Garrett MULTI-FLEX ACE APEX User Manual
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Elevate YOUR DETECTING to the next level
6" x 11" DD Coil

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  • Page 1 User Manual Elevate YOUR DETECTING to the next level 6” x 11” DD Coil...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Quick Start Steps Notch Discrimination ..........................Contents Auto Ground Balance ..........17 ....................Assembly..............5 Iron Audio ..............18 Assembled Detector ..........6 Detecting Tips and Techniques ....19 Battery Information ..........7 Pinpointing ..............21 Basic Controls Bench Tests ................................... LCD/Display Elements General Advice ............
  • Page 3: Quick Start Steps

    Quick Start Steps 1. Power ON. Press and release the ON / OFF Power button. The Apex powers on in the last mode used and is ready to search. The detector operates on built-in lithium ion rechargeable batteries. 2. Select Mode. Use the Mode button to select a different detection mode, when desired.
  • Page 4: Contents

    Visit garrett.com to download full-length Apex User’s Manual. Commencez la Visite garrett.com para descargar el Manual del usuario de Apex completo. détection. Rendez-vous sur garrett.com pour télécharger le manuel d’utilisation Apex complet. Use Menu button to adjust Sensitivity, Volume, Iron Volume, Frequency, Channel, Backlight, or Z-Lynk.
  • Page 5: Assembly

    Assembly Extend shaft and insert washers 1. Loosen upper camlock by turning it right (clockwise) while holding the upper and lower stem assembly in front of you. 2. Extend lower stem. 3. Press mounting washers into place. Attach the searchcoil 1.
  • Page 6: Assembled Detector

    Assembled Detector Arm Strap Arm Cuff Display Screen, Waterproof Grip Pushbutton Controls Detector Stand Control Camlock 1/8” (3mm) Headphone Jack Battery Charging Access Port (micro-USB) Upper Stem Camlock Lower Stem 6” x 11” Viper DD Searchcoil...
  • Page 7: Battery Information

    In the event of prema- ture failure, the battery can be replaced at any certified Garrett service center. Micro-USB charging port is located under a weather- Note orientation of micro-USB connector before plug- proof rubber flap on back of Apex control box.
  • Page 8: Basic Controls

    Basic Controls 1. Power ON/OFF and MODE—Hold this button for 5. MENU—Press to scroll through Menu settings 1 second to turn power ON or OFF. Once detector by continuing to tap this button. Allows access is on, use the Mode button to select a different to Sensitivity, Volume, Iron Volume, Frequency detection mode, when desired.
  • Page 9: Lcd/Display Elements

    LCD/Display Elements 9 10 12 13 1. Target ID Legend—indicates different metal types 9. Digital Target ID—Provides a value from 0 to 99 to (from ferrous to non-ferrous targets). identify targets more precisely than the ID cursor. Also indicates modes and adjustment levels when 2.
  • Page 10: Target Id Information

    Target ID Information Target ID Legend Target ID Cursor Discrimination (upper scale) Pattern (lower scale) Digital Target ID Digital Target ID Target ID can vary widely based upon the The large Digital Target ID number in the lower cen- target’s size and thickness because small, thin pieces of ter of the LCD provides a value from 0 to 99 to identify metal cannot conduct electrical current as well as targets more precisely than the ID Cursor.
  • Page 11: Z-Lynk Wireless Operation

    Z-Lynk Wireless Operation Apex features a built-in Z-Lynk wireless transmitter which can be used with Garrett MS-3 wireless headphones and any Z-Lynk enabled devices (such as any other headphones connected to a Z-Lynk receiver). A Z-Lynk Wireless headphone icon (see illustration) on the LCD indicates the current status of your wireless connection.
  • Page 12: Menu Settings

    Menu Settings Frequency Options Six (6) FREQ kHz settings on Apex: 5 kHz, 10 kHz, 15 kHz, 20 kHz, Multi-Frequency (MF) mode, and Multi-Frequency Salt (MS) mode. (See page 13 for complete information on Multi-Flex multi-frequency technology and details on each fre- quency option.) Channel Eight (8) channels, or independent frequency...
  • Page 13: Multi-Frequency Options

    The standard Multi-Frequency Mode (labeled as MF on its menu) employs a blend of frequencies that provide Garrett’s Multi-Flex Multi-Frequency technology, fueled maximum target detection on all types and sizes of tar- by a cutting edge, broad-bandwidth digital platform, gets, while also minimizing ground noise.
  • Page 14: Search Modes

    Search Modes The Garrett Apex includes six search modes, based on to large silver medallions. Pixels for iron and foil have desired targets (i.e. coins, jewelry). Choose the mode been eliminated from detection. that is best for your particular detecting needs, or select Custom Mode to create and save your own favor- ite detector settings.
  • Page 15: Relics

    Search Modes (continued) RELICS Mode CUSTOM Mode Designed to eliminate small iron pieces, while detect- Can be programmed by the operator and the Apex ing good targets in the lower conductivity range, such will retain the changes when the detector is switched as lead, brass and bronze.
  • Page 16: Notch Discrimination

    Notch Discrimination Apex has 20 pixels or “notches” of discrimination, shown The second method of modifying the Notch on the lower scale. Any combination of these pixels Discrimination pattern uses only the (/x) elim button. can be switched on or off based upon your prefer- When an unwanted target is audibly detected, simply ence.
  • Page 17: Auto Ground Balance

    Auto Ground Balance Detector performance can be negatively affected by ground mineralization. Apex can be ground balanced automatically to cancel unwanted ground signals and obtain maximum stability and target detection. Note: Always locate an area of soil free of metal before attempting to ground balance the detector.
  • Page 18: Iron Audio

    Iron Audio Press and release the IRON AUDIO button to switch the Note: Iron Audio applies only to the notched out Iron Audio feature ON/OFF. pixels to the left of the first accepted pixel within the Iron Audio allows the user to hear discriminated iron 8-pixel iron range.
  • Page 19: Detecting Tips And Techniques

    Detecting Techniques and Tips If you are new to metal detecting, start searching Swing your searchcoil parallel to plow lines and the in areas with sandy and loose soil to make it easier to water’s edge. This will minimize the negative effects learn how to use your metal detector, how to pinpoint caused by uneven ground in plowed fields and varying a target, and how to recover it.
  • Page 20 Detecting Techniques and Tips (continued) Iron Masking Tip Isolating Adjacent Targets To prevent an iron object from "masking" out the The narrow detection field of Apex’s Viper DD signal of an adjacent good target, use just enough searchcoil allows better separation of adjacent targets discrimination to barely reject the iron trash (e.g.
  • Page 21: Pinpointing

    11" DD Viper searchcoil. For the best pinpointing results, maintain a constant height above Note: Alternative pinpointing methods using a DD searchcoil are the ground (e.g. 1 inch). demonstrated on the Apex training video, which can be seen at garrett.com.
  • Page 22: Bench Tests

    Bench Tests You should conduct bench tests to become more settled, during periods of extreme drought or after a familiar with your detector’s operation. To conduct a soaking rain. Take note of any changes in how these bench test: targets are detected. 1.
  • Page 23: General Advice

    • I will cause no willful damage to property of any kind, including fences, signs and buildings. Your Garrett detector is rugged, designed for outdoor use. However, as with all electronic equipment, there • I will always fill the holes I dig.
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting SYMPTOM SOLUTION 1. Connect to charger and verify the battery icon is blinking (indicating charge is in progress). No power 2. Check charging cable and charger. 1. Ensure your searchcoil is securely connected and the coil cable is snugly wound around the stem. 2.
  • Page 25 Press and hold the power shipping and import charges, do not attempt to return button for 5 seconds to return to the recommended a Garrett product to the factory in the United States. factory settings. Information on international warranty/repair needs can be found on the Garrett website: www.garrett.
  • Page 26: Warranty

    ™ 40" to 53" Length (Adjustable) (1.016m - 1.35m) Total Weight 2.5 lbs (1.13 kgs) Rechargeable Lithium Ion, built-in; 7.5Wh, 30 g Battery Source Battery Condition Indicator  2 Years, Warranty Limited Parts/Labor © 2020 Garrett Electronics, Inc. PN 1535600.A.0720...

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