Instructions / Assembly

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OWNER’S MANUAL

The

Discovery 1100 is

an easy to use detector.

The most difficult aspects of

metal detecting have been automated.

However, if you are new to the hobby,

we strongly recommend that you:

1) Adjust the Sensitivity to a low setting

in the event of false signals.

Always begin

use at a reduced sensitivity level; increase to full

sensitivity after you have become familiar with the

detector

2) Do not use indoors. This detector is for outdoor use only. Many

household appliances emit electromagnetic energy

, which can

interfere with the detector. If conducting an indoor demonstration,

turn the sensitivity down and keep the searchcoil away from

appliances such as computers, televisions and microwave ovens.

If your detector beeps erratically, turn off appliances and lights

(especially those with dimmer switches).

Also keep the searchcoil away from objects containing metal, such

as floors and walls.

3) Read this manual. Most importantly, review the Quick-Start Demo

(p.7) and Basic Operation (pp. 9-12).

Use 9-volt ALKALINE batteries only. Do not use Heavy Duty

Batteries.

MDISC11 Rev.3 103112

ACCESSORIES

Gold

Prospecting Kits

FOR COMPLETE DETAILS VISIT WWW.DETECTING.COM • 1-800-413-4131

Carry Bag

Rugged double-stitched construction

CBAG2

Pouch & Digger Combo

Pouch with 2 large pockets & 9” heavy duty digging tool. TPKIT-W

Bounty Hunter Stereo Headphones

Use with Bounty Hunter metal detectors. Lightweight and adjustable with

true stereo sound, adjustable volume, 1/8 jack with 1/4 adaptor,

4’ cable.

HEAD-W

Pin Pointer

Pinpoints the exact location of buried metal objects. Audio signal indicator

and vibrator. Runs on 1 – 9-Volt Battery. PIN POINTER-W

Sand Scoop

Large scoop with filtering holes. Made of strong plastic. SAND SCOOPBH

Replacement Search Coil

7” Standard Coil (replacement) - 7COIL-EX

9” Heavy-Duty Digging Tool

Metal blade with comfortable plastic handle and depth gauge TROWEL-2

Digging Tool

Light and practical wide blade digging tool. TROWEL-W

Bounty Hunter Baseball Cap

One size fits all, with Bounty Hunter

logo.

Bounty Hunter T-Shirt

100% cotton with Bounty Hunter

Logo. Sizes – LG, XL & XXL

Summary of content (10 pages)

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ACCESSORIES Carry Bag Rugged double-stitched construction CBAG2 Pouch & Digger Combo Pouch with 2 large pockets & 9” heavy duty digging tool. TPKIT-W Bounty Hunter Stereo Headphones Use with Bounty Hunter metal detectors. Lightweight and adjustable with true stereo sound, adjustable volume, 1/8 jack with 1/4 adaptor, 4’ cable. HEAD-W OWNER’S MANUAL Pin Pointer Pinpoints the exact location of buried metal objects. Audio signal indicator and vibrator. Runs on 1 – 9-Volt Battery.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5 TREASURE HUNTER’S CODE OF ETHICS: • Always check Federal, State, County and local laws before searching. • Respect private property and do not enter private property without the owner’s permission. • Take care to refill all holes and leave no damage. • Remove and dispose of any and all trash and litter found.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TERMINOLOGY TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM CAUSE Detector chatters • Using detector or beeps erratically indoors • Using detector near power lines • Using 2 detectors in close proximity • Highly oxidized buried object • Environmental electromagnetic interference SOLUTION • 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 • Discharged batteries
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ASSEMBLY Assembling your Challenger Metal Detector is easy and requires no tools. Just follow these steps: 1 ● Using the supplied bolt and knurled knob, attach the searchcoil 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. Adjust the stem to a length that lets you maintain a comfortable upright posture, with your arm relaxed at your side. Maintain the searchcoil about 1 inch above the ground as you sweep.
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IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES ASSEMBLY Swing the searchcoil slowly, overlapping each sweep as you move forward. It is important to sweep the coil at a consistent speed over the ground as you search. After identifying a target, your sweep technique can help in identifying both the location and the nature of the target. If you encounter a weak signal, try moving the coil in short, rapid sweeps over the target zone; such a short rapid sweep may provide a more consistent target identification.
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BATTERIES IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES Use ALKALINE batteries only. PINPOINTING COIL MOVEMENT To install the batteries: 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 Remove ● the battery cover by disengaging the clip at the back.
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SENSITIVITY ADJUSTMENT Upon power-up, the detector defaults to 3/4 sensitivity. To increse to full sensitivity, press the Sensitivity ▲ touch pad. ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE The principle use for the Sensitivity Control is to eliminate Electromagnetic Interference (EMI). A hobby metal detector is an extremely sensitive device; the searchcoil creates its own magnetic field and acts like an antenna.
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QUICK-START DEMONSTRATION VI. Press the MODE touchpad again.(*) a. A flashing indicator will point toward IRON. b. The flashing indicator tells us that Iron has been eliminated from detection. VII. Wave the Nail over the Searchcoil a. The Nail will not be detected. b. The Nail has been "Discriminated Out." VIII. Wave the Quarter, Penny, and Pull-Tab over the Searchcoil These non-ferrous objects will be detected with their own distinctive tones. IX. Press the MODE touchpad again.(*) a.
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BASIC OPERATION BASIC OPERATION Discrimination Settings are as follows: Mode Metals Eliminated Status Tones All-Metal None High Iron Discrimination Ferrous only Low Mid-Range Discrimination Pull-tabs, Screw Caps, some Foil, medium Gold, Zinc, Nickels Medium Full Discrimination Ferrous and Mid-Range metals Low & Medium Display (During discrimination selection) No Target Indicators Flashing Iron Indicator Flashing Mid-Range Indicator Flashing Iron and Mid-Range Indicators Flashing POWERI
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BASIC OPERATION The RIGHT SIDE of the display classifies objects into three categories. Silver/Copper: -----------------------------------------Objects composed of silver and cooper will illuminate this arrow. Buried and heavily oxidized metal objects, such as old tin cans, can also fall into this category. Larger aluminum objects, like beverage cans, will sometimes fall into this category. Mid-Range: -----------------------------------------------Mid-range objects cover a large variety of metals.