GPS Rangefinders
XGC+
Model: 368350
Take your game to the next level with Bushnell's premium golf GPS device.
Preloaded with over 25,000 courses, its ready to use out of the box. The 2.2” high resolution screen gives you distances to any point on the hole in vivid, sun-light readable color.
Simple downloadable vibrant color maps provide a “down the fairway” perspective for easier and better course management.
No membership fee is required to use this product.
- Ready to play right out of the box
- 25,000+ preloaded courses
- No membership fees
- Distance to any point on the hole
- Auto course recognition/auto hole advance
- Large, high resolution sunlight readable screen
- Easy to use interface
- Custom color maps allow you to see hole layout
- Accurate shot distance feature
- Legal for tournament play
- Scorekeeping & statistics capabilities
- Durable & rainproof
- 1-Year Warranty
Specifications
- 2.2" color screen
- Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
- Up to 16 hours of battery life
- SiRFstarIII GPS Chip
- Adheres to USGA rules
- Dimensions: 3.85" x 2.15" x .75"
Compatibility
The Bushnell XGC+ is ready to use out of the box without the requirement of any additional software or hardware. However, a computer and internet access are required if you would like to download custom aerial hole images which allow you to obtain distances to every point on each hole.
In order to download images you will need a PC (Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me, Windows 98 compatible) or Mac (OS X, version 10.4.x or later).
Search ALL FAQ's
Q: What is the difference between the XGC and the XGC+?
A:
The XGC+ is preloaded with front, center, back of the green distances and custom points (hazards) for courses throughout the United States and Canada. The XGC+ also has additional enhanced features such as auto-course recognition, auto-hole advance and a driving range mapping tool.
Q: How do I register my GPS+ rangefinder?
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Within 45 days of purchase, go to iGolf.com to register your XGC+, which will update the preloaded GPS course data and load any new courses that have been recently added to the iGolf database. Registration is free and will only take a few minutes.
If a unit that has not been registered is powered on 45 days or more after the first GPS fix, it will not function and display a prompt to register online (which will restore it to normal operation).
Using the provided cable,
1. Connect one end to the mini USB port on the front of your GPS+ rangefinder and attach the other end to a USB port on your computer. The display will indicate “USB Mode” and your computer will recognize it as a standard USB mass storage device (no driver is required).
2. Go to http://www.iGolf.com, select ‘Join Now’, enter the requested information and select the ‘Join Now’ button to continue. Create your iGolf.com profile and select the ‘Save’ button. While on the My Profile page, select the ‘Sync Device’ button to register your GPS+ rangefinder.
Once your GPS+ rangefinder has been registered, you may have occasions in the future when you want to update the GPS data for an existing course, or download a brand new course. This can be done easily at anytime. First make sure your GPS+ rangefinder is connected to the computer, and that you are logged in to your iGolf.com account. Then, simply click the ‘Sync Device’ button-this will download all updated and new course data to your GPS+ rangefinder.
If a unit that has not been registered is powered on 45 days or more after the first GPS fix, it will not function and display a prompt to register online (which will restore it to normal operation).
Using the provided cable,
1. Connect one end to the mini USB port on the front of your GPS+ rangefinder and attach the other end to a USB port on your computer. The display will indicate “USB Mode” and your computer will recognize it as a standard USB mass storage device (no driver is required).
2. Go to http://www.iGolf.com, select ‘Join Now’, enter the requested information and select the ‘Join Now’ button to continue. Create your iGolf.com profile and select the ‘Save’ button. While on the My Profile page, select the ‘Sync Device’ button to register your GPS+ rangefinder.
Once your GPS+ rangefinder has been registered, you may have occasions in the future when you want to update the GPS data for an existing course, or download a brand new course. This can be done easily at anytime. First make sure your GPS+ rangefinder is connected to the computer, and that you are logged in to your iGolf.com account. Then, simply click the ‘Sync Device’ button-this will download all updated and new course data to your GPS+ rangefinder.
Q: Why do I need to register my GPS+ rangefinder?
A:
It is important to register your GPS+ rangefinder so that you can receive any software updates and course updates that have occurred since your device was manufactured.
Q: Are there fees to download courses with the XGC+?
A:
There are no fees to download courses or course images with the XGC+.
Q: The GPS+ rangefinder did not locate my course automatically?
A:
1- There are “not enough satellites”.
You will want to move to a clear, unobstructed view of the sky (i.e. no trees, buildings or objects that might interfere with GPS satellite strength). The time required to acquire satellites may increase to 5-10 minutes for first use or if the GPS+ rangefinder has not been used for an extended period of time.
2- You can manually search for the course. See “How do I manually search for a course?” FAQ.
3- The course map is not in the device. You can visit http://igolf.com/course/advanced_search.html to determine if it is available for download. If so, you will want to add it to your device.
You will want to move to a clear, unobstructed view of the sky (i.e. no trees, buildings or objects that might interfere with GPS satellite strength). The time required to acquire satellites may increase to 5-10 minutes for first use or if the GPS+ rangefinder has not been used for an extended period of time.
2- You can manually search for the course. See “How do I manually search for a course?” FAQ.
3- The course map is not in the device. You can visit http://igolf.com/course/advanced_search.html to determine if it is available for download. If so, you will want to add it to your device.
Q: How do I manually search for a course?
A:
Select Play Golf from the Main Menu. If you do not have a satellite signal you will press NEXT. Then MANUAL SEARCH and press OK/SHOT, then enter the name of the state using the UP/DOWN buttons. Select DELETE and press OK/SHOT if you make a mistake. If you get multiple results, select the state from the list and press OK/SHOT, then enter the course name (at least the first few letters. When finished, select “SEARCH” and press OK/SHOT. You should then be able to select the course from the search results.
Q: Which golf courses come pre-loaded on my Bushnell GPS+ rangefinder?
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Over 16,000 US and Canadian golf courses are pre-loaded.
Q: How can I tell which golf courses are pre-loaded on my Bushnell GPS+ rangefinder?
A:
You can search iGolf.com, http://igolf.com/course/advanced_search.html, to determine what is loaded on your GPS+ rangefinder. Any courses found on the iGolf.com database should be pre-loaded on your GPS+ rangefinder.
Q: Can I download international courses?
A:
Yes, you can manually download courses directly from iGolf.com to your GPS+ rangefinder. Refer to the user manual for detailed instructions.
Q: What does my iGolf membership give me access to?
A:
You will have access to all of the benefits available from iGolf.com including the ability to download new courses, sync your device and receive software updates.
Q: Why do I need an iGolf membership?
A:
You are provided a free membership to iGolf.com. You need this to sync/register your device, download new courses and receive software updates. Note- You are not required to log into iGolf.com after you register your device for the first time. You will always have access to the courses on your device and new courses from iGolf.com.
Q: What course/distance information is provided?
A:
The device is embedded with front, center, back of the green distances and custom point (hazards) for every available course in the United States and Canada. You have the ability to download up to 50 full color course maps during the first 12 months after you register your device.
Q: Am I able to use the device without a computer?
A:
Yes, you can use the device out of the box without a computer. However, you will need to connect to a computer in order to register the device with iGolf.com within 45 days of first use for updated course information.
Q: Do I need a sync application to load courses on my device?
A:
No, you do not need to download sync software or install drivers to load courses onto your device for your device. You will want to make sure that you have the most up to date version of Java found at www.Java.com.
Q: How do I locate a golf course on iGolf.com?
A:
There are many places to search for golf course information on iGolf.com. The easiest way to locate a course is to visit the homepage of iGolf.com, and enter the golf course name in the search bar at the top of the screen.
Q: How do I download golf course files from iGolf.com?
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To download a single course or course maps to your device, log in to iGolf.com, search for the course, select the correct course and with your device plugged into the computer select the "Download Scorecard and GPS" button. The course will be added to your device.
Q: How do I update course information on my device?
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Updating course information on your device occurs during a full sync. To perform a full sync connect your device to the computer, log in to iGolf.com and visit the "My Profile" page. Select the "Sync Device" button and all front, center, back and custom point data will be updated on your device as well as handicap and score syncing. The full sync should only take a few minutes depending on how many files need to be updated.
Q: What is the maximum number of course maps that can be loaded on the device?
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You can load up to 50 course maps on your device.
Q: How many rounds should the battery last?
A:
Under normal conditions, a full charge should last three average rounds of golf (Approx 16 hrs).
Q: How do I locate and manually download a golf course from iGolf.com?
A:
1. Log into your iGolf account
2. Click on the “GPS Courses” tab
3. At the bottom right, “Search for Golf Course GPS Files” input one or two keywords within the course name
5. Use “Golf Courses ” tab if necessary to narrow search results
6. Select course from list of results and click “Download GPS and Scorecard”
7. You may have to enter a security password that will be on the screen. After you have entered the security password you will need to select “Download GPS & Scorecard” again. The golf course will now be saved to your device.
2. Click on the “GPS Courses” tab
3. At the bottom right, “Search for Golf Course GPS Files” input one or two keywords within the course name
5. Use “Golf Courses ” tab if necessary to narrow search results
6. Select course from list of results and click “Download GPS and Scorecard”
7. You may have to enter a security password that will be on the screen. After you have entered the security password you will need to select “Download GPS & Scorecard” again. The golf course will now be saved to your device.
Q: What do the provided custom point abbreviations stand for?
A:
LFB - Left Fairway Bunker
MFB - Middle Fairway Bunker
RFB - Right Fairway Bunker
LFW - Left Fairway Water Lay Up
LFWC - Left Fairway Water Carry
MFW - Middle Fairway Water Lay Up
MFWC - Middle Fairway Water Carry
RFW - Right Fairway Water Lay Up
RFWC - Right Fairway Water Carry
FGB - Front Green Bunker
RGB - Right Green Bunker
LGB - Left Green Bunker
BGB - Back Green Bunker
RGW - Right Green Water
FGWC - Front Green Water Carry
FGW - Front Green Water Layup
LGW - Left Green Water
BGW - Back Green Water
CRK - Creek Lay Up
CRKC - Creek Carry
EOF - End of Fairway
CSTM - Custom Point
MFB - Middle Fairway Bunker
RFB - Right Fairway Bunker
LFW - Left Fairway Water Lay Up
LFWC - Left Fairway Water Carry
MFW - Middle Fairway Water Lay Up
MFWC - Middle Fairway Water Carry
RFW - Right Fairway Water Lay Up
RFWC - Right Fairway Water Carry
FGB - Front Green Bunker
RGB - Right Green Bunker
LGB - Left Green Bunker
BGB - Back Green Bunker
RGW - Right Green Water
FGWC - Front Green Water Carry
FGW - Front Green Water Layup
LGW - Left Green Water
BGW - Back Green Water
CRK - Creek Lay Up
CRKC - Creek Carry
EOF - End of Fairway
CSTM - Custom Point
Q: How do I change holes on the Bushnell XGC+?
A:
The XGC+ will automatically advance to the next hole as you move around the course, but you can manually select a different hole than the current one at any time by pressing the Right (next) or Left (previous) toggle pad buttons.
Q: Is the Bushnell GPS+ rangefinder waterproof?
A:
The Bushnell GPS+ rangefinder is weather and water resistant. Light or brief exposure to water will not affect the performance of the device. The Bushnell GPS+ rangefinder should not be submerged under water.
Q: How accurate is my Bushnell GPS+ rangefinder?
A:
The GPS+ rangefinder is extremely accurate and distances are usually within (+/- 2 yards).
Q: How can I modify GPS points during a round of golf?
A:
During play, while in Play Golf mode, press the Menu button. Select ‘Map Golf Hole’, highlight the point you would like to modify and press OK button. Go to the location selected and press OK button. Once the point has registered, highlight the save button and press OK. Repeat for other points if desired.
Q: What if my golf course updates the course, can I update my GPS+ rangefinder?
A:
Yes, if your golf course updates anything on the course, we will need to forward that information to courseupdate@l1inc.com, once the golf course is updated in the iGolf database you will be able to re-download the new course information. You can also map any points of interest to immediately update your device.
Q: What version of Java do I need for the GPS+ rangefinder?
A:
In order to successfully register your device or download courses for your Bushnell GPS, you will need to make sure you are running the most current Java version. You can visit http://www.java.com to download the latest software.
Q: Can I use an Intel Mac?
A:
If you have a Mac OS X 10.6 or higher with Intel processor you will be able to install the
Sync application to download golf courses and transfer them to the golf GPS.
Q: How do I power on/off the XGC+?
A:
To power ON the device, hold “PWR” button down for 3-5 seconds until you see the Bushnell welcome screen appears. If the device does not power on after 5 seconds, battery may be drained and you should attach power cable and try again. To power OFF the device, hold button down for 3-5 seconds until screen goes blank. If the device does not turn off after 5 seconds, remove the battery.
Q: How do I report an error in course data?
Q: The device is not recognized when I perform a sync device
A:
Check to make sure you have the most current version of Java.
To check this you can go to: Start Menu- Control Panel- Java Icon. Once the Java Application is open you can go to About. The most current version, as of December 2010, is Version 6 Update 22.
If you do not have this version please go to www.java.com to install the newest update.
Q: My XGC+ is not receiving a GPS signal
A:
Make sure that you have a clear view of the sky, if there is not a clear view the unit may have difficulty connecting to the satellite signal. If there is no signal after 10+ minutes, you will want to reset the unit. Disconnect the battery and re-connect it. If the GPS is still not receiving satellite reception please contact Bushnell Golf at golfgps@bushnell.com
Q: How do I know if my golf course is available for the XGC+?
A:
After locating a golf course at iGolf.com there will be descriptions of which course maps are available:
Front/Center/Back: Available If this state’s Available it will have the measurements for the front/center/back of the green. This information is pre-loaded.
Custom Points: Available If this state’s Available it will have the measurements for the Hazards on the golf course. This information is pre-loaded.
Course Image: Available If this state’s Available it will have the golf course image for each individual green. This information is not pre-loaded.
Front/Center/Back: Available If this state’s Available it will have the measurements for the front/center/back of the green. This information is pre-loaded.
Custom Points: Available If this state’s Available it will have the measurements for the Hazards on the golf course. This information is pre-loaded.
Course Image: Available If this state’s Available it will have the golf course image for each individual green. This information is not pre-loaded.
