Whites MX5 Manuel utilisateur

MX5

White’s Electronics, Inc.

Sweet Home, Oregon USA

Building the World’s Finest

metal detectors for over 60 years.

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CONTENTS

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

QuickStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Basic Controls

POWER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

BEACH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

SEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Threshold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

ToneID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

DISC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Backlight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Pinpoint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Search Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Coin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

All Metal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Pinpoint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

In Depth

VDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Target ID & Tones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Discrimination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Discrimination Pitfalls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Ground Balance & Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

All-metal VCO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Misc Tips

Sensitivity (again) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Bottle Caps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Coil Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Sweep Methods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Sizing, Pinpointing, & Digging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Quick Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Code of Ethics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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Introduction

The MX5 is a high-performance metal detector based on the

renowned MXT platform but with a redesigned feature set and

interface. The MX5 has state-of-the-art automatic ground track-

ing (AutoTrac®) which maximizes performance across many

different ground conditions. It also features a 20-zone discrimi-

nator with both multi-tone audio and visual target identification.

Each zone may be accepted or rejected, providing the user with

a way to ignore certain types of targets like iron or foil.

In normal search mode the audio is threshold-based with

multiple Tone ID options for the different discrimination zones.

In addition to the audio response, the display provides visual

information with an icon cursor that points to a probable target

type and a Visual Display Indicator (VDI) number that provides

even more detailed target information (see More Info for an

explanation of VDI numbers). An estimated target depth is indi-

cated by the depth bar. The Pinpoint and All Metal modes also

provide an audible threshold tone, in addition to a user-select-

able VCO response or a loudness response (non-VCO).

The MX5 requires 8 “AA” batteries which typically provide

30 hours of operation. Using the optional display backlight will

increase battery consumption by approximately 20%.

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Assembly

1. Remove all parts from the shipping carton and check assem-

bly diagram to ensure all parts are present.

2. Install black rubber washers on fiber clevis/lower rod, insert

clevis lower rod onto loop ears. Use only nonmetallic wash-

ers, fiber bolt, and fiber thumb nut to secure loop/search coil

to clevis/lower fiber rod.

3. Insert middle rod into curved “S” rod so that the spring clip

engages. Insert lower fiber rod and lock into one of the

adjustment holes in the middle rod. The second or third

adjustment holes are suitable for average sized adults. A

twist of the cam locks prevents wobble.

4. Wind the loop cable around the rod assembly, first revolu-

tion over the top of the rod, all the way to the top of the

curved “S” rod, about five revolutions. Use the black cable

retainers, one near the loop, and one near the top of the

curved “S” rod, to hold the loop cable in place. Plug the

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cable into the jack on the front of the control box and

tighten the retainer ring.

5. Grip the instrument by the handle, with your arm in the

elbow cup with strap and sweep the loop/search coil over

the floor. If the instrument fit feels uncomfortable, readjust

clevis/lower rod length with spring clip button and cam-

lock so that search coil can be held near the floor without

stooping over.

6. Adjust the elbow cup strap so that it is loose enough for you

to slide your arm in and out without loosening each time

you want to set the detector down. The elbow cup strap pro-

vides extra leverage and control, but may be omitted. The

elbow cup is adjustable by removing the Phillips screw.

7. Install the battery pack.

Batteries

1. Remove the battery pack by pressing both buttons on sides

of battery compartment.

2. Slide open the tray cover. Install eight (8) “AA” alkaline

batteries taking note of correct (+) and (-) positions and

close cover.

3. Slide battery pack into compartment. A vigorous ‘slam’

may be needed to ensure a good seating.

4. Press POWER button. A battery level icon at the bottom of

the screen indicates the relative battery strength.

5. Most alkaline batteries will give about 30 hours of continu-

ous operation. Battery life will vary with intermittent use,

back-light use, temperature, control settings, target indica-

tions, battery quality, battery condition upon purchase, and

shelf life. It is a good idea to carry back-up batteries.

6. A rechargeable NiCAD battery pack may be purchased sep-

arately. Rechargeable batteries typically provide similar or

slightly less run time than alkaline batteries.

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QuickStart

1. Turn on the power.

2. The MX5 has automatic ground tracking. To speed up the

initial tracking process, find a spot free of targets and bob

the coil up & down a few times (optional).

3. The normal default Sensitivity (SENS) level of 7 bars is rea-

sonable for most situations. If the audio is chattery or con-

stantly overloads, reduce the sensitivity level (SEL to

highlight Sensitivity area,  to change).

4. Sweep the search coil from

side-to-side, keeping the coil

level and close to the ground.

Overlap each sweep by 50%

to avoid missing targets.

5. Once a target is detected, use

the Pinpoint button to isolate

its exact location. Cross the

target from two directions (at

90°) and listen for the stron-

gest response.

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Basic Controls

The MX5 user interface is a combination of direct controls

(MODE, DISC) and a select button (SEL) which is used in con-

junction with the arrow keys (and ) to adjust several

parameters.

POWER

Besides the obvious function of turning the unit on, the

POWER button can also suspend operation. Quick-press POWER

to suspend the MX5 (during target retrieval, for example); dur-

ing suspend the MX5 will occasionally beep, and will automati-

cally power down after 5 minutes. Press and hold the POWER

button for 2 seconds to turn the unit off.

The POWER button is also used to restore factory settings.

Simultaneously press the MODE and POWER buttons to reset the

current mode. Simultaneously press the SEL and POWER but-

tons to reset all modes.

BEACH — Beach Mode

The BEACH button switches between normal Disc mode and

Beach mode. Each mode can be modified with custom settings

(such as Disc or Sens) and the modified settings will be retained

at power-off. Beach mode allows the MX5 to work in salt water

environments; see the “In Depth” section for more detailed

information on how these modes work.

In addition there is an All-Metal mode which is selected by

pressing and holding the PINPOINT button until you hear a short

beep; the Mode will indicate ALLMET. The All-Metal mode

turns off the discriminator and accepts all targets. See the “In

Depth” section for details.

SEL — Adjustment Selector

The SEL button rotates through 4 user adjustments:

• Sensitivity

The Sensitivity control increases or decreases the respon-

siveness of the MX5. When SENS is selected a rectangle

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appears around the sensitivity level bars. The  buttons

adjust the level from minimum (1 bar) to maximum (10 bars).

Normally, this determines how deep the detector will “see” a

target. In general, run the sensitivity as high as possible while

maintaining smooth operation. If the audio is chattery or the

ground is causing overload, reduce the sensitivity.

• Volume

This is loudness of the target response. Range is 1-99.

• Threshold

This is the loudness of the threshold audio, which is the

background hum. Range is 0-99. A modest setting (20 is typical

when using headphones) helps with faint target responses which

may be too deep to trigger a Tone ID but are audible as a thresh-

old variation. This is especially true in All-Metal or Mixed-

Mode (Relic mode) audio. A setting of 0 results in silent search

(no threshold), in which a target response may not be heard

unless it is strong enough to trigger a Tone ID.

• Tone ID

The

MX5

has three selectable Tone ID responses: 1, 2, and 8

tones. Use the



buttons to move through the tone selections.

See the “In Depth” section for detailed descriptions.

DISC — Discrimination

The Discrimination control allows you to enable or disable

the audio response for select ranges of targets. The MX5 has a

20 segment discrimination control. The  buttons move a

disc cursor ( ) across the segments, and pressing the DISC but-

ton will toggle the response for the selected segment. The

example Disc Mask below shows that the first 5 segments

(mostly the iron range) have been disabled, plus the segment

that corresponds to Zinc cents. The remaining segments are

enabled. The disc cursor is resting on the “70” segment.

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Backlight

The Backlight button toggles the display backlight for low-

light hunting. A screen icon indicates when backlight is on.

Keep in mind that the backlight uses additional battery power

and should be turned off when not needed.

PINPOINT

Briefly press and release the Pinpoint button to place the

MX5 in Pinpoint mode; you will see flash on the screen and

hear a brief double-tone. The search mode will switch to ALL-

MET and the 2-digit number now represents depth instead of

VDI. Briefly press and release the Pinpoint button again (or

press MODE) to return the MX5 to its previous search mode.

In both All Metal and Pinpoint modes a threshold audio is

applied and a target will cause the loudness to increase. The

MX5 also supports VCO1audio whereby a target causes the

pitch of the threshold to increase. VCO audio is toggled by

simultaneously pressing the Pinpoint and





buttons.

Display

The MX5 display provides information on the operation of

the detector as well as the detected target. On the right is the

segmented bar which shows the sensitivity level. On the left

another segmented bar shows the estimated target depth in

increments of 2” (or 5cm). At the bottom a segmented bar

shows the battery strength.

A large 2-digit number gives the VDI response of the target

1. “VCO” means voltage-controlled oscillator

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in both Disc and All Metal modes and the depth of the target in

Pinpoint mode. VDI responses (such as the +83 example shown

below) are covered in the “In Depth” section. Below 10” the

numeric depth is given in ½” increments with a decimal point.

The example below shows 6.5 inches. Depth readout can be

switched to cm by pressing PINPOINT and SEL at the same time.

Metric depths are in whole centimeters.

Across the top of the display are the segments for 20 dis-

crimination zones. When a target is detected a pointer/cursor

points to the zone that corresponds to the type of target. Each

zone can be disabled (rejected) by using the Disc keypad but-

tons to move the cursor and select/deselect each zone. To

change a contiguous block, press/hold the DISC button and

press or . Rejecting a zone only affects the audio; the dis-

play will still show target information even if you can’t hear an

audible response.

The MX5 display includes a backlight for extended hunting.

Press the backlight button to toggle the backlight. In daylight it

can be difficult to tell whether the backlight is on or off, so a

backlight icon is also displayed. The backlight will reduce bat-

tery life by 20% so it’s best to turn it off when not needed.

Search Modes

Coin and Beach modes are discrimination-based modes.

They are also known as “motion” modes in that they require the

search coil to be in constant motion for the discrimination cir-

cuitry to operate properly. If the coil is hovered over a target the

response will cease.

All-Metal mode is a non-discrimination mode, but still

requires motion to respond because it utilizes a Self-Adjusting

VDI

Depth

Volume

Thresh

FreqO/S

TracLock

1248F incm

VDI

Depth

Volume

Thresh

FreqO/S

TracLock

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