Bounty Hunter DISCOVERY 2200 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
The
Discovery 2200
is a professional metal
detector. While the most
difficult aspects of metal detecting
have been automated, it is a
sophisticated electronic device which
requires an understanding of some basic
features and metal detecting concepts.
If you do not have prior experience with a
metal detector, we strongly recommend that you:
1) Adjust the Sensitivity to a low setting in the event
of false signals. Always begin use at a reduced
sensitivity level; increase to full sensitivity after you have
become familiar with the detector.
2) Do not use indoors. This detector is for outdoor use only. Many
household appliances emit electromagnetic energy, which can
interfere with the detector. If conducting an indoor demonstration,
turn the sensitivity down and keep the search coil away from
appliances such as computers, televisions and microwave ovens.
If your detector beeps erratically, turn off appliances and lights,
especially those with dimmer switches.
Also keep the search coil away from objects containing metal, such
as floors and walls.
3) Read this manual. Most importantly, review the Quick-Start Demo
(p.7-8) and Basic Operation (p. 9-11).
4) Use 9-volt ALKALINE batteries only. Do not use Heavy Duty
Batteries.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Quick-Start Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8
Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-12
All Metal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Discrimination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Notch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Zap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Audio Target Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Target and Depth Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Sensitivity Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
In The Field Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-18
Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Treasure Hunter’s Code of Ethics . . . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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TERMINOLOGY
The following terms are used throughout the manual, and are standard
terminology among detectorists.
ELIMINATION
Reference to a metal being "eliminated" means that the detector will
not emit a tone, nor light up an indicator, when a specified object
passes through the coil’s detection field.
DISCRIMINATION
When the detector emits different tones for different types of metals,
and when the detector "eliminates" certain metals, we refer to this
as the detector "discriminating" among different types of metals.
Discrimination is an important feature of professional metal
detectors. Discrimination allows the user to ignore trash and
otherwise undesirable objects.
RELICA relic is an object of interest by reason of its age or its association
with the past. Many relics are made of iron, but can also be made
of bronze or precious metals.
IRON Iron is a common, low-grade metal that is an undesirable target in
certain metal detecting applications. Examples of undesirable iron
objects are old cans, pipes, bolts, and nails.
Sometimes, the desired target is made of iron. Property markers,
for instance, contain iron. Valuable relics can also be composed of
iron; cannon balls, old armaments, and parts of old structures and
vehicles can also be composed of iron.
FERROUS
Metals which are made of, or contain, iron.
PINPOINTING
Pinpointing is the process of finding the exact location of a buried
object. Long-buried metals can appear exactly like the surrounding
soil, and can therefore be very hard to isolate from the soil.
PULL-TABS
Discarded pull-tabs from beverage containers are the most bothersome
trash items for treasure hunters. They come in many different shapes
and sizes. Pull-tabs can be eliminated from detection, but some other
valuable objects can have a magnetic signature similar to pull-tabs, and
will also be eliminated when discriminating out pull-tabs.
GROUND BALANCE
Ground Balancing is the ability of the detector to ignore, or "see
through," the earth’s naturally occurring minerals, and only sound
a tone when a metal object is detected. The Discovery 2200
incorporates proprietary Squelch-Tech® circuitry to eliminate false
signals from severe ground conditions

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ASSEMBLY
Assembly is easy and requires no
tools.
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1Position the lower stem (the straight tube)
with the silver button toward the back.
Using the bolt and knurled knob,
attach the search coil to the
plastic extension protruding
from the lower stem.
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2Press the button on
the upper end of
the lower stem,
and slide the lower
stem into the
upper stem.
Adjust the stem to a length
that lets you maintain a
comfortable upright
posture, with your arm
relaxed at your side, and
the search coil parallel to
the ground in front of you.
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3Wind the cable securely around the stem.
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4Insert the plug into the
matching connector on
the right underside of the
detector body. Be sure
that the key-way and pins
line up correctly.
Caution: Do not force the plug
in. Excess force will
cause damage.
To disconnect the
cable, pull on the plug.
Do not pull
on the cable.

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ASSEMBLY
SENSITIVITY DISCRIMINATION
Adjusting the Arm Rest
Most people will find the standard position
of the arm rest very comfortable. Very large
forearms and short forearms (particularly
children’s arms), can be accommodated
by moving the arm rest forward.
The arm rest is adjustable to three positions.
To adjust, remove the screw from the
underside, then press the silver button
and move the arm rest to one of the
alternate positions. If you cannot fully
depress the button with your finger, use
a narrow object, such as the blunt end
of a ballpoint pen. The arm rest must
be twisted with moderate force to move
it to an alternate position; this
adjustment is usually made infrequently.
If desired for added stability, re-install
the screw. The screw is not re-installed
in the furthest forward position.
If the button becomes disengaged inside
of the tube, remove the plastic cap at the
end of the tube to access the clip inside.
With a pair of needle-nose pliers,
reengage the button. Then replace the
plastic cap.