CS8SST OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CS 8 SST - RAPID GET YOU GOING INSTRUCTIONS SET-UP Assemble and adjust for length (Twist surplus lead around stem).
Insert batteries. Set the controls on the front panel as follows: • NOTCH (SELECT) Fully anti-clockwise • NOTCH (WIDTH) Fully anti-clockwise • DISC 9 o'clock • POWER 3 o'clock. (This switches the unit on. The right hand LED on the front panel will illuminate for about one second indicating charged batteries.) SEARCHING Keep the search head at a constant height, i.e. do not allow the head to swing higher above the ground at the right and left edges of your swing.
CS 8SST A B A B C D E F G Battery Compartment Upper Stem & Handle Grips Din Plug & Socket Stem Connecting Nut Cable Lower Stem Search Head & Fastener C D E F G 4
FEATURES • • • • • • • • • • • • Computerised control system SST intelligent ground tracking Smart Scan panel array High speed target analyser Target Pin-point Depth reading Overdrive large target indication Anti dust & moisture features Comfortable balance 8 inch diameter, lightweight search head 12.5KHz operating Frequency Headphone jack SmartScan system: Analysis and adjustment occurs hundreds of times per second assuring optimum performance under any ground conditions.
BATTERIES The CS8SST is powered by eight AA batteries (not supplied) available from garages, department stores, etc. or a single 12v rechargeable pack from C-Scope. It is advisable to use standard alkaline batteries to start with. You can then evaluate the sort of use you give the detector and decide whether the investment in rechargeables is justified. Battery Compartment The batteries should be fitted in the holder which is located in the battery CHARGER HEADPHONE compartment.
1) Deactivate the SST Scan feature 2)Use headphones The CS 8 SST has a built in battery monitoring system. This functions continuously during normal operation. As long as the batteries have sufficient voltage to operate the instrument will give no indication. However, when the voltage drops low enough to cause erratic or unpredictable operation, the led bar graph will go blank. At that point there will be no ID or SST Scan (see later). The audio will function but may not be reliable.
THE FEATURES IN DETAIL • • • • • • • LED Bar Graph Power/Sensitivity Discriminate Pinpoint button Notch Select Notch Width SST Scan The LED bar graph provides target identification, depth (in inches) and indicates that the ground Scan is activated. The Power/Sensitivity control turns the unit on and sets the level of sensitivity. When searching adjust the knob clockwise until the LEDs begin to lock on as though it something was detected, then back off slightly until the LEDs go out.
power on or the detector will not function correctly. If a problem is encountered turn the detector off to reset the microprocessor. When you first begin using the CS 8 SST it is suggested that you set the Discriminate control, Notch Select and Notch Width fully counter-clockwise. This turns the notch facility off. To set the Notch Select, the Discriminate control must be at a lower setting than the Notch Select control (set the Discriminate control to 9 o’ clock initially).
where items fall out on the control iron will be rejected at about the 8 or 9 o’clock setting. Most pull-tabs will fall out at around the 2 or 3 o’clock position and screw caps are eliminated at the fully clockwise position. NOTCH SELECT & NOTCH WIDTH Note: The notch function is disabled when the Discriminate Control is fully anti clockwise, or the Notch Controls are fully anti clockwise. The notch feature is capable of notching in or out the target.
GENERAL HINTS Pin-Pointing When pinpointing it is important that the search head is held still while pushing in and holding the detune button. Hold the search head close but not directly over the suspected centre and while keeping the search head stationary, depress the button. Now, sweep towards the centre of the target. Repeat this procedure until the response is a short audio blip and that will be the centre of the target.
Detection Range Your CS8SST is a top performance detector but adverse soil conditions can significantly reduce the depth of detection. Detection ranges will vary depending on the size of the object, the length of time an object has been buried, and the type of ground the object is buried in.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES from C-Scope Headphones: Headphones not only extend battery life but improve sensitivity by cutting extraneous noise. The headphones should be fitted with a standard stereo 1/4 inch (6.35 mm) jack plug. The headphone socket is located under the protective cap in the battery housing. Rechargeable battery pack: A shrink wrapped pack of 8 rechargeable Nickel Cadmium batteries to replace the standard batteries and holder.
THE IMPORTANCE OF THE RIGHT APPROACH Treasure hunting can be a profitable and rewarding hobby, if approached in a patient and diligent manner. Time spent researching to locate a worthwhile site for a search can be time wasted if your search is hasty and erratic. To achieve maximum results it is important then, to decide on your approach to any particular site in advance of the actual search.
It is also important to keep the detector head as close to the ground as possible. Ideally, you should 'iron' the ground with the search head of the detector, so that you do not lose any detection range. Similarly, if you work slowly and carefully you should be able to distinguish the faint signals as well as the clear-cut signals and further increase your finds. The technique of getting the best out of your detector is not learnt overnight.
CODE OF CONDUCT 1. Do not trespass. Ask permission before venturing on to any private land. 2. Respect the Country Code. Do not leave gates open when crossing fields, and do not damage crops or frighten animals. 3. Do not leave a mess. It is simple to extract a coin or other small objects buried a few inches under the ground without digging a great hole.
TROUBLESHOOTING (a) Check the condition of batteries under load using the LEDs. (See Battery Check Procedure). (b) Check that the search head is properly attached to the control box via the search head cable connector. (c) Interchange batteries and ensure connections are correct and secure. Battery life can vary tremendously between makes, therefore your 'new' batteries may already be insufficiently powerful to run the detector.
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