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OKM eXp 5500 Professional User Manual

Detector for treasure hunting and archaeology
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USER MANUAL
TRANSPORTATION & STORAGE
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
ASSEMBLY
GETTING STARTED
OPERATIONS
MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
DISPOSAL
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
REPS & WARRANTIES
OKM
eXp 5500 Professional
®
Detector for Treasure Hunting and Archaeology
MODEL: X55-A01
U.S. Edition | English
© 2024 OKM GmbH. All Rights Reserved.
Version 1.0 | November 2024

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  • Page 1 ASSEMBLY GETTING STARTED OPERATIONS MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING DISPOSAL TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS REPS & WARRANTIES eXp 5500 Professional ® Detector for Treasure Hunting and Archaeology MODEL: X55-A01 U.S. Edition | English © 2024 OKM GmbH. All Rights Reserved. Version 1.0 | November 2024...
  • Page 2 With the purchase of the OKM detector you DO NOT automatically receive a detection permit or excavation permit! Consult the authorities responsible for your search project and/or area for information on required permits.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.6 CHARGER AND TRAVEL ADAPTERS ..............10 6.3 FIRMWARE UPDATES ..................... 46 2.7 BLUETOOTH HEADPHONES ..................10 6.4 REGISTER/VERIFY DETECTOR ................48 2.8 PROTECTOR CASE ....................10 6.5 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR BY OKM ..............48 3 ASSEMBLY ........................13 7 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................51 8 DISPOSAL ........................61 3.1 NECESSARY TOOLS ....................13 9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................
  • Page 4 TRANSPORTATION & STORAGE 4 / 66...

  • Page 5: Transportation And Storage

    1 TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE 1.1 AVOID EXTREME TEMPERATURES AND MOISTURE Protect your detector and accessories by storing them in the Protector Case in a cool, dry place (50 to 75 °F | 10 to 25 °C). Unplug the probe from the Control Unit and power off the Control Unit before packing the device and its accessories into the case.
  • Page 6 SCOPE OF DELIVERY 6 / 66...

  • Page 7: Scope Of Delivery And Control Elements

    2 SCOPE OF DELIVERY AND CONTROL ELEMENTS Super Sensor   Windows Notebook with Visualizer 3D Studio Protector Case  PentaSense Rod  Telescopic Rod  PentaCoil (VLF Coil)   4 Protective Caps VIII 4 Enhancers  Control Unit ...

  • Page 8: Control Unit

    2.1 CONTROL UNIT VIII Touchscreen – see 4.3 Main Menu and Navigation on page Brightness sensor – see 4.5.1 Display on page 19. Please do not cover the brightness sensor. Speakers – see 4.5.2 Sound on page Knob with LED ring to show active Transfer Mode, Bluetooth states – see 4.6 Pair/Connect Bluetooth Headphones on page 22 –...

  • Page 9: Pentasense System

    2.2 PENTASENSE SYSTEM 2.3 PENTASENSE ROD The PentaSense System comprises the Super Sensor with LED Orbit and 4 sensor modules, so- The PentaSense System can either be carried by hand or by using the PentaSense Rod. called Enhancers. These can be plugged into any of the Super Sensor sockets. The PentaSense For correct assembly see 3.3 PentaSense Rod on page system offers 4 possible combinations –...

  • Page 10: Pentacoil (Vlf Coil)

    2.4 PENTACOIL (VLF COIL) 2.5 TELESCOPIC ROD Mounting screw Rubber washers Shaft adapter Locking levers Label with device information like serial number and model number. Handle Probe cable Armrest with velcro Probe plug 2.6 CHARGER AND TRAVEL ADAPTERS 4.1.2 Charge Battery on The Control Unit is charged via charger.
  • Page 11 NOTES 11 / 66...
  • Page 12 ASSEMBLY 12 / 66...

  • Page 13: Assembly

    3.2.1 Connect Enhancers The sensor modules are identical and therefore interchangeable. 3.1 NECESSARY TOOLS No additional tools are required to assemble the OKM eXp 5500 Professional. Unscrew the Protective Caps from the Super Attach the Enhancers. Secure the modules Do not open the device and/or accessories. There are no end user serviceable parts inside.

  • Page 14: Pentasense Rod

    3.3 PENTASENSE ROD 3.4 BACKSTRAP + CONTROL UNIT Put on the backstrap: Place the upper straps For easier attachment, we recommend Unfold the PentaSense Rod. Snap the locking ring into place. around your shoulders like a backpack. temporarily linking the carabiners of the lower straps.

  • Page 15: Pentacoil + Telescopic Rod

    3.5 PENTACOIL + TELESCOPIC ROD Unscrew the mounting screw from the coil Insert the coil mount of the Telescopic Rod mount at the Telescopic Rod. Make sure the into the shaft adapter of the PentaCoil. rubber washers are seated next to the shaft Fix it with the mounting screw and tighten it before attaching the PentaCoil.

  • Page 16: Getting Started

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  • Page 17: Internal Battery

    4 GETTING STARTED 4.1.3 Battery Level and Charging State If the Control Unit is powered OFF, the battery level/charging state is indicated by the LED ring 4.1 INTERNAL BATTERY that surrounds the Knob (press and hold for approx. 2 s) – see table below. If the Control Unit is powered ON, the battery level/charging state is indicated by the icon in the Fully charge the Control Unit.

  • Page 18: Switch On The Control Unit

    4.2 SWITCH ON THE CONTROL UNIT 4.4 WELCOME DIALOG Unfold the display. Press and hold the Knob for 5 s to switch on the Control Unit. As soon as the Usually, a Welcome Dialog is displayed the first time you start the Control Unit. Control Unit is booting, golden LEDs circle around the Knob.

  • Page 19: Settings

    4.5 SETTINGS 4.5.1 Display Swipe to the left or right to browse through Open the preferred Settings option. Select Automatic Brightness to allow the screen Select Manual Brightness and move the slider the Main Menu and select Settings. to adjust automatically to the ambient light. to adjust the screen brightness individually.
  • Page 20 4.5.3 Battery 4.5.4 Regional Preferences Use the arrows (left/right) to loop through Tap on the toggle to select your preferred time If no charger is connected, this screen shows If the charger is connected, this screen shows the available languages. format (12 h | 24 h).
  • Page 21 Firmware version and Enhancer configuration of the current/last to default settings. executed. connected PentaSense System. Contact details comprising OKM's address, phone number, WhatsApp number and email address for further support. Back arrow: Tap to exit Information and return to the Settings menu. Tap on the button...

  • Page 22: Pair/Connect Bluetooth Headphones

    The acoustic feedback can be provided by headphones instead of the Control Unit speakers in order to avoid attracting attention. We recommend to use the included OKM Open-Ear Headphones. Alternatively, you can connect your own Bluetooth headphones. Once the Bluetooth headphones have been successfully paired, they will usually connect automatically the next time they are switched on.
  • Page 23 Tap on the button to filter Bluetooth devices headphones are successfully connected. in the list: Toggle between all or OKM only. The volume of the headphones is set directly at the headphones using the buttons + and –. For further information, please refer to the Headphones Manual.
  • Page 24 OPERATIONS 24 / 66...

  • Page 25: Table Of Contents 5 Operations

    5 OPERATIONS 5.3 OPERATING MODES The following operating modes are available in the OKM eXp 5500 Professional application: The integrated Bluetooth components complie with part 15 of the FCC Regulations. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 26: Prepare Measurement

    5.4 MAGNETOMETER 5.4.2 Measurement Screen Use the operating mode Magnetometer to detect small metal objects like nails, screws and wires made of ferromagnetic materials such as iron, nickel and cobalt close to the surface. Remove these items from the scan field before performing further scans! The fewer small metal items in the soil, the deeper you can detect targets with 3D Ground Scan.

  • Page 27: Perform Measurement

    5.4.3 Perform Measurement 5.4.4 Interpret Measurement As soon as the sensors detect a potential target, you get immediate feedback: • acoustic feedback (if Sound is enabled), • direct visual feedback (if LED Orbit is enabled) and • detailed visual representation for each individual pair of sensors. The LED orbit shows the color of the signal with the maximum amplitude.

  • Page 28: Ground Scan

    5.5 3D GROUND SCAN Use the operating mode 3D Ground Scan to get a detailed visualization of underground structures and potential target objects for further analysis in Visualizer 3D Studio. www.okmdetectors.com/3d-ground-scan-guide Learn more in the 3D Ground Scan Guide at 5.5.1 Configure Measurement Impulse Mode Automatic...
  • Page 29 OFF the Sound ... Ready to start your 3D Ground Scan. Continue with 5.5.2 Perform Default Very experienced OKM users can select the 3D Ground Scan on page Scan Mode Zigzag to scan all scan lines forwards and backwards alternately.
  • Page 30 5.5.2 Perform Default 3D Ground Scan The default parameters (Scan Mode: Parallel | Impulse Mode: Automatic) are recommended for entry-level detector users and allow scanning in flat and wide as well as slightly sloping terrain. Go to the starting point of the first scan line Walk to the end of the first scan line.
  • Page 31 Complete the scan The scan file is opened in the File Explorer – Enter the Field Length and Field Width by tapping on that you actually measured: Tap on the arrows 5.6 File Explorer on page (left/right) or turn the Knob. Confirm with to save your scan or discard the details with...
  • Page 32 5.5.3 Perform Manual 3D Ground Scan In Impulse Mode Manual each single impulse (scan value) is triggered manually one after the other at its own pace by pressing or pushing the Knob. The parameters (Scan Mode: Parallel | Impulse Mode: Manual) are recommended for very rough terrain.
  • Page 33 Complete the scan The scan file is opened in the File Explorer – Enter the Field Length and Field Width by tapping on that you actually measured: Tap on the arrows 5.6 File Explorer on page (left/right) or turn the Knob. Confirm with to save your scan or discard the details with...
  • Page 34 5.5.4 Perform Zigzag 3D Ground Scan In Scan Mode Zigzag all scan lines are scanned by walking forwards and backwards. However, the scan lines must be parallel to each other and the probe must always point in the The parameters (Scan Mode: Zigzag | Impulse Mode: Automatic) are recommended Do not turn/rotate the probe during the scan! same direction as in the first scan line.
  • Page 35 Complete the scan The scan file is opened in the File Explorer – Enter the Field Length and Field Width by tapping on that you actually measured: Tap on the arrows 5.6 File Explorer on page 36. (left/right) or turn the Knob. Confirm with to save your scan or discard the details with...

  • Page 36: File Explorer

    5.6 FILE EXPLORER Use File Explorer to view your stored scan files directly on the eXp 5500 display and to transfer files between the Control Unit and your Windows notebook. Open File Explorer. The digits in brackets Tap directly on a scan file or select a row and show the number of scan files that are push the Knob to open a scan file.
  • Page 37 5.6.1 Review 3D Ground Scan 3D Ground Scan in Top View (2D) 3D Ground Scan in Perspective View (3D) VIII Use intuitive gestures to rotate, move, or scale the 3D Ground Scan image on the display: • Rotate: Drag by moving one fingertip over the screen to rotate the scan image. •...

  • Page 38: Transfer Files

    5.6.2 Transfer Files The saved 3D Ground Scan files are stored in the internal memory of the Control Unit. The maximum number of scan files that can be stored is 100. Open File Explorer on your Control Unit. Tap on to start the Transfer Mode.
  • Page 39 (2) Open Windows Explorer (3) Transfer Scan Files. (4) Exit Transfer Mode. and select OKM eXp 5500. Find your 3D Ground Scan files in the You can now copy or move scan files to Tap on to exit the Transfer Mode and return...

  • Page 40: Vlf Metal Detection

    5.7 VLF METAL DETECTION Scan Profile Type of Metal Target-ID Zones Frequencies All Metal Use the VLF Metal Detection mode to detect metal objects at shallow depths in the ground. iron, steel, aluminum, keys, coins, nails, gold, brass, bronze, 0-99 5 | 10 | 15 kHz screws, jewelry, copper, silver, lead...
  • Page 41 5.7.2 Perform Ground Balance Ground balancing reduces the interference signals ('noise') caused by ground mineralization and allows clearer detection of targets. In VLF Ground Balance, the detector selects the ‘quiet- est’ signal channel based on various criteria. Place the coil on neutral ground (no objects The progress is indicated on the left by two When finished, both arrows are in the target If the Ground Balance is successful, you will...
  • Page 42 5.7.3 Measurement Screen 5.7.4 Perform Measurement The eXp 5500 with PentaCoil is a motion detector, which means that the VLF coil must be moved over the ground to detect a target. If the coil is held motionless above a target, it will not detect it.
  • Page 43 5.7.5 Interpret Measurement As soon as the coil detects a potential target object, you get immediate feedback: • acoustic feedback (if Sound is enabled), • visual representation of maximum amplitude as bar graph, • indication of the position of the maximum amplitude as two-digit Target-ID. The scan screen shows the signal with the maximum amplitude and its corresponding Target-ID: If the signals become unstable, During the ground balance procedure,...

  • Page 44: Maintenance

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  • Page 45: Electrical Hazard

    6 MAINTENANCE 6.2 REPLACE INTERNAL BATTERY WARNING ELECTRICAL HAZARD! Keep water away from electronic components and cables. 6.1 CHECK AND CLEAN CONTROL UNIT AND PROBES Turn the Control Unit upside down to view the Remove the battery carefully. bottom. Open the battery compartment cover To always get the best performance from your detector, clean it regularly and check it for by removing the 6 Torx T10 screws.

  • Page 46: Firmware Updates

    6.3 FIRMWARE UPDATES Check the OKM Download Center at Open File Explorer on your Control Unit. Tap on to start the Transfer Mode. Open Windows Explorer on your notebook. Copy the update file from your Windows notebook into www.okmdetectors.com/updates for detector An animated LED ring sequence indicates that the OKM eXp 5500 root directory.
  • Page 47 File Explorer. Once an update process has been canceled, the OKM eXp 5500 will not ask for it again. Return to Step 2 and repeat the process to trigger an update. 47 / 66...

  • Page 48: Register/Verify Detector

    If the device is defective and it's a warranty case, refer to 10 REPS & WARRANTIES on page 64. If the device is defective but it is not a warranty case, you may use the service OKM Device Check, which includes: 1.
  • Page 49 NOTES 49 / 66...

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING 50 / 66...
  • Page 51 Make sure to use the original OKM charger. Besides the detector, another device is connected Make sure that you have plugged in only one device for charging. The OKM charger sup- to the OKM charger. plies a maximum of 65 W. If a connected device already consumes the power limit, do not connect another device at the same time.
  • Page 52 The operating mode won't start and The probe is not connected properly. Check the probe connection. I see the following screen: The required probe is not connected. Plug in the PentaSense System – see 3.2 PentaSense System on page The operating mode won't start and The probe is not connected properly.
  • Page 53 I get no signals between the Enhancers in The Enhancers are not connected correctly. The pair of sensors must be complete: Make sure that the Enhancers are connected in Magnetometer mode. pairs (top and bottom) on the same side. The graphs become unstable or are "frozen". The soil conditions are not optimal (e.g.
  • Page 54 I don't see any LED Orbit feedback LED Orbit is disabled. Tap on the button to turn LED Orbit ON (available at any time during scanning). when using Magnetometer mode. I don't hear any feedback sound in Sound is disabled. Tap on the button to turn Sound ON.
  • Page 55 I don't hear any feedback sound in VLF Metal The detected object results in a signal within the Tap on the relevant Target-ID zone(s) to reactivate it and/or continue scanning until you Detection mode, but Sound is enabled. muted Target-ID zones. receive signals in the activated Target-ID zone(s).
  • Page 56 When configuring the VLF Metal Detection, A maximum of 3 frequencies can be selected. Select up to 3 frequencies. To select other frequencies, deactivate a previously selected I can not select further frequencies. frequency. For more details refer to 5.7.1 Configure Measurement on page During the VLF scan, I occasionally see a flashing The signals became unstable due to changes in Place the coil above neutral ground.
  • Page 57 When configuring the 3D Ground Scan, I see The Enhancers are not connected correctly. The pair of sensors must be complete: Make sure that the Enhancers are connected in a red warning icon instead of the start button. pairs (top and bottom) on the same side. For more details refer to 3.2.2 Enhancer Configu- rations on page I don't see the start button...
  • Page 58 I have copied an update file into the The folder path is not correct. Copy the update file from your Windows notebook into the OKM eXp 5500 root directory. OKM eXp 5500 folder, but the update process We recommend copying instead of moving the file so that in the event of an error, a backup does not start.
  • Page 59 NOTES 59 / 66...
  • Page 60 DISPOSAL 60 / 66...

  • Page 61: Disposal

    8 DISPOSAL Dispose the device or its components in accordance with local regulations. RECYCLE USED PRODUCTS! Reusing extends product life spans and contributes to the source reduction of raw materials. RECYCLE PROPERLY! Do not put devices with integrated battery in the trash or municipal recycling bins.

  • Page 62: Technical Specifications

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  • Page 63: Control Unit

    9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Sensor Technology SCMI-15-D ARM Cortex-M33 @ 38 MHz Processing Unit Manufacturer OKM GmbH 9.3 ENHANCER Type Treasure Detector Model X55-A01 Length 335 mm | 13.2" Diameter 45 mm | 1.8" The technical specifications are medial values. Slight variations are possible during operation.

  • Page 64: Reps & Warranties

    To the extent applicable, the manufacturer OKM warrants that the Goods shall be free from material defects in workmanship and materials, so long as such Goods are used in conformance with their intended use and in strict compliance with the instructions of OKM, for a period of •...

  • Page 65: Indemnification

    48. If there is no warranty case, the costs for returning the device to the Cus- occurs and is claimed within the warranty period, the manufacturer OKM has the right to rectify tomer are not covered are not covered by the dealer or manufacturer.
  • Page 66 OKM DETECTORS HEADQUARTERS SUBSIDIARY SUBSIDIARY SUBSIDIARY OKM GmbH Julius-Zinkeisen-Str. 7 OKM Americas OKM Türkiye OKM Emirates FZE Charlotte 04600 Altenburg Antalya SAIF Zone, Sharjah Germany Türkiye +49 162 419 2147 +49 3447 499 3000 info@okmdetectors.com www.okmdetectors.com...

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