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The
Discovery 2200
is a professional metal
detector. While the most
difficult aspects of metal detecting
have
been
sophisticated electronic device which
requires an understanding of some basic
features and metal detecting concepts.
If you do not have prior experience with a
metal detector, we strongly recommend that you:
1) Adjust the Sensitivity to a low setting in the event
of false signals. Always begin use at a reduced
sensitivity level; increase to full sensitivity after you have
become familiar with the detector.
2) 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
appliances such as computers, televisions and microwave ovens.
If your detector beeps erratically, turn off appliances and lights,
especially those with dimmer switches.
Also keep the search coil away from objects containing metal, such
as floors and walls.
3) Read this manual. Most importantly, review the Quick-Start Demo
(p.7-8) and Basic Operation (p. 9-11).
4) Use 9-volt ALKALINE batteries only. Do not use Heavy Duty
Batteries.
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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Discovery 2200 is a professional metal detector. While the most difficult aspects of metal detecting have been automated, sophisticated electronic device which requires an understanding of some basic features and metal detecting concepts. If you do not have prior experience with a metal detector, we strongly recommend that you: 1) Adjust the Sensitivity to a low setting in the event of false signals.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Terminology ......3 Assembly ......4-5 Batteries .

  • Page 3: Terminology

    TERMINOLOGY The following terms are used throughout the manual, and are standard terminology among detectorists. ELIMINATION Reference to a metal being "eliminated" means that the detector will not emit a tone, nor light up an indicator, when a specified object passes through the coil’s detection field.

  • Page 4: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Assembly is easy and requires no tools. Position the lower stem (the straight tube) with the silver button toward the back. Using the bolt and knurled knob, attach the search coil to the plastic extension protruding from the lower stem. Press the button on the upper end of the lower stem,...

  • Page 5: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Adjusting the Arm Rest Most people will find the standard position of the arm rest very comfortable. Very large forearms and short forearms (particularly children’s arms), can be accommodated by moving the arm rest forward. The arm rest is adjustable to three positions. To adjust, remove the screw from the underside, then press the silver button and move the arm rest to one of the...

  • Page 6: Batteries

    BATTERIES Use ALKALINE batteries only. To install the batteries: Remove battery cover by disengaging the clip at the back. Align the polarity of the batteries correctly, with the positive "+" toward the coil plug connection, as indicated by – indicators housing.

  • Page 7: Quick-Start Demo

    Q UICK-START DEMONSTRATION I. Supplies Needed • A Nail • A Quarter • A Pull-Tab from a beverage can • A Zinc Penny (dated after 1982) II. Position the Detector a. Place the detector on a table, with the search coil hanging over the edge.

  • Page 8: Quick-Start Demo

    Q UICK-START DEMONSTRATION (continued) VI. Wave the Nail over the Search Coil a. The Nail will not be detected. b. The Nail has been "Discriminated Out." VII. Press the “DISCRIMINATION- ” touchpad twice. Three “R”s are now displayed. VIII. Wave all objects over the Search Coil The Nail and Pull-Tab will not be detected.

  • Page 9: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION SENSITIVITY DISCRIMINATION POWERING UP Press the POWER touch pad. • The detector will beep 4 times • All display segments will illuminate momentarily • The SENSITIVITY and BATTERY indicators will stay illuminated SENSITIVITY The detector’s default sensitivity will be indicated with two segments. At this setting, the detector will detect a coin-sized object, such as a quarter, buried approximately seven inches deep.

  • Page 10: All Metal

    BASIC OPERATION continued DEFAULT OPERATION The detector defaults to ALL METAL mode after powering on. In this mode, all types of metals will be detected. An object’s probable identification is indicated by the arrows at the top of the display. In addition, the probable depth of coin-sized objects is indicated by the large numeric indicator in the center of the display.

  • Page 11: Notch

    BASIC OPERATION continued To increase the level of discrimination, press the DISCRIMINATION touch pad. Each time the pad is depressed, an additional "R" will appear, thus eliminating from detection the objects which fall into the corresponding categories. To decrease the level of discrimination, press the DISCRIMINATION touch pad.

  • Page 12: Zap

    BASIC OPERATION continued The ZAP control is a convenient way to eliminate a known undesirable metal object from detection. To demonstrate the ZAP control: 1) Set the detector in All-Metal Mode Note: ZAP functions in all modes, but is best demonstrated first from the All-Metal Mode.

  • Page 13: Audio Target Identification

    AUDIO TARGET IDENTIFICATION While the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) is very accurate in identifying buried objects, the user in the field does not always maintain the display screen in his field of vision. Therefore, we have incorporated an audio feedback mechanism to alert the user to the nature of buried objects. This audio feedback system first alerts the user to the presence and classification of objects, whose nature and location can be confirmed using the LCD display.

  • Page 14: Target And Depth Display

    DEPTH AND TARGET DISPLAY READING THE DISPLAY S-CAP: Older screw caps from glass bottles will register here. Large gold The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) shows rings, like a class ring, could also register the PROBABLE identification of the here. Some non-U.S. coins of recent targeted metal, as well as the PROBABLE depth of the target, in inches.

  • Page 15: Sensitivity Adjustment

    SENSITIVITY ADJUSTMENT ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE The principle use for the Sensitivity Control is to eliminate Electromagnetic Interference (EMI). A hobby metal detector is an extremely sensitive device; the search coil creates its own magnetic field and acts like an antenna. If your detector beeps erratically when the search coil is motionless, the unit is probably detecting another electromagnetic field.

  • Page 16: In The Field Techniques

    IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES PINPOINTING COIL MOVEMENT When swinging the coil, be Accurate pinpointing takes practice careful to keep it level with the and is best accomplished by “X-ing” the target area. ground about one inch from the surface. Never swing the coil like a pendulum.
  • Page 17 IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES (continued) Swing the search coil slowly, respond with a repeatable tone. overlapping each sweep as you If the signal does not repeat move forward. It is important after sweeping the coil directly to sweep the coil at a consistent over the suspected target a few speed over the ground as you times, it is more than likely...

  • Page 18: In The Field Techniques

    IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES (continued) angles, many have You will be surprised just how encountered multiple objects. much trash metal and foil you If you are new to the hobby, will find in some areas. The you may want to dig all targets trashiest areas have been at first.

  • Page 19: Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION Detector chatters • Using detector • Use detector or beeps erratically indoors outdoors only • Using detector near • Move away power lines from power lines • Using 2 detectors in • Keep 2 detectors close proximity at least 20’...

  • Page 20: Treasure Hunter's Code Of Ethics

    Copyright© 2002 by First Texas Products, L.P. All rights reserved, including the right to reproduce this book, or parts thereof, in any form. Published by First Texas Products, L.P. Bounty Hunter ® is a registered trademark of First Texas Products, L.P. www.detecting.com First Texas Products, LP...

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