Bounty Hunter Outback User manual

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Carry Bag
Rugged double-stitched construction
CBAG2
Pouch & Digger Combo
Pouch with 2 large pockets & 9” heavy duty digging tool. TPKIT-W
Stereo Headphones
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true stereo sound, adjustable volume, 1/8 jack with 1/4 adaptor,
4’ cable.
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Pin Pointer
Pinpoints the exact location of buried metal objects. Audio signal indicator
and vibrator. Runs on 1 – 9-Volt Battery. PIN POINTER-W
Sand Scoop
Large scoop with filtering holes. Made of strong plastic. SAND SCOOPBH
Replacement Searchcoil
7” Standard Coil (replacement) - 7COIL-EX
9” Heavy-Duty Digging Tool
Metal blade with comfortable plastic handle and depth gauge TROWEL-2
Digging Tool
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Bounty Hunter®Baseball Cap
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OWNER’S MANUAL
The
Outback is an
easy to use detector.
The most difficult aspects of
metal detecting have been automated.
However, if you are new to the hobby,
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. f conducting an indoor demonstration,
turn the sensitivity down and keep the searchcoil away from
appliances such as computers, televisions and microwave ovens.
f your detector beeps erratically, turn off appliances and lights
(especially those with dimmer switches).
Also keep the searchcoil away from objects containing metal, such
as floors and walls.
3) Read this manual. Most importantly, review the Quick-Start Demo
(p.7) and Basic Operation (pp. 9-12).
4) Use 9-volt ALKALINE batteries only. Do not use Heavy Duty
Batteries.
MOUTBACK Rev2 041415
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Quick-Start Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8
Basic Operation
Powering Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
The Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10
ode Control (discrimination) . . . . . . . . .11
Discrimination Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Audio Target Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Sensitivity Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
In The Field Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-17
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Treasure Hunter’s Code of Ethics . . . . . . . . . . .19
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
According to FCC part 15.21 Changes or Modifications made to this device not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with FCC Part 15 Subpart B Section 15.109 Class B.
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El Paso, TX 79936
[phone]
TREASURE HUNTER’S CODE OF ETHICS:
• Always check Federal, State, Co nty and local laws before searching.
• Respect private property and do not enter private property witho t the owner’s permission.
• Take care to refill all holes and leave no damage.
• Remove and dispose of any and all trash and litter fo nd.
• Appreciate and protect o r inheritance of nat ral reso rces, wildlife and private property.
• Act as an ambassador for the hobby, se tho ghtf lness, consideration and co rtesy at all times.
• Never destroy historical or archaeological treas res.
• All treas re h nters may be j dged by the example yo set; always cond ct yo rself with
co rtesy and consideration of others
5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
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Bounty Hunter Metal Detectors are war rant ed against
defects in work man ship or ma te ri als un der nor mal
use for five years from date of pur chase to the
original user. Liability in all events is limited to the
pur chase price paid. Liability under this War ran ty is
limited to re plac ing or repairing, at our option, any
Bounty Hunter De tec tor returned, ship ping cost
pre paid, to First Texas Products, L.L.C. Damage due
to neglect, accidental damage or misuse of this
product is not covered by this warranty.
Proof of P rchase is req ired to make a claim nder this warranty.
NOTE TO CUSTOMERS OUTSIDE THE U.S.A.
Th s warranty may vary n other countr es, check w th your d str butor for deta ls.
Warranty does not cover sh pp ng costs.

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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 ron 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. Most pull-tabs can be eliminated with
the Mode Control, 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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SY PTO CAUSE SOLUTION
Detector chatters • Using detector • Use detector
or beeps erratically indoors outdoors only
• Using detector near • Move away
power lines
from power lines
• Using 2 detectors in • Keep 2 detectors
close proximity at least 20’ apart
• Highly oxidized • Only dig up
buried object repeatable
signals
• Environmental • Reduce sensitivity
electromagnetic until erratic
interference signals cease
Constant low tone •
Discharged batteries • Replace batteries
or constant repeating
tones • Wrong type of • Use only 9V
batteries alkaline batteries
LCD does not lock • Multiple targets • Move coil slowly
on to one Target- D present at different angles
or detector emits • Highly oxidized
multiple tones target
• Sensitivity set • Reduce sensitivity
too high
No power, no • Dead batteries • Replace batteries
sounds • Cord not connected • Check connections
securely
TROUBLESHOOTING

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IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES
(continued)
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ASSEMBLY
Armrest Strap
(optional accessory)
The strap is available for purchase as a
separate accessory. Some users prefer to
use the strap when swing the detector
vigorously, in order to hold the detector
secure against the arm.
The detector can also be used without the
strap, with no compromise to detector
balance and stability under most conditions.
Upper
Stem
Silver
Button
Searchcoil
Cable
Searchcoil
you many have encountered
multiple objects. f you are
new to the hobby, you may
want to dig all targets at first.
With practice in the field, you
will learn to better discern the
nature of buried objects by the
nature of the detector’s
response.
You may encounter some false
signals as you proceed. False
signals occur when the detector
beeps, but no metal target is
present. False signals can be
induced by electromagnetic
interference, oxidation, or
highly mineralized ground
soils. f the detector beeps
once, but does not repeat the
signal with several additional
sweeps over the same spot,
there is probably no target
present.
When searching very trashing
ground, it is best to scan small
areas with slow, short sweeps.
You will be surprised just how
much trash metal and foil you
will find in some areas. The
trashiest areas have been
frequented by the most people,
and frequently hold the most
promise for finding the most
lost valuables.
Also maintain the searchcoil
positioned just above the
surface of the ground, without
making contact with the
ground. Making contact with
the ground can cause false
signals.

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ASSEMBLY
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Swing the searchcoil slowly,
overlapping each sweep as you
move forward. t is important
to sweep the coil at a consistent
speed over the ground as you
search. After identifying a
target, your sweep technique
can help in identifying both the
location and the nature of the
target. f you encounter a weak
signal, try moving the coil in
short, rapid sweeps
over the target zone;
such a short rapid
sweep may provide
a more consistent
target
identification.
Most
worthwhile
objects
will
respond with a repeatable tone.
f the signal does not repeat
after sweeping the coil directly
over the suspected target a few
times, it is more than likely
trash metal.
Crossing the target zone with
multiple intersecting sweeps at
multiple angles is another way
to verify the repeatability of the
signal, and the potential of the
buried target. To use this
method, walk around the target
area in a circle, sweeping the
coil across the target
repeatedly, every 30 to 40
degrees of the circle, about ten
different angles as you walk
completely around the target.
f a high-tone target completely
disappears from detection at a
given angle, chances are that
you are detecting oxidized
ferrous metals, rather than a
silver or copper object. f the
tone changes a different angles,
IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES
(continued)
WHAT
READS
LIKE THIS
…MAY
ACTUALLY
BE THIS
Assembling your Outback et al De tec tor is easy and
re quires no tools. Just fol low these steps:
●
1Using the supplied bolt and knurled knob,
at tach the searchcoil to the low er
stem.
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2 Press the button on the
up per 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 com fort able upright pos ture, with your arm
relaxed at your side.
Maintain the searchcoil
about 1 inch above the
ground as you sweep.
●
3Wind the searchcoil ca ble
around the stem. Leave enough slack in the cable to let you
ad just the coil when you are hunting on uneven ground. Then
tight en the knob at the end of the searchcoil.
Note: To adjust the coil,
simply loos en the knob.
●
4nsert the coil’s plug into
the match ing con nec tor on
the con trol hous ing. Be
sure the holes and pins
line up cor rect ly.
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.