulator or C or C or C or L or N
RPM Pulse E E E - W - E - N - - -
Test
Clock Test U Clock Clock - W Clock Clock Clock N Z Z Z

Tester Tester Tester Tester Tester
Tacho U G+J - - W or C - - - N - - -
Control
Identify U - - - W - - - - Z Z Z
Tacho
Read/Erase U - - - W - - - - Z Z Z
DTCs
Table 1: Available functions and required harnesses (continued)
Tachograp VR240 VR840 VR830 VR140 K1324 K1319 K1318 K1314 Moto- SE500 DTCO Smar-
h 0 0 0 0 Meter 0 tach
EGK1
Function 00
15
Send All U G+J - - W P - - N Z Z Z
Data
Modify U - - - W P - - N Z Z Z
Data
Read All U - - - W P - - N Z Z Z
Data
Program - G+J - - - - - - - - - -
Tacho
K-Factor - G+J - - - G+O+ G+J G+J - - - -

Test J
Pair / Test - - - - - - - - - Z Z -
Time / Date - - - - - - - - - Z Z Z
Enter PIN - - - - - - - - - Z - -
Notes:
(1) Fixed Distance #2 also requires the Flexi Switch.
(2) DIL Calculate and Tacho Select and Pulser Select do not require any connections.
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4. FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS
This chapter describes the application of the Tests available in the MKII Tachograph Programmer,
gives details of the connections required for each and provides a step-by-step instruction guide for
each function for the inexperienced user.
4.1 Enter PIN Code.

In order to read or inject pulses or to write data via the front programming connector of a digital
tachograph, the tachograph must be put into calibration mode. Calibration mode consists of a
valid workshop card being inserted into the tachograph, and a PIN code entered.
In the case of the SE5000 the PIN code can be entered either through the tachographs keypad, or
via the programmer. A PIN code function is available through the Main Menu, but the programmer
may also prompt for a PIN code if a function is attempted while the tachograph is not in calibration
mode.
Entering a PIN through the programmer operates in a similar manner to SMS messaging.
Continually pressing a key will cycle through a list of characters under that key. Pressing a new
key or waiting for approx 5 seconds, will move to the next character. Pressing Enter will ask the
tachograph to authenticate the PIN. If too many characters are entered, use the arrow and delete
keys to correct.
The list of characters under each key is detailed in Annex D
In the case of the DTCO the PIN code can only be entered through the tachograph keypad.
Insert the workshop card into the tachograph, and insert the front connector from the programmer
into the Tachograph.
From the MAIN MENU select ENTER PIN SE5000 MAIN MENU
using the ← and → keys. Press ENTER. :ENTER PIN
The programmer should request the code to Enter PIN

be entered. Enter the correct Code for the :
workshop card and Press Return
4.2 W-factor (Vehicle Characteristic Coefficient) Determination

The MKII Tachograph Programmer can use three different methods of determining the W-factor
for a vehicle, namely Rolling Road, Fixed Distance #1 and Fixed Distance #2. In each case the
W-factor (revs/km for a 2-pulse sender or pulses/km for other senders) is determined and
displayed. Where appropriate the correct setting of the tachograph DIL switches is indicated.
The choice of the method to be used will depend on the other facilities available. However, the
connections between Programmer and tachograph or sender are the same for all three of the
calibration methods used:
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Table 2: W-factor Test connections
Tachograph Harness Connection
Stoneridge VR2400 U or Connect to front of tachograph or directly to the

Series D vehicle sender.
Stoneridge VR8400/ G+ Jack plug of harness G to socket inside front of

8300 Series, clip J Tachograph
or D only DIN plug of harness G to Programmer socket A;
Use Crocodile clip J to make required ground

connection to a suitable point on the vehicle.
Stoneridge VR1400 K DIN plug of harness K to Programmer socket A;

Series
connect appropriate black plug into socket on
back of tachograph;
connect other black plug directly to vehicle

sender.
Kienzle 1314 G+J or L only As 8400 or
DIN plug of harness L to Programmer socket A;
Connect appropriate white plug into socket on

back of tachograph;
Connect other white plug directly to vehicle

sender.
Kienzle 1318 C or G+J Jack plug of harness G to socket inside

tachograph
DIN plug of harness G to Programmer socket A;

Or DIN plug of harness C to socket A on

Programmer and other end to socket B of
tachograph.
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Kienzle 1319 C or G+O+J Jack plug of harness G to socket on harness O
and 8 way connector of O to socket inside
tachograph.

Or DIN plug of harness C to socket A on

Programmer and other end to socket B of
tachograph.
Kienzle1324 W DIN plug to Programmer socket C. Other end to

D-shaped socket on front of tachograph.
MotoMeter EGK-100 N One DIN plug of harness N to Programmer

socket A;
Other DIN plug to MotoMeter programming

socket.
SE5000/DTCO/ Z DIN plug to Programmer socket C. Other end to

Smartach D-shaped socket on front of tachograph.
All tachographs (Fixed Flexi-switch Connect to Programmer socket B, and mount

Distance #2 test) flexi-switch on vehicle chassis.
Where a suitable connection is not available on the front of the tachograph to read pulses from the
sender, it is necessary to make a connection direct to the sender, using Harnesses D (Stoneridge
VR8300/8400/2400/SE5000 series, Kienzle 1319/1324/DTCO Series and Actia Smartach), K
(Stoneridge VR1400 series) and L (Kienzle 1314). The tachograph is bypassed completely when
using these harnesses, and a separate ground connection is not required.
4.2.1 Rolling Road (Hartridge or similar)

This method uses the Tachograph Programmer in conjunction with a rolling road. The vehicle to
be calibrated is positioned with its driving wheels on the rollers of the rolling road and is then
driven at a constant speed of 50km/h. The Tachograph Programmer will then determine the W-
factor.
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Procedure
Select ROLLING ROAD from the Main Menu, and follow the instructions as displayed below;
From the MAIN MENU select ROLLING VR2400 MAIN MENU

ROAD (shortcut key 1)using the ← and → :ROLLING ROAD
keys. Press ENTER.
Increase the speed of the vehicle as indicated Hold at 50km/h

by the rolling road equipment until it is steady ENTER to Start
at 50km/h.
Press ENTER and the Programmer will start Hold at 50 km/h

counting pulses. The pulses will be audible as Reading pulses
low-pitched clicks.
After about 15 seconds it will emit an audible W=8000 K=8000

beep and the measured W-factor will be
displayed. If appropriate for the selected DIL=_23_____9_
tachograph type the measured K-factor and
the required DIL switch setting will be
displayed. For Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000,
Kienzle 1319/DTCO, MotoMeter EGK-100 and
Actia Smartach tachographs the required W-
factor will be retained in the Programmer (until
the Programmer is turned off) ready for later
programming of the tachograph, as described
in Chapter 5.
Note: In the case of the message ERROR! ERROR! CHECK

CHECK CONNECTIONS being displayed, CONNECTIONS
ensure that the ground connection is made
correctly. Otherwise check the other
connections.
4.2.2 Fixed Distance Method No. 1

This method typically uses the 20m measured distance often available at tachograph fitting
stations, but it is possible to set to any distance from 20 to 1000m as required. The Fixed
Distance Length can be adjusted via the Diagnostics Menu (see Section 2.6).
Care must be taken to ensure that the Fixed Distance Length set and the actual track length are
the same, otherwise the W-Factor determined will be incorrect.
The vehicle is driven along the measured track and measurements made at either end of the track
are fed into the Programmer, from which the W-factor is determined.
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Notes:
1. This method is only suitable for use where the pulser on the vehicle continues to produce
pulses even when the vehicle is moving very slowly.
2. It is not suitable for use with many proximity senders.
3. It is not suitable for use with 80mph scale tachographs.
4. If testing a Kienzle 1319 tachograph, ensure that the km/h scale is selected (see Section 5.4 for
details).
Procedure
A B
20 metre track
Pointer
Distance 1 Distance 2
To use Fixed Distance Method No. 1 reliably, a method is needed of indicating accurately when
the vehicle is at the beginning and end of the measured distance. For the duration of the test some
form of pointer should be attached to the vehicle with its pointing end close to the ground. The
vehicle is driven such that the pointer passes directly over the marks at either end of the measured
distance. It is then much easier to measure the distance between each mark and the point at
which the next pulse occurs.
When attaching the pointer to the vehicle it is preferable to fix it to a point rigidly attached to the
chassis (e.g. the end of the front bumper) and not to the cab which is often sprung.
Select FIXED DISTANCE #1 from the Main Menu, and follow the instructions displayed in the
step-by-step details of the procedure that follow;
Select FIXED DISTANCE #1 on the MAIN VR8400 MAIN MENU

MENU (shortcut key 2) using the ← and → :FIXED DIST #1
keys, and press ENTER.
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Move the vehicle to the beginning of the 20m Drive to point A
track (position A) such that the pointer is over Press <ENTER>
the marker at the beginning of the track and
then press ENTER.
Move the vehicle slowly forward until an <ENTER> when new

audible beep is heard indicating that a pulse pulse received
has been received. Stop the vehicle and
press ENTER.
Measure in mm the distance just moved by Enter Distance 1

the vehicle from point A. Key this distance : mm
into the Programmer as Distance 1 and press
ENTER to terminate the entry.
Move the vehicle to the end of the 20m track <ENTER> when at
(position B), again so that the pointer is over position B
the marker, and press ENTER. Low-pitched
clicks will be heard as the pulses are received.
Move the vehicle slowly forward again until a <ENTER> when new
louder audible beep is heard indicating that a pulse received
pulse has been received. Stop the vehicle
and press ENTER.
Measure in mm the distance just moved by Enter Distance 2

the vehicle from point B. Key this distance : mm
into the Programmer as Distance 2 and press
ENTER to terminate the entry.
The W-factor measured for run #1 will be End of run #1

displayed. Press ENTER. W factor = 8005
Repeat steps 2 to 7, this time moving back

from point B to point A.
Repeat steps 2 to 7 once more in each W=8000 K=8000

direction giving a total of two runs in each
direction. The measured W-factor will be DIL=_23_____9_
displayed at the end of each run. After keying
in the last distance and pressing ENTER, the
W-factor for the last run will be displayed.
Press ENTER again and the average of the
measured W-factors for the four runs will be
displayed, as well as the K-factor.
The required W-factor will be retained in the Programmer (until the Programmer is turned off)
ready for later programming of the tachograph.
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If appropriate for the selected tachograph type the required DIL switch setting will also be
displayed. For Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000 Series, Kienzle 1319/DTCO, MotoMeter and Actia
Smartach tachographs the required W-factor will be retained in the Programmer (until the
Programmer is turned off) ready for later programming of the tachograph.
Note: For best accuracy two runs should be carried out in each direction rather than four in
one direction since this will take account of any slight gradient of the track.
4.2.3 Fixed Distance Method No. 2

This method typically uses the 20m measured distance often available at tachograph fitting
stations, but it is possible to set to any distance from 20 to 1000m as required. The Fixed
Distance Length can be adjusted via the Diagnostics Menu (see Section 2.6).
Care must be taken to ensure that the Fixed Distance Length set and the actual track length are
the same, otherwise the W-Factor determined will be incorrect.
The vehicle is driven along the measured track but all measurements are automatically carried out
by the Programmer, which then automatically determines the W-factor.
To simplify the measurements at each end of the measured distance a flexi-switch is used which
makes contact with a marker at each end of the track. There is then no requirement for any
operator intervention - the only requirement is to drive the vehicle the length of the track at a
reasonably constant speed (roughly walking pace) such that the flexi-switch hits the markers at
either end of the track.
Note: this method is not suitable for use with 80mph scale tachographs. If testing a Kienzle 1319
tachograph, ensure that the km/h scale is selected (see Section 5.4 for details).
Benefits of Fixed Distance Method No. 2

• Easy to use. No manual intervention required.
• Works with all types of pulser including those which stop generating pulses at low speeds.
• Cheap to use - avoids the need to invest in a rolling road
• Very accurate. The measurement accuracy is significantly greater than that of a rolling road. This
method can thus be used to check the accuracy of a rolling road.
A B
20 metre track
Flexi-Switch End-of-track Markers
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Procedure
Fixed Distance Method No. 2 requires the vehicle to be driven such that a flexi-switch attached to
the vehicle strikes a marker at either end of the fixed track. To maintain the measurement
accuracy the flexi switch should be attached to a part of the vehicle rigidly attached to the chassis
such as the front bumper.
Ideally the flexi-switch should be mounted with its operating lever pointing vertically downwards
and the markers should be placed on the ground. Alternatively, the flexi-switch may be mounted
with its operating level pointing horizontally to strike against vertical posts.
The markers at either end of the track are best implemented using wooden or concrete blocks,
ideally about 1m long with sides 100 to 150mm. Steel joist material is particularly suitable. The
requirement is to have a marker which will have a well defined point of contact with the flexi-switch
and which will not move during the test.
Although it is perfectly acceptable to mount the flexi-switch on the side of the vehicle with the
markers to the side of the vehicle, some difficulty may be experienced in ensuring that the switch
hits the markers repeatedly. A better arrangement is to mount the switch centrally on the front of
the vehicle and arrange the markers such that the vehicle passes directly over them.
Select FIXED DISTANCE #2 from the Main Menu, and follow the instructions displayed in the
step-by-step details of the procedure that follow;
Select FIXED DISTANCE #2 on the MAIN KZ1319 MAIN MENU

MENU (shortcut key 3) using the ← and → :FIXED DIST #2
keys, and press ENTER.
Move the vehicle to a position a short distance Drive to point A

before the beginning of the 20m track (position Press <ENTER>
A) such that the flexi-switch lever is in line with
the marker at the beginning of the track and
then press ENTER.
Drive the vehicle at a reasonably constant Drive to point B

speed past markers at points A and B. A low Reading pulses .
pitched click will be heard as each pulse is
received and, at the same frequency as the Drive to point B
clicks, a visual indicator will be displayed as Reading pulses
shown. When a marker is passed a louder
audible beep will be heard. Drive to point B
Reading pulses
After the second marker has been passed the End of run #1
Programmer will display the measured W- W-factor = 8000
factor for that run. Stop the vehicle and press
ENTER.
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Repeat steps 2 and 3, this time moving back Drive to point B
from position B to position A. Press ENTER
Repeat steps 2 and 3 once more in each End of run #4

direction giving a total of two runs in each W-factor = 8000
direction. After passing the last marker the W-
factor for the last run will be displayed.
Press ENTER again and the average of the W=8000 K=8000

measured W-factors for the four runs will be
displayed as well as the K-Factor. If DIL=_23_____9_
appropriate for the selected tachograph type
the required DIL switch setting will also be
displayed.
Note: For best accuracy two runs should be carried out in each direction rather than four in
one direction since this will take account of any slight gradient of the track. The repeatability of
the Fixed Distance Calibration No 2 method is such that the effect of a slight gradient of the
fixed track is easily measurable. By taking the average of runs in opposite directions the effect
of the gradient is removed.
4.3 Bench Test (Connections)

Before installation and during recalibration it is necessary to carry out a bench test of the
tachograph. This requires the unit to be run at different speeds for different periods of time and
with different driver duty modes selected. The Tachograph Programmer provides a test signal
simulating the pulser output which gives the required speed outputs for the required times. The
only operator intervention is then to set the duty switches at the appropriate times as indicated by
the Programmer.
Connections
During a bench test the Programmer simulates the output from a vehicle speed/distance sender.
The harness suitable for connection to the sender input of the tachograph should therefore be
selected:
Table 3 : Bench Test connections

Stoneridge VR2400, C DIN plug to Socket A of Programmer; other end

VR8300 Series of harness to appropriate connector on rear of
tachograph.
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Stoneridge VR8400 C or G+S+J As above or
Series and Kienzle
1318 Series Jack plug of harness G to socket of harness S
and jack plug of S to socket inside tachograph

Kienzle 1319 Series C or G+O+J As above or
Jack plug of harness G to socket of harness O

and 8-way connector to socket on tachograph

Stoneridge VR1400 K DIN plug to Socket A of Programmer; other end

Series of harness to appropriate connector on rear of
tachograph and to vehicle sender.
Kienzle 1314 Series L or G+T+J DIN plug to Socket A of Programmer; other end
of harness to appropriate connector on rear of
Or Jack plug of harness G to socket of harness

Tand jack plug of S to socket inside tachograph
Use J to make a suitable ground connection
Kienzle1324 Series O or C DIN plug to socket A of Programmer; other end

of harness to appropriate connector on rear of
Or DIN plug to Socket A of Programmer; other

end of harness to appropriate connector on rear
of tachograph.
Motometer EGK100 C+ DIN plug of harness C to Socket A of

adapter M or Programmer; other end to appropriate connector
N on rear of tachograph through adapter M.
Or one end of N to socket C on Programmer and

other end to Socket on Tachograph.
SE5000/DTCO/ Z DIN plug to programmer socket C. Other end to

Smartach D-shaped socket on front of tachograph.
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Procedure
The Bench Test routines in the MKII Tachograph Programmer are designed to lead the operator
through the test without reference to other documents and wherever possible to automate the
tasks. The Bench Test is carried out with the tachograph removed from or in the vehicle.
Standard UK, French, German, Swedish, Dutch, Belgian tests, or a Custom test are available. A
Bench-Test Type can be selected via the Diagnostics Menu (see Section 2.6 for details).
Note that the bench test procedure used for the digital tachographs varies from other tachograph
types. For step-by-step details of the different Bench-test procedures see Annex B.
4.4 Distance Test

The Distance Test function is used to test the accuracy of the distance recording by injecting
pulses simulating a distance travelled of 1000m.
The distance test is specific to the SE5000, DTCO and Smartach tachographs.
Select Distance Test from the MAIN MENU SE5000 MAIN MENU
and press ENTER :DISTANCE TEST
At the beginning of the test the odometer Reading data

(High Resolution Total Vehicle Distance) of
the tachograph is read and stored in the
programmer.
Find the K-factor that the tachograph is Select K-factor

currently set to. Press the DELETE key, and
key this value into the Programmer. Then :8000 Pul/km?
press ENTER.
The programmer sends a message to allow Sending data

speed pulses to be output through the front of
the tachograph. If the Tachograph is already
in Calibration Mode (or if it is non-activated)
the PIN will NOT be requested. If the
Programmer is not in Calibration mode, the
workshop card should be inserted into the
tachograph and the PIN code entered.
Speed pulses are output to simulate 50km/h Speed: 50 km/h

for 72 seconds Time: 72s
At the end of the test the odometer (High Reading data

Resolution Total Vehicle Distance) of the
tachograph is read and stored in the
programmer.
The total distance the tachograph has Distance = 1000m

recorded is then calculated, and the accuracy +0%
displayed (to +/- 1%)
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4.5 Speed Simulator
The speed simulator function is used to inject speed pulses into the tachograph. This can be used
to check the accuracy of the tachograph speed pointer or speed stylus position. The final distance
displayed also enables the tachograph odometer to be checked. When the tachograph is still fitted
in the vehicle, the speed simulator function is also useful for verifying the operation of speed or
distance related ancillaries such as the Road Speed Limiter.
Connections
These are the same as for the connections for the Bench test (see Table 3 in section 4.2).
Additionally, the pulses can be injected into the front of tachographs still fitted in the vehicle but
only if the engine is switched off (connections in this case are the same as for the K-factor Test -
see Table 10 in section 4.12).
Procedure
Select SPEED SIMULATOR from the Main Menu, and follow the instructions displayed in the step-
by-step details of the procedure that follow;
Select SPEED SIMULATOR from the MAIN VR2400 MAIN MENU

MENU and press ENTER :SPEED SIMULATOR
Find the K-factor that the tachograph is Select K-factor

currently set to. Press the DELETE key, and
key this value into the Programmer. Then :8000 Pul/km?
press ENTER. Instructions for determining
the K-factor are given in section 4.12
Key in the speed required and press ENTER. Enter speed

Note that there is a minimum detectable
speed for each tachograph type, which : km/h
depends on the K-factor but may be up to
20km/h. Below this, the speed will reset to
0km/h.
The Programmer will now inject speed pulses K=8000 Pul/km

into the tachograph.
Speed=50 km/h
Use the ↑ and ↓ (7 and 4) keys to increase or K = 8000 Pul/km

reduce speed.
Speed=51 km/h
When done press ENTER. The unit will now Distance=1090 m

display the total distance covered (in metres).
Press <ENTER>
Press ENTER to key in a new speed or MENU VR2400 MAIN MENU

to return to the MAIN MENU. :SPEED SIMULATOR
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4.6 Revs per minute pulse test
When fitting a tachograph which records engine speed (i.e. 4-stylus or EVENT tachograph) it is
necessary to determine the number of pulses received by the tachograph for each revolution of the
engine. The tachograph can then be programmed accordingly.
Connections
Table 4 : RPM Pulse Test connections

Stoneridge and Kienzle E DIN plug to Socket A of Programmer; remove the

4-stylus models existing plug from socket C on the tachograph and
connect it to the harness socket;
(remove the grey seal for
VR8300 and VR8400 Connect the red harness plug to socket C on rear
models) of tachograph.
Kienzle 1324 Series W DIN plug to socket C on Programmer.
D-shaped connector to socket on front of

tachograph
Motometer EGK100 G+ DIN plug of harness G to Socket A of Programmer;

adapter Q jack to socket D on rear of tachograph through
+ adapter Q. Note that the tachograph is not in the
clip J circuit.

Procedure
Select RPM PULSE TEST from the Main Menu, and follow the instructions displayed in the step-
From the MAIN MENU select RPM PULSE VR8400 MAIN MENU
TEST (shortcut key 5). :RPM PULSE TEST
Start the vehicle engine and run it at 1000 Hold 1000 RPM
rpm. ENTER to start
Whilst holding 1000rpm press ENTER on the Hold 1000 RPM

Programmer. The unit will indicate Reading Reading pulses
pulses.
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At the end of the test the measured PPR value End of RPM test
will be displayed. PPR = 8.0
Press ENTER or MENU to return to the MAIN VR8400 MAIN MENU

MENU. :RPM PULSE TEST
4.7 Clock Test

Most Benchtest procedures include the requirement to check the accuracy of the internal clock.
There are two different methods of determining the clock accuracy of Tachographs, and these two
methods are described as follows.
4.7.1 Clock Test – Motometer, Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000, Kienzle 1324/DTCO and Actia
Smartach
When checking one of the above tachograph types, the accuracy of the internal clock may be
checked as described in this Section. It is also very important with the 2400 to check that the chart
is in synch with the internal clock once the clock has been checked.
Connections
Table 5 : Clock Test Connections (2400, SE5000, 1324, DTCO, EGK100 and Smartach)
Stoneridge VR2400 Series U DIN plug to socket C on the Programmer and the D-
shaped connector to the socket inside the front of the
tachograph
Kienzle 1324 W DIN plug to socket C on the Programmer and the D-

shaped connector to the socket on the front of the
tachograph
Motometer EGK-100 N One end to socket C on Programmer and other end

to Socket on tachograph
SE5000/DTCO/ Z DIN plug to programmer socket C. Other end to D-

Smartach shaped socket on front of tachograph.
Procedure
Select CLOCK TEST from the Main Menu, and follow the instructions displayed in the step-by-step
details of the procedure that follow;
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From the MAIN MENU select CLOCK TEST EGK100 MAIN MENU
(shortcut key 4) using the ← and → keys. :CLOCK TEST
Press ENTER to start the test.
The Programmer will display the message Testing clock

Testing clock.
After a few moments the clock accuracy in Clock Accuracy

seconds per day will be displayed. +0.2s/day
In the case of lack of signal from the ERROR! No signal

tachograph (caused by such as a faulty Press <ENTER>
connection to the tachograph), the
Programmer will display an error message.
4.7.2 Clock Test – Stoneridge VR8400/8300 Series and Kienzle 1314/1318/1319
Connections
Clock Tester to Programmer socket C. Set both duty knobs to Rest. Ensure that the tachograph is
powered and the speed pointer is at rest. Hold the adapter against the tachograph face, and move
it around until it makes a regular clicking sound - this is the correct location. Please note that the
correct location is not necessarily near the clock face, as the Tester detects the clock motor (this is
why the duty knobs must be at Rest and the pointer at zero - otherwise the Tester may detect the
chart motor instead of the clock motor). Similarly, the Tester must not be within 12 inches of a
mains transformer.
Procedure
Select CLOCK TEST from the Main Menu, and follow the instructions displayed in the step-by-step
details of the procedure that follow;
From the MAIN MENU select CLOCK TEST KZ1314 MAIN MENU
(shortcut key 4) using the ← and → keys. :CLOCK TEST
Hold the Tester at the correct location on the
Tachograph face (as described above). Press
ENTER to start the test.
The Programmer will display the message Testing clock

Testing clock, and will make a regular clicking
sound.
After a short time the clock accuracy in Clock Accuracy

seconds per day will be displayed. +0.2s/day
In the case of loss of signal or inconsistent ERROR! No signal

signal from the tachograph (usually caused by Press <ENTER>
movement of the Tester away from the clock
motor), the Programmer will display an error
message.
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4.8 Pair/Test Tacho.
This function allows several functions in the tachograph to be tested, such as; Display Test, LCD
negative, Printer Test, Hardware Test, Card Reader, Button Test. This function also allows the
Sender to be paired.
Select PAIR/TEST from the main menu and SE5000 MAIN MENU
press ENTER. :PAIR/TEST
Use the ← and → to select the test you wish PAIR/TEST

to perform, and press ENTER to start the test. :Display Test
Note : The tachograph has to be in calibration

mode (or non-activated). If the tachograph is
unable to perform a test for some reason, the
programmer will respond with ‘Transfer FAIL’.
The programmer will monitor the progress of Sending Data

the test. …
At the end of the test the ‘Data Transfer OK’ Sending Data
message should be displayed. Data Transfer OK
4.9 Tacho Control

For the Stoneridge VR8400 series, this menu option can be used to initiate the Self Test or
Extended Test modes of the tachograph. It can also be used to reset the tachograph memory to
the default state.
For the Stoneridge VR2400, this can be used to reset the tachograph or pair the sender.
For the Kienzle 1324 Series, this can be used to pair the sender.
Connections
Table 8 : Tacho control Connections

Stoneridge VR2400 Series U 8-pin DIN to socket C on the programmer and

the D-shaped connector to the socket inside
the front of the tachograph.
Stoneridge VR8400 Series G 5-pin DIN plug to socket A on the

Programmer. Connect the jack plug to the
jack socket inside the front of the tachograph.
A ground connection is also needed to the

harness black wire. Clip J may be used to aid
connection to a suitable vehicle ground point.
Kienzle 1324 W The 8-pin DIN plug to socket C on the

Programmer and the D-shaped connector to
the socket on the front of the tachograph
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Procedure
Select TACHO CONTROL from the Main Menu, and follow the instructions displayed in the step-
Select TACHO CONTROL on the MAIN VR 2400 MAIN MENU

MENU by using the ←and → keys, and press :CONTROL MENU
ENTER.
From the CONTROL MENU make the CONTROL MENU

required selection - using the arrow keys : Pair Sender
←and → to select Reset Tacho or PAIR
SENDER. Press ENTER to send the
instruction to the tachograph.
In the case of Reset Defaults, the programmer CONTROL MENU

will cause the tachograph to simulate a Power :Reset Defaults
Off/On Condition.
In the case of pair sender, press ENTER and Sending data

the sender will pair automatically within 60 Data transfer OK
seconds.
Note: When paired to the encrypted sender,

the tachograph recognises only that sender.
The signal from the sender becomes unique to
that tachograph.
4.10 Identify Tacho – Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000 Series, Kienzle 1324/DTCO and Actia
Smartach
This function interrogates Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000, Kienzle 1324/DTCO or Actia Smartach

tachographs via the K-line. Parameters that can be determined are the System supplier,
Manufacture date, Serial number and Hardware version (all tachograph types) and Software
number, Software version and System name (all VR2400/SE5000 only).
Connections
Connect either Cable U between the Programmer and VR2400 Tachograph front connector, or
Cable W between the Programmer and the 1324 Tachograph front connector, or Cable Z between
the Programmer and the SE5000/DTCO/Smartach Tachograph front connector.
Procedure
Select IDENTIFY TACHO from the Main Menu, and follow the instructions displayed that follow;
From the VR2400 MAIN MENU use the ← and VR2400 MAIN MENU
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→ keys to select IDENTIFY TACHO. :IDENTIFY TACHO
Press ENTER and the Programmer

interrogates the VR2400 tachograph. Use the
← and → keys to scroll through the available
options.
4.11 Read/Erase DTCs – Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000 Series, Kienzle 1324/DTCO and Actia
Smartach
This function enables the Diagnostic Trouble Codes in the tachograph to be displayed on the
Programmer and then erased from the Tachographs memory if required. For a full list of VR2400
Tachograph DTCs please see Annex C.
Connections
Table 9 : Read/Erase DTCs Connections

Stoneridge VR2400 Series U 8-pin DIN to socket C on the programmer and

the D-shaped connector to the socket inside
the front of the tachograph.
Kienzle 1324 W The 8-pin DIN plug to socket C on the

SE5000/DTCO/Smartach Z The 8-pin DIN plug to socket C on the

Procedure
Select Read/Erase DTCs from the Main Menu, and follow the instructions displayed in the step-by-
step details of the procedure that follow;
Select READ/ERASE DTCS on the MAIN VR 2400 MAIN MENU

MENU by using the ←and → keys, and press :READ/ERASE DTCS
ENTER.
If no connection is made, an error Message TRANSFER FAILURE

will be displayed, before returning to the Main
Menu.
If the connections are made, the programmer Reading Data

will read the DTCs data from the Tacho and
messages will be displayed to indicate this. Please Wait
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(2400 and 1324 tachographs) DTC=A423 Cnt=1
A typical DTC screen will then be displayed. 14:42 10/07/2003
Use the ↑ and ↓ (7 and 4) keys to check all

the other DTCs stored.
Press the DELETE key to delete individual

DTCs stored (Note: this function VR2400 only)
(SE5000/DTCO tachograph) 002004 Cnt=1

14:42 03/02/2005
A typical DTC screen will then be displayed.

Press the DELETE key to delete individual

DTCs stored.
(Smartach tachograph) DTC= 00200708
A typical DTC screen will then be displayed.

Press the MENU key to display the message Press <ENTER>

shown. to clear DTCs
Press the ENTER key to delete all stored

DTCs or the MENU key to return to the Main
Menu without deleting any of the DTCs.
4.12 K-Factor Test

This provides a simple way of determining the K-factor currently set on a tachograph. The test is
applicable to Stoneridge VR8400 and Kienzle 1314, 1318 and 1319 ranges of tachograph. Note:
with VR2400, SE5000, DTCO, 1324 and Smartach tachographs the K-factor can be read directly
using Read All Data (see Section 5 for details).
Connections
Table 10 : K-factor Test Connections

Stoneridge VR8400 G+ Jack plug of harness G to socket inside front of

Series, Kienzle 1318 clip J Tachograph.
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connection to a suitable point on the vehicle
Kienzle 1314 G+ Jack plug of harness G to socket inside front of

clip J Tachograph;

connection to a suitable point on the vehicle
Kienzle 1319 O+ 4-pin rectangular connector of harness O to socket

G+ inside front of Tachograph; other end to harness G.
clip J The 4-pin connector will fit either way up, but only
one orientation is correct - this is indicated as a
small cross marked on the connector. When
inserting the adapter, the cross should face
upwards;

connection
Procedure
Select K-FACTOR TEST from the Main Menu, and follow the instructions displayed in the step-by-
From the MAIN MENU select K-FACTOR VR 8400 MAIN MENU

TEST (shortcut key 6) using the ← and → :K-FACTOR TEST
keys.
Press ENTER. The Programmer will first Sending pulses

display Sending pulses, please wait. Please wait
After a few moments the Programmer will Sending pulses

beep, and then display the K-factor setting of K = 8000
the tachograph. If the K-factor is different
from the previous test, then the Programmer
will beep and display “<>“.
Step 3 will then repeat until the MENU or Sending pulses

ENTER button is pressed. Three repetitions K = 8000
are recommended.
If a significantly different K-factor (>10

pulses/km difference) is displayed, this usually
indicates a cable fault or bad connection. It
may also be due to a faulty tachograph.
Note: In the case of the message ERROR! ERROR! CHECK

CHECK CONNECTIONS being displayed,
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ensure that the ground connection is made CONNECTIONS
correctly. Otherwise check the other
connections.
4.13 DIL Calculate

For the Stoneridge VR8400/8300/1400 and Kienzle 1318 tachographs the K-factor is set using a
bank of 10 DIL switches (except the VR1400, which has 8). The DIL Calculate function
determines the appropriate combination of switches for any K-factor, thus avoiding the need to use
calibration tables.
If a tachograph type has been selected which does not use DIL switches for calibration then this
menu option is not available.
Connections
No connections are required whilst calculating the appropriate DIL switch settings.
Procedure
Select DIL CALCULATE from the Main Menu, and follow the instructions displayed in the step-by-
From the MAIN MENU select DIL VR8400 MAIN MENU

CALCULATE using arrow keys ← → and :DIL CALCULATE
press ENTER.
With the unit display as shown, press ENTER. W=8000 K=8000
DIL = _23_____9_
The W-factor of the vehicle may then be Enter W-factor

entered using the numeric keys; terminate the :
entry by pressing ENTER again.
Note: W-factor determination functions are

described in section 4.1.
The exact K-factor setting will be displayed, W=5000 K=5002

together with the required settings of the DIL
switches. DIL = 12___6_89_
4.14 Time / Date.

This function allows the time and date to be set in the tachograph, but outside the normal
calibration procedure. This test is applicable for the SE5000, DTCO and Smartach tachographs
only.
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Select TIME/DATE from the main menu and SE5000 MAIN MENU
press ENTER. :TIME/DATE
Current time - Press ENTER and a cursor will Current time

flash. Key in the current time and press :10:35
ENTER.
Current date - Press ENTER and a cursor will Current date

flash. Key in the current date and press :19/10/2003
ENTER.
Time offset - Press ENTER and use the Time offset

up/down arrow keys to choose a time offset :+1: +00
between +23:00 and –23:00 hours and +59
and –59 minutes.
Press the Send key to send the data to the Sending data
tachograph.
5. PROGRAMMING A TACHOGRAPH
The method of programming a tachograph varies according to the type of tachograph. For earlier
types of electronic tachograph, programming is generally carried out using internal DIL switches.
Later types require an external Programmer to set some or all of the required parameters.
Of the types requiring an external Programmer, the MKII Tachograph Programmer supports
programming of the Stoneridge VR8400/2400/SE5000 series, Kienzle 1319/1324/DTCO series,
MotoMeter EGK-100 and Actia Smartach tachographs.
Note that in all cases the instructions suggest that, once settings have been altered, the SEND
ALL DATA (shortcut key 9) command be used to transfer all the information at the end. It is,
however, possible to send each individual setting after alteration by pressing the SEND key
(except Kienzle 1319, EGK-100 and Smartach).
5.1 Programming Stoneridge VR8400 Series tachographs
Parameters which may be programmed
• Pulses Per engine Revolution (PPR) setting • Ignition-on recording
• Low power Band • Overspeed
• Economy band
• Poor Economy
Connections
Table 11: VR8400 series Programming connections
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Stoneridge G+J DIN plug to Programmer socket A;

VR8400
Series Jack plug to socket inside front of tachograph
Crocodile clip to make required ground connection to a

suitable point on the vehicle, or to the negative connection of
the tachograph power supply.
Procedure for Standard and Engine Speed (RPM) Recording Versions
From the MAIN MENU select PROGRAM VR8400 MAIN MENU

TACHO and press ENTER. :PROGRAM TACHO
Pulses per Rev - Press ENTER and the Pulses per Rev
cursor will appear on the display. Use the :8
numeric keys to enter the required value. This
is usually 8 pulses per rev.
Engine Speed Recording - Select each of Low Power band

the engine speed recording bands (Low :700 Revs/min
Power, Economy and Poor Economy) in turn.
Press ENTER and characters ← → will
appear. Use the ← and → keys to select the
required value and terminate by pressing Economy band
ENTER. :900 Revs/min
Note: that the Programmer will not allow entry of

inconsistent engine speed bands. For example,
the user may not set a minimum speed for the
Economy band which is lower than the speed Poor Economy
defined for the Low Power band. :1100 Revs/min
Ignition On Record - Press ENTER and ← Ign On Record

→ will appear on the display. Use the ← or → :OFF
keys to select ON or OFF and press ENTER
to terminate the selection.
Overspeed - Press ENTER and a cursor will Overspeed

flash. Key in the required overspeed value :80 km/h
and terminate the entry by pressing ENTER.
Select SEND ALL DATA (shortcut key 9) from VR8400 MAIN MENU
the main menu and press ENTER. :SEND ALL DATA
Send All Data

When programming the tachograph, the values may be entered in turn, and then all sent to
the tachograph at once.
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From the MAIN MENU select SEND ALL VR8400 MAIN MENU
DATA (shortcut key 9) and press ENTER. SEND ALL DATA
Press ENTER to confirm that you wish to Are you sure?

reprogram the tachograph, or MENU to ENTER to program
cancel.
Select the required scale type and press Select the scale
Enter. Options are: 125km/h,140km/h, 80mph, :125 km/h ← →
160km/h.
On completion of the data transfer the Sending data

Programmer will emit an audible beep and will Data transfer OK
indicate Data Transfer OK.
5.2 Programming Stoneridge VR2400 Series tachographs

Please note to select the SENDER TYPE option in the VR2400 MAIN MENU select the PULSER
SELECT option (see section 2.9 for details).
• K-factor • CANBus enabled • Pin D4 Function
• Odometer reading • Customer Type • Low Speed Limit
• Pulses per engine Revolution • Dual Axle • Kline Speedo
• Engine Speed Recording • Dual Axle Ratio • Current date
• CANBus RPM • Speedo OP factor • Time Offset
• RPM display • D6 pin function • Output shaft factor

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• Odo leading 0s • Serial comms • 4 chart trace
• Overspeed flash • Ign On Record • Service Delay
• DTCs enabled • Crew auto duty • Install date
• Overspeed • 7 day eject PIN • Reset Heartbeat
• Current time • VIN • Analogue Revs
2400 Programming Connections
Table 12: 2400 series Programming connections

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2400 U Connect DIN plug to socket C on the Programmer and the D-
shaped connector to the socket inside the front of the tachograph
Procedure
Select READ ALL DATA (shortcut key 7) from VR2400 MAIN MENU
the main menu and press ENTER. :READ ALL DATA
Select MODIFY DATA (shortcut key 8) from VR2400 MAIN MENU

the main menu and press ENTER. :MODIFY DATA
Use the ← and → to select the parameter you

wish to alter.
K-factor - Press ENTER and type in the new K-factor

value. Press enter again to confirm the value. :8000
Odometer reading - Press ENTER and key in Odometer

the required new odometer reading. Bear in :0001235.0
mind that the last digit entered is the tenths
digit, thus a required reading of 100.0km
should be entered as 1000.
Pulses Per engine Revolution - Press Pulses per Rev

ENTER and a cursor will flash. Key in the :19.000
required PPR value and press ENTER. Bear
in mind that the last three digits are
thousandths and the number 19.000 must be
typed in as 19000.
Engine Speed Recording - Select each of Low Power band

the engine speed recording bands (Low :700 Revs/min
Power, Economy and Poor Economy) in turn.
Press ENTER and characters ← → will
appear. Use the ← and → keys to select the
required value and terminate by pressing Economy band
ENTER. :900 Revs/min
Note: that the Programmer will not allow entry of

inconsistent engine speed bands. For example,
the user may not set a minimum speed for the
Economy band which is lower than the speed Poor Economy
defined for the Low Power band. :1100 Revs/min
CANBus RPM - Press ENTER and use the ← CANBus RPM

and → keys to select ON or OFF. Press :Off ← →
ENTER to confirm the selection.
RPM display - Press ENTER and use the ← RPM display

ENTER to confirm the selection
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Odo leading 0s - Press ENTER and use the Odo leading 0s
← and → keys to select ON or OFF. Press :Off ← →
Overspeed flash - Press ENTER and use the Overspeed flash

← and → keys to select ON or OFF. Press :Off ← →
DTCs enabled - Press ENTER and use the ← DTCs enabled

Overspeed - Press ENTER and a cursor will Overspeed

flash. Key in the required over speed value :100 km/h
and press ENTER.

ENTER.
The time can also be set via the keys on the

fascia of the 2400 tachograph.

ENTER. The date can also be set via the keys
on the fascia of the 2400 tachograph.

up/down arrow keys to choose a time offset :+1:00
between +23:00 and –23:00 hours.
Output shaft factor - It is not necessary to O/P shaft factor

change this value. :8.140
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4 Chart Trace - Press ENTER and use the 4th chart trace
← and → keys to select ON or OFF. :Off ← →
Press ENTER to confirm the selection
CANBus enabled - Press ENTER and use CANBus enabled

the ← and → keys to select ON or OFF. Press :Off ← →
Customer Type - Press ENTER and use the Customer type

← and → keys to select the Customer type :ISO ← →
required. Press ENTER to confirm the
selection. Options are: ISO, Renault, Scania,
MAN, DC, Ford, VW, DAF, Volvo Bus and
Volvo AH.
Dual axle - Press ENTER and use the the ← Dual axle
and → keys to select ON or OFF. Press :Off
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Dual Axle Ratio - Press ENTER and type the Dual axle ratio
value of the Dual Axle Ratio required. :1.3750
Press ENTER to confirm the selection
Speedo OP factor - Press ENTER and a Speedo OP factor

cursor will flash. :4971
Key in the required value and press ENTER.
D6 pin function - Press ENTER and use the D6 pin function

← and → keys to select OFF, Revs warning or :OFF
Speedometer.
Serial comms - Press ENTER and use the ← Serial comms

and → keys to select Standard data or :Standard data ←→
Extended data.
Ignition on Record - Press ENTER and use Ign On Record

the the ← and → keys to select ON or OFF. :Off ←→
Press ENTER to confirm the selection.
Crew auto duty - Press ENTER and use the Crew auto duty
the ← and → keys to select ON or OFF. Press :Off ←→
7 day eject PIN - Press ENTER and type the 7 day eject PIN
PIN. This must be 4 digits long. Press ENTER :0000
to confirm the selection, (for non EU use only).
VIN - Press ENTER and type the Vehicle VIN

Identification Number. This can be up to 17 :1234567890ABCDEFG
characters long. Press ENTER to confirm the
selection.
Service delay - Press ENTER and a cursor Service delay

will flash. Key in the number of WEEKS left :104 weeks
until compulsory recalibration of the
tachograph and press ENTER.
Install date - Press ENTER and a cursor will Install date

flash. Key in the date of installation of the :25/09/2001
Reset Heartbeat - Press ENTER and use the Reset Heartbeat

← and → keys to select ON or OFF. Press :Off ←→
Note: when set to ON the vehicle cluster

presence is confirmed by the tachograph.
Analogue Revs - Press ENTER and use the Analogue Revs

← and → keys to select ON or OFF. :On ←→
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Pin D4 Function - Press ENTER and use the Pin D4 Function
← and → keys to select the Pin D4 function :Off ←→
required.
Press ENTER to confirm the selection from:

Off, Dynafleet, Low Speed, Functions, DTC
Warning and Chart Change.
Low Speed Limit - Press ENTER and a Low Speed Limit

cursor will flash. Key in the required low speed :5 km/h
value and press ENTER.
Kline Speedo - Press ENTER and use the ← Kline Speedo

and → keys to select the Kline Speedo :Off ←→
function required. Press ENTER to confirm the
selection. Options are: Off or On.
Send all data

Once the new information has been entered into the programmer, it must be sent to the
tachograph to replace the old settings.
Select SEND ALL DATA (shortcut key 9) from VR2400 MAIN MENU
the main menu and press ENTER. SEND ALL DATA
5.3 Programming Kienzle 1324 Series tachographs
• Odometer reading • Time offset • VIN
• Install date • Output shaft factor • CANBus Type
• Current time • W-factor • Service delay
• Current date • K-factor • L-Factor
Connections
Table 13: Kienzle 1324 Programming connections

KZ1324 Series W DIN plug to socket C on Programmer and D-shaped connector to

socket on front of tachograph.
Procedure
Select READ ALL DATA (shortcut key 7) from KZ1324 MAINMENU
the main menu and press ENTER. :READ ALL DATA
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Select MODIFY DATA (shortcut key 8) from KZ1324 MAIN MENU
the main menu and press ENTER. :MODIFY DATA
Use the ← and → keys to select the

parameter you wish to alter.


Current time - Press ENTER and type in the Current time:

time in the format shown. Press ENTER to :13:45
confirm
Current date - Press ENTER and type in the Current date

date in the format shown. Press ENTER to :25/09/2001
confirm
Time offset - Press ENTER and use arrow Time offset

keys to set the time offset. :+1:00
The range is +23 to –23 hours. Press ENTER

to confirm.
Output shaft factor - Press ENTER and type O/P shaft factor
in the required number. Bear in mind that the :65.525
last three digits are thousandths and that the
number 65.500 must be typed in as 65500.
Press ENTER to confirm.
W-factor - Press ENTER and type in the W-factor

number. Press ENTER to confirm. :8345
K-factor - This is Read Only and cannot be K-factor

modified with the MKII Programmer. :8000 Pul/km

characters long.
CANBus Type - Press ENTER. Enter the 2 CANBus Type

digit code that corresponds to the tachograph :01
type. 00 - OFF, 01 - 50ms, 02 -10ms or 03 -
20ms.
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Service delay - Press ENTER and a cursor Service delay

will flash. Key in the number of WEEKS left :104 weeks
until compulsory recalibration of the
L-Factor - Press ENTER and a cursor will L-Factor

flash. Key in the circumference of the vehicle :3000 mm
wheel in mm and press ENTER.
Send all data

Once the new information has been entered into the programmer, it must be sent to the
tachograph to replace the old settings.
Select SEND ALL DATA (shortcut key 9) from KZ1324 MAINMENU

the main menu and press ENTER. SEND ALL DATA
5.4 Programming Kienzle 1319 Series tachographs

• K-factor
• Odometer reading
• Over speed limit
• Speed units (km/h or mph)
• Calibration station Identifier
• Calibration date
• Installation date
• Tachograph clock speed
Connections
Select harness P. Connect the 8-pin DIN plug to the Programmer socket C. Remove the seal and
the cover over the connector on the front of the tachograph. Connect the other end of the harness
to the pair of connectors on the front of the tachograph.
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Procedure
Read the current tachograph setting prior to KZ1319 MAIN MENU
making changes. From the MAIN MENU :READ ALL DATA
select using arrow keys READ ALL DATA
(shortcut key 7) and then press ENTER to
read data from the tachograph.
When the Programmer indicates that the data KZ1319 MAIN MENU
has been received return to the MAIN MENU :MODIFY DATA
and this time select MODIFY DATA (shortcut
key 8) using the ← → arrow keys. Press
ENTER.
Select the parameters to be changed. Press

the ← or → keys to move between the
parameters to be entered.
K-factor - Again press ENTER to change the K-Factor

current value and enter the new value which :52356
was stored during the W-factor measurement
(described in Section 4.1). For Kienzle 1319
tachographs, the K-factor is remembered until
the Programmer is switched off or the K-factor
is changed.

Over speed - Press ENTER and key in the Over Speed

required new overspeed limit. :100km/h
Speed Units - Press ENTER and the Speed units

characters <> will appear. Select km/h or mph :km/h
using the ← and → keys and then press
ENTER.
Calibration station Identifier - This is an Calib. Ident.

alphanumeric string identifying the station :SE #1234
carrying out the calibration.
Press ENTER and a cursor will flash indicating

which character is being changed. Press the
key with the required letter a number of times
to get the character. Use the arrow keys to
move between characters. Terminate the
entry by pressing ENTER.
Note: that a default Calib. Ident. string may be

programmed into the Programmer. After
selecting Calib. Ident. and pressing ENTER
thus causing the cursor to flash, pressing
DELETE will enter the default string and
terminate the entry.
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Calibration Date - key in the calibration date Calib. Date
in numeric format, e.g. for 25 September 2001 :25/09/01
enter 250901.
Installation Date - key in the calibration date Install Date

in numeric format, e.g. for 24 September 2001 :24/09/01
enter 240901.
Tachograph Clock Speed - Press ENTER Clock speed

and <> will appear on the display. Using the :Normal
← and → keys select either Normal or Fast
clock speed. Fast clock speed increases the
rate of rotation of the chart for test purposes.
Note: Ensure that the clock speed is returned

to normal at the end of the test and before
sealing the tachograph.
Having entered the values to be programmed KZ1319 MAIN MENU

into the tachograph, return to the MAIN MENU :SEND ALL DATA
by pressing menu button and now select
SEND ALL DATA (shortcut key 9).
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5.5 Programming MotoMeter EGK-100 tachographs
• K-factor • Engine speed recording

bands
• Pulses per engine revolution
Connections
Select harness N. Connect one end of the harness to socket C on the Programmer. Connect the
other end to the 8-pin connector on the front of the tachograph.
Procedure
If appropriate read the current tachograph EGK100 MAIN MENU

setting prior to making changes. :READ ALL DATA
From the MAIN MENU select READ ALL

DATA (shortcut key 7) using the arrow keys ←
→, and then press ENTER to read data from
the tachograph.
When the Programmer indicates that the data EGK100 MAIN MENU
has been received return to the MAIN MENU :MODIFY DATA
and this time select MODIFY DATA (shortcut
key 8) the arrow keys, and press ENTER.
Select the parameters to be changed. Press EGK100 MAIN MENU

the ← or → keys to move between the :READ ALL DATA
parameters to be entered.
K-factor - Again press ENTER to change the K-factor

current value and enter the new value that was :8000
stored during the W-factor measurement.
Pulses per engine revolution - Press Pulses per Rev

ENTER and key in the new value. For the :20.8
MotoMeter tachograph values between 20.0
and 30.0 are valid. A 3-digit number should
be entered, and on completion of the entry
(press ENTER) the Programmer will insert a
decimal point between the last two digits.
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Engine speed recording bands - In each Low Power band
case press ENTER to change the current :900
value and enter the new value.
Economy band
:1400
Note: the Programmer will not allow the user
to enter inconsistent engine speed bands. For Poor Economy
example, the minimum speed for the :1600
Economy band must be higher than the speed
defined for the Low Power band.
Having entered the values to be programmed EGK100 MAIN MENU

by pressing Menu button and now select
SEND ALL DATA (shortcut key 9) by pressing
the arrow keys.
As instructed on the display, press ENTER to Sending Data

send the data. On completion of the data Data Transfer OK
transfer the Programmer will indicate Data
Transfer OK.
In the event of a problem, the message Transfer FAILURE

Transfer FAILURE will be displayed. In that
event check the harness connection.
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5.6 Programming SE5000 Series tachographs
• K-Factor • Tyre Size • Eng. Speed Rec.
• Odometer • Next Calib. Date • VRESD
• Current time • Veh. Reg. Nation • Veh. Speed Rec.
• Current date • VRN • VRVSD
• Time Offset • Speed Authorised • D5 pin function
• Output Shaft Factor • Illum. Input • CAN trip reset
• CANBus enabled • Revs Inp. C3/CAN • Pre-Overspeed
• Speedo O/P Factor • Pref. Language • Pre-NextCalib
• D6 pin function • CANBus type • Display Function
• VIN • D7 pin function • Max.Warranty
• Service delay • Serial Data Out • War.Valid Time
• Install Date • Backlight Select • Warranty Time
• Reset Heartbeat • Illumination Lvl • No. writes WT
• D4 pin function • Illumination Off • Activation Time
• Low Speed Limit • RPM Factor • W-factor
• L-Factor • CAN Termination
• Add. Event Rec.
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Connections
Table 13: Stoneridge SE5000 Programming connections

SE5000 Series Z DIN plug to socket C on Programmer and D-shaped connector to

Procedure
Select READ ALL DATA from the main menu SE5000 MAIN MENU
and press ENTER. :READ ALL DATA
Select MODIFY DATA from the main menu SE5000 MAIN MENU
and press ENTER. :MODIFY DATA

wish to alter.


the required new odometer reading. Bear in : 21 055 406.0

ENTER.
Note the time should be set to UTC time.

ENTER.

and –59 minutes.
O/P shaft factor – Press ENTER and a cursor O/P shaft factor :10.000
will flash. Key in the required value and press
ENTER.
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CANBus enabled - Press ENTER and use CANBus enabled :On
the ← and → keys to select ON or OFF. Press
Speedo OP factor - Press ENTER and a Speedo OP factor

cursor will flash. :4971
Key in the required value and press ENTER.

← and → keys to select OFF, Revs warning or :OFF
Speedometer.

Identification Number. :1234567890ABCDEFG
This can be up to 17 characters long. Press

Service delay – Read Only. Service delay

:104 weeks

Reset Heartbeat - Press ENTER and use the Reset Heartbeat

← and → keys to select ON or OFF. Press :Off ←→
Note: when set to ON the vehicle cluster

presence is confirmed by the tachograph.
D4 pin function - Press ENTER and use the D4 pin function :Off
← and → keys to select DTC Warning, Chart ←→
Change, Dynafleet, Low speed, Functions or
Off.
Low Speed Limit - Press ENTER and a Low Speed Limit :5

cursor will flash. Key in the Low Speed Limit km/h
value.
L-Factor – Press ENTER and a cursor will L-Factor

flash. Key in the L-Factor value. :1234 mm
Tyre Size - Press ENTER and type the Tyre Tyre Size
Size. This can be up to 15 characters long. :1234567890ABCDE
Next Calib Date - Press ENTER and a cursor Next Calib Date
will flash. :19/10/2005
Key in the next calibration date and press

ENTER.
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Vehicle Registration Nation - Press ENTER Veh. Reg. Nation
and type the Vehicle Registration Nation. This :123
can be up to 3 characters long. Press ENTER
to confirm the selection.
The Vehicle Registration Nation can also be
referred to as Registering Member State.
VRN - Press ENTER and type the VRN. This VRN

can be up to 13 characters long. Press :1234567890ABC
Speed Authorised - Press ENTER and a Speed Authorised

cursor will flash. :125 km/h
Key in the Speed authorised value.
Illumination Input - Press ENTER and use Illum. Input

the ← and → keys to select one of the :OFF
following options. OFF, CAN ONLY, A2 ONLY.
Revs Input C3/CAN - Press ENTER and use Revs Inp. C3/CAN
the ← and → keys to choose between the :CAN ENABLED
following options. CAN ENABLED, C3
ENABLED.
Preferred Language - Press ENTER and the Pref. Language

cursor will flash. Enter the correct code for the :en
required language and press ENTER to
accept it.
CANBus type - Press ENTER and type the CANBus type :24
CANbus type. This can be up to 2 digits long.

← and → keys to select DISABLE or ENABLE. :DISABLE
Serial Data Out - Press ENTER and use the Serial Data Out
← and → keys to select one of the following :ENABLE SRE
options. DISABLE, ENABLE SRE, ENABLE
2400.
Backlight Select - Press ENTER and use the Backlight Select

← and → keys to select one of the following :Colour 1
options. Colour 1, Colour 2, No Colour.
Illumination Lvl - Press ENTER and type the Illumination Lvl

Illumination Lvl. This can be up to 3 digits :0
long. Press ENTER to confirm the selection.
Illumination Off - Press ENTER and type the Illumination Off :255
Illumination Off. This can be up to 3 digits
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RPM Factor - Press ENTER and type the RPM Factor

RPM Factor. This can be up to 5 digits long. :12
CAN Termination - Press ENTER and use CAN Termination

the ← and → keys to select DISABLE or :ENABLE
ENABLE.
Add. Event Rec. - Press ENTER and use the Add. Event Rec.
← and → keys to select DISABLE or ENABLE. :ENABLE
Eng. Speed Rec. - Press ENTER and use the Eng. Speed Rec.
VRESD (Vu Ranges Engine Speed Data) - VRESD

Press ENTER and type the VRESD. This can :Rng1= 7999.875
be up to 7 digits long. Press ENTER to
confirm the selection.
Veh. Speed Rec. - Press ENTER and use the Veh. Speed Rec.
VRVSD (Vu Ranges Vehicle Speed Data) - VRVSD

Press ENTER and type the VRVSD. This can :Rng1= 111
be up to 3 digits long. Press ENTER to
confirm the selection.
D5 pin function - Press ENTER and use the D5 pin function :DISABLE
← and → keys to select DISABLE or ENABLE.
CAN trip reset - Press ENTER and use the ← CAN trip reset
and → keys to select ISO or MAN. :MAN
Pre-Overspeed - Press ENTER and type the Pre-Overspeed

Pre-Overspeed. This can be up to 2 digits :6
Once done a new screen will appear

requesting the input for TCO1 WARNING?, TCO1 WARNING?
use the ← and → keys to select DISABLE or :ENABLE
ENABLE.
Pre-NextCalib - Press ENTER and type the Pre-NextCalib

Pre-NextCalib. This can be up to 3 digits long. :111
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Display Function - Press ENTER and use Display Function
the ← and → keys to select DISABLE or :ENABLE
ENABLE.
Max.Warranty – This parameter is READ Max. Warranty :36

ONLY. MONTHS
War.Valid Time - This parameter is READ War.Valid Time

ONLY. :00/00/0000
Warranty Time - Press ENTER and type the Warranty Time

Warranty Time. This can be up to 2 digits :30 MONTHS
No. writes WT - This parameter is READ No. writes WT :0

ONLY.
Activation Time - This parameter is READ Activation Time

ONLY. :UNACTIVATED
W-Factor - Press ENTER and a cursor will W-Factor

flash. Key in the W-Factor value. :8000
Having entered the values to be programmed SE5000 MAIN MENU

the arrow keys.

Transfer OK.

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5.7 Programming DTCO Series tachographs
• K-Factor • Time Offset • Tyre Size
• Odometer • Output shaft factor • Next Calibration Date
• Current time • VIN • Vehicle Reg. Nation
• Current date • L-Factor • W-Factor
• Pulses Per Rev • Speed Authorised • Install Date
• CANBus type • VRN
Connections
Table 13: DTCO Programming connections

DTCO Series Z DIN plug to socket C on Programmer and D-shaped connector to

Procedure
Select READ ALL DATA from the main menu DTCO MAIN MENU
Select MODIFY DATA from the main menu DTCO MAIN MENU

wish to alter.


the required new odometer reading. : 21 055 406.0
Bear in mind that the last digit entered is the

tenths digit, thus a required reading of
100.0km should be entered as 1000.
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ENTER.

ENTER.

and –59 minutes.
Output shaft factor - It is not necessary to O/P shaft factor

change this value. :8.140

characters long. Press ENTER to confirm the
selection.

Size. This can be up to 15 characters long. :1234567890ABCDE
will flash. Key in the next calibration date and :19/10/2005
press ENTER.

can be up to 3 characters long. Press ENTER
to confirm the selection.


cursor will flash. Key in the Speed authorised :125 km/h
value.
CANBus type - Press ENTER and type the CANBus type :24
CANbus type. This can be up to 2 digits long.
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Pulses per Rev - Press ENTER and a Pulses per Rev

curser will flash. Enter the number required :4.000
and press ENTER again to accept.
CANBus Type - Press the ENTER key. This CANBus type

will cause a flashing cursor to appear. Enter :01
the required number(0 – 99), and press
ENTER to confirm.
Having entered the values to be programmed DTCO MAIN MENU

the arrow keys.

Transfer OK.

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5.8 Programming Smartach Series tachographs
• VIN • Current time • Current date
• Time Offset • Odometer • K-factor
• L-factor • W-factor • Tyre Size
• Next Calibration date • Speed Authorised • Vehicle Reg. Nation
• VRN
Connections
Table 13: Smartach Programming connections

Smartach Z DIN plug to socket C on Programmer and D-shaped connector to

Series socket on front of tachograph.
Procedure
Select READ ALL DATA from the main menu S.TACH MAIN MENU
Select MODIFY DATA from the main menu S.TACH MAIN MENU

wish to alter.


the required new odometer reading. : 21 055 406.0
Bear in mind that the last digit entered is the

tenths digit, thus a required reading of
100.0km should be entered as 1000.
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ENTER.

ENTER.

and –59 minutes.

Identification Number. :1234567890ABCDEFG


Size. :1234567890ABCDE

will flash. Key in the next calibration date and :19/10/2005
press ENTER.

can be up to 3 characters long.



cursor will flash. Key in the Speed authorised :125 km/h
value.

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Having entered the values to be programmed S.TACH MAIN MENU
the arrow keys.

Transfer OK.

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5.8 Reading of speed pulses from the front of Kienzle 1314, 1318 and 1319
When using a Tachograph Programmer with 1314, 1318 and 1319 tachographs, a minor
inconsistency occurs when using the front sockets. This has some effect when carrying out either
the K-Factor test, Bench test or the Speed simulator test using a jack plug.
The signal coming through the sender cable is a square waveform and therefore oscillates
between two states ‘high’ and ‘low’, If, at the time of performing a Bench test, the sender signal is
in its low state, then this ‘grounds’ the circuitry in the tachograph and gives the appearance that
the tachograph is inactive. There are two ways in which this can be overcome. Either disconnect
the sender or move the vehicle slightly forward. The table below recommends which method to
apply with which test:
Table 14: Kienzle 1314,1318, 1319 Speed Pulse Method

Bench Test K-Factor Test Speed Test
Disconnect Sender Yes Yes No
*Move Vehicle slightly forward No Yes Yes
• When carrying out either the K-factor test or the Speed test with the tachograph still mounted in
the cab of the vehicle, the more practical solution would be to roll the vehicle slightly forward (until the
tachograph speed pointer moves up to the correct speed being sent by the Programmer), then stop
the vehicle.
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ANNEX A - TEST HARNESSES FOR USE WITH THE TACHOGRAPH PROGRAMMER
Part Number Harness Diagrams Application
Yellow
Socket A of Programmer
(C) Tachograph
Drive Lead
7780-981
6 pin DIN plug
To Socket B Tachograph
Yellow
Socket A of Programmer
(D) Vehicle Sender
Connection
7780-982 Lead
6 pin DIN plug
Red
To Socket C
Tachograph
(E) Red
PPR/Engine
rev Calibration
7780-983 Lead
5 pin DIN plug
“W” terminal
Alternator
Brown
(F) Serial Data Out
To Socket Adapter Lead
7780-986 D
Tachograp
4 mm Socket h
Black - 0 volts
Socket A of programmer
(G) Jack Socket
Connection
7780-984 Lead
Jack Plug to
5 pin DIN plug Tachograph
Red
Socket B of programmer
(H) To Serial Socket next
Serial Data
to DIL Switches Connection
7780-989 Lead
4 pin DIN plug
Black - 0 volts
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(I)
UK 7955-778 Battery
EURO -779 5 pin DIN plug Charger
To Mains Supply
(J) To be pushed
on Black plugs
2714-377 on harnesses
G or H
“Crocodile Clip”
White
To socket
Km/h MPH
(L) KZ1314 Drive

Lead W factor
Socket A of programmer White
7780-988 Lead
5 pin DIN plug

To sender
“Note : 3 wire plug”
Yellow Yellow
(M) MotoMeter
bench test lead
7780-974 adapter
To Motometer Minitimer pulser
pulser socket connector
Socket C of programmer
(N) MotoMeter
programming
7780-980 8 pin DIN plug 8 pin DIN plug lead
4mm Jack
(O) socket Kienzle 1319
8 way connector
to Tacho
K-factor lead
7780-979
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Connector to
Tacho
(P) Kienzle 1319
programming
7780-973 lead
8 pin DIN plug
To D Socket
(Violet)
(Q)
7780-975 MotoMeter
Revs Adapter
Lead
Jack socket
White White
MotoMeter
(R) Power Adapter
Lead
7780-976 To Motometer Minitimer Power
power socket connector
Flexible
extension for
(S) use with
4mm Jack 4mm socket harness G
7780-978 (KZ1318,
VR8400)
Flexible
extension for
(T) use with
4mm Jack 4mm socket harness G
7780-977 (KZ1314 only)
8 pin DIN plug

(U) VR2400
Calibration/
7780-954 programming
6-pin D-shaped connector
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(V) VR2400/
VR8900/
7780-956 K1324/
SE5000
Canbus
To socket A on
tachograph
8 pin DIN plug
(W) 1324
Calibration/
7780-952 programming
8 pin DIN plug D-shaped connector
To socket D on tachograph
(X) 2400 serial

data lead
7780-955
brown 4mm socket
Digital
(Z) tachograph
interface cable
7945-013
8 pin DIN plug D-shaped connector
SE Clock
7955-938 Adapter
8 pin DIN plug
SE Clock Tester
Battery
7780-946 Discharge
Device
5 pin DIN plug
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Flat Cable
7780-949 Assembly for
6-pin female connector 6-pin male connector Bench Test
(VR2400 only)
To Socket D of To PC Serial Port Field

programmer Download
Cable Assy
7780-953
(Note: Used for
Programmer
RJ11 6-WAY Software
9-Way D-Type Socket Upgrades Only.
See section 1.4
for more details).
Flexi-switch is
used with the
“Fixed
Distance #2”
feature,
providing a
7955-777
very simple
accurate
method of
vehicle
To socket B on calibration.
Programmer
Please note that all of the cables listed in Annex A are supplied as part of a standard Hand-held
programmer Kit EXCEPT the Flexi-Switch (7955-777) which must be purchased separately.
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ANNEX B - DETAILS OF BENCH TEST ROUTINES
(a) UK Bench Test

Before performing the Bench Test, go to the Diagnostics menu and check that the UK Bench Test
is selected (see Section 2.6). At the end of the Benchtest perform the Clock Test (see section 4.7
for details).
From the MAIN MENU select BENCH TEST VR2400 MAINMENU

using the ← and → keys, and press ENTER. :BENCH TEST
Select the Tachograph scale (125 km/h, 140 Select the scale
km/h, 180 km/h, 100 km/h or 160 km/h) using : 125 km/h ← →
the ← and → keys, and press ENTER.
Set the tachograph to a K-factor of 8000 Select K-factor

(remember to note the original setting first), or :8000 Pul/km?
press delete and enter K factor required. The
display and the setting method will vary
according to the type of tachograph selected.
Press ENTER. For a VR2400 tachograph
benchtest, it is easier to read-in the K factor
first and use this value in the benchtest.
Select whether the change of Duty is to be Auto Duty

automatically changed or manually changed. : Off <-->
Press ENTER to accept current settings or the

← and → keys to change.
Note: Auto Duty can only be programmed

via the front connector.
Perform the task displayed. Press ENTER on Check backlight

completion. N.B. Some VR2400 tachographs illuminated
may not have a display in which case this
check can be omitted.
Perform the task displayed. Press ENTER on Prepare and

completion. insert chart(s)
Note: For dual driver, 2 charts have to be

inserted. For a single driver, only 1 chart
has to be inserted.
Perform the task displayed. Press ENTER on Driver=Active

completion. Crew=Active
The speed will now be maximum speed for the Speed: 125 km/h
selected scale for 10 seconds, e.g. 125km/h, Time: 10 s
and the time will count down to zero and then
an audible beep will be heard.
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The speed displayed will then go to 0km/h for Speed: 0 km/h
10 seconds (the time will count down to zero) Time: 10 s
and an audible beep will be heard again.
Note the current odometer reading on the Note odometer

tachograph. This will be required later to reading
check the accuracy of the odometer. Press
ENTER.
The speed will now go to 40km/h and will be Speed: 40 km/h

held for 2½ minutes (150 seconds – the time Time: 150 s
will count down to zero). To move on to the
next test before the end of the normal time
press ENTER. At the end of the 2½ minute
test there will be an audible beep.
The speed will then go up to 80 km/h. After a Speed: 80 km/h

further 2½ minutes (the time will count down to Time: 150 s
zero) there will again be an audible beep
indicating the end of that test.
The speed will move up to 100 km/h for a Speed: 100 km/h
further 3 minutes (time will count down to Time: 180 s
zero). At the end of the time there will be a
further beep and the speed will return to zero.

The unit will record Active 4 duty for 2 minutes Recording duty
(the time will count down to zero). After that Time: 120 s
time an audible beep will be heard.
Perform the task displayed. Press ENTER on Driver=Passive

completion. Crew=Passive
The unit will record Passive 1 duty for 2 Recording duty

minutes (the time will count down to zero) and Time: 120 s
then beep.
Perform the task displayed. Press ENTER on Driver=Rest

completion. Crew=Rest
The unit will record Rest 2 for 2 minutes (the Recording duty
time will count down to zero) and then beep Time: 120 s
Compare the new odometer reading with that Check odometer

noted above - a difference of 10km is added 10 km
expected.
The display will then show as opposite. Check Check clock

that the time on the chart corresponds with the to chart time
time indicated on the clock, then press
ENTER.
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Remove the two chart(s) and check the Check chart rec.
trace(s) (speed, duty and distance on chart 1, Set K for veh.
duty on chart 2). Press ENTER.
Press the ENTER or MENU key to return to VR2400 MAINMENU

the MAIN MENU. :BENCH TEST
(b) French Bench Test

Before performing the Bench Test, check that the French Bench Test is selected from the
Diagnostics menu (see Section 2.6). The speeds registered during the test will depend on the
Tachograph scale selected at Step 2. The relevant speeds for each scale, and the total distance
covered, are listed below:
Table 15: Speeds for French Bench Test

Scale 125 km/h 140 km/h 180 km/h
Step 13 125 km/h 140 km/h 180 km/h
Step 20 125 km/h 140 km/h 180 km/h
Step 22 40 km/h 40 km/h 40 km/h
Step 23 70 km/h 80 km/h 100 km/h
Step 24 100 km/h 120 km/h 160 km/h
Step 29 +16.75km +19 km +24 km

Select the scale of the tachograph (125 km/h, Select scale

140 km/h, 180 km/h only in France) using the :125 km/h ← →
← and → keys, and press ENTER.
Set the tachograph to a K-factor of 8000, Set K factor

(remember to make a note of the original :8000 Pul/km?
setting), or press delete and enter K factor
required. The display and the setting method
will vary according to the type of tachograph
selected. Press ENTER.


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Check the tachograph settings. Check tacho

settings
Press ENTER.
Connect the drive lead. The precise lead Connect drive

required will vary according to the type of lead to tacho
tachograph. After connection press ENTER.
Set the power supply to 12 or 24V to match Switch on at

the tachograph and turn on the supply. Press correct voltage
ENTER.
For tachographs with a second hand or a Check clock is

clock tell-tale check that the clock is stepping. stepping OK
Perform the task displayed. Press ENTER on Check bulbs are

completion. illuminated

completion. insert 2 charts
Close the tachograph as appropriate for the Close the

type of tachograph and press ENTER. tachograph
Set both Driver 1 duty and Driver 2 duty to Driver=Rest

Rest, 2 then press ENTER. Crew=Rest
The speed will now be maximum speed for the Speed: 125km/h
selected scale for 10 seconds, e.g. 125km/h, Time: 10s
The speed displayed will then go to 0km/h for Speed : 0km/h

10 seconds (the time will count down to zero) Time : 10s

ENTER.

Note the odometer reading. Note odometer

reading
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Set Driver 2 to Active 4, then press ENTER. Driver=Rest
Crew=Active
Note the time displayed on the Tachograph Record time on

clock. Tacho
The speed will go to maximum and will be held Speed: 125km/h

for 3 minutes (180 seconds – the time will Time: 180s
count down to zero). At the end of the 3
minute test there will be an audible beep.
The speed will return to 0km/h for a further 3 Speed: 0km/h

minutes (180 seconds – the time will count Time: 180s
down to zero), after which there will be an
audible beep.
The speed will increase to the value shown in Speed: 40km/h

Table 15. After 180 seconds (the time will Time: 180s
count down to zero) there will again be an
audible beep.
The speed will increase to the value shown in Speed: 70km/h

Table 15. After 180 seconds (the time will Time: 180s
audible beep.
The speed will then will increase to the value Speed: 100km/h
shown in Table 15. After 180 seconds (the Time: 180s
time will count down to zero) there will again
be an audible beep.
Set both duty knobs to the passive position Driver=Passive

(both 1), then press ENTER. Crew=Passive
The unit will time 180s (the time will count Speed: 0km/h
down to zero) of the duty, after which there will Time: 180s
again be an audible beep
Set Driver 1 duty Active, 4, Driver 2 duty Rest, Driver=Active

2, then press ENTER. Crew=Rest
The unit will time another 180s (the time will Speed: 0km/h
count down to zero) . After 180 seconds there Time: 180s
will again be an audible beep indicating
completion of the test.
Check that the odometer reading has Check odometer

increased over that noted previously, by :+16.75km
16.75km for 125 km/h scale, or 19km for
140km/h scale, or 24km for 180km/h scale
selected.
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Remove the two charts and check the traces Check chart
(speed, duty and distance on chart 1, duty on recordings
chart 2). Press ENTER.
Reset the K-factor of the tachograph to the Set K-exact

correct value for the vehicle (as noted at Step for vehicle
3). Press ENTER.
Switch off the power and disconnect the SWITCH OFF

tachograph. POWER SUPPLY
Press the ENTER or MENU key to return to the MAIN MENU.
(c) German Bench Test
Before performing the Bench Test, check that the German Bench Test is selected in the
Diagnostics menu (see section 2.6). The speeds registered during the test will depend on the
Tachograph scale selected at Step 2. The relevant speeds for each scale are listed below:
Table 16: Speeds for German Bench Test

Scale 100 km/h 125 km/h 140 km/h 160 km/h 180 km/h
Speeds: 1 170 km/h 170 km/h 170 km/h 170 km/h 170 km/h
2 180 km/h 180 km/h 180 km/h 180 km/h 180 km/h
5 100 km/h 125 km/h 140km/h 160 km/h 180 km/h
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Select the Tachograph scale (125 km/h, 140 Select the scale
km/h, 180 km/h, 100 km/h or 160 km/h). : 125 km/h ← →

Press ENTER.



Perform the task displayed. Press ENTER on Check tacho

completion. settings


ENTER.
For tachographs with a second hand or a Check clock is

clock tell-tale check that the clock is stepping. stepping OK
Press ENTER on completion.

The Programmer provides a specific clock Check clock for

check facility incorporating a clock tester for accuracy
the VR2400, K1324 and MotoMeter EGK-100
tachographs. The clock test should be carried
out at the end of the benchtest for these
tachographs. #
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For other tachographs a separate clock tester
will be required. Press ENTER to confirm that
the accuracy has been tested, or exit the
Benchtest (Press MENU) to perform the clock
test procedure.


The speed will now be 170 km/h (speed ‘1’ in Speed : 170 km/h
Table 16) for 5 seconds, the time will count Time : 5 s
down to zero and then an audible beep will be
heard.
The speed will now increase to 180 km/h Speed : 180 km/h
(speed ‘2’ in Table 16) for 10 seconds, the Time : 10 s
time will count down to zero and then an
audible beep will be heard.
The speed will drop to 0 km/h (Speed ‘3’ in Speed : 0 km/h

Table 16). An audible beep will be heard after Time : 10 s
10 seconds (the time will count down to zero).
Check that the time on the chart corresponds Check clock

with the time indicated on the clock, then to chart time
press ENTER on completion.
Move the chart on 3 minutes by advancing the Advance chart

clock. Press ENTER. For the VR2400, Time: 180 s
K1319 & K1324 the clock cannot be advanced
manually, and the instruction is WAIT for the
time to count down to zero.

type of tachograph and press ENTER. (Note: tachograph
This screen does not appear for the K1319).
The speed will now be speed ‘4’ (as shown in Speed : 115 km/h
Table 16) for 5 seconds, the time will count Time : 5 s
down to zero and then a beep will be heard.
The speed will now go to the maximum for the Speed: 125 km/h
selected scale (speed ‘5’ as shown in Table Time: 120 s
16) and will be held for 120 seconds (the time
will count down to zero).
To move on to the next test before the end of

the normal time press ENTER. At the end of
the 2 minute test there will be an audible beep.
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Open the tachograph and move the chart on 3 Advance chart
minutes by advancing the clock. Close the Time: 180 s
tachograph again and press ENTER.
If no keys are pressed the time count down to

zero and then move on to the next stage
automatically.
The speed will then go to the speed shown in Speed: 40 km/h

Table 16 (speed ‘6’). After 15 seconds (the Time: 15 s
time will count down to zero) there will be an
audible beep.
The speed will then go up to the speed shown Speed: 80 km/h

in Table 16 (speed ‘7’). After 15 seconds (the Time: 15 s
be an audible beep.
be an audible beep.
The speed will then go up to maximum (speed Speed: 125 km/h

‘9’ as shown in Table 16). After 5 seconds Time: 5 s
(the time will count down to zero) there will
again be an audible beep.
The speed will then go down to the speed Speed: 120 km/h
shown in Table 16 (speed ‘10’). After 15 Time: 15 s
seconds (the time will count down to zero)
there will again be an audible beep.

there will again be an audible beep.

there will again be an audible beep and the
speed will return to 0 km/h.

tachograph again and press ENTER. If no
keys are pressed the time count down to zero
and then move on to the next stage
automatically.

be a beep and the speed will return to 0 km/h.
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If no keys are pressed the time will count

down to zero and then move on to the next
stage automatically.



down to zero and then go to the next stage
automatically.
be a beep.


down to zero and then move on to the next
stage automatically.
The speed will move down to the speed Speed: 115 km/h
shown in Table 16 (speed ‘17’) for a further 2 Time: 5 s
minutes (the time will count down to zero).
At the end of the time there will be a further
beep.
The speed will then go up to the maximum Speed: 125 km/h

speed (as shown in Table 16 - speed ‘18’). Time: 10 s
After 10 seconds (the time will count down to
zero) there will again be a beep.
At the end of this time there will be a beep.
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At the end of this time there will again be a
beep.

At the end of the time there will be a further
beep and the speed will return to 0 km/h.

The unit will record active 4 duty time for 180 Recording duty
seconds, after which time a beep will be Time: 180 s
heard.
Perform the task displayed. Press ENTER on Driver=Passive

completion. Crew=Passive
The unit will record passive 1 duty time for 180 Recording duty
seconds, after which time a beep will be Time: 180 s
heard.
Perform the task displayed. Press ENTER on Driver=Rest

completion. Crew=Rest
The unit will record rest 2 for 180 seconds, Recording duty
after which time a beep will be heard. Time: 180 s

3). Press ENTER.


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(d) Swedish Bench Test
Before performing the Bench Test, check that the Swedish Bench Test is selected in the
Diagnostics menu (see section 2.6).
From the MAIN MENU select BENCH TEST VR2400 MAIN MENU
Select the required Tachograph scale (i.e., Select the scale

125 km/h, 140 km/h, 180 km/h or 100 km/h). : 125 km/h ← →
Set the tachograph to a K-factor of 8000 Select K factor

Press ENTER.


Note: Auto Duty can only be programmed via the

front connector.


tachographs. For other tachographs a
separate clock tester will be required. Press
ENTER to confirm that the accuracy has been
tested, or exit the Benchtest (Press MENU) to
perform the clock test procedure.


ENTER.
Set both duty knobs to Active 4 Driver=Active

and press ENTER on completion. Note: when Crew=Active
testing VR1400 tachographs the driver knob
should be set to Drive.
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The speed will now be maximum speed for the Speed: 125 km/h
selected scale for 10 seconds, e.g. 125km/h, Time: 10 s


The speed displayed will then go to 125km/h Speed: 125 km/h

for 10 seconds (the time will count down to Time: 10 s
zero) and a beep will be heard.
The speed will then go to 50km/h for 490 Speed: 50 km/h

seconds (the time will count down to zero) and Time: 490 s
a beep will be heard.
The speed will go up to 100 km/h for 90 Speed: 100 km/h

The speed will go up to 125km/h for 10 Speed: 125 km/h

Set both duty knobs to Rest, 2, and press Driver=Rest

ENTER on completion. Crew=Rest
The unit will record duty time for 120 seconds Recording duty
(the time will count down to zero). After that Time: 120s
time a beep is heard.
Set both duty knobs to Passive, 1, and press Driver=Passive

ENTER on completion. Crew=Passive
The unit will record duty for 120 seconds (the Recording duty
time will count down to zero). After that time a Time: 120s
beep is heard.
Set both duty knobs to active, 4, and press Driver=Active

ENTER on completion. Crew=Active
Look at the odometer reading and compare it Check odometer

to the start to check that it has increased by added 10 km
10km.
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Open the tachograph, remove the charts and Check chart
check the recordings are as they should be. recordings
Switch off the tachograph. SWITCH OFF

POWER SUPPLY
Program now returns automatically to the VR2400 MAIN MENU

MAIN MENU. :BENCH TEST
(e) Dutch Bench Test

Before performing the Bench Test, check that the Dutch Bench Test is selected in the Diagnostics
menu (see section 2.6). The speeds registered during the test will depend on the Tachograph
scale selected at Step 2. The relevant speeds for each scale are listed below:
Table 17: Speeds for Dutch Bench Test

Scale 100 km/h 125 km/h 140 km/h 160 km/h 180 km/h
Speeds: 1 90 km/h 120 km/h 120 km/h 140 km/h 160 km/h

Select the Tachograph scale required (i.e., Select the scale

125 km/h, 140 km/h, 180 km/h, 100 km/h or : 125 km/h ← →
160 km/h).

press delete and enter the K factor required.
The display and the setting method will vary
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ENTER on completion.
Only for tachographs with a second hand or a Check clock is

clock tell-tale, check that the clock is stepping. stepping OK


tachographs. For other tachographs a
separate clock tester will be required. Press
ENTER to confirm that the accuracy has been
tested, or exit the Benchtest (Press MENU) to
perform the clock test procedure.



The speed will now be speed ‘1’ (as shown in Speed: 120 km/h
Table 17) for 10 seconds, the time will count Time: 10 s
down to zero and then an audible beep will be
heard.

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ENTER.
The speed will remain at 0 km/h for 2 minutes Speed: 0 km/h

(120 seconds - the time will count down to Time: 120 s
zero) and then an audible beep will be heard.
To move on to the next test before the end of
the normal time press ENTER.
The speed will then go up to speed ‘4’ shown Speed: 40 km/h

in Table 17. After 120 seconds (the time will Time: 120 s
audible beep. To move on to the next test
before the end of the normal time press
ENTER.

ENTER.
ENTER.
ENTER.
The speed will then go down to speed ‘8’ Speed: 120 km/h
shown in Table 17. After 120 seconds (the Time: 120 s
be an audible beep. To move on to the next
test before the end of the normal time press
ENTER.

ENTER.
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ENTER.
ENTER.
The speed will now go to 0 km/h and will be Speed: 0 km/h

held for 2 minutes (120 seconds - the time will Time: 120 s
count down to zero). To move on to the next
ENTER. At the end of the 2 minute test there
will be an audible beep.


3). Press ENTER.


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(f) Belgian Bench Test
Before performing the Bench Test, check that the Belgian Bench Test is selected in the
Diagnostics menu (see section 2.6). The maximum speed registered during the test will depend
on the Tachograph scale selected at Step 2 below.

Select the Tachograph scale required (i.e., Select the scale

125 km/h, 140 km/h, 180 km/h, 100 km/h or : 125 km/h ← →
160 km/h).

press delete and enter the K factor required.
The display and the setting method will vary






ENTER on completion.
Only for tachographs with a second hand or a Check clock is

clock tell-tale, check that the clock is stepping. stepping OK



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and then an audible beep will be again.

Open the tachograph as appropriate for the Open the


ENTER.


ENTER.

Note the time displayed on the Tachograph Record time on

clock. Tacho
The speed ’39,0km/h’ will then be displayed Speed39,0km/h

on the Programmer. Press ENTER to Press <ENTER>
continue.
Use the ↑ and ↓ (7 and 4) keys to increase or ↑↓Pointer to 40

reduce the speed indicated by the speed 39,0 km/h
pointer on the cluster until it is exactly 40km/h.
Press ENTER to continue.
The final speed selected will be shown and Speed40,0km/h

after 120 seconds (the time will count down to Time: 120 s
zero) there will be an audible beep. To move
on to the next test before the end of the
normal time press ENTER.
The speed ’79,0km/h’ will then be displayed Speed79,0km/h

continue.
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The maximum speed (minus 1 km/h) for the Speed124,0km/h

currently selected scale e.g. ‘124,0km/h’ will Press <ENTER>
then be displayed on the Programmer. Press
ENTER to continue.

pointer on the cluster until it is exactly
maximum speed (e.g. 125km/h). Press
ENTER to continue.

The speed ‘101.0km/h’ will then be displayed Speed101,0km/h

continue.

pointer on the cluster until it is exactly
100km/h. Press ENTER to continue.

The speed ‘61.0km/h’ will then be displayed Speed61,0km/h

continue.

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The unit will record duty time for 120 seconds Active
time a beep is heard. To move on to the next
ENTER.
Set both duty knobs to Passive, 1, and press Driver=Passive

The unit will record duty for 120 seconds (the Passive
time will count down to zero). After that time a Time: 120s
beep is heard. To move on to the next test
ENTER.

The unit will record duty time for 120 seconds Rest
Check that the odometer reading has Check odometer

increased over that noted previously, by the +26.705km
amount shown. (Note: this will vary for each
scale type selected and also depending on
how long it takes to adjust each speed setting
up or down).

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(g) Programming of a Custom Bench Test
Custom Bench Tests may be programmed from the DIAGNOSTICS MENU. To access the
Diagnostics menu, hold down the ENTER key while switching the Programmer on.
To prevent unintentional use of the Diagnostic Enter Code

functions, a pass code will be requested. :8642
Type in 8642, and press ENTER.
Select Benchtest Type, using the arrow keys DIAGNOSTICS MENU

(← →) and press ENTER. :Benchtest type
Select bench-test type Custom using the Benchtest Type

arrow keys (← →) then press ENTER. :Custom ← →
A series of 15 screens similar to that shown 1 Time = 250 s

opposite are then presented in turn. Each Speed 80 km/h
defines one stage of the speed test. To move
to the definition of the next stage press →; to
move to the previous stage press ←; to
change the definition of that stage press
ENTER.
Having pressed ENTER, enter the required Enter speed

speed for that stage of the test. If the entered : km/h
speed is lower than the 10km/h, then it will
automatically reset to 0km/h. Terminate the
entry by pressing ENTER.
Then enter the required time for the stage (in Enter time
seconds) again terminating the entry with : s
ENTER. Thereafter press → to move on to
the next stage. Setting the test time to zero will
cause the unit to skip on to the next stage
having a time greater than zero.
Stages 16 to 20 allow definition of test stages 16 Time= 120 s

where different duty modes are recorded - this Duty=Active
must be carried out without speed since
automatic tachographs would otherwise record
Drive. To move to the definition of the next
stage press →; to move to the previous stage
press ←; to change the definition of that stage
press ENTER.
The Programmer will then display a screen Select duty

similar to the one shown. Use the ← and → : Active ← →
arrow keys to select the required duty
mode for both Driver 1 and Driver 2 then press
ENTER.
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Again enter the required test time and Enter time
terminate the entry by pressing ENTER. As : s
before enter zero time to cause that stage to
be skipped.
After stage 20 has been completed, stage 1 1 Time = 250 s

appears on the screen again. Speed 80 km/h
Press the MENU key once to return to the DIAGNOSTICS MENU

DIAGNOSTICS MENU. :Benchtest type
On completion of the required bench test definition press MENU twice to return to the MAIN MENU.
The test sequence just entered will be memorised until it is next changed and will be the selected
Bench Test type. If a pre-programmed bench test type is subsequently selected the details of the
entered Custom test sequence will remain in the Programmer memory.
(h) Digtial Tachograph Bench Test
From the MAIN MENU select BENCH TEST SE5000 MAINMENU


The speed will then go up to 40km/h. After 10 Speed: 40km/h

seconds (the time will count down to zero) Time: 10 s
there will again be an audible beep. To move
The speed will then go up to 80km/h. After 10 Speed: 80km/h

seconds (the time will count down to zero) Time: 10 s
The speed will then go up to 180km/h. After Speed: 180km/h

Set both duty knobs to Work, and press Driver=Work

ENTER on completion. Crew=Work
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Set both duty knobs to Rest, and press Driver=Rest
Set both duty knobs to Passive, and press Driver=Passive

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ANNEX C - VR2400 SERIES TACHOGRAPH – DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC)
DTC Description Store Remarks Suggested Action

d
(Y/N)
A00C Internal Error Y Internal device error. Reset tachograph and re-test.
9010 LCD Error Y Fascia communications. Check fascia functions (keypress,

display, etc.)
A400 Tachograph Power Supply Y Power interruption. Check power supply and
connections.
9060 Drawer Error Y Drawer catch failure. Check drawer function.
9061 Speed Rack Error Y Speed rack motor or opto failure. Check charts inserted correctly.
Reset tachograph and re-test.
9062 Duty Rack Error Y Duty rack motor or opto failure. Check charts inserted correctly.
Reset tachograph and retest
9063 Cam Error Y Cam motor or opto failure. Check charts inserted correctly.
Reset tachograph and retest.
9064 Chart Table Error Y Chart table motor or opto failure. Check charts inserted correctly.
Reset tachograph and retest.
A822 Sender-Tachograph Key/Serial Number Y Encrypted data errors. Re-pair tachograph to Sender.
Mismatch Check wiring to B-socket.
A423 Sender-Tachograph Communications Y Encrypted communications errors Check tachograph settings – Sender
Problem (encrypted sender) or complimentary Type. Re-pair sender if necessary.
signal failure (4 wire sender) or
sender disconnection. Check wiring to B-socket.
9430 V-pulse Output Error Y Monitoring of V-Pulse output. Disconnect all V-pulse supported
equipment. Retest tachograph. If
DTC does not reappear, suspect V-
pulse driven equipment.
900F Keyboard Error Y Key jammed or held for excessive Check all keys/buttons on
period. tachograph. Retest tachograph.
A00E Calibration Error Y Requires configuration Check tachograph settings – Install

Date and Service Delay. Retest
tachograph. The service delay
applies to tachographs fitted with
battery backed clock only – DC,
Renault, MAN.
A050 Driving without Chart N Speed pulses detected with drawer Ensure driver chart present and
open, driver chart missing or chart drawer properly closed.
recording complete.
9051 No Driver Chart Present N Drawer closed with no driver chart Insert driver chart
present.
9052 No Crew Chart Present N Drawer closed with no crew chart Insert crew chart if required.
present.
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ANNEX D - Character Map.
Under certain functions, various characters can be entered by continually pressing the numeric
keys on the programmer. The mapping for the characters against each key is listed below;
0!“#$%&'()
1 *+,-./:;
2ABCabc=>?
3DEFdef@[\
4GHIghI]^_
5 J K L j k l `{ |
6MNOmno}~
7PQRSpqrs
8TUVtuv
9W XYZwxyz<
ANNEX E - Language codes for preferred language
Here is the list of the character codes for the preferred language that can be used in the MKII
programmer, each code is a 2 digit character that references to a language.
Code Language Code Language
“en” English “it” Italian
“sv” Swedish “Iv” Latvian
“fr” French “It” Lithuanian
“nl” Dutch “hu” Hungarian
“de” German “mt” Maltese(English)
“es” Spanish “pl” Polish
“cs” Czech “pt” Portuguese
“da” Danish “sk” Slovakian
“et” Estonian “sl” Slovenian
“el” Greek “fi” Finnish
“ga” Irish(English) “no” Norwegian
“is” Icelandic
Please note that if an invalid code is entered e.g. “zk” then the language will be automatically set to
English.
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1.1 What does the Tachograph Programmer do?

• Carries out bench tests of Tachographs semi-automatically;

• Checks the K-factor setting of Tachographs;

• Calculates the DIL switch settings for any valid K-factor;

• Can be used as a Tachograph speed simulator;

• Allows the initiation self-test modes;

• Allows the resetting of the memory to default values;

• Can carry-out a Tachograph Clock Test;

1.2 With which Tachograph Types can the Programmer be used ?

1.3 How do I use This Manual?

Chapter 2: PREPARATION FOR USE

Chapter 4: FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS AND DETAILS OF TEST PROCEDURES

Chapter 5: PROGRAMMING A TACHOGRAPH

A Programmer upgrade is done using a Standard PC running a dedicated installation Program

2.1 Power Supply

2.1.1 Battery Charging

B. 4-pin DIN socket for connection of flexi-switch.

D. RJ11 Socket used for upgrading the Programmer Software version.

Socket B Socket C Socket A

2.4 Functions of the Keys

ENTER - Either selects a setting to be changed or terminates an entry.

SEND - Sends parameter information to the attached tachograph.

DELETE - Allows deletion of the entered value.

1- Rolling Road test.

2.6.1 Diagnostics Menu - Function Descriptions

To prevent unintentional use of the

Language Select - Press ENTER and the DIAGNOSTICS MENU

Press the required key (← or →) until the

Press MENU once to return to the

Note : The time entered should be UTC time.

Fixed Dist leng – Press ENTER to display the DIAGNOSTICS MENU

Press ENTER to change the distance (Note: Enter distance

Press MENU to return to the Diagnostic Menu.

Hardware Test – This test is to be applied by DIAGNOSTICS MENU

Keyboard Test - Press ENTER and then DIAGNOSTICS MENU

Display Test - Press ENTER to start the test DIAGNOSTICS MENU

The default contrast is 25% but this may be Adjust contrast

Press ENTER and the test runs automatically.

ROM Test - Press ENTER to start the test DIAGNOSTICS MENU

The Checksum will appear after a brief (c)2006 Rev 2.03

Press the MENU key once to return to the

Note that the actual checksum value will depend on

Battery Detect - Press ENTER to start the DIAGNOSTICS MENU

The battery voltage will appear after a brief Battery OK!

Press the MENU key once to return to the

Frequency Test – This test is to be applied by DIAGNOSTICS MENU

Set calib no. - Press ENTER to view the DIAGNOSTICS MENU

Press ENTER a second time to change the Set calib no.

Once the number has been changed, press

Press the MENU key to return to the

Use the ← or → keys to select UK, French, Benchtest type

Press ENTER to select the required type.

2.7 Selection of tachograph type

Press ENTER and the TACHO TYPE menu will be displayed.

2.8 Selection of Pulser type (Stoneridge VR8300/1400)

With the Programmer at the MAIN MENU and displaying

• RPM Pulse Test (Stoneridge VR2400/8400/8300, Kienzle1318, Motometer EGK100, 4-stylus

• Read/Erase DTCs (Stoneridge VR2400/SE5000, Kienzle 1324/DTCO and Actia Smartach) -

Table 1: Available functions and required harnesses