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11. What features on SPOT can be in use at the same time?

Help and 911 may be activated at the same timeOK messages may not be used in conjunction with any other feature. If you wish to activate Tracking, you must either wait for the OK cycle to complete or cancel it by turning the unit off and back on.Tracking ...

12. Is there a quick reference guide for using SPOT in the field?

This is a quick reference guide that we like to keep handy during an adventure:First use: turn SPOT on, press the OK button and let cycle for 20 minTracking: Turn unit on, hold OK button for longer than 5 seconds    * Tracking turns off aft ...

13. My SPOT device does not work properly near airports or when I have another GPS device close by.

SPOT accepts interference from other electronic devices and should not be used in proximity to anything that generates strong electrical fields such as airports, radio towers, other GPS devices, etc.

14. Can I send a message to a landline phone?

No. Only mobile phones that accept text messages or email are able to receive HELP and OK messages from the SPOT service.

15. How much does the SPOT device weigh?

The SPOT device weighs 209 g.

16. How is time displayed on my history and messages?

The time zone setting applies to all messengers in your account and will be used to format the timestamp for messages displayed in the message history page, google maps popup and the timestamp sent in email notifications to your contact list. (*note that ...

17. Can I send a message to indicate that I have started tracking?

Tracking itself does not send a message to any contacts. Only OK and Help send your message to a pre-designated list of contacts. Tracking records your way points approximately every 10 minutes under your account at https://login.findmespot.com account an ...

18. What does an email or SMS notification look like that I send from my SPOT Messenger?

When the SPOT system receives a "Check-In" or "Help" message, it will use the contact information settings that you entered to send notifications to your friends and family. The subject line of the email contains your unit number and if it is a "check-in" ...

19. How accurate is the SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger when reporting a user's position?

The SPOT Messenger has a location accuracy of approximately 20 ft. (5 m).

20. Can I receive notifications or messages on my SPOT Messenger?

No. The SPOT Messenger is a one way communication device. SPOT notifies friends, family or an international emergency rescue coordination center with status messages based on situation and need. Ask for Help (or SPOT Assist), Alert S.O.S., Check-In/OK and ...