![]() However, this leaves me no empty slot in my laptop to import any USER DATA file exported from my ChartPlotter to a blank sd card. I press ok and then it loads the garmin map data. When I startup homeport, I get an error (attached screenshot), which references the garmin sd card. So now I leave my garmin sd card in the sd card slot in my laptop. During the homeport install from the homrport download there was no option to import a garmin g2vision sd card data into homeport. I downloaded the homeport install from the Garmin site. I do not have a homeport install sd card. The install instructions that are for a HomePort sd card install say this is possible by copying the garmin files to the homport install sd card. I would like to upload the garmin sd card into Homeport. I have installed homeport fro the free download. I also have purchased the Garmin "Jacksonville - Bahamas" g2 vision map sd card. Select the “Add” button and then follow the steps to complete registration.įor up-to-date information on all things from Garmin Marine, be sure to follow us on social media on your platform of choice below.I have a Garmin 7612xsv chart plotter. Once installed, sign into your Garmin account and then insert your accessory map card into your computer. Go to, select “discover” in the menu bar, then scroll down and select “Garmin Express” and follow the simple download steps for your computer. You may also register your accessory map cards using Garmin Express on a PC or Mac. This is found in one of two places on your chartplotter:Ĭonfigure -> System -> System Information OR Settings -> System -> System Information -> Software Information You will then be prompted to enter the Unit ID of each of the chartplotters. To do this, open the ActiveCaptain app and select, “My Registered Devices” from the “Dashboard” tab and then press the “+” button. The app will see your preloaded charts and maps when you register. If you own a Garmin chartplotter without Wi-Fi, you can still register using the app. If you own an ActiveCaptain-compatible chartplotter with built-in Wi-Fi, such as an updated GPSMAP or ECHOMAP Plus unit, you will be asked to register your devices when you connect to Wi-Fi. In order to be able to access your maps within ActiveCaptain, you need to register your maps to your Garmin account. ![]() Registering a chartplotter that does not have Wi-Fi: If a chartplotter preloaded with BlueChart g2 is owned, it can be registered to either Garmin Express or directly from the ActiveCaptain application.Ĭhartplotter and Cartography Compatibility QuestionsĬan I access my charts/maps if my chartplotter does not have Wi-Fi®?Ĭan I access my chart/maps if I have an accessory card?Īnswer: If a Garmin customer uses cartography (2012 or newer) in his/her chartplotter, he/she can use that same cartography in ActiveCaptain for free. If a preprogrammed micro/SD BlueChart g2 card is owned, it can be registered to Garmin Express and then accessed within the ActiveCaptain application. Simply register a preprogrammed BlueChart g2 micro/SD card or chartplotter with built-in BlueChart g2 charts to view within the ActiveCaptain application. ActiveCaptain can now utilize the same charts as your existing chartplotter. Customers will not be able to access previously purchased chart content if the app is removed, then redownloaded or installed to a new device.Ĭan I use my charts from BlueChart Mobile on the ActiveCaptain application?Īnswer: Mobile charts purchased for use with the BlueChart Mobile application are not compatible with the ActiveCaptain application. Customers will still have access to download the charts they own, download weather they have purchased, and continue to send and receive updates to the ActiveCaptain community. If you are looking for basic information or to download ActiveCaptain, follow this link here.ĭo I still have access to the charts I purchased on BlueChart Mobile?ĭo I still have access to the weather I purchased on BlueChart Mobile?Īnswer: Existing BlueChart Mobile customers can continue to use the application with all the content they have purchased. Below we will tackle these common questions. Many questions have arisen regarding ActiveCaptain and its compatibility with Garmin chartplotters and BlueChart Mobile. At the Fort Lauderdale Boat show last month, we announced ActiveCaptain, the app that allows you to manage your marine experience from nearly anywhere.
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