Getting Started
WARNING
See the
Important Safety and Product Information
guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
Device Overview
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Internal Iridium
®
antenna
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Keys
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Micro-USB port (under weather cap)
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SOS button (under protective cap)
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Power key
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Mounting screw
Keys
Select to scroll through menus, pages, and settings.
Select to cancel or return to the previous page.
OK Select to choose an option or to acknowledge a message.
From the home page, select to open the main menu.
Turning On the Device
Hold .
Status Icons
Sending and receiving data
Unable to send and receive data
Tracking enabled
Bluetooth
®
technology connection status
Charging battery
Charging complete
Activating the Device
Before you can use your inReach Mini
®
device, you must
activate it.
1
Create an account, and select a satellite subscription at
2
Turn on the device.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
4
When prompted, go outdoors to an open area with a clear
view of the sky.
5
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.
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, attach the device to
a backpack or to your upper body.
Bluetooth Connected Features
Your device has several Bluetooth connected features for your
compatible smartphone or mobile device using the Earthmate
®
app. The Earthmate app allows you to use inReach features
such as maps, tracking, messaging, and SOS on your mobile
device.
Downloadable Features
: View downloaded maps, aerial
imagery, USGS quadrangle maps, and NOAA nautical charts
on your mobile device. You should download maps and
charts before going on your trip.
Sync
: Earthmate syncs your device with your
account, updating presets, waypoints,
and routes.
Messages
: Allows you to read and write messages, and access
the contacts list on your mobile device. Messages appear on
both devices.
NOTE:
You can have only one mobile device paired with your
inReach device at a time.
Pairing Your Mobile Device
You must pair your inReach device with your mobile device to
use Bluetooth features.
1
From the app store on your mobile device, install and open
the Earthmate app.
2
Place the inReach device and your mobile device within 3 m
(10 ft.) of each other.
3
From the main menu, select
Setup
>
Bluetooth
>
Pair
Device
.
4
Follow the instructions in the Earthmate app to complete the
pairing and setup process.
After the devices are paired, they connect automatically when
they are turned on and within range.
Testing the Device
You should test the device outdoors before using it on a trip to
ensure your satellite subscription is active.
From the main menu, select
Utilities
>
Test Service
>
OK
.
Wait while the device sends a test message. When you
receive a confirmation message, your device is ready to use.
Messages
Your inReach Mini device sends and receives text messages
using the Iridium satellite network. You can send messages to
an SMS phone number, an email address, or another inReach
device. Each message you send includes your location details.
Getting Started
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