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SPOT Gen4

SATELLITE GPS MESSENGER

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Release Date
10/18/2022
Firmware Version
2.1.2
Firmware Updater Version
2.11.1
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SPOT Gen4 Support

SOS


QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

How do I add/update my emergency contacts?

When you activated your first SPOT device you provided emergency contacts for the SOS feature. These contacts were stored in your default message profile. If you activated additional devices, the new device will use the same contacts as they are configured on the available message profile. For more information on message profiles, please click here . Should you request emergency search and rescue services by using the SOS feature on your SPOT device, FocusPoint International, Inc. will call your emergency contacts to ask for pertinent details such as your itinerary, planned route, or other identifiers. This information will help search and rescue services in working with local authorities to evaluate the appropriate response team needed. To view/change your emergency contacts: Login to your SPOT account. Select My Devices If needed, Select Edit Settings Scroll down to Contact Settings Expand SOS by clicking the "+" Update your Primary and Secondary Emergency Contacts , please remember to click Save We recommend communicating with your contacts and providing them your plans or itinerary for upcoming trips. Common Issues Contacts are not saving Your emergency contact phone numbers must be different from the contact information saved to your SPOT account ...

How do I test my SPOT Gen4 SOS?

See instructions here ....

Does the SOS message take priority in the messaging queue?

Yes, the SOS message will always abort other messages in the messaging queue....

What happens if I press the SOS button?

FocusPoint International, Inc. provides the SOS/911 monitoring included in your Basic Service. Your device will send FocusPoint International Inc. your GPS coordinates every 5 minutes until SOS is cancelled, the batteries die, or the unit is powered off. Note: Powering off the unit will still potentially result in a Search and Rescue attempt. ...

Does SOS work on a Flex plan during a period of suspension?

The SOS feature will only be available on the device with an active subscription. The SOS feature will not be available when the service is suspended....

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