Approach® G10

Owner’s Manual

February 2016 190-01986-00_0A

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Table of ContentsGetting Started............................................................... 1Keys............................................................................................ 1Turning On the Device................................................................ 1Status Icons................................................................................ 1Charging the Device................................................................... 1Playing Golf.................................................................... 1Hole View....................................................................................1Moving the Pin ............................................................................ 1Measuring a Shot ........................................................................1Viewing Hazards......................................................................... 1Viewing Layup and Dogleg Distances........................................ 2Using the Odometer ....................................................................2Keeping Score............................................................................ 2Garmin Connect............................................................. 2Customizing Your Device.............................................. 2System Settings.......................................................................... 2Appendix......................................................................... 3Device Care................................................................................ 3Cleaning the Device....................................................................3Viewing Device Information........................................................ 3Software and Course Updates................................................... 3Specifications..............................................................................3Index................................................................................ 4

Table of Contents i

Getting Started WARNING

See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.

Keys

À

Select to scroll through menus, holes, and settings.Hold to turn the device on and off.

Á

Select to scroll through menus, holes, and settings.

Â

OK Select to select menu options and acknowledge messages. During play, select to open in-game features.

Ã

BACK Select to return to the previous menu.

Turning On the DeviceThe first time you turn on the device, you are prompted to configure system settings.1 Hold .2 Follow the on-screen instructions.

Status IconsBattery status

Sunrise

Sunset

Charging the Device WARNING

This device contains a lithium-ion battery. See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.

NOTICETo prevent corrosion, thoroughly clean and dry the contacts and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer. Refer to the cleaning instructions in the appendix.

1 Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer.2 Align the charger posts with the contacts on the back of the

device, and connect the charging clip À

securely to the device.

3 Charge the device completely.4 Press

Á

to remove the charger.

Playing GolfBefore you can play golf, you must wait until the device acquires satellite signals, which may take 30 to 60 seconds.1 Select Start Round.

The device locates satellites and calculates your location.2 Select a course from the list.3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup and

start a round.

Hole ViewThe device shows the current hole you are playing, and automatically transitions when you move to a new hole.NOTE: By default, the device calculates the distance to the front, middle, and back of the green. If you know the location of the pin, you can set it more precisely (Moving the Pin, page 1).

À

Current hole number.Á

Distance to the pin location.Â

Distance to the back of the green.Ã

Distance to the front of the green.Ä

Approximate view of the green. The pin position is indicated with +.Å

Par for the hole.

Moving the PinYou can take a closer look at the green and move the pin location.1 While playing golf, select OK.2 Select Move Flag.3 Select or to move the pin position.4 Select OK.

Measuring a Shot1 While playing golf, select OK.2 Select Measure Shot.3 Walk to your ball.

TIP: You can select to reset the measurement.

Viewing HazardsYou can view distances to hazards along the fairway for par 4 and 5 holes. Hazards that affect shot selection are displayed individually or in groups to help you determine the distance to layup or carry.1 While playing golf, select OK.2 Select Hazards.

Getting Started 1

• The distances to the front À

and back Á

of the nearest hazard appear on the screen.

• The hazard type Â

is listed at the top of the page.• The green is represented as a half circle

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at the top of the screen. The line below the green represents the center of the fairway.

• Hazards Ä

are shown below the green in approximate locations relative to the fairway.

3 Select or to view other hazards for the current hole.

Viewing Layup and Dogleg DistancesYou can view a list of layup and dogleg distances for par 4 and 5 holes.1 While playing golf, select OK.2 Select Layups.

Layup and dogleg distances À

and the distance to reach each layup

Á

appear on the screen.

Using the OdometerYou can use the odometer to record the time and distance traveled.

Select an option:• If you are not currently playing a game, select Odometer

from the main menu.• If you are playing a game, select OK > Odometer.

Resetting the Odometer1 From the main menu, select Odometer.2 Select OK.3 Select Reset.

Turning Off the Odometer1 From the main menu, select Odometer.2 Select OK.3 Select Turn Off.

Keeping ScoreWhen scoring is enabled, you are prompted to enter your score when you are on the green. You can adjust the score manually at any time during a game.1 While playing golf, select OK.2 Select Scorecard.3 Select or to select a hole, and select OK.

4 Select or to set the score, and select OK.

Recording StatisticsBefore you can record statistics, you must enable statistics tracking (System Settings, page 2).1 While playing golf, select OK.2 Select Scorecard.3 Set the number of strokes taken, and select OK.4 Set the number of putts taken, and select OK.5 Select an option:

• If your shot from the tee hit the fairway, select In Fairway.• If your shot from the tee missed the fairway, select Missed

Left or Missed Right.Your statistics are recorded on your scorecard. You can view your scorecard using Garmin Connect™.

Uploading Your Scorecard Using Garmin Express™

You can upload your scorecard to Garmin Connect using the Garmin Express application.1 Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable.2 Go to www.garminconnect.com/golf.3 Follow the on-screen instructions.

Garmin ConnectGarmin Connect is your online statistics tracker where you can analyze and share all your rounds. You can connect with your friends on the Garmin Connect site. Garmin Connect gives you the tools to track, analyze, share, and encourage each other. To sign up for a free account, go to www.garminconnect.com/golf.Store your rounds: After you complete and save a round with

your device, you can upload that round to Garmin Connect and keep it as long as you want.

Analyze your data: You can view more detailed information about your round, including scorecards, statistics, course information, and customizable reports.

Share your activities: You can connect with friends to follow each other's activities or post links to your activities on your favorite social networking sites.

Customizing Your DeviceSystem SettingsFrom the main menu, select Settings.Color Theme: Sets the color theme for the screen (Setting the

Color Theme, page 2).Orientation: Sets the screen orientation (Setting the Screen

Orientation, page 3).Stat. Tracking: Enables detailed statistics tracking while playing

golf.Scoring: Enables scoring.Time: Sets the time.Language: Sets the device language.

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.Software Update: Updates the device software when updates

are available.

Setting the Color Theme1 From the main menu, select Settings > Color Theme.2 Select an option:

• To show a dark background with light text, select Dark.

2 Garmin Connect

• To show a light background with dark text, select Light.

Setting the Screen OrientationYou can adjust the screen orientation so it is easier to read in different positions, such as when the device is clipped to a belt.1 From the main menu, select Settings > Orientation.2 Select an option:

• To use the default screen orientation, select Normal.• To invert the screen orientation, select Flipped.

AppendixDevice Care

NOTICEAvoid 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.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 DeviceNOTICE

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.

Viewing Device InformationYou can view the unit ID, software version, regulatory information, and license agreement.

From the main menu, select About.

Software and Course UpdatesThis device is eligible for free course map updates. To update your device, download the free Garmin Express software from www.garmin.com/express.

SpecificationsBattery type Rechargeable lithium-ionBattery life Up to 15 hr.

NOTE: The actual life of a fully charged battery depends on your use of GPS, the backlight, and power save mode. Exposure to extremely cold temperatures 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 IEC 60529 IPX7*

*The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min. For more information, go to www.garmin.com/waterrating.

Appendix 3

IndexBbattery 3

charging 1

Ccharging 1cleaning the device 3course

playing 1selecting 1

customizing the device 2

Ddata

storing 2transferring 2

dogleg 2

GGarmin Connect 2green view, pin location 1

Hhazards 1history, sending to computer 2

Iicons 1

Kkeys 1, 3

Llayup 2

Mmaps, updates 3measuring a shot 1

Oodometer 2

Sscorecard 2screen

orientation 3settings 2

settings 1software

license 3updating 3version 3

specifications 3statistics 2storing data 2system settings 2

Uunit ID 3updates

course maps 3software 3

user profile 1

Wwater rating 3

4 Index

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