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Foxpro Crossfire Instruction Manual

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  • Page 2 General Inquiry E-mail: sales@gofoxpro.com Stay up to date with the latest sounds by visiting our online sound library. Watch for ® new products and upgrades from FOXPRO . Visit us online: www.gofoxpro.com This manual, the animal sounds stored in your caller, and animal sounds purchased from ®...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1-1 What’s in the Box? ..................5 1-2 CROSSFIRE: First Glance ................5 1-3 CROSSFIRE: Power Requirements ............. 7 1-4 CROSSFIRE Remote: First Glance .............. 7 1-5 CROSSFIRE Remote: Power Requirements ..........8 Quick Start Guide ..................8 2-1 Playing Sounds Manually ................9 2-2 Playing Sounds Remotely ................
  • Page 4 10. FOXCAST ....................28 10-1 Creating FOXCAST Sequence Files Manually......... 28 10-2 Creating FOXCAST Sequence Files Online ..........29 10-3 Synchronizing the TX505 and CROSSFIRE ..........30 11. Programming the CROSSFIRE ..............30 11-1 Requirements ..................30 11-2 Obtaining New Sounds ................30 11-3 Programming the CROSSFIRE (Windows PC’s) ........

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Warranty registration 1-2 CROSSFIRE: First Glance The following chart corresponds to a graphic of the CROSSFIRE game call on the next page. Certain aspects of the CROSSFIRE are marked with a number that corresponds to the chart defining that particular element.

  • Page 7: Crossfire: Power Requirements

    Secure the door back to the CROSSFIRE. 1-4 CROSSFIRE Remote: First Glance The following chart corresponds to a graphic depicting the CROSSFIRE remote. Certain aspects of the CROSSFIRE remote are marked with a number that corresponds to the chart defining that particular element. Number...

  • Page 8: Crossfire Remote: Power Requirements

    1-5 CROSSFIRE Remote: Power Requirements The CROSSFIRE remote operates on 3 ‘AA’ batteries. It is recommended that you use high quality lithium or alkaline batteries for the best performance. Installing Batteries in the CROSSFIRE Remote Access the battery compartment by removing the door from the back of the remote.

  • Page 9: Playing Sounds Manually

    The further you turn the knob clockwise, the louder it will play. As you turn on the CROSSFIRE, the LCD panel will briefly display two numbers representing the channel of operation, the firmware version, and then three horizontal lines.

  • Page 10: About The Crossfire Speakers

    4. Using External Speakers The CROSSFIRE is equipped with two External Speaker Jacks which allows you to connect up to two additional speakers. The internal speakers perform admirably; however, you may encounter situations that require higher volume levels. By connecting a larger and more efficient external speaker(s) to the CROSSFIRE, the volume level can be increased significantly.

  • Page 11: Disabling/Enabling The Internal Speaker

    (2000 mAh or higher) NiMH (nickel metal hydride) rechargeable batteries rather than alkaline types. When you operate the CROSSFIRE to play at extremely loud volume levels, the current demand on the batteries is much more than alkaline cells can deliver.
  • Page 12 All FOXPRO rechargeable battery kits are shipped with individual instruction sets that pertain to their unique operations. The following list of cautions and warnings should be observed with any rechargeable system you decide to use. WARNING Do not mix battery types! For example: never use NiMH rechargeable batteries in conjunction with non-rechargeable alkaline batteries.

  • Page 13: Using External Power Sources

    6. Using External Power Sources The design of the CROSSFIRE permits the use of certain external power sources, so long as some precautions are observed. The 8-cell internal battery pack will serve about 98 percent of the users about 98 percent of the time. This makes for a caller that is compact and lightweight, highly portable, and has very good battery life.

  • Page 14: Integrated Decoy Wiring Harness

    Please note that this wiring harness is designed to be used only with the Fox Jack 4 decoy. When you first remove the battery compartment door from the Crossfire, you can find the wiring harness taped to the upper right side of the battery compartment.

  • Page 15: Crossfire Remote Menu System

    By selecting this menu item, you will turn off the transmitter. Please note that it is recommended to make sure the CROSSFIRE is no longer playing a sound prior to turning off the transmitter. Turning off the transmitter does not stop sound playback.
  • Page 16 FOXGRIP device. All FOXPRO FOXGRIP devices ship with their own specific instruction manuals or you can find their respective manuals on the FOXPRO website at: http://www.gofoxpro.com FOXGRIP OPTIONS FOXGRIP OFF disables FOXGRIP entirely.

  • Page 17: Call Control

    MONO (.24B ONLY) STEREO (DEFAULT) REVERSE STEREO (.24B ONLY) By default, the CROSSFIRE is set to operate in stereo mode. If playing a stereo audio file, the left audio channel plays through the front (horn) speaker while the right audio channel plays...

  • Page 18: Transmitter Config

    Mono mode only works on 24B audio files. It condenses a stereo sound, such as coyote & rabbit so that both sounds are played out of each speaker simultaneously. PLAY MODES This menu allows you to specify which mode of sound playback the CROSSFIRE will operate on. The available options are: REPEAT...
  • Page 19 UPLOAD SOUND LIST Engages the TX505/CROSSFIRE synchronization Select whether the AUX function is momentary or latched. Note that all FOXPRO decoys must be used in the momentary position. Be sure to check the specifications on the device you are attempting to operate prior to connecting it to the CROSSFIRE.

  • Page 20: Reset Timer

    CROSSFIRE (it also works to confirm or lock-in various menu changes by pushing it down).

  • Page 21: Volume

    Depressing the volume buttons will cause the volume number to change in the display from a low of “0” to a high of “40”. These changes are transmitted to the CROSSFIRE in real time, causing the volume to ramp up or down.

  • Page 22: Mute

    The volume numbers are important, as you will begin to identify your preferred volume settings, and with the CROSSFIRE placed away from you, it gives you the ability to know exactly at what volume the CROSSFIRE is playing. Without this, you may have a difficult time determining just how loud or soft your unit is playing.

  • Page 23: Presets

    To learn how to create your own FOXCAST sequence files, please read Chapter 10. 9-6 Presets The TX-505 provides you with quick access to your favorite sounds and volumes with the push of a button. The TX-505 can hold a total of ten individual sound presets, each one having their own unique volume level.

  • Page 24: Auto Volume (Av)

    FOXFADE in Stereo Mode When operating the CROSSFIRE in stereo playback mode while playing a stereo audio file, the left audio channel will play through the front horn speaker and the right audio channel will play through the rear cone speaker.

  • Page 25: Aux

    Upon exiting the menu and returning to your sound list, notice that the “AV” status indicator displays “OFF”. 9-9 AUX This button is used to operate an external device that is connected to the CROSSFIRE—typically ® the FOXPRO FOXJACK or Black Jack Decoy. Depressing the AUX button will begin operation of the external device.

  • Page 26: Recall

    You can quickly and easily change the channel of operation through the menu, but you must be certain that your CROSSFIRE and TX-505 are both set to operate on the same channel. Changing the Channel of Operation on the TX505 Access the main menu.
  • Page 27 You can use the tip of a pen or pencil to modify the values of the DIP switch to change the channel of operation. There are four individual switches, each with two possible positions (ON and OFF). The image shown above is looking directly down onto the switch in the battery compartment. The available positions (ON/OFF) are noted.

  • Page 28: Foxcast

    The factory default channel of operation is 13. Always make sure that the TX505 and CROSSFIRE are set to the same channel. If the devices are on different channels, radio communication will fail and the process of wirelessly uploading a sound list to the TX505 will result in scrambled text.

  • Page 29: Creating Foxcast Sequence Files Online

    “R” represents repeat. Once the sequence has played entirely, the CROSSFIRE will play that sequence again until it is interrupted by the operator. The CROSSFIRE can accept up to 10 FOXCAST sequence files. These files will need to be in a format such as: Example FOXCAST Sequence File Names S00 My Coyote Sequence 1.seq...

  • Page 30: Synchronizing The Tx505 And Crossfire

    The FOXPRO CROSSFIRE digital game call can be completely programmed from home with the use of a computer. It is possible to reprogram a CROSSFIRE from a Windows based PC as well as a Mac. Both subjects will be covered in this section.

  • Page 31: Programming The Crossfire (Windows Pc's)

    Connecting your CROSSFIRE to the PC You can now connect the CROSSFIRE to your PC. The USB port is located inside the battery compartment to the upper-left (see image on next page). You will need to obtain the appropriate USB cable (USB 2.0 printer-style cable) as one is not included with the product.
  • Page 32 After connecting your FOXPRO game call to your PC, the utility should recognize the device as being a valid product and display "Connected to..." followed by the device name. The "Caller Sound Files" column should become active and display the sounds currently installed.

  • Page 33: Transferring A New Playlist To The Tx505

    CROSSFIRE during this process. 12. Product Care & Maintenance In order to help get years of trouble free service with your FOXPRO game call, it is strongly recommended that you read and understand the following points. Many of these are considered proactive or preventative.
  • Page 34 water/weatherproof deployment bag to keep water from getting to it. When storing the unit for prolonged periods, be sure that you keep it in a dry location not susceptible to drawing moisture. Remove batteries prior to storage or extended periods of inactivity! All batteries, whether alkaline or rechargeable, should be removed from the game calls, decoys, and remote controls prior to storage or periods of inactivity.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    The most common problems are battery related. Before performing anything else, try installing fresh batteries. When your batteries get low, in either the CROSSFIRE or the TX505 remote, unexpected operation can occur. You can experience such things as loss of audio quality, loss of remote control range, and other abnormal results.

  • Page 36: Fcc & Ic Information

    CROSSFIRE until that signal is turned into a change in operation that you are able to perceive. It will not always be instantaneous and may take a second or two before a change in operation is detected from your vantage point.

  • Page 37: Warranty Statement

    Product ceases to work after connecting an unapproved external auxiliary device. Online Warranty Registration You can register your CROSSFIRE digital game call online at the following address (locate the Warranty Registration link on the left of this page): http://www.gofoxpro.com/warranty...
  • Page 38 Make sure that you retain a hard copy of your proof of purchase (i.e. store receipt) for any future warranty claims.

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