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Installation Guide
Thank you for choosing the SAM PuttLab system!
This Installation describes the hardware and software installation
process and the "Measurement"-feature in a simple way.
For optimal results first read the section "General information" on
page 2.
Based on the "Delivery checklist" on page 4 please check that all
items listed are included in the package.
Follow the sequence of the steps to avoid problems during
installation.
Installation steps:
Hardware installation
Software installation
Start software for the first time
Do your first measurement
page 5
page 9
page 13
page 15
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Summary of Contents for Science&Motion Sports SAM PuttLab
- Page 1 Installation Guide Thank you for choosing the SAM PuttLab system! This Installation describes the hardware and software installation process and the “Measurement”-feature in a simple way. For optimal results first read the section “General information” on page 2. Based on the “Delivery checklist” on page 4 please check that all items listed are included in the package.
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Page 2: General Information
If you want to use the SAM PuttLab indoors, choose a place with a minimum distance of 1 meter / 3 feet to walls or other objects placed on the ground. Generally it could be a problem to do measurements in very small rooms with wall distances of less than 2-3 m (6.5-10 ft). -
Page 3: Safety Warnings
To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the plastic bags away from babies and children! Transport and storage You can easily take the SAM PuttLab wherever you want within the original case. Please insert the parts into the case as they were shipped. Don’t store it in a damp or wet place! ... -
Page 4: Delivery Checklist
Delivery checklist 3. Delivery checklist Tripod Base Unit FlexTriplet with FlexClip Triplet Calibration Sheet USB cable Battery Laser Alignment Board Laser with battery charger Software License document (optional) (optional) with download instructions page 4 of 24... -
Page 5: Hardware Installation
Hardware installation 4. Hardware installation Needed parts: Base Unit FlexTriplet with Tripod Triplet Calibration Battery FlexClip Sheet Inserting the battery 1. Open the battery case on the backside of the FlexTriplet. 2. Insert the battery into the inset. 3. Close the battery case. ... - Page 6 Hardware installation Mount the FlexTriplet to a putter 1. Position the FlexTriplet at a distance of 25 cm (10 inch) from the lower edge of putter head. The Triplet Calibration Sheet helps you to measure the correct distance. 2. Release both nuts of the FlexClip. ...
- Page 7 Hardware installation 8. Place the putter head on the Triplet Calibration Sheet. The FlexTriplet has to be mounted to the putter head with an angle of 90°. The Triplet Calibration Sheet will help you. 9. Adjust the angle between putter head and FlexTriplet (exactly to 90°) by using the line on the sheet.
- Page 8 Hardware installation 5. Place the BaseUnit with the tripod on a flat and stable ground. Check if the angle of the BaseUnit is perpendicular to the ground. 6. Arrange the components as shown on the picture on the left. ...
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Page 9: Software Installation
USB cable download instructions 1. Enter the following link in your browser: www.scienceandmotion.com/get- puttlab-software/ The SAM PuttLab software registration form opens. 2. Fill out the form. 3. Click the “SEND” button. You will be directed to a webpage... - Page 10 Software installation YES on this question if you want to transfer all your existing data to the new installation (this information only applies if you do an update for an existing PuttLab). The setup screen appears. 6. Click the “Next“ button to continue. 7.
- Page 11 Software installation A destination folder will be shown. 9. Click the “Install“ button or browse for a different destination. After setup procedure has copied all files to your hard disk, you will be asked to install the USB driver. 10.
- Page 12 Software installation After software installation is finished you will be prompted to connect the BaseUnit to your PC using the USB cable. 14. Connect the BaseUnit now to your pc or notebook. After you plug the BaseUnit into the USB port, your computer will notice a newly attached device.
- Page 13 Otherwise the USB driver installation has failed. If so, repeat step “Software installation” of this Installation Guide! 1. Double-click on the desktop icon to start the SAM PuttLab software. You can also start the software through the Window start-menu under “Programs > SAM PuttLab 6”...
- Page 14 Start the software for the first time The “SAM PuttLab Wizard” will appear. The data in the software is organized in projects that contain the corresponding players. For each player you can have several measurements. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and create a first project and a player.
- Page 15 Do your first measurement 7. Do your first measurement Create a measurement 1. Select the “Measure” icon from Main Screen start the first measurement. “Start Measurement” screen opens 2. Press the “Start” button. The measure screen will open. ...
- Page 16 Do your first measurement Execute the calibration In this step the system will be calibrated to your putt position and direction. The calibration will be executed in the “Direct Calibration” mode. This means that firstly you should find your address position and hold your club stable in this position, then finally press the “C”...
- Page 17 Do your first measurement You should now see the Laser beam on the center area of the Laser Alignment board or on the ball positioned in front of the hole. If this is not the case move the Laser until the beam is visible on the target object. ...
- Page 18 Don't forget to check out the help functions in the PuttLab software to get a maximum of information on all features of the software. Press the F1 key in the main screen of the SAM PuttLab software to open the help overview page. Or open the settings and go to the "Program Help" page.
- Page 19 Important Information 8. Important Information LED Status of the FlexTriplet Green – FlexTriplet is activated and sending Strokes can be made in front of constant signals from the sensor. the BaseUnit. You can hear a gentle buzzing noise. If you don’t make a measure the active mode lasts for 90 seconds.
- Page 20 Important Information LED Status of the BaseUnit After finishing the software and driver installation of the SAM PuttLab and connecting the BaseUnit for the first time there are two possible LED statuses: Green Driver installation is You can make a measurement.
- Page 21 Important Information Calibration 8.4.1 Why is it so important The calibration of the system must be done after every software startup, every change of ball position or the target position, change of the putter and repositioning of the FlexTriplet on the golf club. All the data will correspond to the ball position and the target direction from the calibration point.
- Page 22 Important Information 8.4.3 Calibration methods There are two ways to calibrate the SAM PuttLab system Press the “C”-key or the “execute direct Direct calibration calibration” button on the keyboard! The SAM PuttLab will be directly calibrated This is the best and easiest way to calibrate when you are more than one person working on the system.
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- Page 24 More Info / contact 10. More Info / contact Website www.scienceandmotion.com E-Mail info@scienceandmotion.com © DA 11/17, Science&Motion Sports GmbH page 24 of 24...
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