Appendix; Activecaptain And Garmin Express; Garmin Express App; Installing The Garmin Express App On A Computer - Garmin ECHOMAP UHD2 7X Owner's Manual

ActiveCaptain and Garmin Express

The ActiveCaptain and Garmin Express apps help you manage your Garmin chartplotter and other devices.
ActiveCaptain: The ActiveCaptain mobile app provides an easy-to-use connection between your compatible
mobile device and your compatible Garmin chartplotter, charts, and the Garmin Quickdraw Contours
Community (ActiveCaptain
mobile way to download new charts using the OneChart
your chartplotter, and provides access to the ActiveCaptain Community for feedback on marinas and other
boating points of interest. You can also use the app to plan your trip and sync user data. The app checks your
devices for available updates, and notifies you when an update is available.
Garmin Express: The Garmin Express desktop app allows you to use your computer and a memory card to
download and update Garmin chartplotter software and charts
use the Garmin Express app for faster data transfer of larger downloads and updates, and to avoid possible
data charges with some mobile devices.
Function
Register your new Garmin Marine device
Update your Garmin chartplotter software
Update your Garmin charts
Download new Garmin charts
Access the Garmin Quickdraw Contours Community to download
and share contours with other users
Sync a mobile device with your Garmin chartplotter
Access the ActiveCaptain Community for feedback on marinas and
boating points of interest

Garmin Express App

The Garmin Express desktop app allows you to use your computer and a memory card to download and update
Garmin device software and charts and register your devices. We recommend it for larger downloads and
updates for faster data transfer and to avoid possible data charges with some mobile devices.

Installing the Garmin Express App on a Computer

You can install the Garmin Express app on a Windows
1 Go to garmin.com/express.
2 Select Download for Windows or Download for Mac.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions.
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App, page 8). The app provides unlimited access to your cartography and a quick,
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feature, provides a link to receive notifications on
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(Garmin Express App,
ActiveCaptain
mobile app
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or Mac computer.
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page 64). You should
Garmin Express
desktop app
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