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Connecting to a Wireless Network 1 Select > Wi-Fi. 2 Select the toggle switch to enable Wi‑Fi technology, if necessary. 3 Select Add Network. 4 Select a wireless network from the list and enter the password, if necessary. The device stores the network information and connects automatically when you return to this location. Garmin Explore The Garmin Explore website and app allow you to create courses, waypoints, and collections, plan trips, and use cloud storage. They offer advanced planning both online and offline, allowing you to share and sync data with your compatible Garmin device. You can use the app to download maps for offline access, and then navigate anywhere without using your cellular service. You can download the Garmin Explore app from the app store on your phone, or you can go to explore.garmin .com. Garmin Messenger App WARNING Before you can use certain inReach features of the Garmin Messenger app, including SOS, tracking, and inReach Weather, you must have an active satellite subscription and a connected inReach device. Always test the app before you use it outdoors. With an inReach subscription and a connected inReach device, you can use the Garmin Messenger app for tracking, SOS, inReach Weather, and managing your service plan. You can also use the app to message other inReach device users, as well as friends and family. The app works over both the Iridium satellite network and the internet (using a wireless connection or cellular data on your phone). Messages sent using a wireless connection or cellular data on your phone do not incur data charges or additional charges on your inReach subscription. Messages received may incur charges if message delivery is attempted over both the Iridium satellite network and the internet. Standard text messaging rates for your cellular data plan apply. Without an inReach subscription, the app also provides a messaging experience for friends and family. Anyone can download the app and connect their phone, allowing them to communicate with other app users over the internet (no login is required). App users can also create group messaging threads with other SMS phone numbers. New members added to the group message can download the app to see what others are saying. Syncing inReach Data After you make changes to your data, such as plan changes, contacts, or check-in messages, you must sync your device using the app. 1 Open the paired Garmin Messenger or Garmin Explore app. 2 Wait while your data syncs. TIP: You can check the connection status on the Device tab in the app. Contact Tracking You can track other hunters so you know where they are at all times. You can also send messages to your contacts. One Alpha handheld device can track up to 20 devices, including compatible dog collar devices and handheld devices. 24 Syncing inReach Data

Section	Page
Table of Contents	3
Getting Started	7
Setting Up the Alpha System	7
Device Overviews	7
Alpha Handheld Device	7
Alpha Device Keys	8
Dog Collar Device	9
Installing the Battery Pack	9
Charging the Handheld Device	10
Charging the Dog Collar Device	11
Turning On the Device	11
Turning Off the Device	11
Selecting a Language	11
Using the Touchscreen	11
Using the Status Page	12
Acquiring Satellite Signals	12
Iridium®‎ Satellite Network	12
Activating the Device	12
Dog Collar Device Setup	13
Methods to Add a Dog Collar Device to a Handheld Device	13
Adding a Dog to the Alpha Navigator Using Wireless Pairing	13
Sharing a Dog Wirelessly	14
Adding a Dog Using the Track and Control Codes	14
Finding the Dog ID and Track and Control Codes	14
VHF Radio Information	14
Managing a Group	15
Editing Dog Information	15
Resetting a Dog's Statistics and Track	15
Changing the Dog Name	15
Changing the Color of the Dog's Track	15
Changing the Dog Type	15
Changing the Dog ID	16
Removing a Dog	16
Fitting the Collar on Your Dog	16
Communication with the Dog Collar Device	17
Using a Dynamic Update Rate	18
Using Sleep Mode	18
Using the Channel View	18
Dog Tracking	18
Tracking Your Dog on the Map	19
Dog Status Icons	19
Dog Tracking Compass	20
Navigating to Your Dog	20
Changing the Length of the Dog's Track	20
Location Alerts	20
Setting Location Alerts	21
Editing Location Alerts	21
Enabling Dog Data Broadcast	21
Dog Training	21
Selecting and Installing the Contact Points	22
Removing the Contact Points	22
Training Methods	22
Linear and Traditional Stimulation	22
Choosing the Correct Intensity Level	22
Customizing the Training Keys	23
Using the Hard Keys for Training Adjustments	23
Default Training Settings	23
Collar Training	24
inReach Features	24
Messages	24
Sending a Check-In Message	24
Sending a Text Message	25
Replying to a Message	25
Checking for Messages	25
Viewing Message Details	25
Navigating to a Message Location	25
Including Location Coordinates in a Message	26
Deleting Messages	26
Messages Settings	26
inReach Tracking	26
Starting Tracking	26
Stopping Tracking	26
Sharing Your MapShare Web Page	26
inReach Tracking Settings	26
SOS	27
Initiating an SOS Rescue	27
Sending a Custom SOS Message	28
Canceling an SOS Request	28
Weather	28
Requesting an inReach Weather Forecast	28
Updating an inReach Weather Forecast	29
Deleting an inReach Weather Forecast	29
Testing the Device	29
Connected Features	29
Pairing a Smartphone with Your Device	29
Connecting to a Wireless Network	30
Garmin Explore	30
Garmin Messenger App	30
Syncing inReach Data	30
Contact Tracking	30
Turning On and Off the Transmitter	31
Methods to Add a Contact to a Handheld Device	31
Adding a Contact Using Wireless Pairing	31
Adding a Contact Using a Contact ID	31
Initiating an Emergency Alert	32
Sending a Message to Your Contacts	32
Tracking a Contact	32
Finding Your Contact ID	32
Changing Your Contact ID	32
Updating a Contact ID	32
Hunting with the Alpha System	33
Marking Your Truck Location	33
Marking a Covey	33
Active Hunt Metrics	33
Turning On the Collar Light	33
Turning On Rescue Mode	34
Pausing Dog Tracking	34
Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks	34
Waypoints	34
Marking Your Current Location	34
Marking a Waypoint Using the Map	34
Editing a Waypoint	34
Repositioning a Waypoint to Your Current Location	35
Moving a Waypoint on the Map	35
Increasing the Accuracy of a Waypoint Location	35
Projecting a Waypoint	35
Deleting a Waypoint	35
Routes	35
Creating a Route	36
Editing the Name of a Route	36
Navigating a Saved Route	36
Editing a Route	36
Reversing a Route	36
Viewing the Active Route	36
Deleting a Route	36
Tracks	36
Recording Track Logs	37
Viewing Details about the Track	37
Viewing the Elevation Plot of a Track	37
Navigating to the Start of a Track	37
Changing the Track Color	37
Saving the Current Track	37
Clearing the Current Track	37
Deleting a Track	37
Navigation	38
Map	38
Measuring Distance on the Map	38
Compass	38
Calibrating the Compass	38
Navigating with the Bearing Pointer	38
Where To? Menu	38
Finding a Waypoint by Name	38
Navigating with Sight 'N Go	39
Elevation Plot	39
Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter	39
Navigating to a Point on the Plot	39
Changing the Plot Type	39
Resetting the Elevation Plot	39
Trip Computer	39
Customizing the Trip Computer Data Fields	39
Resetting the Trip Computer	39
Applications	40
Setting a Proximity Alarm	40
Calculating the Size of an Area	40
Setting an Alarm	40
Using the Competition Timer	40
Satellite Page	40
Changing the Satellite View	40
Turning Off GPS	40
Simulating a Location	41
Managing Maps	41
Downloading Maps	41
Enabling Maps	41
Deleting a Map	42
Customizing Your Device	42
Customizing the Main Menu	42
Customizing the Favorite Bar	42
Customizing the Data Fields	42
System Settings	42
Display Settings	43
Accessibility Settings	43
Setting the Device Tones	43
Setting Dog Alerts	43
Map Settings	43
Tracked Devices Map Settings	43
Advanced Map Settings	44
Tracks Settings	44
Auto Save Settings	44
Routing Settings	45
Sensors Settings	45
Changing the Units of Measure	45
Position Format Settings	45
Device Information	45
Viewing E-label Regulatory and Compliance Information	45
Support and Updates	46
Product Updates	46
Device Care	46
Cleaning the Device	46
Cleaning the Touchscreen	46
Specifications	47
Alpha Handheld Device Specifications	47
Dog Collar Device Specifications	47
Battery Information	47
Long-Term Storage	48
Maximizing the Battery Life	48
Adjusting the Backlight Brightness	48
Adjusting the Backlight Timeout	48
Changing the Dog Collar Device Update Rate	48
Turning On the Handheld Battery Save Mode	48
Saving Energy While Charging the Device	49
Data Management	49
Installing a Memory Card	49
Connecting the Handheld Device to a Computer	50
Connecting the Dog Collar Device to a Computer	50
Transferring Dog Tracks to BaseCamp™‎	50
Deleting Files	51
Disconnecting the USB Cable	51
Resetting Data and Settings	51
Appendix	51
Accessories and Replacement Parts	51
Purchasing Accessories	51
Optional Maps	51
tempe	51
Tips for Pairing Wireless Sensors	52
Replacing the Collar Strap	52
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable	52

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Connecting to a Wireless Network

Select

Wi-Fi

Select the toggle switch to enable Wi‑Fi technology, if necessary.

Select

Add Network

Select a wireless network from the list and enter the password, if necessary.

The device stores the network information and connects automatically when you return to this location.

Garmin Explore

The Garmin Explore website and app allow you to create courses, waypoints, and collections, plan trips, and use

cloud storage. They offer advanced planning both online and offline, allowing you to share and sync data with

your compatible Garmin device. You can use the app to download maps for offline access, and then navigate

anywhere without using your cellular service.

You can download the Garmin Explore app from the app store on your phone, or you can go to

explore.garmin

.com

Garmin Messenger App

WARNING

Before you can use certain inReach features of the Garmin Messenger app, including SOS, tracking, and inReach

Weather, you must have an active satellite subscription and a connected inReach device. Always test the app

before you use it outdoors.

With an inReach subscription and a connected inReach device, you can use the Garmin Messenger app for

tracking, SOS, inReach Weather, and managing your service plan. You can also use the app to message other

inReach device users, as well as friends and family. The app works over both the Iridium satellite network

and the internet (using a wireless connection or cellular data on your phone). Messages sent using a wireless

connection or cellular data on your phone do not incur data charges or additional charges on your inReach

subscription. Messages received may incur charges if message delivery is attempted over both the Iridium

satellite network and the internet. Standard text messaging rates for your cellular data plan apply.

Without an inReach subscription, the app also provides a messaging experience for friends and family. Anyone

can download the app and connect their phone, allowing them to communicate with other app users over

the internet (no login is required). App users can also create group messaging threads with other SMS phone

numbers. New members added to the group message can download the app to see what others are saying.

Syncing

inReach

Data

After you make changes to your data, such as plan changes, contacts, or check-in messages, you must sync

your device using the app.

Open the paired Garmin Messenger or Garmin Explore app.

Wait while your data syncs.

TIP:

You can check the connection status on the Device tab in the app.

Contact Tracking

You can track other hunters so you know where they are at all times. You can also send messages to your

contacts. One Alpha handheld device can track up to 20 devices, including compatible dog collar devices and

handheld devices.

Syncing inReach Data