Using Spot; Power; Self Test; Initial System Test - SPOT GEN3 User Manual

SECTION 3: USING SPOT

POWER

There are three ways you can power your SPOT: 4 AAA Energizer Ultimate Lithium 8x batteries
(included), 4 AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries, or with line power through a 5v USB connection.
Insert batteries or attach the USB cable to your SPOT and a power source. Please note: NiMH
batteries cannot be charged within the SPOT unit using line power, and SPOT Gen3 is not
waterproof while being line powered.
TO TURN SPOT ON: Simply locate the Power button on the upper left corner of the device, press and
hold the button; lights will illuminate.
TO TURN SPOT OFF: Press and hold the Power button until the Power light blinks rapidly.
TO CONSERVE POWER: Your SPOT unit will automatically turn off after one hour of inactivity unless
the unit is being line powered.

SELF TEST

SPOT performs a self-test when you initially turn on your device. During self-test, all lights will blink
green in a rotating manner to indicate self-test is in progress. If all visible lights flash red, the SPOT
self-test has found a failure, please call customer care.
If the Power and GPS light blink red in unison, SPOT has a GPS failure, but may still be able to
transmit an S.O.S. or Help/SPOT Assist message without your GPS location.
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INITIAL SYSTEM TEST

Perform an initial system test to evaluate your messaging system, from the operational
condition of the SPOT to the readiness of those you've chosen to receive your messages.
1
Once you have set-up the message contacts for SPOT Gen3 in your FindMeSPOT.com account,
go outside where SPOT has a clear view of the sky in all directions.
2
Turn SPOT on - press and hold the Power button; lights will illuminate.
3
Press and hold the Check In button until the function light blinks green.
4
Leave SPOT outdoors. The GPS light will blink 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 your GPS
location. The Message Sending light will continue to blink green until the message cycle is
complete.
5
Verify that the message was received in the email or SMS account(s) in your Check In contact list.
You can also view your sent messages in your account at FindMeSPOT.com.
Add your email or phone number as a contact for
system testing so you can hit the trail faster.
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