Garmin TREAD Owner's Manual

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TREAD

Owner’s Manual

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Getting Started............................................................... 1

Device Overview......................................................................... 1

Turning the Device On or Off...................................................... 1

Acquiring GPS Signals............................................................... 1

Status Bar Icons......................................................................... 1

Using the On-Screen Buttons..................................................... 1

Adjusting the Volume.................................................................. 1

Using the Audio Mixer............................................................ 1

Adjusting the Screen Brightness................................................ 1

Vehicle Profiles........................................................................... 1

Adding a Vehicle Profile......................................................... 2

Choosing a Vehicle Profile..................................................... 2

Installation...................................................................... 2

Mounting Your Device in an ATV or Side-by-Side...................... 2

Power Cable Overview.......................................................... 2

Mounting Considerations....................................................... 2

Mounting the Device on a Roll Bar........................................ 2

Mounting the Antenna............................................................ 2

Installing the Antenna on the Group Ride Mount................... 3

Installing the Fist Microphone and Mount.............................. 3

Removing Your Device from the Mount...................................... 4

Replacing the Trim Ring............................................................. 4

Off-Road Navigation Features....................................... 4

Routes........................................................................................ 4

Straight Line Routes................................................................... 4

Skipping the Next Stop on Your Route.................................. 4

Stopping the Route................................................................ 4

Tracks......................................................................................... 4

Recording Tracks................................................................... 4

Navigating a Track................................................................. 4

Viewing Your Collections on the Map.................................... 4

Pitch and Roll..............................................................................5

Calibrating Pitch and Roll.......................................................5

Adjusting Warning Angles...................................................... 5

Enabling or Disabling Warning Angle Alerts.......................... 5

Viewing the Altimeter, Barometer, and Compass....................... 5

Calibrating the Compass........................................................5

Group Ride................................................................................. 5

Starting a Group Ride............................................................ 5

Joining a Group Ride............................................................. 5

Rejoining a Recent Group Ride............................................. 5

Adding Riders to a Group Ride.............................................. 5

Broadcasting a Message....................................................... 5

Broadcasting a Location........................................................ 6

Viewing a Group Ride Notification......................................... 6

Exiting a Group Ride.............................................................. 6

Group Ride Settings...............................................................6

Radio.......................................................................................... 6

Selecting a Preset.................................................................. 6

Selecting a Radio Channel.................................................... 6

Adjusting the Squelch............................................................ 6

Adding a Custom Radio Preset..............................................6

Selecting a Roger Tone......................................................... 6

Turning the Radio Off.............................................................6

Enabling Push-to-Talk with a Headset................................... 6

Transmitting Your Voice.........................................................6

Adjusting the Radio Volume...................................................7

Radio Settings........................................................................7

inReach® Remote...................................................................... 7

Connecting an inReach Device............................................. 7

Sending an inReach Message............................................... 7

SOS....................................................................................... 7

Using the Map................................................................. 7

Map Tools

Viewing a Map Tool............................................................... 8

Up Ahead.................................................................................... 8

Viewing Upcoming Locations................................................. 8

Customizing the Up Ahead Categories.................................. 8

Cities Ahead............................................................................... 8

Viewing Upcoming Cities and Exit Services.......................... 8

Trip Information...........................................................................8

Viewing Trip Data from the Map............................................ 8

Viewing the Trip Information Page......................................... 8

Resetting Trip Information......................................................8

Viewing Upcoming Elevation Changes....................................... 8

Viewing Upcoming Traffic........................................................... 8

Viewing Traffic on the Map.................................................... 8

Searching for Traffic Incidents............................................... 8

Customizing the Map.................................................................. 9

Customizing the Map Layers................................................. 9

Enabling Adventure Roads and Trails Map Layers............... 9

Changing the Map Data Field................................................ 9

Changing the Map Buttons.................................................... 9

Changing the Map Perspective.............................................. 9

................................................................................... 7

Using the Apps............................................................... 9

Viewing the Owner's Manual on Your Device............................. 9

Music Player............................................................................... 9

Adding the Music Player Tool to the Map.............................. 9

Changing the Media Source.................................................. 9

BirdsEye Imagery....................................................................... 9

Downloading BirdsEye Imagery............................................. 9

Trip Planner................................................................................ 9

Planning a Trip..................................................................... 10

Editing and Reordering Locations in a Trip.......................... 10

Discovering Attractions Along Your Trip.............................. 10

Changing Routing Options for a Trip................................... 10

Changing Transportation Modes in a Trip........................... 10

Navigating to a Saved Trip...................................................10

Sharing a Route........................................................................ 10

TracBack®................................................................................ 10

Following Your Recent Track............................................... 10

Saving Your Recent Track as a Trip.................................... 10

Viewing the Weather Forecast..................................................10

Viewing Weather Near a Different City................................ 10

Viewing the Weather Radar................................................. 11

Viewing Weather Alerts........................................................11

Checking Road Conditions.................................................. 11

Creating a Round-Trip Route....................................................11

Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations.............................. 11

Garmin PowerSwitch™ App..................................................... 11

Activating a Power Switch....................................................11

Turning Off All Switches.......................................................11

Customizing a Button........................................................... 11

Assigning a Switch to a Control Input.................................. 11

Adding a Custom Layout......................................................12

Routines............................................................................... 12

Live Services, Traffic, and Smartphone Features..... 12

Bluetooth Feature Status Icons................................................ 13

Pairing Your Phone and Headset............................................. 13

Smart Notifications....................................................................13

Receiving Notifications.........................................................13

Viewing the List of Notifications........................................... 13

Hands-Free Calling................................................................... 14

Placing a Call....................................................................... 14

Placing a Call Using Voice Dial............................................14

Using In-Call Options........................................................... 14

Setting Up Bluetooth Features for Your Apple® Device........... 14

Disabling Bluetooth Features (iPhone®)............................. 14

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Setting Up Bluetooth Features for Your Smartphone with

Android™.................................................................................. 14

Disabling Bluetooth Features (Android)............................... 14

Enabling or Disabling Bluetooth Features for Your Headset.... 14

Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device............................................ 14

Deleting a Paired Phone........................................................... 14

Street Navigation.......................................................... 14

Starting a Route........................................................................ 14

Starting a Route by Using the Map...................................... 15

Your Route on the Map............................................................ 15

Active Lane Guidance.......................................................... 15

Viewing Turns and Directions.............................................. 15

Viewing the Entire Route on the Map.................................. 15

Changing Your Active Route.................................................... 15

Adding a Location to Your Route......................................... 15

Shaping Your Route.............................................................15

Avoiding Delays, Tolls, and Areas............................................ 16

Avoiding Traffic Delays on Your Route................................ 16

Avoiding Toll Roads............................................................. 16

Avoiding Toll Stickers...........................................................16

Avoiding Road Features...................................................... 16

Custom Avoidances............................................................. 16

Arriving at Your Destination................................................. 16

Changing the Route Calculation Mode..................................... 16

Taking a Route Using Garmin Adventurous Routing™............ 16

Taking a Detour........................................................................ 17

Going Home..............................................................................17

Editing Your Home Location................................................ 17

Parking Near Your Destination................................................. 17

Traffic........................................................................................ 17

Receiving Traffic Data Using Your Smartphone.................. 17

Viewing Traffic on the Map.................................................. 17

Finding and Saving Locations.................................... 17

Finding a Location Using the Search Bar................................. 17

Points of Interest....................................................................... 18

Finding a Location by Category................................................ 18

Navigating to Points of Interest Within a Venue.................. 18

Viewing Your Garmin Explore Points of Interest...................... 18

Synchronizing Garmin Explore Account Data...................... 18

Location Search Results........................................................... 18

Location Search Results on the Map................................... 18

Changing the Search Area....................................................... 18

Finding Parking Near Your Current Location............................ 19

Finding Parking Near a Specified Location.............................. 19

Search Tools.............................................................................19

Finding an Address.............................................................. 19

Finding an Intersection.........................................................19

Finding a Location Using Coordinates................................. 19

Finding Fuel Stations and Prices......................................... 19

Finding HISTORY Points of Interest......................................... 19

Finding National Parks..............................................................19

Finding Ultimate Campgrounds Points of Interest.................... 19

Finding iOverlander™ Points of Interest................................... 19

Finding Powersport Points of Interest....................................... 19

Tripadvisor................................................................................ 19

Finding Tripadvisor Points of Interest.................................. 20

Viewing Recently Found Locations.......................................... 20

Clearing the List of Recently Found Locations.................... 20

Viewing Current Location Information...................................... 20

Finding Emergency Services and Fuel................................ 20

Getting Directions to Your Current Location........................ 20

Adding a Shortcut..................................................................... 20

Removing a Shortcut........................................................... 20

Saving Locations...................................................................... 20

Saving a Location................................................................ 20

Saving Your Current Location.............................................. 20

Editing a Saved Location

Assigning Categories to a Saved Location.......................... 20

Deleting a Saved Location................................................... 20

..................................................... 20

Rider Awareness Features and Alerts........................ 20

Enabling or Disabling Rider Alerts............................................ 21

Red Light and Speed Cameras................................................ 21

Fuel Tracking............................................................................ 21

Enabling Fuel Tracking........................................................ 21

Setting a Low Fuel Warning................................................. 21

Resetting the Fuel Tank Mileage......................................... 21

Viewing Helmet Law Notifications.............................................21

Searching for Helmet Laws.......................................................21

Settings......................................................................... 21

Map and Vehicle Settings......................................................... 21

Enabling Maps..................................................................... 22

Navigation Settings................................................................... 22

Calculation Mode Settings................................................... 22

Setting a Simulated Location............................................... 22

Bluetooth Settings.....................................................................22

Wi‑Fi Settings........................................................................... 22

Driver Assistance Settings........................................................ 22

Display Settings........................................................................ 22

Traffic Settings.......................................................................... 22

Units and Time Settings............................................................22

Setting the Time................................................................... 22

Language and Keyboard Settings............................................ 23

Device and Privacy Settings..................................................... 23

Restoring Settings.................................................................... 23

Device Information....................................................... 23

Viewing E-label Regulatory and Compliance Information........ 23

Tread Specifications................................................................. 23

Group Ride Specifications........................................................ 23

Charging the Device................................................................. 23

Device Maintenance..................................................... 23

Garmin Support Center.............................................................23

Map and Software Updates...................................................... 23

Connecting to a Wi‑Fi Network............................................ 23

Updating Maps and Software Using a Wi‑Fi Network.......... 24

Product Updates.................................................................. 24

Device Care.............................................................................. 24

Cleaning the Outer Casing...................................................24

Cleaning the Touchscreen................................................... 25

Avoiding Theft...................................................................... 25

Restarting the Device............................................................... 25

Removing the Device from the Mount...................................... 25

Troubleshooting........................................................... 25

My device is not acquiring satellite signals............................... 25

My battery does not stay charged for very long........................ 25

My device does not connect to my phone................................ 25

My device does not appear as a removable drive on my

computer................................................................................... 25

My device does not appear as a portable device on my

computer................................................................................... 25

My device does not appear as either a portable device or a

removable drive or volume on my computer.............................25

Appendix....................................................................... 25

Garmin PowerSwitch................................................................ 25

Mounting Considerations..................................................... 25

Mounting the Device............................................................ 25

Opening the Front Cover..................................................... 26

Connecting Accessories...................................................... 26

Connecting a Control Input.................................................. 26

Connecting the Device to Vehicle Power............................. 26

Pairing with a Garmin Navigation Device.............................27

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Garmin PowerSwitch Specifications.................................... 27

My Garmin PowerSwitch will not stay connected................ 27

Wireless Cameras.................................................................... 27

Pairing the Camera with a Garmin Navigation Device......... 27

Viewing the Wireless Camera.............................................. 27

Installing a Memory Card for Maps and Data........................... 28

Data Management.................................................................... 28

About Memory Cards........................................................... 28

Connecting the Device to Your Computer........................... 28

Transferring GPX Files From Your Computer......................28

Transferring Data From Your Computer.............................. 28

Disconnecting the USB Cable..............................................28

Adding BaseCamp™ Data to Garmin Explore..................... 29

Viewing GPS Signal Status...................................................... 29

Purchasing Additional Maps..................................................... 29

Index.............................................................................. 30

Table of Contents iii

Getting Started

WARNING

See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.

Connect to a Wi‑Fi® network (Connecting to a Wi‑Fi Network,

page 23)(optional).

Pair your Bluetooth® phone and headset (Pairing Your Phone

and Headset, page 13) (optional).

Update the maps and software on your device (Product

Updates, page 24).

Acquire GPS signals (Acquiring GPS Signals, page 1).

Mount the device and connect it to power (Installation,

page 2).

Adjust the screen brightness (Adjusting the Screen

Brightness, page 1).

Navigate to your destination (Starting a Route, page 14).

Device Overview

If necessary, go to an open area, away from tall buildings and

trees.

in the status bar indicates the satellite signal strength. When

at least half the bars are filled, the device is ready for navigation.

Status Bar Icons

The status bar is located at the top of the main menu. The status bar icons display information about features on the device. You can select some icons to change settings or view additional information.

GPS signal status. Hold to view GPS accuracy and acquired satellite information (Viewing GPS Signal Status, page 29).

Bluetooth technology status. Select to view the Bluetooth settings (Bluetooth Settings, page 22).

Wi-fi signal strength. Select to change the wi-fi settings (Wi‑Fi

Settings, page 22).

Connected to hands-free calling. Select to place a phone call (Hands-Free Calling, page 14).

Active vehicle profile. Select to view the vehicle profile settings.

Current time. Select to set the time (Setting the Time, page 22).

Battery charge level.

Tread app connection status (Pairing Your Phone and Headset,

page 13).

Temperature. Select to view the weather forecast (Viewing the

Weather Forecast, page 10).

Fuel status. Select to view fuel tracking information (Fuel

Tracking, page 21).

Power button

microSD® memory card slot

USB power and data port

Turning the Device On or Off

• To turn the device on, press the power button, or connect the

device to power.

• To put the device in power saving mode, press the power

button while the device is on.

While in power saving mode, the screen is off and the device

uses very little power, but it can wake instantly for use.

TIP: You can charge your device faster by putting it in power

saving mode while charging the battery.

• To turn off the device completely, hold the power button until

a prompt appears on the screen, and select Off.

The prompt appears after five seconds. If you release the

power button before the prompt appears, the device enters

power saving mode.

Acquiring GPS Signals

When you turn on your navigation device, the GPS receiver must collect satellite data and establish the current location. The time required to acquire satellite signals varies based on several factors, including how far you are from the location where you last used your navigation device, whether you have a clear view of the sky, and how long it has been since you last used your navigation device. The first time you turn on your navigation device, it may take several minutes to acquire satellite signals.

Turn on the device.

Wait while the device locates satellites.

Using the On-Screen Buttons

On-screen buttons allow you to navigate the pages, menus, and menu options on your device.

• Select to return to the previous menu screen.

• Hold to quickly return to the main menu.

• Select or to scroll through lists or menus.

• Hold or to scroll faster.

• Select to see a context-based menu of options for the current screen.

Adjusting the Volume

Select .

Select an option:

• Use the slider bar to adjust the volume.

• Select to mute the device.

• Select a check box to enable or disable additional sound

options.

Using the Audio Mixer

You can use the audio mixer to set the volume levels for different audio types, such as navigation prompts or phone calls. The level for each audio type is a percentage of the master volume.

Select .

Select Mixer.

Use the sliders to adjust the volume for each audio type.

Adjusting the Screen Brightness

Select > Display > Brightness.

Use the slider bar to adjust the brightness.

Vehicle Profiles

WARNING

Vehicle profile selections are not used to calculate route suggestions.

Getting Started 1

Your vehicle profile is only used to display which trails your vehicle can use, based on the US Forest Service Motor Vehicle Use Maps. Limitation may exist in that map data such that your device cannot account for trail conditions in all cases. Always defer to all posted trail signs and conditions when making driving decisions.

Vehicle profiles allow you to choose different settings based on each vehicle you use with the device. The current vehicle profile is indicated by an icon in the status bar.

Motorcycle mode

ATV mode

Side-by-side mode

Full size mode

Snowmobile mode

• The electrical contacts must be free from paint.

Mounting the Device on a Roll Bar

Using a flat head screwdriver or 9/32 in. (7 mm) nut driver,

loosen the bolt on the roll bar mount until the ring separates.

Adding a Vehicle Profile

You can add a vehicle profile for each vehicle to be used with your device.

Select the vehicle profile icon from the status bar, and select

Select an option:

• To add a motorcycle, select Motorcycle.

• To add an ATV, select ATV.

• To add a side-by-side, select Side-by-Side.

• To add a full size vehicle, select Full Size.

• To add a snowmobile, select Snowmobile. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the vehicle

characteristics.

Choosing a Vehicle Profile

Select the vehicle profile icon on the status bar.

Installation

Mounting Your Device in an ATV or Side-bySide

Power Cable Overview

WARNING

Garmin® strongly recommends having an experienced installer with the proper knowledge of electrical systems install the device. Incorrectly wiring the power cable can result in damage to the vehicle or the battery and can cause bodily injury.

See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.

Mount connector

10 to 30 Vdc system power (red)

System ground (black)

Place the mount around the roll bar.

Tighten the bolt on the mount until the ring is secure.

Insert the ball on the Group Ride mount into the double-

socket arm .

Tighten the knob slightly.

If necessary, rotate the Group Ride mount so the Garmin

logo faces up, and adjust the mount for better viewing and operation.

Tighten the knob to secure the mount.

Press the device into the Group Ride mount until it snaps into

place. Connect the Group Ride power cable to the connector on

the vehicle wiring harness. Tighten the collar around the connected power cables.

Route the power cable along a suitable path in your vehicle,

and secure it using the included zip ties.

Mounting the Antenna

NOTE: The mounted antenna must be at least 4 cm (1.57 in.)

away from the nearest roll bar or metal surface to avoid radio interference.

You can use the external antenna mount to mount your antenna in a more suitable location for your vehicle, such as a roll bar at the rear of your vehicle, to receive better radio reception. For the best results, use this method for vehicles that have a roll cage.

Screw down and tighten the antenna cable onto the Group

Ride mount .

Mounting Considerations

• The device must be mounted close to the bus bar or battery and within the range of the supplied power cable.

• The mounting location must allow for the routing and connection of all cables.

• Excess wire should be bundled and secured using the included zip ties.

2 Installation

Find a suitable location for the antenna.

Using a flat head screwdriver or 5/16 in. (8 mm) nut driver,

loosen the bolt on the external antenna mount until the ring separates.

Place the mount around the roll bar.

Tighten the bolt on the mount until the ring is secure.

Screw down and tighten the antenna onto the external

antenna mount plate. Route the antenna cable along a suitable path in your

vehicle, and secure it using the included zip ties.

Installing the Antenna on the Group Ride Mount

NOTE: The mounted antenna must be at least 4 cm (1.57 in.)

away from the nearest roll bar or metal surface to avoid radio interference.

For the best range performance, use the external antenna mount. You can mount the antenna directly onto the Group Ride mount when it is not possible to use the external antenna mount (Mounting the Antenna, page 2).

Screw down and tighten the antenna onto the Group Ride mount.

Installing the Fist Microphone and Mount

Before you can attach the fist microphone mount to your dashboard, you must select a suitable location on the dashboard.

WARNING

It is your responsibility to ensure the mounting location complies with all applicable laws and ordinances, and does not block your view of the road during the safe operation of your vehicle.

NOTICE

Avoid wires, gauges, air bags, air bag covers, HVAC, and other items when drilling pilot holes and attaching the mount to the vehicle. Garmin is not responsible for any damages or consequences arising from the installation.

NOTE: This feature is not available on all product models.

Align and insert the connector on the fist microphone onto the

Group Ride mount.

Tighten the collar around the connected cable.

Place the mount on the selected location.

Using the mount as a template, mark the three screw

locations. Drill pilot holes (optional).

Installation 3

For some types of mounting material, drilling pilot holes is necessary.

Securely fasten the mount to the surface using the supplied

screws . Slide the fist microphone onto the mount.

Removing Your Device from the Mount

Press the release button on the top of the mount.

Lift out the device.

Replacing the Trim Ring

You can replace the trim ring on your device with one of the included, colored trim rings.

Remove the device from the mount.

Pull back on the existing trim ring to remove it from the

device.

• You can add multiple destinations to a route (Adding a

Location to Your Route, page 15).

Straight Line Routes

For off-road use, the device guides you to your destination using a straight line route. You can set multiple waypoints to navigate a route through areas without roads.

Distance to the destination.

Route highlighted on the map.

Vehicle speed.

Map tools. Provides tools to show you more information about your route and surroundings.

Map layers. Allows you to change the map orientation and add topographic and BirdsEye imagery to your map view.

Map perspective. Allows you to change the map perspective between track up, 2-D, and 3-D.

Skipping the Next Stop on Your Route

You can skip an upcoming location you previously added to your route.

From the map, select > Yes.

Stopping the Route

From the map, select > Stop.

Place the new trim ring on the device and snap it into place.

Off-Road Navigation Features

Routes

A route is a path from your current location to one or more destinations.

• For off-road use, you can set the device to calculate point-topoint routes in a straight line (Straight Line Routes,

page 4).

• The device calculates a recommended route to your destination based on the preferences you set, including the route calculation mode (Changing the Route Calculation

Mode, page 16) and avoidances (Avoiding Delays, Tolls, and Areas, page 16).

• You can start navigating to your destination quickly using the recommended route, or you can select an alternate route (Starting a Route, page 14).

• If there are specific roads you need to use or avoid, you can customize the route (Shaping Your Route, page 15).

Tracks

A track is a recording of your path. The track log contains information about the recorded path, including time, location, and elevation information.

Recording Tracks

Tracking records your path. When you start tracking, your device logs your location and updates the track line. If your device is paired with a Garmin Explore™ account, your device periodically synchronizes recorded tracks with the app.

From the main screen, select Track.

Select Start.

Navigating a Track

You can navigate a saved track using the Garmin Explore app on your device.

Select Explore > Tracks.

Select a track.

Select Go!.

Viewing Your Collections on the Map

You can view your Garmin Explore collections directly on the map. You must enable the collections map layer to use this feature.

NOTE: If you do not assign a collection category to your Garmin Explore data, it appears as an unorganized collection.

Select View Map > > Collections.

4 Off-Road Navigation Features

Select one or more collection categories from the list.

Select Save.

Your collections appear as icons on the map.

Pitch and Roll

WARNING

The Pitch and Roll application is intended to show vehicle angles based on calibrated measurements only. You are responsible for calibrating the device. Changes to the position of the device after calibration may affect the accuracy of its measurements. Measured values are suggestions only based on your input into the device. Take readings often and carefully, and allow the readings to stabilize after significant changes in environmental conditions. Always allow a margin of safety for changing conditions and reading errors. Failure to account for your vehicle and your environment could cause an incident resulting in death or serious injury.

The device alerts you if your vehicle pitches or rolls at an angle that could affect the vehicle's stability.

Calibrating Pitch and Roll

You can set the angle of your vehicle to zero at any time.

Park your vehicle on a flat, level surface.

Adjust the position of your device in the mount so you can

comfortably view the screen. Select Pitch and Roll > Calibrate.

The values for pitch and roll reset to 0 degrees.

WARNING

To maintain the best accuracy, you must calibrate pitch and roll each time you reposition your device.

Adjusting Warning Angles

You can adjust the angles at which the device activates a pitch or roll alert. You are responsible for knowing and setting the correct pitch and roll angle for your vehicle.

Select Pitch and Roll > > Warning Angles.

Swipe up or down to adjust the pitch or roll warning angles.

Select OK.

Enabling or Disabling Warning Angle Alerts

Select Pitch and Roll > .

Select an option:

• To enable or disable pitch and roll notifications, select

Pitch and Roll Notifications.

• To enable or disable audible alerts, select Audible Alerts.

Viewing the Altimeter, Barometer, and Compass

The device contains internal altimeter, barometer, and compass sensors with automatic calibration.

From the main menu, select ABC.

Calibrating the Compass

NOTICE

Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors. To improve heading accuracy, do not stand near metal objects or objects that influence magnetic fields, such as vehicles, electronic devices, buildings, or overhead power lines.

When your device is connected to the mount, it uses GPS data to determine your compass heading. When you remove the device from the mount, it uses a built-in compass to show your heading.

Each time you disconnect your device from the mount, the device prompts you to calibrate the compass.

If you experience irregular compass behavior, for example, after moving long distances or after extreme temperature changes, you can manually calibrate the compass to improve accuracy.

Disconnect the device from the mount and move away from

objects that influence magnetic fields. Select ABC > > Calibrate Compass.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Group Ride

The Group Ride app allows you to coordinate rides and communicate with nearby riders using preset text messages, live map locations, and voice communications.

Starting a Group Ride

You can create a group ride that allows you to choose the group radio channel, view and remove riders who join your group ride, and set the group ride name.

From the main menu, select Group Ride > Start a Group

Ride. Enter your rider name, and select Done.

If necessary, select the radio channel, and select Next.

Enter the ride name, and select Done.

As riders join your group ride, their names appear on the list. Select Start.

The group ride begins after all riders sync with the group ride.

Joining a Group Ride

You can join a nearby group ride that was created by another rider.

NOTE: For some product models, the Group Ride app is located in the apps menu.

From the main menu, select Group Ride > Nearby Group

Rides. Select a nearby group ride, and select Join.

Rejoining a Recent Group Ride

You can rejoin any of your ten most-recent group rides.

From the main menu, select Group Ride > Recent Group

Rides. Select a recent group ride, and select Join.

Adding Riders to a Group Ride

You can add riders to a group ride that is already in progress.

From the main menu, select Group Ride.

If necessary, select .

Select Add.

As new riders join the group ride, they appear on the list. Select Continue.

Broadcasting a Message

WARNING

Do not read, send, or reply to any messages while driving. If you do so, you could become distracted by the display, which could lead to an accident causing personal injury or death.

You can broadcast a preset message to the members in your active group ride that are in range of the VHF radio.

From the main menu, select Group Ride.

If necessary, select .

Select Broadcast to Group.

Select a preset message, and select Send.

Off-Road Navigation Features 5

Broadcasting a Location

WARNING

While driving, do not interact with the display to broadcast your location. If you do so, you could become distracted by the display, which could lead to an accident causing serious personal injury or death.

You can broadcast a location to the members in your active group ride that are in range of the VHF radio.

From the main menu, select Group Ride.

If necessary, select .

Select Broadcast to Group > Broadcast a Location, and

select a location. Select Share.

Viewing a Group Ride Notification

WARNING

Do not read or reply to any notifications while driving. If you do so, you could become distracted by the display, which could lead to an accident causing serious personal injury or death.

From most pages, a notification appears when the device receives a broadcasted group ride location or message. You can also view group ride notifications in the Group Ride app.

NOTE: When you are viewing the map, new notifications appear in a map tool at the edge of the screen..

From the main menu, select Group Ride > , and select a

notification. Select Go! to navigate to a shared location.

Exiting a Group Ride

From the main menu, select Group Ride.

If necessary, select .

Select Exit > Yes.

Group Ride Settings

From the main menu, select Group Ride > . Edit Rider Name: Allows you to set your name that displays

during a group ride. This setting is not available during an active group ride.

Rider Map Labels: Sets the label to be displayed on each

active rider on the map.

Show Tracks on Map: Shows the track that each group ride

member takes on the map.

Auto Zoom to Group: Enables the map to automatically zoom

to the active group ride.

Reset Default Settings: Allows you to reset all group ride

settings to default values. This setting is not available during an active group ride.

Radio

NOTE: This feature is not available on all product models.

You can use the radio app to create radio presets, select a radio channel, and select squelch codes. To use this feature, you must connect the device and the antenna to the Group Ride mount. The Tread device configures radio settings automatically when you join or create a group ride.

Selecting a Preset

NOTE: For some product models, the Radio app is located in

the apps menu.

From the main menu, select Radio.

Select an option:

• To move through available presets, select or .

• To select a preset from the menu, select Preset.

Selecting a Radio Channel

From the main menu, select Radio.

Select an option:

• To move to a different channel, select or .

• To select a MURS channel from the menu, select

Channel.

Adjusting the Squelch

You can adjust the squelch and change between CTCSS, DCS, and Open squelch modes to improve audio quality and avoid radio interference in your area.

From the main menu, select Radio.

Select an option:

• To choose a squelch code within the current mode, select or .

• To adjust the squelch mode, select Open.

Adding a Custom Radio Preset

Select Radio > Preset > .

Select or to select a channel and squelch code.

Select Save.

Selecting a Roger Tone

You can select the tone other devices play when you operate your radio.

Select Radio > > Roger Tone.

Select a roger tone.

The device plays the selected tone. Select Save.

Turning the Radio Off

Select Radio > > Yes.

Enabling Push-to-Talk with a Headset

You can enable push-to-talk controls for use with a compatible Bluetooth headset. This allows you to transmit your voice using the voice dial feature on your headset.

Select Radio > > Push to Talk with Headset.

If necessary, follow the on-screen instructions to pair your

headset with the device. Select Push to Talk with Headset.

Select .

Transmitting Your Voice

Before you can transmit your voice, you must pair your Tread device with a compatible Bluetooth headset or connect the fist microphone.

You can transmit your voice over the radio using the connected fist microphone or a compatible Bluetooth headset.

NOTE: For some product models, the Radio app is located in the apps menu.

Select an option:

• Hold the push-to-talk button on the side of the connected

fist microphone (Installing the Fist Microphone and Mount,

page 3).

• From the main menu, select Radio > Push to Talk .

• Use the voice dial feature on your connected Bluetooth

headset (Enabling Push-to-Talk with a Headset, page 6). TIP: You can press the pause or stop button to manually

close the radio. NOTE: You must enable the Push to Talk with Headset

setting to use this feature (Radio Settings, page 7).

6 Off-Road Navigation Features

+ 26 hidden pages

Garmin TREAD Owner's Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Device Overview

Status Bar Icons

Turning the Device On or Off

Acquiring GPS Signals

Using the On-Screen Buttons

Adjusting the Volume

Using the Audio Mixer

Adjusting the Screen Brightness

Vehicle Profiles

Mounting the Device on a Roll Bar

Adding a Vehicle Profile

Choosing a Vehicle Profile

Installation

Power Cable Overview

Mounting the Antenna

Mounting Considerations

Installing the Antenna on the Group Ride Mount

Installing the Fist Microphone and Mount

Removing Your Device from the Mount

Replacing the Trim Ring

Straight Line Routes

Skipping the Next Stop on Your Route

Stopping the Route

Off-Road Navigation Features

Routes

Tracks

Recording Tracks

Navigating a Track

Viewing Your Collections on the Map

Pitch and Roll

Calibrating Pitch and Roll

Adjusting Warning Angles

Enabling or Disabling Warning Angle Alerts

Viewing the Altimeter, Barometer, and Compass

Calibrating the Compass

Group Ride

Starting a Group Ride

Joining a Group Ride

Rejoining a Recent Group Ride

Adding Riders to a Group Ride

Broadcasting a Message

Broadcasting a Location

Viewing a Group Ride Notification

Exiting a Group Ride

Group Ride Settings

Radio

Selecting a Preset

Selecting a Radio Channel

Adjusting the Squelch

Adding a Custom Radio Preset

Selecting a Roger Tone

Turning the Radio Off

Enabling Push-to-Talk with a Headset

Transmitting Your Voice