What is Apple Watch – Rangefinder Mode? Follow
Rangefinder Only mode allows a user to continue to receive live distances (front, middle & back of the green), "Plays Like" distances, and recommended club (non-tournament mode) while using the iPhone for shot tracking.
Tip: To use Apple Watch in Rangefinder mode, leave the Apple Watch w/shot detection toggled off.
Apple Watch – Rangefinder Mode Features
- GPS – Live distances to the Front, Middle & Back of the green
- Plays Like Distances – GPS distances that leverage wind and elevation (when in non-tournament mode)
- Club Recommendations – Receive club recommendations based on your Smart Distance.
- Putt Editing – Easily one-touch add or delete putt functionality
How do I start a round with the Apple Watch in Rangefinder Mode?
- Open your Arccos Golf, or Arccos Driver, app on your watch and keep illuminated
- Start a round in the Arccos Caddie app on the iPhone and it will automatically sync with your watch
- You will then be 'in-play' and should see distances to the first hole
*For tournament mode make sure the phone is in tournament mode.