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Method 3 - To accept or reject a large range of target IDs:

a. Start from either the first or last number of the ID band you wish to select.
b. Push and hold both the Accept/Reject button, and the – or + button until the selected area
is achieved. You will note that the cursor box on the Graphic Identification bar will be 
shaded when the ACCEPT/REJECT button is in REJECT mode and clear when in the
ACCEPT mode.
Tip:  Due to the processing methods used by the Quattro MP, the ACCEPT/REJECT
button is far more effective when in the LOW TRASH DENSITY setting. The HIGH 
setting enhances the detectors ability to pick out good targets in high concentrations of
Iron, and as a result the ACCEPT/REJECT function is not as accurate. (See section 8.6
for more on TRASH DENSITY)

Once the discrimination pattern has been modified, the 

icon will appear next to the

detect button to show that the detect mode has been modified. These changes to 
discrimination pattern will be lost if you select a different detect mode. The modified 
discrimination pattern can be saved as a user detect mode by following the steps below.

To create and save a user mode:

The  

icon will appear next to the mode button when the changes are saved as a 

personal setting.

a. Select the factory pre-set detect mode you want to alter.
b. Modify the discrimination pattern as per 9.1.2. 
c. Press and hold (approx. 3 seconds), the appropriate mode button until the SAVED
message is displayed on the screen as shown below:

d. When the mode is saved, the  

icon will appear next to the mode button that was

pressed. You can save your personal pre-set mode in any of the four pre-set locations.

Once a user mode is saved, simply press the mode button to revert to the factory 

pre-set mode 

, or press it again to return to your personal saved mode. This allows

you to easily toggle between the two, to compare responses on various targets. 

Note: Any time a different mode button is selected, a small sound (loudspeaker) icon is
displayed next to the battery level icon. It will stay on for ten seconds and will show if
the mode is using Conductive or Ferrous sounds. This is shown as: 

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Summary of Contents for Quattro MP

Page 1: ...MINELAB User Manual...

Page 2: ...tains Minelab Electronics Pty Ltd rights technical data or restricted rights data or both Patents and trademarks apply Disclaimer The Minelab metal detector discussed in this operating manual has been...

Page 3: ...ly 6 Step 3 Connecting the Shaft Assembly 7 Step 4 Armrest Assembly 7 3 SEARCH COILS 8 4 BATTERIES 9 4 1 Removal Replacement of Battery Pack 9 4 3 Recharging NiMH Battery Pack 10 4 4 Battery Indicator...

Page 4: ...th Consistent sensitivity over a wide range of targets Circuitry that reduces interference from electromagnetic sources More accurate identification of target characteristics The Full Band Spectrum FB...

Page 5: ...tteries Coil 10 5 inch 264mm Audio Output Internal speaker or headphones Headphone Input 1 4 inch 6 3mm stereo jack Transmission Full Band Spectrum Simultaneous multiple frequency transmission ranging...

Page 6: ...h coil itself as this cable is direct wired into the coil and is not dismountable Any attempt to disconnect this cable will void your coil warranty Step 2 Shaft Assembly 1 Release the shaft camlock le...

Page 7: ...in mind it will need to be parallel to the ground during detecting Note To avoid difficulty securing the control box camlock lever step 9 ensure the shaft camlock is released to allow greater shaft m...

Page 8: ...To replace the search coil 1 Undo control box camlock and disconnect the coil cable from the control box 2 Separate the two shaft assemblies by releasing the shaft camlock and sliding the lower shaft...

Page 9: ...full performance There is no limit to the time the battery pack can be left on charge Removal instructions apply to both types of battery packs 4 1 Removal Replacement of Battery Pack To Remove the B...

Page 10: ...t 18 hours for a complete charge If the battery was not completely discharged the charging time will be shorter The car charger is provided with a 3AG 2Amp fast fuse for short circuit protection which...

Page 11: ...mmend a comfortable feeling headphone with a high 32 ohm rating Minelab s Custom Koss headphones available as an accessory are rated at 100 ohm 6 Quick Start Simply turn on the Quattro MP by pressing...

Page 12: ...r in the Factory Preset mode recommended in your first few outings press and hold the POWER button approximately 5 seconds until the Factory Preset message is displayed on the screen 7 2 Display Meter...

Page 13: ...ds to the ID number E see below shown in the meter 7 2 3 ID Number When a target is detected while searching a number E appears on the left side of the meter identifying the characteristics of the tar...

Page 14: ...cribed by the detect mode name The four detect modes are Coin 3a Relic 3c Coin Jewelry 3b All Metal 3d In some locations there may be a specific pattern to the type of targets found in the area For ex...

Page 15: ...ted The audio signal response will vary depending on conductiv ity in the same fashion as the COIN mode The pre set reject settings for this mode are 10 to 1 Tip Low tone Low Conductivity content High...

Page 16: ...screen as the coil passes directly over the target There is not a lot of difference between the signal produced by shallow targets and those by deeper targets so it is important to note the approximat...

Page 17: ...ghlighted To avoid pressing the buttons numerous times you can press and hold in the button and the selection will move smoothly then release the button when you ve reached your desired selection c Pr...

Page 18: ...e Quattro MP The range of volume available is from 0 to 20 and the preset level is 20 This is used to prevent signals from large and shallow items producing very loud signals that are uncomfortable to...

Page 19: ...jects are moved in close proximity to the search coil 8 5 Contrast The contrast of the main screen can be adjusted using the CONTRAST Control to suit the user as well as weather conditions 8 6 Trash D...

Page 20: ...et is fully rejected For this reason accurate discrimination is best when operating in LOW setting TIP When detecting do not wear steel toed boots or shoes with metal eyelets These can send conflictin...

Page 21: ...f a factory pre set mode can be modified and saved as a personal setting so that your own preferred discrimination pattern is ready for use any time you wish The icon will be displayed on the screen t...

Page 22: ...lost if you select a different detect mode The modified discrimination pattern can be saved as a user detect mode by following the steps below To create and save a user mode The icon will appear next...

Page 23: ...tent the tone of the signal will be of a higher tone Null If you pass across a target which is discriminated out you will notice that the threshold will momentarily go quiet and return again once you...

Page 24: ...in the headphones check the headphones and their connection Check the Audio menu s Max Limit a setting of 0 is silent or Audio OFF If there is no sound from the speaker or the headphones but the detec...

Page 25: ...ts of ground mineralization Handle assembly Part of the detector made up of the control box handle and armrest Mineralized ground Ground containing certain minerals which can cause false signals to be...

Page 26: ...tivity Preset Auto Target Volume Preset 20 Threshold Preset 12 Noise Cancel Automatic Contrast Preset 10 Trash Density Preset Low Discrimination Settings Coin Mode 10 to 2 and 6 to 8 Coin Jewelry Mode...

Page 27: ...n environmentally safe manner Disposal of unwanted electronic equipment in landfilled waste may contribute to adverse long term environmental effect due to the leaching of contaminating and toxic subs...

Page 28: ...notes p28 www minelab com...

Page 29: ...usa com tel 1 702 891 8809 Minelab Electronics Pty Ltd PO Box 537 Torrensville Plaza South Australia 5031 AUSTRALIA email minelab minelab com au tel 61 8 8238 0888 Minelab International Limited Laragh...

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