Page 1: Table Of Contents
Trouble Shooting Contact Vexilar & Warranty Information Fish Scout Configurations The Vexilar Fish Scout color underwater camera and monitor system is offered in two basic configurations: • Fish Scout Standard (#FS1000) Includes color camera, 7” color monitor, and carrying case with soft pack •...
Page 2: Vexilar - Pioneers In Marine Electronics
V e xilar — PiOne er s i n Marin e elect rOni c s Established in 1960, Vexilar, Inc. has been a leading innovator of marine electronics in the sport fishing industry for over 50 years. Some of their innovations include: •...
Page 3: Introduction
You can even discover sunken treasures or just inspect the bottom of your boat. Vexilar’s mission is to create a tough and reliable product you can enjoy for years. The Fish Scout Color Underwater Camera will be fun to use in both open water and on the ice when safe conditions permit.
Page 4: Fish Scout Features
80 feet, Down- View option for looking straight down, trolling speed with use of the enclosed tail fin and the use of a rigid arm to suspend the camera at any angle. The custom made Vexilar camera housing is specifically design to be very rugged.
Page 5: About Your Fish Scout
abO ut YOur Fis h sc O u t The Monitor The high resolution 1414 by 234, 7 inch LCD 16:9 wide screen monitor on your Fish Scout gives you a bright, sharp and clear view under most conditions. The daylight viewable display should not require a sun shield for most outdoor viewing.
Page 6: Fish Scout Camera
It is NOT a good thing if you cut or damage your cable as water in the cable will, over time destroy the cable. If you have any doubts as to the damage to your cable, please contact the Vexilar service center for specific instructions. See page 22.
Page 7: Camera Mounting Options
The actual pole is not available from Vexilar but is commonly found at hardware stores in the paint or the window cleaning departments.
Page 8: Battery And Charge Indicator Location
Battery and Charge Indicator Location Following Vexilar’s superior standards, the Fish Scout monitor face is protected with a padded soft pack case. Inside the soft pack is a molded ABS hard frame with an enclosed battery compartment and D-130 battery status indicator to help keep track of power consumption.
Page 9: Battery Charging Instructions
• Allow the battery to FULLY recharge after each • OVER DISCHARGE the battery, You should never use. Recharge after every use. drain a battery to the point where your Vexilar • Give cold batteries extra time to charge. Charge stops.
Page 10: Soft Pack Features
The lower support arms of your Double Vision system extend out so you have a better viewing angle when you want to use the Vexilar flasher and camera at the same time.
Page 11 • Front Cover Flap: On the Fish Scout camera only systems the front access doors actually roll upwards and secures into position. On the Double Vision system the front door folds down if you wish to just watch your Vexilar flasher, and then fold back to the left to expose the monitor.
Page 12: Fish Scout Operation
Fi sh s cOut OPer ati O n Like all Vexilar products, the Fish Scout has been assembled and tested before shipment. After removal from the packaging, locate the Master Power Switch at the rear of the unit and turn it “ON”. The Battery Status Indicator will turn on and display the current level of battery charge.
Page 13 LED Button Light Sensor Red/Green Light Turns the camera’s LED On, Off, and with + and — buttons, controls brightness Plus Button Power Button Minus Button Menu Button Used to adjust the Turns the camera Used to adjust the Access and exit the menu setting higher.
Page 14: Display Brightness
(Note: if you wait too long before selecting an adjustment, the menu screen will time out and disappear). To change between on-screen adjustment choices (brightness, contrast, color, camera and reset), continue to press the menu key. The selected on-screen adjustment will be highlighted on the LCD screen. To change the settings within a selected menu, use the UP and DOWN arrows located on the far right of the digital keypad.
Page 15 Reset Reset simply enables you to bring the monitor back to the factory default settings. Low Battery Operation Alerts Your Fish Scout system offers two ways to keep track of battery condition. Your D-130 digital battery status indictor on the back side of your unit gives you a working status of your battery whenever it is connected.
Page 16: Fish Scout Camera Led Lighting
Many anglers find that using a Vexilar Flasher along with their Fish Scout camera will teach you even more about what you are seeing on your Sonar system. The Fish Scout can be used to search for an ideal weed line or locate a rock pile where fish will generally congregate.
Page 17: Ice Fishing & Open Water Use
Viewing Tip: If you are looking to watch your lure while fishing, for ease of use, it is always best to do this near the bottom where you can find your lure relating to the bottom. Using the camera to help you find and catch suspended fish can be done, but it may take several attempts to find your lure.
Page 18: D-130 Battery Status Indicator
The D-130 Battery Status Indicator Digital Battery Status Indicator A unique battery fuel gauge that recognizes both the discharge and charge cycle of your battery. It will sense the current charging condition of the battery, display the percentage of remaining capacity and display a charge trend arrow...
Page 19: Fish Scout Care & Specifications
Caring for Your Fish Scout • Important - Turn the Master Power Switch OFF during extended storage periods to avoid excessive draining of the battery. Remember to recharge after each use, as well as monthly during extended storage period. • Clean the display screen and camera lens using a 50/50 mixture of vinegar and water and a soft cloth towel.
Page 20: Vexilar Accessories
PC-100 Genz “Blue Box” Soft Pack for the Carrying Case Only Genz Pack A solid carrying case Encloses and protects for your Vexilar flasher the system. Offers or other electronics. Velcro sealable access locations and side pocket storage. BC-100 SP0005 Soft Pack for the Pro &...
Page 21 CH-100 Vexilar Clothing From caps to shirts and sweats to jackets, Vexilar offers a wide range of styles and colors with the Vexilar logo. Visit the Vexilar web site or your local Vexilar Pro Shop to find quality affordable clothing you’ll enjoy wearing day after day.
Page 22: Trouble Shooting
Please try this for at least 24 hours, if it does not work you should look to replace the battery Can’t solve the problem? Call Vexilar service for support. If problems with your camera persist, do not send it back to where you purchased it. It is always best to send it directly...
Page 23: Contact Vexilar & Warranty Information
2 years from the date of purchase or receipt as a gift*. During the warranty period, VEXILAR will repair or at its option, replace at no cost to you for labor, materials or return transportation provided the unit is returned, shipped prepaid to Vexilar, Inc., 6667 West Old Shakopee Road, Suite 101, Minneapolis, MN 55438-2622.

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