Laser Rapier II Operator's Instruction Manual
MOST IMPORTANT- WHEN RETURNING UNIT FOR SERVICE
1. All units returned under warranty must be accompanied by copy of
original dated invoice. Failure to do this will incure repair charges.
2. Please include full details of the fault.
3. Include payment of £8 for return carriage.
4. Send unit to: SERVICE DEPARTMENT: Pentechnic, 1 Grange
Cottages, Penkridge, Staffs ST19 5NH
LIMITED ON (1) YEAR WARRANTY (UK)
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights.
TESORO/LASER assures you of the finest electronic equipment and service.
TESORO/LASER warrants that each detector manufactured by it will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year. Should any failure to conform to the foregoing warranty appear within this period,
TESORO/LASER will, at its option, repair or replace the defective detector without any charge except any transportation charges. This warranty does not cover
any detector that has been abused, tampered with, or repaired by an unauthorized party. This warranty applies only to units purchased from AUTHORIZED
UK DEALERS. This warranty excludes batteries, damage caused by leaking batteries, cable faults due to flexing on body mount units, and wear of the search coil
housing. Complete, detach and mail the portion below within 10 days of purchase
in order to activate your warranty. Send the WARRANTY to : TREASURE
WORLD, 192 Albany st. LONDON NW1 4AP.
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LASER METAL DETECTORS
192 Albany Street
London, NW1 4AP
Telephone 207-387-3142
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OPERATOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL
What does the factory include with my detector?
See UNPACKING THE BOX on page 6.
How do I put my detector together?
See ASSEMBLING YOUR DETECTOR on pages 8-9.
How do I install a new battery?
See INSTALLING THE BATTERY on page 7.
Is my battery working and when should I change it?
See Performing the Audio Battery test on page 16.
How does my detector work?
See GENERAL DESCRIPTION on page 5.
What features does my detector have?
See Rapier FEATURES on page 24.
What are Discriminate Mode and Pinpoint Mode?
See Selecting the Proper Operating Mode on page 14.
How do I select one of the operating modes?
See Selecting the Proper Operating Mode on page 14.
How do I adjust the discrimination feature?
See DISC LEVEL Control on page 12.
How much discrimination should I use?
See Setting the Discrimination Level on page 15.
How do I adjust the sensitivity feature?
See SENSITIVITY CONTROL on page 11.
How much sensitivity should I use?
See Setting the Sensitivity Level on page 14.
When do I use the MAXBoost feature?
See Setting the Sensitivity Level in MAXBoost on page 15.
Can I adjust the speaker volume?
See Controlling Audio Volume on page 13.
How do I hold and move my detector when using it?
See Handling you detector on page 17.
How do I find the exact location of a metal object?
See Pinpointing a target on page 19.
How do I dig up a buried metal object?
See Recovering a target on Pages 19-21.
What can I do to get better at using my detector?
See Basic Care and Protecting you Investment on pages 22-23.
What is my warranty and where can I get service?
See the back cover
INDEX OF COMMON QUESTIONS
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LASER RAPIER II OPERATOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CONGRATULATIONS!
Thank you for purchasing the Laser Rapier II. The Rapier II was
designed for the user who requires top of the line performance combined with total ease of use.
The Laser Rapier II has the power and stability to handle the
most hostile terrain. Its ability to punch through the ground should satisfy the most demanding operator. Sensitivity to tiny gold, silver &
bronze coins and artifacts should result in more of this class to find.
Take the time to study this manual and familiarize yourself with your detector and you can look forward to many hours of fruitful searching in
the years to come.
Good Hunting
Frank Mellish
High Gain Sensitivity Circuitry – designed specifi-
cally to deliver greater depth, sensitivity and stability.
MAXBoost Feature- extra power of super high gain can
add inches to search depth.
High-sensitivity Searchcoil- a 9x8 inch spoked,
concentric for broad sweep, good pinpointing and deep ground
penetration.
Ultra-lightweight-Search longer without fatigue.
3 piece Knockdown Pole-convenient storage and
travel
Turn-on-and-go-factory preset for “mineral free” operation.
Two Operating Modes-Pinpoint and Discriminate.
QuickCheck PINPOINT-simple push-button pinpointing.
Easy to Operate-simple controls at your fingertips.
Silent Search Operation-in Discriminate Mode.
Economical to Use-up to 20 hours plus on a single battery.
What it doesn’t have
A big, heavy, high-powered speaker. Loud, heavy speakers are popular
with many manufacturers. The “fuller” sound they produce gives the illusion of greater sensitivity to small and deep targets - a great showroom
sales tool! Most serious detectorists hunt with headphones and a Rapier
will work well with standard headphones. If you choose not to use headphones, the Rapier speaker will be loud enough for most environments. It
will allow you to hear the small and deep targets found by the high power
circuitry-without excessive battery drain.
A hip mount, arm strap or battery recharging system. These kinds of
“built-in accessories” are simply unnecessary in a Rapier II detector.
The power and features of the Laser Rapier II make it an ideal detector for a beginner who
wants a machine they will never outgrow. It is also ideal for the serious detectorist who wants
power, performance, simplicity, and versatility in a single lightweight detector.
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☑ The searchcoil cable is hard wired to the searcoil and protected by a
strain relief. Inspect the strain relief frequently to make sure it is firmly
attached and intact.
☑ Keep cables properly wound around the pole stems and protect them
during use. Floppy, pinched, or snagged cables may short, causing er-
ratic noises or unnecessary replacement of the searchcoil.
☑ Sweep the searchcoil carefully, especially when using around rocks
and building foundations and avoid hitting the searchcoil against hard,
solid objects and surfaces.
☑ Keep your searchcoil slightly off of the ground during the sweep es-
pecially when using in gravel or hard, rocky dirt.
☑ Always use a properly designed protective scuff cover on the search-
coil.
☑ Remove and clean out scuff covers periodically to avoid buildup of
mineralized dirt particles which will affect performance.
☑ The searchcoil is waterproof and can be submerged in either fresh or
salt water. After the searchcoil is used in salt water, rinse it and the
lower stem assembly well with fresh water to prevent corrosion of the
metal parts.
☑ The searchcoil is waterproof but the electronics are not, so always
prevent any moisture or water from entering the control housing and
never allow the cable connectors to become submerged in water.
☑ If working in or near water, or if there is a possibility of rain, use a pro-
tective weather resistant pouch or plastic bag to cover the control hous-
ing. Make sure it can “breath” in order to ensure against condensation
buildup inside.
☑ After each use, clean the detector with a soft cloth to remove dust,
moisture, or other contaminants.
☑ When transporting the detector in a car during hot weather, store it on
the floor of the passenger compartment if possible. Using a carry bag
gives additional protection. In any case, never allow the detector to
roll around unprotected in the trunk or back of a pickup truck.
☑ Protect your detector from dust, moisture, and extreme temperatures
during storage.
☑ When shipping, use the original factory carton or similar heavy-duty
container, and provide a minimum one inch of padding around all
parts.
☑ Treat your detector as you would any sensitive electronic instrument.
Though ruggedly constructed and designed to withstand the demands
of normal treasure hunting, proper care is essential.
INTRODUCTION ................................................ 4
GENERAL DESCRIPTION ...................................5
GETTING STARTED
UNPACKING THE BOX .......................................6
INSTALLING THE BATTERY...............................7
ASSEMBLING YOUR DETECTOR ........................8
ADJUSTING THE POLE & SEARCHCOIL..........10
OPERATING TECHNIQUES
CONTROLS.......................................................11
SENSITIVITY Control..............................................................11
DISC LEVEL Control...............................................................12
THRESHOLD LEVEL Control.................................................12
QuickCheck PINPOINT Push-button ....................................13
Controlling Audio Volume......................................................13
TUNING YOUR DETECTOR...............................13
Selecting the proper operating mode...................................14
Setting the Sensitivity Level..................................................14
Setting the Sensitivity Level in MAX Boost .........................15
Setting the Discrimination Level...........................................15
Chart - Discrimination Level Settings ..................................15
Setting the Threshold Level ..................................................16
Performing the Audio Battery Test .......................................16
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FIELD USE ........................................................17
Handling Your Detector..........................................................17
Planting a Test Garden...........................................................18
Recognizing false signals in Discriminate Mode................18
Pinpointing a Target......................................................19
Recovery ........................................................................19
Specifications................................................................20
Recommended Recovery Methods .............................21
GENERAL INFORMATION
CARE AND USE ................................................22
Basic Care......................................................................22
Protecting Your Investment..........................................22
RAPIER II FEATURES ......................................24
INDEX OF COMMON QUESTIONS ....................25
WARRANTY SERVICE ............................Back Cover
The INDEX OF COMMON QUESTIONS on page 25
is a quick reference that guides you to the page
containing the answers to some of the more
common questions new metal detector owners
have.
Basic Care
The Rapier II is a sturdy instrument, but it is not designed to
withstand abuse. In caring for your Rapier II, there are several important
“DO NOTs” to remember. DO NOT use it to pry rocks loose or to beat
bushes out of the way. DO NOT drop the machine into water. DO NOT
use it unprotected in the rain. DO NOT leave it exposed at night where
dew could form on it. DO NOT store it in places that could be extremely
hot (next to a woodstove, in an attic). DO NOT leave it in the truck of a
car or in the back of a hatchback style car where high temperatures could
build up. DO NOT store it with the battery installed as batteries may
leak. DO NOT spray lubricants such as WD-40, or any type of cleaner,
solvents, sealants or other chemicals into or onto the electrical parts,
switches or controls. And finally, DO NOT attempt to modify or repair
the detector’s electronics as this will void your detector’s warranty.
THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE
RESULTING FROM AN ACCIDENT, NEGLECT OR ABUSE.
Protecting your investment
Often detectorists are disappointed when their new detector
slowly becomes less and less responsive and seems to have lost some of
its original peak performance. You can help avoid this from happening
to your detector by following these basic care and protection guidelines.
☑ Operate your detector exactly as recommended in this OPERATROR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
☑ Use only high-quality alkaline batteries of the correct voltage. Never
substitute a different voltage. When using a Ni-Cad battery always use
a separate convertible pack with the proper voltage output for the
detector’s design.
☑ Remove the battery from the detector after each use. This will prevent
damage to the detector if the battery leaks.
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