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- Page 1 User’s Guide Sonocaddie XV2 Golf GPS User’s Guide Sonostar Inc. V 2.3 I This document is the property of Sonostar Inc. Any unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
1.2.2 Status Area............8 Chapter 2. Getting started..........9 2.1 Installing batteries ............ 9 2.2 Carrying Sonocaddie on the Golf Course ....9 2.2.1 Belt Attachment ..........9 2.2.2 Other Carrying Options......... 10 Chapter 3. Before starting a Game ........11 3.1 Power On/Off ............ - Page 3 4.4 Green View Function..........20 4.4 Green View Function..........21 4.5 Mark Function ............21 4.6 Digital Scorecard Function ........22 4.7 Linking Sonocaddie to other Devices....23 4.7.1 Sonocaddie to Personal Computer....23 4.7.2 Sonocaddie to Sonocaddie......25 4.7.3 System Requirements ........27 Appendices .................
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Page 4: Welcome
Welcome Welcome to the Sonocaddie guide. This guide has been designed to provide you with everything you need to know on how to operate your Sonocaddie. Please read the user’s guide thoroughly in order to understand the features of the Sonocaddie... -
Page 5: Caution
Sonocaddie. Do not use any other type of battery. If your Sonocaddie is not used for a long period of time, it is recommended to remove the batteries to prevent any leaking. Please dispose of batteries according to local regulations (e.g. -
Page 6: Chapter 1. Introduction
User’s Guide Chapter 1. Introduction 1.1 Features Hook Green Close-up Mark button View button Power/Right soft key Esc / Left soft key Battery release button Data I/O port Battery cover 5-way key Fig. 1.1 Product serial Battery cover number Warranty sticker Product Information Fig. -
Page 7: Display
User’s Guide -way key -way key 1. Left / - 1. Left / - 2. Right / + 2. Right / + 3. Up / + 3. Up / + 4. Down / 4. Down / 5. Select / Sa 5. -
Page 8: Symbol Description
Water (front/back) (includes major water hazards) Creek(front/back) ( includes: river, ditch and stream) Trap Tree (includes: tree, shrubbery and forest) Hill Lay-up Out of Bounds Mark Sonocaddie Computer 1.2.2 Status Area Satellite sig Satellite sig al 8~10 >10 Accurac None... -
Page 9: Chapter 2. Getting Started
2. Slide the hook into the clip until yo u hear a ‘clip’ sound. 3. To remove the Sonocaddie, press down the top clip button an d slide Sonocaddie upward out of the clip. -
Page 10: Other Carrying Options
User’s Guide 2.2.2 Other Carrying Options he clip an also be attached to different things. For example, it can be clipped onto the golf bag. Make sure that the cli p has been properly fixed for maximum security. This document is the property of Sonostar Inc. Any unauthorized reproduction is prohibited. -
Page 11: Chapter 3. Before Starting A Game
Please allow approximately 5~10 minutes when turning the Sonocaddie on to search for GPS signals (make sure to be in an open- sky area). 3.2 Main Menu Use the 5-way key to select 8 functions. -
Page 12: Settings
User’s Guide 3.2.1 Settings There are two selections in Settings. 1. Distance unit 2. LCD contrast 3.2.1.1 Distance Unit Use the left or right 5-way key to select the preferred distance unit.(Yard / Meter). Then press ‘Save’ to return to the ‘Main’ page. 3.2.1.2 LCD Contrast Use the left or right 5-way key to adjust the screen contrast. -
Page 13: Gps Status
Note: Lower DOP numbers provide better accuracy. Important: To achieve optimum accuracy please be aware that Sonocaddie performs best under clear sky conditions. Since at least 6 satellite signals should be sought, it might be necessary to wait for these to be registered. -
Page 14: New Course
‘Map New’ from ‘Main’ page. Key in the course name and then press ‘Save’ to play a game directly. Important: Users can save up to 20 courses into Sonocaddie. This document is the property of Sonostar Inc. Any unauthorized reproduction is prohibited. -
Page 15: Select A Hole
User’s Guide 4.1.3 Select a Hole Select a hole to play. Use the left or right key to select a hole and then ‘Select’ to play. Handicap or Par can be edited in this page. To edit any information (Hcp, Par), scroll down with the 5-way key and press left or right to adjust the number. -
Page 16: Reference Points Next To Green
User’s Guide 4.1.4.1 Reference points on/off fairway Select the specific location to add your new reference point and press ‘Select’ (right soft key). Select a desired reference point from the 12 icons provided, and press ‘Record’ to enter (right soft key) Important: Each row only allows one reference point. -
Page 17: Reference Points On Green
User’s Guide 4.1.5 Reference Points on Green To add Green reference points, select the Green front or back and press ‘Record’ to record the coordinates. Important: To record the Green front reference point, the player must stand still at the front edge of the green before pressing “Record”. -
Page 18: Select Hole Information
User’s Guide To Delete a Course Press ‘More’ (right soft key) and select ‘Delete’ from the pop-up list using the 5-way key. To delete, press ‘Delete’ (right soft key) to confirm or ‘Esc’ (left soft key) to go back. Once ‘Delete’ is selected the course information and all reference points will be deleted. -
Page 19: Editing Reference Points
Then press ‘Select’ and choose one icon from the icon page. Press ‘Record’. The icon is now changed to the new icon. If the Sonocaddie shows an incorrect distance to the course feature, users can update the new coordinates by pressing ‘Edit’ and choosing the particular reference point icon that requires updating. -
Page 20: Deleting Reference Points
4.3 Saving Changes to the Course Before powering off the Sonocaddie or exiting the course the user will be prompted with a dialog box whether or not to save the changes. User can select ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ or ‘Cancel’. -
Page 21: Green View Function
User’s Guide 4.4 Green View Function At any time during play, users can press the ‘Green View Button’ to get a close-up view of the putting green. Press the ‘Green View Button’ again to go back to the previous page. Important: Green View function will be activated only after selecting a course and a hole. -
Page 22: Digital Scorecard Function
Up /Down enters the scores). Once the scores for the 9 holes have been entered, Sonocaddie will automatically calculate the total of the scores for the first 9 holes. To go to the next 9 holes, continue pressing the Left/Right key until they appear on the display. -
Page 23: Linking Sonocaddie To Other Devices
4.7.1 Sonocaddie to Personal Computer (Data link by Sono–to-PC Data Cable) 1. Connect Sonocaddie and the computer with the data cable or USB converter provided before transmission. This document is the property of Sonostar Inc. Any unauthorized reproduction is prohibited. - Page 24 Sonocaddie during the download/upload transmission until the process is completed. 3. Computer: Access the website www.sonocaddie.com. You will see a log in feature. Enter your email address and choose a password to log in. Next, select ‘Course’, and navigate to the golf course you want to download, and follow the instructions for either downloading or uploading.
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Page 25: Sonocaddie To Sonocaddie
In the following example, course data is being transferred from Sonocaddie A to Sonocaddie B. Step 1. Before Transmission For Sonocaddie A: Select “Sono V.S. Sono’ and choose ‘Send’. Then press ‘Select’ to select the golf course. For Sonocaddie B: Select “Sono V.S. Sono’ and then ‘Receive’. Press ‘Select’... - Page 26 ‘Completed’. Then press ‘Finish’ or ‘Esc’ to go back to the ‘Link’ selection page. For Sonocaddie B: Press ‘Esc’ to go to the previous page or stay at the same page for receiving more course data. Important: Sonocaddie data cables are solely for Sonocaddie devices.
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Page 27: System Requirements
User’s Guide 4.7.3 System Requirements Before you link to your Sonocaddie, note that your computer (desktop or notebook with PC/AT-compatible computer) needs to meet the following system requirements. Windows 98/ME/NT/2000/XP Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher 256 MB or higher RAM... -
Page 28: Appendices
Transmission RS232 for PC interface on these OS: Windows® 98SE, ®ME, ®NT, ®2000 and ®XP. Data cable for PC computer Data cable for Sonocaddie to Sonocaddie USB cable adaptor (Optional) Built-in GPS Receiver Built-in High Sensitivity GPS Antenna This document is the property of Sonostar Inc. Any unauthorized reproduction is prohibited. -
Page 29: Description Abbreviations
A. In order to receive GPS signals you must be in an open sky area, away from buildings, trees cliffs, etc. The first time you start Sonocaddie in a new area it may take up to 10~15 min. to receive sufficient satellite signals. - Page 30 A. Sonocaddie is not compatible with Apple Mac OS systems. Q7. Will I lose my data when the power on Sonocaddie is turned off? A. Data stored in the Sonocaddie will not be lost unless you edit or erase the data.
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Page 31: Customer Service And Technical Support
User’s Guide Q8. Why are the distances shown on Sonocaddie incorrect for each hole on this course. A. Please check the GPS reception on the GPS Status screen at the time to be sure you have at least 6 stable satellite signals. Also check the Settings menu (Wrench icon) to be sure the distance units (yard or meter) are correct. -
Page 32: Regulatory Agency Compliance
User’s Guide Regulatory Agency Compliance Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 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.
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