Carrett AT Gold - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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Aaron ChavezJul 27, 2025
Why does my Carrett Metal Detector make erratic sounds?
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  Gary SanchezJul 27, 2025
  Erratic sounds or target ID cursor movement in your Carrett Metal Detector can be caused by electrical interference, excessive metal, nearby metal detectors, or metal structures. Try these steps: 1. Make sure the searchcoil is securely connected and the coil cable is properly wound around the stem. 2. If indoors, be aware of electrical interference and metal in floors and walls. 3. Check for nearby metal detectors or structures like power lines or fences. 4. Adjust the frequency. 5. Reduce the sensitivity setting.
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Matthew PhelpsAug 1, 2025
What to do if Target ID Cursor bounces on Carrett Metal Detector?
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  Kendra CarterAug 1, 2025
  If the Target ID Cursor bounces on your Carrett Metal Detector, it could be due to an iron target, a non-parallel good target (like a coin), or junk targets near a good target. Try scanning from different directions until the Target ID Cursor becomes more stable. You may also use the Iron Audio feature to help identify iron targets.
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Jacob HayesAug 7, 2025
How to fix Carrett Metal Detector with no power?
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  Lisa SalazarAug 7, 2025
  If your Carrett Metal Detector has no power, ensure the batteries are installed correctly and replace old batteries with new ones.
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Gregory NguyenAug 13, 2025
What causes intermittent signals on Carrett Metal Detector?
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  watsonphyllisAug 13, 2025
  Intermittent signals on your Carrett Metal Detector can occur when you find a deeply buried target or one at a difficult angle. Scan from different directions to help define the signal. Also, iron targets may cause intermittent signals; use the Iron Audio feature to help identify them.
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Colin OrtizAug 19, 2025
Why I'm not finding specific targets with Carrett Metal Detector?
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  Jessica WilliamsAug 19, 2025
  If you are not finding specific targets with your Carrett Metal Detector, make sure you are using the correct mode for your type of hunting. If you're hunting for U.S. coins, DISC 2 mode is the best choice for eliminating undesirable targets. The ALL METAL or DISC 1 modes will detect all metal targets.

Summary

AT GOLD CONTROL PANEL

QUICK START GUIDE

Step-by-step instructions for initial setup and first use.

ASSEMBLY

POWERING ON

TARGET INFORMATION

DIGITAL TARGET ID

Explanation of the digital display for target identification and its precision.

SENSITIVITY

GROUND BALANCE

Adjustable Ground Balance Window

THRESHOLD ADJUSTMENT

SEARCH MODES OVERVIEW

Introduction to the detector's different search modes.

ALL METAL MODE

DISCRIMINATION MODES

DISC 1 Mode (Zero Discrimination Pattern)

Explanation of the DISC 1 mode for general searching.

DISC 2 Mode (U.S. Coins Discrimination Pattern)

IRON DISCRIMINATION

IRON AUDIO

SWEEPING THE SEARCHCOIL

PINPOINTING

Narrowing the Detection Area

Alternative Pinpointing Techniques

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

CAUTIONS

WARRANTY & SERVICE

Carrett AT Gold Specifications

General

Frequency	18 kHz
Sensitivity	Adjustable
Pinpoint Mode	Yes
Warranty	2 years limited
Audio Tone ID	3 Tones
Frequency Shift	Yes
Type	VLF
Battery	4 x AA
Waterproof	Search coil submersible
Discrimination	Yes
Target ID	Yes, 0-99 Target ID
Ground Balance	Automatic and Manual
Search Modes	Discrimination
Audio Output	Speaker
Headphone Jack	1/4" (6.35mm)
Iron Discrimination	Yes