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$99.95

The New LUMBER WIZARD III
Precision Metal Detector For Locating Nails, Screws
And Other Metal Inside New and Recycled Wood.

Our Most Powerful Woodworking Detector
Instantly Locates Metal Inside Recycled Wood, New Wood or Timber

Additional Tips For Using the Little Wizard

Wizard Detectors Warranty


Technical Support:

It is very important to know... that the while Wizard Detectors are very powerful and sensitive, they do not detect every size of metal. Please use good judgement and common sense when detecting. Very small metal objects can be missed under certain circumstances. Also direction and depth of metal objects along with density of material can cause various detection ranges. Careful scanning and visual inspection are necessary. Metal detectors are simply aids in detection and should not be thought of as a guarantee to locate every metal object.

Product Knowledge and Tuning Instructions


Wizard Detectors are covered by warranty for one year from date of purchase. If you have a decetor that is not functioning properly please follow the instructions below. Doing so will prevent a loss of time in use. If your detector does not function after the adjustments below are made please call our toll free customer support line at 888-346-3826. We will help you to make adjustments or issue a return authorization number so that you can return non-functioning detectors to be replaced.

Please note that returns can take up to 10 days. Tuning should always be attempted before returning in order to save time.


Some things you should know about metal detectors.


False or erratic detection problems can be solved by learning about the aspects below and by the instructions for your model of detector:

When the detector is in a cold environment (below 40 degrees) they may become erratic or be caused to beep constantly. This is due to moisture content of the air that causes metal detectors to have less ability to generate and receive a magnetic signal. The detector will function better in temperatures above 40 degrees. If you need to use your detector in a temperature below 40 degrees it may be necessary to place the unit in a warm environment such as a location of normal room temperature for a period of a half hour to one hour depending on the moisture content and temperature.

False signal problems can usually be overcome is adjusting the unit for ground balance.

Ground Balancing. What are we actually doing when we ground balance a detector? Ground balance can be described as compensating for the phase shift of the detectors "received coil signal" because of the affects of average ground mineralization. The two basic components of a metal detectors operation is signal is amplitude, and phase response. These two components work together to cause a metal detector to signal when it is in contact with metal. The signal is generated when a detector recognizes a variance in magnetic waves that are generated by the detectors coil. When a shift in a detectors magnetic field is present the detector will emit a beeping tone.

Ground mineralization will affect the detectors settings and can cause false or erratic signals. Ground balance issues will be evident because the detector will go quiet or may respond (beep) when there is no real target evident. When ground balancing there is not supposed to be any target (metal objects) present. To tune your detector for proper ground balance follow the instructions below for your model of detector

If there are a lot of metallic objects around you or you are in a location that has heavy mineralization either a loss in depth or excessive false signals may be experienced while operating the detector. Also if the ground-balance is adjusted so the detector gets quieter and the unit beeps when it is rotated to a different position either up and down or rotated left or right (mostly to the southern direction due to the polar fields), the unit in some cases may give false signals when the coil is swept over a surface. In some instances it may be necessary to have the detector facing in one particular direction (a direction that allows the detector to beep only when in contact with metal).

These factors are not a flaws in the detector, believe it or not having control over the ground balance rather than having it "preset" at the factory will help you in locating buried shot. Every single metal detector made is affected by ground balance and the Earth's polar fields.

Getting accustomed to your detectors sensitivity and proper tuning adjustments will help you in locating shot much easier.


Fine Tuning your Little Wizard II

If your Little Wizard is not functioning correctly
please follow the instructions below.


(June. 01, 02)
Fine Tuning: The Little Wizard can easily be fine-tuned or adjusted to your environmental conditions (ground-balance, humidity, etc.). Follow this procedure if your Little Wizard is displaying any of the following problems: doesn't beep, continuously beeps, works intermittently, not sensitive enough, or if you cannot set a working point. Turn the unit on by rotating the on/off/adjustment dial about half way. If the unit IS beeping, rotate the adjustment screw counter-clockwise until the beeping just stops. If the unit IS NOT beeping, rotate the adjustment screw clockwise until the beeping starts, then back off just to where the beeping stops. The unit is now fine-tuned. Test the unit on some visible metal to verify that it is working properly.

Little Wizard II
Fine Tuning Screw

Figure 1. Fine Tuning Screw

If, after following these instructions, your Little Wizard is still not working properly, call us at 888-346-3826 or email info@wizarddetectors.com.


Fine Tuning your Little Wizard Original Model

If your Little Wizard is not functioning correctly
please follow the instructions below.


(Nov. 01, 01)

 
The Little Wizard can easily be fine-tuned or adjusted to your environmental conditions. Follow this procedure if your Little Wizard is displaying any of the following problems:
Doesn't Beep
Continuously Beeps
Works Intermittently
Doesn't Detect Metal
Cannot Adjust Working Point


First, make sure you are using a good battery. Battery problems account for the vast majority of problems seen with the Little Wizard.

1. Remove the battery cover and battery.
2. Remove the Cover Retaining Screw, located in the center of the underside of the unit. Use a small phillips head screwdriver (Figure 1).
3. Remove the cover, by lifting slowly from the battery end.
4. Locate the internal Fine Adjustment screw, located near the battery end of the circuit board. It is a round white knob with a cross shaped in the middle (for a phillips head screwdriver). (Figure 2)
5. Attach a good working battery.
6. Support the battery and the unit in one hand, and hold the unit away from any metal.
7. Turn the unit on by rotating the on/off/adjustment dial about half way.
8. If the unit IS beeping, rotate the internal adjustment screw counter-clockwise until the beeping just stops. (Figure 3)
9. If the unit IS NOT beeping, rotate the internal adjustment screw clockwise until the beeping starts, then back off just to where the beeping stops.
10. Test the unit by passing the detector head over a piece of visible metal.
11. Turn the unit off, and disconnect the battery.
12. Replace the cover: Connect the cover to the base at the detector head end first, then close the cover. Tighten the cover retaining screw.
13. Re-connect the battery and replace the battery cover.

The unit is now fine-tuned for your environmental conditions.

Additional Tips For Using the Little Wizard
Figure 1. Cover Retaining Screw
Figure 2. Location of Internal Fine Adjustment Screw
Figure 3. Internal Fine Adjustment Screw - with battery connected, and unit turned on to half-way, rotate adjustment screw until the unit just stops beeping. (See instructions).

If, after following these instructions, your Little Wizard is still not working properly, call us at
888-346-3826 or email info@wizarddetectors.com.

Fine Tuning your Lumber or Security Wizard
If your Lumber or Security Wizard is not functioning correctly
please follow the instructions below.


(Nov. 15, 01)

Operating Instructions:
Hold the Security Wizard at least 24" from any metal, and press the on/off button located on top of the handle. For activation the unit must be held at least 24" from any metal. Using the adjustment knob in front of the handle, adjust until the point where the sound stops. The “on” light will flash to indicate the unit is on and ready to use. Test the unit by passing the Wizard over a a small, visible piece of metal. An alert should sound. This is the "working point” of the unit.
The adjustment knob is used to set the working point of the Security Wizard. This allows you to compensate for differences in temperature and humidity, which can affect readings. During extended operation, use the adjustment knob to change the working point as needed.

Coarse Adjustment:
If you are unable to find the working point (the point at which the tone just stops) using the adjustment knob alone, or if your Wizard continuously beeps, the unit may need a coarse tuning adjustment. To adjust the coarse tuning turn the unit on with the adjustment knob turned about half way. While holding the unit away from any metal, use a small screwdriver to turn the adjustment screw (figure 3), located on top of the unit just above the adjustment knob. Turn the screw to the point where the tone stops. Then, each time you use the unit, set the working point using the adjustment knob, as per the normal use instructions above.

Detecting Metal:
For best detection sweep the Security Wizard in an up and down pattern at least 1/2" from the surface to be scanned. The detector coil area is the last 7” of the unit farthest from the handle. When passed over metal objects the unit will make a high pitched tone (if Audio Alert is turned on), or vibrate (if the Vibration Alert is turned on), and a red LED will also glow. The pitch will increase as you move the unit closer to metal. To pinpoint the exact location of metal sweep the Security Wizard slowly until a continuous tone is heard.

Alerts:
The Vibration Alert and Audio Alerts can be turned on (button depressed) or off (button raised) independently using the buttons in front of the on/off switch. Battery life is extended by turning off the Vibration Alert.
When scanning is complete, press the “On/Off” button to turn the unit off.

Headphone Jack: (Security Wizard Only)
The Security Wizard also includes an earphone jack on the left side of the handle. Use an earphone or headphone with a standard 3/32” mono submini plug. The earphone works even when Audio and Vibration alerts are turned off. (Earphone / headphone not included)

Specifications:
Types of Metal Detected: Responds equally well to all types of metal, steel, stainless steel, zinc, magnesium, and aluminum. Helps locate guns, knives, blades, and any metallic object.

Electronics: Unit operates with an automatic tuning transmit/receive circuit. Provides precision detection pattern which helps prevent false alarms.
Dimensions: Length 18”, Width 21/2”, Height 1 1/8” at sensor, 2” at handle, Weight: 13 oz.

Power Requirements: One nine volt alkaline battery (not included). We use and recommend DuracellTM Alkaline batteries.

Alert Indicators: Switchable Piezo Tone Audio Alert, Vibration Alert and LED Light Alert can are used to indicate the presence of metal.





Loading/Changing the Battery:

The battery compartment is located at the end of the handle. To open the battery compartment, push the battery cover upward using your fingernail or a coin in the groove at the base of the cover. Slide the tray completely out of the handle. Place a nine volt alkaline battery in the tray, with the battery terminals protruding through the slots in the end of the tray (figure 1). The negative battery terminal protrudes through the larger slot, the positive through the smaller slot. Slide the tray back into the handle until it snaps into place (figure 2).



Wizard Detectors Warranty