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What's New with DriverMate
The appearance of the DriverMate screens has been improved to provide better user interaction and communication.
DriverMate Supported Devices
DriverMate currently runs on Android tablets in landscape mode that support a resolution of at least 1280x800.
About Installing and Configuring DriverMate
In some cases, you may have to change some of the properties that were configured and set when DriverMate was first installed. Most of these settings are in the DriverMateXam.json file.
Auto Configuring DriverMate
Select a Configuration option to control how you want to set the DriverMate properties.
Setting DriverMate Configuration File
The DriverMate configuration is stored in the DriverMateXam.json file, which your Trapeze representative provides.
Installing the APK File
The DriverMate apk file contains the DriverMate files and is provided by your Trapeze representative.
DriverMate Permissions
When you first launch DriverMate, you will be prompted to accept several permissions. Accept all permissions to allow DriverMate to function properly.
Setting the MDT ID
The MDT ID is set when you first open DriverMate and is typically the same as the Vehicle number.
Viewing Status Settings
The Status feature allows you to view a subset of DriverMate settings.
Status Screen
The Status screen displays information about DriverMate and the device it is running on.
About Deploying Properties Using Json Files
Most property settings are stored in the DriverMateXam.json file, which is stored in the Documents folder of the Android tablet. When the application is started, it will load the settings in this file.
DriverMate Settings
The DriverMate settings use an ID instead of a local (Language) specific name. The setting ID is unique and cannot be changed. (These settings are not compatible with those of DriverMate classic.)
Arrive Report
Arrive Report records the time and odometer when a vehicle first enters the arrive target radius (set with the Arrive Distance in Meters).
Channel Status Indicators
The channel status indicator shows the connection status of DriverMate to the XGate server.
Client Call Out
DriverMate can be configured to notify the server before the vehicle arrives at the client's location.
Client Signature Capture
The Signature Capture functionality allows passengers to enter their signature for a trip on the DriverMate tablet.
Driver Login Message
Driver safety messages intend to inform drivers of their responsibilities and to remind them to focus on safety while performing their tasks.
Drive Screens
Drive Screens is a safety feature of DriverMate designed to minimize driver interaction with the device while the vehicle is moving.
EAM Checklist
The EAM checklist feature is an integration that allows for pre and post-trip vehicle checklist inspections to be displayed from EAM's Electronic Vehicle Inspection Reporting (eVIR).
End of Day Summary
The End of Day Summary provides drivers an overview of their performance for the day. After performing the pull-in event, DriverMate automatically requests the End of Day Summary from Trapeze PASS.
Local Notifications
Local notifications allow an application to ask the Android OS to send a notification to the user and perform specific actions when tapped.
Location Target
DriverMate uses location targets to determine when drivers can arrive specific events (for example, a pick-up). Targets can be set to time, GPS, or both.
Smart Safety Reminders
The Smart Safety Reminders provide a way of displaying warnings and reminders to the driver when arriving and performing events based on specific space or mobility types.
Time Display Customization
You can customize how and which times are displayed on the Manifest and event details screens. DriverMate supports up to a maximum of two time fields.
About Maps and Navigation
If your system has been configured to support maps and navigation, drivers can view the current position of their vehicle and destination on a map and get turn-by-turn navigational assistance.
About XGate 5 Secure Channel
DriverMate supports the XGate5 XPDP Secure channel, which is similar to the standard XGate5 XPDP channel except it has enhanced security based on SSL certificates.
Generating SSL Certificates in XGate5
If your XGate Server is running version 5.6 and higher, XGate can automatically create a self-signed certificate.
About DriverMate
DriverMate allows demand response drivers to receive information from and provide information to dispatchers in real time over the air.
About This Guide
The DriverMate System Administrator Guide provides information on some DriverMate features and how to configure them.