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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:

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. From your Smart Device turn Wi-Fi on and search for wireless networks
  4. Select the name of your Garmin device's Wi-Fi network
  5. Enter the network password
  6. 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)
  7. 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
  8. Select Done to confirm.

*ActiveCaptain features may vary based on device. See related article regarding compatibility.

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