1. Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the FOXPRO HammerJack 2 digital game call! To avoid personal injury and product damage, be sure to read all operating instructions before using the FOXPRO HammerJack 2. 1-2 HammerJack 2: First Glance The following chart corresponds to a graphic of the HammerJack 2 game call bellow.
Installing Batteries in the HammerJack 2 Access the battery compartment by removing the Fox Jack 4 from the back of the HammerJack 2. The Fox Jack 4 is secured with a knurled thumbscrew. Notice that the Fox Jack 4 has an interface wire attaching to a wiring harness inside the back of the HammerJack 2.
2. Quick Start Guide The Quick Start Guide gives you a quick rundown on how to get your HammerJack 2 up and running right away. While this section provides you with the basics to get started, we strongly suggest reading the manual in its entirety to fully understand all of the features and get the most out of your new product.
To set a preset, position the black highlight bar on one of the blank preset slots and push the “Select” button a single time. The first step is selecting the sound you wish to use. Use “Sound Up” or “Sound Down” buttons to navigate through your sound list and locate the desired sound.
6 to 15 hours of run time, depending on the volume level. With both speakers playing, expect 3 to 10 hours. Remember that very loud volumes are rarely needed as animals hear much better than we do. All FOXPRO rechargeable battery kits are shipped with individual instruction sets that pertain to their unique operations.
Keep in mind that any damage to the FOXPRO caller as a result of improper use of the AUX jack is not covered by the warranty, nor will FOXPRO be liable for damage to any...
The HammerJack 2 features an integrated decoy wiring harness (see image below) for connecting the Fox Jack 4 decoy (included with the HammerJack 2). Unlike other decoys offered by FOXPRO that require their own power supply and wired connection to the AUX jack, the Fox Jack 4 Decoy mounts directly to the back of the HammerJack 2 and interfaces to the wiring harness for power and triggering of the decoy motion.
There are three sensitivity levels that you can choose TIP FROM FOXPRO from: Low, Medium, and High. The The FOXBANG sensor is located inside of the TX433 transmitter.
with the medium setting. To adjust the sensitivity, select the “FOXBANG SENS” option, push the “Select” button, and then use the “Sound Up” or “Sound Down” button to cycle through the options. When the desired sensitivity level is set, push “Select” to lock it in. IMPORTANT NOTE An unintended and unavoidable consequence of adjusting the FOXBANG sensitivity to the highest level is that handling noises, such as the banging of the transmitter case on your firearm stock, may cause...
cycle through the values. When you have selected the desired backlight timeout period, push the “Select” button a final time to set it. This setting is remembered between power cycles. 8-10 Display/Power: Contrast This setting allows you to adjust the screen contrast. In ‘normal’ display mode (see 5-9 Display/Power: LCD Mode), the higher the value, the darker the text will appear.
Some third-party decoys may require latched operation as opposed to momentary. A detailed list of other products and their specific requirements is not maintained by FOXPRO. You will need to check with the equipment manufacturer to determine if it is compatible and what the requirements are.
You can have up to ten unique sequences in your HammerJack 2. The HammerJack 2 is preloaded with 10 sequences created by FOXPRO Pro Staff members. To view the sequences, select the “Foxcast” menu item from the main menu on the TX433. Scroll through the available FOXCAST sequence files using the sound up or down buttons.
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The third part, “.seq”, is the file extension that defines this file as a FOXCAST sequence file. Note that the .seq file extension is not native to any operating system. This is a unique file extension for FOXPRO game calls with FOXCAST. A FOXCAST sequence file may appear as an unknown file type and display on your computer with an “unknown”...
8.1, Windows 10, or Mac OS X 10.7.3 or newer. Obtaining New FOXPRO Sounds Access the FOXPRO website to purchase new sounds or download new free sounds. The website is located at: http://www.gofoxpro.com. From the main menu, access the “Sounds” menu and click on one of the sound pack options.
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File menu on the utility screen and then click on the “Download Free Sounds” menu item. This displays a list of all free sounds available from FOXPRO. You can select one or all of the free sounds to highlight them.
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The screen is split into two distinct panes. The left pane displays all of the sounds that are stored in your FOXPRO game call. The column to the right displays how the categories are arranged. You will notice that each category name features a list of sounds indented just beneath it. This represents the sounds that are in each category.
11. Changing the Channel of Operation Prior to attempting remote controlled operation, it is important that you first verify that both the HammerJack2 and TX433 remote are set to operate on the same channel. If the two devices are not on the same channel, then radio communication will not be possible.
13. 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. Avoid exposure to all precipitation and moisture! Whether you are storing your FOXPRO game call or decoy away for the summer or just having some down time from calling, it is highly recommended that you thoroughly inspect the unit for any signs of moisture.
Try replacing the 3.5mm cable. TX433 remote does not turn on Install a fresh 9V battery. Having trouble with programming Check out FOXPRO’s website for detailed programming new sounds information for your HammerJack 2. Solutions for many common issues can be found there.
16. Warranty Statement Your FOXPRO® game call is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship that diminish its usefulness for a period of three years from the date of purchase if the item was purchased from a FOXPRO Authorized Retailer.
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