Minelab EQUINOX 700/900 Quick Start Guide
This guide provides essential steps for setting up and using your Minelab EQUINOX 700 or 900 metal detector.
Getting Started: Quick Start Steps
[Power Button] Turn on Detector
Press the power button to switch on the detector.
⚙️ Select Search Mode
Choose the appropriate search mode for your environment.
⚡ Noise Cancel / Ground Balance
Adjust settings to cancel interference and balance the ground.
? Start Searching
Begin your metal detecting adventure.
Search Modes
The EQUINOX 700 and 900 offer several specialized search modes:
PARK Mode
Description: Ideal for finding targets in cluttered areas in recreational zones and for general searches.
Suitable Conditions: Normal ground conditions.
Typical Targets: Small coins and artifacts.
Visuals: [Shovel icon], [Pickaxe icon], [Small coin icon]
FIELD Mode
Description: Excellent for detecting targets of various sizes in historical locations.
Suitable Conditions: Normal ground conditions.
Typical Targets: Coins and artifacts.
Visuals: [Coin icon], [Artifact icon]
BEACH Mode
Description: Suitable for all types of salt ground – dry sand, wet sand, for searching in the surf zone and underwater.
Suitable Conditions: Wet and dry sand, underwater, surf zone.
Typical Targets: Small coins and jewelry in wet and dry sand, coins and artifacts underwater and in the surf zone.
Visuals: [Wave icon], [Water drop icon]
GOLD Mode
Description: For searching for gold nuggets in mineralized gold-bearing ground.
Suitable Conditions: Difficult ground conditions.
Typical Targets: Small coins.
Visuals: [Gold nugget icon]
Assembly
Follow these steps to assemble your EQUINOX detector:
- Attach the coil to the lower shaft.
- Insert the lower shaft into the middle shaft.
- Secure the shafts using the cam locks. Ensure they are tightened properly.
- Attach the control box to the upper shaft.
- Connect the coil cable to the control box.
- Adjust the shaft length for comfortable use.
- Ensure all connections are secure.
Note: For detailed instructions on tightening cam locks, refer to the specific section on cam lock adjustment.
Charging the Detector
Charging Time: 5-6 hours for a full charge.
Procedure:
- Connect the USB-C cable to the detector's charging port.
- Connect the USB-A end of the cable to a compatible USB power source (e.g., a 5V, 2A wall adapter or computer USB port).
- The charging indicator LED will show the charging status.
Important: Use only a high-quality USB charger with an output of at least 2A at 5V to prevent potential damage.
Visuals: [USB-A Port], [USB-C Port], ?, ?
Controls and Display
Familiarize yourself with the detector's controls and display elements:
| Control/Indicator | Description | Icon Representation |
|---|---|---|
| Overload Indicator | Indicates signal overload, often during beach searches. | ⚠️ |
| Charging Indicator LED | Shows the status of the battery charging. | ? |
| Battery Level | Displays the remaining battery charge. | ? |
| Flashlight | Activates the built-in flashlight. | ? |
| Power Switch | Turns the detector on or off. | [Power Button] |
| Backlight | Activates/deactivates the display backlight. Long press activates flashlight. | ? |
| Discrimination Scale | Visual representation of target discrimination settings. | ? |
| Sensitivity Adjustment (+/-) | Increase or decrease the detector's sensitivity. | ⬆️ ⬇️ |
| Search Modes | Select between different search modes (Park, Field, Beach, Gold). | ⚙️ |
| All Metal Mode | Activates the All Metal detection mode. | ⚙️ |
| Pinpoint Mode | Enables precise location of targets. | ? |
| Target ID Number | Displays the numerical identification of a detected target. | #️⃣ |
| Vibration Indicator | Shows when vibration feedback is active. | ? |
| Headphone Indicator | Indicates connection status of wired headphones. | ? |
| Wireless Audio Indicator | Shows connection status for wireless audio devices. | ? |
| Ground Balance Tracking | Indicates the detector is actively tracking ground conditions. | [Tracking Symbol] |
| Wireless Audio On/Off/Pairing | Short press to toggle wireless audio; long press to pair. | ? |
| User Profile | Allows saving and loading custom settings. (EQUINOX 900 only) | ? |
| Depth Indicator | Estimates the depth of the detected target. | ? |
| Settings | Accesses the main settings menu. Short press moves to next setting. | ⚙️ |
| Noise Cancel | Initiates automatic or manual noise cancellation. | ⚡ |
| Ground Balance | Initiates manual ground balance. | ? |
| Volume Control | Adjusts the audio volume. | ? |
| Threshold Tone | Sets the background hum level. | ? |
| Target Tone | Defines the audio tone for detected targets. | ? |
| Tracking Speed | Adjusts how quickly the detector tracks ground changes. (EQUINOX 900 only) | ? |
| Tone Volume | Adjusts the volume of target tones. | ? |
| Threshold Tone Pitch | Adjusts the pitch of the threshold tone. (EQUINOX 900 only) | ? |
| Tone Pitch | Adjusts the pitch of target tones. | ? |
| Tone Break | Creates a gap in tones for better discrimination. | 〰️ |
| Iron Bias | Adjusts the detector's response to iron targets. (EQUINOX 900 only) | 〰️ |
