SPOT GEN3 Coverage Map

S.O.S.
SPOT’s S.O.S. function should only be used for critical, life-threatening situations. The first message will be sent within one minute after activation with or without your GPS location. For all subsequent messages, the S.O.S. message will be send every 5 minutes (with or without GPS) until cancelled or the power source runs out.

TRACK
Automatically send and save your location with tracking options of 2 ½, 5, 10, 30 and 60 minutes programmable at time of delivery .  Additional service fees may apply for 2 ½ or 5 minutes interval. When the device is at rest for more than five minutes SPOT Gen3 will enter Suspended Track mode and not send tracks. Tracking will resume after the vibration sensor detects the unit has begun moving again.

CHECK IN
With the ability to pre-program your messages, the possibilities are endless.  Let your contacts know you’ve made camp for the night, reached your goal, or are doing fine. With the push of a button, your contacts receive your pre-programmed message by text or email complete with your GPS location.

POWER
Press the power button to turn SPOT on; LEDs will illuminate. Powered by 4 AAA batteries or  with line power through a 5v USB connection. Unit will automatically turn off after one hour of inactivity unless the unit is being line powered

MESSAGE SENDING LIGHT
Notifies you whether or not your most recent message was transmitted.  The Message Sending light continues to blink green until the next scheduled message or until the mode ends. SPOT automatically sends multiple messages in every mode, giving you excellent overall reliability.

GPS LIGHT
Notifies you whether or not SPOT is able to see the GPS satellites & obtain your location fixes. The GPS light blinks green if SPOT sees the GPS satellites and find your location otherwise it will be blinking Red. Do move to a location with a clearer view of  the sky if GPS is red.