Garmin GPS Golf Watch Manual

The Garmin GPS Golf Watch is a wearable device designed specifically for golfers, featuring high-sensitivity GPS to provide precise distances to greens, hazards, and doglegs on over 41,000 preloaded courses worldwide. It includes automatic course recognition, shot tracking, digital scorecard, swing tempo measurement, and smart notifications when paired with a compatible smartphone. Below are key sections for safety, features, setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation & Setup 3. First-Time Use 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Connecting to Devices 7. Using Golf Features 8. Activity Tracking 9. Care & Maintenance 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: GPS receiver, sunlight-readable display, rechargeable battery, heart rate monitor (on some models), smartphone connectivity.

Feature	Description
Preloaded Golf Courses	Over 41,000 courses worldwide with no annual fees
Green View	Shows shape of green with manual pin positioning
Hazard & Dogleg Info	Distances to bunkers, water, and layup points
Shot Tracking	Measures shot distances with auto-recognition
Digital Scorecard	Tracks scores, putts, and fairways hit
SwingTempo	Measures backswing and downswing tempo
Smart Notifications	Displays calls, texts, and alerts from phone
Activity Tracking	Step counter, sleep monitoring, and calories burned
Battery Life	Up to 10 hours in GPS mode; 10 days in watch mode
Water Rating	5 ATM water resistance (suitable for swimming)

Installation & Setup

Unpack and inspect contents. Includes watch, charging cable, and manual.

Charge the watch: Connect USB cable to power source and attach to watch contacts.
Install Garmin Connect app: Download from Apple App Store or Google Play.
Pair with smartphone: Enable Bluetooth, open Garmin Connect, follow pairing instructions.
Sync courses: Use Garmin Connect to update course data automatically.

WARNING! Use only provided charging cable. Do not expose to extreme temperatures during charging.

First-Time Use

Power on watch; follow on-screen prompts.

Select language: Choose from available options in settings.
Set up user profile: Enter height, weight, age, and handicap in Garmin Connect.
Acquire GPS signal: Go outdoors with clear sky view; wait for signal acquisition.
Start a round: Select "Play Golf" and choose course from list.

CAUTION! Ensure watch is securely fastened to wrist during activities.

Specifications

Display: Sunlight-readable, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP).
GPS: High-sensitivity GPS and GLONASS.
Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion.
Water Rating: 5 ATM (50 meters).
Connectivity: Bluetooth Smart, ANT+.
Memory: Stores activity history and multiple courses.
Sensors: Accelerometer, barometric altimeter (on some models).
Compatibility: iOS and Android smartphones.
Operating Temp: -20° to 60°C (-4° to 140°F).

Controls and Settings

Access menu via buttons on watch case. Buttons: POWER/LIGHT, UP/DOWN, SELECT/BACK, START/STOP.

Touchscreen (on some models): Swipe to navigate screens; tap to select.

Golf Settings: Green View, Hazard View, Shot Tracking, Scorecard. Device Settings: Bluetooth, Display, Sounds, System, About. Activity Profiles: Golf, Running, Cycling, Swimming. Smart Features: Notifications, Weather, Calendar.

Connecting to Devices

Smartphone: Pair via Bluetooth for notifications and course updates. Computer: Connect via USB for software updates.

Enable Bluetooth on smartphone.
Open Garmin Connect app and add device.
Follow on-screen instructions to complete pairing.
Sync to transfer courses and activity data.

Tip: Keep watch within 10 meters (33 feet) of phone for stable connection.

Using Golf Features

Supports full golf functionality with automatic course detection.

Start round: Select "Play Golf" from menu; watch auto-detects course.
View distances: See front/middle/back of green; hazards and doglegs.
Track shots: Press "Shot Tracking" after each shot to measure distance.
Enter scores: Use digital scorecard after each hole.
View stats: Access round summary including GIR, putts, and fairways.
Use Green View: See green shape and drag pin to exact location.
SwingTempo: Measure tempo during practice swings.
Save round: Sync to Garmin Connect for history and analysis.

WARNING! GPS accuracy may vary with weather and satellite coverage.

Activity Tracking

Step counter, sleep monitoring, calories burned, intensity minutes, and move alerts.

Access via "Activity Tracking" menu. View daily stats on watch or in Garmin Connect app.

Care & Maintenance

Clean with fresh water after exposure to sweat, salt water, or dirt. Use soft, lint-free cloth.

CAUTION! Do not use chemicals, solvents, or abrasive cleaners. Avoid extreme temperatures.

Regulatory Information

FCC Compliance: This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to conditions: (1) device may not cause harmful interference, (2) device must accept any interference received. IC: Complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Copyright © Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. For support, visit support.garmin.com or contact 1-800-800-1020.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Watch won't turn on	Battery depleted	Charge for at least 2 hours; try different USB port.
GPS not acquiring signal	Poor location/weather	Move to open area; wait several minutes; ensure GPS enabled.
Bluetooth not connecting	Distance/pairing issue	Bring devices closer; restart both; re-pair in Garmin Connect.
Courses not showing	Outdated data	Sync with Garmin Connect; update course list manually.
Inaccurate distances	GPS interference	Ensure clear sky view; recalibrate GPS; update software.

Reset: Settings > System > Reset (options: Reset Defaults, Delete Data and Reset).

Service: 1-800-800-1020; support.garmin.com