Minelab E-Trac - User Manual

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Questions and Answers

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morenotimothyJul 25, 2025
How to fix a Minelab E-Trac Metal Detector that does not start?
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  Austin CollinsJul 25, 2025
  If your Minelab Metal Detector does not start at all, here are a few things you can check: * Check the condition of the batteries and battery connections. * Ensure the battery pack is fully inserted, and it has clicked into place. * If using alkaline batteries, check whether they have been loaded in the right polarity. * Ensure that you are not holding, or pressing, the Backlight button while pressing the Power button. * Ensure that you allowed longer than 1 second between Power Off and Power On.
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Christopher RoweJul 31, 2025
Why does my Minelab Metal Detector have erratic noises?
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  michellelambertJul 31, 2025
  Erratic noises in your Minelab Metal Detector can occur due to several reasons. Try the following: * Press the Noise Cancel button or manually select a quiet channel. * Reduce the Sensitivity. * Change the orientation of the coil to the vertical plane and rotate to see if there is a position where the noise is loudest. If this is the case, it means that there is a source of interference nearby which must be avoided. * Check the battery charge and battery connections. * Ensure coil connector is tightened firmly. * Check headphones and their connection. * Check for sand or grit between coil cover and coil.
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james71Aug 6, 2025
What to do if my Minelab E-Trac Metal Detector has no sound?
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  angela05Aug 6, 2025
  If your Minelab Metal Detector has no sound, you can try the following steps: * Unplug the headphones. If there is sound in the speaker but not in the headphones, check the headphones and their connection. * Check the Audio > Volume Limit (a setting of 0 is silent). * If there is no sound in the speaker or the headphones but the detector appears to work normally otherwise, return the detector for repairs.
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Peter BrownAug 12, 2025
What to do if my Minelab E-Trac starts, but switches off by itself?
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  Keith ValdezAug 12, 2025
  If your Minelab Metal Detector starts but then switches off by itself, you can try the following: 1. Check the condition of the batteries. If necessary, try starting with batteries known to be in good condition. 2. The detector may be too hot. Allow the detector to cool down in a shaded area. 3. Try starting the detector with the search coil disconnected. If the detector starts normally, check the state of the coil cable. If it is damaged, replace the coil. Otherwise return detector for repairs.
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Justin PierceAug 18, 2025
Why does my Minelab E-Trac have no target response?
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  Amanda StevensAug 18, 2025
  If your Minelab Metal Detector isn't responding to targets, make sure that: * The detector is turned on. * Check the headphones and their connection. * Check coil connection. * Check discrimination level. No signal will be given if the target is within the black area of the screen.

Minelab E-Trac Specifications

General

Transmission Technology	Full Band Spectrum (FBS) Multifrequency Technology
Microprocessor	32bit, 48MHz microprocessor – fast and powerful
Coil	Ultra-lightweight 11” Double D (DD) waterproof coil
Connectivity	USB connector for communication with Personal Computer
Software	Intuitive User Interface; Fast Target processing; Multi-language functionality
QuickMask™	Fast and Easy adjustment of Ferrous and Conductivity Discrimination
User Modes	4 Minelab Modes and 4 My Modes
Depth Gauge	Accurate Gauge active in Normal detecting and Pinpoint mode
Pinpoint	Non-motion with modulated audio and visual Crosshair on LCD, 2 Modes – Normal and Sizing
Discrimination	2 Dimensional Smartfind™ Discrimination
Target Identification	2 Dimensional Smartfind™ Size / Conductivity and Ferrous characteristics Conductivity 1-50, Ferrous 1-35
Sensitivity Adjustment	Fully Automatic; adjustable to be more aggressive or conservative, Manual Setting 1-30
Sensitivity Gauge	Auto Level, Manual Level, Suggested Level
Threshold	Fine adjustment level from 1-50
Recovery Speed	Selectable Fast & Deep
Trash Density	Low for areas with isolated targets or High, for areas with more trash
Noise Cancel	Automatic & Manual selection of 11 channels
Audio Response	4 Settings: Normal, Long, Smooth, Pitch Hold
Tone ID Number of Tones	1, 2, 4 and Multi-tone; customizable for Conductivity or Ferrous response
Tone ID Variability	30 adjustable steps for better Target Identification
Headphone	Input ¼” 100Ω Stereo Jack
Ground Balance Modes	Auto Ground Compensation - Advanced Digital Filtering
Ground Settings	Neutral for most ground conditions, Difficult for more mineralized soils
Batteries	1600 mAh NiMH or Alkaline batteries
Low Battery Audio Alarm	Audio and visual indication
Visual Display	Large 3.4” (8.65cm) greyscale LCD panel with Contrast adjustment and Backlight
Patents	US 4890064; US 5537041; US 5506506