The ActiveCaptain app provides a robust link between your compatible mobile device and Garmin chartplotter, charts, maps, and the boating community. Designed for various boating activities such as cruising, fishing, sailing, or diving, this comprehensive app enhances your experience on the water.
- Pair the app with your compatible chartplotter to wirelessly transfer and access charts, maps, software updates, routes, waypoints, and feedback from the ActiveCaptain Community.
- With the optional purchase of the OnDeck™ hub(1), you gain the ability to track and monitor your boat remotely.
Please note that this app is specifically tailored for Garmin chartplotter owners and is not recommended for standalone navigational use.
Notable Features Include:
- ONECHART™:
- New Garmin Navionics+™ and premium Garmin Navionics Vision+™ cartography provide advanced features like Auto Guidance+™ technology(2) and a one-year subscription to daily updates. Available in North America and Europe with global availability coming soon.
- Purchase charts directly from your mobile device, including the latest-generation or legacy BlueChart® g3 charts, and upload them to your registered Garmin chartplotters for extensive coverage and detail. Download NOAA raster cartography(3) and premium features at no additional cost through the ActiveCaptain app.
- PLAN A TRIP: Efficiently plan trips or scout new fishing spots before hitting the water. Easily transfer your data to your chartplotter for seamless navigation.
- USER DATA SYNC: Automatically sync and back up data between your chartplotter and the ActiveCaptain app.
- ACTIVECAPTAIN COMMUNITY: Connect with fellow boaters to access real-time feedback on marinas, boat ramps, and other points of interest (POI). Enjoy ratings, reviews, and pictures to make informed decisions while contributing your own content.
- CONTROL YOUR CHARTPLOTTER: Utilize the Helm™ feature to manage your compatible(4) chartplotter via your smartphone or tablet conveniently—ideal for remote control even when someone else is operating the helm(5).
- EASY SOFTWARE UPDATES: Receive wireless notifications about software updates directly on the app for seamless chartplotter enhancements.
- ONDECK HUB: Track and monitor various switches through the OnDeck system(1) using the app. Receive text alerts about important updates regarding your vessel's status.
- GARMIN QUICKDRAWTM COMMUNITY: Download HD contour maps shared by other boaters for advanced fishing experiences. Sync these maps with your chartplotter or contribute your own Quickdraw Contours map data.
- SMART NOTIFICATIONS: Link the app to your chartplotter to receive smart notifications(4) such as calls and text messages displayed on the chartplotter when your phone is unavailable.
- The OnDeck hub is sold separately and requires an active subscription plan.
- Auto Guidance+ provides planning assistance only and not a substitute for safe navigation practices.
- NOAA raster cartography cannot be viewed on echoMAP™ CHIRP and ECHOMAP™ Plus combos but is accessible on mobile devices via the ActiveCaptain mobile app.
- The Helm feature is incompatible with ECHOMAP series chartplotters.
Overview
Garmin ActiveCaptain® is a Freeware software in the category Education developed by Garmin.
The latest version of Garmin ActiveCaptain® is 34.0.2509, released on 03/22/2024. It was initially added to our database on 03/22/2024.
Garmin ActiveCaptain® runs on the following operating systems: Android.
Users of Garmin ActiveCaptain® gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
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