Metal Detectors Require Tuning For Maximum Detection.
Also Be Aware That Metal Detectors Should Always Be Stored In A Warm Environment.
Fine Tuning your Lumber or Security Wizard
To tune please see the video in the player to your right.
Text instructions are below.
If, after following these instructions, your Wizard Detector is still not
working properly, email us at
info@wizind.com.
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Fine
Tuning your Lumber or Security Wizard If your Lumber or Security Wizard is not
functioning correctly
please follow the instructions below.
(Nov. 5, 2010)
Tuning and Operating
Instructions:
Depending on temperature and humidity it may take a few times to tune
Please be sure to store your detector in a warm place. Never allow it to fall below 42 degrees!
1. To tune turn the unit on with sound button also on.
2. Turn white tuning screw to point where the unit beeps. Then reverse the turn of the screw
to the point just in the area of where it stops.
3. Once it stops the red and green light will flash once each. Once the unit is tuned turn the unit OFF and then back ON in order to
set the tuning into its memory. 4. If it is tuned to the right point the setting will hold. If not tuned to the right point you will need to attempt again.
Once this is done the unit should stay tuned.
Occasionally the units need re-tuning if the temperature of humidity drop a lot.
The fine tuning screw is used to set the working point of the detector.
This allows you to compensate for differences in temperature and humidity,
which can affect readings. During extended operation, use the fine tuning screw to change the working point as needed.
Detecting Metal:
For best detection sweep the Lumber or Security Wizard in an up and down pattern
at least 1/2" from the surface to be scanned. The detector coil area
is the last 7” of the unit farthest from the handle. When passed
over metal objects the unit will make a high pitched tone (if Audio Alert
is turned on), or vibrate (if the Vibration Alert is turned on), and a
red LED will also glow. The pitch will increase as you move the unit closer
to metal. To pinpoint the exact location of metal sweep the Security Wizard
slowly until a continuous tone is heard.
Alerts:
The Vibration Alert and Audio Alerts can be turned on (button depressed)
or off (button raised) independently using the buttons in front of the
on/off switch. Battery life is extended by turning off the Vibration Alert.
When scanning is complete, press the “On/Off” button to turn
the unit off.
Headphone Jack: (Security Wizard Only)
The Security Wizard also includes an earphone jack on the left side of
the handle. Use an earphone or headphone with a standard 3/32” mono
submini plug. The earphone works even when Audio and Vibration alerts
are turned off. (Earphone / headphone not included)
Specifications:
Types of Metal Detected: Responds equally well to all types of metal,
steel, stainless steel, zinc, magnesium, and aluminum. Helps locate guns,
knives, blades, and any metallic object.
Electronics: Unit operates with an automatic tuning transmit/receive
circuit. Provides precision detection pattern which helps prevent false
alarms.
Dimensions: Length 18”, Width 21/2”, Height 1 1/8” at sensor,
2” at handle, Weight: 13 oz.
Power Requirements: One nine volt alkaline battery (not included).
We use and recommend DuracellTM Alkaline batteries.
Alert Indicators: Switchable Piezo Tone Audio Alert, Vibration
Alert and LED Light Alert can are used to indicate the presence of metal.
Loading/Changing the Battery:
The battery compartment is located at the end of the handle. To open the
battery compartment, push the battery cover upward using your fingernail
or a coin in the groove at the base of the cover. Slide the tray completely
out of the handle. Place a nine volt alkaline battery in the tray, with
the battery terminals protruding through the slots in the end of the tray
(figure 1). The negative battery terminal protrudes through the larger
slot, the positive through the smaller slot. Slide the tray back into
the handle until it snaps into place (figure 2).
It
is very important to know... that the while Wizard Detectors
are very powerful and sensitive, they do not detect every size of metal.
Please use good judgement and common sense when detecting. Very
small metal objects can be missed under certain circumstances. Also direction
and depth of metal objects along with density of material can cause various
detection ranges. Careful scanning and visual inspection are necessary.
Metal detectors are simply aids in detection and
should not be thought of as a guarantee to locate every metal object.
Product Knowledge and Tuning Instructions
Wizard Detectors are covered by warranty for one year from date of purchase.
If you have a decetor that is not functioning properly please follow the
instructions below.
Please note that returns can take up to 10 days. Tuning
should always be attempted before returning in order to save time.
Some things you should know about metal detectors.
False
or erratic detection problems can be solved by learning about the aspects
below and by the instructions for your model of detector:
When
the detector is in a cold environment (below 40 degrees) they may become
erratic or be caused to beep constantly. This is due to moisture content
of the air that causes metal detectors to have less ability to generate
and receive a magnetic signal. The detector will function better in temperatures
above 40 degrees. If you need to use your detector in a temperature below
40 degrees it may be necessary to place the unit in a warm environment
such as a location of normal room temperature for a period of a half hour
to one hour depending on the moisture content and temperature.
False signal problems can usually be overcome is adjusting the unit for
ground balance.
Ground
Balancing. What are we actually doing when we ground balance a detector?
Ground balance can be described as compensating for the phase shift of
the detectors "received coil signal" because of the affects
of average ground mineralization. The two basic components of a metal
detectors operation is signal is amplitude, and phase response. These
two components work together to cause a metal detector to signal when
it is in contact with metal. The signal is generated when a detector recognizes
a variance in magnetic waves that are generated by the detectors coil.
When a shift in a detectors magnetic field is present the detector will
emit a beeping tone.
Ground
mineralization will affect the detectors settings and can cause false
or erratic signals. Ground balance issues will be evident because the
detector will go quiet or may respond (beep) when there is no real target
evident. When ground balancing there is not supposed to be any target
(metal objects) present. To tune your detector for proper ground balance
follow the instructions below for your model of detector
If
there are a lot of metallic objects around you or you are in a location
that has heavy mineralization either a loss in depth or excessive false
signals may be experienced while operating the detector. Also if the ground-balance
is adjusted so the detector gets quieter and the unit beeps when it is
rotated to a different position either up and down or rotated left or
right (mostly to the southern direction due to the polar fields), the
unit in some cases may give false signals when the coil is swept over
a surface. In some instances it may be necessary to have the detector
facing in one particular direction (a direction that allows the detector
to beep only when in contact with metal).
These
factors are not a flaws in the detector, believe it or not having
control over the ground balance rather than having it "preset"
at the factory will help you in locating buried shot. Every single metal
detector made is affected by ground balance and the Earth's polar fields.
Getting accustomed to your detectors
sensitivity and proper tuning adjustments will help you in locating shot
much easier.
Fine
Tuning your Little Wizard II
If
your Little Wizard is not functioning correctly
please follow the instructions below.
(June.
01, 02)
Fine Tuning: The Little Wizard can easily
be fine-tuned or adjusted to your environmental conditions (ground-balance,
humidity, etc.). Follow this procedure if your Little Wizard is displaying
any of the following problems: doesn't beep, continuously beeps, works
intermittently, not sensitive enough, or if you cannot set a working
point. Turn the unit on by rotating the on/off/adjustment dial about
half way. If the unit IS beeping, rotate the adjustment screw counter-clockwise
until the beeping just stops. If the unit IS NOT beeping, rotate the
adjustment screw clockwise until the beeping starts, then back off just
to where the beeping stops. The unit is now fine-tuned. Test the unit
on some visible metal to verify that it is working properly.
Little Wizard II
Fine Tuning Screw
Figure
1. Fine Tuning Screw
If,
after following these instructions, your Little Wizard is still not working
properly, email us at email info@wizind.com.
Fine Tuning your Little Wizard Original Model If your Little Wizard is not functioning
correctly
please follow the instructions below.
(Nov. 01, 01)
The
Little Wizard can easily be fine-tuned or adjusted to your environmental
conditions. Follow this procedure if your Little Wizard is displaying
any of the following problems: Doesn't Beep
Continuously Beeps
Works Intermittently
Doesn't Detect Metal
Cannot Adjust Working Point
First, make sure you are using a good battery. Battery problems account
for the vast majority of problems seen with the Little Wizard.
1. Remove the battery cover and battery.
2. Remove the Cover Retaining Screw, located in the center of the underside
of the unit. Use a small phillips head screwdriver (Figure 1).
3. Remove the cover, by lifting slowly from the battery end.
4. Locate the internal Fine Adjustment screw, located near the battery
end of the circuit board. It is a round white knob with a cross shaped
in the middle (for a phillips head screwdriver). (Figure 2)
5. Attach a good working battery.
6. Support the battery and the unit in one hand, and hold the unit away
from any metal.
7. Turn the unit on by rotating the on/off/adjustment dial about half
way.
8. If the unit IS beeping, rotate the internal adjustment screw counter-clockwise
until the beeping just stops. (Figure 3)
9. If the unit IS NOT beeping, rotate the internal adjustment screw
clockwise until the beeping starts, then back off just to where the
beeping stops.
10. Test the unit by passing the detector head over a piece of visible
metal.
11. Turn the unit off, and disconnect the battery.
12. Replace the cover: Connect the cover to the base at the detector
head end first, then close the cover. Tighten the cover retaining screw.
13. Re-connect the battery and replace the battery cover.
Figure
2. Location of Internal Fine Adjustment Screw
Figure
3. Internal Fine Adjustment Screw - with battery connected, and unit
turned on to half-way, rotate adjustment screw until the unit just
stops beeping. (See instructions).
If, after following these instructions, your Little Wizard is still not
working properly, email us at
info@wizind.com.
