Minelab Gold Monster 1000 Metal Detector Getting Started Guide

Quick Start

Follow these steps for immediate use:

1. 1. Turn On

   Press the power button to turn on the device.

   [Power button ?]

2. 2. Auto Noise Cancel

   The detector automatically cancels noise for optimal performance. This process may take approximately 10 seconds.

   [Noise cancellation ?]

3. 3. Begin Gold Detecting

   Start searching for gold with your detector.

   [Sweeping ?]

Factory Reset

To reset the device to its factory settings, press and hold the power button for approximately 10 seconds.

Control Panel Overview

Familiarize yourself with the controls:

• 1. Gold Chance Indicator: Displays the probability of detecting gold.
  [Gold chance indicator ?]
• 2. Battery Level: Shows the remaining battery charge.
  [Battery level ?]
• 3. Sensitivity Adjust (1-10): Adjusts the detector's sensitivity level from 1 to 10.
  [Sensitivity adjust ⬆️⬇️]
• 4. Auto Sensitivity (11): Automatically sets the optimal sensitivity level.
  [Auto sensitivity ⚙️]
• 5. Auto + Sensitivity (12): An enhanced automatic sensitivity setting.
  [Auto+ sensitivity ⚙️➕]
• 6. Error Indicator: Alerts the user to any operational errors.
  [Error indicator ⚠️]
• 7. Volume Adjust (1-6): Controls the audio output volume from 1 to 6.
  [Volume adjust ?]
• 8. Detect Mode: Selects the detection mode. Options include Iron, Low gold chance, Gold (Iron Reject), and Deep All-Metal.
  [Detect mode ?]
• 9. Ground Balance: Adjusts the detector to local ground conditions for optimal performance.
  [Ground balance 〰️]
• 10. Power: Turns the device on and off.
  [Power button ?]

Assembly Instructions

Assemble your Minelab Gold Monster 1000 following these steps:

1. Step 1: Shaft Assembly

   Screw the mid, lower, and upper shafts together. Ensure to check the washers for proper fit.

   [Diagram: Three shaft sections being screwed together, with a close-up of washers ??]

2. Step 2: Attach Lower Shaft to Coil

   Connect the lower shaft to the detector coil.

   [Diagram: Lower shaft being attached to the detector coil ?]

3. Step 3: Attach Control Box to Upper Shaft

   Secure the control box to the upper shaft.

   [Diagram: Control box being attached to the upper shaft ?]

4. Step 4: Attach Armrest

   Attach the armrest to the upper shaft.

   [Diagram: Armrest being attached to the upper shaft ?️]

5. Step 5: Wrap Cable and Connect

   Wrap the coil cable around the shaft and connect it to the control box.

   [Diagram: Coil cable being wrapped around the shaft and plugged into the control box ?]

6. Step 6: Insert Batteries and Connect Headphones

   Insert the batteries into the control box and connect your headphones.

   [Diagram: Battery compartment being closed and headphone jack being plugged in ??]

Universal Shaft Adaptor

The detector is compatible with alternative plastic shafts or broomsticks (diameter range approximately 22-24.5 mm or 0.89-0.96 inches).

Detecting Basics

Follow these fundamental techniques for effective metal detecting:

• Overlap Sweep

  Ensure each sweep of the coil overlaps the previous one to cover the search area thoroughly.

  [Diagram: Overlapping circular or elliptical sweeps of a detector coil ?]

• Sweep Level

  Keep the coil parallel to the ground and sweep smoothly at a consistent height.

  [Diagram: Detector coil sweeping parallel to the ground ?]

• Keep Metal Away from Coil

  Avoid bringing metal objects close to the coil during operation, as this can cause false signals.

  [Diagram: Hand holding metal object away from detector coil ✋]

• Refill Hole

  After retrieving an object, remember to refill the hole you dug.

  [Icon: Shovel filling a hole ⛏️]

Battery Charging

Charge the rechargeable battery pack using the provided charger. The indicator shows the charging status:

• Charging: The battery is currently charging. [Icon: Charging symbol ⚡]
• Fully Charged: The battery is completely charged. [Icon: Checkmark or full battery symbol ✔️]
• Error: An error occurred during charging. [Icon: Exclamation mark or 'X' symbol ❌]

Warranty and Compliance

Warranty Terms

This product has a 2-year limited warranty from the time of purchase. For more information, please visit www.minelab.com. Register your product online at register.minelab.com.

Compliance Information

FCC Part 15.105 (Information to the User): 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. WARNING: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Minelab Electronics could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

EU Declaration of Conformity: Minelab Electronics Pty Ltd declares that the radio equipment type GOLD MONSTER 1000 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.minelab.com/compliance.

Radio Frequency Specification

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