Introduction
Welcome to the Minelab X-TERRA PRO Quick Start Guide. This guide provides essential information to get you started with your new metal detector. For comprehensive details, please refer to the full user manual available online.
The full user manual and support are available at: minelab.com
Quick Start Steps
Follow these four simple steps to begin detecting:
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Step 1: Turn On
Press the power button to turn on the detector. [⚡ Power Symbol]
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Step 2: Select Search Mode
Choose a search mode suitable for your environment. [⚙️ Settings Symbol]
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Step 3: Noise Cancel
Perform noise cancellation if necessary to optimize performance. [? Volume Symbol]
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Step 4: Start Detecting
Begin sweeping the coil over the ground to detect targets. [▶️ Play Symbol]
Diagram Description (Page 1, Middle Row): The diagram illustrates the detection process: 1. Shows a sweeping motion with footprints, indicating ground coverage. 2. Displays icons for settings, noise cancellation, and audio output, suggesting configuration. 3. Depicts a hand holding the detector and pointing towards a target icon, representing target identification. 4. Shows a power button icon, indicating the device activation.
Search Modes
The X-TERRA PRO offers several search modes tailored for different environments:
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Park
Ideal for parks and areas with high levels of trash. Suitable for general detecting.
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Field
Offers the widest range of target sizes, making it perfect for historical sites and general searching.
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Beach
Designed to perform in all saltwater conditions, including dry sand, wet sand, surf, and underwater.
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General / Coin
Optimized for detecting coins and common relics.
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Precious Metal
A mode focused on detecting higher-value coins and relics.
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Wet Sand / Underwater / Surf
Specifically tuned for challenging wet and submerged conditions.
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Dry Sand
Optimized for dry sandy environments.
Diagram Description (Page 1, Top Row): The diagrams show different search modes (Park, Field, Beach) with indicators for settings (1, 2). Each mode is associated with specific target types like 'General/Coin', 'Precious Metal', and environmental conditions like 'Wet Sand / Underwater / Surf' and 'Dry Sand'.
Assembly
Follow these steps to assemble your X-TERRA PRO metal detector:
- Attach the search coil to the lower shaft.
- Slide the middle shaft into the lower shaft.
- Slide the upper shaft into the middle shaft.
- Connect the lower and middle shafts.
- Attach the upper shaft assembly to the control box.
- Connect the search coil cable to the control box.
- Connect headphones (optional).
- Connect the USB charging cable.
- Your X-TERRA PRO is now assembled.
Diagram Description (Page 2, Assembly): The diagrams illustrate the step-by-step assembly of the X-TERRA PRO. It shows how to connect the three shaft sections (lower, middle, upper) and attach the search coil and control box. Steps also cover connecting accessories like headphones and the USB cable.
Charging
Charging the detector is straightforward:
- Charging Time: Approximately 5-6 hours.
- Charger Requirements: Use a high-quality USB charger with a minimum output of 2A @ 5V. Using a low-quality charger may damage the device.
- Indicator: The Charge Status LED will indicate charging status.
- USB Port: Connect the USB cable to the detector's USB port. [? USB Symbol]
Note: Look for certification marks (e.g., CE, EAC, Intertek) on your USB charger.
Diagram Description (Page 2, Charging): A diagram shows the USB A port on the detector and a typical USB connection. Text indicates a charging time of 5-6 hours and specifies the need for a 2A @ 5V charger, warning against low-quality chargers.
Controls and Display
Familiarize yourself with the detector's controls and display elements:
| Control/Indicator | Description |
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| Tracking Ground Balance Indicator | Shows the status of the ground balance tracking. |
| Charge Status LED | Indicates battery charging status (e.g., red for charging, green for full). |
| Battery Level / Charge | Displays the remaining battery power. |
| Identification Scale | Helps identify target types based on conductivity. |
| Power Button | Turns the detector on/off. [⚡ Power Symbol] |
| Sensitivity Level | Adjusts the detector's sensitivity to targets. |
| Backlight / Flashlight | Short press: Turn backlight ON/OFF. Long press: Turn flashlight ON/OFF. [? Light Bulb Emoji] |
| Frequency Display | Shows the currently selected operating frequency. |
| Pinpoint Indicator | Activates pinpoint mode to precisely locate a target. [? Pin Emoji] |
| Search Mode Button | Cycles through available search modes. [⚙️ Settings Symbol] |
| Sensitivity & Settings Adjustment Buttons | Use [-] and [+] buttons to adjust sensitivity and other settings. [➖ Minus Symbol] [➕ Plus Symbol] |
| Backlight Indicator | Shows when the backlight is active. |
| Flashlight Indicator | Shows when the flashlight is active. |
| Vibration Indicator | Indicates when the vibration feature is active (for silent alerts). [? Mobile Phone with Vibration Emoji] |
| Headphone Indicator | Shows when headphones are connected. [? Headphones Emoji] |
| Wireless Audio Indicator | Shows the status of wireless audio connection. |
| Wireless Audio Control | Short press: Toggle wireless audio ON/OFF. Long press: Initiate wireless audio pairing. |
| Depth Gauge | Estimates the depth of detected targets. |
| Target ID Number | Displays a numerical value representing the detected target's conductivity. |
| Settings Button | Short press: Scroll through settings menu options. [⚙️ Settings Symbol] |
| Noise Cancel | Adjusts to reduce electromagnetic interference. |
| Ground Balance | Calibrates the detector to the ground mineralization. |
| Volume Adjust | Controls the main audio volume. [? Volume Emoji] |
| Threshold Volume Adjust | Sets the background hum level for better target detection. |
| Target Tone Adjust | Adjusts the pitch of target audio signals. |
| Accept / No Button | Confirms selections or actions. [✔️ Check Mark Emoji] / [❌ Cross Mark Emoji] |
| Recovery Speed | Determines how quickly the detector responds to subsequent targets. |
| Frequency | Allows selection of different operating frequencies. |
| Advanced Settings Button | Long press: Access advanced configuration options. [⚙️ Settings Symbol] |
| Tone Volume | Adjusts the volume of specific target tones. |
| Tone Break | Adjusts the point at which tones change for different target types. |
| Accept / No Button (Advanced) | Confirms selections or actions in advanced settings. [✔️ Check Mark Emoji] / [❌ Cross Mark Emoji] |
| Frequency (Advanced) | Allows selection of different operating frequencies in advanced settings. |
| All Metal Mode | Activates the All Metal detection mode. |
| Pinpoint / Detect Mode | Toggles between Pinpoint and standard Detect modes. |
| Frequency Selection | Allows selection of different operating frequencies. |
| Adjustments | Use [-] and [+] buttons for adjustments. [➖ Minus Symbol] [➕ Plus Symbol] |
Diagram Description (Page 2, Controls and Display): The diagram shows the control panel of the X-TERRA PRO metal detector. It labels various buttons, indicators, and the main display screen, detailing functions such as power, sensitivity, search modes, noise cancellation, ground balance, volume, and target identification.
