Your Detecting Connection User Manual support@xchange2.
4901-0127-1 XChange 2 User Manual ii
Table of Contents Installation ................................................................................................................................. 4 XChange 2 Terms and Conditions ........................................................................................................................4 Setting User Preferences ......................................................................................................... 5 XChange 2 Overview.............................................
Installation Installation To successfully install XChange 2 your computer will require the following operating system: Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7. In order to use all the features of the application you must also have: • A Minelab CTX 3030 detector • USB cable to connect your CTX 3030 • An active minelab.com account • An internet connection To install the XChange 2 application, insert the XChange 2 installation CD into your computer and follow the menu prompts.
Setting User Preferences Setting User Preferences When you install the XChange 2 application you will be required to set your User Preferences. 1. Set options for ‘Time’, ‘Position’ ‘Format’ and ‘Units’. 2. Click on the ‘SAVE’ button to save your preferences. Changes to your User Preferences can be made within XChange 2 using the ‘Settings’ tab.
XChange 2 Overview XChange 2 Overview This section provides an overview of the XChange 2 application and key areas of use. Settings pane Header Your Detection Connection Language pane Version number Collection Controls Item Controls Special Collections User Collections Item Box Log in section Item Summary Item List Detector Items Detector items are elements that can be copied to and from the detector.
XChange 2 Overview Collection Controls The collection controls perform the actions required to use and manipulate the collections. Items in Collection Collection name Create Collection Add a Waypoint Remove Collection Edit Collection User Collections In order to move items into the application you need to create a User Collection. Once created, you may drag items from any collection to any User Collection. You can create as many collections as you wish.
XChange 2 Overview All ‘All’ displays all items in all user collections. This collection is useful if you do not know the location of the items you are seeking. The Search and Sort functions provide filters for viewing collection items (see page 10). File ‘File’ is a collection to which items can be copied and then exported to an alternate file for backup or sharing purposes. A previously saved ‘File’ can also be opened and items viewed and copied to other collections.
XChange 2 Overview Item List The Item List shows a summary of each item in the selected collection. These can be from any collection, including the System Collections. Item Summary The Item Summary contains a summary of the information for the item.
XChange 2 Overview List Summary Sort Items Items can be sorted according to: • Date • Name • Type • Latitude • Distance from the center After a sort option has been selected click on the button next to the drop-down menu to select sort order. Options are ‘ascending’ or ‘descending’. Filter Items (Search Bar) You can filter the list to only show items with specific text in the name or description by entering that text in the filter bar.
Using XChange 2 Using XChange 2 Logging In The application can be used without logging on but mapping features will not be available for use. If you already have a minelab.com account then you should use your existing Username and Password to login to the XChange 2 application. If you do not have a minelab.com account create an account using the link provided or go to http://www.minelab.com/ and follow the instructions to create an account. Enter your ‘minelab.
Using XChange 2 Your Detection Connection Connecting your CTX 3030 Detector Connect your Minelab CTX 3030 detector to your computer using the USB cable provided. Once plugged in, the XChange 2 application will automatic recognize your detector. Once your detector is successfully connected, the detector icon will display within the ‘Special Collections’ section of the XChange 2 application. Clicking on this icon will allow you to view the contents of your detector.
Using XChange 2 Collections Creating a Collection 1. Click the ‘+’ next to Collections on the collection controls. The Collection screen will be displayed. 2. Enter a name and select an image for the collection, and then click SAVE. The newly created collection will appear in User Collections. Editing a Collection 1. Select the collection and click on the Edit Collection button on the List Summary next to the collection name. 2. Change the details of the collection and click SAVE.
Using XChange 2 GeoHunt Creating a GeoHunt GeoHunts are created on the detector and cannot be created by the application. Refer to the CTX 3030 Instruction Manual provided on the CD for instructions on how to create a GeoHunt. Editing a GeoHunt 1. Click on the Edit button in the GeoHunt Item Summary; or Click on the GeoHunt icon on the map and then click on the Edit link on the information box displayed. The GeoHunt editor will appear. 2.
Using XChange 2 WayPoint Creating a WayPoint 1. Click on the button in the Collection Controls; or Drag the WayPoint icon onto the map. If you don’t currently have a user collection selected, you will be asked to select one for the WayPoint. 2. Choose a collection in which to insert the WayPoint and click OK. The WayPoint editor will be displayed. 3. Enter the details for the WayPoint and click SAVE.
Using XChange 2 Editing a WayPoint 1. Click on the Edit button in the WayPoint Item Summary; or Click on the WayPoint icon on the map and then on the Edit link on the information box displayed. The WayPoint editor will be displayed. 2. Edit the WayPoint details to your requirements, add an image if required, and click SAVE.
Using XChange 2 FindPoint FindPoints are created on the detector and cannot be created by the application. Refer to the CTX 3030 Instruction Manual supplied on the CD for details on how to create a FindPoint. Editing a FindPoint 1. Click on the Edit button on the FindPoint Summary; or Click on the FindPoint icon on the map. The FindPoint editor will be displayed. 2. Edit the FindPoint details to your requirements, add an image if required, and click SAVE.
Using XChange 2 Universal Settings Editing a Universal Setting 1. Click on the Edit Item button in the Universal Settings Item Summary. The Universal Settings editor will be displayed. 2. Edit the settings to your requirements and click SAVE.
Using XChange 2 User Mode Creating a User Mode 1. Click on the in the Collection Controls. The User Mode editor will be displayed. 2. Type a name for your mode into the Name field and click SAVE. NOTE: The User Mode MUST be given a name before it can be saved. Editing a User Mode Each User Mode has two Discrimination Patterns and a Tone ID Map. Each of these can be edited by selecting the relevant tab in the User Mode editor. Editing the Discrimination Patterns 1.
Using XChange 2 Editing the Tone ID Profile 1. Select the Tone ID Profile tab to view the current profile. NOTE: The Tone ID Profile is overlaid on the currently active Discrimination Pattern. 2. Select the required Profile Type from the drop-down list and drag the lines to the required position. 3. Change the tone pitch by selecting the required zone and using the slider to select the pitch. A visual indication of the pitch is shown by the level of grey in the active area.
Software Updates Software Updates XChange 2 has an in-built software update feature. Whenever the application is started, it will attempt to connect to the server and check for an update. If an update is found, the application will inform the user as follows: • If the update is important the application presents the user with the following notification: • If an update is available but not essential, the download link is displayed and no other notification is given.
