Whites TM 808 - User Manual

Instruction Manual
TM 808
(English Edition)
NOTE:
To locate large metal in normal conditions, set the controls as
shown above. Walk briskly, noting areas that produce an increase in
sound - beep. Cross these areas from at least two sides ( X ) to pinpoint
target location. When AUTOMATIC THRESHOLD is in AUTO, detector
must always be moving to respond to targets. NO-AUTO doesn't require
motion to respond to targets.

Summary

Assembly Instructions

Batteries

Controls Description

Threshold Control Operation

Adjusts detector ON/OFF and background hum volume for optimal listening.

Signal Balance Adjustment

Adjusts receive signal to minimize interference and optimize performance.

Ground Balance Tuning

Cancels ground mineralization for deeper signal penetration.

Automatic Threshold Feature

Automates threshold resetting to maintain smooth, constant operation.

Push Button Functionality

Resets threshold manually and aids in target pinpointing.

Headphone Compatibility

Enhances detection depth and battery life; requires stereo headphones.

Tuning Procedure

Ground Balance Procedure

Step-by-step guide to canceling ground mineralization for optimal performance.

Locating Metal Targets

Determining Metal Depths

Instrument Care and Maintenance

Limited Warranty Information

Carton and Carry Case Setup

Whites TM 808 Specifications

General

Type	Two-box metal detector
Technology	VLF (Very Low Frequency)
Operating Frequency	6.59 kHz
Weight	4.5 lbs (2.04 kg)
Sensitivity Control	Yes
Ground Balance	Manual
Audio Output	Built-in speaker and headphone jack
Discrimination	Yes
Intended Use	relic hunting
Detection Depth	Up to 20 feet (dependent on ground conditions and target size)
Battery Life	Approximately 20 hours