XP DEUS II RC Metal Detector with 9 in FMF Coil, MI-6 Pinpointer and XP Backpack

The XP DEUS II RC package contains the DEUS II remote control with hip-mount case, the 22.5 cm (9 inch) round FMF coil, the S-Telescopic stem, an XP MI-6 wireless pinpointer and an XP Backpack 280. We recommend the DEUS II to experienced coin, relic, jewelry and beach hunters who want substantial control over how their detector responds. The MI-6 links wirelessly with the DEUS II for recovery, and the Backpack 280 carries the folded detector and accessories to the site. The 9 inch coil's smaller footprint makes closely spaced targets easier to separate.

What is in the box with this XP DEUS II RC bundle

XP's standard contents for the DEUS II RC with 9 inch coil

• XP DEUS II remote control with hip-mount case
• 22.5 cm (9 inch) round FMF search coil with coil cover
• S-Telescopic stem with lower stem
• Coil fitting hardware and connection clamp
• Aerial antenna with clip
• Gray cap and red diving cap for the remote
• Charging and update cable
• English manual and US charger

This XP DEUS II bundle also includes

• XP MI-6 wireless pinpointer with holster, strap and charging cable
• XP Backpack 280

The coil and remote in this XP DEUS II RC

9 inch coil: the 22.5 cm (9 inch) FMF coil has the smallest detection footprint of XP's 9, 11 and 13 x 11 inch FMF coils, which makes closely spaced targets easier to separate, and at 345 g it is lighter than the 11 inch (470 g) and 13 x 11 inch (570 g) coils.

DEUS II remote: every setting sits on the remote's screen, and you can mount the remote on the stem or wear it on your belt in the hip-mount case. Audio plays from the remote's own speaker, and any XP DEUS II headset can be paired with it. The remote is also the DEUS II control unit for wading and diving.

What the add-ons in this XP DEUS II RC bundle do

XP MI-6 pinpointer: the MI-6 pairs with the DEUS II remote over the DEUS II's wireless link. The detector's non-motion pinpoint narrows the spot from the surface, and the handheld pinpointer locates the target in the loose soil once the hole is open. XP lists 12 kHz, Pulse or Pitch audio and 3 sensitivity levels, and rates the MI-6 water resistant to 6 meters (20 feet), with its own 2-year warranty. See our XP pinpointers.

XP Backpack 280: the backpack carries the detector and accessories to the site and keeps them together between hunts. With no coil cable on the DEUS II there is nothing to wind up when you pack it, and the S-Telescopic stem folds down for the bag. See our XP carry bags, backpacks and cases.

About the XP DEUS II

What makes the XP DEUS II interesting is the amount of control it gives an experienced detectorist without giving up the light weight XP is known for: Fast Multi Frequency (FMF), adjustable Reactivity, detailed audio settings and a wireless design. Those capabilities matter most to experienced detectorists who want substantial control over how their detector responds. For someone who wants XP performance without the DEUS II's complexity, we would recommend the XP ICON or ICONX instead, and for natural gold in relatively manageable ground, the XP ORX with an appropriate HF coil is worth considering.

FMF processes several frequencies at the same time, which matters because different targets and ground conditions respond differently to different frequencies. The DEUS MONO program also runs any of 49 single frequencies from 4 to 45 kHz.

XP DEUS II programs and key settings

• Programs: 12 factory programs (General, Sensitive, Sensi FT, Fast, Park, Deep HC, DEUS MONO, Gold Field, Relic, Diving, Beach and Beach Sens) and 12 user slots for your own versions.
• Reactivity (9 levels, 0 to 5): XP's term for how quickly the detector responds to nearby targets. We would not use the fastest setting everywhere.
• Iron Volume (0 to 10): sets how loud iron signals are. Turning it down reduces the prominence of iron without throwing all of that information away.
• Audio: PWM and SQUARE audio, Multi Tones from 1 to 5 plus Pitch and Full Tones, Audio Response from 0 to 7, a threshold from 0 to 20 and a 4-band equalizer on each audio output.
• Ground balance, sensitivity and interference: Tracking, Grab or Manual ground balance (Manual in DEUS MONO only), sensitivity from 0 to 99, and a frequency shift and automatic frequency scan.
• Where to start: begin with a factory program before changing advanced settings, then learn Reactivity, ground balance, discrimination, Silencer and the difference between PWM and SQUARE audio.

Where the XP DEUS II works well, and where it does not

We would choose the DEUS II for demanding coin and relic hunting when advanced audio, target separation and customization matter, and for saltwater beaches. Picture a nineteenth-century farmhouse where square nails are scattered around an old foundation: we would start with General or Sensitive, then experiment with Reactivity and discrimination while listening carefully for repeatable non-ferrous responses between the iron signals. The DEUS II cannot reliably see through every nail, and iron masking is still a limitation. See more relic and treasure metal detectors. On an ocean beach, where wet salt sand produces a response of its own, the Beach and Beach Sens programs are designed for those conditions. For regular saltwater beach hunting, the DEUS II's FMF is a more suitable platform than the original XP DEUS. Black sand, severe mineralization and electrical interference can still affect performance. See our beach metal detectors.

Wading and diving with the XP DEUS II RC

XP rates the FMF coil IP68 to 20 meters (66 feet). The remote is rated to 20 meters only with its red cap fitted, which XP reserves for underwater use; with the gray cap it is rated to 1 meter. When the coil is submerged, the radio link needs the aerial antenna, so follow XP's instructions rather than assuming the ordinary wireless setup works under water. For underwater audio, XP specifies its BH-01 bone conduction headset, which plugs into the remote and is rated IP68 to 20 meters. The MI-6 is water resistant to 6 meters (20 feet). See our waterproof metal detectors.

XP DEUS II wireless design and charging

XP's own digital radio in the 2.40 to 2.48 GHz band links the coil, the control unit and XP's wireless headphones, so there is no external coil cable and the detector goes together quickly. The trade-off is separate rechargeable parts: each FMF coil's 700 mAh battery runs 8 to 20 hours depending on program and frequency. XP's manual warns that opening the detector or changing a battery yourself voids the warranty.

One mistake to avoid with the XP DEUS II

The mistake we warn new owners about is setting Reactivity and iron filtering too aggressively, then assuming every remaining response is a desirable target. Those adjustments can affect depth and target response.

XP DEUS II RC specifications

XP covers the DEUS II remote and coil for 5 years, parts and labor, from the original purchase. Batteries, chargers and connectors carry 2 years, as does the MI-6.

To compare configurations, see Which XP DEUS II to Buy. For our full XP DEUS II guide, settings advice and comparisons, see the XP DEUS II collection.