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Re: Is IP-54 rain proof? - 6 years ago

Yes. Ingress Protection (IP) 54 is specifically meant for rain and wet environs, as well as dusty ones. Note that with extended exposure to sprays and splashes...some "Limited ingress is permitted"...but not in 'harmful' quantities. (It just doesn't like 'jets' of water.) So, should be perfect for rain...but not for hosing down the detector after a hun

Re: Induction Balance VS VLF - 6 years ago

Also, I noticed you had asked the same question in the Golden Sense thread, and I answered (what I hope) was the question you were asking. To follow-up that answer: In it's simplest terms, IB (induction balance) is a precise term referring to a constant field method of energizing a field between a primary and secondary (transmit and receive) coil. That's opposed to a method of send

Re: Nokta Golden Sense? - 6 years ago

The short answer is...there's no difference between VLF and IB, within this context. In this case, IB and VLF are simply being used to distinguish that it's NOT a PI (pulse induction). See Overton/Moreland's book "Inside the Metal Detector" for more detailed explanation and history of terms.

Re: Induction Balance VS VLF - 6 years ago

Rather than writing a lengthy reply, and all the inevitable questions to follow, I first suggest getting a copy of "Inside the Metal Detector" by Overton and Moreland. It's a wonderful mix of theoretical, practical, historical and explanations of terms...and more.

Re: Lithium batteries - 6 years ago

Tip: About the only real disadvantage to Li-ion batteries, is that they like/need the chemistry to be frequently 'in-use'. Other than overheating/overcharging, the worse think you can do with lithium batteries is to store them fully charged and unused for very long periods of time. (Current best practice, is to store them at between 40%-60% charge.) I like to say lithium need to

Re: Lithium batteries - 6 years ago

The same reason you don't see AA and 9v batteries in phones, and high end cameras and other electronc gear. Non-rechargable alkalines are heavier, bulkier, shorter life at high current drains, and quite simply...in the long run, cost an arm and a leg in comparision to Li-ion. (Lithium also work much better in colder temps where alkalines just give up.) Who benefits? The user. Unless

Re: A Christmas present. - 6 years ago

Nice touch there, Robert... mike

Re: Opinions on Classic Fisher machines 1266 & 1270 - 6 years ago

Des D Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > My experiences using a "Troy Shadow X-5" showed it > to be horrendous signalling big iron! > Des, You may (or may not) have been using an earlier X-5 without the later iron mod. (those prior to SN 300) There was a white sticker in the battery compartment with a capital 'H' if the iron mod

Re: Tesoro owners or Anyone here talk with Tesoro lately?? - 6 years ago

If you want to get a taste of real-world marketing about products you thought dead...like Polaroid, Delorean, and the Commodore 64, here's a quick fun read: Probably shouldn't hold your breath for Tesoro, though...might take a decade or two.

Re: Which brand of pinpointer do you use? - 6 years ago

F-Pulse, with an older TRX backup in the truck.

Re: Merry Christmas - 6 years ago

Indeed. May your Christmas be heartwarming, and next year better than this one.

Re: What was the first detector that you purchased? - 6 years ago

u2robert Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Green Stamps what was it H&H green stamp and back > then you could also cash a book in for like 3-4 do > llars. that brings back memories Robert, I think it's S&H Green Stamps that you're remembering... As I get older, I find different parts of my memories developing 'fog', L

Re: ON THE HORIZON - 6 years ago

Pasttom Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > As an elder statesman on this subject let me say, > first, "Amen!" and second, don't scrimp on FULLY c > harging the batteries before using. I'd swear it > takes longer to do the first time then than it doe > s there after, but it may be new toy anxiety... PT, Yeah, the batteries

Re: ON THE HORIZON - 6 years ago

SN, Headphones fit my big head perfectly when extended all the way out...with no pressure/hot spots. Grip feels great to me. Good angle/size. Reminds me of some classic firearms grip angle. mike

Re: ON THE HORIZON - 6 years ago

Chris Woods Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Having said that, while mounting t > he scuff plate I noticed a small gap that is left > in the center of the coil. If I push on the center > of the scuff plate it moves roughly 1/16" before c > oming in contact with the bottom of the coil. I do > ubt this will pose a problem but thought it

Re: ON THE HORIZON - 6 years ago

I noticed something that may cause some possible confusion on the MDT... The metal plate and battery contact spring in my battery compartment's endcap is labeled with a cut-out PLUS sign...implying that the plus side of the battery faces up/outward. This is wrong...at least on mine. The battery goes in plus side down. (again, at least it does on mine) May need to update the manua

Re: ON THE HORIZON - 6 years ago

biglry Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Something I have noticed is adjusting the sensitiv > ity is a major adjustment while adjusting the thre > shold is a minor adjustment so if running a 9 kHz > with 7 sensitivity in the water and a small amount > of chatter I could cut out the chatter or reduce i > t significantly by reducing the thresh

Re: My Tarsucci unit shipping weight and dimensions. - 6 years ago

Re: My Tarsucci unit shipping weight and dimensions. - 6 years ago

I think it's spelled Tarsacci. With an 'a'.

Re: What was the first detector that you purchased? - 6 years ago

Technically, the first was brand new 1972 Jetco Mustang BFO. But the only coin I 'found' with it was a dime on top of the ground, and I saw it pass by through the BFO loop rather than hearing anything. Then immediately bought a Radio Shack TR kit detector, and built it. Not sure of model#, but it was brown with a chrome handle and either one or two knobs. Found lots of junk, but w

Re: ON THE HORIZON - 6 years ago

Tom, My 'ears' perked up when you said targeted toward "bad mineralization", full VDI, sensitive to high conductors, and inches deeper than CZ. I've been waiting patiently for something like this for decades. Our deep silver (around here) has slowly and quietly gotten to the point it's almost not detectable unless the ground is just right, the weather is just

Re: Nox 800 Users - Battery Life ? - 6 years ago

As far as battery life goes, I've done two 5+ hrs hunts on one charge and still had a little life left in both devices. (At least neither device died...and that's with some back-light usage.)

Re: Nox 800 Users - Battery Life ? - 6 years ago

TabZilla Wrote: > Not sure on the exact difference in care but isn't > the EQX battery Li-Po(lithium polymer)? Firstly, no...I believe it's a 25650 Li-ion. Secondly, even if it were...lithium polymer (Li-Po) is essentially the same chemistry as lithium-ion. Both systems use identical cathode and anode material and contain a similar amount of electrolyte...one liquid, the

Re: Rutus alter71 and XP DEUS out in the field - 7 years ago

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Re: are you a LAUREL or a YANNY? - 7 years ago

It's definitely in the frequency response, but if I get it balanced just right for my hearing, I can 'force' myself to hear alternating "Laurel", "Gammy". It resembles an audio version of this famous optical illusion: (back up about 15 feet and see Albert change into Monroe.) As far as time-wasters go, that was fun...but it does emphasize how different e

Re: are you a LAUREL or a YANNY? - 7 years ago

Beyonder-Pa Wrote: > If you put the word in a sound editor, block out a > few nanos of the front of the wave, you will hear > yanny and visa versa I'll try it and let you know here in a few minutes... Update: Nope. Didn't work. Tried it in two different editors...nada. No matter where I started it, it was the same "Laurel" I think (based on watching t

Re: are you a LAUREL or a YANNY? - 7 years ago

If you really want a good scientific explanation by a Neuroscientist, take the 6 minutes and watch this (courtesy of Wired Magazine): (He also explains how your can hear it one way/one day, and differently the next...or how you can hear it differently on different devices/headphones)

Re: are you a LAUREL or a YANNY? - 7 years ago

Beyonder-Pa Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > IMO this isn't a tone issue, it's a cognition issu > e. Your brain recognizing a pattern. Bey, I don't think so. I've got very good observation/cognitive skills. There's no way I can perceive anything other than Laurel. I can focus on any part of the word, and the guy can adjust

Re: Wired Earbuds For Deus - 7 years ago

Tabman, The trick to passive noise cancelling isn't in the earbud...it's in the replaceable tips. Normally, I'd recommend a single balanced armature driver (as opposed to dynamic drivers) musicians' in-ear monitor/earbud (IEM) that comes with a wide selection of quality tips to choose from, but those tend to be higher end. (For instance, Westone Audio's musicians&#

Re: Where can I buy a new or used Equinox 800 - 7 years ago

shoveler Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > $70 in sales tax for one thing With some price gouging (still) going on, I'd think $969 would sound a whole lot better to most than $1,100 or $1,200. To each his own, I guess... It will be nice when they finally get the production sorted/smoothed out. mike