Quick Start Steps This page provides the basic procedures needed to begin detecting with your Garrett Axiom. Power ON. Press and release the ON / OFF Power button. Set Sensitivity, Threshold and Volume 1, 2 to preferred levels. Note: Axiom is an extremely sensitive detector. Please refer to the “Sensitivity”...
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Controls Note: Use the Plus (+) or Minus (-) above the Menu button to adjust any of the Menu options. Axiom automatically exits the Menu settings after 20 seconds with no activity; or, simply press the OPERATE button at any time to exit the Menu. Power ON/OFF and OPERATE—Hold for one MENU/Iron...
LCD/Display Elements 1. Signal Strength Indicator—directional bar graphs 8. Battery Level—Shows status of battery life (25% indicates both signal strength and polarity (i.e. high per segment). Recharge battery when one segment tones to the right; low tones to the left). remains.
If needed, the Axiom or when Axiom is switched on. the battery can be replaced at any certi ed Garrett service center. USB-C charging port is located...
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To update your Axiom to the latest software version These upgrades simply require connecting your available from Garrett, a PC computer running with Axiom to the computer via the detector’s supplied Windows 7 or newer operating system or Mac OS 10.13 USB charging cable and installing the Garrett Updater.
Z-Lynk Wireless Operation Axiom 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.
Functions and Settings Your Axiom is a highly sensitive pulse induction detector engineered for ease of operation. Each of its specific settings and functions are fully described in the pages which follow. Factory Reset Frequency Scan Any changes made to Axiom settings are saved when Use this function to obtain the quietest operating the unit is switched off.
Detection Modes The Axiom has four Search Mode options: Fine, Normal, Large and Salt. Each Search Mode is optimized for specific types of detecting, as detailed below. The Factory Default mode is Fine. Press MENU button until MODE is selected, then use the Menu Plus (+) or (-) button to select the desired mode.
Volume and Threshold Adjustment Volume Control Use the Volume Plus (+) or Minus (-) buttons to adjust the maxiumum audio level produced by a large signal. This does not affect the audio level or sensitivity of a faint signal (i.e. Volume is a “limiter” and not a gain control).
Tone and Audio Options The Axiom provides the user with the ability to change the pitch of audio tones and to select from two distinctly different audio types. Tone Adjustment Press the MENU button until TONE is selected, then press the MENU Plus (+) or Minus (-) buttons to scroll through 100 available tone shifts.
Tone and Audio Options (continued) Audio 01 (VCO Audio) borderline between a poor and good conductor may fluctuate multiple times between high and low tones In VCO Audio, the target’s volume and audio pitch both to indicate a borderline conductor. increase proportionately with signal strength.
Backlight and Speed Backlight Press the MENU button until the Backlight icon is selected, then press the MENU Plus (+) or Minus (-) buttons to switch on or off the LCD backlight, for searching at night or in low-light situations. Note: As a convenience, the backlight will automatically activate when scrolling through the menu, regardless of When Backlight icon is highlighted, use the Plus / Minus...
Sensitivity Sensitivity Use the SENS Plus (+) or Minus (-) buttons to select one of eight (8) Sensitivity levels. Default setting is 6. Use increased sensitivity when searching for very small or very deep targets. Use lower sensitivity levels, as needed, when the detector is behaving erratically (due to excessive metallic trash, highly mineralized soils, electrical interference or the presence of other metal detectors) and the erratic operation cannot be...
Ground Balance Procedure and Indicators Ground Balance Values Concentrations of ground mineralization can create erratic detector sounds (“ground noise”) and reduce The Axiom continually displays the current ground performance if the mineralization is not compensated balance values using two independent numbers. for.
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Ground Balance (continued) Ground Balance Window and Hot Rocks to ground balance to a single ground condition, as is Axiom’s unique Ground Balance Window feature the case for normal ground conditions. helps overcome hot rocks and other localized ground However, after ten seconds of ground balancing, variations.
Ground Track Ground Balance values Ground Trend arrows When switched on, Ground Track slowly tracks to changes in ground mineralization by automatically adjusting the ground balance values. However, when entering a new area, you should first perform Ground Balance to quickly obtain a good starting point. Press the MENU button until GND TRACK is selected, then press the MENU Plus (+) or Minus (-) buttons to scroll through the four Ground Track settings: OFF,...
Iron Check Use this feature to audibly identify iron targets. Iron Check only works with DD searchcoils and will not work with mono coils. If the Iron Check button is pressed while using a mono coil, a repeating warning alarm will indicate this to be an invalid action.
Detecting Techniques and Tips Proper Coil Swinging If you are new to metal detecting, start searching in areas with sandy and loose soil to make it easier to Keep your searchcoil height about ½ inch (1.25cm) learn how to use your metal detector, how to pinpoint above and parallel to the ground at all times for best a target, and how to recover it.
Bench Tests You should conduct bench tests to become more A target on the borderline between a poor and familiar with the Axiom’s signals and operation using good conductor may fluctuate multiple times between different Modes, Speeds, and Audio Types. Suggested high and low tones to indicate a borderline conductor.
• I will cause no willful damage to property of any Caring for Your Axiom 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.
Troubleshooting SYMPTOM SOLUTION 1. Ensure battery is charged. No power 2. Connect to charger and verify the battery icon is blinking (indicating charge is in progress). 1. Ensure the coil connector is secure and the coil cable is snugly wound around the stem. 2.
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.
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