Garrett SuperScanner User manual

GARRETT SUPERSCANNER
Congratulations, on selecting the Garrett
SuperScanner. The Garrett
SuperScanner is an active hand-held
metal detector designed to find metal
(ferrous, nonferrous and stainless steel)
weapons, contraband or other object
carried on a person or concealed by non
metal object. When used properly, it is
extremely effective in detecting even the
smallest objects.
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COMPONENTS
COMPONENTS / FUNCTION
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Safety
Sling
Power
Switch LED
Alerts
Battery
Cover Earphone/
Recharger Jack
Detection Area
(Top and Bottom)
Interference
Elimination Button
Audio
Threshold Adjust

Power Switch - To turn the detector on,
set the switch to the ON position. A brief
audio and Red LED alarm will occur, indi-
cating the unit is on. The SuperScanner
is immediately ready for use.
Audio Alert - The speaker provides a
clear audible sound whenever metal is
detected. When using the optional ear-
phone accessory, the audio alert will only
sound through the earphone.
The Audio Alert also indicates battery
condition. When approximately 10% of
battery life remains, the sound when
metal is detected changes from a warble
to a steady tone.
LED Array - When the Power Switch is
turned on, the Green Light will remain
illuminated, as long as the unit is on.
When approximately 10% of battery life
remains, the Amber Alert Light will turn
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on, indicating the battery needs to be
replaced or recharged. Approximately
one (1) hour of operational time remains
when the amber LED is initially activated.
Whenever metal is detected the Red
LED Light will illuminate.
Interference Elimination Button - The
detector is factory set for maximum sen-
sitivity to detect the smallest of items.
This high level of sensitivity may produce
alarms when approaching a floor con-
taining rebar. Press and hold this button
to decrease sensitivity to a level that
does not respond to the rebar. Release
button and detector returns to normal
sensitivity.
Earphone/Recharger Jack - An ear-
phone is available (see Accessories) for
"silent" operation or for use in noisy envi-
ronments. The rechargeable NiMH bat-
tery is also recharged through this jack.
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Do not attempt to recharge the conven-
tional batteries. Attempting this will dam-
age the detector. (See Accessories for
Rechargeable Battery Kit.)
Safety Sling - Used to assist the opera-
tor in convenient handling of the
SuperScanner.
Battery Cover - Remains securely in
place at all times but can be easily
opened for changing the battery with no
tools required.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Turn the detector on by setting the
Power Switch to the ON position. The
Green Alert Light will illuminate and the
Audio Alert will sound to indicate the unit
has been turned ON. The Green Alert
Light will remain on until the unit is
turned OFF.
When the SuperScanner is operating, it
will detect metal only while it is in motion.
Move the instrument within approximate-
ly two inches from the person (object)
being inspected. Sound will increase
sharply and the Red Alert Light will illumi-
nate whenever metal is detected adja-
cent to the Scan Area. Operation is com-
pletely automatic. All conductive metals
will be detected including ferrous, non-
ferrous and stainless steel.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Number:
1165180
Audio Frequency
2 kHz, Warbled
Dimensions:
Length: 16.5"
(42cm)
Width: 3.25" (8.3cm)
Thickness: 1.62" (4.13cm)
Weight: 17.6oz (499g)
Voltage: 6.8 to
10 Vdc
Current: 5 mA.
typical
Battery:
Standard 9V (Eveready No. 216 or
equivalent) or 7.2V Nickel Metal Hydride
(NiMH) (rechargeable)
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Environmental:
Operating Temperatures:
-35°F (-37°C) to 158°F (70°C)
Humidity:
To 95% noncondensing
Environmental Protection:
1EC 60529 classification IP54
Note:
Do not affix metallic labels (or any mate-
rial that might cause the detector to
alarm) to the detection area of the
SuperScanner. Doing so might cause an
imbalance within the detection field and
thereby reduce scanning effectiveness.
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SERVICE INFORMATION
Battery Replacement
Slide back the battery cover (do not
attempt to remove it), tilt the detector and
battery will slip out. Replace with fresh
battery. Because the battery cover will
not slide back if the battery is inserted
improperly, never force the cover. When
the SuperScanner is to be stored more
than 30 days, remove the battery.
Threshold Adjustment - Turn on the
SuperScanner. Roll back the grip cover
just below the nameplate. Insert a small
flat blade screwdriver in the exposed
hole and turn slightly to adjust. Sound
should be barely silent when the detector
is tuned on but not detecting metal.
Maximum sensitivity is achieved when
threshold is set just below audible level.
A decrease in sensitivity can be achieved
by further rotation.
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CAUTION: Always verify that the
SuperScanner is set to the desired sen-
sitivity level by testing with appropriate
targets anytime the threshold adjustment
is changed.
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FACTORY SERVICE
Pack the detector carefully and include
full details concerning its problem as well
as your name, address and telephone
number.
Ship to:
Garrett Metal Detectors - Service
Department
1881 W. State St.
Garland, TX 75042 USA
Allow approximately one week for techni-
cians to examine and repair your instru-
ment.
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DETECTION PRINCIPLES AND CAPA-
BILITIES
The SuperScanner is an active hand-
held metal detector with very high sensi-
tivity to all metals including ferrous, non-
ferrous and stainless steel. Detection
and alarming takes place when the
instrument is passed in close proximity to
metal objects.
Detection range is dependent upon the
size and conductivity of the metal object.
The larger the object, the greater the
detection distance.
The SuperScanner is factory preset to
maximum sensitivity with no operator
adjustments required. This ensures that
the detector will be used at the proper
operating level established for the partic-
ular security need.
Should nearby, stationary metal objects
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(floor rebar, metal walls or cell bars)
cause interference to the scanning
process, an Interference Elimination
Button is available to momentarily
reduce sensitivity so as to ignore the
interfering nearby metal and permit pre-
cise scanning of the individual or object
being scanned.
When metal objects are encountered, a
sharp audible signal and a red LED are
activated. If desired, the audible signal
can be silenced by inserting the optional
earphone.
Further convenient LEDs include green
for "Power ON" status and amber for
"Low Battery" indication.
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RECOMMENDED BODY SCANNING
PROCEDURE
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The Interference Elimination Button may be
required if floor rebar is present.
NOTE: Detection is only possible when the
SuperScanner is moving over a metallic object.
Front Scanning
Double check
pocket areas.
Back Scanning

SAFETY NOTICE
Garrett Metal Detectors makes every
effort to ensure that its products are safe
for its users. Extensive research has
produced no information that would indi-
cate that use of this product has adverse
effects on pregnancies or on the opera-
tion of electronic medical implants such
as pacemakers. However, Garrett rec-
ognizes there may exist personal med-
ical electronic devices that may be
affected by this product and advises that
any recommendations by electronic
medical device manufacturers or physi-
cians be followed.
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ACCESSORIES
Rechargeable Battery Kit:
Environmentally friendly battery. 7.2
Nickel metal Hydride (NiMH) battery kit
for recharging from conventional electric
current.
110V - Model #1610200
220V - Model #1610800
Earphone
The earphone permits audio alarms of
SuperScanner to only come through the
earplug.
Model #1600100
Belt Loop
Police-quality leather sling provides
means for carrying the SuperScanner on
any belt up to 3" (7.5cm) width. Quick
release access strap.
Model #1600800
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Belt Holder
Police-quality ballistic weave
Model #1611600
SuperScanner Video
In addition to the User Manual, a Garrett
instructional video and DVD are avail-
able detailing SuperScanner features,
controls and operating tips on effective
scanning.
VHS - Model #1678100
PAL: - Model #1678170
DVD - Model #1678180
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Garrett Metal Detectors
1881 W. State Street
Garland, TX 75042
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: garrett.com
1531600.B.0805
Garrett Metal Detectors, garrett.com, SuperScanner and the
SuperScanner hand-held design are trademarks of Garrett Electronics,
Inc. ©Garrett Metal Detectors.