National Geographic Metal Detector Instruction Guide

Setting Up Your Detector

Step 1: Unboxing

Your National Geographic detector requires no assembly or tools. Simply remove the detector from the box. Remove any caution tape.

Step 2: Releasing the Handle

Press down the red UNLOCK button on both sides to release the handle. Caution: Failure to press the unlock button when releasing the handle will cause damage.

Step 3: Inserting Batteries

Insert 4 x 1.5V AA (LR6) batteries (not included). Ensure correct polarity (+/-).

Step 4: Adjusting the Armrest

Slide out the armrest to your desired length, typically just under your elbow.

Step 5: Attaching the Search Coil

Fold out the search coil to be parallel with the ground. Tighten the wing nut to fix the coil position. Be careful not to over tighten.

Step 6: Extending the Shaft

Fully extend the lower shaft and ensure it clicks into place. It can also be left collapsed for a shorter detector length. To retract the shaft, firmly tap on the base of the coil.

Step 7: Adjusting Upper Shaft

Release the camlock lever to adjust the upper shaft to your desired length for your height.

Step 8: Securing the Armrest Strap

Adjust the armrest strap to securely fit around your arm.

Control Panel Overview

The control panel features several buttons and indicators:

• 1) POWER SWITCH (ON/OFF): Toggles the detector on and off.
• 2) EAR BUDS OUTPUT: A 1/8" connector for headphones, located at the rear.
• 3) SENSITIVITY: Increase for more detecting depth. Decrease if experiencing high noise interference or false signals.
• 4) PINPOINT: Use this function to determine the exact location of a target.
• 5) VOLUME: Adjusts the audio output level.
• 6) FIND MODE: Allows detection and rejection of specific metal objects. Cycle through modes using the Find button.
• 7) DEPTH INDICATION: Shows target depth as Shallow, Medium, or Deep.
• 8) FIND ICONS (x 4): Icons on the LCD indicate the type of metal object detected. If an icon is not visible, that object type will not be detected. These include icons representing iron objects, nails, horseshoes, rings, pull tabs, coins, and screw caps.
• 9) BATTERY LEVEL: Indicates the remaining battery power.

Detecting Basics

Quick Start Guide

Step 1: Power On

Switch your detector on. The LCD will light up with several icons.

Step 2: Begin Detecting

Sweep the coil over the ground in a side-to-side motion. The detector will light up and beep when a metal object is found.

Sweep Techniques

Sweep Level

Keep the coil 1–2 inches (2–3 cm) above and parallel to the ground at all times.

Speed

Sweep the coil over the ground in a side-to-side motion. An average sweep speed is 1–2 seconds from left to right.

Overlap Sweep

Slightly overlap the previous sweep to ensure full ground coverage.

Detector Handling

Adjustment

The detector should be held straight with your forearm and feel light and comfortable when you pick it up.

Space Between Users

Space

Recommended distance is 50 feet (15 m) apart when multiple users are scanning an area.

Searching Modes

Icon Descriptions

When a metal object is detected, the corresponding icon will flash on the control panel to indicate the target type. If the icon is turned off (not visible), then these object types will not be detected.

• Example 1: Iron objects, nails, and horseshoes.
• Example 2: Rings, pull tabs, and lower value coins.
• Example 3: Aluminum foil and lower value coins.
• Example 4: Low and high value coins and screw caps.

Find Modes

Cycle through the different modes using the Find button. Find modes allow you to search for specific groups of metal objects by accepting or rejecting detection. No need to dig the trash – just the treasure!

Select from 3 find modes:

• Mode 1: Beeps at all metal.
• Mode 2: Ignores iron objects.
• Mode 3: Ignores iron and aluminum objects.

Detector Sounds

The detector beeps at different tones depending on which object is found. There are 3 different audio tones:

• High Tone: Silver and copper targets produce the highest tone.
• Mid Tone: Metals produce a medium tone.
• Low Tone: Iron targets (such as nails) produce the lowest tone.

Safety Information

Battery Safety Information

• Battery installation and removal should be performed by an adult.
• Use only batteries recommended in this instruction guide.
• Be careful to install the batteries with the correct polarity as indicated.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Remove all batteries when replacing.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard, rechargeable, or different types of batteries.
• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the detector before being charged.
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used.
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
• Remove exhausted batteries.
• Caution: Do not dispose of battery in fire. Battery may explode or leak.

Other Safety Information

• Warning: This device contains moving parts. Use caution when adjusting components. Do not lean on the detector when in use as it is not designed to support your weight.
• Warning: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Minelab Electronics could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
• The coil is waterproof, but the entire device is not intended for underwater use. Please do not submerge. (The coil is waterproof up to 2ft / 0.6m).

Warranty, Ethics, and Compliance

Warranty Terms

This product has a 2-year limited warranty from the time of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase date. For warranty or customer service questions, please contact custserv@discoverwithdrcool.com or call 1(855) 437-2665.

Code of Ethics

1. Respect the rights and property of others.
2. Observe all laws, whether national, state, or local.
3. Never destroy historical or archaeological treasures.
4. Leave the land and vegetation as it was.
5. Always obtain permission before searching sites.
6. Always fill in your holes after digging.

Compliance (FCC Part 15.105)

Note: Class B Devices. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception (which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on), the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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