Pairing Your Phone and Activating the Device
Before you can use the inReach® features of your satellite communicator, including messaging, SOS, tracking, and inReach Weather, you must have an active satellite subscription. You must have a valid, unique phone number that can receive a text message to complete activation and pairing with the Garmin Messenger™ app. VOIP numbers are not supported. Always test your satellite communicator outdoors before using it on a trip.
The GPSMAP® H1i Plus satellite communicator works best when it is paired with the Garmin Messenger app. The app allows you to compose and send messages using your phone, and to sync inReach data with your satellite communicator.
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During the initial setup on your satellite communicator, scan the QR code with the camera on your phone to download and install the
Garmin Messenger app.
NOTE: If you previously skipped the pairing process, you can select
> inReach Activation. Media and group messaging will not be available if you
activate the device through the Garmin Explore™ web interface instead of the Garmin Messenger app.
After the satellite communicator and phone are paired, they connect automatically when they are turned on and within range.