Garmin International Inc 03524 Manuel D’Utilisation

NOTE: It may take up to 20 minutes to activate your device. 

The device must send and receive several messages, which 

takes longer than sending a single message during regular 

use.

Your device requires a clear view of the sky to transmit 

messages and track points over the Iridium satellite network. 

Without a clear view of the sky, your device attempts to send the 

information until it acquires satellite signals.
TIP: For the best connection with satellites, attach the device to 

a backpack or to your upper body.

Your device has several Bluetooth connected features for your 

compatible smartphone or mobile device using the Earthmate

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app. The Earthmate app allows you to use inReach features on 

the larger, higher resolution touchscreen on your mobile device.
Downloadable Features: View downloaded maps, aerial 

imagery, USGS quadrangle maps, and NOAA nautical charts 

on your mobile device. You should download maps and 

charts before going on your trip.

Messages: Allows you to read and write messages, and access 

the contacts list on your mobile device. Messages appear on 

both devices.

NOTE: You can have only one mobile device paired with your 

inReach device at a time.

You must pair your inReach device with your mobile device to 

use Bluetooth features.

From the app store on your mobile device, install and open 

the Earthmate app.

Place the inReach device and your mobile device within 3 m 

(10 ft.) of each other.

On the inReach device, select Settings > Bluetooth > Pair 

Device > Pair Device.

Follow the instructions in the Earthmate app to complete the 

pairing and setup process.

After the devices are paired, they connect automatically when 

they are turned on and within range.

You should test the device outdoors before using it on a trip to 

ensure your satellite subscription is active.

Select Test > Test.
Wait while the device sends a test message. When you 

receive a confirmation message, your device is ready to use.

Your inReach device sends and receives text messages using 

the Iridium satellite network. You can send messages to an SMS 

phone number, an email address, or another inReach device. 

Each message you send includes your location details.

Preset messages are messages that you created at 

. Preset messages have predefined text and 

recipients.

Select Preset.

Choose a preset message, and select Send.

Select Messages > New Message.

Select an option:
• Select To: to enter new recipients.
• Select   to select recipients from your contacts list.

Select an option:
• Select Message: to create a new message.
• Select   to select a quick text message.

Select Send Message.

Select Messages.

Select a conversation.

Select an option:
• Select Type Reply to create a new message, enter the 

message, and select Done.

• Select Quick Reply to select a quick text message.

Select Messages > New Message.

Select an option:
• To post to your Facebook

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 account, select  .

• To post to your Twitter

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 account, select  .

• To post to your MapShare

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 web page, select  .

Select an option:
• Select Message: to create a new message.
• Select   to select a quick text message.

Select Send Message.

Your device listens for new messages at regular listen intervals. 

Satellites announce recently sent messages, and your device 

receives the message at the next listen interval. The default 

interval is 10 minutes.
NOTE: Your device must be in view of a satellite at the time of 

the listen to receive messages.
You can force a check for messages by manually checking for 

messages, sending a message, or sending a track point. During 

a check, your device connects to satellites and receives 

messages waiting to be sent to your device.
TIP: You can adjust the listen interval to maximize battery life 

).

Select Check > Check Now.

Select Messages.

Select a conversation.

Select a message that includes  .

Select 

 > View on Map to view the location on the map 

from which the message was sent.

You can navigate to the location from which a message was 

sent by another inReach device.

Select Messages.

Select a conversation.

Select a message that includes  .

Select Navigate.

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Bluetooth Connected Features