the device. You can set up recovery questions and answers as prompts in case you forget the PIN. Getting Started with the ActiveCaptain App You can connect a mobile device to the GPSMAP device using the ActiveCaptain app. The app provides a quick and easy way for you to interact with your GPSMAP device and complete such tasks as sharing data, registering, updating the device software, and receiving mobile device notifications. 1 From the GPSMAP device, select A/V, Gauges, Controls > NOTICE If you enable the Screen Lock feature, Garmin Support cannot retrieve the PIN or access your device. It is your responsibility to provide the PIN to anyone authorized to use the vessel. Lock > Setup .
2 Enter a memorable numeric PIN of 6 digits. 3 Reenter the PIN to verify. 4 When prompted, choose and answer three PIN recovery questions. You can Disable or Reset the PIN and recovery questions as needed. 1 Select Settings > System > Sounds and Display > Screen ActiveCaptain . 2 From the ActiveCaptain page, select Wi-Fi Network > Wi-Fi > On . 3 Enter a name and password for this network. 4 Insert a memory card in the GPSMAP device's card slot ( Memory Cards , page 2 ). 5 Select Set ActiveCaptain Card . NOTICE You might be prompted to format the memory card. Formatting the card deletes all information saved on the card. This includes any saved user data, such as waypoints.
Formatting the card is recommended, but not required. Before formatting the card, you should save the data from the memory card onto the device internal memory ( Copying User Data from a Memory Card , page 64 ). After formatting the card for the ActiveCaptain app, you can transfer the user data back to the card ( Copying User Data to a Memory Card , page 64 ). Automatically Turning Off the System You can set the chartplotter and the whole system to turn off automatically after it has been asleep for the selected length of time. Otherwise, you must press and hold to turn off the system manually. 1 Select Settings > System > Auto Power Off . 2 Select an option.
ActiveCaptain App Be sure the card is inserted each time you want to use the ActiveCaptain feature. 6 From the application store on your mobile device, install and open the ActiveCaptain app. 7 Bring the mobile device within 32 m (105 ft.) of the GPSMAP CAUTION This feature allows users to submit information. Garmin makes no representations about the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of information submitted by users. Any use or reliance on the information submitted by users is at your own risk. device. 8 From your mobile device settings, open the Wi Fi The ActiveCaptain app provides a connection to your GPSMAP device, charts, maps, and the community for a connected boating experience.
On your mobile device with the ActiveCaptain app, you can download, purchase, and update maps and charts. You can use the app to easily and quickly transfer user data, such as waypoints and routes, connect to the Garmin Quickdraw Contours Community, update device software, and plan your trip. You can also control the GPSMAP device from the app using the Garmin Helm feature. You can connect to the ActiveCaptain community for up-to-date feedback on marinas and other points of interest. The app can push smart notifications, such as calls and texts, to your chartplotter display when paired.
connections page and connect to the Garmin device, using the name and password you entered in the Garmin device. ® Enabling Smart Notifications WARNING Do not read or reply to notifications while operating the vessel. Failure to pay attention to the conditions on the water can result in vessel damage, personal injury, or death. Before your GPSMAP device can receive notifications, you must connect it to your mobile device and to the ActiveCaptain app. 1 From the GPSMAP device, select ActiveCaptain > Smart Notifications > Enable Notifications . 2 Turn on Bluetooth ActiveCaptain Roles Your level of interaction with the GPSMAP device using the ActiveCaptain app depends on your role.
® technology in the mobile device settings. 3 Bring the devices within 10 m (33 ft.) of each other. 4 From the ActiveCaptain app on the mobile device, select Smart Notifications > Pair with Chartplotter . 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to pair the app to the GPSMAP device. 6 When prompted, enter the key on your mobile device. 7 If necessary, adjust which notifications you receive in your mobile device settings. Receiving Notifications WARNING Do not read or reply to notifications while operating the vessel. Failure to pay attention to the conditions on the water can result in vessel damage, personal injury, or death.
Before your GPSMAP device can receive notifications, you must connect it to your mobile device and enable the Smart Notifications feature ( Enabling Smart Notifications , page 6 ). 6 ActiveCaptain App Feature Owner Guest Register device, built-in maps, and supplemental map cards to account Yes No Update software Yes Yes Automatically transfer Garmin Quickdraw contours you have downloaded or created Yes No Push smart notifications Yes Yes Automatically transfer user data, such as waypoints and routes Yes No Begin navigating to a specific waypoint or navigating a specific route, and send that waypoint or route to the GPSMAP device Yes Yes