Bushnell Yardage Pro XGC User manual

User
Manual
Model # 368250 Lit # 98-1367/2-09

Table of ContentsUser Manual
Section 1: Introduction..................................................................................... 2
Welcome
Important Information
www.bushnellgolf.com
Package Contents
Additional Requirements
Bushnell Yardage Pro XGC Features
Battery Installation
Keypad Function
Start-Up
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Main Menu
Play Golf
Reviews
News
Map Course
Settings
Owner Information
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Section 3: Yardage Pro XGC Sync Application.............................................21
Introduction
Installation
Download Courses
Send Courses
Save Courses
Settings
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Dear Valued Consumer:
Congratulations on your purchase of the Bushnell Yardage Pro XGC. We sincerely
hope you will nd 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 golng experience.
This User Manual was created for you to get the most out of your new device and
assist with the initial setup. It only takes a few minutes to read, after which you can
immediately begin using your new Yardage Pro XGC and enjoying its many features.
Also, please visit http://www.bushnellgolf.com/gps/gps_rangenders.cfm to learn
more about GPS downloads and explore the benets of becoming an iGolf Member.
As a member, you have access to all the features and benets iGolf.com has to offer,
including access to an extensive database of GPS enabled golf course les for use on
your Yardage Pro XGC.
Thank you for choosing Bushnell.
Welcome

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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.
Note: See Limited Warranty for other limitations to our liability.
Additional Information
The Global Positioning System (GPS), a network of 32 satellites orbiting Earth, is
operated and maintained by the U.S. government. This GPS device requires at least 3
satellites to be acquired to accurately determine your position. Any change made to the
system by the government could affect the accuracy and performance of this product.
Important Information

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Bushnell Golf GPS Website
www.bushnellgolf.com is an online
resource for all our Golf GPS product
owners, and it also serves as a portal
to access iGolf.com GPS course les
to use with these Bushnell products.
Setting up your iGolf.com membership
allows you access to download GPS
les and many other benets.
www.bushnellgolf.com
Download Course Files
1) Go to http://www.bushnellgolf.com/gps/yardage_xgc.cfm, and click the
Download link. If not already an iGolf member, ll in the boxes and click Join
Now.
2) Search for desired course using
simple terms to broaden results
(i.e. Augusta National Golf Club:
search for Augusta).
3) Select course name from search
results and download GPS le.
4) When prompted, SAVE the le.
5) Use Bushnell Yardage Pro XGC
Sync to transfer golf course le to
device.

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Package Contents
1 - Bushnell Yardage Pro XGC
1 - USB Sync Cable
1 - AC/DC 5V Adapter
1 - Belt Clip
1 - Storage Pouch
1 - Software CD
1 - User Manual
1 - Quick Start Guide
Additional Requirements*
PC with Windows Vista/XP/2000 or Mac OSX
PC with CD-ROM
PC with USB port
Required to transfer les from computer
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and other countries.
Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
Package Contents – Additional Requirements
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Bushnell Yardage Pro XGC Features
USB Connection
Enter Button
Distance to the Front
Distance to the Back
Distance to the Center
Go to Score Screen
Up/Down/Left/Right Buttons
Menu Button
Hole Number
Par
Function Buttons
Power Button
Go to Map Screen

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Battery Information
This product contains an internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Under normal
operating conditions, a new battery will last 14 -16 hours on a full charge. 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.
The internal battery can be charged by connecting the included USB cable to the
device and a computer. Alternatively, the battery can be charged by connecting the
USB cable to the device and using the included adapter to plug the charger into a
standard 110V wall outlet.
WARNING
Keep battery cover closed at all times. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with•
incorrect type.
Do not attempt to open, disassemble or service the battery. Battery must be•
replaced by qualied technician.
Do not crush, puncture or short external contacts. Do not expose to temperatures•
above 140oF (60oC).
Properly recycle or dispose of battery. Do not dispose in re or water.•
About the SD Card Slot
The battery compartment includes a slot for a micro-SD card. A card storage function is
not currently provided, but will be incorporated in a future update. Please check www.
bushnellgolf.com periodically for the latest rmware and software releases.
Battery Information

Keypad Function
Power Button
• Turns the device on and off
Menu Button
• Launches Play Menu
Right/Left Function Buttons
• Switches between screens
Right/Left Toggle Buttons
• Moves between elds
• Changes hole number (+/-)
Up/Down Toggle Buttons
• Scrolls up/down
• Switches between screens
Enter Button
• Selects highlighted option
• Activates Shot Distance
Start-Up
Power On
Press and hold power button until the welcome screen appears (about 2 seconds).
Power Off
Press and hold power button until the screen goes blank.
The unit will automatically shut off after 45 min. elapsed without user input.
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Keypad Function – Start-up
Power Button
Right Function Button
Left Function Button
Menu Button
Enter Button
Up / Down / Left / Right Toggle Buttons

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Main Menu
The Main Menu displays all the features available to the user, which are explained in
detail in subsequent sections of this User Manual. To begin using the device, scroll to
highlight any feature using the Function buttons and press the Enter button.
Main Menu
Feature Descriptions
Home View current time, satellite strength and battery level
Play Golf Select to play golf using GPS data
Reviews Select to read the latest reviews from iGolf.com
News Select to read the latest news and opinions from iGolf.com
Map Course Select to create and customize golf course les
Settings Select to customize additional features
Owner Information View the owner’s name and phone number
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Home
Home
This feature is the main interface to display the current
time, satellite strength and battery level. Use the Up/Down
buttons to move between the screens.

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Play Golf
Play Golf
This feature is the main interface to display distance
information and record scores. Course information must be
rst downloaded or manually entered using the Map Course
feature. If GPS data is available, distances to the front,
center and back of the green and up to ve custom points
per hole will be displayed upon satellite acquisition, as well
as the georeferenced map of each hole. The user is also able
to enter the score and putts for each hole.
1. Select Course
Highlight “Play Golf” on the Main Menu and press Enter. If
a satellite x is available, the golf course closest to current
location (within 1,000 yards) will automatically be highlighted. If a satellite x is
not available, scroll to highlight the correct golf course. Once the desired course is
highlighted, press Enter.
2. Select Tee Box
Highlight the desired tee box and press Enter. Only the tee boxes available in the
data le will be displayed.

Score
This feature allows the user to input his or her score and
putts for each hole played. The hole number, par and
handicap are also displayed on this screen for reference. Use
the Right/Left buttons to highlight the correct score and putts.
Use the Up/Down buttons to move between elds. This information will be used on the Score
Summary screen which is found in the Play Menu.
Map*
This feature displays the shape of the current hole. Using the Up/Down/Left/Right buttons,
the user is able to move the cursor to any area within the hole. The distance from the user to
this point is displayed at the top of the screen along with the distance to the center of the green.
The data for some courses includes an “auto zoom” feature which automatically updates the
image and “zooms in” as the user moves closer to the green.
Shot Distance
This feature allows the user to measure the distance of any shot taken.
From the Shot screen, press Enter to activate the Shot Distance feature.1.
Distance from the start position will automatically update as the user moves.2.
Once the user reaches the end position, press Enter to freeze the shot distance measurement.3.
Press Enter again to reactivate the Shot Distance feature and establish a new start position.4.
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Screen Operation
Right/Left toggle Move between holes
Up/Down toggle Move between Main
and Custom screens
Right/Left Function Move between Main,
Map and Score screens
Menu Go to Play Menu
Enter Go to Shot Distance
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Play Menu
From any Play Golf screen, press Menu to access the
Play Menu. This menu allows the user to easily view
status or modify settings being used for the current
course.
1. Score Summary
Allows the user to see statistics for the current
game being played.
2. Course Information
Displays general information about the course
being played.
3. Map Golf Hole
Allows the user to map the current hole being
played without having to exit the game.
4. Battery Level
Displays a horizontal bar representing the power remaining in the battery.
5. Satellites
Displays various circles to show current satellites being tracked and GPS signal
strength.
6. Select Tee Box
Allows the user to change the current tee box selection, to check par and
handicap for a hole based on its scorecard data le.
7. Yard or Meter
Allows user to select unit of measurement displayed.
8. Exit
Returns to Main Menu.
Play Golf
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Reviews
This feature allows the user to read reviews on the device
that are loaded from iGolf.com when the device syncs
with the computer. Highlight “Reviews” on the Main Menu
and press Enter. Use the toggle buttons and the Enter key
to select different categories and reviews to read.
Reviews
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News
This feature allows the user to read news and opinions
articles on the device that are loaded from iGolf.com when
the device syncs with the computer. Highlight “News” on
the Main Menu and press Enter. Use the toggle buttons
and the Enter key to select different categories and
articles to read.
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Map Course
This feature is used to manually input course name
and map GPS data points. Existing course les may be
customized or new les created using the device. Highlight
“Map Course” on the Main Menu and press Enter.
1. Select Course
Scroll to highlight the desired new or existing golf
course and press Enter.
2. Course Name
To revise name, highlight “Course Name” and press
Enter. Names should be distinguishable from other
golf courses entered. Scroll to highlight the character
and press Enter. To delete characters, scroll to “BKSPC” and press Enter.
When nished, press SAVE.
3. Course Data
Highlight “Course Data” and press Enter. Highlight desired hole and press
Enter. Input par and handicap information, using the toggle buttons to select
values and move between options. When nished, press Save. Repeat these
instructions for all desired holes for the course and press Save to exit.
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Map Course (continued)
*If mapping a Custom Point, the user may customize the name prior to registering GPS data.
The user may select from a list of common abbreviations, or choose a six (6) character name,
to easily identify the point on the course. If the user chooses not to customize the name,
proceed directly to “Register”.
4. Map GPS Points
To add or revise GPS data highlight “Map GPS
Points” and press Enter. Select the desired hole and
press Enter. Highlight point to map* and press Enter.
Stand at desired location, conrm satellite strength
and press Register to mark the point. Do not move
until process is complete. Repeat these instructions
for all desired points. When nished, press Save.
Repeat for all holes.
Map Course
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Adjust to aid viewing in various light conditions
Select yards or meters as the measure of distance
Select if location correction is used to improve GPS accuracy.
Commonly known as WAAS, this system of satellites and
ground stations provides GPS signal corrections for much of
the U.S.
Allows the user to select the rate at which the device refreshes
GPS position. With “Stabilizer On” (default setting), the device
will not refresh GPS distance readings once movement has
ceased. This is useful to users who experience uctuating
distance readings, even though they are stationary.
Select 12 hour or 24 hour display.
Screen contrast
Yard or Meter
WAAS
Stabilizer
Clock
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Settings
Settings
This feature provides various conguration settings to
personalize the device, such as screen contrast, distance
measurement and GPS performance. Highlight “Settings”
on the Main Menu and press Enter.
1. Battery Level
This feature displays the status of the battery in
the device. Battery information is displayed using
a horizontal bar representing the amount of power
remaining in the battery.
2. Satellites
This feature displays the GPS satellites recognized
by the device. Satellites providing location data to the
device for use in distance calculation are represented
by yellow satellite icons. At least three satellites providing location data are
required before GPS distance can be calculated.
3. Device Settings
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