APPROACH R10 ® Owner’s Manual
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Table of Contents Introduction..................................... 1 Device Overview...................................... 1 LED Statuses........................................... 2 Pairing Your Smartphone....................... 2 Adjusting the Device Alignment....... 13 Tips for Using the Carrying Case..... 13 Resetting the Device......................... 13 My phone will not connect to the device................................................ 14 Index..............................................
Introduction WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Device Overview Alignment line: Align with the ball and shot target to set the target line. Button: Press to turn the device on. Hold for one second to turn the device off. With the device turned off, hold until the status LED turns blue to enter pairing mode. Charge LED: Indicates the battery status (LED Statuses, page 2).
LED Statuses The status LED indicates the device status. The charge LED Status LED Activity indicates the battery status. Status Solid blue The device is in pairing mode. Flashing blue The device is reconnecting to the previously connected smartphone. Solid white The device is in mass storage mode. Flashing white The device is in standby mode. Flashing green The device is ready for a shot. Solid red The device is busy. Flashing purple A software update is in progress.
Garmin Golf App The Garmin Golf app allows you to view detailed statistics and shot analyses that are recorded on your Approach device. For viewing on a larger display, you can mirror the Garmin Golf app to a compatible smart TV using the screen mirroring function on your smartphone. With a Garmin Golf subscription, golfers can compete with each other at over 42,000 virtual courses and participate in a weekly virtual tournament. The subscription can be purchased through the app.
Installing the Magnetic Tripod Mount WARNING Both the device and its mount may contain magnets. Under certain circumstances, magnets may cause interference with some internal medical devices, including pacemakers and insulin pumps. Devices and mounts that contain magnets should be kept away from such medical devices. NOTICE The mount contains a magnet. Under certain circumstances, magnets may cause damage to some electronic devices, including hard drives in laptop computers.
Preparing for a Shot 1 Place the ball at the desired tee location. NOTE: The tee location must be at least 8 ft. (2.4 m) away from the net when playing indoors. 2 Attach the device to the tripod mount (Installing the Magnetic Tripod Mount, page 4). 3 Place the device on the ground between 6 ft. and 8 ft. (1.8 m and 2.4 m) behind the tee location. NOTE: If you are using a golf mat, make sure the bottom edge of the device sits above the mat.
Home Tee Hero Mode The Home Tee Hero mode allows you to play a virtual round of golf at a course rendered with 3D technology. There are over 42,000 courses available. Displays the distance to the hole. Displays the distance to the shot target. Displays the elevation difference between the location of the ball and the shot target. Displays the wind speed and direction. Displays the shot target. TIP: You can move the shot target by dragging it to the desired location on the course. Select to open the menu.
Virtual Round Scoring During a virtual round, the Garmin Golf app calculates your score using a method similar to stroke play. Each shot you take counts as one stroke. Hitting the ball into the water or out of bounds adds a penalty stroke. Because there is no putting in a virtual round, additional strokes are added based on how accurate you are with your approach shot. You can receive 0 to 3 additional strokes depending on how close your approach shot is to the hole.
Swing Capture The Swing Capture feature allows you to use your paired smartphone's camera to automatically record videos of your swings during a Driving Range session. You can view the recorded swings and associate them with the advanced swing metrics recorded for that shot. Enabling the Swing Capture Feature Before you can enable the Swing Capture feature, you must allow the Garmin Golf app to use the camera on your paired smartphone. 1 During a Driving Range session, select .
Deleting Saved Driving Range Sessions 1 2 3 4 From the or menu in the app, select Golf Sim Sessions. Select > Edit Sessions. Select at least one Driving Range session. Select Delete > Delete. Ending Your Driving Range Session 1 During a Driving Range session, select 2 Select an option: • To save the session, select Save. • To delete the session, select Delete. > End Session. Weekly Tournament You can compete in a virtual tournament against other golfers around the world on different courses each week.
Appendix Charging the Device WARNING This product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent the possibility of personal injury or product damage caused by battery exposure to extreme heat, store the device out of direct sunlight. NOTICE To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the USB port, the weather cap, and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer. The device is powered by a built-in lithium-ion battery that you can charge using a standard wall outlet or a USB port on your computer.
Using the Phone Mount You can use the phone mount and bag clip to attach your paired smartphone to your golf bag for convenient viewing and interaction with the Garmin Golf app. The phone mount is compatible with smartphones in portrait view with widths between 58 mm (2.3 in.) and 90 mm (3.5 in.). The phone mount should only be attached when your golf bag is stationary. 1 Insert the bag clip ball mount into the back of the phone mount until it clicks into place.
Product Updates On your computer, install Garmin Express™ (www.garmin.com/express). On your smartphone, install the Garmin Golf app. This provides easy access to these services for Garmin devices: • Software updates • Product registration ® Setting Up Garmin Express 1 Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable. 2 Go to www.garmin.com/express. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. Specifications Battery type Rechargeable, built-in lithium-ion battery Battery life Up to 10 hr.
Device Care NOTICE Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can degrade the life of the product. Do not use a sharp object to clean the device. Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect repellents that can damage plastic components and finishes. Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent damage. Secure the weather cap tightly to prevent damage to the USB port.
My phone will not connect to the device If your phone will not connect to the device, you can try these tips. • Bring the device within range of your smartphone. • Turn off your smartphone and your device, and turn them back on again. • Make sure Bluetooth technology is enabled on your smartphone. • Make sure the status LED on the device is flashing blue. • Update the Garmin Golf app to the latest version.
Index A accessories 12 applications 3, 9 apps 9 smartphone 2 B battery 10 charging 10 storage 13 C cleaning the device 13 clear, history 9 courses, playing 6 D data storing 3 transferring 3 device cleaning 13 resetting 13 E editing 8 G Garmin Express 12 updating software 12 H history 8, 9 sending to computer 3 K keys 1 M mounts optional 11 tripod 4 P pairing, smartphone 2, 14 R radar 7, 9 resetting the device 13 S scoring 7 smartphone 3 pairing 2, 14 software, updating 12 specificatio
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Important Safety and Product Information WARNING Failure to heed the following warnings could result in an accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury. Battery Warnings A lithium-ion battery is used in this device. If these guidelines are not followed, batteries may experience a shortened life span or may present a risk of damage to the device, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury. • Do not disassemble, modify, remanufacture, puncture or damage the device or batteries.
FCC Compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
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