OWNER’S MANUAL The Camo-LS is a professional metal detector. The concepts and terminology can be quite unfamiliar if you are new to the hobby. To understand it quickly and to get the most enjoyment possible from your detector, we strongly recommend that you: 1) Turn the Sensitivity knob to a low setting if you get false signals. A little practice is required to understand when and how you can use the sensitivity at or near 100%. 2) Do not use indoors. This detector is for outdoor use only.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TERMINOLOGY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 BATTERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 QUICK-START DEMO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 BASIC OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8, 9 GROUND BALANCING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 SUMMARY OF OPERATING MODES . . . . . . . . .
TERMINOLOGY ELIMINATION Reference to a metal being "eliminated" means that the detector will not emit a tone, nor light up an LCD indicator, when a specified object passes through the coil’s detection field. DISCRIMINATION When the detector emits different tones for different types of metals, and when the detector "eliminates" certain metals, we refer to this as the detector "discriminating" among different types of metals. Discrimination is a fixed-start-point elimination system.
EASY ASSEMBLY Assembling your Camo-LS Metal Detector is easy and requires no tools. Just follow these steps: Knurled Knob Bolt 1 Using the supplied bolt and knurled ● knob, attach the search coil to the lower stem. 2 Press the button on the upper end ● of the lower stem and slide the lower stem into the upper stem. Search Coil Adjust the stem to a length that lets you maintain a comfortable upright posture, with your arm relaxed at your side.
BATTERIES IMPORTANT: Always use ALKALINE batteries for optimal performance. Always remove the batteries for prolonged storage. CHECK THE BATTERIES if your detector exhibits any of the following symptoms: 1 ● 2 ● 3 ● The unit does not turn on. Low speaker volume. Unable to tune detector with the discriminate knob. The Low Battery indicator light will come on and stay on whenever the batteries need replacing. It should flash momentarily when the Power Switch is turned on.
QUICK-START DEMO I. SUPPLIES NEEDED • Nickel • Quarter • Dime • A Nail or other iron object • A Zinc Penny (dated after 1982) II. POSITION THE DETECTOR a. Place the detector on a table, with the search coil hanging over the edge. (or better, have a friend hold the detector, with the coil off the ground) b. Keep the search coil away from walls, floors, and metal objects. c. Remove watches, rings and other jewelry or metal objects from hands and wrists. d.
BASIC OPERATION TURN THE DETECTOR ON Click the left knob to the on position. The detector automatically enters the DISCRIMINATION Mode. PINPOINT Mode To operate in this mode: • Turn the right knob, Disc/Notch, 100% counterclockwise, to the off position. • Press the DISC button. • Reduce the Sensitivity Control to the 2:00 or 3:00 position. • Sweep the coil over the surface of the ground. The detector will emit one of three tones, depending on the type of metal detected.
BASIC OPERATION continued NOTCH Mode To operate in this mode: • Press the NOTCH button. • Use the Disc/Notch Knob to eliminate medium tone trash items from detection, but still retain low and high tone valuables. AUTONOTCH Mode To operate in this mode: • Press the AUTONOTCH button. • Most pull-tabs and medium tone trash items are automatically eliminated. • The Disc/Notch Knob operates as in the NOTCH mode.
BASIC OPERATION continued MANUAL GROUND BALANCING Your Camo-LS Metal Detector has a pre-set ground balance and a manual adjustment knob. When searching in the PINPOINT mode, it is important that the detector be ground balanced to offset the effects of any minerals present in the soil or to balance the effects of salt water when you search near the ocean. This is how you can adjust the ground balance. 1. Turn GB knob 100% clockwise. 2. Hold searchcoil several inches above the ground. 3.
SUMMARY OF OPERATING MODES I. PINPOINT MODE • Deepest Seeking Mode • No motion is required • All metals will be detected • One tone only • Manual Ground Balance: User must first ground balance the detector using the Ground Balance Knob. To Operate: 1) Press Pinpoint button. 2) Balance with GroundBalance button. 3) Press GroundTrac button, and re-tune as necessary.
LCD TARGET DISPLAY -Motion modes only READING THE DISPLAY The LCD Target Display is accurate in the Motion Modes only. The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) shows the PROBABLE identification of the targeted metal, as well as the PROBABLE depth of the target, in inches. Pass the search coil repeatedly over a target, and observe the target readout. The detector will register a repeated, unchanging target identification when a buried target has been located and identified.
BATTERY/ DEPTH INDICATORS & SENSITIVITY ADJUSTMENT BATTERY INDICATOR: SENSITIVITY ADJUSTMENT: The LOW BATT indicator will flash as the unit is powered on. If the indicator comes on and stays on, replace the batteries. The principle use for the SENSITIVITY knob is to eliminate ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI). EMI is both naturally-occurring and man-made. Common sources of EMI are power lines, both suspended and buried, and broadcasting antennas. Machinery, when in operation, can also produce EMI.
AUDIO TARGET ID -Motion modes only In the DISC, NOTCH or AUTONOTCH modes, the detector emits three distinct tones, which classify metal objects into categories IRON & STEEL: In the DISCRIMINATION mode most iron and steel objects will induce a low tone. Highly oxidized iron can induce a high tone, depending on the Disc/Notch control setting. For instance, some rusted bottle caps will induce a high tone and indicate to the right of the LCD target display.
IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES - Motion modes PINPOINTING COIL MOVEMENT Accurate pinpointing takes practice and is best accomplished by “X-ing” the target area. When swinging the coil, be careful to keep it level with the ground about one inch from the surface. Never swing the coil like a pendulum. 1. Once a buried target is indicated by a good tone response, continue sweeping the coil over the target in a narrowing side-to-side pattern. 2. Take visual note of the place on the ground where the “beep” sounds.
IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES - Motion modes After selecting your operating mode, swing the search coil gently side-toside, slightly overlapping each sweep as you move forward. Make sure you keep your search coil approximately 1 inch above the ground as you search. Raising it in the sweep, or at the ends of your sweep, will cause false readings. Move slowly; hurrying will only cause you to miss targets. Most good objects will respond with a good repeatable signal.
IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES - Pinpointing In the No-Motion Pinpoint mode, coil sweep technique is not important. Rather, user retuning is critical. The detector does not automatically adjust to changing ground and environmental conditions; the operator is required to make the adjustment. If the detector sounds a constant tone over all areas of the ground, retune the detector by pressing the GroundTrac button. RETUNING Keep the coil still, just above the ground surface, and press the GroundTrac button.
IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES - Pinpointing Detection Field The Pinpointing Mode’s detection field depends on the size of the target. Large Objects After detecting a target, lift the coil off the ground to a distance where you hear the faintest tone. Move the coil over the ground at this height. If the tone does not fade, you have detected a large or irregularly shaped object. Outline the object with slow coil movements.
ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE MAXIMIZE YOUR METAL DETECTING EXPERIENCE WITH THESE BOUNTY HUNTER ACCESSORIES 4 INCH COIL Great for searching in trashy areas with its smaller target area. Also perfect for gold prospecting and fitting into tight spaces. 10 INCH COIL For maximum depth detection. HEADPHONES Increase battery life and find more deeply buried objects, evidenced by faint signals sometimes undetected with the standard speaker. CARRY BAG Custom-sized to carry your detector.
TROUBLE SHOOTING SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION Detector chatters or beeps erratically • Using detector indoors • Using detector near power lines • Using 2 detectors in close proximity • Highly oxidized buried object • Environmental electromagnetic interference • Use detector outdoors only • Move away from power lines • Keep 2 detectors at least 20’ apart • Only dig up repeatable signals • Reduce sensitivity until erratic signals cease Constant low tone or constant repeating tones • Discharged batteries • Wr
TREASURE HUNTER’S CODE OF ETHICS: 1. 2. 3. 4. Respect the rights, property, and privacy of others. Do not enter private property without permission. Do not damage property, buildings, or vegetation. Make yourself aware of federal, state, and local laws which may govern the use of metal detectors in certain areas. 5. Do not damage historical or archeological treasures. 6. If you find something the rightful owner of which can be identified, make the effort to return it. 7.