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TEKNETICS
Comprehensive Operating Manual & Guide to Metal Detecting
Professional Metal Detector
Comprehensive
Operating Manual and
Guide to Metal Detecting
5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
The T
2
metal detector is warranted against defects in materi-
als and workmanship under normal use for five years from the
date of purchase to the original owner.
Damage due to neglect, accidental damage, or misuse of this
product is not covered under this warranty. Decisions regard-
ing abuse or misuse of the detector are made solely at the dis-
cretion of the manufacturer.
Proof of Purchase is required make a claim under this
warranty.
Liability under this Warranty is limited to replacing or repairing,
at our option, the metal detector returned, shipping cost pre-
paid to First Texas Products. Shipping cost to First Texas
Products is the responsibility of the consumer.
To return your detector for service, please first contact First
Texas for a Return Authorization (RA) Number. Reference the
RA number on your package and return the detector within 15
days of calling to:
First Texas Products L.P.
1465-H Henry Brennan Dr.
El Paso, TX 79936
Phone: 1-800-413-4131
Warranty coverage does not include the cost of transporting
the detector back to an owner who is located outside of the
United States of America.
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Summary

PRODUCT FEATURES

QUICK START

ASSEMBLY

MECHANICALS

BATTERIES

Information about AA batteries, alkaline vs. NiMH, life expectancy, and installation.

ARM REST

Details on adjusting arm rest width and position for stability and comfort.

Arm Rest Position on Pole

Instructions on adjusting arm rest forward/backward for arm length.

HEADPHONES (not included)

Details on using headphones, benefits, and safety precautions.

Introduction to the Teknetics T2

HIGH PERFORMANCE

Describes the detector's capabilities for gold prospecting, relic hunting, and coin searching.

USER COMFORT

Highlights the detector's light weight, balance, and ergonomic design.

EASY-TO-USE & INFORMATIVE INTERFACE

Explains the LCD display's information and user interface.

LOW OPERATING COST

Mentions the battery life and low running expenses.

DESIGNED BY EXPERIENCED ENGINEERS

Introduces the engineering team behind the detector's design.

SPECIFICATIONS

CONTROLS

ON-OFF & VOLUME Knob

Describes the function of the power and volume control knob.

MENU Pushbutton

Explains how to navigate menu selections and recall settings.

SETTINGS Knob

Details how to change settings, select modes, and recall adjustments.

TRIGGER SWITCH

Explains its function in detecting objects and activating PinPoint.

THE MENU SYSTEM

GROUND CANCELLATION

What is Ground Cancellation?

Explains the purpose and process of canceling ground signals.

Automatic Ground Cancellation Procedure

Step-by-step guide for automatic ground cancellation using the trigger.

Manual Ground Cancellation

Instructions for manually canceling ground signals for specific conditions.

Positive and Negative Response

Describes how ground cancellation settings affect mineral responses.

ALL METAL MODE

Sensitivity

Controls electronic gain; affects operation in noisy conditions.

Hum Level

Adjusts background hum for detecting weak signals or silent operation.

Manual Ground Cancellation

How to perform manual GC in All Metal mode, carrying over to Disc mode.

DISCRIMINATION MODE

Sensitivity

Controls electronic gain for silent operation.

Discrimination Level

Controls which objects are eliminated from detection.

Number of Tones

Offers different audio methods for target identification.

Continuous Processing

Processes signals continuously for target feel and analysis.

Sampled Processing

Takes a snapshot of the signal for more accurate target identification.

Number of Tones Selections

Details various # OF TONES options (2+, 3, 3b, 4, dP) for audio discrimination.

Visual vs. Audio Response

Compares visual target ID with audible responses.

PinPoint Feature

Ground Pick-Up

Explains ground pick-up and the recommendation for ground canceling first.

How to Pinpoint

Detailed steps for pinpointing target location using the trigger.

Narrow It Down

Technique to further refine the target location.

Controlling Sensitivity in PinPoint mode

How to adjust sensitivity specifically for PinPoint mode.

LCD VISUAL DISPLAY

Numeric Target ID

Table of numeric target IDs for various objects.

Probable Target ID

Explanation of target ID zones and classification arrows.

Target Depth

How the numerical display estimates object depth.

G.C. Phase

Displays ground cancellation setting during manual or auto GC.

Setting Indicator

Indicates when a displayed number is a setting value.

System Messages

Explains messages like OVERLOAD, RAISE COIL, PUMP COIL TO GC, CAN'T GC.

Bar Graphs Fe3 O4

Displays magnetic mineralization factor and its effect on depth.

Battery Condition Indicator

How the battery status is displayed.

Frequency Shifting

Method to change operating frequency to avoid electrical interference.

CAPABILITIES AND LIMITATIONS

Depth Capabilities

Detects coins up to 12-15 inches, large objects deeper.

Target Identification

Identifies objects by conductivity (0-99) based on composition, size, shape.

Motion Requirement & Pinpoint

Coil must be in motion to detect/identify; PinPoint works without motion.

Ground Canceling Importance

Importance of GC for depth in all modes, and for salt water.

Discrimination Function

Ability to ignore specific metal types like iron and aluminum.

Depth Reading Calibration

Estimated depth is calibrated for coin-sized objects.

Air Testing Procedure

How to test or demonstrate the detector without ground use.

Sweep Speed Recommendations

Notes quick response and its benefits for trashy areas and depth.

Target Verification Method

Recommends deliberate sweeps for accurate target IDs.

STEEL BOTTLE CAPS & FLAT IRON TRASH

SEARCH TECHNIQUES

Searchcoil Sweeping

Proper technique for sweeping the searchcoil for detection.

Handling Shallow Targets

How to identify and handle shallow targets.

Handling Large Targets

How to identify and handle large targets causing overload.

Pinpointing Targets with Trigger

Using the trigger switch to pinpoint target location precisely.

Narrowing Down Target Location

Further refinement of target location.

Estimating Target Size, Depth, Shape

Techniques to differentiate objects based on size, depth, and shape.

Estimating Target ID

Understanding variations in target ID for object identification.

False Signals and Chatter Causes

Causes of false signals and how to address them.

Electrical Interference Mitigation

Sources of interference and how to mitigate them.

Nuisance Buried Objects

Dealing with weak signals from trash or buried objects.

Ground Minerals Effects

How conductive minerals affect detection and signals.

Hot Rocks Identification

Identifying and dealing with hot rocks (positive and negative types).

Sensitivity Control Usage

How to adjust sensitivity for different conditions.

Tips on Ground Canceling

Advice on performing ground canceling for optimal results.

Detecting Activities

Prospecting with Geological Knowledge

How to use geological knowledge for gold prospecting.

Cache Hunting Strategies

Strategy and research for finding hidden caches.

Shallow Water Hunting Techniques

Techniques for searching in shallow water and beaches.

Treasure Hunters Code of Ethics

Guidelines for responsible treasure hunting.

How Metal Detectors Work

Explanation of VLF Induction Balance technology.

5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

First Texas Products Teknetics T2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFirst Texas Products
ModelTeknetics T2
CategoryMetal Detector
LanguageEnglish

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