Minelab Manticore Metal Detector Quick Start Guide

Quick Setup

Follow these four simple steps to get started:

1. Step 1: Turn On

   Press the power button to turn on the Manticore detector.

2. Step 2: Select Search Mode

   Choose a search mode tailored to your environment. The available modes are:

   • All Terrain: Ideal for areas with high trash density, fields, and historical sites, suitable for general searches.
   • Beach: Perfect for all salty conditions, including dry sand, wet sand, surf, and underwater use.
   • Goldfield: Designed for prospecting gold nuggets in mineralized goldfields.

   If you are unsure which mode to select, the General mode is recommended for your search area.

3. Step 3: Ground Balance

   Perform a ground balance to optimize the detector's performance for the specific soil conditions.

4. Step 4: Go Search

   With setup complete, you are ready to begin detecting.

Assembly

The Manticore features a telescopic shaft for easy assembly and adjustment.

Tighten Camlocks: If the camlocks feel loose or slip, tighten them. Ensure the shaft sections are securely locked before use.

• Open: Loosen the camlock levers.
• Tighten gradually: Adjust the shaft length and then close the camlock levers.
• Close: Securely fasten the camlock levers.
• Check and repeat if necessary: Ensure all connections are firm.

Charging

Charge the Manticore detector before first use.

• Full Charge: Approximately 7-8 hours using a standard USB-A charger.
• Fast Charge: Approximately 3 hours using a USB-C to USB-A cable.

⚠️ Caution: Use a high-quality USB charger with a minimum charging capacity of 2A @ 5V. Using an inferior charger may lead to USB charging errors.

⚠️ Caution: Charge the detector only at ambient temperatures between 0°C and +40°C.

Controls & Display

Familiarize yourself with the Manticore's controls and display elements:

Main Controls:

• Power [power]: Turns the detector on/off.
• Volume ?: Adjusts audio volume.
• Sensitivity [sensitivity]: Adjusts the detector's sensitivity level.
• Back ↩️: Returns to the previous screen or menu.
• Navigation Buttons [navigation buttons] (x4): Used to navigate menus and options.
• Softkeys [softkeys]: Context-sensitive buttons whose functions change based on the current screen or settings.
• Pinpoint [pinpoint]: Activates the pinpoint mode for precise target location.

Settings Menu:

Press the settings button (⚙️) on the detection screen to access the settings menu. Options include:

• General Settings
• Frequency
• Tone Profile
• Target Tones
• Iron Tones
• Iron Thresholds
• Rejection Pattern
• Recovery Speed
• Ground Balance
• Noise Cancel
• Search Mode
• Volume

Display Indicators:

• Charge Status LED ?: Indicates battery charging status.
• Search Mode: Displays the currently active search mode.
• Target ID Number [target ID]: Shows the numerical identification of a detected target.
• Conductive ID [conductivity scale]: Indicates the target's conductivity.
• Iron Indicator [iron indicator]: Helps distinguish iron targets.
• Depth Indicator [depth indicator]: Estimates the depth of the target.
• Battery Level ?: Shows remaining battery power.
• Wireless Audio ?: Indicates wireless audio connection status.
• Light Sensor ?: Adjusts screen brightness automatically.
• Headphone Connectivity ?: Shows headphone connection status.
• Flashlight ?: Activates the built-in flashlight.

ID Card:

The ID Card on the display provides a visual representation of target characteristics:

• Conductivity Scale Target ID: A scale from 0 to 99 representing conductivity.
• Iron Thresholds: Defines the range for iron targets.
• Target Tracking: Visualizes target behavior (e.g., a nail).
• Rejection Pattern: Visualizes how targets are rejected (e.g., a coin).

Product Compliance

Information regarding product conformity can be found within the detector's settings. Navigate to Settings ⚙️ > General Settings > Compliance.