Garrett Metal Detectors Metal Detector GTI 1500 Instrukcja Użytkownika Strona 1

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Inspect contents of the clear plastic enve-lope (see above).• One (1) knob• Two (2) Washers• One (1) threaded bolt1. Attach the lower stem to the 9

2. Depress buttons in the Control Housing stem and slide on the Upper Stem (see Image B above).3. Depress the buttons in the Lower Stem and ins

of the searchcoil can be changed easily, if required. To connect the cable to the detector, insert the cable connector into the con

GTI 1500 TOUCH PADS• Power/Hold to ResetTurns detector ON and OFF as well as returns it to factory settings when held.• Menu/ScrollAllows the

—Custom Functions Menu Sensitivity (Depth), Threshold (Audio Level), Frequency, Volume, Tone, Rechargable battery —Search Aids Salt Elimi

Jewelry, Relics, Zero, Custom) that was previously being used.- & +These touch pads permit precise regula-tion of the GTI 1500 . Y

GRAPHIC TARGET DISPLAYTarget ID GuideThis guide printed above the LCD screen shows U.S. coin denominations, gold, sil-ver and other typical

Operating StatusThe complete operating status of your detector is shown on the screen at all times. When the TREASURE IMAGING (pinpoin

Rechargeable (seen in lower right corner of LCD screen). When one of these func-tions has been illuminated by use of the MENU/SCROL

Size C - Oval extending to C grid lines (purple): targets larger than coins and smaller than 12-oz. cans, such as large rings, sm

side of the diagram and the horizontal color-coded lines connecting them. These refer to the five relative sizes at the bot-tom of the Disp

HUNTING BASICS This OneTouch detector is today's most advanced; yet, its basic automatic opera-tion makes it as simple to operate as

3. Your GTI 1500 begins operating with all settings at factory-set levels. Any of the settings can be easily changed, but you many never wa

DiscoveryDetection of all metal targets will be indicated by the appearance of a Target Cursor on the Upper Scale. A cursor will ap

Treasure Imaging (Pinpoint)Press and hold this touch pad to put your detector into a Treasure Imaging (Pinpoint) mode so that you can

Coins mode and that you read carefully the Warning section in this manual. By now you are also certainly impressed with the super sensi

Correct operating techniques will enable you to properly use all of the data pre-sented by your detector to become aware of the precise na

OPERATING ADJUSTMENTSStatus of each of the control selections will be shown on the LCD Graphic Display above the control panel touch pads. When

unlike that of ordinary detectors, however, adapts automatically to the coil's rate of movement. Your searches will have the same hig

CONTROL SETTINGSSensitivity (Depth)Press the MENU touch pad to display SENSITIVITY on the screen (shown with factory setting at approxim

SPECIAL NOTICEThe Garrett GTI 1500 metal detector with Treasure Imaging and Graphic Target Analyzer truly adds a new dimension to treasure

Press + to increase sensitivity. Press - to decrease. A single touch and release adjusts the level in a small increment. Continuous

The audio will increase sharply when-ever a desirable target is encountered. (Remember, a cursor will indicate every target.) When he

Whenever you hear unusual sounds and believe that you are encountering interfer-ence, press and release the MENU touch pad until FREQ appea

controls the maximum volume of sound produced by the GTI 1500 only when a target is encountered, it will not affect the threshold level yo

lower the pitch to a bass tone. All touches will make changes indicated on the Upper Scale. Experiment to find the pitch that suits your hearing

SEARCH AIDS Salt EliminationWhen hunting on an ocean beach, or over any ground with high salt content, you may want to use this Search Aid to el

is necessary at factory settings. To turn off this function use MENU to display the word, press - and the word will begin blinking

with the various operating functions will be retained by the detector when you press POWER to turn the detector OFF. These personal

OPERATING MODES Press MENU and use the + touch pad to rotate through five different modes of detection that are available, each with

treasure hunters, however, all understand that they must dig some junk occasionally. Correct operation of the GTI 1500 should reduce this wasted effo

Although the GTI 1500 is built to with-stand rugged treatment outdoors while giving years of trouble-free service, always remember that thi

ing good targets in the lower conductivity range, items generally sought by most relic hunters.Zero DiscriminationThis mode, shown above, per

retained by the detector's memory when it is switched OFF.Many GTI 1500 owners may rarely use the Custom mode, and will hunt onl

SETTING DISCRIMINATION (Notches)Using only the discrimination of its factory-set Coins, Jewelry, Relics and Zero operat-ing modes, the GTI 1500 w

First Method: While in the OPERATE mode press the + and - touch pads to position the blinking cursor above the Discrimination Segment correspondi

on. If it is showing, pressing this pad will turn it OFF.Remember: When you press the ACCEPT/REJECT touch pad, you cause the dis-crimination cir

modes return to factory-set detection settings each time the detector is turned OFF and turned back ON. Custom mode discrimination c

tors permit such accurate levels of precise discrimination. Return to factory settings by pressing and holding the POWER touch pad for 5 seconds.4

TREASURE IMAGING Sizing and pinpointing targets precisely are important capabilities of your GTI 1500. Furthermore, when you press and h

will notice a more distinct audio sound when the target is directly beneath the searchcoil's center. In addition, you will note

Four typical examples: Graphic Target Imaging 1500 - 49

CONTENTS To The Owner 6Assembly 9Touch pads 13Graphic Target Display 16 Hunting Basics 21Operatin

Radiating Size ArrayWhile the TREASURE IMAGING touch pad is being pressed and held, you may occa-sionally observe a size reading that con-tinu

BENCH TESTINGThis will enable you to test typical targets and to learn about the discriminating capabilities of the GTI before taking it into the

will cause a "beep." Pay particular atten-tion to the size of each target as indicated when you press and hold the TREASURE IMAG

OPERATING RECOMMENDATIONSAs you walk, scan the searchcoil from side to side in a straight line or slight arc. Keep the coil level and at a const

Raising the coil an inch or two as you scan over such soil is sometimes helpful. Remember to keep the coil level and at a consta

Last ModeUse of this touch pad can be particularly helpful while scanning because it effec-tively converts your GTI 1500 into an ins

Another indication of a reject target is an audio signal as you scan one way, and no response when scanning from the other direction.If you enc

as ground and atmospheric conditions permit. Attempting to operate at sensitivi-ties above a level that permits a quiet and stable operation may

Remember that newly buried objects, especially coins, will be somewhat more difficult to detect than items buried for some time. This i

HEADPHONE JACK The headphone jack is located at the rear of the battery pack under the armrest. Headphones are a valuable accessory for any

TO THE OWNER As the proud owner of a Garrett GTI 1500, you enter a new and exciting world of treasure hunting. Treasure imaging and the Gra

SEARCHCOILS Your GTI 1500 is equipped with a 9.5" PROformance imaging coil. You may also wish to purchase a 12.5" imaging coi

BATTERIES The GTI 1500 is equipped with two bat-tery packs, each holding four (4) standard AA batteries. (It is recommended that top quality h

Checking ConditionBattery condition is reported continuously by the horizontal row of squares on the lower right side of the screen. Five are v

3. Slip up the two covers on the battery panel and remove them completely.4. Take out the two battery holders (which are not connected by

proper orientation. This is important! If an effort is made to install holders incorrectly, replacing the battery case covers will be difficult.

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Your Garrett GTI 1500 represents the highest quality in metal detector manufac-turing. Complement it with quality acces-

MAINTENANCE• Always remember that your GTI 1500 is a sensitive electronic instrument. It is built to withstand rugged treatment in the ou

• When storing for a month or longer, remove batteries from the detector and from their holders as well. Graphic Target Imaging 1500 - 67

SPECIALIZED HUNTING CoinsBecause of its unique discrimination and imaging capabilities, the GTI 1500 func-tions as an outstanding coin

cover quantities of specific trash targets that are not being eliminated from detec-tion by factory-set discrimination. You can then use the A

• Use the Target ID Guide to learn what you've found.• Pinpoint electronically to determine loca-tion of target and learn size and depth.

RelicsRelics of all shapes and sizes can be found with a GTI 1500 when you hunt in its Relics mode. This mode is especially design

Gold Stinger is recommended.It must be emphasized, however, that prospectors, when using the GTI 1500 or any other quality detector usually prefe

REPAIR SERVICE In case of difficulty, read this Owner's Manual again thoroughly to make certain your Garrett GTI 1500 is not ino

• You have checked with your dealer. • You have tried to restore factory set-tings. • You have carefully packed the detec-tor in its ori

post unless you give written authorization to ship collect by air parcel post, UPS Blue (air) or air freight.74 - Garrett Metal Detectors

RECOMMENDED READINGSince your Garrett GTI 1500 is a truly universal detector, all of the RAM books will be pertinent to its use. Of

about One-Touch detectors such as the GTI 2500.You will also be interested in The New Successful Coin Hunting, filled with "how

Graphic Target Imaging 1500 - 77Please send me the following RAM books:(Please indicate number of copies desired.)___ New Successful Coin Hunting ...

78 - Garrett Metal DetectorsMAIL-IN ORDER FORMAdd $2.00 for rst book, and $1.00 for each additional book ordered (maximum $3.00) for handling and

SPECIFICATIONSDetector Type: Very low Frequency, trans-mitter/receiver, Treasure Imaging and Graphic Target Analyzer for precise target identifica

Welcome again to the Garrett fraternity of successful treasure hunting hobbyists. Now, find your own coins and other treasures with t

Battery Life: (Approximate)Alkaline: 25 hrs.Carbon Zinc: 18 hrs.NiMH: 20 hrs.Humidity: 0 to 95% Non-condensing Temperatures:Operating: 0˚ to 130˚F.Sto

MIND YOUR MANNERS Filling holes and obeying no trespassing signs are but two requirements of a dedi-cated metal detector hobbyist. A sincere req

• I will not destroy property, buildings or the remains of ghost towns and other deserted structures.• I will not leave litter or uncover

TRADEMARKS / PATENTSGTI 1500, TreasureVision, Graphic Target Analyzer and OneTouch are TM of Garrett Electronics, Inc.Patent Protection: Garrett&

WARNING!Any metal detector may discover under-ground power lines, explosives or other items which when struck could cause per-sonal injury.

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ASSEMBLYYour GTI 1500 is shipped complete in one carton:A. Control HousingB. Upper and Lower StemsC. Imaging SearchcoilD. Parts EnvelopeE. Training DV