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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
United States of America
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 updates from FOXPRO®. Visit us online:
www.gofoxpro.com
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.
Copyright ©℗ 2015 by FOXPRO® Inc.
Publication Date: September 22, 2015
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Index
1. Getting Started ..................................................................................................................... 4
1-1 What’s in the Box? ...................................................................................................... 4
1-2 Cabela’s SLP Game Call: First Glance ........................................................................... 4
1-3 Cabela’s SLP Game Call: Requirements ....................................................................... 4
1-4 TX35 Remote: First Glance ......................................................................................... 5
1-5 TX35 Remote: Requirements ...................................................................................... 5
2. Operating Instructions ......................................................................................................... 6
2-1 Playing Sounds ............................................................................................................ 6
2-2 Using the FOXJACK 4 Decoy ........................................................................................ 6
3. Auxiliary Jack Function ......................................................................................................... 7
4. External Speakers ................................................................................................................. 7
4-1 Connecting External Speakers .................................................................................... 7
4-2 Disabling Internal Speakers ........................................................................................ 8
5. Batteries and Charging ......................................................................................................... 8
6. Programming Sounds ........................................................................................................... 9
6-1 Obtaining New Sounds ............................................................................................... 9
6-2 Programming the Game Call (Windows PC’s) ............................................................. 9
6-3 Transferring a New Playlist to the TX35 .................................................................... 10
7. Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. 11
8. Maximizing Remote Range ................................................................................................ 11
9. FCC & IC Information.......................................................................................................... 12
10. Warranty Statement .......................................................................................................... 12
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1. Getting Started
Congratulations on purchasing the Cabela’s SLP Game Call! Please take the time to read and understand all
of the information in this manual. This will help to prevent damage to the device and to ensure that you
receive the maximum benefit from the Cabela’s SLP Game Call.
1-1 What’s in the Box?
1) Cabela’s SL
P
Game Call
2) TX35 remote control
3) FOXJACK 4 Decoy
4) Instruction manual
1-2 Cabela’s SL
P
Game Call: First Glance
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
1
Rugged ABS housing
2
Rear cone speaker
3
FOXJACK 4 Decoy
4
Power switch
5
Front/rear speaker on/off
6
Charge jack
7
Rear external speaker jack
8
Auxiliary device jack
9
Front external speaker jack
10
Pilot lamp
11
Front horn speaker
1-3 Cabela’s SL
P
Game Call: Requirements
The Cabela’s SLP Game Call is shipped without batteries. It requires 8 ‘AA’ batteries. It is recommended that
you use high-quality rechargeable NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries for the best performance. See
chapter 5 for more information on batteries and charging.
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Installing Batteries in the Cabela’s SLP Game Call:
1. Access the battery compartment by removing the FOXJACK 4 from the back of the game call. The
FOXJACK 4 is secured in place by a thumbscrew. Turn the thumbscrew counterclockwise until it
can be removed.
2. The FOXJACK 4 is connected to a wiring harness inside the battery compartment. You can
disconnect the wire from the FOXJACK 4 while installing batteries.
3. With the FOXJACK 4 removed, locate the battery holder. The holder fits 8 AA batteries and is
double-sided, providing 4 battery cavities on each side. The tray is connected to a power wire.
You may unplug the power wire to fully remove the tray from the game call while installing
batteries.
4. Place the 8 AA batteries into each battery cavity while observing polarity as indicated.
5. Reconnect the power cable to the tray and slide tray back into the game call.
6. Reconnect the FOXJACK 4 to the wiring harness.
7. Position the FOXJACK 4 back in place and then tighten the thumbscrew to secure it.
1-4 TX35 Remote: First Glance
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
1
Graphic display
2
Send/power
3
Sound up and down
4
Auxiliary
5
Lanyard loop
6
Volume up and down
7
Mute
1-5 TX35 Remote: Requirements
The TX35 remote control operates on a single 9V DC battery. It is recommended that you use a high-quality
alkaline battery.
Installing the 9VDC Battery in the TX35 Remote
1. Access the battery compartment by removing the door from the back of the TX35 remote. The
door slides down and off of the housing.
2. Attach the 9V DC battery to the power wire in the back of the remote. The battery only connects
one way. Make sure that the terminals from the battery wire are properly connected to the
terminals on the battery.
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3. Slide the battery compartment door back on the TX35.
2. Operating Instructions
This section covers all sound playback and general operation instructions of the Cabela’s SLP Game Call,
TX35 remote control, and FOXJACK 4 Decoy.
2-1 Playing Sounds
Before using the Cabela’s SLP Game Call and TX35 remote control, make sure that both devices have good
batteries installed.
1. Turn on the game call by turning the power switch clockwise to the ‘on’ position. The green LED
will illuminate indicating the power is turned on.
2. Verify that at least one of the speaker selector switches is in the ‘on’ position.
3. Turn on the TX35 remote control by pushing and holding the send/power button for 1 second.
The display will activate and display “SELECT SOUND”.
4. Cycle through the sound list by using the sound selector buttons. Each button press steps
through the list one sound at a time. When you find a sound that you wish to play, push the
send/power button a single time.
5. In order to hear the sound, you must increase the volume level. You can press the volume up
button to increase the volume. The available volume level spans from 0 – 20. By default, the
volume is inaudible when you first turn it on.
6. If you wish to mute the sound, push the mute button a single time. To resume playback, push
mute a second time.
7. To switch sounds, repeat step number 4.
8. To turn off the game call: move the power switch to the ‘off’ position. To turn off the TX35: push
and hold the power/send button for about 4-5 seconds and then release (a message “TURNING
OFF” should briefly appear). Turning off the TX35 remote control does not result in termination
of sound playback on the game call. You can mute the game call first (see step 6) prior to
powering down, otherwise it will continue playing the sound.
2-2 Using the FOXJACK 4 Decoy
The Cabela’s SLP Game Call features the
FOXJACK 4 Decoy mounted to the back
side of the housing. This section explores
the setup and operation of the FOXJACK 4
Decoy.
FOXJACK 4 General Setup:
1. Check that the FOXJACK 4
Decoy is properly connected to
the wiring harness inside the
battery compartment of the
predator call by removing the
FOXJACK 4 (see image to the right). The FOXJACK 4 is secured to the back of the predator call
with a knurled thumbscrew. Turn the thumbscrew counterclockwise to loosen and then lift up
the front of the FOXJACK 4 to gain access inside. Notice that there is a wire leading from the
FOXJACK 4 and connecting to a wiring harness located inside the battery compartment. If the
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wire is not connected to the harness, connect it now before attempting to use it. After it’s
connected, secure the FOXJACK 4 back to the predator call.
2. Connect the bird topper to the top of the support rod. The bird topper has a circular coupler
which slips down over the tip of the rod.
3. Insert the base of the support rod into the coupler inside the top of the FOXJACK 4. This is a
magnetic connection and you should feel it lock into position when inserted. Slide the plastic
grommet into the circular opening on top of the FOXJACK 4.
Operating the FOXJACK 4 Decoy:
1. Turn on the Cabela’s SL
P
Game Call.
2. Turn on the TX35 remote control.
3. Set the slide-switch on the FOXJACK 4 Decoy to your desired position (“on” or “on w/ light”). For
daytime operation, using the “on” position is preferred. For nighttime operation, you may opt to
use “on w/light” to provide subtle illumination of the decoy to help the predators see it.
4. The FOXJACK 4 motion can be activated by a single push of the “AUX” button on the TX35
remote control. To stop the motion, simply push the “AUX” button again. Each time you push the
“AUX” button, the FOXJACK 4 reverses its current state of operation.
5. To power-off the FOXJACK 4 Decoy, position the slide switch in the “off” position.
3. Auxiliary Jack Function
The Cabela’s SLP Game Call is equipped with an auxiliary jack labeled “AUX”. The purpose of this jack is to
allow for the connection of an approved device (such as the FOXPRO Jack Daddy and Jack Junior Decoy) and
to turn it on and off with the TX35 remote control. There are some strict electrical limits involved with this
jack. If these limits are exceeded, damage to your Cabela’s SLP Game Call will result. This damage is not
covered by the warranty. The electrically inclined will want to know that the jack is connected to the drain
of an internal Field Effect Transistor with a maximum current rating of 10mA. The “tip” polarity of the
3.5mm jack is positive, while the sleeve is negative. If the external device is connected with the polarity
reversed, an internal protection diode within the FET will conduct, causing the device to stay on constantly.
The maximum voltage applied to this jack must never exceed 15 volts. Typical uses for this jack would be to
control a FOXPRO decoy. Instructions on connecting various devices to the “AUX” jack are beyond the scope
of this manual. You are urged to seek help from a knowledgeable professional before connecting any
unapproved device to this jack. Remember that damage to your Cabela’s SLP Game Call caused by improper
use of the “AUX” jack is not covered by the warranty, nor will FOXPRO® be liable for damage to any device
connected to this jack.
4. External Speakers
The Cabela’s SLP Game Call is equipped with 2 external speaker jacks which allows you to connect up to 2
additional speakers. The internal speakers perform admirably; however, you may encounter situations that
require higher volume levels. By connecting a larger and more efficient external speaker(s) to the Cabela’s
SLP Game Call, the volume level can be increased significantly.
4-1 Connecting External Speakers
The external speaker jacks on your Cabela’s SLP Game Call accept standard 3.5mm plugs. To prevent
damage, it is recommended to select an external speaker with an impedance rating of 8-ohms (visit your
local Cabela’s store to find official FOXPRO external speakers). To connect an external speaker: plug the
connector of the external speaker into one of the external speaker jacks. You will notice that each external
speaker jack corresponds with one of the internal speakers. For example, the internal front speaker and
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front external speaker are linked together. If you wish to have ONLY the external speaker(s) produce sound,
you must disable the internal speakers as the internal speakers are not disabled automatically. NOTE: Be
sure the Cabela’s SLP Game Call is turned OFF before connecting an external speaker!
4-2 Disabling Internal Speakers
Move the speaker slide switch to the “OFF” position for the desired speaker you wish to disable.
To re-enable the speaker later, simply place the slide switch back to the “ON” position. By disabling the
internal speaker(s) when using an external speaker(s), battery life will be extended longer than having all of
the speakers operating at once.
5. Batteries and Charging
Your Cabela’s SLP Game Call operates on 8 ‘AA’ batteries. For optimal performance and run times, we
recommend the use of high-capacity 2300 mAh or greater NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) rechargeable
batteries rather than alkaline types. When you ask the caller to play at extremely loud volume levels, the
current demand on the batteries is much more than alkaline cells can deliver. Consequently, the run time of
these batteries can be very short. The Zinc Carbon so-called “Heavy Duty” cells are expressly not
recommended. The performance of your caller will be much better with high-capacity NiMH batteries. You
can find rechargeable battery kits for your Cabela’s SLP Game Call at your local Cabela’s store.
On the front of your Cabela’s SLP Game Call, locate the green LED. This is your pilot lamp/low power
indicator. When this light begins blinking during operation, it is alerting you that the batteries need replaced
or recharged. If the batteries drop too low to power the caller, it will shut off. Battery run time is directly
related to how loud you operate the caller. Using both speakers at the same time rather than only the most
appropriate one will have a negative impact on run time. With one speaker playing, expect run times of 6 –
15 hours. With both speakers playing, expect 3 – 10 hours. Remember that very loud volumes are rarely
needed, as animals hear much better than we do.
WARNING
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.
DO NOT MIX BATTERY TYPES! For example: never use NiMH rechargeable batteries in
conjunction with non-rechargeable alkaline batteries.
NEVER CONNECT YOUR CABELA’S SL
P
GAME CALL 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.
NEVER ATTACH AN UNAPPROVED OR A NON-FOXPRO
®
CHARGER TO YOUR CABELA’S SL
P
GAME CALL! Damages caused by plugging unapproved charging devices into your game call
will not be covered by warranty.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS FOR CHARGING
For maximum charge efficiency, we recommend charging your Cabela’s SL
P
Game Call in
temperatures ranging from 40°F to 85°F (5°C to 30°C).
Disconnect any/all accessory devices that may be attached to the Cabela’s SL
P
Game Call prior
to charging. This includes external speakers, auxiliary devices, and USB cables.
Follow the included instructions for the particular FOXPRO charger that you are using.
Remember that NiMH batteries self-discharge about 1% per day.
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Do not leave charging batteries unattended.
Remove batteries from battery holder when caller will not be used for prolonged periods to
help prevent deep discharge and battery leakage.
Recharge your batteries periodically—even when not in use—to prevent deep discharge.
While charging your Cabela’s SL
P
Game Call, the green LED will illuminate. This LED is NOT an
indicator for a full charge status. This LED will remain illuminated the entire charging cycle.
6. Programming Sounds
Programming your Cabela’s SLP Game Call can be done from home with the use of a PC or Mac computer. In
order to program the Cabela’s SLP Game Call from home, you will need the following items:
1. USB A/B printer-style cable
2. Windows based PC running Windows XP, 7, 8, 8.1, or 10. If using a Mac computer, make sure you
are running Mac OS 10.7.3 or higher.
For detailed programming guides (including instructions for programming with a Mac computer), please
visit the FOXPRO website: https://www.gofoxpro.com/site/resources/programming-support
6-1 Obtaining New Sounds
You can access FOXPRO’s website to obtain new sounds. FOXPRO offers a selection of free sounds as well as
premium sounds that can be purchased. The website is located at: http://www.gofoxpro.com
From the website, access the “FOXPRO Sounds” option from the main menu and click on one of the sound
pack options. You can purchase a single sound, 4 sounds of your choice, 8 sounds of your choice, or 16
sounds of your choice. Consult the programming link listed at the beginning of this section for more details
on purchasing, downloading, and installing new sounds from the website. The Cabela’s SLP Game Call is also
capable of playing MP3, uncompressed WAV, OGG, and FLAC files obtained from other sources. The
Cabela’s SLP Game Call must always have 35 sounds loaded—no more, no less. If there are less than 35
sounds installed, the game call will not function properly.
6-2 Programming the Game Call (Windows PC’s)
The first step is to download and install the FOXPRO Sound Programming Utility. The installer for the
FOXPRO Sound Programming Utility can be downloaded directly from our website at any time by visiting the
following web address: https://www.gofoxpro.com/site/resources/foxpro-programming-utility
When the page is loaded, locate and click the ‘Download Now’ button to download the file. If you are
prompted to save or run the file, choose run. Otherwise, after the file has be saved, run it to go through the
installation process.
Launching the Utility
After installation, you can launch the utility through the start menu. Go to Start -> All Programs (or All
Applications) and look for FOXPRO. You can then click on ‘FOXPRO Programmer’ to launch the utility. When
the utility is open, you will see two columns on the main interface: ‘Source Sound Files’ and ‘Caller Sound
Files’. The ‘Source Sound Files’ column represents the sounds available in your local source sound files
folder (see Understanding File Locations & Source Sound Library below). The ‘Caller Sound Files’ column
represents the sounds inside of your game call.
Connecting your Game Call to the PC
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You can now connect the Cabela’s SLP Game Call to your PC. The USB port is located inside the battery
compartment. You will need to obtain the appropriate USB cable (USB 2.0 printer-style cable) as one is not
included with the product. Make sure that the game call is turned off prior to connecting it to your PC.
After connecting the 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. It will then ask you if you wish to back up your sounds. You
can take this time to do so, if you wish.
Understanding File Locations & Source Sound Library
After launching the utility, it will create a folder named ‘FOXPRO’ inside of your Documents folder. Inside of
the ‘FOXPRO’ folder is two additional subfolders: ‘Backup’ and ‘Sounds’. The ‘Sounds’ folder is the source
for the ‘Source Sound Files’ column in the programming utility. Always store new sound files in this ‘Sounds’
folder so that you can easily access them through the programming utility.
The Programming Process
1. Turn off the Cabela’s SL
P
Game Call.
2. Connect the Cabela’s SL
P
Game Call to the PC.
3. Launch the programming utility.
4. If you 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.
5. Select one, multiple, or all sound files in the "Source Sound Files" column.
6. Click on the position you wish to insert the sounds into on the right column and click "Insert". Or
if you are replacing existing sounds, use "Overwrite".
7. When complete, click on the "Update Caller" button to save your changes. Any sounds being
removed will automatically be backed-up.
8. Exit the utility and update your remote control as per the instructions in the next section.
6-3 Transferring a New Playlist to the TX35
Now that you are done programming your Cabela’s SLP Game Call, you are ready to download the new
playlist to the TX35 transmitter. You will need to obtain a 3.5mm male-to-male stereo patch cable for this
process.
1. Disconnect all accessories from the Cabela’s SL
P
Game Call (i.e. speakers or decoy).
2. Turn off the power for both the game call and the TX35.
3. Connect the 3.5mm patch cable from the sound upload jack on the TX35 to the AUX jack on the
game call.
4. Turn on the TX35.
5. After powering on, the TX35 will display “TURN ON CALLER”.
6. Turn on the game call.
7. The TX35 will display “TRANSFERRING DATA” as transfer occurs. When it’s done, the TX35 will
display, “REMOVE CABLE HOLD SEND”.
8. Unplug the cable from the TX35 first, followed by the main unit. Push and hold the power/send
button on the TX35 for 2-3 seconds. The screen should briefly display “TRANSFER COMPLETE”
and then your sound list will appear on the screen. Cycle through the list to view your changes.
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7. Troubleshooting
The most common problems are battery related. Before performing anything else, try installing fresh
batteries. When your batteries get low, in either the Cabela’s SLP Game Call or the TX35 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
Cabela’s SLP Game Call 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.
Cabela’s SLP Game Call does not
produce any sound
Make sure that the speaker selector switches are both in the
“on” position.
Cannot transfer sound list to
TX35
This typically stems from an error in the play list on the Cabela’s
SLP Game Call. If you recently added new sounds, double-check
the programming for errors such as duplicate or missing sound
numbers.
TX35 remote does not turn on
Install a new 9V battery.
Having trouble with programming
new sounds
Check out FOXPRO’s website for detailed programming
information for your Cabela’s SLP Game Call. 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.
8. Maximizing Remote Range
In order to achieve the best possible remote range with your Cabela’s SLP Game Call, it is recommended
that the following points be observed:
Always use a high quality alkaline battery in the remote.
Always maintain clear line of sight between the remote control and the game call. Any
obstructions—no matter how significant or insignificant—can adversely affect the radio signal.
Keep the remote control approximately 6 inches away from your body, gun barrel, and metal
shooting sticks as these things can detune the remote control.
Hold the remote control vertically rather than pointing it at the caller.
Avoid operating near power lines, cellular phone towers, and radar (such as near airports or
military installations).
Elevate the caller off of the ground by approximately 3 feet. This can greatly maximize your
overall remote control range.
Avoid situations where the Cabela’s SL
P
Game Call is placed at a lower elevation than the remote
control—the caller should always be higher.
If you are using the Cabela’s SL
P
Game Call 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 change, consider the amount of time from radio transmission from the remote to the
Cabela’s SLP Game Call 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
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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.
9. FCC & 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 between 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.
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.
Industry Canada Notice
This device complies with Industry Canada license-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 présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts de
licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de
brouilage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le functionnement.
10. Warranty Statement
Your FOXPRO® game call is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship that diminish
its usefulness for a period 3 years from the date of purchase. Return the unit prepaid and packaged securely
along with proof of purchase (store receipt) to the address shown below. 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
attention: Service
14 Fox Hollow Drive
Lewistown, PA 17044
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