Are There Any Countries Where it Is Illegal to Take a Bivy Stick?
The Bivy Stick is designed to work worldwide, anywhere you have a clear view of the sky. However, it is the user’s responsibility to understand and comply with all local laws and regulations regarding satellite communication devices in the countries they visit. Some countries regulate, restrict, or prohibit the use of satellite devices. Some countries known to prohibit the use of satellite communicators include India, China, Iran, North Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Cuba, and Russia.
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Activating Your Bivy Stick
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. ...
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Charging Your Bivy Stick
The Bivy Stick charges via a USB-C cable and can be powered by any standard USB power source. You may use the included USB-C-to-USB-A cable or any compatible USB-C cable. While charging, the power indicator light will flash. Once the Bivy Stick is ...
Can I Rent a Bivy Stick?
Contact https://www.outfittersatellite.com/bivy-stick-rental.html for Bivy Stick rentals.