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BASIC OPERATION

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BASIC OPERATION

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The RIGHT SIDE of the display classifies objects into three categories.

Silver/Copper: ------------------------------------------

Objects  composed  of  silver  and
cooper  will  illuminate  this  arrow.
Buried and heavily oxidized metal
objects, such as old tin cans, can
also fall into this category.  Larger
aluminum  objects,  like  beverage
cans, will sometimes fall into this
category.

Mid-Range: ------------------------------------------------

Mid-range  objects  cover  a  large
variety of metals. 
Among  them  are:  pull-tabs  from
beverage  containers,  nickels,
medium-sized gold objects, some
types of aluminum, and zinc.

Iron: -------------------------------------------------------------

All  ferrous  objects,  and  some
smaller aluminum objects, fall into
the  iron  category.  Small  gold
objects can also fall into this range.

The  BOTTOM  RIGHT  SIDE  of  the
display  will  illuminate  a  Low  Battery
Indicator  symbol  if  the  batteries  are
discharged.  The indicator illuminates,
and  remains  illuminated,  when  the
9-volt  batteries  have  discharged  to  a
level of 7.35 volts.

Reading the Display IN THE FIELD

With the detector in use in the field, the display will indicate both the DEPTH
and the TARGET IDENTIFICATION of each object detected.  After a target is
detected, these indicators will remain illuminated with this information until
the  next  target  has  been  detected.  If  uncertain  about  the  target’s
identification, try sweeping the coil at a faster speed. A more rapid sweep
over a target will generally provide a more accurate target identification.

The MODE CONTROL

The  MODE  touchpad  allows  for  the  elimination  from  detection  of
unwanted metal objects. 
By pressing MODE, the user toggles among four different discrimination
settings.

During MODE (or discrimination) selection, the SENSITIVITY INDICATOR
on the left of the display will flash continually.  The detector will remain
in this discrimination selection mode for 10 seconds until a metal object
has been detected.

If  an  object  is  detected  during  mode  selection,  the  detector  will
exit  mode  selection.  If  this  happens,  you  will  need  to  press
MODE again and begin mode selection over again. To avoid this,
keep  the  detector  stationary  and  reduce  sensitivity  before
pressing MODE.

The MODE touchpad has two functions:

Each first press of MODE will be followed by.

1

A  distinctive  tone  or  tones,  indication  the  detector’s  stored
discriminating setting.

HIGH TONE - no object eliminated.
LOW TONE - iron eliminated.
MEDIUM TONE - mid-range metals eliminated.
LOW & MEDIUM TONE - irons and mid-range metals
both eliminated.

2

Flashing  target  and  sensitivity  indicators.  The  flashing  target
indicators point to the targets eliminated.

Each 

subsequent 

press of MODE will toggle between discrimination settings.

The flashing arrow indicates the target category eliminated.

The detector will store the current discrimination setting until the power
is turned off.

Summary of Contents for Outback

Page 1: ... outdoor use only Many household appliances emit electromagnetic energy which can interfere with the detector If conducting an indoor demonstration turn the sensitivity down and keep the searchcoil away from appliances such as computers televisions and microwave ovens If your detector beeps erratically turn off appliances and lights especially those with dimmer switches Also keep the searchcoil aw...

Page 2: ...p 9 The Display 9 10 Mode Control discrimination 11 Discrimination Settings 12 Headphones 12 Audio Target Identification 13 Sensitivity Adjustment 14 In The Field Techniques 15 17 Troubleshooting 18 Treasure Hunter s Code of Ethics 19 Warranty 19 Accessories Back Cover Acco TR Alw Re Ta Re Ap Ac Ne All co P ...

Page 3: ...tecting applications Examples of undesirable iron objects are old cans pipes bolts and nails Sometimes the desired target is made of iron Property markers for instance contain iron Valuable relics can also be composed of iron cannon balls old armaments and parts of old structures and vehicles can also be composed of iron FERROUS Metals which are made of or contain iron PINPOINTING Pinpointing is t...

Page 4: ... swing the detector vigorously in order to hold the detector secure against the arm The detector can also be used without the strap with no compromise to detector balance and stability under most conditions Upper Stem Silver Button Searchcoil Cable Searchcoil yo m ne wa Wi wi na na res Yo sig sig be pr ind int hig so on sig sw the pr Wh gro are ...

Page 5: ...a comfortable upright posture with your arm relaxed at your side Maintain the searchcoil about 1 inch above the ground as you sweep 3 Wind the searchcoil cable around the stem Leave enough slack in the cable to let you adjust the coil when you are hunting on uneven ground Then tighten the knob at the end of the searchcoil Note To adjust the coil simply loosen the knob 4 Insert the coil s plug into...

Page 6: ...oderate force to clear the retaining tabs 4 Replace the battery door The Low Battery Indicator will come on and stay on if the batteries need to be replaced Most metal detector problems are due to improperly installed batteries or the use of non alkaline or discharged batteries If the detector does not turn on please check the batteries BATTERIES DO NOT MIX OLD AND NEW BATTERIES BATTERY DISPOSAL R...

Page 7: ...electromagnetic interference e Pivot searchcoil back toward the detector body III Power Up Press the ON touchpad The detector will beep twice and the full sensitivity setting will be indicated on the left of the display IV Wave each Object over the Searchcoil a Notice a different tone for each object Low Tone Nail Medium Tone Pull tab Zinc Penny High Tone Quarter b Motion is required Objects must ...

Page 8: ...toward Iron The flashing arrow indicates that this target category is currently Discriminated Out X Press the MODE touchpad again The flashing arrow will now point toward MID RANGE XI Wave all objects over the Searchcoil The Pull Tab and Zinc Penny will not be detected The other objects will be detected with their own distinctive tones XII Toggle modes by pressing the MODE touchpad again a Press o...

Page 9: ...dicates the detector s sensitivity level The sensitivity level can be changed using the up and down pads At maximum sensitivity the unit can detect a coin sized metal object buried about 6 beneath the surface larger objects can be detected much deeper 2 DEPTH INDICATION After detecting an object the pyramid shaped display indicates the approximate depth of buried coin sized objects Objects at or n...

Page 10: ...category Small gold objects can also fall into this range The BOTTOM RIGHT SIDE of the display will illuminate a Low Battery Indicator symbol if the batteries are discharged The indicator illuminates and remains illuminated when the 9 volt batteries have discharged to a level of 7 35 volts Reading the Display IN THE FIELD With the detector in use in the field the display will indicate both the DEP...

Page 11: ... MODE again and begin mode selection over again To avoid this keep the detector stationary and reduce sensitivity before pressing MODE The MODE touchpad has two functions Each first press of MODE will be followed by 1 A distinctive tone or tones indication the detector s stored discriminating setting HIGH TONE no object eliminated LOW TONE iron eliminated MEDIUM TONE mid range metals eliminated LO...

Page 12: ...Gold Medium Indicator Zinc Nickels Flashing Full Ferrous and Low Iron and Discrimination Mid Range Medium Mid Range metals Indicators Flashing USING HEADPHONES Using headphones not included improves battery life and prevents the sounds from annoying bystanders It also allows you to hear subtle changes in the sound more clearly particularly if searching in a noisy location For safety reasons do not...

Page 13: ...rous objects such as iron and steel will induce a low tone Small gold objects can also induce a low tone MEDIUM TONE Pull tabs newer pennies post 1982 larger gold objects zinc small brass objects and most bottle screw caps will induce medium tones Many recent vintage foreign currencies will induce medium tones including loonies toonies HIGH TONE Silver and copper coins larger brass objects older p...

Page 14: ...gnetic fields so if detecting with a friend keep two metal detectors at least 20 feet apart If the detector beeps erratically REDUCE THE SENSITIVITY by pressing the Down Sensitivity Arrow t on the left of the control panel SEVERE GROUND CONDITIONS A secondary use for the Sensitivity Control is to reduce false detection signals caused by severe ground conditions While your Outback contains circuitr...

Page 15: ...ote of the place on the ground where the beep sounds 3 Stop the coil directly over this spot on the ground 4 Now move the coil straight forward and straight back towards you a couple of times 5 Again make visual note of the spot on the ground at which the beep sounds 6 If needed X the target at different angles to zero in on the exact spot on the ground at which the beep sounds COIL MOVEMENT When ...

Page 16: ...ectly over the suspected target a few times it is more than likely trash metal Crossing the target zone with multiple intersecting sweeps at multiple angles is another way to verify the repeatability of the signal and the potential of the buried target To use this method walk around the target area in a circle sweeping the coil across the target repeatedly every 30 to 40 degrees of the circle abou...

Page 17: ... oxidation or highly mineralized ground soils If the detector beeps once but does not repeat the signal with several additional sweeps over the same spot there is probably no target present When searching very trashing ground it is best to scan small areas with slow short sweeps You will be surprised just how much trash metal and foil you will find in some areas The trashiest areas have been frequ...

Page 18: ...able signals Environmental Reduce sensitivity electromagnetic until erratic interference signals cease Constant low tone Discharged batteries Replace batteries or constant repeating tones Wrong type of Use only 9V batteries alkaline batteries LCD does not lock Multiple targets Move coil slowly on to one Target ID present at different angles or detector emits Highly oxidized multiple tones target S...

Page 19: ... resources wildlife and private property Act as an ambassador for the hobby use thoughtfulness consideration and courtesy at all times Never destroy historical or archaeological treasures All treasure hunters may be judged by the example you set always conduct yourself with courtesy and consideration of others 5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Register your warranty on line for a chance to win a FREE DETECT...

Page 20: ... exact location of buried metal objects Audio signal indicator and vibrator Runs on 1 9 Volt Battery PIN POINTER W Sand Scoop Large scoop with filtering holes Made of strong plastic SAND SCOOPBH Replacement Searchcoil 7 Standard Coil replacement 7COIL EX 9 Heavy Duty Digging Tool Metal blade with comfortable plastic handle and depth gauge TROWEL 2 Digging Tool Light and practical wide blade diggin...

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