Tools

These are some common tools used to work on this device. You might not need every tool for every procedure.

Troubleshooting

For more information with regard to common troubleshooting issues, check out the

Troubleshooting page

Background

The Approach S2 is preloaded with over 40,000 golf courses from around the world. It does not matter where in the world you are, all you need is an Approach S2 to point you in the right direction. Compared with the S1, the S2 has a few distinguishing features including the ability to obtain distance information to doglegs and layups, although it lacks the touchscreen the S3 possesses.

Worldwide Courses

The Approach S2 is preloaded with more than 40,000 courses from around the world

Ideal for the local links that are right around the corner or for a new course at your favorite vacation spot

Digital Scorecard

Stop worrying about losing your scorecard and start focusing on your form

The Approach S2 easily keeps track of your score throughout the round

Includes a USB cable so you can connect the watch to your computer to download and print your scorecards

Lock In and Measure Yardage

High-sensitivity GPS receiver shows yardage to the front, middle and back of the green

For the Approach S2 layup and dogleg distances have been included to improve watch usability over the entire hole

For those golfers who prefer to walk instead of ride, the built-in odometer tracks how far you've gone since the start of the round

Smartwatch Capabilities

Has ANT+ connectivity-which allows the user to track metrics such as heart rate, bicycle tire pressure, etc.

The watch is unable to connect to cell phones via Bluetooth, which greatly limits the smart capabilities of the watch.

Identification

The Garmin Approach S2 model name is printed on the back of the watch.

Additional Information

Information about Garmin Approach S2

Review of Garmin Approach S2 Golf GPS Watch

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