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Precious Metal
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MODEL #2701

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  • Page 1 ERIFIER Precious Metal MANUAL MODEL #2701...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Caution ..........................3 PMV PRO Diagram ......................4 PMV PRO Functions ......................5 Power On and Calibrate ....................6 Setup ............................7 Metal Selection ........................8 Weight Entry ........................9 Measurement Screen ....................10 Measurement Interpretation ..................11 Dimension Verification ....................12 Wand Use ...........................14 PC Interface ........................15 External Bridge Use ......................16 Thickness Calibration ....................18 Coin Reference and Testing Guide ................20 Common Questions .......................40...

  • Page 3: Caution

    DO NOT remove the plastic cover from the display. Sigma Metalytics, LLC makes no claim, warranty, guarantee, or promise, express or implied, that measurements made by the Precious Metal Verifier PRO indicate that any sample is or is not genuine. Measurement results, whether within or without the bounds consistent with the selected metal or alloy, are INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY and any judgment about or action taken with regard to any sample is entirely the responsibility of the user.

  • Page 4: Device Diagram

    Device Diagram Large Onboard Sensor Small Onboard Sensor External Bridge Connector Port Wand Connector Port Dimension Verification Cal. Disk Storage Area Display USB C Cable Port Menu Keys Keypad Power Button...

  • Page 5: Pmv Pro Functions

    PMV PRO Functions The PMV PRO uses up to four different measurements to determine if a coin or bar is consistent with genuine precious metals. The four measurements are: 1. Basic Verification Mode: The PMV PRO measures the sample’s resistivity just under the surface of the metal.

  • Page 6: Power On And Calibrate

    Power On and Calibrate Power on your PMV PRO by pressing the POWER button. The device will display the serial number, firmware version, FPGA version, and database version. The device needs to be calibrated each time it is turned on. This calibration checks the internal components and prepares the device for use. Press the CAL button to calibrate.

  • Page 7: Setup

    Setup You may change some settings in the SETUP screen. To access the SETUP screen, press the RIGHT button on the READY screen. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the category, and use the RIGHT and LEFT buttons to change the selection within a category. Press the ENTER button when done to exit the SETUP screen.

  • Page 8: Metal Selection

    Metal Selection Prior to taking a measurement, you must select the appropriate metal or alloy from the metal selection database. Press the METAL button open the selection menu. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to navigate between metal categories, and use the UP and DOWN buttons to select a specific metal within a category.

  • Page 9: Weight Entry

    Weight Entry To enter the weight of a sample, press the WEIGHT button. You can either select from the options listed in the English Units (Ozt) and Metric Units (grams) categories, or you can manually enter a weight on your own. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to navigate between categories, and use the UP and DOWN buttons to select options within a category.

  • Page 10: Measurement Screen

    Measurement Screen The MEASUREMENT screen will display when taking a reading. Below is a basic explanation of each part of the screen. The screen will not display the diameter, thickness, or weight if weight mode is turned off. When using a Wand attachment, only the Basic Verification Mode bar will display. Sample consistent with selected metal Selected Metal...

  • Page 11: Measurement Interpretation

    Measurement Interpretation The device is getting a reliable reading The device is getting a reliable reading The device is getting a reliable reading Reliable Reading, Good Sample Reliable Reading, Bad Surface Reliable Reading, Bad Interior and the reading is consistent with the but the Basic Verification Mode indicates but the Thru Verification Mode selected metal.

  • Page 12: Dimension Verification

    Dimension Verification To verify the dimensions of a sample, the correct metal must be selected and the correct weight must be entered. To verify the dimensions of a sample, press the MEASURE button while the device is reading the sample. Select the shape of the sample using the UP and DOWN buttons. Once the DIMENSION screen appears, you may move the sample away from the sensor.
  • Page 13 Dimension Verification Diagram Rectangular Sample Round Sample...

  • Page 14: Wand Use

    Wand Use Wands are optional attachments for the PMV PRO. To use a Wand attachment, plug the Wand into the Wand Connector on the right-hand side of the device. When you plug in the Wand, the device will ask for calibration. Remove all samples from the device and ensure the Wand is at least one inch away from any metal, then press the CAL button.

  • Page 15: Pc Interface

    PC Interface The PMV PRO is capable of using a Windows PC (Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11) as an interface for the device. You must first install the PC Interface program by downloading it from our website (www. sigmametalytics.com/pro-pc) and following the included download and installation instructions. Once the program is successfully downloaded and installed, plug the PRO device into your PC using the included USB cable.

  • Page 16: External Bridge Use

    External Bridge The External Bridge is an optional attachment for the PMV PRO. To use the External Bridge, plug the External Bridge into the External Bridge connector on the right-hand side of the device. When you plug in the External Bridge, the device will ask for calibration. Remove all samples from the device and External Bridge, and ensure the External Bridge’s plunger is in the up position.
  • Page 17 Plunger External Bridge Dimension Verification The External Bridge can provide dimension verification, similar to the onboard sensors. Please refer to Page 12 for a basic overview. When verifying dimensions with the External Bridge, enter the measured weight, then, press the MEASURE button while the device is reading the sample.

  • Page 18: Thickness Calibration

    Thickness Calibration In the event that your PRO device’s onboard sensors become miscalibrated, it may be important to re- calibrate the thickness measurement of your device. To do so, first power on the device and remove all samples. Once the device displays the READY screen, press and hold the CAL button for 3 seconds. The THICKNESS CALIBRATION screen will appear.
  • Page 19 Thickness Calibration Press and hold CAL Press ENTER to calibrate for 3 Seconds Place calibration disk under the sensor that needs to be calibrated.

  • Page 20: Coin Reference And Testing Guide

    • Sigma Metalytics recommends to never damage a sample in any way, including opening the case, using acid, sanding, cutting, or drilling. Non-destructive testing is always the best way to assess a sample.
  • Page 21 Coin Reference Contents Mexican Libertad ..........33 Testing Samples ............22 South African Krugerrand .......33 TESTING BASICS PMV Best Practices ..........23 United Kingdom Britannia .......33 Sensor Minimums ...........24 United States Peace Dollar ......34 United States Morgan Dollar ......34 United States 90% Dime .........34 Tips for Testing Gold ..........25 GOLD United States 90% Quarter ......34...

  • Page 22: Testing Samples

    • Some services, like PCGS and NGC, provide high-resolution images of graded coins for comparison. • Use your Sigma Metalytics device to confirm your sample has the correct resistivity. Resistivity • Select the sample’s expected alloy type and test the sample. If it passes, then it’s resistivity is consistent with the genuine alloy.
  • Page 23 PMV Best Practices The Precious Metal Verifier is a technical device which can be tricky to use at first. Be sure to follow the instructions provided in the user guide for the basic use of the device. There are some easy ways to get the most out of your device.
  • Page 24 Sensor Minimums Each sensor on the Precious Metal Verifier has a minimum sample diameter and minimum sample thickness in order to provide an accurate result. Below is the chart for that information. .999+ Gold and Gold Alloys, Platinum, Rhodium Diameter .999+ Silver Sensor Silver Alloy...
  • Page 25 GOLD Tips for Testing Gold • Always test both resistivity and density. If you only test one, counterfeits could slip • Always confirm the device is on the correct setting. Some historic gold coins have been re-minted with different purities over time; make sure the device is on the right one.
  • Page 26 GOLD Weight Weight Thickness Diameter Alloy Sensor Name (ozt) (grams) (mm) (mm) Setting Selection $50 American Gold Buffalo 1.000 31.103 2.95 32.70 L. Onboard $25 American Gold Buffalo 0.500 15.550 2.24 27.00 S. Onboard Gold > .9999+ $10 American Gold Buffalo 0.250 7.776 1.83...
  • Page 27 GOLD Weight Weight Thickness Diameter Alloy Sensor Name (ozt) (grams) (mm) (mm) Setting Selection $100 Australian Kangaroo 1.000 31.103 2.00 37.00 L. Onboard $50 Australian Kangaroo 0.500 15.550 1.60 28.00 S. Onboard $25 Australian Kangaroo 0.250 7.776 1.20 22.00 S. Onboard $10 Australian Kangaroo 0.100 3.110...
  • Page 28 GOLD Weight Weight Thickness Diameter Alloy Sensor Name (ozt) (grams) (mm) (mm) Setting Selection $50 Canadian Maple Leaf 1.000 31.103 2.80 30.00 S. Onboard Gold > .9999+ $25 Canadian Maple Leaf 0.500 15.550 2.23 25.00 S. Onboard Gold > Maple Leaf $10 Canadian Maple Leaf 0.250 7.776...
  • Page 29 GOLD Weight Weight Thickness Diameter Alloy Sensor Name (ozt) (grams) (mm) (mm) Setting Selection 41.00 L 1 oz Credit Suisse Bar 1.000 31.103 1.66 S. Onboard 24.00 W 15.00 L 1 gram Credit Suisse Bar 0.032 1.000 0.41 Small Wand 8.50 W Gold >...
  • Page 30 GOLD Weight Weight Thickness Diameter Alloy Sensor Name (ozt) (grams) (mm) (mm) Setting Selection 41.40 L 1 oz PAMP Suisse Bar 1.000 31.103 1.66 S. Onboard 24.40 W 14.70 L 1 gram PAMP Suisse Bar 0.032 1.000 0.40 Small Wand 8.90 W Gold >...
  • Page 31 GOLD Weight Weight Thickness Diameter Alloy Sensor Name (ozt) (grams) (mm) (mm) Setting Selection 1 oz U.K. Britannia 1.000 31.103 1.80 32.69 L. Onboard Select from: 1/2 oz U.K. Britannia 0.500 15.550 2.08 27.00 S. Onboard Coins > Gold Britannia Select the correct coin 1/4 oz U.K.
  • Page 32 SILVER Tips for Testing Silver • Always test both resistivity and density. If you only test one, counterfeits could slip • If your 90% U.S. silver tests out of the range on its intended era, try testing on the prior era. We believe the mint re-melted some old batches of silver to mint new coins, meaning they have the qualities of older coins.
  • Page 33 SILVER Weight Weight Thickness Diameter Alloy Sensor Name (ozt) (grams) (mm) (mm) Setting Selection American Silver Eagle 1.000 31.103 2.98 40.60 Coins > Silver Eagle L. Onboard Australian Kangaroo 1.000 31.103 3.20 40.60 L. Onboard Austrian Philarhmonic 1.000 31.103 3.20 37.00 Silver >...
  • Page 34 SILVER Weight Weight Thickness Diameter Alloy Sensor Name (ozt) (grams) (mm) (mm) Setting Selection U.S. 1921 - 1935 Peace Dollar 0.859 26.730 2.40 38.10 L. Onboard U.S. 1878 - 1904, 1921 0.859 26.730 2.40 38.10 L. Onboard Morgan Silver Dollar Silver >...
  • Page 35 PLATINUM Tips for Testing Platinum • Always test both resistivity and density. If you only test one, counterfeits could slip • Platinum is dense, so platinum coins and bars are usually quite thin. If you’re having trouble getting a good reading, try placing the calibration disk behind the sample or using a smaller sensor.
  • Page 36 PLATINUM Weight Weight Thickness Diameter Alloy Sensor Name (ozt) (grams) (mm) (mm) Setting Selection American Eagle 1.00 31.103 2.50 32.70 L. Onboard Austrian Philharmonic 1.000 31.103 1.00 37.00 S. Onboard Other > Platinum Canadian Maple Leaf 1.000 31.103 2.62 30.00 S.
  • Page 37 My Collection You may have more sample types than we have listed in this booklet. The following pages give you space to record the specific data for any coins or bars that we don’t have listed. Weight Weight Thickness Diameter Alloy Sensor Name...
  • Page 38 My Collection Weight Weight Thickness Diameter Alloy Sensor Name (ozt) (grams) (mm) (mm) Setting Selection...
  • Page 39 My Collection Weight Weight Thickness Diameter Alloy Sensor Name (ozt) (grams) (mm) (mm) Setting Selection...

  • Page 40: Common Questions

    Common Questions The left side of the reading range indicates less resistivity and the right side indicates more resistivity. If a sample reads to 1. What does a reading to the left versus to the right mean? the left, it means it is less resistive than expected; if a sample reads to the right, it means it is more resistive than expected. Generally, impurities and contaminants cause the readings to push to the right.

  • Page 41: Warranty

    Precious Metal Verifier and its accessories. If purchased through a retailer or distributor, you may be required to provide Sigma Metalytics with your sales receipt from your purchase to qualify for our warranty service.
  • Page 42 ERIFIER Precious Metal MODEL #2701 WARNING: Lithium-ion batteries and products that contain lithium-ion batteries can expose you to chemicals including cobalt lithium nickel oxide, and nickel, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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