Changing Duty Status

Quickly update your duty status in the Matrack ELD Driver App to keep your logs accurate and compliant. This guide explains how to change your status (e.g., Driving, On Duty, Sleeper) with ease. For step-by-step instructions, refer to our help guide or watch the instructional video.

Follow this guide to easily change your duty status and ensure compliance with HOS regulations.

1

Open the Dashboard

Log in to the Matrack ELD Driver App. The first screen you’ll see is the Dashboard.

In the center of the Dashboard, you'll see a circle displaying your current duty status and available hours. Tap on the circle in the center of the Dashboard. This will open a menu showing the available duty statuses:

Off Duty, Sleeper, On Duty, Driving, Personal Trip, Yard Mov

2

Change to "On Duty" Status

Tap On Duty to select and highlight it.

Verify that the app automatically detects your location. If not, enter the location manually. Check the odometer reading. It will auto-populate, but you can also enter it manually if needed. Add a note in the provided field. Example: Type "On Duty."

Skip the Break Details drop-down menu for this status (leave it blank). Tap the Save icon in the top-right corner to update your status. You’ll return to the Dashboard, which will now display your status as On Duty along with updated hours.

3

Change to "Off Duty" Status

Tap the circle displaying your hours on the Dashboard to access the status menu. Select Off Duty to highlight it.

Verify your location or enter it manually. Add a note such as "Off Duty" (notes must be at least five characters).

In the Break Details drop-down menu, select one of the following options:

30-Minute Break, Shift Break, Cycle Break, Short Split, Long Split, Not Applicable

Tap the Save icon to update your status. The Dashboard will now display your status as Off Duty, along with your selected break type.

4

Change to "Driving" Status

The Driving status is updated automatically when your truck moves at a speed of 5 miles per hour or more.

To manually change to Driving status:

Tap Driving in the status menu to highlight it. Verify or manually enter your location. Add a note, such as "Driving." Tap the Save icon in the top-right corner to update your status.

The Dashboard will display your Driving status and the remaining driving hours (e.g., 8 hours until your next 30-minute break).

Additional Information

• Driving hours on the Dashboard will reflect time until your next required break (8 hours) and total daily driving time (11 hours).

• Always update your status to match your activity and stay compliant with HOS rules