Tracertrak | What is a SPOT Gen4?
One-way satellite based OH&S device
SPOT Gen 4 Overview
The SPOT Gen4 replaced the SPOT Gen3 in November 2020. As it has all the same communication abilities as the SPOT Gen3 and functions exactly the same, it's an easy migration for SPOT Gen3 users to the SPOT Gen4.
The primary difference between the SPOT Gen4 and the SPOT Gen3 is the SPOT Gen4's usb port is concealed within its battery compartment, making it unsuitable to be line powered. This design change does, however, increase the IP rating of the device, improving its dust and water protection rating.
The SPOT Gen4 is a cost effective solution for meeting OH&S Safety regulations for remote and lone operators who do not required two-way communications. The following tables provide an overview of pricing & plans, characteristics, functions and alarms.
For instructions on how to use SPOT devices, please refer to the SPOT Device Usage Guide.
Pricing & Plans
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Australia |
https://www.tracertrak.com.au/ |
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Indonesia |
Request pricing from mail@pivotel.com.au |
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New Zealand |
https://www.tracertrak.co.nz/ |
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Rest of World |
Request pricing from mail@pivotel.com.au |
Characteristics
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Device Type |
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Manufacturer |
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Satellite Network |
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Communications |
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Power |
4 x Lithium Ion AAA batteries |
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Line Power Suitable |
No |
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IP Rating |
IP68 |
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Manufacturers Specifications |
Functions
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Tracking |
Yes ✔️ (Requires manual activation) Only tracks when in motion. |
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No ❌ |
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Waypoints |
No ❌ |
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Mapping |
No ❌ |
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Navigation |
No ❌ |
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Preset Messages |
OK (check-in & start flexible check-ins), HELP (request help), CUSTOM (custom message OR end flexible check-ins) |
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Freeform Messages |
No ❌ |
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Pivotel Number Compatible |
No ❌ |
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Tracertrak Contact Syncing |
No ❌ |
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Fixed ✔️, Flexible ✔️, All Broadcast ✔️ |
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Check-in Reminders |
No ❌ |
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Check-in Confirmations |
No ❌ |
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SOS |
Yes ✔️ |
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Poll Device Location |
No ❌ |
Alarms
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Custom Message |
Yes ✔️ |
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Device Input |
No ❌ The Spot Gen4 does not have any digital inputs |
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Geofence Breach |
Yes ✔️ Utilising Tracertrak Geofence feature |
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Help |
Yes ✔️ |
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Help Cancel |
Yes ✔️ |
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Low Battery |
Yes ✔️ |
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Missed Check-in |
Yes ✔️ |
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Missing Broadcast |
No ❌ The All Broadcasts check-in option is equivalent to this |
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Motion Sensor |
Yes ✔️ |
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OK |
Yes ✔️ |
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Power Off |
No ❌ |
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Power On |
No ❌ |
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SOS |
Yes ✔️ |
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SOS Cancel |
Yes ✔️ |
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Speed |
No ❌ |
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Stationary |
Yes ✔️ |
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Track |
Yes ✔️ |
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Unauthorised Movement |
No ❌ |