New Algoforce 1.1.2 Firmware Update Now Available

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NOTICE - Announcing AlgoForce E1500 Software Update V1.1.2

Software Version 1.1.2 was released on 23/08/2024. The v1.1.2 software update introduces Pulse Delay Options for Large Detection Mode, allowing users to optimize detection for various object sizes and reduce mineralization noise. It includes three Pulse Delay settings: Pulse Delay 1 (maintains previous performance), Pulse Delay 2 (filters very small objects), and Pulse Delay 3 (focuses on larger items).

Additional updates feature a new settings menu access method, an independent pinpoint sensitivity setting, an optimized pinpoint user interface, and adjusted target ID mapping. These enhancements improve detection accuracy, stability, and user experience.

What's New in v1.1.2?

1. Introduction of Pulse Delay Options for Large Detection Mode

1.1 What is Pulse Delay?

The Pulse Delay Options allow users to select the time delay between the transmitted pulse and the reception of the return signal. After the primary pulse is transmitted, the detector waits for a short period before it starts to listen for the secondary pulse generated by the metal object. This waiting period is known as the pulse delay.

Shorter Delay: Detects weaker signals from smaller objects.

Longer Delay: Filters out signals from small, less conductive objects, focusing on larger items. Reduces mineralization noise in high mineralization areas for more stable and accurate detection.

1.2 Pulse Delay Options:

Large (Pulse Delay 1): Maintains the performance of the Large Detection Mode in previous software versions.

Large (Pulse Delay 2): Filters out signals from very small objects, focusing on larger items. Audio response is rounded and elongated.

Large (Pulse Delay 3): Filters out signals from small objects, focusing on larger items. Audio response is rounded and elongated.

Note: Large (Pulse Delay 2) and Large (Pulse Delay 3) can be used to ignore small lead pellets for nugget detecting or small foils for beach detecting.

2. Additional Updates in v1.1.2

2.1 Settings Menu Access

To access the settings menu, briefly press the Return/Auto Frequency Scan Button in the Main Detection UI instead of the Right/Auto Ground Balance Button used in previous versions. To exit the settings menu, press the Return/Auto Frequency Scan Button again. This change prevents users from accidentally entering the settings menu when attempting to perform Auto Ground Balance.

2.2 Independent Pinpoint Sensitivity Setting

An independent pinpoint sensitivity setting enables precise tuning specifically for pinpointing metal objects without affecting the main detection sensitivity. This separation ensures that while the main detection sensitivity is set for general detection, the pinpoint sensitivity can be finely adjusted for the accurate location of metal targets.

2.3 Optimized Pinpoint User Interface

In Pinpoint mode, the detector now tracks the target signal peak. When the target signal reaches 90% of this peak, the pinpoint icon on the top center of the LCD screen will flash, helping users center on targets more efficiently. If the coil is moved off the target and the signal volume decreases, the flashing stops. Moving back over the target resumes the flashing. As in previous software releases, pressing the Left/Pinpoint Button retunes the detection threshold due to ground variation or temperature drift. In v1.1.2, pressing this button also resets the target signal peak to zero.

2.4 Adjusted Target ID Mapping

Software version v1.1.2 restores the high target ID resolution for small targets that was slightly reduced in v1.1.1 compared to v1.1.0 and earlier versions. With target ID mapping based on the Ultra-Fine detection mode in v1.1.0, it delivers high resolution for small targets, helping users distinguish between lead pellets and small gold nuggets. Additionally, v1.1.2 ensures consistent target IDs across various soil types, detection modes, and pulse delay options.

Please follow the Software Upgrade Instructions on page 16 of the user manual to upgrade the software. You can also watch Simon's demonstration on YouTube.

IMPORTANT: After the software upgrade, it is crucial to perform a factory reset.

You can download it, along with the new manual to suit here

[JCR]

Those are some very well thought out improvements.

[phrunt]

@mn90403 This firmware is one you would benefit from installing.

[中国 张]

 加油！Come on, be optimistic about E1500

[mn90403]

I've just had my computer stop working and wanted to update my Algo.  I've discovered that you can't use the downloader with a Chromebook.

[phrunt]

6 minutes ago, mn90403 said:

I've just had my computer stop working and wanted to update my Algo.  I've discovered that you can't use the downloader with a Chromebook.

Nope, it's for Windows PC's not Android, you'll need to find a computer to use it on.

[mn90403]

Well, the computer powered down all the way and restarted from 'new' and I was able to recover but it is time for a new computer!

I did get out with the Algo and put on the 8" Commander and what a difference in weight from the 12" Evo.  I didn't really get a chance to use it much but I did show it to Kevin Hoagland and he liked it much better with the Commander too.

[phrunt]

4 minutes ago, mn90403 said:

Well, the computer powered down all the way and restarted from 'new' and I was able to recover but it is time for a new computer!

I did get out with the Algo and put on the 8" Commander and what a difference in weight from the 12" Evo.  I didn't really get a chance to use it much but I did show it to Kevin Hoagland and he liked it much better with the Commander too.

The new MkII Sadie is seeming like a good choice for it, similar guts to the 12x6" GPX X-coil, I was disappointed with the first edition Sadie on it, sounds like the MKII Sadie is the way to go with good reports from owners on the Algoforce.