Garmin APPROACH S40 User manual

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Table of Contents
Device Overview............................................................. 1
Pairing Your Smartphone........................................................... 1
Charging the Device................................................................... 1
Viewing Widgets......................................................................... 1
Garmin Golf™ App......................................................... 1
Playing Golf.................................................................... 1
Hole View....................................................................................1
Measuring a Shot with the Garmin AutoShot™ Feature............ 2
Keeping Score............................................................................ 2
Device Information......................................................... 2
Viewing E-label Regulatory and Compliance Information.......... 2
Data Management...................................................................... 2
Product Updates......................................................................... 3
Device Care................................................................................ 3
Specifications..............................................................................3
Index................................................................................ 4
Table of Contents i

Deleting Files
NOTICE
If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not delete it. Your
device memory contains important system files that should not
be deleted.
1Open the Garmin drive or volume.
2If necessary, open a folder or volume.
3Select a file.
4Press the Delete key on your keyboard.
Product Updates
On your computer, install Garmin Express™ (www.garmin.com
/express). On your smartphone, install the Garmin Connect app.
This provides easy access to these services for Garmin devices:
• Software updates
• Course updates
• Data uploads to Garmin Connect
• Product registration
Getting the Owner's Manual
The owner's manual includes instructions for using device
features and accessing regulatory information.
Go to garmin.com/manuals/ApproachS40.
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.
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. You should store the device in a cool, dry place with
temperatures around the typical household level. After storage,
you should fully recharge the device before using it.
Specifications
Operating temperature range From -20º to 60ºC (from -4º to 140ºF)
Charging temperature range From 0º to 45ºC (from 32º to 113ºF)
Wireless frequency/protocol 2.4 GHz @ 3.13 dBm nominal
Device Information 3

Index
A
applications 1
smartphone 1
B
battery
charging 1
storage 3
C
charging 1
cleaning the device 3
Connect IQ 1
courses
playing 1
selecting 1
D
data
storing 1
transferring 1
deleting, all user data 3
dogleg 2
G
Garmin Connect 1
Garmin Express, updating software 3
green view, pin location 1, 2
H
hazards 2
history, sending to computer 1
K
keys 1, 3
L
layup 2
M
measuring a shot 2
menu 1
P
pairing, smartphone 1
pin location, green view 2
S
scorecard 2
smartphone 1
pairing 1
software, updating 3
specifications 3
storing data 1
T
touchscreen 1
U
USB, disconnecting 2
user data, deleting 3
W
widgets 1
4 Index

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January 2019
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