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Operating modes
6.2 Ionic Scan
The Ionic Mode of the Bionic X4 is specialized for the location of gold objects that have been buried for a
long time. The longer the object has been buried the better it can be read. For the search of freshly
buried objects we recommend the use of the Bionic mode.
To use the Bionic X4 in the Ionic mode, switch the unit on. After the unit has been turned on, click on
trigger on the hand grip until you have reached the menu entry of “Ionic Scan | Start ->”. Then push on
the green multi-function button.
6.2.1 Calibration
The next step is to calibrate the Bionic X4 on the desired object (gold) within the Ionic stream. Use an
adequate amount of gold to receive a good signal and complete the Bionic X4 calibration. The use of a
physical gold object will assist the unit in its calibration of the ionic stream.
The unit will calibrate itself automatically for the chosen ionic stream (field). Please pay particular
attention to the background that it is clear of any foreign objects or debris. Foreign objects or debris can
potentially disrupt the ionic stream, limiting the capabilities of the Ionic mode. Confirm the calibration
by pushing on the green button.
6.2.2 Processing a scan
At this moment the scan can be conducted and the previous technique as explained in the Bionic mode is
the same as in the Ionic Mode. The main difference is that when using the Ionic mode that you must not
be in contact with the electrodes on the hand grip. The Ionic mode does not require human contact.
The one item to take note of is that when using the Ionic mode the searchable area is limited to the
South. You will need to have the North at your back. The limited search area is from the South East (SE)
to the South West (SW).
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Figure 6.9: Calibrating the device onto a gold object in ionic mode
Gold object for
calibration