G.A. CAM User Manual
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1. 3 In the Setup screen select the player from the Player s Name list From the Club Shop list click on the club you want to add Note that several of the club s statistics are displayed to the right of the Player s Bag list If you want you can customize the specifications for the club Click the Add button to add it to the Player s Bag Customizing a Club In the Setup screen select the player from the Player s Name list In either the Club Shop list or Player s bag click on the name of the club you want to customize Click the Customize button to open the Club Customization screen GollAchirver CAM Cluli Setting Player PRA Protersond Chr 1 Wood l Hew Oo Chis Large 5 0 72H irha sarge 57 0 2 dagiau Faceange degas Db megt 13 1 8 2J on Lot segle io jD 2 degan Oie hyt Srde Co f j PAGE 15 4 Enter the custom specifications into this dialog and click OK to accept the new settings These settings will apply to the club shown in both the Club Shop and in the player s bag It will not affect the specifications of the club for any other players Jf you wish to add a description name to the club click NEW CLUB This will enable the Suffix box where you can enter the title of the club The limit is 12 characters TIP You may find it helpful to enter a company s fitting cart as a player name so that you may customize all of the 5 or 6 irons in that cart and add th2. GolfAchiever CAM Stroboscopic Photography Launch Monitor ve Focaltron Corporation 830 A East Evelyn Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 USA Phone 408 530 8588 Fax 408 530 8062 www golfachiever com Disclaimer Focaltron Corporation makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose Further this company reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation of this company to notify any person of such a revision Copyright 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 and 2004 by Focaltron Corporation All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form or by any means electronic mechanical magnetic optical chemical manual or otherwise without the prior written permission of Focaltron Corporation GolfAchiever and Achiever are registered trademarks of Focaltron Corporation G A CAM is protected by patents pending in the USA and abroad Getting Started Introduction Safety Instructions System Requirements Power Requirements Care and Handling Installation and Setup Overview G A CAM Measurement Range Hardware Assembly and Setup Unpacking G A CAM Picking a Place to Use G A CAM
3. s shot statistics show the statistical averages and standard deviations of the different parameters These values are reset when the player or club is changed or when the Clear Stats button is clicked Analysis Screen The Analysis screen shows two different views of the shot overhead and side and gives some more detailed shot data ree A ye mor PAGE 21 PAGE 22 Azimuth and Launch Angle These two graphics demonstrate the respective angular measurements as calculated from the most recent shot The information for the current shot appears just after the ball flight simulation has ended LAUNCH ANGLE Vertical Angle AZIMUTH Horizontal Angle Push Pull Specifications and Shot Data This screen shows all the specifications and resulting data about the shot This includes the player s name the club the ball and the resulting measurements of ball speed distance off line distance distance to pin maximum height and flight time Please note the best results will be obtained only when using a real golf ball vs cayman foam etc Data Screen The Data Screen only presents statistical data on Ball Speed Launch Angle Azimuth Backspin and Carry Distance Deleting a Shot To delete any shot displayed on the data screen click on the desired shot with your mouse The selected shot will be highlighted Once highlighted you can delete the shot in one of two ways 1 Press lt
4. See page 23 for Viewing your Results Data Files 1 Pick a Player 2 Before hitting any shots click on the Save Icon left The G A L CAM GSD CAM File Save Setting Dialogue Box will appear Golf Achiser GWY GY File Seve Sei tine GSD Setup Save Swing Result Date Sie tec PGA Professional 20040402 Bl 9 4 Browse GCAM Raw Dat Save 7 Preas te save lastest shet raw Gate Save As 3 _ Click the box for Save Swing Result Data to and hit OK if you accept the default filename and location Player Name and Date You may change the filename in the text area and or save the file to a different location by hitting the Browse Button and selecting new location 4 When you have the filename and location desired click OK The data in this file is formatted in a way that can be easily imported into spreadsheet or database programs The Results Data File feature only saves statistical data about the shots taken it does not save the raw data and cannot be read back into GolfAchiever to display the shot later The G A CAM GSD CAM File Save Setting Dialogue Box accessed through the Save Icon also allows you to save Raw Data Files cam extension for an individual shots after they are taken For more instructions on saving cam files turn to page 20 NOTE Raw Data Files may be saved while Results Data Files are being created PAGE 17 Setting up the Playing Conditions If you want to simulate different playing c
5. Select the High Speed setting on both the G A CAM and Software page 6 amp 20 Ball position was too far forward Move the ball back 1 2 or until 2nd ball image appears page 9 Ball speed exceeded G A CAM s measurement range page 6 Two Balls Overlap 1 Ball speed was too low for the setting Select the Low Speed setting on both the G A CAM and Software page 6 amp 20 No Balls Appear 1 2 G A CAM is not oriented properly oage 9 Ball position was too far back Move the ball forward until images appear page 9 G A CAM was triggered by something other than impact Ball Images are too Dark 1 The software Light Condition setting is wrong Select the NORMAL setting when in indoor or overcast enviroments page 19 The ball was too far away from G A CAM Flashes Move ball closer 13 or less is ideal page 9 One or more of the flashes did not fire See Troubleshotting Flashes below Ball Images are too Bright 1 The software Light Condition setting is wrong Select the BRIGHT setting when in sunny outdoor enviroments page 19 The ball was too close to G A CAM Flashes Move ball further away 13 or less is ideal page 9 Image has a Tee and One Ball 1 2 PAGE 26 See Only One Ball Appears above Use a darker colored tee page 9 Notes Hardware Key Code Unit Seria
6. Windows 2000 or XP CPU Pentium 4 1 1GHz e RAM At least 256 Megabytes of RAM Recommended 512mb e Hard Drive At least 1 Gigabyte of available hard disk space e Video Video resolution of at least 800x600 pixels with at least 256 colors Ports Two USB Cards with one available USB Port on each card USB 1 1 or better CD ROM Drive Power Reguirements A Universal Input AC to DC External Desktop Power Supply is pro vided with G A CAM The input reguirements are Input Voltage 90 to 260 VAC Volts Alternating Current Input Freguency 47 to 63 Hz Hertz Input Current I Amp 115 VAC Inrush Current 15 Amps max 230 VAC Input Connector IEC 320 3P AC receptacle AC Power Cord USA Standard three prong 3 foot detachable The output is 6 5 Volts Direct Current 4 0 Amps typical DC Cord and Power Plug 5 5 mm diameter barrel 2 5 mm diameter center pin 3 foot cord NOTE The G A CAM power supply will NOT work with Golf Achiever I or II due to differences in the power jack G A CAM s power Reguirements are 6 4 to 9 Volts Direct Current 4 Amps Ripple voltage less than 0 5 volts 6 4 VDC 4 Amps less than 2 VDC 6 9 VDC 4 Amps G A CAM may be battery powered The battery compartment is lo cated behind the door on the rear of G A CAM Suitable batteries are Six 6 Nickel Metal Hydride Ni MH Rechargeable D cells or Six 6 NICAD Rechargeable D cells Batteries and battery charger are NOT provided b
7. Delete gt on your keyboard or 2 Right click with your mouse and select Delete the Shot Tea Speed Laman Ama Backspin Cany A Toms mt 37 TT Bron 8ET SF HE WW Printing Last Ten Shots Reports A Last Ten Shots Data Screen can be printed by hitting the Print icon in the lower right of the screen A more comprehensive Last Ten Shots report as shown below is available if you hit lt ALT gt Print icon You can print the comprehensive report by hitting the PRINT button at the bottom right of this screen Opening RAW DATA and RESULTS DATA files If you wish to view a saved RAW DATA shot file or a RESULTS DATA FILE click on the Open Folder button in the lower right of the G A CAM software screen If you open a RAW DATA cam file the saved shot will be played back on your computer using the current Environmental Conditions If you open a RESULTS DATA gsd FILE the following image will appear on your screen At this time you cannot print gsd files from GolfAchiever Software However the Results Data file can also be opened as a delimited text file in MS Excel for further analysis TETEEEEEEEEE LEE Exiting the G A CAM Software WT To exit the G A CAM Software click on the Exit button in the lower right corner of the screen PAGE 23 Troubleshooting Software Error Messages Ball Image Not Found Occurs when no ball images are found in the captured image Po
8. Read all of these instructions carefully Save these instructions for later use PAGE 4 e Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product e Unplug the power supply from the wall outlet before attaching or detaching any cables to the unit e Unplug the power supply before cleaning G A CAM To clean use only a damp cloth do not use liguid cleaners or aerosol cleaners e Use only power adapters that provide low voltage direct current in accordance with the specifications for the unit see Power Reguirements on next page Ifan extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the eguipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord s ampere rating Also make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating e Do not allow anything to rest on the power or USB cords Do not place the cords where people may walk on them e Do not place the product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall possibly causing serious damage to the product e Do not attempt to service this product yourself Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to properly trained and gualified GolfAchiever service personal System Requirements G A CAM is designed to work with a personal computer that conforms to the following standards e Operating System
9. Setting Up G A CAM Placing the Ball Tee Color Switching from Right to Left Installing the G A CAM Software Installing Software Starting the G A CAM Software The Basics The Buttons Creating and Editing a Player Profile Creating a New Player Selecting Clubs Deleting a Player Taking a Swing Creating a Results Data File Set Physical Parameters Advanced Setting Play Conditions Setting Up the Shot Taking a Swing Analyzing Swings Screens Deleting a Shot Data Screen Printing Last Ten Shots Reports Opening Raw Data and Results Data Files Troubleshooting Error Messages Light LED Indicator RAW Data Processed Ball Images NSO o9o00 TI DDADAUUNA HL A pam EEE M co pam A Au A pam N N oM o o No oo J N pam NNNN WWN Re a NN nn Getting Started Introduction Thank you for choosing G A CAM the ultimate golf analyzer Using two camera precision this break through technology measures all of the important golf ball parameters and displays the feedback instantaneously To ensure that you obtain the highest accuracy and trouble free operation it is important to read the User Manual and Quick Set Up Guide prior to using G A CAM Be sure to retain all G A CAM documents as your convenient GolfAchiever information source Please take a moment now to complete the enclosed Registration form and mail it to Focaltron Safety Instructions
10. for indoor and or overcast enviroments You will need to select between these modes depending upon your environment Www GolfA chiever com yn All Rights Fiesened PAGE 11 Set Up Screen Before taking a shot you will need to use the Setup screen to create a player profile A player profile includes information such as the golfer s name height and the customized clubs the golfer may use See pages 14 16 for more details Use the Setup screen to add new players customize clubs and enter device set up Description Screen Selection Buttons Switch Toggle between the Down Range Analysis and Data Screens The Switch Toggle Button appears in the top right of the software screens The icon displayed depends on the current screen you are using Setup Opens the Setup screen This button is disabled while in the Play Mode Right or Left Handed Operation Be sure that the icon on the screen matches the G A CAM s current set up Play Use this button when you are ready to take a shot This button has four modes Gray if the software is unable to locate the hardware Orange when it is in standby mode Green when it is ready for you to take a swing and Flashing Yellow when G A CAM is recharging 15 seconds between shots clear stats Clear Stats Clears the statistics box of the Down Range and Data screens Mulligan lt ALT gt CLEAR STATS icon removes the last shot from the statistics Down Range an
11. upside down aligning the leg s three circular tabs with G A CAM s three circular indents and screwing the leg onto G A CAM 3 Align G A CAM s face parallel to and 12 14 away from the target line thus assuring the cameras are perpendicular to the target line as well 4 Power on G A CAM by plugging in the power cable or installing batteries page 5 and turning on the power switch found on the back of G A CAM 5 Install the software This includes the cameras drivers Microsoft DirectX and the G A CAM software page 10 6 Connect both cameras to your computer using two USB cables Note The first time there will be instuctions to follow on your computer in insure proper communication 7 Start G A CAM software on your computer page 20 Be sure that you have selected the correct Right or Left Handed Icon in the upper right of your screen to match the swing you are analyzing 8 Align striped ball to the G A CAM page 9 and double check the parallel alignment to the target line step 3 above Placing the Ball Positioning the ball correctly in relation to G A CAM is important Improper placement can affect the accuracy of the results provided Please be sure that 1 The ball s distance from the face of G A CAM is 12 14 away 2 The ball s set back position from G A CAM s center line cameras is between 3 9 This distance is based on ball speed progressively 13 or less Target
12. Line 3 Slower 6 U Fastest 3 The ball is STRIPED G A CAM requires that all balls be striped Please be sure that e There is only ONE stripe at least half the diameter of the ball in length and e The thickness of the stripe is between 1 4 to 3 8 4 The ball s stripe should be perpendicular to the target line facing towards the camera with a vertical orientation see above o diagram Tee Color Though not reguired at times you may wish to use a tee when using G A CAM The darker the tee color the better Dark green blue or black tees will work the best Switching G A CAM From Right to Left Handed Mode To switch from Right Handed to Left Handed mode or vice versa place the unit on the opposite side parallel to the target line and select the Hand Icon on the top right of the G A CAM software screen to match the new position of G A CAM PAGE 9 G A CAM Software Installing Software Before you install the G A CAM Software make sure your computer meets the system reguirements as listed on page 5 Follow these steps to install all the needed software and drivers 1 Exit all programs to prevent conflicts with the Installation Software Process 2 Insert the G A CAM Software CD into the CD drive You may need Administrator Rights to install software For more information please contact your IT Professional 3 Camera Driver Installation e Click on G A CAM Camer
13. a Driver e Welcome gt NEXT e Make sure both G A CAM USB cables have been are unplugged from the computer gt NEXT e Follow installation instructions Note click Continue Anyway when it says not recognized by Microsoft e Installation Complete Plug both USB cables in one at a time waiting between each and follow the Pop Up instructions 4 Microsoft Direct X Installation e Click on Microsoft Direct X e Follow installation instructions e Re start your computer 5 G A CAM Software Instalation e Click on GolfAchiever CAM e Follow installation instructions PAGE 10 Starting the G A CAM Software Before starting the G A CAM Software make sure G A CAM is plugged in turned on and properly connected to your computer To start G A CAM click on the Windows Start button and select Programs gt Focaltron gt GACAM gt GACAM gD raa ACE aches com e GAWAS ri Sating JJ eh mbed gt gor Fan Sht Dawn Windows XP Professiona NOTE A shortcut to the G A CAM program was installed automatically You may also double click on the G A CAM program icon from your desktop to start G A CAM Software G A CAM Software Basics Start Screen Upon starting G A CAM Software the start up screen below will appear The software has two operating modes Brighter Light typically for direct sunshine and Normal Light typically
14. cking to make sure the power chord is prop erly connected to the unit and power source 2 Plugging unit directly into the wall not using extension chord or power strip 3 Recharging or replacing the batteries Light indicator is dark and flicker s green G A CAM s power is marginal or the batteries do not have enough charge to run the G A CAM Try 1 Double checking to make sure the power chord is prop erly connected to the unit and power source 2 Plugging unit directly into the wall not using extension chord or power strip 3 Recharging or replacing the batteries Viewing RAW Data Processed Ball Images LU o Viewing the RAW Data Processed ball images can help you diagnose possible problems This data is accessable by holding down lt ALT gt clicking on Information Question Mark Icon Above you see a representation of a well captured shot two clear seperated ball images with both stripes visable Below is a list of possible badly captured images and probibal causes No Stripes on Either Ball 1 Using an un marked ball Be sure the ball is marked page 9 2 Upon set up stripe is facing away from the camera page 9 3 Mark is too light Be sure to use a permanent black marker page 9 Stripe on One Ball Only 1 Side spin was too fast Re set the ball and hit again Cont PAGE 25 Only One Ball Appears 1 Ball speed was too fast for the setting
15. d Data screens jelear path Clear Path Clears the traces of the ball s flight path s PAGE 12 Description Select Player Select any of the players that have been entered through the Setup screen Select Pin Distance Select from the list of distances from tee to the pin the flag stick is located in the center of the green Select Club Tell G A CAM which club you are about to use Only clubs in the current player s bag will be listed To add remove customize clubs from a player s bag go to Set Up Screen Customize Clubs pages 15 16 Select Ball Select the type of ball you are using Wound 2 Piece or Foam Select Speed This is associated with the speed switch on the back of G A CAM and refers to the ball speed High Speed Up Arrow 70 200 M P H Low Speed Down Arrow 30 90 M P H Set Environment Set environmental factors including light conditions wind speed and direction temperature and elevation The higher the elevation the further the simulated ball flight Open File Opens a saved data file Raw Data cam or Results Data gsd Save File Can be used to save a Raw Data File or to create a shot log of Results Data see page 17 NOTE Environmental data is not saved Print Prints G A CAM s Last Ten Shots Statistical Report providing detailed per shot and averaged data for up to the last 10 shots Comprehensive Printout Press lt ALT gt PRINT icon to send the Comprehe
16. em to the player s bag The same concept can be used to list all of the drivers on your show floor that people frequently request into a player s bag named DEMO This will save time from having to create complete a player bag and customize clubs for each person that walks into your store hoping to demo equipment Removing Clubs from a Player s Bag 1 In the Setup screen select the player from the Player s Name list 2 From the Player s Bag list click on the club you want to remove 3 Click the Remove button to remove it from the Player s Bag list Clubs removed from a player s bag remain in the Club Shop list for later use If you wish to remove a club from the Club Shop list highlight the club from the list and select customize Select Remove from the customize window to remove the club from the Club Shop Deleting a Player 1 Click on the Setup button to open the Setup screen 2 Select the player from the Player s Name list 3 Click the Player Setup button to open the Player Setup dialog 4 Click the Remove button The Remove Player Name dialog box will open to confirm that you want to remove the player from the list 5 Click Yes in the Remove Player Name dialog to remove the player from the list PAGE 16 Taking a Swing Creating a Results Data gsd File The results data for all shots can be saved to a single results file gsd extension by turning on the save option prior to making the shots
17. ew player to the list use the Setup screen Note You cannot change the player while G A CAM is in Play mode and the Play button is green Click the Play button to switch G A CAM to Wait mode the Play button will turn orange before changing players Select a Club Click on the Golf Bag button and select a club from the list To add or remove clubs from the player s bag use the Setup screen Select the Dinstance to the Pin Click on the Flag button to set the yardage from the tee to the pin Default is 150 Yards Select a Ball Type Optional Click on the Golf Ball button and select the type of ball you are going to hit Two Piece Default selection Wound or Multi Layer Select a Speed The speed switch on the back of G A CAM must be synchronized with this setting This refers to ball speed High Speed Up Arrow 70 200 M P H Note This is the default setting and fits the majority of players Low Speed Down Arrow 30 90 M P H Taking a Swing l 2 PAGE 20 Enter the Play mode Click on the large orange Play button to enter the Play mode The button on the screen and the LED light on the unit should both change to green Place the ball on the tee turf ground See page 9 for proper placement Take a swing Take your normal swing at the ball Once a shot is registered the G A CAM Software will measure and calculate the ball trajectory and display it in near real time At the end of G A CAM s ball fligh
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19. nsive Last Ten Shots Report to the Screen Information Shows G A CAM s software version View Raw Data Press lt ALT gt Information icon to via the raw data of the last shot only on Analysis Screen Exit Closes the G A CAM program Moving Around the Screens and Buttons To use your mouse just point and click on the buttons or options you want To use your keyboard press the lt TAB gt key to highlight different buttons or options and press lt ENTER gt to select the item Hold down the lt SHIFT gt key while you press lt TAB gt to select items in reverse order PAGE 13 Creating and Editing a Player Profile Overview Before taking a swing you should use the Setup screen to create a player profile A player profile includes information such as the golfer s name height and the clubs the golfer will use Creating a New Player 1 Click on the Setup button to open the Setup screen 2 Click on the Player Setup button to open the Player Setup dialog 3 Select the New Player checkbox and type a name for the player into the Name box 4 Enter the height of the player 5 Click Add Player to close the dialog and add the new player to G A CAM s player list PAGE 14 Selecting Clubs When you create or edit a player profile you can choose which clubs are available to the player by adding and removing clubs from the player s bag in the Setup screen Adding Clubs to a Player s Bag 1
20. onditions or if you are hitting outdoors and you want to set G A CAM to the same weather conditions you can also input those variables before you start hitting You can adjust these and other variables through the Set Advanced Physical Paramters below and Set Environment Dialog Boxes page 19 Set Physical Parameters Advanced To access the Advanced Physical Parameters Dialog Box 1 Click on the Setup button to open the Setup screen 2 Click on Device Setup G A CAM image in Upper Left to open the Set Physical Parameters box as shown below 3 From here you can adjust a number of variables that will be discussed on the following pages Set Physical Parameters Adwanced C Seve ths Pare for mach ime the pogen n un amp Uie these Parnreleis any for fhe pagan sesion GACH Sau NrtaS S SM RZE M KepCnde 2222222222 Tope ro found Bokom nol turd Comeet ZON Sice Spn Cale ulation Dita ag Urz Pret Fore i k US Pat Faa noi F Eira Top Nag Matic Meters Cre En Phipricss Psesaveten Frichon Ucelicarb 1B KOK ft sec 2pe amp fve Nagus Coettiovere xl Asec 2pw Hecher Spin Tere Comitan TG sar Fiction Coefficient Adjusting Carry Distance Lowering the Friction Coefficient provides for more carry distance Friction Coefficient is the drag factor giving the distance of the shot It s effect is more pronounced on Drivers and low irons than on higher lofted clubs NOTE Friction Coefficient i
21. s 4 One Software CD 5 One User Manual 6 7 8 If any parts are missing or appear damaged please contact Focaltron immediately IMPORTANT KEEP your G A CAM packaging and shipping box in a safe place The box is required for safe handling of the system during shipment If you ever need to send your G A CAM back to Focaltron for repairs you will need the original box PAGE 7 Picking a Place to Use G A CAM Setting Up G A CAM see Quick Set Up Guide PAGE 8 G A CAM was designed to be a portable device so you can move it to different locations with minimum effort For the best location pick a flat level area as the hardware and software have been optimized to show the ball s flight from a flat level surface The location should provide a firm footing for the unit G A CAM works in most lighting conditions both indoors and outdoors Since G A CAM measures all the charactersitics of the ball just after impact you can hit golf balls onto a range or into a net and the resulting data will be the same Once you have picked a location you are ready to setup the G A CAM hardware Follow these easy steps NOTE Normally you will ignore steps 1 amp 5 dcaa 3 and START with Step 2 ath Snitch 1 Remove all the G A CAM s components from the shipping box h Hash 3 Be sure that all the components have arrived in good condition see page 7 2 Attach the leg to G A CAM by turning the unit
22. s the only Coefficient that you can adjust Display Units U S or Metric Select your preference PAGE 18 Save Advanced Physical Parameters Click Save these parameters for each time this program is run if you would like to Save and Keep Advanced Physical Parameters Adjustments you have made If you do not select this option GolfAchiever will revert back to default settings the next time the program is run Setting Play Conditions You can use G A CAM s environment controls to simulate and select different weather light conditions 1 Click on the Set Environment button to bring up a dialog for entering weather conditions 2 Enter the wind speed and direction by either clicking on the wind vector graph or by typing in the values 3 Enter values for elevation and temperature These will affect the ball s trajectory and distance 4 Select the light condition Use Normal for indoor and overcast condition Select Brighter when used in direct sunlight Use these controls when outdoor light conditions suddenly change between sunlight and overcast also refer to the Trouble Shooting Section on page 26 Gredte D Tergeuhse F Dick on gob to cel wid V ecior or ards bakya Smide 7 WrdSpest V wh Dwctan 0 Light Condor Kons Digha PAGE 19 Setting Up the Shot ir 4 4 k Select a Player Click on the Player button and select a player name from the list To add a n
23. ssible causes Ball was not properly positioned page 9 Launch angle was out of range page 6 Azimuth angle was out of range page 6 USB ports being used for G A CAM are on the same USB board page 5 Microphone was mistriggered Not Enough Ball Images Found in the Top or Bottom Camera Image Occurs when the number of ball images captured from the top or bottom camera is less than 2 Possible causes Ball was not properly positioned page 9 Speed switch was set to Low but ball speed was faster than 90mph page 6 amp 20 Speed switch was set to High but ball speed was slower than 70mph page 6 amp 20 Ball speed was faster than 200mph page 6 Ball speed was slower than 30mph page 6 Detected Only One Camera or No Camera Detected Occurs when either or both the top or bottom camera is not detected by the computer Possible causes PAGE 24 USB cables are not connected properly page 8 Improper or no camera drivers were installed page 10 Another application is communicating with the cameras such as a previous G A CAM program not exiting cor rectly A computer reboot should correct problem Computer resource problem A computer reboot might cor rect problem if your computer meets the minimum computer requirements oage 5 Light LED Indicator on G A CAM Light indicator is dark G A CAM is not receiving enough power Try 1 Double che
24. t simulation the shot data will be displayed on all of the G A CAM screens Save Shot Raw Data Optional The raw data from any shot can be saved immediately following the shot by clicking on the Save button at the lower right of the screen The Save Dialog Box will appear Select save RAW DATA cam file option and save the file This shot file can be played back at a later time Note that the Player name Club and Ball Type are saved with RAW DATA files but environmental conditions are not saved Take the Next Swing You can repeat these steps to take as many swings as you like Note G A CAM takes min 15 seconds to re arm itself for the next shot If the ball flight paths begin to clutter up the screen you can remove them by clicking the Clear Path button To reset the statistical data click the Clear Stats button Analyzing Swings Down Range Screen The Down Range screen represents a virtual driving range having its perspective from a point directly behind the tee Last Shot data and Statistical data is displayed on this screen as well as a trace of the ball s simulated flight path The displayed height of the ball flight paths are approximately one fourth of the actual height of the calculated flight paths in order to keep most shot paths on the screen Last Shot Data The last shot data includes the player club ball speed launch angle back spin and carry distance Statistics The Down Range screen
25. ut can be pur chased from Focaltron Contact your salesperson for more details PAGE 5 Care and Handling This equipment uses precision electronic and optical parts To avoid malfunction or alignment problems e Do not drop G A CAM or subject it to mechanical shocks e Do not stress or apply pressure to G A CAM in a manner that would tend to bend it e When taking a swing do not hit G A CAM with the club or ball e Do not set G A CAM in water e Keep the black plastic lenses clean A damp soft cloth is recommended Installation and Setup Overview Please refer to the following steps for proper set up of your G A CAM 1 G A CAM Assembly and Setup Hardware Page 7 9 2 Pre Installation Page 10 3 Camera Driver Installation 4 Direct X Instalation 5 G A CAM Software Installation Page 10 G A CAM Measurement Range Launch Angle O degrees to 60 degrees Azimuth 15 degrees push to 15 degrees pull Ball Speed 30 to 200 M P H High Speed 70 200 M P H Low Speed 30 90 M P H Note The speed switch on the back of G A CAM must be synchronized with the software setting page 20 PAGE 6 G A CAM Assembly and Setup Unpacking G A CAM Your G A CAM package should contain the following parts as shown below One Quick Set Up Guide One Driver Fitting Guide One Focaltron Original 90 day Warranty not shown 1 One G A CAM Swing Anlayzer 2 One International DC Power Supply 3 Two USB cable
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