ACR Electronics BIVY STICK Manuel utilisateur
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GETTING STARTED
Download the Bivy app for iOS from the App Store or for
Android from the Play Store. Create a Bivy account.
While in phone service or WiFi, turn on your Bivy Stick by
pressing the power button for 2 seconds. The power indicator
light will illuminate.
On the app menu, select “STICK.”
Tap on the "CONNECT" icon in the upper left corner to connect to your Bivy
Stick and pair it with your phone. This will only take a few seconds. Once it
is connected, you will see the battery life and signal strength displayed on
this icon.
re-attempt your Bluetooth connection.
Once your phone is connected to the Bivy Stick, select "ACTIVATE". Follow
the steps to activate your Bivy Stick. It will require you to input emergency
contact information and credit card info. During this process you will
also have the opportunity to purchase a Global Rescue membership for
additional coverage in case of an emergency.
Note: SOS Monitoring and dispatch is a service provided by Global Rescue
to all active Bivy Stick users as part of your monthly service fee. A Global
Rescue membership provides additional services. More info about a
membership can be found here: https://ss.globalrescue.com/partner/bivy
PROFILE MAP MESSAGES STICK
USER GUIDE
BIVY STICK
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During the activation process you will choose your data plan. All plans use
the Iridium satellite network. There is a four month commitment for the
of your allotted credits, you can still continue to use the Stick at the overage
rate indicated. For more plan details please go to:
https://www.bivy.com/data-plans
Once your Bivy Stick is activated, you will be assigned your own dedicated
phone number which will stay the same until you deactivate service. You
Stick is connected.
USING THE APP
You can see the status of your Bivy Stick and account at any time by using
the app. On the STICK screen you can see how many credits you have
available for the month and how many you have used.
On the STICK screen, you'll be able to see if your Stick is active, when your
active account renews or ends, and your credit status. You can also navigate
to many features of the Bivy Stick, including SOS, Weather, Check-In Setup,
and Send Check-In.
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AVAILABLE CREDITS
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USED CREDITS
SOS
CALL FOR HELP
Weather
GET REPORT
Check-In Setup
CREATE NEW
Send Check-In
SEND MESSAGE
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MESSAGING
Make sure you are connected to the Bivy Stick via Bluetooth. Enter the
Messages screen by tapping “MESSAGES” on the bottom menu.
The Bivy app will ask if you would like to sync your contacts. This can take up
to 5 minutes, depending on how many contacts you have in your phone.
Use the New Message button to start a new text chain. Type in the
name, number or email address of the person you want to message. You
can send one message to multiple people, but each message will go to the
recipient individually, and replies will come in their own thread. It does not
work like standard group messaging.
Once you have picked your recipient, enter your message into the
You can also hit the
to automatically add your GPS coordinates and a link for recipients to see
your location on a map.
When a message is being sent out, the status of the message will say
yellow and the message status on the app will change from “Sending” to
a timestamp.
To create a preset Check-In message, tap on Check-In Setup on the
characters. This will be sent along with your GPS coordinates and a URL
link the recipient(s) can click on to see your location when you send the
Check-In.
The Check-In button sends a Check-In using the phone's location
information to the recipients setup in Check-In Setup.
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The Mailbox Check button will send a request to pull down any
messages from satellite that may be waiting. If there is an urgent matter,
use the Mailbox Check button to check for messages immediately. You can
do six Mailbox Checks for 1 credit.
The Bivy Stick automatically listens for incoming messages for 15 minutes
after sending or receiving a message. It then goes to sleep to preserve
battery life, but wakes up every 15 minutes to check for messages. When
the Signal light is on, the Stick is listening for messages. When the Signal
light is off, it's sleeping to preserve battery life. You can manually wake up
the Stick to listen for messages for 3 minutes with a very short press of the
Power button.
WEATHER
Navigate to the Weather screen from the STICK screen. If you are
in cell/WiFi service, you can update a weather report for free at
any time.
When you are off-grid, tap the Refresh button in the top right corner
of the Weather screen to get the latest report.
You will have 2 options:
- Standard 3 day 3-hour-increment forecast for 1 credit
- Premium 7 day 2-hour-increment forecast for 2 credits
If you have an Unlimited plan, it will default to the Premium forecast. Each
forecast will take a few minutes to update depending on the strength of
ready to view. The forecast is based on your current location.
TRACKING/SHARING LOCATION
The best way to share your location with others is to tap the Share Location
button on either the PROFILE screen or the STICK screen or send a Check-
In message. This will send a message containing your GPS coordinates
and a private URL that will direct the recipient(s) to a map displaying your
current location or track if you are tracking. The location will update based
on the interval you select on the STICK screen. The recipient(s) will need to
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app relies on your phone's GPS and will use more phone battery, but will
give you a more detailed track than using the Bivy Stick alone.
The URL that is sent when sharing your location, either with location share
or a Check-In, is a private link enabling only those who have that link to see
your location. The link is good for 7 days, at which point it will expire.
To track using the app and send your live location to your private URL,
make sure you are connected via Bluetooth.
On the MAP screen, push the large “TRACK” button on the
bottom center.
Choose your activity type.
It will ask you if you want to track through Bivy Stick.
Select "Enable Bivy Stick Tracking."
To stop tracking, push the “PAUSE” button and then the
Check button.
Your distance, speed, calories burned, and other stats will be recorded and
database for others to use if you want.
SOS
In case of emergency you can hit the SOS button on the app and
establish 2-Way communication with Global Rescue. You can also
activate an SOS from the button on the Bivy Stick (see page 7)
but using the app allows for communication directly with Global Rescue.
They will dispatch and manage all the emergency needs and resources
necessary. This service is available world wide.
Touch the SOS button on the Bivy Stick screen. You will be asked to
accidental SOS call.
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coordinates and location to Global Rescue. Be sure to keep your Bivy
Stick visible to the sky to ensure satellite connectivity. You will receive a
Bivy Stick will automatically send your location to Global Rescue once per
minute for 10 minutes, and then every 10 minutes thereafter.
At this point you can communicate any details with them via text
message. Global Rescue will keep you apprised of the rescue plan
and status.
If you need to cancel the SOS call, you can do so by touching the cancel
SOS button on the app. This will send a message to Global Rescue and
and canceled.
Note: Please be sure to treat the SOS service with complete
seriousness. Only use in the case of a real emergency. Depending on your
location and needs, you may be responsible for any cost associated with a
rescue operation.
USING YOUR BIVY STICK WITHOUT YOUR PHONE
If you do not want to carry your phone, or it is not functioning, your Bivy
Stick can be used without it. All of the essential features can be used on
the device itself, with the exception of 2-way communication. You are only
able to send preset outgoing messages with the Bivy Stick alone. Here is
how to use the Stick without a phone.
CHECK-IN MESSAGE
Press the Check-In button (a press and hold will initiate tracking
(see page 7). Once a message is queued up to be sent, the status
in the Check-In message setup in the Bivy app. The message will also
include your GPS coordinates and a link to a map showing your location.
Pressing the Check-In button on the Stick uses the device's GPS data in
the message.
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SOS
5 seconds. Once the SOS is activated, the status light will begin
letting you know that a message is queued up to be sent.
When possible, it's better to activate an SOS through the Bivy app (see
page 5) so you can communicate directly with Global Rescue about the
nature of your emergency.
To cancel an SOS from the Bivy Stick, press and hold the SOS button for 5
TRACKING
You can start tracking your location by pressing the Check-In button for
on the cloud at the interval designated in the app. The default interval is
tracking by pressing the Check-In button for 5 seconds. You can later view
BIVY STICK MOUNTING SYSTEM
The Bivy Stick comes ready to adapt to any GoPro®mounting system. This
is done by using the provided ¼" – 20, 2-prong GoPro®mount adapter.
Thread the adapter into the back of the Bivy Stick, then attach to the
GoPro®mounting system of your choice.
GoPro® is a registered trademark of GoPro, Inc. of Delaware, which is
product.
Note: If attaching to the outside of a vehicle or location that may see high
wind speeds, vibrations or force, you should use a secondary tether to
ensure you do not lose or damage your Bivy Stick.
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CHARGING YOUR BIVY STICK
The Bivy Stick charges using a USB-C cable and can be charged via any
USB charge port. Use the supplied USB-C to USB-A cable or any other
Bivy Stick is fully charged, the light will be solid if the device is on, or will
turn off if the device is off. Charge time is 2–4 hours depending on power
source. Charge time is approximately 1.5 hours if you use a USB-C charger
and a USB-C to USB-C cable.
TECH SPECS
Battery Type: Lithium Ion Polymer
Battery Size: 1400 mAh
Battery Life: Up to 120 hrs standard operation at default setting
Optimal Operating Temperature: 10F – 105F
Dimensions:
Weight:
Ingress Protection Rating: IPX7
UNDERSTANDING THE LIGHTS ON THE BIVY STICK
1. Power indicator light: The light next to the power button will show the
device is on. It will normally be dim to preserve battery life. Pressing the
power button quickly will brighten the light for better visibility.
Green = 50 – 100% | Yellow = 20 – 50% | Red = 0 – 20%
You can charge your device with any USB-C cable by plugging it into the
port on the bottom of the Bivy Stick.
2. Signal light: The Signal light indicates satellite visibility status.
Green = Strong | Yellow = Medium/Weak | Red = Weak/None
The Signal light will turn off after a few minutes to preserve battery.
Quickly push the power button to turn the Signal light back on.
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device is acquiring a GPS location lock and should only last a few seconds
if you are out in the open. It will not get a GPS lock if you are inside.
3. Status light: The Status light can show several different colors.
Yellow = Message is being sent
Green = Message has been received
Blue = Currently tracking
Red = SOS has been activated
received from the satellites but has not been sent to the phone yet. Make
sure your phone is connected to the Stick via Bluetooth and open the Bivy
app to receive the message.
If the Status light is yellow, a message is on the Stick trying to send to the
satellite. Move to a different location with a more open view of the sky
or wait a few minutes for a satellite to make a connection. The Iridium
network is largest commercial satellite network in the world and offers
true global communications coverage over 100% of the planet.
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POUR COMMENCER
Téléchargez l’application Bivy de App Store pour les iOS
ou de Play Store pour les Android. Créez un compte Bivy.
Avec un accès internet téléphonique ou Wi-Fi, allumez votre
Bivy Stick enappuyant sur le bouton d’alimentation pendant
2 secondes. Le voyant d’alimentation s’allumera.
Dans le menu de l’application, sélectionnez « STICK ».
Appuyez sur l’icône « CONNECT » dans le coin supérieur gauche pour
vous connecter à votre Bivy Stick et le coupler avec votre téléphone. Cette
opération prendra quelques secondes. Une fois connecté, vous verrez
S’il ne se connecte pas, appuyez brièvement sur le bouton d’alimentation
du Bivy Stick pour réessayer votre connexion Bluetooth.
Une fois votre téléphone connecté au Bivy Stick, sélectionnez « ACTIVATE ».
Suivez les étapes pour activer votre Bivy Stick. Il vous faudra insérer les
coordonnées d’urgence et les informations de carte de crédit. Au cours de
ce processus, vous aurez également la possibilité d’acheter un abonnement
Global Rescue pour une couverture supplémentaire en cas d’urgence.
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