A WEALTH OF
FEATURES
Shotmaker
provides the features
you would expect of a top-of-the-line
ball machine including:
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Spin
is adjustable from heavy underspin,
to flat, to heavy topspin. |
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Interval
control adjusts the time between
shots from one second to six seconds. |
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Trajectory
is adjustable between
groundstroke and lob. |
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Random
and programmable
oscillator functions. |
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LONG
TERM DURABILITY
The Shotmaker’s case is made of high-impact injection-molded
plastic and powder-coated aluminum for strength and rust resistance. The electric
motors are all commercial grade and maintenance free.
IT'S IN THE DETAILS
Shotmaker also incorporates several distinctive
features to enhance usability:
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A
single electronic panel controls all functions of the
Shotmaker. It is conveniently located at the back of
the machine about waist level to allow operation in a
natural standing position. You can easily dial-in the
tennis shots you want while observing the entire court
in front of you. |
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Four
oversized caster wheels for easy rolling on and off the
court. |
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A
protective all-weather cover is included with each machine
to protect your investment. |
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A
see-through, high-impact plastic cover provides extra
protection for the control panel. |
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STANDARD
MODEL
The Standard model control panel is organized
in two simplified sections.
The left side of the control panel controls the type of shot you want. Individual
dials set Speed, Spin, and the Interval between shots, while simple
switches control Power (On/Off), Elevation (Higher/Lower) and Remote (On/Off).
The right side of the control panel can
be programmed to shoot balls to any
or all of the three positions (A, B, C) shown on the tennis court diagram above
the corresponding switches. For instance, to shoot to positions ‘A’ and ‘C’ only,
push the position ‘A’ and position ‘C’ switches ON, and
leave the position ‘B’ switch OFF. To shoot balls randomly across
the court push
all three position switches to ‘OFF’.
| A two-function wireless remote
control lets you start and stop ball delivery, and control the
side-to-side position of the ball throws. |
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STANDARD
CONTROL PANEL |
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DELUXE MODEL
The
Deluxe model is our most versatile yet easiest-to-use Shotmaker.
Quick Set-up
The Quick Set-up feature of the Deluxe
model
provides one-touch shot selection based on playing
ability. Just push the button corresponding to your
skill level (beginner, intermediate, or advanced),
and the Deluxe model will automatically deliver a
pre-programmed shot to the middle of the court
at an appropriate interval. If you want something other than the pre-programmed
shots,
you can use the Quick
Set-Up buttons as a
convenient starting
point, and then adjust
the shot characteristics
and shot positions with
the easy-touch controls.
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Deluxe model includes Player Mode™ . Player Mode
simulates the shot patterns of
real players, and is described below.
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Easy
Programmability
The Deluxe
model can be programmed to shoot
balls in a pattern of up to six shots
(SHOT 1 thru SHOT 6), with each shot directed to any of seven different court
positions (A, B, C, D, E, F, G) shown on the tennis court diagram, or to a RANDOM
position. If a shot selector switch is set to OFF it will not be included in
the shot pattern. Indicator lights show
the active shot position.
For instance, if you want Shotmaker to shoot one ball wide to your forehand (for
right-handers), then one ball down the middle, followed by a randomly placed
shot, then set the six switches as follows: SHOT 1 to ‘B’, SHOT 2
to ‘D’, SHOT 3 to ‘RANDOM’, and the rest
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DELUXE CONTROL PANEL |
Shot
Program Memory
The Shot Program Memory lets you store shot sequences
for your favorite workouts or drills, and then recall them with the
touch of a button. The Shot Program remembers every setting on the
control panel including Speed, Elevation, Spin, Interval, and Shot
Pattern. You can store up to nine Shot Programs that can be recalled
at any time. This feature is especially useful in situations where
there is more than one user for the machine, as each user can program
in their own favorite
settings.
Two-Function
Remote Control
The
Deluxe model includes a two-function wireless remote control.
The‘ Ball Feed’ button alternately starts and stops
the ball delivery. The
'Oscillator' button alternately starts and stops the shot program.
When the shot program is stopped, Shotmaker throws balls only
to the one position where the program was stopped. |
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SHOTMAKER -
PLAYER MODE
With the push of just one button, Player Mode
(Patented)
simulates
a player on the other side of the net. Just push either the Beginner,
Intermediate, or Advanced buttons,
and Player Mode automatically picks an appropriate speed and
spin, then changes both the side-to-side position and the depth of
shots just like you were playing someone of that ability.
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side-to-side position and depth of each shot are not
simply changed in a random or sweeping motion, but
are computer programmed to simulate the shot patterns
of real players. |
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will see more shots towards the middle of the court and more
variation in depth of shots than will advanced players. And
you are not stuck with only the standard settings, you can
customize the settings by adding or subtracting more speed,
spin, or elevation as you like. |
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SHOTMAKER DELUXE -
MULTI-FUNCTION REMOTE
The Multi-function Remote controls all functions on the left (black) side of the Shotmaker Deluxe control panel just like you were using the actual control panel. In fact, the layout of the buttons on the Multi-function remote is almost identical to the layout of the buttons on the machine’s control panel, so there is nothing new to learn. And each time you press a button on the Multi-function Remote your Shotmaker Deluxe will beep to let you know
it received the signal. |
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BOOMER -
THE THINKING TENNIS ROBOT
Sports Tutor has partnered with Robot Optimizers to create BOOMER, the world's only "thinking" tennis robot.
Robot Optimizers adds three-dimensional video, a sophisticated computer, and an audio system to turn Shotmaker into a truly interactive opponent. BOOMER can serve, return serve, call the lines and keep track of the score. It can play at any skill level from beginner to pro. And BOOMER can also run drills, keep track of a player's progress, and even talk trash.
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| Click the image above to learn more about BOOMER. |
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WARRANTY
Shotmaker is backed by a two year warranty covering both parts and
labor.
Extended warranties available.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Ball
capacity |
300
Balls |
| Trajectories |
Groundstroke
to Lob |
| Ball ejection speed |
10-95
MPH |
| Ball
feed interval |
1
to 10 seconds |
| Spin
Control |
Topspin/Underspin |
| Dimensions |
38.5"H
x 31"L x 21.5"W |
| Weight |
90
pounds |
| Power |
120
watts maximum |
Specifications
subject to change without notice.
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MODELS & PRICES
| Standard
Model |
$3,100 |
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| Standard
Model w/2 button Remote |
$3,300 |
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| Deluxe
Model w/2 button Remote |
$4,200 |
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| Deluxe Model w/Multi-Function Remote |
$4,500 |
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Shotmaker Demo Models
Shotmaker Demos are tuned-up to look
and work like new and are backed with a
full one year factory warranty.
Call for availability |
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