Sensitivity - Minelab EQUINOX 600 Instruction Manual

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Sensitivity

EQUINOX is highly sensitive and has 25 Sensitivity levels. It is important to set the correct
Sensitivity level for your detecting conditions.
Sensitivity adjusts the detector's level of response to targets and
the environment by controlling the amount of amplification
applied to signals received by the detector (sometimes called Rx
gain).
Targets are detected as distinct beeps that stop if the coil is held
stationary. Interference or noise usually sounds like a crackling
or popping, which generally continues when the coil is held
stationary.
The Sensitivity setting has a range from 1 to 25 with a default setting
of 20.
Sensitivity level adjustment is global; all Detect Mode Search
Profiles will be affected by changes to this setting.
Sensitivity Indicator
The Sensitivity Indicator on the EQUINOX LCD shows the
approximate sensitivity level in increments of 5.
Level 1-5 Level 6-10 Level 11-15
Adjusting Sensitivity
Always choose the highest stable Sensitivity setting to ensure
optimum performance.
You can only adjust the Sensitivity level from the Detect Screen.
Before attempting to adjust Sensitivity, ensure that you are not in
the Settings Menu or in Pinpoint.
1. Holding the coil stationary, use the Plus (+) button to increase
the Sensitivity until false signals begin to occur.
2. Reduce the Sensitivity level by pressing the Minus (–) button,
just enough that these false signals disappear.
3. The exact Sensitivity Level will be shown on the Target ID
Display, and will disappear after 3 seconds of inactivity.
Recommended Sensitivity Settings
Some experimentation with the Sensitivity level may be required
for different detecting locations. For beginners, start with a low
setting and increase it progressively.
Decreasing the Sensitivity of the EQUINOX may reduce false signals
and interference. This will also improve differentiation between
signals caused by metal targets and those of soil mineralisation.
The following recommended settings will help get you started:
New user
Park or field with no trash
Park or field with trash
Salt water beach
Gold Mode
Experienced user
Difficult ground or noisy conditions
Detecting test targets indoors
Tiny ferrous trash targets might be detected when the Sensitivity is
set to a high level. The detector will also be affected by minerals in
certain soils and signals from electrical appliances.
Level 16-20 Level 21-25
Sensitivity | 34
20
22
20
20
15-25
22-25
15-18
1-10