Minelab E-Trac Manuel d'instructions

Instruction Manual

1617PowerPressing turns E-Trac On/O. Holding for three seconds resets the detector (p. 19) to the Factory Preset settings, prior to startup. Left Sh

1819Turning the Detector OnThe Power button turns the detector On and O. Press the Power button once to turn the detector On. The detector will begin

2021DiscriminationDiscrimination is the detector’s ability to eliminate signals from undesired targets and accept signals from desired targets. E-Trac

2223Introducing the Detection Screens Pattern ScreenThe E-Trac comes pre-programmed with three unique Detection Screens. The selection of the appropri

2425DepthThe Depth Gauge, visible in the Pattern, Digital and QuickMask Screens, indicates the approximate depth of a detected target. The top of the

2627Layout Summary of the Detection ScreensWhen the detector is turned On for the rst time, the Pattern Screen will appear on the LCD and E-Trac is r

2829A Simple Detecting ExerciseDetecting BasicsSweeping the CoilYou will obtain the best performance when the coil is swept close and parallel to the

3031The Target Response is the sound produced by the detector when a target is detected and not ‘rejected’. A highly conductive target (e.g. a large s

3233QuickMask™QuickMask allows you to adjust the level of Ferrous and Conductivity rejection, independent of the Pattern/Digital Smartnd Discrimina

3435Main MenuThe Main Menu provides you with access to all of E-Trac’s functions and settings. By pressing the Menu button at any time the Main Menu w

1Metal detecting is a fascinating and rewarding activity enjoyed by people all over the world. By getting to know your E-Trac you can become one of th

3637Menu StructureDialogue BoxesWhen you perform certain functions with E-Trac a dialogue box may appear asking you to conrm the adjustment you are m

3839If one of the Mode Settings or the Discrimination Pattern is modied, the icon will indicate the User Mode has been modied but not saved.E-T

4041User Modes MenuA User Mode is a collection of preset detector settings and a Discrimination Pattern. E-Trac comes with four Minelab User Modes and

4243Discrimination MenuThe Discrimination Menu allows you to Select, Save, Edit and Combine Discrimination Patterns. To Select a Discrimination Patt

4445Edit ScreenBy selecting the Edit option in the Discrimination Menu, you will enter the Edit Screen. You can use the various functions of the Edit

4647Discrimination Menu Manual ModeManual Mode allows you to manually move the Edit Frame around the Discrimination Pattern. By using the Accept/Reje

4849 Auto Accept ModeWhen a target is detected in Auto Accept Mode, the Discrimination Pattern will be automatically modied to accept the FE-CO coor

5051Discrimination MenuThe Combine Function Combine allows you to merge preset or saved Discrimination Patterns to create a new Discrimination Pattern

5253 CAUTION: Pressing the Menu Button while using Combine will take you back to the Discrimination Menu and all changes made with Combine will be l

5455Sensitivity MenuSensitivity Range: Manual or Auto Factory Preset: AutoE-Trac has three internal signal channels (high, medium and low) used to ide

23ContentsItem Number: 4901 - 0065Revision: 1.3Quick StartHow Metal Detectors WorkThe Technology of E-TracNew FeaturesAssemblyAdjusting the Detector f

5657Audio MenuThe Audio settings control the types and levels of sounds emitted by the detector while detecting and when a target is found. To adjust

58594 Press either the Left or Right Navigation Button to change the Threshold Level5 Press the ‘Detect’ button to exit the Menu and resume detectin

6061Volume Gain Range: 1–30 Factory Preset: 24The Volume Gain controls the amplication of a target’s audio response, relative to the target signal st

6263Audio Menu To change the Response:1 Press the Menu button2 Scroll across to Audio (using the Right or Left Navigation button)3 Scroll down to

6465Audio MenuSounds Range: Conduct or Ferrous Factory Preset: ConductThe Sounds setting allows you to set the detector to emit a distinct audio respo

6667Audio MenuVariability Range: 1–30 Factory Preset: 25Variability controls how much the audio pitch will change depending on target characteristics.

6869Tone ID (cont)Limits Range: 1–30 Factory Preset: 30Limit allows you to adjust the maximum audio pitch of all tones emitted for Tone ID Sounds; Fer

7071Expert MenuThe Expert Menu contains some of E-Trac’s more advanced settings and functions. While the settings and functions within the Expert Menu

7273Expert MenuTrash Density Range: Low or High Factory Preset: LowThe Trash Density setting will enable you to optimise the Discrimination of the det

7475Noise Cancel Range: 1–11 Factory Preset: 6 Manual Noise Cancel The Noise Cancel setting allows you to manually select and listen to each channel f

45Metal detectors create an electromagnetic (EM) eld around the coil, which penetrates the ground. Because metal is conductive it causes a change in

7677Preferences MenuSmall or deep targets may not be detected after sweeping over a target with a large signal. Some time is required to allow the bas

7879Preferences MenuMaster ResetMaster Reset will restore all settings to the Factory Presets and erase all of your User Modes and Discrimination Patt

8081Technical SpecicationsTransmission Full Band Spectrum (FBS). Simultaneous Frequency Transmission ranging from 1.5–100kHzCoil 11” Double DAudio Ou

8283Factory Presets TableAll SettingsSetting Title Range Factory Preset My PreferredUser ModesMinelab Mode – Coins ModeDiscriminationPattern – Coins M

8485E-Trac has a Battery Icon on the LCD that indicates the present charge level, and provides advanced warning of the need to recharge or replace the

8687Treasure LocationsA question most new detectorists ask is, “where do I nd treasure”? There are actually lots of areas in which you can search. It

8889Detector Care and SafetyE-Trac is a high-quality electronic instrument, nely engineered and packaged in a durable housing. Taking proper care of

9091TroubleshootingDetector does not start at all– Check the condition of the batteries and battery connections.– Ensure battery pack is fully inser

92Service and Repair FormOwners NameAddressTelephone Day ( ) Home ( )Fax ( )Email Todays DateDetector / ModelSerial NumberPurchased FromPurc

Minelab Electronics Pty LtdPO Box 537, Torrensville Plaza Adelaide, South Australia, 5031 Australia Tel: +61 (0) 8 8238 0888 Fax: +61 (0) 8 8238 0890

67 Attaching the coil to the Lower Shaft: Note: Before attaching the coil to the Lower Shaft, remove the nut, bolt and washers from the coil.1 Plu

89 Attaching the Lower Shaft to the Upper Shaft:1 Release the Upper Shaft camlock by pulling the lever away from the shaft.2 Feed the coil cable u

1011Adjusting the Detector for Comfortable DetectingFor comfortable detecting it is important to take the time to adjust the detector correctly. Hold

1213 Adjusting the Angle of the Coil:1 Loosen the bolt that connects the Lower Shaft to the Coil. It should be loose enough to allow the Coil to be

1415 Replacing ‘AA’ Batteries:1 Slide the lid of the battery pack in the direction of the arrow to open.2 Place 8 x ‘AA’ cell alkaline batteries in