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Pairing the ActiveCaptain Application to a Compatible GPSMAP Series Device
The ActiveCaptain application will allow you to use features such as smart notifications, wireless updates, and remotely view/control your GPSMAP device*. In order to get started with these features, you will first need to pair the application with your device. Follow the steps below to pair ActiveCaptian with your GPSMAP device:
- Select the ActiveCaptain application from the home screen of your Garmin device
- GPSMAP series chartplotters: ActiveCaptain is located in the A/V, Gauges, Controls menu
- If you haven't already setup the Wi-Fi on the Garmin device select Wi-Fi Network.
- Select Turn on Wi-Fi
- If desired, use the directional pad/touchscreen to change the Wi-Fi name and Password
- From your Smart Device turn Wi-Fi on and search for wireless networks
- Select the name of your Garmin device's Wi-Fi network
- Enter the network password
- Open the ActiveCaptain application on your smart device. If not already installed, it can be found in the App Store (iOS devices) or Google Play (Android devices)
- When the message "A new ActiveCaptain user was detected. Is this user the owner of the vessel?" appears, select Yes if you are the owner or No if you are a guest user
- Select Done to confirm.
*ActiveCaptain features may vary based on device. See related article regarding compatibility.