Garmin inREACH SE User Manual

USING THE inREACH TRACKER SE
Charge your inReach SE fully before using. Connect the device to an appropriate AC adaptor and plug it into an electrical
outlet or use a USB/micro-USB cable to charge from your computer. By pressing the Power/Enter button for three
seconds, the level of charge is displayed.
Antenna - Keep the satellite communicator antenna pointing up, with a clear view of the sky and not obstructed by parts
of your boat.
Status Light - This light flashes green when there is a new message waiting. It flashes red when there is something
important for you to see, like low power or a sending message delay.
Micro-USB Port - Lift the micro-USB protective cover to access the micro-USB port beneath. Use this port for charging
and for updates when notified.
Power/Enter - Press and hold for three seconds to power the inReach SE on. When on, press to select highlighted
objects or hold to access keyboard shortcuts when sending messages.
Directional Pad - Press arrows to highlight a section on the screen or hold to access keyboard shortcuts when sending
messages.
Quit/Preset Messages Shortcut - Press to back out of pages or operations. Press and hold to access the inReach
Messages shortcut.
SOS Button Lock - Slide the SOS button lock to the left to unlock the SOS button in an emergency
SOS Button - Press and hold the SOS button for three seconds to send a distress message to emergency response. If you
inadvertently activate SOS, press and hold the SOS button for five seconds while in SOS to send a Cancel SOS message to
emergency response.

Garmin inREACH SE Specifications

General

Battery Type	Rechargeable lithium-ion
Water Rating	IPX7
High-sensitivity Receiver	Yes
GPS	Yes
GLONASS	Yes
SOS	Yes
Tracking	Yes
Messaging	Yes
Device Type	Handheld
Two-Way Messaging	Yes
Satellite Network	Iridium
Interface	USB
Weight	7.5 oz (213 g)
Display Type	Monochrome

Summary

InReach Tracker SE Device Overview

Key Device Components

Overview of physical components including antenna, status light, and micro-USB port.

Device Controls and Shortcuts

Explains the function of input controls like Power/Enter, Directional Pad, and shortcuts.

SOS Functionality

Details on how to lock and activate the SOS button for emergency response.

Mounting the InReach Tracker

Pre-Installation Guidelines

Guidelines for installing and turning on the tracker before departing, including placement.

Mounting Instructions

Step-by-step guide on how to securely mount the tracker using cords and Velcro straps.

Powering and Tracking the Device

Powering the Device On and Off

Detailed steps for powering the inReach SE on, off, and accessing device options.

Tracking Functionality

Information on how to start, stop, and use the tracking feature for progress monitoring.

Tracking and Settings Configuration

Setting Tracking Intervals and Units

How to set tracking interval, time zones, and units like nautical miles for accurate tracking.

General Settings Options

Configuration of display, tracking, Bluetooth, time, and units for optimal performance.

Messaging Via Smartphone or Tablet

Pairing and Messaging Setup

Steps to pair the device with Android or iOS devices for messaging via the Earthmate app.

Sending Messages

Instructions for sending messages using contacts or manually entering recipient details.