© 2012-2013 Foresight Sports
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Thank you for choosing the GC2 by Foresight Sports.
We listened to what you wanted - and created the most
versatile, mobile, and accurate ball flight analysis
solution available today.
The GC2 has been designed to provide you with years
of incredible performance. From range practice to full
immersion simu lation, wheth er for educati on or
entertainment, the GC2 will truly change your game.
This user manual will help you better understand the
proper set-up, operation, and care of your new GC2.
Please read it carefully and refer to it should an issue arise
during use. If you need more assistance, please contact
our customer service team for prompt personal attention.
Welcome to the revolution.
THIS FORESIGHT SPORTS GC2 SMART CAMERA SYSTEM
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
GC2 Smart Camera
System
Power Adapter/Cable
Input 100-240VAC/50-60 Hz
Output 15VDC/2.4 Amps
Spare Flash Module
USB Cable
Feature Overview
tracking cameras
interchangeable
fl ash module
audio speaker
audio line out
LCD wire stand
USB port
LCD display
accessory port
power port
foot stand
LEFT SIDE VIEW
RIGHT SIDE VIEW
CONTROL PANEL VIEW
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LCD wire stand used to adjust the viewing angle of the display screen
Audio Speaker provides audio announcement of launch data
Power Port connector for the power adapter (supplied) to recharge
the batter or to operate on external power
Audio Volume turns sound on/off and adjusts volume to three levels:
low, medium and high
USB Port connector for USB cable (supplied) to connect to
external PC (optional)
Tracking Cameras high speed optical cameras for ball placement
and tracking
Power Button turns the device on/off
LED indicator indicates whether a ball is outside of the hitting zone
(blinking red) or within the hitting zone
(constant green)
Audio Line Out connector to enable external, amplifi ed speaker connection
Key
Keys
Key
used to navigate and select display options
Foot Stand must be fully deployed (rotated) to ensure the device
is properly positioned; also serves as a latch to secure
the device in the closed (folded) position
Display Backlight illuminates the display for better viewing in low light
situations
Accessory Port used for factory troubleshooting
Flash Module replaceable high intensity strobe light for tracking
LED indicator
power button
back key
cursor keys
enter key
display backlight
audio volume
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LCD Display displays ball placement graphic, ball fl ight data
and other user information
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Getting Started
OPENING THE GC2
Deploy the foot stand by rotating it 180 degrees until it is directly
below the base of the GC2. Be sure to rotate stand until it comes
to a stop. Open the top of the device by rotating top cover back
until it comes to a stop.
ELEVATING THE DISPLAY SCREEN (OPTIONAL)
The Display Screen may be raised by pushing it upward and
deploying the wire stand behind it. Press the screen upward by
extending your index fi nger through the opening in the bottom
of the device to raise the screen. Release the wire stand from
the top of the Display Screen and rotate it downward, placing the
wire elbows in one of the three sets of indents in the bottom of
the device.
TURNING POWER ON / OFF
To turn power on, press and release the Power Button key.
When the power button is pressed to turn the GC2 ON,
the LED near the keypad will turn green. Software and
hardware versions of the GC2 will be momentarily displayed.
The LE D in dicator wil l b link red and disp lay the bal l
placement graphic to indicate the GC2 is ready to track
a shot as soon as a golf ball is placed within the fi eld of view.
To turn power off, press and release the Power Button key again.
The device will initiate its shutdown sequence, and the display
screen will read “GC2 Now Shutting Down.”
Your new GC2 Smart Camera System was provided
FULLY CHARGED and ready for use.
PLEASE FULLY USE THE FIRST CHARGE ON THE DEVICE
PRIOR TO CHARGING WITH THE PROVIDED POWER CORD
AND ADAPTER.
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PLEASE NOTE:
Raising the Display Screen
improves the viewing angle and
reduces glare outdoors.
NOTE:
Make sure the top is completely
rotated to insure proper operation.
Selecting System Options
Once the GC2 is ON and has fully completed its boot-up sequence,
the player’s preferred SYSTEM OPTIONS can be changed.
To begin, select the “OK” Button on the front LCD Panel.
NAVIGATING THE SYSTEM OPTIONS SCREEN
The system options menu should now appear on the LCD
screen.
NOTE:
CHANGING THE CURRENT SYSTEM SETTING
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SYSTEM OPTIONS
Velocity Unit
Distance Unit
Ball Spin Mode
About...
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To select an option, use the UP or
DOWN ARROW keys.
The selected option will be
highlighted as shown.
The “About” Option can be selected
to view the device’s fi rmware software
version and battery charge information.
To change the current setting of
the selected option, press the
OK key until the desired setting
appears.
With the desired settings selected,
simply select the BACK button to
return to the ball-fi nd/play mode.
VELOCITY UNIT
MPH (Miles per Hour)
M/S (Meters per Second)
KPH (Kilometers per Hour)
DISTANCE UNIT
YDS (Yards)
FT (Feet)
MTS (Meters
BALL SPIN MODE
Total
Back
SYSTEM OPTIONS
Velocity Unit
Distance Unit
Ball Spin Mode
About...
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SYSTEM OPTIONS
Velocity Unit
Distance Unit
Ball Spin Mode
About...
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TOTAL
OPTIONS CHART
Selecting the BACK button
will return you to ball-fi nd/
play mode at any time.
NOTE:
displays velocity in: displays distance in: displays spin values of:
Your new settings have
been saved and will now be
displayed during play.
Ball Placement and Hitting
Ball Placement
The GC2’s on-screen placement aid displays the hitting zone
relative to the GC2. The ball must be placed within this hitting
zone to correctly track the ball in fl ight. The display will also
show the position of the ball if there is a ball in the camera’s
fi eld of view. The LED indicator will blink red if there is no ball
within the hitting zone, or if a ball is not being identifi ed within
the hitting zone.
When the ball is properly placed
within the hitting zone, the LED
indicator turns green and the
launch monitor is ready for a
shot to be hit.
Hitting a Shot
Once the ball is placed within the hitting zone and the LED
indicator has turned green, a shot may be hit. Upon launch,
the GC2 will capture images of the ball in fl ight, calculate and
display the launch parameters. If sound is enabled, the launch
parameters will also be announced audibly.
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FLASHING RED LED
indicates no ball or
ball out of hitting zone.
Ball placement will be
indicated with a solid circle
on the screen.
SOLID GREEN LED
indicates ball inside
of hitting zone.
LOOKING FOR A BALL
GC2
Ball-fi nd display on LCD
LOOKING FOR A BALL
GC2
Ball-fi nd display on LCD
Safety Instructions
Please read the safety and warning information below before operating
your new GC2 smart camera system:
If foreign objects or water has entered the device, disconnect the
device from external power and turn the power off.
Continued use in this state can cause fi re or electric shock.
DO NOT disassemble, change or attempt to repair the device.
This could result in electric shock and will void the manufacturer’s
warranty. If the fl ash module needs to be replaced, follow the
directions provided in this user manual.
DO NOT use this device in environments where high humidity,
smoke or dust is present.
To avoid possible injury, DO NOT look directly at the device while
the fl ash is in use.
The GC2 has been designed to withstand ball impact. However,
if the device enclosure or LCD display has been damaged due
to a ball impact or for any other reason, turn power off and
discontinue use.
Use only the power adapter that came with the device. Using any
other power adapter or charger may cause damage to the GC2 or
battery, and may cause fi re or injury.
Unless directly authorized by Foresight Sports, DO NOT attempt
to replace the battery in the device. Doing so will void all
warranties, and may cause injury. For battery replacement
authorization and instruction, please contact Foresight Sports.
The GC2 uses two digital cameras that are precisely calibrated.
Do not drop or subject the device to any impacts that may
cause shock.
After use, always store the GC2 in a safe, dry, and dust-free
environment.
Replacing the Flash Unit
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The GC2 has a replaceable fl ash unit installed. Depending on usage, this
unit should operate reliably for one to two years. If the fl ash unit requires
replacement, it can be easily removed and replaced.
To replace the fl ash unit:
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Using a fl at head screwdriver (not provided),
loosen the two screws connecting the fl ash
unit to the device housing until the screws
spin freely.
NOTE: Screws are attached to the
removable fl ash unit. DO NOT attempt
to pull screws out by themselves.
Make sure LCD screen is fully lowered into
base prior to removing fl ash unit.
Once both screws spin freely, grab both
screws fi rmly and gently pull fl ash unit from
housing. If necessary, pull against screws in
an alternating pattern to free fl ash unit
from device.
Align new fl ash unit with attached screws to
device housing. MAKE SURE PINS ON BACK
OF FLASH UNIT ARE PROPERLY ALIGNED
WITH PIN RECEPTACLES IN DEVICE. Gently
but fi rmly insert fl ash unit into housing.
Secure new fl ash unit by
tightening both screws
until snug.
DO NOT
OVER-TIGHTEN
SCREWS.
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New fl ash modules may be
purchased by contacting your
Foresight Sports retailer
or representative today.
Need a new flash?
The battery in your GC2 has been designed to provide safe, reliable operation.
However, the life of your GC2 battery and its ability to hold an adequate
charge is dependent upon a regular routine of fully discharging and recharging
the battery. Without regularly performing this discharge/recharge routine,
the GC2’s battery life expectancy can be compromised signifi cantly.
Connecting the GC2 Recharging the GC2
Storing the GC2
IMPORTANT!
To in su re un in ter ru pt ed p erf or ma nce a nd lo ng -t er m u se o f you r GC 2,
please follow these best practices when connecting power, accessory
or USB cables to the device:
Prior to storing your GC2, always make sure the device is powered off and
properly closed and latched. Foresight Sports strongly recommends storing
the GC2 in a cool, dry environment in its original foam-lined box to prevent
damage.
Carefully plug power cord,
accessory or USB cable into the
device BEFORE powering on the
unit and beginning use.
Make sure the smaller connection
on the USB cable is the one inserted
into the device.
DO NOT plug the power cord,
accessory or USB cable into the
device AFTER powering on the
unit and beginning use.
DO NOT attempt to close the GC2
while the USB cable is still inserted.
This may cause severe damage to
both the cable and the device.
DO DO NOT
Please use the power adapter provided to charge the GC2.
The GC2’s NiMH battery requires 4 hours to fully recharge.
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Always disconnect cables
before closing device.
Failure to abide by this routine may cause the battery to lose its ability to
recharge or hold an adequate charge, and will require replacement at the
customer’s expense.
Your GC2 battery should be fully discharged and
recharged at least once a month. This includes
batteries in storage, as well as batteries on GC2
units operating on continuous AC power.
Troubleshooting
Guide
Encountering an issue? Use this
troubleshooting guide to help diagnose
and resolve the problem.
For additional troubleshooting assistance,
please go to
www.foresightsports.com.
The device will
not power on
The ball placement
aid is not appearing
on the LCD display
• Ensure the battery is charged up. First, test
with the device plugged into the charger and
make sure it comes on. If it does, then let
the battery charge up for a minimum of
4 hours before running on batteries.
• If the device does not power up while plugged
into the charger, verify that the correct
charger is being used (15V output, minimum
of 36W).
• If the charger is the correct one, and the
device still does not power up, please go to
www.foresightsports.com for details on how
to return for repair.
• The placement aid is visible only when the
light is fl ashing red, and a ball is recognized
in the area of the launch monitor.
• If the light is green, then a ball is ready to
be struck, and the previous shot results are
displayed.
• If there is no ball in the camera’s view, then
the previous shot results are displayed.
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The device does
not display
“ready to hit”
(green LED active)
when a ball
is placed in the
hitting zone
The device does not
track ball fl ight
LCD displays a
message on screen
asking me to contact
the factory
Ball strikes may cause severe
damage to the device that require
repair or replacement.
Foresight Sports recommends
the use of a protective cradle
during operation.
The device
appears to display
inaccurate data
• Make sure the ball is visible by the
cameras (i.e. no deep grass, etc.).
• Confi rm the ball is appearing within
the hitting area on the LCD display.
• Make sure the foot stand is completely
deployed.
• Make sure the top of the device (where cameras are located) is fully opened.
• Verify the fl ash is operating when a ball
is struck. This may be diffi cult to observe
by the hitter - a separate observer is
recommended to watch the fl ash while
the hitter strikes the ball.
• If the fl ash is non-operational, please
refer to this manual for replacement
instructions.
• Make a copy of the message, and call
Foresight Sports customer support
for further assistance.
• Make sure the foot stand is completely
deployed.
• Make sure the top of the device where tracking cameras are located is fully opened.
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IMPORTANT
We’re here to help. For product related issues or
questions, please contact our customer support
team at 858.880.0179 or online at
support@foresightsports.com
Questions?
Product Specifi cations
TECHNOLOGY:
GC2 Dimensons
Weight:
Data Interface:
Battery:
Measured Data:
Calculated Data:
CAPTURE RANGE:
Ball Speed:
Distance:
Launch Angle:
2.0 - 200.0+ mph
8 inches - 500+ yds
70.0 degrees
+/- 0.2 degrees
+/- 0.5 mph
+/- 50 rpm
+/- 50 rpm
+/- 1.0 degrees
ACCURACY TOLERANCE:
Vertical Launch Angle
Ball Speed:
Back Spin:
Side Spin:
Azimuth:
Stereoscopic high-speed
digitial camera tracking system.
5.5”W x 10”L x 3”T (Closed)
3.8 lbs (1.7 kg)
USB/Bluetooth
6-8 hour Rechargeable NiMH
Ball Speed, Side spin, Azimuth, Back Spin,
Launch Angle, Total Spin
Carry Distance, Total distance
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© 2012-2013 Foresight Sports
Printed in the USA
www.foresightsports.com
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