Operation Manual

Table Of Contents
Each layup and the distance until you reach each layup
appear on the screen.
NOTE: Distances are removed from the list as you pass
them.
Keeping Score
1
From the hole information screen, select > Scorecard.
The scorecard appears when you are on the green.
2
Select UP or DOWN to scroll through the holes.
3
Select to select a hole.
4
Select UP or DOWN to set the score.
Your total score is updated.
Updating a Score
1
From the hole information screen, select > Scorecard.
2
Select UP or DOWN to scroll through the holes.
3
Select to select a hole.
4
Select UP or DOWN to change the score for that hole.
Your total score is updated.
TruSwing
The TruSwing feature allows you to view swing metrics recorded
from your TruSwing device. Go to www.garmin.com/golf to
purchase a TruSwing device.
Using the Golf Odometer
You can use the odometer to record the time, distance, and
steps traveled. The odometer automatically starts and stops
when you start or end a round.
1
Select > Odometer.
2
If necessary, select Reset to reset the odometer to zero.
Tracking Statistics
The Stat Tracking feature enables detailed statistics tracking
while playing golf.
1
From the hole information screen, hold MENU.
2
Select the activity settings.
3
Select Stat Tracking to enable tracking statistics.
Connected Features
Connected features are available for your tactix device when
you connect the device to a compatible smartphone using
Bluetooth wireless technology. Some features require you to
install the Garmin Connect Mobile app on the connected
smartphone. Go to www.garmin.com/apps for more information.
Some features are also available when you connect your device
to a wireless network.
Phone notifications: Displays phone notifications and
messages on your tactix device.
LiveTrack: Allows friends and family to follow your races and
training activities in real time. You can invite followers using
email or social media, allowing them to view your live data on
a Garmin Connect tracking page.
GroupTrack: Allows you to keep track of your connections
using LiveTrack directly on screen and in real time.
Activity uploads to Garmin Connect: Automatically sends
your activity to your Garmin Connect account as soon as you
finish recording the activity.
Connect IQ: Allows you to extend your device features with new
watch faces, widgets, apps, and data fields.
Software Updates: Allows you to update your device software.
Weather: Allows you to view current weather conditions and
weather forecasts.
Bluetooth sensors: Allows you to connect Bluetooth
compatible sensors, such as a heart rate monitor.
Find my phone: Locates your lost smartphone that is paired
with your tactix device and currently within range.
Find my device: Locates your lost tactix device that is paired
with your smarphone and currently within range.
Enabling Bluetooth Notifications
Before you can enable notifications, you must pair the tactix
device with a compatible mobile device (Pairing Your
Smartphone with Your Device, page 1).
1
Hold MENU.
2
Select Settings > Phone > Smart Notifications > Status >
On.
3
Select During Activity.
4
Select a notification preference.
5
Select a sound preference.
6
Select Not During Activity.
7
Select a notification preference.
8
Select a sound preference.
9
Select Timeout.
10
Select the amount of time the alert for a new notification
appears on the screen.
Viewing Notifications
1
From the watch face, select UP to view the notifications
widget.
2
Select , and select a notification.
3
Select DOWN for more options.
4
Select BACK to return to the previous screen.
Receiving an Incoming Phone Call
When you receive a phone call on your connected smartphone,
the tactix device displays the name or phone number of the
caller. You can accept or decline the call. If your device is
connected to a smartphone with Android
, you can also decline
with a text message by selecting from a list of messages on your
tactix device.
To accept the call, select Accept.
To decline the call, select Decline.
To decline the call and immediately send a text message
reply, select Reply, and select a message from the list.
Replying to a Text Message
NOTE: This feature is available only for smartphones with
Android.
When you receive a text message notification on your tactix
device, you can send a quick reply by selecting from a list of
messages. You can customize messages in the Garmin
Connect Mobile app.
NOTE: This feature sends text messages using your phone.
Regular text message limits and charges from your carrier and
phone plan may apply. Contact your mobile carrier for more
information about text message charges or limits.
1
From the watch face, select UP to view the notifications
widget.
2
Select , and select a text message notification.
3
Select DOWN > Reply.
4
Select a message from the list.
Your phone sends the selected message as an SMS text
message.
6 Connected Features