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Totem is dedicated to making live events safer, more immersive, and more beautiful. Please read this manual before using your Totem Compass, and keep it for future reference. Scan the QR code on the back of your Totem Compass to register your device and update your software.
Your Totem Compass Touch Crystal & Halo Buttons & Ports Vibe Mode Compass Mode Get Started 10-19 Power On & Off 10-11 Your Totem on Power Up 12-13 Establish Satellite Connection 14-15 Bond your Totems 16-17 Navigate 18-19 Additional Features...
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Content Table of Additional Features (cont.) 20-31 Brightness Settings 26-27 Touch Crystal Colors 28-29 Software Updates Support & Troubleshooting Care & Maintenance 32-33 Conditions for Use Battery Life & Range Performance Variables 36-37 Technical Specifications 38-39 Warranty Information Return Policy...
Totem Compass Buttons & Ports Power Button Functions: SOS Button • Power On Functions: (single-click) • SOS Alerts • Power Off (press + hold) (press + hold) • Software • Adjust Updates Brightness (triple-click) (single-click) USB-C Port Functions: • Charging...
2) Your Totem on Power Up When your Totem powers on, the Halo displays a Battery Level Indicator: • Full Green Halo = 100% • Yellow Half-Filled Halo = 50% • Yellow Quarter-Filled Halo = 25% • Red, Flashing Touch Crystal = Low Battery...
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get started 100% Charged 50% Charged 25% Charged Low Battery...
2. Step away from roofs, walls, and other large structures 3. Wait 10-15 minutes for your Totem to establish Satellite Connection* *Enable Eco Mode to speed up satellite connection process...
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get started searching for satellite connection satellite connection nearby satellite connection successful satellite connection successful with Bond established...
When Bonding is successful: The blue light on your Totem’s Halo will change to the color of your new Bond. The Halo will collapse into a single LED Note: Your Totem Compass will always remember Bonds unless you remove them...
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get started How to Bond Bonding Success Already Bonded Max. Bonds Reached...
5) Navigate Establish Satellite Connection (see page X) Move 20 meters away from Bonded peer Hold Totem in Compass Mode and spin in a circle once to calibrate Follow the direction of Bond Light on Halo As you move toward Bonded peer, Bond...
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get started Bonded peer is >100 meters away Bonded peer is 50-20 meters away Bonded peer is <10 meters away Note: If you or a Bonded peer are out of peer-to-peer range, your Bond Light will begin to “breathe”, indicating stale location data...
When Bonded peer receives SOS Alert: Their Touch Crystal will blink “SOS” in morse code; Bond Light will blink rapidly when Totem is in Compass Mode To disable SOS Alert: Press and hold SOS Button until red light stops blinking...
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additional features Send SOS Disable SOS Receive SOS...
additional features Bond Lights & Colors Bond Light colors are automatically assigned to peers based on Bonding order: • First Bond = pink • Second Bond: green • Third Bond = blue • Fourth Bond = yellow To check colors of Bonded peers: Move Totems together Touch Crystal will display color of Bonded peer...
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additional features second Bond third Bond first Bond fourth Bond Bonded Peer Check...
Remove Bonds Triple-tap Touch Crystal while Totem is in Compass Mode 2. Single-tap Touch Crystal to cycle between Bonded peers 3. Press and hold Touch Crystal to remove selected Bond Note: Bonded peers that you remove will no longer be able...
Brightness Settings Your Totem has 3 brightness settings that impact battery life: Day Vibe (10+ hours) Night Vibe (14+ hours) Eco Mode (24+ hours) To toggle between brightness settings, click the Power Button once while your Totem is powered on.
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additional features Eco Mode Day Vibe Night Vibe 24+ hours 10+ hours 14+ hours...
Touch Crystal colors are for aesthetic purposes only and do not correlate to Bond Light colors. To change your Touch Crystal color: Enter Compass Mode Single-tap Touch Crystal to change color Continue tapping Touch Crystal to cycle through twelve different colors...
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additional features Available Crystal Colors Blue Indigo Magenta Hot Pink Orange Yellow Yellow-Green Green Blue-Green Teal White Aqua...
Software Updates Totem releases periodic, free Software Updates downloadable straight to your device. Remember to update your Totem Compass before you leave for any outdoor event. scan to download software update...
Support & Troubleshooting If you encounter an issue with your Totem Compass, ensure you have updated your device to the latest software version. For all Totem Compass Resources & Support, scan the QR code below: scan for resources...
• Avoid placing the device in pockets or bags with sharp objects. Water Resistance • The Totem Compass can withstand light rain and splashes but should not be submerged in water. • Dry immediately if exposed to moisture. Charging •...
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Cleaning • Fingerprints and smudges may appear on the surface. Use a soft, dry microfiber cloth to gently wipe the device. • For deeper cleaning, use a slightly damp cloth with water or mild soap. Avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive materials. Environmental Care •...
Conditions for Use • Use the device outdoors in open areas with a clear view of the horizon to maintain a reliable Satellite Connection. • Keep the device at least one foot away from smart phones, iron-based objects or heavy metal structures, as these can interfere with accuracy and satellite connection.
Battery Life & Range Maximum Battery Playtime*: • Day Vibe: ~10 hours • Night Vibe: ~14 hours • Eco Mode: 24+ hours Charging Time: • Charges in ~45 minutes via standard USB-C • Charging Light turns green on full charge Range: Peer-to-peer range is ~1 kilometer, but Unity Mesh Network™ extends that range for all Totems in the...
Performance Variables The Totem Compass leverages Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) to provide accurate positioning and navigation. However, several factors can influence its performance: Environmental Obstructions: Physical obstructions such as dense foliage, tall buildings, or mountainous terrain can cause signal reflection or blockage, leading to multipath errors and decreased positional accuracy.
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Solar Activity: Elevated solar activity can induce scintillation events in the ionosphere, degrading the quality of satellite signals. In standard GNSS receivers, mild scintillation can reduce position accuracy by several meters, while severe scintillation can cause signal loss. Weather Conditions: Adverse weather can have minor effects on the strength and quality of GNSS signals, potentially impacting the device’s performance.
Technical Specifications Model: Totem Compass Gen 1 Power Adapter Charging Voltage: 5V Max Charging Current: 1A Battery Type: LiPo ion Battery Capacity: 1000 mAh Wireless Frequency/Protocol: 2.4GHz Charging Port: USB type C Operating Temperature: -10°-60°C / 14°-140°F Housing Material: MABS Size: 58x58x24 mm/ 2.28x2.28x0.95 in...
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Safety Features: Over-voltage and under-voltage protection to ensure safe operation within the specified voltage range. • Thermal shutdown prevents the device from overheating during high-stress conditions • Designed with safeguards to prevent damage from short circuits Lanyard Material: 100% polyester braided around a core of 10 natural latex threads Lanyard Relaxed Size: 360 x 2.5 mm Lanyard Stretched Size: 620 x 2.5 mm...
Warranty Information Your limited warranty starts on the date of your purchase and lasts for ninety (90) days. The Warranty Period is not extended if we repair or replace a warranted product. We may change the availability of this limited warranty at our discretion, but any changes will not be retroactive.
Return Policy Except for any products designated on the Website as non-returnable, we will accept a return of undamaged products for a refund of your purchase price, less the original shipping and handling costs, provided such return is made within fourteen (14) days of delivery and provided such products are returned in their original condition and packaging.
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This package contains recyclable materials. Please dispose of it responsibly by recycling where facilities exist.
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