Pioneer 101 - Manual (Page 13)

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METAL DETECTING APPLICATIONS
COINSHOOTING
The most popular application for metal detectors
CONTROL SETTINGS REQUIRED:
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1 Toggle switch to the left (disc. mode).
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2 Discriminate knob at 3:00 (3/4 turn).
Only silver, copper and brass will be detected. Gold items will be
eliminated. Different denominations of coins will induce different
sounds.
RELIC HUNTING
A relic is a historical object, sometimes of great value. The most effective
method for locating relics is to first conduct historical research. Visit your local
library to learn of historical events having occurred in your area. You can then
target your search to a specific area and gain valuable insight into your local
history.
CONTROL SETTINGS REQUIRED:
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1 Toggle switch in center position.
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2 Discriminate knob is in OFF position.
CACHE HUNTING
A cache, pronounced “cash”, is a buried or hidden valuable stored
inside a case, can, strong box, or a bag. A cache could be the loot
from a bank robbery or just someone’s life savings. A cache is often
hidden in the floor or walls of an old house, or is buried nearby. Also
search old camp sites.
CONTROL SETTINGS REQUIRED:
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1 Toggle switch in center position.
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2 Discriminate knob is in OFF position.
JEWELRY HUNTING
Jewelry can be found wherever people congregate. Beaches, parks,
school yards and fair grounds are all littered with lost jewelry.
CONTROL SETTINGS REQUIRED:
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1 Toggle switch in RIGHT position (tone mode).
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2 Discriminate knob at half way, 12:00 position.
You should dig only the lower and high tones. Broken tones indicate