xterra 705 problem

[fitmike]

Ok so I have had my xterra less then a year. I use it a couple times a weekz and I am pretty rough on my machine. I do keep it clean. So last week when I turned it on switched to all metal mode The thing starts blinking in pinpointer mode display is jumping back and forth with Ps then a minute later Pa but wont come out till i turn it off. Turn it on in a discrimination pattern it does the same thing. Any help or suggestions mikee

 

[Old Longhair]

I believe that I would first change the batteries to be sure that they were fresh and had no connection problems. Then I'd do a full factory reset as described on pgs46-47 in the manual.
Then I'd see if it worked. If so...cool! If not...send it in.

 

[fitmike]

Thanks I have done both 2 wice each. Still no luck. First to new duracells then cheap sunbeam brand, did factory reset after each

 

[Old Longhair]

Well....sorry.
I'd be on the phone to Minelab CS in the morning.
Neither "Ps" nor "Pa" are normal trouble codes, but they may mean something to a tech. So it may be something that they can diagnose over the phone.
If not, then they can tell you where to send it.

 

[fitmike]

Actually i think it is just switching between pipoint auto and pinpoint eizing. I sent them email yesterday but will be callling tomorrow.cthank you again this is 2 nd time and 2 nd board you have helped me with issues. Thank you and Happy holidays

 

[Old Longhair]

That sounds like a faceplate issue, so it is likely going to need to be sent in.
Good thing that it's still under warranty, 'cause that repair would run $100.

 

[fitmike]

Yes but that means no more detecting this year. I off work till 2 nd had planned nothing but. Oh well things happen

 

[fitmike]

Ok everyone thanks for the help. Talked to minelab this morning and control box is already in the mail. Happy Holidays and HH