Garrett SuperScanner, User Manual

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Page 2: ...r is an active hand held metal detector designed to find metal ferrous nonferrous and stainless steel weapons contraband or other object carried on a person or concealed by non metal object When used properly it is extremely effective in detecting even the smallest objects 2 Garrett Metal Detectors ...

Page 3: ...MPONENTS COMPONENTS FUNCTION SuperScanner 3 Safety Sling Power Switch LED Alerts Battery Cover Earphone Recharger Jack Detection Area Top and Bottom Interference Elimination Button Audio Threshold Adjust ...

Page 4: ... using the optional ear phone accessory the audio alert will only sound through the earphone The Audio Alert also indicates battery condition When approximately 10 of battery life remains the sound when metal is detected changes from a warble to a steady tone LED Array When the Power Switch is turned on the Green Light will remain illuminated as long as the unit is on When approximately 10 of batt...

Page 5: ... sitivity to detect the smallest of items This high level of sensitivity may produce alarms when approaching a floor con taining rebar Press and hold this button to decrease sensitivity to a level that does not respond to the rebar Release button and detector returns to normal sensitivity Earphone Recharger Jack An ear phone is available see Accessories for silent operation or for use in noisy env...

Page 6: ...detector See Accessories for Rechargeable Battery Kit Safety Sling Used to assist the opera tor in convenient handling of the SuperScanner Battery Cover Remains securely in place at all times but can be easily opened for changing the battery with no tools required 6 Garrett Metal Detectors ...

Page 7: ...t is turned OFF When the SuperScanner is operating it will detect metal only while it is in motion Move the instrument within approximate ly two inches from the person object being inspected Sound will increase sharply and the Red Alert Light will illumi nate whenever metal is detected adja cent to the Scan Area Operation is com pletely automatic All conductive metals will be detected including fe...

Page 8: ...Warbled Dimensions Length 1 6 5 42cm Width 3 25 8 3cm Thickness 1 62 4 13cm Weight 17 6oz 499g Voltage 6 8 to 10 Vdc Current 5 mA typical Battery Standard 9V Eveready No 216 or equivalent or 7 2V Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH rechargeable 8 Garrett Metal Detectors ...

Page 9: ...nmental Protection 1EC 60529 classification IP54 Note Do not affix metallic labels or any mate rial that might cause the detector to alarm to the detection area of the SuperScanner Doing so might cause an imbalance within the detection field and thereby reduce scanning effectiveness SuperScanner 9 ...

Page 10: ...anner is to be stored more than 30 days remove the battery Threshold Adjustment Turn on the SuperScanner Roll back the grip cover just below the nameplate Insert a small flat blade screwdriver in the exposed hole and turn slightly to adjust Sound should be barely silent when the detector is tuned on but not detecting metal Maximum sensitivity is achieved when threshold is set just below audible le...

Page 11: ...CAUTION Always verify that the SuperScanner is set to the desired sen sitivity level by testing with appropriate targets anytime the threshold adjustment is changed SuperScanner 11 ...

Page 12: ...oncerning its problem as well as your name address and telephone number Ship to Garrett Metal Detectors Service Department 1881 W State St Garland TX 75042 USA Allow approximately one week for techni cians to examine and repair your instru ment 12 Garrett Metal Detectors ...

Page 13: ...ssed in close proximity to metal objects Detection range is dependent upon the size and conductivity of the metal object The larger the object the greater the detection distance The SuperScanner is factory preset to maximum sensitivity with no operator adjustments required This ensures that the detector will be used at the proper operating level established for the partic ular security need Should...

Page 14: ...interfering nearby metal and permit pre cise scanning of the individual or object being scanned When metal objects are encountered a sharp audible signal and a red LED are activated If desired the audible signal can be silenced by inserting the optional earphone Further convenient LEDs include green for Power ON status and amber for Low Battery indication 14 Garrett Metal Detectors ...

Page 15: ... SuperScanner 15 The Interference Elimination Button may be required if floor rebar is present NOTE Detection is only possible when the SuperScanner is moving over a metallic object Front Scanning Double check pocket areas Back Scanning ...

Page 16: ...at use of this product has adverse effects on pregnancies or on the opera tion of electronic medical implants such as pacemakers However Garrett rec ognizes there may exist personal med ical electronic devices that may be affected by this product and advises that any recommendations by electronic medical device manufacturers or physi cians be followed 16 Garrett Metal Detectors ...

Page 17: ...tional electric current 110V Model 1610200 220V Model 1610800 Earphone The earphone permits audio alarms of SuperScanner to only come through the earplug Model 1600100 Belt Loop Police quality leather sling provides means for carrying the SuperScanner on any belt up to 3 7 5cm width Quick release access strap Model 1600800 SuperScanner 17 ...

Page 18: ...erScanner Video In addition to the User Manual a Garrett instructional video and DVD are avail able detailing SuperScanner features controls and operating tips on effective scanning VHS Model 1678100 PAL Model 1678170 DVD Model 1678180 18 Garrett Metal Detectors ...

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Page 20: ...TX 75042 Tel 972 494 6151 Fax 972 494 1881 E mail security garrett com Web garrett com 1531600 B 0805 Garrett Metal Detectors garrett com SuperScanner and the SuperScanner hand held design are trademarks of Garrett Electronics Inc Garrett Metal Detectors ...