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or identify targets.
3. PINPOINT/DEPTH READING: A three purpose, spring
loaded push-button. When pushed and held, the
CZ-3D goes into a no-motion, all-metal mode for
precise pinpointing and approximate depth reading
of coin-sized targets. This button is also used in
conjunction with the GROUND control during the
ground balancing procedure.
4. SENSITIVITY/BATT TEST: In the extreme counter-
clockwise position, the battery condition is checked
as indicated by a strong or weak tone and a meter
reading. When rotated clockwise, sensitivity to targets
(as well as ground mineralization and electrical
interference) is increased. When in the AUTOTUNE
mode, this control also acts as a “threshold tone”
control.
5. HEADPHONES: This connector accepts most stereo
headphones.
6. MODE: ENHANCE position for dry land or shallow fresh
water hunting. SALT position for wet-sand ocean
beaches or hunting in shallow surf.
7. VOLUME/OFF: Power on-off and volume control.
Volume is gradually increased from 1 to 5 settings. From
5 to 10, loud target response is held constant while faint
targets continue to get louder (audio boost).
CONTROL PANEL
Figure 3, CONTROL PANEL
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Once you have identied and pinpointed a target, your objective
is to recover it quickly and neatly, leaving virtually no trace of your
excavation. There are almost as many ways to do this, as there
are treasure hunters. Whatever works for you is good enough as
long as you don’t break any laws, damage vegetation, or leave
uncovered holes. Generally speaking, beachcombers do little if any
damage to the environment while recovering targets. However, if
you plan to use your CZ-3D on lawns or in parks, your target recovery
method can be very important. Two of the most successful methods
are illustrated in a separate booklet "Origin of the M-Scope/Target
Recovery" enclosed with your detector .
1. Use headphones. You’ll hear fewer distracting sounds
and more target sounds. And you’ll nd more.
2. It’s always a good idea to walk slowly and overlap your
sweeps. But if you’re searching large expanses of new
territory you may want to walk a little faster and not
overlap your sweeps as much until you start making a
few good nds. Then, slow down, overlap your sweeps
and cover every inch of ground.
3. In trashy areas, to reduce the “masking” effects of
trash on nearby good targets, use a shorter and slower
sweep pattern. Also, the optional smaller 5-inch search
coil will zero in on good targets closer to trash.
4. When in doubt, dig. If your CZ-3D can’t quite decide
whether a target is good or bad, dig it up.
5. Good things often come in twos. Or even threes. Once
you’ve recovered a good target, always recheck
the hole for a second signal and carefully search the
immediate area by walking slowly around the hole
two or three times, overlapping your sweeps in an ever
widening circle. Always dig every suspicious sound in the
vicinity of a good nd.
6. Recheck your hole even if your nd was trash. Good
targets are often found beneath the bad ones.
7. Practice. Practice over known targets. Practice ground
balancing. Practice pinpointing. Reread the appropriate
part of this manual if you’re having problems.
NOTE: Whichever method you choose, remember that responsible
treasure hunters take pride in their ability to leave soil and vegetation
intact and undamaged.
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