The Multi-IQ engine in all EQUINOX series is the same, there are however processor enhancements in the EQUINOX 700 and EQUINOX 900 that allow the detector to provide users with better Iron Bias, target separation and discrimination depth.

Park 1 (General/Coins)

Park 1 is optimised for modern coins and larger jewellery with a default discrimination pattern set to reject many common aluminium foil-like targets. Therefore, this is the ideal Profile to start with to learn EQUINOX before experimenting with the other Modes and more specialist settings. Park 1 Multi-IQ processes a lower frequency weighting of the multi-frequency signal, as well as using algorithms that maximise ground balancing for soil to achieve the best signal-to-noise ratio. Hence Park 1 is most suited for general detecting and coin hunting.

Park 2 (Fine Jewerlly)

Park 2 is ideal for smaller targets in trash-infested (including ferrous trash) locations. It will detect a wider range of targets including low conductor (or higher frequency) targets, e.g. fine jewellery. All non-ferrous targets are accepted by default. Recovery Speed is increased to clearly identify good targets masked by iron trash. Target Tone is set to maximum to provide as much target information as possible via audio. Park 2 Multi-IQ processes a higher frequency weighted multi-frequency signal while ground balancing for soil.

Field 1 (Coins and Artefacts)

Park 2 is ideal for smaller targets in trash-infested (including ferrous trash) locations. It will detect a wider range of targets including low conductor (or higher frequency) targets, e.g. fine jewellery. All non-ferrous targets are accepted by default. Recovery Speed is increased to clearly identify good targets masked by iron trash. Target Tone is set to maximum to provide as much target information as possible via audio. Park 2 Multi-IQ processes a higher frequency weighted multi-frequency signal while ground balancing for soil.

Field 2 ( Fine coins and Artefacts)

Field 2 suits locations with high target and trash densities. It will better detect small hammered coins on their edge or at greater depth. The default discrimination pattern is set to reject most coke signals. Target Tone is set to maximum to enhance audio identification and Recovery Speed is faster. The first Tone Break has been set so that the coke signals will produce the same low tone as ferrous targets. Field 2 Multi-IQ processes a higher frequency weighted multi-frequency signal while ground balancing for soil.

Beach 1

Beach 1 is most useful for detecting in wet or dry beach sand and also in shallow water where conductive salt signals are prevalent. It has good sensitivity to coins and small/large jewellery. Beach 1 reduces the salt signal, while maintaining high transmit power, and still being sensitive to desirable targets. Beach 1 Multi-IQ processes a low frequency weighted multi-frequency signal, and uses special algorithms to maximise ground balancing for salt

Beach 2

Beach 2 gives the best results when either wading or shallow diving with the coil and/or detector fully submerged. In these instances, there is a very strong salt signal present, so Beach 2 has a lower transmit power, which results in much less noise. This profile may also be useful in dry conditions where there are extremely high ground noise levels. Beach 2 Multi-IQ processes a very low weighted multi-frequency combination, using the same algorithms as Beach 1 to maximise ground balancing for salt.

Multi-IQ (EQUINOX 800 & 900 only)

Gold 1

Gold 1 is suitable for searching for small gold nuggets in ‘mild’ ground. Most goldfield locations have a variable level of iron mineralisation that will require an ongoing Ground Balance adjustment, therefore Tracking Ground Balance is the default setting. The audio Threshold Level and Threshold Pitch are optimised for hunting for gold nuggets. Gold 1 Multi-IQ processes a high frequency weighted multi-frequency signal, while ground balancing for mineralised soil.

Gold 2

Gold 2 is best for searching for deeper gold nuggets in ‘difficult’ ground conditions. Gold 2 has a lower Recovery Speed, which will increase detection depth. However, more ground noise in more heavily mineralised grounds may result. Tracking Ground Balance is the default setting. The audio Threshold Level and Threshold Pitch are optimised for hunting for gold nuggets. Gold 2 Multi-IQ processes a high frequency weighted multifrequency signal, while ground balancing for mineralised soil.

EQUINOX 700

• Weight has been decreased to 1.27kg (2.8lb)
• Waterproof to 5m (IP68)
• Three piece collapsible shaft now 144cm – 61cm (56.7″ – 24″)
• All carbon-fiber shafts
• New, easily adjustable armrest
• 119 Target ID Range (-19 to 99)
• 119 discrimination notch segments
• “ Depth Pitch” audio option in all modes
• Improved target separation
• Improved ferrous rejection
• Red LCD backlight
• Keypad backlight
• LED flashlight
• Handle vibration target indication

EQUINOX 900

All above features

• Greater Sensitivity range 1 – 28
• Includes EQX06 6″ waterproof DD coil

EQUINOX 700 and EQUINOX 900 have a weight of 2.8lbs

EQUINOX 600 and EQUINOX 800 have a weight of 2.95lbs

The new carbon-fiber shaft design allows users to pack the detector down to 61cm (24 in) and has a full extension of 144cm (56.7 in)

Depth performance will differ depending on conditions and detector settings. Beach performance is better overall. Enhancements have been made to improve recovery speed, target separation and discrimination depth allowing users to have solid target IDs at better depths. EQUINOX 900 comes with 28 levels of sensitivity allowing more depth where environmental conditions allow the sensitivity to be turned up.

The EQUINOX 600 and 700 offer a choice of 4 single selectable frequencies:

• 4kHz
• 5 kHz
• 10 kHz
• 15 kHz

The EQUINOX 800 and 900 offers the choice of 6 single selectable frequencies:

• 4kHz
• 5 kHz
• 10 kHz
• 15 kHz
• 20 kHz
• 40 kHz

• 4 kHz
• 5 kHz
• 10 kHz
• 15 kHz

Gold Mode is designed to enhance performance on small gold nuggets in mineralized ground. It does so primarily by using different audio processing so that targets respond both in volume and pitch. The Gold Mode will be of interest to gold prospectors but has less application for other uses.

Iron Bias is a setting that lets you choose how you want iron in the ground to sound. If you have a low setting, more of the iron will come through as a good target to dig up. This will also give you the best chance of finding any valuable non-ferrous targets nestled among the iron.

However, if you desire to hear less false audio sounds from the iron in the ground, try increasing the Iron Bias setting.

The Iron Bias in the EQUINOX 700 and EQUINOX 900 has had some changes to improve discrimination depth.

EQUINOX 600 and 800 have the option to choose either FE Iron Bias or F2 Iron Bias. FE Iron Bias will provide control over the target ID response. F2 Iron Bias will provide tone and target ID response adjustment for a wider range of ferrous targets.

Iron Bias in the EQUINOX 700 and EQUINOX 900 is based off the F2 Iron Bias in the EQUINOX 600 and EQUINOX 800 but allows even better overall depth detection and target separation. Because of this there is no F2 option available in the EQUINOX 700 or EQUINOX 900.

WHAT ACCESSORY COILS ARE AVAILABLE?

• EQX06 / EQX|06 (6″ round Double-D coil)
• EQX11 / EQX|11 (11″ round Double-D coil)
• EQX15 / EQX|15 (15″x12″ Double-D coil)

No, they have different technology requirements and are not compatible. Only Minelab EQX coils are compatible with EQUINOX series detectors.

In general, Multi is superior to the single frequencies when using an EQUINOX. However, there may be specialised situations where a particular frequency has a unique advantage. The EQUINOX Series offers users simultaneous Multi-Frequency plus a wide range of single selectable frequencies for specialist situations.

Yes, there is no need to perform a full factory reset. Individual Search Profiles can easily be returned to their factory preset settings. Only the local settings will be reset and any global settings will remain in their last-use state.

Navigate to the Detect Mode Search Profile you wish to reset.

Press and hold the Detect Mode button for 5 seconds.

SP will appear on the Target ID Display when a Detect Mode Search Profile is reset.

Beach Mode automatically senses black sand and reduces the transmit power to ensure that targets can still be detected without overloading occurring. When black sand is sensed, the Beach Overload Indicator will appear on the LCD. When this icon disappears, full transmit power automatically resumes.

The supplied magnetic USB charge cable can be used on all models in the EQUINOX series.

The charge time, from completely flat to 100%, is approximately 4 hours when charged with a high capacity charger (>1.7A @ 5V).

Avoid charging or using in extreme temperatures.

• Avoid rapid extreme temperature swings.
• Use only Minelab or Minelab recommended USB chargers and avoid so-called ultrafast chargers from third-parties that claim to fully charge Li-ION batteries in less than one hour.
• Before storing the detector for prolonged periods, the battery should be charged to approximately 50-60%. On the EQUINOX Battery Status Indicator, 2-bars is the optimum charge for prolonged storage. Maintaining the 2-bar charge periodically during extended storage is also advisable. Extended storage in temperatures less than 30oC (86’F) will also minimize degradation to Li-ION battery life

Use only reputable and certified USB Chargers when charging the EQUINOX battery as detailed below:

High Quality 2A USB Chargers with a minimum capacity of 2A @ +5V will yield a full charge time of approximately 4 hours. a. Typical examples are Apple™ and Samsung™ branded chargers.

Minelab Accessory USB Chargers with a minimum capacity of 2A @ +5V will yield a full charge time of approximately 4 hours.

• Car Charger 2-Way EQUINOX, Part Number: 3011-0375

Standard USB 2.0 Port with a maximum capacity of 0.5A @ +5V will yield a full charge time of approximately 18 hours. a. Any USB 2.0 Port on a computer b. A USB Power bank

The EQUINOX detectors support charging from devices that comply to the USB 2.0 standard. QuickCharge™ is a proprietary standard develop by Qualcomm that uses a higher voltage and is not compatible with EQUINOX detectors.

The Li-ION battery contained in the handle is replaceable and covered under warranty for a period of 1 year (12 months) from the date of purchase. Minelab recommends using an Authorised Service Centre to avoid potentially damaging the waterproof seal and voiding the detector warranty.

EQUINOX 600 and EQUINOX 800 batteries are not compatible with the EQUINOX 700 or EQUINOX 900.

CHARGING FROM A USB POWER BANK

You can charge your EQUINOX detector by using a USB power bank when detecting on land, without any limitations. However, the detector must not be used underwater whilst charging or when connected to a power bank.

If the EQUINOX battery is flat connecting to a power bank will allow you to continue to use the detector. If there is spare capacity in the power bank it will both power and charge the detector.

Typical runtime, from a full charge using wired headphones, is approximately 12 hours. The EQUINOX Series detectors can also be powered directly from any USB Power Bank that supports 0.5A or 2A (@ 5V) output capability. This effectively gives a continuous runtime only limited by the power banks being used.

Longevity for all batteries depends on a number of factors that are often controllable to some degree by the user; such as temperature, charge levels when stored, charge cycles etc. The most common cause of reduced life of Li-ION batteries is keeping a fully charged battery at elevated temperatures.

As with all components used in our detectors, we stringently source only modern high quality components from responsible vendors. We do not expect users to experience any battery issues over years of use. Our experience with the CTX 3030 and GPZ 7000 detectors which both use Li-ION batteries is that the vast majority of users have never needed to purchase a replacement battery.

Yes. If the detector is being used, when powered by a USB power bank, the battery may charge at a slower rate if there is enough spare capacity in the power bank.

Yes. Connecting your Equinox to a power bank will allow you to continue to use it even if the battery is low/flat. The power bank will charge the detector, which will continue operating as normal.

Yes. It is good practice to wash the detector with clean fresh water after detecting in water or on the beach. Never use abrasives or solvents to clean the detector.

Whenever washing or using your detector underwater always ensure that the plastic bung on the rear of the control pod is firmly screwed into the headphone jack.

No. It is not necessary to lubricate or grease any part of the detector, including the waterproof seals. Using any petroleum-based grease will damage the waterproof seals and void the warranty.

If deep wading or fully submerged, we recommend using only Minelab Waterproof EQUINOX Headphones. These have a specially engineered connector that forms a waterproof seal when used with the EQUINOX. These headphones are available as an accessory from your local Minelab authorised dealership (Part Number: 3011-0372)