Service Activation; Initial System Test - SPOT Connect User Manual

SERVICE ACTIVATION

SPOT activation requires a combination of hardware and online steps, outlined below.
Complete all steps in each row before moving on.
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INITIAL SYSTEM TEST

Perform an initial system test to evaluate your entire messaging
system, from the operational condition of the SPOT to the
readiness of those you've chosen to receive your messages.
1) Go outside to where SPOT has a clear view of the sky in all directions.
2) Press and hold the ON/OFF button until the function light blinks green.
3) Press and hold the Check-In/OK button until the function light blinks green.
4) Leave SPOT outdoors. The GPS indicator light blinks green as SPOT acquires a
GPS fix. Once SPOT acquires your GPS location, the Message Sending light and GPS
light will blink green in unison for ~15 seconds to notify you that your message is being
transmitted with GPS location. The Message Sending light will continue to blink green
over the remainder of the 20 minute message cycle and for one (1) hour after the end
of the message cycle (this is to provide you with additional time to check if your most
recent message was transmitted). The Check-In/OK function light will turn off once
the message cycle is complete.
5) Verify that the message was received in the email or SMS account(s)
that you set up during activation in your Check-In/OK contact list.
6) You can also view your messages in your account at findmeSPOT.com
If the GPS light blinks red, SPOT does not have a clear view of the GPS satellites
and you must move to an area with a clearer view of the sky for proper operation.
Then repeat steps 2 through 5. You can update the names and contact information
anytime via your account on the SPOT website. Leave your personal contact
information as one of the contacts for future system testing and GPS Acquisition
before each trip.
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