INSTRUCTION MANUAL The Minelab SD2200v2 MINELAB ELECTRONICS PTY LTD 118 Hayward Avenue, Torrensville, SA 5031, Australia PO Box 537, Torrensville Plaza, SA 5031, Australia Telephone: +618 8238 0888 Facsimile: +618 8238 0890 Email: ho@minelab.com.au MINELAB INTERNATIONAL LTD Laragh, Bandon Co Cork, Ireland Telephone: +353 23 52101 Facsimile: +353 23 52106 Email: minelab@minelab.ie MINELAB USA INC. 871 Grier Dr.
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Page 2 The Minelab SD2200v2 The Minelab SD2200v2 Instruction Manual 1. Contents Page No. 1. Introduction ................................................................................................ 3 2. List of Parts ................................................................................................ 5 3. Unpacking and Assembly .......................................................................... 6 4. Control Box ...............................................................
Page 4 The Minelab SD2200v2 Instruction Manual 2. Page 5 List of Parts The SD2200v2 is packed in a single box containing the detector and an 11 Double D coil. The following parts are included (see figure 1): Part 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. Figure 1 - SD2200v2 Parts List 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25.
Page 6 3. The Minelab SD2200v2 Unpacking and Assembly a) Place the two armrest halves (7) on either side of the shaft assembly (6) and ensure that the bolt holes line up. b) Slide two nylon bolts (8) through the holes and screw nylon wing nuts (9) onto the bolts with a couple of turns. c) Slide the T section on top of the control box (5) into the assembled armrest (7) (with the detector stand at the rear). Tighten the nylon wing nuts (9) by hand.
Page 8 The Minelab SD2200v2 4. Control Box 4.1 Rear Panel Controls 4.1.1 Power Switch The Power switch controls the power supply from the battery to the control box. Always switch the detector Off before connecting or disconnecting the coil or battery, and when not in use. 4.1.2 Channel Switch (Ch1, Ch2, Both) The Channel switch selects the channel used for searching: Ch1, Ch2 or Both.
Page 10 The Minelab SD2200v2 4.2 Front Panel Controls 4.2.1 Ground Balance Mode (Fixed or Tracking) To get the best from your SD2200v2, it is important to know how different ground conditions affect the detecting process. Ground contains not only sand, but also many different chemicals, minerals and salts. These extra components are referred to as ground mineralisation. This ground mineralisation will often produce a sound from the detector, known as ground noise.
Page 12 5. The Minelab SD2200v2 Operation These instructions can be followed by operators who are familiar with the workings and general terminology of detectors. However, Minelab recommends that as the SD2200v2 has new features and some of the functions can differ from similar functions of other detectors, all operators should read the Operating Instructions in section 5.2. 5.1 Quick Start Instructions a) Switch the Power switch to On.
Page 14 5.2.4 The Minelab SD2200v2 Set the Tone Control Carefully adjust the Tone control until the threshold sound is at a comfortable pitch for your hearing. Note that interpretation of the detection signals involves understanding the difference between the rising and falling pitch of the threshold. Again, we suggest you take time to experiment with known targets. Generally, setting the Tone control at a high pitch is more fatiguing but better for identifying the faintest signals. 5.2.
Page 16 5.2.8 The Minelab SD2200v2 Ground Balancing Automatic ground balance is active whenever the detector is set in the Tracking mode. In this mode, the detector continuously measures the effect of ground mineralisation and automatically adjusts the ground balance to compensate. Introduction The SD2200v2 can be operated with automatic ground balance (Tracking mode) or with the ground balance fixed (Fixed mode).
Page 18 The Minelab SD2200v2 Instruction Manual Page 19 Iron Discrimination Switch The main means of iron discrimination of the SD2200v2 is the blanking (silencing) of the threshold which occurs when the detector determines a target is of ferrous metal (magnetic). This form of iron discrimination operates when the Iron Discrimination switch is in the Disc position and the detector is fitted with the supplied 11 Double D wound coil.
Page 20 The Minelab SD2200v2 Instruction Manual Page 21 If a target signal is too weak for the detector to discriminate when it is set in one of the discriminating modes, it will revert to the All Metal mode. As soon as the signals become strong enough, the detector will resume discrimination. It is not advisable to pinpoint in the Disc + ID mode because the duration of the signal is too long (too broad a signal). Pinpointing is best performed in the All Metal mode.
Page 22 The Minelab SD2200v2 5.2.10 Level Adjust Control There is usually some overlap between signals from useful targets and some types of iron junk.
Page 24 The Minelab SD2200v2 CAUTION DO NOT leave the mains charger on for extended periods as reduced battery life can result 6.2.3 · · · · Vehicle battery charger The car charger supplied with the SD2200v2 will charge the detector battery from the cigarette lighter socket of your motor vehicle. Plug the charger into the cigarette lighter socket and turn the ignition switch to Accessories. This supplies 12 volt power to the cigarette lighter socket.
Page 26 The Minelab SD2200v2 Each sweep should overlap the area covered by the previous sweep. This will ensure a full coverage of the searched area. Be aware of the search pattern of the coil and overlap your sweeps to take this into account . 7.2 Prospecting Tips The SD2200v2 has superior ground balancing features and it is possible to find quite large objects near the surface in well-worked areas simply because other detectors have been unable to cope with the high degree of mineralisation.
Page 28 7.5 The Minelab SD2200v2 Pinpointing Instruction Manual 7.6 Page 29 Digging the Target In order to save time in the recovery of an object and to reduce the size of the hole required to extract it from the ground, it is necessary to pinpoint the exact location of the object. The technique described here will be particularly useful with the Double D coil, but will also work with a Monoloop coil.
Page 30 7.6.1 The Minelab SD2200v2 Digging Deep Targets The SD2200v2 has unparalleled depth capabilities which will surprise experienced and new prospectors alike. If the target appears to be buried deeply, it will help to use the following technique: · Use the cross-sweeping method to locate the target as accurately as you can. Scrape a hole about 100mm deep and large enough to take the coil. Keep testing the target location as you dig deeper and deeper.
Page 32 9. The Minelab SD2200v2 Troubleshooting Use the following table to check for problems which you can diagnose: Instruction Manual 10. Specification Note: In the interest of product improvement, Minelab reserves the right to make changes to this specification without notice. Length Weight Configuration Transmission Ground Rejection Search Mode Controls Audio O/P Batteries If you need to return your detector to Minelab for service, please supply as many details as possible about the fault.
Page 34 11. The Minelab SD2200v2 Warranty Instruction Manual 12. Page 35 Accessories There is a two-year parts and labour warranty on the SD2200v2 control box. Refer to your Product Warranty card for details. Search coils are warranted for one year against malfunction. In all instances, refer to your supplier or Minelab for service, either in or out of warranty. Note: This warranty is not transferable or valid unless the enclosed warranty registration card is returned to Minelab Electronics Pty.
Page 36 The Minelab SD2200v2 Each Monoloop coil consists of only one coil of wire and gives a detection pattern similar to a concentric coil. Each Double D coil contains two D-shaped coils of wire, which overlap and produce a blade like detection pattern (see Figure 11).
Page 38 The Minelab SD2200v2 Working for a Cleaner, Greener Future Disclaimer: For Consumers within the European Union: Do not dispose of this equipment in general household waste. The crossed out wheeled bin indicated on this equipment is an indicator that this unit should not be disposed of in general household waste, but recycled in compliance with local government regulations or environmental requirements.
Page 40 The Minelab SD2200v2 Minelab Service Repair Form Todays Date:.................................................... Detector Model: ....................................... Serial No.: .............................. Purchased From: .................................................................................... Purchase Date: ................................................ Part(s) Supplied for Service: ................................................................... .........................
