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Using the inReach Remote

Before you can use the inReach® remote function, you must add the inReach glance to the glances list (Customizing the Glance List).

  1. Turn on the inReach satellite communicator.
  2. On your Venu® 4 watch, swipe down from the watch face to view the inReach glance.
  3. Press Line drawing of the watch with a top button callout to search for your inReach satellite communicator.
  4. Press Line drawing of the watch with a top button callout to pair your inReach satellite communicator.
  5. Press Line drawing of the watch with a top button callout, and select an option:

    • To send an SOS message, select Initiate SOS.

      NOTE: You should only use the SOS function in a real emergency situation.

    • To send a text message, select Messages > New Message, select the message contacts, and enter the message text or select a quick text option.

    • To send a preset message, select Send Preset, and select a message from the list.

    • To view the timer and distance traveled during an activity, select Tracking.

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November 2025
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