Garmin APPROACH S40, Owner'S Manual

Stat Tracking

: Enables detailed statistics tracking while playing 

golf.

Club Prompt

: Displays a prompt that enables you to enter 

which club you used after each detected shot.

Scoring Method

: Sets the scoring method to stroke play or 

Stableford scoring.

Handicap Scoring

: Enables handicap scoring. The Local 

Handicap option allows you to enter the number of strokes to 

be subtracted from your total score. The Index/Slope option 

allows you to enter your handicap and the course slope rating 

so that the device can calculate your course handicap. When 

you enable either handicap scoring option, you can adjust 

your handicap value.

Driver Distance

: Sets the average distance the ball travels on 

your drive.

Big Numbers

: Changes the size of the numbers on the hole 

view screen.

Club Sensors

: Allows you to set up your Approach CT10 club 

sensors.

System Settings

From the watch face, hold the button and select   to customize 

device settings and features.

Auto Lock

: Allows you to customize when your device screen 

locks.

Backlight

: Allows you to enable the backlight and adjust 

backlight brightness and timeout.

Activity Tracking

: Allows you to enable activity tracking, move 

alerts, and goal alerts.

Manage Widgets

: Allows you to enable preloaded widgets.

User Profile

: Sets the user profile for gender, birth year, height, 

and weight. You can also set which wrist your watch is worn 

on. The gender setting is used for gender-specific course 

ratings for select tees when calculating handicaps, and for 

gender-specific par values (where available).

Language

: Sets the text language on the device.

Time

: Sets the time format and source, and allows you to sync 

with GPS to set the time.

Units

: Sets the units of measurement for activity distance, golf 

distance, pace/speed, elevation, weight, height, and 

temperature.

Reset

: Allows you to reset the device to restore all default 

settings or removes all saved user data and resets all 

settings on the device (

Deleting Data and Resetting Settings

, 

page 6

).

About

: Displays device information, such as the unit ID, 

software version, regulatory information, and license 

agreement (

Viewing E-label Regulatory and Compliance 

Information

, page 6

).

Setting Up Your User Profile

You can update your gender, birth year, height, and weight 

settings. You can also specify which wrist you wear your watch 

on. The device uses this information to calculate accurate 

activity tracking settings.

1

Hold the button.

2

Select   > 

User Profile

.

3

Select an option to adjust your profile settings.

Deleting Data and Resetting Settings

You can remove all saved user data and reset all settings on the 

device to the factory default values.

1

Hold the button.

2

Select   > 

Reset

 > 

Delete Data and Reset Settings

.

This removes your personal data, including activities and any 

scorecards from the device.

Viewing E-label Regulatory and Compliance 

Information

The label for this device is provided electronically. The e-label 

may provide regulatory information, such as identification 

numbers provided by the FCC or regional compliance markings, 

as well as applicable product and licensing information.

1

Hold the button.

2

Select  .

3

Select 

About

.

Device Information

Replacing the Bands

The device is compatible with 20 mm wide, standard, quick-

release bands. Go to 

buy.garmin.com

, or contact your Garmin 

dealer for information about optional accessories.

1

Slide the quick-release pin   on the spring bar to remove the 

band.

2

Insert one side of the spring bar for the new band into the 

device.

3

Slide the quick-release pin, and align the spring bar with the 

opposite side of the device.

4

Repeat steps 1 through 3 to replace the other band.

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.
Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen, or 

damage may result.
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 Touchscreen

1

Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.

2

If necessary, lightly dampen the cloth with water.

3

If using a dampened cloth, turn off the device and disconnect 

the device from power.

4

Gently wipe the screen with the cloth.

6

Device Information