Section 1: Welcome - SPOT GEN3 User Manual

SECTION 1: WELCOME

SPOT Gen4 gives you a critical, life-saving line of communication when you travel beyond the boundaries
of reliable cellular service. SPOT Gen4 lets family, friends, and colleagues know you are OK, or if the
unexpected should happen, sends your GPS location to emergency responders all with the push of a
button. Add this rugged, pocket-sized device to your essential gear and stay connected wherever you
play or work.
• SPOT Gen4 needs a clear view of the sky to obtain a GPS signal to provide the most accurate
location information. SPOT Gen4 is not as reliable at the bottom of a deep canyon, in a cave, or in
very dense woods.
• Orienting SPOT Gen4 so that the SPOT logo is facing up toward the sky will improve performance as
the antenna is located directly under the logo.
• In order to ensure best performance, keep the SPOT Gen4 at least 12-18 inches away from any
navigation equipment or GPS antennas.
To begin using SPOT Gen4, we recommend you spend a few minutes reading through this User Guide, then
visit FindMeSPOT.com to select a service plan and activate your SPOT Gen4.
HERE ARE A FEW IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER ABOUT YOUR SPOT GEN4
Before every adventure, test the Buttons/LED on your device while it's turned off. Once the test has been
completed, go outside where the SPOT Gen4 has a clear view of the sky in all directions and send a
Check In message.
FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW TO TEST THE BUTTONS/LED:
Device check: Insert fresh batteries* and then perform the LED/Button test.
With your SPOT Gen4 off, press & hold the Track
1
button followed by the Power button. Hold for
approximately 3 seconds.
2
Press the S.O.S. and Help buttons at the same time.
Press the Custom Message and Check In buttons at
3
the same time.
NOTE: STEPS HAVE TO BE PERFORMED WITHIN A FEW SECONDS OF EACH OTHER, OR THE TEST WILL TIMEOUT. YOU
CAN START OVER IF THE TEST IS NOT COMPLETED.
The HELP and S.O.S. LEDs should turn green.
All LEDs should turn red.
All LEDs should turn green.
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