Sovereign XS-2 pinpointing targets

[Stanl]

Hi all, I'm a new guy on this forum. Michigan is my hunting ground.

I'm relatively new to the multi-frequency machines. I previously used a VLF/TR (I know....old school) with very good success.
Does anyone have any tips on more accurate pin-pointing with my Sov XS-2 with 10 inch coil?
I also have a Sun-Ray 12 inch coil, will using that coil make pin-pointing more difficult?
I have a Sun-Ray probe mounted and that helps, but the initial dig is usually off target.

Thanks in advance for your help.



Stanl

 

[Rick(ND)]

Here is some tips I have written up and saved on my computer, pay attention to the 90 degree pinpoint I mentioned as I feel it will help you.




What I have learned with the Sovereign series of Minelab detectors

The Sovereigns are a different type of detectors and not like anything most have ever used. These do take some time to get used to and the biggest tip I can give it DON

 

[Stanl]

Rick,

Thank you for the detailed info.
I do have a Sun Ray S1 probe, and it is helpful once I get within 2-3 inches of the target.
So far, no nicked targets. Not even the square nails I've dug.....LOL

I'm going to try that wiggle and other techniques today.

Best Regards,

 

[Art (NWOH)]

I think that most pinpointing problems stem from these two things....

First of all, you are using a DD coil and not a concentric. The hot spot of the coil is not the same shape.

Second, the Sov does not have a no motion pinpoint mode.....it is alway in motion mode so you can't pinpoint the same way that you would with most other detectors.

These two things together drive a lot of new users nuts . After a while you can pinpoint almost as well in disc mode as you can in am mode. And you can pinpoint very tight in am mode.

HH

 

[Stanl]

Art,

Thank you for the tips.

Yep, it is a bit frustrating with the Sov. But, I won't give up on it.
Cause, the depth reached in my 'target garden' (items buried for about 4 years) by the Sov is pretty impressive.

Using my old machine, a VLF/TR unit that I purchased new in bygone days, is second nature to me.
I'm probably using those techniques on the Sov, so I have to adapt to this 'new' system.
Although the depth capacity with a 12 inch coil in VLF mode seems to be less now than back then.
Could be just my memory too..LOL

 

[Art (NWOH)]

Rick gives the good tips. I do the fast and dirty.....in this case, what the basic problems are.

Play around with sound and motion in pinpoint. Get a feel for what the audio does in relation to how the coil is moving. This requires watching the coil move as you listen.

There will be a speed and width of motion for each target that zeroes in on the location.

HH