DOG TRAINING COLLARS REMOTE CONTROLLED · DOG TRAINING COLLARS OWNER’S MANUAL 2006-1 CONTENTS MAIN FEATURES PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTH ... Reliable stimulation effective for all

Copyright c 2006 Dogtra Company

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

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REMOTE CONTROLLED DOG TRAINING COLLARS

OWNER’S MANUAL

www.dogtra.com2006-

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CONTENTS

MAIN FEATURES

PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTHSTATEMENTS

COLLAR PACKAGE CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS

DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR / RECEIVERPARTS

BATTERY CHARGER

CHARGING THE BATTERIES

TESTING YOURCOLLAR

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

ACCESSORIES

WARRANTY AND REPAIR INFORMATION

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Easy-to-use transmitter.

All intensity level adjustments are madefrom a digital dial on the transmitter. There are 8 intensity levels. Level one is thelowest and level eight is the highest.

Reliable stimulation effective for all types ofdogs - no matter how heavy the coat.

The has a one-milerange.

Waterproof collar receiver and transmitter.

No external antenna on the collar receiver.

Rechargeable, user - replaceable 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

Safety for your dogStudies conducted by animal health professionals at

Dogtra Company’s training facilities showed noadverse effects to the cardiovascular or nervous systemof dogs from e-collar stimulation. These studiesinvolved healthy dogs in a controlled environment.

Dogs should be in good health during any e-collartraining. Dogtra e-collars are not intended for use ondogs weighing less than 12 pounds or under 6 monthsof age.

Skin irritation can occur from prolonged wearing ofthe stainless steel contact points on the training collar.Most dogs will exhibit some type of irritation (pressurenecrosis) from prolonged contact of stainless steelcontact points. This is why it states in your owner’smanual:

Attention:

Avoid having the dog wear the collar with thecontact points in the same place for more than two hoursat a time. Leaving the contact points on the same spot foran extended period of time can cause skin irritation.If the dog is to wear the e-collar for long periods,occasionally reposition the collar so that the contactpoints are moved to a different spot on the dog’s neck.


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PACKAGE INCLUDES

Transmitter

Receiver(s)

Battery charger and splitter cable

Test light

Owner s manual

Carrying case

COLLARPACKAGE CONTENTS

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Proper e-collar usee-collars are intended for the sole

purpose of behavior modification of dogs. They arenot intended for human use or use on other animals.Dogtra Company does not assume any liability forimproper use of the Dogtra e-collar.

Aggressive dogsdoes not recommend using the e-collar to

correct dogs that are aggressive towards other dogsor people. In many such cases the dog will associatethe stimulation with the other dog or individual andbecome even more aggressive. Dog aggression isbest treated by a dog training specialist.

Interference with other electronic devices

Dogtra’s industry-leading technology filteringsystem ensures minimal interference with otherelectronic devices (cellular phones, security systems,etc.). Our digital microprocessor offers thousands ofunique codes to eliminate frequency match-up withother Dogtra e-collars.

Inadvertent activationIf the constant button is held down for 12

seconds or more the unit will automatically shutdown. It will reactivate when the button is released.

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TRANSMITTER

Transmitter Antenna

A heavy-duty 4 antenna is supplied withthe transmitter.

The antenna should be screwed into the top ofthe transmitter to ensure that the signals are sentproperly to the collar receiver and that maximumrange is attained.

4 Antenna

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TRANSMITTER

DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS

transmitter

Antenna

1st-dog Button 3rd-dog Button

4th-dog Button

IntensitySelection Dial

Indicator Light

Selector or Toggle Switch(Nick, Cont.)

2nd-dog Button

indicates optional switch for 4-dog models

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TRANSMITTER

Transmitter Battery Charging Receptacle

Located on the side of the transmitter, thereceptacle is covered by a rubber plug. Insert oneend of the battery charging cable into thereceptacle to charge the battery. (See BatteryCharging Procedure on page 24.)

After charging is completed, close thereceptacle with its rubber plug to make sure dirtor water does not get inside.

TransmitterChargingReceptacle

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TRANSMITTER

Intensity Selection Dial

The intensity selection dial is located on thetop of the transmitter: (1) being the lowest leveland (8) being the highest.

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TRANSMITTER

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BUTTON FUNCTION

The transmitter for has twobuttons. The top is the Nick button and the bottomis the Constant button.

BUTTON FUNCTION

ONE-DOG MODELS

Nick

Cont.

Transmitter Indicator Light (LED window)

The transmitter indicator light is located nearthe intensity selection dial. When a button on thetransmitter is pushed, the light comes on toindicate that the transmitter is being activated.The color of the light indicates the status ofbattery life. The LED glows green when thebattery is fully charged and turns to amber whenbattery life is getting low. When the LED emits ablinking red light, the battery needs to berecharged.

green = full charge, amber = medium chargered = needs charge

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BUTTON FUNCTION

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BUTTON FUNCTION

The transmitter for thehas two buttons; The 1802NC has two buttonson the side of the transmitter. The gray buttoncorresponds to the receiver with the black collarstrap and the orange button corresponds to thereceiver with the orange collar strap. The toggleswitch at the top of the transmitter allows you tochoose between Nick and Constant type ofstimulation.

TWO-DOG MODELS

1st-dog(Gray Button)

Nick

Cont.

2nd-dog(Orange Button)

“Nick” Button

When the “Nick” button is pushed thereceiver emits a single, rapid pulse of electricalstimulation.

“Constant” Button

Pressing the “Constant” button givescontinuous stimulation as long as the button ispushed, for up to twelve seconds. If the button isnot released after twelve seconds, thestimulation will automatically turn off as asafety feature. The collar will be ready to bereactivated once the button has been released.

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BUTTON FUNCTION

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BUTTON FUNCTION

The transmitter for thehas four buttons; The Gray (1st dog) buttoncorresponds to the receiver with the black collarstrap. The Orange (2nd dog) button correspondsto the receiver with the orange collar strap. TheGreen (3rd dog) button corresponds to thereceiver with the green collar strap. The Blue(4th dog) button corresponds to the receiver withthe blue collar strap.

The toggle switch at the top of the transmitterallows you to choose between Nick and Constanttype of stimulation.

FOUR-DOG MODELS

3rd-dog(Green Button)

4th-dog(Blue Button)



Nick

Cont.

The transmitter for thehas three buttons; The Gray (1st dog) buttoncorresponds to the receiver with the blackcollar strap. The Orange (2nd dog) buttoncorresponds to the receiver with the orangecollar strap. The Green (3rd dog) buttoncorresponds to the receiver with the greencollar strap.

The toggle switch at the top of thetransmitter allows you to choose between Nickand Constant type of stimulation.

THREE-DOG MODELS

3rd-dog(Green Button)



Nick

Cont.

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COLLAR / RECEIVER

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COLLAR / RECEIVER

Turning on the Collar Receiver

The ON/OFF button is on the bottom of thereceivers. Push and hold the button for twoseconds until the LED light, located on the frontof the collar, starts blinking. The indicator lightwill blink once every 2 seconds after the color isturned on. The color of the light indicates thestatus of battery life. The LED glows green whenthe battery is fully charged and turns to amberwhen battery life is getting low. When the LEDemits a blinking red light, the battery needs to berecharged.

ON/OFF ButtonDESCRIPTION OF COLLAR / RECEIVER PARTS

Power On/Off Switch

Contact Points

3Tone color(LED)Indicator Light

BatteryCharging

Receptacle and Cover

Collar strap

collar

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COLLAR / RECEIVER

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COLLAR / RECEIVER

Fitting the Collar on the Dog

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 inconsistent also.

green = full charge, amber = medium charge red = needs charge

When the “Constant” button on thetransmitter is pushed, the collar indicator lightwill glow steadily as long as you hold the buttondown, for up to twelve seconds. When the“Nick” button is pushed, the light comes on for afraction of a second.

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BATTERY CHARGER

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COLLAR / RECEIVER

The battery charger and charging cables allowyou to charge both the transmitter and receiver atthe same time. The battery charger is designed fora 120-volt wall outlet. (European 230-volt ACchargers and 12-volt field charger for yourautomobile are also available.)

To use the battery charger for the a multiple-dog unit, combine additional sets of batterycharging (splitter) cables as shown. This enablesyou to charge the transmitter and all receivers atthe same time.

BATTERY CHARGER

120 volt Charger 120 volt Charger

Charging Cable

Charging Cable Charging Cable

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 a non-exposed antenna that is located inside the collarreceiver.

ReceiverChargingReceptacle

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2. Do not charge the batteries near anyflammable substances.

3. Fully charge the batteries for 14 hours if thecollar is to be stored without use for aperiod of a month or more.

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

a red color- the indicator light on the transmitter or

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

receiver comes on momentarily but willnot stay on when the “Constant” button ispushed.

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uses Ni-MH (Nickel-Metal-Hydride)batteries that do not set a memory and can becharged on a regular basis without harm to thebattery. There is no need to completely drain thebatteries between charges. However, doing sowill help to extend the overall lifetime of thebatteries.

1. Charge the batteries for 14 hours beforeusing the collar for the first time.


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TESTING

1. Turn the collar on by pressing the button onthe back side of the collar receiver. Theindicator light will come on for a momentthen blink once every two seconds, showingthat the collar is ready to use. (If theindicator light is red, the batteries need to becharged.) Place the test light on the contactpoints of receiver and hold it there.

TESTING YOURCOLLAR

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Battery Charging Procedure

1. Attach the charging cables to both thetransmitter and receiver(s), as shown onpage 22.

2. Plug the charger into a 120-volt wall outletor, if using the accessory field charger,plug into a cigarette lighter. (Use a 230-volt European charger for Europe.) Whenproperly plugged in, all indicator lightsshould glow red.

The receiver automatically turns off whenyou insert the charging cable into thebattery charging receptacle on the receiver.

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

4. The battery is fully charged with a 14-hourcharge. The lights will stay red during thecharging process. They DO NOT turngreen when fully charged. Charging thebatteries for more than 14 hours at one timewill not extend battery life.

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TESTING

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OPERATING

Fitting the Collar

The collar strap should be adjusted so thatthe contact points are held firmly against thedog’s skin. If the collar is too loose, irritationmay result from the contact points rubbingagainst the skin.

If the dog has a heavy coat, move thereceiver up and down to work the contact pointsdown into 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.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS2. Watch the test light as you push the “Nick”button on the transmitter. It should light forjust a moment.

3. Watch the test light as you push the“Constant” button on the transmitter. It shouldglow brightly. As a safety feature, the collarreceiver will automatically shut off stimulationif the constant button is depressed for twelveseconds or longer.

4. Change the intensity dial on the transmitterclockwise and then counterclockwise. The testlight should glow brighter with higher levels ofstimulation and dimmer with lower levels.

NOTE : It is normal for the test light not tocome on if the intensity level is set below levelten.

5. Pressing the “Pager” button on the side of thetransmitter causes the collar to vibrate for upto twelve seconds. The collar will reactivatewhen you push the button again.

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MAINTENANCE

Maintenance

The receiver and collar strap should becleaned periodically with detergent and water toprevent malfunction.

Always clean and rinse the collar thoroughlywith tap water after use in salt water. Be sure thecharging receptacle is completely dry beforeinserting the battery charger into the transmitteror receiver.

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Intensity Selection

To select the intensity level, start on thelowest (1) setting. Gradually increase the leveluntil you get a response from the dog that wouldbe equivalent to a quick pull or jerk with a leash.

Remember that you will need to adjust thesetting (upward or downward) as the dog’sattitude changes, especially during times ofincreased excitement or distraction.

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RECEPTION

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ACCESSORIES

The following items may be purchasedseparately :

European ChargerDesigned for use with 230V AC electrical

outlets in Europe.

Field Auto ChargerDesigned for use with the 12-volt cigarette

lighter in your car.

ACCESSORIESReception

The collar has one-mile range. Depending on the way you useyour transmitter, the transmitting range mayvary.

Hold the transmitter away from your bodyand avoid touching the antenna to get thegreatest range.

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. Additionalenvironmental factors may also affect therange of your unit.

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WARRANTY

provides the originalpurchaser a LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTYfor the 1800NC SERIES on parts (excludingbatteries) from the date of the original purchase.Labor is covered for two years after purchase.Once the labor warranty has expired, all repairswill incur a variable labor charge depending onthe extent of work required.

To Qualify for the Limited Lifetime Warranty:

The limited lifetime warranty applies to unitspurchased after Dec. 31, 2005. Fill out thewarranty registration card that came with yourDogtra unit and mail it in along with a copy ofyour receipt within 30 days of purchase. Or, youcan register your product online atwww.dogtra.com.

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WARRANTY

Not Covered Under Warranty:

If product registration is not completed within30 days of purchase and/or the product is resold,the warranty will become void and all repairs willbe subject to applicable labor fees.

Dogtra DOES NOT replace defective units orprovide refunds after 30 days from date of purchase.

Dogtra’s warranty DOES NOT cover repairsor replacement due to misuse, impropermaintenance or lost units. Any water damage onmodels that are not waterproof will not be covered.All replacement costs for either the transmitter orreceiver is the owner’s responsibility.

The Limited Lifetime Warranty will expire(5) years from the date a unit is discontinued inproduction by Dogtra Company.

* Batteries, or the labor to replace them, areNOT covered under the warranty after the first year.

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WARRANTY

The warranty is void if the unit has beenaltered or an unauthorized person has attemptedrepair work.

Procedure for Repair Work:

Return shipping for warranty work is theowner’s responsibility. The cost for shipping(via regular ground service) back to the customeris covered by Dogtra Co. within the continentalUnited States. Any expedited shipping servicewill be at the owner’s expense. Dogtra is notresponsible for loss of training time orinconvenience while the unit is in our warehousefor repair work. Dogtra does not provide loanerunits or any form of compensation during therepair period.

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

Write a note briefly explaining the problemand include your name, address, city/state/zipcode, daytime phone number and evening phone

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number. Or, you can visit our web site atwww.dogtra.com to fill out a Service RequestForm. If repair costs are not covered underwarranty, we will call you for credit cardinformation once the work has been completed.For any questions concerning your Dogtraproducts call us Toll Free at 1-888-811-9111,Pacific Time.

Send repair units to:

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

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