Owner's Manual

1
On your smartphone, enable Bluetooth wireless technology.
2
Bring your smartphone within 10 m (33 ft.) of your Approach
S6 device.
3
Go to
garmin.com/apps or the application store for your
smartphone, and download the Garmin Connect Mobile app.
4
Open the Garmin Connect Mobile app, and follow the on-
screen instructions to connect a device.
5
On your Approach S6 device, select
> Setup > Bluetooth
> Pair Mobile Device.
6
Follow the on-screen instructions.
When your Approach S6 device receives a notification, it
displays a message. You can select the message to open the
notification.
Viewing Notifications
1
Select
> Notifications.
2
Select a notification.
3
Select
or to scroll through the contents of the
notification.
System Settings
Select > Setup.
Bluetooth: Enables Bluetooth wireless technology (Phone
Notifications, page 4).
Tones: Turns audible tones on or off.
Display: Sets the background color (Changing the Display
Color, page 5) and the accent color.
Scoring: Sets the scoring method, enables or disables handicap
scoring, and turns statistics tracking on or off (Keeping Score,
page 2).
Time: Sets the time to automatic or manual (Setting the Time
Manually, page 5).
Format: Sets the time format to 12- or 24-hour.
Language: Sets the text language on the device.
NOTE: Changing the text language does not change the
language of user-entered data or map data.
Units: Sets the unit of measure for distance.
Driver Dist.: Sets your saved driver distance from the tee box.
This distance appears as an arc on the CourseView screen.
Handedness: Sets the device for a right-handed or left-handed
player. This setting is important for the TempoTraining and
SwingStrength features.
Lock Screen: Allows you to choose if the device times out and
locks the touchscreen while you are playing golf or using the
golf features. When you are not playing golf or using the golf
features, the watch automatically times out after a period of
inactivity (Unlocking the Device, page 1).
Setting the Time Manually
By default, the time is set automatically when the device
acquires satellite signals.
1
Select
> Setup > Time > Manual.
2
Select
and to set the hour and minute.
3
Select AM or PM.
Changing the Display Color
You can change the background color on the device.
1
Select
> Setup > Display.
2
Select an option:
• Select White to display black text on a white background.
• Select Black to display white text on a black background.
Changing the Accent Color
You can change the accent color on the device.
1
Select
> Setup > Display > Accent.
2
Select an accent color.
Setting the Alarm
1
Select
> Alarm > Setup Alarm.
2
Select
and to set the hour and minute.
3
Select AM or PM.
4
Select Once, Daily, or Weekdays.
Device Information
Specifications
Battery type Lithium-ion
Battery life Watch only: 20 weeks
Watch with Bluetooth notifications: 15 hours
Playing golf: 10 hours
NOTE: The actual battery life of a fully charged
battery depends on how much time you use GPS,
the backlight, and power save mode. Exposure to
extremely cold temperatures also reduces battery
life.
Operating
temperature range
From -20º to 60ºC (from -4º to 140ºF)
Charging
temperature range
From 5º to 40ºC (from 40º to 104ºF)
Water rating 5 ATM
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Radio frequency/
protocol
Bluetooth Smart wireless technology
Device Care
NOTICE
Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can
degrade the life of the product.
Avoid pressing the keys under water.
Do not use a sharp object to clean the device.
Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen, or
damage may result.
Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect repellents that can
damage plastic components and finishes.
Thoroughly rinse the device with fresh water after exposure to
chlorine, salt water, sunscreen, cosmetics, alcohol, or other
harsh chemicals. Prolonged exposure to these substances can
damage the case.
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme
temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent
damage.
Cleaning the Device
NOTICE
Even small amounts of sweat or moisture can cause corrosion
of the electrical contacts when connected to a charger.
Corrosion can prevent charging and data transfer.
1
Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a mild
detergent solution.
2
Wipe it dry.
After cleaning, allow the device to dry completely.
1
The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 50 m. For more
information, go to www.garmin.com/waterrating.
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