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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.
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.
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.
1
With your SPOT Gen4 off, press & hold the
Track
button
followed by the
Power button
. Hold for
approximately 3 seconds.
The HELP and S.O.S. LEDs should turn green.
2
Press the
S.O.S.
and
Help buttons
at the same
time.
All LEDs should turn red.
3
Press the
Custom Message
and
Check In buttons
at the same time.
All LEDs should turn green.
