deerslayer pretty much covered it the way most do it.
Me I us a call about 1/100th of the time.I do most of mine calling with horns.I have a 6pt. set that was very small about 10" to 11" beams.they will fit into my pack.I rattle very lightly at first,if I don't hear or see anything rightaway , 2 to 3 min. them a little harder. and I do this for 30 sec. to 1 min. then stop for 15 to 20 min.if I see a deer that is far of I might grunt one or two times no more .tickle the horns and then stop( No More).
I have used the horns for years and harvest a deer or two every year.4 this year with the horns.durning the rut they are hot.I get near the beding area and wait and work.you will just have to try it and see.you can never tell what they will do in responce to calling.