SPHINX Vortex-S Manual

Service
Possible failure
The metal detector is intended for search in the low-
conductive and non-conductive environments of metal
objectsfromtheferrousandnon-ferrousmetalshidden
onabodyoftheperson,baggage,correspondenceetc.
The device can be used as tool ofinspection in military
structures, medicineandinotherapplications.
The instrument provides detection of objects made of
non-ferrousand ferrous metalsinthedynamic modeat
speedsfrom0to0.5m/s2.
Detection distance:
- theMakarovpistol - 230mm.
- bayonet-knife-160mm.
- plate(magnetic steel) 100x100x1mm-190 mm.
3.Operatingfrequency-30kHz.
4. Probabilityofdetection-0.98.
5. Powersupply - 9V.
6. Consumingcurrent - 3mA.
7. Automaticswitchingoffincaseofinactivity - 8min.
8. Operationlevelofdischargebatt.indication - 7V.
9. Timeofthecontinuousoperation - about400hours
(incaseofusingU9VL-J9Vbatterytype).
10. Outlinedimensions - 420x80x30mm.
11. Weightwithabattery-0.3kg.
12. Conditionsofoperations:
-range of working temperatures: from -37 to +70°C
-relative humidity 98 (T = 25°C)
-atmospheric pressure: from 630 to 800 mm. Hg.
Maintenance of the instrument consists in the
following:
- Deletingdustfromahousingsurface;
- Visualcheckofappearanceofthehousing;
- Checkofreliabilityofcontactofabattery;
- Checkofoperabilityoftheinstrumentaccordingtothe
section"Preparationforoperation".
Vortex-S instrument represents the portable metal
detector with the eddy current probe (ECP) which is built
in the housing from shock-resistant plastic in which also
electronic elements of the scheme and the power
supply are placed. The principle of operation of the
instrument is based on eddy current method of detection
ofthe hidden metal objects. The built-in voltage stabilizer
provides operability of the instrument at change of
voltage of the battery from 9 to 7 V. In case of discharge
of the battery or rechargeable battery lower than 7.5 V.
the light alarm system «Battery discharge indicator»
works.
1. Lower than 7.5 V. the indicator blinks; 2. Lower than 7
V. the indicator lights and the sound alarm system turns
on; 3. Lower than 6.7 V the instrument is automatically
switched off; 4. If in the vibro-mode voltage on a source
decreases lower than 7 V., the instrument automatically
switchestosoundindication.
Toput on the thong of the instrument ona wrist ofa hand
and to take the instrument in a hand. To turn on the
instrument holding the switch on button of 1 sec. After
the end of testing of the instrument the green LED lights
up. To check readiness of the instrument for operation,
havingbroughtaretrievalelementtoalocalmetalsubject
(acoin,hours,keys,etc.).TheredLEDandalsosound-or
vibro-signalization (if it presents at this modification),
shallwork atthe givendistancefroma working surfaceof
a retrieval element to object (in the limits specified in the
section "Technical characteristics"). The instrument is
ready to operation. In case of repeated «switching on -
switching off» of the instrument additional adjustment of
sensitivityisnotrequiredandcarriedoutautomatically.
To bring the instrument to controlled object and slow
scanning in close to its surface to run for search.
Scanning speed shall not exceed 0.5 m/s, otherwise
range and probability of detection of the hidden metal
subjects, especially small-sized, decreases a little.
Turning on of a sound and light signaling specifies
existenceofthehiddenmetalsubjects.Theinstrument
possesses enough high resolution capability and
provides when scanning (<0.5 m/s) a separate
signaling about existence of two small-sized metal
subjects located at distance at least 8 cm. from each
other. When pushing the «Sensitivity control» button
(Sens.) the LED lights up "/2" and sensitivity of the
instrument to large metal subjects (a knife, the gun,
etc.) decreases (twice), and small-sized metal objects
(small-sized coins, fasteners, lightnings, etc.) don't
cause actuating of a signaling.Thus, there is an
opportunity to define value of the metal object found in
case of primary scanning by clicking of the button and
repeated scanning of a suspicious section of the
inspectedobject(clothesoftheperson,baggage,etc.).
Andsmall-sizedmetalobjectswon'tbeselected,andto
distract the operator from search of dangerous
subjects (the gun, a knife, etc.) When clicking the
«Control oftheindicationmode» button(Mode)there
isachangeof the modeof indication. Vortex S - with
sound/without sound, Vortex-S (Ultra) - with
sound/vibro.
After switching on of the instrument there is
the continuous sound or the vibro-signal, thus burns
onlyaLED"Charge/discharge».
Probable cause:
Voltageofthebatteryislower7V
Eliminationmethod:
To replace or load a battery.
Preparation for operation
Technical characteristics
Operational procedure
Short description
Assignment of the instrument

For enter to the mode of sensitivity level change it is
necessary to be convinced that the instrument is
switched off. Then to click and retain in the clicked
status at the same time the «MODE» and «SENS»
buttons. To turn on the instrument during the
«MODE» and«SENS» buttonsarepressed.Toretain
all three buttons clicked until the LED "CHARGE/
DISCHARGE"lightsup.Toreleaseallthebuttons.The
instrument is in the mode of sensitivity level change
now. In order to increase the sensitivity of the
instrument, the «SENS» button hasto be clicked. To
reduce - «MODE» button has to be clicked. Each
indication of a LED "/2" means a single offset of
response level. In case of the sensitivity change limit
isreached (inthe biggerorsmaller direction),theLED
"/2" lights up and doesn't turn off. The further
change of sensitivity isn't possible in this direction.
In the mode of sensitivity level change, the luminous
andsoundindicationsofmetalpresenceareoperated.
These indications allow to set the required sensitivity
level without quitting the mode. After achievement of
the required sensitivity level, the instrument needs to
be switched off. Atthe same time, the current value of
sensitivity willbesavedinanon-volatilememoryofthe
instrument. The saved level of sensitivity will be set
automatically after switching on of the instrument in
theoperatingmode.
If the complete set of the instrument includes the
charging device and the rechargeable battery, please
study this section of the instruction. The charging
device (220\12V.) may be includes in the modification
of the instrument (current at least 50mA) which is
intended for charging ofthe rechargeable battery. For
rechargeable battery charging it is necessary to
connect the instrument to the charging device (any
side), thus on the instrument the «Charge» indicator
willlightup.Fullrechargeablebatterychargingrequires
nomorethan16hours,notfullchargingisalsoallowed.
Increase in sensitivity
(for sensitivity level change mode)
Metal Detector
Operation and maintenance instruction
Vortex-S
Warranty period of operation - 24 months from the
moment of sale, a warranty period of storage - 6
months from the moment of production. During a
warranty period the manufacturer is obliged to make
repairorreplacementoftheinstrument freeofchargeif
during the specified term the consumer finds the
defects or failure which arose because of the
manufacturer. Gratuitous repair or replacement of the
instrument is made on condition of observance by the
consumerofserviceregulations.
Decrease in sensitivity
(for sensitivity level change mode)
Warranty
Ruleofachargeofrechargeablebattery
Changeofsensitivityleveloftheinstrument