Garmin 010-02406-01 Tread - Base Edition User Manual

TREAD

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Owner’s Manual

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Table of Contents

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

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

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

Acquiring GPS Signals............................ 2

Status Bar Icons...................................... 2

Using the On-Screen Buttons................. 2

Adjusting the Volume..............................3

Using the Audio Mixer......................... 3

Adjusting the Screen Brightness............ 3

Vehicle Profiles....................................... 3

Adding a Vehicle Profile...................... 4

Choosing a Vehicle Profile.................. 4

Installation....................................... 4

Mounting Your Device in an ATV or Side-

by-Side..................................................... 4

Power Cable Overview........................ 4

Mounting Considerations................... 4

Mounting the Device on a Roll Bar..... 5

Mounting the Antenna.........................6

Installing the Antenna on the Group

Ride Mount........................................... 8

Installing the Fist Microphone and

Mount................................................... 9

Removing Your Device from the

Mount..................................................... 10

Replacing the Trim Ring........................11

Off-Road Navigation Features........ 11

Routes.................................................... 11

Adventure Roads and Trails................. 12

Straight Line Routes..............................13

Skipping the Next Stop on Your

Route.................................................. 13

Stopping the Route............................ 13

Tracks.................................................... 13

Recording Tracks.............................. 14

Navigating a Track............................ 14

Viewing Your Collections on the

Map.................................................... 14

Pitch and Roll........................................ 14

Calibrating Pitch and Roll................. 14

Adjusting Warning Angles................ 15

Enabling or Disabling Warning Angle

Alerts.................................................. 15

Viewing the Altimeter, Barometer, and

Compass................................................15

Calibrating the Compass.................. 15

Group Ride............................................. 15

Starting a Group Ride........................ 15

Joining a Group Ride......................... 16

Rejoining a Recent Group Ride......... 16

Adding Riders to a Group Ride......... 16

Broadcasting a Message.................. 16

Broadcasting a Location................... 16

Viewing a Group Ride Notification... 17

Exiting a Group Ride.......................... 17

Group Ride Settings.......................... 17

Radio...................................................... 17

Selecting a Preset............................. 17

Selecting a Radio Channel................ 17

Adjusting the Squelch....................... 18

Adding a Custom Radio Preset........ 18

Selecting a Roger Tone..................... 18

Turning the Radio Off........................ 18

Enabling Push-to-Talk with a

Headset.............................................. 18

Transmitting Your Voice................... 18

Adjusting the Radio Volume............. 19

Radio Settings................................... 19

inReach® Remote................................. 19

Connecting an inReach Device......... 19

Sending an inReach Message.......... 19

SOS..................................................... 19

Initiating an SOS Rescue............... 20

Canceling an SOS Rescue............. 20

Using the Map................................ 20

Map Tools.............................................. 21

Viewing a Map Tool...........................21

Up Ahead............................................... 21

Viewing Upcoming Locations........... 21

Customizing the Up Ahead

Categories..........................................22

Cities Ahead.......................................... 22

Viewing Upcoming Cities and Exit

Services..............................................22

Trip Information.................................... 22

Viewing Trip Data from the Map...... 22

Customizing the Trip Data

Fields.............................................. 22

Viewing the Trip Information Page.. 22

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Resetting Trip Information................23

Viewing Upcoming Elevation

Changes................................................. 23

Viewing Upcoming Traffic.................... 23

Viewing Traffic on the Map.............. 23

Searching for Traffic Incidents......... 23

Customizing the Map............................ 23

Customizing the Map Layers............ 23

Viewing the Public Lands Map

Key.................................................. 24

Enabling Adventure Roads and Trails

Map Layers........................................ 24

Changing the Map Data Field........... 24

Changing the Map Buttons............... 24

Changing the Map Perspective........ 24

Using the Apps............................... 24

Viewing the Owner's Manual on

Your Device............................................24

Music Player.......................................... 24

Adding the Music Player Tool to the

Map.................................................... 25

Changing the Media Source............. 25

BirdsEye Imagery.................................. 25

Downloading BirdsEye Imagery........26

Route Planner........................................ 26

Planning a Route............................... 26

Editing and Reordering Locations in a

Route.................................................. 26

Changing Routing Options for a

Route.................................................. 27

Navigating to a Saved Route............ 27

Editing and Saving Your Active

Route.................................................. 27

Sharing a Route..................................... 27

TracBack®............................................. 27

Following Your Recent Track............27

Saving Your Recent Track as a

Trip..................................................... 28

Viewing the Weather Forecast............. 28

Viewing Weather Near a Different

City..................................................... 28

Viewing the Weather Radar.............. 28

Viewing Weather Alerts.....................28

Checking Road Conditions............... 28

Creating a Round-Trip Route................ 29

Viewing Previous Routes and

Destinations.......................................... 29

Garmin PowerSwitch™ App.................. 30

Activating a Power Switch................ 30

Turning Off All Switches................... 30

Customizing a Button....................... 31

Assigning a Switch to a Control

Input................................................... 31

Adding a Custom Layout.................. 31

Adding a Button to a Custom

Layout.............................................32

Arranging Buttons In a Custom

Layout.............................................32

Deleting a Custom Layout or

Button............................................. 32

Routines............................................. 32

Adding a Routine........................... 33

Editing a Routine............................33

Deleting a Routine......................... 33

Tread Audio App................................... 34

LED Controls...................................... 34

Enabling LED Groups..................... 35

Changing the Media Source..........35

LED Light Settings......................... 35

Audio Zone Settings.......................... 35

Dog Tracking......................................... 35

Receiving Data From Your Handheld

Device.................................................36

Tracking Your Dogs........................... 36

Dog Status Icons........................... 36

Viewing Your Dogs on the Map........ 36

Live Services, Traffic, and

Smartphone Features..................... 37

Bluetooth Feature Status Icons............37

Pairing Your Phone and Headset......... 38

Smart Notifications............................... 38

Receiving Notifications..................... 38

Receiving Notifications while

Viewing the Map............................ 39

Viewing the List of Notifications...... 39

Hands-Free Calling................................ 39

Placing a Call..................................... 39

Calling Home................................. 39

Placing a Call Using Voice Dial.........40

Using In-Call Options......................... 40

Setting Up Bluetooth Features for Your

Apple® Device....................................... 40

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Disabling Bluetooth Features

(iPhone®)...........................................40

Setting Up Bluetooth Features for Your

Smartphone with Android™.................. 40

Disabling Bluetooth Features

(Android)............................................ 40

Enabling or Disabling Bluetooth Features

for Your Headset................................... 41

Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device....... 41

Deleting a Paired Phone....................... 41

Street Navigation............................41

Starting a Route.....................................41

Starting a Route by Using the Map...41

Your Route on the Map......................... 42

Active Lane Guidance....................... 43

Viewing Turns and Directions...........43

Viewing the Entire Route on the

Map.................................................... 43

Changing Your Active Route.................43

Adding a Location to Your Route..... 43

Shaping Your Route...........................44

Avoiding Delays, Tolls, and Areas........ 44

Avoiding Traffic Delays on Your

Route.................................................. 44

Avoiding Toll Roads.......................... 44

Avoiding Toll Stickers....................... 45

Avoiding Road Features.................... 45

Custom Avoidances.......................... 45

Avoiding a Road............................. 45

Avoiding an Area........................... 45

Disabling a Custom Avoidance.....45

Deleting Custom Avoidances....... 45

Arriving at Your Destination.............. 46

Changing the Route Calculation

Mode...................................................... 46

Taking a Route Using Garmin

Adventurous Routing™.......................... 46

Taking a Detour..................................... 46

Going Home...........................................46

Editing Your Home Location.............46

Parking Near Your Destination............. 47

Traffic.................................................... 47

Receiving Traffic Data Using Your

Smartphone....................................... 47

Viewing Traffic on the Map.............. 47

Searching for Traffic Incidents..... 47

Finding and Saving Locations......... 48

Finding a Location Using the Search

Bar.......................................................... 48

Points of Interest...................................48

Finding a Location by Category............49

Navigating to Points of Interest Within

a Venue.............................................. 49

Viewing Your Garmin Explore Points of

Interest................................................... 49

Synchronizing Garmin Explore

Account Data..................................... 49

Location Search Results....................... 50

Location Search Results on the

Map.................................................... 51

Changing the Search Area.................... 51

Finding Parking Near Your Current

Location................................................. 51

Finding Parking Near a Specified

Location................................................. 52

Search Tools..........................................52

Finding an Address........................... 52

Finding an Intersection..................... 52

Finding a Location Using

Coordinates....................................... 52

Finding Fuel Stations and Prices...... 52

Finding HISTORY Points of Interest..... 53

Finding National Parks..........................53

Finding Ultimate Campgrounds Points of

Interest................................................... 53

Finding iOverlander™ Points

of Interest.............................................. 54

Finding Powersport Points of

Interest................................................... 54

Tripadvisor.............................................54

Finding Tripadvisor Points of

Interest............................................... 54

Viewing Recently Found Locations...... 54

Clearing the List of Recently Found

Locations........................................... 54

Viewing Current Location

Information............................................ 54

Finding Emergency Services and

Fuel..................................................... 55

Getting Directions to Your Current

Location............................................. 55

Adding a Shortcut................................. 55

Removing a Shortcut......................... 55

Saving Locations................................... 55

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Saving a Location.............................. 55

Saving Your Current Location........... 55

Editing a Saved Location.................. 56

Assigning Categories to a Saved

Location............................................. 56

Deleting a Saved Location................ 56

Rider Awareness Features and

Alerts............................................. 57

Enabling or Disabling Rider Alerts........57

Red Light and Speed Cameras............. 57

Fuel Tracking......................................... 57

Enabling Fuel Tracking......................58

Setting a Low Fuel Warning.............. 58

Resetting the Fuel Tank Mileage...... 58

Viewing Helmet Law Notifications.......58

Searching for Helmet Laws.................. 58

Settings..........................................59

Map and Vehicle Settings..................... 59

Enabling Maps................................... 59

Navigation Settings............................... 59

Calculation Mode Settings............... 59

Setting a Simulated Location........... 60

Bluetooth Settings.................................60

Wi‑Fi Settings........................................ 60

Driver Assistance Settings................... 60

Display Settings.....................................60

Traffic Settings...................................... 61

Units and Time Settings....................... 61

Setting the Time................................ 61

Language and Keyboard Settings........ 61

Device and Privacy Settings................. 61

Restoring Settings................................. 62

Device Information......................... 62

Viewing E-label Regulatory and

Compliance Information....................... 62

Tread Specifications............................. 62

Group Ride Specifications.................... 62

Charging the Device.............................. 62

Device Maintenance....................... 63

Garmin Support Center......................... 63

Map and Software Updates.................. 63

Connecting to a Wi‑Fi Network......... 63

Updating Maps and Software Using a

Wi‑Fi Network.................................... 64

Product Updates................................64

Updating Maps and Software with

Garmin Express............................. 65

Device Care............................................66

Cleaning the Outer Casing................ 66

Cleaning the Touchscreen................ 66

Avoiding Theft................................... 66

Restarting the Device............................ 66

Removing the Device from the

Mount..................................................... 66

Troubleshooting............................. 66

My device is not acquiring satellite

signals....................................................66

My battery does not stay charged for

very long................................................ 67

My device does not connect to my

phone..................................................... 67

My device does not appear as a

removable drive on my computer........ 67

My device does not appear as a portable

device on my computer........................ 67

My device does not appear as either a

portable device or a removable drive or

volume on my computer....................... 67

Appendix........................................ 68

Mounting Your Tread in an

Automobile............................................ 68

Mounting Your Tread Base Edition in an

Automobile............................................ 69

Garmin PowerSwitch............................ 69

Mounting Considerations................. 69

Mounting the Device......................... 70

Opening the Front Cover................... 71

Connecting Accessories................... 72

Connecting a Control Input............... 73

Connecting the Device to Vehicle

Power................................................. 73

Pairing with a Garmin Navigation

Device.................................................74

Garmin PowerSwitch

Specifications.................................... 74

My Garmin PowerSwitch will not stay

connected.......................................... 74

Tread Audio........................................... 74

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Tools and Materials Needed............ 75

Tread Audio Box Mounting

Considerations.................................. 75

Mounting the Tread Audio Box Black

Box Device..................................... 75

Connections................................... 75

Port Identification...................... 76

Speaker and LED Wiring Harness

Wire and Connector

Identification.............................. 77

RCA Wiring Harness Wire and

Connector Identification............79

Connecting the Device to Vehicle

Power..........................................80

Using the Heat-Shrink Crimp

Connectors................................. 81

Complete System Wiring........... 81

Speaker Zones........................... 83

Single-Zone System Wiring

Example...................................... 83

Wireless Remote Mounting

Considerations.................................. 83

Mounting the Wireless Remote.... 84

Mounting the Speakers and

Brackets............................................. 84

Wiring............................................. 86

Wire Gauge Guide...................... 86

Additional Speakers...................86

Wireless Remote Overview............... 86

Connecting the Wireless Remote to

your Tread Audio Box.................... 87

Pairing with a Garmin Navigation

Device.................................................88

Tread Audio Box Specifications....... 88

Tread 6.5" XS-LED Tower Speakers

Specifications.................................... 89

Dimensions.................................... 90

Bracket Specifications...................... 90

Bracket Side Dimensions.............. 91

Bracket Top Dimensions............... 91

Wireless Cameras................................. 91

Pairing the Camera with a Garmin

Navigation Device............................. 92

Viewing the Wireless Camera...........92

Aligning the Guidance Lines......... 93

Installing a Memory Card for Maps and

Data........................................................ 93

Data Management................................ 94

About Memory Cards........................ 94

Connecting the Device to Your

Computer........................................... 94

Transferring GPX Files From Your

Computer........................................... 95

Transferring Data From Your

Computer........................................... 95

Disconnecting the USB Cable........... 95

Adding BaseCamp™ Data to Garmin

Explore............................................... 95

Exporting Data from BaseCamp with

a PC................................................ 96

Exporting Data from BaseCamp with

an Apple Computer........................96

Importing Data to Garmin

Explore........................................... 96

Viewing GPS Signal Status................... 96

Purchasing Additional Maps................ 96

Table of Contents v

Getting Started

WARNING

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

important information.

1 Connect to a Wi‑Fi

network (Connecting to a Wi‑Fi Network, page 63)(optional).

2 Pair your Bluetooth

phone and headset (Pairing Your Phone and Headset, page 38) (optional).

3 Update the maps and software on your device (Product Updates, page 64).

4 Acquire GPS signals (Acquiring GPS Signals, page 2).

5 Mount the device and connect it to power (Installation, page 4).

6 Adjust the screen brightness (Adjusting the Screen Brightness, page 3).

7 Navigate to your destination (Starting a Route, page 41).

Device Overview

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.

Getting Started 1

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.

1 Turn on the device.

2 Wait while the device locates satellites.

3 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 96).

Bluetooth technology status. Select to view the Bluetooth settings (Bluetooth Settings, page 60).

Wi-fi signal strength. Select to change the wi-fi settings (Wi‑Fi Settings, page 60).

Connected to hands-free calling. Select to place a phone call (Hands-Free Calling, page 39).

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

Current time. Select to set the time (Setting the Time, page 61).

Battery charge level.

Tread app connection status (Pairing Your Phone and Headset, page 38).

Temperature. Select to view the weather forecast (Viewing the Weather Forecast, page 28).

Fuel status. Select to view fuel tracking information (Fuel Tracking, page 57).

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.

2 Getting Started

Adjusting the Volume

1 Select .

2 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.

1 Select .

2 Select Mixer.

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

Adjusting the Screen Brightness

1 Select > Display > Brightness.

2 Use 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. If your vehicle profile includes a trailer, an icon of

the trailer appears with the vehicle icon.

Motorcycle profile

ATV profile

Side-by-side profile

Full size profile

Snowmobile profile

Getting Started 3

Adding a Vehicle Profile

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

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

2 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.

3 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-by-Side

Power Cable Overview

WARNING

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

important information.

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.

Mount connector

10 to 30 Vdc system power (red)

System ground (black)

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.

• The electrical contacts must be free from paint.

4 Installation

Mounting the Device on a Roll Bar

1 Using a flat head screwdriver or

in. (7 mm) nut driver, loosen the bolt on the roll bar mount until the

ring separates.

2 Place the mount around the roll bar.

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

4 Insert the ball on the Group Ride mount into the double-socket arm .

5 Tighten the knob slightly.

6 If necessary, rotate the Group Ride mount so the Garmin logo faces up, and adjust the mount for better

viewing and operation.

7 Tighten the knob to secure the mount.

8 Press the device into the Group Ride mount until it snaps into place.

9 Connect the Group Ride power cable to the connector on the vehicle wiring harness.

10 Tighten the collar around the connected power cables.

11 Route the power cable along a suitable path in your vehicle, and secure it using the included zip ties.

Installation 5

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.

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

2 Find a suitable location for the antenna.

6 Installation

3 Using a flat head screwdriver or

in. (8 mm) nut driver, loosen the bolt on the external antenna mount

until the ring separates.

4 Place the mount around the roll bar.

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

6 Screw down and tighten the antenna onto the external antenna mount plate.

7 Route the antenna cable along a suitable path using the roll bars in your vehicle, and secure it using the

included zip ties.

8 Secure any loose cable to the roll bar using the included zip ties.

NOTE: You should avoid bundling loose cable behind body panels to reduce antenna interference.

Installation 7

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 6).

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

8 Installation

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.

1 Align and insert the connector on the fist microphone onto the Group Ride mount.

2 Tighten the collar around the connected cable.

Installation 9

3 Place the mount on the selected location.

4 Using the mount as a template, mark the three screw locations.

5 Drill pilot holes (optional).

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

6 Securely fasten the mount to the surface using the supplied screws .

7 Slide the fist microphone onto the mount.

Removing Your Device from the Mount

1 Press the release button on the top of the mount.

2 Lift out the device.

10 Installation

Replacing the Trim Ring

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

1 Remove the device from the mount.

2 Pull back on the existing trim ring to remove it from the device.

3 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-to-point routes in a straight line (Straight Line

Routes, page 13).

• 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 46) and avoidances (Avoiding

Delays, Tolls, and Areas, page 44).

• You can start navigating to your destination quickly using the recommended route, or you can select an

alternate route (Starting a Route, page 41).

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

page 44).

• You can add multiple destinations to a route (Adding a Location to Your Route, page 43).

Off-Road Navigation Features 11

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.

12 Off-Road Navigation Features

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.

Off-Road Navigation Features 13

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.

1 From the main screen, select Track Recorder.

2 Select Start.

Navigating a Track

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

1 Select Explore > Tracks.

2 Select a track.

3 Select 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.

1 Select View Map > > Collections.

2 Select one or more collection categories from the list.

3 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.

1 Park your vehicle on a flat, level surface.

2 Adjust the position of your device in the mount so you can comfortably view the screen.

3 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.

14 Off-Road Navigation Features

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.

1 Select Pitch and Roll > > Warning Angles.

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

3 Select OK.

Enabling or Disabling Warning Angle Alerts

1 Select Pitch and Roll > .

2 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.

1 Disconnect the device from the mount and move away from objects that influence magnetic fields.

2 Select ABC > > Calibrate Compass.

3 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. You can create a group ride using a connected Group Ride mount,

the Tread app, or both.

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

2 Select 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.

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

4 Enter your rider name, and select Done.

5 Enter the ride name, and select Done.

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

6 Select Start.

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

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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.

1 From the main menu, select Group Ride > Join a Group Ride.

2 Select a nearby group ride, and select Join.

Rejoining a Recent Group Ride

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

1 From the main menu, select Group Ride > Recent Group Rides.

2 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.

1 From the main menu, select Group Ride.

2 If necessary, select .

3 Select Add.

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

4 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.

1 From the main menu, select Group Ride.

2 If necessary, select .

3 Select Broadcast to Group.

4 Select 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.

1 From the main menu, select Group Ride.

2 If necessary, select .

3 Select Broadcast to Group > Broadcast a Location, and select a location.

4 Select Share.

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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..

1 From the main menu, select Group Ride > , and select a notification.

2 Select Go! to navigate to a shared location.

Exiting a Group Ride

1 From the main menu, select Group Ride.

2 If necessary, select .

3 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.

1 From the main menu, select Radio.

2 Select an option:

• To move through available presets, select or .

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

Selecting a Radio Channel

1 From the main menu, select Radio.

2 Select an option:

• To move to a different channel, select or .

• To select a MURS channel from the menu, select Channel.

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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.

1 From the main menu, select Radio.

2 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

1 Select Radio > Preset > .

2 Select or to select a channel and squelch code.

3 Select Save.

Selecting a Roger Tone

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

1 Select Radio > > Roger Tone.

2 Select a roger tone.

The device plays the selected tone.

3 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.

1 Select Radio > > Push to Talk with Headset.

2 If necessary, follow the on-screen instructions to pair your headset with the device.

3 Select Push to Talk with Headset.

4 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 9).

• 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 18).

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 19

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Adjusting the Radio Volume

1 Select Radio > .

2 Use the slider bars to adjust the volume.

Radio Settings

From the main menu, select 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.

Connecting an inReach Device

1 Bring the inReach device within 3 m (10 ft.) of your Tread device.

2 On your Tread device, select > inReach.

3 Follow 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 an inReach Message

Before you can send an inReach message using your Tread device, you must pair it with a compatible inReach

device (Connecting an inReach Device, page 19).

You can use your device to send inReach messages to your contacts.

1 Select > inReach > .

2 Select New Message.

3 Select Select Contacts to add one or more contacts.

4 Enter a message.

5 Select Send.

SOS

During an emergency, you can contact the GEOS International Emergency Rescue Coordination Center (IERCC)

to request help. Pressing the SOS button sends a message to the rescue coordination center, and they notify the

appropriate emergency responders of your situation. You can communicate with the rescue coordination center

during your emergency while you wait for help to arrive. You should only use the SOS function in a real

emergency situation.

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Initiating an SOS Rescue

Before you can initiate an SOS rescue using your Tread device, you must pair it with a compatible inReach

device (Connecting an inReach Device, page 19).

NOTICE

While the device is in SOS mode, do not turn off or attempt to turn off the inReach device. Doing so could

prevent this feature from operating properly and could delay receipt of assistance in the event of an emergency.

1 Select > inReach.

2 Select .

3 Wait for the SOS countdown.

The device sends a default message to the emergency response service with details about your location.

4 Reply 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.

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 > 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 42) or to view a map of your

surroundings when no route is active.

1 Select View Map.

2 Touch anywhere on the map.

3 Select 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 start a route, select a location on the map, and select Go! (Starting a Route by Using the Map,

page 41).

20 Using the Map

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 43).

Mute: Mutes the device audio.

Cities Ahead: Shows upcoming cities and services along your active route or along a highway (Cities Ahead,

page 22).

Up Ahead: Shows upcoming locations along the route or the road on which you are traveling (Up Ahead,

page 21).

Elevation: Displays elevation changes ahead.

Traffic: Displays traffic conditions along your route or in your area (Viewing Upcoming Traffic, page 23). 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 22).

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 43).

Phone: Displays a list of recent phone calls from your connected phone, and displays in-call options while a

phone call is active (Using In-Call Options, page 40).

Weather: Displays weather conditions for your area.

Report Safety Camera: Allows you to report a speed or red light camera. This tool is available only when you

have speed or red light camera data on your device and you have an active connection to the Tread app

(Pairing Your Phone and Headset, page 38).

Music Player: Displays media controls and media information.

Pitch and Roll: Displays the current angle of your vehicle (Pitch and Roll, page 14).

Group Ride: Displays the distance and direction of the members in your group ride (Group Ride, page 15).

Radio: Allows you to use the push-to-talk feature with a compatible Bluetooth headset (Enabling Push-to-Talk

with a Headset, page 18).

Viewing a Map Tool

1 From the map, select .

2 Select a map tool.

The map tool appears in a panel at the edge of the map.

3 When 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

1 From the map, select > Up Ahead.

While you are traveling, the map tool shows the next location along your road or route.

2 Select 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.

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Customizing the Up Ahead Categories

You can change the location categories that appear in the Up Ahead tool.

1 From the map, select > Up Ahead.

2 Select a category.

3 Select .

4 Select 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.

5 Select 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

1 From 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.

2 Select a city.

The device shows a list of points of interest located at the selected city exit, such as fuel stations, lodging, or

restaurants.

3 Select a location, and select Go! to start navigating.

Trip Information

Viewing Trip Data from the Map

Before you can view trip data on the map, you must add the tool to the map tools menu.

From the map, select > Trip Data.

Customizing the Trip Data Fields

1 From the map, select > Trip Data.

2 Select a trip data field.

3 Select an option.

The new trip data field appears in the trip data map tool.

Viewing the Trip Information Page

The trip information page displays your speed and provides statistics about your trip.

From the map, select Speed.

22 Using the Map

Resetting Trip Information

1 From the map, select Speed.

2 Select > Reset Field(s).

3 Select an option:

• When not navigating a route, select Select All to reset every data field except the speedometer, on the first

page.

• Select Reset Overall Data to reset the information on the trip computer.

• Select Reset Max. Speed to reset the maximum speed.

• Select Reset Trip B to reset the odometer.

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.

1 From the map, select > Elevation.

2 Select the chart to expand it to the full screen.

The device displays your current elevation, and a chart of elevation over distance.

3 Select an option:

• Select or to change the distance range of the chart.

• Select the arrows to scroll the chart.

Viewing Upcoming Traffic

NOTICE

Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the traffic information.

Before you can use this feature, your device must be receiving traffic data (Traffic, page 47).

You can view traffic incidents coming up along your route or along the road on which you are traveling.

1 While navigating a route, select > Traffic.

The nearest upcoming traffic incident appears in a panel on the right side of the map.

2 Select the traffic incident to view additional details.

Viewing Traffic on the Map

The traffic map shows color-coded traffic flow and delays on nearby roads.

1 From the main menu, select > Traffic.

2 If necessary, select > Legend to view the legend for the traffic map.

Searching for Traffic Incidents

1 From the main menu, select > Traffic.

2 Select > Incidents.

3 Select an item in the list.

4 If there is more than one incident, use the arrows to view additional incidents.

Customizing the Map

Customizing the Map Layers

You can customize which data appear on the map, such as topographic maps and BirdsEye imagery.

1 Select

> Map Display > Map Layers.

2 Select the check box next to each layer you want to show on the map.

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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 23).

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.

1 Select > Map Display > Map Layers > > Adventure Roads & Trails.

2 Select a road or trail type.

Changing the Map Data Field

1 From the map, select a data field.

NOTE: You cannot customize Speed.

2 Select a type of data to display.

Changing the Map Buttons

1 From the map, hold a map button.

2 Select an option:

• To replace a map button, select a map button, and select a map button to display.

• To remove a map button, select .

3 Select Save.

Changing the Map Perspective

1 Select > Map Display > Driving Map View.

2 Select 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.

Using the Apps

Viewing the Owner's Manual on Your Device

You can view the complete owner's manual on the device screen in many languages.

1 Select > Owner's Manual.

The owner's manual appears in the same language as the software text.

2 Select to search the owner's manual (optional).

Music Player

The music player can play music or audio from these sources.

• Music files stored on your Tread device.

• Bluetooth audio from a paired phone.

24 Using the Apps

Adding the Music Player Tool to the Map

The music player map tool enables you to control the music player from your map.

1 Open the map.

2 Select > Music Player.

The music player controls appear on the map.

Changing the Media Source

You can change the source from which media is played on your device.

1 Select > Music Player.

2 Select the current media source .

3 Select an available media source from the list.

BirdsEye Imagery

BirdsEye imagery provides downloadable, high-resolution map imagery, including detailed satellite imagery and

raster-based topographical maps. You can download BirdsEye Satellite Imagery directly to your device when it is

connected to a Wi‑Fi network.

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Downloading BirdsEye Imagery

Before you can download BirdsEye imagery directly to your device, you must connect to a wireless network

(Connecting to a Wi‑Fi Network, page 63).

1 Select > BirdsEye Direct.

2 Select .

3 Select an option:

• To download BirdsEye imagery files for a specific location or area, select Location, and select a category.

NOTE: The location defaults to your current location.

• To select an image quality option, select Detail.

• To define the size of the area to be shown in the downloaded imagery files, select Size, and enter a

distance from the selected location.

• To select where to save the downloaded imagery, select Save To.

4 Select Download.

5 Enter a name for the downloaded imagery and select Done.

Route Planner

You can use the route planner to create and save a route, which you can navigate later. This can be useful for

planning a delivery route, a vacation, or a road trip. You can edit a saved route to further customize it, including

reordering locations, adding suggested attractions, and adding shaping points.

You can also use the route planner to edit and save your active route.

Planning a Route

A route can include many locations, and it must include at least a starting location and one destination. The

starting location is the location from which you plan to start your route. If you start navigating the route from a

different location, the device gives you the option to route to your starting location first. For a round trip, the

starting location and final destination can be the same.

1 Select > Route Planner > Create Route.

2 If necessary, select a calculation mode.

NOTE: The Faster Time mode is selected by default.

3 Select an option to choose a location for your starting point:

• Select a location on the map.

• Select , and search for a location (Finding a Location Using the Search Bar, page 48).

4 Repeat step 2 to add more locations.

NOTE: The last location you add is the destination.

5 After you have added all the necessary locations, select .

Editing and Reordering Locations in a Route

1 Select > Route Planner.

2 Select a saved route.

3 Select List.

4 Select a location.

5 Select an option:

• To move the location up or down, select , and drag the location to a new position in the route.

• To add a new location after the selected location, select .

• To remove the location, select .

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Changing Routing Options for a Route

You can customize how the device calculates your route.

1 Select > Route Planner.

2 Select a saved route.

3 Select .

4 Select an option:

• To add shaping points to your route, select Shaping, and select at least one location.

• To change the calculation mode for the route, touch a route segment, and select a calculation mode.

Navigating to a Saved Route

1 Select > Route Planner.

2 Select a saved route.

3 Select Go!.

4 Select the first location to navigate to, and select OK.

5 Select Start.

The device calculates a route from your current location to the selected location, and then it guides you to

the remaining route destinations in order.

Editing and Saving Your Active Route

If a route is active, you can use the route planner to edit and save it.

1 Select > Route Planner > My Active Route.

2 Edit your route using any of the route planner features.

The route recalculates each time you make a change.

3 Select Save to save your route, which you can navigate again later (optional).

Sharing a Route

You can share routes with other Tread devices.

1 Select > Share Route.

2 Select an option:

• To share a route using Tread, select Garmin Tread™.

• To share a route using a Bluetooth connection, select Bluetooth.

• To copy the route to a microSD card, select Memory Card.

3 Select a route.

4 Select Done.

5 Follow the on-screen instructions on your Tread device to complete the sharing process.

TracBack

Following Your Recent Track

The TracBack feature records the most recent segment of your movement. You can retrace your recent track

back to a previous location.

1 Select > TracBack.

Your recent track appears on the map.

2 Select Go!.

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Saving Your Recent Track as a Trip

You can save your recent track as a trip, which you can navigate later using the trip planner (Navigating to a

Saved Route, page 27).

1 Select TracBack.

Your recent track appears on the map.

2 Select > Save as Trip.

3 Enter a name, and select Done.

Viewing the Weather Forecast

NOTICE

Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the weather data.

Before you can use this feature, your device must be receiving weather data. You can connect your device to the

Tread app to receive weather data (Pairing Your Phone and Headset, page 38).

1 Select > Weather.

The device shows the current weather conditions and a forecast for the next several days.

2 Select a day.

The detailed forecast for that day appears.

Viewing Weather Near a Different City

1 Select > Weather > Current Location.

2 Select an option:

• To view weather for a favorite city, select a city in the list.

• To add a favorite city, select Add City, and enter a city name.

Viewing the Weather Radar

Before you can use this feature, your device must be connected to a supported phone running the Tread app

(Pairing Your Phone and Headset, page 38).

1 Select > Weather Radar.

2 Select to animate the radar map.

Viewing Weather Alerts

Before you can use this feature, your device must be connected to a supported phone running the Tread app

(Pairing Your Phone and Headset, page 38).

NOTE: This feature is not available in all areas.

While you are traveling with your device, weather alerts may appear on the map. You can also view a map of

weather alerts near your current location or near a selected city.

1 Select > Weather.

2 If necessary, select a city.

3 Select > Weather Alerts.

Checking Road Conditions

Before you can use this feature, your device must be connected to a supported phone running the Tread app

(Pairing Your Phone and Headset, page 38).

You can view weather-related road conditions for the roads in your area, on your route, or in another city.

1 Select

> Weather.

2 If necessary, select a city.

3 Select > Road Conditions.

28 Using the Apps

Creating a Round-Trip Route

The device can create a round-trip route using a specified starting location and a distance, duration, or

destination.

1 From the main menu, select > Round Trip.

2 Select Start Location.

3 Select a location, and select Select.

4 Select Trip Attributes.

5 Select an option:

• Select Choose a Distance to plan your route by distance.

• Select Choose a Duration to plan your route based on time.

• Select Choose a Destination to plan your route based on a specified location.

6 Select Next.

7 Enter a distance, duration, or destination.

8 Select an option:

• If you entered a distance or duration, select Done.

• If you selected a destination, select Select.

9 Select Add a Direction.

10 Select a direction, and select Next.

11 Select Road Type.

12 Select a road type, and select Save.

13 Select Calculate.

14 Select one or more options:

• Select to view elevation statistics along your route.

• Select to shape your route.

• Use the slider to increase or decrease the level of adventure on your route.

15 Select a route, and select Go!.

Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations

Before you can use this feature, you must enable the travel history feature (Device and Privacy Settings,

page 61).

You can view your previous routes and places you have stopped on the map.

Select > Where I've Been.

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Garmin PowerSwitch

™

App

Opens the app settings menu

Enters editing mode to customize the app layout and functions

Turns off all outputs

Power buttons

Activates each connected output

Displays input voltage

Displays the total amperage of the selected Garmin PowerSwitch device

Displays the device name

Displays Garmin PowerSwitch device tabs and custom layout tabs

Activating a Power Switch

Before you can use the Garmin PowerSwitch app to activate a switch, you must install your Garmin

PowerSwitch device in your vehicle and pair it with the Garmin PowerSwitch app.

From the Garmin PowerSwitch app, select a power button to turn a switch on or off.

Turning Off All Switches

Select .

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Customizing a Button

1 From the Garmin PowerSwitch app screen, select .

The app enters editing mode.

2 Select on the button you want to customize.

3 Select an option:

• To change the name of the button, select the Button Label field, and enter a name.

• To add an icon to the button, select the Icon field, and select an icon.

• To change the button color, select a color.

• To change the button mode, select a button mode.

• To adjust the intensity of the switch, use the slider.

• To set the button to activate with a control input, select a control input.

4 Select .

5 Select Done.

Assigning a Switch to a Control Input

Before you can use control input functions, you must connect a control input to your Garmin PowerSwitch

device (Connecting a Control Input, page 73).

You can assign one or more switches to turn on when the Garmin PowerSwitch device receives a signal from a

control input.

1 Select .

2 Select your Garmin PowerSwitch device.

3 Select a control input.

4 Select one or more switches.

Adding a Custom Layout

You can add a custom layout tab to the Garmin PowerSwitch app. Buttons added to a custom layout can control

multiple switches at the same time.

1 From the Garmin PowerSwitch app, select .

The device enters editing mode.

2 Select .

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Adding a Button to a Custom Layout

1 From the Garmin PowerSwitch app, select a custom layout tab.

2 Select .

The app enters editing mode.

3 Select Add Button.

4 On the new button, select .

5 Select an option:

• To change the name of the button, select the Button Label field, and enter a name.

• To add an icon to the button, select the Icon field, and select an icon.

• To change the button color, select a color.

6 Select Add Action.

7 If necessary, select a Garmin PowerSwitch device and a switch.

8 Select an action:

• To set the button to turn the switch on or off with each press, select Toggle.

• To set the button to turn on the switch, select Turn On.

• To set the button to turn off the switch, select Turn Off.

9 Select a button mode:

• To set the button to activate with one touch, select Normal.

• To set the button to activate only while touching the button, select Momentary.

• To set the button to turn on and off repeatedly, select Strobe, and select time intervals.

10 If applicable, use the slider to set the brightness of lights.

11 Select .

12 If necessary, select Add Action to add additional actions for the button.

You can add one action for every switch on the Garmin PowerSwitch device.

Arranging Buttons In a Custom Layout

1 From the Garmin PowerSwitch app, select a custom layout tab.

2 Select .

The app enters editing mode.

3 On the button you want to move, hold , and drag the button to a new location.

Deleting a Custom Layout or Button

1 From the Garmin PowerSwitch app, select a custom layout tab.

2 Select .

The app enters editing mode.

3 Select an option:

• To delete a button, select on the button you want to delete.

• To delete a layout tab, select on the layout tab.

Routines

Routines automate your Garmin PowerSwitch device. When you define a routine on your compatible Garmin

navigation device, it turns switches on or off automatically when the conditions of the routine are met. For

example, you can set a routine to turn on a switch at specific time each day or when your vehicle reaches a

specific speed. Routines are available only when using a compatible Garmin navigation device.

32 Using the Apps

Adding a Routine

1 From the Garmin PowerSwitch app, select > Routines.

2 If necessary, select Add Routine.

3 Select When.

4 Select a trigger:

• To set a switch to trigger when your vehicle reaches a specific speed, select Speed > Next, and follow the

on-screen instructions to enter speed thresholds.

• To set a switch to trigger at a specific time each day, select Time > Next, and enter a time.

• To set a switch to trigger at sunrise, select Sunrise.

• To set a switch to trigger at sunset, select Sunset.

5 Select Add Action.

6 Select a device, a switch, an action, and a button mode.

7 If necessary, use the slider to adjust the dimmer.

8 Select Save.

Editing a Routine

1 From the Garmin PowerSwitch app, select > Routines.

2 Select on the routine you want to edit.

3 Select an option:

• To change the trigger for the routine, select When, and select a trigger.

• To change an action, select on the action you want to change, and update the action.

• To add an action to the routine, select Add Action, and enter information about the action.

4 Select Save.

Deleting a Routine

1 From the Garmin PowerSwitch app, select > Routines.

2 Select on the routine you want to delete.

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Tread Audio App

Before you can use the controls in the Tread Audio app, you must install your Tread Audio Box and Tread 6.5"

XS-LED Tower Speakers in your vehicle and pair the Tread Audio Box with the Tread Audio app.

Displays information about the currently playing media, such as title, artist, album, station, or channel.

Displays progress through the current media item.

Displays playback controls. The controls change based on the service providing the media.

Displays the current audio source. indicates the media is being played by another media app on your

phone and sent to the device using a Bluetooth media connection.

Opens the LED controls.

Opens the app settings menu.

Opens the volume zone controls.

Mutes the audio.

Increases or decreases the volume.

LED Controls

The LED controls allow you to control the LED lights on your connected Tread 6.5" XS-LED Tower Speakers and

optional, addressable LEDs. You can set the color of the LEDs, sync the LEDs to your music or the speed of your

vehicle, and display a call sign color during a group ride.

34 Using the Apps

Enabling LED Groups

By default, the controls for LED groups RGB 1 and RGB 2 are enabled. Enabling an LED group allows you to use

the LED lighting controls for that group. You can enable the LED group for the Tread 6.5" XS-LED Tower

Speakers or any additional speakers or addressable LEDs after you set up and pair them with your Tread Audio

Box.

1 Select .

2 Select the LED group.

Changing the Media Source

You can change the source from which media is played on your device.

1 Select the current media source .

2 Select an available media source from the list.

LED Light Settings

Select .

Set Color: Sets the color of the LED lights.

Music Sync: Syncs the LED lights to music playback.

Speed Sync: Syncs the LED lights to the vehicle's speed.

Group Ride Sync: Sets the LED lights to display a call sign color during a group ride.

Audio Zone Settings

Select > Stereo Settings > Audio Zones, and if necessary, select a zone.

Zone Name: Sets the name of the zone.

Loud: Boosts the high and low frequencies.

Subwoofer Filter: Sets the low-pass frequency of the subwoofer.

Bass: Sets the relative volume of low-frequency audio.

Middle: Sets the relative volume of middle-frequency audio.

Treble: Sets the relative volume of high-frequency audio.

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.

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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

1 Select > Dog Tracking.

The dogs connected to your handheld dog device appear on the screen.

2 Select a dog.

The dog's location and track log appear on the map.

3 Select Go! to navigate to your dog.

Dog Status Icons

Icons indicate the status and location of your dogs.

Sitting

Running

On point

Treed

Unknown*

Collar battery low

Collar connection lost

Collar GPS reception lost

*The unknown status icon indicates the collar has not acquired a satellite signal and the handheld device

cannot determine the location of the dog.

Viewing Your Dogs on the Map

1 While viewing the map, select anywhere on the map.

2 Select .

The device zooms to show all of your dogs on the screen.

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Live Services, Traffic, and Smartphone Features

WARNING

Do not read or interact with notifications while driving, because doing so can cause distraction which could lead

to an accident resulting in serious personal injury or death.

NOTICE

Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the traffic information.

The Tread app allows your device to receive smart notifications and live information, such as live traffic data

and weather information.

Live traffic data: Sends live traffic data to your device, such as traffic incidents and delays, construction zones,

and road closings (Traffic, page 47).

Weather information: Sends real-time weather forecasts, road conditions, and weather radar to your device

(Viewing the Weather Forecast, page 28).

Smart Notifications: Displays phone notifications and messages on your device. This feature is not available for

all languages.

Hands-Free calling: Allows you to place and receive phone calls through the device using your connected

Bluetooth headset.

Send locations to device: Allows you to send locations from your smartphone to your navigation device.

Bluetooth Feature Status Icons

Status icons appear in the Bluetooth settings next to each paired device.

Select > Wireless Networks.

• A gray icon indicates the feature is disabled or disconnected for that device.

• A colored icon indicates the feature is connected and active for that device.

Hands-free calling

Smart notifications

Tread features and services

Media streaming

Headset is connected

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Pairing Your Phone and Headset

The first time you turn on your device, you are prompted to pair your phone and headset. If necessary, you can

complete setup at a later time by selecting > Complete Setup. You must pair your Tread device with your

phone and Bluetooth headset to use several Bluetooth features. After the devices are paired, they connect

automatically when they are turned on and within range.

Some features also require the Tread app. You can connect to the Tread app during the pairing process or later.

1 Place the Tread device and your headset or phone within 3 m (10 ft.) of each other.

2 On your headset or phone, enable Bluetooth wireless technology, and set it to be discoverable.

See your headset or phone's owner's manual for more information.

3 On the Tread device, select > Wireless Networks.

4 If necessary, select the check box to enable Bluetooth.

5 Select Search for Devices and choose your headset or phone from the list of nearby devices.

6 Follow the on-screen instructions to pair your headset or phone with your device.

Smart Notifications

While your device is connected to the Tread app, you can view notifications from your smartphone on your

Tread device, such as text messages, incoming calls, and calendar appointments.

NOTE: You may need to wait a few minutes to receive notifications on your navigation device after it connects

to the Tread app. appears colored in the Bluetooth settings when smart notifications are connected and

active (Bluetooth Feature Status Icons, page 37).

Receiving Notifications

WARNING

Do not read or interact with notifications while driving, because doing so can cause distraction that could lead

to an accident resulting in serious personal injury or death.

Before you can use this feature, your device must be connected to a supported phone running the Tread app

(Pairing Your Phone and Headset, page 38).

From most pages, a popup appears when the device receives a notification from your smartphone. If the device

is moving, you must verify you are a passenger and not the driver before you can view notifications.

NOTE: If you are viewing the map, notifications appear in a map tool.

• To ignore a notification, select OK.

The popup closes, but the notification remains active on your phone.

• To view a notification, select View.

• To listen to the notification, select View > Play.

The device reads the notification using text-to-speech technology. This feature is not available for all

languages.

• To perform additional actions, such as dismissing the notification from your phone, select View, and select

an option.

NOTE: Additional actions are available for only some notification types and must be supported by the app

generating the notification.

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Receiving Notifications while Viewing the Map

WARNING

Do not read or interact with notifications while driving, because doing so can cause distraction that could lead

to an accident resulting in serious personal injury or death.

Before you can use this feature, your device must be connected to a supported phone running the Tread app

(Pairing Your Phone and Headset, page 38).

When you are viewing the map, new notifications appear in a map tool at the edge of the screen. If the device is

moving, you must verify you are a passenger and not the driver before you can view notifications.

• To ignore a notification, select , or wait for popup to expire.

The popup closes, but the notification remains active on your phone.

• To view a notification, select the notification text.

• To listen to the notification, select Play Message.

The device reads the notification using text-to-speech technology. This feature is not available for all

languages.

Viewing the List of Notifications

You can view a list of all active notifications.

1 Select > Smart Notifications.

The list of notifications appears. Unread notifications appear black, and previously read notifications appear

gray.

2 Select an option:

• To view a notification, select the notification description.

• To listen to a notification, select .

The device reads the notification using text-to-speech technology. This feature is not available for all

languages.

Hands-Free Calling

NOTE: While most phones and headsets are supported and can be used, a particular phone or headset cannot

be guaranteed to be compatible. All features may not be available for your phone.

Using Bluetooth wireless technology, your device can connect to your compatible mobile phone and wireless

headset or helmet to become a hands-free device. To check compatibility, go to www.garmin.com/bluetooth.

Placing a Call

1 Select > Phone.

2 Select an option:

• To dial a number, select Dial, enter the phone number, and select Dial.

• To view numbers of recent, missed, or recently dialed or received calls, select Call History, select a log,

select a number, and select Call to dial it.

• To call a contact from your phone book, select Phone Book, select a contact, and select Call.

• To call a point of interest location such as a restaurant or attraction, select Browse Categories, select a

category, select a location, and select Call.

Calling Home

Before you can call home, you must enter a phone number for your home location.

Select > Phone > Call Home.

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Placing a Call Using Voice Dial

1 Select > Phone > Voice Dial.

2 Listen for the voice prompt.

3 Say Call, and say the contact name, phone number, or location you want to call.

Using In-Call Options

In-call options appear on the map when you answer a call. Some options may not be compatible with your

phone.

TIP: If you close the in-call options page, you can open it again by selecting from any screen. You can also

select > Phone from the map.

• To set up a conference call, select Add Call.

• To transfer audio to your phone, select Call in Progress on Navigator.

TIP: You can use this feature if you want to disconnect the Bluetooth connection and remain on the call, or if

you need privacy.

• To use the dial pad, select Keypad.

TIP: You can use this feature to use automated systems, such as voice mail.

• To mute the microphone, select Mute.

• To hang up, select End Call.

Setting Up Bluetooth Features for Your Apple

Device

By default, all compatible Bluetooth features are enabled when you pair your phone. You can enable, disable, or

customize certain features.

Disabling Bluetooth Features (iPhone

)

By default, all compatible Bluetooth features are enabled when you pair your phone. You can disable specific

Bluetooth features and remain connected to the other features.

1 Select > Wireless Networks.

2 Select an option:

• To disable all Bluetooth features, clear the Bluetooth check box.

• To disable hands-free calling, select the phone name, and clear the Phone calls check box.

Setting Up Bluetooth Features for Your Smartphone with Android

™

By default, all compatible Bluetooth features are enabled when you pair your phone. You can enable, disable, or

customize certain features.

Disabling Bluetooth Features (Android)

By default, all compatible Bluetooth features are enabled when you pair your phone. You can disable specific

Bluetooth features and remain connected to the other features.

1 Select > Wireless Networks.

2 Select an option:

• To disable all Bluetooth features, clear the Bluetooth check box.

• To disable only hands-free calling, select the phone name and clear the Phone calls check box.

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Enabling or Disabling Bluetooth Features for Your Headset

By default, all compatible Bluetooth features are enabled when you pair your headset. You can enable or disable

certain features.

1 Select > Wireless Networks.

2 Select the headset name.

3 Select an option:

• To disconnect the headset, clear the Headset check box.

• To disable audio from streaming media, clear the Media Audio check box.

Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device

You can temporarily disconnect a Bluetooth device without deleting it from the paired devices list. The

Bluetooth device can connect to your Tread device automatically in the future.

1 Select > Wireless Networks.

2 Select the device to disconnect.

3 Select Disconnect.

Deleting a Paired Phone

You can delete a paired phone to prevent it from automatically connecting to your device in the future.

1 Select > Wireless Networks.

2 Select the phone, and select Forget Device.

Street Navigation

Starting a Route

1 Select Search, and search for a location.

2 Select a location.

3 Select an option:

• To start navigating using the recommended route, select Go!.

• To choose an alternate route, select , and select a route.

Alternate routes appear to the right of the map.

• To edit the course of the route, select > Edit Route, and add shaping points to the route (Shaping Your

Route, page 44).

The device calculates a route to the location and guides you using voice prompts and information on the map

(Your Route on the Map, page 42). A preview of the major roads in your route appears at the edge of the map

for several seconds.

If you need to stop at additional destinations, you can add the locations to your route (Adding a Location to Your

Route, page 43).

Starting a Route by Using the Map

You can start a route by selecting a location from the map.

1 Select View Map.

2 Drag and zoom the map to display the area to search.

3 Select a location on the map.

4 Select Go!.

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Your Route on the Map

As you travel, the device guides you to your destination using voice prompts and information on the map.

Instructions for your next turn or exit, or other actions appear across the top of the map.

Next action in the route. Indicates the next turn, exit, or other action and the lane in which you should

travel, if available.

Distance to the next action.

Name of the street or exit associated with the next action.

Route highlighted on the map.

Next action in the route. Arrows on the map indicate the location of upcoming actions.

Vehicle speed.

Name of the road on which you are traveling.

Estimated arrival time.

TIP: You can touch this field to change the information it shows.

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.

42 Street Navigation

Active Lane Guidance

As you approach some turns, exits, or interchanges in your route, a detailed simulation of the road appears

beside the map, if available. A colored line indicates the proper lane for the turn.

Viewing Turns and Directions

While navigating a route, you can view upcoming turns, lane changes, or other directions for your route.

1 From the map, select an option:

• To view upcoming turns and directions as you navigate, select

> Turns.

The map tool displays the next several turns or directions beside the map. The list updates automatically

as you navigate the route.

• To view the complete list of turns and directions for the entire route, select the text bar at the top of the

map.

2 Select a turn or direction (optional).

Detailed information appears. An image of the junction may appear for junctions on major roadways, if

available.

Viewing the Entire Route on the Map

1 While navigating a route, select anywhere on the map.

2 Select .

Changing Your Active Route

Adding a Location to Your Route

Before you can add a location to your route, you must be navigating a route (Starting a Route, page 41).

You can add locations to the middle or end of your route. For example, you can add a fuel station as the next

destination in your route.

1 From the map, select > Search.

2 Search for a location.

3 Select a location.

4 Select Go!.

5 Select an option:

• To add the location as the next destination in your route, select Add as Next Stop.

• To add the location to the end of your route, select Add as Last Stop.

• To add the location and edit the order of destinations in your route, select Add to Active Route.

The device re-calculates the route to include the added location and guides you to the destinations in order.

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Shaping Your Route

Before you can shape your route, you must start a route (Starting a Route, page 41).

You can manually shape your route to change its course. This allows you to direct the route to use a certain

road or go through a certain area without adding a destination to the route.

1 Touch anywhere on the map.

2 Select Shape Route.

TIP: You can select to zoom in on the map and select a more precise location.

The device enters route shaping mode and recalculates the route to travel through the selected location.

3 Select Go!.

4 If necessary, select an option:

• To add more shaping points to the route, select additional locations on the map.

• To remove a shaping point, select the shaping point and select Remove.

Avoiding Delays, Tolls, and Areas

Avoiding Traffic Delays on Your Route

Before you can avoid traffic delays, you must be receiving traffic information.

By default, the device optimizes your route to avoid traffic delays automatically. If you have disabled this option

in the traffic settings (Traffic Settings, page 61), you can view and avoid traffic delays manually.

1 While navigating a route, select > Traffic.

2 Select Alternate Route, if available.

3 Select Go!.

Avoiding Toll Roads

Your device can avoid routing you through areas that require tolls, such as toll roads, toll bridges, or congestion

areas. The device may still include a toll area in your route if no other reasonable routes are available.

1 Select > Navigation.

2 Select an option:

NOTE: The menu changes based on your area and the map data on your device.

• Select Toll Roads.

• Select Tolls and Fees > Toll Roads.

3 Select an option:

• To be asked each time before routing through a toll area, select Always Ask.

• To always avoid tolls, select Avoid.

• To always allow tolls, select Allow.

4 Select Save.

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Avoiding Toll Stickers

If the map data on your device contains detailed toll sticker information, you can avoid or allow roads that

require toll stickers for each country.

NOTE: This feature is not available in all areas.

1 Select > Navigation > Tolls and Fees > Toll Stickers.

2 Select a country.

3 Select an option:

• To be asked each time before routing through an area that requires toll stickers, select Always Ask.

• To always avoid roads that require toll stickers, select Avoid.

• To always allow roads that require toll stickers, select Allow.

4 Select Save.

Avoiding Road Features

1 Select > Navigation > Avoidances.

2 Select the road features to avoid on your routes, and select Save.

Custom Avoidances

Custom avoidances allow you to select specific areas or sections of road to avoid. When the device calculates a

route, it avoids these areas and roads unless no other reasonable route is available.

Avoiding a Road

1 Select > Navigation > Custom Avoidances.

2 If necessary, select Add Avoidance.

3 Select Add Avoid Road.

4 Select the starting point of the section of road to avoid, and select Next.

5 Select the ending point of the road section, and select Next.

6 Select Done.

Avoiding an Area

1 Select > Navigation > Custom Avoidances.

2 If necessary, select Add Avoidance.

3 Select Add Avoid Area.

4 Select the upper-left corner of the area to avoid, and select Next.

5 Select the lower-right corner of the area to avoid, and select Next.

The selected area is shaded on the map.

6 Select Done.

Disabling a Custom Avoidance

You can disable a custom avoidance without deleting it.

1 Select > Navigation > Custom Avoidances.

2 Select an avoidance.

3 Select > Disable.

Deleting Custom Avoidances

1 Select > Navigation > Custom Avoidances > .

2 Select an option:

• To delete all custom avoidances, select Select All > Delete.

• To delete one custom avoidance, select the avoidance, and select Delete.

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Arriving at Your Destination

When you approach your destination, the device provides information to help you complete your route.

• indicates the location of your destination on the map, and a voice prompt announces you are approaching

your destination.

• When you approach some destinations, the device automatically prompts you to search for parking. You can

select Yes to find nearby parking areas (Parking Near Your Destination, page 47).

• When you stop at your destination, the device automatically ends the route. If the device does not detect your

arrival automatically, you can select Stop to end your route.

Changing the Route Calculation Mode

1 Select > Navigation > Calculation Mode.

2 Select an option:

• Select Faster Time to calculate routes on streets that are faster to drive but can be longer in distance.

• Select Straight Line to calculate off-road, point-to-point routes in a straight line.

• Select Shorter Distance to calculate routes on streets that are shorter in distance but can take more time

to drive.

Taking a Route Using Garmin Adventurous Routing

™

Your device can calculate adventurous routes that prefer curvy roads, hills, and fewer highways. This feature

can provide a more enjoyable ride, but it may increase the time or distance to your destination. The Garmin

Adventurous Routing feature is not compatible with off-road trails.

NOTE: This feature is not available on all device models or for all map regions.

1 Select Search > Categories.

2 If necessary, select a subcategory.

3 Select a location.

4 Select .

5 Use the slider to increase or decrease the level of adventure of your route.

6 Select Go!

Taking a Detour

You can take a detour for a specified distance along your route or detour around specific roads. This is useful if

you encounter construction zones, closed roads, or poor road conditions.

1 From the map, select > Edit Route.

2 Select an option:

• To detour your route for a specific distance, select Detour by Distance.

• To detour around a specific road on the route, select Detour by Road.

Going Home

The first time you start a route home, the device prompts you to enter your home location.

1 Select Search > Go Home.

2 If necessary, enter your home location.

Editing Your Home Location

1 Select Search > > Set Home Location.

2 Enter your home location.

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Parking Near Your Destination

Your device can help you find a parking spot near your destination. When you approach some destinations, the

device automatically prompts you to search for parking.

1 Select an option:

• When the device prompts you, select Yes to search for nearby parking.

• If the device does not prompt you, select Search > Categories > Parking, and select > My Destination.

2 Select a parking location, and select Go! > Add as Next Stop.

The device guides you to the parking area.

Traffic

NOTICE

Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the traffic information.

Your device can provide information about traffic on the road ahead or on your route. You can set your device to

avoid traffic when calculating routes, and to find a new route to your destination if a large traffic delay occurs on

your active route (Traffic Settings, page 61). The traffic map allows you to browse the map for traffic delays in

your area.

To provide traffic information, your device must be receiving traffic data.

• All product models can receive subscription-free traffic data using the Tread app.

Traffic data is not available in all areas. For information about traffic coverage areas, go to garmin.com/traffic.

Receiving Traffic Data Using Your Smartphone

Your device can receive subscription-free traffic data while connected to a smartphone running the Tread app.

1 Connect your device to the Tread app (Pairing Your Phone and Headset, page 38).

2 On your Tread device, select > Traffic, and verify the Traffic option is selected.

Viewing Traffic on the Map

The traffic map shows color-coded traffic flow and delays on nearby roads.

1 From the main menu, select > Traffic.

2 If necessary, select > Legend to view the legend for the traffic map.

Searching for Traffic Incidents

1 From the main menu, select > Traffic.

2 Select > Incidents.

3 Select an item in the list.

4 If there is more than one incident, use the arrows to view additional incidents.

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Finding and Saving Locations

The maps loaded in your device contain locations, such as restaurants, hotels, auto services, and detailed street

information. The Search menu helps you find your destination by providing several methods to browse, search,

and save this information.

From the main menu, select Search.

• To quickly search all locations on your device, select Search (Finding a Location Using the Search Bar,

page 48).

• To find an address, select Address.

• To browse or search pre-loaded points of interest by category, select Categories (Finding a Location by

Category, page 49).

• To search near a different city or area, select next to the current search area (Changing the Search Area,

page 51).

• To view and edit your saved locations, select Saved (Saving Locations, page 55).

• To view locations you have recently selected from the search results, select Recent (Viewing Recently Found

Locations, page 54).

• To search for RV parks and campgrounds, select Ultimate Public Campgrounds (Finding Ultimate

Campgrounds Points of Interest, page 53).

• To browse and search Tripadvisor

points of interest and reviews, select Tripadvisor (Finding Tripadvisor

Points of Interest, page 54).

• To browse and search HISTORY

points of interest, photos, and information, select HISTORY® (Finding

HISTORY Points of Interest, page 53).

• To find national parks and explore park maps, select National Parks (Finding National Parks, page 53).

• To navigate to specific geographic coordinates, select Coordinates (Finding a Location Using Coordinates,

page 52).

Finding a Location Using the Search Bar

You can use the search bar to search for locations by entering a category, brand name, address, or city name.

1 Select Search.

2 Select Search in the search bar.

3 Enter all or part of the search term.

Suggested search terms appear below the search bar.

4 Select an option:

• To search for a type of business, enter a category name (for example, "movie theaters").

• To search for a business name, enter all or part of the name.

• To search for an address near you, enter the house number and street name.

• To search for an address in another city, enter the house number, street name, city, and state.

• To search for a city, enter the city and state.

• To search for coordinates, enter latitude and longitude coordinates.

5 Select an option:

• To search using a suggested search term, select the term.

• To search using the text you entered, select .

6 If necessary, select a location.

Points of Interest

A point of interest is a place that you may find useful or interesting. Points of interest are organized by category

and can include popular travel destinations such as gas stations, restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues.

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Finding a Location by Category

1 Select Search.

2 Select a category, or select Categories.

3 If necessary, select a subcategory.

4 Select a location.

Navigating to Points of Interest Within a Venue

NOTE: This feature may not be available in all areas or for all product models.

You can create a route to a point of interest (POI) within a larger venue, such as a store in a shopping mall or a

specific terminal in an airport.

1 Select Search > Search.

2 Enter the name of the venue, and select .

3 Select the venue, and select .

4 Select Explore this Venue, and select a category such as restaurants, car rentals, or terminals to view

locations within the venue.

5 Select the POI, and select Go!.

The device creates a route to the parking area or venue entrance closest to the POI. When you arrive at the

destination, a checkered flag indicates the recommended parking area. A labeled point indicates the location of

the POI within the venue.

Viewing Your Garmin Explore Points of Interest

1 From the main menu, select Explore.

2 Select a data type.

3 Select an item to view the details.

Synchronizing Garmin Explore Account Data

Before you can synchronize account data, you must connect to the Tread app and enable Garmin Explore.

You can synchronize data, such as tracks, with your Garmin Explore account. This can be helpful to keep your

data available on each of your compatible devices. Your device periodically synchronizes data with your

account automatically. You can also synchronize data manually at any time.

1 From the main menu, select Explore.

2 Select > Sync Explore Data.

Finding and Saving Locations 49

Location Search Results

By default, the location search results appear in a list, with the nearest location at the top. You can scroll down

to view more results.

Select a location to view the option menu.

Select to view detailed information about the selected location.

Select to find parking areas near the location.

Select to view alternate routes to the locations.

Select to start navigating to the location using Garmin Adventurous Routing.

Go!

Select to start navigating to the location using the recommended route.

Select to view the search results on the map.

50 Finding and Saving Locations

Location Search Results on the Map

You can view the results of a location search on the map instead of in a list.

From the location search results, select . The nearest location appears at the center of the map, and basic

information about the selected location appears at the bottom of the map.

Drag the map to view additional search results.

Additional search results. Select to view another location.

Selected location summary. Select to view detailed information about the selected location.

Go!

Select to start navigating to the location using the recommended route.

Select to view the search results in a list.

Changing the Search Area

By default, the device searches near your current location. You can also search other areas, such as near your

destination, near another city, or along your active route.

1 Select Search.

2 Select .

3 Select an option.

Finding Parking Near Your Current Location

1 Select Search > Parking.

2 Select a parking location.

3 Select Go!.

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Finding Parking Near a Specified Location

1 Select Search.

2 Search for a location.

3 From the location search results, select a location.

4 Select .

A list of parking areas near the selected location appears.

5 Select a parking location.

6 Select Go!.

Search Tools

Search tools allow you to search for specific types of locations by responding to on-screen prompts.

Finding an Address

NOTE: The order of the steps may change depending on the map data loaded on your device.

1 Select Search.

2 If necessary, select to search near a different city or area.

3 Select Address.

4 Follow the on-screen instructions to enter address information.

5 Select the address.

Finding an Intersection

You can search for an intersection or junction between two streets, highways, or other roads.

1 Select Search > Intersections.

2 Follow the on-screen instructions to enter street information.

3 Select the intersection.

Finding a Location Using Coordinates

You can find a location using latitude and longitude coordinates.

1 Select Search > Coordinates.

2 If necessary, select , and change the coordinate format or datum.

3 Select Coordinates.

4 Enter the latitude and longitude coordinates, and select Done.

5 Select an option:

• To save the coordinates as a location, select Save.

• To start a route to the coordinates, select Go!.

Finding Fuel Stations and Prices

Before you can use this feature, your device must be connected to a supported phone running the Tread app

(Pairing Your Phone and Headset, page 38).

You can find nearby fuel stations and compare fuel prices.

1 Select > Fuel Prices.

2 If necessary, select > Fuel Type, select a fuel type, and select Save.

3 Select a fuel station.

52 Finding and Saving Locations

Finding HISTORY Points of Interest

NOTE: This feature is not available on all product models or for all map regions.

NOTICE

You are responsible for understanding and complying with any applicable rules, laws, or regulations associated

with campsites and points of interest.

Your device includes HISTORY points of interest, which allow you to find and learn about historically significant

locations and attractions, such as historic buildings, monuments, museums, and notable locations of historic

events.

1 Select Search > HISTORY®.

2 Select a category.

3 Select a location.

4 Select to view a photo and a short summary of the location's history.

Finding National Parks

Device models that include maps for North America or the United States also include detailed information for

national parks in the United States. You can navigate to a national park or to a location within a national park.

NOTICE

You are responsible for understanding and complying with any applicable rules, laws, or regulations associated

with national parks.

1 Select Search > National Parks.

A list of national parks appears, with the nearest park at the top.

2 Select Search, and enter all or part of the park name to narrow the results (optional).

3 Select a national park.

A list of categories for locations of features and amenities within the park appears below the park name.

4 Select an option:

• To start navigating to the park, select Go!.

• To view more park information or explore the park features and amenities, select .

• To quickly find a location within the park, select a category from the list below the park name, and select a

location.

Finding Ultimate Campgrounds Points of Interest

NOTE: This feature is not available in all areas.

NOTICE

You are responsible for understanding and complying with any applicable rules, laws, or regulations associated

with campsites and points of interest.

Your device includes Ultimate Campgrounds points of interest, which allow you to find public campgrounds near

your location.

1 Select Search > Ultimate Public Campgrounds.

2 If necessary, select Search Filters, select one or more search filters, and select Search.

3 Select a location.

Finding and Saving Locations 53

Finding iOverlander

™

Points of Interest

NOTICE

You are responsible for understanding and complying with any applicable rules, laws, or regulations associated

with campsites and points of interest.

Your device includes iOverlander points of interest, which allow you to find points of interest useful for

overlanding, such as camp sites, repair services, and lodging.

1 Select Search > iOverlander.

2 Select a category.

3 Select a location.

Finding Powersport Points of Interest

NOTICE

You are responsible for understanding and complying with any applicable rules, laws, or regulations associated

with points of interest.

Your device includes powersport points of interest, which allow you to find points of interest useful for

powersports, such as vehicle dealers and shops.

1 Select Search > Powersport Locations.

2 Select a location.

Tripadvisor

NOTICE

Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the Tripadvisor information.

You are responsible for understanding and complying with any applicable rules, laws, or regulations associated

with points of interest.

Your device includes Tripadvisor traveler ratings. Tripadvisor ratings appear automatically in the search results

list for restaurants, hotels, and attractions. You can also search for nearby Tripadvisor points of interest and

sort by distance or popularity.

Finding Tripadvisor Points of Interest

1 Select Search > Tripadvisor.

2 Select a category.

A list of nearby Tripadvisor points of interest for the category appears.

3 Select Sort Results to sort the search results by distance or popularity (optional).

Viewing Recently Found Locations

Your device stores a history of the last 50 locations you have found.

Select Search > Recent.

Clearing the List of Recently Found Locations

Select Search > Recent > > Clear > Yes.

Viewing Current Location Information

You can use the Where Am I? page to view information about your current location. This feature is helpful if you

need to tell emergency personnel your location.

From the map, select the vehicle.

54 Finding and Saving Locations

Finding Emergency Services and Fuel

You can use the Where Am I? page to find the nearest hospitals, police stations, and fuel stations.

1 From the map, select the vehicle.

2 Select Hospitals, Police Stations, Fuel, or Roadside Assist..

NOTE: Some service categories are not available in all areas.

A list of locations for the selected service appears, with the nearest locations at the top.

3 Select a location.

4 Select an option:

• To navigate to the location, select Go!.

• To view the phone number and other location details, select .

Getting Directions to Your Current Location

If you need to tell another person how to get to your current location, your device can give you a list of

directions.

1 From the map, select the vehicle.

2 Select > Directions to Me.

3 Select a starting location.

4 Select Select.

Adding a Shortcut

You can add shortcuts to the Where To? menu. A shortcut can point to a location, a category, or a search tool.

The Where To? menu can contain up to 36 shortcut icons.

1 Select Search > Add Shortcut.

2 Select an item.

Removing a Shortcut

1 Select Search > > Remove Shortcut(s).

2 Select a shortcut to remove.

3 Select the shortcut again to confirm.

4 Select Done.

Saving Locations

Saving a Location

1 Search for a location (Finding a Location by Category, page 49).

2 From the search results, select a location.

3 Select > Save.

4 Enter a name, and select Done.

Saving Your Current Location

1 From the map, select the vehicle icon.

2 Select Save.

3 Enter a name, and select Done.

4 Select OK.

Finding and Saving Locations 55

Editing a Saved Location

1 Select Search > Saved.

2 If necessary, select a category.

3 Select a location.

4 Select .

5 Select > Edit.

6 Select an option:

• Select Name.

• Select Phone Number.

• Select Categories to assign categories to the saved location.

• Select Map Symbol to change the symbol used to mark the saved location on a map.

7 Edit the information.

8 Select Done.

Assigning Categories to a Saved Location

You can add custom categories to organize your saved locations.

NOTE: Categories appear in the saved locations menu after you have saved at least 12 locations.

1 Select Search > Saved.

2 Select a location.

3 Select .

4 Select > Edit > Categories.

5 Enter one or more category names, separated by commas.

6 If necessary, select a suggested category.

7 Select Done.

Deleting a Saved Location

NOTE: Deleted locations cannot be recovered.

1 Select Search > Saved.

2 Select > Delete Saved Places.

3 Select the box next to the saved locations to delete, and select Delete.

56 Finding and Saving Locations

Rider Awareness Features and Alerts

CAUTION

The rider alerts and speed limit features are for information only and do not replace your responsibility to abide

by all posted speed limit signs and to use safe driving judgment at all times. Garmin is not responsible for any

traffic fines or citations you receive for failing to follow all applicable traffic laws and signs.

Your device provides features that can help encourage safer riding, even when you are riding in a familiar area.

The device plays an audible tone or message and displays information for each alert. You can enable or disable

the audible tone or message for each type of alert. Not all alerts are available in all areas.

School zone or nearby school: The device plays a tone and displays the distance to and speed limit (if available)

for an upcoming school or school zone.

Speed limit reduction: The device plays a tone and displays the upcoming reduced speed limit so you can be

prepared to reduce your speed.

Speeding alert: The device plays a tone and displays a red border on the speed limit icon when you exceed the

posted speed limit for the current road.

Railroad crossing: The device plays a tone and displays the distance to an upcoming railroad crossing.

Animal crossing: The device plays a tone and displays the distance to an upcoming animal crossing area.

Curve: The device plays a tone and displays the distance to a curve in the road.

Slower traffic: The device plays a tone and displays the distance to slower traffic when you approach slower

traffic at a higher speed. Your device must be receiving traffic information to use this feature.

Enabling or Disabling Rider Alerts

You can turn off individual audible rider alerts. Visual alerts appear even when the audible alert is disabled.

1 Select > Driver Assistance > Rider Alerts.

2 Select or clear the check box next to each alert.

Red Light and Speed Cameras

NOTICE

Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy of or the consequences of using a red light or speed camera

database.

NOTE: This feature is not available for all regions or product models.

Information about red light and speed camera locations is available in some areas for some product models.

The device alerts you when you approach a reported speed or red light camera.

• In some areas, your device can receive live red light and speed camera data while connected to a smartphone

running the Tread app.

• You can use the Garmin Express

™

software (garmin.com/express) to update the camera database stored on

your device. You should update your device frequently to receive the most up-to-date camera information.

Fuel Tracking

You can set your device to estimate your fuel usage, warn you when you approach the maximum estimated fuel

distance, and suggest fuel stops based on your estimated fuel range. When fuel tracking is enabled,

indicates the current fuel status.

White: Fuel tracking is disabled, or the device is not connected to the mount.

Green: The estimated fuel range is above the fuel tank warning level.

Yellow: The estimated fuel range is below the fuel tank warning level.

Red: The estimated distance remaining on the tank is 0.

Rider Awareness Features and Alerts 57

Enabling Fuel Tracking

Before you can enable fuel tracking, the device must be in ATV, side-by-side, snowmobile, or motorcycle mode

and placed in the mount.

When you enable fuel tracking, a fuel gauge appears on the trip computer (Viewing the Trip Information Page,

page 22).

1 Fill your fuel tank.

2 Select > Fuel Settings > Fuel Tracking.

3 Select Distance Per Tank.

4 Enter the distance the vehicle travels on a tank of gas and select Done.

Setting a Low Fuel Warning

You can set the device to warn you when the tank is low on fuel.

NOTE: The device must be connected to the mount to give low fuel warnings.

1 Enable fuel tracking (Enabling Fuel Tracking, page 58).

2 Select Remaining Fuel Warning.

3 Enter a distance, and select Done.

When you have only enough fuel left to travel the distance you entered, a low fuel warning appears on the map

page.

Resetting the Fuel Tank Mileage

When you refill your fuel tank, you should reset the fuel tank mileage on your device to more accurately track

your remaining fuel.

Select > Fuel Settings > Reset Fuel Tank.

Viewing Helmet Law Notifications

While you are using a motorcycle vehicle profile, helmet law and eye protection notifications may appear on

your Tread device. Notifications appear the first time your device acquires satellites and when your device

approaches a location with motorcycle safety rules.

NOTICE

Garmin recommends that all riders wear helmets for safety. Helmet law notifications are for reference only, are

subject to change, and are not intended to be considered legal advice. Helmet law notifications are available in

the U.S. and Canada only.

Select the notification to view more details.

Searching for Helmet Laws

You can search for helmet laws by state or province.

1 Select > Helmet Guide.

2 Select a state or province.

58 Rider Awareness Features and Alerts

Settings

Map and Vehicle Settings

Select > Map Display.

Map Vehicle Icon: Sets the vehicle icon that represents your position on the map.

Driving Map View: Sets the perspective on the map.

Map Detail: Sets the level of detail on the map. More detail may cause the map to draw slower.

Street Map Theme: Changes the color of the map data.

Map Layers: Sets the data that appears on the map page (Customizing the Map Layers, page 23).

Auto Zoom: Automatically selects the zoom level for optimal use of your map. When disabled, you must zoom

in or out manually.

Skip Next Stop Confirmation: Sets a confirmation message to appear when skipping a location on your route.

myMaps: Sets which installed maps the device uses.

Enabling Maps

You can enable map products installed on your device.

TIP: To purchase additional map products, go to http://buy.garmin.com.

1 Select > Map Display > myMaps.

2 Select a map.

Navigation Settings

Select > Navigation.

Calculation Mode: Sets the route calculation method.

Off-Route Recalculation: Sets recalculation preferences when navigating away from an active route.

Avoidances: Sets road features to avoid on a route.

Custom Avoidances: Allows you to avoid specific roads or areas.

Toll Roads: Sets preferences for avoiding toll roads.

Tolls and Fees: Sets preferences for avoiding toll roads and toll stickers.

NOTE: This feature is not available in all areas.

Environmental Zones: Sets the avoidance preferences for areas with environmental or emissions restrictions

that may apply to your vehicle.

Restricted Mode: Disables all functions that require significant operator attention.

GPS Simulator: Stops the device from receiving a GPS signal, and saves battery power.

Calculation Mode Settings

Select > Navigation > Calculation Mode.

The route calculation is based on road speeds and vehicle acceleration data for a given route.

Faster Time: Calculates routes that are faster to drive but can be longer in distance.

Shorter Distance: Calculates routes that are shorter in distance but can take more time to drive.

Straight Line: Calculates a direct line from your location to your destination.

Settings 59

Setting a Simulated Location

If you are indoors or not receiving satellite signals, you can use the GPS simulator to plan routes from a

simulated location.

1 Select > Navigation > GPS Simulator.

2 From the main menu, select View Map.

3 Tap the map twice to select an area.

The address of the location appears at the bottom of the screen.

4 Select the location description.

5 Select Set Location.

Bluetooth Settings

Select > Wireless Networks.

Bluetooth: Enables Bluetooth wireless technology.

Search for Devices: Searches for nearby Bluetooth devices.

Friendly Name: Allows you to enter a friendly name that identifies your device on other devices with Bluetooth

wireless technology.

Wi‑Fi Settings

The wireless network settings allow you to manage Wi‑Fi networks.

Select > Wireless Networks.

Wi-Fi: Enables the Wi‑Fi radio.

Saved Networks: Allows you to edit or remove saved networks.

Search for Networks: Searches for nearby Wi‑Fi networks (Connecting to a Wi‑Fi Network, page 63).

Driver Assistance Settings

Select > Driver Assistance.

Rider Alerts: Allows you to enable or disable alerts for upcoming zones or road conditions (Rider Awareness

Features and Alerts, page 57).

Speeding Alert: Alerts you when you are exceeding the speed limit.

Reduced Speed Tone: Alerts you when the speed limit decreases.

Route Preview: Shows a preview of the major roads in your route when you start navigation.

Proximity Alerts: Alerts you when you approach speed cameras or red light cameras.

Display Settings

Select > Display.

Orientation: Allows you to set the display to portrait (vertical) or landscape (horizontal).

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

Color Mode: Allows you to select day or night color mode. If you select the Auto option, the device automatically

switches to day or night colors based on the time of day.

Brightness: Allows you to adjust the display brightness.

Display Timeout: Allows you to set the amount of idle time before your device enters sleep mode while using

battery power.

Screenshot: Allows you to take a picture of the device screen. Screenshots are saved in the Screenshot folder of

the device storage.

60 Settings

Traffic Settings

From the main menu, select > Traffic.

Traffic: Enables traffic.

Current Provider: Sets the traffic provider to use for traffic data. The Auto option selects the best available

traffic data automatically.

Subscriptions: Lists the current traffic subscriptions.

Optimize Route: Enables the device to use optimized alternate routes automatically or upon request (Avoiding

Traffic Delays on Your Route, page 44).

Traffic Alerts: Sets the traffic delay severity for which the device displays a traffic alert.

Units and Time Settings

To open the Units and Time settings page, from the main menu, select > Units & Time.

Current Time: Sets the device time.

Time Format: Allows you to select a 12-hour, 24-hour, or UTC display time.

Units: Sets the unit of measure used for distances.

Position Format: Sets the coordinate format and datum used for geographical coordinates.

Setting the Time

1 From the main menu, select the time.

2 Select an option:

• To set the time automatically using GPS information, select Automatic.

• To set the time manually, drag the numbers up or down.

Language and Keyboard Settings

To open the Language and Keyboard settings, from the main menu, select > Language & Keyboard.

Voice Language: Sets the language for voice prompts.

Text Language: Sets all on-screen text to the selected language.

NOTE: Changing the text language does not change the language of user-entered data or map data, such as

street names.

Keyboard Language: Enables keyboard languages.

Device and Privacy Settings

Select > Device.

About: Displays the software version number, the unit ID number, and information on several other software

features.

Regulatory: Displays regulatory markings and information.

EULAs: Displays the end-user license agreements.

NOTE: You need this information when you update the system software or purchase additional map data.

Software Licenses: Displays software licensing information.

Device Data Reporting: Shares anonymous data to improve the device.

Travel History: Allows the device to store a record of the places you go. This allows you to view the trip log, use

the Trip History feature, and use myTrends

™

suggested routes.

Reset: Allows you to clear your travel history, reset settings, or delete all user data.

Settings 61

Restoring Settings

You can restore a category of settings or all settings to the factory default values.

1 Select .

2 If necessary, select a settings category.

3 Select > Restore.

Device Information

Viewing E-label Regulatory and Compliance Information

1 From the settings menu, swipe to the bottom of the menu.

2 Select Device > Regulatory.

Tread Specifications

Water resistance IEC 60529 IPX7

Operating temperature range From -20° to 55°C (from -4° to 131°F)

Charging temperature range From 0° to 45°C (from 32° to 113°F)

Power input (vehicle power cable, motorcycle, or external power) From 12 to 24 Vdc

Battery type Lithium-ion battery

Battery voltage range From 3.5 to 4.1 V

Wireless frequencies/protocols 2.4 GHz @ 18 dBm maximum

Group Ride Specifications

Water resistance IEC 60529 IPX7

Operating temperature range From -20° to 55°C (from -4° to 131°F)

Wireless frequencies (United States) From 151.82 to 154.6 MHz @ 31.7 dBm

Wireless frequencies (EMEA) From 169.4125 to 169.4625 MHz @ 26.98 dBm

Wireless frequencies (New Zealand) From 160.175 to 160.5750 MHz @ 22 dBm

Wireless frequencies (Australia) From 151.15 to 152.15 MHz @ 17.3 dBm

Charging the Device

NOTE: This Class III product shall be powered by an LPS power supply.

You can charge the battery in the device using any of these methods.

• Connect the device to an optional power adapter accessory, such as a wall power adapter.

You can purchase an approved Garmin AC-DC adapter suitable for home or office use from a Garmin dealer

or www.garmin.com. The device may charge slowly when connected to a third-party adapter.

The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min. For more information, go to

www.garmin.com/waterrating.

62 Device Information

Device Maintenance

Garmin Support Center

Go to support.garmin.com for help and information, such as product manuals, frequently asked questions,

videos, and customer support.

Map and Sofware Updates

For the best navigation experience, you should keep the maps and software on your device up to date.

Map updates provide the newest available changes to roads and locations in the maps used by your device.

Keeping maps up to date helps your device find recently added locations and calculate more accurate routes.

Map updates are large and may take several hours to complete.

Software updates provide changes and improvements to the device features and operation. Software updates

are small and take a few minutes to complete.

You can update your device using two methods.

• You can connect the device to a Wi‑Fi network to update directly on the device (recommended). This option

allows you to update your device conveniently without connecting it to a computer.

• You can connect the device to a computer and update it using the Garmin Express application (garmin.com

/express).

Connecting to a Wi‑Fi Network

The first time you turn on the device, it prompts you to connect to a Wi‑Fi network and register your device. You

can also connect to a Wi‑Fi network using the settings menu.

1 Select > Wireless Networks.

2 If necessary, select Wi-Fi to enable Wi‑Fi technology.

3 Select Search for Networks.

The device displays a list of nearby Wi‑Fi networks.

4 Select a network.

5 If necessary, enter the password for the network, and select Done.

The device connects to the network, and the network is added to the list of saved networks. The device

reconnects to this network automatically when it is within range.

Device Maintenance 63

Updating Maps and Sofware Using a Wi‑Fi Network

NOTICE

Map and software updates may require the device to download large files. Regular data limits or charges from

your Internet service provider apply. Contact your Internet service provider for more information about data

limits or charges.

You can update the maps and software by connecting your device to a Wi‑Fi network that provides access to

the Internet. This allows you to keep your device up to date without connecting it to a computer.

1 Connect the device to a Wi‑Fi network (Connecting to a Wi‑Fi Network, page 63).

While connected to a Wi‑Fi network, the device checks for available updates. When an update is available,

appears on the icon in the main menu.

2 Select > Updates.

The device checks for available updates. When an update is available, Update Available appears below Map

or Software.

3 Select an option:

• To install all available updates, select Install All.

• To install only map updates, select Map > Install All.

• To install only software updates, select Software > Install All.

4 Read the license agreements, and select Accept All to accept the agreements.

NOTE: If you do not agree with the license terms, you can select Reject. This stops the update process. You

cannot install updates until you accept the license agreements.

5 Using the included USB cable, connect the device to external power, and select Continue (Charging the

Device, page 62).

For the best results, a USB wall charger that provides at least 1 A power output is recommended. Many

USB power adapters for smartphones, tablets, or portable media devices may be compatible.

6 Keep the device connected to external power and within range of the Wi‑Fi network until the update process

is complete.

TIP: If a map update is interrupted or canceled before it completes, your device may be missing map data. To

repair missing map data, you must update the maps again using either Wi‑Fi or Garmin Express.

Product Updates

On your computer, install Garmin Express (www.garmin.com/express).

This provides easy access to these services for Garmin devices:

• Software updates

• Map updates

• Product registration

64 Device Maintenance

Updating Maps and Sofware with Garmin Express

You can use the Garmin Express application to download and install the latest map and software updates for

your device.

1 If you do not have the Garmin Express application installed on your computer, go to garmin.com/express and

follow the on-screen instructions to install it.

2 Open the Garmin Express application.

3 Connect your device to your computer using a mini-USB cable.

The small end of the cable connects to the mini-USB port on your Tread device, and the large end

connects to an available USB port on your computer.

4 When your Tread device prompts you to enter file transfer mode, select Yes.

5 In the Garmin Express application, click Add a Device.

The Garmin Express application searches for your device and displays the device name and serial number.

6 Click Add Device, and follow the on-screen instructions to add your device to the Garmin Express application.

When setup is complete, the Garmin Express application displays the updates available for your device.

7 Select an option:

• To install all available updates, click Install All.

• To install a specific update, click View Details, and click Install next to the update you want.

The Garmin Express application downloads and installs the updates onto your device. Map updates are very

large, and this process may take a long time on slower internet connections.

NOTE: If a map update is too large for the internal storage of the device, the software may prompt you to

install a microSD card in your device to add storage space (Installing a Memory Card for Maps and Data,

page 93

8 Follow the on-screen instructions during the update process to finish installing updates.

For example, during the update process, the Garmin Express application may instruct you to disconnect and

reconnect your device.

Device Maintenance 65

Device Care

NOTICE

Avoid dropping your device.

Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur, because it can cause

permanent damage.

Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen, or damage may result.

Cleaning the Outer Casing

NOTICE

Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can damage plastic components.

1 Clean the outer casing of the device (not the touchscreen) using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent

solution.

2 Wipe the device dry.

Cleaning the Touchscreen

1 Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.

2 If necessary, lightly dampen the cloth with water.

3 If using a dampened cloth, turn off the device and disconnect the device from power.

4 Gently wipe the screen with the cloth.

Avoiding Thef

• Remove the device and mount from sight when not in use.

• Remove the residue left on the windshield by the suction cup.

• Do not keep your unit in the glove compartment.

• Register your device using the Garmin Express software (garmin.com/express).

Restarting the Device

You can restart your device if it stops functioning.

Hold the power key for 12 seconds.

Removing the Device from the Mount

1 Press the release tab or button on the mount.

2 Tilt the top of the device downward, and lift the device from the mount.

Troubleshooting

My device is not acquiring satellite signals

• Take your device out of parking garages and away from tall buildings and trees.

• Remain stationary for several minutes.

66 Troubleshooting

My battery does not stay charged for very long

• Decrease the screen brightness (Display Settings, page 60).

• Shorten the display timeout (Display Settings, page 60).

• Decrease the volume (Adjusting the Volume, page 3).

• Turn off the wi-fi radio when it is not in use (Wi‑Fi Settings, page 60).

• Put the device in power saving mode when not in use (Turning the Device On or Off, page 1).

• Keep your device away from extreme temperatures.

• Do not leave your device in direct sunlight.

My device does not connect to my phone

• Select > Wireless Networks.

The Bluetooth option must be enabled.

• Enable Bluetooth wireless technology on your phone and bring your phone within 10 m (33 ft.) of the device.

• Verify your phone is compatible.

Go to www.garmin.com/bluetooth for more information.

• Complete the pairing process again.

To repeat the pairing process, you must unpair your phone and device (Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device,

page 41), and complete the pairing process (Pairing Your Phone and Headset, page 38).

My device does not appear as a removable drive on my computer

On most computers, the device connects using Media Transfer Protocol (MTP). In MTP mode, the device

appears as a portable device and not as a removable drive.

My device does not appear as a portable device on my computer

On Mac

computers and some Windows

computers, the device connects using USB mass storage mode. In

USB mass storage mode, the device appears as a removable drive or volume, and not as a portable device.

Windows versions prior to Windows XP Service Pack 3 use USB mass storage mode.

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

volume on my computer

1 Disconnect the USB cable from your computer.

2 Turn off the device.

3 Connect the USB cable to your device and to a USB port on your computer.

TIP: The USB cable must connect to a USB port on your computer, not to a USB hub.

The device turns on automatically and goes into MTP mode or USB mass storage mode. A picture of the device

connected to a computer appears on the device screen.

NOTE: If you have several network drives mapped on your computer, Windows may have trouble assigning drive

letters to your Garmin drives. For information about assigning drive letters, see the help file for your operating

system.

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Appendix

Mounting Your Tread in an Automobile

NOTICE

Before mounting the device, check the local laws pertaining to windshield mounting.

WARNING

Do not use the suction cup mount on a motorcycle.

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

important information.

NOTE: The suction cup mount and automotive power cable are not included with all device models. Go to

garmin.com to purchase optional accessories.

1 Align the ball on the Group Ride mount with the double-socket arm .

2 Align the ball on the suction cup with the double-socket arm.

3 Tighten the knob slightly.

4 Remove the clear plastic from the suction cup.

5 Clean and dry your windshield and the suction cup with a lint-free cloth.

6 Press the suction cup to the windshield, and flip the lever back toward the windshield.

7 If necessary, rotate the Group Ride mount so the antenna faces up, adjust the mount for better viewing

and operation, and tighten the knob.

8 Fit the bottom of your device into the Group Ride mount.

9 Press the device into the Group Ride mount until it snaps into place.

10 Connect the Group Ride power cable to the connector on the automotive power cable .

11 Tighten the collar around the connected power cables.

12 Plug the other end of the automotive power cable into a power outlet in your vehicle.

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Mounting Your Tread Base Edition in an Automobile

NOTICE

Before mounting the device, check the local laws pertaining to windshield mounting.

WARNING

Do not use the suction cup mount on a motorcycle.

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

important information.

NOTE: The automobile mount is not included with all device models. Go to garmin.com to purchase optional

accessories.

1 Plug the automotive power cable into the port on the device.

2 Remove the clear plastic from the suction cup .

3 Clean and dry your windshield and the suction cup with a lint-free cloth.

4 Press the suction cup to the windshield, and flip the lever back toward the windshield.

5 Snap the cradle onto the suction cup arm.

6 Fit the bottom of your device into the cradle.

7 Press the device into the cradle until it snaps into place.

8 Plug the other end of the automotive power cable into a power outlet.

Garmin PowerSwitch

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.

You can use a connected Garmin PowerSwitch device to control lights, fans, and more from your Tread device.

Mounting Considerations

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

• The mounting surface must be strong enough to support the weight of the device.

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

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Mounting the Device

Before you can mount the device, you must select a mounting location and purchase the appropriate hardware

for your mounting surface.

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.

1 Place the mount on the selected location.

2 Using the mount as a template, mark the two screw locations .

3 Drill pilot holes (optional).

For some types of mounting material, drilling pilot holes is necessary. Do not drill through the mount.

4 Securely fasten the mount to the surface using the appropriate hardware for your mounting surface.

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Opening the Front Cover

You must open the front cover to make electrical connections.

1 Lift the front cover latch and rotate it counter-clockwise.

2 Pull the front cover off of the device.

Appendix 71

Connecting Accessories

NOTICE

Do not use the device to control or power a winch. Failure to follow this notice could cause damage to your

vehicle or your device.

Do not connect a power source to an accessory output terminal. Failure to follow this notice could cause

damage to your vehicle or your device.

Accessory requirements:

• Verify the amperage rating of each accessory before wiring it to the Garmin PowerSwitch device. The device

supports accessories up to 30 A for each channel and a maximum of 100 A for the entire system.

• Use 10 AWG (6 mm

) wires for accessories that use 20 to 30 A.

• Use 12 AWG (4 mm

) wires for accessories that use 10 to 20 A.

• Use 14 AWG (2.5 mm

) wires for accessories that use less than 10 A.

• Use the appropriate size terminals for all accessory connections.

• Crimp all terminal connectors securely.

1 Connect the positive wire from the accessory to one of the accessory terminals on the Garmin

PowerSwitch device.

2 Connect the negative or ground wire to an unpainted ground stud on the vehicle frame, to a ground

distribution block, or directly to the negative terminal on the battery.

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NOTICE

Do not connect the accessory ground wires to the ground terminal (GND) on the Garmin PowerSwitch

device. Failure to heed this notice could result in personal or property damage, or negatively impact device

functionality.

3 Verify that all electrical connections are tight and will not come loose during use.

Connecting a Control Input

You can connect to the control terminals to enable the Garmin PowerSwitch device to turn on customizable

outputs. For example, you can connect your vehicle ignition switch to a control input terminal to turn on

accessories automatically each time you start your vehicle. The control terminals detect a signal from 3.3 V to

18 V. You can configure output functions with the Garmin PowerSwitch app.

Connect the control wire from the control source in your vehicle to one of the two control terminals on the

Garmin PowerSwitch device.

Connecting the Device to Vehicle Power

Before you can connect the device to vehicle power, you must remove the warning tag from the +12V terminal

on the device.

You should always confirm all electrical connections are secure and will not come loose while operating the

device.

1 Connect the large ring end of the included ground wire to the negative terminal on the vehicle battery.

2 Connect the small ring end of the ground wire to the GND terminal on the device.

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3 Connect the small ring end of the included 12V cable to the +12V terminal on the device.

4 Tighten the

in. nut on the +12V terminal to a maximum torque specification of 4.52 N-m (40 lbf-in.).

You should confirm the nut cannot be loosened by hand.

NOTICE

Do not overtighten the +12V terminal to prevent damage to the terminal.

5 Connect the large ring end of the 12V cable to the positive terminal on the vehicle battery.

Pairing with a Garmin Navigation Device

You can pair your Garmin PowerSwitch device with a compatible Garmin navigation device.

1 Turn on power to your Garmin PowerSwitch device, and place your compatible Garmin navigation device

within 1 m (3.3 ft.) of it.

2 On your compatible navigation device, open the Garmin PowerSwitch app.

3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the pairing and setup process.

The main app dashboard appears. After the devices are paired, they connect automatically when they are turned

on and within range.

Garmin PowerSwitch Specifications

Dimensions (D x W x H) 75 x 125 x 32 mm (2.95 x 4.92 x 1.26 in.)

Operating temperature range From -25° to 85°C (from -13° to 185°F)

Wireless frequency 2.4 GHz @ 10 dBm

Power input From 12 to 16 V using the included vehicle power cable.

Maximum accessory output 30 A

Maximum system output 100 A

Current draw with all outputs off 3 mA

Water rating IEC 60529 IPX7

My Garmin PowerSwitch will not stay connected

• Verify the Garmin PowerSwitch device is receiving power.

• Verify that your vehicle's battery is supplying at least 12 V of power.

The Garmin PowerSwitch device turns off automatically to preserve your vehicle's battery if it is receiving less

than 12 V.

• Verify that Bluetooth technology is enabled on your paired navigation device or smartphone.

• Move the navigation device or smartphone closer to your Garmin PowerSwitch device.

Tread Audio

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.

You can use a connected Tread Audio system to control audio and LED lights from your Tread device.

The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min. For more information, go to

www.garmin.com/waterrating.

74 Appendix

Tools and Materials Needed

• Phillips screwdriver

• Electric drill

• Drill bit (the size varies based on the surface material and screws used)

• Crimping pliers

• Wire strippers

• Heat gun

• 4 mm and 5 mm hex drivers or hex keys

NOTE: For customized installations, additional tools and materials may be needed.

Tread Audio Box Mounting Considerations

CAUTION

In high ambient temperatures and after extended use, the device enclosure may reach temperatures deemed

dangerous to touch. Therefore, you must install the device in a location where it is not touched during operation.

NOTICE

The storage and operating temperature ranges for this device are listed in the product specifications. Extended

exposure to temperatures exceeding the specified temperature range, in storage or operating conditions, may

cause device failure. Device damage and related consequences caused by extended exposure to these

conditions are not covered by the warranty.

• You must mount the device in a location with adequate ventilation where it is not exposed to extreme

temperatures.

• You should mount the device so that the cables can be connected easily.

• To achieve IP67 water ingress protection and optimal heat sink cooling, you must mount the device on a

vertical surface with the connectors pointing downward.

• You can mount the device on a horizontal surface, but such positioning might not achieve IPX67 water

ingress protection.

• To avoid interference with a magnetic compass, you should install the device at least 203 mm (8 in.) away

from a compass.

Mounting the Tread Audio Box Black Box Device

Before you mount the device, you must select a mounting location, and determine what screws and other

mounting hardware are needed for the surface.

1 Place the black box device in the mounting location, and mark the location of the pilot holes.

2 Drill a pilot hole for one corner of the device.

3 Loosely fasten the device to the mounting surface with one corner, and examine the other three pilot-hole

marks.

4 Mark new pilot-hole locations if necessary, and remove the device from the mounting surface.

5 Drill the remaining pilot holes.

6 Secure the device to the mounting location.

Connections

The stereo must be connected to power, to speakers, and to media input sources to function correctly. You

should carefully plan the layout of the stereo, speakers, and your input sources before making any connections.

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Port Identification

Item Description

FUSE Contains the 15 A fuse for the LED outputs.

Not used.

Connects the device to the auxiliary in and line/subwoofer out wiring harness.

Connects the device to the ground terminal wire (GND).

Connects the device to the +12V terminal wire.

Connects the device to the AM/FM antenna.

Connects the device to the speaker wiring harness.

Connects the device to the LED wiring harness.

Connects the device to an optional USB accessory.

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Speaker and LED Wiring Harness Wire and Connector Identification

Wire Group Wire Color and Description

Ignition

Red: Connects to the vehicle accessory line. If the ignition wire is unused, ground the

ignition wire or leave it disconnected.

Amplifier on

Blue: Connects to an optional external amplifier to turn it on when the stereo turns on.

Speaker zone 1

White: Left (+), Connects to the included speaker.

White with a black stripe: Left (-), Connects to the included speaker.

Gray: Right (+), Connects to the included speaker.

Gray with a black stripe: Right (-), Connects to the included speaker.

Speaker zone 2

Green: Left (+), Connects to an additional speaker.

Green with a black stripe: Left (-), Connects to an additional speaker.

Purple: Right (+), Connects to an additional speaker.

Purple with a black stripe: Right (-), Connects to an additional speaker.

LED RGB1

Black: Power

Red: Red LED

Green: Green LED

Blue: Blue LED

LED RGB2

Black: Power

Red: Red LED

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Wire Group Wire Color and Description

Green: Green LED

Blue: Blue LED

Addressable LED Wiring Considerations

You can wire addressable LED lights to your Tread Audio Box. For more information, see the manual for your

addressable LED lights.

Compatible addressable LED types:

• WS2812B

• WS2813

Addressable LED LED Wire Color and Function

Addressable LED 1

Red: +5V Power

White: Ground

Green with a black stripe: Data

Addressable LED 2

Red: +5V Power

White: Ground

Green with a black stripe: Data

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RCA Wiring Harness Wire and Connector Identification

Wire Number Wire Function

Auxiliary in left: Provides a red and white RCA stereo line input for audio sources, such as a CD

or MP3 player.

Auxiliary in right: Provides a red and white RCA stereo line input for audio sources, such as a CD

or MP3 player.

Line out left: Provides a full-range output to an external amplifier, and is associated with the

volume control.

Line out right: Provides a full-range output to an external amplifier, and is associated with the

volume control.

NOTE: If you are connecting to an external amplifier, you should use a ground loop isolator to

ensure a clear signal.

Subwoofer out: Provides a single mono output to a powered subwoofer or subwoofer amplifier.

NOTE: If you are connecting to an external amplifier, you should use a ground loop isolator to

ensure a clear signal.

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Connecting the Device to Vehicle Power

You should always confirm all electrical connections are secure and will not come loose while operating the

device.

NOTICE

If the ignition wire is not used, do not tie the ignition to the positive terminal on the vehicle battery. Ground the

ignition wire or leave it disconnected. Failure to ground or disconnect the ignition wire when the ignition is not

used could prevent the device from powering on.

1 Remove the terminal cover using a Phillips screwdriver.

2 Remove the screws from the GND terminal and the +12V terminal .

3 Connect the large ring end of the included ground wire to the negative terminal on the vehicle battery.

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4 Connect the small ring end of the ground wire to the GND terminal on the device.

5 Tighten the screw on the GND terminal.

You should confirm the screws cannot be loosened by hand.

6 Connect the small ring end of the included 12V cable to the +12V terminal on the device.

7 Tighten the screw on the +12V terminal.

You should confirm the screws cannot be loosened by hand.

NOTICE

Do not overtighten the screw on the +12V terminal to prevent damage to the terminal.

8 Connect the large ring end of the 12V cable to the positive terminal on the vehicle battery.

9 Replace and tighten the terminal cover on the device.

Using the Heat-Shrink Crimp Connectors

You should use the included heat-shrink crimp connectors to make a water-tight connection between the bare

wires.

WARNING

Only use the heat gun to apply heat to the heat-shrink crimp connectors in a well-ventilated area. Do not use the

heat gun near clothing or bare skin. Doing so can result in property damage or serious injury.

1 Using wire strippers, strip 6 mm (

in.) off the end of each bare wire.

2 If necessary, twist the strands of each wire clockwise to bundle them together.

3 Insert one bare wire into one end of the heat-shrink crimp connector .

The bare wires are not secure until they are crimped and sealed.

4 Insert the corresponding bare wire into the other end of the heat-shrink crimp connector.

5 Using pliers, crimp both sides of the center of the connector to secure the connection.

6 Using a heat gun, apply heat to the heat-shrink crimp connector until the connector is sealed to the wires.

Do not apply heat to the wires directly.

Complete System Wiring

This diagram illustrates a system installation with an external amplifier and subwoofer connected to the stereo

using a line out.

NOTE: You can also connect speakers to the speaker wires for the internal stereo amplifier while using an

external amplifier connected to the line out. Adjusting the volume affects speakers connected to the internal

amplifier and speakers connected to the line out. This may result in uneven volume levels.

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Item Description

Zone 2 speakers

Water-tight connection

Zone 1 speakers

Amplifier-on signal wire

Powered amplifier

Line out and subwoofer out

Subwoofer

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Speaker Zones

You can group speakers in one area into speaker zones. This enables you to control the audio level of the each

zone individually.

Zones 1 and 2 are powered by the on-board amplifier. To use the RCA line output, you must connect an external

amplifier.

You can set the balance, tone, and name for each zone, and the fade between zones.

Single-Zone System Wiring Example

Speakers

Water-tight connection

Wireless Remote Mounting Considerations

NOTICE

Selecting the correct mounting location is critical to optimize the performance of the wireless remote.

• You must mount the wireless remote in a location that is within 10 m (33 ft.) of the stereo.

• You must mount the wireless remote in a location where it is not submerged.

• You should select a flat mounting surface for the best results.

• The mounting surface must be free of dirt, debris, wax, or coatings.

• Move away from sources that can interfere with the wireless remote's operation. Sources of interference may

include strong electromagnetic fields, some 2.4 GHz wireless sensors, high-voltage power lines, electric

motors, and wireless LAN access points.

• You should install the wireless remote in a location where you can allow the adhesive to dry at room

temperature for 72 hours.

Appendix 83

Mounting the Wireless Remote

1 Select an appropriate location for the remote control (Wireless Remote Mounting Considerations, page 83).

2 Test the range at the selected location by holding the wireless remote at the location, pressing a few buttons,

and confirming the correct operation.

3 Thoroughly clean and dry the mounting surface using a mixture of water and isopropyl alcohol.

The mounting surface must be free of dirt, debris, wax, or coatings.

4 Place the wireless remote on the mount, and rotate the remote until you hear a click.

5 Remove the backing from the adhesive.

6 Carefully orient the wireless remote in the mount with the Fusion

logo at the bottom.

NOTICE

It is extremely difficult to remove the adhesive. Some mounting surfaces might be damaged after removing

the adhesive.

7 Press the wireless remote in the mount firmly onto the mounting surface, maintaining pressure for at least

60 seconds.

Mounting the Speakers and Brackets

You can mount the Tread 6.5" XS-LED Tower Speakers to a roll bar using the included brackets.

When installing the speaker and bracket, you can route the speaker and LED cable along the roll bar.

1 If necessary, mark the locations on the roll bar where you plan to mount the speakers.

2 Route the speaker and LED power wires along the roll bar to the mounting locations.

3 Feed the cable from the speaker through the base of the bracket .

4 Place the base of the bracket over the mounting knob on the speaker .

5 Using a 4 mm hex driver or hex key, attach the collar

to the base of the bracket using the two shorter

screws and washers , but do not fully tighten them.

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6 Connect the speaker and LED wires (Wiring, page 86).

7 Place the connected wires in the channel on the base of the bracket , and route the wires along the roll

bar.

8 Place the top of the bracket over the roll bar, and hold it against the base of the bracket.

9 Using a 5 mm hex driver or hex key, attach the top of the bracket to the base of the bracket using the two

longer screws and washers , but do not fully tighten them.

10 Adjust the angle of the speakers, and tighten all of the screws to secure the speaker to the roll bar, observing

these maximum torque measurements:

• For the longer screws that secure the bracket to the roll bar , do not tighten to more than 4 N-m

(2.95 lbf-ft.).

• For the shorter screws that secure the bracket to the speaker , do not tighten to more than 2.5 N-m

(1.84 lbf-ft.).

NOTICE

Tightening the screws more than the specified maximum torque measurement can damage the bracket.

11 Repeat these steps for additional brackets.

12 Route the speaker and LED wires along a suitable path in your vehicle, and secure them using the included

zip ties.

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Wiring

When connecting the speakers and LED lights to your stereo or amplifier, observe these considerations.

• You should use the included wire to connect the speakers to the stereo or amplifier. If necessary, you can use

a larger gauge of wire (Wire Gauge Guide, page 86).

• You should make all of the wiring connections using the included heat-shrink crimp connectors. You should

plan and select the best connection type for your installation needs.

• You can use this table to identify the polarity of the leads on the speaker.

Lead color Polarity Use

White Positive (+) Speaker

White with a black stripe Negative (-) Speaker

Red Red LED

Green Green LED

Blue Blue LED

Black +12V Power

Wire Gauge Guide

If necessary, you can use longer cables for your installation.

NOTE: If you are using aluminum or tinned wire, you should use a wire two gauges larger than the gauge listed

below to compensate for a potential voltage drop due to the wire material.

• Use 16 AWG (1.31 mm

) for speaker wires.

• Use 20 AWG (0.52 mm

) for LED wires.

Additional Speakers

You can wire additional Tread 6.5" XS-LED Tower Speakers together. Refer to the owner's manual for your

stereo system at garmin.com/express for more information.

Wireless Remote Overview

WARNING

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

important information.

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Radio sources: Press to tune to the previous station.

AUX sources: Press to decrease gain.

Other sources: Press to skip to the beginning of the track or to the previous track.

Radio sources: Press to tune to the next station.

AUX sources: Press to increase gain.

Other sources: Press to skip to the next track.

Press to decrease the volume.

Hold to quickly decrease the volume.

Press to increase the volume.

Hold to quickly increase the volume.

Press to cycle through the available sources.

Hold to pair with a stereo (Connecting the Wireless Remote to your Tread Audio Box, page 87).

Radio and AUX sources: Press to mute or un-mute.

Other sources: Press to pause or resume.

Connecting the Wireless Remote to your Tread Audio Box

1 Bring the Tread Audio System remote within 10 m (33 ft.) of the compatible stereo.

NOTE: Stay 10 m (33 ft.) away from other ANT

devices while pairing.

2 On the Tread Audio Box, enable Bluetooth discoverable mode.

3 On the wireless remote, hold until the status LED flashes green and red.

The remote searches for the stereo. When the remote pairs successfully, the status LED flashes green briefly

and turns off.

If the remote cannot find the stereo, the status LED flashes red briefly and turns off.

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Pairing with a Garmin Navigation Device

You can pair your Tread Audio device with a compatible Garmin navigation device.

1 Turn on power to your Tread Audio device, and place your compatible Garmin navigation device within 1 m

(3.3 ft.) of it.

2 On your compatible navigation device, open the Tread Audio app.

3 On your Tread Audio device, press .

4 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the pairing and setup process.

The main app dashboard appears. After the devices are paired, they connect automatically when they are turned

on and within range.

Tread Audio Box Specifications

General

Weight 997 g (2.2 lbs.)

Water resistance IEC 60529 IPX7 (water), IEC 60529 IP6X (dust)

Operating temperature range From -20 to 70°C (from -4 to 158°F)

Storage temperature range From -40 to 85°C (from -40 to 185°F)

Input voltage From 8 to 14.4 Vdc

Current (max.) 40 A

Current (muted) less than 650 mA

ANT wireless range Up to 3 m (10 ft.)

Compass-safe distance 203 mm (8 in.)

Fuse 15 A mini-blade type

Bluetooth wireless range Up to 10 m (30 ft.)

On-board, Class D Amplifier

Output power per channel 4 x 100 W RMS at 14.4 Vdc input, 4 ohm, 10% THD

Line output level (max.) 6.0 V (peak to peak)

Aux input level (typical) 1 V (RMS)

Tuner

FM radio frequency range 87.5 to 107.9 MHz

FM frequency step 200 kHz

AM radio frequency range 530 to 1710 kHz

AM frequency step 10 kHz

The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min, and is protected against powerful jets of water. For more information, go to

www.garmin.com/waterrating.

The stereo may limit the output power to prevent the amplifier from overheating, and to maintain the audio dynamics.

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Tread 6.5" XS-LED Tower Speakers Specifications

Max. power 200 W

RMS power 50 W

Sensitivity (1 W/1 m) 91 dB

Frequency response From 80 Hz to 18 kHz

Recommended amplifier power (RMS, playing music) From 20 to 150 W

Nominal voice coil diameter 30 mm

Impedance 4 ohms

Operating temperature range From 0 to 50°C (from 32 to 122°F)

Storage temperature range From -20 to 70°C (from -4 to 158°F)

Cone material Polypropylene (PP) cone with cloth surround

Tweeter type Aluminum dome

Water and dust rating IEC 60529 IP67

Compass-safe distance 310 cm (122 in.)

Weight 2.49 kg. (5.5 lb.)

Protected against dust and water ingress.

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Dimensions

223 mm (8

in.)

Ø 176 mm (6

in.)

180 mm (7

in.)

Bracket Specifications

Material Aluminum alloy with silicone pads

Supported roll bar sizes From 33.4 mm (1.31 in.) to 50.8 mm (2.00 in.) outer diameter

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Bracket Side Dimensions

85 mm (3

in.)

From 74 mm (2

in.) to 94 mm (3

in.)

Bracket Top Dimensions

37 mm (1

in.)

48 mm (2 in.)

Wireless Cameras

Your device can display the video feed from one or more connected wireless cameras.

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Pairing the Camera with a Garmin Navigation Device

You can pair the camera with a compatible Garmin navigation device. For more information about compatible

Garmin devices, go to the product page at garmin.com/bc40.

1 Update your navigation device to the latest software.

Your device may not support the BC 40 camera without the latest software. For more information about

updating the software, see the owner's manual for your navigation device.

2 Install batteries in the camera.

The camera enters pairing mode automatically, and the LED flashes blue while the camera is in pairing

mode. The camera remains in pairing mode for two minutes. If pairing mode expires, you can remove and

reinstall the batteries.

3 Bring the compatible Garmin navigation device outside your vehicle and within 1.5 m (5 ft.) of the camera,

and turn on the navigation device.

The device detects your camera automatically and prompts you to pair with it.

4 Select Yes.

TIP: If the navigation device does not detect the camera automatically, you can select > Wireless

Cameras > Add New Camera to pair with it manually.

The device pairs with your camera.

5 Enter a name for the camera (optional).

You should use a descriptive name that clearly identifies the location of the camera.

6 Select Done.

Viewing the Wireless Camera

WARNING

This device is intended to enhance situational awareness when used properly. If used improperly, you could

become distracted by the display, which could lead to an accident causing serious personal injury or death.

Always view the display at a glance when the vehicle is in motion to avoid becoming distracted.

From the home screen or the map, select .

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Aligning the Guidance Lines

For the best reference, the guidance lines should be aligned to reflect the outside edges of the vehicle. You

should align the guidance lines separately for each backup camera. When you change the camera angle, you

should immediately align the guidance lines again.

1 Position your vehicle with the driver's side closely aligned to a curb, driveway, or parking stall lines.

TIP: It can be helpful to position the vehicle in the center of a parking stall, and then pull forward into the next

stall. This allows you to use the parking stall lines at the rear of the vehicle as reference points for alignment.

2 From the paired Garmin navigation device, select > Wireless Cameras.

3 Select the paired camera name, and select Guidance Lines > Adjust Guidance Lines.

4 Use the arrows in the corners of the screen to move the ends of the white, driver's-side guidance line.

The guidance line should appear directly on top of the curb, driveway, or parking stall line.

5 Use the arrows in the center of the screen to move the colored distance guidance lines up or down.

The red guidance line should be aligned with the rearmost part of your vehicle. This could be the rear

bumper, a trailer hitch, or another object protruding from the rear of the vehicle.

6 Reposition the vehicle with the passenger side closely aligned to a curb, driveway, or parking stall lines, and

use the arrows to align the white, passenger-side guidance line.

The guidance lines should be symmetrical.

Installing a Memory Card for Maps and Data

You can install a memory card to increase the storage space for maps and other data on your device. You can

purchase memory cards from an electronics supplier, or go to www.garmin.com/maps to purchase a memory

card with pre-loaded Garmin mapping software. The device supports microSD memory cards from 4 to 256 GB.

1 Locate the map and data memory card slot on your device (Device Overview, page 1).

2 Pull up the weather cap from the microSD card slot.

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3 Slide the microSD card slot cover toward the edge of the device.

4 Pull the microSD card slot cover up.

5 Insert a microSD card into the slot.

NOTE: Confirm the microSD card fits flush against the card slot contacts.

6 Close the SD card cover.

7 Slide the SD card cover toward the center of the device.

Data Management

The device has a memory card slot for additional data storage.

NOTE: The device is compatible with Windows 7 and newer, and Mac OS 10.7 and newer.

About Memory Cards

You can purchase memory cards from an electronics supplier, or purchase pre-loaded Garmin mapping

software (www.garmin.com). Memory cards can be used to store files such as maps and custom POIs.

Connecting the Device to Your Computer

You can connect the device to your computer using a USB cable.

1 Plug the small end of the USB cable into the port on the device.

2 Plug the larger end of the USB cable into a port on your computer.

3 When your Tread device prompts you to enter file transfer mode, select Yes.

A picture of your device connected to a computer appears on the device screen.

Depending on your computer operating system, the device appears as either a portable device, a removable

drive, or a removable volume.

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Transferring GPX Files From Your Computer

Apple computers may require additional third-party software, such as Android File Transfer, to read and write

files on this device.

If you have already created routes that you want to use on your device, you can transfer GPX files directly from

your computer.

1 Connect the device to your computer (Connecting the Device to Your Computer, page 94).

The device appears as a portable device.

2 On your computer, open the file browser.

3 Select a GPX file.

4 Select Edit > Copy.

5 Browse to the GPX folder on the device.

6 Select Edit > Paste.

Transferring Data From Your Computer

1 Connect the device to your computer (Connecting the Device to Your Computer, page 94).

Depending on your computer operating system, the device appears as either a portable device, a removable

drive, or a removable volume.

2 On your computer, open the file browser.

3 Select a file.

4 Select Edit > Copy.

5 Browse to a folder on the device.

NOTE: For a removable drive or volume, you should not place files in the Garmin folder.

6 Select Edit > Paste.

Disconnecting the USB Cable

If your device is connected to your computer as a removable drive or volume, you must safely disconnect your

device from your computer to avoid data loss. If your device is connected to your Windows computer as a

portable device, it is not necessary to safely disconnect the device.

1 Complete an action:

• For Windows computers, select the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray, and select your

device.

• For Apple computers, select the device, and select File > Eject.

2 Disconnect the cable from your computer.

Adding BaseCamp

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Data to Garmin Explore

You can export your BaseCamp data files and import them to Garmin Explore for use with your Tread device.

1 Export your data from BaseCamp:

• If you are using an Apple computer, see Exporting Data from BaseCamp with an Apple Computer, page 96.

• If you are using a PC, see Exporting Data from BaseCamp with a PC, page 96.

2 Import your BaseCamp data to the Garmin Explore website (Importing Data to Garmin Explore, page 96).

3 Synchronize your Garmin Explore data with your Tread device (Synchronizing Garmin Explore Account Data,

page 49).

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Exporting Data from BaseCamp with a PC

1 Select an option:

• To export all BaseCamp data stored on your computer, select My Collection, and select File > Export >

Export 'My Collection'.

• To export one or more items or a list, select one or more items or a list, and select File > Export > Export

Selection.

2 Enter a name, select a location for the exported file, select the file format, and select Save.

Exporting Data from BaseCamp with an Apple Computer

1 Select an option:

• To export all BaseCamp data stored on your computer, select My Collection, and select File > Export 'My

Collection'.

• To export one or more items or a list, select one or more items or a list, and select File > Export Selected

User Data.

2 Enter a name.

3 Select a location for the exported file.

4 Select the file format.

5 Select Export.

Importing Data to Garmin Explore

1 Go to explore.garmin.com and log in to your account.

2 Select the Map tab.

3 Select .

4 Follow the on-screen instructions.

Viewing GPS Signal Status

Hold for three seconds.

Purchasing Additional Maps

1 Go to your device product page at garmin.com.

2 Click the Maps tab.

3 Follow the on-screen instructions.

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