Foresight Sports GCHawk DIY Golf Simulator Package

Description

The Foresight Sports GCHawk DIY Golf Simulator Package is the ultimate solution for customizability and affordability in a golf simulator package. The package includes the Foresight Sports GCHawk Launch Monitor, Carl's Place DIY Golf Simulator Enclosure Kit with Premium Impact Screen in your preferred size, and choice of hitting mat and projector.

The GCHawk is ceiling-mounted for an unobstructed playing experience and uses the same quadrascopic camera technology as the GCQuad. It supports both left- and right-handed players seamlessly and is ideal for larger simulator setups. With precise ball and club tracking, multi-sport capability, and immersive simulation software integration, the GCHawk delivers a commercial-grade experience at home.

Features

Cutting-Edge Simulation Technology
The GCHawk utilizes advanced object-sensing and image-capturing technology found in the GCQuad, offering four quadrascopic cameras to capture essential ball and club data.

Expansive Hitting Zone
The GCHawk features an extensive ball-capture range, ensuring that both right and left-handed players can hit shots with complete confidence in the accuracy of their performance data. Building on the legacy of the GC2 and GCQuad, the GCHawk captures shots from every club in your bag—whether it's a driver or a putter.

MultiSport Capable
Immerse yourself in authentic soccer gameplay, including penalty kicks, corner kicks, passing, and free kicks, all within a true-to-life simulator environment. With detailed performance metrics like ball speed, launch angle, and side spin, Skill Drill allows you to refine your skills off the field, ensuring you're game-ready.

Foresight Fairgrounds (included), features nostalgic mini-games like skee ball, darts, and bowling, all included with Skill Drill for extra fun.

Software Included and Simulation Ready
Your purchase includes access to FSX Play, FSX 2020, FSX Pro Performance and Foresight Fairgrounds Software, providing you with access to a full suite of gaming and performance simulation software featuring some of the world’s most iconic golf courses.

What's Included

Foresight GCHawk Launch Monitor
The Foresight Sports GCHawk™ is an overhead launch monitor that provides unparalleled freedom and flexibility. Utilizing the cutting-edge, object-sensing and image-capturing technology found in the GCQuad, the GCHawk seamlessly integrates into both commercial and residential settings.

Track crucial ball and club data metrics captured by four quadrascopic cameras to refine your skills, whether you're a novice or a seasoned player. The GCHawk does not require marked clubs or balls, providing for a seamless user experience.

Carl's Place C-Series DIY Golf Simulator Enclosure Kit with Premium Impact Screen
Offering a seamless, turf-to-screen experience with a borderless bottom, the Carl's Place C-Series DIY Golf Simulator Enclosure Kit with Premium Impact Screen enables you to be fully immersed in your practice sessions. Choose from 6 sizes for maximum customization and to turn virtually any space into a golf simulator studio.

The Black Nylon Enclosure, Steel Corner Fittings, and Ball Bungees with Zip Ties are included with your DIY Enclosure Kit. Add the Carl's Place Pipe Framing Kit, Foam Insert Kit, Safety Baffle, Back Cover Kit, Back Cover Pipe Kit, and Net Wall Extensions to allow for a streamlined assembly process and for an added layer of customization.

Carl's Place HotShot Golf Hitting Mat
Choose from the Carl's Place 4'x9' or 6'x10' HotShot Golf Hitting Mat to complete your practice package. Both the 4'x9' and 6'x10' are designed to accommodate right and left-handed players and feature a hitting strip that allows for swift replacement after you have worn out this section on your mat. Engineered to be joint-friendly and anti-fatigue, the HotShot Hitting Mats enable you to enjoy hours of play without discomfort.

Choice of BenQ Projector
Choose from the BenQ AH700ST (laser-based) or AK700ST (laser-based 4K) Projector depending on your budget. The AH700ST offers 4,000 lumens with automatic adjustment capabilities that quickly align the image to your impact screen, making it perfect for fast and hassle-free golf simulation setups.

Upgrade to the AK700ST to experience 4K graphics and all of the same benefits as the AH700ST including automatic adjustment capability. Both the AH700ST and AK700ST feature a 0.69-0.83 throw ratio that allows the projector to be mounted slightly behind the tee area which is optimal for most standard golf simulator setups.

What's Measured

Ball Data Measured

• Launch Angle
• Side Angle
• Ball Speed
• Total Spin
• Carry, Side Spin/Spin Axis
• Ball Apex
• Ball Descent Angle
• Ball Offline

Club Data Measured

• Club Speed
• Dynamic Loft
• Angle of Attack
• Smash Factor
• Club Path
• Club Face Angle
• Club Face to Path
• Club Lie Angle
• Club Loft Angle
• Impact Point Vertical
• Impact Point Horizontal

Specifications

Foresight GCHawk:

• Technology: Quadrascopic High-Speed Camera System
• Dimensions: 89.1'L x 7.6'H x 6.1'W
• Hitting Zone: 52' x 30'
• Weight: 36 lbs / 16.3 kg

Carl's Place C-Series DIY Enclosure Specifications:

• Depths: Available in 5' standard depth. The enclosure frame's footprint extends ~1 ft behind the screen.
• EMT Requirements: Unless you have purchased the Pipe Framing Kit accessory, you will need to purchase 1-inch EMT (electrical metal tubing) from your local hardware store to complete your frame. Please note, 1-inch EMT is the US trade name of the material, however the true outer diameter is 1.163" or 27mm.

Carl's Place HotShot Golf Hitting Mat:

• 4'x9' HotShot Dimensions: 4'D x 9'L x 1.75"H
• 6'x10' HotShot Dimensions: 6'D x 10'L x 1.75"H
• Hitting Insert Dimensions: 12"W x 30"L x 1.75"H
• Hitting Insert Real Tee Compatibility: Yes
• Pre-Cut Holes for Tee Receivers: Yes

Requirements

GCHawk Space Requirements:

• Mounting Distance from Turf: 9.5' - 10.5'
• Mounting Distance in Front of Tee: 4'
• Recommended Tee to Impact Screen Distance: 10' - 12'

FSX 2020 Minimum Requirements:

• Operating System: 64 Bit Windows 10 or greater (Not Supported: iOS, Linux)
• Processor: 7th Gen or greater Intel i5, i7, and i9 processors (Not Recommended: AMD CPU)
• Memory/RAM: 8GB system memory (Recommended: 16GB+ for Swing Camera/Swing Catalyst use)
• Video Card: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 or greater (Recommended for Quality/Optimal Performance: GeForce RTX 3070ti/3080/3090) (Not Supported: Nvidia Quadro, AMD GPU)

FAQ

• What is included with the Foresight GCHawk DIY Golf Simulator Package?
  Foresight GCHawk Launch Monitor, Carl's Place DIY Golf Simulator Enclosure Kit with Premium Impact Screen, choice of Carl's Place HotShot Golf Hitting Mat, choice of BenQ Projector.
• How far away should I stand from my impact screen?
  For the safety of both the golfer and the screen, we recommend standing a minimum of 10-12 feet away from the screen.
• How much buffer space do I need around my enclosure?
  For Carl's Place DIY Enclosure Kits, we recommend you give yourself an absolute minimum of 2-3 inches buffer space from the height you have available. For width, subtract 4-6 inches from your available space to allow 2-3 inches of clearance on each side. Keep in mind that C-Series enclosures include a rear backset fitting that adds 8.25 inches to the depth, creating a built-in buffer for safety.

• How much space do I need for the enclosure?
  When planning your simulator space, consider several factors including buffer space around walls and ceilings, enclosure footprint, launch monitor requirements, safe golfer distance (10-12 feet from the screen), golfer height, club length, turf thickness, and any nearby furniture or doorways.
• What if the black enclosure material gets hit with a golf ball?
  The black enclosure material isn’t designed to take direct hits, but if a ball bounces off the impact screen and hits the enclosure, you should not experience any issues.
• What pipes do I need to construct the enclosure kit frame?
  DIY Enclosures require 1-inch EMT (Electrical Metal Tubing). You can either add a pre-cut Pipe Framing Kit for DIY Golf Simulator Enclosure to your order or source EMT locally.
• How long does it take to assemble the enclosure?
  Assembly time for DIY Golf Simulator Enclosure Kits is about an hour, depending on size and whether you have a helper. For guidance, refer to our assembly video and manual.
• Where and how should I mount my projector?
  Projector placement depends on your viewable screen dimensions and the throw ratio of your projector. Feel free to reach out to our team so we can provide you with the exact mounting location based upon the enclosure size and projector that you choose. Common mounting options include flush or drop mounts.

Resources

Documents:

• GCHawk User Guide
• Carl's Place C-Series DIY Golf Simulator Enclosure Kit Assembly Instructions & User Manual
• Carl's Place DIY C-Series Enclosure Kit Assembly Instructions & User Manual