Spot Specifications
SPOT features four key functions that enable users to send messages to friends, family or emergency responders, based upon varying levels of need:
Coverage
SPOT works around the world, including virtually all of North America, Europe and Australia, portions of South America, Northern Africa and Northeastern Asia, and hundreds or thousands of miles offshore of these areas. Click Here for maps and current coverage.
Battery Life
Includes 3 AAA Energizer™ Lithium Ultimate 8X batteries; under normal usage a full battery charge should meet or exceed the following:
| MODE | 100% CLEAR VIEW OF SKY | 50% CLEAR VIEW OF THE SKY |
|---|---|---|
| Power On | 3 months | 3 months |
| SOS (or Help/SPOT Assist if reactivated) | 6 days | 3 days |
| Track Progress | 7 days | 3 1/2 days |
| Check-In / Custom Message | 700 messages | 350 messages |
| Stored | Several years with properly installed AAA Energizer® Ultimate Lithium 8x batteries (L92) | |
Operating Conditions
SPOT works around the world virtually anywhere
- Temperature: -22°F to +140°F (-30°C to +60°C)
- Altitude: -328 ft to 21,325 ft (-100 m to +6500 m)
- Humidity: MIL-STD 810E Method 509.3, 5% NaCl, 95% distilled water
- Vibration: Per SAE J1455, Random, 20 Hz to 2000 Hz, 0.04g_/Hz
- Waterproof: Up to a depth of 1 meter for up to 30 minutes
- Certifications
ROHS and WEEE compliant. - Certified to FCC and CE emissions, immunity and safety regulations.
- Meets FCC part 25 regulations, Canada type approval, CISPR Publication 22 (1985 1st Edition), RTTE Directive (1999/EC), IEC 60950 safety standard, and European EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
