Minelab GPX 6000 User manual

GPX 6000™ USER MANUAL

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Contents
Getting Started........................................................................................3
Quick Start............................................................................................................3
Controls....................................................................................................................4
Display.......................................................................................................................5
Battery......................................................................................................................6
Bluetooth® Headphones ..............................................................................7
Coils.............................................................................................................................9
High Performance Automatic Operation............. 10
Intelligent Automatic Operation......................................................... 10
Automatic Sensitivity...................................................................................... 11
Manual Procedures and Settings.................................. 12
Manual Sensitivity......................................................................................... 12
Manual Sensitivity Adjustment Procedure............................................. 12
Noise Cancel....................................................................................................... 13
Noise Cancel Procedure ................................................................................ 13
Double-D Coil Noise Cancel Procedure.................................................... 14
Ground Balance................................................................................................ 15
Quick-Trak Ground Balance Procedure.................................................... 16
Ground Balance Procedure ...........................................................................17
Advanced Concepts.......................................................................... 19
Identifying the Source of Detector Noise................................... 19
Double-D Modes.............................................................................................. 21
Threshold Tone ................................................................................................ 22
Troubleshooting.................................................................................... 23
Errors...................................................................................................................... 23
Coil Overload ..................................................................................................... 23
General Troubleshooting.......................................................................... 24
Care and Safety.................................................................................... 25
Specifications......................................................................................... 26
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TURN
ON
RAISE AND LOWER
COIL FOR 10 s
BEGIN
DETECTING
Getting Started
This section shows you how to quickly set up your detector to begin detecting with
minimal adjustment, and describes how to identify and adjust key detector functions.
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Factory Default Settings
The factory default settings are optimised for detecting in
almost all conditions. The settings are a practical choice for
users who want to begin successfully detecting without the
need to manually adjust detector settings.
Quick Start is best used with these factory default settings:
`Sensitivity: Auto
`Ground Type: Difficult
Factory Reset
Factory default settings can be restored at any time by
conducting a factory reset.
1. Ensure the detector is powered off.
2. Press and hold the power button for 7 seconds.
3. When factory reset is complete, there is a confirmation
tone and ‘FP’ (Factory Preset) is displayed.
‘FP’ is displayed when factory reset is complete.
Achieving Maximum Depth
Maximum depth is achieved by having the Threshold
Tone on. To toggle the Threshold Tone on/off, long
press the Ground Type button.
See "Manual Sensitivity" (page 12) for more information
on using the Threshold Tone when adjusting the manual
sensitivity to maximise detection depth.
Quick Start
Beginning with Factory Default Settings is
recommended before using this Quick Start procedure.
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Controls
1. Bluetooth® Control Enables Bluetooth® for connection of wireless
headphones (page 7).
Initiates Bluetooth® pairing mode for connecting Bluetooth®
headphones (long press for at least 2.5 s) (page 7).
2. Backlight Adjust Cycles through the backlight brightness settings —
high, medium, low and off.
3. Power On/Off Turns the detector on and off.
Restores factory default settings (press and hold from
off for at least 7 s) (page 3).
4. Sensitivity Adjust Adjusts the sensitivity level (page 12).
5. Ground Type Toggles between Difficult and Normal Ground
Type (page 15).
Toggles between the Threshold On / Off settings
(long press for at least 2.5 s) (page 22).
6. Noise Cancel Initiates the Noise Cancel process (page 13).
When a Double-D coil is connected, toggles between the
Double-D Modes — EMI Cancel and Conductive Ground
Cancel (long press for at least 2.5 s) (page 21).
7. Volume Adjust Adjusts the audio Volume Level.
8. Quick-Trak Press and hold Quick-Trak Ground Balance to conduct a
Ground Balancing operation (page 16).

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Display
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1. Bluetooth® Indicator Indicates that Bluetooth® wireless audio is on (page 7).
Bluetooth® Qualcomm®
aptX™ Low Latency Standard Bluetooth®
2. Double-D Mode
Indicator
Only available when using a Double-D coil (page 21).
Electromagnetic Interference
(EMI) Cancel (default)
Conductive
Ground Cancel
3. Backlight Indicator Indicates that the backlight is on.
4. Ground Type Displays the selected Ground Type (page 15).
Difficult (default) Normal
5. Noise Cancel Flashes when Noise Cancel is in progress (page 13).
6. Headphones
Connection
Indicates that headphones are connected (page 7).
Bluetooth® headphones
connected
Wired headphones
connected
7. Error Indicates that there is a system error (page 23).
8. Volume Level Displays the detector audio volume.
9. Sensitivity Level Displays the sensitivity level.
Levels 1 to 10 are manual settings (page 12).
Levels 11 and 12 are automatic settings — Auto, and
Auto+ (page 11).
10. Battery Level Indicates the current battery level.

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Battery
The GPX 6000™ is supplied with a lithium-ion rechargeable battery.
Beginning each detecting session with a fully charged battery is recommended.
The GPX 6000™ battery can be charged using the supplied charging methods:
`The supplied AC plug pack (100 to 240 V AC)
`Typical 12 V DC car or truck systems using the supplied direct battery connection clips.
Press down on the battery locking
lever to release the battery.
Charging the Battery — AC Charger
1. Connect the AC charger plug pack to a powered wall outlet.
2. Plug the charging connector into the charging socket on the top of the battery.
3. The battery charging status LED flash green during charging. When charging is
complete, the charge status LED will remain steady on green.
Charging the Battery — DC Charger
1. Attach the black negative (−) clip to the negative (−) battery terminal.
2. Attach the red positive (+) clip to the positive (+) battery terminal.
3. Plug the charging connector into the charging socket on the top of the battery.
4. The battery charging status LED flash green during charging. When charging is
complete, the charge status LED will remain steady on green.
Charge Status LED
The charge status of the battery is indicated on the battery decal.
Charging (flashing)
Fully charged (on)
Error

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Bluetooth® Headphones
Bluetooth® headphones with aptX Low Latency™ compatibility such as the Minelab
ML 100 wireless headphones are best used with GPX 6000™ for best performance.
Standard Bluetooth® headphones are also compatible.
Minelab ML 100 headphones use aptX™ Low Latency technology, which delivers faster, higher quality audio than standard
Bluetooth®, so it will give more precise and faster detection responses.
Optional Wired Operation
The ML 100 headphones are supplied with a
detachable auxiliary cable for wired operation.
To use the cable, plug the connector into the
headphone jack and turn 90° anti-clockwise to lock
the connector. This prevents the connector from
being accidentally disconnected.
1. Volume Plus button (+)
2. Multi-function button
3. Volume Minus button (−)
4. Status LED
Pairing mode (alternating blue and red)
Connected (flash every 3 sec)
On, not connected (flash every 2 sec)
Charging
Charging complete (Off)
5. USB Micro-B charging socket
6. Headphone socket 3.5 mm (⁄ inch)
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ML 100 Headphones Pairing Procedure
Pairing the ML 100 headphones is only required at first time use. They will automatically connect for all future uses.
Re-pairing is required following a Factory Reset of either the headphones or the detector.
When Bluetooth® headphones are paired, the Bluetooth® Indicator will indicate the type of headphones that are in use.
Standard Bluetooth® Bluetooth® Qualcomm® aptX™ Low Latency
START `
1. Make sure headphones are off, and
close to the detector.
Ensure the headphones are turned off and are no more than
1 metre (3.3 feet) away from the detector.
2. Turn on the headphones and
enter pairing mode.
Long press for at
least 7 s
Press and hold the Multi-Function button on the headphones
until two ascending tones are heard and the Status LED
alternates blue and red.
3. Enable Bluetooth® on the detector
and enter pairing mode.
Long press for at
least 2.5 s
Press and hold the Bluetooth® button on the side of the
GPX 6000™ control panel until the Bluetooth® indicator begins
to flash rapidly.
For first-time use of the detector or following a factory reset, a
short press of the Bluetooth® button will immediately initiate the
pairing sequence.
4. Headphones will
automatically connect.
If pairing is successful, the headphones will beep, and the
Bluetooth® and wireless headphones indicators will remain on.
The Status LED on the headphones will flash blue once every
3 seconds during use.
To Factory Reset the ML 100 headphones, press the Multi-Function button for more than 10 seconds. All previous pairings
and settings will be deleted.

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Coils
Selecting the correct coil size and configuration will optimise your GPX 6000’s
performance in a range of detecting scenarios. Understanding when to use each coil
will increase the productivity of your detecting sessions.
The GPX 6000™ is supplied with two coils — a GPX 11™, plus either a GPX 14™ or GPX 17™ coil depending on your region.
GPX 11™ Mono
The 11-inch round monoloop coil is a great general-purpose coil that is recommended for most detecting conditions. It is
a good all-rounder that has excellent depth and sensitivity, is very sensitive to smaller nuggets, and is easy to manoeuvre
around obstacles.
GPX 17™ Mono
The 17 × 13-inch elliptical monoloop coil is the top performer when searching for larger deep nuggets in less conductive
(salty) ground. It can effectively cover large areas of ground quickly and efficiently.
GPX 14™ Double-D
The 14-inch round Double-D coil excels in the following conditions:
`Where there are high levels of electromagnetic interference.
`In very conductive (salty) soils.
It can operate successfully in conditions that render monoloop coils unusable. Conductive (salty) soils commonly occur when
soil contains salt, and is often most noticeable after rain when ground salt is dissolved in water.
Use of a Double-D coil is only recommended if good results cannot be achieved using a monoloop (Mono) coil.
When a Double-D coil is connected, there are two Double-D modes available to choose from. It is best to set the Double-D
mode based on the source of noise. For more information, see "Choosing the Right Double-D Mode" (page 21). Generally,
the Factory Preset Double-D mode (EMI Cancel) will be adequate when first getting started.
Changing the Coil
START `
1. Turn the detector off. Ensure the detector is turned off before unplugging
the coil connector.
2. Unplug and remove the coil. Unplug the coil connector from the control box. Undo the coil
bolt and remove the coil.
3. Attach and plug-in the new coil.
Attach the new coil, confirming that the two yoke washers are in
place. Fasten the coil with the plastic bolt — do not over-tighten.
Plug the coil connector into the control box.
4. Turn the detector on. Turn the detector back on.
5. If using a Double-D coil,
select a Double-D mode.
(Default)
Long press for at
least 2.5 s
Set the Double-D mode based on the source of noise.
EMI Cancel (default) is adequate for first time use, however
experienced users should set the Double-D mode based on the
conditions present. For more information, see "Choosing the
Right Double-D Mode" (page 21).

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High Performance Automatic Operation
The GPX 6000™ is engineered for easy operation without loss of performance.
GeoSense-PI™ technology provides maximum depth by monitoring your detecting
activity and environment — it automatically tracks and removes unwanted ground
response, so minimal user input is required.
Intelligent Automatic Operation
The procedure below is a fail-safe way to begin detecting in a high-sensitivity automatic mode. Once complete, the
GPX 6000™ will automatically maximise sensitivity while minimising noise, so you can concentrate on finding gold. Note that
this procedure is the same as the Quick Start procedure (page 3) however a Factory Reset step has been included.
START `
1. Factory Reset the detector.
Long press for at
least 7 s
Ensure the detector is powered off, then press and hold the power
button for 7 seconds. When factory reset is complete, there is a
confirmation tone and ‘FP’ (Factory Preset) is displayed.
2. Hold the coil 100 mm (4 in)
above the ground. 100 mm (4")
Hold the coil still and 100 mm (4 in) above, and parallel to the
ground — the ground must not contain metal targets.
3. Raise and lower coil for 10 seconds.
For 10 seconds, raise and lower the coil between 10 and 100 mm
(⁄ and 4 in) above the ground to expose the coil to the full range
of the ground — try to lower the coil as close to the ground as
possible without touching the ground.
` Begin detecting.
Every 5 to 10 minutes throughout your detecting session, it is recommended that the coil is raised and lowered above the
ground a couple of times from 10 to 100 mm (⁄ to 4 in). This ensures that the detector is thoroughly ground balanced and
operating at maximum sensitivity. In environments with more ground noise, repeat this process more frequently.
` If the conditions are very quiet, increase sensitivity from Auto to Auto+.
` If the detector becomes noisy, conduct a Noise Cancel Procedure (page 13).
` If the Noise Cancel Procedure doesn’t resolve the noise, follow the Double-D Coil Noise Cancel
Procedure (page 14).

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Automatic Sensitivity
There are two Automatic sensitivity modes, Auto and Auto+. Both modes automatically maximise sensitivity and track and
remove ground noise, however Auto+ can be deeper in low-noise conditions. Auto+ generally has slightly higher sensitivity
allowing weaker targets to be heard, however some responses may be noise rather than weak targets.
The sensitivity adjustment buttons are used to select Auto and Auto+.
Auto Sensitivity Guide
Auto
`Provides smoother audio
`Recommended for most users
`Threshold tone off by default
Auto +
`Use in locations with low EMI and low
ground noise
`Threshold tone off by default

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Manual Procedures and Settings
Go beyond the factory default Automatic settings to gain even greater control of
your GPX 6000™. This section describes how and why you should adjust key detector
settings to optimise your detector for specific detecting scenarios.
Manual Sensitivity
Choose the highest stable manual sensitivity setting for optimum performance, or use
the automatic settings.
Sensitivity levels 1 to 10 are manual sensitivity settings. By default, these manual sensitivity settings have a constant audible
Threshold Tone that converts all incoming signals into an audible tone. The Threshold Tone will have very small variations that
is the background tone. The Threshold Tone is optional, and can be turned on or off (page 22).
These small variations in tone are easily discerned by the human ear, and make tiny signals more apparent than if there was
no Threshold Tone. Listening to this tonal variation while you adjust the sensitivity allows the greatest number of target
signals to be heard above ordinary ground signals or interference, thereby maximising your detecting depth.
Manual Sensitivity Adjustment Procedure
`Always try Noise Cancel (page 13) and Quick-Trak (page 16) to resolve noise before reducing the sensitivity level.
`Generally start with a Mono coil unless you are detecting in areas with known high levels of EMI or soil conductivity.
When setting the sensitivity manually, select the highest level where you can detect small variations in the Threshold Tone,
and no higher. This will maximise the detector's sensitivity to gold. There should be some variation in the audio responses,
but it should not sound erratic.
START `
1. Set the sensitivity to level 1. Reduce the sensitivity to level 1 using the minus button.
2. Increase until false signals occur.
`If noise is the result of EMI, keep the coil stationary while
adjusting the sensitivity.
`If noise is the result of ground noise, swing the coil close
and parallel to the ground while adjusting the sensitivity.
3. Reduce by one level. Reduce the sensitivity level just enough that the false
signals disappear.
4. Check over the ground and
reduce if needed.
Sweep the coil over a clear patch of ground, and reduce the
sensitivity level further if any ground noise is encountered.
Manual Sensitivity guide
Manual — Low
`Smoother audio
`Some target signals may not be audible
`Only use if Noise Cancel and Quick-Trak
do not reduce noise
`Threshold tone On by default
Manual — High
`Likely to hear more targets in
low-noise conditions
`Some targets may be masked by noisy audio
`Threshold tone On by default

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Noise Cancel
If audio responses become erratic due to EMI, initiate the Noise Cancel process to
automatically select a quieter detecting channel.
Noise Cancel Procedure
START `
1. Hold the coil 100 mm (4 in)
above the ground. 100 mm (4")
Hold the coil still and 100 mm (4 in) above, and parallel to the
ground for the duration of the Noise Cancel procedure.
2. Press the Noise Cancel button. Press the Noise Cancel button.
3. Wait for confirmation tone
(approximately 5 seconds).
The Noise Cancel icon will flash while Noise Cancel is in progress
(approximately 5 seconds).
A confirmation tone indicates that Noise Cancel is complete.
` Begin detecting.
` If the detector is still noisy when using a mono coil, follow the Double-D Coil Noise Cancel Procedure (page 14).

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Double-D Coil Noise Cancel Procedure
The GPX 6000™ Double-D coil excels in locations that have very high levels of
interference. They are less noisy than mono coils, but also provide less depth.
Generally, a Double-D coil should only be used if noise cannot be managed by using a Mono coil with the Noise Cancel
Procedure (page 13).
This procedure can be used in areas that have known high levels of EMI or very conductive (salty) soils.
START `
1. Connect the GPX 14™
Double-D coil.
Turn off the detector and change to a Double-D coil
(see "Changing the Coil" on page 9).
2. Hold the coil 100 mm (4 in)
above the ground. 100 mm (4")
Hold the coil still and 100 mm (4 in) above, and parallel to the
ground — the ground must not contain metal targets.
3. Turn the detector on. Turn the detector on.
4. Ensure the Double-D mode
is set to EMI Cancel. Long press for at
least 2.5 s
To set the Double-D mode to EMI Cancel, long press the Noise
Cancel button for at least 2.5 seconds.
5. Hold the coil still above the ground
and assess noise levels.
Hold the coil still and as close and parallel to the ground as
possible. Listen carefully to the signals; there should be audible
tone variation, but not so much that signals sound erratic or noisy.
` Begin detecting.
` If the detector is still noisy, continue to the next step.
6. Noise Cancel. Conduct the Noise Cancel Procedure (page 13). This will
remove noise caused by EMI.
` Begin detecting.
` If the detector is still noisy, continue to the next step.
7. Reduce the sensitivity level.
Reduce the sensitivity level.
Swing the coil close and parallel to the ground when adjusting
the sensitivity in order to remove ground noise.
` Begin detecting.
` If the detector is still noisy, change to an Auto sensitivity setting (Auto or Auto+).

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Ground Balance
Ground Balancing enables the detector to separate unwanted ground signals from
target signals. The GPX 6000™ features automatic ground tracking as well as
manually initiated Ground Balance. It also has two Ground Type settings for even
greater Ground Balance control.
The GPX 6000™ is constantly monitoring and tracking the ground as well as the operators’ input in order to track and remove
ground noise. The in-built automatic tracking is a reliable choice for most detecting conditions, however this section will
guide you through the additional ground balancing options and when to use them.
To fully understand the ground balance process there are several things to consider:
Upon Start-up
Shortly after the detector is powered on and the start-up process is complete, the detector will begin to rapidly track and
cancel the ground response. For this reason it is recommended to hold the coil 100 mm (4 in) above the ground before
powering on the detector. This ensures as much time as possible is available to capture the ground response as the coil is
raised and lowered over the ground.
Always follow the turn-on sequence over ground that does not contain any metal targets.
Automatic Tracking
The detector is always tracking the ground and is constantly removing ground noise. Automatic tracking provides slow,
steady and reliable ground balancing for a seamless detecting experience.
Quick-Trak
The operator can manually initiate a rapid ground balance by performing the Quick-Trak procedure (page 16). This is
required when moving between different detecting areas in order to manage any changes in ground conditions.
Ground Type
Ground Type controls the amount of unwanted ground noise that is removed from the audio response.
Difficult Ground (Default)
In some ground, there are medium to high levels of mineralisation, or the ground conditions will vary quite quickly
across several metres (yards) of distance. To manage these ground conditions, changing the Ground Type to
Difficult is recommended.
Normal Ground
If the ground response is minimal, changing the Ground Type to Normal is recommended.
Conductive Ground
In some circumstances the ground noise may be due to conductive ground effects. Conductivity is common in salty ground
or in wet ground after a recent rain. In these instances, change to a Double-D coil and then follow the Double-D Coil Noise
Cancel Procedure (page 14).

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Quick-Trak Ground Balance Procedure
Follow the Quick-Trak Ground Balance procedure to quickly recalibrate the detector to
the new ground.
GPX 6000™ tracks automatically to changing ground conditions during normal use. It is effective for typical detecting in
most grounds. There will be times when the automatic ground tracking will not be able to track fast enough, such as when
moving to a different type of ground. In these situations, a Quick-Trak Ground Balance will quickly recalibrate the detector to
the new ground.
START `
1. Press and hold the
Quick-Trak button.
Press and hold the Quick-Trak button — it must remain pressed
throughout the Quick-Trak procedure.
2. Raise and lower the coil.
Raise and lower the coil between 10 to 100 mm (⁄ to 4 in)
above the ground to expose the coil to the full range of the
ground — try to lower the coil as close and parallel to the ground
as possible without hitting the ground.
3. Swing the coil from side-to-side.
Swing the coil from side-to-side once the ground noise has
significantly reduced. This will capture any remaining ground
signals for a thorough ground balance.
4. Release the Quick-Trak button. Once the ground noise is at a comfortable level or will not reduce
any further, release the Quick-Trak button.
`If there is still noise when the coil is passed over the ground, follow the Ground Balance Procedure (page 17).
In some cases, try detecting on a nearby location in case the noise is being caused by a target / metal object. Try
performing Quick-Trak over a new patch of ground.
Auto and Quick-Trak Guide
Auto Quick-Trak
`Ideal for both new and experienced users.
`Tracks successfully to most ground conditions.
`Detector continuously tracks ground during detecting, but
Quick-Trak may still be used to rebalance to changing or
variable ground conditions.
`Ground balances more slowly than Quick-Trak.
`Quick-Trak is a manually initiated Ground Balance process for
faster ground balancing than Auto.
`Use to ground balance to a chosen area of ground,
e.g. patches of extreme mineralisation, hot rocks etc.
`Use in between digging and checking for a target, so that the
target is not ‘balanced out’ accidentally.

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Ground Balance Procedure
A complete Ground Balance procedure is recommended below. This guides you through
the ideal steps to deal with a number of different ground conditions.
The procedure is a sequence of steps that will help you to identify the type of ground you are detecting, and then provides
the best steps to manage that noise. Ground is categorised into three types:
`Normal — Ground with low levels of mineralisation.
`Difficult/Variable — Ground that has medium to high levels of mineralisation, or varying levels of mineralisation and/or
conductivity from patch to patch.
`Conductive — Ground that has high levels of conductivity, often due to high salt content.
START `
Normal (Quiet) Ground `
1. Set the Ground Type to Normal. Set the Ground Type to Normal by pressing the
Ground Type button.
2. Quick-Trak.
Perform the Quick-Trak procedure (page 16). This will help
the detector collect as much information about the ground as
possible for an optimum ground balance.
3. Adjust the sensitivity.
Adjust the sensitivity level (page 12).
Swing the coil close and parallel to the ground when adjusting
the sensitivity in order to remove ground noise.
`Begin detecting.
`If the detector is still noisy when detecting, continue the steps below for difficult/variable ground.
Difficult/Variable Ground `
4. Set the Ground Type to Difficult. Set the Ground Type to Difficult by pressing the
Ground Type button.
5. Quick-Trak. Perform the Quick-Trak procedure (page 16).
6. Adjust the sensitivity.
Adjust the sensitivity level (page 12).
Swing the coil close and parallel to the ground when adjusting
the sensitivity in order to remove ground noise.
`Begin detecting.
`If the detector is still noisy when detecting, then noise is the result of conductive (salty) ground conditions.
Continue the steps for conductive ground (page 18).

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Ground Balance Procedure (Continued)
Conductive (Salty) Ground `
7. Change to a Double-D coil. Turn off the detector and change to a Double-D coil
(see "Changing the Coil" on page 9).
8. Turn the detector on. Turn the detector back on.
9. Ensure the Double-D mode is set to
Conductive Ground Cancel. Long press for at
least 2.5 s
To set the Double-D mode to Conductive Ground Cancel, long
press the Noise Cancel button for at least 2.5 seconds.
10. Quick-Trak. Perform the Quick-Trak procedure (page 16).
11. Adjust the sensitivity.
Adjust the sensitivity level (page 12).
Swing the coil close and parallel to the ground when adjusting
the sensitivity in order to remove ground noise.
`Begin detecting.

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Advanced Concepts
Identifying the Source of Detector Noise
When detecting, there are generally three types of noise that can be heard depending
on the detector settings, detecting location, or other factors. Accurately identifying
the type of noise you are experiencing will help you to apply the correct solution.
Metal detectors experience background noise that can usually be attributed to one or more of three external sources.
Understanding the different sources of noise and how to identify them can substantially help you to properly tune your detector.
Note: In an automatic sensitivity setting, the detector will attempt to automatically compensate for noise from interference,
therefore identifying the source of interference is best done using a manual sensitivity setting.
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
EMI can originate from many sources. The most obvious are power lines, electric fences, electric motors, transformers, radio
transmitters and mobile (cell) phones. Most EMI is generated by human activity, though distant lightning strikes are also a
source of EMI.
To Identify EMI:
EMI is easy to identify because it is the only source of noise that is present when the coil is stationary. To verify that noise is
due to EMI, hold the coil stationary, and away from metal objects to see if the noise remains.
To Manage EMI:
` Perform Noise Cancel (page 13).
` Use a Double-D coil with the Double-D mode set to EMI Cancel (page 21).
Ground Noise
Ground noise is present when the metal detector interprets the ground as being a target due to the mineral content of the
ground, and can be categorised as the following:
` Normal — Ground with low levels of mineralisation.
` Difficult — Ground that has medium to high levels of mineralisation.
` Variable — Ground that has varying levels of mineralisation and/or conductivity from patch to patch.
To Identify Ground Noise:
Raise and lower the coil above the ground a couple of times from 10 to 100 mm (⁄ to 4 in). If you hear signals that correlate
with the coil movements, and the signals stop when the coil is stationary, then it is ground noise.

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To Manage Ground Noise:
` Perform a Ground Balance. To achieve the most thorough Ground Balance, follow the full-length Ground Balance
Procedure (page 17). To rapidly balance to the ground, follow the Quick-Trak Ground Balance Procedure (page 16).
` In variable ground, use the Difficult Ground Type setting (page 15).
Conductive Ground Noise
Conductive soils commonly occur when the soil contains salts. The effects of conductivity are most noticeable after rain when
salts are dissolved in water and become conductive. Ground may be conductive (salty) without any obvious environmental signs.
If a detector is sensitive enough to detect small gold, then it is also likely to detect low levels of conductivity.
To Identify Conductive Ground Noise:
To verify that noise is due to conductive ground, hold the coil 1 metre (3.3 feet) above the ground. Tilt the coil so that it is
parallel to the ground (horizontal) and then raise and lower the coil in the air between knee and shoulder height. If you hear
noise that correlates to the coil movement, then noise is likely due to conductivity in the ground.
To Manage Conductive Ground Noise:
` Use a Double-D coil with the Double-D mode set to Conductive Ground Cancel (page 21).