User manual VEXILAR CLC-200 FIVE-COLOR LCD

[. . . ] CLC-200 Operation Manual CONTENTS General Description Specifications Gimbal Unit Assembly and Installation Portable Unit Assembly and Installation Operation Menu Functions Using the Zoom modes Understanding the Colors Typical Indications Frequently Asked Questions Maintenance Troubleshooting Other Vexilar Products Optional Transducers Service and Support 2 3 4 10 14 16 19 20 21 24 25 26 27 30 32 Founded in 1960, Vexilar, Inc. has a long history of bringing revolutionary technology to the sport fishing industry. Some of the Vexilar firsts include: the first liquid crystal display, the first fish alarm, the first three color display, the first CRT and straight line paper graphs, and the first split-screen zoom flasher for the sport fisherman. 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The five-color CLC-200 is a compact and light-weight liquid crystal depth sounder. It indicates depth, shows changes in bottom content, and conditions. [. . . ] The sweep speed should roughly match the speed of the boat. When in doubt, use the fastest sweep speed setting. AUTO_R AUTO_R controls the CLC-200's Automatic Range Control feature. When set to ON, the unit will automatically change the range to the optimal setting. To 16 select whether this feature is ON or OFF, highlight the item and press the MODE button on the control panel. In general, you will want to use the Automatic Range Control feature. However, there may be times when you want to lock a range setting or switch to a deeper range; for instance, if you want to see the second echo of the bottom. AUTO_G AUTO_G controls the CLC-200's Automatic Gain Control feature. To select whether this feature is ON or OFF, highlight the item and press the MODE button on the control panel. When set to ON, the unit will automatically adjust the gain level for optimal performance. Keep the feature set to ON for normal operation. You can set it to OFF if you want to change the gain setting to see more or less detail. F_ALARM F_ALARM turns the CLC-200's fish alarm feature on and off. To select whether this feature is ON or OFF, highlight the item and press the MODE button on the control panel. When set to ON, an alarm will sound each time the unit sees a substantial target separated from the bottom. The fish alarm makes a series of short beeps. 17 B_ALARM B_ALARM controls the Bottom Alarm feature. To select whether this feature is ON or OFF, highlight the item and press the MODE button on the control panel. When this (4) item is ON and highlighted, you can press the (3) to increase or decrease the minimum button or the depth at which the alarm will sound. The bottom alarm makes a series of long beeps. TEMP_ADJ TEMP_ADJ is used to calibrate the optional temperature sensor. Normally, this setting does not need to be changed, but it allows for adjustment if necessary. D_UNIT D_UNIT is used to switch the depth unit between Feet and Meters. RESET Use this feature to trouble shoot problems or to get back to a "known state". Highlight the RESET item and then press the MODE button to reset all items to the initial factory settings. 18 USING THE ZOOM MODES The CLC-200 offers three different types of depth views, Standard, Auto Zoom, and Bottom Lock. Pressing the Mode button on the front panel cycles through the different settings. Standard - This view is the normal depth view. It shows the entire water column from the surface to the bottom. This view shows the maximum amount of history, as it uses the entire width of the graphical view screen. [. . . ] It monitors your battery constantly as it is discharging and charging. Battery charge status is indicated with highly visible colored LED lights. 12 VOLT SEALED LEAD ACID BATTERY WITH CHARGER This Vexilar Battery was designed for sportsmen on the go, with rugged construction and design features that make it ideal for summer and winter use. With a near "bulletproof" charger, this system packs enough power to run your equipment for hours, and for years to come. 28 P-160 CARRYING CASE The unique Vexilar Flasher Carrying Case holds your FL-18, CLC-200, or other manufacturer's sonar or GPS. It has space for your transducer, a rechargeable battery, and the Vexilar Battery Status Indicator. [. . . ]