A detector’s ability to eliminate the interference of salt mineralization, which adversely affects detection depth and target ID capabilities
ScanTrack
A unique Garrett feature that automatically adjusts to the operator’s scan speed to
achieve optimum performance
Searchcoil
Also referred to as the “coil”, the searchcoil is the flat, typically circular disk swept over the ground to sense the presence of metal
Sensitivity
Synonymous with Depth, the adjustment that determines how deep or small a target can be detected - the higher the sensitivity, the greater the detection depth
Shaft
The adjustable stem that connects the control box and the searchcoil
Single Frequency
Offers greater potential depth capabilities, better discrimination and enhanced target ID under most common soil conditions where most treasure hunting occurs (See Multiple Frequency article for more information).
Super Sluice™
Large 15” gold pan with 1/2” deep riffles. Traps small gold nuggets up to one ounce and larger in size
Surface Elimination
A detectors ability to ignore all targets located on or near the ground’s surface, which is useful in heavy trash areas
Surface Mount PC Board Technology
The latest trend in constructing electronic circuit boards
Target
Any metallic item sensed by a detector
Target ID Cursor
A graphical indication of the target’s probable identity (e.g. coin, gold, pull tab) based on its electrical properties
Volume Control
The ability to adjust the loudness of the audible response produced by the detection of a target
