Garmin TREAD User manual

TREAD®
Owner’s Manual

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Table of Contents
Getting Started................................. 1
Acquiring GPS Signals............................ 1
Status Bar Icons...................................... 1
Using the Touchscreen........................... 1
Steering Wheel Controls......................... 2
Using the On-Screen Buttons................. 2
Adjusting the Screen Brightness............ 2
Vehicle Profiles....................................... 2
Editing a Vehicle Profile...................... 2
Off-Road Navigation Features.......... 3
Routes...................................................... 3
Adventure Roads and Trails................... 3
Straight Line Routes................................ 4
Skipping the Next Stop on Your
Route.................................................... 4
Stopping the Route.............................. 4
Tracks...................................................... 4
Recording Tracks................................ 5
Navigating a Track.............................. 5
Viewing Your Collections on the
Map...................................................... 5
Pitch and Roll...........................................5
Calibrating Pitch and Roll....................5
Adjusting Warning Angles...................6
Enabling or Disabling Warning Angle
Alerts.................................................... 6
Viewing the Altimeter, Barometer, and
Compass.................................................. 6
Group Ride............................................... 6
Starting a Group Ride.......................... 6
Joining a Group Ride........................... 6
Rejoining a Recent Group Ride........... 7
Adding Riders to a Group Ride............7
Broadcasting a Message.................... 7
Broadcasting a Location..................... 7
Viewing a Group Ride Notification..... 7
Exiting a Group Ride............................ 8
Group Ride Settings.............................8
Radio........................................................ 8
Selecting a Preset................................8
Selecting a Radio Channel.................. 8
Adjusting the Squelch......................... 8
Adding a Custom Radio Preset.......... 8
Selecting a Roger Tone....................... 9
Turning the Radio Off.......................... 9
Enabling Push-to-Talk with a
Headset................................................ 9
Transmitting Your Voice..................... 9
Adjusting the Radio Volume............... 9
Radio Settings......................................9
inReach® Remote................................... 9
Connecting an inReach Device......... 10
Sending a Text Message.................. 10
SOS..................................................... 10
Initiating an SOS Rescue............... 10
Canceling an SOS Rescue............. 11
Using the Map................................ 11
Map Tools.............................................. 11
Viewing a Map Tool...........................12
Up Ahead............................................... 12
Viewing Upcoming Locations........... 12
Customizing the Up Ahead
Categories..........................................12
Cities Ahead.......................................... 12
Viewing Upcoming Cities and Exit
Services..............................................12
Trip Information.................................... 13
Viewing Trip Data from the Map...... 13
Customizing the Trip Data
Fields.............................................. 13
Resetting Trip Information................13
Viewing Upcoming Elevation
Changes................................................. 13
Customizing the Map............................ 13
Customizing the Map Layers............ 13
Viewing the Public Lands Map
Key.................................................. 13
Enabling Adventure Roads and Trails
Map Layers........................................ 13
Changing the Map Data Field........... 13
Changing the Map Buttons............... 14
Changing the Map Perspective........ 14
Dog Tracking.................................. 14
Receiving Data From Your Handheld
Device.................................................... 14
Tracking Your Dogs.............................. 14
Dog Status Icons............................... 15
Viewing Your Dogs on the Map............ 15
Using the Apps............................... 15
Table of Contents i

Viewing the Owner's Manual on
YourDevice............................................15
Vehicle Information...............................15
Switching Vehicle Information
Pages................................................. 15
Changing the Vehicle Information Data
Fields.................................................. 16
Music Player.......................................... 16
Adding the Music Player Tool to the
Map.................................................... 16
BirdsEye Imagery.................................. 17
Downloading BirdsEye Imagery........17
Route Planner........................................ 17
Planning a Route............................... 17
Editing and Reordering Locations in a
Route.................................................. 18
Changing Routing Options for a
Route.................................................. 18
Navigating to a Saved Route............ 18
Editing and Saving Your Active
Route.................................................. 18
TracBack®............................................. 18
Following Your Recent Track............18
Saving Your Recent Track as a
Route.................................................. 19
Creating a Round-Trip Route................ 19
Garmin PowerSwitch™ App.................. 20
Activating a Power Switch................ 20
Turning Off All Switches................... 20
Customizing a Button....................... 21
Assigning a Switch to a Control
Input................................................... 21
Adding a Custom Layout.................. 21
Adding a Button to a Custom
Layout.............................................22
Arranging Buttons In a Custom
Layout.............................................22
Deleting a Custom Layout or
Button............................................. 22
Routines............................................. 22
Adding a Routine........................... 23
Editing a Routine............................23
Deleting a Routine......................... 23
Tread Audio App................................... 24
LED Controls...................................... 24
Enabling LED Groups..................... 25
Changing the Media Source..........25
LED Light Settings......................... 25
Audio Zone Settings.......................... 25
Live Services, Traffic, and
Smartphone Features..................... 26
Bluetooth Feature Status Icons............26
Pairing with Your Smartphone............. 26
Tips After Pairing the Devices.......... 26
Pairing Additional Bluetooth
Devices...............................................27
Smart Notifications............................... 27
Receiving Notifications..................... 27
Receiving Notifications while
Viewing the Map............................ 27
Viewing the List of Notifications...... 28
Hands-Free Calling................................ 28
Placing a Call..................................... 28
Using In-Call Options......................... 28
Saving a Phone Number as a
Preset................................................. 28
Enabling or Disabling Bluetooth
Features................................................. 29
Showing or Hiding App Notifications
(Android™)..........................................29
Showing or Hiding Notification
Categories for Your Apple®
Device.................................................29
Enabling or Disabling Bluetooth Features
for Your Headset................................... 29
Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device....... 29
Deleting a Paired Phone....................... 29
Street Navigation............................30
Starting a Route.....................................30
Starting a Route by Using the Map...30
Your Route on the Map......................... 31
Active Lane Guidance....................... 32
Viewing Turns and Directions...........32
Viewing the Entire Route on the
Map.................................................... 32
Changing Your Active Route.................33
Adding a Location to Your Route..... 33
Shaping Your Route...........................33
Avoiding Delays, Tolls, and Areas........ 33
Avoiding Road Features.................... 33
Custom Avoidances.......................... 33
Avoiding a Road............................. 33
Avoiding an Area........................... 34
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Disabling a Custom Avoidance.....34
Deleting Custom Avoidances....... 34
Arriving at Your Destination.............. 34
Changing the Route Calculation
Mode...................................................... 34
Taking a Route Using Garmin
Adventurous Routing™.......................... 34
Taking a Detour..................................... 35
Going Home...........................................35
Editing Your Home Location.............35
Finding and Saving Locations......... 35
Finding a Location Using the Search
Bar.......................................................... 36
Location Search Results....................... 36
Changing the Search Area.................... 37
Finding a Location by Category............37
Navigating to Points of Interest Within
a Venue.............................................. 37
Points of Interest...................................37
Viewing Your Garmin Explore
Waypoints.......................................... 37
Synchronizing Garmin Explore
Account Data................................. 37
Finding National Parks...................... 38
Finding Ultimate Campgrounds Points
of Interest...........................................38
Finding iOverlander™ Points
of Interest...........................................38
Finding Adventure Points..................39
Tripadvisor......................................... 39
Finding Tripadvisor Points of
Interest........................................... 39
Finding Parking Near Your Current
Location................................................. 39
Finding Parking Near a Specified
Location................................................. 39
Search Tools..........................................39
Finding an Address........................... 40
Finding a Location Using
Coordinates....................................... 40
Finding Fuel Stations and Prices...... 40
Viewing Recently Found Locations...... 40
Clearing the List of Recently Found
Locations........................................... 40
Viewing Current Location
Information............................................ 40
Finding Emergency Services and
Fuel..................................................... 40
Getting Directions to Your Current
Location............................................. 41
Adding a Shortcut................................. 41
Removing a Shortcut......................... 41
Saving Locations................................... 41
Saving a Location.............................. 41
Saving a Waypoint on the Map......... 41
Saving Your Current Location........... 41
Editing a Saved Location.................. 42
Assigning Categories to a Saved
Location............................................. 42
Deleting a Saved Location................ 42
Driver Awareness Features and
Alerts............................................. 43
Enabling or Disabling Driver Alerts.......43
Settings..........................................43
Navigation Settings............................... 43
Map Display Settings............................ 44
Enabling Maps................................... 44
Connecting to a Wireless Network.......44
Enabling Bluetooth Wireless
Technology............................................ 44
Driver Assistance Settings................... 44
Traffic Settings...................................... 44
Display Settings.....................................45
Adjusting the Volume........................... 45
Setting the Text Language....................45
Date and Time Settings........................ 45
Device Settings......................................45
Enabling or Disabling Location
Services................................................. 45
Device Information......................... 45
Viewing E-label Regulatory and
Compliance Information....................... 45
Tread Specifications............................. 46
Device Maintenance....................... 46
Garmin Support Center......................... 46
Map and Software Updates.................. 46
Updating Maps and Software Using a
Wi‑Fi Network.................................... 47
Device Care............................................47
Table of Contents iii

Cleaning the Touchscreen................ 47
Restarting the Device............................ 47
Troubleshooting............................. 48
My device is not acquiring satellite
signals....................................................48
My device does not connect to my
phone..................................................... 48
Appendix........................................ 48
Garmin PowerSwitch............................ 48
Mounting Considerations................. 48
Mounting the Device......................... 49
Opening the Front Cover................... 50
Connecting Accessories................... 51
Connecting a Control Input............... 51
Connecting the Device to Vehicle
Power................................................. 52
Pairing with a Garmin Navigation
Device.................................................52
Garmin PowerSwitch
Specifications.................................... 53
Garmin PowerSwitch
Troubleshooting................................ 53
My Garmin PowerSwitch will not
stay connected.............................. 53
My accessories are not receiving
power..............................................53
Tread Audio........................................... 53
Tools and Materials Needed............ 54
Tread Audio Box Mounting
Considerations.................................. 54
Mounting the Tread Audio Box Black
Box Device..................................... 54
Connections................................... 54
Port Identification...................... 55
Speaker and LED Wiring Harness
Wire and Connector
Identification.............................. 56
RCA Wiring Harness Wire and
Connector Identification............57
Connecting the Device to Vehicle
Power..........................................58
Using the Heat-Shrink Crimp
Connectors................................. 59
Complete System Wiring........... 59
Speaker Zones........................... 60
Single-Zone System Wiring
Example...................................... 60
Wireless Remote Mounting
Considerations.................................. 61
Mounting the Wireless Remote.... 61
Mounting the Speakers and
Brackets............................................. 62
Wiring............................................. 63
Wire Gauge Guide...................... 63
Additional Speakers...................63
Wireless Remote Overview............... 64
Connecting the Wireless Remote to
your Tread Audio Box.................... 64
Pairing with a Garmin Navigation
Device.................................................65
Tread Audio Box Specifications....... 65
Tread 6.5" XS-LED Tower Speakers
Specifications.................................... 66
Dimensions.................................... 66
Bracket Specifications...................... 67
Bracket Side Dimensions.............. 67
Bracket Top Dimensions............... 67
Data Management................................ 67
About Memory Cards........................ 68
Installing a Memory Card for Maps
and Data............................................. 68
Formatting the Memory Card........... 68
Connecting the Device to Your
Computer........................................... 68
Transferring GPX Files From Your
Computer........................................... 68
Transferring Data From Your
Computer........................................... 69
Disconnecting the USB Cable........... 69
Adding BaseCamp™ Data to
Garmin Explore.................................. 69
Exporting Data from BaseCamp with
a PC................................................ 69
Exporting Data from BaseCamp with
an Apple Computer........................69
Importing Data to Garmin
Explore........................................... 70
Purchasing Additional Maps................ 70
iv Table of Contents

Getting Started
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other
important information.
• Update the maps and software on your device (Updating Maps and Software Using a Wi‑Fi Network,
page47).
• Adjust the volume (Adjusting the Volume, page45) and display brightness (Adjusting the Screen Brightness,
page2).
• Set up a vehicle profile.
• Navigate to your destination (Starting a Route, page30).
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.
1Turn on the device.
2Verify appears in the status bar, and enable location services if it does not (Enabling or Disabling Location
Services, page45).
3If necessary, go to an open area with a clear view of the sky, away from tall buildings and trees.
appears at the top of the navigation map until the device determines your location.
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.
Location services status. Indicates your location has been established.
Bluetooth® technology status.
Wi‑Fi® signal strength.
Active vehicle profile.
Current time.
Battery charge level.
Tread app connection status (Pairing with Your Smartphone, page26).
Using the Touchscreen
• Tap the screen to select an item.
• Drag or swipe your finger across the screen to pan or scroll.
• Pinch two fingers together to zoom out.
• Spread two fingers apart to zoom in.
Getting Started 1

Steering Wheel Controls
In some vehicles, you can control menus on your navigation system using the steering wheel controls. See your
vehicle owner's manual for more information about vehicle controls.
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.
• Select 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.
• Select to see the vehicle information page.
Adjusting the Screen Brightness
You can adjust the brightness manually, using either the notification panel or the settings menu.
1Select an option:
• Swipe down twice from the top of the screen to expand the quick settings in the notification panel.
• Select > Device > Display > Brightness level.
2Use the slider bar to adjust the brightness.
Vehicle Profiles
WARNING
Entering your vehicle profile characteristics does not guarantee that your vehicle’s characteristics will be
accounted for in all route suggestions. Limitations may exist in map data for some route suggestions. Always
defer to all posted road signs and conditions during vehicle operation. Failure to do so could lead to an accident
involving personal injury or death.
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.
Side-by-side profile
Editing a Vehicle Profile
You can change basic vehicle profile information or add detailed information to a vehicle profile, such as
maximum speed.
1Select Apps > Navigation > Vehicle Profile.
2Select the vehicle profile to edit.
3Select an option:
• To edit the vehicle profile information, select , and select a field to edit.
• To rename the vehicle profile, select > > Rename Profile.
• To delete the vehicle profile, select > > Delete.
2 Getting Started

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-to-point 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34) and avoidances (Avoiding
Delays, Tolls, and Areas, page33).
• The device can automatically avoid roads that are not appropriate for the active vehicle profile.
• You can start navigating to your destination quickly using the recommended route, or you can select an
alternate route (Starting a Route, page30).
• If there are specific roads you need to use or avoid, you can customize the route.
• You can add multiple destinations to a route (Adding a Location to Your Route, page33).
Adventure Roads and Trails
WARNING
Entering your vehicle profile characteristics does not guarantee that your vehicle's characteristics will be
accounted for in all route suggestions. Limitations may exist in map data for some route suggestions. Always
defer to all posted road signs and conditions during vehicle operation. Failure to do so could lead to an accident
involving personal injury or death.
This device can navigate off-highway roads and trails based on your vehicle profile. Trails are color coded
based on accessibility. You can select to set which adventure roads and trails appear on the map.
Off-Road Navigation Features 3

Straight Line Routes
For areas without defined roads or trails, 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.
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.
Tracks
A track is a recording of your path. The track log contains information about the recorded path, including time,
location, and elevation information.
4 Off-Road Navigation Features

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.
1Select Apps > Adventure > Track Recorder.
2Select Start.
Navigating a Track
You can navigate a saved track using the Garmin Explore app on your device.
1Select Apps > Adventure > Explore > Tracks.
2Select a track.
3Select Go!.
Viewing Your Collections on the Map
Before you can view the Collections map layer, you must pair your device with the Tread app and sync your
device with your Garmin Explore account.
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.
1Select Map > > Collections.
2Select one or more collection categories from the list.
3Select 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.
1Park your vehicle on a flat, level surface.
2Select .
3If necessary, select , and select a pitch and roll gauge.
4Select Calibrate.
The values for pitch and roll reset to 0 degrees.
Off-Road Navigation Features 5

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.
1Select .
2If necessary, select , and select a pitch and roll gauge.
3Select > Warning Angles.
4Swipe up or down to adjust the pitch or roll warning angles.
5Select Accept.
Enabling or Disabling Warning Angle Alerts
1Select .
2If necessary, select , and select a pitch and roll gauge.
3Select .
4Select 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.
Select Apps > Adventure > ABC.
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. You can create a group ride using a connected Group Ride mount,
the Tread app, or both.
1From the main menu, select Group Ride.
2If necessary, enter your rider name, and select Done.
3Select Start a Group Ride.
4Select an option:
• To start a group ride with riders that have a Group Ride mount, select Create a Radio Group Ride.
• To start a group ride with riders using the Tread app, select Create a Mobile Group Ride.
5If necessary, select the radio channel, and select Next.
6Enter the ride name, and select Done.
As riders join your group ride, their names appear on the list.
7Select 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.
1From the main menu, select Group Ride > Join a Group Ride.
2Select a nearby group ride, and select Join.
6 Off-Road Navigation Features

Rejoining a Recent Group Ride
You can rejoin any of your ten most-recent group rides.
1From the main menu, select Group Ride > Recent Group Rides.
2Select 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.
1From the main menu, select Group Ride.
2If necessary, select .
3Select Add.
As new riders join the group ride, they appear on the list.
4Select 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.
1From the main menu, select Group Ride.
2If necessary, select .
3Select Broadcast to Group.
4Select a preset message, and select Send.
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.
1From the main menu, select Group Ride.
2If necessary, select .
3Select Broadcast to Group > Broadcast a Location, and select a location.
4Select 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..
1From the main menu, select Group Ride > , and select a notification.
2Select Go! to navigate to a shared location.
Off-Road Navigation Features 7

Exiting a Group Ride
1From the main menu, select Group Ride.
2If necessary, select .
3Select 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.
1From the main menu, select Apps > Adventure > Radio.
2Select an option:
• To move through the available presets, select or .
• To select a preset from the menu, select Presets.
Selecting a Radio Channel
1From the main menu, select Apps > Adventure > Radio.
2Select 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.
1From the main menu, select Apps > Adventure > Radio.
2Select 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
1Select Apps > Adventure > Radio > Presets > .
2Select or to select a channel and squelch code.
3Select Save.
8 Off-Road Navigation Features

Selecting a Roger Tone
You can select the tone other devices play when you operate your radio.
1Select Apps > Adventure > Radio > > Roger Tone.
2Select a roger tone.
The device plays the selected tone.
3Select Save.
Turning the Radio Off
Select Apps > Adventure > 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.
1Select Apps > Adventure > Radio > > Push to Talk with Headset.
2If necessary, follow the on-screen instructions to pair your headset with the device.
3Select Push to Talk with Headset.
4Select .
Transmitting Your Voice
Before you can transmit your voice, you must pair your Tread device with a compatible Bluetooth headset.
You can transmit your voice over the radio using a compatible Bluetooth headset.
Select an option:
• From the main menu, select Apps > Adventure > Radio > Push to Talk.
• Use the voice dial feature on your connected Bluetooth headset (Enabling Push-to-Talk with a Headset,
page9).
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9).
Adjusting the Radio Volume
1Select Apps > Adventure > Radio > .
2Use the slider bars to adjust the volume.
Radio Settings
From the main menu, select Apps > Adventure > Radio > .
Push to Talk with Headset: Enables you to transmit your voice using the push-to-talk button on your compatible
headset.
Roger Tone: Sets the roger tone the device plays when you operate your radio.
Reset Default Settings: Resets all radio settings and presets to factory default values.
inReach®Remote
The inReach remote function allows you to control your inReach satellite communication device (sold
separately) using your Tread device. You can send messages, view weather reports, trigger an SOS alert, and
more. Go to buy.garmin.com to purchase an inReach device.
Off-Road Navigation Features 9

Connecting an inReach Device
1Bring the inReach device within 3m(10ft.) of your Tread device.
2On your Tread device, select Apps > Adventure > inReach.
3Follow the on-screen instructions on your Tread device to complete the pairing process.
After the pairing process is complete, the inReach and Tread devices connect automatically when they are
within range.
Sending a Text Message
1Select Apps > Adventure > inReach > Compose.
2Select To:, and add one or more contacts.
3Select Message:, and enter a message.
4Select Send.
SOS
WARNING
Before you can use the SOS function, you must have an active satellite subscription. Always test your device
before you use it outdoors.
Ensure you have a clear view of the sky when using the SOS function, because this feature requires satellite
access to operate properly.
NOTICE
Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communications devices. It is the responsibility of the
user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.
During an emergency, you can use your Tread device to contact the Garmin ResponseSM center to request help.
Pressing the SOS button sends a message to the Garmin Response team, and they notify the appropriate
emergency responders of your situation. You can communicate with the Garmin Response team during your
emergency while you wait for help to arrive. You should only use the SOS function in a real emergency situation.
Initiating an SOS Rescue
WARNING
Before you can initiate an SOS rescue using your Tread navigator, you must pair it with a compatible inReach
satellite communicator (Connecting an inReach Device, page10).
CAUTION
While the device is in SOS mode, do not turn off or attempt to turn off the inReach satellite communicator. Doing
so could prevent this feature from operating properly and could delay receipt of assistance in the event of an
emergency.
1Select Apps > Adventure > inReach.
2Select .
3Wait for the SOS countdown.
The device sends a default message to the emergency response service with details about your location.
4Reply to the confirmation message from the emergency response service.
Your reply lets the emergency response service know that you are capable of interacting with them during
the rescue.
For the first 10 minutes of your rescue, an updated location is sent to the emergency response service every
minute. To conserve battery power after the first 10 minutes, an updated location is sent every 10 minutes
when moving, and every 30 minutes when stationary.
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Canceling an SOS Rescue
If you no longer need assistance, you can cancel an SOS rescue after it is sent to the emergency response
service.
Select Cancel SOS.
Your device transmits the cancellation request. When you receive a confirmation message from the emergency
response service, the device returns to normal operation.
Using the Map
You can use the map to navigate a route (Your Route on the Map, page31) or to view a map of your
surroundings when no route is active.
1Select Map.
2Touch anywhere on the map.
3Select an option:
• Drag the map to pan left, right, up, or down.
• To add or remove map layers such as topographic and BirdsEye imagery, select .
• To zoom in or out, select or .
• To switch between North Up, 2-D, and 3-D views, select .
• To open the route planner, select (Route Planner, page17).
• To start a route, select a location on the map, and select Go! (Starting a Route by Using the Map,
page30).
Map Tools
Map tools provide quick access to information and device functions while you view the map. When you activate
a map tool, it appears in a panel at the edge of the map.
Stop: Stops navigation of the active route.
Edit Route: Allows you to take a detour or skip locations in your route (Changing Your Active Route, page33).
Mute: Mutes the device audio.
Cities Ahead: Shows upcoming cities and services along your active route or along a highway (Cities Ahead,
page12).
Up Ahead: Shows upcoming locations along the route or the road on which you are traveling (Up Ahead,
page12).
Elevation: Displays elevation changes ahead.
Traffic: Displays traffic conditions along your route or in your area. This feature is not available in all areas or for
all device models.
Trip Data: Displays customizable trip data, such as speed or mileage (Viewing Trip Data from the Map,
page13).
Track Recorder: Displays the track data for your active route.
Turns: Displays a list of upcoming turns in your route (Viewing Turns and Directions, page32).
Weather: Displays weather conditions for your area.
Music Player: Displays media controls and media information.
Smart Notifications: Displays recent smart notifications from your connected phone.
Pitch and Roll: Displays the current angle of your vehicle (Pitch and Roll, page5).
Group Ride: Displays the distance and direction of the members in your group ride (Group Ride, page6).
Radio: Allows you to use the push-to-talk feature with a compatible Bluetooth headset (Enabling Push-to-Talk
with a Headset, page9).
Environmental Zones: Shows upcoming environmental zones that apply to your vehicle.
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Viewing a Map Tool
1From the map, select .
2Select a map tool.
The map tool appears in a panel at the edge of the map.
3When you are done using the map tool, select .
Up Ahead
The Up Ahead tool provides information about upcoming locations along your route or the road on which you
are traveling. You can view upcoming points of interest by category, such as restaurants, fuel stations, or rest
areas.
You can customize the categories that show in the Up Ahead tool.
Viewing Upcoming Locations
1From the map, select > Up Ahead.
While you are traveling, the map tool shows the next location along your road or route.
2Select an option:
• If the map tool shows categories, select a category to view a list of nearby locations in that category.
• If the map tool shows upcoming locations, select a location to view location details or start a route to the
location.
Customizing the Up Ahead Categories
You can change the location categories that appear in the Up Ahead tool.
1From the map, select > Up Ahead.
2Select a category.
3Select .
4Select an option:
• To move a category up or down in the list, select and drag the arrow next to the category name.
• To change a category, select the category.
• To create a custom category, select a category, select Custom Search, and enter the name of a business
or category.
5Select Save.
Cities Ahead
While you are traveling on a highway or navigating a route that includes a highway, the Cities Ahead tool
provides information about upcoming cities along the highway. For each city, the map tool shows the distance
to the highway exit and the services available, similar to the information on highway road signs.
Viewing Upcoming Cities and Exit Services
1From the map, select > Cities Ahead.
While you are traveling along a highway or an active route, the map tool shows information about upcoming
cities and exits.
2Select a city.
The device shows a list of points of interest located at the selected city exit, such as fuel stations, lodging, or
restaurants.
3Select a location, and select Go! to start navigating.
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Trip Information
Viewing Trip Data from the Map
From the map, select > Trip Data.
Customizing the Trip Data Fields
1From the map, select > Trip Data.
2Select a trip data field.
3Select an option.
The new trip data field appears in the trip data map tool.
Resetting Trip Information
1From the map, select Speed.
2Select a trip information data field.
3Select > Reset Field(s) > Reset Overall Data.
Viewing Upcoming Elevation Changes
You can view upcoming elevation changes along your route. This can help you avoid or plan for steep uphill or
downhill grades.
1From the map, select > Elevation.
2Select the chart to expand it to the full screen.
The device displays your current elevation, and a chart of elevation over distance.
3Select an option:
• Select or to change the distance range of the chart.
• Select the arrows to scroll the chart.
Customizing the Map
Customizing the Map Layers
You can customize which data appear on the map, such as icons for points of interest and road conditions.
1Select > Map Display > Map Layers.
2Select the layers to include on the map, and select Save.
Viewing the Public Lands Map Key
Public lands are color-coded on the map to show who owns a specific plot of land. For example, you can see if
a plot of land is privately owned or if it is part of a national park. You must enable the public lands map layer to
use this feature (Customizing the Map Layers, page13).
You can view the legend for these colors on the device.
Select > Map Display > Map Layers > > Public Lands.
Enabling Adventure Roads and Trails Map Layers
You can enable or disable map layers that display accessible or inaccessible roads for different types of motor
vehicles.
1Select > Map Display > Map Layers > > Adventure Roads & Trails.
2Select a road or trail type.
Changing the Map Data Field
1From the map, select a data field.
NOTE: You cannot customize Speed.
2Select a type of data to display.
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Changing the Map Buttons
1From the map, hold a map button.
2Select an option:
• To replace a map button, select a map button, and select a map button to display.
• To remove a map button, select .
3Select Save.
Changing the Map Perspective
1Select > Map Display > Driving Map View.
2Select an option:
• Select Track Up to display the map in two dimensions (2-D), with your direction of travel at the top.
• Select North Up to display the map in 2-D with north at the top.
• Select 3-D to display the map in three dimensions.
• Select Auto Zoom to Group to automatically adjust the zoom level so all riders in a group ride are visible
on the map.
3Select Save.
Dog Tracking
The dog tracking features allow you to see information transmitted from your compatible Garmin® handheld dog
device on your Tread device. You can navigate to your dogs, view their current status and location, and observe
the distance they have traveled.
Receiving Data From Your Handheld Device
Before you can receive data, you must enable broadcasting on your handheld dog device. See the owner's
manual for your handheld dog device for more information.
Place your handheld dog device within 3m (10ft) of your Tread device.
TIP: Your Tread device receives data from one compatible handheld dog device at a time. Stay more than
3m (10ft) away from other handheld dog devices or disable broadcasting on handheld dog devices from
which you do not want to receive data.
The devices connect and synchronize automatically.
Tracking Your Dogs
1Select Apps > Adventure > Dog Tracker.
The dogs connected to your handheld dog device appear on the screen.
2Select a dog.
The dog's location and track log appear on the map.
3Select Go! to navigate to your dog.
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