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Hawkeye Mfg FishTrax FT1PXC Operation Manual

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D10D
Model No.
INTRODUCTION TO FISHTRAX™ INTELLIGENT SONAR
FishTrax™ Intelligent Sonar uses SONAR sound waves to detect
depth, locate fish, and define bottom contour, composition and
structure. Using specialized microprocessors, these sound waves
are generated by the FishTrax™ display and sent to the
FishTrax™ Sonar Sensor (Transducer). The sonar sensor, acting
first as a "speaker", emits these sound waves as a series of
pulses.
Then, microseconds later, the sonar sensor switches to
a "microphone" and listens for the return of the pulses as they
bounce off of objects in the water column (referred to as
"echoes"). The "echoes" are sent back to the display where,
using proprietary algorithms in the FishTrax™ software, they are
analyzed for location, size, and composition. These signal are
then arranged by FishTrax's™ Human Interface Software and
displayed in an easy to understand manner on the VirtuView™
HD Color Display.
OPERATION MANUAL
FishTrax™ 1C Fish Finder (FT1PXC)
To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free
operation of your product, please read this
manual carefully before using this product.
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  • Page 1 D10D Model No. OPERATION MANUAL FishTrax™ 1C Fish Finder (FT1PXC) To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read this manual carefully before using this product. INTRODUCTION TO FISHTRAX™ INTELLIGENT SONAR FishTrax™ Intelligent Sonar uses SONAR sound waves to detect depth, locate fish, and define bottom contour, composition and structure.
  • Page 2 SAFETY INFORM ATION • Periodically wipe the face with a dry cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents on this device. • Only qualified personnel should perform repairs or servicing not covered in this manual. • The LCD used in the product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is dropped or impacted.
  • Page 3 NFORMATION If you have questions about this device please visit our Customer Service Center on our website or call us toll free at 888-766-7276. Warranty Details • Warranty Registration Troubleshooting • Product Knowledgebase Product Specifications • Parts & Accessories www.hawkeyeelectronics.com PARTS SUPPLIED IN PACKAGING The following parts should be included with the display: •...
  • Page 4 INITIAL SETUP MPORTANT If you are going to be using the Fish Finder in Temperatures Below 20º F (-7 ºC) you must use Lithium ‘AAA’ Batteries. Cold temperatures significantly reduce the power output of Alkaline batteries, which will inhibit the performance of the Fish Finder. MPORTANT To ensure your FishTrax™...

  • Page 5: Adjusting The Sonar Sensor Float

    ADJUSTING THE SONAR SENSOR FLOAT The Sonar Sensor float must be adjusted so that it is a minimum of 6 inches away from the sensor (it can be further depending upon water conditions, see Note below). 1. Pull out the rubber stopper. 2.

  • Page 6: Removing The Sonar Sensor Float

    REMOVING THE SONAR SENSOR FLOAT If you find that you do not have a need for the sonar sensor float, it can be removed as follows: 1. Remove the rubber stopper from the cable by sliding the safety strap toward the plug and gently working it over plug. 2.

  • Page 7: Using The Fishtrax™ 1C Through A Boat Hull

    USING THE FISHTRAX™ 1C THROUGH A BOAT HULL The FishTrax™ 1C’s advanced sonar capabilities allow it to “Shoot-Thru” the bottom of a boat, kayak or canoe. The hull must be made out of solid fiberglass, or a maximum of 1/8” aluminum, and be in direct contact with the water, with no air pockets.

  • Page 8: Using The Variablezone™ Water Temperature Sensor

    1. Clear away snow to expose the ice surface. 2. Place a small amount of liquid water on the ice and set the sonar sensor on the water allowing the Sonar Sensor to freeze to the ice. SOLID ICE 3. If there are any air pockets between the sonar sensor and ice, or the water below the ice, the fish finder will not work properly and will require you to try another spot, or cut a hole in the ice to use.

  • Page 9: Understanding The Virtuview™ Liquid Crystal Display

    GETTING TO KNOW THE FISHTRAX™ 1C UNDERSTANDING THE VIRTUVIEW™ LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY 1. Water Depth 2. Water Temperature 3. Battery Strength Indicator 4. Surface Clutter 5. Fish Arches 6. Depth Scale 7. Lower Limit 8. Frequency 9. Bottom Contour / Composition UNDERSTANDING THE BUTTONS Zoom / Enter V | ESC...

  • Page 10: Turning The Fish Finder On/Off

    TURNING THE FISH FINDER ON/OFF 1. To turn the fish finder ON, press and release the button. 2. To turn the fish finder OFF, Press and Hold the button until “Shutdown” appears on the screen. Release the button. OTICE Pressing the button during normal fish finder operation will freeze the screen allowing you more time to decipher the data.

  • Page 11: Fishtrax™ 1C Operating Modes

    FISHTRAX™ 1C OPERATING MODES The FishTrax™ 1C incorporates three operating modes. To change the   Operating Mode press and release the buttons. Fish Finder: In addition to measuring the overall depth of the water, this mode depicts the presence of fish in the water column and shows the bottom contour and composition.

  • Page 12: Fishtrax™ Sonar Frequencies

    FISHTRAX™ SONAR FREQUENCIES User selectable dual beam FishTrax™ Intelligent Sonar allows you to fine tune the FishTrax™ 1C to adapt to your fishing style. There are two operating frequencies (200 kHz and 83 kHz), each specifically designed to make finding fish effortlesss.
  • Page 13 200 kHz or 83 kHz Sonar Zoom View While using the 200 kHz or 83 kHz frequencies, the Zoom will split the display to show the full range view on the right and the zoomed view on the left. The full range view on the right also contains the Zoom Preview Box that shows what part of the full range view is shown in zoom view on...

  • Page 14: Accessing And Adjusting The Features

    ACCESSING AND ADJUSTING THE FEATURES There are many features incorporated into the FishTrax™ 1C that allow you to fine tune the fish finder for your specific needs. SONAR Screen Detail (Sensitivity) Depth Range Upper and Lower Limits (Zooming) FishTarget™ (Fish Symbols Depth) Depth Cursor SETUP Backlight...
  • Page 15 The Menu System Has 3 Tabs: Sonar • Setup • Advance • button. In To cycle through the Menu System tabs press and release the   each menu tab use the buttons to select a specific menu item,  ...
  • Page 16 4. Press and release the V | ESC button to exit the menu and return to the fish finder mode. OTICE While learning to use the Fishtrax™ 1C it is recommended that you use the AUTO sensitivity setting. This setting will continually monitor the sonar returns and adjust the sensitivity to reduce and/or increase the amount of echoes displayed on the HD VirtuView™...
  • Page 17 4. Press and release the V | ESC button to exit the menu and return to the fish finder mode. OTICE The Depth Range setting is an advanced feature. For best results it should be set to AUTO. Only change the setting if you are only interested in sonar echoes in a specific depth range.
  • Page 18  2. Press and release the button until the “Upper Limit” box is highlited.  3. Press and release the button to  increase the Upper Limite, to button to decrease the Upper Limit. 4. Press and release the V | ESC button to exit the menu and return to the fish finder mode.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Display Backlight

    • The settings Are: “on/on”, “on/off”, “off/off” 4. Press and release the V | ESC button to exit the menu and return to the fish finder mode. OTICE Pressing the button during normal fish finder operation will freeze the screen making it easier to read the Fish Depth numbers. Pressing the again will renable the scrolling.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Volume

    To Adjust the Backlight: 1. Press and release the button 2 times (Setup will appear at the top of the screen).  2. Press and release the button until the “Backlight” box is highlited.   3. Press and release the button to increase the Backlight, or the button to decrease the Backlight.

  • Page 21: Display Scroll Speed

    4. Press and release the V | ESC button to exit the menu and return to the fish finder mode. (CHART SPEED) DISPLAY SCROLL SPEED The data on the FishTrax™ 1C’s screen is purposefully moving at a constant speed, scrolling from the right to the left. The incoming signals are displayed sequentially scrolling from the right side of the screen to the left.
  • Page 22 The settings are: "off", “ “, “ ”, “ “ • 4. Press and release the V | ESC button to exit the menu and return to the fish finder mode. OTICE NFORMATION Leave the alarm on if you are using a castable bait so that you do not have to steadily watch for fish on the screen.

  • Page 23: Battery Alarm

    BATTERY ALARM The Battery Alarm setting will sound an audible alarm and flash the Battery Voltage Readout in the Data Mode when the battery voltage is equal to or less than the setting. To Adjust the Shallow Water Alarm: 1. Press and release the button 2 times (Setup will appear at the top of the screen).

  • Page 24: Keel Offset

     3. Press and release the button to increase the Transparency, or  to button to decrease the Transparency. • The Transparency can be set from “0%” to “70%”. 4. Press and release the V | ESC button to exit the menu and return to the fish finder mode.

  • Page 25: Surface Clarity

    • Blue Background: Offers the best display viewability in low light conditions • Grayscale: Offers the best battery life. To Adjust the Color Scheme: 1. Press and release the button 3 times (“Advanced” will appear at the top of the screen).

  • Page 26: Menu Language

     2. Press and release the button until the “Noise Rejection” box is highlited.   3. Press and release the or the buttons to change the setting. The settings are:"Off", "High", "Medium", "Low" • 4. Press and release the V | ESC button to exit the menu and return to the fish finder mode.
  • Page 27 3. Store the fish finder in the storage bag in a cool, dry place. Never leave it in temperatures over 120° F (49° C) as the extreme temperatures can damage the electronic components. MPORTANT Cold weather is extremely hard on the electrical components within the display housing.
  • Page 28 Nothing Happens When I Turn the Power On Make sure that you have installed a good set of batteries and aligned them as per the diagram within the battery compartment. You may also need to test the batteries in another device to ensure they are charged. If in doubt, replace the batteries with a set from a newly opened package.
  • Page 29 REPLACEMENT PARTS Please check our website for replacement parts and accessories. If you need replacement parts that are not listed, please email our Customer Service Department at customerservice@norcrossmarine.com. WARRANTY This device is covered by a 2 Year Limited Warranty. To be eligible for warranty coverage, you must register your product within 15 days of purchase.
  • Page 30 ARNING © 2015 NorCross Marine Products Inc., All Rights Reserved. ALL unauthorized copying of the content of this document without the expressed written consent of NorCross Marine Products, Inc is strictly forbidden. NOTES - 30 -...
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