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    An arrangement for managing PIN codes in a Vehicle Unit comprising a display and a port adapted to receive a user data device, wherein a PIN code is associated with the Vehicle Unit, the Vehicle Unit being arranged to communicate wirelessly with an external device to transfer data recorded by the Vehicle Unit to the external device upon provision of the PIN code by the external device, wherein the Vehicle Unit is arranged to display the PIN code when an authorised user data device is inserted into the port and authenticated by the Vehicle Unit.(Fig. 4)
    公开号:SE1650574A1
    申请号:SE1650574
    申请日:2016-04-29
    公开日:2017-10-30
    发明作者:Ekström Peter
    申请人:Stoneridge Electronics Ab；
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    专利说明:

    [1] [0001] The present invention relates generally to arrangements for handlingPlN/PUC codes in Vehicle Units.
    [2] [0002] Today, transportation by vehicle requires measurement of parametersand information relating to the driver activities. This is not exclusively done to sat-isfy regulations regarding road transportation, but also for fleet management tomeasure and increase performance and efficiency, as well as for the purpose ofelectronic road tolling, monitoring vehicle or engine performance parameters, mon-itoring data relevant for special transports e.g. dangerous goods, livestock or re-frigerated food etc. Therefore, most vehicles, such as lorry trucks, carry a VehicleUnit (VU) to measure, store and possible also report the collected data. ln thisdocument, the term “Vehicle Unit” shall mean a digital unit capable of gatheringinformation relating to the vehicle. Examples of such information may be a geo-graphical location, driving hours, distance travelled, start time, finish time, resttime, driver name, starting location and finishing location, exhaust measurements,fuel consumption, temperature data from vehicle or cargo sensors, opening andclosing of cargo doors or operation of other vehicle systems, e.g. cranes and liftsetc. One example of a VU is a digital tachograph, capable of recording and digital- ly compiling and storing the vehicle data.
    [3] [0003] The VU is normally located in the cabin of the vehicle, where the VU isarranged in the instrument board, so that the vehicle operator may operate the VUin adjacency to start or stop of a journey. ln order to calculate and estimate thespeed and the travel distance, or other parameters for instance as listed above, ofthe vehicle, the VU is in connectivity to one or more sensors, where the sensorsare capable of measuring for instance the motion of the wheels or other parame- ÉGFS. 71112
    [4] [0004] The VU may be used by law enforcement to check whether or not thedriver complies with the driving regulations. Hence, the VU is normally heavilyregulated and must be certified to high standards regarding functionality, safetyand security. lt is therefore complicated to make changes and to add new func-tions. An extensive certification procedure can considerably contribute to a longtime to market for changes and new functions. Although a hardware and softwareintegrated data off-load function is desirable, such solution may not be economi-cally feasible due to the above mentioned regulation and certification restrictions.
    [5] [0005] According to the prior art solutions, the data stored within the VU is of-floaded to an external device by connecting a cable to a connection port. The term“offloading data” shall be understood to be the function when the VU transfers the stored vehicle data to an external device.
    [6] [0006] The connection port is normally arranged, covered by an access panel, ina front end of the VU. When offloading the vehicle data, then the access panel isnormally temporary removed to expose the connection port. Once the offloadingoperation is completed, the cable, connecting the external device to the connec-tion port, is removed and the access panel replaced. This solution may be sub-optimal if a continuous data feed between the VU and the external device is de-sired. The physical arrangement exposes the VU of increased risk of damage dueto physical breakage as the driver is moving around in the cabin of the vehicle.Moreover, the access panel needs to be removed during the data offloading pro-cedure and thereafter restored in place.
    [7] [0007] EP 2 610 816, the contents of which is hereby incorporated by reference,discloses a Vehicle Unit with an integrated antenna arranged to wirelessly sendsignals to and receive signals from an external device, e.g. using Bluetooth©.However, it is desirable that data from the Vehicle Unit is not transmitted freely and unprotected to any external device.
    [8] [0008] According to Appendix 13 - ITS Interface, the contents of which is here-by incorporated by reference, the design and procedures for implementing an in-terface with Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) are specified to regulate how data 71112 recorded in a vehicular tachograph is transferred to external devices. The appen-dix specifies that data exchange shall be performed via a B|uetooth© interface forshort range (up to 10 metres) wireless communication. For security reason, the VUshall enforce a personal identification number (PIN) code authorisation systemseparated from the B|uetooth© pairing. Each VU shall be able to generate a PlNcode for authentication purposes composed of at least 4 digits. Every time an ex-ternal device pairs with the VU, it must provide the correct PlN code before receiv-ing any data.
    [9] [0009] ln case the incorrect PlN code is repeatedly provided, the VU shall blockthe external device from communication with the VU. For handling such situations,the VU shall be associated with an 8-digit personal unblocking code (PUC). ln or-der to unblock a pairing with a blocked external device, the correct PUC must beprovided.
    [10] [0010] However, handling of PlN and PUC codes may put an inordinate burdenon manufacturers of VUs who, unlike communication service providers sharing thesame challenges with users who misplace, forget and/or enter incorrect PlNcodes, generally do not provide or want to provide comprehensive customer sup-port service for this purpose.
    [11] [0011] Hence, there is a need to develop a solution for handling PlN codeswhich reduces or eliminates the burden on VU manufacturers to provide supportservices whilst at the same time fulfils the requirements for PlN code authorisationset out in Appendix 13 - ITS Interface.
    [12] [0012] An object of the present invention is to provide a secure and simple solu-tion for handling PlN codes which reduces or eliminates the burden on VU manu-facturers to provide support services whilst at the same time fulfils the require-ments for PlN code authorisation set out in Appendix 13 - ITS Interface.
    [13] [0013] This object is achieved by an arrangement for managing PlN codes in aVehicle Unit according to a first aspect of the present invention, wherein the ar- 71112 rangement comprises a display and a port adapted to receive a user data device,wherein a PlN code is associated with the Vehicle Unit, the Vehicle Unit being ar-ranged to communicate wirelessly with an external device to transfer data record-ed by the Vehicle Unit to the external device upon provision of the PlN code by theexternal device, wherein the Vehicle Unit is arranged to display the PlN code whenan authorised user data device is inserted into the port and authenticated by theVehicle Unit. By requiring that an authorised user data device is inserted and au-thorised before displaying the PlN, the arrangement of the invention provides asecure solution for retrieving lost or forgotten PlN codes which may be carried outby the (authorised) user without requiring further assistance from the manufacturerof the Vehicle Unit.
    [14] [0014] ln a preferred embodiment, the Vehicle Unit is arranged to allow a user tochange the PlN code when an authorised user data device is inserted into the portand authenticated by the Vehicle Unit upon entry of the PlN code currently associ-ated with the Vehicle Unit. The possibility of changing the PlN code gives the usermore flexibility and also ensures that unauthorised users cannot get access to theVehicle Unit in case the PlN code is misplaced or inadvertently disclosed to oth- SFS.
    [15] [0015] ln an alternative embodiment, the authorised user data device is a com-pany card or workshop card. Company or workshop cards are specially authorisedcards giving access to Vehicle Units in the whole fleet of a specific company orserved by a specific workshop. Such cards are only accessible to authorised peo-ple associated with the specific company or workshop and therefore seen asproviding a sufficient level of security.
    [16] [0016] ln a preferred embodiment, a PUC code is associated with the VehicleUnit and the Vehicle Unit is arranged to display the PUC code when an authoriseduser data device is inserted into the port and authenticated by the Vehicle Unit.The PUC code allows for unblocking of blocked external devices after a number ofconsecutive unsuccessful attempts to provide the correct PlN code, as explainedbelow. 71112
    [17] [0017] ln an advantageous embodiment, the Vehicle Unit is arranged to blockan external device from wireless communication with the Vehicle Unit in responseto consecutive unsuccessful attempts to provide the PlN code. The blocking ofexternal devices provides an additional layer of security to avoid unauthorised us-ers gaining access to the Vehicle Unit by guessing and providing the PlN code byrepeated trial and error.
    [18] [0018] ln a further preferred embodiment, wherein the Vehicle Unit is arrangedto block the external device during a predetermined period of time which is de- pendent on the number of consecutive unsuccessful attempts to provide the PlNcode. By correlating the blocking duration with the number of consecutive unsuc- cessful attempts, the security level can be adjusted to a desired level.
    [19] [0019] ln an advantageous embodiment, the Vehicle Unit is arranged to indefi-nitely block an external device from wireless communication with the Vehicle Unitwhen the number of consecutive unsuccessful attempts to provide the PlN codeexceeds a threshold value. Preferably, the Vehicle Unit is arranged to unblock theexternal device upon provision of a PUC code associated with the Vehicle Unit. lncase of a high number of consecutive unsuccessful attempts to provide the correctPlN code, the Vehicle Unit will blacklist the external device which then no longer isable to be paired with the Vehicle Unit by means of the PlN code. lnstead, the ex-ternal device needs to be unblocked by providing the PUC code, which adds anadditional level of security.
    [20] [0020] ln an alternative embodiment, wherein an initial PlN code is associatedwith the Vehicle Unit, wherein the initial PlN code is of a generic, easily memorisednature. Preferably, the Vehicle Unit is arranged to prompt a user to change theinitial PlN code when a user data device is inserted into the port. The initial PlNcode is easy to remember and therefore facilitates handling and installation for themanufacturer and the user. By prompting the user to change the initial PlN code,the security level is assured.
    [21] [0021] ln a second aspect of the present invention, there is provided a VehicleUnit comprising an arrangement according to the first aspect. 71112
    [22] [0022] ln a third aspect of the present invention, there is provided a correspond-ing method for handling PlN codes in a Vehicle Unit comprising a display and aport adapted to receive a user data device, wherein a PlN code is associated withthe Vehicle Unit, the Vehicle Unit being arranged to communicate wirelessly withan external device to transfer data recorded by the Vehicle Unit to the externaldevice upon provision of the PlN code by the external device, the method compris-ing the steps of: - detecting if an authorised user data device is inserted into the port; - authenticating the authorised user data device; and - displaying the PlN code on the display.
    [23] [0023] Further embodiments of the second aspect are provided in the depend-ent claims appended hereto.
    [24] [0024] The invention is now described, by way of example, with reference to theaccompanying drawings, in which: Fig. 1 shows a perspective view of a Vehicle Unit (VU) with a closed access panel;Fig. 2 shows a perspective view of a Vehicle Unit (VU) with an open access panel;Fig. 3 shows a front view of the Vehicle Unit (VU); and Fig. 4 illustrates a block chart of a signaling scenario involving a Vehicle Unit (VU)and a User Equipment.
    [25] [0025] ln the following, a detailed description of an arrangement for handlingPlN/PUC codes in Vehicle Units is provided.it should be understood that the ar-rangement is usually comprised in the Vehicle Unit, which is why the terms 'ar-rangement' and 'Vehicle Unit' are used interchangeably when discussing the fea-tures of the present invention. This should in no way be interpreted as limiting the scope of protection or how the features may combined with each other.
    [26] [0026] Fig. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a Vehicle Unit (VU) 1, such as atachograph 1, for measuring, processing, storing or reporting collected vehicle da- 71112 ta. The outer design and form factor of the VU 1 complies with standards in thefield of tachographs such as e.g. ISO 7736. The front end 4 of the VU1 comprisesan access panel 2 being in a closed position, i.e. wherein the access panel isclosed, thereby covering a space 6 for housing a printer, preferably a removableprinter module 8. The VU 1 further comprises a display 3, at least one portadapted to receive a user data device in the form of a first card tray 5 and a sec-ond card tray 5', and a first side end 4' to disclose the depth of the VU 1 in a direc-tion perpendicular to the front side 4. Examples of user data devices to be insertedinto the card trays 5, 5' include company cards, workshop cards or driver cards.The user data devices may have different levels of authorisation in order to pro-vide access to the different functions of the VU 1 as will be explained further be- low.
    [27] [0027] Fig. 2 discloses the VU 1 of Fig. 1 wherein the access panel 2 has beenbrought to an open position, i.e. wherein the access panel 2 is open. Behind theaccess panel 2, the space 6 adapted to house the removable printer module 8 isdisclosed. Preferably, the access panel 2 is pivotally arranged on the removableprinter module 8 on the back side 2' of the access panel 2. On one side of thespace 6 a connection port 7 has been arranged, wherein the connection port isaccessible from the front side of the VU 1 and the ports connection pins extend ina direction normal to the plane of the front side. The connection port 7 is coveredby the access panel 2 when the access panel 2 is in a closed position. The con-nection port 7 is adapted for off-loading data stored in the VU 1 to an external de-vice by connecting a cable between the connection port 7 and an external device.The connection port may be a serial connection port. During offloading of data us-ing a cable connection between the connection port and an external device, theaccess panel 2 including the removable printer module 8 is removed entirely fromthe front end 4 of the VU 1 in order to expose the connection port 7. This may bedone by a manual operation performed by for instance the driver of the vehicle, ina sequence of steps including first bringing the access panel 2 into an open posi-tion and thereafter pulling the access panel 2 in a direction normal to a plane ofthe access panel 2 and towards the driver. 71112
    [28] [0028] According to one possible embodiment, the connection port 7 may be aserial data interface, i.e. a serial port. The connection port 7 may typically be ar-ranged such that information stored or processed within the VU 1, can be off-loaded to an external device. The usage and operation of serial ports exists in pro- fusion in the prior art.
    [29] [0029] Fig. 3 shows a front view of the VU 1, illustrating a block chart of thecomponents of the access panel 2 as well as the area covered by the access pan-el 2 when the access panel is in a closed position. For the purpose of transmittingvehicle data from the VU 1 and communicating to external devices without con-necting a cable there between, the access panel 2 has been equipped with an in-tegrated antenna 14. Integration of the integrated antenna 14 into the access pan-el 2 may be achieved by moulding the antenna into the material of the accesspanel 2, such as plastic, in a way that no portion of the antenna extends beyondthe surface of the access panel 2, i.e. wherein the integrated antenna is arrangedwithin the external surface of the access panel 2. The external surface of the ac-cess panel 2 means the outermost boundary of the access panel 2. Integration ofthe integrated antenna 14 into the material such as plastic may also comprisemoulding the antenna 14 into the material such that a portion of the antenna 14 isarranged inside the external surface of the access panel 2 and a portion of theantenna 14 is arranged to protrude from the external surface of the access panel2. Integration of the integrated antenna 14 into the material such as plastic of theaccess panel 2 may also comprise attaching an antenna onto and adjacent thesurface of the access panel, preferably on a back side 2'of the access panel 2.The integrated antenna is preferably a short range antenna such as a Bluetoothantenna adapted to wirelessly send signals to, and receive signals from externaldevices located within or in close proximity of the vehicle. The integrated antenna14 is further connected to a processing unit 9 for protocol processing or conver-sion wherein protocol processing or conversion comprises for instance protocoltranslation, tunnelling, encapsulation, which will be described in further detail be-low in this description. The processing unit 9 and the integrated antenna 14 arefurther connectable to the connection port 7 via contact device 15. The processing unit 9 is connected in series between the integrated antenna 14 and the connec- 71112 tion port 7. Preferably, the processing unit 9 is integrated into the material of theaccess panel 2 together with the integrated antenna 14 during the moulding pro-cess of the access panel 2. However, in a manner similar to that of the integratedantenna 14, the integration of the processing unit 9 may also mean that the pro-cessing unit 9 is attached onto and adjacent the surface of the access panel 2.
    [30] [0030] With reference to Fig. 4, a block chart illustrating a signalling scenarioinvolving a VU 1, 32 and an external device, such as a User Equipment, UE, 33 isdescribed. Fig. 4 shows a vehicle 30 having a VU 1, 32 arranged in the operatingcabin of the vehicle 30. The VU 32 is in wireless communication connectivity witha UE 33.
    [31] [0031] According to one possible example, the VU 1, 32 can transmit data usinghigh frequency radio communication. Although the distance of such radio commu-nication is limited, 5 meters of signal reach will normally suffice to connect the VU1, 32 and the UE 33. According to one possible example, the VU 1, 32 comprisesa Bluetooth antenna and processor, enabling a Personal Area Network, PAN,comprising the VU 1, 32 and one or more UEs 33. However, also other wirelesstechnologies, such as Ultra-Wide Band (UWB) or Wireless Local Area NetworkLAN, lnstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, IEEE, 802.11, are also pos- sible for enabling a wireless communication between the VU 1, 32 and the UE 33.
    [32] [0032] The communication using wireless interface formed between the UE 33and the integrated antenna of the VU 1, 32 is ofa first communication protocol.The first communication protocol is defined in the prior art for WLAN, Bluetooth orany of the UWB implementations. However, the connection port may be of anotherinterface type which requires protocol processing or conversion such as transla-tion, tunnelling or encapsulation from the first communication protocol into a sec-ond communication protocol, or vice versa, to enable the wireless communication.According to one possible embodiment, the communication port of the VU1, 32, asshown in Figs 2-4d, is a serial port having a serial communication physical inter-face which may require the processing unit, being connected to the integrated an- 71112 tenna, to process or convert, data to be sent, or which is received, to comply withthe VU 1, 32 and the UE 33.
    [33] [0033] The UE 33 may further be capable of receiving Global Positioning Sys-tem (GPS) signals from one or more satellites 36. The UE 33 can thereby compileand structure information relating to the vehicle 30, provided by the VU 1, 32 usingthe wireless interface between the UE 33 and the VU 1, 32, based on the geo- graphical position of the vehicle 30.
    [34] [0034] The UE 33 may be capable of communicate using a Radio Access Net-work, RAN, comprising a Base Station 34. The BS 34 can then communicate, us-ing a Wide Area Network, such as lnternet or a private WAN, such as a corporatenetwork, with a back end server 35, which may comprise a fleet management sys-tem. The UE 33 may also be adapted to communicate directly with a back endserver 35 using a WAN or in certain situations a Wireless Local Area Network,WLAN. The latter may be preferable in a situation wherein the vehicle and the UE33 is located or parked close to and using the WLAN of for instance a home office,goods terminal or at a customs station. ln other words, the VU 1, 32 may provideinformation relating to the operation of the vehicle 30 to the UE 33 using the wire-less interface between the VU 1, 32 and the UE 33. Then, the UE 33 may provideparts, or all, of the information relating to the operation of the vehicle to a back endserver 35. The back end server 35, according to one embodiment comprising afleet management system may then, based on the provided information, help thevehicle operator to make decisions for a more efficient transportation.
    [35] [0035] ln order to wirelessly connect the UE 33 to the VU 1, 32 for transfer anduploading of vehicle data recorded by the VU 1, 32, the user is required to providea personal identification number (PlN code) associated with the VU 1, 32, e.g. di-rectly into the VU 1, 32 through a suitable interface (numeric keypad, touchscreen display or similar) or via the UE 33 to be connected.
    [36] [0036] Normally, the PlN code is pre-programmed into the VU 1, 32 upon deliv-ery from the manufacturer. The PlN code may also be provided in (paper) docu- mentation accompanying the VU 1, 32 upon delivery. However, this documenta- 7111211 tion is not intended to be kept in the vehicle 30. The vehicle 30 may be used bymany different users such as drivers, workshop mechanics, maintenance staff etc.Often, an otherwise authorised user wishing to connect a UE 33 to the VU 1, 32may therefore not have in situ access to the PlN code associated with the VU 1,32 in the vehicle 30. The present invention offers a simple solution to problemswith handling of PlN codes in such situations, obviating the need for an especiallydedicated customer service to assist authorised users not having access to thePlN code, due to misplacement or for other reasons being unable to enter the cor-rect PlN code associated with the VU 1, 32.
    [37] [0037] According to the present invention, the VU 1, 32 is arranged to displaythe PlN code associated with the VU 1, 32 when an authorised user data device isinserted into one of the card trays 5, 5”. ln the context of the present invention, anauthorised user data device shall be understood as any user data device (e.g.card) which may be authenticated to verify a relationship between the cardholderand the registered owner of the vehicle 30. As an example, the vehicle 30 may bepart of a fleet of vehicles owned and operated by e.g. a haulage or logistics com-pany or public transit company. Then the cardholder may be a driver, a mechanic,maintenance staff etc. employed or contracted by the company to drive, service orfor other reasons being allowed access to the vehicle 30 and the VU 1, 32. Theuser data device may then be a driver card, a workshop card or a company card.Hence, any authorised cardholder may retrieve the PlN code associated with theVU 1, 32 simply by inserting the card into the VU 1, 32.
    [38] [0038] Furthermore, the VU 1, 32 is arranged to allow authorised users tochange the PlN code such that the level of security of the wireless pairing of theVU 1, 32 with a UE 33 is not compromised in case of the PlN code becomingknown to non-authorised users. ln order to change the PlN code, the user mustinsert an authorised card into the VU 1, 32, enter the current PlN code associatedwith the VU 1, 32 and then enter a new PlN code.
    [39] [0039] ln case an incorrect PlN code is entered into the VU 1, 32, the VU 1, 32will not give access to the UE 33 trying to connect. To avoid non-authorised users 7111212 trying to gain access to the VU 1, 32 through repeated/consecutive forced at-tempts to enter the (incorrect) PlN code, the VU 1, 32 is arranged to block orblacklist the UE 33. ln accordance with Appendix 13 - ITS Interface, the durationof blocking or blacklisting depends on the number of consecutive unsuccessful orfailed attempts to enter the PlN code. lf the number of consecutive unsuccessfulattempts exceeds a threshold value, the blocking becomes permanent.
    [40] [0040] As with other analogous systems (e.g. SIM cards for mobile phones),there may also be provided a personal unblocking code (PUC) associated with theVU 1, 32 to be used to unblock a permanently blocked UE 33. As with the PlNcode, the PUC code may not be accessible in situ. Therefore, the VU 1, 32 is ar-ranged to display the PUC code in a similar fashion to the displaying of the PlNcode, i.e. upon insertion and authentication of an authorised user data device(card) into the VU 1, 32. However, it is desirable that only company cards andworkshop cards are authorised for this purpose. The number of driver cards isusually higher than the number of company cards and workshop cards and cantherefore more easily be misplaced or stolen, thereby compromising the level ofsecurity.
    [41] [0041] The PlN code can be a simple, easily memorised PlN code such as'1234' or similar. As the initial PlN code may easily be guessed by non-authorisedusers, the VU 1, 32 is arranged to prompt a user to change the initial PlN codewhen an authorised user data device is inserted into the port. To this end, the useris required to enter or provide the initial PlN code before entering a new PlN code to replace the initial PlN code.
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    [1] 1. An arrangement for managing PlN codes in a Vehicle com-prising a displaymijgåjg and a adapted to receive a user data device, _. N . wherein a PlN code is associated with the Vehicle Unitggfig; the Vehicle Unit^§;jjš“;_ .f - »wt _ being arranged to communicate wirelessly with an external device__¿¿¿__;_š to transfer data recorded by the Vehicle to the external devicegígïgäjgšg: upon provision of the PlN code by the external device__§_§;.¿__;_}_, wherein the Vehicle Unit__§_f§__;_ is arranged to display the PlN code when an authorised user data device is inserted into the and authenticated by the Vehicle Unit__=¿f“_š_
    [2] 2. The arrangement according to claim 1, wherein the Vehicle Unit__§¿f°_š_ arranged to allow a user to change the PlN code when an authorised user datadevice is inserted into the port and authenticated by the Vehicle upon entry of the PlN code currently associated with the Vehicle Unit__=§j_š_
    [3] 3. The arrangement according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the authorised user data device is a company card, workshop card or driver card.
    [4] 4. The arrangement according to claim 1 or 2, wherein a PUC code is asso-ciated with the Vehicle and the Vehicle is arranged to dis-play the PUC code when an authorised user data device is inserted into the port . _.« wherein the authorised user data and authenticated by the Vehicle Unitflj; device is a company card or a workshop card.
    [5] 5. The arrangement according to any one of the preceding claims, whereinthe Vehicle is arranged to block an external devicegijgšjgšgfg from wirelesscommunication with the Vehicle in response to consecutive unsuc- cessful attempts to provide the PlN code.
    [6] 6. The arrangement according to claim wherein the Vehicle is arranged to block the external device__;:§_;§_§§¿_§ during a predetermined period of time 14 which is dependent on the number of consecutive unsuccessful attempts to pro-vide the PlN code.
    [7] 7. The arrangement according to claim 5 or 6, wherein the Vehicle Unit__§_f§__;_ .~ «~ is arranged to indefinitely block an external device from wireless commu- cccccccccc . nication with the Vehicle Unit___§_'j'__ when the number of consecutive unsuccess- ful attempts to provide the PlN code exceeds a predetermined threshold value.
    [8] 8. The arrangement according to claim 7, wherein the Vehicle Unitgglš arranged to unblock the external device___:§_§š_§§¿_§ upon provision of a PUC code asso-ciated with the Vehicle
    [9] 9. The arrangement according to any one of the preceding claims, whereinan initial PlN code is associated with the Vehicle wherein the initialPlN code is of a generic, easily memorised nature.
    [10] 10. The arrangement according to claim 9, wherein the Vehicle Unit__§_f§ arranged to prompt a user to change the initial PlN code when an authorised userdata device is inserted into the port.
    [11] 11. A Vehicle Unit__;:§j_šof the preceding claims. comprising an arrangement according to any one
    [12] 12. A method for managing PlN codes in a Vehicle comprising adisplay¿¿“;§:¿§ and a adapted to receive a user data device, wherein a PlNthe Vehicle Unit___{_ ranged to communicate wirelessly with an external devicegijgšggïgg to transfer data I code is associated with the Vehicle Unit___{_¶ - i“nå being ar- recorded by the Vehicle to the external device___:§ upon provision ofthe PlN code by the external device, the method comprising the steps of:- detecting if an authorised user data device is inserted into the port;- authenticating the authorised user data device; and - displaying the PlN code on the display.
    [13] 13. The method according to claim 12, wherein the Vehicle isarranged to allow a user to change the PlN code, the method further comprisingthe steps of: - prompting a user to enter the PlN code currently associated with the Vehi- Cle Unitiiš - verifying if the entered PlN code is correct; and - prompting the user to enter a new PlN code.
    [14] 14. The method according to claim 12 or 13, wherein a PUC code is associ-ated with the Vehicle Unit_¿§j_š- displaying the PUC code on the display. the method further comprising the step of:
    [15] 15. The method according to any one of claims 12-14, further comprising thesteps of:- verifying if a PlN code provided by an external device___§_§$_§§_i§_ is correct;- if an incorrect PlN code is provided, prompting a user to provide the PlNcode again; and- blocking the external devicegí§šg§šjg from wireless communication with theVehicle in response to consecutive unsuccessful attempts to provide the correct PlN code.
    [16] 16. The method according to claim 15, wherein the blocking is effective dur-ing a predetermined period of time which is dependent on the number of consecu- tive unsuccessful attempts to provide the PlN code.
    [17] 17. The method according to claim 15 or 16, further comprising the steps of:- blocking the external devicegí§šg§šgjg indefinitely if the number of consecutiveunsuccessful attempts to provide the PlN code exceeds a predetermined threshold value.
    [18] 18. The method according to claim 17, further comprising the steps of:- prompting a user to provide a PUC code associated with the Vehicle Unit by means of an indefinitely blocked external device___§_§$_§§§ 16 - verifying if the PUC code provided by the indefinitely blocked external de- is correct; and - if the provided PUC is correct, unbiocking the indefinitely blocked external
    [19] 19. The method according to any one of claims 12-18, wherein an initial PlNcode is associated with the Vehicle wherein the initial PlN code is of ageneric, easily memorised nature, the method further comprising the steps of: - prompting a user to change the initial PlN code.
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