Forum: Home Simulators - Hardware

I understand p3pro has a new grass top upgrade called the II which is supposed to be softer and give you the feel of hitting a divot. Has anyone here have the new grass top and can give their opinions? thanks dave

Hi all, I'm new to the world of golf sims however after the amount of reading I've done these last few weeks (mostly on this wonderful forum) I feel like I've gained a hell of a lot of knowledge. Despite this I'd still like a bit of input from the community as regards to the 3 options I've...

I have an area in my new garage that I am dedicating for a simulator. I have about 15 feet of depth to play with, but, my question is, has anyone built a partially disappearing floor? One that can be slid into, like a drawer, or folded over when I am not golfing so that I can reclaim about half...

I know there are a number of threads on here regarding projectors, but I was wondering if I could get some input regarding an HD projector issue. I'm looking for a projector which can pull double duty for a true HD home theatre as well as a golf simulator. Golf simulator wise I'm looking for a...

Hi Guys, I have a “new” old Vector Pro (with manual lens) in a very well light controlled indoor environment. The problem that I have with the unit is with its microphone. The software vector pro 2.11 strongly recommend using the default sensitivity (in advanced mode) setting. For me that...

Hi, I have GC2 and I read from the web someone saw a GC2 in golf shop can measure swing speed without hmt unit. Is it possible?

Anyone have a recommendation for a camera that can be connected to my PC so I can film my golf swing. I have cameras that I use for family movies, but I need something that is more wide angle because when filming front on swings I only have a limited amount of space to back up the camera. I have V1...

Foresight has just posted the software for the GC2 need to think about the computer now. I have an Asus EP121 but Intel graphics may not be enough to run software, and it would be good just to walk in and push the on buuton. I am thinking of buying a laptop such as ...

Anyone buy the GC2 cradle from Foresight? If so how thick is the aluminum it's made of? I was thinking of making one myself as it looks kind of flimsy on their website. Any thoughts?

I just noticed this mentioned in an old thread. Has anyone here used one of these? It looks interesting, but other than the product description and a couple of commercial reviews in trade magazines, I haven't found any "real world" evaluations on it. ...

Well looks like fall is here in Alberta and still no sim installed. Was on here all last year with the same old question. Which sim? Well I am back with that same question. I have everything ready to go in my sim room but the hardware and software to complete it. Was waiting for Simtech but looks...

I was looking at your old picture of the garage after the set up was complete. I see a black garage door opener not too far from the screen. How did you manage to mount projector behind it without casting shadow?

I just came across this idea of building a golf simulator, when I found the OptiShot. Now I'm trying to cost everything out. I'm realizing a projector could be a significant investment. I'm not looking for top of the line HD. I just really want a decent projector that will do the job. I can...

Hi All, I'm in the process of setting up my first golf sim and need some ideas on flooring options. I'm building my sim on the 3rd floor(top floor) of a cement building and I'm a bit worried about the sound transmitting to the unit below. My first idea was 1" foam gym matting with astro turf...

I have looked again at Corys video of the AG curved screen and the info on their website; aG SimSurround Curve – A dramatic enhancement to the immersive experience available on aboutGolf simulators, the SimSurround Curve takes the aboutGolf-invented, triple-screen, wrap-around original version...

Does anyone have any experience with these indoor putting systems? I'm hoping to have the area between the stance mat and impact screen setup for putting practice, or if that's not realistic, at least have a high quality putting surface for winter practice. My main goal having a realistic...

Four questions for those of you with small rooms, or who use memory foam mattresses. 1. The usual distance between hitting screen and back wall is around 15 inches. If using memory foam can this be reduced? How low can you go? 2. How thick is your memory foam? 3. How have you attached the...

I am looking for a small portable simulator that may be the net return simulator series. The dimensions are 8 X 8 X 4. What size hitting matt should I get? Do the balls shoot off of the screen or just drop down? I know this has been asked before...what hitting matt do you recommend for the...

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Trying to identify the best option for an indoor impact screen that allows for a clear projection, can withstand the force of foam golf balls -- and can be 'whisked' away at the request of the wife. Does anyone use a pulldown/standard movie projector screen? Any/all creative recommendations...

Hi all, first post here am based in the uk so we don't require the Simulators quite so much (although really like the idea) as we can play pretty much 365 days a year but I'm still very much a lover of stats and all things stats. so after a couple of glasses of vino and much reading of these...

I'm currently talking deals with someone for E6 full with 83 courses, trugolfs 3 row floor sensor and microphone for ball tracking, he claims he will through in the new trugolf 2 and 1 row sensor instead of the 3 row for an additional $400, can;t find any info on this 2 and 1 row sensor, does...

I want to have at least 1 camera recording my swing when I use my gc2 set-up. Was at a golftec today and was amazed by what they had for this. Basically it is always recording and a microphone picks up the ball strike and it automatically pulls up that swing. The best part was big plastic buttons...

Hey guys, would appreciate some input regarding the various advantages and disadvantages of the respective systems. Thanks.

Finally I've decided to pull the trigger on a ProTee system, in the end the righty lefty issue for general play weighed heavily into the decision, plus I figure I can always add a launch monitor at a later date, when and if they ever become more affordable. Any hoo... does anyone have any...

I just finished the home practice studio, with the net up, truestrike mat in place and 65" flat screens on the walls i'm ready to purchase the gc2 launch monitor. the only question i have is after dropping about 8.5k on the gc2 and software am i going to have an outdated system, are there any news...

I have been away for a bit. What is the current price for a HMT to connect to the GC2. I am hoping they are a bit cheaper so I can make the plunge! Thanks!

I know this has been addressed previously but I can not find it......has anyone tried an alternate turf for the DD/Optishot system? I am speaking with HQ about it but I would appreciate any feedback/suggestions/etc. FYI, I am on my third piece of turf and I even reinforce the edge with epoxy...

On the topic of screens... A lot of light passes through my impact screen (it's a one piece one I got from Cory). If I look behind it, you can see the whole image has actually passed through and is hitting the black canopy behind it. The thing I wonder is how much that affects the brightness...

I was checking to see what impact screen is now the favorite? I started with vinyl and am now ready to upgrade.....I am using vga benq graphics so perhaps I don't need to go to crazy?? Also interested in 'wrappin' the sides with netting to avoid rebound chasing! About a year ago, Cory was...

Hey guys. So i'm going to attempt a small live outdoor putting green...I know its difficult but I want to attempt anyway. I have the seed and know the base, but what i'm looking for is the sand mixture and where to get it. For those who don't know bent grass grows on a 90-10 sand peat mixture. Does...

Can anybody tell me if the camera for auto-focusing and the automatic leveller on the X2 complete model are absolutely necessary? The X2 basic model is about $2000 cheaper and does not have these two features. I live in Australia. A dealer over here is offering a new X2 basic model and new 16G...

Hi, I'm wondering what everyone here thinks about the importance of club data for working on your swing with a launch monitor/simulator? Assuming you have own a monitor with good accuracy for ball data (either a good doppler system or a good camera-based one) then how much marginal benefit do...

Hey guys, I am looking to put a golf simulator in my basement and have been reading a lot of the forums and doing a lot of research and think the GSA is a good way to go for spending approx. 10k. What are the best models or sensors and cameras to go with. I live in Syracuse and with golf only a few...

Hello all, I have been lurking around for the last few weeks trying to figure out how to setup my own simulator. After reading many helpful post, I am almost ready to start putting it all together. I already have an optishot, BenQ MX810st, and 8' of screen material from Cory. I am setting this...

So, I want to run something by all of you and get some input. I would like to know how many of you are using the keystone feature on your projectors in your simulator setup. This is what I would like to know: 1) What projector are you using? 2) What resolution are you running? 3) Are you...

I've done a lot of reading here as I plan my sim set up. I've come to choosing either of the following: ProTee Sim: Pros: -easy for lefties and righties -cost effective -good club feed back -easy to use Cons: -no accurate spin rates

What projectors are you guys looking at to take advantage of the 4K graphics with the new FSX software?