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SPOT Satellite Messenger with Emergency Response by GEOS |
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  Excellent Tracking
Have recently tested this unit between Calgary to Golden and it worked very well in non-cellular ar...Read more
8 days ago by Unka
Easiest GPS Tracker
Easy to use, Good instructions, Arrived quickly....Read more
8 days ago by A. Dial
We All Have One Now!
I bought my first Spot unit back in November of 2008 to use on my motorcycle and it's worked perfe...Read more
16 days ago by Emmbeedee
safety device? spot satellite GPS Messenger
I bought the spot for my solo Trips( kayaking, mountainering and hiking). To have safety device wit...Read more
125 days ago by stefan
Spotty SPOT Service
This unit has great potential to be an effective safety check in device for people working or recr...Read more
132 days ago by Chad
Spot is spot on!
My wife bought me this little device so she could follow me virtually as I did a trip across Costa...Read more
168 days ago by motoriley
Hidden recall
Got it for Xmas. Tried to register it but it's been recalled. The retailer was not informed of rec...Read more
251 days ago by Gps lacking
Works well (within designed parameters)
SPOT works well within its designed parameters. It MUST be able to see the sky. When it can, tra...Read more
408 days ago by SDs
A definite life saver
Simple to set up, simple to use. No one should go into the back country without one....Read more
498 days ago by Charles
Great for Motorcyclists
I was concerned about how intuitive the lights/indicators would be to know if signals were success...Read more
498 days ago by csousa
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Customer Rating: (based on 16 reviews). Share:
88% of our reviewers recommend this item. See more SPOT items. |
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| List Price: |
$99.95 |
| Best Price: |
$49.95 (after $50.00USD rebate) |
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$99.95 (before rebate) |
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$50.00 (50%) (after rebate) |
Availability: |
Ships by Friday, October 15, 2010 |
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| Model: |
SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger |
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SPOT-1 |
| Condition: |
Brand New, One Year Warranty |
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| Product Detail |
| Manufacturer: |
SPOT |
Category: |
GPS Units |
Type: |
Tracking GPS |
| Model: |
SPOT-1 |
SKU: |
SPOT |
UPC: |
893049001059 |
| Announced: |
January 16, 2009 |
First Shipped: |
September 4, 2008 |
Weight: |
1.010 lbs. |
| Description |
With the SPOT Satellite Messenger, you and your loved ones have peace of mind knowing help is always within reach. SPOT is the only device of its kind, using the GPS satellite network to acquire its coordinates, and then sending its location - with a link to Google Maps - and a pre-programmed message via a commercial satellite network. And unlike Personal Locator Beacons, SPOT does more than just call for help. Tracking your progress, checking in with loved ones, and non-emergency assistance are also available, all at the push of a button. And because it uses 100% satellite technology, SPOT works around the world - even where cell phones don't.
SPOT Satellite Tracker Main Functions:
 Check-in with SPOT - Let your family, friends, and CoWorkers know you're okay, or just save your location for future viewing on the SPOT web service. This feature is great for marking a favorite location or letting your loved ones know you are running late. Your saved contacts are able to get a text message with your current GPS location and or an email with a link to Google maps to view the position on high resolution satellite images. Check-in can be used to let your boss know you are all right when you are working alone in the field. You no longer have to drive to a location with cellular coverage. Any where within the Globalstar satellite footprint you can send your Check-in message. No more phone calls to office to let them know you are okay, just one button press.
 SPOT Track Progress - Track your progress around the world. Simply by holding the Check-in button down for 5 seconds or more to put the SPOT satellite tracker into track mode. Now a update will be sent every ten minutes for you to review when you get back to your computer with internet access. You can provide your boss, friends or family with a SPOT login to your account, so they can see the progress of your voyage. You can export the collected track data in KML (Google format) or GPX (General GPS format) to be viewed in external GPS mapping programs.
 Help! from Family and Friends - Sometimes you need a little help but you don't need the emergency services dispatch. For those non life-threatening emergencies you can use the "HELP" button to send your request for assistance to friends, family, and co-workers. They will immediately know where you are to come give you a hand in your current situation. When activated, the SPOT will send your position every 5 minutes for one hour or until you cancel the "HELP" option.
Help! with Roadside Assistance - Using the SPOT help feature you can get Roadside assistance if you are close to a mapped road. SPOT Assist's roadside service will offer 24/7 roadside assistance in the United States and Canada in Spring 2009. Using your national roadside assistance provider the SPOT will pinpoint your location for the service provider to ensure quick service when you are stuck by the road. No more guessing where you are and then trying to translate that location to the roadside assistance provider. They will find you with pin point accuracy.
 911 - Press and hold the 9-1-1 button to alert emergency responders of life-threatening events. The GEOS Emergency Response Center will work with public response agencies around the world, and call your emergency contacts to find out more about your situation and keep them informed of rescue progress. GEOS works with all rescue agencies from the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center and Coast Guard to local urban and rural 9-1-1 call centers. Optionally, GEOS will also dispatch private rescue agencies in those countries where public resources won't do. 911 sends a message and location update every 5 minutes until canceled.
SPOT Satellite Tracker Coverage Map:
SPOT Pricing and Service:
The SPOT satellite messenger uses the Globalstar data communications network which is separate from the voice service. The SPOT annual fees for the data communications is listed below. These costs are by far the best for satellite data communications.
- $99.99 USD/year: Basic satellite service subscription.
This includes:
- SPOT ALERT 9-1-1: Dispatch emergency responders to your location. Unlimited usage included.
- SPOT CHECK IN: Let contacts know where you are and that you're okay. Unlimited usage included.
- SPOT ASK FOR HELP: Request help from friends and family at your location. Unlimited usage included.
- $7.95* USD/year: SPOT Insurance, GEOS Search and Rescue Benefit.
Provides up to $100,000 USD of additional search and rescue resources, including helicopter extraction around the world and reimbursement benefits - underwritten by Lloyd's of London - for any emergency service expenses incurred. For more information, including terms and conditions, visit http://www.geosalliance.com/sar
(* price if purchased at initial activation. $150.00 USD afterwards)
- $49.99 USD/year: Tracking Upgrade Option.
Send and save your location and allow contacts to track your progress using Google Maps. This upgrade is highly recommended by GPS City for anyone who will use the SPOT Track progress feature. Do not forget to get insurance so you are not billed for your rescue!
- $30 USD/year: Roadside Assistance Option.
Just press the Help button to receive 24/7 Roadside assistance through the trusted Nation Safe Driver system. At a price lower than the popular OnStar service, you can receive have roadside assistance sent directly to your current GPS location. The SPOT system uses satellite communication so help is on its way no matter where you are. Even if you have no cell service, you will still be able to request roadside assistance using SPOT. Services include roadside towing, auto-accident assistance, fuel services, tire repair, battery service, and lost keys or lockouts
Spot Terms and Conditions:
Please read the SPOT Satellite messenger Terms and Conditions carefully.
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| SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger Tips |
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| Most Helpful Customer Reviews (View all 15 reviews for this item) |
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SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger Reviews
Average rating: (3.9 based on 16 ratings).
Lowest rating: 1 | Highest rating: 5
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88% of our reviewers recommend this item.
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Simon B
Quebec, Canada
February 23, 2009
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NICE TOOL IF YOU KNOW THE LIMITATIONS
My use of the "Spot" in somewhat different from what it was intended to do. I use it to track my progress as I drive for a long period of time out of cell phone range and in passable driving conditions. The Spot allowed my loved ones to see where I was while on the road. I only use the Tracking service since I want my position to be updated every 10 minutes. The system works well as long as you position the GPS at the right place. In my case, the lower windshield, facing towards the road is the best place for me to have my position broadcast at 90% of the time. Obviously, if I'm in a valley with a lot of trees around, it may not work but after a few trips I repositioned the GPS a few times to see which place had the best result for me. The suction mount a very sturdy! It will easily fit an helicopter windshield and will stay there even with a lot of vibration I'm sure! The mount is made of metal, is big and heavy, I was very surprised. The GPS itself is about the size of 2 cases of music tapes stacked on top of each other. It is well made, looks solid. I which however that there was a little LCD screen telling us the Lat/Long when it got the signal from the Sats. A signal indicator would have been nice too. That's the only drawback of this thing and I don't understand why they didn't build it like that. I mean, you're in the middle of nowhere, you want to send an emergency signal but you have no idea if it went through or not...
Since I don't use the Spot for extreme expeditions or anything like that, I'm pleased with the product for what I use it for. Make sure you know the limitations before you buy. Because you can't "try" the unit to see if ot works for you, you have to shell out the whole 100$ service fees to have it to work... and you'll probably have to fight to get your money back.
Pros: sturdy! good size, works for me!
Cons: know the limitations! can't try before buy.
Recommend: YES
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Mike
Vegas
March 3, 2009
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GREAT PURCHASE
I love it. I mounted on my motorcycle for riding by myself. It allows my wife to watch and see that all is OK. She then lets me ride more.
Cons: still trying to figure functions
Recommend: YES
151 viewers found this helpful.
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Ken M
Ancaster, Ontario
April 19, 2009
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SIMPLE AND CONVENIENT GPS LOCATER
Works well in Canada and Mexico. Simple and inexpensive way to let family and friends know where you are and that you have arrived safely at your destination. Have not tried the tracking option yet. Important to have "SPOT" turned on for a few minutes prior to sending message and to leave it on for at least 20 minutes after sending the message. Works on dash of truck but not in a bus.........still experimenting with locations. Extremley accurate location on Google Satellite Map. I have not determined the best way to use the "need help" message feature, I need to put some thought into what I expect my contacts to do should they receive a "need help" message.
In summary, for my purposes (i.e. letting my family and friends know where I am as I travel around the country), I am extremely pleased.
Cons: unit does not indicate message received
Recommend: YES
151 viewers found this helpful.
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Charles
Calgary, AB
April 22, 2009
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A DEFINITE LIFE SAVER
Simple to set up, simple to use. No one should go into the back country without one.
Recommend: YES
140 viewers found this helpful.
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Rick
Ottawa,Ontario
April 20, 2009
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SPOT SATELLITE MESSENGER
I have the spot for about a month and like it very much. I use it in my airplane and report my location every (about) 10 minutes. It a must
Recommend: YES
139 viewers found this helpful.
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| SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger Specifications |
| Disclaimer: Specifications shown are subject to change by the manufacturer without notice. Information provided is believed correct and
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| General |
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Unit dimensions, WxHxD: |
11.1 x 6.9 x 4.4 cm |
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Weight: |
209g |
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Battery: |
2 AA batteries Lithium strongly recommended |
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Battery life: |
1 year- Power ON, 14 days- in track mode, 7 days- in 9-1-1 |
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Waterproof: |
Yes (IPX7) |
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GPS-enabled: |
Yes |
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Floats: |
Yes |
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