Minelab X-TERRA PRO Metal Detector
Getting Started Guide
This guide provides a quick start to using your Minelab X-TERRA PRO metal detector. For the full user manual and additional languages, please visit minelab.com.
Available languages for download include: Deutsch, Español, Français, 日本語, 한국어, Português, Русский, 中文, and more.
Quick Start
Follow these four simple steps to begin detecting:
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Step 1: Turn On
Press and hold the power button to turn on the detector. ?
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Step 2: Select Search Mode
Choose a search mode suitable for your environment. ⚙️
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Step 3: Noise Cancel
Perform noise cancel to eliminate interference. ?
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Step 4: Go Detecting
Begin sweeping the coil over the ground to detect targets. ?
Search Modes
The X-TERRA PRO offers several search modes tailored for different environments and targets:
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Park Mode
Suitable for recreational areas with a lot of trash, including common detection scenarios. ?
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Field Mode
Ideal for historical fields, offering a wide range of target sizes. ?
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Beach Mode
Designed for all saltwater conditions – dry sand, wet sand, surf, and underwater. ?
Specific modes include:
- General & Coin ?
- Fine Jewellery ?
- Coin & Artefact ?
- Fine Artefact & Coin ?
- Wet & Dry Sand ?️
- Underwater & Surf ?
Assembly
Assemble your X-TERRA PRO detector by following these steps:
- Attach the coil to the lower shaft.
- Connect the lower shaft to the middle shaft.
- Connect the middle shaft to the control box housing.
- Ensure all connections are secure.
- Attach the control box to the upper shaft.
- Connect the coil cable to the control box.
- Adjust the shaft length for comfortable use.
- The detector is now ready for use.
Diagrams in the original document illustrate these steps visually.
Charging
Charge your detector using a high-quality USB charger with a minimum capacity of 2A @ 5V. ?
Charging time is approximately 5-6 hours. ?
Caution: Using a low-quality USB charger may lead to charging failure. Look for the certification marks (e.g., CE, EAC) on your USB charger.
Diagrams in the original document show the USB-A port and charging connection.
Controls & Display
Familiarize yourself with the detector's controls and display:
| Indicator/Control | Description |
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| Ground Balance Tracking Indicator | Shows the status of ground balance tracking. |
| Battery Level / Charging Status | Indicates current battery charge and charging status. ? |
| Discrimination Scale | Visual representation of target discrimination levels. |
| Power Button | Press and hold to turn the unit on/off. |
| Sensitivity Level | Adjusts the detector's sensitivity. |
| Frequency Display | Shows the current operating frequency. |
| Pinpoint Indicator | Helps to precisely locate a target. ? |
| Search Mode | Displays the currently selected search mode. |
| Sensitivity Adjustment (+/-) | Buttons to increase or decrease sensitivity. |
| All Metal Button | Activates the All Metal detection mode. |
| Pinpoint/Detect Button | Short press for pinpointing, long press for detection. |
| Backlight/Flashlight | Short press turns on the backlight; long press activates the flashlight. ? |
| Wireless Audio Indicator | Shows the status of wireless audio connection. ? |
| Headphone Indicator | Indicates when headphones are connected. ? |
| Vibration Indicator | Signals target detection through vibration. |
| Target Identification Number (TID) | Numerical value indicating the likely type of target. |
| Depth Gauge | Estimates the depth of the detected target. |
| Settings Button | Short press cycles through settings; long press accesses advanced settings. ⚙️ |
| Noise Cancel | Reduces electromagnetic interference. ? |
| Ground Balance | Adjusts the detector to ground mineralization. |
| Volume Adjustment | Controls the audio output volume. ? |
| Threshold Level | Sets the background audio level. |
| Target Tones | Configures audio tones for different target types. |
| Accept/Reject | Used for target discrimination. ✔️ / ❌ |
| Recovery Speed | Adjusts how quickly the detector responds to targets. |
| Tone Volume | Adjusts the volume of specific target tones. |
| Notch Filter | Excludes specific target ID ranges. |
| Frequency | Allows selection of operating frequency. |
The display shows icons for various settings and indicators.
