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GSA Golf develop and manufacture the world's most affordable, yet most advanced and comprehensive
hi-speed camera golf simulator tracking systems on the market today
Technical News
System Updates & Development News
GSA Golf daily updates and news
Hi! I'm Martin Paul Gardiner
Electronics and software development engineer and founder of GSA Golf
Regularly check out my tech news page for all our latest developments and free updates
GSA Golf tech news is updated almost daily!
so make sure to check in for all the latest updates and news regularly
If you have any questions
please feel free to contact me personally anytime from M to F - 12noon to 3pm US ET via e-mail at
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GSA Golf Control Panel (CP) Updates
CP 64 update 10.3.2.3
April 16 11:30 am
Click the above button to download the latest CP 64 update.
This is a fast download and installation,
suitable for most users that have done updates and initial installations within the last year or so.
Click the above button to install the new 64 bit version of the CP
that runs 5 times faster than the older 32 bit version
Don't forget to run the download after it's downloaded!
A number of customers don't realize that a CP update is a dual process
i.e first download and then run the download
Note: updates are only for previous full installations.
You cannot run updated without having first installed the full base version
if you are a new user:
Click the large red button below to install the full version first if you are a new user.
Only download and run the update after downloading and installing the full version if you are a new user
How to install the CP (Control Panel) full version and updates
Try it before you buy it
GSA Golf Control Panel Full version download
The full version VisTrak software can be used to evaluate the system with real time image processing
from sample shot videos sent to us from customers.
Download includes sample shot videos of the SCX, EVi and LX2
Technical Support
April 24 3:20 pm
The new GSA Golf reseller price list now available
We're currently sending these out to over a hundred resellers world-wide.
If you're a golf simulator reseller and didn't receive your copy yet, drop us a line and we'll send it to you.
April 23 1:00 pm
New lower priced SCX Lite
April 21 2:30 pm
We now have a new large selection of full system packages
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LX2 gets a nice new telescopic (hi-end expensive $300) stand and platform for the LX2's top camera and IR Light
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In association with Carl's screens and enclosures, we're now also offering the new Carl's curved screen enclosures
Click above to read more about the new Carl's curved screens and enclosures
New GSA Golf curved screens and enclosures now available as kits
Click above to read more about the new GSA Golf curved screens and enclosures
April 16 4:15 pm
Trump's 145% tariffs on China soon to cause Golf Simulator related products prices to rise.
Not just golf simulator products of course. All prices for all products will rise.
My personal opinion:
As both Trump and China won't be backing down anytime soon, I predict the following worst case scenario:
China will either invade Taiwan or institute a total blockade (sea and air) of all electronic exports from Taiwan to the US.
This will cripple the US economy of course as nearly all cars, planes and all other electronic related manufacturing depend on chips from Taiwan.
Should be interesting to see how this plays out. Especially if China and Russia join forces against the US.
I wouldn't be surprised that there would be major military stand offs in a scenario like this, should this indeed be the case.
Looks like we're in for some pretty rocky times. So hold on to your hats!
April 16 11:30 am
CP 64 update 10.3.2.3
ROI ball position in LX and EVi Vcam cameras set higher to allow for larger ball image sizes
April 15 3:30 pm
VisTrak LX2 Stand replaces the regular LX2
Testing today revealed that the advantages of new LX2 Stand far exceeds any advantages the regular LX2 may have.
As such, the regular LX2 has been discontinued and replaced by the LX2 Stand
For those that find that the top mounted camera and light blocks too much view of the ball on the mat with the regular LX2,
you can now opt for the new LX2 Stand version of the LX2.
In addition to the stand, the LX2 Stand features more powerful 24 LED IR narrow beam lighting
and the camera and lighting is aimed directly down onto the ball on the mat and not at an angle like the regular LX2.
This eliminates skewed views of the ball HLA (path) that have to be software corrected.
i.e. what you see is the exact ball path HLA of the shot.
The LX2 Stand is essentially a portable EVi system that doesn't require that the top camera be mounted on the ceiling.
April 13 12:30 pm
CP 64 update 10.3.2.2
New: Ball speed / Club Speed Smash now displayed in all video and camera panels
Fix: Fluctuating side spin after re-calculating shot video
New: Relative club face to club path angle now displayed in all video and camera panels
Note: When the system is unable to determine side spin from marked balls,
then side spin is calculated from the relative club face angle to path and not just from the face angle itself.
Shot shaping with VisTrak systems
Examples:
1.Draw
If club path is 10 degrees in-to-out and face angle is 5 degrees open, then relative club face angle is -5 degrees closed
which results in a negative side spin and the ball will curve back left after starting off right (i.e. a draw)
2. Pull draw
If club path is 10 degrees in-to-out and face angle is -5 degrees closed, then relative club face angle is -15 degrees closed
which results in a negative side spin and the ball will curve left after starting off left (i.e. a pull-draw)
3. Push
If club path is 5 degrees in-to-out and face angle is 5 degrees open, then relative club face angle is zero degrees
which results in a zero side spin and the ball shot is a straight push right
3. Fade
If club path is 0 degrees and face angle is 5 degrees open, then relative club face angle is +5 degrees
which results in a positive side spin and the ball shot is a curve to the right after starting out straight
3. Push Fade
If club path is 10 degrees in-to-out and face angle is 15 degrees open, then relative club face angle is +5 degrees
which results in a positive side spin and the ball shot is a curve to the right after starting out right
April 11 10:30 am
CP 64 update 10.3.2.1
Fix: Ball spin data not being stored in shot videos correctly
Fix: Relative club face to club path angle no being calculated correctly
New: Improved side spin calculations
April 8 2:40 pm
CP 64 update 10.3.1.8
Fix: Ball spin adjustment slider bar not working in camera panel when using right arrow key
Fix: Possible error in spin calculation causing excessive spin rates
April 7 1:00 pm
Possible 20% increase on some items (like The ProTee VX from Holland and Cameras from China) due to Trump taxes coming up.
April 4 5:20 pm
CP 64 update 10.3.1.7
Fix: Ball spin adjustment slider bar not working in VisTrak Video panel
Fix: Possible error in spin calculation
April 3 3:00 pm
CP 64 update 10.3.1.6
Fix: Ball speed / carry adjust slider not working in camera panel
Correction to club face angle calculations when using club top edge white strips
April 2 8:30 am
New curved screens and curved screen enclosures with pre-cut and curved frame tubing
April 1 12:30 pm
CP 64 update 10.3.1.5
Correction to club face angle calculations when using club top edge white strips
March 31 11:00 am
New GSA Golf enclosure parts selection
New GSA Golf Pro enclosures
GSA Golf Pro enclosure framing
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March 29 11:00 am
New GSA Golf enclosure panels
New GSA Golf screen bumbers
New GSA Golf self standing enclosure range coming tomorrow.
with or without screens - with or without flooring
March 28 1:30 pm
CP 64 update 10.3.1.4
Vast improvements to calculated spin.
Almost identical to measured spin now.
Measured and calculated spin comparison data
Shot Video 187 – GC3 got: 6441 – SCX 6329 rpm - dif: 112 rpm
Shot Video 186 – GC3 got: 5672 – SCX 5809 rpm - dif: 137 rpm
Shot Video 185 – GC3 got: 5976 – SCX 6115 rpm - dif: 139 rpm
Based on the above tests results, we are concluding that there is no significant difference
between measured and calculated ball spin measurements
March 14 10:10 am
CP 64 update 10.2.9.7
New ix camera Swing Capture updates
Foot switch opreation now added for those that wish to manually start and stop the swing capture cameras
Note that the foot switch is assigned to the keyboard's Space bar
Click above image for more details
February 27 3:00 pm
Free wedge stickers now available:
The bright wedge issue:
Currently, it cannot be guaranteed that small chips with bright faced wedges will be detected.
If the issue persists, you'll have to use dark colored wedges or apply the new supplied sticky back matte black stickers to the wedge face.
Above image showing how the wedge looks when the wedge black sticker is applied
Just email us with your address for your free black wedge stickers pack if you didn't already receive them.
February 2712:45 pm
CP 64 update 10.2.8.9
1. Full screen mode
You can now run the CP in full screen mode instead of it being in a window.
Select full screen ON/OFF in the Setup panel (bottom mid screen)
2. Improved club face detection when striking the ball on the club's toe or heel
Click above for all your accessory requirements
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Factory
Based in Naples, Florida,
all GSA Golf products are meticulously assembled and tested by hand to meet the highest industry standards
GSA Golf golf simulator components and kits
CX and Vistrak system components can be used to build the complete GSA Golf golf simulator camera tracking system
at a far lower price than the ready made system prices
Click above to read more about GSA Golf components and kits
The GSA Golf camera tracking software is available to
all OEM golf simulator manufacturers
and/or DIY enthusiasts for just
$ 299.00
Just purchase your own cameras and lighting
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GSA Golf Investment and Reseller Opportunities
Recent customer comments
Hi Martin, I just wanted to drop you a note to say how amazing the new VisTrak camera is.
I am still playing around with the settings and learning but the video capture and being able to see the frame by frame impact is awesome!
I also really like the way you show the ball ready/playback buttons as an overlay on the TGC.
The best part of my day is going to the tech page and seeing your latest updates - keep up the good work!
Richard L. Illinois 12/17/2020
Hi Martin- I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your efforts.
I could have bought any of the expensive and well-known golf simulators, but I’m glad I ultimately took the chance and bought your products.
It wasn’t an easy decision, as it takes a leap of faith to take the road less traveled, but it has made all the difference.
I love that your products are not perfect (no one's are) but that you strive for perfection while pushing innovation.
You’re clearly never satisfied. As soon as you develop a new software feature, or build a new camera system, you're immediately back at it working on the next iteration.
You’re a true inventor and engineer. Almost every day I download the latest beta and see how it enhances the simulation.
It's like Christmas morning everyday.
Sometimes there’s a marked improvement. Sometimes the new feature “breaks” something else.
But over days and weeks, I feel how the collective innovations are improving the overall experience.
Your products aren’t for everyone but they are a clear alternative to the high-margin corporate products that have an arm's length association with their user base.
Buying a GSA product is buying into you and becoming part of your user community.
You listen, you care, and you explore. I know many of us appreciate it but perhaps not enough of us say thanks.
Martin, thank you for an enjoyable and rewarding journey with your products in 2020.
You’ve made a COVID 19 year more endurable.
Eric P. Burien, WA 12/25/2020
Matt P. 1/15/2021
Hello Martin, I have had 2 weeks of excellent play and stability in Eagle Mode! This has been very enjoyable! Matt T.
Matt T. 1/14/2021
Hi Martin, I see your daily updates on the Tech News page and I just want to say thank you for all your hard work and dedication.
Your passion for golf and engineering clearly shows and thank you!
Mike B. 05/03/2021
Thanks Martin……..
I appreciate the excellent customer service and fair pricing! And the very informative website!
Have a great day!
Mike.
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Martin Gardiner
Founder of GSA Golf
These days, when I'm not developing golf simulators, you'll find me in my keyboard music studio
Hi! I'm Martin Paul Gardiner
Electronics and software development engineer and founder of GSA Golf
Regularly check out my tech news page for all our latest developments and free updates
if you have any questions
please feel free to contact me personally anytime from M to F 10am to 3pm US ET
Currently looking into integrating AI technology into GSA Golf tracking systems
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