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Setting up the VIRB Remote Feature on the epix, quatix 3, fēnix 3 series, D2 Bravo or tactix Bravo

The VIRB® action cameras can be controlled remotely by many Garmin handheld and wearable devices1 using ANT+ wireless technology. This article is for the epix™, quatix® 3, fēnix® 3 series, D2™ Bravo, and tactix® Bravo watches.

To do this, you need to add the VIRB Remote option to your device's menu, and then pair the VIRB to your device. Steps for both can be found below.

Adding VIRB Remote to the Garmin Device

  1. Press and hold Up to access Main Menu
  2. Select Settings
  3. Select Widgets
  4. Select VIRB
  5. Select Status to toggle from Hide to Show

The VIRB Remote option should appear on the device's main menu. The device can now be paired to the VIRB.


Pairing the VIRB Camera and Garmin Device


Steps for pairing can be found in your VIRB camera owner's manual by clicking the appropriate link below.

Note: Some manuals refer to the Garmin device as such, while others refer to it as a remote control device or ANT+ device.

Up to 6 VIRB action cameras can be controlled by one remote at a time. For more information on setting up the VIRB camera for remote use, refer to its owner's manual.

1To utilize the remote function, a software update may be required. For steps on installing updates, see Related. (epix watch users, see - epix Support and Updates. quatix 3 watch users, see quatix 3 Support and Updates)

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