OWNER’S MANUAL The Sharp Shooter II 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 SUMMARY OF OPERATING MODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 LCD TARGET DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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.
ASSEMBLY Assembling your Sharp Shooter II 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 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 • • • • A Nail A small piece of aluminum foil A large screwdriver or other large iron object A zinc penny (dated after 1982) • Nickel • Dime • Quarter 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.
BASIC OPERATION TURN THE DETECTOR ON Click the left knob to the on position. The detector automatically enters the DISCRIMINATION Mode. MOTION ALL-METAL 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.
SUMMARY OF OPERATING MODES I. NO-MOTION ALL-METAL MODE • Use to pinpont location of objects previously detected in motion modes. • No motion is required • All metals will be detected • One tone only • Manual Ground Balance: User must tune and retune with the GroundTrac button. To Operate: 1) Press All-Metal button. 2) Press GroundTrac button, and re-tune with GroundTrac 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. Pass the search coil repeatedly over a target, and observe the target readout. The detector will register a repeating, unchanging target identification when a buried target has been located and identified.
LCD TARGET DISPLAY -Motion modes only 1982) will register here. Many nonU.S. coins of recent vintage will also register here. 10¢: Dimes and pre-1982 pennies will register here. Older, pre-1982, pennies are composed of copper, which has a metallic signature similar to a dime. Caution: The target indications are visual references. Many other types of metal can fall under any one of these categories. You will experience a trash-to-treasure ratio when treasure hunting.
INDICATORS & SENSITIVITY ADJUSTMENT BATTERY INDICATOR: The LOW BATT indicator will flash as the unit is powered on. If the indicator comes on and stays on, replace the batteries. MODE INDICATOR: Choose from one of the four operating modes by pressing the touch pad. An arrow will indicate the current operating mode. Change to any mode at any time by pressing the corresponding touchpad Note: The GroundTrac touchpad is used only to ground balance the detector when operating in the ALL-METAL mode.
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. Very large iron objects (like manhole covers) induce high tones. GOLD: Gold objects will induce a low or medium tone, depending on their sizes. Very small gold objects will indicate on the left-most segment.
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, careful to keep it level with ground about 1/2 inch from surface. Never swing the coil 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. 3.
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 1/2 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 cause you to miss targets. Most good objects will respond with a good repeatable signal.
IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES - No-motion mode In the No-Motion All-Metal 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. This action will “Ground Balance” the detector.
METAL DETECTING APPLICATIONS COINSHOOTING: The most popular metal detecting application. When coinshooting, you want to discriminate out pull tabs, screw caps, and iron objects. Be aware that large iron objects may still be detected in Discrimination Mode. Control settings required. 1) Press DISC/ALL METAL touch pad. 2) Turn the Disc/Notch Knob to the 3:00 position. RELIC HUNTING: A relic is a historical object, sometimes of great value.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION Detector chatters • Using detector • Use detector or beeps erratically indoors outdoors only • Using detector near • Move away power lines from power lines • Using 2 detectors in • Keep 2 detectors close proximity at least 30’ apart • Environmental electromagnetic interference • Reduce sensitivity until erratic signals cease Constant low tone • Discharged batteries • Replace batteries or constant repeating tones • Wrong type of • Use only 9V
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Sharp Shooter II Metal Detector is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your metal detector so you can enjoy it for years to come. Keep the detector’s chassis dry and do not let water enter it. If the chassis gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids might contain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits.
TREASURE HUNTER’S CODE OF ETHICS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Respect the rights and property of others. Observe all laws, whether national, state or local. Never destroy historical or archaeological treasures. Leave the land and vegetation as it was. Fill in your holes. All treasure hunters may be judged by the example you set. Always obtain permission before searching any site. Be extremely careful while probing, picking up, or discarding trash items.
