WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Sureshot AXIS GPS Watch
- Black Watch Band
- USB Charger
- Quick Start Guide
GETTING STARTED
The user manual explains everything you need to knowabout your new AXIS Watch.
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GETTING STARTED
- Sureshot AXIS GPS Watch
- Black Watch Band
- USB Charger
- Quick Start Guide
The user manual explains everything you need to knowabout your new AXIS Watch.
REGISTERING
Important: To take full advantage of your AXIS Watch, it is recommended that you register your device. Registration is required for device updates, course updates and warranty purposes. You are able to register your AXIS Watch using a smartphone via the MGI & Sureshot mobile application. The smartphone mobile app can be downloaded for free from the Apple Store and/or Google Play store for iPhone and Android devices, respectively.
1. Download the MGI & Sureshot mobile application.
2. Launch the MGI & Sureshot mobile application.
3. Select REGISTER.
4. Enter your personal details as prompted and confirmagreement to terms and conditions.
5. Upon confirmation of your account, you will be promptedto ADD your AXIS Watch. You willneed the serial number located on the back of your
watch to complete registration.
6. If your device does not register successfully, retrysteps 1 to 3. If the problem persists, contact Sureshot Support.
NOTE: A user has the ability to CONTINUE AS A GUEST as long as they provide a valid serial number for theirdevice. This will allow you to accessmobile app functions like course updates and software updates, but does not create an account or register your device for warranty purposes.
NOTE: A user has the ability to CONTINUE AS A GUEST as long as they provide a valid serial number for their device. This will allow you to access mobile app functions like course updates and software updates, but does not create an account or register your device for warranty purposes.
SERIAL NUMBER
Your AXIS Watch will have a sticker with serial number onthe outer package and on the product (see below). These serial numbers are usedto ensure you are purchasing the unit from an authorized dealer. If you areunable to locate this sticker or if the serial number has been obscured, theproduct may not be authentic (counterfeit) or it may not have been purchasedthrough an authorized dealer. In either case, Sureshot will not honourwarranties on these products. You should return the unit to the seller for arefund, and purchase your AXISWatch from an alternateauthorised location.
BUTTON CONFIGURATION (TIME MODE / PLAY GOLF MODE)
TURN ON / OFF
To turn on your AXIS Watch:
1. Hold down the top left button for 5 seconds.
2. Release the top left button.
3. The watch will then turn on after completing the“Powering Up” sequence.
To turn off your AXISWatch:
1. Hold down the top left button for 5 seconds.
2. Release the top left button.
3. The watch will then turn off.
NOTE: Turning off your AXIS Watch will reset the date and time.
CHARGING
It is important to charge your watch fully before a roundof golf. Use the charging clip supplied to charge your AXIS Watch. Charge yourdevice using a computer USB port, a powered USB hub, or smartphone AC chargeronly. Your watch is fully charged when the battery animation displays 100%.Disconnect the device from the charger once the charge is full.
To charge your AXISWatch:
1. Plug the USB into a USBcharging port.
2. Connect the charger to thewatch so the charging pins touch the watches charging plates.
3. Charge the device until the batteryanimation displays 100%.
NOTE: If charging via a computer USB port, ensure yousafely eject the device before removing it from the USB port.
CHANGING LANGUAGES
Your AXIS Watch comes equipped with 6 different languagesettings to select from:
- ENGLISH
- FRANÇAIS
- ESPAÑOL
- ITALIANO
- DEUTSCHE
- PORTUGUESE
NOTE: Golf coursenames will always remain in English.
To switch the language of your AXIS Watch:
1. Go to MAIN MENU> SETTINGS > LANGUAGE.
2. Highlight the new language.
3. Press the SELECTbutton to save change.
SETTING THE TIME
You can set the date & time manually or by GPS(recommended).
To set the date & time on your AXIS Watch (BY GPS):
1. The AXIS Watch must be in an open, outdoor area.
2. Go to the MAINMENU > SETTINGS > TIME/DATE> SET TIME/DATE
3. Choose BY GPS.
4. The AXIS Watch will automatically update the date andtime based on your region.
To set the date & time on your AXIS Watch (MANUALLY):
1. Go to the MAIN MENU > SETTINGS > TIME/DATE > SET TIME/DATE
2. Select MANUALLY.
3. Enter the date and time using the (➕➖) buttons.
4. Press the SELECT button to save change.
To change Daylight Savings on your AXIS Watch:
1. Go to the MAINMENU > SETTINGS > TIME/DATE> DAYLIGHT
2. Choose ON or OFF, this will adjust the time by ± 1hour.
3. Press the SELECTbutton to save change.
To change the Time Format on your AXIS Watch:
1. Go to the MAINMENU > SETTINGS > TIME/DATE> FORMAT > TIME FORMAT
2. Choose 12-HOUR or 24-HOUR.
3. Press the SELECTbutton to save change.
To change the Date Format on your AXIS Watch:
1. Go to the MAINMENU > SETTINGS > TIME/DATE> FORMAT > DATE FORMAT
2. Choose DD/MM/YY or MM/DD/YY.
3. Press the SELECTbutton to save change.
MGI & SURESHOT APP
The AXIS Watch can be connected to a smartphone via the MGI& Sureshot mobile application. By connecting your AXIS Watch to yoursmartphone, you can register your device for warranty purposes, update coursedata or update your devices software.
To connect your AXIS Watch to the MGI & Sureshotmobile application:
1. Ensure your smartphones BLUETOOTH is turned on.
2. On the AXIS Watch, go to the MAIN MENU > BLUETOOTH > ON.
3. Launch the MGI & Sureshot mobile application.
4. Log in or register as prompted by the app.
5. On the MGI & Sureshot app home screen, press PAIR DEVICE.
1. The watch will display a numerical code. Enter this codeinto the app as instructed.
2. Once paired correctly, your smartphone app will display aconfirmation.
3. If the device does not pair, retry steps 1 to 6. If theproblem persists, contact Sureshot Support.
Note: Bluetooth functions only work when connected via the MGI & Sureshot mobile application. If you struggle with a proper connection,
be sure to uninstall and reinstall the mobile app and ensure your AXIS Watch has access to your smartphones Bluetooth.
UPDATING DEVICE SOFTWARE
The AXIS Watch can be connected to a smartphone via the MGI& Sureshot mobile application.
By connecting your AXIS Watch to your smartphone, you can update your devicesoftware.
1. Ensure your smartphones BLUETOOTH is on.
2. On the AXIS Watch, go to the MAIN MENU > BLUETOOTH > ON.
3. Launch the MGI & Sureshot app.
4. Enter your details as prompted by the app.
5. On the MGI & Sureshot app home screen, press PAIR DEVICE.
6. The watch will display a numerical code. Enter this codeinto the app as instructed.
7. Once paired correctly, your smartphone app will display aconfirmation.
8. On the MGI & Sureshot app home screen, press UPDATE DEVICE.
9. The MGI & Sureshot app will automatically update the AXISWatch (may take several minutes).
10. Once the update is complete, restart your watch byholding down the top left button for 5 seconds to turn it off, then pressing itagain for 5
seconds to turn it back on.
11. If the device does not update successfully, retry steps 1to 10. If the problem persists, contact Sureshot Support.
NOTE: Updatingyour AXIS Watch software requires your smartphone to have an internetconnection.
UPDATING COURSE DATA
The AXIS Watch can be connected to a smartphone via the MGI& Sureshot mobile application.
By connecting your AXIS Watch to your smartphone, you can update your watchescourse data.
1. Ensure your smartphones BLUETOOTH is on.
2. On the AXIS Watch, go to the MAIN MENU > BLUETOOTH > ON.
3. Launch the MGI & Sureshot app.
4. Log in or register as prompted by the app.
5. On the MGI & Sureshot app home screen, press PAIR DEVICE.
6. The watch will display a numerical code. Enter this codeinto the app as instructed.
7. Once paired correctly, your smartphone app will display aconfirmation.
8. On the MGI & Sureshot app home screen, press UPDATE COURSES.
9. Search for the course that you would like to update.
10. Tap the course to begin downloading the updated coursedata (may take several minutes).
11. If the course does not update successfully, retry steps 1to 10. If the problem persists, contact Sureshot Support.
NOTE: Updatingyour AXIS Watch course data requires your smartphone to have an internetconnection.
PLAYING A ROUND OF GOLF
NOTE: You must be within 5km/3mi of the golf course forthe AXIS Watch to pick up the GPS signal. Before you can play golf, you mustwait for the device to acquires the GPS signal, which may take up to severalminutes. Weather conditions and man-made structures may interfere with the AXISWatch acquiring the GPS signal. Please ensure you are outside in a wide, openspace before entering PLAY GOLF.
To play a round of golf using the AXIS Watch:
1. Go to the MAINMENU > PLAY GOLF
2. The AXIS Watch will automatically search for golf courseswithin 5km/3mi of your location (this may take several minutes).
3. The AXIS Watch will locate nearby courses, and displaythem on the course list.
4. Select the golf course you wish to play from the courselist.
5. The AXIS Watch will prompt if you want to score duringyour round.
(Can be toggled ON/OFF from the PLAY GOLF menu)
6. If you having SCORINGturned ON, the AXIS Watch will askyou to confirm PAR.
7. If you having SCORINGturned ON, the AXIS Watch will askyou to enter your HANDICAP. Forproper scoring, you will need to enter your course adjusted handicap.
8. The AXIS Watch will now show the distances for Hole 1. Ifyou are starting on a different hole, use the UP and DOWN buttons to switchbetween holes.
CHANGING THE COURSE
If you have incorrectly chosen a golf course from thecourse list, you can change the course manually.
To change the course:
1. MAIN MENU >CHANGE COURSE > SELECT COURSE.
2. Press the SELECTbutton to save your change.
3. Set up your new round of golf as normal.
CHANGING PAR
If you have incorrectly chosen the wrong par for yourcourse, you can change it manually either from the MAIN MENU or within the PLAYGOLF menu.
To change the par from the MAIN MENU:
1. MAIN MENU >SETTINGS > PAR.
2. Choose MENS orWOMENS.
3. Press the SELECTbutton to save your change.
To change the par in PLAY GOLF menu:
1. PLAY GOLF MENU> PAR.
2. Choose MENS orWOMENS.
3. Press the SELECTbutton to save your change.
DISTANCES VIEW
Once in PLAY GOLF,the watch will default to the DISTANCESscreen.
On this screen the watch will display in real time thedistance from you to the front, centre & back of the Green. This screenwill also display the hole number and par at the top of the screen. Once inPLAY GOLF mode, the time will toggle between the day time (BLACK) and yourround time (BLUE) at the bottom of the screen every 5 seconds.
NOTE:Because pin locations change, the device calculates the distance tothe front, middle, and back of the green, but not the actual pin location.
MEASURING A SHOT
While playing a round of golf, you can measure thedistance of your shot.
1. In PLAY GOLF,go to the DISTANCESview.
2. Press the SHOT button.
3. Hit your shot.
4. Walk to your ball.
5. View the distance on your watch.
6. Press the SHOT buttonto stop or reset the measurement.
GREEN VIEW
This screen will display the realistic shape of the greenand the distance to the centre of the green. This screen will also display the holenumber and par at the top of the screen and will toggle between the currenttime and your round time (every 5 seconds) at the bottom of the screen.
To access the green view:
1. In PLAY GOLF, goto the DISTANCES view.
2. Press the SELECTbutton once.
NOTE:Because pinlocations change, the device calculates the distance to the middle of thegreen, but not the actual pin location.
To disable green view from the MAIN MENU:
1. Go to MAIN MENU> SETTINGS > GREEN VIEW.
2. Choose On or OFF.
3. Press the SELECTbutton to save your change.
To disable green view from the PLAY GOLF MENU:
1. PLAY GOLF MENU> GREEN VIEW.
2. Choose On or OFF.
3. Press the SELECTbutton to save your change.
HAZARDS VIEW
This screen will display up to 4 main hazards per holeand show distance to the front of the hazard. This screen will also display thehole number and par at the top of the screen and will toggle between thecurrent time and your round time (every 5 seconds) at the bottom of the screen.
To access the hazards screen:
1. In PLAY GOLF, goto the DISTANCES screen.
2. Press the SELECTbutton twice.
Each hazard has a measurement adjacent to it. Thismeasurement indicates the distance to the front of the hazard. Each hazard hasan arrow adjacent to it. This arrow indicates the direction of the hazard itsignifies.
ß Indicates that the hazard is to theleft of the fairway or green
à Indicates that the hazard is to theright of the fairway or green
â Indicates that the hazard is in thepath to your target
á Indicates the distance to carry ahazard that is in the path to your target
Indicates the distance to a water hazard
Indicates the distance to a bunker.
Indicates the distance to the end of thefairway.
If there are more than 4 hazards for a hole, the 4most important hazards as determined by the course mappers are displayed. Ifthere are no hazards for a hole, no measurements will appear on this screen.
SCORING
To turn on SCORING:
1. Go to MAIN MENU> SCORING > ON
2. Press the SELECTbutton to save the change.
When SCORING is enabled, you will be prompted to enteryour previous holes score when you reach the following holes tee box.
To enter a hole score manually, or update a different holescore:
1. Go to MAIN MENU> SCORECARD > SELECT HOLE.
2. Update the score of the hole using the (➕➖) buttons.
3. Press the SELECTbutton to save the score.
SCORING can be turned on or off any time during a roundby:
1. Go to MAIN MENU> SCORING > ON / OFF
2. Press the SELECTbutton to save the change.
NOTE:If SCORING is turned off during a round,then turned back on in the same round, all previously entered hole scores willbe permanently lost.
AUTOMATIC HOLE ADVANCE
The AXIS Watch will auto-advance to the next hole onceyou have moved from the current holes green to the following holes tee box, if SCORING is turned off.
If SCORING is turned on, once at thefollowing tee box, the watch will prompt you to enter your score for theprevious hole. After which the AXIS Watch will automatically advance to thenext hole.
CHANGING HOLES
You can change the hole you are on manually from eitherthe DISTANCES, GREEN or HAZARDS screen.
To change the hole:
1. Press the UPor DOWN button to toggle through thecourse’s holes.
2. The hole number you are viewing and par for that hole willbe shown at the top of the screen.
ROUND SUMMARY
The AXIS Watch will display a summary of your round ofgolf after exiting a round of golf. This summary includes:
- The date
- The golf course name
- Your net, gross & Stableford scores (if HANDICAP is turned ON)
- The current time and the round time (alternates every 5seconds)
To view your round summary:
1. In PLAY GOLF,go to MAIN MENU > EXIT ROUND.
2. You will be prompted to enter the score the hole you are currentlyon.
3. Press the SELECTbutton to save your score.
4. The round summary will appear.
5. Press the UPbutton to save your score to your saved scorecards or press the DOWN button to delete the round fromthe AXIS Watch.
SAVED SCORECARDS
The AXIS Watch is designed to save up to 10 scorecards onthe device.
To access your scorecard history:
1. Go to MAIN MENU> HISTORY > SELECT SCORECARD.
2. Press the SELECTbutton to view the scorecard.
You can also change the score within a saved round:
1. Go to MAIN MENU> HISTORY > SELECT SCORECARD.
2. Press the SELECTbutton to view your selected scorecard.
3. Update the score of your selected hole using the (➕➖) buttons.
4. Press the SELECTbutton to save your score.
NOTE: If youalready have 10 saved scorecards on your device, 1 must be deleted before beingable to save a round in progress.
ENDING A ROUND
To end a round ofgolf:
1. In PLAY GOLF,go to MAIN MENU > EXIT ROUND.
2. Press the SELECTbutton to exit your round.
NOTE: if SCORING is turned on and you do notsave your round summary, all data will be permanently lost.
SETTING THE COLOUR THEME
Your AXIS Watch is pre-set with multiple colour themesfor you to choose from.
To change the colour theme:
1. Go to MAIN MENU> SETTINGS > THEME.
2. Choose a colour option
3. Press the SELECTbutton to save your change.
CHANGE UNIT OF MEASUREMENT
You can change your AXIS Watch between Metres or Yards.
To change the unit of measurement:
1. Go to MAIN MENU> SETTINGS > UNIT.
2. Choose METRES or YARDS
3. Press the SELECTbutton to save your change.
AUTOMATIC BACKLIGHT
Your AXIS Watch has an inbuilt haptic recognitionfunction which will automatically turn the backlight on for 10 seconds. Thebacklight will remain illuminated for 10 seconds, or until a button is pressedwhich will illuminate the screen for a further 10 seconds.
To activate the automatic backlight:
1. Gently tap the watch face with your finger.
2. Raise the watch from your side up to your eye-view.
3. Alternatively, you can manually turn on the backlight bypressing any side button.
NOTE: Repeateduse of the backlight function will drain the battery faster. When in PLAY GOLF mode, only gently tapping thewatch face with your finger will illuminate the backlight.
ALARM
You can set an alarm on your AXIS Watch.
To set an alarm:
1. Go to MAIN MENU> SETTINGS > ALARM.
2. Press the top left button to toggle the alarm ON.
3. Update the time of your alarm using the (➕➖) buttons.
4. Press the SELECTbutton to save your alarm time.
5. An alarm icon will appear at the top of the watch facescreen when the alarm is active.
WATERPROOF
Your AXIS Watch is waterproof with an IPX6 rating.However, it is recommended you do not fully submerge your device.
BATTERY
Your AXIS Watch has a rechargeable internal lithiumbattery.
When fully charged this battery will give you an estimatedminimum:
- 12 hours in PLAYGOLF mode
- 1 month in TIMEmode
To check the battery percentage remaining on your device:
1. Go to MAIN MENU > BATTERY.
2. Press the SELECTbutton to view the remaining charge on your device.
RESET
To reset your AXIS Watch:
1. Go to MAIN MENU> RESET.
2. Choose RESET.
3. Press the SELECTbutton to reset your device.
NOTE: Resetting your AXIS Watch will reset the date and time.
HARD RESET
If you are unable to factory reset your device or the deviceis unresponsive:
1. Hold down the top left, top right, bottom left and bottomright buttons all at once for 10 seconds.
2. The device will turn off and reboot.
3. The device will turn back on and be reset.
4. If your AXIS Watch is still unresponsive, try again
NOTE: Resetting your AXIS Watch will reset the date and time.
ABOUT THIS DEVICE
To view your AXIS Watch device information:
1. Go to MAIN MENU> ABOUT.
2. Press the SELECTbutton to view the device information.
SYSTEM SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
To ensure your watch can update course data and updateits internal software via the MGI & Sureshot mobile application, the mostrecent iOS & Android operating systems are recommended to be installed onyour smartphone.
CLEANING YOUR DEVICE
It is recommended that you clean your watch after every round of golf played using the device.
To properly clean your AXIS Watch:
1. Gently wipe the entire watch with a damp cloth (wateronly)
2. Do not expose your AXIS Watch to any chemicals, such asgasoline, cleaning solvents, acetone, alcohol, or insect repellents. Chemicalscan damage the seal, case, and finish of your watch.
3. To preventcorrosion of the watches charging plates, clean the charging plates using adamp cotton swab with water only, then pat dry before charging.
REPORT MAPPING ISSUE
The Sureshot AXIS Watch has global customersupport and service to help you get the most out of your device.
If you experience a course mapping issue ofany kind:
1. Launch the MGI & Sureshot app and log in or register.
2. Choose SUPPORT.
3. Choose REPORTMAPPING ISSUE.
4. Select a course.
5. Fill out the form and press SUBMIT.
DISCLAIMERS
· Images on the AXIS Watch may change after softwareupdates.
· Please remove all stickers from the watch.
· Do not attempt to open the AXIS Watch. Risk of explosionif battery is replaced with incorrect type.
· Do not attempt to open, disassemble, or service thedevice. There are no customer serviceable items in the unit.
· The device contains a rechargeable lithium ion battery.Lithium ion batteries can explode or catch fire if not properly stored, chargedand handled correctly.
· Do not attempt to open, disassemble, or service theinternal battery.
· Do not crush, puncture or short the battery’s externalcontacts.
· Do not expose the device to temperatures above 140ºF / 60ºCor below 14ºF / -10ºC.
· Do not leave unit in a hot car.
· Do not expose the device to high moisture surroundings.
· Do not completely submerge the device.
· To store the unit for long time, discharge to 50%capacity, then store in a dry and low temperature place and fully charge theunit every 3 months.
· If using a car charger, disconnect the device whilestarting the car.
· Properly recycle or dispose of device. Do not dispose infire or water.