Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Minelab metal detectors have the ability to discriminate between different types of targets. The discrimination feature on Minelab detectors measures two target properties: ferrous properties and conductive properties. Ferrous properties refer to how much iron is in a target and therefore how strongly it is attracted to a magnet. Ferrous targets tend to be trash, so they can be discriminated or masked out based on their ferrous properties alone. Conductive properties refer to how well a target conducts electrical current and therefore responds to a metal detector’s magnetic field. Trash such as nails and foil have different conductive properties to valuable targets like coins and rings. In this case, the metal detector can make a judgement as to whether the target is trash based on conductivity. The process for configuring the discrimination settings and the method used to indicate treasure or trash varies across the Minelab range of detectors.

Zero Voltage Transmission (ZVT) technology creates ultra‑constant high-power opposite polarity magnetic fields. ZVT provides users with superior ground balance to enhance detector stability in mineralised soils and will detect gold nuggets at extreme depths that exceed all current competitor products.

The GPZ 7000 is our best performer on medium to larger nuggets, even in highly mineralised or variable ground. It retains superior depth capabilities compared to any other detector while still providing good sensitivity to smaller, shallower targets.

The GPZ 7000 detector has Minelab-branded and aftermarket coils available for purchase. Minelab-branded coils are available from Minelab certified dealerships. You can purchase the 14"" or 19"" Super-D coils. Nugget Finder has released two Minelab-approved aftermarket coils: a 12"" round Super-D coil and a 17"" elliptical Super-D coil, which can be purchased from Nugget Finder stockists.

No, the GPZ 7000 does not have any discrimination capability.

The Difficult Ground Type setting is the default setting and is recommended, as gold is usually found in areas with highly mineralised soils. The Normal Ground Type setting will provide the greatest detection depth but can only be used in quiet soils where there are lower levels of mineralisation. If the detector is unstable or noisy when using the Normal Ground Type, you should switch to Difficult. The Severe Ground Type will provide the lowest detection depth and should only be used when detecting in areas with extremely high levels of mineralisation, or when you need to raise the coil above the ground when using the Difficult Ground Type.

When ground balancing, the yellow ferrite ring artificially adds additional data to help the GPZ 7000 improve ground balance accuracy. This should always be used to ensure smooth operation. Sweep the coil over the yellow ferrite ring in a figure-8 motion when ground balancing, ensuring that you sweep over the yellow ferrite ring with each figure-8 movement. When balanced correctly, you should hear a smooth audio tone when sweeping the coil over the yellow ferrite ring.

When ground balancing the GPZ 7000, a swinging or figure-8 movement is recommended as the GPZ 7000 constantly monitors changes in the soil. Sweeping the coil over as much ground as possible and ensuring that you sweep over the yellow ferrite ring with each swing or figure-8 motion when ground balancing allows the detector to gain as much information as possible about the local ground conditions, which provides a superior ground balance.

Wireless audio is susceptible to dropouts when the signal is blocked. Audio dropouts can be reduced by ensuring a direct line of sight between the WM12 and the detector. It is best to wear the WM12 as close as possible to the detector. This minimises the path to the wireless transmitter and makes it less likely that the operator's body will block the signal path between the WM12 and the detector.

The GPZ 7000 will operate for approximately eight hours when commencing with a fully charged battery. Charging the battery will typically take five to six hours. The WM12 wireless module will operate for approximately 12 hours on a fully charged battery and takes around 12 hours to charge when charging via the BC10 charger.

Yes, the GPZ 7000 can be charged from a nominal 24V battery system. The BC10 charger will function between 11 and 30 volts DC. You can also use the supplied 240V AC plug pack if your vehicle is fitted with an inverter.

No, Minelab currently has no plans to release a replaceable cell or alkaline battery pack.

There are two USB cables supplied in the box with your GPZ 7000. The USB-A to Mini-USB cable is used for charging the WM12 wireless module. The USB-A to USB-B cable is used for software updates and is plugged into the rear of the screen pod and a PC.

On the rear of the screen pod is a USB-B port that can be used if a software upgrade is released. Check the downloads section of the GPZ 7000 page on our website for updates.

As a rule of thumb, the lower the frequency used by the detector, the deeper it can penetrate the ground. At low frequencies, however, sensitivity to small low-conductive targets is reduced. The higher the frequency, the higher the sensitivity to small targets, but it will not penetrate as deeply. In general, gold detectors operate at higher frequencies to find small nuggets, while coin and treasure detectors work at lower frequencies for deeper penetration. The exception to this is MPS-type metal detectors, which are sensitive and deep-seeking simultaneously.

Size: The size of a search coil can influence the detection depth or sensitivity of a metal detector.
The larger the coil, the deeper it detects, but it will have less sensitivity to small targets. Conversely, the smaller the coil’s diameter, the more sensitive it becomes, but it loses detection depth.
Smaller coils are lighter, easier to control and may be chosen for their ability to negotiate difficult terrain or undergrowth. They are also an advantage in areas of high trash.

Shape:
The most common coil shapes are conventional solid round coils, elliptical-shaped coils and open-web coils. The main reason for the change in shape is to meet physical requirements. For example, an elliptical coil can be pushed around bushes or between rocks more easily than a round coil, and open-web coils move through water more easily and are lighter. Conventional round coils are often more stable and perform better and are particularly popular for gold prospecting.

Configuration:
The three most common types of coil windings are Concentric, Double-D and Monoloop. The difference between these coil types is the pattern the wire is wound within the search coil.

Concentric coil:
A concentric coil has an inner circle and an outer circle wire winding. Its search pattern is cone-shaped and can be useful for accurately pinpointing a target. Concentric coils tend to be noisier in highly mineralised ground and require more overlap of sweep for thorough ground coverage.
Double-D coil:
Double-D coils are the preferred coils for most detecting. They give a blade or chisel-shaped signal that covers the ground more uniformly, and once an operator becomes accustomed to the signal, pinpointing can be very accurate. Double-D coils are also preferred for their superior ground-balancing ability.

Monoloop coil:
Monoloop coils have one winding of wire around the circumference of the coil, which is used to both transmit and receive. The signal pattern of the Monoloop coil is cone-shaped, requiring more overlapping. In extremely heavily mineralised ground they can be more difficult to ground balance; however, they tend to provide slightly better depth than Double-D coils.

Dirt, dust and moisture can be trapped inside the skidplate, leading to false signals and poor performance. To maintain peak performance of your Minelab detector, it is recommended to clean out the skidplate regularly.

Check the coil selection guide to find the most suitable coil for your detecting needs.

Headphone specifications are not critical in a metal detector, as their audio circuitry does not produce hi-fi quality sound. For example, our detectors’ frequency output range is approximately 75–1200 Hz. Our audio circuits will drive most headphones from 16 to over 100 ohms. Audio optimisation is also very subjective, as everybody hears differently. We endeavour not to confuse our customers with unnecessary technical specifications because, in reality, there is no reliable way to determine what headphones are best for you other than to try them. If you have a detector with adjustable audio tones, such as a CTX 3030, we recommend you spend some time ensuring the detection tones are optimised for your hearing needs.

There is no specific answer to this question as it depends on the target size, orientation, metallic content, ground minerals and conductivity, electrical and ambient noise in the area and etc.
However we commonly hear of GPX Series detectors finding large gold nuggets at 3 and sometimes 4 feet deep, and CTX 3030s finding coins and rings at over 12 inches.

Only if it becomes faulty.

On some detectors you don’t need to ground balance at all. On others, users new to detecting are recommended to use the Ground Balance Tracking function. In Tracking, the detector will automatically ground balance for you and remain in balance even if the ground minerals vary. On manual ground balance detectors like the X-TERRA 305 and X-TERRA 505, you need to ground balance at the start of every hunt, and re-balance periodically as required. Always ground balance on clean ground, away from metal objects.

Gold chains are very difficult to detect, particularly very fine chains. Each link of a chain can be very small and the detector sees each link as a separate target, so it can easily be missed. You are more likely to detect the actual clasp or any pendants that may still be on the chain as these are much larger than the individual chain links. High frequency detectors such as the EUREKA Gold, or an X-TERRA 705 with an 18.75 kHz coil in prospecting mode, will often pick up fine chains better than most coin detectors.

Coke is carbon and can be quite conductive, similar to a coin.

The GPZ 7000 is our deepest detector in all ground conditions and can detect through even highly mineralised rock.

No, cable characteristics are matched to coil windings at manufacture, so extending the cable will reduce the performance of the coil.

Smaller coils are better for trashy sites as they reduce the likelihood of detecting multiple targets at once. Concentric coils are generally better than Double-D coils for this same reason. Check the coil selection guide to find the most suitable coil for your detecting needs.

Metal detectors pick up electromagnetic signals from underground metal objects. Similar signals can also be received through the air from other electromagnetic sources such as power lines, radio transmitters, and generators.

If your detector is noisy while detecting but goes quiet when you stop sweeping the coil, it is receiving signals from mineralised ground. Perform a ground balance and continue detecting. GPX series only: if it is still noisy then you may need to try an alternate soil/timing selection. All other detectors: if it is still noisy, reduce your sensitivity to the highest stable sensitivity level.

The only guaranteed way to recover every possible good target is to use no discrimination. However, digging every target can waste time. Discrimination patterns are always a compromise between recovering most good targets and ignoring most junk targets.

This can be caused by a number of reasons:

•  Sometimes rusty objects get broken up during the digging process
•  Metal objects can leave trace elements into the surrounding soil
•  Some rocks can sound like targets
•  Some targets get ‘lost’ or reburied during the digging process

Usually this occurs because you are lifting the coil at the end of your swing. Always sweep slow, low, and level for the entire swing.

GeoSense-PI™ technology analyses and responds to ground signals with great clarity and precision, allowing you to detect in difficult environments once thought undetectable. It rapidly suppresses unwanted signals via three overlapping feedback systems for fast detection of even the smallest gold pieces.

The GPX 6000 is our best performer on the more plentiful smaller nuggets, even in highly mineralised or variable ground. It retains excellent depth, just behind the GPZ 7000 on larger, deeper nuggets.

The GPX 6000 coils are a new range of lightweight, high-performance coils that are not compatible with earlier GPX series detectors.

The 14"" Double-D coil in the GPX 6000 can only be used for EMI cancellation or cancellation of conductive soil signals. It is not capable of ferrous discrimination.

The following Minelab coils are currently available to operate with the GPX 6000:

• GPX 11: 11"" round Monoloop coil for general use
• GPX 17: 17"" x 13"" elliptical Monoloop coil for better ground coverage and depth on large nuggets
• GPX 14: 14"" round Double D coil for conductive (salty) soils or when there is high electrical interference (EMI)
• Minelab approved aftermarket coils are available from Coiltek and NuggetFinder.
• Coiltek GOLDHAWK series
• NuggetFinder XCEED series

The first winding of the coil cable from the coil should always go over the shaft. The coil cable should then be wound closely around the shaft and secured with the two Velcro straps. Allow enough room for the coil to move freely when detecting.

The GPX 6000 does not track the ferrite component of the ground. GeoSense-PI uses other techniques to remove the 'X' response that is invisible to the operator. You do not need a yellow ferrite to ground balance the GPX 6000.

The threshold tone can be toggled on and off in any sensitivity setting with a long press of the Ground Type button. The threshold tone is switched on in the Manual sensitivity ranges and switched off in the Automatic sensitivity ranges. When the GPX 6000 is next turned on, the threshold tone will return to its default.

The Difficult Ground Type setting is best used in more heavily mineralised soils, particularly with hot rocks or highly variable ground. The Normal Ground Type setting has the greatest depth on larger nuggets and is best used wherever possible in ground with lower mineralisation levels or less variable ground. Normal ground type may pick up hot rocks as a target. If hot rocks cannot be ground balanced out, use the Difficult Ground Type setting.

The GPX 6000 with GeoSense-PI continually tracks the ground, so either technique works. Minelab recommends pumping the GPX 6000 up and down above the ground with the Quick-Trak button depressed to achieve the fastest ground balance.

Conductive ground is not always associated with visible salt. For example, recent rains may make the soil more conductive and increase the unwanted conductive soil response.

Wireless audio is susceptible to audio dropouts when the signal is blocked. Audio dropouts can be reduced by ensuring a direct line of sight between the headphones and the detector. It is best to wear the headphones with the Bluetooth controls closest to the detector. This minimises the path to the Bluetooth transmitter and makes it less likely that the operator’s body will block the signal path between the headphones and the detector.

The GPX 6000 will operate for approximately 8 hours with a fully charged battery. Charging the battery typically takes 5 to 6 hours. The ML 100 headphones will operate for approximately 24 hours on a fully charged battery and take around 3.5 hours to charge.

The GPX 6000 battery should only be charged from a nominal 12V car battery system when charging from a vehicle.

Minelab currently has no plans to release a replaceable cell or alkaline battery pack.

The USB cable is used to charge the Bluetooth headphones and would also be used if a software upgrade became available for the GPX 6000.

If the battery in the ML 100 headphones is flat, you can plug the supplied audio cable into the headphones and the detector to continue detecting.

The GPX 6000 can pair and connect with standard (A2DP) Bluetooth headphones and other aptX Low Latency Bluetooth headphones, including the Minelab ML 80 headphones.

When connected to aptX Low Latency headphones, there will be a plus symbol next to the Bluetooth icon on the detector LCD screen to indicate this.

Behind the speaker grill is a USB port that can be used if a software upgrade is released. Check the downloads section of the GPX 6000 page on our website for updates.

You can never predict what level of soil mineralisation will be present in any location, which is why Normal is the recommended Timing to start with. Let the detector indicate which Timing to use by sweeping the coil and listening to the threshold stability. After performing an Auto Tune and Ground Balance, commence searching. If the detector is too noisy or signals on many hot rocks, the Timing you are using is too aggressive for the ground. Select another Timing closer to the dark end of the scale, such as Enhance.

The GPX 5000 is known to suffer from electromagnetic interference (EMI) particularly during stormy weather. There are three main reasons for this interference:

• The sensitivity of Enhance, Fine Gold, and Sharp Timings will detect extremely small nuggets but also any EMI.
• The use of large Monoloop coils, which have a field that extends above the ground as well as into it, making them more prone to EMI. The general smoothness of the detector, which can make warbles or chatter from EMI more noticeable and sometimes mistaken for a target.
• On days with high EMI, you can improve performance by using a Double-D coil, keeping coil size to a minimum for the conditions, avoiding Fine Gold and Sharp Timings in favour of Normal or Sensitive Extra, using Very Slow or Slow Motion speeds, and selecting Quiet or Normal Audio Type. To help the detector pick the quietest operating channel, select Fast Motion speed, perform an Auto Tune, then return to Very Slow Motion. Set your Rx Gain first, then fine-tune with the Stabilizer. If the threshold begins to wobble during detecting, adjusting the Manual Tune by a few numbers can restore stability.

Wide ground coverage at depth per sweep with less overlap required, less susceptibility to EMI, the ability to use the Iron Reject function, improved performance in very wet soils, the ability to use Cancel Mode near power lines, pinpointing along the centre of the coil, more defined responses for large deep targets, reduced false signals in highly mineralised soils, less susceptibility to signals from buried charcoal, and strong performance with Tracking Ground Balance.

Ensure you are not using a Monoloop coil with the Coil/Rx switch set to Cancel.

Monoloop coils have a perfectly round cable, while Double-D coils have a flatter cable due to the two internal cores. Put the Coil/Rx switch in Cancel. If you have slightly reduced depth compared to expectations, your coil is a Double-D. If you have almost no depth, your coil is a Monoloop.

The Stabilizer function controls the point at which faint variations in the threshold begin to be heard. These variations may be ambient noise or faint target signals. Increasing the Stabilizer will make faint target signals louder but will also increase noise, which can mask desirable signals. The Stabilizer allows you to mask faint variations for a more stable threshold, making it easier to identify faint targets. It is best left at the factory preset until soil conditions are determined. Once Rx Gain and audio settings are set for local conditions, the Stabilizer can be used to fine-tune threshold stability.

• The best setting is usually one number below where the threshold begins to chatter while sweeping the coil. The Stabilizer works on audio processing only and does not alter the receive signal, so it should be used as a final stage adjustment. If ground conditions change or you swap coils, return the Stabilizer to the factory preset before adjusting Rx Gain again. Turning the Stabilizer close to minimum will produce a very stable threshold but will reduce sensitivity to smaller targets, which can be useful for seeking large nuggets in high-trash areas or for coin and treasure hunting with the GPX 5000 and GPX 4800.
• The best sequence for setting controls is:
• Select the appropriate Search Mode
• Choose the desired Audio Type
• Adjust Rx Gain until the threshold starts to break up
• Then adjust the Stabilizer to smooth the threshold.

The Target Volume controls the strength of target signals, and at settings above 8 it will slightly increase the volume of the threshold as well. This is useful in very windy conditions, for people with hearing loss, or when using external speakers. With the audio amplifier built into the Li-Ion battery pack, you can plug a speaker directly into the battery and set an appropriate level of amplification using the Target Volume. When switching from headphones to an external speaker, you may need to make minor adjustments to the Threshold and Volume Limit controls. The Target Volume can be used as an audio boost in quiet conditions, and it can also help reduce or smooth out ground noise signals in highly mineralised soils. This feature works in conjunction with the Stabilizer control, providing fine tuning ability. Experimentation may be required to find the optimum combination in different conditions. Whenever adjustments to the Gain are required, due to a coil change or location change, return the Target Volume to the factory preset first, then fine tune to suit the new conditions.

The SDC 2300 is a compact, waterproof gold prospecting detector. It uses Multi Period Fast (MPF) Pulse Induction (PI) technology for excellent sensitivity to small to medium sized nuggets in highly mineralised or variable ground. It also provides good depth on larger, deeper nuggets.

There are no other Minelab branded coils for the SDC 2300. The supplied 8-inch round coil provides excellent overall performance and maintains the detector’s waterproof and compact design.

The SDC 2300 does not have a discrimination function.

If there is no constant threshold audio through the speaker or headphones, the threshold is set to OFF or minimum. The threshold volume can be adjusted by pressing the threshold button on the right side of the handle. There are nine levels indicated on the LED display. Each press of the threshold button increases the level until maximum, after which pressing the button again returns it to OFF or minimum.

The SDC 2300 has two audio pitch settings, Low and High. High pitch is the default. To change to Low pitch, switch the detector off, hold the Threshold button, and switch the detector on. The detector remembers the last setting, so repeat the process to switch back to High pitch.

The SDC 2300 is waterproof to 3 m (10 ft), including the control box.

The SDC 2300 has a salt mode in the sensitivity adjustment, but Minelab does not recommend it for beach detecting as it has no discrimination or target ID, resulting in excessive trash digging. The salt mode is designed for conductive ground such as salt lakes or wet, mineralised soils in gold fields. If detecting in these conditions, adjust the sensitivity dial to a salt setting.

To check the battery level, hold the Noise Cancel button, press and release the Threshold button, then release the Noise Cancel button. The LED display will show the battery level for about three seconds.

The SDC 2300 will operate for about 8 hours on a fully charged Li-Ion battery, which takes 5 to 6 hours to charge. C-cell alkaline batteries generally last 10 to 14 hours depending on quality.

The SDC 2300 battery should only be charged from a nominal 12V car battery when charging from a vehicle.

The SDC 2300 includes a rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack and can also use C-cell alkaline or C-cell NiMH rechargeable batteries. Polarity markings are on the side of the control box.

The SDC 2300 software cannot be upgraded.

The GOLD MONSTER 1000 is designed to find small nuggets in moderately mineralised ground. It has excellent sensitivity to shallow small nuggets and can detect some larger nuggets at depth.

The Gold Chance Indicator shows ferrous or non-ferrous content. A consistent right indication means high non-ferrous content such as gold, silver, brass, copper, aluminium, lead, zinc, or other non-ferrous alloys. A left indication shows high ferrous content, likely steel or iron.

Large steel or iron targets can sometimes indicate as non-ferrous if their conductive properties mask their magnetic properties.

Only the GM05 and GM10 coils are compatible with the GOLD MONSTER 1000. The GM05 is included, and the GM10 is available as an accessory. No aftermarket coils are available.

The first winding of the coil cable should go over the shaft to reduce stress and prevent damage. Wind the cable closely around the shaft, leaving enough room for free movement, then clip it to the rear of the screen pod and screw the connector in securely.

There are 10 manual and 2 auto sensitivity levels.
Auto mode is position 11 and adjusts automatically for smooth operation.
Auto+ mode is position 12 and is more aggressive, offering extra depth in moderately mineralised soils but may increase ground noise.
Manual sensitivity (positions 1–10) allows expert users to fine-tune performance but requires manual adjustments in varying conditions.

The GOLD MONSTER 1000 is so sensitive it can detect the salt in your blood if you pass your hand over the coil. Always use the supplied plastic scoop when retrieving a target to avoid detecting your hand. It is not recommended for beach use.

Chattering or inconsistent audio is usually caused by mineralisation or EMI. If in Auto+, switch to Auto or a lower manual setting. If that does not help, move away from EMI sources such as power lines, mobile towers, or generators.

Random detection beeps may be caused by soil mineralisation. The GOLD MONSTER 1000’s auto-tracking ground balance will adjust to compensate, but rapid or extreme changes in mineralisation can cause false signals. Pump the coil up and down over problem areas to help balance, or lower sensitivity if mineralisation is too high.

Lifting the coil into the air amplifies surrounding noise and is not recommended except when performing a Noise Cancel. After this, keep the coil near the ground.

The GOLD MONSTER 1000 does not have wireless capability. Any 3.5mm stereo headphones can be plugged into the rear of the control pod.

The GOLD MONSTER 1000 will operate for about 12 hours on a fully charged Li-Ion battery, which takes 5 to 6 hours to charge.

The GOLD MONSTER 1000 battery should only be charged from a nominal 12V car battery when charging from a vehicle.

The GOLD MONSTER 1000 software cannot be upgraded.

Some email providers’ virus protection software may send Minelab’s emails to the spam folder. Check spam if expected emails are missing. If not found, contact a Minelab Authorised Service Centre.

When XChange 2 is first installed, the file icon will not appear until the CTX 3030 is connected for the first time. After that, the icon will remain and connection is no longer required to access it.

The factory setting for GeoTrails is off. Turn GPS ON, then GeoTrails ON. From the map screen, hold the Map button to access this option, select ‘View GeoTrails’, and press Select.

Enhanced turns on SBAS (Satellite Based Augmentation System), known as WAAS in the USA and EGNOS in Europe. This can improve GPS accuracy in some regions but may cause issues in others, such as Australia, where the signal comes from a satellite over Japan.

The default function for the User button is backlight control. If changed, backlight control moves to Menu > Options > Backlight.

To set the time zone: press Menu, go to Options, select Locality, select Time Zone, then choose your UTC offset.

If the WM 10 Wireless Module is turned off while connected, the detector will mute. Restart the detector to restore audio.

The CTX 3030 has a similar ground compensation feature to the Explorer SE Pro and E-TRAC, so ground balance is not needed in most conditions and should not be done on beaches.

When editing Tone ID profiles, tones will not sound if the WM 10 is connected.

The CTX 3030 has four independent volume settings for different outputs, which are remembered separately.

For twist-lock armrests, turn the lock fully counter-clockwise before installation. Only 30–45 degrees of rotation is typically needed to lock.

Some issues have been corrected in software updates. Connect to XChange 2 to check for updates.

Language settings for modes will only change when switching from English to another language, not the reverse.

The Trigger cancels any current adjustment and returns to the previous menu level.

If large amounts of data are stored since the last XChange 2 connection, uploads may take several minutes.

Poor performance could be caused by masking, low sensitivity, or coil overload. A factory reset may resolve it.

To pair the WM 10 Wireless Module: turn it on, press and hold the Pairing button until the LED blinks orange, enable wireless on the detector, select Connect, choose a channel, and press Select. If pairing fails, try another channel. Keep the WM 10 in line of sight with the detector for best results.

Snapshots are only saved while the detector is on. By design, all snapshots are deleted when the detector is turned off.

On first use of GPS, the detector takes a few minutes from a cold start to lock onto satellites, and up to an hour to build local data. This improves resolution and performance under shaded sky.

Sharing modes or data is as simple as saving them to a file and emailing that file.
Plug your CTX 3030 into your PC.
Open XChange 2 and click the CTX 3030 Collection. All the modes and other data from your CTX 3030 will appear in the list.
Drag and drop the items you want to share into the File Collection.
Click the File Collection and check the contents. Click the ‘Export a Minelab file’ icon. The entire File Collection will be exported as a single file and saved in your Downloads folder.
You can then save it elsewhere or email it.
If you receive a Minelab file from someone else, open XChange 2, select the File Collection, then click the ‘Clear the contents of your File Collection’ icon.
Click the ‘Import a Minelab file’ icon.
Click ‘Choose file’, browse to the file, select it and click ‘Open’.
The items in the file will be displayed in the File Collection.
Drag and drop the items you want to keep into one of your own Collections or straight into your CTX 3030.

Combined audio produces different tones for highly ferrous objects and for objects with varying levels of conductivity. First set the ferrous line where you want ferrous targets to trigger the ferrous tone. For example, if you set it at 21, any target with a ferrous reading of 21 or higher will play your ferrous tone. If a target has a ferrous reading below 21, the audio is based on its conductivity. In Combined audio there are four bins for conductive groups with conductive numbers from 1 to 50. Move the bin lines to define target groups and assign a tone to each. For example, set bin one from 1 to 14. Any target with FE below 21 and CO of 14 or less will use bin one’s tone. Bin two might be 15 to 28, bin three 29 to 40 and bin four 41 to 50. A target with FE 12 and CO 44 would sound with bin four’s tone. A target with ID 11 to 22 would sound with bin two’s tone. You can resize bins and assign tones as you like. If you enjoyed Two Tone Ferrous on the E-TRAC, this takes it further by letting you set the FE line and split CO targets into four groups.

Gold can ID anywhere from 10-09 to 13-30 and sometimes outside this range. The conductive reading can be very low, even 02, so to improve your chances you should dig almost everything, including aluminium foil and pull-tabs. The standard Beach mode is suitable. You can change the Tone ID profile to Ferrous 35 so low-conductive jewellery produces a higher tone than in the Conductive profile, making it easier to recognise. You can also select Combine and customise tones to your preference. For saltwater beaches, Manual Sensitivity is recommended unless your beaches have high magnetic mineralisation. If the unit is stable on Sensitivity 18, try pushing it higher. If you are detecting in salt water, turn Seawater on. Many beachcombers also open the discrimination pattern a little, mainly by dropping ferrous rejection slightly or by searching in Pattern 2. This is recommended on cleaner beaches. You can also try setting Audio Response to Long to help hear very faint jewellery responses.

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No. FBS 2 coils can only be used on the CTX 3030, while FBS coils can only be used on the E-TRAC, Safari and Explorer Series detectors.

The Multi-IQ engine in all EQUINOX models is the same. However, processor enhancements in EQUINOX 700 and EQUINOX 900 provide better Iron Bias, target separation and discrimination depth.

Park 1 is optimised for modern coins and larger jewellery, with a default discrimination pattern that rejects many common aluminium-foil-type targets, so it is the ideal profile to learn EQUINOX before you try other Modes and specialist settings. Park 1 Multi-IQ uses a lower-frequency weighting and algorithms that maximise soil ground balancing for the best signal-to-noise ratio, making it well suited to general detecting and coin hunting. Park 2 is ideal for smaller targets in trashy locations, including ferrous trash. It accepts all non-ferrous targets by default. Recovery Speed is higher to help identify good targets masked by iron. Target Tone is set to maximum to provide maximum audio information. Park 2 Multi-IQ uses a higher-frequency weighting while ground balancing for soil.

Field 1 is for general hunting with high trash rejection. The default discrimination pattern rejects most coke. The first Tone Break is set so coke gives the same low tone as ferrous targets. Field 1 Multi-IQ uses a lower-frequency weighting and soil ground-balancing algorithms for the best signal-to-noise ratio, suiting general detecting and coin hunting. Field 2 suits high target and trash density locations. It better detects small hammered coins on edge or at depth. The default pattern rejects most coke. Target Tone is set to maximum and Recovery Speed is faster. The first Tone Break is set so coke gives the same low tone as ferrous targets. Field 2 Multi-IQ uses a higher-frequency weighting while ground balancing for soil.

Beach 1 is for wet or dry beach sand and shallow water where conductive salt signals are common. It reduces the salt signal while maintaining high transmit power and sensitivity to coins and jewellery. Beach 1 Multi-IQ uses a low-frequency weighting and algorithms that maximise ground balancing for salt. Beach 2 is best for wading or shallow diving with the coil and or detector submerged. Because the salt signal is very strong, Beach 2 lowers transmit power to reduce noise and may also help in very noisy dry ground. Beach 2 Multi-IQ uses a very low-frequency weighted combination with the same salt ground-balancing algorithms as Beach 1.

Gold 1 (EQUINOX 800 and 900) is for small gold nuggets in mild ground. Because most goldfields have variable iron mineralisation, Tracking Ground Balance is the default. Threshold Level and Threshold Pitch are optimised for gold. Gold 1 Multi-IQ uses a high-frequency weighting while balancing for mineralised soil. Gold 2 is for deeper nuggets in difficult ground. It has a lower Recovery Speed for more depth, though ground noise may increase in heavily mineralised ground. Tracking Ground Balance is the default. Threshold settings are optimised for gold. Gold 2 Multi-IQ uses a high-frequency weighted multi-frequency signal while balancing for mineralised soil.

EQUINOX 700 weight is 1.27 kg and it is waterproof to 5 m with an IP68 rating. It has a three-piece collapsible shaft that adjusts from 144 cm to 61 cm, carbon-fibre shafts, a new adjustable armrest, a 119 target ID range from −19 to 99, 119 discrimination notch segments, a Depth Pitch audio option in all modes, improved target separation and ferrous rejection, a red LCD backlight, keypad backlight, LED torch and handle vibration target indication. EQUINOX 900 includes all of the above plus a wider Sensitivity range from 1 to 28 and an EQX06 6-inch waterproof DD coil.

EQUINOX 700 and EQUINOX 900 have a weight of 1.26 kg (2.8 lbs).

• EQUINOX 600 and EQUINOX 800 have a weight of 1.34 kg (2.95 lbs).

The new carbon-fibre shaft packs down to 61 cm (24 in) and extends to 144 cm (56.7 in).

EQUINOX 600 and 700 offer four single selectable frequencies, 4 kHz, 5 kHz, 10 kHz and 15 kHz. EQUINOX 800 and 900 offer six single selectable frequencies, 4 kHz, 5 kHz, 10 kHz, 15 kHz, 20 kHz and 40 kHz.

Gold Mode is designed to enhance performance on small gold nuggets in mineralised ground by using audio processing so targets respond in both volume and pitch. It is mainly of interest to gold prospectors.

EQUINOX 600 and 700 do not have a dedicated gold prospecting mode. However, Multi-IQ in Park 2 and Field 2 is so effective that these profiles can equal or exceed many dedicated single-frequency gold detectors. Multi-IQ provides very stable IDs, which helps you choose what to dig in a goldfield.

Iron Bias lets you choose how iron sounds. A low setting allows more iron to sound like a diggable target, which also gives the best chance of finding valuable non-ferrous targets among iron. If you want fewer false tones from iron, increase Iron Bias.

Iron Bias in EQUINOX 700 and EQUINOX 900 has been improved for discrimination depth. EQUINOX 600 and EQUINOX 800 let you choose FE Iron Bias or F2 Iron Bias. FE adjusts the target ID response. F2 adjusts tone and target ID for a wider range of ferrous targets. Iron Bias in EQUINOX 700 and 900 is based on F2 but allows better overall detection depth and target separation, so there is no F2 option in 700 or 900.

EQX06 or EQX|06 is a 6"" round Double-D coil (part number 3011-0462).

• EQX11 or EQX|11 is an 11"" round Double-D coil (part number 3011-0463).
• EQX15 or EQX|15 is a 15 by 12"" Double-D coil (part number 3011-0464).

Yes. Coiltek manufactures Minelab-approved aftermarket coils for EQUINOX and X-TERRA PRO detectors under the Coiltek NOX range.

No. Different technology requirements mean only Minelab EQX coils are compatible with EQUINOX series detectors.

A larger target ID scale gives you more information before you dig. It helps you identify more targets individually and decide whether a target is valuable or rubbish.

In general, Multi is superior to single frequencies on an EQUINOX. There can be specialist situations where a particular frequency has an edge. The EQUINOX Series offers simultaneous Multi-Frequency plus a wide range of single selectable frequencies for such cases.

You do not need to perform a full factory reset. Individual Search Profiles can be returned to factory presets while global settings remain unchanged.
Navigate to the Detect Mode Search Profile you want to reset, then press and hold the Detect Mode button for five seconds.
SP appears on the Target ID display when the profile is reset.

Beach Mode automatically senses black sand and reduces transmit power to prevent overload while still detecting targets. When black sand is sensed, the Beach Overload Indicator appears on the LCD. When the icon disappears, full transmit power resumes.

Depth Pitch is an audio mode that provides continuous pitch audio with no threshold tone. It provides separate audio for ferrous and non-ferrous targets with variable pitch. Small or deep targets with weaker signals have a lower pitch. Large or shallow targets with stronger signals have a higher pitch.

EQUINOX 700 and EQUINOX 900 are designed for harsh outdoor use. Testing includes drop tests up to 1 m, flex tests and water-ingress tests. Both are IP68 rated and submersible to 5 m (16 ft).

Middle and lower shafts can be mixed, though they are not identical in size and may not fit perfectly. Upper shafts cannot be changed because the control pod mounting point is different.

Yes. The supplied magnetic USB charge cable can be used on all EQUINOX models, MANTICORE and X-TERRA PRO detectors.

From completely flat to 100 per cent, charge time is about four hours with a high-capacity charger rated above 1.7 A at 5 V.

Battery life depends on factors you can often control, including temperature, storage charge level and charge cycles. The most common cause of reduced Li-ion life is storing a fully charged battery at high temperatures. We source high-quality components from responsible vendors, and most users never need a replacement battery, as shown by long experience with CTX 3030 and GPZ 7000.

Avoid charging or using the detector in extreme temperatures.
Avoid rapid temperature swings.
Use only Minelab or Minelab-recommended USB chargers and avoid third-party ultrafast chargers that claim a full charge in under an hour.
Before long-term storage, charge the battery to about 50 to 60 per cent. On the EQUINOX Battery Status Indicator, two bars is ideal for storage. Maintain that level periodically during extended storage. Storing below 30 °C, or 86 °F, minimises Li-ion degradation.

Use only reputable and certified USB Chargers when charging the EQUINOX battery as detailed below:

High Quality 2A USB Chargers with a minimum capacity of 2A @ +5V will yield a full charge time of approximately 4 hours. a. Typical examples are Apple™ and Samsung™ branded chargers.
Standard USB 2.0 Port with a maximum capacity of 0.5A @ +5V will yield a full charge time of approximately 18 hours.
Any USB 2.0 Port on a computer. (0.5A capacity, approximately 18 hours for a full charge)
A USB Power bank. (0.5A capacity, approximately 18 hours for a full charge)

Typical runtime, from a full charge using wired headphones, is approximately 12 hours. The EQUINOX Series detectors can also be powered directly from any USB Power Bank that supports 0.5A or 2A (@ 5V) output capability. This effectively gives a continuous runtime only limited by the power banks being used.

EQUINOX detectors support charging from devices that comply with the USB 2.0 standard. QuickCharge™ is a proprietary standard developed by Qualcomm that uses a higher voltage and is not compatible with EQUINOX detectors.

The Li-ion battery in the handle is replaceable and covered under warranty for six months from the date of purchase. Minelab recommends using an Authorised Service Centre to avoid damaging the waterproof seal and voiding the warranty. (EQUINOX 600 and EQUINOX 800 batteries are not compatible with EQUINOX 700 or EQUINOX 900.)

You can detect on land while charging from a power bank. Do not use the detector underwater while charging or when connected to a power bank.

If the detector is being used while powered by a USB power bank, the battery may charge more slowly if there is spare capacity in the power bank.

You can connect the WM 08 to a power bank and keep using it even if its battery is low or flat. The power bank will charge the WM 08 while it continues operating. (The WM 08 is not compatible with EQUINOX 700 or EQUINOX 900.)

No. The WM 08 and Bluetooth headphones are separate wireless technologies and only one can be used at a time. (Neither is compatible with EQUINOX 700 or EQUINOX 900.)

Re-pairing is required if a different wireless device has been connected to EQUINOX 600 or EQUINOX 800, or after a factory reset.

AUDIO Bluetooth® hearing aids are intended to connect to Bluetooth devices such as phones and audio streams. EQUINOX 600 and EQUINOX 800 are Bluetooth compatible. If your hearing aid supports Bluetooth A2DP or aptX Low Latency™, it will be compatible with EQUINOX 600 and EQUINOX 800. To pair, press and hold the Wireless button on the side of the control unit for five seconds. The Wireless icon will flash rapidly for about 15 seconds, then the Bluetooth icon will flash to indicate pairing. Initial pairing may take up to five minutes. Do not press the Wireless button during pairing. Once paired, the Bluetooth icon will be solid, and a ‘+’ icon will also appear if the hearing aid supports aptX Low Latency. Consult your hearing aid manual for any device-specific steps. (EQUINOX 700 and EQUINOX 900 are not currently compatible with hearing aids.)

EQUINOX 600 can pair with Bluetooth A2DP or Bluetooth aptX Low Latency headphones.

Rinse the detector with clean fresh water after detecting in water or on the beach. Never use abrasives or solvents. When washing or using the detector underwater, ensure the plastic bung on the rear of the control pod is firmly screwed into the headphone jack.

Do not lubricate or grease any part of the detector, including waterproof seals. Petroleum-based grease will damage the seals and void the warranty.

For deep wading or full submersion, use only Minelab Waterproof EQUINOX Headphones. These have a connector that forms a waterproof seal with the EQUINOX. They are available as an accessory from your local Minelab Authorised Dealer (Part Number: 3011-0372).

Hardwired coils are more reliable for deep-diving detectors.

No. Eight 1.2 V cells provide only 9.6 V, and these detectors require 12 V to operate.

Ensure the battery is fully charged. A low battery can cause a very loud threshold and erratic responses.

Salt, sand and grit can accumulate on the EXCALIBUR II. Rinse thoroughly with fresh water after use, including the coil cover, shafts and battery pack. Ensure the vent holes on each headphone diaphragm are clear for diving equalisation.

Multi-IQ+ is the next generation of Multi-IQ. It delivers more power with lower electromagnetic interference in built-up areas, providing superior performance and depth so users can find previously undetectable targets in most locations.

MANTICORE will outperform EQUINOX in almost every way. Multi-IQ+ provides more power and faster processing, which delivers better detection depth, enhanced recovery speed, more sensitivity adjustment and an advanced 2D discrimination screen with more target information before you dig.

Only Minelab MANTICORE coils are compatible with the MANTICORE detector:

• M8 — 8 × 5 inch elliptical
• M9 — 9 inch round
• M11 — 11 inch round
• M15 — 15 × 13 inch elliptical
• No other coils are compatible. Accessory coils are available from Minelab dealers. Use the online dealer locator to find your nearest store.

ML105 headphones are included with MANTICORE and are over-ear, with the pad surrounding the ear. ML85 headphones are on-ear, with the pad resting on the outer ear.

Search modes:
All-Terrain General: excellent all-round performance for most targets and conditions, with great target separation and strong trash rejection.
All-Terrain Fast: increased recovery speed, excellent target separation and good coke rejection.
All-Terrain High Conductors: excellent for high conductors such as silver coin stacks or copper targets, with good Target ID separation.
All-Terrain Low Conductors: excellent for small or thin objects such as hammered coins or fine gold jewellery.
All-Terrain Trash Reject: for trashy areas, with maximum ferrous rejection.
Beach General: excellent all-round performance for most targets on dry or wet sand, with great target separation and strong trash rejection.
Beach Low Conductors: excellent for small or thin targets such as gold chains, suitable for dry and wet sand.
Beach Deep: lower recovery speed for excellent depth on small or thin targets such as gold chains, suitable for dry and wet sand.
Beach Surf & Seawater: for difficult saltwater conditions, including underwater or surf detecting.
Goldfield General: excellent for small nuggets in benign to moderately mineralised soils, with continuous pitch audio to help hear faint responses. Not recommended for trashy areas.

With Multi-IQ+, ferrous targets are assigned IDs on the same scale as non-ferrous targets. When the processor classifies a target as ferrous, the detector emits a low tone, a red ferrous indicator appears beneath the Target ID number and the 2D screen shows the target trace at the top or bottom, away from the central conductive line.

Complex ferrous targets that combine ferrous and conductive properties similar to some coins generally appear in the lower half of the 2D screen. Larger ferrous targets appear at the top. Some large cylindrical ferrous items, such as big bolts, can show target traces in both the ferrous and non-ferrous regions.

Discrimination lets you accept or reject individual target IDs or ranges. Adjustments apply to both ferrous and non-ferrous IDs and appear as a vertical greyed line across both parts of the selected ID. Ferrous Limits let you set how the detector classifies ferrous versus non-ferrous targets in the upper and lower sections of the 2D screen.

In general, Multi is superior to single frequencies. There are specialist cases where a single frequency may have an advantage. Note that when using single frequencies, Ferrous Limits are disabled and ferrous targets will show a Target ID of 1 to 19 with a red ferrous indication on screen.

Typical runtime from a full charge is about 10 hours. MANTICORE can also be powered directly from any USB power bank that supports 0.5 A or 2 A (5 V), providing continuous runtime limited only by the power bank. Do not use MANTICORE underwater while connected to a USB power bank.

MANTICORE supports charging from devices that comply with the USB 2.0 standard. QuickCharge™ uses a higher voltage and is not compatible with MANTICORE.

From completely flat to 100 per cent, charge time is about seven hours with a high-capacity charger rated above 1.7 A at 5 V. Any standard USB port that supports USB Battery Charging 1.2 can be used, though charge times may be longer with lower-power sources.

Battery longevity depends on factors such as temperature, storage charge level and charge cycles. The most common cause of reduced Li-ion life is storing a fully charged battery at elevated temperatures. Minelab sources high-quality components and most users never need a replacement battery, as shown by long experience with CTX 3030 and GPZ 7000.

Avoid charging or using the detector in extreme temperatures. Avoid rapid temperature swings. Use only reputable USB chargers and avoid ultrafast third-party chargers that claim a full charge in under an hour. For long-term storage, charge the battery to about 50 to 60 per cent. On the MANTICORE Battery Status Indicator, two bars is ideal for storage. Maintain that level periodically during extended storage. Storing below 30 °C (86 °F) minimises Li-ion degradation.

Use reputable, certified USB chargers when charging MANTICORE:

• High-quality 2 A USB chargers with at least 1.7 A at 5 V give a full charge in about seven hours. Typical examples include Apple and Samsung branded chargers.
• A standard USB 2.0 port with 0.5 A at 5 V gives a full charge in about 24 hours.
• Any USB 2.0 computer port or a USB power bank with 0.5 A output will charge in about 24 hours.

The Li-ion battery in the handle is replaceable and covered under warranty for six months from the date of purchase. Minelab recommends using an Authorised Service Centre to avoid damaging the waterproof seal and voiding the warranty.

You can detect on land while charging from a power bank. Do not use the detector underwater while charging or when connected to a power bank.

If the detector is being used while powered by a USB power bank, the battery may charge more slowly if there is spare capacity in the power bank.

Rinse the detector with clean fresh water after detecting in water or on the beach. Do not use abrasives or solvents.

Do not lubricate or grease any part of the detector, including waterproof seals. Petroleum-based grease will damage the seals and void the warranty.

For deep wading or full submersion, use only Minelab Waterproof Headphones. They use a connector that forms a waterproof seal with MANTICORE and are available as an accessory from your local Minelab dealer.

Multi-IQ in X-TERRA ELITE is the same technology used in other Minelab detectors. X-TERRA ELITE also includes a 15 kHz single-frequency option for Park and Field modes.

X-TERRA ELITE is designed for committed detectorists who want a well-priced detector with excellent performance. It gives users more control and settings to tune detection performance. X-TERRA ELITE is waterproof to 5 m (15 ft) and outperforms other single-frequency detectors on the market.
VANQUISH detectors are switch-on-and-go models designed to perform well while being easy to use with minimal adjustments, as the Multi-IQ processor handles the heavy lifting. VANQUISH is suggested for beginners, while X-TERRA ELITE suits intermediate users looking to upgrade from an entry-level detector.

V*X or EQUINOX series coils can be used with the X-TERRA ELITE but no other Minelab branded coils can be used including previous X-TERRA 305, 505 & 705 series coils.

X-TERRA ELITE ships with a V12X 12-inch elliptical Double-D coil. The following accessory coils are available from Minelab dealers:

• V8X 8"" elliptical Double-D (included with the X-TERRA ELITE EXPEDITION pack)
• V10X 10"" elliptical Double-D
• V12X 12"" elliptical Double-D
• EQX06 / EQX|06 6"" round Double-D
• EQX11 / EQX|11 11"" round Double-D
• EQX15 / EQX|15 15 × 12"" Double-D

X-TERRA ELITE will generally outperform VANQUISH and X-TERRA PRO across all terrains on most targets. Performance can be similar in some cases and will vary with ground mineralisation and the metal type of the target.

X-TERRA ELITE delivers outstanding performance in salty conditions, with two beach modes for stability in both wet and dry salty environments.

Yes, you can purchase the Minelab  WM09 wireless module ,  ML85 headphones  or  ML105 headphones  as all of these are compatible with the X-TERRA ELITE. (note that the X-TERRA ELITE EXPEDITION model includes the ML85 headphones in the box)

X-TERRA ELITE uses proprietary wireless audio and is not compatible with current versions of Bluetooth. Minelab ML85 or ML105 headphones and the WM09 module are compatible and available from authorised Minelab dealers.

Park 1 uses a default Multi-IQ transmit frequency and is optimised for modern coins and larger jewellery. It’s a good mode to learn X-TERRA ELITE before exploring other settings.
Park 2 also uses a default Multi-IQ frequency and is optimised for fine jewellery and smaller targets in trash-infested areas. Recovery speed is increased to identify good targets masked by iron trash.
Field 1 uses a default Multi-IQ frequency and is optimised for modern coins and general detecting. High trash rejection makes it ideal in areas containing coke.
Field 2 uses a default Multi-IQ frequency and is optimised for sites with high target and trash density. It excels at coins on edge or at greater depth and also rejects most coke.
Beach 1 uses a default Multi-IQ frequency and is optimised for dry and wet sand. It has lower recovery speed for better depth on all targets and suits coins and small to large jewellery.
Beach 2 uses a default Multi-IQ frequency and is optimised for underwater use where the salt signal is very strong. Transmit power is reduced to handle high salt content. Beach 2 can also be used in dry soils with high salt content.

You can reset an individual Search Profile to its factory preset without performing a full factory reset.
Navigate to the Detect Mode Search Profile you want to reset.
Press and hold the Detect Mode button for five seconds.
‘SP’ will appear on the Target ID display when the profile is reset.
Only local settings are reset; global settings remain unchanged.

Typical runtime from a full charge using wired headphones is about 12 hours. X-TERRA ELITE can also run directly from any USB power bank that supports 0.5 A or 2 A (5 V), for continuous runtime limited only by the power bank’s capacity.

X-TERRA ELITE supports charging from devices that comply with the USB 2.0 standard. QuickCharge™ is a proprietary Qualcomm standard that uses a higher voltage and is not compatible with X-TERRA ELITE.

Charge time from flat to 100% is about four hours with a high-capacity charger (greater than 1.7 A at 5 V).

Battery longevity depends on factors such as temperature, storage charge level and charge cycles. Keeping a fully charged Li-ion battery at elevated temperatures is the most common cause of reduced life. Minelab uses high-quality components and most users never need a replacement battery, based on long experience with CTX 3030 and GPZ 7000 from responsible vendors.

Avoid charging or using the detector in extreme temperatures. Avoid rapid temperature swings. Use reputable USB chargers and avoid ultrafast third-party chargers that claim a full charge in under an hour. For prolonged storage, charge the battery to about 50–60%. On the X-TERRA ELITE Battery Status Indicator, two bars is ideal. Maintain this level periodically during extended storage. Storing below 30 °C (86 °F) minimises Li-ion degradation.

Use reputable, certified USB chargers for X-TERRA ELITE:

• High-quality 2 A USB chargers with 2 A at 5 V give a full charge in about four hours. Typical examples include Apple and Samsung chargers.
• A standard USB 2.0 port with 0.5 A at 5 V gives a full charge in about 18 hours.
• Any USB 2.0 computer port or a USB power bank can be used.

The Li-ion battery in the handle is replaceable and covered under warranty for six months from the date of purchase. Minelab recommends using an Authorised Service Centre to avoid damaging the waterproof seal and voiding the warranty.

You can detect on land while charging from a power bank. Do not use the detector underwater while charging or when connected to a power bank.

If the detector is used while powered by a USB power bank, the internal battery may charge more slowly, depending on spare capacity in the power bank.

Connecting X-TERRA ELITE to a USB power bank lets you keep detecting even if the battery is low or flat. The power bank will charge the detector if there is residual power to charge the battery.

Rinse the detector with clean fresh water after detecting in water or at the beach. Never use abrasives or solvents. When washing underwater, ensure the plastic bung on the rear of the control pod is firmly screwed into the headphone jack.

Do not lubricate or grease any part of the detector, including the waterproof seals. Petroleum-based grease will damage the seals and void the warranty.

For deep wading or full submersion, use only Minelab Waterproof Headphones. They have a connector that forms a waterproof seal with X-TERRA ELITE.

Depth performance in the VANQUISH 60 Series is similar to the X-TERRA ELITE. However, X-TERRA detectors are more configurable for varying conditions.

X-TERRA ELITE is designed for the more committed detectorist looking for a well-priced detector with excellent performance. Users have more control and settings adjustments, allowing detectorists to tune the detection performance.
VANQUISH Series detectors are switch-on-and-go types designed to have great performance while being very easy to use with minimal setting adjustments.
VANQUISH detectors are suggested for beginners, while the X-TERRA ELITE detector is suggested for intermediate detectorists looking to upgrade from a beginner-level detector.

Minelab does not publish the exact frequencies of Multi-IQ technology used in the VANQUISH Series. These frequencies are similar to the Multi-IQ mode in the EQUINOX Series.

The VANQUISH Series does not include any selectable single frequencies. All models utilise Multi-IQ (simultaneous multi-frequency) technology.

VANQUISH 60 Series utilise a 119-target ID range, which is the same as the X-TERRA ELITE, EQUINOX 700 and EQUINOX 900. VANQUISH 340, 440 and 540 utilise a 50-target ID range, which is the same as the EQUINOX 600 and EQUINOX 800.

Recovery speed varies depending on the mode selected.
Park mode has the slowest recovery speed and achieves the greatest depth; however, it has slightly reduced target separation ability.
Field mode has the fastest recovery speed, allowing it to quickly isolate targets from trash; however, it has slightly reduced detection depths.
Beach mode has a fast recovery speed that balances target separation and depth, making it a great all-round setting to use.

The Custom mode is programmable. If you program Custom mode, it will adopt the recovery speed from the mode you program it to, e.g. Park mode = slow recovery speed, Field mode = fast recovery speed, Beach mode = medium recovery speed.

When the detector is switched off, discrimination patterns in Park, Field and Beach modes are all reset. Custom mode will keep its saved discrimination pattern.
This is designed to help users who may make changes to settings without realising. A simple power cycle restores critical detector settings back to defaults.

The VANQUISH 60 Series is compatible with all V*X Series and EQUINOX Series coils:

·         V12X (12" x 9" Double-D)

·         V10X (10" x 7" Double-D)

·         V8X (8" x 5" Double-D)

·         EQX06 (6" round Double-D)

·         EQX11 (11" round Double-D)

·         EQX15 (15" x 12" Double-D)

Use only reputable and certified USB chargers when charging the VANQUISH 60 Series, as detailed below:

·         High-quality 1A USB chargers (1A @ +5V) yield a full charge time of approximately 7 hours (e.g. Apple™ and Samsung™ branded chargers).

·         Standard USB 2.0 port (0.5A @ +5V) yields a full charge time of approximately 14 hours.

·         Any USB 2.0 port on a computer.

·         A USB power bank.

The VANQUISH 60 Series supports charging from devices that comply with the USB 2.0 standard. QuickCharge™ is a proprietary standard developed by Qualcomm that uses a higher voltage and is not compatible with VANQUISH detectors.

The VANQUISH 360, 460 and 560 include a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. The battery level indicator shows the current battery level. Over hundreds of charge cycles, the capacity of lithium-ion batteries will degrade. If battery life is reduced, contact Minelab about battery replacement.

No. The VANQUISH 60 Series uses an internal lithium-ion battery. Due to differences in operating voltages, the VANQUISH 60 Series cannot be used with AA batteries.

No. The VANQUISH 60 Series uses an internal lithium-ion battery. Due to differences in operating voltages, the VANQUISH 60 Series cannot be used with AA batteries.

Longevity for all batteries depends on several factors controllable by the user, such as temperature, charge levels when stored, and charge cycles. The most common cause of reduced Li-ion battery life is keeping a fully charged battery at elevated temperatures.
As with all components used in our detectors, we source only modern, high-quality components from responsible vendors. We do not expect users to experience any battery issues over years of use. Our experience with the CTX 3030 and GPZ 7000 detectors, which both use Li-ion batteries, is that the vast majority of users have never needed to purchase a replacement battery.

·         Avoid charging or using in extreme temperatures.

·         Avoid rapid temperature swings.

·         Use only USB chargers from reputable manufacturers. Avoid ultrafast third-party chargers claiming to fully charge Li-ion batteries in under an hour.

·         Before storing the detector for prolonged periods, charge the battery to approximately 50–60%. On the VANQUISH 60 Series Battery Status Indicator, two bars indicate the optimum charge for storage. Maintain this charge periodically during long storage. Storing at temperatures below 30°C (86°F) will also minimise degradation.

Yes, when detecting on land, without limitations. However, the detector must not be used underwater while charging or connected to a power bank.

Yes. If the detector is being used while powered by a USB power bank, the battery may charge at a slower rate if there is spare capacity in the power bank.

Approximately 10 hours of detecting can be achieved using factory default settings.
When using the flashlight, handle vibration or other features, usage time may decrease.

Yes. The VANQUISH 60 Series detectors can be submerged up to 5 m (16 ft).

The temperature specification for the VANQUISH 60 Series is -10°C to 40°C (14°F – 104°F). If the water is significantly cooler than the air, submerge the detector slowly to avoid rapid pressure changes.

No. Pitch or tone breakpoints cannot be adjusted on the VANQUISH Series. The VANQUISH 560 provides 10 levels of Ferrous Volume Control.

The VANQUISH 460 and 560 have a red backlight for detecting in low-light situations. The backlight is set to ‘Low’ by default at each start-up to reduce battery consumption. Available settings are Off / Low / High.

The Multi-IQ technology used in VANQUISH allows the detector to provide stable and reliable target IDs in light to medium mineralised soils, such as beaches or parks.
For more experienced users, the VANQUISH 460 and 560 include Auto Ground Balance, accessible by pressing and holding the ‘+’ button on the main detect screen. Hold the button while pumping the coil over a clean area of ground and wait for the Ground Balance number on the Target ID indicator to stabilise.

Multi-IQ technology allows VANQUISH 60 Series to operate on wet beach sand and salt water with much higher performance than single-frequency VLF detectors.

The CTX 3030, GPZ 7000 and XChange 2 use SQLite for their data storage. You can extract files using a tool such as SQLiteSpy without installation.
1. Plug the detector into a PC and navigate to the new removable drive that is created.

2. Open the drive and copy the storage database file to your computer.

This file is the storage database that needs to be opened.

To export points from XChange 2:
1. In XChange 2 select the points to extract
2. Drag them to the 'File' folder
3. Open the 'File' folder and click 'Export a Minelab file'
4. Find the file in your 'Downloads' folder
5. Unzip it with a tool such as 7-Zip and extract the shareData file
6. Copy shareData to a working location

This file is in the storage database that needs to be opened.

SQLiteSpy is used in this example, but a similar process with apply to other tools:
1. Open SQLiteSpy.
2. Select 'File' > 'Open Database'
3. Navigate to the location of the database.
4. Change the file type to 'Any file (*.*)'.
5. Select the database and select 'Open'.
6. On the left, there are several tables depending on the database file used.
a. ""findpoint"": this contains each of the FindPoints saved.
b. ""waypoint"": this contains each of the WayPoints saved.
c. ""point"": this contains each of the points used to create a track in all of the GeoHunts. Note: each GeoHunt is identified by a UUID in the ""geohunt_fk"" column.
d. ""geohunt"": this contains the UUID that is used in the ""points"" table to identify each of the GeoHunts.

If you want to extract some FindPoints (the same procedure is used for the other points as well):
1. Double click on the “findpoint” table. This will display all of the FindPoints extracted.
2. Click on a row in the table then press the “Ctrl + A” key to select all rows.
3. Press “Ctrl + C” key to copy all data.
4. Open Excel.
5. Paste the data into the spreadsheet.
6. In some database files the latitude and longitude need to be divided by 10,000,000 in order get them into the correct format for use.
7. Do what you need to with the points from here.

If no targets are detected or buttons pressed for a few minutes, the pinpointer starts a lost alarm with long beeps to help you find it. After five minutes of beeping the unit powers off. The beeping does not occur in vibrate-only mode.

If the battery lid fits but is hard to tighten, the battery may be reversed. The keyed plastic prevents tabs touching the contacts. Reverse the batteries to fix.

After turning the PRO-FIND on two beeps will sound followed by a short third calibration beep. Calibration can take 15 to 20 seconds. Wait for the calibration beep before bringing the PRO-FIND near metal. If metal is near the probe during power-on, calibration fails and you must restart.

Side detection can occur if the target is in the side of the hole. Use the probe tip to check the sides and reduce Sensitivity if needed.

You can use the pinpointer for gold recovery, but it will not match a quality Minelab gold detector for targeting very small nuggets. However, it is a helpful aid for recovering larger nuggets.

At maximum Sensitivity the PRO-FIND 35 detects at greater distances which can help or hinder pinpointing. Reduce Sensitivity to tighten the search area or in mineralised or salty soils to avoid detecting the ground.

PRO-FIND 35 is waterproof to 3 m (10 ft). Ensure the battery cap is fully tightened before submerging.

PRO-FIND 15 is waterproof to 1.5 m (5 ft). Ensure the battery cap is fully tightened before submerging.

Tips for switching on:

• Keep metal away from the probe on start-up
• Wait for the short third beep before detecting
• After long storage or a large temperature change, calibration may take 15 to 20 seconds
• Calibration usually takes less than a second with recent use
• In highly mineralised soils;
• Reduce Sensitivity to stop false triggers
• Audio on and off PRO-FIND 35
• Hold the plus button while turning on to enable audio tones
• Hold the minus button while turning on to disable audio tones
• Ferrous tone on and off PRO-FIND 35
• Hold the plus button for five seconds when on to enable ferrous tones
• Hold the minus button for five seconds when on to disable ferrous tones

To disable the audio tones, you simply need to push and hold the ""minus"" button when powering the PRO-FIND 40 on. To enable the audio tones, you simply need to push and hold the ""plus"" button when powering the PRO-FIND 40 on.

To disable the ferrous tones OFF simply push and hold the ""minus"" button when the PRO-FIND 40 is powered on and then wait for the long beep. To enable the ferrous tones ON simply push and hold the ""plus"" button when the PRO-FIND 40 is powered on and then wait for the long beep.

No, the LED flashlight cannot be adjusted.

No, the vibration cannot be toggled ON/OFF.

The Rapid Re-tune feature was designed so that users do not have to power cycle the pin-pointers to re-tune the PRO-FIND to the environment. To re-tune the PRO-FIND 40 simply short-press the power button when the PRO-FIND 40 is powered on.

At maximum Sensitivity the PRO-FIND 40 can detect targets at greater distances which can be both an advantage and a disadvantage. To pinpoint a target sometimes it’s better to have a less sensitive probe to reduce the search area, so we have given you the ability to adjust it how you see fit. The Sensitivity may also need to be reduced in mineralised or salty soils, so that you are only detecting metal and not the minerals in the ground.

Side detection occurring with the target (or multiple) in the side of the hole. Use the tip of the probe to check around the sides of the hole. Reducing the Sensitivity can also help.

Yes, but be aware that the PRO-FIND 40 won’t have the same sensitivity to very small nuggets as a quality Minelab metal detector. It will be a good aid in target recovery for larger nuggets.

Yes, the PRO-FIND 40 is waterproof to 3 meters (10ft) and can be washed. When washing always use clean fresh water.

If no targets are detected or buttons pressed for 5 minutes, then the PRO-FIND 40 will start a slow constant beep (Lost Alarm) this alarm will sound for 5 minutes and then the PRO-FIND 40 will power off to save battery life.

The battery may be flat or inserted incorrectly. Replace the battery and/or check the battery orientation. If you are still having issues, contact your closest Minelab Service Centre.

The PRO-FIND 40 has a third beep that notifies you that the pin-pointer has calibrated to the environment. This can sometimes take up to 30 seconds to occur depending on environmental conditions. You can short press the power button to perform a rapid re-tune. You should then hear a confirmation beep and the PRO-FIND 40 should now detect metals.

Tips for switching on:

• Make sure there is no metal close to the probe.
• Listen for the third beep (short) before trying to detect any metals.
• If it has been a long time since the unit was last used(several days) or there has been significant temperature change since it’s last use, then it may take up to 30 seconds to calibrate.
• Calibration usually takes less than a second when the unit has been used recently.
• In highly mineralised soils:
• You may need to use the rapid re-tune feature, particularly if the soil has variable mineralisation levels.
• You might benefit by reducing the sensitivity to ensure smooth operation.

X-TERRA VOYAGER uses different technology and only the supplied coil is compatible.

X-TERRA VOYAGER currently has no accessory coils.

The depth gauge is approximate and should be used as a guide only, as very large or small metals affect accuracy. Coin-sized objects estimate: 1 arrow = 1"" (25 mm), 2 arrows = 3"" (75 mm), 3 arrows = 5"" (125 mm), 4 arrows = 6"" (150 mm), 5 arrows = >6"" (>150 mm).

The X-TERRA VOYAGER has no wireless capability. You can use a third-party Bluetooth transmit module if desired (not supplied by Minelab).

All Metal allows the detector to detect all metal types. In all metal mode there is no discrimination of any metal types. Custom provides users the ability to discriminate any of the target group icons at the top of the screen. You simply navigate through to the desired target group and the icon will flash for a few seconds and then it will disappear. All target ID’s in this target group will now be discriminated out. To detect the discriminated target group simply navigate away from the target group and then navigate back to the desired target group. The icon will flash for a few seconds and then appear. All target ID’s in the target group will now detect again. Jewelry  provides discrimination pattern that ignores most iron/ferrous junk. You will also find coins, relics and other non-ferrous metals. This mode is good for trashy environments. Learn allows users to detect 1 specific target group. You simply need to wave the desired metal over the detection coil, the detector will then learn this target ID and accept only targets ID’s within that target group.

Typical runtime with new high-quality 9-volt alkaline batteries is about 20 hours.

Remove the batteries after use to reduce leakage risk and preserve charge. Leaking batteries can also damage the internal electronics of your detector. This type of damage is not covered under warranty.

• Avoid rapid extreme temperature swings.
• When detecting avoid using the backlight. When the backlight is not switched on this can help maximise battery life.
• Use 3.5 mm (1/8"") headphones. Using the headphones will use less battery when compared to using the detector’s loudspeaker.

Practice cleaning your detector after each use with fresh water only. Never use abrasives or solvents to clean the detector. The detection coil is waterproof and can be washed with the hose. The screen pod should be carefully wiped with a clean, damp cloth to avoid any water or moisture entering.

Do not lubricate or grease any part of the detector. Petroleum-based grease can damage plastics and void the warranty.

GO-FIND coils are fixed and cannot be changed.

GO-FIND battery compartment is in the handle. Pull the small rear tab down and lift the lid to access the batteries.

GO-FIND can use 1.2 V Ni-MH rechargeables or 1.5 V cells only. Many AA lithium batteries exceed the maximum voltage and must not be used, as they can damage the detector and are not covered under warranty.

The GO-FIND coil is waterproof to 60 cm (2 ft) and can be washed. The screen pod is not waterproof and must never be washed or submerged.

GO-FIND uses Easy-Trak ground balance to sense salt mineralisation and adjust automatically for smooth operation at beaches and parks

Wireless headphones can be used via your smartphone, not paired directly to the detector. Connect your headphones to your phone and pair GO-FIND 44 or 66 to the phone via the GO-FIND app.

In your Android phone Google Play Store & Apple iPhone App Store  Search for Minelab GO-FIND. GO-FIND by Minelab Electronics Pty Ltd will be 1st – 2nd in search result.

The PRO app features are free with GO-FIND 66. Download the GO-FIND app and it will unlock full PRO functions when paired with a GO-FIND 66.

Download the same GO-FIND App for FREE. When the app is paired with a GO-FIND 44, it will activate basic App functions.

Download the same GO-FIND App for FREE. When this GO-FIND App is paired with a GO-FIND 44, the App will activate basic App functions. It is optional to upgrade your Basic App functions to Pro App functions, just like how it used on a GO-FIND 66. In-app purchase is available for upgrading.

For the first-time use, you need to pair GO-FIND 44/66 with your mobile device:
First-time pairing for GO-FIND 44 and 66:

• Ensure Bluetooth is activated on your smartphone

• Ensure Bluetooth app permissions have been accepted

• Press and hold the Bluetooth button for three seconds until the on-screen icon flashes fast

• Open the GO-FIND app on your smartphone

• Press “Tap here to connect” at the top of the screen

• Initial pairing completed, you can now use the app with the detector

See also: 
In the GO-FIND App, tap the Help Question Mark button on the bottom right corner to view the Bluetooth pairing guide and the Bluetooth connection guide.

No, after the pairing for the first time use. Your next time use should just require a short press to turn on Bluetooth function.

Tap the Bluetooth button (short press), until the indicator icon flashes slowly on the detector screen
Touch ‘Tap here to connect’ at the top of the screen in the App

You can now use App with the detector

Android 11 or later with Bluetooth Low Energy hardware.
Iphone IOS 8.0 or later with Bluetooth Lower Energy hardware.

PRO-SWITCH technology is single-frequency VLF that lets you change transmit frequency at the touch of a button to optimise performance. Park and Field offer 5, 10 and 15 kHz. Beach modes have an 8 kHz single frequency for high salt mineralisation.

Multi-IQ will provide better results than PRO-SWITCH. PRO-SWITCH can match performance in some situations if optimised correctly, but Multi-IQ maximises performance automatically while PRO-SWITCH relies on the user tuning.

VANQUISH with Multi-IQ is switch-on-and-go with excellent performance and minimal adjustments. X-TERRA PRO is waterproof up to 5 m (16 ft), and a high-performing single-frequency detector for more committed users who want more control of transmit frequency and tuning for specific targets. Target IDs on the X-TERRA PRO will generally not be quite as stable as Multi-IQ Target IDs and Multi-IQ detectors will generally provide superior performance when in conductive (salty) soils.

The X-TERRA PRO includes a V12X 12"" Elliptical Double-D coil in the box, you can purchase the below accessory coils from your local Minelab dealership. Any coil that is compatible with the EQUINOX detectors is also compatible with the X-TERRA PRO.

• V8X 8"" Elliptical Double-D coil ( 3011-0457 )
• V10X 10"" Elliptical Double-D coil ( 3011-0458 )
• EQX|06 (6"" Round Double-D coil) ( 3011-0462 )
• EQX|11 (11"" Round Double-D coil) ( 3011-0463 )
• ​​​​​​​EQX|15 (15""x12"" Elliptical Double-D coil) ( 3011-0464 )

Start with 10 kHz on X-TERRA PRO for good all-round depth and sensitivity. Lower frequencies tend to suit high conductors such as silver or copper with depths similar to Multi-IQ. It is expected when running a higher transmit frequency on the X-TERRA PRO that performance on lower conductors containing gold will provide similar depths to Multi-IQ detectors.

At the beach in salty conditions most single frequency detectors struggle with mineralisation. The X-TERRA PRO provides unprecedented performance for a single frequency VLF detector in salty conditions.

You can reset an individual Search Profile without a full factory reset. Only the local settings will be reset and any global settings will remain in their last-use state.

• Navigate to the Detect Mode Search Profile you wish to reset.
• Press and hold the Detect Mode button for 5 seconds.
• SP will appear on the Target ID Display when a Detect Mode Search Profile is reset.

The ML85 headphones, ML105 headphones and WM09 wireless module are all compatible. There are currently no aftermarket wireless headphones available for the X-TERRA PRO.

The X-TERRA PRO uses proprietary wireless audio and is not compatible with standard Bluetooth. The ML85, ML105 and WM09 are the supported options for X-TERRA PRO. and are available from your local authorised Minelab dealer.

Park 1: provides a default 10 kHz transmit frequency and is optimised for detecting modern coins and larger jewellery. This is a good mode to learn the X-TERRA PRO before experimenting with other settings.
Park 2: provides a default 15 kHz transmit frequency and is optimised for detecting fine jewellery and smaller targets in trash infested areas. Recovery speed in Park 2 is increased to clearly identify good targets masked by iron trash.
Field 1: provides a default 10 kHz transmit frequency and is optimised for detecting modern coins and general detecting. It has a high trash rejection which makes it an ideal detect mode for areas containing coke.
Field 2: provides a default 15 kHz transmit frequency and is optimised for locations with high target and trash densities. This mode is great for coins on edge or sitting at greater depths. Locate treasure easily with the high trash rejection detect mode.
Beach 1: provides a default 8 kHz transmit frequency and is optimised for dry and wet sand. Beach 1 mode has a lower recovery speed for better depth across all targets and is good for detecting coins and small to large jewellery.
Beach 2: provides a default 8 kHz transmit frequency and is optimised for underwater usage where a very strong salt signal is present. To compensate for the high salt content, Beach 2 has a lower transmit power. Beach 2 has a higher recovery speed to aid in saltwater rejection. It can also be used in dry soils that are conductive (salty).

Typical runtime from a full charge using wired headphones on X-TERRA PRO is about 16 hours. It can also run from any USB power bank that supports 0.5 A or 2 A at 5 V for effectively continuous operation limited by the power bank.

The X-TERRA PRO charges from USB 2.0 compliant devices. QuickCharge™ is a proprietary standard develop by Qualcomm that uses a higher voltage and is not compatible with X-TERRA PRO detectors.

Charge time is about four hours from flat with a high-capacity charger greater than (>1.7 A at 5 V).

Battery longevity depends on factors often within the user’s control, including temperature, storage charge levels, and charge cycles. The most common cause of reduced Li-ion battery life is storing a fully charged battery at high temperatures. We use only modern, high-quality components from responsible vendors and do not expect battery issues over many years of use. Our experience with the CTX 3030 and GPZ 7000, both using Li-ion batteries, shows most users have never needed a replacement.

Avoid charging or using in extreme temperatures.

• Avoid rapid extreme temperature swings.
• Use only USB chargers from reputable manufacturers. Avoid so-called ultrafast chargers from third parties that claim to fully charge Li-ION batteries in less than one hour.
• Before storing the detector for prolonged periods, the battery should be charged to approximately 50-60 per cent. On the X-TERRA PRO Battery Status Indicator, 2-bars is the optimum charge for prolonged storage. Maintaining the 2-bar charge periodically during extended storage is also advisable. Extended storage in temperatures less than 30°C (86°F) will also minimise degradation to Li-ion battery life.

Use only reputable and certified USB Chargers when charging the X-TERRA PRO battery as detailed below:

• High Quality 2A USB Chargers with a capacity of 2 A at +5 V will yield a full charge time of approximately 4 hours. Typical examples are Apple™ and Samsung™ branded chargers.
• Standard USB 2.0 Port with a capacity of 0.5 A at +5 V will yield a full charge time of approximately 18 hours.
• Any USB 2.0 Port on a computer (0.5 A capacity, approximately 18 hours for a full charge)
• A USB Power bank (0.5 A capacity, approximately 18 hours for a full charge)

The Li-ion battery in the handle is replaceable and has a six-month warranty from the date of purchase. Minelab recommends using an Authorised Service Centre to avoid damaging the waterproof seal and voiding the warranty.

You may detect on land while connected to a power bank. Do not use the detector underwater while charging or connected to a power bank.

When running from a power bank, the internal battery may charge more slowly depending on spare capacity.

Wash the detector with clean fresh water after detecting in water or on the beach. Never use abrasives or solvents to clean the detector. Whenever washing or using your detector underwater always ensure that the coil connecter socket is fully screwed into the headphone jack.

Do not lubricate or grease any part of the detector including waterproof seals. Petroleum-based grease will damage seals and void the warranty.

If deep wading or fully submerged, we recommend using only Minelab Waterproof Headphones. These have a specially engineered connector that forms a waterproof seal when used with the X-TERRA PRO. These headphones are available as an accessory. (Part Number:  3011-0372 )

VANQUISH 460 and 560 can operate with any Bluetooth® LE Audio (LC3 Codec) headphones. Other versions of Bluetooth Classic are not compatible. VANQUISH 360 does not have wireless audio capability.

Yes. Software updates can be found on the Minelab website on the relevant VANQUISH 360, 460 and 560 product pages, in the ‘Downloads’ section.

VANQUISH 60 Series detectors are under warranty for three years (36 months) from the date of purchase. Detailed product warranty information can be found under Support at minelab.com.

Including battery weight, the VANQUISH 60 Series weight depends on which coil is fitted to the detector:

·         V8X or V10X coil – 1.16 kg (2.6 lbs)

·         V12X coil – 1.26 kg (2.8 lbs)

The VANQUISH 560 PRO-PACK contains the same VANQUISH 560 detector but includes the smaller V8X coil and the ML60 Bluetooth® LE Audio (LC3 Codec) earbuds.

The Iron Bias setting varies depending on the model purchased and the selected mode:

·         VANQUISH 360 – non-adjustable Iron Bias level of 2 in each detect mode.

·         VANQUISH 460 – Iron Bias adjustments of 0, 1 and 2.

·         VANQUISH 560 – Iron Bias adjustments of -1, 0, 1 and 2.

Yes. It is good practice to wash the detector with clean, fresh water after detecting in water or on the beach. Never use abrasives or solvents to clean the detector.
When washing or using your detector underwater, always ensure that the plastic bung on the rear of the control pod is firmly screwed into the headphone jack. Always check that the charging port is clean and dry before connecting the charger after use in wet conditions.

No. It is not necessary to lubricate or grease any part of the detector, including the waterproof seals. Using any petroleum-based grease will damage the waterproof seals and void the warranty.

For deep wading or full submersion, use only Minelab Waterproof Headphones. These have a specially engineered connector that forms a waterproof seal when used with the VANQUISH 60 Series. These headphones are available as an accessory (Part Number: 3011-0372).

The GOLD MONSTER 1000 is designed to find small nuggets in moderately mineralised ground. It has excellent sensitivity to shallow small nuggets and can detect some larger nuggets at depth. As soil mineralisation increases the Gold Monster 1000 becomes noisier making it harder to hear target signals. The Gold Monster 2000 will operate quieter in highly mineralised soils making target signals and ground noise easier to differentiate.

The Gold Monster 2000 uses Multi-AU technology which is a simultaneous multi-frequency technology, more similar to Multi-IQ technology. Multi-AU differs from Multi-IQ because it transmits higher frequencies which are more reactive to gold nuggets and ground balances soil mineralisation better than Multi-IQ. Multi-AU is not Pulse Induction but it processes the ground balance information in a similar way.

The Multi-AU signal uses a frequency range from 12kHz – 75kHz, the exact frequencies are not provided.

Only the GM2000 05 and GM2000 10 coils are compatible with the GOLD MONSTER 2000. The GM2000 05 is included in the box, and the GM2000 10 is available as an accessory.
The coils and skid-plates for the Gold Monster 1000 and Gold Monster 2000 are not interchangeable due to the different technologies used in each detector and the physical size of the coils.

The coil cable should be wound around the shaft. The first winding of the coil cable should go over the shaft to reduce stress and prevent damage. Wind the cable closely around the shaft, leaving enough room for free movement, then clip it to the rear of the screen pod and screw the connector in securely.

The GOLD MONSTER 2000 does not have wireless audio capability. Any 3.5mm stereo headphones can be plugged into the rear of the control pod.

The GOLD MONSTER 2000 will operate for about 8 hours on a fully charged Li-Ion battery, which takes 5 to 6 hours to charge.

Yes, the batteries for the Gold Monster 1000 and Gold Monster 2000 are interchangeable and they can both be used in either detector without any issues.

The AA battery carrier can be used in the Gold Monster 2000. This is not suggested because battery life will be reduced and the on-screen battery indicator will become inaccurate as it is not designed to monitor Alkaline battery life.

The GOLD MONSTER 2000 battery should only be charged from a nominal 12V battery when charging from a vehicle.

The detector is upgradeable (if required) by using a USB-C data transfer cable. A cable with a USB-C connector body less than 17mm in length will be required.

The Gold Chance Indicator shows ferrous or non-ferrous content. A consistent right indication means high non-ferrous content such as gold, silver, brass, copper, aluminium, lead, zinc, or other non-ferrous alloys. A left indication shows high ferrous content, likely steel, iron or hot rocks.

Large steel or iron targets can sometimes indicate as non-ferrous if their conductive properties mask their magnetic properties.

When in Auto 1 or Auto 2 the detector will automatically adjust the sensitivity to ensure the detector doesn’t run erratically in the presence of high ground noise or EMI. The Auto modes have a finer tune than the manual modes. (e.g. sensitivity 8.2 or 7.6)
When in Manual the detector will not adjust the sensitivity level. It is up to the user to determine what level of sensitivity is optimal for the environment they are detecting in.

There are 10 manual and 2 auto sensitivity levels.
Auto 1 mode is position 11 and adjusts automatically for smooth operation.
Auto 2 mode is position 12 and is more aggressive, offering extra depth but may increase ground noise.
Manual sensitivity (positions 1–10) allows expert users to fine-tune performance but requires manual adjustments in varying conditions.

The GOLD MONSTER 2000 is so sensitive it can detect the salt in your blood if you pass your hand over the coil. Always use the supplied plastic scoop when retrieving a target to avoid detecting your hand. It is not designed for beach use.

Chattering or inconsistent audio is usually caused by mineralisation or EMI. Switch the detector off and on, this will initiate a Noise Cancel which will help reduce EMI.
If this doesn’t help fix the issue and the detector is set to Auto 2, switch to Auto 1 or a low manual setting (1 or 2).
If that does not help, move away from EMI sources such as power lines, mobile towers, generators, other detectors, etc.

Random detection beeps may be caused by soil mineralisation. The GOLD MONSTER 2000’s auto-tracking ground balance will adjust to compensate, but rapid or extreme changes in mineralisation can cause false signals. Ground Balance the detector by pumping the coil up and down over problem areas to help balance. If this doesn’t work then you can try lowering the sensitivity or try using the difficult Ground Type setting.

Echo Wave audio superimposes discrimination tones onto the detection audio, meaning that there are 2 different audio types being played through the speaker at the same time. (High tones for non-ferrous targets and low tones for ferrous targets).
This provides users with 2 types of audio that can help discriminate between ferrous and non-ferrous targets. Echo Wave audio provides users with extreme sensitivity to tiny nuggets, while at the same time hearing discrimination information on the target with no loss of sensitivity.

There unfortunately isn’t one specific Target ID for gold nuggets, if the gold is very small it will be less conductive, providing a lower Target ID. As the gold becomes larger the Target ID number increases. This is why we suggest digging all targets, regardless of the Target ID.
00 = salt conductivity or charcoal.
00 – 15 = small gold nuggets, foil, lead shot and small iron fragments.
10 – 40 = medium gold nuggets, iron trash, small coins or hot rocks.
40 – 99 = large gold nuggets, large iron trash or larger coins.