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Page 2 - INTRODUCTION

2 INTRODUCTION The Pioneer 101 is a user-friendly instrument, requiring only aminimum of operator skill, yet delivering effective performance over awide range of conditions and applications. Streamlined in appearance,with only two operatingknobs and a mode selectionswitch, the Pioneer 101 haselimina...

Page 3 - EASY ASSEMBLY; simply loosen the knob.; Bottom view

3 EASY ASSEMBLY Search Coil SearchCoilCable UpperStem ControlHousing Plug LowerStem Assembling your Pioneer 101 MetalDetector is easy and requires notools. Just follow these steps: ● 1 Using the supplied bolt andknurled knob, attach the searchcoil to the lower stem. ● 2 Press the button on the upper...

Page 4 - BATTERIES; ALKALINE; Always remove the batteries for prolonged storage.; CHECK THE BATTERIES; if your detector exhibits any of the

4 BATTERIES IMPORTANT: Always use ALKALINE batteries for optimal performance. Always remove the batteries for prolonged storage. CHECK THE BATTERIES if your detector exhibits any of the following symptoms: ● 1 The unit does not turn on. ● 2 Low speaker volume. ● 3 Unit beeps continuously at low sens...

Page 5 - Pioneer 101 DEMONSTRATION; II. Position your Pioneer 101; III. Beginning Switch Settings; IV. All Metal Detection; V. Tone Mode Detection

5 Pioneer 101 DEMONSTRATION Here is a quick way to demonstrate the basic features of your Pioneer 101. I. Supplies Needed • A quarter (25¢)• A nickel (5¢)• A Penny (1¢)• A small piece of aluminum foil• A Nail II. Position your Pioneer 101 • Place the detector on a table, with the search coil hanging...

Page 6 - THREE MODES OF OPERATION; The Pioneer 101 allows for three modes of operation:; ALL METAL, TONE AND FULL DISCRIMINATE; (Toggle Switch to the Left) When using the; OPERATION

6 The Pioneer 101 is a “motion” detector. This means that thesearch coil must be moving to detect the presence of metal. Whenpracticing with a stationary metal detector, keep the target movingover the coil. Objects held still under the search coil will not bedetected. THREE MODES OF OPERATION The Pi...

Page 7 - TONE DISCRIMINATION

7 OPERATION TONE MODE AUDIO RESPONSES NO RESPONSE Iron & Steel LOW TONE Gold & Nickel BROKEN TONE Old & New Pull Tabs HIGH TONE Copper, Silver & Brass TONE DISCRIMINATION (continued) (Toggle switch to the Right) Classifiesdetected metal objects by emitting a lowor high tone. Adjust t...

Page 8 - AUTO GROUIND CONTROL:

8 OPERATION AUTO GROUIND CONTROL: The Pioneer 101 automatic Ground Track feature allows operationin virtually all soil conditions, regardless of mineral content. Use it effectively on the beach or for gold prospecting. In the ALLMETAL Mode (Toggle switch in the middle), the Pioneer 101 willdetect go...

Page 9 - IN THE FIELD; CORRECT

9 STANCE Stand with your arm extended in front ofyour body. Don’t bend or stoop; stand in acomfortable position. Hold the unit so thatthe search coil is about 1/2-inch above theground. Adjust the search coil so that it isparallel to the ground. SWEEP Standing in the search position,swing the search ...

Page 10 - PINPOINTING; Stop the coil directly over this spot on the ground.

10 IN THE FIELD (cont.) PINPOINTING Accurate pinpointing takes practice and is best accomplished by“X-ing” the suspected target area. ● 1 Once a buried target is identified by a good tone response,continue sweeping the coil over the target in a narrowingside to side pattern. ● 2 Take visual note of ...

Page 11 - TROUBLESHOOTING; Your; Try reducing the; SENSITIVITY; slightly

11 TROUBLESHOOTING The following troubleshooting steps may assist you in case you’rehaving problems with your Pioneer 101. YOUR DETECTOR IS EMITTING ERRATIC SIGNALSWHEN YOU’RE IN THE FIELD. Your SENSITIVITY may be set too high. Try reducing the SENSITIVITY slightly until the false signaling disappea...

Page 12 - CARE AND MAINTENANCE

12 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Pioneer 101 Metal Detector is an example of superior design andcraftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for yourmetal detector so that you can enjoy it for years. Handle the metal detector gentlyand carefully. Dropping it candamage electronic component...

Page 13 - METAL DETECTING APPLICATIONS; COINSHOOTING; RELIC HUNTING; CONTROL SETTINGS REQUIRED:; CACHE HUNTING; CONTROL SETTINGS REQUIRED:; JEWELRY HUNTING; CONTROL SETTINGS REQUIRED:

13 METAL DETECTING APPLICATIONS COINSHOOTING The most popular application for metal detectors CONTROL SETTINGS REQUIRED: ● 1 Toggle switch to the left (disc. mode). ● 2 Discriminate knob at 3:00 (3/4 turn). Only silver, copper and brass will be detected. Gold items will beeliminated. Different denom...

Page 14 - HOUSEHOLD APPLICATIONS; GOLD PROSPECTING; Toggle switch in center position.

14 METAL DETECTING APPLICATIONS (cont.) trash items. Gold rings will induce a low sound. Be aware that somepull-tabs can also induce a low tone.Silver will induce a high tone. Chains and necklaces are difficult tofind. If you are looking for gold rings, don’t get discouraged; youwill dig up many bro...

Page 15 - ACCESSORIES; INCH COIL

ACCESSORIES 15 MAXIMIZE YOUR METAL DETECTING EXPERIENCE WITH THESEOPTIMAL BOUNTY HUNTER ACCESSORIES 4 INCH COIL Great for searching intrashy areas with itssmaller target area. Alsoperfect for gold prospectingand fitting into tight spaces. 10 INCH COIL For maximum depthdetection. HEADPHONES Increase ...

Page 16 - TREASURE HUNTER’S CODE OF ETHICS:; . Respect the rights and property of others.; FIRST TEXAS PRODUCTS, LP

TREASURE HUNTER’S CODE OF ETHICS: 1 . Respect the rights and property of others. 2 . Observe all laws, whether national, state or local. 3 . Never destroy historical or archaeological treasures. 4 . Leave the land and vegetation as it was. Fill in the holes. 5 . All treasure hunters may be judged by...