OWNER’S MANUAL
The Pioneer 505 is a professional metal detector. The concepts and terminology can be quite unfamiliar if you are new to the hobby. To understand it quickly and to get the most enjoyment possible from your detector, we strongly recommend that you:
1)Watch the video. It is 21 minutes long.
2)Turn the Sensitivity knob to a low setting if you get false signals. A little practice is required to understand when and how you can use the sensitivity at or near 100%.
3)Do not use indoors. This detector is for outdoor use only. Many household appliances emit electromagnetic energy, which can interfere with the detector. If conducting an indoor demonstration, turn the sensitivity down and keep the search coil away from all floors, walls and metal objects.
4)Read this manual.
Most importantly, review the Summary of Operating Modes and the
5) Use 9volt ALKALINE batteries only.
