iGolf GPS Caddie II User manual

Table of ContentsUser Manual
Section 1: Introduction.................................................................................... 2
Welcome
Important Information
iGolf.com
Package Contents
Additional Requirements
GPS Caddie II Features
Battery Installation
Keypad Function
Start Up
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Section 2: iGolf GPS Caddie II........................................................................ 9
Main Menu
Play Golf
Map Golf Course
Delete Course
Satellites
Battery Level
Sync Handheld
Settings
About iGolf
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Section 3: iGolf Caddie II Sync....................................................................... 19
Introduction
Installation
Sync Courses
Download Courses
Save Courses
Create/Edit
Settings
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Section 4: Appendices.................................................................................... 26
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Dear Valued Consumer:
Congratulations on your purchase of the iGolf GPS Caddie II. We sincerely hope
you will nd your iGolf 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. It only
takes a few minutes to read, after which you can immediately begin using your new
GPS Caddie II and enjoying its many features.
Also, please visit www.iGolf.com to 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 GPS Caddie II.
Thank you for choosing iGolf.
Sincerely,
L1 Technologies
Welcome
Legal Disclaimer
L1 Technologies, Inc. will not be held legally responsible for any injury or damage to
any person or property caused by the user’s improper operation and/or poor judgment
while using this product.
Additional Information
The Global Positioning System (GPS), a network of 24 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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iGolf.com
iGolf.com is an online resource for all golfers,
but serves as a community for iGolf members
to access GPS golf course les to use with
their iGolf products. Membership is not
required for much of the content; however,
access to GPS course les and the ability to
download GPS les requires a membership.
iGolf.com
Package Contents*
1 - iGolf GPS Caddie II
1 - USB Sync Cable
1 - Belt Clip
1 - Screen Protector
1 - Software CD
1 - User Manual
1 - Quick Start Guide
*Please contact vendor if your package is incomplete.
Additional Requirements
Two 1.5V AA batteries (alkaline or rechargeable)
PC with Windows Vista/XP/2000/98*
PC with CD-ROM*
PC with USB port*
*Required to transfer les from computer
Package Contents – Additional Requirements
Visit www.iGolf.com today to become a member!
Download Course Files
Go to www.iGolf.com, and log in to access account. If not a member, use the1.
“Join Now” link to become a member.
Search for desired course using simple terms to broaden results2.
(i.e. Augusta National Golf Club: search for Augusta).
Select course name from search results and download GPS le.3.
When prompted, SAVE le to green iGolf folder on the desktop.4.
Use iGolf Sync to transfer golf course le to device.5.
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Keypad Function
Escape/Exit
• Switches between screens
• Cancels current operation
• Returns to previous step or screen
Toggle/Enter
• Acts as “Enter” if pushed straight down
• Scrolls up, down, left and right
• Switches between screens
• Highlights menu options and enters data
Power/Backlight
• Turns the device on and off
• Turns the backlight on and off
Start-Up
Power On
• Press and hold Power button until the welcome screen appears (about 3 seconds).
Power Off
• Press and hold Power button until the screen goes blank.
Backlight On/Off
• From any screen, press Power button to turn backlight on.
• Press Power button again to turn backlight off.
Keypad Function – Start-up
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 and press Enter.
Main Menu
Featured Descriptions
Play Golf Select to play golf using GPS data
Map Golf Course Select to create and customize golf course les
Delete Course Select to delete les from the device
Satellites Select to view satellite position and signal strength
Battery Level Select to verify remaining battery power
Sync Handheld Select to sync or save les to computer
Settings Select to customize additional features
About iGolf Select to display version and company information
Escape
Exit
Toggle/Enter
Power
Backlight
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Play Golf Play Golf
Screen Operation
Right/Left toggle Move between holes
Up/Down toggle Move between screens
Enter Activate Shot Distance
ESC Go to Play Menu
Shot Distance Operation
From any Play Golf screen, press Enter to activate the Shot Distance feature.
Distance from the start position will automatically update as the user moves.
Once the user reaches the end position, press Enter to freeze the shot distance
measurement.
Press Enter again to reactivate the Shot Distance feature and establish a new
start position.
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2.
3.
4.
Play Golf
This feature is the main interface to display scorecard and distance information. Course
information must be rst downloaded from iGolf.com or manually entered using the Map
Golf Course feature. If GPS data is available, distances to the front, center and back of the
green and up to eight custom points per hole will be displayed upon satellite acquisition.
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. Tee Box
Highlight the desired tee box and press Enter. Only the
tee boxes available in the data le will be displayed.
Main Screen
Battery and Satellite
Center of Green
Front, Back &
Shot Distance
Custom Points
Hole, Par, Yards (Meters)
Custom Screen
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Play Golf Map Golf Course
Play Menu
This menu allows the user to easily view status or modify
settings being used for the current course.
1. Map Golf Hole
Allows the user to map the current hole being played
without having to exit the game.
2. Battery Level
Displays a horizontal bar representing the power
remaining in the batteries.
3. Satellites
Displays various column heights to show signal
strength for all satellites being tracked.
4. Select Tee Box
Allows the user to change the current tee box selection.
5. Yard or Meter
Allows the user select the unit of measurement displayed.
6. Return to Game
Resumes play from previous screen.
7. Exit
Returns to Main Menu.
Map Golf Course
This feature is used to manually input course information and map GPS data points.
Existing course les may be customized or new les created using the device.
Revisions to course name, course data and GPS points all are made using this
feature.
1. Select Course
Highlight “Map Golf Course” on the Main Menu and
press Enter. Scroll to highlight the desired new or
existing golf course and press Enter.
2. Course Name
Highlight “Course Name” and press Enter. Names
are limited to 12 characters and 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, scroll to highlight “SAVE” and
press Enter.
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Map Golf Course Delete Course - Satellites - Battery Level - Sync Handheld
Map Golf 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 character name, to easily identify the
point on the course. If the user chooses not to customize the name, proceed directly to “Register Point”.
Delete Course
This feature allows the user to permanently remove a golf course le from the
device. Highlight “Delete Course” on the Main Menu and press Enter. Scroll to
highlight the golf course to delete and press Enter. To remove course from device,
conrm by highlighting “Yes” and pressing Enter.
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 black circles or bars. Satellites in view but not used are displayed as clear circles
or bars. Typically, at least three satellites providing location data are required
before GPS distance can be calculated. Highlight “Satellites” on the Main Menu and
press Enter.
Battery Level
This feature displays the status of the batteries installed in the device. Battery
information is displayed using a horizontal bar representing the amount of power
remaining in the batteries. If using rechargeable batteries, it is essential to change
the battery type in Settings to receive the proper reading. Highlight “Battery Level”
on the Main Menu and press Enter.
Sync Handheld
This feature initiates communication between the device and computer, allowing
golf course les to be transferred using the iGolf Sync software. When the device is
ready to send or receive les, the connection status will display “Waiting”. Once the
transfer of les has begun, the connection status will change to “Active”. Highlight
“Sync Handheld” on the Main Menu and press Enter.
3. Course Data
Highlight “Course Data” and press Enter. Highlight desired tee box and
press Enter. Select the desired hole and press Enter. Input par and distance
information using the toggle button to select values and move between options.
When nished, scroll to “Save” and press Enter. Repeat these instructions for
all desired holes and tee boxes for the course and press ESC to exit.
4. Map GPS Point
Highlight “Map GPS Point” 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 Enter to register point.
Do not move until process is complete. Repeat these
instructions for all desired points. You MUST scroll to
“Save” and press Enter to avoid losing mapped data.
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Settings Settings
Settings
This feature provides various conguration settings to
personalize the device, such as screen contrast, distance
measurement, GPS performance and power management.
Highlight “Settings” on the Main Menu and press Enter.
2. Yard or Meter
Allows the user to select yards or meters as the measure of distance.
3. WAAS
Allows the user to select if location correction is used to improve GPS accuracy
within the United States. Commonly known as WAAS, this system of satellites
and ground stations provides GPS signal corrections for much of the U.S. The
user may need to adjust the WAAS setting according to geographic location. The
default setting on the device is “WAAS On”.
4. Stabilizer
Allows the user to select the rate at which the device refreshes GPS position.
With “Stabilizer On” 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. The default setting on the
device is “Stabilizer On”.
5. Battery Type
Allows the user to select the type of battery being used. If correct setting is not
selected, the battery level meter may not be accurate. The default setting on the
device is “Alkaline”.
6. Backlight
Allows the user to select the length of time the backlight remains illuminated. If
“Auto Shut-Off” setting is selected, backlight will remain on for 10 seconds. The
default setting on the device is “Normal” and the backlight will remain on until the
Power button is pressed again.
7. Reset Unit
Allows user to return device to factory default settings. All data, including course
les, will be permanently deleted. It is recommended all les are saved to
computer prior to accessing this setting.
1. Contrast
Allows the user to adjust the contrast of the screen
to aid viewing in various light conditions.
Settings (continued)
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About iGolf Introduction
About iGolf
This feature displays general information pertaining to the device. Included on this
screen are product name, version of software and manufacture information. Highlight
“About iGolf” on the Main Menu and press Enter.
Introduction
iGolf Sync provides the user with all the tools required to enable communication
between the device and Windows Vista/XP/2000/98 computer. Using this interface,
the user can control every aspect of golf course le management. From accessing
the iGolf.com database to syncing course les, iGolf Sync encompasses many
functions which enhance the GPS experience.
Feature Descriptions
Sync Courses Select to transfer data from computer to device
Download Courses Select to access iGolf.com database of golf course les
Save Courses Select to transfer all course les from device to computer
Create/Edit Select to create or edit scorecard data on computer
Settings Select to change COM Port and modify course le locations
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Installation Sync Courses
Installation
Follow these instructions to assist in the proper and complete installation of iGolf
Sync on a computer. Conrm USB cable is not attached to computer before beginning
installation.
USB SYNC CABLE MUST BE DISCONNECTED FROM COMPUTER AND SWITCH
MUST BE SET TO “DATA” PRIOR TO INSTALLING SOFTWARE!!
To install iGolf Sync on a Windows Vista/XP/2000/98 computer: Sync Courses
This feature allows the user to transfer golf course les from a computer to the device.
Select “Sync Courses” from Main Menu and follow the on-screen instructions. For
further assistance, please note:
The USB cable must be rmly connected to device. Device will power on 1.
without batteries if cable is properly attached to device and computer.
Multiple courses can be selected. This device will hold up to 40 course2.
les.
The time required to sync each course le is approximately 2-3 minutes.3.
Note: If trouble with installer, check for Software Updates at www.igolf.com/about_us/techsupport.
Insert CD included with your product into computer.1.
Go to “Start”, select “My Computer” and open appropriate CD drive to view2.
contents.
Select “iGolf Caddie II Installer” to launch program.3.
Select “USB Driver Setup” to install required drivers.4.
Select “Sync Application” to install sync software.5.
Launch software from “iGolf Caddie II Sync” icon on desktop.6.
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Download Courses Save Courses
Save Courses
This feature allows the user to transfer golf course les from the device to a computer.
Select “Save Courses” from Main Menu and follow the on-screen instructions. For
further assistance, please note:
Download Courses
This feature provides direct access to iGolf.com where users may search for golf
courses and members may download les. Select “Download Courses” and login to
access account. If not yet an iGolf.com member, use the “Join Now” link to enroll. For
further assistance, please note:
The USB cable must be rmly connected to device. Device will power on 1.
without batteries if cable is properly attached to device and computer.
Individual courses may not be selected. All course les on device will be 2.
saved to Backup folder within green iGolf folder on the desktop.
The time required to save each course le is approximately 2-3 minutes.3.
Search for desired course using simple terms to broaden results1.
(i.e. Augusta National Golf Club: search for Augusta).
If search returns more than one page of results, use Advanced Search to2.
narrow results.
All GPS les contain scorecard information.3.
When prompted, SAVE le to the green “iGolf” folder on the desktop. Files 4.
downloaded from iGolf.com cannot be opened on the computer.
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Create/Edit Settings
Settings
This feature allows the user to specify how the device communicates with a computer
and where course les are stored. Select “Settings” from Main Menu. For further
assistance, please note:
Create/Edit
This feature provides direct access to iGolf.com where members may create and edit
golf course les. Select “Create/Edit” and login to access account. If not yet an iGolf.com
member, use the “Join Now” link to enroll. For further assistance, please note:
Always set COM to “AUTO” unless specic port being used is known. 1.
Software does not support higher than COM9.
Default course le storage location is C:\iGolf. If the setting must be 2.
changed, note new location and save downloads from iGolf.com in same
folder.
Default setting is all les from device replace les of the same name stored 3.
on computer. If changed to “No”, modied les on device will not replace
les of the same name on computer.
Default course le backup location is C:\iGolf\Backup. If the setting must 4.
be changed, note new location.
This feature only allows general text entry, including names, abbreviations 1.
and scorecard information.
When completed, le must be saved to green iGolf folder on the desktop.2.
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Problem 1: The device will not turn on.
Conrm batteries are properly installed (+/ -).•
Replace batteries with new or fully-charged batteries.•
Press and hold power button (to the right of the blue toggle button) for at least ve •
seconds.
Problem 2: The backlight does not work.
Re-test in a low-light environment.•
From Main Menu, press and release power button.•
Go to Settings and conrm Backlight settings.•
Problem 3: The device will not turn off.
Press and hold power button for at least ve seconds.•
Remove batteries to turn off device.•
Problem 4: The device turned off automatically.
Ensure device is not being bumped or dropped, causing safety shut-down to•
activate.
Replace batteries with new or fully-charged set.•
Go to Settings and conrm Battery Type is set correctly.•
Some rechargeable batteries do not perform well with device. Try Alkaline as•
alternative.
Problem 5: There are no golf course names listed in Play Menu.
No golf course les are preloaded on the device.•
Attempt to transfer le again and conrm that the iGolf Sync software reads •
“Completed” before disconnecting device.
Problem 6: There is no GPS data for the selected golf course.
No golf course les are preloaded on the device.•
Conrm GPS le downloaded from iGolf.com. No GPS data included in •
Scorecard le.
Conrm mapped GPS points were saved prior to exiting the Mapping function.•
Conrm that you are outside and the device has acquired at least 3 satellites. •
Problem 7: There are no custom points available for my golf course.
No custom points are preloaded on the device.•
Conrm custom points are available on iGolf.com for golf course in question.•
Conrm GPS le downloaded from iGolf.com. No GPS data is included in •
Scorecard le.
Conrm mapped GPS points were saved prior to exiting Map GPS Point.•
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Problem 8: GPS points cannot be mapped/registered on device.
Ensure satellite strength is sufcient to obtain accurate data.•
Move to a clear, unobstructed view of the sky (i.e. no trees, buildings or objects •
that might interfere GPS satellite strength).
Time of day may affect GPS signal strength. Reattempt during various hours of the•
day.
Problem 9: Entire golf course name cannot be entered in the space provided.
Limit the golf course name to 12 characters.•
Abbreviate name so it can be identied from other golf courses on device.•
Problem 10: There are no satellites in view.
Move to a clear, unobstructed view of the sky (i.e. no trees, buildings or objects •
that might interfere GPS satellite strength).
The time required to acquire satellites may increase to 5-10 minutes for rst use or •
if device has not been used for an extended period of time.
Problem 11: The distances on the device are inaccurate.
Conrm correct golf course and hole number are selected from Play screen. •
Move to a clear, unobstructed view of the sky (i.e. no trees, buildings or objects •
that might interfere GPS satellite strength).
Go to Settings and set WAAS to “Off”.•
Go to Settings and set Stabilizer to “On”.•
Remap GPS points using device and conrm accuracy.•
Report any GPS or scorecard errors found through iGolf.com.•
Problem 12: The distances on the device are in yards, not meters.
Go to Settings and set device to display “Meters”.•
Conrm scorecard data entered correctly in meters.•
If outside the U.S. and scorecard entered in meters, go to Settings and set•
device to “Yards”.
Problem 13: The distance displayed on the device is uctuating.
Go to Settings and set Stabilizer to “On”.•
Move to a clear, unobstructed view of the sky (i.e. no trees, buildings or•
objects that might interfere GPS satellite strength).
Go to Settings and set WAAS to “Off”.•
Problem 14: The USB cable will not connect to the device.
Firmly slide cable into device, ensuring cable is properly connected to device.•
Problem 15: Sync software does not state “Connected”.
Conrm USB cable is connected to computer.•
Conrm USB cable is connected securely to the device.•
Conrm sync software was installed correctly. Remove and reinstall software •
if necessary.
Conrm correct COM port selected and switch on USB cable is set to “Data”.•
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Problem 16: Golf course les cannot be sent to the device.
Conrm USB cable is connected securely to the device.•
Conrm sync software was installed correctly. Remove and reinstall software if •
necessary.
Conrm correct COM port selected and switch on sync cable is set to “Data”.•
Conrm status as “Connected” on sync software.•
Conrm le to be sent is selected on sync software.•
Problem 17: It takes a long time to send golf course les to the device.
Files take up to 2 minutes per le to transfer (i.e. 5 les = up to 10 min).•
Problem 18: Golf course les cannot be saved to computer from device.
Conrm USB cable is connected securely to the device.•
Conrm sync software was installed correctly. Remove and reinstall software if •
necessary.
Conrm correct COM port selected and switch on sync cable is set to “Data”.•
Conrm status as “Connected” on sync software.•
Conrm le to be saved is selected on sync software.•
Problem 19: It takes a long time to save golf course les to computer.
Files take up to 2 minutes per le to backup (i.e. 20 les = up to 40 min).•
Problem 20: No golf course les are available to transfer in sync software.
Conrm settings in sync software to locate le sync location. The default location is •
C:\iGolf.
Perform a search for the le using search feature on computer.•
Problem 21: Saved golf course les cannot be located on computer.
Conrm settings in sync software to locate le save location. The default location is •
C:\iGolf\Backup.
Perform a search for the le using search feature on computer.•
Problem 22: No more golf course les can be transferred to the device.
Delete unused les from the device to make room for new les.•
Ensure les deleted from device are safely saved on computer before conrming •
deletion.
Approximately 40 courses can be stored on your device.•
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Appendix B - Limited Warranty
Appendices User Manual
Appendix B - Limited Warranty
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Limited Warranty
The limited warranty on the hardware of your iGolf product covers parts and
labor against defects in material or workmanship for a period of ninety (90)
days from the original date of purchase from a Company-authorized vendor.
You can extend the warranty period to twelve (12) months from the original
date of manufacture by joining iGolf.com and registering your iGolf product
within ninety (90) days of the purchase date. Visit www.iGolf.com to enroll.
Products returned to L1 Technologies, Inc. (the “Company”) under warranty
will be repaired or replaced with the same or a functionally equivalent
product by Company, at its discretion, free of charge provided you: (1)
return the failed product directly to a Company approved repair facility
with sufcient insurance and shipping charges prepaid, and (2) provide
Company with a copy of the receipt showing the original date of purchase
and the amount paid. Repaired or replacement products will be returned to
you with shipping charges prepaid and will be warranted for the remainder
of the original warranty period or ninety (90) days from date of shipment,
whichever is longer. Replacement products may be refurbished or contain
refurbished materials. If Company, by its sole determination, is unable to
repair or replace the defective warranted product, it will refund the purchase
price of the product.
Limited Warranty (continued)
This warranty does not apply if, in the judgment of Company, the product
fails due to damage from abuse or misuse, accident, storage, shipment,
handling, or if it has been used or maintained in a manner not conforming
to product manual instructions, has been modied in any way, or has had
any ID number removed or defaced. Purchaser is responsible for ling an
insurance claim with the carrier for any damage due to shipping. Repair by
anyone other than an approved agent will void this warranty. The maximum
liability of Company under this warranty is limited to the purchase price
of the product covered by the warranty. Prior to returning any defective
product, a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number must be obtained
directly from Company. All defective products must be returned to Company
with insurance and shipping charges prepaid. Company will not accept
collect shipments.
Except as specically provided in this agreement or as required by law, the
warranties and remedies stated above are exclusive and in lieu of all other,
oral or written, express or implied. Any and all other warranties, including
implied warranties of merchantability, tness for a particular purpose and
non-infringement of third party rights are expressly excluded. Company
shall not under any circumstances be liable to any person for any special,
incidental, indirect or consequential damages, including without limitation,
damages resulting from use or malfunction of the products, loss of the
prots or revenues or costs of replacement goods, even if Company is
informed in advance of the possibility of such damages.
Retain original proof of purchase with this warranty for future reference.
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