Yes, SatIQ can be manually enabled or disabled on compatible Garmin devices. Users can select the "Auto Select" option in the satellite settings, which allows the device to utilize SatIQ technology to dynamically choose the best satellite mode based on the environment.
How to Enable or Disable SatIQ
1. Access Activity Settings:
- Hold the MENU button.
- Select Activities & Apps.
- Choose the specific activity you want to adjust.
2. Adjust Satellite Settings:
- Select Activity Settings.
- Choose Satellites.
3. Select Auto Select:
- Here, you can enable Auto Select, which activates SatIQ technology.
- Alternatively, you can choose other options such as GPS Only, All Systems, or All + Multi-Band, depending on your preference for satellite usage.
Summary
By using the Auto Select feature, users can benefit from the adaptive capabilities of SatIQ, which optimizes battery life while maintaining accuracy based on the environment. This provides a flexible approach to GPS settings, allowing users to tailor their experience according to their specific activity and conditions.
Citations:[1] https://the5krunner.com/2022/07/05/garmin-satiq-on-multiband-gnss-what-is-it-is-it-good-and-do-i-need-it/
[2] https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-6D76A13F-2195-4287-9B0C-2124AECF9717/EN-US/GUID-9AC5D40D-5CCE-4D21-B8C2-10A04B25E152.html
[3] https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-0221611A-992D-495E-8DED-1DD448F7A066/EN-US/GUID-E01D9421-9E1B-4D85-81A0-46C6DCFAA9E4.html
[4] https://www.garmin.com/en-US/blog/outdoor/garmin-engineer-talks-satiq-longer-battery-life-same-precise-tracking/
[5] https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-9183E86B-2399-4CFC-AB50-EAFC6D6ED326/EN-US/Descent_Mk3_Series_OM_EN-US.pdf