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changing id numbers when pinpointing

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Pondmn

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Just got a xt70 and really like it so far. Still learning. A problem arises when I get a target id such as 42 for example. When I start to pinpoint and get the double ring the numbers sometime change to a negative number such as a -8. What am I doing wrong. I am using preset fact coin mode with auto ground balance. Any help appreciated. Jerry
 
Move the coil side to side slightly, like a small wiggle.

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BarnacleBill
 
the double ring you talked about might be a target that's very close to the coil. The next time it happens, see if you can lift the coil a little bit and pinpoint it better.
As far as the numbers jumping around, that's usually a good indications that you may be targeting iron. I usually turn 90 degrees and try the target again. If it moves, I don't dig it, because it's mostly likely iron. Having said that, target ID should be used to get a general idea of a target because they rarely "lock" on a number consistently across the entire width and length of the coil. Nothing wrong with your detector if it does this.
 
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