Replacement Guides

Antenna

Antenna
Back Cover

Back Cover
Battery

Battery
Motherboard

Motherboard

Tools

These are some common tools used to work on this device. You might not need every tool for every procedure.

Troubleshooting Guide

If your SPOT X SPOTXB device is malfunctioning, inquire with the following troubleshooting pages:

Background

The SpotX SpotXB is a device that ventures into a two-way satellite messaging system. This device was released in May of 2018. It features GPS location tracking, social media linking, and direct communication options to emergency services. SpotX SpotXB has a coverage area that includes a large portion of the planet. By 2019, the device successfully helped initiate over 6,000 rescues in 100 countries. The SPOT X device requires an active service subscription to properly perform 2-way satellite messaging, tracking, SOS capabilities, and all other device functions. With its Spot X software, you currently need updates to avoid bugs and gain access to new features. This device is also equipped with software such as mapping interface that empowers users to maximize the value of their SPOT device from anywhere in the world with the ability to track their progress while adventuring, set an alert for check-in or custom messages, and send a message to their SPOT X device from the platform.

Identification

The Spot X Spot XB weighs 7.0 oz (198.4 g), including lithium batteries, the device is 0.94 in thickness, 2.9 in width(7.37 cm), and 6.54 in height(16.61 cm). The Spot X Spot XB has a Bluetooth range of up to 30 ft and impact, dust, and water-resistant IP67 (submersible up to 1m for 30 min). Its Operating and storage temp are-4 °F to 140 °F (-20 °C to 60 °C). The model number can be found on the Spot X information screen.

Technical Specifications

HEIGHT

  • 6.54 in (16.61 cm)

WIDTH

  • 2.9 in (7.37 cm)

THICKNESS

  • 0.94 in (2.39 cm)

WEIGHT

  • 7.0 oz (198.4 g) with lithium batteries

OPERATING TEMP

  • -4 °F to 140 °F (-20 °C to 60 °C)

STORAGE TEMP

  • -4 °F to 140 °F (-20 °C to 60 °C)

OPERATING ALTITUDE

  • -328 ft to 21,320 ft (-100 m to 6,500 m)

IMPACT RESISTANCE

  • MIL-STD-810G for shock

IMPACT, DUST, and WATER RESISTANT

  • IP67 (Submersible up to 1m for 30 minutes)

BLUETOOTH RANGE

  • Up to 30 ft