Dogtra 175 NCP User manual

MAIN FEATURES
PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTH
STATEMENTS
COLLAR PACKAGE CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR / RECEIVER PARTS
BATTERY CHARGER
CHARGING THE BATTERIES
TESTING YOUR COLLAR
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ACCESSORIES
WARRANTY AND REPAIR INFORMATION
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CONTENTS

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Easy-to-use, ergonomic transmitter.
Rheostat dial that allows for gradual increases
in stimulation intensity with no jumps
between levels.
The has a range of 400+
yards.
Waterproof collar/receiver and water-resistant
transmitter.
No external antenna on the collar receiver.
Rechargeable, user-replaceable Ni-MH
batteries.
One-charger system allows the transmitter and
receiver to be charged at the same time.
Over 999 different identity codes to prevent
conflicts with other e-collars.
MAIN FEATURES
MAIN FEATURES
PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTH STATEMENTS
Safety for your dog
Studies conducted by animal health professionals at
Dogtra Company’s training facilities showed no
adverse effects to the cardiovascular or nervous system
of dogs from e-collar stimulation. These studies
involved healthy dogs in a controlled environment.
Dogs should be in good health during any e-collar
training. Dogtra e-collars are not intended for use on
dogs weighing less than 12 pounds or under 6 months
of age.
Skin irritation can occur from prolonged wearing of
the stainless steel contact points on the training collar.
Most dogs will exhibit some type of irritation (pressure
necrosis) from prolonged contact of stainless steel
contact points. This is why it states in your owner’s
manual:
Attention:
Avoid having the dog wear the collar with the
contact points in the same place for more than two hours
at a time. Leaving the contact points on the same spot 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 collar so that the contact
points are moved to a different spot on the dog’s neck.
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PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTH STATEMENTS PACKAGE INCLUDES
Transmitter
Receiver
Battery charger and splitter cable
Owner’s manual
COLLAR
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Proper e-collar use
Dogtra e-collars are intended for the sole purpose
of behavior modification of dogs. They are not
intended for human use or use on other animals.
Dogtra Company does not assume any liability for
improper use of the Dogtra e-collar.
Aggressive dogs
Dogtra does not recommend using the e-collar to
correct dogs that are aggressive towards other dogs
or people. In many such cases the dog will associate
the stimulation with the other dog or individual and
become even more aggressive. Dog aggression is
best treated by a dog training specialist.
Interference with other electronic devices
Dogtra’s industry-leading technology filtering
system ensures minimal interference with other
electronic devices (cellular phones, security systems,
etc.). Our digital microprocessor offers thousands of
unique codes to eliminate frequency match-up with
other Dogtra e-collars.
Inadvertent activation
If the constant button is held down for 12
seconds or more the unit will automatically shut
down. It will reactivate when the button is released.

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TRANSMITTER
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TRANSMITTER
DESCRIPTION OF
TRANSMITTER PARTS
transmitter
Antenna
Indicator Light
“Nick” Button
“Pager” Button
“Constant” Button
Intensity
Selection Dial
Battery Charging
Receptacle
and Cover
Transmitter Antenna
A short 2 antenna is supplied with the
transmitter.
The antenna should be screwed into the top of
the transmitter to ensure that the signals are sent
properly to the collar receiver and that maximum
range is attained.
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TRANSMITTER
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TRANSMITTER
Intensity Selection Dial
The intensity selection dial is located on the
top of the transmitter: (0) being the lowest level
and (100) being the highest.
Transmitter Battery Charging Receptacle
Located on the side of the transmitter, the
receptacle is covered by a rubber plug. Insert one
end of the battery charging cable into the
receptacle to charge the battery. (See Battery
Charging Procedure on page 21.)
After charging is completed, cover the
receptacle with its rubber plug to make sure dirt
or water does not get inside.

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TRANSMITTER
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BUTTON FUNCTION
Transmitter Indicator Light (LED window)
The transmitter indicator light is located near
the intensity selection dial. When a button on the
transmitter is pushed, the light comes on to
indicate that the transmitter is being activated.
The color of the light indicates the status of
battery life. The LED glows green when the
battery is fully charged and turns to amber when
battery life is getting low. When the LED emits a
blinking red light, the battery needs to be
recharged.
green = full charge, amber = medium charge
red = needs charge
The transmitter for has three
buttons (two on the face of the transmitter and
one on the side).
BUTTON FUNCTION
Constant
Pager
Nick

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BUTTON FUNCTION
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COLLAR / RECEIVER
“Nick” Button
When the “Nick” button is pushed the
receiver emits a single, rapid pulse of electrical
stimulation.
“Constant” Button
Pressing the “Constant” button gives
continuous stimulation as long as the button is
pushed, for up to twelve seconds. If the button is
not released after twelve seconds, the stimulation
will automatically turn off as a safety feature.
The collar will be ready to be reactivated once
the button has been released.
“Pager” Button
Pressing the “Pager” button on the side of the
transmitter causes the collar to vibrate. This is a
great way of communicating with your dog using
non-electrical stimulation.
DESCRIPTION OF
COLLAR / RECEIVER PARTS
Collar
Red Dot On/Off
Magnetic Switch
Contact Points
Indicator
Light
Battery
Charging
Receptacle
and Cover
Collar strap

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COLLAR / RECEIVER
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COLLAR / RECEIVER
On/Off Magnetic Switch
To activate the , place the red
dot on the back of the transmitter to the red dot on
the collar receiver. Hold the two red dots together
for a moment until the LED indicator light comes
on.
To deactivate the repeat the
same procedure holding the two red dots together
momentarily. The LED light will stop blinking,
indicating that the unit is now shut off. To attain
maximum battery life, deactivate the unit when
not in use.
On/Off
Magnetic Switch
Receiver Indicator Light (LED window)
Located on the front of the collar, the
indicator light comes on and blinks once every 2
seconds after the collar is turned on. The color of
the LED indicates the battery life of the receiver.
(green = full charge, amber = medium charge,
red = needs charge)
When the “Constant” button on the
transmitter is pushed, the collar indicator light
will glow steadily as long as you hold the button
down, for up to twelve seconds. When the
“Nick” button is pushed, the light comes on for a
fraction of a second.

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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 the
stainless steel contact points press firmly against
the dog’s skin.
A loose fit can allow the collar to move
around on the dog’s neck. When this happens the
contact points may rub the skin and cause
irritation. If the collar is too loose, electrical
contact will be inconsistent and your corrections
will be inconsistent also.
Receiver Battery Charging Receptacle
On the inside of the collar, next to the collar
strap, is a battery charging receptacle with a
rubber cover plug.
Internal Antenna
The has a non-exposed
antenna that is located inside the collar receiver.

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BATTERY CHARGER
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CHARGING THE BATTERIES
The battery charger and charging cables
allow you to charge both the transmitter and
receiver at the same time. The battery charger is
designed for a 120-volt wall outlet. (European
230-volt AC chargers and 12-volt field charger
for your automobile are also available.)
BATTERY CHARGER
Charging Cable
120 volt
Charger
Wall Outlet
Dogtra uses Ni-MH (Nickel-Metal-Hydride)
batteries that do not set a memory and can be
charged on a regular basis without harm to the
battery. There is no need to completely drain the
batteries between charges. However, doing so
will help to extend the overall lifetime of the
batteries.
1. Charge the batteries for 10 hours before
using the collar for the first time.
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CHARGING THE BATTERIES
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CHARGING THE BATTERIES
2. Do not charge the batteries near any
flammable substances.
3. Fully charge the batteries for 10 hours if
the unit is to be stored without use for a
period of a month or more.
4. Recharge the unit 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 will
not stay on when the “Constant” button is
pushed.
Battery Charging Procedure
1. Attach the charging cables to both the
transmitter and receiver(s), as shown on
page 19.
2. Plug the charger into a 120-volt wall outlet
or, if using the accessory field charger,
plug into a cigarette lighter. (Use a 230-
volt European charger for Europe.) When
properly plugged in, all indicator lights
should glow red.
The receiver automatically turns off when
you insert the charging cable into the
battery-charging receptacle on the receiver.
3. After charging, cover the battery charging
receptacles with the rubber plugs on the
transmitter and receiver.
4. The battery is fully charged with a 10-hour
charge. The lights will stay red during the
charging process. They DO NOT turn
green when fully charged. Charging the
batteries for more than 10 hours at one time
will not extend battery life.

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TESTING
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TESTING
1. To activate the , place the red
dot on the back of the transmitter to the red
dot on the collar. Hold the two red dots
together for a moment until the LED indicator
light comes on. The indicator light will blink
every two seconds showing the unit is charged
and ready to use. (If the indicator light emits a
red color, the batteries need to be charged.)
TESTING YOUR COLLAR 2. Turn the intensity level on the transmitter
up to the maximum level (100) and press
the Nick button. The indicator light(LED)
on the collar receiver will light briefly as
you push the button. Pressing the Constant
button will light the indicator for as long as
you hold the button down, up to twelve
seconds.
3. As a safety feature, the
will automatically shut off stimulation if the
constant button is depressed for twelve
seconds or longer. The button will be ready
to be reactivated once the button is released.

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OPERATING
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OPERATING
Fitting the Collar
The collar strap should be adjusted so that the
contact points are held firmly against the dog’s
skin. If the collar is too loose, irritation may
result from the contact points rubbing against the
skin.
If the dog has a heavy coat, move the receiver
up and down to work the contact points down
into the coat.
ATTENTION!
Avoid having the dog wear the collar with
the contact points in the same place for more
than two hours at a time. Leaving the points
on the same spot for extended periods 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 contact points
are placed in a different spot on the dog’s
neck.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Intensity Selection
To select the intensity level, start on the zero
(0) setting. Gradually increase the level until you
get a response from the dog that would be
equivalent to a quick pull or jerk with a leash.
Remember that you will need to adjust the
setting (upward or downward) as the dog’s
attitude changes, especially during times of
increased excitement or distraction.
Prolonged use of the Pager (12 seconds or
longer) will drain the batteries more quickly.

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RECEPTION
Maintenance
The receiver and collar strap should be
cleaned periodically with detergent and water to
prevent malfunction.
Always clean and rinse the collar thoroughly
with tap water after use in salt water. Be sure the
charging receptacle is completely dry before
inserting the battery charger into the transmitter
or receiver.
Reception
The e-collar has a range of
400+ yards. Depending on the way you use your
transmitter, the transmitting range may vary.
Hold the transmitter away from your body and
avoid touching the antenna to get the greatest
range.
Maximum Range
Typical Range
Minimum Range
If your finger touches the antenna near the
dial on the top of the transmitter, the actual
range may be reduced. Additional
environmental factors may also affect the
range of your unit.

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ACCESSORIES
The following items may be purchased
separately:
European Charger
Designed for use with 230V AC electrical
outlets in Europe.
Field Auto Charger
Designed for use with the 12-volt cigarette
lighter in your car.
ACCESSORIES
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WARRANTY
provides the original
purchaser with a LIMITED LIFETIME
WARRANTY. Limited Lifetime Warranty
begins from the date of purchase. For the first
two years, coverage is for both parts and labor,
on all our products purchased new. Accessories
such as, chargers, splitter cables, antennas, straps
and batteries have a one-year warranty from the
date of purchase. Once the first and second year
warranty coverage expires, the Limited Lifetime
Warranty will cover for all parts except
accessories and labor fees. Labor fees and
shipping fees incurred are the customers’
responsibility. Labor fees will be variable
depending on the extent of work required. The
Limited Lifetime Warranty will expire 5 years
from the date a model is discontinued in
production by Dogtra Company.
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WARRANTY
To Qualify for the Limited Lifetime Warranty :
To register your Dogtra product, please log
onto our website at www.dogtra.com, click on the
warranty registration link and fill out the required
information. All registration must be completed
within 30 days of your purchase. If you do not
have access to a computer, you can call our toll
free number of 888-811-9111 so one of our
customer service representatives can register your
product online for you. Also if you were unable to
register your product on our website we will
accept all products for repair with a proof of
purchase. We strongly recommend you keep your
original receipt. If your product is not registered
and proof of purchase is not available at the time
of service, Dogtra will estimate the age of the unit
by the serial number. Serial number estimates can
be different than the actual purchase time. Without
proof of purchase or product registration this is the
only method we have for determining the
approximate date of purchase.
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WARRANTY
Not Covered Under Warranty :
We cannot offer warranty for units/products
that have been bought secondhand or as a resold
product.
Dogtra DOES NOT replace defective units
or provide refunds for products purchased from
us after 30 days from the date of the purchase.
Issues of replacement and refunds on units
purchased less than 30 days from an authorized
dealer need to be addressed to the dealer directly.
Dogtra’s warranty DOES NOT cover repairs
or replacements due to misuse by the owner or
dog, improper maintenance, and/or lost units.
Any water damage on the Water Resistant
Transmitters of the 175NCP, 180NCP, 200NCP,
202NCP, 1400NCP, 1402NCP, 1500NCP and
1502NCP will also not be covered. All
replacement cost for either the transmitter or
receiver will be the owner’s responsibility.

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WARRANTY
* Battery replacement by the customer
during the first year of the warranty is not
recommended. If the customer chooses to
replace the batteries, any damage to the unit
during the change-out by the owner will void
the warranty.
The warranty is void if the unit has been
altered or an unauthorized person has attempted
repair work.
Procedure for Repair Work :
The cost of shipping products under warranty
back to Dogtra is the customer’s responsibility.
Dogtra will provide/pay (via regular ground
service, within the continental United States) the
shipping cost back to the customer. Any
expedited shipping service will be at the
customer’s expense. Dogtra is not responsible
for loss of training time or inconvenience while
the unit is in for repair work. Dogtra does not
provide loaner units or any form of
compensation during the repair period.
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WARRANTY
A copy of the sales receipt showing the
purchase date is required before warranty work is
initiated.
Please include a brief explanation outlining
the problems and include your name, address,
city/state/zip code, daytime phone number,
evening phone number, and email address.
Or, you can visit our website at www.dogtra.com.
Click on the Service Request Form, print it out
and follow the instructions.
If repair costs are not covered under
warranty, we will call you for credit card
information once the work has been
completed. For any questions concerning your
Dogtra products call us Toll Free at 1-888-811-
9111, M-F 8:30AM - 4:00PM, Pacific Time, or
email us at [email protected] for specific repair
inquiries.
Send repair units to:
Dogtra Company / Repairs
22912 Lockness Avenue
Torrance, CA 90501
U.S.A.

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