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Getting Started with the Approach S50

If you are setting up an Approach® S50 for the first time, the following steps will walk you through the process to help you get the most out of your new watch.

Setting up the Approach S50

When powering on the watch for the first time, you will be prompted to configure your user setting and preferences on the watch. These settings can be changed at any time.

    1. Power on the watch by holding the Top button.


      Learn About the Touchscreen and Buttons

      Watch with numbers indicating features

      one instruction Touchscreen

      • Tap to choose an option in a menu.

      • Swipe up or down to scroll through the glance loop and menus (Glances).

      two instruction Top button

      • Press to start a round of golf.

      • Press to start an activity or app.

      • Hold to view the controls menu and watch settings (Controls).

      three instruction Bottom button

      • Press to return to the previous screen.

      • During an activity, press to record a lap, rest, or advance to the next workout step.


    2. Choose your language by scrolling through the list by swiping up or down, touch the language you wish to select.

    3. Pair the watch to your smartphone with the Garmin Golf™ app (optional).

      NOTE: Paring the watch with Garmin Golf will also register the watch.


      Learn More About Bluetooth Pairing



Learn More About the Approach S50

The following articles will help you explore and use the many features of your watch.

Connected Features

Music Features

Battery Features

Training Features

Customizing the Watch

Troubleshooting