Using the LED Flashlight

WARNING

This device may have a flashlight that can be programmed to flash at various intervals. Consult your physician if you have epilepsy or are sensitive to bright or flashing lights.

NOTE: This feature is only available for Instinct® 2X Solar models.

Using the flashlight can reduce battery life. You can reduce the brightness to extend the life of the battery.

  1. Hold CTRL.
  2. Select Flashlight.
  3. If necessary, press GPS to turn on the flashlight.
  4. Select an option:
    • To adjust the brightness or color of the flashlight, press UP or DOWN.

      TIP: You can quickly press CTRL twice to turn on the flashlight at this setting in the future.
    • To program the flashlight to flash in a selected pattern, hold MENU, select Strobe, select a mode, and press GPS.

    • To display your emergency contact information and program the flashlight to flash in a distress pattern, hold MENU, select Distress Pattern, and press GPS.
      CAUTION

      Programming the flashlight to flash in a distress pattern will not contact your emergency contacts or emergency services on your behalf. Your emergency contact information will only appear if it has been configured in the Garmin Connect™ app.

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September 2023