WHAT YOU NEED TO ACTIVATE
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Personal contact information, including a valid email address, for
yourself and other contacts you would like to receive notifications
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ESN and Auth. Code located on the back of this Quick Start Guide
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Credit card information
Now visit FindMeSPOT.com/Activate and follow the step-by-step instructions.
GETTING STARTED
1. Power on SPOT Trace by pressing the button on the top of the
device; lights will illuminate
2. After 1-5 minutes, the device should obtain a GPS signal and will enter
Track Mode
3. Keep batteries installed even when using external DC source
PLEASE NOTE: If using an External DC source, SPOT Trace will NOT be waterproof
unless using the Waterproof – DC Power Cable (sold separately).
4. Log into your account to edit the following features:
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Tracking
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Status
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Dock Mode
• Low Battery
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Movement Alert
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Power Off
IMPORTANT NOTE: A reconfiguration of SPOT Trace is required after certain features
are edited. SPOT Trace must be plugged into your computer with the included USB
cable to successfully complete a reconfiguration.
SEE USER GUIDE FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING
EACH OF THESE FEATURES AND WHICH FEATURES, WHEN
EDITED, REQUIRE A RECONFIGURATION.
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POWER OPTIONS
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(4) AAA Energizer
Ultimate Lithium 8x batteries (L92) – installed
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(4) AAA Energizer
NiMH rechargeable batteries (NH12) – sold separately
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Waterproof — DC Power Cable – sold separately
INDICATOR
BLINKING GREEN
• Searching for GPS signal
GPS
• Message transmission
schedule in progress
POWER
• On
NOTE: The GPS LED will fast-blink green after a satellite transmission.
QUICK TIPS
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Visit FindMeSPOT.com/Activate to activate your SPOT Trace.
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Mount the unit with logo pointed toward the sky with an
unobstructed view.
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Test possible mounting locations for best performance.
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SPOT Trace transmits through fiberglass, fabric, and glass, but
other materials may affect performance.
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Keep SPOT Trace at least 12 inches away from other GPS devices,
as it can interfere with the signal reception.
BLINKING RED
• GPS location fix failed;
move to a new location
• Low battery
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