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How do I mute the microphone during a call on the Garmin DriveSmart 86


To mute the microphone during a call on the Garmin DriveSmart 86, simply select the "Mute" option from the in-call options screen[1][2]. Here's a more detailed explanation:

1. When you're on a call, the in-call options screen will be displayed on your Garmin DriveSmart 86.

2. On this screen, you'll see various options for managing your call.

3. To mute the microphone, tap the "Mute" button[1][2].

4. When muted, the other person on the call won't be able to hear you, but you'll still be able to hear them.

5. To unmute, simply tap the "Mute" button again.

It's worth noting that if you accidentally close the in-call options screen, you can easily reopen it. Just select the caller icon from any screen or from the map[1][2]. This will bring back the in-call options, allowing you to mute or unmute as needed.

Remember, the mute function is particularly useful when you need to speak to someone else in your vehicle or if there's background noise you don't want transmitted to the other party on the call.

Citations:
[1] https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-6E5DFD2E-EEE4-4EF3-89BC-AACD1B4936C7/EN-GB/GUID-70B17F4A-C471-4E66-9E70-F161A69818C0.html
[2] https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-6E5DFD2E-EEE4-4EF3-89BC-AACD1B4936C7/EN-US/GUID-70B17F4A-C471-4E66-9E70-F161A69818C0.html
[3] https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-6E5DFD2E-EEE4-4EF3-89BC-AACD1B4936C7/EN-GB/GUID-A0778FAB-E2B2-4502-A3AA-E868B3C6CE53.html
[4] https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-6E5DFD2E-EEE4-4EF3-89BC-AACD1B4936C7/EN-US/GUID-59C8FB79-B7D1-4733-BC93-10D6CF6DA0B4.html
[5] https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-6E5DFD2E-EEE4-4EF3-89BC-AACD1B4936C7/EN-GB/DriveSmart_66-76-86_with_Alexa_OM_EN-GB.pdf