Description VX5 The entry Vortex model is loaded with features and provides fast, fixed Recovery Speed on adjacent targets. Fully waterproof to 16 feet (5m). Single and Multi-Frequency options. Single-tier MD-MF Target ID scale. Three audio tones. Lightweight and Collapsible! Compacts to 24.75″ (62.86 cm) and extends to 56.75″ (144.14 cm) Weight: 3 lbs. (1.38 kg) with coil cover installed. MD-MF Technology Explained The world’s first fully upgradeable waterproof detector series! As your skills increase, you can opt to convert your VX-5 to a VX-7 or VX-9 model with software updates. Each Vortex model upgrade includes additional operating frequencies, more advanced features, and more power! Two Frequency Options Choose a powerful single frequency (13 kHz) or search with Vortex’s simultaneous Multi-Frequency option to achieve excellent detection on all targets in all soils. Search Mode Versatility Choose from 4 options: Zero Discrimination Standard M0ode (Ideal for hunting relics, jewelry and most international coins) US Coins Mode Custom Mode Submesible to 16 Feet (5 Meters) Search streams, lakes, and the ocean coast with your Vortex. Search with Confidence Fast Target Recovery Speed Excellent Detection Depth and Target ID Accuracy Backlit LCD for Night Operation 3-Tone Audible Target ID Lightweight and Collapsible Rechargable Battery Built in litium battery provides approximately 15 hours of search time per charge Easy-Access Powerful Menu Options Hi-Resolution Ground Balance 175 points of ground balance resolution, ranging from ferrous ground to saltwater. Volume Control For both the built-in speaker and headphones. Eight Sensitivity/Depth Adjustments Iron Audio Garrett’s unique feature helps to correctly identify complex iron objects, such as bottlecaps and steel washers. Seven Search Modes Pinpoint Frequency Shift Use to reduce noise or electrical interference (EMI) Backlight Illuminate your LCD screen to see target information at night. Vortex Series Comparison Chart Vortex VX5 Vortex VX7 Vortex VX9 MD-MF One Target ID Scale 2-tier Target ID Scales 3-tier Target ID Scales Target ID Scale (0-99) Frequencies 13 khz, Multi-Freq. 5, 13 kHz, Multi-Freq., 5, 9, 13, 18, 25 kHz, Multi Salt Multi-Freq., Multi-Salt Search Modes Zero, Standard, USA Zero, Standard, USA Zero, Standard, Coins, Custom Coins, Beach, Custom USA Coins, Thin Coins, Beach, Custom, Fast Bottlecap Reject (MF function) Fixed Yes Yes Iron Boundary (MF function) Fixed Fixed Yes Notch Discrimination Yes Yes Yes High-Resolution Iron Discrimination Yes Yes Yes Sensitivity settings 8 8 8 Variable Recovery Speed Fixed Yes: 2 settings Yes: 3 settings Z-Lynk Wireless No Yes Yes Channel (EMI Reduction) Yes Yes Yes Increased sensitivity/depth No Yes Yes Auto Ground Balance Yes Yes Yes Number of Tones 3 3, 5 3, 5 Volume Control Yes Yes Yes Iron Audio™ Yes Yes Yes Iron Volume No Yes Yes Button Lock (Dive Mode) Yes Yes Yes Pinpoint Yes Yes Yes LCD Backlight Yes Yes Yes Battery Condition Indicator Yes Yes Yes Length (Adjustable) 24.75″ to 56.75″ 24.75″ to 56.75″ 24.75″ to 56.75″ Total Weight (with 8.5″ x 11″ coil) 3 lbs (1.38 kgs) 3 lbs (1.38 kgs) 3 lbs (1.38 kgs) Fully Waterproof to 16 ft (5m) 16 ft (5m) 16 ft (5m) Warranty 3 Years, Limited Parts/Labor 3 Years, Limited Parts/Labor 3 Years, Limited Parts/Labor Updateable / Upgradeable Yes Yes Yes
