Garmin Approach G10 User manual

Approach® G10
Owner’s Manual

Table of Contents
Getting Started.................................1
Keys......................................................... 1
Turning On the Device............................ 1
Status Icons............................................ 1
Charging the Device................................2
Playing Golf..................................... 2
Hole View................................................ 3
Moving the Pin........................................ 3
Measuring a Shot.................................... 3
Viewing Hazards..................................... 4
Viewing Layup and Dogleg
Distances.................................................4
Using the Odometer................................ 5
Keeping Score......................................... 5
Garmin Connect............................... 6
Customizing Your Device................. 6
System Settings...................................... 6
Appendix..........................................7
Device Care............................................. 7
Cleaning the Device................................ 7
Viewing Device Information................... 7
Software and Course Updates............... 7
Specifications......................................... 7
Index................................................8
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
Select to scroll through menus, holes, and settings.
Hold to turn the device on and off.
Select to scroll through menus, holes, and settings.
OK
Select to select menu options and acknowledge messages. During play, select to open in-game
features.
BACK
Select to return to the previous menu.
Turning On the Device
The first time you turn on the device, you are prompted to configure system settings.
1Hold .
2Follow the on-screen instructions.
Status Icons
Battery status
Sunrise
Sunset
Getting Started 1

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.
NOTICE
To 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.
1Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer.
2Align the charger posts with the contacts on the back of the device, and connect the charging clip
securely to the device.
3Charge the device completely.
4Press to remove the charger.
Playing Golf
Before you can play golf, you must wait until the device acquires satellite signals, which may take 30 to 60
seconds.
1Select Start Round.
The device locates satellites and calculates your location.
2Select a course from the list.
3Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup and start a round.
2 Playing Golf

Hole View
The 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 3).
Current hole number.
Distance to the pin location.
Distance to the back of the green.
Distance to the front of the green.
Approximate view of the green. The pin position is indicated with +.
Par for the hole.
Moving the Pin
You can take a closer look at the green and move the pin location.
1While playing golf, select OK.
2Select Move Flag.
3Select or to move the pin position.
4Select OK.
Measuring a Shot
1While playing golf, select OK.
2Select Measure Shot.
3Walk to your ball.
TIP: You can select to reset the measurement.
Playing Golf 3

Viewing Hazards
You 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.
1While playing golf, select OK.
2Select Hazards.
• The distances to the front and back of the nearest hazard appear on the screen.
• The hazard type is listed at the top of the page.
• The green is represented as a half circle at the top of the screen. The line below the green represents
the center of the fairway.
• Hazards are shown below the green in approximate locations relative to the fairway.
3Select or to view other hazards for the current hole.
Viewing Layup and Dogleg Distances
You can view a list of layup and dogleg distances for par 4 and 5 holes.
1While playing golf, select OK.
2Select Layups.
Layup and dogleg distances and the distance to reach each layup appear on the screen.
4 Playing Golf

Using the Odometer
You 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 Odometer
1From the main menu, select Odometer.
2Select OK.
3Select Reset.
Turning Off the Odometer
1From the main menu, select Odometer.
2Select OK.
3Select Turn Off.
Keeping Score
When 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.
1While playing golf, select OK.
2Select Scorecard.
3Select or to select a hole, and select OK.
4Select or to set the score, and select OK.
Recording Statistics
Before you can record statistics, you must enable statistics tracking (System Settings, page 6).
1While playing golf, select OK.
2Select Scorecard.
3Set the number of strokes taken, and select OK.
4Set the number of putts taken, and select OK.
5Select 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.
1Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable.
2Go to www.garminconnect.com/golf.
3Follow the on-screen instructions.
Playing Golf 5

Garmin Connect
Garmin 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 Device
System Settings
From the main menu, select Settings.
Color Theme: Sets the color theme for the screen (Setting the Color Theme, page 6).
Orientation: Sets the screen orientation (Setting the Screen Orientation, page 6).
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 Theme
1From the main menu, select Settings > Color Theme.
2Select an option:
• To show a dark background with light text, select Dark.
• To show a light background with dark text, select Light.
Setting the Screen Orientation
You can adjust the screen orientation so it is easier to read in different positions, such as when the device is
clipped to a belt.
1From the main menu, select Settings > Orientation.
2Select an option:
• To use the default screen orientation, select Normal.
• To invert the screen orientation, select Flipped.
6 Garmin Connect

Appendix
Device Care
NOTICE
Avoid 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 Device
NOTICE
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.
1Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution.
2Wipe it dry.
After cleaning, allow the device to dry completely.
Viewing Device Information
You can view the unit ID, software version, regulatory information, and license agreement.
From the main menu, select About.
Software and Course Updates
This device is eligible for free course map updates. To update your device, download the free Garmin Express
software from www.garmin.com/express.
Specifications
Battery type Rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery life
Up to 15 hr.
NOTE: The actual life of a fully charged battery varies based on GPS use.
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 IPX71
1 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 7