Getting Started

When using your device the first time, you should complete these tasks to set it up and get to know the basic features.

  1. Press Power to turn on the device.
  2. Select your language.
  3. Download the Garmin Messenger™ app to your smartphone, and follow the on-screen instructions to pair and activate your device (Pairing Your Phone and Activating the Device).
  4. Sync your device with the Garmin Messenger app (Syncing inReach Data).
  5. Test your device before you begin your trip (Testing the Device).
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April 2024