Setup Guide

Get your venue up and running with AxeScorer in minutes.

After purchasing your subscription you can create as many lanes as you've subscribed for. Each lane gets its own projected board and scoring tablet.

1

Create Your Lane

From your dashboard, click Add Lane and give it a name.

Add a new lane
2

View Lane Details

Click on your new lane card to open the details. You'll see two URLs and a secret code.

Lane card
3

Connect Your Devices

Open the Board URL on your projector's browser. Open the Scoring URL on your tablet.

Board and scoring URLs
4

Enter the Secret

Both devices will ask for a secret code. Enter the code shown in your lane details. It's the same for both devices.

Enter lane secret
5

You're Connected

Both devices now show the game selection screen. The board and scoring tablet are linked in real time.

Board game selection Scoring game selection
6

Add Players

Tap Add Players on the scoring tablet. Enter up to 10 player names. For 1-on-1 games, players are automatically assigned to red and blue teams.

Adding players
7

Calibrate Your Targets

If the projected target doesn't line up with your physical target, tap Calibrate in the top right. Adjust the position, size, and rotation for each game type. Calibration is saved per lane.

Calibration controls
8

Play!

That's it. Start throwing and check out the Games Catalog for all available game modes.

Game in progress

Accept online bookings and payments directly through your website. Powered by Stripe Connect and available in all EU/EEA countries, the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and more.

1

Enable Online Bookings

From your dashboard, click Online Bookings then Enable Bookings.

2

Connect Your Bank Account

Select your business country and click Connect Bank Account. Stripe will guide you through their secure onboarding to verify your identity and link your bank for payouts. If you select the wrong country, use "Cancel & Start Over" to begin again.

3

Create Session Types

Go to the Sessions tab. Create your session types, for example "Standard Session" or "Private Group". For each, set the duration, price (per person or per session), minimum group size, and maximum capacity.

4

Build Your Weekly Schedule

Still on the Sessions tab, add sessions to each day of the week. Pick the session type and start time. Your schedule repeats weekly. For holidays or closures, add date overrides.

5

Configure Settings

On the General tab, set your booking page URL, timezone, currency, lead time, and how far ahead customers can book. On Payments, add tax rates and per-participant discounts. Use Gift Cards to issue promotional, legacy, or paid cards and manage their balances. On Waivers, optionally enable digital waivers that are emailed to participants automatically.

6

Add to Your Website

Copy the Booking Page URL from the General tab and add the link to your website. Customers can use the hosted page to browse available sessions, book, and pay online.

Hardware guide

Recommended equipment

AxeScorer runs in a web browser, so you can build each lane with readily available hardware. These are the specifications we would look for when putting together a reliable venue setup.

6 core items
per lane
Measure before you buy Projector throw distance, ceiling height, ambient light and mounting points vary by venue. Confirm the manufacturer's throw calculator and mounting limits for your lane.
Essential

Projector

Choose brightness and lens geometry for the lane, not marketing claims alone.

  • 1080p native resolution
  • At least 3,500 ANSI lumens
  • Throw ratio suited to your measured distance
Essential

Projector mount

A rigid, adjustable mount helps the projected target stay aligned between sessions.

  • Rated above the projector's weight
  • Tilt, swivel and height adjustment
  • Compatible safety tether
Essential

Board computer

A compact computer behind the display keeps the board browser running independently.

  • Windows 11 with a current browser
  • 8 GB RAM or more
  • HDMI plus wired Ethernet or Wi-Fi
Essential

Scoring tablet

A responsive 10-inch tablet gives staff and players a comfortable scoring surface.

  • Current Android or iPadOS support
  • Reliable 5 GHz Wi-Fi
  • All-day battery or permanent power
Recommended

Tablet stand and case

Protect the scoring device and keep it planted at a useful angle beside the lane.

  • Stable weighted or fixed base
  • Rugged impact-resistant case
  • Charging port remains accessible
Recommended

Network and power backup

A dependable local network and short power backup reduce interruptions during busy sessions.

  • Wi-Fi 6 access point or router
  • Ethernet backhaul where possible
  • UPS sized for network and board PC

Useful finishing touches

A compact wireless keyboard with trackpad makes maintenance easier. Floor cable covers, a laser measure and spare HDMI and Ethernet leads are also worth keeping on hand.

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Recommendations are based on general venue requirements, not paid product placements. Product availability and specifications can change; verify compatibility and follow all electrical, mounting and lane-safety requirements before installation.

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