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Connected features are available for your Montana device when you connect the device to a wireless network or
a compatible phone using Bluetooth technology. Some features require you to install the Garmin Explore app on
your phone. Go to
garmin.com/apps
Garmin Explore: The Garmin Explore app syncs and shares waypoints, courses, and collections with your
device. You can also download maps to your phone for offline access.
Bluetooth sensors: Allows you to connect Bluetooth compatible sensors, such as a heart rate monitor.
Connect IQ
: Allows you to extend your device features with widgets, data fields, and apps using the Connect IQ
™
app.
EPO Downloads: Allows you to download an extended prediction orbit file to quickly locate GPS satellites and
reduce the time it takes to get an initial GPS fix using the Garmin Explore app or when connected to a Wi‑Fi
network.
Outdoor Maps+: Allows you to download free satellite imagery or premium map data using an Outdoor Maps+
subscription when connected to a Wi‑Fi network.
Live Geocache Data: Provides paid or subscription-free services to view live geocache data from
www.geocaching.com
Tracking: Allows you to record track points and transmit them over the Iridium satellite network. You can invite
contacts to follow along by sending them an inReach message from the field. This feature allows your
contacts to view your live data on a MapShare tracking page using your Garmin Explore account.
LiveTrack: Allows friends and family to follow your activities in real time. You can invite followers using email or
social media, allowing them to view your live data on a Garmin Connect
Phone notifications: Displays phone notifications and messages on your Montana device using the Garmin
Explore app.
Software Updates: Allows you to receive updates for your device software using the Garmin Explore app or
when connected to a Wi‑Fi network.
Active Weather: Allows you to view current weather conditions and weather forecasts using the Garmin Explore
app or when connected to a Wi‑Fi network.
inReach Weather: Allows you to receive weather information through your inReach subscription. You can
request a basic, extended, or marine weather forecast.
Connected Feature Requirements
Some features require a smartphone and a specific app on your smartphone.
Feature
Activity uploads to Garmin Connect Yes
Software updates
EPO downloads
Live geocache data
Weather
Phone notifications
Connect IQ
Outdoor Maps+
1
The device receives phone notifications from a paired iOS
2
Required to activate your subscription.
3
Required to download maps.
Connected Features
Connected Features
for more information.
using the Garmin Explore app or when connected to a Wi‑Fi network.
Connected to a Paired Smartphone with
the Garmin Connect App
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
1
Yes
Yes
2
Yes
phone directly, and through the Garmin Connect app on an Android
®
™
tracking page.
Connected to a Wi‑Fi Network
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
3
Yes
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phone.
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