Sensitivity
Sensitivity and Auto Sensitivity are described in detail in the manual on page 55. To adjust sensitivity on the Flasher or Ice Flasher page, simply press ↑ to increase sensitivity and press ↓ to decrease sensitivity. The changes are displayed on the horizontal Sensitivity Control Bar. The Echo Strength Color Scale also changes as you adjust sensitivity.
Important:
Setting Sensitivity for Ice Fishing
The IceMachine's basic operation is pretty easy, right out of the box. If you're a sonar novice, try operating the unit with the automatic factory default settings until you get a feel for how it's working.
As you're learning the basics however, Sensitivity is the one important setting that you should adjust while ice fishing. We strongly recom- mend you try the following method for "tuning" your sensitivity to match the current water conditions. It will help you see your bait, cut through any clutter in the water and dramatically show fish when they move in to check your offering. As you learn to interpret the signals on the flasher screen, you'll be able to modify your presentation based on how fish react to your lure.
To adjust sensitivity:
1.Start with your IceMachine showing the Ice Flasher page, in the de- fault IceView color mode.
2.Drop your lure five to 10 feet directly below the transducer. You should be able to follow the fall of the bait on the flasher screen.
2.Use the arrow keys to turn the sensitivity up or down until the lure is barely visible as a black or blue signal band on the screen.
3.Now fish at the desired depth. When a fish approaches the bait, its signal will stand out from the lure because it will be a moving signal that is wider and a brighter color than your lure.
ColorLine
ColorLine is described in detail in the manual on page 43. ColorLine changes will be reflected in the Echo Strength Color Scale. This scale considers both sensitivity and ColorLine and then shows you the rela- tionship of signal strength to signal color. To adjust the ColorLine level:
1. From the Ice Flasher Page, press MENU↓ to COLORLINEENT.
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