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USER MANUAL CS400 VELLEMAN

ADVANCED METAL DETECTOR WITH LCD

ZAAWANSOWANY WYKRYWACZ METALI Z LCD

To all residents of the European Union Important environmental information about this product This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its lifecycle could harm the environment. Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should be taken to a specialized company for recycling. This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service. Respect the local environmental rules. If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities. Thank you for choosing Velleman! Please read the manual thoroughly before bringing this device into service. If the device was damaged in transit, do not install or use it and contact your dealer.

Keep the device away from children and unauthorised users.

Caution: wearing headphones in public places may lead to hazardous situations as traffic noise or audible warning signals are subdued.

NEVER TOUCH AMUNITION OR OTHER POTENTIALLY LETHAL OBJECTS. Clearly mark the finding location – have somebody guard the site when possible - and contact the local authorities at once.

3. General Guidelines

Refer to the Velleman

Service and Quality Warranty on the last pages of this manual.

• Protect this device from shocks and abuse. Avoid brute force when operating the device.

• Protect the device against extreme heat, dust and moisture.

• Familiarise yourself with the functions of the device before actually using it.

• All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons.

• Only use the device for its intended purpose. Using the device in an unauthorised way will void the warranty.

• Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and the dealer will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.

• The warranty does not cover damage caused by salty environments.

• Always make sure to comply with local rules and regulations.

• If the device is not used for a long time, remove the batteries. Leaking batteries can cause serious damage.

• 240 mm waterproof search coil

• variable sensitivity, discrimination and notch

• low battery indicator

• adjustable ground balance

Following terms used throughout the manual are standard terminology among detectorists.

• Elimination Reference to a metal being “eliminated” means that the detector will not emit a tone, not light up an indicator when a specified object passes through the coil’s detection field.

• DISC - Discrimination When the detector emits different tones for different types of metal, and when the detector “eliminates” certain metals, we refer to this as the detector “discriminating” among different types of metals. Discrimination is an important feature for professional detectorists. Discrimination allows the user to ignore trash and otherwise undesirable objects.

• Notch Notching is the elimination of an item or range of items within the metallic spectrum. We “notch out” an object or objects selectively.

• Auto-notch It eliminates trash metals automatically and keep the detection for most coins. The auto-notch range is preset and not adjustable.

• Relic A relic is an object of interest because of its age or its association with the past. Many relics are made of iron, but can also be made of bronze or other precious metals.

• Iron Iron is a common, low-grade metal that is an undesirable target in certain metal detecting applications. Examples of such undesirable iron objects are old cans, pipes, bolts and nails. Sometimes, the desired target is made of iron. Property markers, for instance, contain iron. Valuable relics can also be composed of iron such as cannon balls, old armaments, and parts of old structures and vehicles.

• Ferrous Adjective for an object made of or containing iron.

• GND TRAC - Ground tracking The process of finding the exact location of a buried object. Long-buried metals can appear exactly like the surrounding soil and can therefore be very hard to isolate from the soil.

• Pull-tabs Discarded pull-tab from beverage cans are the most bothersome trash items for the treasure hunter. They come in many different shapes and sizes, and can be eliminated from detection. However, some other valuable objects have a magnetic signature similar to pull-tabs and will also be eliminated when discriminating out pull-tabs.

• GND BAL - Ground balance The ability of a metal detector to cancel or ignore ground mineralization, eliminating false signals from severe ground conditions and only emitting a tone when a metal object is detected.

• SURF ELIM - Surface elimination A detector’s ability to ignore all targets on or near the ground’s surface, which is useful in heavy trash areas.

Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual. Control Panel

ground balance button

DISC/NOTCH range indication

Refer to illustrations A to D on page 3 of this manual.

1. Join the search coil and the lower stem. Tighten the bolt.

2. Press the silver button on the upper end of the lower stem and slide the lower stem into the upper

stem. Adjust the stem to a length that you feel comfortable when you stand upright with the detector in your hand and the search coil is level with the ground, your arm relaxed at your side.

3. Wind the cable from the search coil around the stem. Insert the coil’s plug into the jack on the

4. Assembly the arm support. Press the silver button on the upper end of the stem and insert the

aluminium end of the arm support.

Do not over-tighten the search coil or use tools such as pliers to tighten it. The search coli’s plug fits into the jack only one way. Do not force the plug and do not pull on the cable to avoid damage. Adjusting the Armrest The standard position of the armrest is comfortable for most people. Very large or short forearms can be accommodated by adjusting the armrest accordingly. The armrest is adjustable in three positions. To adjust, remove the screw from the underside. Then, move the armrest to one of the alternate positions. Re-install the screw.

• Only use fresh batteries. Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries.

• Replace the batteries with new ones when the battery icon is blinking. Installation Refer to illustration E on page 3 of this manual.

1. Switch off the metal detector.

2. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow.

3. Take out the two battery connectors from the compartments.

4. Connect a battery to each connector. Mind the polarity.

5. Re-install the battery cover and close the compartment.

Do not puncture or throw batteries in fire as they might explode. Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries. Dispose of batteries in accordance with local regulations. Keep batteries away from children. Remove the batteries from the battery compartment when the metal detector is not in use.

• Do not interfere with archaeological sites or ancient monuments. Join your local archaeological society if you are interested in ancient history.

• Do not leave a mess. Use a sharpened trowel or knife to cut a neat circle or triangle, extract the object and carefully replace the soil and the grass.

• Help keep your country tidy. Bottle tops, silver paper and tin cans belong in a waste bin. Rusty iron and other scrap should be collected and taken to a specialized company for further handling.

• Do not trespass: ask permission before venturing onto private property.CS400

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• Report all historical finds to the local museum or government and get expert help if you accidentally discover a site of archaeological interest.

• Be very careful if you discover any live ammunition or any lethal object such as an unexploded mine. Do not touch the object! Mark the site carefully and report the find at once to the local police.

• Do not leave gates open when crossing fields and do not damage crops or frighten animals.

• Try to get along with any other detectorist you may meet. There is much to be learnt from experienced users.

• Always obey local laws and regulations. Contact your local government for more information.

It is illegal for anyone to use a metal detector on a scheduled ancient monument unless permission has been obtained from the Historic Buildings and Ancient Monument Commission for England or the Secretary of State for the Environment in Scotland and Wales.

It is forbidden to use a metal detector in order to carry out excavations of monuments and objects, which may relate to prehistory, history, art and archaeology without prior administrative authorization issued in terms of the qualifications of the applicant and the nature and modalities of the excavators.

9.2 Motion and Non-Motion Modes

All-Metal Mode The all-metal mode is a non-motion mode. In this mode, the metal is detected with the coil motionless over the ground and the detector emits a monotone sound. There is no need to move the coil over the ground. Adjust the GND BAL controller and press the GND TRAC button several times to eliminate ordinary minerals and ores. Disc, Notch and Auto-Notch Modes All these modes are motion modes. This means that the coil must be in continuous motion; otherwise the target cannot be detected. There are three tones to identify the different metals. Ground balance happens automatically and the sensitivity is adjustable. Adjust the discrimination and/or notch range to reject trash metals.

9.3 Switching On Your Metal Detector

Rotate the on-off/volume button in a clockwise direction to switch on your metal detector. The detector will run a self-test programme for about three seconds and switches automatically to the discrimination mode.

Press the MODE button to select the operating mode in following order:

DISC > ALL METAL > AUTO-NOTCH > NOTCH > DISC…

The operating mode is displayed in the bottom left corner of the LCD display. DISC Mode The metal detector automatically enters the discrimination mode after power-up. The estimated depth of the object is displayed in the depth graph window (note that the depth indication is not accurate for larger objects) while the sensitivity graph displays the current sensitivity level. In the discrimination mode, the metal detector eliminates unwanted objects from detection. The DISC/NOTCH range indication shows the current discrimination level while the target indicator displays an object’s probable identification. The depth graph will illuminate each time a target, i.e. a metal object, is detected. To adjust the target discrimination range:

2. Increase or decrease the discrimination level with the arrows.CS400

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ALL-METAL Mode Press the MODE button to enter the all-metal mode (non-motion mode by default). In this mode, the metal detector emits a monotone sound when finding a target; the depth graph indicates the relative signal strength. The stronger the signal, the louder the tone. As the all-metal mode will detect all metal targets, the target identification function is useless. Please make sure the metal detector is perfectly ground-balanced before using this mode. NOTCH Mode Press the MODE button to enter the notch mode. Use the notch mode to selectively eliminate one or several metals from the categories. The DISC/NOTCH range indication shows the current target discrimination level; the target indicator displays an object’s probable identification. The sensitivity graph displays the current sensitivity level; the depth graph indicates the probable target depth. To adjust the target notching range:

2. Press one of the arrows on the control panel. One of the target indicator arrows will blink.

3. Press the ENTER button to accept/reject a category.

4. Select the next notching level with one of the arrows and accept or reject it.

5. Do so for all the categories.

AUTO-NOTCH Mode Press the MODE button to enter the auto-notch mode. The auto-notch mode automatically rejects trash metals such as bottle caps, pull-tabs, tin foil… The DISC/NOTCH range indication shows the current target discrimination level; the target indicator displays an object’s probable identification. The sensitivity graph displays the current sensitivity level; the depth graph indicates the probable target depth.

9.5 Sensitivity Adjustment

1. Press the ADJUST button to enter the sensitivity setting mode.

2. Adjust the sensitivity level with the arrows.

The sensitivity level is not adjustable in all-metal mode. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Sensitivity level adjustment is useful to eliminate EMI. This metal detector is an extremely sensitive device. The search coil creates its own magnetic field and acts like an antenna. If your detector beeps erratically when the search coil is motionless, the unit is probably detecting another magnetic field. Common sources of EMI are electric power lines (both suspended and buried), engines, household appliances like computers and ovens, some indoor electronic devices such as dimmers, etc. Other metal detectors also produce their own electromagnetic fields. Keep metal detectors at least 6 meters apart if hunting with a fellow detectorist. Severe Ground Conditions A secondary use for sensitivity level adjustment is to reduce false detection signals caused by severe ground conditions. Although this metal detector has a specially designed circuit to reduce ground mineralization, the ground conditions in field hunting cannot be anticipated. Highly magnetic soils in mountainous areas or highly saline soils can cause the detector to emit tones even when metal objects are not present. Reduce the sensitivity level if the detector emits false, non-repeatable signals. Multiple Targets If you suspect the presence of a deeper target beneath a shallower target, reduce the sensitivity level to eliminate the detection of the deeper target. You will be able to locate the shallower target easier.CS400

The surface elimination mode only works in motion mode and can improve the detection accuracy in soils with lots of trash. It restrains the signal from trash in the soil. Note that the detector’s sensitivity is decreased in this mode. Press the SURF ELIM button to enter or to quit the surface elimination mode.

9.7 Using Headphones

Using headphones (not included) makes it easier to identify subtle changes in the threshold level. It also reduces battery drain.

To protect your hearing, set the volume level to the lowest setting, plug in the headphones and gradually increase the volume level. Extended exposition to high volume levels can lead to permanent hearing loss.

9.8 Audio Target Identification (ATI)

You do not always keep your eyes on the LCD display when hunting in the field. However, the LCD display is very accurate in identifying buried objects. Therefore, this metal detector features an audio feedback system to alert to the nature of the target. The three-tone system only functions in motion mode (DISC, NOTCH and AUTO-NOTCH mode).

LOW tone MEDIUM tone HIGH tone bottle caps, nickel coins, small gold objects pull-tabs, screw caps, zinc coins, newer pennies (post 1982), gold objects copper and silver coins

Target Indicator The LCD display shows the probable targeted metal, as well as the probable depth of the target. The metal detector will register a repeating, unchanging sound when a buried target has been located and identified. If, upon repeated passes over the same spot, the target identification reads inconsistently, the trash is probably trash or oxidized metal. With practice, you will learn to unearth only target generating repeated signals. Also, the greater the distance between the target and the coil, the less accurate the target identification. symbol possible target

• ferrous objects, both worthless trash and more valuable iron relicsCS400

• pull-tabs from older beverage cans

• 1 ¢ pennies (post 1982)

• larger aluminium coins

The target indications are just that: visual references. Many other types of metal can fall under any one of these categories. While this metal detector will eliminate or indicate the presence of most common trash, it is impossible to class all buried targets accurately. Depth Indicator The depth indicator is accurate for coin-sized targets. It indicates the relative depth of the target. Large and irregularly-shaped objects will yield less reliable depth ratings. When passing over an object, the depth indicator will light up and stay illuminated until another object is scanned. Repeated indication at the same depth level indicates an accurate target detection. If the depth indication varies with each sweep, try sweeping at different angles; there may be more than one target present. With practice, you will learn the difference between accurate readings, multiple targets and highly erratic readings which evidence trash or irregularly-shaped objects.

To test your metal detector, you will need:

• a quarter or a small copper object

To test your metal detector:

1. Switch on your metal detector.

2. Place it on a plastic or wooden table. Remove all watches, rings and other jewellery or metal objects

on your hands, wrists and arms.

3. Adjust the search coil so that the flat part faces upwards.

4. Select the DISC, NOTCH or AUTO-NOTCH mode. Evenly sweep the nail 10 to 12 cm above the

search coil. The detector will emit a low tone when detecting the sample, the target indicator pointing to the trash symbol. The depth indicator displays the corresponding value.

5. Repeat the above test with a post-1982 dime (medium tone) and a quarter (low tone).

6. In ALL-METAL mode, move a test sample about 30 cm above the search coil. Slowly lower the

sample towards the search coil. The metal detector emits a tone and the depth indicator shows the relative depth. All objects should generate the same tone.

10.3 Outdoor Testing and Practice

Pinpointing in Motion Mode Accurate pinpointing takes practice and is best accomplished by cross-sweeping the target area.

1. Once a buried target is located and indicated by a

good tone response, continue sweeping the coil over the target in a narrowing side-to-side motion.

2. Take visual note of the place on the ground where

the metal detector emits a tone.

3. Stop the coil directly over this spot on the ground.

4. Now move the coil a few times straight forward and

5. Again, take visual note of the spot on the ground

where the metal detector emits a tone.

6. If needed, cross-sweep the target in an X-pattern at

different angles to zero in on the exact spot. Coil Movement When sweeping the coil, be careful to keep it level to the ground at about 1 to 1.5 cm from the surface. Never swing the coil like a pendulum. Doing so will cause false readings. When searching, sweep the coil from side to side. Swing the search coil slowly, overlapping each sweep as you move forward. It is important to sweep the coil at a consistent speed over the ground as you search. After identifying a target, the sweeping technique can help in identifying both the location and the nature of the target. If you encounter a weak signal, try moving the coil in short and rapid sweeps over the target zone. Most worthwhile objects will respond with a repeatable tone. If the signal does not repeat after sweeping the coil directly over the suspected target, it is more than likely trash. Crossing the target zone with multiple intersecting sweeps at multiple angles is another way to verify the repeatability of the signal and the potential of the buried object. To use this method, walk around the target area in a circle, sweeping the coil across the target repeatedly, every 30 to 40 degrees of the circle, about ten different angles as you walk completely around the target. If a high-tone target completely disappears from detection at a given angle, chances are that you are detecting oxidized ferrous metals rather than a silver or copper object. If the tone changes at different angles, you may have encountered multiple objects. If you are new to treasure hunting, you may want to dig all targets at first. With in-the-field practice, you will learn to better discern the nature of buried objects by the nature of the detector’s response. You may encounter some false signals as you proceed. False signals occur when the detector beeps but no metal target is present. They can be induced by EMI, oxidation or highly mineralized ground soils. IfCS400

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the detector beeps once but does not repeat the signal with several additional sweeps over the same spot, there is probably no target present. When searching trashy soils, it is best to scan small areas with slow and short sweeps. You will be surprised just how much trash and foil you will find in some areas. The trashiest areas have been frequented by most people and frequently hold the promise for finding the most lost valuables.

10.4 Ground Balancing

Before using the ALL-METAL mode, it is necessary to ground balance your detector. This ground balancing adjustment offsets the effects of minerals and salts in the ground. To do so:

1. Select the ALL-METAL mode and find a patch of ground,

which is free of metal objects.

2. Lift the search coil waist-high in the air.

3. Turn the GND BAL button in the P position.

4. Press the GND TRAC button.

5. Slowly lower the search coil maintaining it elevated about 1

to 1.5 cm above the ground. If the detector emits a sound, repeat steps 3 and 4, and adjust the GND BAL button in small increments. If the detector remains silent, no further adjustment is necessary. As your hunt takes you to different areas, verify the ground balance setting periodically using the above procedure. Ground conditions can vary within a geographical area due to water, rocks, sand or clay.

10.5 Pinpointing in Non-Motion Mode

The coil-sweeping technique is not important in this mode. However, user retuning is critical. The detector does not automatically adjust to changing ground and environmental conditions. The operator is required to make the adjustment. Retuning Make sure that the spot you choose for tuning does not contain metal. Keep the coil still, just above the ground. Pass over the area with the coil to ensure that the detector does not emit a tone. Detection Field The detection field depends on the size of the target. Large Objects After detecting a target, the LCD display shows the sensitivity level while the detector emits a tone. If, when lifting the search coil about 2 cm above the ground, the tone does not fade, you have detected a large or irregularly shaped object. Slightly lift the search coil and outline the target with slow coil movements at the same height. Small Objects After detecting a target, the LCD display shows a low sensitivity level while the detector emits a faint tone. Move the search coil from side to side while maintaining it at the same height. Note the spot where the tone is loudest and the sensitivity level is largest. Then, move the coil towards the ground to zero in on the target’s location. A coin-size object will be detected when the object enters the range of the inner coil.

11. Cleaning and Storage

• The life of your detector is shortened by neglect or careless use. Wipe the housing with a damp cloth and then wipe it dry carefully if you have used the detector in a hostile environment (salty water, sand, etc.).

• Do not clean the detector with solvents or detergents.

• The search coil is waterproof and can be submerged in either fresh or salt water. However, do not let water enter the control box. Rinse the search coil with fresh water after using in salt water. Salt damage

• Salty air can penetrate the control box in case of frequent use in a salty environment. Parts of the electronic circuitry may corrode. You can protect your metal detector by covering the control box with polythene. The warranty does not cover damage caused by salty environments.CS400

• Store the detector in a dry and warm environment under normal humidity conditions.

• Remove the batteries to prevent them from leaking if the metal detector is to be stored for long periods.

• Before turning the device in for repair, read this section as it might contain the solution for your problem.

• When problems occur, first check the batteries. Replace the batteries when necessary and ensure the connections are correct and secure. The detector drifts out of tune

• The metal detector can be affected by changing temperatures e.g. when the device is taken out of storage and out into the field. Wait a while until the temperature of your metal detector has stabilised. The device may need as much as half an hour to acclimatise if the change in temperature is extreme.

• Sometimes batteries will cause the signal to drift. Replace them if this is the case.

power supply 2x 9 V battery (6LR61C, not included) frequency

sensitivity adjustment 12 levels sensitivity 25 cm (for a US quarter dollar) multi-tone indication 3 tones depth indication 12 segments LCD 45 x 80 mm operating temperature range 0° C to 40° C storage temperature range -20° C to 60° C search coil 240 mm weight

Use this device with original accessories only. Velleman nv cannot be held responsible in the event of damage or injury resulting from (incorrect) use of this device. For more info concerning this product and the latest version of this manual, please visit our website www.velleman.eu. The information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice. RED Declaration of Conformity Hereby, Velleman NV declares that the radio equipment type [CS400] is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.velleman.eu. © COPYRIGHT NOTICE The copyright to this manual is owned by Velleman nv. All worldwide rights reserved. No part of this manual may be copied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any electronic medium or otherwise without the prior written consent of the copyright holder.CS400

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