Garrett Metal Detector GTI 1500 User manual

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SPECIAL NOTICE
The Garrett GTI 1500 metal detector
with Treasure Imaging and Graphic Target
Analyzer truly adds a new dimension to
treasure hunting. A precision electronic
instrument designed to utilize the miracles
of high technology, especially to help find
coins, the GTI 1500 will accomplish this
task better than any other detector ever
manufactured. It can also locate jewelry,
gold nuggets or any other kind of metallic
object.
Deep-seeking sensitivity and precise dis-
crimination enable this marvelous instru-
ment to identify targets by size as well as
conductivity and to report actual depth of
targets of any size, not just coins.
This exciting One-Touch metal detector is
automatic and surprisingly easy to oper-
ate. Yet those who have special treasure
hunting demands will find the GTI 1500
meticulously adaptable to any personal
style of detecting. Microprocessor-con-
trolled circuitry truly makes this an excep-
tionally deep seeking detector.
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Although the GTI 1500 is built to with-
stand rugged treatment outdoors while
giving years of trouble-free service, always
remember that this detector is a precision
electronic instrument.
Protect it from extreme heat and cold as
well as mist, rain or blowing sand. Keep it
as clean as possible.
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CONTENTS
To The Owner 6
Assembly 9
Touch pads 13
Graphic Target Display 16
Hunting Basics 21
Operating Adjustments 27
Control Settings 29
Search Aids 35
Operating Modes 38
Setting Discrimination (Notches) 42
Treasure Imaging 47
Bench Testing 51
Operating Recommendations 53
Headphone Jack 59
Searchcoils 60
Batteries 61
Recommended Accessories 65
Maintenance 66
Specialized Hunting 68
Repair Service 72
Recommended Reading 75
RAM Book Order Form 77
Specifications 79
Mind Your Manners 81
Trademarks/Patents 83
Warning! 84
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TO THE OWNER
As the proud owner of a Garrett GTI 1500,
you enter a new and exciting world of
treasure hunting. Treasure imaging and
the Graphic Target Analyzer enable you to
find coins with an ease that will take your
breath away. You will spend your hobby
hours in recovering treasure, not digging
trash.
Study this Manual to learn the basic func-
tions of your new GTI 1500. Its target
identification and sizing, deep seeking and
discrimination capabilities can find coins
and any other kind of metallic treasure
with an ease that will amaze and delight
you.
Use Treasure Imaging to identify the size
of any target you locate:
• Dig only "B-size" targets to avoid cans
and similar trash while locating coins and
most rings.
• Set GTA discrimination so that you hunt
only for specific targets.
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• Use the Target ID Guide to learn what
you've found.
• Pinpoint electronically to determine loca-
tion of target and learn size and depth.
• Find deeper treasures with computerized
circuitry.
Your GTI 1500, whose microprocessor-
controlled circuitry has been acclaimed
and proven through countless hours of
field use, is unparalleled in the simplicity
of its operation. Just touch the POWER
touch pad and begin hunting immediately.
The GTI 1500 offers dedicated coin hunt-
ers the automatic tuning adjustment pre-
cision available only with computerized
controls.
When you find a target, Garrett's revolu-
tionary GTA display instantly directs you to
that target's range on the Target ID Guide.
Press the TREASURE IMAGING pad to dis-
cover its exact size and depth, which will
give you additional clues to its identity.
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Welcome again to the Garrett fraternity
of successful treasure hunting hobbyists.
Now, find your own coins and other
treasures with the GTI 1500, one of the
world’s most capable and universal metal
detectors, yet one that is amazingly easy
to operate.
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ASSEMBLY
Your GTI 1500 is shipped complete in one
carton:
A. Control Housing
B. Upper and Lower Stems
C. Imaging Searchcoil
D. Parts Envelope
E. Training DVD & Owner’s Manual
F. Warranty Registration Card
Make certain all of these parts are included
and are undamaged. Report any shortages
or damages immediately to your dealer.
Follow these assembly instructions. No
tools are required. Hand pressure will be
satisfactory for all tightening.
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B
C
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Inspect contents of the clear plastic enve-
lope (see above).
• One (1) knob
• Two (2) Washers
• One (1) threaded bolt
1. Attach the lower stem to the 9.5” imag-
ing searchcoil. Make certain that the two
rubber washers are inserted onto the
lower stem before slipping the searchcoil
onto it.
Place the threaded bolt through the holes
in the connector and hand-tighten using
the remaining wing nut. Use no tools. (See
image A on page 11.)
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