M8 Driver Console Unit (DCU)

The M8 Driver Console Unit (DCU) is a 7 inch (17.8cm) dash mounted (or suction mounted) in-cabin screen which is used for navigation, communication, driver ID and alerting.

Features

• Mapping software for navigation on the DCU including voice navigation
• In cabin communication / messaging device “to and from” base
• Ability to send text to DCU (job allocation)
• Audible alarm alerts driver – excessive speed warning, fatigue warnings
• Driver login feature including pre-trip questions
• Driver Fatigue Management (BFM and Standard hours)
• Electronic Work Diary capability
• Over speed warning, alert and alarm
• Route planning and management
• Geo Manual (Clients create any number of pop-up screens for drivers as they enter a specific location. Typical applications include a known dangerous corner or road, or a manual describing what the driver should do when he reaches a destination, such as instructions to deliver to rear of building.)

Speed Alert

Navigation

Geo Manual

Typical Applications
The DCU is used by many different client types, including line haul transport operators to manage driver fatigue and two way messaging. Also used by local transport companies as a messaging and navigation device. It is popular in the waste industry to show drivers the route they are meant to take (reduces training time for new drivers) and is used by mining and utility companies as a form of communication for remote workers. Service and maintenance companies utilise the DCU for job allocation by sending messages to drivers on where their next job is.

Typical Clients
Transport companies, line haul transport operators, delivery and jobbing based contractors, waste management companies, local councils, government departments and limousine companies.