Minelab VANQUISH 440/540 Metal Detector
Assembly and Quick Start Guide
Assembly Instructions
Follow these steps to assemble your Minelab VANQUISH metal detector:
- Connect the lower shaft to the control box.
- Attach the search coil to the end of the lower shaft.
- Slide the upper shaft into the lower shaft.
- Insert the upper shaft into the control box.
- Secure the shaft sections using the locking mechanism.
- Attach the armrest to the upper shaft.
- Insert 4 AA batteries into the battery compartment on the control box.
- Connect the search coil cable to the control box.
- Adjust the shaft length for comfortable use.
Quick Start
Get ready to start detecting quickly:
- Power On: Press the Power Button.
- Wait: Allow the detector to initialize for approximately 5 seconds.
- Start Treasure Hunting: Select a search mode and begin detecting.
Search Modes
The VANQUISH series offers multiple search modes tailored for different targets:
- Coins ?: Ideal for finding coins from around the world while ignoring common trash.
- Relics ?: Designed for searching for historical relics in fields and forests.
- Jewelry ?: Helps locate lost jewelry items.
- Custom ⚙️: Allows users to create personalized modes to minimize unwanted targets.
Controls
Familiarize yourself with the control panel:
| Number | Control Name | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Backlight Button (540) | ? |
| 2 | Power Button | [Power] |
| 3 | Volume Control | ? |
| 4 | All Metal* | *Long press to switch to Iron Bias (540) |
| 5 | Pinpoint | ? |
| 6 | Sensitivity | ⬆️⬇️ |
| 7 | Add/Remove | [Add/Remove] |
| 8 | Edit Search Mode | [Edit Mode] |
| 9 | Search Mode | [Mode Select] |
| 10 | Bluetooth Button (540) | ? |
| 11 | Target ID Guide | [ID Guide] |
Display
Understand the information shown on the display:
| Number | Display Element |
|---|---|
| 12 | Battery Status Indicator ? |
| 13 | Backlight Indicator (540) |
| 14 | Bluetooth Indicator (540) ? |
| 15 | Volume Indicator ? |
| 16 | Sensitivity Indicator ⬆️⬇️ |
| 17 | Iron Bias Indicator |
| 18 | Target ID Display Screen |
| 19 | Depth Gauge |
| 20 | Search Mode Indicator |
| 21 | Target ID Segment |
| 22 | Pinpoint Indicator ? |
