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1. By renaming the files they will now have an index value to assign their individual positions within the sound list When building a FOXCAST sequence for example referencing sound 100 will link to Raspy Woodpecker While indexing is not required it can certainly be useful in many occasions 11 5 Using the FOXPRO Programming Utility The FOXPRO Sound Programming Utility for Windows based PC s can be downloaded from our website at the following link http www gofoxpro com programming Locate the Software Links heading and select the FOXPRO Programming Utility link When the page is loaded locate the Product Information box This box displays current version 47 number publication date and MD5 and SHA1 information for validating the installation file as being genuine The last item in the box contains the official download link To begin the download click on the Download button If you are upgrading from a previous version of the FOXPRO Programming Utility there is no need to uninstall the original version before launching the new installer as it will automatically upgrade for you Your original sound library storage folder will remain unchanged Depending upon what internet browser you are using you may be prompted to Open Run or Save the file that is being requested Some browsers may not prompt you for action and just save the file to your default Download folder If you are present
2. ii 10 QUICK Start Guide aria 11 2 1 Playing Sounds Manually cesses nnns 11 2 2 Shockwave Remote Setup ii 11 2 3 Playing Sounds Remotely 12 2 4 Using Presets FavoritesS i 13 Shockwave Manual Operation iii 14 3 1 Turning on the Power ii 14 3 2 Understanding the Screen i 14 3 3 Navigating the Shockwave nennen nnns 15 3 4 Playing Sounds Manually esses 15 3 5 Moving the SpeakersS enne ennt nnns 15 3 6 Using a T rIDOQ 5 atrata eene aU eh es 15 3 7 Accessing the Shockwave Parameter Menu eene 16 3 8 Parameter Menu Options amp Details eese 16 3 9 Charge Jack SpecificationS eese enne 17 3 10 External Speaker Jacks Specifications i 18 3 11 Auxiliary Device Jack Specifications esee 18 3 12 Integrated Mini USB Port ii 19 Shockwave Remote Operation nnne 19 4 1 What are FOX FEATURES nennen nennen 19 4 2 Turning on the Shockwave Remote i 19 4 3 Navigating the Shockwave Remote i 19 4 4 Understanding the Shockwave Remote Display 20 4 5 Accessing Shockwave Remote Configuration Menu 22 4 6 Verifying Channel of
3. located inside of the Sounds folder The file should look something similar to the following Example categories txt File Coyote Vocals 000 001 002 003 004 Fox Vocals 023 024 025 026 Whitetail Sounds 078 079 The above example shows the category layout for three categories Coyote Vocals Fox Vocals and Whitetail Sounds The sounds listed beneath each category name are the sounds that comprise that category Through simple editing of this file you can easily build your own category names and associated sound lists The best way to go about doing this is to have your Shockwave remote control next to you Turn it on and access the sound list Next to each one of the sounds is a three digit number This number is prefixed to the sound name by the Shockwave remote Let s say you want to create a raccoon category Look through your sound list and find your raccoon sounds For this example let s say that you encounter 5 raccoon sounds in your sound list on sounds 090 094 Open the categories txt file and add the following Example categories txt File Raccoon Sounds 090 091 092 49 093 094 Save the file and exit You have now successfully created your very first sound category As you can see the process is very simple to do The first line is the name of the category which appears in plaintext Beneath that category name you list the sounds numeric
4. Name Details MT Mute status indicator When the sound is muted a letter M will appear When a FOXFUSION sound is active the M M display may appear according to how the MUTE Pause control has been applied See the FOXFUSION section for more information VOL Volume level indicator Ranges 0 40 21 BATT Battery level indicator TIME R Displays either stand timer or real time clock When an alarm is indicated the background will blink red 4 5 Accessing Shockwave Remote Configuration Menu From the sounds screen push the Back Menu button a single time This will get the Shockwave configuration menu to appear There are a total of five elements that will appear on this menu FOX FEATURES Sound Settings Display Power Date Time r and TX1000 Settings Each of these items is displayed below with all possible values FOX FEATURES Menu This menu item provides access to turning FOX FEATURES on or off and their respective configurations Menu Item Description Values FoxBang Turns FOXBANG on or off Off Mute Aux Preset 5 Preset 4 Preset 3 Preset 2 Preset 1 FoxBang Sen Sets FOXBANG sensitivity Low Med High FOXMOTION Turns FOXMOTION on or off Off On Rate Sets the desired rate for speed of FOXMOTION 1 2 3 4 and 5 FOXPITCH Turns FOXPITCH on or off and sets the pitch 9 through 1 off 1 adjustment level through 9 Auto Volume Turns
5. 3IXT000 Settings ete e reet Se tee es 40 9 1 Radio Channel crises ccr tr ee Rb te TEM ERE ae 40 9 2 Download List cs 2 ee e dee e er e dde 41 9 3 AUX ad de ter teli eet ic nau wits 41 9 4 MBs 41 9 5 Temperature Units eee ete eee petet risen Pe dads cia 41 9 6 Barometer Measurement Units 000 i 42 9 7 IIIS C 42 9 8 About Info erariale baciare 42 9 9 Restore Defaults nett eve e tee tor it theses 42 10 Shockwave Remote USB Operation esee 43 10 1 Editing the Presets File sees nnne 44 10 2 Viewing the FOXDATA FI l ii 44 11 Programming the Shockwave nnne nnne nnns 45 11 1 Requirements lede Lea aaa aeo ade eoe 45 11 2 Connecting to a Computer ene c ecc 45 11 3 Manual Programming Process iii 46 11 4 Indexing the FileS ii 47 11 5 Using the FOXPRO Programming Utility eese 47 11 6 Editing the Categories Manually iii 49 11 7 Editing the Categories with FOXPRO Utility ii 50 11 8 Updating the Remote PlayYlist 50 12 Creating FOXCAST Sequence Files ii 51 12 1 Creating FOXCAST Sequences Manually esee 51 12 2 Enabling File Extensions in Windows eene 52 12 3 Placing Sequences i
6. F 5 C to 30 C e Disconnect any all accessory devices that may be attached to the Shockwave prior to charging This includes external speakers auxiliary devices and USB cables e Make sure that the rechargeable battery pack is installed in the Shockwave properly e Connect the approved FOXPRO charger to the charger jack on the Shockwave and attach the transformer to the appropriate outlet e Remember that NiMH batteries self discharge about 1 per day e Do not leave charging batteries unattended e Remove batteries from battery holder when caller will not be used for prolonged periods to help prevent deep discharge e Recharge your batteries periodically even when not in use to prevent deep discharge 3 10 External Speaker Jacks Specifications The Shockwave features two external speaker jacks These are standard 3 5mm female jacks that can accept a 3 5mm male plug When selecting an external speaker to use with the Shockwave note that FOXPRO recommends the use of a speaker with 80 Impedance FOXPRO carries a variety of external speakers for purchase that can be used with the Shockwave You can view the line of speakers online by visiting www gofoxpro com Connect an external speaker to Your Shockwave 1 Make sure that the Shockwave is powered off before connecting an external speaker 2 Connectthe plug from the external speaker to either the left or right external speaker jack 3 Turnon the Shockwave
7. if both FOXBANG and FOXGRIP are activated MOON Moon phase indicator Displays an icon depicting the current moon phase Correct moon phase display requires proper date and time configuration BAROM Barometer Displays the barometric pressure in either inches or millimeters depending upon configuration When enough measurements have been taken an arrow showing trend up down will appear When elevation is set correctly this value is automatically corrected TEMP Thermometer Displays the current temperature in either C or F depending upon configuration Primary Display Area Overview 20 FOXPRO FM FB MOON BAROM TEMP Off On 29 29 int 80F Favorites Presets eemBird Distress mi Rodents Domestic BATT TIME R Details The image above shows the primary display area for the Shockwave remote with default settings using the day theme Above the menu items you will see Categories which is the title of this particular screen When you enter other menu sections the title will change accordingly The two main items on the screen Favorites Presets and FoxCast options are always available on this screen in both Category and Sound List mode Directly beneath FoxCast begins the category listings If using sound list mode you will then see Sound List as the third option Bottom Status Line Overview TETTETETT TITTET UO LE 01 LULA 29
8. non rechargeable Li Cells disposable lithium batteries and Li Pack FOXPRO s rechargeable lithium battery pack Note If you are using an external 12VDC sealed lead acid battery be sure to select NiMH as the battery type for best results Remote Channel Change the Shockwave radio channel from 0 15 Note that the Shockwave remote must be on the same channel File List Changes how sound names are displayed No Numbers results in the sound names being displayed without their numerical ID while Numbered prefixes the names with the number Play Mode Sound playback mode Choose from single sound plays one time and stops repeat sound plays continuously or jukebox sound plays once and then moves on to the next sound Auto Off Automatically shut off the Shockwave after a period of inactivity Values are Off disabled 1 2 4 or 8 hours Any radio traffic will reset the timer Note It is recommended that you disable auto shut off when using FOXCAST sequence files 16 3 9 Charge Jack Specifications This jack is designed to be used only with the FOXPRO recharging kit that includes 10 AA rechargeable batteries and 110VAC wall charger The Shockwave digital game caller is designed to operate on 10 AA batteries FOXPRO has several charging accessories available for purchase For optimal performance it is recommended that you use high capacity 2300 mAh or higher NiMH Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable
9. speakers decoys USB cables etc prior to starting this process Turn on the Shockwave and Shockwave remote control Access the main menu on the Shockwave remote Select the TX1000 Settings menu Select the Download Sound List item from the menu to initiate the transfer mx RS Once the process is complete you will see an overview on the screen showing you how many sounds sequences and categories have been detected during the transfer process Exit the menu and return to your sound list to review the changes you have made 50 If there were any problems during the transfer the Shockwave remote will revert back to the previous sound list as a failsafe A IMPORTANT NOTE Verify that the Shockwave and Shockwave remote are set to operate on the same channel prior to updating the sound list If they are not on the same channel you will have difficulty in getting the list to update 12 Creating FOXCAST Sequence Files This section will provide you with detailed information on creating and installing FOXCAST sequence files in your Shockwave digital game caller 12 1 Creating FOXCAST Sequences Manually This process requires some basic computer operations experience If you are not very experienced with computers it is recommended that you seek help prior to performing any of the following steps A FOXCAST sequence file is a simple text based file that contains unique instructions to guide your Shockwave t
10. 008 loaded in the list You can use the Scroll Buttons to cycle through the sounds Once you get to the end of the current page the proceeding lines will advance one by one After highlighting the name of the sound 25 you wish to play you can then push the Play Select button a single time to start playback of your primary sound Unless you changed the volume prior to pushing Play Select the volume will start off at level 0 so you will need to increase the volume using the volume up button in order to hear it play 4 8 Volume amp Mute Control The volume can be adjusted by using the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons on the keypad mid operation prior to selecting a sound or even while the caller is muted Volume ranges from 0 through 40 and the volume is increased in steps These steps are configured through the main menu under Sound Settings The available stepping values are 1 2 3 and 5 By default the Shockwave remote is set for a volume stepping value of 2 Volume can be controlled automatically by a feature called Auto Volume A IMPORTANT NOTE When you mute a sound with the Shockwave remote control the Shockwave game call display will show an M to the right of the onboard volume level indicator as well If you are actively using a FOXFUSION sound only the primary sound will display an M while muted whereas the Shockwave remote shows M to indicate the FOXFUSION sound is muted If you perform a double m
11. FOXPRO website The following address will direct you to the FOXPRO Online FOXCAST Sequence File Generator http www gofoxpro com foxcast This easy to use site allows you to quickly assemble and download FOXCAST sequence files to your computer or directly to your FOXPRO game call The site has plenty of instructions to help get you started Just remember to save the sequence files into the Sounds folder in the Shockwave 12 5 Synchronizing the Shockwave Remote Before you can access your FOXCAST sequence files on the Shockwave remote you must download a new copy of the sound list To perform this please see chapter 11 in the section Updating the Shockwave Remote Sound List 13 Firmware Updates The Shockwave digital game call and Shockwave remote both feature the ability to have firmware updates installed from home It is crucial to determine which version of game call and remote you have prior to performing any of the update procedures 13 1 Shockwave Digital Game Call V1 5 and higher The Shockwave digital game call features a mini USB port Make sure you have the appropriate mini USB type A B cable for connecting the Shockwave to a PC This same cable can be used to connect the Shockwave TX1000 remote to your PC as well 53 Shockwave digital game call versions 1 5 and higher do not require specific software to perform the update Therefore the update can be performed on virtually any modern computer with the appro
12. Include a note describing the defect or problem This limited warranty is void if the unit is physically damaged used in a manner contrary to intended use or otherwise abused either intentionally or unintentionally Also specifically excluded are batteries and damage caused by attempts to charge batteries not intended to be recharged and water damage FOXPRO 14 Fox Hollow Drive Lewistown PA 17044 Online Warranty Registration You can register your Shockwave digital game call online at the following address locate the Warranty Registration link on the left of this page http www gofoxpro com warranty Make sure that you retain a hard copy of your proof of purchase i e store receipt for any future warranty claims 60
13. and begin playing a sound to hear the external speaker in action 3 11 Auxiliary Device Jack Specifications The Shockwave is equipped with an auxiliary jack labeled AUX This jack is located on the front of the Shockwave The purpose of this jack is to allow for the connection of certain external devices such as Jack Predator Decoys for triggering their action on and off by using the Shockwave remote control While you may be able to connect other devices to the auxiliary jack beyond Jack Predator Decoys there are strict electrical limits involved with this jack If these limits are exceeded damage to your Shockwave will result That damage is not covered by warranty The electrically inclined will want to know that the jack is connected to the drain of an internal FET with a maximum current rating of 2A The tip polarity of the 3 5mm jack is positive the sleeve is negative If the external device is connected with reverse polarity an internal production diode within the FET will conduct causing the device to stay on constantly The maximum voltage applied to this jack cannot exceed 15VDC Instructions for connecting various devices to the auxiliary jack are beyond the scope of this manual You are urged to seek help from a knowledgeable professional before connecting any unapproved devices to the jack Keep in mind that any damage to the Shockwave as a result of 18 improper use of the auxiliary jack is not covered by the warranty
14. called FOXFUSION Sounds To access the FOXFUSION Sounds list push the FOXFUSION button on the right side of the remote control Both sounds will have their own unique properties such as volume level and they can both be muted independently or together The FOXFUSION button on the remote allows you to switch back and forth between the primary and FOXFUSION sound To Fuse Two Sounds 1 Turn on the Shockwave and Shockwave remote 2 Select a sound and volume like normal this is the primary sound 3 Push the FOXFUSION button on the right side of the Shockwave remote The screen title changes to FOXFUSION Sounds 4 Select the FOXFUSION sound in the same manner you would the primary sound and then push Play Select to initiate playback Both sounds should now be playing 27 IMPORTANT NOTE While FOXFUSION is engaged changing the primary sound results in FOXFUSION automatically shutting off If you engage other FOX FEATURES you may receive a warning message that FOXFUSION will be deactivated by continuing Tip from FOXPRO FOXFUSION has a variety of possible uses in the field Combining two different coyote howls provides a great effect of two coyotes in a given area talking back and forth With the independent mute capabilities you can create endless scenarios Experiment with FOXFUSION before heading out on a hunt to put together a list of combinations that you would like to try utilizing and
15. cells or FOXPRO s rechargeable lithium battery pack rather than alkaline types When you operate your Shockwave to play sounds at extremely loud volume levels the current demand on the batteries is much more than alkaline cells can deliver Consequently the run times for these batteries can be very short All FOXPRO rechargeable battery kits are shipped with individual instruction sets that pertain to their unique operations The following list of cautions and warnings should be observed with any rechargeable system you decide to use A WARNING e Never attach an unapproved or a non FOXPRO charger to your Shockwave Damages caused by plugging unapproved charging devices into your Shockwave will not be covered by warranty e Never connect your Shockwave to an unregulated 12V system i e automotive systems high current power supplies etc Serious damage will occur which is not covered by the warranty The charge jack is intended only for FOXPRO chargers e Do not mix battery types For example never use NiMH rechargeable batteries in conjunction with non rechargeable alkaline batteries GENERAL PRECAUTIONS FOR CHARGING e Never attempt to charge batteries that are not intended to be recharged This includes both Zinc Carbon and alkaline cells The resulting damage can be serious and will not be covered by the warranty For maximum charge efficiency we recommend charging your Shockwave in temperatures ranging from 40 F to 85
16. conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance Note Units exported beyond the boundaries of North America are not FCC certified FOXPRO Inc makes every attempt at complying with regional regulations governing radio spectrum However it is the user s responsibility to ensure compliance with local laws and ordinances that govern the use of radio controlled devices in the area of operation Industry Canada Notice This device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesirable operation of the device Le pr sent appareil est conforme aux CNR d Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autoris e aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produire de brouilage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique subi m me si le brouillage est susceptible d en compromettre le functionnement 59 18 Warranty Statement Your FOXPRO game call is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship that diminish its usefulness for a period of five years from the date of purchase if the item was purchased from a FOXPRO Authorized Retailer Return the unit prepaid and packaged securely along with proof of purchase to the address shown below
17. each of the options their values and how they affect operation 6 1 Volume Step The Shockwave remote has a range of volumes from 0 40 Increasing the volume in the field by increments of 1 may be too slow for some and therefore this stepping value is configurable You can choose from 1 2 3 and 5 The factory default setting is 2 Changing the Volume Step Value 1 Access the Sound Settings menu and select Volume Step 2 Use the scroll buttons to adjust the value up or down 3 When the desired value is set push the Play Select button to lock it in 34 6 2 Primary amp Secondary FOXFUSION Mode This setting allows you to configure how the primary and secondary FOXFUSION sounds will be played back through the Shockwave There are three modes of playback Repeat default Single and Jukebox In the default repeat mode the sound will loop repeatedly every time it ends In single mode the sound will play one time and stop In jukebox mode once the sound has played through entirely it will then move on to the next sound in the list You can mix the playback modes across the primary and secondary sounds For example you can have one sound repeating on the primary and then have the secondary operate in jukebox mode stepping through all of the sounds Changing the Primary Mode and Secondary Mode 1 Access the Sound Settings menu and select either Pri Mode or Sec Mode FOXFUSION Use the scroll buttons to cycle
18. now be displayed Use the scroll buttons to highlight a sound that you wish to play and then push the Play Select button to begin playback You then must use the volume up button to raise the volume level to your desired setting To mute the sound simply push the Mute button Un muting is accomplished by pushing the Mute button a second time You can quickly change to a different sound by highlighting it on the screen and then pushing the Play Select button To quickly go back to the previous sound you can push the Recall button For more detailed information on remote operations and configuration please continue to Chapter 4 3 1 Using Presets Favorites The Shockwave remote is capable of storing up to 50 unique presets or favorites A preset is a shortcut to a particular sound which has a defined volume level The Shockwave remote has 4 quick access preset buttons located on the top left and right see image 1 2 in Chapter 1 By default your Shockwave remote will have no presets established The following instructions will describe how to setup a preset To Create a Preset Favorite 1 From the main screen select the Favorites Presets menu item 2 Select one of the 50 preset slots Notice that the screen will indicate Preset Recording The first step is to select the sound 3 Use the scroll buttons to highlight the sound you want to establish for this preset and then push the Play Select button 4 The las
19. relative only to the maximum volume that Auto Volume will climb to during its operational cycle If you change sounds while AUTO VOLUME is turned on it will be automatically turned off 5 6 User Button The User button is located on the bottom left side of your Shockwave remote keypad This button can be assigned a function of your choice for quick one button access You can choose from preset 5 theme change FOXBANG FOXMOTION Auto Volume time r toggle timer reset or backlight Programming the User Button 1 Access the FOX FEATURES menu on the Shockwave remote and locate USER 2 Select USER and use the scroll buttons to cycle through the available options 3 When the desired option has been set push Play Select to lock it in If you selected FOXMOTION as your USER button feature please be aware that it will actually toggle the state of FOXMOTION For example if FOXMOTION is turned off when you push the USER button it will automatically turn on FOXMOTION and take you straight to the configuration screen If you have FOXMOTION on already it will turn it off If you change sounds FOXMOTION will be turned off 5 7 FOXDATA If you enjoy keeping records of your hunts and studying the records frequently to detect trends or patterns then FOXDATA will become an important feature for you FOXDATA is a digital 31 journal of sorts that allows you to track details from any hunt with the intent of archiving those details for futu
20. through the available values When the appropriate setting is displayed push the Play Select button to lock it in When using FOXCAST mode or presets for playback these modes will be overridden 6 3 Speaker Mode There are three speaker modes available for you to select from These modes affect how sounds are played through the speakers The modes are Stereo Mono and Sep Mon Separate Mono By default the device will be setup for stereo speaker mode As the Shockwave has a quad speaker setup left horn cone and right horn cone a stereo audio file will be split so that the left channel plays through the left speakers while the right channel plays through the right speakers If you are operating with FOXFUSION with stereo sounds the left right channel distribution will be the same Mono mode results in left right channels being condensed so that the same sounds play through all speakers at the same time If using FOXFUSION both sounds will play through both speakers Separate mono will mainly affect FOXFUSION Your primary sound will only play through the right speakers regardless of stereo or mono and the secondary will only play through the left speakers 6 4 Right and Left Speaker This setting allows you to configure whether the speakers play simultaneously or individually You choose to have both operating at once or one or the other The right speaker is chained 35 with the front external speaker and the left speaker
21. to become familiar with FOXFUSION operation Even more consider fusing together two stereo audio files each plays a sound through one speaker for effectively playing 4 sounds at one time Mute Operation in Conjunction with FOXFUSION Mute operation with FOXFUSION engaged is slightly different than normal operation When on the regular Sounds screen pushing the mute button will result in both the primary sound and FOXFUSION sound being muted The mute status indicator will display M M By switching to the FOXFUSION Sounds screen pushing and holding the mute button for about 2 3 seconds will result in the FOXFUSION sound being muted only The mute status indicator will display M To mute the primary sound you must push and hold the mute button for about 2 3 seconds while on the regular Sounds screen The screen will display M Actions that Won t Work with FOXFUSION There are a number of actions that will not work while FOXFUSION is engaged They are listed below e You cannot fuse presets or FOXCAST sequences only individual sounds Actions that Will Deactivate FOXFUSION By making any of the following actions FOXFUSION will be deactivated e Changing of the primary sound Engaging other FOX FEATURES e Pushing a preset quick access button FOXBANG activation e Playback of a FOXCAST sequence 5 2 FOXMOTION FOXMOTION is a unique feature that allows you to move the sound between the left and right speaker
22. your home computer see chapter 10 To review the instructions for creating presets manually just using the Shockwave remote see Chapter 2 5 FOX FEATURES This section explores all of the available FOX FEATURES in depth to help you understand how to use them and get the most out of your calling experience It is important to note that some FOX FEATURES are not compatible with other FOX FEATURES and some remote operations will override FOX FEATURES when called upon As a result there may be times when you try to perform an operational change with the Shockwave remote that results in a pop up message asking you if you wish to cancel the current FOXFEATURE to enable the desired operation A IMPORTANT NOTE No matter what FOX FEATURE you have engaged if you change the primary sound from one sound to another it will automatically disengage the active FOX FEATURE FOX FEATURES will work with some other modes of operation such as Jukebox Mode and FOXCAST but as soon as switch to a different sound that feature will be turned off 5 1 FOXFUSION FOXFUSION allows you to fuse combine two individual sounds while operating your Shockwave When you play a sound normally as described in chapter 4 you access your sound or category list pick the sound and push Play Select This sound that you pick is your main or primary sound The secondary sound or FOXFUSION sound is picked separately from a similar sound or category list
23. 0 2 Quick Start Guide The Shockwave user manual is rather lengthy covering all aspects of the Shockwave and remote control We realize that some of you may wish to jump directly into basic operations such as playing sounds manually remotely and using presets This is a very brief overview and it is strongly recommended that you read this manual entirely in order to fully understand all capabilities of the system 2 1 Playing Sounds Manually After installing batteries as described in Chapter 1 turn on the Shockwave by rotating the volume power knob clockwise The on board display will activate and show system information during the power on cycle After it is fully powered the sound list will be displayed Use the scroll buttons on the front of the Shockwave to scroll through the available sound list When you find a sound you wish to play simply push the Menu Select button to initiate playback You can then use the volume knob to adjust volume up or down to a desired level By pushing the Menu Select button a single time while a sound is playing you can mute the sound A subsequent press will un mute To begin playback of a different sound simply scroll through the list find the sound and push the Menu Select button For more detailed information on manual operations and Shockwave configurations please continue on to Chapter 3 2 2 Shockwave Remote Setup After installing batteries or changing batteries in the
24. A IMPORTANT NOTE Before connecting the Shockwave remote to a computer be sure that it has fresh batteries installed The Shockwave remote must be powered on while connected to a computer If the device loses power while connected to a computer during a write mode there is a possibility of corruption of the file system Make sure the batteries are fresh to prevent any damage from occurring Connecting the Shockwave Remote to a Computer 1 Connect the USB cable from the jack on the Shockwave remote to a USB port in the computer 2 Poweron the Shockwave remote The screen should activate and show USB Active instead of the sound screen 3 Your operating system will then detect the device and take the necessary steps to make it accessible for you Windows users will see a new drive appear named TX1000 Mac users will see a new icon appear on their desktop called TX1000 A IMPORTANT NOTE Depending upon your computer setup and operating system the exact details of what will happen when you connect the device may vary slightly In general the operating system will detect that a piece of hardware has been detected From there you should receive some sort of visual or audible notification that something has been plugged in When the Shockwave remote is connected to a computer you can browse through the device just as you would any other USB storage device Inside of the file system you should encounter tw
25. B type A B cable for connecting the remote to your PC The update software is only compatible with PC s running Microsoft Windows XP and newer You can download the installation program from the following link http www gofoxpro com fwupdate Ample instructions are present on the website to aid you in the update process You are welcome to contact FOXPRO technical support for assistance in this matter Begin by verifying the batteries in your FOXPRO TX1000 remote are fresh or fully charged It is crucial that the batteries are fresh or fully charged prior to starting this process If the batteries are weak and cause the device to lose power during the update process the device could be damaged to an extent where it is no longer usable Again make sure your batteries are fresh or fully charged and then follow the instructions below 54 Turn off the TX1000 Open the update utility software 3 Push and hold the user button on the bottom left of the remote While holding in the user button turn the remote on You will observe a screen displaying FOXPRO TX1000 FIRMWARE UPGRADE CONNECT USB CABLE START UPGRADE UTILITY Connect the USB cable from the TX1000 to the computer Push the Connect button on the utility to start the update When complete disconnect the TX1000 from the computer and turn it on You should now see the new firmware version number 14 Product Care amp Maintenance In order to help get years of trouble fre
26. FOXPRO High Performance Game Calls SHOCKWAVE Instruction Manual FOXPRO Inc 14 Fox Hollow Drive e Lewistown PA 17044 e 717 248 2507 www gofoxpro com Important Information FOXPRO s goal is to provide our customers with the highest quality products in the industry We take great pride in manufacturing our products in the USA Please do not hesitate to contact us for assistance comments or questions FOXPRO Inc 14 Fox Hollow Drive Lewistown PA 17044 717 248 2507 Fax 717 247 3594 Hours of Operation Monday Friday 8AM 5PM EST Contact Us Customer Service 717 248 2507 Toll Free Orders Only 866 463 6977 General Inquiry E mail sales gofoxpro com Stay up to date with the latest sounds by visiting our online sound library Watch for new products and upgrades from FOXPRO Visit us online WWW gofoxpro com e Game Calls This manual the animal sounds stored in your caller and animal sounds purchased from FOXPRO Inc for installation in your caller is protected by copyright Publication Date November 7 2014 Copyright 2014 by FOXPRO Inc REV6 Contents 1 4 Getting Started noue lella 7 1 1 Whatsinth BOX ausis tiee tu ie tore oet Thee the iba erede 7 1 2 Shockwave First GlaNcCe ii 7 1 3 Shockwave Requirements esses eene eene nnne nnn 8 1 4 Shockwave Remote First Glance ui 9 1 5 Shockwave Remote Requirements
27. IP activations only All other records are generated by pushing the FOXDATA button a single time Using FOXDATA 1 At the beginning of a hunt before you start calling push and hold the FOXDATA button for 1 2 seconds This button is located on the side of the Shockwave remote 2 Select Hunt Started After selecting this option FOXDATA recording begins To check whether other not FOXDATA is actively recording access the FOXDATA menu screen The title bar will display R FoxData Comment where the R is the active recording indicator 3 Optionally select the current weather conditions to further notate this hunt The options are listed in a chart below 4 Proceed forward with your hunt and use the caller just like you normally would Each time you wish to create a log entry push the FOXDATA button a single time and the current state will be recorded 5 After you have completed the hunt push the FOXDATA button for 1 2 seconds and select one of the shown options to close the session with a specific comment reflecting the outcome of the hunt 32 The options for ending a hunt are outlined in the table below Ending Name Description Successful Call Successfully called in animal no kill shot provided Successful Call Kill Successfully called in and killed animal Shots Fired Miss Successfully called in took shot missed Camera Shot Successfully called in shot with camera Nothing Seen
28. Nothing called in Premature Ending Interrupted weather human other The options for weather conditions are outlined in the table below Weather Description Weather Clear Clear skies or mostly clear Weather Cloudy Cloudy skies or mostly cloudy Weather Overcast Overcast conditions Weather Rain Rainy conditions Weather Snow Snowy conditions Weather conditions may change while in the field As a result you can update the weather notation throughout the hunt to best reflect your observations while in the field A A IMPORTANT NOTE A quick press and release of the FOXDATA button results in a FOXDATA record being created without prompting you for a comment When FOXBANG and or FOXGRIP are active and triggered a FOXDATA record is made IMPORTANT NOTE Even though FOXDATA provides weather condition selections including rain and snow be aware that the Shockwave and Shockwave remote are not weather proof or weather resistant Proactive measures should be taken prior to using the devices in adverse weather conditions Placing the caller in a protective container or case rather than leaving it out in the elements will help prevent damages that are not covered under the warranty terms IMPORTANT NOTE If you are performing a factory reset on the Shockwave remote be aware that it will erase your FOXDATA file In order to preserve the data for future use make sure that you ba
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30. Shockwave remote it is recommended that you make it a routine to take a moment to setup the date and time settings This section will explain these setup configurations Setting the Clock 1 Access the Date Time r menu and select Time 2 Use the scroll buttons to set the current time 3 Push Play Select to lock it in The clock can be displayed in either the standard 12 hour format or 24 hour format military time Configuring Time Format 1 Access the Date Time r menu and select Time Format 2 Use the scroll buttons to select either 12 or 24 hour time format 3 Push Play Select to lock in the setting 11 The bottom status line of the Shockwave display can show either the current time or the stand timer The stand timer will only be displayed if it is turned on otherwise the clock will show the current time The Shockwave remote will keep track of the current date in order to properly render moon phases This needs to be setup when you first start using the Shockwave remote A IMPORTANT NOTE The Shockwave remote control features a moon phase indicator In order to display the correct moon phase it is imperative that you enter the correct date Otherwise the displayed information may not be correct Setting the Date 1 Access the Date Time r menu and select Date 2 By default the first option is the month Use the scroll buttons to select the current month and then push the Pl
31. ally based upon their assignment within the Shockwave remote control Any time you modify the category file in the Shockwave you must download the playlist to the Shockwave remote control 11 7 Editing the Categories with FOXPRO Utility Make sure that you have installed the FOXPRO Sound Programming Utility as described in section 11 5 When working with the Shockwave and the utility you will notice the Edit Categories button above the Caller Sound Files column Click on this button to launch the category editor The screen provides a split screen view The left pane shows all of the sounds installed in your Shockwave The right pane shows all of the categories or no categories if none have been defined To create a new category click on the New Category button type in the desired name then click OK The new category will appear on the right To move sounds into a specific category click and drag the desired sound from the list on the left into the category on the right Note that when you are dragging the sound the mouse pointer will turn into a speaker When you are finished assigning sounds into categories click on the Save Done button to exit Be sure to update the playlist on the remote control as described in section 11 8 11 8 Updating the Remote Playlist Before carrying out the steps listed below make sure that you have fresh batteries in your Shockwave and Shockwave remote control Disconnect all accessories
32. art corresponds to a graphic on the next page that depicts the Shockwave remote Certain aspects of the Shockwave remote will be marked with a number which corresponds to the chart defining that particular element Number Description Number Description 1 Quick access preset buttons 11 Recall button 2 FOXDATA button 12 Auxiliary button 3 Power on off button 13 Mute button 4 Scroll up button 14 Volume up button 5 Volume down button 15 Back menu button 6 Play select button 16 FOXFUSION button 7 Scroll down button 17 Mini USB Port 8 FOXPITCH 9 USER button 10 Lanyard loop FOXPRO Inc Model TX1000 FOC ID Contains C6M622 IC Contains 8027A 514 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following tw is 1 This d not cause 17 FEET 3 e fa o em BIN Un AU FOXPRO fe pr pk ELO Figure 1 2 Shockwave Remote Control 1 5 Shockwave Remote Requirements The Shockwave remote control operates on 3 AA batteries It is recommended that you use high quality lithium or alkaline batteries for the best performance Installing Batteries in the Shockwave Remote 1 Access the battery compartment by removing the door from the back of the remote The door slides down and off of the remote Place the batteries into each battery cavity while observing polarity as indicated Slide the battery compartment door back on the remote 1
33. auto volume on or off Off on USER Allows for assigning a function to the USER button Theme FOXBANG Preset 5 FOXMOTION Auto Volume Time r Toggle Timer Reset Backlight FoxGrip Turn FoxGrip on or off Off On Button 1 Assign FoxGrip button 1 Feature Preset 1 Preset 2 Preset 3 Preset 4 Preset 5 Aux Mute FoxData Button 2 Assign FoxGrip button 2 Feature Preset 1 Preset 2 Preset 3 Preset 4 Preset 5 Aux Mute FoxData FoxGrip Unit ID Displays the FoxGrip unit identification number Erase FOXDATA Enables you to erase the FOXDATA file N A 22 Sound Settings Menu This menu item provides access to various playback configurations speaker configurations and more Menu Item Description Values Volume Step Allows you to set the volume stepping value 1 2 3and5 Pri Mode Set the play mode for the primary sound Repeat Juke Single Sec Mode Set the play mode for the FOXFUSION sound Repeat Juke Single Spkr Mode Sets the speaker mode Stereo Mono Sep Mono Right Speaker Turns the right speaker and right external speaker Off on on or off Left Speaker Turns the left speaker and left external speaker on Off on or off Preset Mt Preset mute override If the sound is muted and Off on O R this is set to on the remote will un mute the caller and start playing the preset Display Power Menu Thi
34. ay Select button 3 Next you set the day using the same method described above and then push Play Select 4 Finally set the year and push Play Select to lock it in There are three different date formats that you can choose from depending upon your personal preference They are month day year year month day and day month year Configuring Date Format 1 Access the Date Time r menu and select Date Format 2 Use the scroll buttons to cycle through the options 3 When your desired date format is shown push Play Select to lock it in 2 3 Playing Sounds Remotely 3 A IMPORTANT NOTE The Shockwave remote control is not intended to operate the caller at distances shorter than 1 meter 3 feet If the remote is located too close to the caller proper operation cannot be ensured Make sure that you have properly installed batteries in both the Shockwave and Shockwave remote as described within Chapter 1 Turn on the Shockwave by turning the volume power knob clockwise Turn on the Shockwave remote by pushing and holding the power button for approximately about 1 2 seconds When powered on the Shockwave on board display will show the sound list The Shockwave remote default view will display the available categories 12 Using the scroll buttons on the Shockwave remote highlight the category you wish to pick a sound from and then push the Play Select button The sounds assigned to that category will
35. ck up the file prior to doing a factory reset 33 5 8 FOXGRIP This provides you with the ability to setup a FOXGRIP accessory To use the FOXGRIP accessory with your Shockwave you must first pair the FOXGRIP device with your Shockwave remote control Pairing the FOXGRIP to your Shockwave Remote 1 Make sure that your FOXGRIP has a fresh battery installed 2 Access the FOX FEATURES menu and locate the FOXGRIP Unit ID menu option 3 Push the Play Select button a single time A message will appear stating Activate FOXGRIP to pair now 4 Push the button on your FOXGRIP The Shockwave remote will detect the signal and then display the FOXGRIP Unit ID to the right of the menu item After the FOXGRIP device is paired with your Shockwave remote the next step is to determine what particular feature you would like to assign to FOXGRIP The following options are available FOXDATA mute auxiliary preset 5 preset 4 preset 3 preset 2 and preset 1 To disable FOXGRIP set this to off Assigning a feature to FOXGRIP 1 Access the FOX FEATURES menu and locate the FOXGRIP menu item 2 Push the Play Select button and then use the scroll buttons to cycle through the available options 3 After locating the desired option push the Play Select button to lock it in 6 Sound Settings The sound settings menu allows you to select how the Shockwave plays your sounds how the speakers work and so forth This section will explore
36. ckwave Remote Channel of Operation 1 Turn on the Shockwave remote 2 Access the main menu and select the TX1000 Settings menu item 24 3 Radio Channel will be the first option The channel will be shown to the right of the text This needs to be the same value that is set for the Shockwave 4 Tochange the channel highlight Radio Channel and then push the Play Select button Then use the scroll buttons to cycle through the available channels 0 15 5 When the proper channel is selected push the Play Select button to lock it in 4 7 Playing Sounds with the Remote The first operation that most users want to perform is playing sounds There are multiple methods in which you can initiate sound playback Before attempting to play sounds be sure that the Shockwave and Shockwave remote both have fresh batteries installed and that both devices are powered on There are two sound view mode options within the Shockwave remote Sound List and Categories This is configured through the TX1000 Settings item in the main menu The method of playing a sound is identical for both modes the way the sounds are displayed on the screen is the only difference By default the Shockwave remote is setup to display the sounds by categories To change how the sounds are displayed access the TX1000 Settings menu and locate the menu item titled View Highlight View and the push the Play Select button a single time Use th
37. e level the caller will default to volume level 0 A FOXCAST sequence file must always end with a specific ending statement J represents jukebox mode When you end a sequence with J once the sequence has played through a single time it will automatically begin playing the next FOXAST sequence Q represents quit Once the sequence has played entirely the Shockwave will go silent R represents repeat Once the sequence has played entirely the Shockwave will play that sequence again until it is interrupted by the operator The Shockwave can accept up to 20 FOXCAST sequence files These files will need to be in a format such as Example FOXCAST Sequence File Names S00 My Coyote Sequence 1 seq S01 My Bobcat Sequence seq S02 Mountain Lion Calls seq Each file can be broken down into two parts The first part SO1 My Coyote Sequence describes the title or name of this particular sequence The second part seq is the file extension that defines this file as a FOXCAST sequence file Note that the seq file extension is not native to any operating system This is a unique file extension for FOXPRO game calls with FOXCAST A FOXCAST sequence file may appear as an unknown file type and display on your computer as unknown or unassociated icon On a Windows based PC using a piece of software such as Notepad is all that you will need to successfully build a sequence file Mac users would use something such a
38. e can be affected by many factors Some of these factors can be controlled while others cannot In order to achieve the best possible remote range with your Shockwave digital game call system it is recommended that the following points be observed 57 e Always use high quality alkaline or lithium cell batteries in the remote e Always maintain clear line of sight between the remote control and the Shockwave Any obstructions no matter how significant or insignificant can adversely affect the radio signal e Tryto keep the remote control approximately six inches away from your body gun barrel and metal shooting sticks as these things can detune the remote control e Hold the remote control vertically with the antenna pointing skyward e Avoid using the device remotely when you are near power lines cellular phone towers and radar such as near airports or military installations e Tryto elevate the caller off of the ground by approximately three feet This can greatly maximize your overall remote control range Achieving this can be done by use of the integrated tripod mount located on the bottom of the Shockwave e Tryto avoid situations where the Shockwave is placed at a lower elevation than the remote control the caller should always be higher e Ifyou are using the Shockwave remotely from a long distance be sure to allow enough time for device reaction before sending multiple signals For example if you request a sound cha
39. e scroll buttons to cycle through either Sound List or Categories When you decide which option you would prefer to use push the Play Select button to lock it in Default Categories View When the Shockwave remote is turned on the main screen will be displayed The first item is Favorites Presets followed by FOXCAST The next menu item marks the beginning of the category listings In category list mode your sounds will not be displayed as one long list but rather as elements of defined categories You can have up to 50 unique categories Use the Scroll Buttons to browse through the available categories Highlight the category you wish to browse and push the Play Select button to enter the category All sounds associated with that category will be displayed Find the sound you wish to play and then push the Play Select button to begin playback of the sound Unless you changed the volume prior to pushing Play Select the volume will start off at level O so you will need to increase the volume using the volume up button in order to hear it play Optional Sound List Mode When selected this option allows you to scroll through all available sounds in a single list The main screen will display Favorites Presets and FoxCast like normal but a third option titled Sound List will be present To browse the sound list select Sound List from the main screen You will then see a page that displays the first 9 sounds 000
40. e service with your FOXPRO game call it is strongly recommended that you read and understand the following points Many of these are considered proactive or preventative Avoid exposure to all precipitation and moisture Whether you are storing your FOXPRO game call or decoy away for the summer or just having some down time from calling it is highly recommended that you thoroughly inspect the unit for any signs of moisture Moisture perhaps from rain snow condensation or other can potentially enter the unit or the battery compartment and cause some serious problems Proper care should be taken to mitigate the introduction of or potential for introduction of moisture into the machine and make sure that no moisture is present during storage Moisture can quickly lead to corrosion electrical shorts and even rust all of which can possibly render the unit damaged and out of warranty This type of damage is preventable For example if you are operating in rainy wet conditions it is recommended that you place the unit inside of a large plastic freezer storage bag or use a water weatherproof deployment bag to keep water from getting to it When storing the unit for prolonged periods be sure that you keep it in a dry location not susceptible to drawing moisture Remove batteries prior to storage or extended periods of inactivity All batteries whether alkaline or rechargeable should be removed from the game calls decoys and remote controls pr
41. ected Version 1 4 and Older 1 Turnon the Shockwave 2 Locate the USB port on the front of the Shockwave and connect one end of the USB cable to this jack 45 3 Connect the other end of the USB cable to a jack on the computer 4 Your computer may provide an audible or visual alert that a new device has been connected Windows Users After the Shockwave has been connected to your computer there are a number of things that can happen First Windows users may see a Found New Hardware notification or even hear an audible tone indicating a USB device has been connected The first thing to determine is what drive letter the Shockwave is being assigned to To do this you can click on the Windows start button and then click on Computer The next screen will show all of the available drives on this computer Look for one titled SHCKWV1 Beneath this icon is a letter in parenthesis make a note of this letter as this is what drive letter the Shockwave is on Double click on this icon to view the files Mac Users After the Shockwave has been connected to your computer you may hear an audible tone or even get a visual alert indicating that a device has been connected Once detection is complete you should see a new icon appear right on your desktop that is titled SHCKWV1 Double click on this icon to view the files 11 3 Manual Programming Process Manually programming the Shockwave is a very simple process You can perfor
42. ed the option we recommend selecting either Open or Run in doing this the installer will automatically launch when the file has been downloaded Otherwise you will need to browse your Download folder for the install file which is titled foxpro programming utility installer exe You will then need to open the file to launch the installer The installation is very brief and straightforward When the installation is complete a message of success will display on the screen Launching the Utility The installer creates a shortcut to launch the programming utility through your programs menu under the Windows start button The location is Start Button All Programs FOXPRO FOXPRO Programmer Click on the FOXPRO Programmer icon to launch the utility Upon successful launch you will be presented with the main interface Connecting your Shockwave to the PC Connect the Shockwave to your PC as outlined in section 11 2 After connecting your FOXPRO game call to your PC the utility should recognize the device as being a valid product and display Connected to followed by the device name The Caller Sound Files column should become active and display the sounds currently installed File Locations Sound Library If you had the previous version of the utility installed your default sound library storage point is located at C FOXPRO Sounds By clicking on the Browse Library button you can browse the sound files stored at t
43. em confusing and not very useful FOXPRO has developed an online FOXDATA extension that allows you to create an account on our website upload your foxdata csv file and have that file turned into easy to read charts graphs and tables Let s say you have 3 months of hunts recorded in your Shockwave remote through FOXDATA You can login to your account upload the file and then the system will take care of the rest You can then erase the current FOXDATA file from the Shockwave remote to start recording again 3 months later you can upload another copy of the file to track the next batch The CSV file can be opened for viewing through a program such as Microsoft Excel The field titles will be displayed and the relative data will be displayed in rows beneath that While Excel can provide you with a quick glance at the information turning it into something useful is where the FOXDATA online extension comes into play Be sure to check out the FOXDATA online extension online at http www gofoxpro com foxdata 44 11 Programming the Shockwave The FOXPRO Shockwave digital game call can be completely programmed from home with the use of a computer It is possible to reprogram a Shockwave from a Windows based PC as well as a Mac Both subjects will be covered in this section The Shockwave can play a number of different audio file types This includes FOXPRO s proprietary FXP and 24B files MP3 files uncompressed WAV files and FLAC f
44. en using such a battery make sure that you select battery type NiMH within the Shockwave parameter menu Please view page 16 for locating the appropriate setting in the menu Installing Batteries in the Shockwave 1 Access the battery compartment by removing the door on the back of the Shockwave Once the door is removed locate the black plastic battery tray This tray is double sided providing spaces for 10 AA batteries The tray is connected to a power cable inside of the Shockwave You may unplug this cable and remove the tray from the caller during battery installation Place the batteries into each battery cavity while observing polarity as indicated Reconnect the power cable to the tray and place the tray back into the Shockwave Secure the door back to the Shockwave After the batteries are installed you must select the appropriate battery type in the Shockwave configuration menu To accomplish this Turn on the Shockwave Access the main menu by pushing and holding the Menu Select button for approximately 3 4 seconds Scroll through the menu options until you locate Battery Type Push the Menu Select button a single time and then use the scroll buttons to cycle through the available options Options include Alkaline Li Cells Li Pack and NiMH Once you have selected the appropriate battery type push the Menu Select button to lock it in 1 4 Shockwave Remote First Glance The following ch
45. en your batteries get low in either the Shockwave or the Shockwave remote unexpected operation can occur You can experience such things as loss of audio quality loss of remote control range and other abnormal results Problem Solution Shockwave will Not Turn On Make sure that you have fresh batteries installed If you are using rechargeable batteries make sure they are fully charged Inspect your battery tray and make sure the springs are not compressed or corroded as this could lead to poor battery connectivity Also check all positive contacts on the tray for signs of corrosion Shockwave does not produce Check that the speakers are not turned off in the 56 any sound Shockwave remote control Check to see if you can play sounds manually without the remote If you cannot play sounds manually connect the Shockwave to a computer and inspect the sound files for missing files or signs of corruption Shockwave remote not controlling Shockwave Make sure that the remote and caller are set to the same channel of operation Then turn off the caller and remote wait a few moments turn them back on and try operating again Cannot transfer sound list to Shockwave remote Make sure that the remote and caller are set to the same channel of operation Keep the remote control in close proximity to the Shockwave caller Shockwave remote does not turn on Try replacing the batteries Shockwa
46. g the Stand Timer 1 Access the Date Time r menu and select Timer Reset 2 Push Play Select to reset the timer To get the clock back on the display simply set the stand timer to off 38 8 2 Alarm The Shockwave remote features a visual alarm that can be set to go off after a span of time The available times are represented in minutes 1 60 When the alarm is set and the configured time span passes the stand timer or clock if set to display the clock will begin to flash alerting you A IMPORTANT NOTE The alarm is based upon the stand timer only not the real time clock Keep in mind that the stand timer begins tracking time as soon as the Shockwave remote is turned on Make sure that you select the Stand Timer Reset option described earlier on this page when setting up the alarm For example if you turn on the Shockwave remote and 10 minutes have passed while getting setup and then you set the alarm for 30 minutes it s going to go off 20 minutes later unless you use the Stand Timer Reset prior after setting the alarm Also if the screen timeout occurs prior to the alarm going off it will turn back on when the alarm goes off Setting the Alarm 1 Access the Date Time r menu and select Alarm 2 Use the scroll buttons to select the desired amount of time in minutes To shut off the alarm simply change the value to off 3 Push Play Select to set the alarm 8 3 Time The Shockwave
47. hat location If this is a fresh install with no previous versions your default sound library storage point is located under your Documents or My Documents folder FOXPRO Sounds By clicking on the Browse Library button you can browse the sounds stored at that location Your sound library will probably be empty by default You need to obtain sounds and place them into your library folder in order to install them into your FOXPRO game call 1 Connect your FOXPRO device to your PC 2 Launch the programming utility 3 Ifyou do not see your new sounds under the Source Sound Files column use the Browse Library button to navigate to the correct location When the appropriate files are found double click on any of the sounds to automatically load all files from that location 4 Select one multiple or all sound files in the Source Sound Files column Click on the 48 position you wish to load the sounds into and click Insert Or if you are replacing existing sounds use Overwrite 5 When complete click on the Update Caller button to save your changes Any sounds being removed will automatically be backed up 6 Exit the utility and update your remote control as per the instructions in the next section 11 6 Editing the Categories Manually Shockwave sound categories are maintained and defined through a text file that is located in the Shockwave To begin working with the categories open the file titled categories txt
48. hrough a stand These instructions include commands to change the sound change the volume level enter a passage of silence and so forth Here is a chart showing all of the various command possibilities Instruction Value Description S 0 999 Denotes numerical value of sound on unit V 0 40 Denotes numerical value of volume level P 1 99999 Denotes pause value in seconds approx B 0 19 FOXPITCH activation and parameter M 0 4 FOXMOTION and speed parameter D 1or0 1 activate decoy 0 deactivate decoy J n a Denotes Jukebox Mode for this FOXCAST File R n a Denotes Repeat Mode for this FOXCAST File Q n a Denotes Single Play Mode for this FOXCAST File A typical FOXCAST sequence file may look something similar to the following example Example FOXCAST Sequence File Layout V 20 154 P 90 V 35 S22 V 30 S 203 51 Q The above example is interpreted as follows Set volume to level 20 Play sound number 15 a total of 4 times Pause for 90 seconds Adjust volume to level 35 Play sound number 22 Adjust volume to level 30 Play sound number 20 a total of 3 times Quit Notice that you can specify how many times you wish a particular sound to be played By entering your instruction as S 20 3 you are thereby instructing the unit to play sound 20a total of three times A FOXCAST sequence must always begin with a volume or pause Without defining a volum
49. htness of the display You can adjust the screen brightness from 596 minimum to 100 maximum Adjusting the Brightness 1 Access the Display Power menu and select Brightness 2 Use the scroll buttons to increase or decrease the value 3 When set to the desired brightness push Play Select to lock it in 7 2 Keypad This controls the intensity of the keypad back light You can adjust the intensity from 0 100 Adjusting the Keypad Intensity 1 Access the Display Power menu and select Keypad 36 2 Use the scroll buttons to increase or decrease the value 3 When set to the desired intensity push Play Select to lock it in Tip from FOXPRO Night hunters should select the lowest possible setting for screen and keypad brightness for the best possible results You may want to experiment with the various settings prior to a hunt to familiarize yourself with it and what to expect 7 3 Theme The Shockwave remote has three operational themes built in These themes are designed to help optimize the appearance of the on screen display based upon factors such as time of day The two main themes to address this are night and day These themes provide the basic framework for the visual look but you are not limited to the themes default setting You can still adjust screen brightness to fine tune it to your specific needs Also included is the FOXPRO theme which is built with FOXPRO company colors orange b
50. iles If you are using your own audio files make sure it is an MP3 uncompressed WAV or FLAC file otherwise it will not work 11 1 Requirements The Shockwave digital game call features a mini USB port located on the front You will need to obtain an appropriate mini USB type A B cable The same cable can be used to connect your Shockwave remote to your computer as well You will need a computer with an available USB port to connect to It is not recommended that you connect to a USB hub but rather to a USB port directly on your computer You will need an online connection FOXPRO sounds and software are distributed online from the FOXPRO website In order to access the sounds and software an online connection is required 11 2 Connecting to a Computer Be sure to check which version of the Shockwave you have so that you can follow the appropriate steps in connecting the device to your computer To determine which version you have turn on the Shockwave and watch the screen closely The version number is briefly displayed towards the bottom of the screen After determining your version refer to the instructions below Version 1 5 and Newer 1 Make sure the Shockwave is turned off 2 Locate the USB port on the front of the Shockwave and connect one end of the USB cable to this jack 3 Connect the other end of the USB cable to a jack on the computer Your computer may provide an audible or visual alert that a new device has been conn
51. ing the same method described above and then push Play Select 4 Finally set the year and push Play Select to lock it in There are three different date formats that you can choose from depending upon your personal preference They are month day year year month day and day month year Configuring Date Format 1 Access the Date Time r menu and select Date Format 2 Use the scroll buttons to cycle through the options 3 When your desired date format is shown push Play Select to lock it in 9 TX1000 Settings The TX1000 Settings menu allows you to change the radio channel download the sound list and configure other options 9 1 Radio Channel The Shockwave remote can be configured to operate on one of 16 different radio channels 0 15 If you change the radio channel for the Shockwave remote you must also change the radio channel for the Shockwave digital game call otherwise the two devices will not be able to communicate Changing the Radio Channel 1 Access the TX1000 Settings menu and select Radio Channel 2 Cycle through the available channels using the scroll buttons 3 When the proper channel is set push the Play Select button to lock it in 40 A IMPORTANT NOTE Do not change the radio channel on the remote control without also changing it on the Shockwave Doing this will result in a loss of communication To change the channel on the Shockwave please see chapter 3 9 2 D
52. ior to storage or periods of inactivity Batteries that are left inside of electronic devices can leak over time as the chemicals start to break down Damages caused by this can be very severe and potentially destroy the electrical components To prevent this from happening simply remove all batteries from all devices before you put them away Keep in mind damage caused by battery leakage is not a warranty issue Periodically charge your rechargeable batteries when not in use Rechargeable batteries will not last forever To help maximize the overall life of your rechargeable batteries we recommend that you periodically charge them up perhaps once a month or once every other month to keep them fresh Batteries that are left uncharged can enter into a state of deep 55 discharge Batteries in this state can at times no longer accept a charge and result in unexpected operation or complete failure in the field It is also recommended that you replace rechargeable batteries about once a year just to keep them fresh Keep it clean Our products are designed to be used outdoors and as a result they can get dirty from time to time While the dirt may add a bit of character and show that you use it frequently and hard it is recommended that you spend a few moments after each hunt or at the end of the season prior to storage to clean it up a bit Total disassembly won t be required just remove any debris sticks leaves dirt or anything else that sh
53. is changed with the rear external speaker By switching off the right speaker you will also shut off an internal speaker connected to the right external speaker jack and vice versa for the left Turning Speakers Off or On 1 Access the Sound Settings menu and select Right Speaker or Left Speaker 2 Use the scroll buttons to cycle between on or off 3 When the desired option is set push the Play Select button to lock it in 6 5 Preset Mute Override During normal operation if the Shockwave is muted and you play a preset the preset is queued for playback but it cannot be heard until the caller is un muted Preset mute override will take care of this and eliminate the need for un muting the call upon preset activation It works by initially checking to see if mute is active and if it is un mute the unit while playing the preset sound This is especially important for FOXBANG operation By having preset mute override turned on FOXBANG activation will result in the Shockwave being un muted if it is muted when the activation occurs Turning on Preset Mute Override 1 Access the Sound Settings menu and select Preset Mt O R 2 Use the scroll buttons to cycle between on or off 3 When set push the Play Select button to lock it in 7 Display Power The Display Power menu allows you to control on screen display options such as backlight screen timeout and the operational theme 7 1 Brightness This controls the brig
54. ist are featured later in this chapter 46 11 4 Indexing the Files Files stored in the Shockwave and Shockwave remote are sorted based upon the names of the files For example a sound titled 000 My Sound will appear in the list before a sound titled 123 Lightning Jack While you can simply copy and paste sounds directly into the Shockwave s sound folder the ultimate order in which those sounds will appear in is based upon the names of those files This is important to understand when considering the implications upon other features such as FOXCAST The Shockwave can hold up to 1 000 sounds in total Proper indexing values for all file names range from 000 through 999 If you download a 4 sound pack from FOXPRO you will see the files in a format similar to Example 4 Sound Pack File List BOO Raspy Woodpecker B51 Raven Duet C26 Coyote Pair NO2 Raccoon Fight Each one of those files contains the FOXPRO sound library identification number as the first part of the file name Obviously the sound library identification number does not fall within the 000 through 999 indexing values This means that if you wish to assign a specific position for any of those files those numbers must be replaced by a proper index value Using your computer you can easily rename those files to become something similar to Example 4 Sound Pack File List 100 Raspy Woodpecker 101 Raven Duet 102 Coyote Pair 103 Raccoon Fight
55. lack This theme is very good for night hunting Changing Themes 1 Access the Display Power menu and select Theme 2 Use the scroll buttons to cycle through the available themes 3 When set to the desired theme push Play Select to lock it in 7 4 Display Timeout After being idle for an established period of time the on screen display will go blank The Shockwave remote will not power off completely during display timeout see Auto Off and is still completely usable When the screen completes a timeout cycle the screen can be reactivated by pushing any button on the keypad There are five different time settings that you can use for configuring the display timeout 5 seconds 15 seconds 30 seconds 1 minute 2 minutes and 5 minutes This feature is also useful in helping to preserve and maximize your battery life By having the screen shutoff when idle the load on the batteries is reduced which equates to improved run times of your batteries Configuring Display Timeout 1 Access the Display Power menu and select Disp Timeout 2 Use the scroll buttons to cycle through the available time spans 3 When set to the desired time push Play Select to lock it in 37 A IMPORTANT NOTE When your display times out you can push the power button a single time to wake it back up to ensure that no functions are initiated For example if you were to use a preset button or mute button in attempt to wake the rem
56. m the process from a Windows PC or a Mac without any special software The only requirements are that you have the appropriate USB cable fresh batteries and a USB port on your computer To begin connect the Shockwave to your computer as described earlier in this chapter Once it is connected browse to the Shockwave and open it to view the contents You should notice a folder inside the Shockwave titled Sounds This folder is the location in which all of the sounds sequence files and category files must be stored If you wish to add new sounds simply place the sound files directly inside of the Sounds folder Sounds can be removed by either deleting them from the Sounds folder or moving them to a folder on your hard drive for later use It is not required that you rename the sound files in any way to correlate with a specific position within the sound list but doing so can help make the task of creating sequences and category files much simpler The next section of the manual discusses file indexing The files are sorted based upon the individual names of the sound files For example a sound file labeled Aggressive Bobcat would appear before a sound labeled Bobcat in Heat After placing the sound files into the Shockwave Sounds folder you must disconnect the Shockwave from your computer and then synchronize the Shockwave remote control with the Shockwave to update the sound list Instructions on updating the Shockwave remote sound l
57. n the Shockwave eene 53 12 4 Creating FOXCAST Sequences Online eseseeeeeeeennee 53 12 5 Synchronizing the Shockwave Remote ia 53 13 Firmware UpdateS i 53 13 1 Shockwave Digital Game Call V1 5 and higher 53 13 2 Shockwave TX1000 Remote 54 14 Product Care amp Maintenance i 55 15 Tkoubleshooting ti noo rte dct t e t etas 56 16 Maximizing Remote Range ecc ceco 57 175 FEC Se IC Information esses cen or tie ert eet Ee rh ea een ER NE eae 58 18 Warranty StateMEnt eee 60 1 Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the FOXPRO Shockwave digital game call The Shockwave is a sophisticated tool that redefines what a digital game call is capable of It is packed with exciting new features enabling you to take control of your hunts like never before To get the full advantage of the Shockwave and its array of capabilities please read and understand the operating instructions in full WARNING To avoid personal injury and product damage read all operating instructions and safety precautions in this guide before using the FOXPRO Shockwave digital game call system A digital copy of this file can be downloaded from http www gofoxpro com resources manuals Shockwave manual pdf 1 1 What s in the Box Included with the box you should find the following list
58. nge consider the amount of time from radio transmission from the remote to the Shockwave until that signal is turned into a change in operation that you are able to perceive It will not always be instantaneous and may take a second or two before a change in operation is detected from your vantage point Mashing down button after button can get the device into a state of confusion which could result in undesirable results e Ifyou are operating around another Shockwave user make sure that you are both on different channels to prevent any interference 17 FCC amp IC Information FCC Information NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation bet
59. nor will FOXPRO be liable for damage to any connected devices 3 12 Integrated Mini USB Port The Shockwave features a mini USB port The port is located beneath the charger and external speaker jack towards the left side of the front plate This port allows you to connect a mini USB cable from the Shockwave to a USB port on a computer for performing such tasks as loading FOXCAST sequence files and reprogramming sounds Both of these topics will be covered in a later chapter A IMPORTANT NOTE When connecting the Shockwave to a home computer make sure that the power is turned off 4 Shockwave Remote Operation This section covers all aspects of the Shockwave remote control A IMPORTANT NOTE The Shockwave remote control is not intended to operate the caller at distances shorter than 1 meter 3 feet If the remote is located too close to the caller proper operation cannot be ensured 4 1 What are FOX FEATURES Throughout this section you will be introduced to a set of features that are referred to as FOX FEATURES These features include FOXBANG FOXCAST FOXMOTION FOXPITCH FOXGRIP and FOXDATA These features will be explained in full detail as encountered through the manual 4 2 Turning on the Shockwave Remote After installing batteries as indicated in Chapter 1 pg 10 you can turn on the Shockwave remote by pushing and holding the power button for approximately 1 2 seconds An initial startup
60. o files These files are File Name Description foxdata csv Contains the harvested FOXDATA data presets txt Contains the list of presets Each of these files can be viewed on most operating systems through the standard plaintext 43 editor such as notepad With the exception of the FOXDATA file the other files can be modified for your specific configurations 10 1 Editing the Presets File While you can create and edit your presets through this file it is recommended that presets be created through the Shockwave remote as described in chapter 2 Open the file titled presets txt to view the contents The file should look something similar to the following Example presets txt File 007 31 086 23 090 40 007 07 001 40 067 40 005 40 003 23 Each line in this file is referencing a specific sound number and a volume level separated by a comma The first line of the example shown above indicates sound number 007 established for playback at volume level 31 You can add more presets to the file manually by editing it through your computer Once you have it edited to your liking save the file and close it 10 2 Viewing the FOXDATA File The FOXDATA file is in what is called CSV format or comma separated values In a CSV file the first row defines the variable field names each separated by a comma and subsequent rows contain relative data for those defined fields At first glance the file may se
61. o work with the Shockwave remote 3 1 Turning on the Power After installing batteries as instructed in Chapter 1 you are ready to turn on the Shockwave digital game call To turn on the Shockwave locate the knob on the upper left corner of the Shockwave faceplate refer to figure1 1 on page 8 Turn this knob clockwise to the right until you hear a soft click Once fully powered the screen will show the first three sounds and the bottom status line 3 2 Understanding the Screen The Shockwave on board display shows a lot of information The following image represents the screen The main display elements are numbered and described in the following chart See manual for charging precautions CHARGER Figure 3 1 Shockwave Front View 14 Number Description Shockwave display Sound list displays names or names and numbers depending upon setup Sound indicator displays the currently selected sound or FOXCAST file Volume level indicator Mute status indicator Di my Bl Ww Nyt rR Battery level indicator 3 3 Navigating the Shockwave The up and down scroll buttons located to the right of the on board display allow you to step through your sound list and menu options The Menu Select button provides triple function operation It is used for starting sound playback muting sound playback and entering the Shockwave menu 3 4 Playing Sounds Manually Scroll through the
62. oes from 1 through 9 As you adjust the pitch value the effect will take place immediately Note that if you change the primary sound FOXPITCH will automatically be deactivated Activating FOXPITCH 1 Access the FOX FEATURES menu on the Shockwave remote and locate FOXPITCH 2 Select FOXPITCH and use the scroll buttons to change the value from Off to the desired level 3 When the pitch adjustment is set push the Play Select button to lock it in 30 5 5 AUTO VOLUME Different hunters like to deploy different tactics in the field For example some may get setup and start playing their favorite sound at a specific volume level until an animal shows up Others prefer to have their volume level change frequently While both methods have been proven successful Auto Volume takes care of your volume manipulation so that you can keep focusing on the action in the field When activated auto volume begins playing your sound at the lowest volume setting Over the course of a few minutes your volume level will slowly begin to rise Once it reaches a certain point the volume will then begin to modulate up and down automatically Activating AUTO VOLUME 1 Access the FOX FEATURES menu on the Shockwave remote and locate AUTO VOLUME Change the value from off to on After changing to on push Play Select to lock it in When you are operating with Auto Volume engaged you can still adjust the volume but the adjustment that you make is
63. of items 1 Shockwave digital game call PWN Cal Shockwave remote control Operators manual Warranty registration card Mini USB Cable 1 2 Shockwave First Glance The graphic on the next page depicts the Shockwave Certain aspects of the Shockwave will be marked with a number which corresponds to the chart defining that particular element Number Description 1 Left horn and tweeter speakers 2 Power on off and manual volume control 3 Graphic display 4 Sound up menu navigation button 5 Play menu select button Mute pause 6 Sound down menu navigation button 7 Right horn and tweeter speakers 8 Rugged ABS housing 9 Auxiliary device jack 10 Right external speaker jack 11 Mini USB port 12 Left external speaker jack 13 Charge jack 14 Speaker connector straps Jl Figure 1 1 Shockwave Digital Game Call 1 3 Shockwave Requirements The Shockwave and Shockwave remote control are shipped without batteries The Shockwave digital game call requires 10 AA batteries You may use alkaline batteries to get started but it is recommended that you use high capacity rechargeable NiMH nickel metal hydride batteries or one of FOXPRO s optional rechargeable battery packs Visit our website to view the entire line of recharging options for the Shockwave A IMPORTANT NOTE Some users may prefer using an external 12V sealed lead acid battery Wh
64. off preset 1 preset 2 preset 3 preset 4 and preset 5 When FOXBANG is triggered it will create a new record within your FOXDATA in addition to performing the specified action To Activate FOXBANG and Assign a Function 1 Access the FOX FEATURES menu on the Shockwave remote and locate FOXBANG 2 Cycle through the available options from Off to the desired function you would like FOXBANG to be linked to 3 When the desired function is selected push the Play Select button to lock it in As the remote control has an internal sensor that senses when your firearm has been discharged it is important to make sure that you have the correct sensitivity level set for your particular firearm There are 3 sensitivity levels that you can choose from Low Medium and High The lower sensitivity setting should be used with higher caliber firearms such as a 30 and higher High sensitivity should be used for smaller calibers such as 17 to 22 Everything else should work fine with the medium setting 29 Setting the Sensitivity 1 Access the FOX FEATURES menu on the Shockwave remote and locate FOXBANG 2 Select FOXBANG Sen and use the scroll buttons to cycle through the available sensitivity options 3 When the sensitivity level has been set push Play Select to lock it in Tip from FOXPRO The FOXBANG sensor is located inside of the Shockwave remote In order for it to detect the gunshot the remote needs to be relativel
65. ote up you will be performing the function of that button at the same time A single press of the power button will wake it up without causing any changes in operation 7 5 Auto Off After being idle for an established period of time the Shockwave remote control will completely power down When this happens the remote must be powered back on like normal There are five different time settings that you can use for configuring the auto power off 30 minutes 45 minutes 1 hour 2 hours and 4 hours Configuring Auto Off 1 Access the Display Power menu and select Auto Off 2 Use the scroll buttons to cycle through the available time spans 3 When set to the desired time push Play Select to lock it in 8 Date Time r The Date Time r menu provides access to the date and time configuration stand timer configuration and the stand alarm 8 1 Stand Timer amp Timer Reset When activated the far right indicator on the bottom status line will begin keeping time that has elapsed since the Shockwave remote has been powered on The timer displays as MMM SS M stands for minutes and S for seconds The stand timer begins tracking time as soon as the Shockwave remote is turned on Turning on the Stand Timer 1 Access the Date Time r menu and select Stand Timer 2 Use the scroll buttons to change between off and on 3 When set to the desired position push Play Select to lock it in Resettin
66. ouldn t be there If dirt or foreign objects make their way into the machine it can cause problems down the road Store in a dry location If you are planning on storing the unit away for the summer it is recommended to keep the unit in a dry location that is not prone to drawing moisture It is also recommended to remove all batteries prior to storage Other storage recommendations include Do not stack heavy objects on top of your carrying cases or other items that may be holding your caller and or remote control If too much pressure is applied to the remote s LCD screen it can be punctured or damaged Too much weight bearing down on the caller or remote could result in cracking or fracturing of the plastic housings Check it out before heading into the field If you are getting your caller out for the first time this season take it out back and check it out before you head out on a hunt Check your remote range fidelity high volume low volume battery life etc Being prepared and ensuring proper functionality before heading out on a trip can help you decide if you need new batteries if it needs service or if everything is working well This can help prevent cancellation of trips and potential disappointment 15 Troubleshooting This section covers the troubleshooting aspects for the Shockwave and Shockwave remote control The most common problems are battery related Before performing anything else try installing fresh batteries Wh
67. ownload List Any time you reprogram the Shockwave digital game call to add new sounds or new FOXCAST sequence files you must download a new copy of the play list to the Shockwave remote This menu item will guide you through that process The entire programming process is covered in more detail later in the manual 9 3 AUX The auxiliary jack operation specifications can be changed for either momentary or latched All FOXPRO Jack Predator Decoys require that the jack be setup for momentary Configuring the Auxiliary Setting 1 Access the TX1000 Settings menu and select AUX 2 Cycle through the two options using the scroll buttons 3 When the appropriate setting is selected push the Play Select button to lock it in A IMPORTANT NOTE Some third party decoys may require latched operation as opposed to momentary A detailed list of other products and their specific requirements is not maintained by FOXPRO You will need to check with the equipment manufacturer to determine if it is compatible and what the requirements are 9 4 View The Shockwave remote control can display your sounds either by general listing or by category listing Sound categories are the best route to go if you have a large number of sounds Configuring Sounds View 1 Access the TX1000 Settings menu and select View 2 Cycle through the two options using the scroll buttons 3 When the appropriate setting is selected push the Play Select bu
68. pful in two ways First elevating the caller off the ground can help sound propagation by lessening the dampening of the emitted sound to the ground Second elevation can be helpful in maximizing the remote range 15 3 7 Accessing the Shockwave Parameter Menu To access the Shockwave menu push and hold the Menu Select button for approximately 3 4 seconds The menu will then display Navigating the menu is done by using the scroll buttons and making a selection is done by pushing the Menu Select button Option values are changed by selecting the menu item pushing the Menu Select button a single time and then using the scroll buttons to cycle through the available values Saving a value change is done by pushing the Menu Select button a single time 3 8 Parameter Menu Options amp Details This section will explore all Shockwave menu items and associated values of each Name Values Exit Exits the Shockwave menu Contrast Adjusts the screen contrast Values are 1 10 The higher the number the darker the text Backlight Adjusts red backlight between on always on off always off and auto shuts off after approximately 5 seconds Volume Low and high Low setting is for maximizing battery life where the high setting will maximize overall volume while sacrificing maximum battery life Battery Type Select battery type to best utilize batteries Values are NiMH rechargeable nickel metal hydride Alkaline
69. priate USB port and an online connection The FOXPRO firmware updates are found at the following link http www gofoxpro com fwupdate Ample instructions will be present on the site to help ensure that you obtain the latest version for your particular device You are welcome to contact FOXPRO technical support for assistance in this matter After you obtain the update file make sure the Shockwave is turned off and then connect it to your computer Be advised the Shockwave must remain turned off the entire time it is connected to your computer Your computer may provide an audible or visual alert that a new device has been connected Once it is detected proceed with the steps below Locate the update file that you downloaded from the FOXPRO website Copy the update file from wherever it is stored on your hard drive directly into the Shockwave Note the Shockwave features a folder called Sounds Do not place the update file in this folder Copy the file directly into the root of the Shockwave 3 After the file has been copied into the Shockwave safely disconnect the Shockwave from your computer 4 Make sure that you have fresh batteries in the Shockwave and then turn it on When the Shockwave is turned on it will find the update file that you placed inside and the firmware update will occur automatically 13 2 Shockwave TX1000 Remote The Shockwave TX1000 remote features a mini USB port Make sure you have the appropriate mini US
70. re study At the push of a button FOXDATA creates a new log entry documenting the current state of the remote control including current playing sound volume level changes FOXFUSION usage temperature barometric pressure date time moon phase and timer The recorded data is stored in a CSV file within the remote control You can access this file by connecting the Shockwave remote to a PC see chapter 10 CSV files can be opened with popular software titles such as Microsoft Excel As an extension to FOXDATA FOXPRO has developed an online extension that you can use to store your data This online application will track your information for you to plot out trends averages and all other details You can quickly import your FOXDATA file directly into your own account to turn the data into useful onscreen information with charts and graphs Determine your hunt harvest ratio time spent in the field and even download reports in PDF format Visit the website below for more information on the FOXDATA online extension http www gofoxpro com foxdata Tip from FOXPRO In order to make sure that your collected data is organized in a structured per stand basis it is important that you remember to start and end the FOXDATA tracking feature at the start and end of each stand Otherwise the data set will not be closed and you may end up with multiple stands featured as a single data set FOXDATA will automatically record FOXBANG and FOXGR
71. remote has a real time clock This clock must be set when you first install or change batteries Setting the Clock 1 Access the Date Time r menu and select Time 2 Use the scroll buttons to set the current time 3 Push Play Select to lock it in The clock can be displayed in either the standard 12 hour format or 24 hour format military time Configuring Time Format 1 Access the Date Time r menu and select Time Format 2 Use the scroll buttons to select either 12 or 24 hour time format 3 Push Play Select to lock in the setting The bottom status line of the Shockwave display can show either the current time or the stand timer The stand timer will only be displayed if it is turned on otherwise the clock will show the current time 39 8 4 Date amp Date Format The Shockwave remote will keep track of the current date in order to proper render moon phases This needs be setup when you first start using the Shockwave remote A IMPORTANT NOTE The Shockwave remote control features a moon phase indicator In order to display the correct moon phase it is imperative that you enter the correct date Otherwise the displayed information may not be correct Setting the Date 1 Access the Date Time r menu and select Date 2 By default the first option is the month Use the scroll buttons to select the current month and then push the Play Select button 3 Next you set the day us
72. s Textedit which is a standard application A IMPORTANT NOTE FOXCAST sequence files are expected to run for long durations It may be necessary to turn off the Auto Shutdown feature on the Shockwave to prevent any interruptions 12 2 Enabling File Extensions in Windows The Windows operating system may hide file extensions preventing you from making changes to them For example instead of seeing My Coyote Sequence1 seq the file may read as My 52 Coyote Sequence1 In order to change the file extension you may need to configure your operating system to display file extensions Specific details on this process go beyond the scope of this manual You can perform an online search or consult a local computer technician for assistance with this 12 3 Placing Sequences in the Shockwave The Shockwave expects to find FOXCAST sequence files inside of the Sounds folder in the Shockwave If you are loading the sequence files manually the first step is to connect the Shockwave to your computer Browse to the Shockwave and open it up Locate the Sounds folder Copy your sequence files from wherever they are stored on your hard drive into this folder drag and drop If you are using the online FOXCAST file generator you can save the file directly from the website right into the Sounds folder in the Shockwave 12 4 Creating FOXCAST Sequences Online A second simpler option for creating sequences can be found on the
73. s at varying rates to portray an effect of the sound animal moving There are 5 28 different rates or speeds at which you can have FOXMOTION operate The lower the setting the more gradual the transition from one speaker to the other will be Activating FOXMOTION 1 Turnon the Shockwave and Shockwave remote 2 Begin sound playback like normal 3 Access the Shockwave remote main menu and select the FOX FEATURES item 4 Select FOXMOTION and change it to on Then select the Rate item directly beneath it to adjust the speed that FOXMOTION operates at FOXMOTION will also work with external speakers By using an external speaker with a longer cable you can get more distance between the two sounds helping to enhance the effect even more You cannot turn the speakers off or on with the Shockwave remote while operating with FOXMOTION Tip from FOXPRO FOXMOTION can be stacked with FOXPITCH to provide an incredibly unique sound playback experience Another exciting technique is to use FOXMOTION while playing a stereo audio file to develop the effect of two animals moving around 5 3 FOXBANG When activated FOXBANG reacts to the report of a firearm by automatically switching to an assigned function established within the Shockwave remote There are 8 different settings for FOXBANG The available functions you can link to FOXBANG activation include FOXDATA mute toggles mute on off auxiliary toggles auxiliary device on
74. s menu item provides access to on screen display controls such as brightness theme and automatic shut off settings Menu Item Description Values Brightness Screen brightness control 596 10096 Keypad Brightness of keypad backlight Off 10096 Theme Sets the remote display theme FOXPRO Day Night Disp Timeout Sets the screen timeout delay 5 seconds 15 seconds 30 seconds 1 minute 2 minutes 5 minutes Auto Off Set the time delay before the remote shuts off 30 minutes 45 minutes 1 hour 2 hours 4 hours Date Time r Menu This menu item provides access to date time alarm and associated format configurations Menu Item Description Values Stand Timer Turns the stand timer on or off Off on Timer Reset Resets the stand timer to 0 00 Alarm min Set the duration for the alarm 1 minute 60 minutes Time Set the current time Hours Minutes Date Set the current date Month Day Year 23 Time Format Set 12 or 24 hour time formats 12 Hr 24 Hr Date Format Set the desired date format m d y d m y y m d TX1000 Settings Menu This menu item provides access to other remote configurations radio channel settings and sound display modes Menu Item Description Values Radio Channel Sets the channel of radio operation Must be the 0 15 same channel as the Shockwave digital game call Download List Invokes wireless tran
75. screen will appear showing the FOXPRO logo and remote version information After the startup screen clears the main sound selection screen will appear 4 3 Navigating the Shockwave Remote The Shockwave remote has a scroll up and scroll down button see items 4 and 7 in figure 1 2 on pg 10 for cycling through the on screen display A selected menu item is highlighted with a horizontal bar and by pressing the scroll up or down arrow button that horizontal bar will move up or down through the menu items list To make menu selections use the Play Select 19 button see item 6 in Figure 1 2 on pg 10 The Back Menu button see item 15 in Figure 1 2 on pg 10 allows you to access the Shockwave Remote menu configuration and step back one level in the menu system 4 4 Understanding the Shockwave Remote Display The Shockwave remote control screen can be viewed in three main segments top status line primary display area and bottom status line The top and bottom status lines are static meaning that they will always be present The primary display area is dynamic and will change depending upon the operation that you are performing Off Top Status Line Overview a 29 20in Dar Name Details FM FOXMOTION status indicator Displays either On or Off FB FOXBANG status indicator FOXGRIP status indicator Displays FB if FOXBANG is activated Displays FG if FOXGRIP is activated Displays FB FG
76. smission of sound list N A AUX Configure auxiliary function FOXPRO s Jack Predator Decoys require Momentary Momentary Latched View Sets the sound view mode Categories List Temp Units Configure the temperature units of measurement F C Barom Units Configure the barometer units of measurement In mm Elevation Set your elevation above sea level 0 19 717 ft About Info Displays system information N A Restore Shockwave remote factory reset N A Defaults 4 6 Verifying Channel of Operation Prior to attempting remote controlled operation it is important that you first verify that both the Shockwave and Shockwave remote are set to operate on the same channel If the two devices are not on the same channel then radio communication will not be possible Shockwave Channel of Operation 1 Turn on the Shockwave 2 Access the main menu by pushing and holding the Menu Select button for about 3 4 seconds 3 Locate the menu item that says Remote Channel and make note of this value You need to verify that this is the same channel as the Shockwave remote 4 Changing this value is done by highlighting the Remote Channel menu item and then pushing the Menu Select button You can then cycle through the available channels 0 15 until you find the correct one must match the remote 5 When the proper channel is selected push the Menu Select button to lock it in Sho
77. sound list using the scroll buttons The current sound will be in a larger font than the rest and it will have a horizontal bar above and below the name Select the sound you wish to play and then push the Menu Select button Notice the volume level indicator on the screen as soon as the Menu Select button is pushed the selected sound will begin playing at the volume level indicated Use the volume knob to increase or decrease the volume level The displayed volume level will rise or fall in response to the knob movement To pause or mute the sound push the Menu Select button again When muted the letter M will appear to the right of the volume level 3 5 Moving the Speakers The Shockwave speakers are secured to the back of the Shockwave housing by rubber straps You can release the straps from their mounting points to move the speakers The speakers can be moved from the side facing position to pointing directly forward or any point there in between This allows you to direct the sound in a particular direction When travelling with the Shockwave between stands it is recommended that you connect the speaker straps back to their mounting points on the back of the Shockwave to help prevent them from swinging around 3 6 Using a Tripod The Shockwave features a universal tripod mount located on the bottom of the device This mount will work with most tripods using the universal type tripod connector Using a tripod can be hel
78. t step is setting the volume level Use the volume buttons to dial in the desired volume level you wish to assign to this preset and then push Play Select to lock it in 5 Your preset is now setup You can assign the P1 P2 P3 and P4 buttons in the following manner 1 Highlight the sound that you wish to have established in one of the four positions 2 From the main sounds or category screen press and hold the P1 P2 P3 or P4 button for approximately 3 4 seconds 3 Setthe volume level and then push the Play Select button to lock in that preset To initiate playback of preset 1 4 make sure that both the Shockwave and Shockwave remote are turned on and then push the corresponding preset button P1 P4 on the top sides of the remote The Shockwave will then instantly switch to that sound and volume level 13 To initiate playback of any preset simply select the Favorites Presets menu on the main screen browse through the available presets and then use the Play Select button just as if you were picking a sound for normal playback Presets can also be managed by editing a specific file located within the Shockwave remote For the advanced information on this process please view Chapter 10 3 Shockwave Manual Operation The most basic method of operating the Shockwave digital game call is manually or without using the Shockwave remote control It is recommended that you begin with manual operation before starting t
79. tton to lock it in 9 5 Temperature Units The integrated thermometer can display temperature in either Celsius or Fahrenheit based upon your preference Configuring the Temperature Units 41 Access the TX1000 Settings menu and select Temp Units Cycle through the two options using the scroll buttons 3 When the appropriate setting is selected push the Play Select button to lock it in 9 6 Barometer Measurement Units The Shockwave remote can display barometric pressure readings in either inches or millimeters depending upon your preference Configuring the Barometer Measurement Units 1 Access the TX1000 Settings menu and select Barom Units 2 Cycle through the two options using the scroll buttons 3 When the appropriate setting is selected push the Play Select button to lock it in 9 7 Elevation Barometric pressure is the reading provided by a barometer in measuring atmospheric air pressure The pressure is not constant but changes depending upon altitude and weather conditions In order to get the most accurate measurement with your Shockwave remote it is recommended that you set the elevation value for your location Atmospheric pressure is the greatest at sea level as compared to higher altitudes To get the best calculation knowing your approximate elevation will greatly increase the accuracy Setting the Elevation 1 Access the TX1000 Settings menu and select Elevation 2 Cycle through the options until
80. ute to simultaneously mute both sounds the Shockwave will display an M while the remote shows M M 4 9 Presets Favorites You can store up to 50 favorites or presets in your remote control A favorite or preset is essentially a shortcut to a specific sound number and volume level These can be set through the remote control itself or authored in a text file stored in your remote control For more information on setting up presets see chapter 10 From the main screen select the Favorites Presets option This will display all presets available in the remote They are listed by preset identification number name and volume level Highlight the one you wish to play and then push the Play Select button to activate The Shockwave will immediately begin playing the established sound at the predetermined volume level The remote also features 4 quick access preset buttons providing one button access to a particular sound volume combination These are located on the top left and right sides of your remote control marked with P1 P2 P3 and P4 If the Shockwave is muted when selecting a preset it will remain muted You can change this configuration with the Preset Mute Override within the menu Preset 5 can be assigned to the User button please see chapter 5 for setting up the User button 26 Favorites Presets can be setup two different ways through your PC or manually To review the instructions for creating presets via
81. ve remote stuck on start up screen Try replacing the batteries External speaker does not play If you have the speaker connected to the right external speaker jack make sure that the right speaker is not disabled in the Shockwave remote and vice versa with the left speaker jack The external jacks are linked left right accordingly Cannot control external decoy If you are using a FOXPRO Jack Predator Decoy make sure that the AUX configuration is set to momentary and not latched If you are using a third party decoy try using the latched setting instead of momentary Having trouble with programming new sounds Check out FOXPRO s website for detailed programming information for your Shockwave Solutions for many common issues can be found there Poor battery life in extreme cold weather conditions Cold weather operations can take a serious toll on alkaline batteries It is strongly recommended that you use lithium or rechargeable NiMH batteries to get the best performance in cold weather Shockwave remote will not turn on after firmware update Contact FOXPRO technical support Shockwave will not turn on after firmware update Contact FOXPRO technical support Cannot control volume on Shockwave Check your Shockwave remote configuration to see if Auto Volume is activated If it is it would seem like you have no volume control ability 16 Maximizing Remote Range Remote rang
82. ween the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet or circuit different that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 58 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules RF Exposure Safety Notice The TX1000 transmitter is not intended to be operated closer than 20cm about 8 inches to your body The transmitter can produce a radiated RF field similar to that of a standard cell telephone although the duty cycle of this RF field is much lower than that of a cell telephone Using the transmitter closer than 8 inches to your body can increase your exposure to RF energy levels thought by some to be harmful Additionally operation in close proximity to your body can detune the antenna causing a decrease in operating performance The antenna s used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter End users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating
83. y close to the firearm within 5 feet It is assumed that most hunters will have the remote on a lanyard around their neck An unintended and unavoidable consequence of adjusting the FOXBANG sensitivity to the highest level is that handling noises such as the banging of the transmitter case on your firearm stock may cause unexpected activation of FOXBANG For this reason you should choose the lowest sensitivity that affords reliable activation from the muzzle blast FOXBANG is intended to work when the transmitter is located within about 5 feet of the firearm muzzle Tip from FOXPRO Before using FOXBANG in the field head out to your local shooting range and test the different sensitivity levels to find the one best suited to your firearm 5 4 FOXPITCH FOXPITCH enables you to modify the pitch of a sound being played to make it sound higher or lower than the original recording to effectively transform the sound into something different This feature can be useful in areas that you frequently call for predators If a particular sound has netted you a good bit of success like Lightning Jack for example but the animals do not respond to that sound near as much as they did before FOXPITCH allows you to manipulate that sound to help make it fresh again FOXPITCH has numerous levels of operation The normal state of a sound is when FOXPITCH is set to off When increasing the pitch the value will rise from 1 through 9 Lowering g
84. you find the closest match for your location 3 When the appropriate value is displayed push the Play Select button to lock it in There are many online resources that can assist you in determining your elevation above sea level Performing an online search will provide you with ample results featuring maps or other tools to determine the elevation for your particular area 9 8 About Info The About Info screen displays a variety of information pertaining to version number number of sounds loaded number of FOXCAST sequences loaded number of categories loaded and the number of presets 9 9 Restore Defaults To reset your Shockwave remote control back to factory defaults use this option Please be aware that restoring factory defaults will result in loss of your presets favorites sound list categories and all FOXDATA information Restoring Factory Defaults 1 Access the TX1000 Settings menu and select Restore Defaults 42 2 Aconfirmation screen is displayed asking you if you are sure To proceed select Yes otherwise No will return you to the menu 3 Oncethereset is complete the remote will be back to factory default conditions 10 Shockwave Remote USB Operation The Shockwave remote control features a mini USB port located inside of the battery compartment just above the batteries In order to connect the remote to a computer you will need to obtain a mini USB type A B cable provided with the Shockwave

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