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Follow these steps to pinpoint a target.
• When the detector detects a buried target, continue sweeping the search coil over
the target in a narrowing side-to- side motion.
• Make a visual note of exact spot on the ground where the detector beeps.
• Stop the search coil directly over this point on the ground. Move the search coil
straight forward away from you and straight back towards you a couple of times.
• Repeat steps 1-3 at a right angle to the original search line. Make a mark of “X”.
The target will be directly below the “X” at the point of the beep response.
Factors That Affect The Detecting
It’s difficult to have an accurate detecting result. Sometimes, the detecting may be
restricted by some factors:
• The angle of the target buried in the soil
• The depth of the target
• The level of oxidization of the target
• The size of the target
• Electro-magnetic and electrical interference surrounding the target.
In area of highly mineralized ground or wet sand, the detector will sound even if there
is no metal. In this case, you can lower the sensitivity or increase the DISC numeric
value. At the meantime, enhance the distance between the search coil and the
ground.
In area with trashy metal, you can set DISC numeric value to 50. In this case most
nails and small pieces of iron will be eliminated.
Metallic digging tools will also affect the detection if they are near the search coil. So
it’s better to place them a little bit far away.
Troubleshooting Guide
Problem
Reason
Suggestion
The detector
displays or
sounds without
detecting any
target
The detector may receive
interference and false signal
from broadcast antenna and
other electronic lines
Change searching place
The humidity of environment
may be extremely high
Wait for some time to check
again
The detector
sounds false
signals
Sensitivity set too
high/ environmental
electromagnetic interference
Reduce SENSITIVITY
Sweeping the detector’s
search coil too fast or at
wrong angle
Sweep the search coil more
slowly and hold the detector
correctly
Using 2 detectors in close
proximity
Keep two detectors at least 6
meters (20’) apart
LCD display
multiple target
categories or
emits several
sounds at once
There may be over one kind
of metal targets
Reduce the sensitivity to
eliminate the detection of the
deeper target
The detector can’t identify
the target. Sometimes,
oxidized metal also causes
the excursion of target arrow
and tone.
Sweep the search coil with
different angles
The detector
does not function
Five-pin cable not connected
well
Re-plug it properly
Dead battery
Replace batteries
Care and Maintenance
Handle the detector gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage circuit boards and
can cause the detector to work improperly.
Use the detector only in normal temperature environments. Temperature extremes
can shorten the life of electronic devices, causing internal damage to the detector.
Keep the detector away from dust and dirt, which can cause premature wear and
tear of parts.
Wipe the detector with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new. Do not use
harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the detector.
