Initial System Test; Mounting Spot Trace; Section 4: Spot Trace Features - SPOT TRACE User Manual

SPOT TRACE mounted under the fiberglass
fairing of a motorcycle using the included
Velcro strip and mounting bracket.

INITIAL SYSTEM TEST

After activating service and powering on, SPOT TRACE will perform an initial system test to
evaluate your messaging system, the chosen location of the unit and profile settings.
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Turn SPOT TRACE on - press and hold the Power button; lights will illuminate.
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Power and GPS lights will blink green as the unit performs a self-test and starts the
tracking process.
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Leave SPOT TRACE outdoors. During the initial 20 minutes, the GPS light will blink green as SPOT
TRACE acquires a GPS fix. Once SPOT TRACE acquires your GPS location, the GPS light will
rapidly blink green to notify you that your message is being transmitted with your GPS location.
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Verify that the track point/location was received in your account at FindMeSPOT.com.
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If the GPS light blinks red during initial system test, this means that either the GPS location fix
has failed or the GPS signal is low. You should move your SPOT TRACE to a new location.
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MOUNTING SPOT TRACE

• Use the reversible mounting bracket, double sided industrial strength tape, adhesive grip pad or
adhesive velcro strips (all included) to affix the SPOT TRACE to your asset
• Ensure the SPOT logo is pointed toward the sky
• The united can be mounted beneath fiberglass, fabric or glass, but metal obstructions should be
avoided (see examples on page 5 & 6)
• If using an external DC source, ensure that the unit will be mounted close enough to the power source
• If using an External DC source, SPOT Trace will NOT be waterproof unless using the Waterproof –
DC Power Cable (sold separately).
• Experiment with mounting options to determine what works best for your asset and your needs
NOTE: Before permanently affixing SPOT TRACE to your asset, verify that the track point/location was
received in your account at FindMeSPOT.com to ensure there are no physical barriers that may interfere
with the GPS location acquisition or message transmission.
PLACEMENT OF YOUR SPOT TRACE
The placement of your SPOT TRACE can make a difference. For best reception, always mount the unit
with the SPOT logo pointed towards the sky (the satellite antenna is located under the logo).
SPOT Trace is not designed to be attached or worn on a person's body. SPOT Trace should only be used
when located at least 20 cm (7.9 inches) away from the human body

SECTION 4: SPOT TRACE FEATURES

SPOT TRACE utilizes several features to help you track your assets. Features can be enabled/
disabled and edited during activation and by logging into your SPOT TRACE account. Each of the
following features is explained in more detail in the following pages.
FEATURES:
Motion Activated Tracking Movement Alerts
Dock Mode Status
Low Battery
Power Off
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