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Pairing the Montana 700i/750i for the inReach Remote Widget

Some non-inReach Garmin products have the ability to pair with the Montana® 700i and Montana® 750i outdoor handhelds to use some of the inReach® satellite communication features they offer.

Even though both devices need to be in close proximity (10 ft) to each other, it can be helpful to strap your inReach device on your pack or person, and then use your smaller non-inReach device for messaging, SOS, etc.

This article walks you through the process of getting these devices paired together.

Checking Compatibility

To determine if your non-inReach Garmin device can use the inReach Remote widget, see - Garmin Products That Support the inReach Remote Feature.

Updating Software

Ensure that both devices have their latest software version installed. Most devices can be updated using Garmin Express™ software. For detailed instructions, see - Help with Product Updates.

Enabling inReach Remote Mode on the Montana 700i/750i Handhelds

Select to access the main menu.
Select Setup.
Select Sensors.
Select inReach Remote.
- Enabled should be On.
- Verification should be Off.

Enabling and Connecting the inReach Remote Widget

Last, you need to pair your compatible non-inReach device. Steps will vary by the type of device you are using.

Garmin Watches

Hold UP/MENU (middle left button).
Select or scroll to Settings.
Select Sensors & Accessories or Connectivity > Sensors & Accessories.
Select Add New.
Select inReach.
The watch will begin searching for and connecting to the inReach device. This can take up to 60 seconds.
Select inReach - (device number) once it appears on the watch.

Once connected, the inReach Remote widget should be enabled automatically. If it is not, refer to "Customizing the Widget/Glance Loop" in your watch's owner's manual for instructions to add it.

From the watch face, scroll to the inReach Remote widget to see your messages. While viewing the inReach Remote widget, select START/STOP to access the menu for SOS, Messages, or Tracking.

Edge Cycling Computers

For steps to enable the inReach Remote widget on a compatible handheld, refer to the device owner's manual below.

Marine Chartplotters

These are general instructions that should work with most compatible chartplotters. For more detailed instructions, refer to your chartplotter's owner's manual.

On the chartplotter, select A/V.
NOTE: If you do not see A/V, select OneHelm™ first.
Select Gauges.
Select inReach.
Select Start Pairing.
The chartplotter will begin searching for and connecting to the inReach device. This can take up to 60 seconds.
If necessary, compare the code on the inReach device to the chartplotter, and select OK if they match.

Automotive Devices

For steps to enable the inReach Remote widget on a compatible automotive device, refer to the articles below:

Outdoor Handhelds

For steps to connect an inReach device with a compatible handheld, refer to the device owner's manual below.

Dive Computer

For steps to connect an inReach® device with a compatible Descent™ dive computer, refer to the device owner's manual.