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Tips for Indoor or Outdoor Approach R10 Placement

This article will show how to set up your Approach® R10 launch monitor in either an indoor or outdoor environment. We will also cover tips to tackle issues you may experience. Select a setup topic below to see the written and video instructions. 

Setup Topics

Indoor Setup


Requirements

Listed below are the minimum requirements for setting up your indoor hitting location. Using a larger space can improve accuracy.

  • Your space must be at least 15 feet long by 8 feet wide by 8 feet high.
  • The mat needs to be at least 2 feet long by 2 feet wide.
  • The ball is at least 8 feet away from the impact screen or net.

Getting Set Up

  1. Place the Approach R10 on the ground between 6 and 8 feet behind the ball.  

  2. Use the red line on top of the Approach R10 to align the ball to your target.

  3. Place your bag and smartphone in a safe position, out of view from the R10, where you can quickly view your shot data.

  4. Open the Garmin Golf™ app and select a sim session to get started.

To learn more about the available Golf Sim features, see our video Garmin Golf App Features for the Approach R10.

Outdoor Setup

Requirements

Listed below are the minimum requirements for setting up your outdoor hitting location. Using a larger space can improve accuracy.

  • An open space away from other obstacles.
  • Hitting space or mat at least 2 feet long by 2 feet wide.
  • If using an impact screen or net, make sure the ball is at least 8 feet away.

Getting Set Up

  1. Place the Approach R10 on the ground between 6 and 8 feet behind the ball. 

  2. Use the red line on top of the Approach R10 to align the ball to your target.

  3. Place your bag and smartphone in a safe position, out of view from the R10, where you can quickly view your shot data.

  4. Open the Garmin Golf app and select a sim session to get started.

To learn more about the available Golf Sim features, see our video Garmin Golf App Features for the Approach R10.

Overcoming Challenges

  • Ensure you can take a full swing comfortably in your hitting space.

  • There should be a clear and unobstructed view from the Approach R10 to the ball when preparing your hitting space. 

  • The Approach R10 should be near the same height as the ball. You can place a wood block or another flat object under the Approach R10 to raise it.

  • Use the tripod stand that came with the Approach R10. Using other mounts, or attempting to attach it to a wall, could result in inaccurate readings or error messages.

  • Use a regulation golf ball. To learn more, see Using Practice Balls With Garmin Golf Radar Products.

  • Ensure the Approach R10 has a green flashing LED at the beginning of each swing. Any pre-swing movement or pause mid-swing may result in a false detection or missed shot.

  • When using a net, ensure it matches the size of your space.

  • To avoid radar interference, your area should be free from large objects or electronics like AC Units, vehicles, refrigerators, fluorescent lights, fans, and heaters.

  • Metallic, shiny surfaces, and structures may impact performance. This includes finished garage floors and light poles. It may be helpful to cover these areas with carpet, artificial turf, or dull fabric.

  • When at a driving range, leave space on both sides. Nearby golfers may cause interference with the radar if in view of the R10.

If you have checked over all of the setup tips but are experiencing consistently inaccurate data, such as distance and launch angle, then we would recommend preforming a calibration to the Approach R10. See Troubleshooting Radar Features of the Approach R10 for additional help. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the Approach R10 in low lighting?

Yes. The device uses radar to detect your shots, so the lighting does not have any effect. However, lighting will be needed for Swing Capture recording.

Will I need special tools to set up my Approach R10?

No. You can use two clubs to measure close to the 6-8 ft. distance or use measuring tape. To learn more on setup, see Preparing for a Shot.

Do I need a perfectly level floor or surface?

No. The Approach R10 compensates for some degree of tilt. If the tilt is too great, the Garmin Golf app will alert you on your first swing.

Should the Approach R10 be raised from the ground?

If the surface the ball is on is raised, then the bottom of the Approach R10 (above the tripod) needs to be above the surface the ball is placed on.

What if the Approach R10 appears to be missing shots?

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