How to Pair Garmin Approach S50 with an Android Phone: Step-by-Step Guide

Initial Pairing During Setup

• 💡 Upon turning on a new or factory-reset Garmin Approach S50, you'll see a 'hello' message. Tap the screen to select your preferred language.
• ✅ Confirm your language choice and tap the checkmark to enter pairing mode, which displays a QR code.
• 📱 You'll need to download the Garmin Golf app from the Play Store, ensuring Bluetooth and internet are enabled on your Android phone.

Connecting via the Garmin Golf App

• 📥 Install and open the Garmin Golf app. Log in with your existing Garmin account or create a new one.
• 👤 Navigate to 'Profile' > 'My Devices' and tap 'Add Device', then select the Approach S50.
• ⚙️ Grant the necessary permissions for the app to function correctly with your watch.
• 🤝 The app will detect your watch; tap 'Connected', then 'Pair', and allow notification access to receive phone alerts on your watch.
• 🔒 Configure privacy settings for your activities before completing the sync process.

Pairing Through Watch Settings

• ⌚ If your watch is already set up, ensure the Garmin Golf app is installed and you are logged in.
• 👆 On the watch, press and hold the upper button to open the menu, then select 'Settings'.
• 🔗 Navigate to 'Connectivity' > 'Phone' > 'Pair Phone' to put the watch into pairing mode.
• 📲 Back in the app, tap 'Add Device', select the Approach S50, and tap 'Start' to detect and connect.
• ✅ The process will then follow the same steps as before, confirming the connection and syncing data.
• 🟢 A 'Connected' status on the watch indicates a successful pairing.