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Target Depth Determination
Target Depth Determination
Typemetal detectormetal detector
Suitable forgroundground
Principle of operationVFLEXVFLEX
Coil/frame
Type
concentric
concentric
Shape
round
round
Frequency7.5 kHz7.5, 18.75 kHz
Waterproof
Dimensions (WxD)22.8x22.8 cm22.8x22.8 cm
Number of coils11
Specs
Number of detection frequencies32
Detection frequency3, 7.5, 18.75 kHz7.5, 18.75 kHz
Max. detection depth100 cm100 cm
Coin detection depth33 cm30 cm
Discriminator
Discrimination segments1912
Ground balancemanual / automaticmanual
Features
Functions
Pin-Point mode
sensitivity adjustment
threshold tone
anti-interference
tone identification
VDI identification / Target ID
target depth determination
volume control
low charge indicator
Pin-Point mode
sensitivity adjustment
threshold tone
anti-interference
tone identification
VDI identification / Target ID
target depth determination
volume control
low charge indicator
More features
LCD display
armrest
built-in speaker
headphone output
LCD display
armrest
built-in speaker
headphone output
General
Power source4xAA4xAA
Shaft length122 – 142 cm122 – 142 cm
Weight1.3 kg1.3 kg
Added to E-Catalogseptember 2014august 2014

Frequency

The characteristics of the installed coil determine the operating frequency of the metal detector. See "Detection frequency" for more details.

Number of detection frequencies

The number of individual operating frequencies at which the metal detector can operate. For more on the frequencies themselves, see "Detection Frequency" below; here we note that the more options ( 3 frequencies and more) are provided in the design, the wider the capabilities of the metal detector, the easier it is to adjust it to the specifics of the objects being searched and the environment. However, most models have one frequency.

Detection frequency

The operating frequency (or frequency range) of the metal detector. This is one of the most important parameters when choosing a device, because the optimal frequency for different cases will be different — depending on the size and material of the items being searched, the characteristics of the soil and other factors. Detailed recommendations on the choice of frequency for each specific situation can be found in special sources; And already on the basis of this information, it is worth choosing a specific model.

Note that the actual frequency at which the metal detector will operate also depends on the installed coil — they are usually made for a specific frequency. Therefore, to use the full capabilities of the device with the ability to adjust this parameter, you may need replaceable coils.

Coin detection depth

The deepest depth at which a metal detector is capable of detecting small coins and other objects of similar size. Many users buy a device with the intention of “hunting” for metal trifles, so manufacturers often indicate this parameter separately in the specifications. Due to the small size of the coins, their detection depth is usually much less than the total maximum detection depth (see above).

Discrimination segments

The number of individual discrimination programs provided in the design of the metal detector. In this case, discrimination means filtering the detected objects using a discriminator (see above) so that the device does not work on unwanted objects such as pieces of foil, bottle caps, etc. You can also configure such a filter completely manually, but this may require special knowledge and create difficulties for inexperienced users. To avoid this, some models may have preset programs instead of manual settings. Thanks to such programs, the user just needs to select from the list what type of objects the metal detector should react to, and all the necessary settings will be set by the device's electronics.

Ground balance

Ground balancing method provided in the design of the metal detector. By itself, such balancing is a setting of work parameters for the characteristics of a particular soil — after all, depending on its mineralization, humidity, etc. The soil affects the search signal in different ways, and the device electronics must take this effect into account for high-quality processing of such a signal. Due to the correct balancing, the detection of the desired objects is ensured and at the same time the probability of false positives is minimized; and it can be done in the following ways:

Automatic. The most convenient type of balancing that does not require the user to manually adjust the device. Usually, tuning requires some time to move the coil up and down above the ground until the automation sets the necessary parameters. There are two types of auto tuning: preset and tracking. The first option involves balancing the metal detector for a specific type of soil before starting work, after which the device uses the same parameters until the next setting. Such a scheme is inexpensive and can be used even in fairly simple models, but it is not very reliable: even a small change in the type of soil under the coil leads to a decrease in the effective detection depth and an increase in the probability of false positives. Follow-up balancing does not have this disadvantage: devices with this function constantly monitor the characteristics of t...he soil and make the necessary corrections to the operating parameters right in the process of operation. This increases the efficiency of the search, however, the price of such devices is very high.

— Manual. As the name implies, with such balancing, the necessary parameters must be set by the user himself. This option is considered the most reliable, because. even the most advanced automatic systems do not always work perfectly; And yes, this setup is cheap. On the other hand, it requires certain skills from the operator and may not be suitable for inexperienced users.

— Manual / automatic. A variant that combines both types of balancing described above; in such models, the user can choose the way of setting as they wish.
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