a collection with tips for newbies.

[Eu_citzen]

Hello, I want some tips regarding the GTI-2500. And here I want to make an tips collection for newbies like my self.So if anyone got any tips write them here, even links are welcome.

 

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[Blackjack77]

In My area, 7.5 Sensitivity works best, although very wet
conditions, I sometimes need to back that off to avoid
falsing.
I usually dig most "B & C" size targets, definately if the depth
is deeper.
Imaging seems very accurate to 6"!!
Hope this helps!!
HH

 

[Eu_citzen]

yeah sure thanks, keep 'em coming.(the tips)
Here in "my hunting area" it's quite much trash (was doing some "tests" with my detector on yesterday, found about 40 pulltabs :P )

I also have some "possible good finds" as my house is documented since about 1700 there are also clues to as early as 1300!(there are old church documents about my house that is)
B and C target's seem like a good idea to dig, makes it a loot less digs...
there is also much "mineralised rocks" mostly iron.

 

[Eu_citzen]

was that all tips that you guys can give?
oh common i want to hear (read?) some more!

I just found out that the 4.5" scorcher coil works best for me.even in these tough(?) conditions.
although no Imaging it still is the best for me (of those i have tested)

 

[searching_in_sc]

Just wanted to say hello to all. This is my first post here, and I'm also a new owner of the GTI 2500 in need of some tips.... So anything anyone can tell me about using it would be greatful.

 

[Eu_citzen]

Welcome!
how does your hunting area look like?

the 4.5" scorcher coil the most accurate coil for pinpointing and should do well when electronic prospecting.
the 9.5" is good because of the imaging and it's quite accurate when pinpointing.
all metal mode is good when you want to find everything (metal) and gain a little extra depth.

read the users manual many times, do experiments, look at the DVD that came with your detector.
maybe i can help you more if I know how your location looks like (where you will be hunting)

 

[dahut]

I dont have a 2500 I have a 1350. But, you want Tips for Newbies? Okay, if you insist:

1. Dig! You wont find anything and you wont learn what your machine is telling you or what it is doing if you don't.

2. DO NOT rely on that meter to solve your problems. There is A LOT of junk out there and plenty of it masquerades as good stuff. The best thing about Imaging is it will tell you probable size - which might be meaningless if you happen on a roman brooch that looks like a big old can lid.

3. Turn the sensitivity down to start. Dont expect to find stuff halfway to China, as most good things are within the first FOOT. SENS that is too high only results in false signals and lots of frustration. Id say start it about 7.

4. Set time limits.
A. Plan to detect for a certain amount of time, as often as possible. Like any activity, good practice makes you better.
B. DO NOT detect longer that you should - set a limit on that, too. Remember you have a job and a family and friends.

5. Set Recovery Goals. A certain coin, or artifact, a certain number of coins, etc. Then work to achieve them.

6. Carry your detector with you as much as possible. You never know when a chance to detect will come along.
(but dont leave it in your car - EVER!! The heat is murder on it and thieves know what they are worth, too).

7. Learn about your area and what you might actually find. It does no good to take your detector to a parking lot.

8. Talk to your friends and family about your new hobby. Ask if they know any old places, or good modern places, where lots of people have been active.

9. Plan to do all sorts of detecting. You are new and this hobby has lots to offer. Dont imagine yourself only "this sort" of detectorist or "that sort." Try it all.

10. Get a carry bag and keep these things in it:
Extra headphones.
Extra batteries
2 Digging trowels
1 recovery apron
1 probe
1 long screwdriver
1 8-10" inch hunting knife
Garden gloves
Super glue and duct tape
...You can have more but youll need these.

BONUS TIP: Determine to Have Fun.

 

[Eu_citzen]

nice tips dahut, thanks!

I to have noticed that there i much junk around (almost everywhere)