26PINPOINTING
When a signal is heard, it is an advantage to identify the exact position of the target. This is determined by using PINPOINT.
Enabling Pinpoint instructs the
In Pinpoint, the detector gives a continuous audio response. This continuous response indicates the strength of the target signal directly below the coil.
The Pinpoint audio response is tone and volume modulated. The difference in tone and volume produced will help locate the position and depth of the target.
The
Once the approximate target location is known, move the coil away from that area and press PINPOINT.
Sweep the coil slowly over the target location. The menu scale segments on the LCD indicate how close the target is to the center of the coil. The detector will produce the highest volume and tone when the
Taking note of the response, reduce the span of each successive pass of the coil until you are confident of the location of the target. Make a mental note of the position or, mark a line with your shoe or a digging tool.
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this target will produce a loud, high tone sound
this target will produce a quiet, low tone sound
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RECOVERING THE TARGET 27
A trowel, knife or small spade are good tools for recovering targets.
Once a target has been located, clear the surface of loose material and check again for a signal. If there is no signal then the target is amongst the surface material. In this case, search the surface material until the target is located. If the target is still in the ground, check again with Pinpoint.
When digging, the aim is to leave the area of ground exactly as you found it. Using a sharp tool, cut a neat portion of grass or soil and place it on a plastic sheet. This prevents the material being scattered around and allows the hole to be refilled quickly.
Check the hole for the target. If it is not in the hole, place the detector on the ground with the coil flat, pick up a handful of soil and pass it over the coil. Be sure not to wear rings, bracelets or a watch which will produce a signal. Repeat this procedure until the target is located.
Ensure that no other targets remain, then refill the hole. All soil and portions of grass on the plastic sheet should be returned to the hole as neatly as possible. Step lightly on the soil to compact it.
Leaving holes, or a scarred area, may
Move to one side so that you can pass the coil over the target at right angles to your initial direction. When the detector sounds you should know exactly where to dig.
If you have difficulty Pinpointing the target, press PINPOINT DETECT again to take the detector out of Pinpoint and then return to Step 1.
result in action being taken to prevent the use of metal detectors. Please ensure that an area of ground is left as you found it. Remove all rubbish.
In Pinpoint, Tracking Ground Balance is automatically disabled and renabled upon exiting Pinpoint.
The detector may become noisy if left in Pinpoint. If this occurs, return to normal detection then try Pinpoint again.
Ask for permission before searching on private property.