Owner’s Guide

MXT PRO
White’s Electronics, Inc. -
Manufacturers of the World’s Finest Metal Detectors


Congratulations and thank you for choosing

White’s MXT Pro.

The MXT series, which by design marry “versatility & high performance” with “simplicity of use”, is a wildly
successful metal detector design. I’m proud to put my name on the MXT Pro. As well, I’m proud the MXT
is grouped among a handful of landmark metal detector designs. Among the highest tribute, success in
the field has earned the MXT “benchmark status” for which all other metal detectors are judged.

Listening to successful MXT users, the MXT Pro adds the three things MXT users have been asking
for, Backlight, Multiple Tone ID, and Ground GRAB, a convenient way to update ground tracking from a
locked setting or temporarily lock ground tracking for multiple passes over questionable signals.

This instruction manual will give you a good understanding of the basics. There are no substitutes for field
experience. Practice using your MXT Pro and then study this manual further. Before long, you may well
be teaching the experts a thing or two.

It is with pride we put our “American Made Label” on every metal detector we build. At our facility here in
Sweet Home, Oregon, USA, we’ve been proudly designing, building from scratch, and distributing world-
wide, the world’s finest metal detectors for nearly 60 years.

It has always been my philosophy to keep our people in Sweet Home, Oregon working by keeping our
customers happy. I’m proud of our metal detectors and the people here at White’s who build them for you.

Happy Hunting!

President
White’s Electronics, Inc.

“I am proud to say
all White’s Metal Detectors are
built in Sweet Home, Oregon USA”


 MXT Pro Table of Contents

MXT Pro Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Assembly.....................................................................................................7
Assembly Instructions.................................................................................................8

Chapter 2 Batteries...................................................................................................9
Standard Battery Holder..............................................................................................9
Using the Standard Battery Holder..............................................................................9
Battery Check..............................................................................................................9
Optional Accessory Rechargable Battery....................................................................10

Chapter 3 MXT Pro Basic Controls & Quick Start.................................................11

Control Summary........................................................................................................11
Mode Toggle................................................................................................................11
Gain Control................................................................................................................11
DUAL Control..............................................................................................................11
Threshold Control........................................................................................................11
TRAC Control..............................................................................................................11
“Music Notes” Tone ID.................................................................................................12
Ground Grab................................................................................................................12
“Light Bulb” Backlight...................................................................................................12
Trigger (On Handgrip)..................................................................................................12
Quick Start...................................................................................................................13

Chapter 4 Display..................................................................................................14
Tone Selection............................................................................................................14
Coin & Jewelry.............................................................................................................14
Relic............................................................................................................................14
Prospecting.................................................................................................................14
Low Battery..................................................................................................................14
Coin & Jewlery...........................................................................................................14
VDI Numbers............................................................................................................14
Display Blocks..........................................................................................................15
Display Text/Labels...................................................................................................15
Depth Indication........................................................................................................15
Relic............................................................................................................................16
VDI Numbers............................................................................................................16
Display Blocks..........................................................................................................16
Display Text/Labels...................................................................................................17
Depth Indication........................................................................................................17
Prospecting................................................................................................................18
VDI Numbers............................................................................................................18
% Iron Targets...........................................................................................................18
GND (Ground) Number.............................................................................................19


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Chapter 5 Detailed Controls.........................................................................................20

Mode Toggle............................................................................................................... 20 .

Coin & Jewelry..........................................................................................................20

Trigger (on handgrip)...............................................................................................20
DUAL Control...........................................................................................................21
“Music Notes” Tone ID.............................................................................................21
Relic...........................................................................................................................21
Trigger (on handgrip)...............................................................................................21
DUAL Control...........................................................................................................22
“Music Notes” Tone ID............................................................................................. 22 .

Prospecting...............................................................................................................22
Trigger (on handgrip)...............................................................................................22
DUAL Control...........................................................................................................22
“Music Notes” Tone ID..............................................................................................23
Concerning All Modes.................................................................................................23
TRAC Toggle...............................................................................................................23
Ground.....................................................................................................................23
Lock..........................................................................................................................23
Salt...........................................................................................................................23
Summary..................................................................................................................24
GAIN Control...............................................................................................................24
OVERLOAD.............................................................................................................24
DUAL Control..............................................................................................................26
Coin & Jewelry & Relic.............................................................................................26
Prospecting..............................................................................................................26
GAIN VS SAT........................................................................................................27
THRESHOLD..............................................................................................................28
Silent Search............................................................................................................28

Chapter 6 Searching............................................................................................. 29 .

Pinpoint Technique...........................................................................................................29
Optional Accessory “DD” Search Coils.............................................................................29
Headphones, Optional......................................................................................................30
“Coin & Jewelry” Field Use & Tuning Tips.........................................................................31
Options...........................................................................................................................31
“Relic” Field Use & Tuning Tips.........................................................................................32
Options...........................................................................................................................33
“Prospecting” Field Use & Tuning Tips..............................................................................34
Options...........................................................................................................................35

Chapter 7 Information...................................................................................................36
Cleaning.................................................................................................................................36
Weather..................................................................................................................................36
Storage...................................................................................................................................36
Precautions.............................................................................................................................36
Service................................................................................................................................... 37
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 Warranty.................................................................................................................................38
 Chapter 1 MXT Pro Assembly

Assembly
WASHERS
Twist and insert each end of
BETWEEN EACH
handle (provided) through top
LOOP EAR & of shipping carton into
CLEVIS second flap.
(CARRY CARTON)

LOOP OR
SEARCH COIL

CABLE RETAINER
CAMLOCK

CLEVIS
LOWER ROD

LOOP
CABLE

Trigger behind display has multi-

function capability depending
on which of the three “S” ROD ELBOW
modes you select.
CUP STRAP
CABLE
RETAINER ELBOW CUP
FOAM PADS
INSIDE ELBOW
CUP

LOOP
CONNECTOR

Assembly shown on MXT 300


 Chapter 2 MXT Pro Assembly

Assembly Instructions in one of the optional positions. If necessary, readjust

clevis/lower rod length with the spring clip buttons so
that the search coil can be held near the floor without
1. Remove all parts from shipping carton and check
requiring stooping over.
the assembly page to make sure all parts are pres-
ent.
7. Remove the protective paper from the two black
elbow cup foam pads. Carefully align pads on the in-
2. There are rubber washers between clevis/lower
side of the elbow cup, one on each side of the center
rod and loop ears. Use only nonmetallic washers,
rod, and press firmly into place.
fiber bolt, and thumb nut to secure loop/search coil to
clevis/lower rod.
8. Adjust the elbow cup strap so that it is loose
enough for you to slide your arm in and out without
3. Unlock “S” rod camlock and insert clevis/lower rod
loosening each time you want to set the detector
into curved “S” rod so that stainless steel spring clip
down. The elbow cup strap provides extra leverage
buttons line up and lock into one of the adjustment
and control. However, some prefer not to use it.
holes in the curved “S” rod. Turn camlock to secure.
The second or third adjustment holes are suitable for
9. Install battery as described in the next section,
average size adults. Individuals 6’ or taller should use
decal facing down, with plastic tab and steel contacts
the fully extended position. Individuals well over 6’ tall
facing toward inside of battery compartment.
should purchase the optional Tall Man Rod.
10. It should be noted at this point that the detec-
4. Unravel loop cable and wind the cable around the
tor might not work as expected indoors due to the
clevis and rod assembly, first revolution over the top
high degree of metals used in modern construction.
of the rod. Wind cable all the way to the top of the
It is best to tune and practice out-of-doors to ensure
curved “S” rod, about five revolutions. Use the black
stable, predictable results. Additionally, freshly- buried
cable retainers, one near the loop, and one near the
targets will not produce the normal depth and dis-
top of the curved “S” rod, to hold the loop cable in
crimination results of targets that have been naturally
place.
lost and settled in the ground. Due to the abnormality
caused by digging a hole in the ground matrix, and
5. Unlock control box rod camlock and insert curved
the sophistication of the ground rejection circuitry, it
“S” rod so that stainless steel spring clip buttons line
may take a number of years for freshly buried targets
up and lock into the rod on top of the control box. The
to respond at true depths and discrimination accu-
“S” rod is designed to curve up toward the display.
racy. The best way to determine true detection depth
However, those who prefer to sweep the loop close to
is in real search conditions.
their feet may desire to assemble the “S” rod to curve
down toward the ground. Turn camlock to secure.
Plug loop connector into control box, screw lock ring
to secure.

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

the elbow cup with strap secure, and sweep the loop/
search coil over the floor. If the instrument fit feels
uncomfortable, adjust the elbow cup by removing and
repositioning the bolt/thumb nut and installing


 Chapter 1 MXT Pro Batteries

Batteries Using the

Standard Battery Holder
1. The standard battery holder holds eight “AA” cell
batteries equaling 12 volts total. Alkaline batteries are
recommended for use with this model. During normal
searching conditions you can expect about 40 hours
of hunting time from a quality set of eight alkaline bat-
teries.

2. Non-alkaline batteries can be used in this holder.

When non-alkaline batteries or rechargeable “AA”
cells are used, detecting time (before replacement/
recharge) may be reduced to about 30-35 hours.

3. The battery voltage appears automatically on the

display when the Gain is used to turn the MXT Pro
“ON”. Once the batteries become weak (8 volts) “Lo
Bat” will automatically appear on the display during
searching. At that point the batteries should be re-
Standard Battery Holder placed. Alkaline batteries provide some reserve time
after “Lo Bat” appears, rechargeable batteries do not.
1. Slide open the battery holder lid (decal side of bat-
tery holder) by applying gentle upward pressure on 4. The battery compartment opens by gently pulling
the tab of the door so that it unlocks. Slide the door down on the front of each of the two latches (on the
away from the battery box exposing the cell positions. bottom of the control box) releasing the catch and
hinging open the door.
2. Remove any old cells from the holder. Note the (+)
and (-) positions of each cell and the (+) and (-) for Headphone use prolongs all battery life. Battery life
each position marked inside the cell tray. Install new will vary a great deal with temperature, number of
“AA” cells noting carefully the correct (+) and (-) posi- target signals, battery type, brand, and shelf life. Al-
tions. If the cells are installed incorrectly, the detector kaline Batteries may be used (in a pinch) well into the
may require service by an Authorized Service Center. “Lo Bat” indication. Rechargeable batteries cannot.
When traveling far from home it is always a good idea
3. Slide the door closed so that it snaps securely. to carry 8 extra penlight alkaline batteries with you.
Backlight use will slightly reduce battery life, 10% at
4. Insert the battery holder into the detector so that the lowest brightness, 20% at medium, and 30% at
the decal is facing down, with the battery holder the highest setting.
door tab and metal contact points facing toward the
inside of the battery compartment. Close the battery
compartment door and secure the two latches on the
bottom of the case. Hook the front of each latch first,
and then press down on the rear.


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Rechargeable Battery (Opt.)

A rechargeable battery system is not standard equip- battery pack, however, will diminish slowly (plateau)
ment with your MXT Pro, however, two different high in somewhat of a flat line and then, near the end of
quality systems are available. their useful life, very quickly decline. Regardless of
the battery used, for long search periods, backup
White’s rechargeable battery #802-5211, and charger cells are always suggested.
#509-0022 are the recommended standard system
and offer quick charge and overnight charge options. Rechargeable batteries deliver fairly constant voltage
(QUICK CHARGE IS FOR USA ONLY. It is not avail- until they require a recharge. If you use them well
able on 220-240 volt.) beyond low, they may be damaged, will deteriorate
more quickly than if you only use them till their volt-
White’s Premium system, #509-0037 NiMH Charger, age starts to drop significantly. Therefore, recharge-
#802-5285 NiMH Stand, and #802-5281 NiMH re- able batteries should be taken out of service and
chargeable battery offers extended search times, the recharged as soon as you notice “Lo Bat” on the
latest Nickel Metal Hydride capabilities for the MXT display.
Pro.
Rechargeable batteries (depending upon the type)
Non-rechargeable batteries will start to drop in may not provide the same amount of continuous use
voltage as soon as they are put into use and then per recharge compared to “one use life” set of quality
steadily diminish in voltage till they no longer provide alkaline batteries.
adequate power. The optional Nicad rechargeable

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 Chapter 3 MXT Pro Basic Controls & Quick Start

MXT Pro
Control Summary

MODE Toggle
Three position switch for setting
operating mode. Coin & Jewelry, Relic,
Prospecting.
TRAC Toggle
GAIN Control Three position switch selects Ground Mineral Tracking,
Turns the MXT Pro ON/OFF and adjusts Ground (for most searching), Salt (for salt water beach-
the signal strength of targets, ground, es or conductive alkali ground types), or Lock (to Lock
and electrical interference. or hold a particular ground setting).

DUAL Control
In Coin & Jewelry and Relic Modes THRESHOLD Control
establishes the level of trash metal Establishes the slight background sound “faint hum” or
rejection (Discrimination). In the edge of sound that is heard continuously during search-
Prospecting Mode establishes ing. Once this edge of sound has been located some
Self Adjusting Threshold (SAT), operators prefer to adjust slightly counterclockwise of
the speed at which the THRESHOLD it to achieve silent search, no continuous background
“hum” recovers from the affects of hum, during searching.
inconsistencies in ground mineralization.

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MXT Pro
Display Controls

Trigger Switch has three positions;

1. Center (Primary Search)
2. Squeeze and Held (Pinpoint)
3. Forward (Locks Pinpoint)
4. Prospecting Mode Only, Trigger Squeezed
and held, or pushed forward and locked,
temporarily disables ground tracking (same
function as holding Grab)

“MUSICAL NOTES”
Selects different types of variable tone or pitch options.

GRAB
1. When TRAC control is set to Ground or Salt, Hold GRAB to hold the current ground
setting (disable tracking) for multiple search coil passes over a week or small target signal,
thus avoid tracking out such weak target signals.

2. When TRAC control is set to Lock, press and release GRAB to update the ground
rejection level to the (continuously monitored) current ground rejection (tracking level). This
update is where the ground rejection would have been had the TRAC control been set to
the Ground or Salt setting continuously. Grab is a far more convenient way to update the
Locked tracking level. Instead of having to reach over and switch TRAC, from LOCK to an
active position, reestablish a usable ground setting, and then switch TRAC back to LOCK.
With GRAB you simply press and release the key right under your thumb, and you have
updated to current ground conditions. Note, last used TRAC position before Locking (Salt
or Ground) determines the ground balance range available to Grab. If Ground was the last
TRAC position used, Grab will grab the best available setting within the Ground Range of
rejection. If Salt was the last used TRAC position, grab will grab the best available tracking
level well into the conductive salt range.

“Light Bulb” Backlight

Select and adjust the display backlight level for use in low light conditions. Minor additional
battery life cost.

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Instructions When operating in the Prospecting Mode, if experiencing

With the MXT Pro properly assembled and the batteries installed, instability false signals first try reducing the Gain and/or increas-
follow the instructions below to start finding valuables! ing the SAT speed (DUAL Control). SAT speeds as high as HY-
PERSAT may be necessary in some ground conditions. If Gain
1. Set the Ground Balance Toggle to the Ground position for and SAT adjustments do not smooth performance, then switch to
normal dirt, Salt position for saltwater beaches or alkali desert the TRAC Lock position.
regions when wet.
* SPECIAL NOTICE
2. Set the Trigger Switch (under the handgrip) to the center (Pri-
mary Search) position. If you attempt to demonstrate or test the
MXT Pro by waving targets in the air in
3. Set the MODE toggle to the position that best describes your front of the search coil, it is ESSENTIAL
searching desire, Coin & Jewelry, Relic, or Prospecting. to have the GROUND BALANCE toggle
in the Lock position, NOT Ground or
4. Set the DUAL CONTROL to the DISC ring “ Triangle” for Coin Salt.
& Jewelry and Relic Mode or to the SAT ring “Triangle” for the
Prospecting Mode. This is necessary, for when the MXT Pro
is in the Ground or Salt positions, the
5. Turn the GAIN control clockwise until the power clicks “ON”.
search coil must SEE ground while it is
Rotate the GAIN control clockwise to “Triangle”.
passing over the target or it will think
6. Adjust the THRESHOLD control until you hear a soft threshold that the target IS ground and will at-
“hum” (faint sound). tempt to track it out. This is the case in
all MODES.
7. Lower the search coil to the ground, then “pump” the coil up
and down 2” - 4” a couple of times and the MXT Pro will balance You may, however, demonstrate the fast
or track out the ground mineralization, indicated by a steady ground balancing feature of Ground or
threshold hum. Salt by waving or pumping a mineralized
rock in the air in front of the search coil.
8. Begin searching, swinging the search coil in wide sweeps that
overlap each other 50% as near the ground surface as possible,
Testing the MXT Pro with targets while
scrubbing grass, a half-inch above rocky or ruff surfaces, listening
for solid repeatable “beeps” over multiple search coil passes.
in TRAC Ground or Salt positions must
be done in or on the ground.
9. Once a solid repeatable “beep” has been located over several
search coil passes; consult the display information, squeeze and
hold the Trigger switch (on the handgrip) and “+” the area (Coin
& Relic) noting the largest bar blocks and the shallow depth 7.
indicates target center. Dig targets with good sound over multiple
search coil passes, good display indication, and consider (Coin &
Relic) depth as another likely clue as to target value.

10. If you experience instability (false signals or constant beeping

8.
or popping) and you are not near common sources of electrical
interference, set TRAC to LOCK and/or reduce GAIN (counter-
clockwise) slightly and try again. It is normal to hear minor but
noticeable fluctuations in the THRESHOLD “hum” as the MXT
Pro tracks out the ground mineralization and rejects trash metals
particularly noticeable at higher GAIN settings.
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MXT Pro Display

The MXT Pro display and reference label below the display
provide a wealth of information about the metal target.
Important; consult the display information only after a solid
repeatable audio tone “beep” has been located over multiple
search coil passes.

The MODE selection changes both the audio sound presen-

tation and the type and content of the information shown on
the display, better suiting the MXT Pro to the application, The MXT Pro operates on a twelve volt battery system.
Coin & Jewelry, Relic, or Prospecting. which with new quality batteries will indicate 12 + volts. Dur-
ing searching “Lo Bat” will start appearing on the display at 8
In all MODES, upon first turning the GAIN “on” the display volts and anything 8 volts and below are suspect for replace-
will momentarily show a software version and battery volt- ment. If using rechargeable batteries 8 volts is absolutely
age, followed by the Mode and Tone selection. the end of their usable performance. Use after 8 volts can
damage rechargeable batteries and the MXT Pro will not
Turning off and on, the MXT Pro will always return to the perform normally. If you are using quality alkaline batteries
original factory default Tone selections; you do have a reserve after 8 volts. The MXT Pro utilizes a
low voltage regulator. Quality alkaline batteries will provide
1. Coin & Jewelry = Tone ID- Up to seven normal performance (in a pinch) well into the Lo Bat indica-
tones depending upon Discrimination control setting, with tion.
iron (if accepted) the lowest pitch and +95 the highest pitch
tone. Press “music notes” to turn ON/OFF Tone ID. When Coin & Jewelry MODE- The Coin & Jewelry
OFF all accepted targets indicate with the same basic pitch MODE provides 5 different significant indications on the
or tone. display.

2. Relic = 2 Tone- Rejected targets (those below the 1. VDI Number - The VDI (Visual Discrimination Indica-
current Discrimination setting) produce a lower pitch tone; tion) is a reference number dictated by the metals targets
accepted targets (those above current Discrimination set- exact alloy, size, and shape. The reference label below
ting) produce a high pitch tone. Press “music notes” Tone ID the display provides a comparison of known targets and
to select among two other tone options for the Relic mode; their common VDI numbers. Like targets produce like VDI
Iron ID (all iron low tone, all non-iron high tone) Discrimina- numbers. Similar targets produce similar VDI numbers. And
tion Control disabled, or, 1 Tone (above current Discrimina- different targets produce different VDI numbers. Different
tion setting high pitch tone, below discrimination setting metal targets, however, may share the same VDI numbers
audio suppressed, iron if accepted = low pitch tone). based on their electrical characteristics. VDI numbers from
-95 to +94 are available and cover the entire range of alloys
3. Prospecting = Iron Grunt ON- Targets with and sizes.
80% and greater probability of being iron produce a unique
grunt tone. Press “music notes” to turn ON/OFF. When OFF;
all targets produce the same basic VCO audio varying only
upon their size or signal strength.

Backlight will always revert to OFF during ON/OFF cycles.

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Half block indicating detector is not 2. Blocks- A series of 16 blocks appear along the bottom
certain but possible. portion of the display and line up with the indications on the
reference label below the display. It is important to note
these blocks are a different separate opinion compared to
the VDI number and they may or may not agree. There is
significance to how these blocks appear. A full block indi-
cates the MXT Pro is confident of indication. A half block
indicates the MXT Pro is not confident but is making an
educated indication. A quarter block indicates the MXT Pro
is not confident at all, guessing based on what little informa-
tion the target is producing.

3. Text/ Labels- The most common metal target (or tar-

gets in some cases) to indicate that particular Block is listed
on the display as well as referenced in an expanded format
on the label below the display. If two targets are listed the
first to be listed is the most common and the second listed
slightly less common than the first.

4. Depth Indication- Trigger (on handgrip) squeezed

and held or pushed forward to lock, the display indicates the
depth of coin-sized metals. Starting at 12 inches and indi-
cating in descending order (as the target gets closer to the
bottom of the search coil), the DEPTH = 12 (twelve inches
deep) provides not only an aid in better locating the target in
Note: In this case, the Pulltab is the probable ID. the ground (how deep you will need to dig) but also clues as
to if the metal target is likely worth digging. For example if
the display is unsure (quarter block indication), is indicating
in the FOIL range, and the depth reads deep 6 to 12 inches,
you should dig the target. Only the heavier more valued
targets get deeper into undisturbed ground. If the display
reads unsure (quarter block), indicates in the FOIL area,
and the depth reads shallow 0 to 2 inches, the target is most
likely not worth digging. Foil will not sink deeply into undis-
turbed ground. Targets that indicate depth readings from 3
- 5 inches are not as predictable. The shallower Depth read-
ings typically have fuller Blocks to warrant digging. A large
target that is very deep will tend to provide a small pinpoint
area as well as an inaccurate shallow depth indication. Use
this to your advantage; a shallow depth indication (0-1 inch),
having dug six inches and not found the target, is a larger
deeper target.

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5. PP Blocks- Trigger (on the handgrip) squeezed and

held or pushed forward to lock, the PP blocks aid in pin-
pointing the exact center of the metal target. Only when
the search coil is directly over the center of the metal target
(longest possible length PP Blocks) is the depth reading
giving you the most accurate depth indication in inches.
Also of importance is that with some experience the relative
size and shape of the metal target can be recognized during
pinpointing. Small pinpoint = small target. Relatively larger
pinpoint = larger target. Elongated pinpoint = elongated tar-
get. The exception is that a large target that is very deep will
tend to provide a small pinpoint area as well as an inaccu-
rately shallow depth indication. Use this to your advantage; 2. Blocks - The MXT Pro Relic mode uses the same
a shallow depth indication (0-1 inch), having dug six inches sixteen filled in Blocks as Coin and Jewelry mode to further
and not found the target, is a larger deeper target. confirm, on the reference label, the connection between the
VDI number and software’s best determination of the target
identity. The vertical size (one quarter, one half, or the whole
block) tells one how sure the MXT Pro is of the target ID.
Relic MODE Full bar and half bar usually means dig. Quarter blocks are
The Relic MODE also provides 5 different significant indica- uncertain.
tions on the display.

NOTE: The
Mode toggle top display is
switch Center a sure ID. The
for Relics bottom display
with its quarter
size bar sug-
gests uncertain
unless the
Depth reading
1. VDI Numbers- As with the Coin & Jewelry mode the is 6-12.
relic VDI (Visual Discrimination Indication) is a reference
number dictated mostly by the metal targets exact alloy,
size, and shape. And just like coins and jewelry, relics can
indicate with similar VDI numbers for different objects be-
cause their makeup and electrical characteristics are similar.
Using the reference label below the display one can see that
iron relics are still in the low VDI numbers and objects like
brass buttons and buckles with a high concentration of non-
ferrous metal or alloy rate higher VDI numbers compared to
their size and purity.

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3. Text/Labels - In Relic mode you will see target ID la-

bels in the upper right of the display. The text labels are Hot NOTE: Before squeez-
Rock, IRON, BUTTON, BULLET and BUCKLE. Obviously ing the trigger, the
there are many more relic items possible. Just keep your quarter Block read-
imagination open for what possible objects were produced in ing is questionable.
metal and how they might compare in size and alloy to the A depth reading can
ones mentioned above. help you decide to dig
or not.

A depth of 5
suggests you
should dig.

4. Depth Indication - Trigger (on handgrip) squeezed

and held, the display indicates the depth of coin-sized met-
als. Just as in the Coin and Jewelry mode, Depth not only
tells you how deep the target is but combined with the block
reading and target label on the right side of the display it
can indicate if the item is worth digging. A 6-12 Depth and
any size Block indication means dig. Shallower targets and
a quarter or half size block suggests trash. This is because
the older, heavier, more desirable targets, settle deeper into
undisturbed ground. The shallower Depth readings typically
have fuller Blocks to warrant digging. Again Small pinpoint
= small target. Relatively larger pinpoint = larger target.
Elongated pinpoint = elongated target. The exception is that
a large target that is very deep will tend to provide a small
pinpoint area as well as an inaccurate shallow depth indica-
tion. Use this to your advantage; a shallow depth indication
(0-1 inch), having dug six inches and not found the target, is
a larger deeper target.

NOTE: Please refer to page 29 for the proper “X” ing

technique to “pinpoint” the exact center of the target.
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Prospecting MODE Remember, small flakes of gold in bad ground can read into
the small negative range. A magnet on your digging pick can
The Prospecting MODE changes the audio and display
sort out a small shard of iron quickly.
information more dramatically compared to switching from
Coin & Jewelry to Relic.
2. % IRON TARGET- Indicates the likelihood the target
Mode toggle is ferrous (iron) expressed in a %. This indication can be
switch Down for different in different areas depending upon the degree of
Prospecting mineralization. As a general rule targets registering 60%,
70%, 80%, and 90% are going to be iron. 80% and over will
produce the audio grunt using the standard turn-on & go set-
tings. Targets that register 10%, 20%, 30% or 40% are going
to be gold or (lead, copper, aluminum, brass). All targets reg-
Gold in its natural state can be any size and shape from
istering 50% or below should be investigated. As mentioned
very tiny pinhead size flakes to large placer gold nuggets as
under the VDI section, iron ground mineralization can distort
well as veins of various sizes in quartz rocks. The Prospect-
the way the detector reacts to gold. It is always a good idea
ing MODE takes these facts into consideration and changes
to place a penny-weight test nugget just under the surface
the display accordingly.
of the ground where ever you are going to be prospecting
and note how it reacts to the IRON TARGET %. If a small
When prospecting, an operator must expect to dig nonfer-
test nugget is not available, a USA nickel or lead bullet will
rous (not of iron) trash metals such as aluminum, lead, and
respond identically to most similar sized gold nuggets. This
small brass. Any of these metals can and do illicit the same
will give you a gauge as to what to expect. Ground minerals
response as gold and MUST BE DUG. Attempts should be
and the size of the target affect the degree of dependability.
made to avoid only IRON targets and only when possible.
It is not uncommon for a small piece of gold in very bad
The MXT Pro displays information, which is intended to help
ground to read 70% probability of being iron. Remember
the user determine whether the target is NON-IRON (dig) or
when in doubt… DIG. Use both the VDI and % IRON PROB-
IRON (don’t dig). In heavy mineralized ground tiny pieces of
ABILITY. Dig often at first, till you get a feel for the area and
gold can sometimes look like IRON to a metal detector and
accuracy in that ground. When searching a new area, retest
small pieces of IRON can look like gold. The VDI numbers
the sample target and % Iron Probability accuracy.
and Iron Probability scale both provide help in determining
when to dig.

The Prospecting MODE provides four significant display

indications.

1. VDI- The VDI number is listed on the display and refer-

enced on the label below the display. Gold can indicate any-
where from slightly negative to +80 on the scale, however,
most small nuggets indicate in the -20 to +40 range. Metals
that indicate above +80, or below -20 are highly unlikely to
be gold unless they are conglomerated with highly unusual
alloys. If the VDI number tends to jump back and forth from
small negative numbers to small positive numbers it is usu-
ally a small piece of some metal and should be investigated
NOTE- The display reading above would indicate a target
by digging.
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3. GND- Indicates the phase (measurement) of the Ground phase indications are a doubled edged sword.
ground. This is useful in two different environments. Higher numbers simply mean predominately ferrous (iron)
such as black sands / magnetite. Lower numbers simply
A. Use Ground Numbers primarily to Find Gold mean less iron and/or predominately conductive nonfer-
Bearing Ground in a Dry Wash. Within a dry wash the rous (not of iron) content, such as gold per ton of rock. So
gold will settle with the heavier materials (black sands). in a dry wash, outcropping, or vein, a shift in either direction
When searching you notice the ground phase is declin- (higher or lower numbers) may be of interest. For example a
ing (lowering in number), generally you are working black sand streak may have a lot of flour gold at one end. It
further away from the heavy black sand deposits. If will indicate a high ground phase number on the end without
you notice the ground phase is increasing, generally the flour gold, and a lower ground phase on the end with the
you are working toward (closer) to the heavier depos- flour gold. The same applies to veins or an outcropping. It
its. By following the more intense ground phase (higher is the change that brings about the interest more so than if
numbers) you increase your likelihood of finding nug- it is either high iron (high number) or high conductive (lower
gets within the heavier material (black sands). numbers).

B. Checking outcropping or veins, the ground phase Knowing that the ground is high iron (magnetite), outlin-
can also be useful in a similar way by indicating the ing black sand pockets (the likely area gold will be found),
consistency or change of the veins ground phase. checking veins for consistency (change), and comparing
Generally speaking, the ground numbers will hold fairly rock samples for possible assay, are the common uses of
consistent in most open terrain areas, such as hydrau- ground phase. Again, change is of the most interesting,
lic sites and desert areas. GND readings in the high more so than the direction of the change.
70’s and 80’s are considered heavy iron mineralization.
Alkali or salt areas will display much lower numbers,
possibly into the 30’s and 40’s.

GND = 83
GND = 45
GND = 30

Black sand streak-heavy iron mineralization Flour gold

concentration at
one end of black
sand streak
Alkali or salt area in a dry wash

NOTE- Watching the change in Ground Number in the upper right of the display, you will first look for a change to a high
number indicating high mineralization or black sand. When that streak is identified you will then look for the Ground Number
to lower again at one end of the streak indicating where the flour gold or gold ore may be concentrated.

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Controls COIN & JEWELRY MODE

MODE
*Trigger (on handgrip);

Trigger Center Posi-

tion “Primary Searching” (traditional DISC
control). With the Trigger on the handgrip in the
center position, the Discrimination control works
like most traditional metal detectors, metal items
below the Discrimination control setting are sup-
pressed (quiet or broken) by the audio and metal
items accepted by the Discrimination control set-
ting produce a smoother solid audio beep.

Trigger Squeezed and held “Pinpointing/

Depth Reading”. When operating in the Coin &
Jewelry MODE and the Trigger on the handgrip is
squeezed and held, the audio changed to an all
metal (no trash rejection) pinpoint mode and the
display provides a screen that indicates the depth
MODE Toggle and intensity of coin sized targets to further aid in
Selects the operating MODE or type of searching desired pinpointing exactly where to dig. Once released
on that particular outing. Major audio and display changes the trigger will automatically return to the Center
occur with the selection between the three available operat- “Primary Search” position.
ing MODES. For example the audio and function / informa-
tion on the display changes between the three MODES, the Trigger Pushed forward to Lock “Pinpointing/
function and available features of the TRIGGER switch on Depth Reading”. When operating in the Coin &
the hand grip changes between the three MODES, and the Jewelry MODE and the Trigger on the handgrip is
DUAL CONTROL function changes between the MODES. pushed forward to Lock, the same functions are
For quick field reference, the silk screen painted on the bot- provided as if the trigger where squeezed and
tom of the control box is provided to simplify these changes held. The audio changed to an all-metal (no trash
and features. rejection) pinpoint mode and the display provides
a screen that indicates the depth and intensity
Further explanation is provided as follows; of coin-sized targets to further aid in pinpointing
exactly where to dig. Squeezing and releasing
the trigger will automatically return to the Center
“Primary Search” position.

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DUAL CONTROL MODE indication (0-1”), compared to heavier gold jew-

elry, which typically indicates with deeper depth
indications.

“Music Notes” Tone ID. Coin & Jewelry always

starts out with Tone ID ON. Targets higher on the
VDI number scale respond with progressively
higher pitch tones. At minimum discrimination
(fully counter clockwise) seven different audio
tones represent the entire target range from iron
the lowest pitch, to large silver coins the high-
est pitch. Audible tones are depending upon the
Discrimination setting; rejected targets audio
is suppressed so not all seven tones may be
heard. As the discrimination control is advanced,
lower pitch tones (starting with iron the low-
est) are suppressed (eliminated). Press “music
notes” Tone ID once to turn OFF Tone ID (all
accepted targets produce the same pitch tone),
press again to turn ON Tone ID.

DUAL CONTROL RELIC MODE

DISC- DISCRIMINATION (outer ring) *Trigger (on handgrip);

When in COIN & JEWELRY and RELIC MODE
Trigger Center Position “Primary Searching”
VARIABLE SELF ADJUSTING THRESHOLD SPEED (SAT)
When in Prospecting MODE.
(Relic Type DISC control). With the Trigger on
the handgrip in the center position, the DISC
control works like most high-end Relic metal
*DUAL CONTROL DISC “P” Preset. While detectors in that ALL metal items respond. Met-
operating in the Coin & Jewelry MODE The als rejected by the DISC control setting produce
DUAL CONTROL functions as a traditional dis- a low pitch tone; metal items accepted by the
crimination control. Further clockwise settings DISC control setting produce a higher pitch tone.
provide greater degrees of trash metal rejec-
tion. Counterclockwise settings provide lesser Trigger Squeezed and held “Pinpoint-
degrees of trash metal rejection. Settings much ing/Depth Reading”. When operating in the
higher (further clockwise) than the “triangle” will Relic MODE and the Trigger on the handgrip is
reject aluminum, however, will also reject nickels squeezed and held, the audio is changed to an
and many items of gold jewelry. It is best to use all-metal (no trash rejection) pinpoint mode and
settings near the ‘triangle” (highest setting that the display provides a screen that indicates the
still responds to a USA nickel or medium gold depth and intensity of coin sized targets to fur-
ring) and rely upon the display and depth read- ther aid in pinpointing exactly where to dig. Once
ing to sort out lightweight aluminum. Lightweight released the trigger will automatically return to
aluminum typically indicates with shallow depth the Center “Primary Search” position.

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Trigger Pushed forward to Lock “Pinpointing/ Iron, if accepted by the discrimination control
Depth Reading”. When operating in the Relic setting, produces a low pitch tone. Accepted
MODE and the Trigger on the handgrip is pushed targets produce a high pitch tone. As the Dis-
forward to Lock, the same functions are provided crimination control is advanced (clockwise), the
as if the trigger where squeezed and held. The audio of targets below the current Discrimina-
audio is changed to an all-metal (no trash rejec- tion level is suppressed, broken, and/or modi-
tion) pinpoint mode and the display provides a fied in consistency.
screen that indicates the depth and intensity of
coin-sized targets to further aid in pinpointing PROSPECTING MODE
exactly where to dig. Squeezing and releasing
the trigger will automatically return to the Center *Trigger (on handgrip) - Center Position “Pri-
“Primary Search” position. mary Searching”

*DUAL CONTROL DISC Preset. Except for Iron Squeezed and held, and/or pushed forward
ID, which disables the Discrimination control, and locked “Temporally Disables (stops)
while operating in the Relic MODE the DUAL ground tracking”. Provides the same function
CONTROL functions as a traditional discrimina- as holding Ground Grab during Ground or
tion control. Further clockwise settings provide Salt TRAC control positions.
greater degrees of trash metal rejection (adjust
the high/low pitch tone indications or audio sup- Depth reading can only accurately be calibrated
pression). Further counter clockwise settings by knowing ahead of time approximate target
provide lesser degrees of trash metal rejection or size. No two nuggets are the same size so any
high/low tone indications. attempts to apply depth indications are funda-
mentally flawed (in error). Therefore while operat-
“Music Notes” Tone ID. Relic Mode always ing in the Prospecting MODE rather than giving
starts out with 2 Tone and will revert back to a known flawed depth indication, squeezing and
Tone 2 upon any On/Off cycle. holding the Trigger on the handgrip, or pushing
it forward to lock, simply and temporarily stops
Tone 2 - Metals rejected by the DISC control ground tracking.
setting produce a low pitch tone; metal items
accepted by the DISC control setting produce a Remaining over the target can often cause the
higher pitch tone. detector to see more target than ground and
cause the detector to think the target is ground
Two additional Tone ID settings are available in and attempt to track out the toggle. Squeezing
the Relic Mode by pressing “music notes” Tone and holding the trigger when analyzing weak sig-
ID; nals stops tracking and prevents such errors.

Iron ID - Disables the Discrimination control so *DUAL CONTROL SAT Preset. While operating
that “All Iron” indicates with a low pitch tone, in the Prospecting MODE, the DUAL CONTROL
and “All Non-Iron” indicates with a higher pitch functions as a Self Adjusting Threshold (SAT)
tone. Discrimination control disabled has no control to smooth inconsistencies in the ground
influence over audio. and thus the Threshold. More on SAT under the
section dedicated to the DUAL CONTROL.
Tone 1 – Based on the Discrimination control
setting, rejected targets audio is suppressed.
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“Music Notes” Tone ID. Starting out turned into thinking it is a mineralized part of the ground. This
on, Iron Grunt provides a distinctive grunt for all can create noise and instability during searching as the
targets certain to be iron (80% and higher prob- tracking system bounces radically up and down the scale,
ability). If turned off by pressing “music notes” always searching for a good ground rejection setting and
Tone ID the same VCO audio tone will be heard never able to find it. This makes it difficult for an operator
for all targets. to recognize worthwhile targets and/or run at the higher
performance GAIN settings. In these conditions it is recom-
mended to first go to the Ground or Salt position and pump
CONCERNING ALL MODES the search coil over a clean area of ground representative
of the area (free of man made iron) then switch the TRAC
control to Lock. By doing so stability and success search-
ing these trashy areas will improve dramatically. Because
ground changes are monitored during Lock, pressing and
releasing the GROUND GRAB button, or switching back
to either Ground or Salt tracking positions, updates to the
appropriate ground setting (ongoing tracking) are virtually
instantaneous.

Another example of when Lock would be used is if a

particular mineralized rock or patch creates difficulties in
searching an area. A hard rock mine for example with a low
mineralized quartz based rock and random high-mineral-
ized magnetite rocks or patches. Place the TRAC control
in the Ground position and balance “pump the search coil”
over a representative sample of the high mineral rock or
patches. Then Lock in that ground rejection setting “place
TRAC Toggle- the TRAC control in the Lock position”. The entire area can
then be searched without the distraction of the inconsisten-
The TRAC toggle selects the type of ground mineral rejec- cies the high mineral patches create.
tion (ground balance) and automatic tracking to ground
mineral changes best suited to the specific area. Three dif- The Salt position provides an extended ground balance
ferent positions for a specific ground condition (ground type) and tracking range to compensate for conductive salts also
are provided. called alkali. Ground rejection against salt/alkali slightly
overlaps the lower end of the conductive target (metal)
The Ground position is used for normal or typical ground range. In other words if you ground balanced against signifi-
conditions. In this position the MXT Pro will quickly com- cant salts, some loss of sensitivity to lower conducting
pensate for ground minerals in a few pumps of the search metals (metals low on the VDI target scale) can be ex-
coil over the ground being searched and automatically track pected. The advantage and performance improvements of
to any ground changes as you sweep the search coil during rejecting the salt, however, far outweigh any loss. Because
searching. For most operators the Ground position will be the Salt TRAC setting can track well into the target range it
used for over 90% of your searching conditions. is not recommended for normal conditions, only for areas
known to contain salt.
The Lock position monitors, however, doesn’t track to
changing ground conditions. Man made iron decomposes to
the point of tricking the Ground and Salt position tracking
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Salt water beaches for example or alkali desert regions. Gain Control/ON-OFF
The Ground setting will not track into the nonferrous metal
With the GAIN control, you turn the instrument On/Off and
region. The Salt setting will. The MXT Pro ground rejection
select the signal strength. You might expect increased signal
system is capable, in both the Ground
strength to always find more at greater depths. However,
high ground mineralization will mask good targets. It is
and the Salt settings, of considering some iron a ground
therefore necessary to adjust GAIN to give you the maxi-
mineral. If operating in a known salt area, salt water
mum allowable signal strength without masking targets or
beaches for example, it is not necessary to balance in the
overloading the circuit and at the same time allowing you to
Ground TRAC setting. Simply select the Salt TRAC setting
operate the detector with a constant faint threshold hum so
and proceed to pump the search coil over the ground to
that faint signals (deep or small targets) can be detected.
be searched. The Salt setting will balance and then track
to changes identically to the Ground setting only with an
extended range, well into the conductive target area.

TRAC Summary- The Ground TRAC setting is

recommended for most searching conditions.

Lock is used to hold a ground rejection setting that is first

established in the Ground or Salt TRAC positions. Lock is
recommended for areas that cause detector instability due to
spotty extreme ground peculiarities such as a lot of decom-
posing man made iron or random but regular high mineral
pockets or rocks in a low mineral base.

Salt provides extended ground rejection range to compen-

GAIN Control
sate for conductive salt/alkali conditions. The Salt setting
can ground cancel extreme enough to reduce sensitivity to
The MXT Pro will indicate when ground mineralization is too
low conducting metals, metals that appear low on the VDI
high for the current GAIN control setting. When the display
scale. The Ground TRAC setting will not balance nor track
indicates, “OVERLOAD-REDUCE GAIN/LIFT LOOP” along
into the nonferrous metal region. Despite this draw back the
with an audible “squawk” reduce the GAIN till the overload
Salt setting still provides improved overall performance while
warning ceases.
operating in the salt/alkali ground condition.
On occasion, while searching, you might sweep the search
coil over a very large or very shallow target. The mes-
sage on the LCD display will read “OVERLOAD-REDUCE
GAIN/LIFT LOOP” only when the search coil is over
an isolated spot on the ground. Sweep the search coil
a little higher over the area and note the display and audio
indications to check for a real metal target. The MXT Pro self
corrects after the message and you can continue to search
as normal.

Again, OVERLOAD over a large area indicates Gain is too

high for the ground minerals. Overload over an isolated area
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indicates a very large target, sweep loop higher over area to 5. In the Prospecting MODE the use of the SAT (variable
confirm if the target may be of interest. self-adjusting threshold) control will help to maintain a rea-
sonably smooth THRESHOLD “hum” particularly at higher
GAIN settings and will be covered in a later section.

6. While using a steady slow search coil sweep speed,

simultaneously advance GAIN towards “+3”. If the “OVER-
LOAD-REDUCE GAIN/ LIFT LOOP” alert keeps popping up
on the display, if a relatively smooth background THRESH-
OLD “hum” doesn’t continue, or if ground noises are a
problem reduce GAIN.

7. The trash I.D. capability of the MXT Pro also functions

NOTE- Ground Mineralization too high, large or shallow more accurately when the GAIN is set at a level that allows
target message. for reasonably smooth operation. Too much GAIN can cause
bad ground to distort the proper identification of iron and
non-iron targets.

8. Note: It is normal to hear changes, clicks or soft beeps,

Gain Adjustment coming from the audio (speaker) during GAIN adjustments
as the circuit shifts between hardware and software gains
1. The GAIN control knob turns the MXT Pro ON and OFF
(different electrical parts of the circuitry). The GAIN control
and controls the GAIN. Starting from the POWER OFF
adjusts both the hardware gain (hard physical component)
position and going clockwise, the power is turned ON and
as well as the software gain (computer code) alternating
the dial increases the GAIN from a minimum level of “1” to a
between the two throughout its range. As the MXT Pro shifts
maximum level of “+3”. Set the control to the “Initial Setting
between these two intricate parts of the circuitry an audio
Triangle” (between level 9 & 10).
indication notes the transitions. This can be helpful. If you
adjust the Gain slightly, the audio notes significant rather
2. Although the setting of (9-10) gives more than ample
than slight change with these audio shifts.
GAIN, if the ground mineralization is low enough, you might
attempt to raise the GAIN above this level toward +3.
9. The MXT Pro provides more GAIN control range than is
typically useful assuring performance. Few areas will allow
3. The object of increasing the GAIN is to get the maximum
maximum GAIN (full clockwise) without at least some degree
available depth from the detector WITHOUT causing dif-
of noisy operation. Setting in the + area requires a high
ficulties in recognizing real metal targets, and without the
degree of operator skill.
“OVERLOAD-REDUCE GAIN/LIFT LOOP” message ap-
pearing (when the search coil is over ground, IS NOT over
a metal target) indicating a ground mineral overload of the
circuit.

4. In addition, any increase in GAIN adjustment should NOT

BE at the expense of maintaining a reasonably smooth and
constant THRESHOLD “hum”. False signals, beeps and stat-
ic from bits of mineralization, erratic behavior, and prolonged
lapses in THRESHOLD, all can be the result of running with
too much GAIN.
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(Dual Control) in Coin & Jewelry or

Relic - While operating in the Coin & Jewelry or Relic
MODES the Dual control operates as a DISC (discrimina-
tion) control. DISC (Discrimination) is used to adjust the level
of audio rejection against trash metals.

The “Triangle” just below NICKEL is recommended for most

general purpose searching. In this position, the detector
will provide a reject response to most iron and light foil and
respond to most valuables including jewelry.

Positions lower than “triangle” (counterclockwise) will provide

less trash metal rejection, to the point of detecting virtually
all types of common metals.

Positions higher than the “triangle” (clockwise) will reject

more trash metals including aluminum pull-tabs. The display
will continue to indicate I.D. even though the audio discrimi-
nator will signal with a reject (suppressed or broken) sound.
Nickels and some jewelry will also be rejected with DISC
DUAL CONTROL
settings much greater than the “triangle”.
DISC- DISCRIMINATION (outer ring)
When in COIN & JEWELRY and RELIC MODE The “triangle” position is recommended for most MODES.
If when searching at the “triangle” position you feel you are
VARIABLE SELF ADJUSTING THRESHOLD SPEED (SAT)
digging too much trash, adjust DISC slightly clockwise and
When in Prospecting MODE
try again. Using the lowest (furthest counterclockwise) posi-
tion that is practical considering the common trash metals
in your area is important in order to find items of jewelry.
Settings that suppress the USA nickel, and/or a medium 14K
gold ring, will also suppress most other gold jewelry. For
jewelry, it is best to keep the Discrimination at or near the
“triangle” and rely on the display and depth indication to sort
out aluminum.

Dual Control in Prospecting -

When in the Prospecting MODE, the DUAL CONTROL is
used to adjust the level or speed of SAT (Self Adjusting
Threshold).

The Threshold or continuous faint hum heard during opera-

tion of the MXT Pro can increase or fade due to environmen-
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tal interference or from inconsistencies in ground mineraliza- might be necessary to use the SAT feature and/or reduce
tion. This can be heard as chatter when excessive. Faster the GAIN control. This noisy behavior will make it difficult
SAT speeds tend to calm this interference allowing target to recognize a true target (possible nugget) from pieces of
sounds to be separated and identified compared to non-tar- mineral, commonly referred to as “hot rocks”. It is not wise
get or ground noise. to keep a high level of GAIN if the detector will not oper-
ate smoothly. This is a false sense of security. Maintain as
smooth a threshold as you can. Recognizing a true target
The MXT Pro is computerized, which allows improved SAT in is the most important part of detecting. This is an example
ways not practical in the past. These improvements “kick in” of when less GAIN will produce more nuggets. You must be
progressively at higher settings allowing better ground silenc- the best judge of just how much noise you can tolerate and
ing in highly variable ground. At these higher settings, cold still identify nuggets, and thus the amount of SAT and GAIN
rocks (rocks well below the current ground mineral rejection to use to produce the desired results in your area. If you
level) will sound “different” giving a “double blip” sound or have been operating your MXT Pro at the full level of GAIN
vanishing entirely, rather than giving the “boing” sound you (+3) and you determine that this is too high because either
will get at lower settings. A major difference between a gold the threshold is erratic or the detector is giving false sig-
nugget and a cold rock response is that when you sweep nals; always begin by reducing the GAIN toward the Initial
back and forth, the gold nugget will “stay in one spot” but the Setting triangle. If this does not correct the problem, start
cold rock will seem to keep wandering around. This can also adding some SAT speed by turning the SAT control slowly
be the case with a pocket of negative mineralization. clockwise. If this does not correct the problem, go back to
the GAIN and reduce it a little more and add a bit of SAT. It
GAIN Control is sort of like seasoning a pot of soup. Some salt and some
pepper. Remember any drop in GAIN below (7-8) will result
in some loss of depth. Any increase in SAT speed above the
“P” setting may also affect overall depth.
However, before reducing the Gain below 7 - 8 you might
try to experiment a bit with the HYPERSAT range of the
SAT control. This function is unique to White’s SAT. The
Threshold will almost buzz and loss of depth will be minimal.
Reserve this option for situations where ground is unusual
or conditions extreme.
If the Threshold cannot be stabilized with small reductions
in Gain and small increasing SAT, then “jump start” SAT into
the HYPERSAT range. Before attempting this, you might
SAT SPEED CONTROL practice sweeping over a test nugget to learn to identify it’s
(Prospecting Mode Only) sound with HYPERSAT. We like to use the analogy of driv-
ing on a straight road versus a curvy road. The object is to
get from point A to point B. 65 mph might get you there on a
GAIN and VARIABLE SAT (Self Adjusting straight road, but you will have to slow to 35 mph if the road
Threshold) Speed- is curvy, or you will end up off the road. The straight road is
The TRAC feature compensates for common ground miner- like low mineralized ground and the curvy road is like heavy
als in the area. The SAT control compensates for the incon- mineralization. High Gain and slower SAT will not recover as
sistency of the ground mineralization. The greater the degree much Gold in heavy mineralization as lower GAIN and faster
of inconsistencies, the more SAT is needed to quiet ground SAT.
noise. If the THRESHOLD becomes too erratic or noisy, it

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Threshold Control-
The THRESHOLD control sets the loudness of the back-
ground “hum” or edge of sound. This background “hum”
should normally be maintained during searching. In order
to hear the tiniest and deepest targets the THRESHOLD
“hum” should be set at the faintest audible level. It can be
slightly scratchy, chatter or static like but it must be constant
so as to not miss that small or deep targets. At this point, we
can’t recommend too highly the advantage of using HEAD-
PHONES. With HEADPHONES you can lower THRESHOLD
“hum” levels, and hear the faintest of target signals while
canceling out environmental background noise and improv-
ing concentration.

Threshold Adjustment-
The MXT Pro has an improved microprocessor driven
THRESHOLD control that is adjusted with a single turn. It
does not, therefore, require a 10-turn pot for precise adjust-
ment. Digital software provides much higher resolution, thus
you can set the “hum” faster and more accurately. Set the
THRESHOLD CONTROL knob all the way to the left or counterclockwise and then
“HUM” rotate it clockwise until the faintest audible level of “hum” is
attained (edge of sound). If the “hum” disappears for any
reason (other than bumping the control) you may be either
swinging the coil too fast or your GAIN control is set too high,
or in the prospecting MODE you may need to increase the
speed of SAT.

Silent Search -
With microprocessor driven THRESHOLD controls argu-
ably skillful operators can “cheat the system” and use silent
search with high performance results. Once the threshold is
found, edge of sound, setting the Threshold control slightly
counterclockwise achieves silent search where no threshold
hum is heard during searching. By further optimizing Gain
to radical levels, much of the resulting noise can be hidden
under the Threshold and thus produce good field results.
Best reserved for more experienced operators, a balancing
act between higher Gain V.S. the stronger response required
to surpass the threshold setting, must be achieved and
understood.

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Pinpointing Pinpoint Technique-

Due to the wide scan nature of modern search coils it can
be difficult to locate small targets under the physical center
of the loop. Use an “X” marks the spot technique as shown
in the diagram to identify the portion of ground the metal
target is in. Prospecting for small nuggets, because small
metal targets are more difficult to isolate to an exact location
compared to coin or relic hunting, may require removing the
soil under the center of the “X” until the target is no longer in
the hole, but in your pile of dirt.

Again, the procedure is to sweep over the target from side-

to-side noting the side-to-side center. Then turn 90 degrees
and sweep the coil side-to-side noting the center from this
new direction. “X” marks the spot that you need to dig. You
can practice with a coin or small pieces of lead or gold on
top of the ground to become acquainted with the technique.
During Prospecting it is a good idea to have a magnet
handy, preferably in the handle of your digging pick, to pull
NOTE: Turn the detector 90° to the first side-to-side loop
iron out of the dirt pile. It will speed up your recovery time. It
movement and repeat for “+”ing the center.
will work on small almost invisible iron rocks as well.

Accessory “DD” search coils (recommended for extreme

ground mineral areas and/or prospecting with the MXT Pro)
pinpoint significantly different than the standard equipment
traditional concentric search coil. Standard equipment
concentric search coils tend to center to a round spot close
to their physical center. “DD” search coils will center along
a line running front to back. Using a “DD” accessory search
coil the most isolated pinpoint is achieved side-to-side. By
using this side-to-side pinpoint on one plane, say east to
west, then, turning and again using this side-to-side north to
south, pinpointing with a “DD” search coil can be as accurate
as a concentric. With a “DD” accessory search coil pinpoint-
ing in more of a “+” is far better than “x”. Center side-to-
side, then turn 90 degrees and center side-to-side.

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Headphones

Headphones-
The headphone jack on the MXT Pro is located on the
control box above the battery compartment. There is a dust
cover on the headphone jack that needs to be removed
before the stereo plug from the headphone is inserted. Re-
place this cover when headphones are not being used. Most
users prefer high quality stereo headphones so White’s has
chosen to wire the headphone jack for stereo. If you have a
mono headphone, you can purchase an adapter that will al-
low sound in both ear pieces. Some headphones come with
a switch for stereo or mono jacks.

In choosing headphones, make sure they have a VOLUME

CONTROL, as there is no target volume control on the MXT
Pro. This is an important comfort issue. Remember that you
want the faintest THRESHOLD “hum” possible but a strong
comfortable target signal. With headphones you will be able
to work with a lower THRESHOLD “hum”, hear fainter target
signals, avoid bothering others with a “beeping” box, and
save on battery life. Many high quality headphones from
full ear enclosure to lightweight summer models that offer a
bit more safety in snake and bear country are available on
the market. Higher impedance headphones (60 Ohms or
greater) give the most sensitivity and are better for hearing
the tiny targets most likely to be heard while prospecting.
Properly balanced impedance is important as well as low
distortion.

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Field Use & Tuning Tips- for digging coins and jewelry that indicate outside the pull
tab range. However, note; when aluminum is rejected the
Coin & Jewelry MODE
probability of digging jewelry substantially diminishes. The
1. MODE to Coin & Jewelry highest (furthest clockwise) discrimination setting than still
responds to the USA nickel, or a medium sized 14K gold
2. Trigger (on handgrip) center “primary Searching” posi- ring, is the highest trash rejection level that still responds to
tion. most jewelry.

3. TRAC to Ground position. 11. Ground Mineralization:

4. GAIN to “Triangle” position. A. For Salt/Alkali environments proceed exactly as

above only with the TRAC toggle in the Salt position.
5. Threshold, adjust for slight hum (edge of sound).
B. For areas with an abundance of decomposed man
6. DUAL CONTROL to DISC “Triangle”. made iron (which may make the MXT Pro appear un-
stable only during search coil sweeps), proceed exactly
7. Pump the search coil on the ground to be searched until as above only once you pump the loop over the ground,
ground ceases to respond. then set the TRAC control to Lock.

8. Move the coil just over the ground and listen for the dis- The Coin & Jewelry MODE provides good general
tinct repeatable beep produced by a good metal target. It is purpose searching for a wide variety of targets and
wise to plant metals just under the soil to practice on in order environments. From residential yards, parks and school
to learn to recognize what it will sound like. Planting a metal grounds, farm fields, to beaches (for beaches use TRAC
target disturbs the ground mineral, which usually reduces Salt), the Coin & Jewelry MODE should be used if there
the depth it would have been found in undisturbed ground. It is any doubt at all regarding which of the three available
will take practice to determine the proper search speed and MODES is most practical for your current search.
technique. Do not go too fast, about 2 seconds from right-to-
left and two seconds returning from left-to-right. Overlap your As the name implies, Coins & Jewelry are the primary
sweep path 50% so that you won’t miss the small and/or goals of this mode, however, these settings and features
deeper metal targets. will also respond to any better alloy including common
relics and any other item made of a valued metal alloy.
9. Once a solid repeatable beep is located: Consult the
display information. If the target indicates in the mid scale The 1st option a user should consider is the selection of
aluminum Pull Tab range, squeeze and hold the Trigger on an appropriate TRAC toggle setting for the area. The
the handgrip “+” the search coil over the area and check the Ground setting and Salt settings should be almost self-
depth. If it is shallow (0 - 2 inches) depending on the hard- explanatory. If you are searching in typical ground, use
ness of the ground, it is most likely a Pull Tab and should be the TRAC Ground setting. If you are in a salt water or
ignored. If it is deeper (beyond 2 inches) depending upon desert alkali ground condition, use the TRAC Salt set-
the hardness of the ground, it is likely heavier gold jewelry ting. When to use the Lock setting can be less obvious.
and should be dug. If it seems like something is wrong with the detector,
wildly fluctuating Threshold hum (only while sweep-
10. Heavy Pull Tab. In areas littered with hundreds of ing the search coil), try the Lock setting. If the detector
aluminum scraps or Pull Tabs it may be necessary to search smooths out and starts operating more predictably, you
full time with the Discrimination control set high enough to made the correct choice. If there isn’t any change, you
reject their audio response and save your time and efforts may need to reduce the Gain control counterclockwise
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and/or increase the Dual control (Disc) clockwise and try You can hear rejected targets (threshold fades) and be
again. An area littered with man-made iron would dictate made aware when and where concentrations of trash
the Lock setting. On the other hand an area littered items lay, indicating traffic areas more likely to produce
with small aluminum foil would not, such an area would good targets. It, however, requires more patience and
dictate the Reduced Gain and/or higher discrimination concentration. Finding the Threshold, and then setting
settings. the Threshold just counterclockwise of it (Silent Search),
provides good performance for those who cannot toler-
The 2nd option is Gain. Some areas require, and some ate the continuous Threshold hum all the time.
operators just prefer the more predictable operation
reduced Gain settings provide, where as others prefer to The 5th option is to turn off the TONE ID. Coin & Jewelry
push Gain to the limits of their patience to find the deep- starts out with TONE ID ON. Accepted targets, based
est targets. There is a point of diminishing returns either on the Discrimination control setting, produce higher
indicated by the display telling you OVERLOAD to lift pitch tones the higher they measure on the Display VDI
the loop due to a Gain setting too high for the ground, or number scale. Seven tones represent the entire VDI
a user missing targets because they can not sort them scale. However, if one pitch tone is desired for all accept
from sporadic noise experienced at high Gain. targets, Turn Tone ID OFF.

The 3rd option is the level of audio Discrimination Relic MODE

(DUAL CONTROL). The “Triangle” provides a popular
setting rejecting most iron and small foil and accepting 1. MODE to Relic.
USA nickels and most jewelry. Remember you have the
display to further sort out accepted metals. However, if 2. Trigger (on handgrip) center “primary Searching” posi-
the common trash of the area consistently produces an tion.
audio to the point of distracting from finding anything at
all, an operator can increase discrimination (clockwise) 3. TRAC to Ground position.
and cherry pick the area for silver and copper. If a hot
spot of multiple coins is located an operator may then 4. GAIN to “Triangle” position.
want to search isolated spots within that area at lower
discrimination settings. Even with modern discriminat- 5. Threshold, adjust for slight hum (edge of sound).
ing metal detectors, it takes a good deal of patience to
search high trash areas. Remember a metal target that 6. DUAL CONTROL to DISC “Triangle”.
indicates in the Pull Tab range however, provides a deep
depth indication, is more likely to be jewelry than a Pull 7. Pump the search coil on the ground to be searched
Tab. There are six types of targets that typically indicate until ground ceases to respond.
in the Pull Tab range, USA Nickels, Aluminum, Lead,
Brass, Small Bronze, and Gold. Without consistency 8. Move the coil just over the ground and listen for the
in size/shape, all a metal detector can tell you is that it distinct repeatable beep (high or low tone) produced by a
indicates within that mid-range of targets. It is up to the metal targets. High pitch tones are targets above the Dis-
operator to identify the common trash items of each area crimination setting. Low pitch tones are targets below the
and then gamble with the odds weighing the likelihood discrimination setting. It is wise to plant metals just under
of good targets compared to the degree of time digging the soil to practice on in order to learn to recognize what it
trash. will sound like. Planting a metal target disturbs the ground
mineral, which usually reduces the depth it would have
The 4th option is Threshold level. It is best to search been found in undisturbed ground. It will take practice to de-
with a continuous hum or threshold (edge of sound). termine the proper search speed and technique. Do not go
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too fast, about 2 seconds per pass from right-to-left and two or desert alkali ground condition, use the TRAC Salt
seconds returning from left-to-right. Overlap your sweep setting. Highly fertilized farm fields (iron & ammonium
path 50% so that you won’t miss the small and/or deeper nitrate/oxides) when wet may also benefit from the
metal targets. Targets to deep or small to achieve good SALT setting. When to use the Lock setting can be
tone identification will sound at the threshold level tone. less obvious. If it seems like something is wrong with
the detector, wildly fluctuating Threshold hum (only
9. Once a solid repeatable beep is located consult the during sweeping the search coil), try the Lock setting.
display information. Squeeze and hold the Trigger on the If the detector smooths out and starts operating more
handgrip and “+” the search coil over the area to pinpoint predictably, you made the correct choice. If there isn’t
and note how deep you will need to dig listed on the display. any change, you may need to return to the Ground or
Salt setting and either reduce the Gain control coun-
10. Ground Mineralization: terclockwise and/or switch to the 1 TONE and increase
the Dual control (Discrimination) clockwise and try
A. For Salt/Alkali environments proceed exactly as again. 1 Tone suppresses the audio of rejected targets.
above only with the TRAC toggle in the Salt position. Standard Relic mode 2 Tone produces a low pitch tone
for rejected targets. An area littered with man-made iron
B. For areas with an abundance of decomposed man would dictate the Lock setting. On the other hand an
made iron (which may make the MXT Pro difficult to op- area littered with small aluminum foil would not, such an
erate), proceed exactly as above only once you pump area would dictate Reduced Gain and/or 1 TONE with
the loop over the ground in the Ground TRAC setting, higher Disc settings.
then set the TRAC control to Lock.
The 2nd option is Gain. Some areas require, and some
The Relic MODE also provides good general purpose operators just prefer, the more predictable operation
searching for a wide variety of targets and environ- reduced Gain settings provide, where as others prefer
ments although it will require greater patience to use to push Gain to the limits of their patience to find the
in populated areas compared to Coin & Jewelry as the deepest targets. There is a point of diminishing returns
Relic MODE is designed to locate a wider variety of either indicated by the display OVERLOAD telling you
metal alloys (lead and brass). As the name and target to lift the loop due to a Gain setting too high for the
labels imply, the Relic MODE is designed with encamp- ground, or a user missing targets because they can
ments and abandoned homesteads in mind as the not sort them from sporadic noise experienced at high
primary goals, however, these settings and features Gain.
will also respond to any better alloy including common
coins and any other item made of a valued metal alloy. The 3rd option is the 1 TONE mode. In 1 TONE, the
In the primary Trigger (on the hand grip) center posi- audio of targets rejected by the Discrimination control
tion, any target accepted by the discrimination setting setting is suppressed. This feature provides traditional
produces a higher pitch beep and any metal target discrimination for the RELIC mode producing fewer
rejected by the discrimination setting produces a lower noises suppressing any metal target signal below the
pitched beep. Uncertain targets may respond in-be- discrimination setting. This feature is best for those who
tween with the Threshold pitch. have no interest in iron type targets.

The 1st option a user should consider is the selection The 4th option is IRON ID TONE. In IRON ID, the
of an appropriate TRAC toggle setting for the area. discriminate control is disabled (doesn’t have any influ-
The Ground setting and Salt settings should be almost ence). Iron targets sound with the lower pitch tone. All
self-explanatory. If you are searching in typical ground, non-iron produces a higher pitch tone. If you are inter-
use the TRAC Ground setting. If you are in a salt water ested in both Iron and non-iron targets, Iron ID might be
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preferred over 2 Tone. you won’t miss the small and/or deeper metal targets.

The 5th option is Threshold level. It is best to search 9. Once a solid repeatable VCO beep is located
with a continuous hum or threshold (edge of sound). In consult the display VDI number and % ? Iron. Squeeze
many modes you can hear rejected targets (threshold and hold the Trigger on the handgrip and “+” the
fades) and be made aware when and where con- search coil over the area to pinpoint.
centrations of trash items lay, indicating traffic areas
more likely to produce good targets. It, however, also 10. Ground Mineralization:
requires more patience and concentration. Finding the
Threshold, and then setting the Threshold just coun- A. For Salt/Alkali environments proceed exactly
terclockwise of it, provides good performance for those as above only with the TRAC toggle in the Salt
who cannot tolerate the continuous Threshold hum. position.

Prospecting MODE B. For areas with an abundance of decomposed

man made iron (which may make the MXT Pro
difficult to operate), proceed exactly as above only
1. MODE to Prospecting. once you pump the loop over the ground in the
Ground TRAC setting, then set the TRAC control
2. Trigger (on handgrip) center “primary Searching” to Lock.
position.
C. For highly inconsistent ground it may be neces-
3. TRAC to Ground position. sary to increase the Dual Control SAT adjustment
clockwise. Hyper SAT provides threshold mainte-
4. GAIN to “Triangle” position. nance for the most extreme conditions. Search
coil motion becomes increasing more critical at
5. Threshold, adjust for slight hum (edge of sound). these higher SAT speeds.

6. DUAL CONTROL to SAT “Triangle”. The Prospecting MODE will require greater pa-
tience to use compared to the Coin & Jewelry and
7. Pump the search coil on the ground to be searched Relic MODES. It is designed to locate all varieties
until ground ceases to respond. of metal alloys and then give some indications as
to if the metal being detected is made of ferrous
8. Move the coil just over the ground and listen for (iron) or nonferrous (not iron).
the distinct repeatable beep produced by a metal
target. The Prospecting Mode utilizes a VCO (Volt- As the name and target labels imply, the Prospect-
age Controlled Oscillator) audio, thus the pitch of the ing MODE is designed to find gold nuggets, how-
beep varies with the strength of the target. It is wise to ever, these settings and features will also respond
plant metals just under the soil to practice on in order to all metal alloys including common coins. Any
to learn to recognize what it will sound like. Planting a target likely to be iron (ferrous) produces an audio
metal target disturbs the ground mineral, which usually grunt and any metal target not readily identified
reduces the depth it would have been found in undis- as iron (nonferrous) produces a traditional VCO
turbed ground. It will take practice to determine the pitched beep (zip sound).
proper search speed and technique. Do not go too fast,
two seconds from right-to-left and two seconds return- Upon repeated search coil sweeps, small or
ing from left-to-right. Overlap your sweep path so that weak targets can be obscured by ground tracking
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adjustments. If you are unsure if a response is a The 3rd option goes hand in hand with the Gain
real target, and/or wish to sweep over any target setting and the SAT speed or level controlled by
repeatedly, if is best to do so either holding in the the DUAL CONTROL. Higher (faster) SAT speeds
Trigger on the handgrip, or holding the GROUND are more user friendly, however, may compromise
GRAB button. Squeezing and holding the trigger some sensitivity particularly to small nuggets
on the grip or squeezing and holding the GROUND as well as adding additional search coil sweep
GRAB button, temporarily disables tracking. requirements. On the other hand faster SAT will
allow for higher Gain settings and more incon-
The 1st option a user should consider is the selec- sistent ground conditions. A balancing act must
tion of an appropriate TRAC toggle setting for the be achieved between the Gain control and SAT
area. The Ground setting and Salt settings should speed that provides both good performance and
be almost self-explanatory. If you are searching in enough stability to recognize nuggets from ground
typical ground, use the TRAC Ground setting. or external noise. A new SAT feature “Hyper SAT”,
If you are in a salt water or desert alkali ground provides for the most extreme conditions with very
condition, use the TRAC Salt setting. When to use unique characteristics.
the Lock setting can be less obvious. If it seems
like something is wrong with the detector, wildly The 4th option is Threshold level. It is best to
fluctuating Threshold hum (only during search coil search with a continuous hum or threshold (edge
passes), try the Lock setting. Before switching to of sound). You can hear smaller and/or deeper
the Lock setting, be sure to pump the search coil up nuggets and be made aware when the SAT speed
and down over the ground a few times in the TRAC is doing its job maintaining the Threshold hum. It,
Ground or Salt setting to insure that you have however, also requires more patience and con-
achieved proper ground balance for that area. If centration. Finding the Threshold, and then setting
the detector smooths out and starts operating more the Threshold just counterclockwise of it, provides
predictably in Lock, you made the correct choice. good performance for those who cannot tolerate
If there isn’t any change, you may need to return the continuous Threshold hum.
to the Ground or Salt setting and either reduce the
Gain control counterclockwise and/or increase the The 5th option is if you prefer the distinctive grunt
Dual control (SAT) clockwise and try again. An on iron, or the same VCO audio tone for all targets.
area littered with man-made iron would dictate the Pressing “Music Notes” Tone ID, the Iron Grunt
Lock setting. On the other hand an area with very feature can be turned on/off. When on, targets
inconsistent ground would not, such an area would certain to be iron will produce a unique grunt audio.
dictate Reduced Gain and/or higher SAT settings. When off, all targets sound with the standard VCO
audio.
The 2nd option is Gain. Some areas require, and
some operators just prefer, the more predictable
operation normal “P” or reduced Gain settings
provide. Others prefer to push Gain to the limits of
their patience to find the deepest targets. There is a
point of diminishing returns either indicated by the
OVERLOAD display telling you to lift the loop due
to a Gain setting to high for the ground, or a user
missing targets because they can not sort them
from sporadic noise experienced at high Gain.

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Proper care
1. Cleaning- 4. Additional Precautions-
A. Both the coil and rod are waterproof and can be A. Avoid dropping your detector while attempting to
cleaned with fresh water and mild soap. The control
box is not waterproof and must be kept dry. Never lift set it down to dig.
a wet coil above the height of the control box as water B. Avoid using your detector for leverage when
can run down the inside of the rod damaging the standing up from a dig.
electronics. A damp cotton cloth can be used to wipe
off a dirty control box. C. Do not use any lubricants, such as WD-40, on
any part of your detector.
2. Weather-
D. Do not modify your instrument during its war-
A. Do not expose your detector to the conditions of a ranty period.
car trunk during winter and/or summer extremes.
B. Protect it from direct sunlight during storage.
C. The control box is rain resistant. However, it must
be protected from heavy rain.

3. Storage-

A. When the instrument is not in use, make sure it is

turned OFF.
B. If you plan on storing your detector for long,
remove the battery holder from the instrument and
remove the batteries from the holder.
C. Store the instrument indoors in an area where it
will be protected from abuse. Over the years White’s
has noted a higher percentage of service issues and
physical damage regarding units in storage than
those experiencing regular use.

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White’s Authorized Service

Centers

1. White’s Electronics 2. Electronic Exploration 3. Centreville Electronics Gold Search Australia

1011 Pleasant Valley Rd. 575 West Harrison 9437 Main Street Tony Mills Distributor
Sweet Home, OR 97386 Lombard, IL 60148 Manassas, Va. 20110 76 Broadway, Dunolly Vic 3472
(541) 367 6121 (800) 392-3223 (888) 645-0202 Telephone: (+61) 03 5468 1877
Fax (541) 367 6629 (630) 620-0618 (703) 367-7999 Fax: (+61) 03 5468 1667
[email protected] (630) 620-1005 FAX (703) 367-0868 FAX [email protected]
[email protected] [email protected] www.goldsearchaustrali.com

White’s reputation has been built on quality products backed by quality service.
Our Factory Authorized Service Centers are factory trained and equipped.
They offer the same quality service as the factory. Service before
and after the sale is the cornerstone of our customer relations.

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BEFORE SHIPPING DETECTORS costs inside the continental USA 90 days after purchase.
FOR SERVICE-
White’s registers your purchase only if the Sales Registra-
A. Contact your Dealer. There may be a quick, tion Card is filled out and returned to the factory address
simple fix or explanation that will prevent having soon after original purchase for the purpose of recording
to send the detector in for service. this information, and keeping you up-to-date regarding
White’s ongoing research & development. The warranty
B. Double check the obvious, such as batteries, does not cover damage caused by accident, misuse,
and try the detector in another area to be sure neglect, alterations, modifications, unauthorized service, or
there isn’t interference. prolonged exposure to corrosive compounds, including salt.

C. Be sure to send all necessary parts with your Duration of any implied warranty (e.g., merchantability and
detector, such as batteries and holders, as these fitness for a particular purpose) shall not be longer than the
items can result in symptoms. stated warranty. Neither the manufacturer or the retailer
shall be liable for any incidental or consequential damages.
Some states however, do not allow the limitation on the
D. Always include a letter of explanation about length of implied warranties, or the exclusion of incidental
your concerns, even if you have talked to the or consequential damages. Therefore, the above limitations
Service Center by telephone. may not apply to you.

E. Take care in packaging instruments for ship- In addition, the stated warranty gives you specific legal rights,
ping. Always insure your package. and you may have other rights which vary from state-to-state.
The foregoing is the only warranty provided by White’s as the
manufacturer of your metal detector. Any “extended warranty”
USA/AUSTRALIAN WARRANTY period beyond two years, which may be provided by a Dealer
or other third party on your detector, may be without White’s
If within two years (24 months) from the original date of
authority, involvement and consent, and might not be honored by
purchase, your White’s detector fails due to defects in either White’s.
material or workmanship, White’s will repair or replace at its
option, all necessary parts without charge for parts or labor.
Simply return the complete detector to the Dealer where you If for any reason you should sell your MXT Pro prior to the date
purchased it, or to your nearest Authorized Service Center. the warranty expires, the remaining warranty is transferable. This
The unit must be accompanied by a detailed explanation of transfer is authorized by calling 1-800- 547-6911, and getting
an Authorization Number.
the symptoms of the failure. You must provide proof of date-
of-purchase before the unit is serviced.

This is a transferable manufacturer warranty, which covers

the instrument two years from the original purchase date, re-
gardless of the owner. Items excluded from the warranty are
non-rechargeable batteries, accessories that are not stan-
dard equipment, shipping/handling costs outside the conti-
nental USA, Special Delivery costs (Air Freight, Next Day,
2nd Day, Packaging Services, etc.) and all shipping/handling

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FOR USA FOR SCOTLAND

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WHITE’S ELECTRONICS (UK) Ltd. This warranty does not cover damage to the detector caused by
accident, misuse, neglect, alterations, modifications or unauthor-
WARRANTY ized service. Duration of any implied warranties (e.g., merchant-
The serial number which is unique to your unit is on a white ability and fitness for a particular purpose) shall not be longer
label inside the battery compartment. Please quote this num- than the stated warranty.
ber on any correspondence regarding your detector. White’s
Electronics has always been concerned with the absolute quality
of their mineral/metal detectors. Service after the sales is of Neither the manufacturer nor the retailer shall be liable for any
extreme importance to us and we always do our utmost to ensure incidental or consequential damages resulting from defects or
that customers are satisfied with our units. failures of the instrument to perform. This warranty does not
affect your statutory legal rights. If for any reason you should sell
your White’s detector prior to the date the warranty expires, the
If your unit should require servicing or repair, simply return it to us remaining warranty may be transferable. Simply contact White’s
at the factory in Inverness and we shall carry out the necessary Electronics, (UK) Ltd.
work for you. Any work carried out by unauthorized persons
will automatically nullify the warranty.
White’s Electronics (UK) Ltd
35 Harbour Road ~ Inverness ~ Scotland ~ IV1 1UA
If within two years (24 months) from the original date of purchase, Telephone: (01463) 223456 Fax: (01463) 224048
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at its option, all necessary parts without charge for parts or labor.
Simply return the detector to our factory in Inverness, Scotland, To comply with European Legislation
(Directive WEEE) this unit must not
giving details of the faults.
be disposed of, at the end of its useful
life, in any waste bin or landfill site
but must be returned to any White’s
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and other accessories. The warranty is not valid unless the War- under the legislation.
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