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Comment on Minelab E-Trac vs Whites Spectra V3: End of the Debate by Jeremy Harris

Jeremy Harris — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:26:10 +0000

@Bob S: Thanks for that in-depth pros/cons list!

Comment on Minelab E-Trac vs Whites Spectra V3: End of the Debate by Bob S

Bob S — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:22:59 +0000

I own both, here’s my observations……

Whites V3/V3i:

Pros:
Lighter
Far Superior Display (readable in any light condition)
Wireless Headphone Option available
Better Depth Indication / easier to read
3 Methods to Analyse target
Complexity of adjustments – allows far greater setup possibilities
Multiple frequency operation w/ Selectable frequency operation
Mixed mode audio possible (all metal + tone id)
Greater number of tones for target identification

Cons:
Rod adjustment a pain (spring pins)
Far more suceptible to EMI and Ground conditions causing flakiness
Pinpointing without using dedicated pinpoint mode not as accurate
Complexity of adjustments – can cause confusion

E-Trac:

Pros:
Greater Target ID possibilities (FE + CO vs VDI)
Exceptional pinpointing in search mode
Super stable in all EMI and ground conditions
Less complex controls – easier to grab and go
Easier discrimination adjustment
Higher resolution descrimination
Super easy Rod lenght adjustment (slide lock)
Multiple frequency operation – no selection

Cons:
Heavy
LCD difficult to read in some light conditions (backlight not effective)
Depth indication difficult to read
Less complex controls – not as many configurable options
Only two basic modes of operation: search / pinpoint
Cannot be placed in single frequency operation
single mode audio only

Comment on About by Tom S.

Tom S. — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:28:19 +0000

I can certainly understand that. Do you have an RSS link on your blog so I can receive notifications when you do get a chance to post?

Also, if/when you get a chance, check out our newly released Satellite Treasure Maps website (@ https://satellitetreasuremaps.com). I’ve been fortunate to be a small part in seeing this data come to life. We’re excited to share what we’ve created w/other Treasure Hunters. Let me know what you think. You can write me directly @ hunter@satellitetreasuremaps.com.

Thanks,
Tom

Comment on About by Jeremy Harris

Jeremy Harris — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 21:47:49 +0000

Thank you for your interest Tom. I’m sorry I haven’t updated in quite some time. I am active duty U.S. Navy and have a lot of time lately going out to sea. I’ll work on keeping it updated, or if you are interested in guest posting I am open to that as well.

Comment on About by Tom S.

Tom S. — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 18:45:13 +0000

I saw you on Twitter, but no new entries for quite a while.

That led me to you blog, which I’ve enjoyed. I’d love to see more & a RSS feed if you have one. Please let me know if/when you plan on making new entries.

Keep up the good work.

Thanks,
Tom S.