Nice way to break in the detector! As far as tips go...dig, dig, dig until you know how the detector responds to all types of different targets. From there you can start being a bit more choosy concerning what to dig and what not to dig.
Congratulations automan!
You will never forget your first ring and on the first day out to boot!
Hope you have many more day like today!
Look forward to your posts and pictures of treasures.........