Digidown devices

Device Update

Guide to updating compatible Digidown devices for use with Gen2 tachographs

Keep your device up to date

Tachograph technology has evolved over the years, and keeping your download tool compatible ensures you're always ready on the road:

2005 Generation 1 digital tachographs introduced

2019 Generation 2 Version 1 (Gen2v1 / Smart1)

2023 Generation 2 Version 2 (Gen2v2 / Smart2)

Good News!

To download data from any of these devices, you need a compatible download tool and your device may already be ready!


Update your device

You'll only need the unit, a computer running Windows and the USB cable that came with the unit. Follow these steps:

  1. Download the Digidown Update Utility:

Digidown Update Utility [Windows]
Update compatible Digidown devices to work with Gen2 tachographs
  1. Unzip the downloaded file.

  2. Double click to run the unzipped file.

  3. Follow the instructions on screen.


Compatibility

Check the unit's serial number, found on the back of the device:

Digidown

Digidown Plus

LogisticsUK/FTA

Digidown Blue

Gen1

Gen2v1

Gen2v2

From 63120

onwards

From 35549
onwards

From 35549
onwards

-

ReadyUpdate Recommended

ReadyUpdate Recommended

ReadyUpdate Recommended

From 54910
to 63119

From 25446
to 35548

From F7450
to F10300

From 2182
onwards

ReadyUpdate Recommended

ReadyUpdate Recommended

Needs Update

From 48437
to 54909

From 19544
to 25445

From F5375
to F7449

From 1698
to 2181

ReadyUpdate Recommended

Needs Update

Not Compatible

Up to 48436

Up to 19543

Up to F5374

Up to 1697

ReadyUpdate Recommended

Not Compatible

Not Compatible

What to do when your device is not compatible
You can buy a new unit through your current distributor or click here and get in touch with us for friendly advice.


Troubleshooting

If you encounter any problems, try:

  1. Before running the unzipped file, disable your antivirus (typically achieved by right-clicking the antivirus icon on the tray and selecting the Disable option.

  2. Running the unzipped file as an adminisrator (by right-clicking the file and selecting 'Run as administrator').

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