Nokta 1ST Swing Metal Detector User Guide
- June 8, 2024
- Nokta
Table of Contents
Nokta 1ST Swing Metal Detector
ASSEMBLY
The device comes disassembled in 2 pieces. To assemble the device, first remove the small spongy cable protector piece on the middle shaft and dispose it. Next, engage the shafts together so that the screw hole is centered in the slot. Pay attention not to damage the cable during this process. Then, place the obround piece in the slot with the arch mark facing upwards. Lastly, tighten the bolt to secure.
To adjust the shaft length to your height, open the lever latch. Pull the lower shaft down and after adjusting the length, press the level latch to secure. Do not extend it beyond the ”max” mark.
To adjust the coil angle parallel to the ground, loosen the nut. Once
adjusted, tighten back to secure.
WARNING! The search coil is NOT detachable, do not attempt to remove!
BATTERY INSTALLATION
To install or replace batteries, remove the screw located on the battery
compartment cover with a screwdriver. Then, rotate the cover 1/4 turn as shown
in the image and pull out.
Install the batteries paying attention to (+) and (-) signs as indicated on
the sticker. Then, attach the battery compartment cover by reversing the above
process and secure by tightening the screw.
QUICK GUIDE
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On/Off and Discrimination Button
To turn the detector on/off, press and hold down for a few seconds.
To discriminate out one or two of the target types mentioned above, press once or twice.
The detector now will only detect targets shown on screen. -
Pinpoint Button: Press and hold down to find the exact location of the target.
Signal sound becomes stronger and changes in tone while getting closer to the target center. In addition, the LED turns green when the search coil is over the center of the target. -
Sensitivity/Volume Button
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LED Indicator
While detecting – Green: Low and high value coins, screw caps and some pull- tabs. Yellow: Rings, pull-tabs, lower value coins and aluminum foil. Red: Ferrous (iron) objects, nails and horseshoes.
While Pinpointing – Lights up green when the search coil is over the center of the target. -
Sensitivity Consists of 3 levels:
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Depth Indicator
TARGETS TYPES AND TONES -
Ferrous (iron) objects, nails and horseshoes.
The device will emit a low tone for these targets. -
Rings, pull-tabs, lower value coins and aluminum foil. The device will emit a medium tone for these targets.
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Low and high value coins, screw caps and some pull-tabs. The device will emit a high tone for these targets.
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Battery Indicator
Once the battery indicator displays empty status, the device will continue to work for a short period of time and then shut off after a warning tone. -
Volume Consists of 2 levels:
Press and hold down the Sensitivity/Volume button to adjust.
Overload Warning Sound
Large and/or near-surface targets will overload the detector and the detector
will emit a continuous warning sound. In such a case, lift the search coil up
until the sound stops.
Auto Shut-off & Alarm
After about half an hour of inactivity, the device will start emitting an
audible alarm. After 3 minutes of alarm, the device will shut off
automatically to save battery life.
WARNINGS
- Do not store the device and search coil under extremely low or high temperatures for extended periods. (Storage Temperature: – 20°C to 60°C / – 4°F to 140°F)
- The device has been designed with IP68 rating as a waterproof unit up to 1 meters / 3ft.
Pay attention to the items below after using the device especially under salty water:
- Wash the device with tap water and be sure no salt water is left.
- Do not use any chemicals for cleaning and/or for any other purposes.
- Wipe the device dry with a soft, non-scratch cloth.
CORRECT WAY OF SWEEPING
- It is important to keep the search coil parallel to the ground in order to get accurate results.
- The search coil must be parallel to the ground at all times.
TECHNICAL SPECS
- Operating Principle : VLF
- Operating Frequency : 15kHz
- Audio Tones : 3
- Pinpoint : Yes
- Sensitivity Setting : 3 Levels
- Discrimination : 2 Levels
- LED Indicator : Pinpoint & Discrimination (Red, Yellow, Green)
- Depth Indicator : 3 Levels
- Battery Indicator : Yes
- Auto Shut-off & Alarm : Yes
- Volume Control : 2 Levels
- Search Coil : 18cm. (7”)
- Display : Custom LCD
- Weight : 880gr. (1.9lbs.)
- Length : 83-109cm. (32.5”- 43”)
- Battery : 2xAA (not included)
- Warranty : 2 years
Nokta Detectors reserves the right to change the design, specifications or accessories without notice and without any obligation or liability whatsoever.
WARRANTY
This product has a 2 year limited warranty from the time of purchase.
Please refer to www.noktadetectors.com for
further warranty information.
For Consumers within the European Union:
Do not dispose of this equipment in general household waste. The crossed
wheeled bin symbol on this equipment indicates this unit should not be
disposed of in general household waste, but recycled in compliance with local
government regulations and environmental requirements.
FCC STATEMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- this device may not cause harmful interference, and
- this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.