Garmin ActiveCaptain

The description of Garmin ActiveCaptain

Site Editorial Commentary：For the connected boat

The free Garmin ActiveCaptain app establishes a robust connection between your compatible mobile device and your Garmin chartplotter, providing access to charts, maps, and a vibrant boating community. Whether you enjoy cruising, fishing, sailing, or diving with your Garmin products, this comprehensive app enhances your experience on the water.

Simply pair the app with your compatible chartplotter to wirelessly transfer and access charts and maps, software updates, routes, waypoints, and valuable feedback from the ActiveCaptain Community. Furthermore, with the purchase of the OnDeck™ hub(1), you gain the ability to remotely track and monitor your boat from virtually anywhere, ensuring peace of mind.

This app is designed for Garmin chartplotter owners and is not recommended as a standalone navigational tool.

KEY FEATURES:

- ONECHART™:
> Introducing new Garmin Navionics+™ and premium Garmin Navionics Vision+™ cartography, featuring a Navionics® style appearance, advanced Auto Guidance+™ technology(2), and a one-year subscription to daily updates. Available now for North America and Europe, with global availability coming soon.

Purchase our latest-generation charts or legacy BlueChart® g3 charts directly from your mobile device and upload them to registered Garmin chartplotters on your vessel.

Experience exceptional coverage, clarity, and detail with charts that integrate Garmin and Navionics data for comprehensive marine information. Additionally, access free NOAA raster cartography(3) and premium features through the ActiveCaptain app. Visit Garmin.com/marinemaps for more details.

- TRIP PLANNING: Plan your boating adventures or scout new fishing spots before you even leave the dock. Seamlessly transfer your data to your chartplotter to view your routes and waypoints on the water.

- USER DATA SYNC: Automatically back up and synchronize your user data between your chartplotter and the ActiveCaptain app, ensuring your information is always up-to-date and secure.

- ACTIVECAPTAIN COMMUNITY: Connect with a thriving community of boaters to receive real-time feedback on marinas, boat ramps, and other points of interest (POI). Review ratings, read user reviews, and view photos of POIs to make well-informed decisions while on the water. You can also contribute your own POIs, reviews, and pictures from your compatible mobile device.

- CHARTPLOTTER CONTROL: Utilize the built-in Helm™ feature within the ActiveCaptain app to remotely view and control your compatible(4) chartplotter from your smartphone or tablet, offering flexibility even when you're not at the helm(5).

- EASY SOFTWARE UPDATES: Stay up-to-date with the latest features and improvements by receiving notifications about software updates directly through the app and wirelessly updating your chartplotter.

- ONDECK HUB INTEGRATION: Seamlessly integrate with the OnDeck system(1) to track, monitor, and control various switches on your boat from virtually anywhere using the ActiveCaptain app. Receive text alerts and updates for critical events, such as door openings or bilge pump activity, providing enhanced security and peace of mind.

- GARMIN QUICKDraw™ COMMUNITY: Access the latest 1’ HD contour maps shared by fellow boaters through the Garmin Quickdraw Community and synchronize them with your chartplotter. You can also contribute your own Quickdraw Contours map data to the community.

- SMART NOTIFICATIONS: Connect the app to your chartplotter and enable smart notifications(4) to conveniently view calls, text messages, and other notifications on your chartplotter display while keeping your phone safe and dry.


FOOTnoteS
1) OnDeck hub sold separately and requires an active subscription plan
2) Auto Guidance+ is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations
3) NOAA raster cartography cannot be viewed on echoMAP™ CHIRP and ECHOMAP™ Plus combos but can be viewed on mobile devices via the ActiveCaptain mobile app
4) Helm feature is not compatible with ECHOMAP series chartplotters
5) Check device compatibility on the ActiveCaptain app web page; visit https://www.garmin.com/c/marine/marine-apps/