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We propose to examine the main errors made by novice users of the Intronic when working with the device. The first point to highlight is the manufacturer's recommendation - even with extensive experience with other programs, begin your acquaintance with the Intronic using the first factory program. It enables the detection of targets even on complex soil, helps to understand the fundamental principles of interaction with the device, to get accustomed to the sound signals and visualization methods used, and to acquire skills in compensating for ground effects.

Error 1: Incorrect sensor adaptation. When performing this operation, it is essential to ensure maximum stillness of the device until its completion, i.e., until it exits the adaptation mode. Otherwise, even slight movements will cause the metal detector to read information about surrounding magnetic and conductive objects (soil, shovel, and video camera). This will subsequently lead to a decrease in the device's sensitivity and incorrect target identification.

Error 2: Failing to perform Ground Compensation (GC) when changing the search program. When switching search programs, performing GC is mandatory, as the device memorizes the GC parameters for each program. Ignoring this requirement leads to reduced stability and quality of the Intronic's performance, as well as degraded accuracy in target identification.

Error 3: Incorrect swing trajectory. It should be remembered that the best sensitivity and identification zone is located at the center of the search coil. Therefore, the center of found targets is determined by the detection channel for identification purposes, and then the indicators of the identification channel are evaluated. This same principle is used when conducting air tests. To obtain accurate data, the swing must be performed precisely at the center of the coil.

Error 4: Incorrect swing amplitude. The amplitude of the sensor's movement should correspond to its diameter and the size of the targets. With a swing that is too short or too long, the signal may completely disappear.

Error 5: Foreign objects within the sensor's sensitivity zone. During tests and device setup, any foreign objects (knives, watches, video cameras, etc.) should be removed from the sensor's sensitivity zone.

Error 6: Excess movements during GC. It is also important to remember the necessity of exiting the compensation mode before performing GC.

Error 7: Incorrect coil movements while scanning. When scanning, it is necessary to maintain a consistent gap from the coil's plane to the ground; otherwise, you will receive false triggers at the swing edges and incorrect identification.