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SPIDER 8 - User Manual

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Version 1.0.0 - 26 September 2017
Spider Tracks Limited
205/150 Karangahape Road
Auckland 1010
New Zealand
Spider 8 Instruction Manual
Applicable for both internal and external antenna variants of the Spider 8!
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Summary

1. Installation

1.1. Overview

Explains the purpose and context of Spider 8, including approval processes and support resources.

1.2. Positioning the Spider

Details critical antenna positioning for GPS and Iridium signal reception, avoiding obstructions.

1.3. External antenna

Specifies criteria for passive antennas, including frequency, VSWR, impedance, and radiation pattern.

1.4. Power

Covers power supply requirements, connection methods, and fuse protection for the Spider unit.

2. Initialisation

3. Operation

3.5. SOS Function

Explains how to initiate a tier-one alert by pressing the Radius and Mark buttons together.

4. Troubleshooting

4.1. Discontinuous Tracks

Discusses causes and recognition of intermittent power supply issues leading to track interruptions.

4.2. Lost GPS

Explains indicators for lost GPS signal and expected behavior of the Spider LEDs.

4.3. Lost Iridium Connectivity

Describes issues with Iridium connection, transmission delays, and LED status changes.

SPIDER 8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSPIDER
Model8
CategoryAntenna
LanguageEnglish