OWNER’S MANUAL Use 9-Volt ALKALINE batteries. Do not use “Heavy Duty” batteries. Do not use ordinary “Zinc Carbon” batteries.
Congratulations! Congratulations on the purchase of your new Teknetics® DigiTek Metal Detector. The DigiTek is the result of nine years of software engineering and features the latest advancements in lightweight design, target accuracy and deep-penetrating detection technology. The DigiTek can be used with its default turn-on-and-go settings, or it can be programmed to your specific treasure hunting goals and objectives or desired settings.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Establishing Correct Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Batteries (use alkaline batteries) . . .
TERMINOLOGY The following terms are used throughout the manual, and are standard terminology among detectorists. A relic is an object of interest by reason of its age or its association with the past. Many relics are made of iron, but can also be made of bronze or precious metals. RELIC Iron is a common, low-grade metal that is an undesirable target in certain metal detecting applications. Examples of undesirable iron objects are old cans, pipes, bolts and nails.
CONTENTS OF BOX The following detector components are in the box: 1. S-ROD with Control Housing, Armrest and Locking Collar 2. Lower Stem 3. Searchcoil 4. Bolt & Knurled Knob 5.
ASSEMBLING THE DETECTOR Hold S-ROD upright. Loosen LOCKING COLLAR on S-ROD; rotate counterclockwise. Insert LOWER STEM into S-ROD with the Armrest SILVER BUTTON pointed upward. Rotate the LOWER STEM until the SILVER BUTTON locates and clicks into a hole.
ESTABLISHING CORRECT LENGTH Place detector in user’s hand, with arm extended. Adjust tube length so searchcoil rests on the ground, close to the user’s feet. Twist the LOCKING COLLAR fully in the clockwise direction until stems are locked securely together.
BATTERIES The detector requires a single 9-volt ALKALINE battery (battery not included). Do not use ordinary “Zinc Carbon” batteries. Do not use “Heavy Duty” batteries. Rechargeable batteries can also be used. If you use rechargeables, we recommend using a “Nickel Metal Hydride” rechargeable battery. The battery compartment is located on the back side of the Control Housing. Slide the battery door to the side to remove. Insert battery. Close battery door.
QUICK-START DEMONSTRATION I. Supplies Needed: a Nail (made of iron) a U.S. Nickel a U.S. Dime a U.S. Quarter (or silver coin) a Gold Ring a U.S. Penny, dated after 1982 (post-1982 pennies are made of Zinc) (Most newer non-U.S. coinage also contains mostly Zinc) II. Position the Detector: a. Place the detector on a table with the searchcoil hanging over the edge. Or better, have a friend hold the detector with the searchcoil off the ground. b. Keep the searchcoil away from walls, floors and metal objects.
THE BASICS OF METAL DETECTING This metal detector is intended for locating buried metal objects. When searching for metals, underground or on the surface, you have the following challenges and objectives: 1. Ignoring signals caused by ground minerals. 2. Ignoring signals caused by metal objects that you do not want to find, like nails. 3. Identifying a buried metal object before you dig it up. 4. Estimating the size and depth of objects, to facilitate digging them up. 5.
THE BASICS OF METAL DETECTING The searchcoil produces a magnetic field and then detects changes in that magnetic field caused by the presence of metal objects. This magnetic field that the detector creates is also susceptible to the electromagnetic energy produced by other electronic devices.
THE DISPLAY Target Conductivity Arc (Metal objects are classified by electrical conductivity, the highest to the right) Target Category Icons Target Depth Indicator Menu Battery Level Indicator Target-ID Coin-sized objects will be detected up to 9” deep. The 3-segment graphic indicator is calibrated to coin-sized objects.
MENU The Menu is located on the left side of the screen. During normal operation the Menu is inactive and faded. Press the MENU button to cycle through the Menu. Each press of the Menu button moves to the next Menu item. • Use and to select a Menu option. The option selected is marked by “ ”. Once a menu option is selected, the setting can be changed using and . Here is a description of the Menu options: Adjust the sensitivity from 1 to 10. The higher the number, the more sensitive the detector.
MENU The NOTCH control is similar to Discrimination in that it allows you to accept or reject different types of metals. While DISC works left to right, the NOTCH control allows you to accept or reject individual categories. NOTCH Categories eligible for NOTCH are FOIL , 5¢, ALUM, Zn . Press to program the NOTCH feature. Each press of cycles to a new category and that category icon will flash for 3 seconds. Then the category will reverse status.
PINPOINT Press-and-hold to activate the Pinpoint feature. Searchcoil motion is not required; a motionless searchcoil over a metal target will induce sound. Audio is V.C.O. The 2-digit number displayed indicates target depth, in inches. The scale in calibrated to coin-sized objects. After you have identified a target, press-and-hold to identify the target's exact location. This technique can yield more information about the target's shape and size and also find its exact location to facilitate extraction.
TARGET IDENTIFICATION When objects are detected, the detector will emit a sound and a 2-digit Target-ID will appear on the screen. Possible Target-IDs range from 1 to 99. This number represents the electrical conductivity of the target; higher numbers indicate more highly conductive targets. The 2-digit number indicates the Target-ID of the last object detected. This detector has fast target response and is able to detect different objects in very close proximity.
DEPTH AND TARGET DISPLAY Please refer to the display on your detector and reference the TARGET-ID categories below applicable to your model (not all detectors include all of these categories). The display shows the PROBABLE identification of the metal detected, as well its PROBABLE depth. READING THE DISPLAY The detector will register a target identification, upon each sweep of the searchcoil, when a buried target has been located and identified.
USING THE DETECTOR Sweep the detector sideto-side over the ground. Keep the searchcoil parallel to the ground as you sweep; do not lift the searchcoil at the ends of your sweeps. Sweep Method Searchcoil motion is required for target detection (except when using Pinpoint). CORRECT WRONG HEADPHONE JACK This detector has a 1/4” headphone jack. It works with any stereo headphone that has a 1/4” plug. When the headphone jack is connected, speaker volume is disabled.
CHARACTERISTICS & LIMITATIONS 1. This detector comes with a waterproof searchcoil. The searchcoil can be completely submerged into water. The control housing is not waterproof and cannot be submerged in water. To use the detector in inclement weather, consider purchasing the optional detector cover. 2. BURIED UTILITY LINES. This hobby metal detector is not designed to locate buried pipes or cables. First Texas Products manufactures a complete line of pipe and cable locators for this application.
SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Detector chatters, beeps erratically or has low sensitivity CAUSE • Using detector indoors • Using detector near power lines • Using 2 detectors in close proximity SOLUTION • Environmental electromagnetic interference • Use detector outdoors only • Move away from power lines • Keep 2 detectors at least 6 meters (20’) apart • Reduce sensitivity until erratic signals cease • Discharged battery • Wrong type of battery • Replace battery • Use alkaline batteries Do not mix
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. • Appreciate and protect our inheritance of natural resources, wildlife and private property.
5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Register your warranty on-line for a chance to win a FREE DETECTOR. For details, visit www.tekneticst2.com This metal detector is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for five years from the date of purchase to the original owner. Damage due to neglect, accidental damage or misuse of this product is not covered under this warranty. Decisions regarding abuse or misuse of the detector are made solely at the discretion of the manufacturer.
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ACCESSORIES Teknetics® Padded Carrying Bag. Made of rugged double-stitched nylon construction. Includes outside zip-pocket for extra accessories. – CBAG-T Teknetics® Camouflage Backpack -TKCBACKPACK Teknetics® Camo Pouch Camo pouch with two inside pockets, belt included. – PCH-T Stereo Headphones True Stereo, compatible with all Teknetics® detectors, 1/4” jack with 1/8” adapter, dual volume, coiled cable – HEADT Pinpointer Pinpoint exact location of target with audio and vibration indication.
