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
unlimited access to your cartography and a quick, mobile way to download new charts using the OneChart
feature. 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. The app provides access to the
ActiveCaptain Community for feedback on marinas and other boating points of interest.
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
Receive smart notification on the chartplotter
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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The ECHOMAP UHD 70/90 models are compatible with the ActiveCaptain community. The ECHOMAP UHD 60 models are not compatible with the ActiveCap
tain community.
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Appendix
5
(ActiveCaptain App,
page 9). The app provides
(Garmin Express App,
ActiveCaptain
mobile app
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
®
or Mac
®
computer.
™
page 112). You should
Garmin Express
desktop app
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
No
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