SPOT GEOS User Manual

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Hereby, Globalstar Europe Satellite Services Ltd., declares that this SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger, is in compliance
with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity
may be consulted at www.findmespot.com.

© 2009, SPOT, LLC. For more information visit www.findmespot.com

DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD

Por la presente, Globalstar Europe Satellite Services Ltd., declara que este Mensajero Satelital GPS SPOT cumple
con los requerimientos esenciales y otras disposiciones relevantes del Directivo 1999/5/EC. La declaración de
conformidad puede ser consultada en www.findmespot.com

©2009, SPOT, LLC. Para mayor información visite www.findmespot.com

DECLARAÇÃO DE CONFORMIDADE

Pelo presente, a Globalstar Europe Satellite Services Ltd. declara que este Mensageiro SPOT via Satélite GPS está
de acordo com as exigências essenciais e outros termos relevantes das Diretrizes de nº 1999/5/EC. A declaração de
conformidade pode ser consultada no endereço eletrônico www.findmespot.com.

ANATEL

Este produto está homologado pela Anatel de acordo como os procedimentos regulamentados pela Resolução
Nº 242/2000, “Regulamento para Certificação e Homologação de Produtos para Telecomunicações”, e atende os
requisitos técnicos aplicados, incluindo os limites de exposição da Taxa de Absorção Específica referente a campos
elétricos, magnéticos e eletromagnéticos de radiofrequência de acordo com a Resolução Nº 303/2002.

©2009, SPOT, LLC. Para mais informações, visite o endereço eletrônico www.findmespot.com.br

DÉCLARATION DE CONFORMITÉ

Par la présente, Globalstar Europe Satellite Services Ltd., déclare que ce dispositif de messagerie GPS par satellite
SPOT est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres provisions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/UE. On peut
consulter la déclaration de conformité sur le site à l’adresse suivante : www.findmespot.com.

Tous droits réservés. SPOT Inc. ©2009, Pour plus de détails, visitez www.findmespot.com

USERG-4LANG-09V1

USER’S GUIDE
GUIA DEL USUARIO
Manual do Usuário
Guide de l’utilisateur

SATELLITE
GPS
MESSENGER

HOW SPOT WORKS

GPS satellites provide signals.

SPOT messenger’s onboard GPS chip determines your GPS location and sends
your location and preselected message to communication satellites.

Communication satellites relay your message to specific satellite antennas
around the world.

Satellite antennas and a global network route your location and message to the
appropriate network.

Your location and messages are delivered according to your instructions via email,
text message, or emergency notification to the GEOS Rescue Coordination Center.

Powered by Google Maps

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When SPOT sends a text or email message
to one of your contacts or to the GEOS
Rescue Coordination Center, it includes
your GPS coordinates and a web link to
view your location using Google Maps

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Life is full of adventures. Now you have a way to share
yours and be prepared wherever you roam. You have just
purchased the best peace of mind available for the active
outdoor adventurer or smartly-prepared individual. SPOT
is the world’s first satellite messenger. SPOT uses the
GPS satellite system to determine your location and global
communications satellites to transmit that information to
your chosen contacts.

SecTi On 1: WeLcOMe

SecTi On 2: G eTTinG STaRTed

Before you start, here are a few important things to remember to get maximum reliability from SPOT:

SPOT needs a clear view of the sky to obtain a GPS signal

and provide the most accurate location information.

It is not reliable indoors, in a cave, or in very dense woods.

Orienting SPOT so that the SPOT logo is facing up toward the sky
will improve performance as the antenna is located under the logo.

Keep the Messenger at least 12 inches away from other GPS devices
as SPOT can interfere with signal reception of other GPS devices.

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SPOT GIVES YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES PEACE OF MIND BY ALLOWING YOU TO:

• Notify them or the GEOS International Emergency Rescue Coordination Center of your

GPS location.

• Send for assistance in time of need around the world.

• Be completely independent of mobile phone or other land-based radio coverage.

To begin using SPOT, we recommend you spend a few minutes reading through this User’s Guide,
then visit findmespot.com to learn more about SPOT, select a service plan and activate your SPOT
Satellite GPS Messenger.

WITH YOUR SPOT SATELLITE GPS MESSENGER

WHAT YOU NEED:

- Messenger

- 3 AAA Lithium Batteries (included)

- User’s Guide

AT FINDMESPOT.COM

WHAT YOU NEED:

- Personal information

- Emergency Contact information

- SMS (Text) and e-mail contacts for messaging

- Credit card information

- SPOT electronic serial number (ESN) and
authorization code. These codes are located
inside the battery compartment.

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 indicator

light blinks green.

3) Press and hold the Check OK button until the

indicator light blinks green.

4) Leave SPOT outdoors. The GPS indicator light blinks

green as SPOT acquires a GPS fix, then the
Message Sending indicator light will blink green
as SPOT transmits the Check OK message over the
20 minute message cycle.

5) Verify that the message was received in the email

or SMS account(s) that you set up during activation
in your Check OK contact list.

WITH YOUR SPOT SATELLITE GPS MESSENGER

AT FINDMESPOT.COM

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

INSTALL THE INCLUDED BATTERIES:

1) Loosen 2 screws holding the battery cover in place

2) Write down the ESN and Authorization code for use

during service activation.

3) Install AAA lithium batteries as shown

4) Replace cover, then tighten screws with a

screwdriver or coin. It is important that you tighten
the battery cover to keep SPOT waterproof.

ACCOUNT SETUP:

1) Log onto www.findmespot.com, choose your

country or language, and select the SPOT Account
tab. Click the Activate link.

2) Follow the online instructions to choose a service

plan and activate your SPOT.

3) Select additional services, such as Track Progress.

4) When entering contact information, add your own

email or phone number to the Check OK contact list
for use in the system test.

SeRvice acTivaTiOn

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.

ASK FOR HELP/

SPOTAssist

Request help from

your friends and

family at your GPS

location. Or ask

for help from

professional

assistance

organizations instead

of friends and family.

CHECK IN

Let contacts know
where you are and

that you’re okay with

a pre-programmed

message.

CUSTOM

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Let contacts know

where you are and

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message.

TRACK

PROGRESS

Automatically send

and save your

location and allow

contacts to track

your progress using

Google Maps

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SOS

Alert emergency

responders to your

GPS location.

MESSAGE FUNCTIONS

SecTi On 3: USinG SPOT

POWER

To turn SPOT on simply press and hold the ON/OFF button until the button blinks green. SPOT
performs a self-diagnostic test. When power is ON, the button will blink green every 3 seconds.
This is helpful for making SPOT more visible in the dark. To turn SPOT off, press and hold the
ON/OFF button until the light stops blinking.

LIGHT INDICATORS

SPOT uses lights to tell you what it’s doing. Take a moment to become familiar with these lights.

FUNCTION LIGHTS

Each button has a backlight that blinks when that button is active. To activate or cancel
any function, you must press and hold the button until the function light starts blinking
(approximately 3 seconds).

GPS LIGHT

The GPS light notifies you whether SPOT is able to see the GPS satellites and obtain your
GPS location.

• Green – The GPS light blinks green if SPOT sees the GPS satellites and is looking for a GPS

location. Once the GPS location is obtained, the GPS light and Message Sending light blink
green approximately 15 seconds to notify you that your message was sent with your GPS location.

• Red – The GPS light blinks red if SPOT doesn’t see the GPS satellites and /or can’t find your

GPS location. You should move to a location with a clearer view of the sky.