Cannon DIGI-TROLL 5 Ten Good Trolling Tips, Consider special knots and swivels. a good ball

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Ten Good Trolling Tips

1)Test your lures over the boat side before sending them down and back. Do this to make sure the lure wig- gles and wobbles properly without going belly up or wandering off. Some lures can be adjusted, fine tuned actually, to impart maximum action. For example, a slight bend in the tail of a spoon or twist of the hook eye in the nose of a plug can make a noticeable difference in how the lure performs.

Also, when running two or more lures, make sure the offerings are compatible. Lures that run out of harmony with each other are bound to tangle and that means wasted time to straighten out the mess. Testing them first will avoid the problem.

2)Consider different sizes, shapes, and colors of lures. No one has ever figured out with precision what makes a fish strike or snub a lure. There is no doubt, that matching the forage (minnows, crayfish, etc.) in color, shape, action, and size can help trigger those strikes from hungry fish. On the other hand, if fish such as bluegills, small mouth bass or Coho salmon are pro- tecting spawning beds, they may attack whatever is threatening. So, bright colors in lures may out produce bland colors.

3)Vary trolling speeds. Goosing the engine now and then or slowing to a crawl every so often will change the action of the lures and may get fish to strike them.

4)Vary trolling patterns and lead lengths. The amount of line you let out often determines how deep the lure will run and, to some extent, what degree of action it will impart. For starters, consider running lures about ten feet behind downrigger weights. If flat line trolling, put them back about fifty feet, then experiment depending on what the fish do.

Trolling patterns affect lure action too, that is why some anglers like to wheel a lazy S course. On turns, outside lures will speed up momentarily while inside lures hang for a moment or two. Fish may nail lures that change speeds. Also, zigzag patterns allow for more water coverage, plus it keeps lures out of propeller boil, an important consideration for browns and other wary species.

5)Locate fish on a vertical plane. Place lures in ar- eas where fish might be. Skilled fishermen call these areas the “strike zones”. They include the edges of the week beds, structure along bottom, drop-offs, preferred temperature of the target species, and the thermocline.

Remember that fish occupy certain areas for certain reasons (sources of food, protective cover, preferred temperatures, etc.).

6) Consider special knots and swivels. A good ball

Trolling

 

bearing swivel will all but eliminate line twist and will aid

Tips

in getting maximum performance from a lure. Many an-

 

glers add the tiny swivels to split rings already on the

 

lure itself. On the other hand, a swivel may dampen the

 

action of a sensitive lure, such as a Rapala. Some fish-

 

erman tie tiny improved clinch or loop knots. Loop knots

 

in particular may enhance up and down and side to side

 

action of lures. Any good fishing manual will explain how

 

to tie these and other knots.

 

7) Consider releases for flatline trolling. A good tip

 

is to secure a piece of downrigger cable or heavy mono-

 

filament to the water ski hook or handle below the tran-

 

som of most boats. To the other end of the mono or ca-

 

ble, add a pinch-r-release. After letting out your lure to

 

the desire distance, put the rod in its holder, then bend

 

the tip and secure the fishing line in the release.

 

8) Add a weed guard. Having trouble with weeds

 

hanging up lures? Consider tying a three-inch piece of

 

monofilament a foot above the lure. Leaves, smaller

 

weeds and other debris may catch here momentarily

 

then fall off to the side of the lure without tangling.

 

Weedless lures are another smart consideration. Down-

 

rigger cables are effective weed catchers when trolling

 

for pike, muskies, or bass in weed-infested lakes.

 

9) Add a stinger hook. When fish short strike, slap at

 

lures without becoming hooked, adding a stinger hook

 

can solve the problem. Simply tie a treble hook to one

 

end of a four inch piece of monofilament and then tie the

 

extra hook to the last gang of hooks on your lure. The

 

stinger hook, which trails the lure, provides extra insur-

 

ance.

 

10) Keep hooks sharp. Some of the best fishermen

 

sharpen all hooks after every fish caught. Hooks get dull

 

through both use and misuse, and probably more fish

 

are lost to dull points than anything else.

 

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Contents DIGI-TROLL 5 DIGI-TROLL 5 TS Table of Contents Safety and Cautions Warranty and RegistrationIntroduction Overview Cannon Limited Warranty Cable ReelBoom Swivel HeadInstalling the Base on Your Boat Decks up to 7/16 thick Downrigger Mounting on BoatsDecks thicker than 7/16 Low-Profile Swivel Base Decks thinner than 1/4Installing the Boom and Ball Hook Telescopic Boom only Telescopic Boom Boom END PulleyRemoving or replacing the spool Removable Spool CoverAttaching the ROD Holders Replacing the Clutch PADTerminating the Downrigger Cable Using Your DIGI-TROLL with the Intellitroll Accessory Using the Included Power Loss Manual Crank Handle Electrical Specifications & Wiring Instructions Connecting to the BatteryYour Boats Electrical Condition Red + Black Connect Multiple Batteries in Parallel Fuse / Breaker SpecificationsPowering Multiple Downriggers Typical Operating TimeOperating the Digi-Troll Digi-Troll 5 DisplayLCD Icon Layout Auto UP MenuDown Water ZeroMenu System Programming the Digi-TrollDownrigger when connected to Cannonlink Un/Coated Menu Digi-Troll Factory SettingsNetworking your Digi-Trolls Optional Intellitroll AccessoryPositive Ion Control System Cable Terminator Weight InsulatorFishing With Your Downrigger Manual DescentAnyone other than an authorized or factory service Using Positive Ion ControlThere are no user serviceable parts internal to Digi-Troll. Your warranty will be void if opened byMPH Ten Good Trolling Tips Consider special knots and swivels. a good ballConsider releases for flatline trolling. a good tip Troubleshooting ProblemSolution This page Intentionally Left Blank Digi-Troll List Parts Digi-Troll 5 TS 32 9100070 CON Leader Sleeve Digi-Troll 5 Series Wiring Diagram Page Environmental Compliance Statement

DIGI-TROLL 5, DIGI-TROLL 5 TS specifications

The Cannon DIGI-TROLL 5 TS and DIGI-TROLL 5 are sophisticated trolling motor controllers that represent a leap forward in fishing technology. Designed for the angler who demands precision, efficiency, and ease of use, these devices offer a suite of features that enhance the fishing experience.

A standout feature of both models is the integrated digital depth counter, which provides real-time readings of the depth at which the bait is deployed. This valuable information allows anglers to optimize their lure presentation and accurately target specific species. The ability to monitor depth digitally eliminates the guesswork and ensures that the bait is presented where the fish are most likely to be.

The DIGI-TROLL series also boasts advanced line counter technology, enabling users to track how much line has been let out. This feature is particularly beneficial when trolling multiple lines, as it helps maintain consistent bait depth and spacing. The precise line counter enhances productivity by reducing tangles and ensuring that each line is effectively set at the desired depth.

Another significant characteristic is the dual-speed control that both models offer. This allows users to customize the speed of their downrigger, giving anglers the versatility to adapt to changing conditions or particular fish behavior. The DIGI-TROLL 5 TS takes this a step further with a feature for auto-stop, which helps prevent overrun and provides added convenience when adjusting settings.

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