Vexilar Flasher Family 2013 - Manual (Page 26)

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FLX-28 Mode Settings and Abbreviations
d = deMo Mode
Here is a fun feature that the FLX-28 offers to those dreaming about ice fishing during
the off season or when they are coaching their friends on what to expect when they go
fishing with ANY Vexilar. The Demo Mode simply runs a simulation program showing
what a bottom signal will look like in normal mode setting. You will see a fish target
near the bottom and on the right side of the dial, you will see the lure dropping down or
moving around the dial right to left. As the lure nears six feet from the bottom, the unit
shifts to AZ mode display which zooms in on the bottom six foot of the water column.
Note how much larger your lure and the fish appear in the AZ setting. The lure stops just
above the fish target and the lure is jigged up and down to trigger the fish to move up to
eat it. Then the fish comes to the bait and is caught. Just like it happens in real life!
Your unit only needs to be on and turned to the “D” setting on the Mode switch. All other
controls will be deactivated at this point. The system will show a different color display
option with each cycle of the demo mode so you can see what color palette you like the
best even before you get on the ice.
wM - weed Mode
The Weed Mode option can be used in any situation where you want to sharpen individual
target separation. Most often this occurs in thick weeds where you will want to avoid
seeing the weed stalks as blobs so you can see your lure moving inside a tall weed bed.
It also is helpful when you are fishing in schools of panfish or balls of shad.
To activate this feature, you need to be in the Normal mode setting and turn the unit “ON”
while you are holding down the gain knob. Once turned on, all features of your FLX-28
will work normally, but you will notice your display to be slightly weaker. You may need
to increase your gain level. It’s possible to use the Weed Mode when you’re in the Low
Power mode. However, you still need to go through the Weed Mode process first.
From a technical standpoint, you are sending a shorter transmit burst, which requires more
sensitivity from your receiver. That is why you need to turn up your gain. The limitations
of this technology means it is best to use in 30 feet of water or less and in areas where
interference from other anglers will not be a problem, since you will need to use a higher
gain setting which will make it more sensitive to receive interference. When you turn your
unit off, it will re-set back to normal mode. Give it a try and see if it helps you out the next
time you are surrounded by fish!
Note - Weed mode can only be activated when in Normal-Power mode setting.