Minelab Manticore Metal Detector Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide

Follow these four simple steps to begin detecting:

1. Turn On the Detector: Press the power button.
2. Choose Search Mode: Select the mode best suited for your environment.
3. Eliminate Interference: Adjust settings to minimize unwanted signals.
4. Start Detecting: Begin your search.

Diagram Description: A visual guide illustrating the four quick start steps with corresponding icons.

Search Modes

The Manticore offers various search modes tailored for different conditions:

All-Terrain

Ideal for areas with a lot of trash, fields, and historical sites. Suitable for most general detecting conditions.

• GENERIC [Generic]
• RAPID [Rapid]
• LOW CONDUCTOR [Low Conductor]
• HIGH CONDUCTOR [High Conductor]
• EXCLUSION [Exclusion]
• CONDUCTORS [Conductors]
• WASTE CONDUCTORS [Waste Conductors]

Beach

Perfect for all high-salinity terrains – dry/wet sand, surf, and underwater.

• GENERIC [Generic]
• LOW CONDUCTOR [Low Conductor]
• CONDUCTORS [Conductors]
• BEACH & SEA WATER [Beach & Sea Water]

Gold Terrain

Ideal for prospecting gold nuggets in mineralized gold terrains.

• GENERIC [Generic]
• LOW CONDUCTOR [Low Conductor]
• DEEP [Deep]

Guidance: If unsure which mode to select, use the Generic mode that best matches your detecting environment.

Assembly

Connect the different shaft sections of your Manticore detector:

1. Connect the lower shaft to the control box.
2. Connect the middle shaft to the lower shaft.
3. Attach the search coil to the lower shaft.
4. Secure all connections using the camlocks.

Diagram Description: Visual steps for assembling the metal detector shaft and attaching the coil.

Camlock Tightening

Ensure secure connections by properly tightening the camlocks. Retighten if they slip or if there is play.

• Open: [Open] the camlock lever.
• Tighten: Gently and progressively tighten the camlock.
• Close: [Close] the camlock lever.
• Check: Verify the connection is secure and repeat if necessary. [Repeat]

Diagram Description: Illustrates the process of opening, tightening, and closing the camlock mechanism for secure assembly.

Charging

Charge your detector for optimal performance.

Charging Time: Approximately 7-8 hours for a full charge.

Diagram Description: Shows a USB-A cable connecting to the detector's USB-C port for charging.

Important Charging Information:

• Use a quality USB charger with a minimum capacity of 5V 2A. Poor quality chargers may not function correctly. Look for certifications like CE, EAC, Intertek on chargers.
• Recharge the detector only within ambient temperatures ranging from 0 °C to +40 °C.

Diagram Description: Indicates a faster charging time of 3 hours, likely with a compatible charger.

Controls and Display

Familiarize yourself with the Manticore's controls and display interface.

Menu Parameters

Access the Settings Menu by pressing the [Menu] button on the Detection screen.

Display Indicators

• Charge Status LED [Charge Status LED]
• Target Saturation [Target Saturation]
• Search Mode [Search Mode]
• Frequency [Frequency]
• Volume [Volume]
• Back [Back]
• General Settings [General Settings]
• Frequency [Frequency]
• Audio Theme [Audio Theme]
• Target Tones [Target Tones]
• Iron Tones [Iron Tones]
• Iron Bias [Iron Bias]
• Discrimination Pattern [Discrimination Pattern]
• Recovery Speed [Recovery Speed]
• Ground Balance [Ground Balance]
• Interference Cancel [Interference Cancel]
• Search Mode [Search Mode]
• Volume [Volume]
• Ground Balance Tracking [Ground Balance Tracking]
• Wireless Audio [Wireless Audio]
• Light Sensor [Light Sensor]
• Headphone Connectivity [Headphone Connectivity]
• Charge Level / Charging [Charge Level/Charging]
• Target ID Number [Target ID Number]
• Conductivity ID [Conductivity ID]
• Conductivity ID with Iron Indicator [Conductivity ID with Iron Indicator]
• Salinity Indicator (Beach Mode Only) [Salinity Indicator]
• Target Depth Indicator [Target Depth Indicator]

Physical Controls

• Power [Power]
• Sensitivity [Sensitivity]
• Backlight/Illumination [Backlight/Illumination]
• Flashlight [Flashlight]
• Action Bar [Action Bar]: Actions and icons adapt based on the current settings or displayed screen.
• Action Bar Programmable Buttons (x2) [Programmable Button]
• Sensitivity Adjustment: Use the [Up Arrow] / [Down Arrow] buttons on the Detection screen to adjust sensitivity.
• Pinpoint Activation: Press the [Pinpoint] button from the Detection screen to enter Pinpoint mode.
• Navigation Arrows (x4) [Navigation Arrow]
• Side Programmable Button [Side Programmable Button]

Target ID Card

The Target ID Card provides a visual reference for target identification:

• Iron Bias [Iron Bias]
• Target Trace (e.g., nail) [Target Trace (e.g., nail)]
• Discrimination Pattern [Discrimination Pattern]
• Target Trace (e.g., coin) [Target Trace (e.g., coin)]
• Target ID Scale: Ranges from 0 to 99.
• Conductivity ID Scale [Conductivity ID Scale]

Diagram Description: A graphical representation of the Target ID Card, showing conductivity ranges and ferrous indicators.

Further Information

Scan the QR code or visit www.minelab.com/manticore to download the full user guide, specifications, software updates, and training resources for your product.

Available Languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Chinese, and more.

Compliance Information: Access via Settings > General Settings > Compliance.

Model Number: 4901-0465-1