Garmin APPROACH R50 Owner's Manual

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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Connecting to an External Display..12 Garmin Golf App........12 Updating Software with Garmin Introduction........1 Express™..........13 Device Overview........1 Specifications........13 Turning On the Launch Monitor..... 1 Getting More Information..... 13 Adding Users........2 Device Care..........13 Deleting Users........2...
Page 5: Introduction
Turning On the Launch Monitor The first time you use the launch monitor, you are prompted to choose a language, connect to a wireless network, and set up your Garmin account. For more information, go to garmin.com/videos/approachR50setup. ® 1 Press the button.
Page 6: Adding Users
• To create and sign into a new Garmin account, select Create New Garmin Account. • To create a profile that is not linked to a Garmin account, select Create Guest Profile. NOTE: Data recorded for guest profiles will only be stored locally.
Page 7: Preparing For A Shot
Preparing for a Shot CAUTION Failing to take one or more of the following actions could result in possible property damage or personal injury while using the device indoors: • Ensure there is adequate ceiling height and that no objects can obstruct your backswing or follow through. •...
Page 8: Launch Monitor Placement Considerations
1 From the home screen, select an option: • To start a practice session, select Practice. • To play a virtual round of golf, select Play. NOTE: To play a virtual round, you need a Garmin Golf membership (Garmin Golf Membership, page 2).
Page 9: Golf Simulator Settings
Golf Simulator Settings During a virtual round or practice session, select > Round Settings or > Session Settings. NOTE: Some settings are available only during a virtual round. NOTE: You can set the ball flight conditions manually, or to match the course location. The ball flight conditions affect the carry distances.
Page 10: Home Tee Hero
Home Tee Hero With a Garmin Golf membership (Garmin Golf Membership, page 2), you can play a virtual round of golf at a course rendered with 3D technology on your Approach launch monitor. There are over 43,000 courses available. The profile name for the current player.
Page 11: Viewing Your Scorecard
Viewing Your Scorecard During a virtual round, select > Scorecard. Picking Up Your Ball During a virtual round, you can receive a score of 10 on the current hole and skip to the next hole. Select > Pick Up Ball > Pick Up Ball. Ending the Round During a virtual round, select >...
Page 12: Applying The Club Stickers
A swing metric for the list of shots from the session. Select the drop-down arrow to display a different metric. The list of shots taken during the session, grouped by club. Select the drop-down arrow next to each club to see every shot taken with that club during the session. TIP: You can edit or delete a shot from the list by swiping left on it.
Page 13: Adjusting The Target Alignment
Adjusting the Target Alignment During a practice session, the target alignment is set to 0 degrees by default. You can adjust the target alignment up to 15 degrees to the left or right. 1 During a practice session, select > Target Alignment. 2 If necessary, select Reset to set the target alignment back to 0 degrees.
Page 14: Weekly Tournament
Weekly Tournament With a Garmin Golf membership, you can compete in a virtual tournament against other golfers around the world on different courses each week. You can play in each weekly tournament as many times as you want. All scores are posted on the leaderboard.
Page 15: Settings
Manage or Delete Garmin Account: Displays information about how to manage or delete your Garmin account. Switch User: Sign in to a different profile. Sign Out: Sign out of your Garmin account. To log back into this profile, you will need to re-enter your Garmin account email and password.
Page 16: Restoring All Default Settings
3 Connect the opposite end of the cable to an available HDMI port on the external display. Garmin Golf App The Garmin Golf app allows you to view detailed statistics and shot analyses that are recorded on your Approach launch monitor. The Garmin Golf app syncs your data with your Garmin Connect account. You can download the Garmin Golf app from the app store on your phone (garmin.com/golfapp).
Page 17: Updating Software With Garmin Express
Updating Software with Garmin Express ™ You can use the Garmin Express application to download and install the latest software updates for your launch monitor. 1 If you do not have the Garmin Express application installed on your computer, go to garmin.com/express...
Page 18: Cleaning The Device
Cleaning the Device 1 Dampen a soft, clean, lint-free cloth with fresh water. 2 Gently wipe the device. Long-Term Storage When you do not plan to use the device for several months, you should charge the battery to at least 50% before you store the device.
Page 19: Resetting The Device
Resetting the Device If the launch monitor stops responding, you may need to reset it. This does not erase any of your saved data or settings. If you reset the launch monitor during a virtual round or practice session, you may lose the data for that round or session.
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