Pioneer 101 инструкция обслуживания

OWNER’S MANUAL The Basics of Metal Detecting Y our Pioneer 101 Metal Detector incorporates Motion Detection T echnology . Movement over an object is required in order for the machine to detect the object and emit a tone. While holding your Pioneer 101 Metal Detector as indicated in the picture to the right, sweep the search coil slowly from side [...]

2 INTRODUCTION The Pioneer 101 is a user-friendly instrument, requiring only a minimum of operator skill, yet delivering effective performance over a wide range of conditions and applications. Streamlined in appearance, with only two operating knobs and a mode selection switch, the Pioneer 101 has eliminated the two most difficult aspects of metal [...]

3 EASY ASSEMBL Y Search Coil Search Coil Cable Upper Stem Control Housing Plug Lower Stem Assembling your Pioneer 101 Metal Detector is easy and requires no tools. Just follow these steps: ● 1 Using the supplied bolt and knurled knob, attach the search coil to the lower stem. ● 2 Press the button on the upper end of the lower stem and slide the[...]

4 BA TTERIES IMPOR T ANT : Always use ALKALINE batteries for optimal performance. Always remove the batteries for prolonged storage. CHECK THE BA TTERIES if your detector exhibits any of the following symptoms: ● 1 The unit does not turn on. ● 2 Low speaker volume. ● 3 Unit beeps continuously at low sensitivity setting. The Low Battery indica[...]

5 Pioneer 101 DEMONSTRA TION Here is a quick way to demonstrate the basic features of your Pioneer 101. I. Supplies Needed • A quarter (25¢) • A nickel (5¢) • A Penny (1¢) • A small piece of aluminum foil • A Nail II. Position your Pioneer 101 • Place the detector on a table, with the search coil hanging over the edge. • Be sure th[...]

6 The Pioneer 101 is a “ motion ” detector . This means that the search coil must be moving to detect the presence of metal. When practicing with a stationary metal detector , keep the target moving over the coil. Objects held still under the search coil will not be detected. THREE MODES OF OPERA TION The Pioneer 101 allows for three modes of o[...]

7 OPERA TION T ONE MODE A UDIO RESPONSES NO RESPONSE Iron & Steel LO W T ONE Gold & Nick el BROKEN T ONE Old & New Pull T abs HIGH T ONE Copper , Silver & Brass TONE DISCRIMINA TION (continued) (Toggle switch to the Right) Classifies detected metal objects by emitting a low or high tone. Adjust the DISCRIMINA TE control higher to in[...]

8 OPERA TION AUTO GROUIND CONTROL: The Pioneer 101 automatic Ground T rack feature allows operation in virtually all soil conditions, regardless of mineral content. Use it effectively on the beach or for gold prospecting. In the ALL MET AL Mode (T oggle switch in the middle), the Pioneer 101 will detect gold nuggets through black sand and will find[...]

9 ST ANCE Stand with your arm extended in front of your body . Don ’ t bend or stoop; stand in a comfortable position. Hold the unit so that the search coil is about 1/2-inch above the ground. Adjust the search coil so that it is parallel to the ground. SWEEP Standing in the search position, swing the search coil gently from side to side, slightl[...]

10 IN THE FIELD (cont.) PINPOINTING Accurate pinpointing takes practice and is best accomplished by “ X-ing ” the suspected target area. ● 1 Once a buried target is identified by a good tone response, continue sweeping the coil over the target in a narrowing side to side pattern. ● 2 T ake visual note of the place on the ground where the ?[...]

11 TROUBLESHOOTING The following troubleshooting steps may assist you in case you ’ re having problems with your Pioneer 101. YOUR DETECTOR IS EMITTING ERRA TIC SIGNALS WHEN YOU ’ RE IN THE FIELD. Y our SENSITIVITY may be set too high. T ry reducing the SENSITIVITY slightly until the false signaling disappears. Remember to swing your coil slowl[...]

12 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Y our Pioneer 101 Metal Detector is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your metal detector so that you can enjoy it for years. Handle the metal detector gently and carefully . Dropping it can damage electronic components. Use and store the metal detector only in [...]

13 MET AL DETECTING APPLICA TIONS COINSHOOTING The most popular application for metal detectors CONTROL SETTINGS REQUIRED: ● 1 T oggle switch to the left (disc. mode). ● 2 Discriminate knob at 3:00 (3/4 turn). Only silver , copper and brass will be detected. Gold items will be eliminated. Different denominations of coins will induce different s[...]

14 MET AL DETECTING APPLICA TIONS (cont.) trash items. Gold rings will induce a low sound. Be aware that some pull-tabs can also induce a low tone. Silver will induce a high tone. Chains and necklaces are difficult to find. If you are looking for gold rings, don ’ t get discouraged; you will dig up many broken pull-tabs before you find your first[...]

ACCESSORIES 15 MAXIMIZE YOUR METAL DETECTING EXPERIENCE WITH THESE OPTIMAL BOUNTY HUNTER ACCESSORIES 4 INCH COIL Great for searching in trashy areas with its smaller target area. Also perfect for gold prospecting and fitting into tight spaces. 10 INCH COIL For maximum depth detection. HEADPHONES Increase battery life and find more deeply buried obj[...]

TREASURE HUNTER ’ S CODE OF ETHICS: 1 . Respect the rights and property of others. 2 . Observe all laws, whether national, state or local. 3 . Never destroy historical or archaeological treasures. 4 . Leave the land and vegetation as it was. Fill in the holes. 5 . All treasure hunters may be judged by the example you set. Always obtain permission[...]