iGolf GPS Caddie II, User Manual

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Page 2: ...2 3 4 5 5 6 7 8 8 Section 2 iGolf GPS Caddie II 9 Main Menu Play Golf Map Golf Course Delete Course Satellites Battery Level Sync Handheld Settings About iGolf 9 10 13 15 15 15 15 16 18 Section 3 iGolf Caddie II Sync 19 Introduction Installation Sync Courses Download Courses Save Courses Create Edit Settings 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Section 4 Appendices 26 1 caddie_2_manual_124x124 indd 1 11 15 07 6 0...

Page 3: ... to all the features and benefits iGolf com has to offer including access to an extensive database of GPS enabled golf course files 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 poo...

Page 4: ...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 files 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 the 1 Join Now link to become a mem...

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Page 6: ...on 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 g...

Page 7: ... information must be first 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 fix is available the golf course closest to curr...

Page 8: ... 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 files may be customized or new files 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...

Page 9: ...tery 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 files to ...

Page 10: ... refresh GPS distance readings once movement has ceased This is useful to users who experience fluctuating 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 Alka...

Page 11: ...P 2000 98 computer Using this interface the user can control every aspect of golf course file management From accessing the iGolf com database to syncing course files 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 files Save C...

Page 12: ...ns For further assistance please note The USB cable must be firmly 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 course 2 files The time required to sync each course file is approximately 2 3 minutes 3 Note If trouble with installer check for Software Updates at www i...

Page 13: ...ote The USB cable must be firmly 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 files on device will be 2 saved to Backup folder within green iGolf folder on the desktop The time required to save each course file is approximately 2 3 minutes 3 Search for desired course using simple ...

Page 14: ...o AUTO unless specific port being used is known 1 Software does not support higher than COM9 Default course file 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 files from device replace files of the same name stored 3 on computer If changed to No modified files on device will not replace files o...

Page 15: ...rrectly 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 files are preloaded on the device Attempt to transfer file again and confirm 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 fil...

Page 16: ...r 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 confirm 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 Me...

Page 17: ...selected and switch on sync cable is set to Data Confirm status as Connected on sync software Confirm file to be saved is selected on sync software Problem 19 It takes a long time to save golf course files to computer Files take up to 2 minutes per file to backup i e 20 files up to 40 min Problem 20 No golf course files are available to transfer in sync software Confirm settings in sync software t...

Page 18: ...es 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 modified in any way or has had any ID number removed or defaced Purchaser is responsible for filing an insurance claim with the carrier for any damage due to shippin...