Garrett Vortex VX9

Description   The Professional’s Model. More Powerful than the VX7   VX9: The Professional’s model. Full three-tiered MD-MF Target ID display (including two ferrous scales to help identify unwanted iron trash). Includes Multi-Salt and additional frequency choices. Additional Recovery Speed controls. FAST Mode for competition hunts and high-trash search areas. THIN COINS Mode for detecting fine, lower conductive coins such as hammered silver and thin gold coins.     Full Three-tiered MD_MF Target ID Scale When operating in Multi-Frequency, the VX9’s Target ID system displays a non-ferrous scale and two ferrous scales to help identify unwanted iron trash. Complex targets may indicate on both scales simultaneously. More target information . . . so you can make better dig decisions!     Thin Coins Mode Perfect setting made specifically for going after small thin coins – hammered silvers, tiny ancient gold coins, etc. Faster recovery speed. Enhanced Response on select Target ID range. Target Response reduced for common ferrous items and high-tone targets.     Fast Mode Designed for use in trashy areas, where abundant trash can mask adjacent coins. Also ideal for use in competition hunts. Includes fast recovery speed and reduced iron volume.     3 Levels of Recovery Speed control Choose from three recovery speeds. Increased recovery/reactivity speed helps you more clearly distinguish adjacent targets. A great benefit for competition hunts and for hunt sites filled with metallic trash that might otherwise mask good targets.     Includes Beach Mode and Multi-Frequency Salt Operation Utilize the power of MD-MF Technology and Multi-Salt operation. Smooth operation and deep Target ID accuracy along wet salt beaches and in the surf. Fully submersible to 16 feet.     Wireless Ready! Built-in Z-Lynk wireless technology means you can search without cords attached to your detector. Garrett MS-3 Z-Lynk headphones and other Z-Lynk accessories sold separately     Seven Frequency Options Choose from five powerful single frequencies (5 kHz, 9 kHz, 13 kHz, 18 kHz, or 25 kHz) or search with one of two Vortex simultaneous Multi-Frequency options (the traditional Multi or Multi-Frequency Salt for saltwater beach use).     Search Mode Versatility Choose from 7 options: Thin Coins Mode Fast Mode Zero Discrimination Beach Mode Standard M0ode (Ideal for hunting relics, jewelry and most international coins) US Coins Mode Custom Mode     Iron Volume Control what you hear Iron Volume allows you to decrease the volume of ferrous (iron) targets, while the volume of non-ferrous targets remains at normal level. Experienced treasure hunters often like hearing all targets, but will appreciate the option to decrease the volume of undesired items. Eight adjustment levels.     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!     Submesible to 16 Feet (5 Meters) Search streams, lakes, and the ocean coast with your Vortex.     Search with Confidence Fast Target Recovery Speed (3 settings) 5-Tone Audible Target ID Excellent Detection Depth and Target ID Accuracy Backlit LCD for Night Operation 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