Bounty Hunter PIONEER 202 User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
Your Pioneer 202 Metal Detector incorporates patented microprocessorcontrolled technology. The Pioneer 202 is a motion detector; movement over an
object is required in order for the machine to detect the object and emit a tone.
Alternatively, you can sweep a metal object over a motionless search coil.
THIS METAL DETECTOR HAS TWO TYPES OF OPERATING MODES:
1. ALL METAL DETECTION
All metals will be detected.
2. DISCRIMINATE, NOTCH, and AUTO NOTCH modes
In any of these three detection modes, the detector will emit different
tones, depending upon the type of metal present. The characteristics are
adjustable. Depending on the detector control settings, some metals will
also be eliminated from detection.
DISCRIMINATE:
Eliminates iron and trash items with the use of the
DISC/NOTCH knob.
NOTCH:
Provides an adjustable rejection "window" to eliminate undesirable
metals from detection. Move the rejection "window" with the
DISC/NOTCH knob.
AUTO NOTCH:
Provides a pre-set rejection "window", automatically eliminating
most pull-tabs and trash items from detection.
CAUTION:
• Do not test the detector by placing coins or metal objects on the floor.
Most floors contain metal, which will cause interference.
• Use 9-VOLT ALKALINE batteries only.
DO NOT USE INDOORS. LIGHTS AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES EMIT
ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS WHICH INTERFERE WITH THE DETECTOR’S
OPERATION
INTRODUCTION
Your Pioneer 202 is an advanced technology metal detector, designed for a
variety of applications including coinshooting, relic hunting, and general purpose
detecting.
Before using your Pioneer 202, it is important to read these instructions. This
manual's description of detection
concepts and types of metals is
necessary to avoid frustration if
you are new to the hobby of metal
detecting.
Terminology
Elimination — Reference to a metal or
target being "eliminated" means that
the detector will not emit a tone nor
light up an LCD indicator when an
object is in the coil’s detection field.
Discrimination — When the
detector emits different tones for
different types of metals, and when
the detector "eliminates" certain
metals, we refer to this as the
detector "discriminating" among
different types of objects.
Iron — Iron is a common, low-grade
metal which is often an undesirable
target. Examples of undesirable iron
objects are old cans, pipes, bolts,
and nails.
Relic — A relic is an aged object of
historical significance. Note that
many relics are made of iron, an
otherwise undesirable object in
some metal detecting applications.
Pull-tabs and Trash Items —
Discarded pull-tabs from beverage
containers are the most bothersome
items for professional and hobby
metal detectorists. These items are
generally constructed of aluminum,
iron, or steel. We have
therefore incorporated
special features into
the Pioneer 202 to
eliminate these
targets or to alert
you to their possible
presence.
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Pioneer 202 FEATURES
Touchpad
Controls
Discriminate
Control
Extended
Armrest
S-Rod
Handle
System
Comfort
Hand-grip
LCD Display
Headphone Jack
Sensitivity Control
Interchangeable
Coil System
8" Waterproof
Search Coil
S-Rod
Detector
Stand
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
S-Rod Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Mounting the Coil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
INSTALLING BATTERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
DEMONSTRATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
BASIC OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Turning on Your Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Set the Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Reading the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Low Battery Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Depth Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
SENSITIVITY ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
MODES OF OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 & 12
AUDIO TARGET ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Pinpointing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Coil Movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 & 15
METAL DETECTING APPLICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
CARE & MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
TREASURE HUNTER’S CODE OF ETHICS . . . . . . . . . .BACK COVER
WARRANTY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BACK COVER
The BOUNTY HUNTER PIONEER series of metal detectors is not
associated or connected in any way with Pioneer Corporation or its
PIONEER brand audio and video products or other products.
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EASY ASSEMBLY
Assembling your Pioneer 202 Metal
Detector is easy and requires no tools.
Just follow these steps:
1 Using the supplied bolt and knurled
●
knob, attach the search coil to the
lower stem.
2 If your model is equipped with a 3-
●
piece stem, open the plastic locking
nut on the upper tube by rotating it
counterclockwise. Then slide the
middle tube into the upper tube,
inserting the silver button into the
locating hole which is 1/2” behind the
plastic locking nut. Now tighten the
plastic locking nut.
3 Press the button on the upper end
●
of the lower stem and slide the
lower stem into the upper stem.
Adjust the stem to a length that lets
you maintain a comfortable upright
posture, with your arm relaxed at
your side.
4 Wind the search coil cable around
●
the stem. Leave enough slack in the
cable to let you adjust the coil when
you are hunting on uneven ground.
Then tighten the knob at the end of
the search coil.
Bolt
Lower
Stem
Search
Coil
Cable
Knurled
Knob
Search Coil
Bottom view
Lower
Stem
Upper
Stem
Bottom side
Plug
Control
Housing
Note:
To adjust the coil,
simply loosen the knob.
5 Insert the coil’s plug into the
●
matching connector on the control
housing. Be sure the holes and pins
line up correctly.
Caution:
• Do not force the plug in.
Excess force will cause damage.
• To disconnect the cable, pull on the
plug. Do not pull on the cable.
4
Upper
Stem
Connector
on back of
control housing
BATTERIES
IMPORTANT: Always use ALKALINE batteries for optimal performance.
Always remove the batteries for prolonged storage.
CHECK THE BATTERIES if your detector exhibits any of the following
symptoms:
1 The unit does not turn on.
●
2 Low speaker volume.
●
3 Unable to tune detector with the discriminate knob.
●
The Low Battery indicator light will come on and stay on whenever the
batteries need replacing. It should flash momentarily when the Power
Switch is turned off. The flashing indicator tells you that your batteries are
in good condition.
IMPORTANT: Your Pioneer 202 metal detector requires two 9-Volt
ALKALINE batteries.
Follow these steps to install the batteries.
1 Carefully remove the
●
battery compartment door
by pressing the release clip
on the right side of the door.
2 Snap one battery onto
●
each of the terminals and
place the batteries inside
the compartment. Insert
one battery with the
terminals facing down,
and the second battery
with terminals facing
outward.
3
Replace the compartment
●
door by carefully inserting
opposite side of clip first.
Then press down on clip side
until battery door snaps into
place.
Release
Clip
First Battery
First Battery
terminals facing in
Second Battery
terminals facing out
Second Battery
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PIONEER 202 DEMONSTRATION
Here is a quick way to demonstrate the basic features of your PIONEER 202.
I. Supplies Needed
• A quarter (25¢) • A penny (1¢) • A dime (10¢)
• A nickel (5¢) • Small piece of aluminum foil • A nail
II. Position your Pioneer 202
• Place the detector on a table, with the search coil hanging over the edge.
• Be sure that the search coil is far away from walls or metal objects.
Keep the search coil away from any metal in the table.
• Turn off appliances or lights which cause electromagnetic interference
III. Beginning Switch Settings
• Right Knob (DISC/NOTCH) —
100% counterclockwise to low
• Left Knob (SENSITIVITY) —
click on and set to 3:00 (3/4 turn)
• Do not press any touchpads
IV. All Metal Detection
A. Wave all objects under the search coil
• NOTICE THE TONES
V. Discriminate Mode
A. Turn the right knob (DISC/NOTCH) slowly to the right past the "DISC"
indication.
B. Wave all objects under the search coil at different "DISC" settings.
• NOTICE THE DIFFERENT TONES
• NOTICE THE METALS ELIMINATED
VI. Notch Mode
A. Press the NOTCH touchpad
B. Right knob (DISC/NOTCH) 100% counterclockwise to low
C. Wave all objects under the search coil while
slowly turning the right knob clockwise.
• NOTICE THE DIFFERENT TONES
• NOTICE THE METALS ELIMINATED
VII. Auto Notch Mode
A. Press the AUTO NOTCH touchpad
B. Right knob (DISC/NOTCH) 100% counterclockwise to low
C. Wave all objects under the search coil while
slowly turning the right knob clockwise.
• NOTICE THE DIFFERENT TONES
• NOTICE THE METALS ELIMINATED
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