ACCESSORIES

Teknetics Padded Carrying Bag.

Made of rugged double-stitched nylon construction. Includes
outside zip-pocket for extra accessories. CBAG-T

Teknetics Camouflage Backpack -TKCBACKPACK

Teknetics Camo Pouch
Camo pouch with two inside pockets, belt included. PCH-T

Stereo Headphones
True Stereo, compatible with all Teknetics detectors, 1/4 jack with 1/8
adapter, dual volume, coiled cable HEADT

Teknetics Pinpointer
Pinpoint exact location of target with audio and vibration indication. No
assembly required, uses one 9V (not included). PINPOINTER

Teknetics Gold Pick

Tempered steel head is 10 long, edge is 3-1/4 wide, overall length 19.
Durable fiberglass handle, rubberized hand grip and powerful super magnet
attached to head. GOLDPICK

OWNERS MANUAL

Replacement/Accessory Searchcoils
11 Biaxial Standard Coil 11COIL-TEK
10 Elliptical Concentric Coil 10COIL-TEK
10 Biaxial Coil 10COILDD-TEK
5 Biaxial Accessory Coil 5COIL-TEK

If you do not have prior experience

with a metal detector, we strongly
recommend that you:

Coil Covers
Specially made to protect your coil from abrasion and damage.
11 Biaxial Standard Coil Cover COVER-11DD
10 Concentric Coil Cover F70COVER
10 Biaxial Coil Cover 2023190000
5 Biaxial Coil Cover 5COVER-CZ3

1) Adjust the Sensitivity

to a low setting in the
event of false signals.
Always begin use at a
reduced sensitivity level. Expect chatter or
internal noise at high sensitivity.

Lesche Knife
Made from high quality heat-treated tempered steel. The ultimate digging
tool. Comes with a durable sheath.
12" in length with a 7" serrated blade LESCHE KNIFE
Teknetics Black Hoodie (Sizes: M,L,XL and 2XL) - TKHOODIE

Teknetics T-Shirt

2) Do not use indoors. This detector is for

outdoor use only.
Many household
appliances emit electromagnetic energy,
which can interfere with the detector. If
conducting an indoor demonstration, turn
the sensitivity down and keep the search coil
away from appliances such as computers,
televisions and microwave ovens. If your
detector beeps erratically, turn off
appliances and lights.

100% cotton with Teknetics Logo. Sizes: S, M, LG, XL & XXL TKTSHIRT
Teknetics Stainless Steel Coffee Mug - TKMUG
Teknetics Camouflage Baseball Cap (One size-fits-all) -TKCCAP

Teknetics Baseball Cap

One size fits all. TKCAP

Face Rain Cover

Neoprene cover to protect from weather RAINCOV-DELTA

Gold
Prospecting Kits

Also keep the search coil away

from objects containing metal,
such as floors and walls.
3) Use a 9-volt ALKALINE battery
only.
Do not use Heavy Duty Batteries.
FOR COMPLETE DETAILS VISIT WWW.TEKNETICST2.COM 1-800-413-4131
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Quick-Start Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

TREASURE HUNTERS CODE OF ETHICS:

Always check Federal, State, County and local laws before searching.
Respect private property and do not enter private property without the owners permission.
Take care to refill all holes and leave no damage.
Remove and dispose of any and all trash and litter found.
Appreciate and protect our inheritance of natural resources, wildlife and private property.
Act as an ambassador for the hobby, use thoughtfulness, consideration and courtesy at all times.
Never destroy historical or archaeological treasures.
All treasure hunters may be judged by the example you set; always conduct yourself with
courtesy and consideration of others

Basic Of Metal Detecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9

Ground Minerals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Trash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Identifying Buried Objects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Size and Depth of Buried Objects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Operation and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-15
MENU Selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-13
Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

The Delta metal detector is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship
under normal use for five years from the date of purchase to the original owner.
Damage due to neglect, accidental damage, or misuse of this product is not covered under this warranty. Decisions regarding abuse or misuse of the detector are
made solely at the discretion of the manufacturer.
Proof of Purchase is required to make a claim under this warranty.
Liability under this Warranty is limited to replacing or repairing, at our option, the
metal detector returned, shipping cost prepaid to First Texas Products. Shipping cost
to First Texas Products is the responsibility of the consumer.
To return your detector for service, please first contact First Texas for a Return
Authorization (RA) Number. Reference the RA number on your package and return
the detector within 15 days of calling to:

Disc Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Notch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
MODE Selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15
Discrimination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
All Metal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
PinPoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Target Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Depth And Target Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

First Texas Products L.L.C.

1465-H Henry Brennan Dr.
El Paso, TX 79936
Phone: 915-633-8354

NOTE TO CUSTOMERS OUTSIDE THE U.S.A.

This warranty may vary in other countries, check with your distributor for details.
Warranty does not cover shipping costs.

According to FCC part 15.21 Changes or Modifications made to this device not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with FCC Part 15 Subpart B Section 15.109 Class B.
Copyright 2010 by First Texas Products, L.L.C.
All rights reserved, including the right to reproduce this book, or parts thereof, in any form,
except for the inclusion of brief quotations in a review.
Published by First Texas Products, L.LC..
Copyright 2010
All rights reserved, including the right to reproduce this book, or parts thereof, in any form.

Code of Ethics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
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1465-H Henry Brennan El Paso, TX 79936 (915) 633-8354

MADE IN USA

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TROUBLESHOOTING

TERMINOLOGY

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM

CAUSE

SOLUTION

Detector chatters
or beeps erratically

Using detector
indoors
Using detector near
power lines
Using 2 detectors in
close proximity
Highly oxidized
buried object
Environmental
electromagnetic
interference

Use detector
outdoors only
Move away
from power lines
Keep 2 detectors
at least 20 apart
Only dig up
repeatable
signals
Reduce sensitivity
until erratic
signals cease

Discharged battery

Replace battery

Wrong type of
battery

Use only 9V
alkaline battery

Constant low tone

or constant repeating
tones

The following terms are used throughout the manual, and are standard
terminology among detectorists.

ELIMINATION
Reference to a metal being "eliminated" means that the detector will not
emit a tone, nor light up an indicator, when a specified object passes
through the coils detection field.

DISCRIMINATION
When the detector emits different tones for different types of metals, 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 of professional metal detectors.
Discrimination allows the user to ignore trash and otherwise undesirable
objects.

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

IRON
Iron is a common, low-grade metal that is an undesirable target in certain
metal detecting applications. Examples of 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;
cannon balls, old armaments, and parts of old structures and vehicles
can also be composed of iron.

FERROUS
LCD does not lock
on to one target ID
or detector emits
multiple tones

No power, no
sounds

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Multiple targets
present
Highly oxidized
target
Sensitivity set
too high

Move coil slowly

at different angles

Reduce sensitivity

Dead battery

Replace battery

Cord not connected

securely

Check connections

Metals which are made of, or contain, iron.

PINPOINTING
Pinpointing is 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-tabs from beverage containers are the most
bothersome trash items for treasure hunters. They come in many
different shapes and sizes. Pull-tabs can be eliminated from
detection, but some other valuable objects can have a magnetic
signature similar to pull-tabs, and will also be eliminated when
discriminating out pull-tabs.

GROUND BALANCE
Ground Balancing is the ability of the detector to ignore, or "see through,"
the earths naturally occurring minerals, and only sound a tone when a
metal object is detected. This detector incorporates proprietary circuitry
to eliminate false signals from severe ground conditions.

DEPTH AND TARGET DISPLAY

ASSEMBLY

Please refer to the display on your detector

and reference the TARGET I.D. categories
below applicable to your model (not all
detectors include all of these categories).

Nut

Adjusting the Armrest

The armrest may be moved
forward or backward by removing
the single screw and nut, and then
repositioning the 2-piece armrest.
Users with shorter arms may find
the armrest more comfortable in
the forward position. In order to
move the armrest backward, the
plastic plug must be removed from
the aluminum tube.

READING THE DISPLAY

Armrest

Screw

Battery
Compartment
(back side)

Armrest Strap
(optional accessory)
The strap is available for purchase
as a separate accessory. Some
users prefer to use the strap when
swing the detector vigorously in
order to hold the detector secure
against the arm.
The detector can also be used
without the strap, with no
compromise to detector balance
and stability under most conditions.

Hand-grip

S-Rod

Headphone
Jack
Velcro
Strap

Cable
Plug
Locking
Collar

Middle
Stem

Search
Coil
Cable
Locking
Collar
Optional Arm Strap

Velcro
Strap

Searchoil

The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) shows the

PROBABLE identification of the targeted metal,
as well as the PROBABLE depth of the target.
The detector will register a consistent target
identification, upon each sweep of the coil,
when a buried target has been located and
identified. If, upon repeated passes over the
same spot, the target identification reads
inconsistently, the target is probably a trash
item, or oxidized metal. With practice, you will
learn to unearth only the repeatable signals.
The segment identifications are highly
accurate, when detecting the objects
described on the label. However, if an object
registers in a given category for an unknown
buried object, you could be detecting a
metallic object other than the object described
on the label, but with the same metallic
signature. Also, the greater the distance
between the target and the coil, the less
accurate the target identification.
GOLD TARGETS Gold objects will register toward
the middle or left-of-center on the LCD scale.
Gold flakes may register under iron.
Small gold items may register under foil or 5.
Large gold items will register toward the
center of the scale.
SILVER TARGETS: Silver objects will register
to the right of the scale, under dime or higher.
IRON: All sizes of iron objects will register on
the far-left side of the scale. This could
indicate a worthless item such as a nail, or a
more valuable historic iron relic.
FOIL: Aluminum foil, such as a gum wrapper,
will register as foil. A small broken piece of pull
tab may also register here.
5: Most newer pull-tabs from beverage cans,
the type intended to stay attached to the can,
will register here. Many gold rings will also
register here.
ALUM: Older pull tabs, which always detached
completely from the can, register here. Many
medium size gold ring also register here.
PT(pull-tabs): Pull-tabs from older beverage
cans will register here. Few newer pull-tabs
will also register here. Many gold rings will

also register here.

S-CAP: Older screw caps from glass bottles
will register here. Large gold rings, like a class
ring, could also register here. Some non-U.S.
coins of recent vintage will also register here.
Zinc: Medium conductivity objects and many nonU.S. coins of recent vintage are classified here.
The Target Identification Categories to the
right of the display, such as copper coins, 10,
DIME, 25, Quarter, 50, $1 accurately
identify these U.S. coins. When used in areas
outside the U.S., these categories identify
coins or metal objects of high relative
conductivity (such as silver coins or relics), or
large objects made of any type of metal.
Caution: The target indications are visual
references. Many other types of metal can fall
under any one of these categories. While the
detector will eliminate or indicate the presence
of most common trash items, it is impossible to
accurately classify ALL buried objects.

5-SEGMENT DEPTH INDICATOR:

The Depth Indicator is accurate for coin-sized
objects. It indicates the depth of the target, in
inches as follows:
Segments Illuminated
Top Segment
= 0 to 2 deep.
Top 2 Segments
= 2 to 3 deep.
Top 3 Segments
= 4 to 5 deep.
Top 4 Segments
= 6 to 7 deep.
All Segments
= 8+ deep.

Large and irregularly-shaped objects will yield

less reliable depth readings
When passing over an object, the indicators
will light up and stay illuminated for three
seconds. 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.
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ASSEMBLY (continued)

TARGET IDENTIFICATION
In DISCRIMINATION Mode, targets
are identified both audibly and visually
as follows:
1.Different pitch tones for different types of
metals
2.A 2-digit Target ID
3.An illuminated icon within the target
category best describing it.

AUDIO TARGET IDENTIFICATION:

Tones identify targets as follows:
LOW TONE (ID: 1-39)
Ferrous objects, such as iron and steel,
like nails and tin cans. Smallest-sized gold
objects and some steel bottle caps
MEDIUM TONE (ID: 40-79)
Foil, pull-tabs (some new style), nickels,
steel bottle caps. Newer pennies (post1982 are minted from zinc). Larger gold
pieces, small brass objects, and most bottle
screw caps. Most recent-vintage non-US
coins. Pull-tabs (old style, some new style)
HIGH TONE (ID: 80-99)
Silver and copper coins, large brass
objects. Older pennies (pre-1982 were
minted from copper). Dimes, quarters,
half-dollars, silver dollars. Susan B.
Anthony and Sacagawea dollar coins.
Flattened aluminum cans (with a stronger
signal than a coin)

Numeric Some
Value
Common
Category Range Objects
Iron

10 - 39

camlock. If this happens, remove burr with knife to allow insertion.

Position S-Rod upright.

Rotate the LOCKING COLLAR fully in the
counterclockwise direction.
Insert your finger inside the tube and make sure the
INTERNAL CAM LOCK is flush with the inside of the
tube.

Foil

40 - 55

Nickel

56 - 60

INTERNAL
CAM LOCK 3

PullTab

61 -75

S-Cap+

65 - 74

Zinc

75 - 79

MIDDLE 4
STEM

Dime

80 - 85

76

US Dime

82
81 - 82

(pre-1982)
86 - 90

LOW TONE

MEDIUM TONE

Nails & Small Gold

Pull Tabs, Nickels, Smaller &

Larger Gold, Zinc Pennies
(Post 1982), Many screw caps

US Quarter
50+

87
91-99

US Half-Dollar

89

US Silver Dollar

94-96

HIGH TONE

Copper, Silver & Brass

Copper Pennies (Pre 1982)

LOCKING
COLLAR
SILVER
BUTTON

MIDDLE STEM

MIDDLE
STEM
CABLE

58

US Zinc Penny

US Copper Penny

Quarter+

S-ROD

(after 1982)

S-ROD

SILVER BUTTON

Typical
Values for
Common
Objects

US Nickel

VELCRO
STRAP

LOCKING
COLLAR 2

S-ROD

Audio Target Identification (ATI) classifies metals into three categories.

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1
2
3

2-Digit TARGET IDENTIFICATION Values

2-Digit Target Identification

The 2-digit value in the middle of the
screen provides a specific target value to
help identify buried targets more
accurately. With practice in the field, you
will learn to associate target values with
specific objects. Coins are more likely to

Caution: Forcing in MIDDLE STEM with CAM LOCK raised may form a burr on

yield the same value with each pass of the

coil due to their concentric shape. The
presence of multiple targets will yield
multiple tones. Trash objects are more
likely to yield a different number on each
pass. The angle of the coil relative to an
object may also influence target
identification. If waving coins over the
searchcoil for practice, wave with the flat
side parallel to the searchcoil; this is the
position you will most often find coins
buried in the ground.

4 Insert the MIDDLE STEM into the S-ROD,

with the SILVER BUTTON pointed upward

5
the MIDDLE STEM until the SILVER BUTTON
Rotate
locates in the hole.

6
7

Twist the LOCKING COLLAR fully in the clockwise

direction until it locks.
Repeat this process on the LOWER STEM.
Using the BOLT and KNURLED KNOB, attach the
SEARCHCOIL to the LOWER STEM.
Adjust the LOWER STEM to a length that lets you maintain
a comfortable upright posture, with your arm relaxed at your
side, and the SEARCHCOIL parallel to the ground in front
of you.
10 Wind the CABLE securely around the STEMS.

11 Connect CABLE PLUG to housing.

LOCKING
COLLAR
SILVER
BUTTON
LOWER
STEM
VELCRO
STRAP

KNURLED
KNOB
SEARCHCOIL
BOLT

Do not twist the Cable or Plug. Turn Locking Ring only.

Use minimal finger pressure to start the threads. Do not
cross-thread. When the Locking Ring is fully engaged
over the threaded connector, give it a firm turn to make
sure that it is very tight. When the Locking Ring is fully
engaged over the threaded connector, it may not cover all of
the threads.

12

Tighten both LOCKING COLLARS.

* Note: Very tall users can purchase the optional Extended Lower Stem (TUBE5X), for extended reach.

BATTERIES

OPERATION and CONTROLS (continued)

The detector requires a single 9-volt ALKALINE battery

(battery not included).
Do not use ordinary zinc carbon batteries.
Do not use Heavy Duty batteries.

MODE SELECTIONS (cont.)

Rechargeable batteries can also be used.

If you wish to use rechargeable batteries, we recommend using a
Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable battery.
The battery compartment is located on the back side of the housing.
Slide the battery door to the side and remove it to expose the battery
compartment.

BATTERY LIFE
Expect 20 to 25 hours of life from a 9-volt alkaline battery.
Rechargeable batteries provide about 8 hours of usage per charge.

SPEAKER VOLUME AND BATTERY CHARGE

You may notice the speaker volume drop while one battery segment is
illuminated.
With one segment flashing, low speaker volume will be very apparent.

BATTERY INDICATOR
The remaining battery life is proportional to the percentage of the battery icon
illuminated.
After the battery indicator begins flashing, expect the detector to shut off within
10 minutes.

3. PINPOINT
Enter PINPOINT from either Disc or All
Metal Mode. Press and hold
to
activate pinpoint. Pinpoint detection is
only active for as long as you keep
depressed.
Pinpoint is used to find the exact
location of a target which was
previously located and identified
using the Discrimination Mode. As
this mode does not require motion
over the target, the user can move
the coil more slowly and then
narrow the detection field when
near the target.
How to Pinpoint
Position the searchcoil an inch or two
(2.5-5cm) above the ground, and to the
side of the target. Then press and hold
. Now move the searchcoil slowly
across the target, and the sound will
communicate the targets location. As
you sweep from side to side, and hear
no sound at the ends of the sweep, the
target is located in the middle of that
zone, where the sound is loudest. If the
sound is loud over a wide area, the
buried object is large. Use Pinpoint to
trace an outline of such large objects.

Narrow It Down
To further narrow the field of detection,
position the searchcoil near the center
of the response pattern (but not at the
exact center), release
, and then
quickly press-and-hold it again. Now
you will only hear a response when
the searchcoil is right over the top of
the target. Repeat this procedure to
narrow the zone even further. Each
time you repeat the procedure, the
field of detection will narrow further.
Consider Purchasing a Pinpointer
When you kneel down to unearth an
object, you may find it frustrating as the
object can appear exactly like the
surrounding soil. You may hold the
object in your hand, and find it
necessary to pass a handful of dirt over
the searchcoil to see if it contains
metal. An easier way is to use a
handheld pinpointer. It is a probe-like
device which is poked into the ground,
making close up pinpointing a snap,
reducing digging time, and minimizing
the size of the holes you will dig.
Teknetics offers a robust and
inexpensive pinpointer designed for
this purpose.

CORRECT
WRONG

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OPERATION and CONTROLS (continued)

MODE SELECTIONS
There are three selections under the MODE section of the display.
Press

to toggle between DISCRIMINATION and ALL METAL.

Press

at any time to activate PINPOINT Mode.

1. DISCRIMINATION Mode
This mode is the default mode, and requires the searchcoil to be in motion in
order to detect and identify targets. This is the mode most commonly used for
continuous searching. In this mode, targets are identified with distinct tones,
and are classified in categories at the bottom of the display. A two-digit
numerical value, on a scale of 10 to 99, is displayed in the middle of the
screen. The depth range of the target is also displayed at the right of the
display. All MENU items can be selected and customized in this mode.

2. ALL METAL Mode

All Metal Modes of operation are, like discrimination, motion modes of
operation. The visual target identification system will identify targets, similar to
the Discrimination Mode, except that target rejection is not possible in any All
Metal Mode.
There are two different All Metal Modes, identified as A1 and A2.
The best All Metal Mode for you to select depends on the ground conditions
where you are hunting.
A1 has more default sensitivity, about an inch more on a coin-sized object, but
will sound off over more highly mineralized ground.
A2 is more tolerant of ground conditions, but will be less sensitive over lessmineralized ground. The two modes also have different audio characteristics.
A2 will provide better target separation, as the sound covers a tighter area as
you cross over a target.
In both A1 and A2, all types of metal objects induce a sound which varies in
pitch and volume according to the size of the object and its distance from the
coil. For example, a larger object close to the coil will induce a loud, highpitched tone. A small object, farther from the coil will induce a lower-pitch
lower-volume tone.
Use an ALL METAL Mode for maximum sensitivity to buried targets.
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QUICK-START DEMONSTRATION
I. Supplies Needed
a Nail
a Zinc Penny (dated after 1982)
a Nickel
a Quarter
II. Position the Detector
a. Place the detector on a table, with the searchcoil hanging over the edge.
Or better, have a friend hold the detector, with the searchcoil off the ground.
b. Keep the searchcoil away from walls, floors and metal objects.
c. Remove watches, rings and jewelry.
d. Turn off lights or appliances, whose electromagnetic
emissions may cause interference.
e. Pivot the searchcoil back.
III. Power Up
Press

IV. Wave each object over the searchcoil

a. Notice a different tone for each object:
No Tone:
Nail (in default setting iron is not detected)
Medium Tone: Zinc Penny & Nickel
High Tone:
Quarter
b. Motion is required.
Objects must be in motion over the searchcoil to be detected in this mode.
V. Press
once to enter the DISC. LEVEL program.
Then press
four times.
VI. Wave the Nickel and Zinc penny
a. Neither coin is detected.
VII. Press the
to toggle down to NOTCH. Then press
a. 5 reappears on the display

three times

VIII. Wave the Nickel

a. The nickel is now again detected.
b. The nickel has been notched in.
IX. Press

to toggle down to ALL METAL

X. Pass the Quarter over the searchcoil

a. Move the quarter closer to and farther away from the searchcoil. Notice
the change in pitch and volume.
XI. Press and hold
a. Hold the Quarter motionless over the searchcoil.
b. Notice that motion is NOT required.
c. Move the Quarter closer, then farther away from the coil. Notice the
changing depth reading.
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THE BASICS OF METAL DETECTING

A hobby metal detector is intended for locating buried metal objects. When
searching for metals, underground or on the surface, you have the following
challenges and objectives:
1. Ignoring signals caused by ground minerals.
2. Ignoring signals caused by metal objects that you do not want to find, like
pull-tabs.
3. Identifying a buried metal object before you dig it up.
4. Estimating the size and depth of objects, to facilitate digging them up.
5. Eliminating the effects of electromagnetic interference from other
electronic devices.
Your metal detector is designed with these things in mind.

1. Ground Minerals
All soils contain minerals. Signals from ground minerals can interfere with
the signals from metal objects you want to find. All soils differ, and can differ
greatly, in the type and amount of ground minerals present. The Delta has
a preset gound elimination setting. No user adjustment is required.

OPERATION and CONTROLS (continued)

MENU SELECTIONS (cont.)

NOTCH (cont.)
At any time, the display screen indicates the current category notches or discrimination settings. Any category whose description is not visible will not be detected.
For example, the following settings tell us that:
The nickel, dime,
quarter and 50
categories will be
detected.
All other categories
of targets (iron, foil,
alum and zinc) will
not be detected.

2. Trash
If searching for coins, which will induce higher tone sounds, you want to
ignore items like aluminum foil, nails and pull-tabs. These undesirable items
induce lower tones. You can listen to the sounds of all objects detected, and
decide on what you want to dig up. Or you can eliminate unwanted metals
from detection by using the DISCRIMINATION feature.

3. Identifying Buried Objects

When searching in the DISCRIMINATION Mode, different objects induce
different tones (high, medium, low) and are classified on the display screen in
different categories from left to right. A 2-digit numerical reading is also provided
in the middle of the display for more precise Target Identification. The
DISCRIMINATION Mode requires motion: sweep the coil over the metal object.

4. Size and Depth of Buried Objects

When using the detector in the motion DISCRIMINATION Mode, the relative
depth of an object is displayed on the right of the display in a 5-segment
format. A more accurate depth reading is available in a no-motion mode,
using PINPOINT Mode. Pinpoint displays target depth in inches. Pinpoint
does not require the coil to be in motion to detect metals. The ability to hold
the searchcoil motionless over the target also aids in tracing an outline of the
buried object, or in pinpointing the exact location of the object using
techniques described in the pinpointing section.
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4. VOLUME
While the VOLUME line is highlighted, use
speaker volume.

and

to change the

The default volume setting is 8. Maximum is 10.

Minimum is 0 (volume off). At levels 1, 2 and 3, high tones will be inaudible or
barely audible.
The speaker volume will diminish as battery voltage drops. For maximum
speaker volume, use 1 or 2 tones, as the low and bass tones generate the
loudest sounds.
Volume can be set while in either the DISCRIMINATION or ALL METAL
Modes, but only one setting applies to both modes. Volume in the two modes
cannot be set independently.
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OPERATION and CONTROLS (continued)

THE BASICS OF METAL DETECTING (continued)

MENU SELECTIONS (cont.)

5. EMI (Electromagnetic Interference)

2. DISC. LEVEL
and
Use
to increase or decrease DISCRIMINATION level.
Each time you press
, a target category is eliminated from detection.
Elimination occurs from left to right. When a category description (for example
IRON) disappears from the display, then targets classified in that category
will not be detected.
Pressing
reverses the discrimination process. With each press of
, a category description will reappear, indicating that targets
classified in that category will again be detected.

The searchcoil produces a magnetic field and then detects changes in that
magnetic field caused by the presence of metal objects. This magnetic field
that the detector creates is also susceptible to the electromagnetic energy
produced by other electronic devices. Power lines, microwave ovens,
lighting fixtures, TVs, computers, motors, etc. all produce EMI which can
interfere with the detector and cause it to beep when no metal is present,
and sometimes to beep erratically.
The SENSITIVITY control lets you reduce the strength of this magnetic field,
and therefore lessen its susceptibility to EMI. You may want to operate at
maximum strength, but the presence of EMI may make this impossible, so if
you experience erratic behavior or false signals, reduce the sensitivity.

Discrimination is a cumulative elimination system. Targets can be eliminated

from left to right on the scale, with each additional press of
, resulting in
more objects being eliminated from detection.

HEADPHONE JACK

3. NOTCH

The detector has a 1/8 headphone jack on the left side of the housing.

Use
and
line is highlighted.

to notch target categories IN or OUT while the NOTCH

Whereas the discrimination feature eliminates all categories sequentially from

detection, the NOTCH control allows you to selectively include or exclude
target categories from detection.
With each press of
or
, the notched category moves across the
display screen. As you move the position of the notched category, you are
changing the detection status of the selected category.
If a target category was previously eliminated (word not visible) then
notching that category will return it to detection.
If a target category was previously retained (word is visible) then
notching that category will remove it from detection.
Only one target category at a time can be selected for notching. To notch multiple
or
categories in or out, wait for the icon to stop flashing and then press
again to select the next notch.
Each time you press
to select notch, followed by
, the notch
program will begin by changing the status of the IRON segment

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Optional Headphones come standard with a 1/8 stereo plug.

When the headphone jack is connected, speaker audio is disabled.

USING HEADPHONES
Using a detector with headphones facilitates detection of the weakest
signals and also extends the battery life.
It also allows you to hear subtle changes in the sound more clearly, particularly
if searching in a noisy location. For safety reasons, do not use headphones
near traffic or where other dangers are present. This device is to be used with
interconnecting cables/headphone cables shorter than three meters.

Headphone
Jack

OPERATION and CONTROLS

OPERATION and CONTROLS (continued)

POWERING UP

MENU SELECTIONS

Press
The detector always starts in the DISCRIMINATION Mode.
Motion is required.
Default sensitivity is at about 70% of maximum, (08).
All target categories except iron are illuminated, meaning that all metal
objects will be detected except iron.

1. SENSITIVITY
Use
and
to increase or decrease sensitivity while the SENSITIVITY
line is highlighted.
Maximum sensitivity setting is 12.
Minimum sensitivity setting is 4.
If the detector beeps erratically or beeps when there are no metal objects
being detected, reduce the sensitivity.

HOW TO WORK THE CONTROLS

The searchcoil produces a magnetic field and then detects changes in that
magnetic field caused by the presence of metal objects. This magnetic field
that the detector creates is also susceptible to the electromagnetic energy
produced by other electronic devices. Power lines, microwave ovens, lighting
fixtures, TVs, computers, motors, etc. all produce EMI which can interfere
with the detector and cause it to beep when no metal is present, and
sometimes to beep erratically.

HOW DEEP WILL IT GO?

The Delta Metal Detector will detect a coin-sized object, like a quarter, to a
distance of about 11 from the searchcoil at maximum sensitivity. Large metal
objects can be detected to a depth of several feet. Detectability is directly
related to the size of the metal object -- the larger the object, the deeper it can
be detected.
POWER
ON/OFF

Accuracy of target identification is also related to distance from the coil.

Beyond a distance of 8, the accuracy of target identification begins to
diminish.

Press MODE button

to TOGGLE between
the Discrimination
and All Metal
Modes.
Press MENU button
to select the
menu item you
want to adjust.

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Discrimination and All Metal Modes have independent sensitivity settings.

First highlight the mode, then adjust the sensitivity level for that mode.

Press and hold

the Pinpoint
button to
actuate PINPOINT
at any time.

Press
or
Buttons
to CHANGE THE SETTING
of the active menu item.
The active menu item is
the Highlighted line on the
left side of the display.

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OPERATION and CONTROLS

OPERATION and CONTROLS (continued)

POWERING UP

MENU SELECTIONS

Press
The detector always starts in the DISCRIMINATION Mode.
Motion is required.
Default sensitivity is at about 70% of maximum, (08).
All target categories except iron are illuminated, meaning that all metal
objects will be detected except iron.

1. SENSITIVITY
Use
and
to increase or decrease sensitivity while the SENSITIVITY
line is highlighted.
Maximum sensitivity setting is 12.
Minimum sensitivity setting is 4.
If the detector beeps erratically or beeps when there are no metal objects
being detected, reduce the sensitivity.

HOW TO WORK THE CONTROLS

The searchcoil produces a magnetic field and then detects changes in that
magnetic field caused by the presence of metal objects. This magnetic field
that the detector creates is also susceptible to the electromagnetic energy
produced by other electronic devices. Power lines, microwave ovens, lighting
fixtures, TVs, computers, motors, etc. all produce EMI which can interfere
with the detector and cause it to beep when no metal is present, and
sometimes to beep erratically.

HOW DEEP WILL IT GO?

The Delta Metal Detector will detect a coin-sized object, like a quarter, to a
distance of about 11 from the searchcoil at maximum sensitivity. Large metal
objects can be detected to a depth of several feet. Detectability is directly
related to the size of the metal object -- the larger the object, the deeper it can
be detected.
POWER
ON/OFF

Accuracy of target identification is also related to distance from the coil.

Beyond a distance of 8, the accuracy of target identification begins to
diminish.

Press MODE button

to TOGGLE between
the Discrimination
and All Metal
Modes.
Press MENU button
to select the
menu item you
want to adjust.

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Discrimination and All Metal Modes have independent sensitivity settings.

First highlight the mode, then adjust the sensitivity level for that mode.

Press and hold

the Pinpoint
button to
actuate PINPOINT
at any time.

Press
or
Buttons
to CHANGE THE SETTING
of the active menu item.
The active menu item is
the Highlighted line on the
left side of the display.

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OPERATION and CONTROLS (continued)

THE BASICS OF METAL DETECTING (continued)

MENU SELECTIONS (cont.)

5. EMI (Electromagnetic Interference)

2. DISC. LEVEL
and
Use
to increase or decrease DISCRIMINATION level.
Each time you press
, a target category is eliminated from detection.
Elimination occurs from left to right. When a category description (for example
IRON) disappears from the display, then targets classified in that category
will not be detected.
Pressing
reverses the discrimination process. With each press of
, a category description will reappear, indicating that targets
classified in that category will again be detected.

The searchcoil produces a magnetic field and then detects changes in that
magnetic field caused by the presence of metal objects. This magnetic field
that the detector creates is also susceptible to the electromagnetic energy
produced by other electronic devices. Power lines, microwave ovens,
lighting fixtures, TVs, computers, motors, etc. all produce EMI which can
interfere with the detector and cause it to beep when no metal is present,
and sometimes to beep erratically.
The SENSITIVITY control lets you reduce the strength of this magnetic field,
and therefore lessen its susceptibility to EMI. You may want to operate at
maximum strength, but the presence of EMI may make this impossible, so if
you experience erratic behavior or false signals, reduce the sensitivity.

Discrimination is a cumulative elimination system. Targets can be eliminated

from left to right on the scale, with each additional press of
, resulting in
more objects being eliminated from detection.

HEADPHONE JACK

3. NOTCH

The detector has a 1/8 headphone jack on the left side of the housing.

Use
and
line is highlighted.

to notch target categories IN or OUT while the NOTCH

Whereas the discrimination feature eliminates all categories sequentially from

detection, the NOTCH control allows you to selectively include or exclude
target categories from detection.
With each press of
or
, the notched category moves across the
display screen. As you move the position of the notched category, you are
changing the detection status of the selected category.
If a target category was previously eliminated (word not visible) then
notching that category will return it to detection.
If a target category was previously retained (word is visible) then
notching that category will remove it from detection.
Only one target category at a time can be selected for notching. To notch multiple
or
categories in or out, wait for the icon to stop flashing and then press
again to select the next notch.
Each time you press
to select notch, followed by
, the notch
program will begin by changing the status of the IRON segment

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Optional Headphones come standard with a 1/8 stereo plug.

When the headphone jack is connected, speaker audio is disabled.

USING HEADPHONES
Using a detector with headphones facilitates detection of the weakest
signals and also extends the battery life.
It also allows you to hear subtle changes in the sound more clearly, particularly
if searching in a noisy location. For safety reasons, do not use headphones
near traffic or where other dangers are present. This device is to be used with
interconnecting cables/headphone cables shorter than three meters.

Headphone
Jack

THE BASICS OF METAL DETECTING

A hobby metal detector is intended for locating buried metal objects. When
searching for metals, underground or on the surface, you have the following
challenges and objectives:
1. Ignoring signals caused by ground minerals.
2. Ignoring signals caused by metal objects that you do not want to find, like
pull-tabs.
3. Identifying a buried metal object before you dig it up.
4. Estimating the size and depth of objects, to facilitate digging them up.
5. Eliminating the effects of electromagnetic interference from other
electronic devices.
Your metal detector is designed with these things in mind.

1. Ground Minerals
All soils contain minerals. Signals from ground minerals can interfere with
the signals from metal objects you want to find. All soils differ, and can differ
greatly, in the type and amount of ground minerals present. The Delta has
a preset gound elimination setting. No user adjustment is required.

OPERATION and CONTROLS (continued)

MENU SELECTIONS (cont.)

NOTCH (cont.)
At any time, the display screen indicates the current category notches or discrimination settings. Any category whose description is not visible will not be detected.
For example, the following settings tell us that:
The nickel, dime,
quarter and 50
categories will be
detected.
All other categories
of targets (iron, foil,
alum and zinc) will
not be detected.

2. Trash
If searching for coins, which will induce higher tone sounds, you want to
ignore items like aluminum foil, nails and pull-tabs. These undesirable items
induce lower tones. You can listen to the sounds of all objects detected, and
decide on what you want to dig up. Or you can eliminate unwanted metals
from detection by using the DISCRIMINATION feature.

3. Identifying Buried Objects

When searching in the DISCRIMINATION Mode, different objects induce
different tones (high, medium, low) and are classified on the display screen in
different categories from left to right. A 2-digit numerical reading is also provided
in the middle of the display for more precise Target Identification. The
DISCRIMINATION Mode requires motion: sweep the coil over the metal object.

4. Size and Depth of Buried Objects

When using the detector in the motion DISCRIMINATION Mode, the relative
depth of an object is displayed on the right of the display in a 5-segment
format. A more accurate depth reading is available in a no-motion mode,
using PINPOINT Mode. Pinpoint displays target depth in inches. Pinpoint
does not require the coil to be in motion to detect metals. The ability to hold
the searchcoil motionless over the target also aids in tracing an outline of the
buried object, or in pinpointing the exact location of the object using
techniques described in the pinpointing section.
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4. VOLUME
While the VOLUME line is highlighted, use
speaker volume.

and

to change the

The default volume setting is 8. Maximum is 10.

Minimum is 0 (volume off). At levels 1, 2 and 3, high tones will be inaudible or
barely audible.
The speaker volume will diminish as battery voltage drops. For maximum
speaker volume, use 1 or 2 tones, as the low and bass tones generate the
loudest sounds.
Volume can be set while in either the DISCRIMINATION or ALL METAL
Modes, but only one setting applies to both modes. Volume in the two modes
cannot be set independently.
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OPERATION and CONTROLS (continued)

MODE SELECTIONS
There are three selections under the MODE section of the display.
Press

to toggle between DISCRIMINATION and ALL METAL.

Press

at any time to activate PINPOINT Mode.

1. DISCRIMINATION Mode
This mode is the default mode, and requires the searchcoil to be in motion in
order to detect and identify targets. This is the mode most commonly used for
continuous searching. In this mode, targets are identified with distinct tones,
and are classified in categories at the bottom of the display. A two-digit
numerical value, on a scale of 10 to 99, is displayed in the middle of the
screen. The depth range of the target is also displayed at the right of the
display. All MENU items can be selected and customized in this mode.

2. ALL METAL Mode

All Metal Modes of operation are, like discrimination, motion modes of
operation. The visual target identification system will identify targets, similar to
the Discrimination Mode, except that target rejection is not possible in any All
Metal Mode.
There are two different All Metal Modes, identified as A1 and A2.
The best All Metal Mode for you to select depends on the ground conditions
where you are hunting.
A1 has more default sensitivity, about an inch more on a coin-sized object, but
will sound off over more highly mineralized ground.
A2 is more tolerant of ground conditions, but will be less sensitive over lessmineralized ground. The two modes also have different audio characteristics.
A2 will provide better target separation, as the sound covers a tighter area as
you cross over a target.
In both A1 and A2, all types of metal objects induce a sound which varies in
pitch and volume according to the size of the object and its distance from the
coil. For example, a larger object close to the coil will induce a loud, highpitched tone. A small object, farther from the coil will induce a lower-pitch
lower-volume tone.
Use an ALL METAL Mode for maximum sensitivity to buried targets.
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QUICK-START DEMONSTRATION
I. Supplies Needed
a Nail
a Zinc Penny (dated after 1982)
a Nickel
a Quarter
II. Position the Detector
a. Place the detector on a table, with the searchcoil hanging over the edge.
Or better, have a friend hold the detector, with the searchcoil off the ground.
b. Keep the searchcoil away from walls, floors and metal objects.
c. Remove watches, rings and jewelry.
d. Turn off lights or appliances, whose electromagnetic
emissions may cause interference.
e. Pivot the searchcoil back.
III. Power Up
Press

IV. Wave each object over the searchcoil

a. Notice a different tone for each object:
No Tone:
Nail (in default setting iron is not detected)
Medium Tone: Zinc Penny & Nickel
High Tone:
Quarter
b. Motion is required.
Objects must be in motion over the searchcoil to be detected in this mode.
V. Press
once to enter the DISC. LEVEL program.
Then press
four times.
VI. Wave the Nickel and Zinc penny
a. Neither coin is detected.
VII. Press the
to toggle down to NOTCH. Then press
a. 5 reappears on the display

three times

VIII. Wave the Nickel

a. The nickel is now again detected.
b. The nickel has been notched in.
IX. Press

to toggle down to ALL METAL

X. Pass the Quarter over the searchcoil

a. Move the quarter closer to and farther away from the searchcoil. Notice
the change in pitch and volume.
XI. Press and hold
a. Hold the Quarter motionless over the searchcoil.
b. Notice that motion is NOT required.
c. Move the Quarter closer, then farther away from the coil. Notice the
changing depth reading.
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BATTERIES

OPERATION and CONTROLS (continued)

The detector requires a single 9-volt ALKALINE battery

(battery not included).
Do not use ordinary zinc carbon batteries.
Do not use Heavy Duty batteries.

MODE SELECTIONS (cont.)

Rechargeable batteries can also be used.

If you wish to use rechargeable batteries, we recommend using a
Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable battery.
The battery compartment is located on the back side of the housing.
Slide the battery door to the side and remove it to expose the battery
compartment.

BATTERY LIFE
Expect 20 to 25 hours of life from a 9-volt alkaline battery.
Rechargeable batteries provide about 8 hours of usage per charge.

SPEAKER VOLUME AND BATTERY CHARGE

You may notice the speaker volume drop while one battery segment is
illuminated.
With one segment flashing, low speaker volume will be very apparent.

BATTERY INDICATOR
The remaining battery life is proportional to the percentage of the battery icon
illuminated.
After the battery indicator begins flashing, expect the detector to shut off within
10 minutes.

3. PINPOINT
Enter PINPOINT from either Disc or All
Metal Mode. Press and hold
to
activate pinpoint. Pinpoint detection is
only active for as long as you keep
depressed.
Pinpoint is used to find the exact
location of a target which was
previously located and identified
using the Discrimination Mode. As
this mode does not require motion
over the target, the user can move
the coil more slowly and then
narrow the detection field when
near the target.
How to Pinpoint
Position the searchcoil an inch or two
(2.5-5cm) above the ground, and to the
side of the target. Then press and hold
. Now move the searchcoil slowly
across the target, and the sound will
communicate the targets location. As
you sweep from side to side, and hear
no sound at the ends of the sweep, the
target is located in the middle of that
zone, where the sound is loudest. If the
sound is loud over a wide area, the
buried object is large. Use Pinpoint to
trace an outline of such large objects.

Narrow It Down
To further narrow the field of detection,
position the searchcoil near the center
of the response pattern (but not at the
exact center), release
, and then
quickly press-and-hold it again. Now
you will only hear a response when
the searchcoil is right over the top of
the target. Repeat this procedure to
narrow the zone even further. Each
time you repeat the procedure, the
field of detection will narrow further.
Consider Purchasing a Pinpointer
When you kneel down to unearth an
object, you may find it frustrating as the
object can appear exactly like the
surrounding soil. You may hold the
object in your hand, and find it
necessary to pass a handful of dirt over
the searchcoil to see if it contains
metal. An easier way is to use a
handheld pinpointer. It is a probe-like
device which is poked into the ground,
making close up pinpointing a snap,
reducing digging time, and minimizing
the size of the holes you will dig.
Teknetics offers a robust and
inexpensive pinpointer designed for
this purpose.

CORRECT
WRONG

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ASSEMBLY (continued)

TARGET IDENTIFICATION
In DISCRIMINATION Mode, targets
are identified both audibly and visually
as follows:
1.Different pitch tones for different types of
metals
2.A 2-digit Target ID
3.An illuminated icon within the target
category best describing it.

AUDIO TARGET IDENTIFICATION:

Tones identify targets as follows:
LOW TONE (ID: 1-39)
Ferrous objects, such as iron and steel,
like nails and tin cans. Smallest-sized gold
objects and some steel bottle caps
MEDIUM TONE (ID: 40-79)
Foil, pull-tabs (some new style), nickels,
steel bottle caps. Newer pennies (post1982 are minted from zinc). Larger gold
pieces, small brass objects, and most bottle
screw caps. Most recent-vintage non-US
coins. Pull-tabs (old style, some new style)
HIGH TONE (ID: 80-99)
Silver and copper coins, large brass
objects. Older pennies (pre-1982 were
minted from copper). Dimes, quarters,
half-dollars, silver dollars. Susan B.
Anthony and Sacagawea dollar coins.
Flattened aluminum cans (with a stronger
signal than a coin)

Numeric Some
Value
Common
Category Range Objects
Iron

10 - 39

camlock. If this happens, remove burr with knife to allow insertion.

Position S-Rod upright.

Rotate the LOCKING COLLAR fully in the
counterclockwise direction.
Insert your finger inside the tube and make sure the
INTERNAL CAM LOCK is flush with the inside of the
tube.

Foil

40 - 55

Nickel

56 - 60

INTERNAL
CAM LOCK 3

PullTab

61 -75

S-Cap+

65 - 74

Zinc

75 - 79

MIDDLE 4
STEM

Dime

80 - 85

76

US Dime

82
81 - 82

(pre-1982)
86 - 90

LOW TONE

MEDIUM TONE

Nails & Small Gold

Pull Tabs, Nickels, Smaller &

Larger Gold, Zinc Pennies
(Post 1982), Many screw caps

US Quarter
50+

87
91-99

US Half-Dollar

89

US Silver Dollar

94-96

HIGH TONE

Copper, Silver & Brass

Copper Pennies (Pre 1982)

LOCKING
COLLAR
SILVER
BUTTON

MIDDLE STEM

MIDDLE
STEM
CABLE

58

US Zinc Penny

US Copper Penny

Quarter+

S-ROD

(after 1982)

S-ROD

SILVER BUTTON

Typical
Values for
Common
Objects

US Nickel

VELCRO
STRAP

LOCKING
COLLAR 2

S-ROD

Audio Target Identification (ATI) classifies metals into three categories.

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1
2
3

2-Digit TARGET IDENTIFICATION Values

2-Digit Target Identification

The 2-digit value in the middle of the
screen provides a specific target value to
help identify buried targets more
accurately. With practice in the field, you
will learn to associate target values with
specific objects. Coins are more likely to

Caution: Forcing in MIDDLE STEM with CAM LOCK raised may form a burr on

yield the same value with each pass of the

coil due to their concentric shape. The
presence of multiple targets will yield
multiple tones. Trash objects are more
likely to yield a different number on each
pass. The angle of the coil relative to an
object may also influence target
identification. If waving coins over the
searchcoil for practice, wave with the flat
side parallel to the searchcoil; this is the
position you will most often find coins
buried in the ground.

4 Insert the MIDDLE STEM into the S-ROD,

with the SILVER BUTTON pointed upward

5
the MIDDLE STEM until the SILVER BUTTON
Rotate
locates in the hole.

6
7

Twist the LOCKING COLLAR fully in the clockwise

direction until it locks.
Repeat this process on the LOWER STEM.
Using the BOLT and KNURLED KNOB, attach the
SEARCHCOIL to the LOWER STEM.
Adjust the LOWER STEM to a length that lets you maintain
a comfortable upright posture, with your arm relaxed at your
side, and the SEARCHCOIL parallel to the ground in front
of you.
10 Wind the CABLE securely around the STEMS.

11 Connect CABLE PLUG to housing.

LOCKING
COLLAR
SILVER
BUTTON
LOWER
STEM
VELCRO
STRAP

KNURLED
KNOB
SEARCHCOIL
BOLT

Do not twist the Cable or Plug. Turn Locking Ring only.

Use minimal finger pressure to start the threads. Do not
cross-thread. When the Locking Ring is fully engaged
over the threaded connector, give it a firm turn to make
sure that it is very tight. When the Locking Ring is fully
engaged over the threaded connector, it may not cover all of
the threads.

12

Tighten both LOCKING COLLARS.

* Note: Very tall users can purchase the optional Extended Lower Stem (TUBE5X), for extended reach.

DEPTH AND TARGET DISPLAY

ASSEMBLY

Please refer to the display on your detector

and reference the TARGET I.D. categories
below applicable to your model (not all
detectors include all of these categories).

Nut

Adjusting the Armrest

The armrest may be moved
forward or backward by removing
the single screw and nut, and then
repositioning the 2-piece armrest.
Users with shorter arms may find
the armrest more comfortable in
the forward position. In order to
move the armrest backward, the
plastic plug must be removed from
the aluminum tube.

READING THE DISPLAY

Armrest

Screw

Battery
Compartment
(back side)

Armrest Strap
(optional accessory)
The strap is available for purchase
as a separate accessory. Some
users prefer to use the strap when
swing the detector vigorously in
order to hold the detector secure
against the arm.
The detector can also be used
without the strap, with no
compromise to detector balance
and stability under most conditions.

Hand-grip

S-Rod

Headphone
Jack
Velcro
Strap

Cable
Plug
Locking
Collar

Middle
Stem

Search
Coil
Cable
Locking
Collar
Optional Arm Strap

Velcro
Strap

Searchoil

The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) shows the

PROBABLE identification of the targeted metal,
as well as the PROBABLE depth of the target.
The detector will register a consistent target
identification, upon each sweep of the coil,
when a buried target has been located and
identified. If, upon repeated passes over the
same spot, the target identification reads
inconsistently, the target is probably a trash
item, or oxidized metal. With practice, you will
learn to unearth only the repeatable signals.
The segment identifications are highly
accurate, when detecting the objects
described on the label. However, if an object
registers in a given category for an unknown
buried object, you could be detecting a
metallic object other than the object described
on the label, but with the same metallic
signature. Also, the greater the distance
between the target and the coil, the less
accurate the target identification.
GOLD TARGETS Gold objects will register toward
the middle or left-of-center on the LCD scale.
Gold flakes may register under iron.
Small gold items may register under foil or 5.
Large gold items will register toward the
center of the scale.
SILVER TARGETS: Silver objects will register
to the right of the scale, under dime or higher.
IRON: All sizes of iron objects will register on
the far-left side of the scale. This could
indicate a worthless item such as a nail, or a
more valuable historic iron relic.
FOIL: Aluminum foil, such as a gum wrapper,
will register as foil. A small broken piece of pull
tab may also register here.
5: Most newer pull-tabs from beverage cans,
the type intended to stay attached to the can,
will register here. Many gold rings will also
register here.
ALUM: Older pull tabs, which always detached
completely from the can, register here. Many
medium size gold ring also register here.
PT(pull-tabs): Pull-tabs from older beverage
cans will register here. Few newer pull-tabs
will also register here. Many gold rings will

also register here.

S-CAP: Older screw caps from glass bottles
will register here. Large gold rings, like a class
ring, could also register here. Some non-U.S.
coins of recent vintage will also register here.
Zinc: Medium conductivity objects and many nonU.S. coins of recent vintage are classified here.
The Target Identification Categories to the
right of the display, such as copper coins, 10,
DIME, 25, Quarter, 50, $1 accurately
identify these U.S. coins. When used in areas
outside the U.S., these categories identify
coins or metal objects of high relative
conductivity (such as silver coins or relics), or
large objects made of any type of metal.
Caution: The target indications are visual
references. Many other types of metal can fall
under any one of these categories. While the
detector will eliminate or indicate the presence
of most common trash items, it is impossible to
accurately classify ALL buried objects.

5-SEGMENT DEPTH INDICATOR:

The Depth Indicator is accurate for coin-sized
objects. It indicates the depth of the target, in
inches as follows:
Segments Illuminated
Top Segment
= 0 to 2 deep.
Top 2 Segments
= 2 to 3 deep.
Top 3 Segments
= 4 to 5 deep.
Top 4 Segments
= 6 to 7 deep.
All Segments
= 8+ deep.

Large and irregularly-shaped objects will yield

less reliable depth readings
When passing over an object, the indicators
will light up and stay illuminated for three
seconds. 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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

TERMINOLOGY

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM

CAUSE

SOLUTION

Detector chatters
or beeps erratically

Using detector
indoors
Using detector near
power lines
Using 2 detectors in
close proximity
Highly oxidized
buried object
Environmental
electromagnetic
interference

Use detector
outdoors only
Move away
from power lines
Keep 2 detectors
at least 20 apart
Only dig up
repeatable
signals
Reduce sensitivity
until erratic
signals cease

Discharged battery

Replace battery

Wrong type of
battery

Use only 9V
alkaline battery

Constant low tone

or constant repeating
tones

The following terms are used throughout the manual, and are standard
terminology among detectorists.

ELIMINATION
Reference to a metal being "eliminated" means that the detector will not
emit a tone, nor light up an indicator, when a specified object passes
through the coils detection field.

DISCRIMINATION
When the detector emits different tones for different types of metals, 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 of professional metal detectors.
Discrimination allows the user to ignore trash and otherwise undesirable
objects.

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

IRON
Iron is a common, low-grade metal that is an undesirable target in certain
metal detecting applications. Examples of 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;
cannon balls, old armaments, and parts of old structures and vehicles
can also be composed of iron.

FERROUS
LCD does not lock
on to one target ID
or detector emits
multiple tones

No power, no
sounds

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Multiple targets
present
Highly oxidized
target
Sensitivity set
too high

Move coil slowly

at different angles

Reduce sensitivity

Dead battery

Replace battery

Cord not connected

securely

Check connections

Metals which are made of, or contain, iron.

PINPOINTING
Pinpointing is 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-tabs from beverage containers are the most
bothersome trash items for treasure hunters. They come in many
different shapes and sizes. Pull-tabs can be eliminated from
detection, but some other valuable objects can have a magnetic
signature similar to pull-tabs, and will also be eliminated when
discriminating out pull-tabs.

GROUND BALANCE
Ground Balancing is the ability of the detector to ignore, or "see through,"
the earths naturally occurring minerals, and only sound a tone when a
metal object is detected. This detector incorporates proprietary circuitry
to eliminate false signals from severe ground conditions.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Quick-Start Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

TREASURE HUNTERS CODE OF ETHICS:

Always check Federal, State, County and local laws before searching.
Respect private property and do not enter private property without the owners permission.
Take care to refill all holes and leave no damage.
Remove and dispose of any and all trash and litter found.
Appreciate and protect our inheritance of natural resources, wildlife and private property.
Act as an ambassador for the hobby, use thoughtfulness, consideration and courtesy at all times.
Never destroy historical or archaeological treasures.
All treasure hunters may be judged by the example you set; always conduct yourself with
courtesy and consideration of others

Basic Of Metal Detecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9

Ground Minerals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Trash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Identifying Buried Objects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Size and Depth of Buried Objects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Operation and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-15
MENU Selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-13
Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

The Delta metal detector is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship
under normal use for five years from the date of purchase to the original owner.
Damage due to neglect, accidental damage, or misuse of this product is not covered under this warranty. Decisions regarding abuse or misuse of the detector are
made solely at the discretion of the manufacturer.
Proof of Purchase is required to make a claim under this warranty.
Liability under this Warranty is limited to replacing or repairing, at our option, the
metal detector returned, shipping cost prepaid to First Texas Products. Shipping cost
to First Texas Products is the responsibility of the consumer.
To return your detector for service, please first contact First Texas for a Return
Authorization (RA) Number. Reference the RA number on your package and return
the detector within 15 days of calling to:

Disc Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Notch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
MODE Selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15
Discrimination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
All Metal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
PinPoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Target Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Depth And Target Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

First Texas Products L.L.C.

1465-H Henry Brennan Dr.
El Paso, TX 79936
Phone: 915-633-8354

NOTE TO CUSTOMERS OUTSIDE THE U.S.A.

This warranty may vary in other countries, check with your distributor for details.
Warranty does not cover shipping costs.

According to FCC part 15.21 Changes or Modifications made to this device not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with FCC Part 15 Subpart B Section 15.109 Class B.
Copyright 2010 by First Texas Products, L.L.C.
All rights reserved, including the right to reproduce this book, or parts thereof, in any form,
except for the inclusion of brief quotations in a review.
Published by First Texas Products, L.LC..
Copyright 2010
All rights reserved, including the right to reproduce this book, or parts thereof, in any form.

Code of Ethics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
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1465-H Henry Brennan El Paso, TX 79936 (915) 633-8354

MADE IN USA

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ACCESSORIES
Teknetics Padded Carrying Bag.
Made of rugged double-stitched nylon construction. Includes
outside zip-pocket for extra accessories. CBAG-T

Teknetics Camouflage Backpack -TKCBACKPACK

Teknetics Camo Pouch
Camo pouch with two inside pockets, belt included. PCH-T

Stereo Headphones
True Stereo, compatible with all Teknetics detectors, 1/4 jack with 1/8
adapter, dual volume, coiled cable HEADT

Teknetics Pinpointer
Pinpoint exact location of target with audio and vibration indication. No
assembly required, uses one 9V (not included). PINPOINTER

Teknetics Gold Pick

Tempered steel head is 10 long, edge is 3-1/4 wide, overall length 19.
Durable fiberglass handle, rubberized hand grip and powerful super magnet
attached to head. GOLDPICK

OWNERS MANUAL

Replacement/Accessory Searchcoils
11 Biaxial Standard Coil 11COIL-TEK
10 Elliptical Concentric Coil 10COIL-TEK
10 Biaxial Coil 10COILDD-TEK
5 Biaxial Accessory Coil 5COIL-TEK

If you do not have prior experience

with a metal detector, we strongly
recommend that you:

Coil Covers
Specially made to protect your coil from abrasion and damage.
11 Biaxial Standard Coil Cover COVER-11DD
10 Concentric Coil Cover F70COVER
10 Biaxial Coil Cover 2023190000
5 Biaxial Coil Cover 5COVER-CZ3

1) Adjust the Sensitivity

to a low setting in the
event of false signals.
Always begin use at a
reduced sensitivity level. Expect chatter or
internal noise at high sensitivity.

Lesche Knife
Made from high quality heat-treated tempered steel. The ultimate digging
tool. Comes with a durable sheath.
12" in length with a 7" serrated blade LESCHE KNIFE
Teknetics Black Hoodie (Sizes: M,L,XL and 2XL) - TKHOODIE

Teknetics T-Shirt

2) Do not use indoors. This detector is for

outdoor use only.
Many household
appliances emit electromagnetic energy,
which can interfere with the detector. If
conducting an indoor demonstration, turn
the sensitivity down and keep the search coil
away from appliances such as computers,
televisions and microwave ovens. If your
detector beeps erratically, turn off
appliances and lights.

100% cotton with Teknetics Logo. Sizes: S, M, LG, XL & XXL TKTSHIRT
Teknetics Stainless Steel Coffee Mug - TKMUG
Teknetics Camouflage Baseball Cap (One size-fits-all) -TKCCAP

Teknetics Baseball Cap

One size fits all. TKCAP

Face Rain Cover

Neoprene cover to protect from weather RAINCOV-DELTA

Gold
Prospecting Kits

Also keep the search coil away

from objects containing metal,
such as floors and walls.
3) Use a 9-volt ALKALINE battery
only.
Do not use Heavy Duty Batteries.
FOR COMPLETE DETAILS VISIT WWW.TEKNETICST2.COM 1-800-413-4131
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