Vexilar Flasher Family 2013 Bedienungsanleitung

1Vexilar Two-Year Extended Limited Warranty Application Price: $39.95 USD Anytime within 12 months of purchase. Model Units Covered FL-8se • FL-12 • F

10Setting the RangeFL-12 and FL-20Both the FL-12 and FL-20 have five depth ranges consisting of Zero to 20’, 40’, 60’, 80’, and 200’. To read depth, yo

11Setting the RangeFLX-28The FLX-28 is equipped with a digital depth readout on the inner display dial and the “AUTO” Stands for “Auto Range”. You ca

12Setting the GainGain functions are the same on all models. However, the FL-8se, FL-18 and FLX-28 have a different scale than the FL-12, FL-20.Gain S

13Interference RejectionThe purpose of interference rejection is to reduce cross-talk interference from other nearby depth sounders. This can be very

14Interference Rejection comes on automatically when you power up the flasher. You can turn it off by pressing on the gain control.If interference from

15ADDITIONAL FEATURESLow Power Mode ( Not Available on FL-8SE )Low Power Mode, or LP Mode, reduces the output power of your flasher. It is useful for s

16Auto Zoom ( FL-18, FL-20, & FLX-28 Only )Auto Zoom (AZ) puts the flasher into a split-screen view, with the complete water column on the right an

17Bottom Lock ( FL-18 )Bottom Lock (BL) works the same as Auto Zoom, except the flasher continuously updates the position of the bottom in the magnified

18Understanding the Zoom ModesWhen Auto Zoom (AZ) or Bottom Lock (BL) is active, the display is divided into two halves. When reading depths always us

19THE RIGHT HALF represents the entire water column, from the transducer to the bottom. Read the depth using the inner red/white scale.THE LEFT HALF r

2Vexilar Two-Year Extended Limited Warranty The Vexilar extended Warranty is not only the best in the Marine Industry, but also an exceptional value.

20Night Mode ( FL-20 & FLX-28 Only )Night Mode reduces the flasher’s display brightness to make night time viewing more comfortable to your eyes. T

21WELCOME TO THE FLX-28The following instructions should be read before you take your FLX-28 to the water to ensure you fully understand the capabilit

22Auto Range OperationIt is possible to confuse your “Auto Range” operation when fishing over very soft lake bottoms or during conditions of thick ice.

23Multi-Layer DisplayThe FLX-28 incorporates a three-layer LED, spinning wheel display. The outer color display layer is like our standard three-color

24FLX-28 Color Mode Operation On the top MODE setting control knob you have the “CS” option on the switch, this stands for “Color Select.” Simply swi

25because of the wide variety of colored lights you will see when you find yourself fishing over a large group of fish. When you see a fish in red, then t

26FLX-28 Mode Settings and Abbreviationsd = deMo ModeHere is a fun feature that the FLX-28 offers to those dreaming about ice fishing during the off se

27LP - Low Power OptionThe Low Power Mode is designed for shallow water anglers looking to clean up a clut-tered and busy display. The rule for using

28Battery Voltage DisplayEach time you turn the FLX-28 unit on, it will flash the voltage of your battery on the digital display for three seconds. The

29ICE FISHINGBasic PrinciplesThe FL series color flashers offer distinct advantages over traditional depth sounders for the sport of ice fishing. This u

3VEXILAR FL SERIES SONAR/FISH FINDERSOWNERS MANUAL For Models:FL-8SE | FL-12 | FL-18 | FL-20 | FLX-28ContentsVexilar — Pioneers in Marine El

30Ice Fishing TransducerVexilar ice fishing systems include a special type of transducer patented in 1997 called the Ice-Ducer®. This transducer style

31Seeing Your LureThe key to ice fishing success when using a Vexilar ice fishing system is the ability to see your fishing lure and it’s relationship to

32ICE FISHING SYSTEMSThe Genz PackThe Genz Pack offers a great value in an affordable ice fishing pack. It includes all of the basic components needed

33Battery CompartmentTo remove the battery, remove the four rear section screws.Transducer HolderStore the transducer in the special holder above the

34The Pro Pack IIThe Pro Pack II offers everything needed to begin ice fishing with a Vexilar color flasher, plus some extra add-ons to make the system

35Cable Storage and CleatsUse the cable handle as your cable storage and the tie-down cleats on either side to keep it in place and out of your way.Tr

36The Ultra PackThe Ultra Pack is rugged and packed with features. The Ultra Pack includes a DD-100 Digital Depth Indicator*, tackle box, remote acces

37Cable Storage and CleatsUse the area behind the tackle box as your cable storage. Use the tie-down cleats on either side to keep it in place and out

38The DD-100 is Vexilar’s first smart digital indicator display that offers both digital depth and a battery indicator when you push the “push to test

39Battery Charging CHARGE AFTER EACH USE1 Amp Digital Automatic Charger (model V-410 / 1 Amp)1 Allow the battery to warm up before charging. This m

4VEXILAR — PIONEERS IN MARINE ELECTRONICSEstablished in 1960, Vexilar, Inc. has been a leading innovator of marine electronics in the sport fishing ind

40BOAT USENavigationThe Vexilar FL-8, FL-12, FL-18 and FL-20 flashers are great tools for navigation while boating. The instantaneous readings offer th

41VegetationThe Vexilar FL-8, FL-12, FL-18 and FL-20 flashers are exceptional when it comes to reading inside vegetation. With proper transducer choice

42BOAT INSTALLATIONMounting the Flasher UnitTake a few minutes to plan your installation. The unit should be mounted in a location where it will be re

43TRANSDUCER INSTALLATIONTransducer Types and Mounting MethodsThere are several different transducer styles used for the various mounting options avai

44Transom Transducer MountingBefore you begin the process of installing the transducer, check your hull to find a spot where you’ll get a smooth water

45In-Hull Transducer MountingSurface preparation and location are the keys to having a good sonar transducer installation that will last for years, so

46AlumaDucer™ Transducer InstallationIMPORTANT PRE-INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSThe AlumaDucer mounted in-hull helps many boaters get better performance a

47Installation ProceduresInStaLLIng thE aLumaducEr1. Using the supplied Scotch-Brite® pad, remove any paint, dirt or coatings on the aluminum. You MU

48Electric Trolling Motor MountingThere are two main styles of trolling motors: manual steer and electric steer. The proper mounting method depends on

49Portable OptionsA suction cup bracket is an option if you want to quickly install and remove the transducer from the boat.BK0044Fits all High-Speed

5ABOUT FLASHERSHow Sonar WorksSONAR stands for SOund NAvigation Ranging. Sound travels through fresh water at a speed of approximately 4920 feet per s

50ABOUT TRANSDUCERSCone of SoundThe cone of sound is the area the sound waves cover as they are emitted from the transducer. Generally, this area is t

51Dead ZoneBeam angle has a large effect on the performance of your flasher. There is more to it than simply area of coverage. The correct beam angle

52Vexilar Tri-Beam Ice-Ducer System, WILL Put More Fish on the IceVexilar invented and patented the first Ice-Ducer in 1997. A self-leveling transducer

53Understanding the Tri-Beam AdvantagesThe first thing you will note about your Tri-Beam Ice-Ducer as you switch from one crystal to another is that yo

54PARTS AND ACCESSORIESOptional Transducers and Conversion KitstranSom mount hIgh SpEEd StyLES (25’ caBLE)• TB0044 - 19° Cone Angle• TB0084 - 12° Co

55aLumaducEr™• TB0023A - 19° Cone Angle• TK-123A - 19° Transducer with Conversion Kit for FL-8se and FL-18• TK-223A - 19° Transducer with Conversio

56ACCESSORIESUltra Pack Carrying Case OnlyThis portable case has all the features. Upgrade your older system or build a custom new system.Pro Pack II

57Tri-Beam Ice-Ducer Gives you the option to select from a wide 20° beam, a mid 12°, or a narrow 8° beam angle. Switch included.Digital Depth & Ba

58Vexilar’s FishPhone is All About FUNFISHPHONE turns your smart phone or tablet into a fully functional underwater camera monitor. Now anyone with a

59FLASHER SPECIFICATIONSOperating Voltage: 10.5 - 15 Volts (12 Volts Nominal)Current Draw: 175mAPower Output: 400 Watts (Peak to Peak) Maximum Freq

6FLASHER OPERATIONBasic UseThe Vexilar FL series color flashers are great tools for open water and ice fishing. Once you learn to understand the color d

60TROUBLE SHOOTINGSymptom poSSible cauSeUnit is turned on, but no display and motor is not running.Check for bad connections, proper hook up polarity,

61BATTERY & CHARGING TIPSKeeping your battery in top condition is the key for your Vexilar’s reliability. Follow these basic tips and you can expe

62ELECTRICAL INTERFERENCE TROUBLE SHOOTINGThere may be situations where you experience interference from other electrical devices, not just another ne

63SERVICE AND SUPPORTIf you find that you need help please contact us. Have ready the model number and, if possible, the serial number of your product.

64NOTESVisit: Vexilar.com

7About the DisplayThe FL series flasher display consists of multiple colors (marks) which appear at various positions on the screen. Understanding what

8Setting the RangeFL-8SEThe FL-8SE has six depth ranges in two groups, Shallow and Deep. The Shallow group includes Zero to 20’, 40’, and 80’. The dee

9Setting the RangeFL-18The FL-18 has 5 depth ranges. Zero to 20’, 40’, 60’, 80’, and 200’. To interpret depth, you multiply the displayed reading by t