Teknetics T2 - User Manual

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

QUICK START GUIDE

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

MECHANICAL COMPONENTS

BATTERIES AND POWER

Information on battery types, installation, and life.

ARM REST ADJUSTMENT

How to adjust the arm rest for width and position.

HEADPHONE USAGE

ARM REST POSITIONING

INTRODUCTION TO THE TEKNETICS T2

HIGH PERFORMANCE FEATURES

Details on sensitivity, ground cancellation, and target ID.

USER COMFORT AND INTERFACE

Ergonomics, balance, and user-friendly controls.

SPECIFICATIONS

CONTROLS OVERVIEW

KNOB AND BUTTON FUNCTIONS

Description of the detector's main control elements.

MENU SYSTEM OPERATION

SEARCH MODE SELECTION

How to switch between All Metal and Discrimination modes.

SETTING ADJUSTMENT

How to change values for various functions.

GROUND CANCELLATION

WHAT IS GROUND CANCELLATION?

Explanation of how ground minerals affect detection.

AUTOMATIC GROUND CANCELLATION

Procedure for automatic cancellation using the trigger switch.

MANUAL GROUND CANCELLATION

MANUAL GROUND CANCELLATION (cont.)

POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE RESPONSE

Understanding audio responses related to ground cancellation.

ALL METAL MODE

SENSITIVITY AND HUM LEVEL

Adjusting sensitivity and audio threshold for optimal performance.

DISCRIMINATION MODE

DISCRIMINATION LEVEL SETTINGS

Setting the threshold for rejecting unwanted targets.

NUMBER OF TONES (AUDIO METHODS)

Choosing audio response methods for target identification.

DISCRIMINATION MODE OPTIONS

TONE SELECTION GUIDE

Explains different audio tone settings for target identification.

VISUAL VS. AUDIO RESPONSE

How visual ID and audio output differ.

PINPOINT FEATURE

PINPOINTING TECHNIQUES

Step-by-step guide to locating targets precisely.

LCD VISUAL DISPLAY

NUMERIC TARGET I.D.

Understanding the numerical target identification system.

PROBABLE TARGET ID INTERPRETATION

Interpreting arrow indicators for target classification.

LCD DISPLAY INFORMATION

TARGET DEPTH ESTIMATION

How the detector estimates target depth.

DISPLAY MESSAGES AND INDICATORS

Understanding various on-screen messages and indicators.

LCD DISPLAY ANALYSIS

BAR GRAPHS AND BATTERY STATUS

Interpreting mineralization and battery level indicators.

FREQUENCY SHIFTING

CAPABILITIES AND LIMITATIONS

DETECTION DEPTH AND TARGET ID

Limits on detection depth and accuracy of target identification.

CAPABILITIES AND LIMITATIONS (cont.)

GROUND CANCELING AND DISCRIMINATION

Importance of ground canceling and discrimination features.

DEPTH READING AND AIR TESTING

Factors affecting depth readings and air testing procedures.

CAPABILITIES AND LIMITATIONS (cont.)

HANDLING TRASH TARGETS

Techniques for dealing with steel bottle caps and iron trash.

SEARCH TECHNIQUES

SEARCHCOIL SWEEPING AND TARGETS

Proper coil motion and strategies for different target sizes.

SEARCH TECHNIQUES (cont.)

ESTIMATING TARGET SIZE, DEPTH, AND SHAPE

Techniques to estimate object characteristics.

SEARCH TECHNIQUES (cont.)

TARGET ID VARIATIONS

Interpreting target ID variations for accurate identification.

FALSE SIGNALS AND CHATTER

Identifying and resolving common false signals.

SEARCH TECHNIQUES (cont.)

NUISANCE OBJECTS AND MINERALS

Dealing with signals from trash, multiple objects, and ground minerals.

SEARCH TECHNIQUES (cont.)

HOT ROCKS AND SENSITIVITY

Identifying hot rocks and adjusting sensitivity.

SEARCH TECHNIQUES (cont.)

GROUND CANCELING TIPS

Best practices and tips for effective ground canceling.

DETECTING ACTIVITIES

COINSHOOTING AND RELIC HUNTING

Strategies for finding coins and historical artifacts.

DETECTING ACTIVITIES (cont.)

GOLD PROSPECTING LOCATIONS

Identifying locations suitable for gold prospecting.

DETECTING ACTIVITIES (cont.)

GOLD PROSPECTING TECHNIQUES

Methods for maximizing gold recovery in various terrains.

DETECTING ACTIVITIES (cont.)

CACHE HUNTING AND SHALLOW WATER

Searching for hidden valuables and in shallow water.

DETECTING ACTIVITIES (cont.)

TREASURE HUNTERS CODE OF ETHICS

Ethical guidelines for metal detecting activities.

HOW METAL DETECTORS WORK

Explanation of VLF Induction Balance technology.

5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Teknetics T2 Specifications

General

Operating Frequency	13 kHz
Weight	3.5 lbs (1.6 kg)
Display	LCD
Sensitivity	Adjustable
Search Modes	All Metal, Discrimination
Ground Balance	Manual and Automatic
Batteries	4 AA
Target ID	Numeric 0-99
Waterproof	Search coil only
Audio Tone ID	3 Tones
Length	Adjustable