GARMIN A03985 R10 Portable Monitor User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Garmin
Table of Contents
GARMIN A03985 R10 Portable Monitor
Introduction
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for
product warnings and other important information.
Device Overview
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Alignment line: Align with the ball and shot target to set the target line.
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Button: Press to turn the device on.
Hold for one second to turn the device off.
With the device turned off, hold until the status LED turns blue to enter pairing mode. -
Charge LED: Indicates the battery status.
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USB port (under weather cap): Connect the USB cable to charge the device or download software updates using your computer.
LED Statuses
The status LED indicates the device status. The charge LED indicates the battery status.
Pairing Your Smartphone
To use this device, you must pair it with the Garmin Golf™ app.
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From the app store on your smartphone, install and open the Garmin Golf app.
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Bring your smartphone near your device.
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Press the button to turn on your device.
The first time you turn on the device, it automatically enters pairing mode, and the status LED is solid blue. -
From the menu in the app, select Garmin Devices > Add Device, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Garmin Golf App
The Garmin Golf app allows you to view detailed statistics and shot analyses
that are recorded on your A03985 device. For viewing on a larger display, you
can mirror the Garmin Golf app to a compatible smart TV using the screen
mirroring function on your smartphone. With a Garmin Golf subscription,
golfers can compete with each other at over 42,000 virtual courses and
participate in a weekly virtual tournament. The subscription can be purchased
through the app.
The Garmin Golf app syncs your data with your Garmin Connect™ account. You can
download the Garmin Golf app from the app store on your smartphone.
Using the Golf Simulator
Features
You can use the golf simulator features in the Garmin Golf app to test your
skills and help you have fun on the driving range. These features use the
internal device radar to take measurements that help you analyze your
practice.
- Open the Garmin Golf app on you paired smartphone.
- Select Golf Sim.
- Select a game mode.
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
Preparing for a Shot
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Place the ball at the desired tee location.
NOTE: The tee location must be at least 8 ft. (2.4 m) away from the net when playing indoors. -
Attach the device to the tripod mount (page 5).
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Place the device on the ground between 6 ft. and 8 ft. (1.8 m and 2.4 m) behind the tee location.
NOTE: If you are using a golf mat, make sure the bottom edge of the device sits above the mat. -
Adjust the device so the red alignment line is aligned with the tee location and the target of the shot.
TIP: You can lay a golf club on the ground between the alignment line and tee location to confirm they are lined up. -
If necessary, you can move the tee location up to 1 ft. (0.3 m) on either side of the target line, within a 2 x 2 ft. (0.6 x 0.6 m) hitting area that begins 6 ft. (1.8 m) from the device.
This may be helpful if your tee location becomes worn during a golf simulator game mode session.
NOTE: The ball and club angles are measured parallel to the target line.
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Press the button to turn on the device.
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Start a golf simulator game mode (page 4).
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Wait for the status LED to begin flashing green, and take a shot.
Appendix
Installing the Magnetic Tripod Mount
NOTICE
The mount contains a magnet. Under certain circumstances, magnets may cause
damage to some electronic devices, including hard drives in laptop computers.
Use caution when the mount is near electronic devices.
Insert the top of the tripod mount into the back of the device.
The tripod mount is magnetic and holds the device in place.
NOTE: The tripod mount can only be installed one way. If it is not fully
seated in the back of the device, you have installed it using the wrong
orientation.
Open the tripod legs.
Using the Phone Mount
Charging the Device
WARNING
This product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent the possibility of
personal injury or product damage caused by battery exposure to extreme heat,
store the device out of direct sunlight.
NOTICE
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the USB port, the weather cap, and the
surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer.
The device is powered by a built-in lithium-ion battery that you can charge
using a standard wall outlet or a USB port on your computer. You can use the
device radar features while the device is charging.
NOTE: The device will not charge when outside the approved temperature
range (page 7).
- Pull up the weather cap from the USB port.
- Plug the small end of the USB cable into the USB port on the device.
- Plug the large end of the USB cable into an external power source, such as an AC adapter or a USB port on your computer.
- Charge the device completely.
TIP: You can turn off the device or connect it to an AC adapter to charge it faster.
Viewing Battery Power
You can view the remaining battery power of the device when it is connected to
the Garmin Golf app.
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In the Garmin Golf app, select >
Garmin Devices. -
Select your device.
NOTE: A message appears when the remaining battery power is below 10%.
Specifications
Operating temperature range | From -10º to 55ºC (from 14º to 131ºF) |
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Charging temperature range | From 0º to 45ºC (from 32º to 113ºF) |
Wireless frequencies/ protocols | 2.4 GHz @ 6.2 dBm maximum |
24 GHz @ 20 dBm maximum
Troubleshooting
My device is tipped too far
If an error message appears in the Garmin Golf app indicating your device is
tipped too far, you can try these tips.
- Verify the tripod mount is properly installed on the device.
- Move the device to a more level surface.
- Move the device to a more stable surface.
- Move the device to a surface that is more in line with the ball.
Adjusting the Device Alignment
If the device is misaligned, your swing metrics while using the golf simulator
features will not be accurate. For example, if the alignment is off by several
degrees, the metrics will also be off by several degrees. If your swing
metrics seem to be inaccurate, you can adjust the alignment.
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Hit a short, straight shot using a high loft club, such as a sand wedge.
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Compare the shot to the ball launch direction in the Garmin Golf app.
If the device is misaligned, the ball launch direction in the app will not match your shot. For example, if the device is facing too far to the left of your target line, the launch direction shown in the app will be farther right than your shot. -
Adjust the alignment of the device as needed.
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Repeat this process until the ball launch direction in the app matches your shot.
Tips for Using the Carrying Case
- Place the device in the carrying case with its front facing down to avoid pressing the button.
- Leave the bag clip and phone mount attached when placing them in the carrying case.
Resetting the Device
If the device stops responding, you may need to reset it. This does not erase
any of your data.
Hold the button until the status LED turns off.
The device resets.
Product Updates
On your computer, install Garmin Express™
(www.garmin.com/express). On your smartphone,
install the Garmin Golf app.
This provides easy access to these services for Garmin® devices:
- Software updates
- Product registration
Getting the Owner’s Manual
Go to garmin.com/manuals/A03985.
Getting More Information
You can find more information about this product on the Garmin website.
- Go to support.garmin.com for additional manuals, articles, and software updates.
- Go to buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer for information about optional accessories and replacement parts.
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