HawkEye® FT1P - FishTrax 1 Handheld Fish Finder

SONAR Like Nothing Else
FishTrax Intelligent Sonar uses SONAR sound waves to detect depth, locate fish, and define bottom contour, composition, and structure. Using specialized microprocessors, these sound waves are generated by the FishTrax display and sent to the FishTrax sonar sensor. The sonar sensor, acting first as a “speaker”, emits these sound waves as a series of pulses. Then, microseconds later, the sonar sensor switches to a “microphone” and listens for the return of the pulses as they bounce off of objects in the water column (sometimes referred to as “echoes”). The “echoes” are sent back to the display where using proprietary algorithms in the FishTrax software, they are analyzed for location, size, and composition of the objects. These signal are then arranged by FishTrax’s Human Interface Software and displayed in an easy to understand manner on the VirtuView ICON display.

Ultra-Light Power Supply
Space and weight saving design is great for kayaks and float tube anglers alike. This unit comes with auto switching dual-beam FishTrax Intelligent Sonar that will read up to 240 feet in 1/10 precision.

Adjustable Sensitivity
There are 5 user selectable sensitivity settings to choose from. Which one to use greatly depends on the clarity and/or depth of the water. Very clear water allows for a moderate sensitivity setting. Conversely, dirty water requires a higher sensitivity setting to target detail but will increase the irritating false readings. Targeting deep water fish generally requires greater sensitivity, especially in stained or dirty water. Salt and brackish water also require a comparatively higher sensitivity setting. While this analysis may seem confusing, the concept is simple. As the unit's sensitivity is elevated, a broader view and smaller details show on the screen. But, with a broader and stronger view comes more clutter and debris. The clearer the water, the less sensitivity needed to get accurate details and vice-versa.

Fish Alarms
You can set the FishTrax 1 to sound an audible alarm when a group of fish is detected. Turn it on, and when a fish passes under the sonar sensor, an audible alarm will sound. You can then use the fish depth scale to drop your bait to a depth that will get it in front of the fish. Leave the alarm on if you are using a crankbait so that you do not have to steadily watch for fish on the screen. If you hear the alarm, gently toss your bait at least 20 feet beyond the sonar sensor, allow the bait to drop to the depth of the fish alarm, and retrieve as recommended for the targeted species.

Side Scanning
Here are some ideas for maximizing the usefulness of the optional Side Scan Adapter: ~ Attach it to a dock piling and scan sideways for fish swimming by. ~ Attach it to a boat, kayak, or canoe hull and slow troll for fish, all the while keeping a lookout for fish behind or in front of you. ~ Attach it to a broomstick handle and search for the best fishing location. ~ Attach it to a broomstick and seek out the fish hiding away from your fishing hole while ice fishing.

Use a Broom Stick
By attaching the optional Side-Scan Adapter to an ordinary broomstick or paint roller handle purchased from a local hardware store, you can scan for fish suspended in the water column within 240' (75 m) of your location. Attach the sensor to a handle, lower the sensor into the water, and slowly move the sensor in a manner that will allow the signal to search the desired location (a sweeping motion similar to using a flashlight is most effective). Keep in mind the sonar signal is emitted from the base of the sensor. Scan down, sideways, or any combination of the two. Remember, to get depth and bottom contour and composition readings you will have to aim the signal at a solid object within 240' (75 m), however, FISH readings will be accurate, even if the depth reading is “-”.

Expandability Like No Other
The FishTrax 1's built-in expandability allows for the addition of accessories to adapt the fish finder to any fishing platform. Boat, Kayak, Canoe, Float Tube, Bank, Dock, Ice, etc. You choose the platform and select the accessories to adapt your HawkEye FishTrax Fish Finder to your fishing needs.