Minelab Excalibur II User Manual

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Quick Start
Discriminate Mode: (For detecting non-ferrous metals)
Ensure that the battery pack is fully charged. (pg. 14)
Set the mode switch to Disc (Discriminate). (pg. 27)
Turn the detector 'On' by turning the Threshold control
clockwise until it 'clicks'. Continue turning until the audio
tone becomes 'just' audible. (pg. 22)
Set the desired position of the Discriminate control. (pg. 28)
Set the Sensitivity control to Auto or at the maximum
manual setting without electrical interference. (pg. 25)
You are now ready to start searching!
Pinpoint/All Metals Mode: (For detecting all types
of metals)
Ensure that the battery pack is fully charged. (pg. 14)
Set the mode switch to Pinpoint/All Metals. (pg. 27)
Turn the detector 'On' by turning the Threshold control
clockwise until it 'clicks'. Continue turning until the audio
tone becomes 'just' audible. (pg. 22)
Set the Sensitivity control to Auto or at the maximum
manual setting without electrical interference. (pg. 25)
You are now ready to start searching!
Instruction Manual

Minelab Excalibur II Specifications

General

Technology	Broad Band Spectrum (BBS)
Battery	Rechargeable NiMH battery pack
Operating Frequency	1.5 kHz - 25.5 kHz
Waterproof Depth	200 ft (66 m)
Weight	5.2 lbs (2.36 kg)
Coil Size	10-inch
Ground Balance	Automatic
Operating Modes	Discriminate
Battery Life	12 hours

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Discriminate Mode Setup

Steps for setting up the detector in Discriminate mode for non-ferrous metals.

Component Assembly

Ergonomic Adjustments for Use

Battery Management

Control Panel Overview

Understanding Detector Controls

Description and function of key controls: Discriminate, Sensitivity, Volume, Threshold.

Selecting Detection Modes

How to switch between Discriminate and Pinpoint/All Metals detection modes.

Turning the Detector On

Procedure for powering the metal detector on and off correctly.

Threshold Adjustment

Setting the Background Audio Level

How to set the constant audible background tone for optimal detection sensitivity.

Volume and Sensitivity Settings

Setting the Volume of Target Signals

Adjusting the loudness of signals for comfortable and effective detection.

Optimizing Detector Sensitivity

Configuring the Sensitivity control for maximum depth and minimal false signals.

Target Identification

Discrimination Features

Rejecting Unwanted Targets

Using the Discriminate control to ignore specific types of metal objects.

Pinpointing Targets

Locating Buried Targets Precisely

Techniques for accurately determining the exact position of a detected target.

Detector and Battery Care

Troubleshooting and Specifications

Resolving Detector Issues

Common problems and solutions for detector malfunctions and erratic noises.