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Using the Status Page The status page displays the time, your GPS signal strength, and the device battery life. It also allows you to adjust settings and access shortcuts. You can open the status page from any other page by pressing the power button. Screen brightness: Adjusts the brightness of the screen. Messages: Allows you to send inReach® messages and view received messages. Lock Screen: Locks the touchscreen to prevent inadvertent screen touches. Lock Keys: Locks the device buttons to prevent inadvertent button presses. My ID: Displays your device ID and allows you to transmit your device information to a compatible handheld device. You can also turn the transmitter on and off. Alerts: Displays unread dog alerts. Acquiring Satellite Signals Both the dog collar device and navigator must acquire satellite signals before you put the dog collar device on your dog. Acquiring satellites can take a few minutes. 1 Go outdoors to an open area. 2 Turn on both devices (Turning On the Device, page 5). in the status bar shows the GPS signal strength. When the dog collar device has acquired satellite signals, the status LED flashes green. Iridium® Satellite Network Your device requires a clear view of the sky to transmit messages and track points over the Iridium satellite network. Without a clear view of the sky, your device attempts to send the information until it acquires satellite signals. TIP: For the best connection with satellites, place the device with the antenna pointed toward the sky. Activating the Device WARNING Before you can use the inReach features of your Alpha 300i device, including messaging, SOS, tracking, and inReach Weather, you must activate it. 1 From your computer or smartphone, go to explore.garmin.com to create an account and activate a service plan. 2 Turn on the device. 3 Select Activate. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE: You must enter the device IMEI number and authorization code to complete the online portion of activation before you go outdoors. 5 Go outdoors to an open area with a clear view of the sky, and point the antenna on the device toward the sky for optimal performance. 6 Wait while the device communicates with the Iridium satellite network. NOTE: It may take up to 20 minutes to activate your device. The device must send and receive several messages, which takes longer than sending a single message during regular use. Your device should remain outdoors until activation completes. 6 Activating the Device

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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Using the Status Page

The status page displays the time, your GPS signal strength, and the device battery life. It also allows you to

adjust settings and access shortcuts. You can open the status page from any other page by pressing the power

button.

Screen brightness

: Adjusts the brightness of the screen.

Messages

: Allows you to send inReach

messages and view received messages.

Lock Screen

: Locks the touchscreen to prevent inadvertent screen touches.

Lock Keys

: Locks the device buttons to prevent inadvertent button presses.

My ID

: Displays your device ID and allows you to transmit your device information to a compatible handheld

device. You can also turn the transmitter on and off.

Alerts

: Displays unread dog alerts.

Acquiring Satellite Signals

Both the dog collar device and navigator must acquire satellite signals before you put the dog collar device on

your dog. Acquiring satellites can take a few minutes.

Go outdoors to an open area.

Turn on both devices (

Turning On the Device

, page 5

in the status bar shows the GPS signal strength.

When the dog collar device has acquired satellite signals, the status LED flashes green.

Iridium

Satellite Network

Your device requires a clear view of the sky to transmit messages and track points over the Iridium satellite

network. Without a clear view of the sky, your device attempts to send the information until it acquires satellite

signals.

TIP:

For the best connection with satellites, place the device with the antenna pointed toward the sky.

Activating the Device

WARNING

Before you can use the inReach features of your Alpha 300i device, including messaging, SOS, tracking, and

inReach Weather, you must activate it.

From your computer or smartphone, go to

explore.garmin.com

to create an account and activate a service

plan.

Turn on the device.

Select

Activate

Follow the on-screen instructions.

NOTE:

You must enter the device IMEI number and authorization code to complete the online portion of

activation before you go outdoors.

Go outdoors to an open area with a clear view of the sky, and point the antenna on the device toward the sky

for optimal performance.

Wait while the device communicates with the Iridium satellite network.

NOTE:

It may take up to 20 minutes to activate your device. The device must send and receive several

messages, which takes longer than sending a single message during regular use. Your device should remain

outdoors until activation completes.

Activating the Device