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® Rangefinder Watch User Manual Lit # 98-2370/04-12 Model # 368300...
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Care and Maintenance The Neo Watch is durable and waterproof. To help ensure reliable operation, the following care and maintenance guidelines are recommended : • Avoid exposing the watch to extreme environmental conditions for a prolonged period of time. • Avoid severe impacts on the watch. • You may clean the watch occasionally with a soft and damp cloth.
Table of Contents Page Title Page # Welcome Important Info / Our Website iGolf.com Registration / Downloading Additional Courses Charging the Battery Package Contents / Computer Requirements / Updates Parts/Controls (Buttons and Functions) Operational Overview (Power On and Basic Operation) Play Golf Mode: Using Play Golf Mode Play Golf Mode: Button Functions Other Menu Options: Battery / Golf Demo...
Congratulations on your purchase of the Bushnell Neo GPS Rangefinder Watch. We sincerely hope you will find your Bushnell product both enjoyable and easy to use. Knowing the exact distance for each shot will assist you in lowering your score and enhance your overall golfing experience.
Important Information Legal Disclaimer By using this product, you agree that Bushnell Outdoor Products will not be held legally responsible for any injury or damage to you or any person or property caused by the user’s improper operation and/or poor judgment while using this product.
Registration/Downloads iGolf.com Registration Within 180 days of purchase, go to iGolf.com to register your Neo Watch, which will update the preloaded GPS course data and load any new courses that have been recently added to the iGolf database. If a unit that has not been registered is powered on 180 days or more after the first GPS signal reception, it will not function but will display a prompt to register online (which will allow it to resume normal function).
Charging the Battery About the Battery The rechargeable battery of the Neo Watch is long lasting and provides up to 14 hours of golf, or one year of use as an everyday (time only) watch. However, battery life may be reduced due to a variety of factors (external temperature, etc). All rechargeable batteries lose their effective charge length over time.
Contents/Requirements/Updates Package Contents / Computer Requirements/Updates Package Contents 1 - Bushnell Neo GPS Rangefinder Watch 1 - USB/Charging Cable 1 - Quick Start Guide Computer Requirements* USB (1.1 or 2.0) Port OS: Windows (7, Vista or XP) or Mac OS X (version 10.6 or later, INTEL processor)* *Required to transfer course data files.
Parts / Controls Buttons and Functions Shot Back Select Front Menu 1. SHOT Button: Tracks shot distance in Play Golf mode. Controls backlight. Press & hold for night mode. Disable night mode with a single quick push. Press Select, Front, or Back to exit Shot Distance. 2.
Operational Overview Power On and Basic Operation Ready to start using your Neo Watch? First, be sure the battery has a full charge. If you are using it for the first time, it should be charged until the “FULL” charge indication is displayed (refer to “Battery Charging”...
Play Golf Mode Using Play Golf Mode • Press MENU and select “Play Golf ” (press FRONT or BACK if necessary) at the top of Menu 1 then press SELECT. The Neo Watch will search for GPS satellite signals. Once satellite lock has been acquired, the Neo Watch will display a list of courses in the local area.
Play Golf Mode Button Functions in Play Golf Mode Track Shot Distance: This feature allows you to easily check the distance between any two points and would normally be used to measure the length of your shot. Press the SHOT button to set Point A (where you are standing) to “0”.
Other Menu Options Battery To check the remaining battery charge, select “Battery” from Menu 1. Golf Demo Selecting “Golf Demo” from Menu 1 provides an overview of the functionality of Play Golf mode without requiring a GPS satellite signal. It will display sample screens of the main Front, Center, Back (FCB) screen, Shot Distance, Hazard Distances, Back of the Green, and Front of the Green Screen.
Other Menu Options Odometer Once a GPS satellite signal has been acquired, selecting the Odometer function allows you to track distance, speed, and total activity time. Distance Total Activity Time Speed Alarm The Neo Watch features a standard alarm function. The alarm sounds at the set time.
Other Menu Options Timer The Neo Watch timer function works like a kitchen timer (countdown timer). Set the desired time, and an alarm will sound when the time has elapsed. Toggle Time Up Cycle between Hours/Minutes Start Timer Toggle Time Down Exit Timer GPS Status Once a GPS satellite signal has been acquired, selecting the GPS Status screen...
Settings Menu Items Settings From the settings menu, you can adjust the time and date (select “TimeDate”), disable the key tones (select “Sound”), adjust the units of measurement between standard and metric (select “Units”), and perform a system reset (select “SysReset”) to restore all original settings. Press SELECT Time/Date This option allows you to set the time and date, set the time zone, adjust the...
Settings Menu Items Sound This menu option allows you to disable key tones. When key tones are set to the “On” position, the Neo will emit beeping tones with each button push. When key tones are set to the “Off” position, the button pushes will be silent. Press SELECT Enable key tones on button push.
Settings Menu Items System Reset This menu option resets the Neo Watch to factory default settings. Press SELECT Reset to Keep current factory default settings and settings return to menu About The about screen displays the firmware/software version that is currently installed and running on your device.
If a software or hardware reset doesn’t resolve your issue, please consult the following Troubleshooting/FAQ section of this manual. If none of the items included in this Troubleshooting & FAQ section describes or resolves your specific issue, please contact Bushnell customer support at (800) 423-3537.
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• Yes, you are required to register the Neo within 180 days of first use at www.iGolf.com. • We also encourage you to register your product at www.bushnell.com. How do I register my Neo Watch ? • Go to http://www.igolf.com, select “Join Now, ” enter the requested information and select the “Join Now”...
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Troubleshooting / FAQ • Make sure the watch display shows the “Connected” screen. • Try a different USB port on your computer after making sure the 4-pin end of the cable is properly connected to the Neo Watch. I’m having problems syncing the Neo Watch with iGolf.com.
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Troubleshooting / FAQ of Java, so it must be downloaded through them. This version of Java is only supported by OS X 10.6 or newer. For more information regarding Java for Macs, visit http://support.apple.com. What courses are preloaded on the Neo Watch ? • The Neo Watch is preloaded with over 25,000 courses for the United...
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Troubleshooting / FAQ The GPS satellite signal seems inconsistent or won’t lock on. • Move to a clear, unobstructed view of the sky (i.e. no trees, buildings or objects that might interfere GPS satellite strength). • Time of day may affect GPS signal strength. Try again during different hours of the day.
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Can I replace the internal rechargeable battery ? • No, you cannot replace the battery. If you experience issues with the Watch battery, please contact Bushnell customer service. The backlight does not seem to work. • From the Menu 1 screen, press and hold FRONT to turn the Neo Watch off for ten (10) seconds and try again.
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· Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The device does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should only be made by an Authorized Bushnell repair center. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in permanent damage to the equipment, and will void your warranty and your authority to operate this device under Part 15 regulations.