VEXILAR FL-8SE Installation Manual

1Vexilar Fl SerieS Sonar/FiSh FinderSOwners Manual For Models:FL-8SE | FL-12 | FL-18 | FL-20ContentsVexilar — Pioneers in Marine Electronics

1819Interference RejectionThe purpose of interference rejection is to reduce cross-talk interference from other nearby depth sounders. This can be ver

2021additiOnal FeaturesLow Power Mode ( FL-12, FL-18, FL-20 Only )Low Power Mode, or LP Mode, reduces the output power of your asher. It is useful fo

2223Understanding Auto ZoomWhen Auto Zoom (AZ) is active, the display is divided into two halves. When reading depths always use the inner scale on th

2425Bottom Lock ( FL-18 Only )The FL-18 also has a zoom feature called Bottom Lock (BL). This works the same as Auto Zoom, except the asher continuou

2627VegetationThe Vexilar FL series ashers are exceptional when it comes to reading inside vegetation. With proper adjustment, the colors will

2829Ice Fishing TransducerVexilar ice fishing systems include a special type of patented transducer, called an Ice-Ducer. This transducer style is desi

3031ice Fishing systeMsThe Genz PackThe Genz Pack offers a practical ice fishing system for an affordable price. It includes all of the basic component

3233The Pro Pack IIThe Pro Pack II offers everything needed to begin ice shing with a Vexilar color asher, plus some extra add-ons to make the syste

3435The Ultra PackThe Ultra Pack is rugged and packed with features. The Ultra Pack includes a oat holder, four rod holder mounting locations, an enc

3637GREEN LED100% to 75% ZoneYELLOW LED75% to 50% ZoneORANGE LED50% to 25% ZoneRED LED25% to 0% ZoneON LEDPower is connected. If no other LEDs are ill

23Vexilar — PiOneers in Marine electrOnicsEstablished in 1960, Vexilar, Inc. has been a leading innovator of marine electronics in the spor

3839abOut transducersCone of SoundThe cone of sound is the area the sound waves cover as they are emitted from the transducer. Genera

4041Parts and accessOriesOptional Transducers and Conversion KitsTr a n s o M Mo u n T hi g h sp e e d sT y l e s• TB0044 - 19° Cone Angle• TB00

4243accessOriesUltra Pack Carrying Case OnlyThis portable case has all the features. Upgrade your older system or build a custom new system.Pro Pack I

4445trOuble shOOtingSy m p t o m po S S i b l e Ca u S eUnit is turned on, but no display and motor is not running.Check for bad connections, proper

4647sPeciFicatiOnsFL-8seOperating Voltage: 10.5 - 15 Volts (12 Volts Nominal)Current Draw: 275mAPower Output: 400 Watts (Peak to Peak) Maximum Freq

48serVice and suPPOrtIf you find that you need help please contact us. Have ready the model number and, if possible, the serial number of your product.

45bOat installatiOnMounting the Flasher UnitTake a few minutes to plan your installation. The unit should be mounted in a location where it will be re

67Transom Transducer MountingBefore you begin the process of installing the transducer, check your hull to find a spot where you’ll get a smooth water

89AlumaDucer™ Transducer InstallationIMPORTANT PRE-INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSThe AlumaDucer mounted in-hull helps many boaters get better perf

1011Electric Trolling Motor MountingThere are two main styles of trolling motors: manual steer and electric steer. The proper mounting method depends

1213Flasher OPeratiOnBasic UseThe Vexilar FL series color ashers are great tools for open water and ice shing. Once you learn to understand the colo

1415Setting the RangeFL-8SEThe FL-8SE has six depth ranges in two groups, Shallow and Deep. The Shallow group includes Zero to 20’, 40’, and 80’. The

1617Setting the RangeFL-12 and FL-20Both the FL-12 and FL-20 have five depth ranges consisting of Zero to 20’, 40’, 60’, 80’, and 200’. To read depth,