Dogtra 180NCP Series User manual

Copyright c 2006 Dogtra Company
1250 E. 223rd Street, Suite 119
Carson, CA 90745
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REMOTE CONTROLLED
DOG TRAINING COLLARS
OWNER’S MANUAL
www.dogtra.com
2006 - ②

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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 3000 different identity codes to
prevent conflicts with other e-collars.
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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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Transmitter
Receiver
Battery charger and splitter cable
Owner’s manual
COLLAR
PACKAGE CONTENTS
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PACKAGE INCLUDES
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PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTH STATEMENTS
Proper e-collar use
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
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
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.
2″Antenna
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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

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TRANSMITTER
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.
Transmitter
Charging
Receptacle
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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.
Intensity
Selection Dial

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TRANSMITTER
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
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
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BUTTON FUNCTION
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
“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.

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COLLAR / RECEIVER
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.
LED
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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.
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Magnetic Switch

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COLLAR / RECEIVER
Receiver Battery Charging Receptacle
On the inside of the collar receiver, 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.
Receiver
Charging
Receptacle
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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.