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OWNER’S MANUAL

The Basics  
of Metal Detecting

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our Pioneer 101 Metal Detector  incorporates Motion Detection 

Technology. Movement over an object is required in order for the
machine to detect the object and emit a tone.

While holding your Pioneer 101 Metal Detector as indicated in the
picture to the right, sweep the search coil slowly from side to side. While
sweeping, maintain the search coil level with the ground.

If the detector chatters, reduce the sensitivity by turning the left knob (Sensitivity)
counterclockwise.

When searching a possible target, move the search coil repeatedly over the target. Be certain that
the signal repeats during each pass over the target. If the tone does not repeat consistently, you
are probably detecting trash items or oxidation. Only dig up targets with repeatable tones.

IMPORTANT: 

• Do not test the detector on the floor of a home or building.
• Most floors contain metal which will interfere with the detector’s operation.
• Unless air testing or demonstrating, use outside only.

PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR METAL DETECTOR

Summary of Contents for pioneer 101

Page 1: ...hatters reduce the sensitivity by turning the left knob Sensitivity counterclockwise When searching a possible target move the search coil repeatedly over the target Be certain that the signal repeats during each pass over the target If the tone does not repeat consistently you are probably detecting trash items or oxidation Only dig up targets with repeatable tones IMPORTANT Do not test the detec...

Page 2: ...he Pioneer 101 The Pioneer 101 will detect in extreme ground conditions ranging from salt for beach hunting to black sand for gold prospecting with no operator adjustments to the circuitry and with no loss of sensitivity From salt water beach conditions to black sand deposits common at gold prospecting locations the Pioneer 101 sees through the earth s naturally occurring minerals to find buried m...

Page 3: ...ght posture with your arm relaxed at your side 3 Wind the search coil 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 search coil Note To adjust the coil simply loosen the knob 4 Insert the coil s plug into the matching connector on the control housing Be sure the holes and pins line up c...

Page 4: ...our Pioneer 101 metal detector requires two 9 Volt ALKALINE batteries Follow these steps to install the batteries 1 Carefully remove the battery compartment door by pressing the release clip on the right side of the door 2 Snaponebatteryontoeachofthe terminals and place the batteries inside the compartment Insert one battery with the terminals facing down and the second battery with terminals faci...

Page 5: ... interference IV All Metal Detection A Wave all objects over the search coil NOTICE THE SINGLE TONE V Tone Mode Detection A Move toggle switch to the right position TONE B Turn the Discriminate knob to 2 00 about 3 4 turn C Sweep all of the different objects back and forth under the search coil NOTICE THE DIFFERENT TONES NOTICE THE METALS REJECTED VI Disc Mode Detection A Move the toggle switch to...

Page 6: ...specting Cache Hunting and general applications such as property marker locating This mode provides maximum depth detection capability FULL DISCRIMINATE Toggle Switch to the Left When using the Full Discriminator most trash items will be automatically rejected Adjust the DISCRIMINATE control higher to increase the range of discrimination TONE DISCRIMINATE Toggle Switch to the Right When using the ...

Page 7: ...s have a low tone larger coins have a high tone and pull tabs have a low tone or in between broken tone The broken tone makes pull tabs and trash easily recognizable Sensitivity will be reduced slightly when using the Pioneer 101 in the Tone Discrimination mode If you want optimal depth capability operate in the All Metal mode by turning the Discriminate control completely counterclockwise then tu...

Page 8: ...TIPS Turn the detector on using the left knob NOTE The detector will remain silent when turned on It will emit sound when metal passes beneath the search coil As the left knob is clicked on it will be at the lowest sensitivity setting Turning the control knob toward HIGH increases sensitivity to small or deeply buried objects If the unit chatters reduce the sensitivity slightly until the chatter s...

Page 9: ...ou move forward Keep your search coil approximately 1 2 inch above the ground as you search Raising it during the sweep or at the ends of your sweep can cause false readings Move slowly hurrying will cause you to miss targets Most desireable objects will respond with a repeatable tone When discriminating iron and foil objects generally do not respond False signals can be caused by trashy ground el...

Page 10: ...ve 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 occurs 6 If needed X the target at different angles to zero in on the exact spot on the ground at which the beep occurs REMEMBER The detector will beep just as the center of the search coil passes directly over the buried object If you have difficulty pi...

Page 11: ...t after successive passes of the coil over the same area then the target is usually not worthwhile Natural and man made electromagnetic fields can cause interference YOUR DETECTOR IS NOT STABLE AND HAS A PULSING DISTORTED TONE INSTEAD OF A CLEAR TONE This can occur if you re operating near another detector or near power lines that can interfere with the detector s operating frequency YOUR DETECTOR...

Page 12: ...in normal temperature environments Temperature extremes can shorten the life of electronic devices and distort or melt plastic parts Wipe the metal detector with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the metal detector The coil is waterproof and may be submerged into either fresh or salt water Be careful to preve...

Page 13: ... into your local history CONTROL SETTINGS REQUIRED 1 Toggle switch in center position 2 Discriminate knob is in OFF position CACHE HUNTING A cache pronounced cash is a buried or hidden valuable stored inside a case can strong box or a bag A cache could be the loot from a bank robbery or just someone s life savings A cache is often hidden in the floor or walls of an old house or is buried nearby Al...

Page 14: ...oken pull tabs before you find your first gold ring HOUSEHOLD APPLICATIONS Find property markers lost keys machine parts and other lost items CONTROL SETTINGS REQUIRED 1 Toggle switch in center position 2 Discriminate control knob is in OFF position GOLD PROSPECTING Find gold in abandoned gold mines and river beds where gold is continuously washed down stream from its place of origin CONTROL SETTI...

Page 15: ...lso perfect for gold prospecting and fitting into tight spaces 10 INCH COIL For maximum depth detection HEADPHONES Increase battery life and find more deeply buried objects evidenced by faint signals sometimes undetected with the standard speaker CARRY BAG Custom sized to carry your Pioneer 101 COIL COVERS Protect your coil from wear tear 4 inch 8 inch 10 inch www detecting com ...

Page 16: ...rs are warranted against defects in workmanship or materials under normal use for five years from date of purchase to the original user Liability in all events is limited to the purchase price paid Liability under this Warranty is limited to replacing or repairing at our option any Bounty Hunter Detector returned shipping cost prepaid to First Texas Products LP Damage due to neglect accidental dam...

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