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ONPAR GOLF GPS
ONPAR GOLF GPS Overview:
How is OnPar different from a laser rangefinder?
OnPar works on GPS which will show your distance to any point on the course whether you can physically see that point or not. You can just touch any point on the map and get distances to the selected point. Lasers work on objects you can “shoot”. It is difficult to “shoot” water, sand, grass, etc., and therefore laser rangefinders are limited in their targeting ability.
How will OnPar help my golf game?
OnPar provides you with information tailored to you to make the best decisions and lower your score. You can find the distance to any point or layup distance with a single touch. This provides you the information you want instantly without having to walk around looking for yardage markers or pressing a bunch of buttons. Tracking your shots builds a history of your club averages so you can always know which club you should use for a given distance you are trying to hit.
What is the annual membership fee and what are the course download fees?
None, nada, zip, zero. There are NO course map fees. There are NO annual membership fees. When you purchase OnPar, you have access to ALL OnPar courses FREE of charge.
How large is the OnPar unit?
OnPar is about the size of a slim style cell phone (about 4" x 3" x .5", and weighs about 4.5 oz). It’s designed for durability and comfort while maintaining minimal size and weight. It fits easily in your pocket or can be attached to the belt without hindering your swing.
How durable is OnPar?
OnPar is designed to have minimal openings and withstand most of the abuse and weather experienced on a golf course. You still need to take care of it like you would a cell phone. To further increase the level of durability, use the protective skin included with your OnPar.
Is the screen still viewable outdoors in bright sunny conditions? How about low light conditions?
OnPar utilizes advanced LCD technology that makes the screen brighter in direct sunlight. You’ll be able to see OnPar color course maps and distance information even in direct sunlight. OnPar also has a light sensitive backlight that will make OnPar viewable in low light conditions as well.
How long will the OnPar battery last?
The battery in OnPar will last approximately 7-10 hours on a single charge. The Lithium Ion battery can be recharged in approximately 2-3 hours. Battery life can be extended if the user utilizes the “screen lock” function regularly during a golf round.
Is OnPar water resistant?
OnPar is designed to have minimal openings and withstand most of the abuse and weather experienced on a golf course. You still need to take care of it like you would a cell phone. To further increase the level of durability, use the protective skin included with your OnPar.
How accurate is GPS and the OnPar?
US government reports show WAAS corrected GPS to be accurate to less than 3 meters 95% of the time. Independent tests by other agencies have shown WAAS corrected GPS to be even more accurate.
Are all the courses in the US available?
We currently have approximately 4,000 courses available and are continuing to build our course map database. Courses outside the USA are not currently available. We expect to offer International maps in late 2009.
How many courses will OnPar hold?
OnPar can hold at least 300 courses and your personal statistics for each round, on each course. All of this data is safely stored for you at OnParGPS.com. You can add, delete, or update courses on your OnPar at OnParGPS.com.
How are the OnPar course maps made?
OnPar uses high resolution satellite images and proprietary software to render the images for viewing on OnPar. OnPar course maps are accurate, and include a great amount of detail.
Is OnPar pre-loaded with any golf courses?
OnPar does not come pre-loaded with any courses except when purchased at select on course pro shops. You will have access to all OnPar course maps through OnParGPS.com. These courses are FREE for you to download.
Why doesn’t OnPar come with available golf courses pre-loaded?
As courses make changes, OnPar course maps change. Therefore, we provide the user easy access to any OnPar course maps that they choose to download. We are constantly adding new courses and updating courses within the OnPar map database.
Can I use other chargers or accessories with my OnPar?
OnPar chargers and accessories are specifically designed for your OnPar. The use of other chargers (i.e., cell phone or other mini-USB chargers) or accessories may damage your OnPar, and void your warranty.
Where do I find full instructional manual for OnPar?
A copy of the OnPar User Manual and Quick Start Guide comes with each Golf GPS Rental or can be download on our support page.
My screen turns off sometimes. What does this mean?
Your OnPar device has a battery conservation feature that screen locks your OnPar after 3 minutes of non activity. You can always tell if your OnPar device is in screen lock by the power button blinking green. You can resume usage of your OnPar by quickly clicking the power button (Holding the power button for more than 2 seconds will turn off your OnPar). Additionally, you can manually screen lock your OnPar to extend usage time between charges (quickly click the power button to enable the screen lock or resume usage).
Is OnPar Mac compatible?
OnPar is currently only compatible with Windows XP (2000 or later versions) or Windows Vista. Mac availability is coming soon.
OnPar works on GPS which will show your distance to any point on the course whether you can physically see that point or not. You can just touch any point on the map and get distances to the selected point. Lasers work on objects you can “shoot”. It is difficult to “shoot” water, sand, grass, etc., and therefore laser rangefinders are limited in their targeting ability.
How will OnPar help my golf game?
OnPar provides you with information tailored to you to make the best decisions and lower your score. You can find the distance to any point or layup distance with a single touch. This provides you the information you want instantly without having to walk around looking for yardage markers or pressing a bunch of buttons. Tracking your shots builds a history of your club averages so you can always know which club you should use for a given distance you are trying to hit.
What is the annual membership fee and what are the course download fees?
None, nada, zip, zero. There are NO course map fees. There are NO annual membership fees. When you purchase OnPar, you have access to ALL OnPar courses FREE of charge.
How large is the OnPar unit?
OnPar is about the size of a slim style cell phone (about 4" x 3" x .5", and weighs about 4.5 oz). It’s designed for durability and comfort while maintaining minimal size and weight. It fits easily in your pocket or can be attached to the belt without hindering your swing.
How durable is OnPar?
OnPar is designed to have minimal openings and withstand most of the abuse and weather experienced on a golf course. You still need to take care of it like you would a cell phone. To further increase the level of durability, use the protective skin included with your OnPar.
Is the screen still viewable outdoors in bright sunny conditions? How about low light conditions?
OnPar utilizes advanced LCD technology that makes the screen brighter in direct sunlight. You’ll be able to see OnPar color course maps and distance information even in direct sunlight. OnPar also has a light sensitive backlight that will make OnPar viewable in low light conditions as well.
How long will the OnPar battery last?
The battery in OnPar will last approximately 7-10 hours on a single charge. The Lithium Ion battery can be recharged in approximately 2-3 hours. Battery life can be extended if the user utilizes the “screen lock” function regularly during a golf round.
Is OnPar water resistant?
OnPar is designed to have minimal openings and withstand most of the abuse and weather experienced on a golf course. You still need to take care of it like you would a cell phone. To further increase the level of durability, use the protective skin included with your OnPar.
How accurate is GPS and the OnPar?
US government reports show WAAS corrected GPS to be accurate to less than 3 meters 95% of the time. Independent tests by other agencies have shown WAAS corrected GPS to be even more accurate.
Are all the courses in the US available?
We currently have approximately 4,000 courses available and are continuing to build our course map database. Courses outside the USA are not currently available. We expect to offer International maps in late 2009.
How many courses will OnPar hold?
OnPar can hold at least 300 courses and your personal statistics for each round, on each course. All of this data is safely stored for you at OnParGPS.com. You can add, delete, or update courses on your OnPar at OnParGPS.com.
How are the OnPar course maps made?
OnPar uses high resolution satellite images and proprietary software to render the images for viewing on OnPar. OnPar course maps are accurate, and include a great amount of detail.
Is OnPar pre-loaded with any golf courses?
OnPar does not come pre-loaded with any courses except when purchased at select on course pro shops. You will have access to all OnPar course maps through OnParGPS.com. These courses are FREE for you to download.
Why doesn’t OnPar come with available golf courses pre-loaded?
As courses make changes, OnPar course maps change. Therefore, we provide the user easy access to any OnPar course maps that they choose to download. We are constantly adding new courses and updating courses within the OnPar map database.
Can I use other chargers or accessories with my OnPar?
OnPar chargers and accessories are specifically designed for your OnPar. The use of other chargers (i.e., cell phone or other mini-USB chargers) or accessories may damage your OnPar, and void your warranty.
Where do I find full instructional manual for OnPar?
A copy of the OnPar User Manual and Quick Start Guide comes with each Golf GPS Rental or can be download on our support page.
My screen turns off sometimes. What does this mean?
Your OnPar device has a battery conservation feature that screen locks your OnPar after 3 minutes of non activity. You can always tell if your OnPar device is in screen lock by the power button blinking green. You can resume usage of your OnPar by quickly clicking the power button (Holding the power button for more than 2 seconds will turn off your OnPar). Additionally, you can manually screen lock your OnPar to extend usage time between charges (quickly click the power button to enable the screen lock or resume usage).
Is OnPar Mac compatible?
OnPar is currently only compatible with Windows XP (2000 or later versions) or Windows Vista. Mac availability is coming soon.
ONPAR GOLF GPS FEATURES:
OnPar SCREENSHOTS:
OnClub
This feature can be toggled ON/OFF with a simple touch. It displays a club in your GolfBag that has an average yardage closest to the remaining distance from your current position to the green.
OnMark
This feature can be toggled ON/OFF with a simple touch. It enables you to mark a specified point on a hole and always displays your distance from it.
OnShots
This feature can be toggled ON/OFF with a simple touch. This feature displays tracked shots from your previous round on a given golf course.
GolfBag
Takes you to the GolfBag screen for you to touch and assign the clubs in your golf bag.
Setting
Takes you to Settings screen to adjust time zone, measurement units, auto off, calibrate touchscreen, and reset GPS.
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