Dogtra Pathfinder User manual

User Manual
PT10U / PC10U

Pathfinder
by Dogtra
GPS Tracker for dog
Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the Dogtra Pathfinder.
Caution
1.The Dogtra Pathfinder is intended for the sole purpose of tracking and training dogs. The
Pathfinder is NOT intended for human use or use on other animals. Dogtra does not
assume any liability for the improper use of the Dogtra Pathfinder.
2. The Dogtra Pathfinder is meant for use in open outdoor areas. Operating the Pathfinder
near tall buildings and other steel structures will reduce the range of the GPS.
3.Pay close attention to the signal range when operating the Pathfinder across long
distances and low line-of-sight view.
2. Dogtra highly recommends consulting a dog training professional when using the
Pathfinder e-collar to correct dogs that are aggressive towards other dogs or people.
3. The Dogtra Pathfinder connects to your phone using Bluetooth. Dogtra’s industry leading
technology filtering system ensures minimal interference with other electronic devices. Out
digital microprocessor offers thousands of unique codes to eliminate frequency match-up
with other Dogtra e-collars. Dogtra recommends consulting your physician if you are
going to use the e-collar and you have any type of medical devices.
4. If the constant button is held down for 12 seconds or more, the unit will automatically
shut down. It reactivates when the button is released and depressed again.
5. A loose fit can allow the receiver/collar to move around on the dog’s neck. When this
happens, the contact points may rub the skin and cause irritation. If the unit is too loose,
the contact points will not make proper contact and your dog will not receive consistent
stimulation.
6. Leaving the receiver/collar in the same location on the dog’s neck for an extended period
of time can cause skin irritation. If the dog is to wear the e-collar for long periods,
occasionally reposition the receiver/collar so that the contact points are moved to a
different location on the dog’s neck. Make sure you check for skin irritation each time you
use the unit. If your dog exhibits signs of skin irritation, consult with a veterinarian.
7. Every dog has a different tolerance and reaction to the stimulation. Please look at your dog’s
reaction to find just the right level of stimulation. The stimulation level may vary depending on

the situation and distractions. Normally a distracted dog (chasing another dog, squirrel, etc.) will
require a higher level of stimulation compared to when there is no distraction.
8. E-collars can be used with many different methods. If you have any concerns in the training
methods provided by Dogtra, consult with a dog training professional.
1. First
1.1 Charging the Pathfinder
1.2 Power,
1.3 Operational buttons
1.3.1 Connector
1.3.2 Collar
1.4 About The LED
1.4.1 connector
1.4.2 collar
1.5 Connector
1.5.1 Replacing the antenna
1.6 Collar
1.6.1 Test Light
1.6.2 Replacing the Antenna
1.6.3 How to find the right stimulation
1.6.4 The GPS is for outdoor use.
1.6.5 Tone
1.6.6 Can I increase the range?
2. Installing the Pathfinder app
2.1 Compatible phones
2.1.1 iOS down
2.1.2 Android down
2.2 iOS down Downloading from the App Store
2.3 Android down Downloading with Google Play
3. Pairing
3.1 Pairing a phone to the GPS Connector
3.2 Phone and GPS Connector range
3.3 Pairing the GPS Connector and GPS Collar
4. App Features
4.1 MAP

4.2 COMPASS
4.3 E-COLLAR
4.4 Device List
4.5 Options in Device List
4.6 Device Detail Info & Edit
4.7 Map Record
4.8 Map Select
4.9 Offline map
4.10 Geo-fence
5. Pathfinder Setting
5.1 Screen Saver
5.2 Shake Control
5.3 Volume Button Control
5.4 Distance Unit
5.5 Speed Unit
5.6 GPS DATA
5.7 Tracking only mode
5.8 Offline map data usage
5.9 Always Fit boundary
5.10 Alarm Setting – Settings for various alarms
5.11 Connector Pairing
6. User Guide
Maintain
Troubleshooting

1. First
1.1 Charging the Pathfinder
Charge the Pathfinder’s GPS Connector and GPS Collar before the first use.
The Pathfinder uses Lithium Polymer batteries.
-Fully charge the Pathfinder’s GPS Connector and GPS Collar before the first
use.
- Only use official Dogtra chargers with the Pathfinder.
- Do not charge the Pathfinder in near flammable substances.
- Fully charge the Pathfinder if storing for 1 month or longer.
* When to recharge the Pathfinder
- When the LED is red on the GPS Connector or GPS Collar.
- When the app displays a low battery percentage.
- When the LED does not turn on.
How to charge the Pathfinder
1) Connect the charger to the GPS Connector and GPS Collar using the splitter
cable.
2) Plug the charger into a 120v (220v in Europe) outlet.
3) When fully charged, detach the cables and plug the rubber caps over the
charging ports on the GPS Connector/Collar.
4) The GPS Collar turns off while charging and cannot be used, while the GPS
Connector functions while charging.
- The LED will display red while charging and green when the unit is fully
charged. The GPS Connector LED will be green when turned on while charging.
- A depleted battery requires 3.5 hours to fully charge.
1.2 Power
To turn on the GPS Connector, press the blue select button until the LED turns
on.
To turn off the GPS Connector, press the blue select button until the red LED
turns off.
To turn on the GPS Collar, press the power button until the LED turns on. To
turn off the GPS Collar, press the power button until the LED turns red. A tone

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2. Installing the Pathfinder app
2.1 Compatible phones
1) iOS : iOS 8.1 and above
iPhone 5, 5C, 5S, 6, 6+, 6S, 6S+, 7, 7+
iPad Generation 3 and above
2) Samsung Galaxy S4 and above, Note 2 and above, and LG G3 and above
2.2 iOS down Downloading from the App Store
AppStore -> Pathfinder 검색 Search Pathfinder
2.3 Android down Downloading with Google Play

3. Pairing
3.1 Pairing a phone to the GPS Connector
3.1.1 Launch the Pathfinder app
3.1.2 On Turn on the GPS Connector
3.1.3 Select Pathfinder App Side Menu -> Function Setting -> Bluetooth
Pairing
3.1.4 Set the GPS Connector to pairing mode and click search in the app.
※Once paired, launching the app when the GPS Connector is on will
automatically connect them together
※ The GPS Connector should be within Bluetooth range (33 feet) of your phone
to operate.
※ The GPS Connector will reconnect with the phone when it is within range.
※ Reinstalling the app will require pairing with the GPS Connector.
※ The Pathfinder app may need to be restarted for compatibility issues.

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4. App Features
4.1 MAP
Main Map Compass E-Collar
Side Menu
Move
My
Location
My Location
My
Dog
Shared
Dog or
Hunter

4.1.1 Position display. With the GPS Connector paired to a GPS Collar and
phone or when receiving shared GPS Connector/GPS Collar devices,
their positions will be displayed on the map.
Alarm
Banner
Selected Dog
Dog state icon
Dog Moving Path
Collar Name
Collar Distance
Collar State icon
Connector(Me) location

※ Devices that are offline or hidden will not be displayed on the map.
4.1.2 Dog Alerts
4.1.2.1 Select a dog on the map to receive notification alerts for that dog.
4.1.2.2 Dog alerts are sent for the selected dog only. The current selected
dog is displayed with an outline around their icon.
4.1.3 Map Gestures
4.1.4 Dog position display
4.1.4.1 Your dog’s location is viewed on the map along with the collar
name and distance from your position. The dog icon displays your
dog’s current action status.
4.1.4.2 When your dog’s action changes, the icon action status will change
as well.
4.1.4.3 The dog display icon will change with poor connection, GPS signal
loss, or low battery, to an icon that represents these issues.
4.1.4.4 Devices shared will display the shared symbol on the device icon.
4.1.5 Connector position display
4.1.5.1 See the section on sharing/receiving devices.
4.1.5.2 When viewing shared GPS Connector devices, an icon will be
displayed along with the device name and distance from your
position.
4.1.5.3 The shared GPS Connector display icon will change with a poor
connection, GPS signal loss, or low battery, to an icon that
represents these issues.
4.1.6 My position
When the GPS Connector is paired with your phone, your current
position and tracks will be displayed.
4.1.7 Select between maps from Google (Normal, Satellite, Terrain) and
OpenStreetMap (Outdoors) from menu/map select.
4.1.8 The GPS Collars can be identified by name and color. Name and color
can be edited from menu/device list/device/edit.
4.1.9 GPS Collars shared with you can be identified by the shared symbol on
the icon.
4.1.10 Dog State Icon

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4.1.11.1 Map Sticker :The markers can be used to mark important locations.
Markers are also recorded onto history files and removed at the
start of a new hunt. Text can be saved along with the markers.
4.1.11.2 Distance ruler :The distance ruler can measure the distance between
multiple points. When finished, click x to exit out of the distance
ruler.

4.2 COMPASS
4.2.1 View the direction and distance of dogs and hunters at a glance.
4.2.2 Selecting dogs and hunters from the list will display them on the
compass.
※ pairing with 1 device will display that device at all times.
4.2.3 Use the View All button to view all dogs and hunters at once.
4.2.4 Dogs and hunters are not displayed when hidden or offline.
※ Phone cases made of metal or metal objects attached to the phone
will interfere with the compass.
※The phone may need to be calibrated for the compass.
3.3.3 View All
Direction faced
North
Dog direction
3.3.2 Dog Selected

4.3 E-COLLAR
4.3.1 Nick or Constant stimulation or Tone can be sent to the selected dog.
4.3.2 Stimulation Level
4.3.2.1 Nick and Constant stimulation modes have stimulation levels from 1
to 100.
4.3.2.2 The stimulation level is controlled by the stimulation slider and
stimulation increase/decrease buttons on the left and right of the
slider.
4.3.2.3 The stimulation level can be set for individual dogs.
4.3.3 Dog selection
4.3.3.1 Dogs can be selected using the dog list or in map view.
4.3.3.2 List view displays dogs in a list along with their distance from you
and the recommended view when training multiple dogs.
4.3.3.3 Map view displays selectable dog icons on a map and can be used
to view recall.
※ Dogs are not displayed when hidden or offline.
4.3.4 Use the mode button to switch between Nick and Constant stimulation
Selected
Tone
Nick↔Cont.
Change
Stimulation Level Send Nick or
Constant

modes.
4.3.5 The lock button disables training functions until unlocked. Use the lock
feature so dogs are not accidentally stimulated.
4.3.6 Sending stimulation
4.3.6.1 Select a dog from list or map view.
4.3.6.2 Select the stimulation level using the stimulation slider or
stimulation increase/decrease buttons.
4.3.6.3 Set the stimulation to Nick or Constant using the mode button.
4.3.6.4 Nick :Stimulation is sent when the stimulation button is pressed.
Stimulation will be sent as long as the button is pressed, up to 12
seconds, when set to Constant.
Constant, Tone :A tone will sound as long as the button is pressed,
up to 12 seconds.
※ The E-Collar tab is disabled when the Tracking Only mode is turned on in
the Function Settings menu.