Copyright c 2003 Dogtra Company

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.com2004 -

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

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OVERVIEW

training collars give you theability to communicate with your dog in atimely manner even when the dog is at adistance from you. This makes it much easierfor the dog to learn its lessons because latecorrections are very confusing to the dog.

remote collarsoffer three different kinds of stimulation:

Pressing the “Nick” button causes a veryshort single pulse of electrical stimulation. Itautomatically 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!

OVERVIEW 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 for low level applications for guidingdogs into the desired behavior or as a reservehigh to stop unsafe behaviors such as chasinganimals or cars.

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

All collars come complete witha handheld transmitter, dog collar withreceiver, battery charger and owner’s manual.

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OVERVIEW

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COLLAR RECEIVER - Newly designed tomake adjusting the collar strap easy.

WATERPROOF HOUSING - The trainer'stransmitter is water-resistant and the dog'scollar is waterproof.

NON - CLUMSY FEEL - Ergonomictrainer's transmitter is small but fits thehand well.

NON - EXPOSED ANTENNA - The dog'scollar is lightweight and non-obtrusive inappearance.

EFFECTIVE RANGE - Very efficientpenetration power up to half-mile range.

GLOVE - USE BUTTONS - A no-look feelduring inclement weather.

ONE CHARGER SYSTEM - Charges boththe trainer’s transmitter and the dog’s collarat the same time.

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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PACKAGE INCLUDES

Transmitter

Receiver

Battery charger and splitter cable

Owner’s manual

COLLARPACKAGE CONTENTS

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TRANSMITTER

DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS

transmitter

Antenna

Indicator Light

“Nick” Button“Pager” Button

“Constant” Button

Intensity Selection Dial

Selection Switch

indicates optional switch for 2 dog models

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TRANSMITTER

Transmitter Antenna

A short 2 antenna is supplied with the .

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.

2 Antenna

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TRANSMITTER

Selection Switch on theTwo-Dog Models

The two-dog models have a toggle switch onthe 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 black positionto select the black collar.

TWO-DOG MODELS

Black

Orange

Collarselectionswitch

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TRANSMITTER

Intensity Selection Dial

The intensity selection dial is located on thetop of the transmitter. One is the lowest level andone hundred is the highest.

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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 Battery Charging Procedure.)

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

TransmitterChargingReceptacle

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TRANSMITTER

Transmitter Indicator Light (LED)

The transmitter indicator light is locatedbetween the antenna and the intensity selectiondial.

When a button on the transmitter is pushed,the red light comes on to indicate that thetransmitter is being activated.

When the battery needs to be recharged theindicator light will emit a blink every 0.5seconds.

LED

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BUTTON FUNCTION

The transmitter for hasthree buttons (two on the face of the transmitter andone on the side).

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

The bottom or “Constant” button givesstmulation 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. The pager mode does notimplement any electrical stimulation.

BUTTON FUNCTION

Constant

Pager Nick

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BUTTON FUNCTION

“Nick” Button

When the “Nick” button is pushed, thereceiver emits an extremely short pulse ofelectrical stimulation that automatically shuts offno matter how long you leave your finger on thebutton. The “Nick” 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 great way of communicating with yourdog using non-electrical stimulation. It is usefulas an attention-getter, giving you added trainingfinesse.

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COLLAR

DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR PARTS

Collar

On/Off Magnetic Switch

Contact Points

Indicator Light

BatteryChargingReceptacle and Cover

Collar strap

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COLLAR

Receiver Indicator Light (LED)

Located on the front of the collar, the indicatorlight comes on and blinks once every 2 secondsafter the collar is turned on.

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

When the Constant button on the transmitteris pushed, the collar indicator light will glowsteadily for as long as you hold the button down,for up to twelve seconds. When the Nick buttonis pushed, the light comes on for a fraction of asecond.

Indicator Light (LED)

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COLLAR

On/Off Magnetic Switch

To activate the placethe red dot on the back of the transmitter to the reddot on the collar.

Hold the two red marks together for a momentuntil the LED indicator light comes on.The indicator light will blink every two secondsshowing the unit is charged and ready to use.(If the red indicator light emits a double blinkevery two seconds, the batteries need to becharged.)

To deactivate thehold the red dot on the transmitter to the red doton the collar for a moment. The led light will stopblinking, the unit is now shut off. To attainmaximum battery life, deactivate the unit when notin use.

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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 noexternal antenna on the collar. The Antenna isinside the collar receiver.

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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,the contact points may rub the skin and causeirritation. If the collar is too loose, electricalcontact will be inconsistent and your correctionswill be inconsistant also.

Receiver Charging Receptacle

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CHARGING THE BATTERIES

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.

CHARGING THE BATTERIES

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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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CHARGING THE BATTERIES

Battery Charging Procedure

1. Attach the charging cables to both the transmitter and receiver(s), as shown on page 21.

2. Plug the charger into a 110-volt wall outlet or,if 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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CHARGING THE BATTERIES

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

4. Recharge the battery if :the indicator light on the collar is emitting adouble blink every 2 secondsthe indicator light on the transmitter orreceiver will not come onthe indicator light on the transmitter orreceiver comes on momentarily but willnot stay on when the “Constant” button ispushed

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TESTING

2. As a safety feature the will automatically shut off if the constant stimulationbutton is depressed for twelve seconds or longer. Toreset the unit, release the button for three seconds.

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TESTING

1. To activate theplace the red dot on the back of the transmitter tothe red dot on the collar. Hold the two red marks together for a momentuntil the LED indicator light comes on.The indicator light will blink every two secondsshowing the unit is charged and ready to use.(If the red indicator light emits a double blinkevery two seconds, the batteries need to becharged.)

TESTING YOUR

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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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OPERATING

Intensity selection

To select the intensity level, start on zerosetting. Gradually increase the level until you geta response from the dog that would be equivalentto 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.

Intermittent use of the Pager (3 secondintervals) will extend the units battery lifebetween charges.

Prolonged use of the Pager (12 senconds orlonger) will drain the batteries faster.

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MAINTENANCE

Reception

The collarhas half-mile range yards. Depending on the wayyou use your transmitter, the transmitting rangemay vary.

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

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.

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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 detergent and water toprevent malfunction.

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ACCESSORIES

The following items may be purchasedseparately :

European ChargerDesigned for use with 220V AC electrical

outlets in Europe.

Field Auto ChargerDesigned for use with the 12-volt cigarette

lighter in your car.

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WARRANTY

Warranty Repair

Dogtra Company provides the originalpurchaser a two-year limited warranty on parts andlabor from the date of the original purchase. Thewarranty does not cover failure resulting fromdamage, abuse or loss of parts. The warranty is voidif the unit has been altered or an unauthorized personhas attempted work.

Batteries or the labor to replace them are notcovered under warranty after the first year.

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.

Return shipping for warranty is the owner’sresponsibility. Costs for shipping(via regular groundservice) back to the customer is covered by DogtraCo. within the continental United States. Anyexpedited shipping service will be at the owner’sexpense.

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REPAIR

Send equipment to:

Ship to :

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

For any questions concerning your dogtra products call us Toll Free at 1-888-811-9111.

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.

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

Tel :(310) 522 -1800Fax :(310) 522 -1805Toll Free:1-888-811-9111