GCHawk - Resolving Ball Lock Issue Due to Reflective Surfaces ( Windows / Mirrors / Clothing )

GCHawk - Resolving Ball Lock Issue Due to Reflective Surfaces ( Windows / Mirrors / Clothing )

Reflective Surfaces

 

In some cases the ball will be missed due to reflective surfaces interfering with the data collection.

If you experience: Ball Lock Issue, Missed Shots, No Data. Please see below - 

 

The room in which the device is used should not have overly reflective surfaces.

1. Review your environment for Windows, Mirrors, and other reflective surfaces as these may impact the ability of the device to lock onto the ball or capture data correctly. If you experience issues with this please cover them and test again.

2. Some shoes and clothing have reflective tape or surfaces as well. Be sure to test while wearing different clothing to see if the issue is removed.

 

If you have continued issues please be sure to review the other trouble shooting guides that appear relevant to the issue you are encountering.

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