Bounty Hunter Tracker IV User manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
1. This is a MOTION detector.
You must sweep the searchcoil from
side-to-side to detect metal.
A motionless searchcoil over a metal object will
not result in detection.
2. DO NOT USE INDOORS. Detector is for
outdoor use only.
Household appliances emit electromagnetic fields, which can
interfere with your detector. If conducting an indoor demonstration,
turn the sensitivity down and keep the searchcoil away from
appliances such as microwaves, computers and televisions. If your
detector beeps erratically, turn off appliances and lights.
Do not test by placing coins on the floor. Most floors contain metal.
Keep the searchcoil away from floors, walls, and tables, which can
contain metal.
3. Use 9-volt ALKALINE batteries only.
Do not use Heavy Duty batteries.
Do not use ordinary Zinc-Carbon batteries.
4. Adjust sensitivity to a low level in the event of false signals
Always begin use at reduced sensitivity.
Increase to full sensitivity after you are familiar with the detector’s
operation.
Important Facts to Know
about your Metal Detector.
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Introduction .................................. 3
Tracker IV Features ............................ 3
Assembly .................................... 4
Batteries ..................................... 5
Quick-Start Demo .............................. 6
Basic Operation ..............................7-9
All Metal................................. 7
Discrimination ...........................7-8
Ground Balancing .......................... 9
In the Field Techniques ......................10-11
Pinpoint ................................ 11
Trouble Shooting ............................. 12
Metal Detecting Applications ..................13-14
Headphones ................................. 14
Treasure Hunter’s Code of Ethics................. 15
Warranty.................................... 15
Accessories........................... Back Cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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The Tracker IV is a user-friendly instrument, requiring only a
minimum of operator skill, yet delivering effective performance over
a wide range of conditions and applications.
Streamlined in appearance,
with only two operating
knobs and a mode selec-
tion switch, the Tracker
IV has eliminated the two
most difficult aspects of
metal detector operation,
Tuning and Ground Bal-
ancing. Both of these func-
tions are automatic with the
Tracker IV.
The Tracker IV will detect in
extreme ground conditions,
ranging from salt (for beach
hunting) to black sand (for
gold prospecting), with no
operator adjustments to the
circuitry and with no loss of
sensitivity.
From salt water beach
conditions to black sand
deposits common at gold
prospecting locations, the
Tracker IV sees through
the earth’s
naturally
occurring
minerals to
find buried
metals.
Tracker IV FEATURES
Interchangeable
Searchcoil System
Headphone Jack
Three-position
Toggle Switch
S-Rod
Handle
System
Meter System
Detector
Stand
Comfort
Hand-grip
Padded
Armrest
Discriminate
Control
Sensitivity Control
INTRODUCTION
8” Waterproof Searchcoil
4
Assembling your Tracker IV Metal
Detector is easy and requires no
tools. Just follow these steps:
1
Using the supplied bolt and
knurled knob, attach the
searchcoil to the lower stem.
2
Press the button on the upper
end of the lower stem and slide
the lower stem into the upper
stem.
Adjust the stem to a length that
lets you maintain a comfortable
upright posture, with your arm
relaxed at your side.
3
Wind the searchcoil cable
around the stem. Leave
enough slack in the cable to let
you adjust the coil when you
are hunting on uneven ground.
Then tighten the knob at the
end of the searchcoil.
Note:
To adjust the coil,
simply loosen the knob.
4
Insert the coil’s plug into the
matching connector on the
control housing. Be sure the
holes and pins line up correctly.
Caution:
Do not force the plug in.
Excess force will cause damage.
To disconnect the cable, pull out
the plug.
Do not pull on the cable.
EASY ASSEMBLY
Lower
Stem
Upper
Stem
Connector
on back of
Control Housing
Bolt Knurled
Knob
Searchcoil
Lower
Stem
Searchcoil
Cable
Upper
Stem
Plug
Control
Housing
Bottom view
Bottom side
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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 sensitivity setting.
The Low Battery Indicator Light will come on and stay on if the
batteries are discharged. It should flash momentarily when the
Power Switch is turned off.
IMPORTANT: Your Tracker IV metal detector requires two 9-Volt
ALKALINE batteries.
Follow these steps to install the batteries.
1Carefully remove the battery
compartment door by
pressing the release clip on
the right side of the door.
2Snap one battery onto each
of the terminals and place the
batteries inside the compart-
ment. Feed wires to bottom of
compartment first. Then push
batteries into compartment
with terminals facing inward.
(see graphic)
3Replace the compartment door
by carefully inserting opposite
side of clip first. Then press
down on clip side until battery
door snaps into place.
CAUTION: Some off-brand batteries
maybe very large and difficult to insert.
BATTERIES
DO NOT MIX OLD
AND NEW BATTERIES
Battery
Terminals Facing in
Towards Bottom
Release
Clip
Both Batteries
Terminals Facing
in Towards Bottom
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Here is a quick way to demonstrate the basic features of your Tracker IV.
I. Supplies Needed
• A quarter (25¢)
• A nickel (5¢)
• A Penny (1¢)
• A small piece of aluminum foil
• A Nail
II. Position your Tracker IV
• Place the detector on a table, with the searchcoil hanging over the edge.
• Be sure that the searchcoil is far away from walls or metal objects. Keep the
searchcoil away from any metal in the table.
III. Beginning Switch Settings
• Right Knob (Discriminate) – LOW
• Toggle Switch – Middle Position
• Turn detector on with “Sensitivity”
knob set to 3:00 position
• Reduce “Sensitivity” in case of interference
IV. All Metal Detection
A.
Wave all objects over the searchcoil
• NOTICE THE SINGLE TONE
V. Tone Mode Detection
A. Move toggle switch to the right position – TONE
B. Turn the “Discriminate” knob to 2:00 (about 3/4 turn)
C. Sweep all of the different objects back and forth
under the searchcoil
• NOTICE THE DIFFERENT TONES
• NOTICE THE METALS REJECTED
VI. Disc Mode Detection
A. Move the toggle switch to the left position – DISC
B. Turn the “Discriminate” knob to LOW
C. Sweep all of the different objects back and forth
under the searchcoil.
• NOTICE THE METALS REJECTED
D. Turn the “Discriminate” knob slowly to the right
while sweeping all of the different objects at
different settings.
• NOTICE THE DIFFERENT TONES
• NOTICE THE METALS REJECTED
Quick Start DEMONSTRATION
Toggle SwiTch
Toggle SwiTch
Toggle SwiTch
ALL METAL
TONE
FULL DISC
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The Tracker IV is a “MOTION” detector. This means that the
searchcoil must be moving to detect the presence of metal. When
practicing with a stationary metal detector, keep the target moving
over the coil. Objects held still under the searchcoil will not be
detected.
THREE MODES OF OPERATION
The Tracker IV allows for three modes of operation:
ALL METAL, TONE AND FULL DISCRIMINATE
After turning the unit on, and adjusting your Sensitivity to the
desired setting, you’re now ready to decide on your mode of
operation.
ALL METAL:
(Toggle Switch in the Middle)
In this mode, all different
types of metal will be detected such as: iron, steel, aluminum,
brass, silver, copper and gold. Applications: Relic Hunting, Gold
Prospecting, Cache Hunting and general applications such as
property marker locating. This mode provides maximum depth
detection capability.
FULL DISCRIMINATE:
(Toggle Switch to the Left)
When using the
Full Discriminator, most trash items will be automatically rejected.
Adjust the DISCRIMINATE control higher to increase the range of
discrimination.
TONE DISCRIMINATE:
(Toggle Switch to the Right)
When using the
Tone Discriminator, a unique dual tone “beep” and automatic iron
rejection makes finding treasure fun and easy. It’s also possible
to achieve a broken tone for certain pull-tabs by adjusting your
Discriminate control to the approximate center position (12:00).
With the two-tone discrimination, along with a broken tone for
pull-tabs, you will be able to identify types of buried metals
according to the audio tones emitted. Applications: Coinshooting,
Jewelry Hunting and detecting in highly trashed areas.
OPERATION
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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)
Classifies
detected metal objects by emitting a low
or high tone.
Adjust the DISCRIMINATE control higher
to increase the range of the low tone. It is
possible to set the DISCRIMINATE level so
that nickels have a low tone, larger coins
have a high tone, and pull-tabs have a low
tone or in-between “broken” tone. The
“broken” tone makes pull-tabs and trash easily recognizable.
Sensitivity will be reduced slightly
when using the Tracker IV in the Tone
Discrimination mode. If you want optimal
depth capability, operate in the All Metal
mode by turning the Discriminate control
completely counterclockwise; then turn the
Sensitivity control clockwise to its highest
clockwise position without chatter. If your
Tracker IV chatters or beeps erratically,
reduce the Sensitivity by turning the left
knob counterclockwise.
OPERATION
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OPERATION
AUTO GROUND CONTROL:
The Tracker IV automatic Ground Track feature allows operation in
virtually all soil conditions, regardless of mineral content.
Use it effectively on the beach or for gold prospecting. In the ALL
METAL Mode (Toggle switch in the middle), the Tracker IV will
detect gold nuggets through black sand and will find deeply buried
relics in all types of soil.
OPERATING TIPS:
Turn the detector on using the left knob. NOTE: The detector
will remain silent when turned on. It will emit sound when metal
passes beneath the searchcoil.
As the left knob is clicked on, it will be at the lowest sensitivity
setting. Turning the control knob toward “HIGH” increases sensitivity
to small or deeply buried objects. If the unit “chatters”, reduce the
sensitivity slightly, until the chatter stops.
For maximum performance, operate with the sensitivity as high as
possible. The sensitivity can generally be set higher when operating
in Full Discriminate (DISC) or Tone Discriminate (TONE) modes.
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STANCE
Stand with your arm extended in front of
your body. Don’t bend or stoop; stand
in a comfortable position. Hold the unit
so that the searchcoil is about 1/2-inch
above the ground. Adjust the searchcoil
so that it is parallel to the ground.
SWEEP
Standing in the search
position, swing the searchcoil
gently from side to side,
slightly overlapping
each sweep as you move
forward. Keep your
searchcoil approximately
1/2-inch above the
ground as you
search. Raising it
during the sweep
, or at the ends of
your sweep, can cause false readings. Move slowly; hurrying will
cause you to miss targets.
Most desirable objects will respond with a repeatable tone.
When discriminating, iron and foil objects generally do not
respond. False signals can be caused by trashy ground, electrical
interference, or by large irregular trash objects. These signals are
easily recognized by their often broken or non-repeatable nature.
IN THE FIELD
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