The Ice-Ducer™ System; Seeing Your Lure - VEXILAR FL Series Owner's Manual

Ice Fishing Transducer
Vexilar ice fishing systems include a special type of transducer patented in 1997 called the
Ice-Ducer . This transducer style is designed specifically for the ice fishing application.
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The Ice-Ducer ® works off the "plumb-bob" theory. When suspended by the cable, the
transducer cone is perfectly aligned to point straight down.
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Stopper - The stopper sets the depth of the transducer.
It's adjustable so you can set the depth according to your
preference or conditions. Generally, you want to set it so the
bottom of the transducer is even with the bottom of the ice.
Float - The float suspends the transducer in the ice hole. You
can also use the eye-bolt included with the Vexilar ice fishing
systems to suspend the transducer. This can often be the best
choice for early ice conditions.
Cable - Ice-Ducer
flexible in cold temperatures. This flexible cable will be more
prone to be cut by your line or damaged if not stored correctly.
It's a key part of the Ice-Ducer
Transducer - The transducer is designed to allow a perfectly
downward alignment while suspended and be able to
endure the severe conditions encountered in the ice fishing
environment. Three models with different cone angles are
available to match your fishing needs. See page 57 for more
information.
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Seeing Your Lure

The 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 the bottom, structure, and fish. Ice fishing with a
Vexilar allows you to present your lure to the fish. You see the fish on the display and you
raise your lure so it is right above the fish on the display. If the fish is hungry, it will bite. If
not, it will react in some way to your presentation, such as with disinterest or fear. You can
see this reaction on the flasher display and adjust your tactics accordingly.
Fish
Bottom
Several fish are holding near the
bottom. The thin green line right
on the bottom may be a fish just
up off the bottom, as the others
are, but some distance to the side.
NOTE: Setting the gain level correctly is important to be able to understand what's going
on below you. Use the lure's appearance as your reference for adjusting the gain control.
Set it so your lure appears as a green signal. Because the fish are much larger than your
bait, they will appear as stronger signals. Be prepared to readjust the gain control up and
down often, as small position changes and the condition of any bait attached will effect
the strength of your lure's signal.
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This illustrates a typical panfish
fishing view. As you lower your
lure, you see it going down on
the display while the curious fish
rise to see what it is. When the
two signal lines meet, it is time to
be ready for a strike.
Lure
With the gain control set
properly, your lure will appear
as a weak signal. You want it
to appear small next to the fish,
which are much larger.
Fish
A pair of fish are rising to your lure
as it is being dropped down. This is a
good sign, as competition can make
fish more aggressive.
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