dog training collars remote controlled · 6 easy to use transmitter. all intensity level...

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1250 E. 223rd Street, Suite 119Carson, CA 90745

Tel :(310) 522 -1800Fax :(310) 522 -1805Web Site : www.dogtra.comToll Free:1-888-811-9111

REMOTE CONTROLLED DOG TRAINING COLLARS

OWNER’S MANUAL

Web Site : www.dogtra.com

OVERVIEW

MAIN FEATURES

PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTHSTATEMENTS

COLLAR PACKAGE CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS

BUTTON FUNCTION

DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR PARTS

BATTERY CHARGER

CHARGING THE BATTERIES

TESTING YOURCOLLARS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

ACCESSORIES

WARRANTY AND REPAIR INFORMATION

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CONTENTS

Pressing the Constant” button causes thecollar to emit electrical stimulation that stayson for up to twelve seconds as long as thebutton is held down. Constant” stimulation isused as a reserve high to stop unsafe behaviorssuch as chasing animals or cars.

Pressing the Pager button causes thedog s collar to vibrate like a phone pager.It allows you to train with a non-electrical typeof stimulation. It’s a great attention getter.

All collars come complete with ahandheld transmitter, dog collar with receiver,battery charger, test light, operatinginstructions manual and carrying case.

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OVERVIEW

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OVERVIEW

training collars give you theability to communicate with your dog in atimely manner even when the dog is far awayfrom you. This makes it much easier for thedog to learn its lessons because late correctionsare very confusing to the dog.

remote collars offer threedifferent kinds of stimulation:

Pressing the Nick button causes a veryshort single pulse of electrical stimulation.It automatically shuts off in a fraction of asecond, no matter how long the button is helddown.

The Nick is used as a substitute for leashcorrections when the dog is off lead. It is mild but motivating!

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Easy to use transmitter.

All intensity level adjustments are made from adigital dial on the transmitter. The dial works likea rheostat, gradually increasing the intensity withno jumps between intensity levels.

Reliable stimulation effective for all types of dogsno matter how heavy the coat.

The has a one-mile range.

The “Pager” models offer non-electricalstimulation.

Two-dog models allow the trainer to control twodifferent dogs from one transmitter.

Waterproof collar receiver and transmitter.

No external antenna on the collar receiver.

User replaceable and rechargeable Ni-MHbatteries.

Over 3000 different identity codes to preventconflicts with other collars.

MAIN FEATURES

MAIN FEATURES

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PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTH STATEMENTS

collars use state-of-the-art micro-technology.

If the constant button is held down for morethan 12 seconds, an automatic power-downcircuit will activate.

A filtering system prevents unwantedreception from outside sources.

collars are intended for the sole usefor training dogs.

Dogs should be in good health during any e-collar training.

collars are not intended for use ondogs weighing less than 12 pounds or lessthan 6 months of age.

Discontinue use if signs of irritation begins toappear on the dog's skin around the neck caused by the rubbing action of the collarstrap and/or contact points.

Do not attempt to test collars onhumans or other animals.

PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTH STATEMENTS

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TRANSMITTER

DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS

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PACKAGE INCLUDES

Transmitter

Receiver (two collar receivers for two dog models)

Battery charger and splitter cable

Test light

Owner s manual

Carrying case

COLLARPACKAGE CONTENTS

Antenna

IndicatorLight

Nick Button

Toggle Switch

ConstantButton

Pager Button

Intensity Selection Dial

transmitter

indicates optional switch for 2 dog models

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TRANSMITTER

Selection Switch on the Two-DogModels

The two-dog models have a toggle switchon the face of the transmitter located above the“Nick” button. The toggle switch allows forselection of either collar.

Set the toggle switch on the orange positionto select the orange collar and the blackposition to select the black collar.

Black

Orange

TWO-DOG MODELS

Collarselectionswitch

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TRANSMITTER

Transmitter Antenna

A heavy-duty 6.5 antenna is supplied foruse on the transmitters.

The antenna should be screwed into the topof the transmitter to ensure that the signals aresent properly to the collar receiver and thatmaximum range is attained.

6.5 Antenna

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TRANSMITTER

Transmitter Battery Charging Receptacle

Located on the backside of the transmitter,the receptacle is covered by a rubber plug.Insert one end of the battery charging cableinto the receptacle to charge the battery.

(See Battery Charging Procedure.)

After charging is completed, close thereceptacle with its rubber plug to prevent dirtfrom getting inside.

TransmitterChargingReceptacle

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TRANSMITTER

Intensity Selection Dial

The intensity selection dial is located onthe top of the transmitter. One is the lowestsetting and one hundred is the highest.

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BUTTON FUNCTION

The transmitter for has twobuttons.

The top button gives “Nick” stimulation whenpressed. The bottom button gives “Constant”stimulation for as long as you press the buttonup to twelve seconds.

BUTTON FUNCTION

Constant

Nick

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TRANSMITTER

Transmitter Indicator Light (LED)

The transmitter indicator light is locatedby the intensity selection dial.

When a button on the transmitter ispushed, the red light comes on to indicatethat the transmitter is being activated.

If the indicator light emits a double blinkwhile the button is pressed, the battery needsto be recharged.

LED

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BUTTON FUNCTION

The transmitter for has threebuttons (two on the face of the transmitter and oneon the side).

On the face of the transmitter the top button givesa pre-measured “Nick” of stimulation when pressed.

The bottom or “Constant” button givesstimulation for as long as you hold down the buttonfor up to twelve seconds.

The button on the side is the “Pager” button.When pressed, the “Pager” button causes the collarreceiver to vibrate.

Nick

Constant

Pager

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BUTTON FUNCTION

Nick Button

When the Nick button is pushed, thereceiver emits an extremely short pulse ofelectrical stimulation that automatically shutsoff no matter how long you leave your fingeron the button. The Nick is mild butmotivating!

Constant Button

Pressing the “Constant” button givesstimulation for up to twelve seconds, at whichtime, the collar will turn off. The collar willreactivate when you push the button again.

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COLLAR

DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR PARTS

Collar

Power switchON/OFFPush button

Contact Points

Indicator Light

Battery ChargingReceptacle and Cover

Collar strap

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BUTTON FUNCTION

Nick Button

When the Nick button is pushed, the receiveremits an extremely short pulse of electricalstimulation that automatically shuts off no matterhow long you leave your finger on the button. TheNick is mild but motivating!

Constant Button

Pressing the “Constant” button givesstimulation for up to twelve seconds, at whichtime, the collar will turn off. The collar willreactivate when you push the button again.

Pager Button

Pressing the “Pager” button on the side of thetransmitter causes the collar to vibrate. It’s a greatway of communicating with your dog using non-electrical stimulation. It is useful as an attentiongetter, giving you added training finesse.

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COLLAR

Receiver Indicator Light (LED)

Located on the front of the collar, theindicator light comes on and blinks once every2 seconds after the collar is turned on.

The blinking will change from a single flashto a double flash when the collar needs to berecharged.

When the Constant button on thetransmitter is pushed, the collar indicator lightwill glow steadily for as long as you hold thebutton down, for up to twelve seconds. When the

Nick button is pushed, the light comes on for afraction of a second.

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COLLAR

ON/OFF Button

To turn the collar on, press the button onthe end of the receiver for one full second untilthe light comes on.

To turn the collar off, hold the button downfor one full second until the red light goes off.

A delay has been built into the on/off switchso the dog cannot turn the collar off by accident.

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COLLAR

Receiver Battery Charging Receptacle

On the inside of the collar, next to the collarstrap, is a battery charging receptacle with arubber cover plug.

Internal Antenna

The has no externalantenna on the collar. The Antenna is inside thecollar receiver.

Receiver Charging Receptacle

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COLLAR

Contact Points

The collar should be fitted so that thestainless steel contact points press firmly againstthe dog s skin.

A loose fit can allow the collar to movearound on the dog s neck. When this happens thecontact points may rub the skin and causeirritation. If the collar is too loose, electricalcontact will be inconsistent and your correctionswill be inconsistant also.

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uses Ni-MH (Nickel-Metal-Hydride) batteries that do not set a memory andcan be charged on a regular basis without harmto the battery. There is no need to completelydrain the batteries between charges.

1. Charge the batteries for 14 hours before using the collar for the first time.

2. Do not charge the batteries near any flammable substances.


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BATTERY CHARGER

The battery charger and charging cables allowyou to charge both the transmitter and receiver atthe same time.

The battery charger is designed for a 110 voltwall outlet. (European 220 volt AC chargers and12-volt field charger for your automobile are alsoavailable).

To use the battery charger for the two-dogunit, combine both sets of battery chargingcables as shown. This enables you to charge thetransmitter and both receivers at the same time.

BATTERY CHARGER

Charging Cable

110 voltCharger

Two-dog unit only

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Battery charging procedure

1. Attach the charging cables to both the transmitter and receiver(s), as shown on page 25.

2. Plug the charger into a 110-volt wall outlet asif using the accessory field charger plug into acigarette lighter. (Use 220-volt European charger for Europe)When properly plugged in, all indicator lightsshould glow red.

The receiver automatically turns off when youinsert the charging cable into the batterycharging receptacle on the receiver.

3. After charging, cover the battery charging receptacles with the rubber plugs on thetransmitter and receiver.

4. Battery is fully charged with a 14-hour charge.

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3. Fully charge the batteries for 14 hours if the collar is to be stored without use for a period ofa month or more.

4. Recharge the battery if - the indicator light on the collar is emitting a

double blink every 2 seconds,- the indicator light on the transmitter or

receiver will not come on,- the indicator light on the transmitter or

receiver comes on momentarily but will notstay on when the “Constant” button is pushed.

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TESTING

2. Place the test light on the receiver contactpoints and hold it there.

3. Set the transmitter intensity dial to level one hundred and push the Constant button.

4. Watch the test light as you push the Constant button on the transmitter.

It should glow brightly. As a safety feature thecollar will automatically turn off after twelveseconds. To reactivate, release the button forone second and the collar will reset.

5. Push the Nick button. The test light shouldlight for just a moment.

6. Change the intensity dial to level fifty andrepeat the test. The test light should glowdimmer.

NOTE : It is normal for the test light not to comeon if the intensity level is set below level ten.

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TESTING

1. Turn the power switch on by pressing the button on the end of the collar receiver for onesecond. The indicator light will come on for amoment then blink once every two seconds,showing that the collar is ready to use. (If thered indicator light emits a double blink everytwo seconds, the batteries need to be charged.)

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OPERATING

Fitting the collar

The collar strap should be adjusted so that thecontact points are held firmly against the dog’sskin. If the collar is too loose, it can causeirritation from the contacts rubbing against theskin.

If the dog has a heavy coat, move the receiverup and down to work the contact points downinto the coat.

ATTENTION!

Avoid having the dog wear the collar withthe contact points in the same place for morethan two hours at a time. Leaving the pointson the same spot for extended periods of timecan cause skin irritation. If the dog is to wearthe e-collar for long periods, occasionallyreposition the collar so that the contact pointsare moved to a different spot on the dog’sneck.

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TESTING

Testing the Pager Feature:

If you have a dogtra collar with the pagerfeature, push the “Pager” button while holdingthe receiver in your hand. You should feel thecollar vibrate.

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Intensity selection

To select the intensity level, start on numberone. Gradually increase the level until you get aresponse from the dog that would be equivalentto a quick pull of “POP” with a leash.

Remember that you will need to adjust thesetting as the dog’s attitude changes, especiallyduring times of increased excitement ordistraction.

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Maintenance

Always clean and rinse the collar thoroughlywith tap water after use in salt water.

The receiver and collar strap should beperiodically cleaned with alcohol or detergentand water to prevent malfunction. Remove thecontact points and clean the area beneath thestrap.

The following items may be purchasedseparately

Dummy Collar

A dummy collar is recommended for usewith very sensitive dogs to get them used to thesize and weight of the collar.

European Charger

Designed for use with 220V AC electricaloutlets in Europe.

Field Charger

Designed for use with the 12-volt cigarettelighter in your car.

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ACCESSORIES

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MAINTENANCE

Reception

The collar has a range of onemile. Depending on the way you use yourtransmitter, the transmitting range may vary.

You will have extended if you hold thetransmitter away from your body when you pushthe button.

Maximum Range

Typical Range

Minimum Range

If your finger touches the antenna near thedial on the top of the transmitter, the actualrange may be reduced, while you push thebutton on the transmitter

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REPAIR

Out of Warranty Repair

For repair work that is no longer covered bywarranty, the cost of repair will include parts,labor and shipping. Write a note brieflyexplaining the problem. Include your name,address, city/state/zip code, daytime phonenumber and evening phone number.

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WARRANTY

Warranty Repair

provides the original purchasera one year limited warranty on parts and labor fromthe date of the original purchase. The warranty doesnot cover failure resulting from damage, abuse orloss of parts. The warranty is void if the unit hasbeen altered or an unauthorized person has attemptedwork.

A copy of the sales receipt showing purchasedate is required before warranty work is begun.

Write a note briefly explaining the problem andinclude your name, address, city/state/zip code,daytime and evening phone numbers.

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