Dogtra 2500T&B Series User manual

REMOTE CONTROLLED
DOG TRAINING COLLARS
OWNER’S MANUAL
www.dogtra.com
Copyright c 2007 Dogtra Company
22912 Lockness Avenue
Torrance, CA 90501
U.S.A.
telephone (310) 534 - 0101
fax (310) 534 - 9111
toll free 1-888-811-9111
2007 -

OVERVIEW
MAIN FEATURES
PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTH
STATEMENTS
PACKAGE CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR/RECEIVER PARTS
DESCRIPTION OF BATTERY CHARGER
TESTING YOUR
TESTING YOUR
FITTING THE COLLAR ON THE DOG
CHARGING THE BATTERIES
RECEPTION
ACCESSORIES
BASIC MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
WARRANTY AND REPAIR INFORMATION
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CONTENTS

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Beeper Collar
The remote training
system will give you the ability to keep track of
your dog’s location when he/she is out of sight
or on point.
The is also a
training collar that can be used for behavior
management.
The Dogtra training & beeper collars are
waterproof, lightweight, and reliable. They are
built to withstand the most rugged conditions
that your dog may encounter.
The beeper has an audible 400-yard range,
which may vary with tough terrain and wind
conditions.
The use of microcomputer technology,
digital circuitry and Lithium-Polymer batteries
make both the collar and transmitter compact
and very reliable.
THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING
THE WORLD’S FINEST E-COLLAR
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OVERVIEW
The features nick
and constant stimulations, which can be
controlled from the transmitter. Turning the
knob on the top of the transmitter adjusts the
intensity of the stimulation. The LCD screen
will display the intensity level on the front of the
transmitter (0 thru 127). It also has a remote
beeper with three different modes. To activate
the transmitter, press and hold the blue button on
the right side of the transmitter until both the
LCD and LED window illuminates. Next, hold
the two red dots on the transmitter and receiver
together until the receiver light starts blinking.
The receiver/collar’s LED window will blink
green every 5 seconds to show that the unit is on
and fully charged.
Your has three beeper
modes: Run/point, Point-Only, and Locate.
Locate is available anytime by pressing the top
orange button on the left side of the transmitter.
To activate the other beeper modes, press the
MODE button on the side of the transmitter. The
first time you press the MODE button, the collar
will beep twice. The beeper unit is now in the
Run/Point mode. The beeper will always start in
this mode, but can easily be changed to the
Point-Only mode by pressing the MODE button
a second time. In the Run/Point mode, it will
double beep every 7 seconds while the dog is
running. When the dog is on point or stationary
OVERVIEW

it double beeps every 2 seconds. By pushing the
MODE button a second time, the unit will go into
the Point-Only mode. While the dog is moving, the
unit will not beep, (you can use the Locate mode
for locating your dog). When the dog points or
becomes stationary, the unit will emit a double
beep every 2 seconds. The Locate feature can be
used at any time, it will beep as long as you press
and hold the button. To turn the beeper unit off,
press the MODE button a third time. The unit will
emit three rapid beeps, thereafter; the unit will be
turned off. Remember, the Locate button can still
be used at any time!!
There are two beeper tones: High and Low.
The tone of the beeper can be selected with a
toggle switch located on the transmitter. The
beeper volume for the Run/Point mode and Point-
Only modes can be increased or decreased by
holding the Locate button down while pressing the
Mode button abruptly.
*Please refer to page 22 & 23 for a detailed
chart on Mode and Beeper Volume level
variations.
The is a two-dog model.
The collars are color-coded (green and orange) you
can select between the two collars with a toggle
switch located on the transmitter.
The orange collar emits a low-tone double
beep in all modes and the green collar emits a
high-tone single beep in all modes. This gives you
the ability to differentiate between dogs when both
are out of sight.
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OVERVIEW
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Easy-to-use, ergonomically fitted transmitter.
Rheostat dial that allows for gradual adjustments
in stimulation intensity with no jumps between
levels (0-127 levels).
Two-dog models allow the trainer to control two
different dogs from one transmitter without the
hassle of holding additional remotes.
The has a 1-mile range.
2 different stimulation types - “Nick” &
400-yard audible remote-controlled beeper.
The freedom to choose between a High and Low
tone beeper. (Single-dog unit only)
Three beeper modes - “Run & Point”, “Point”,
and “Locate”.
features a new,
innovative, Beeper Volume Control. You may
now select between 2 different tones and 3
volume levels for each tone.
combines the receiver
with the beeper horn into one small, compact unit.
uses Lithium Polymer
batteries that provide a 2-hour rapid charge.
MAIN FEATURES
MAIN FEATURES
“Constant”

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Fully waterproof collar/receiver and transmitter.
No bothersome external antenna on the
collar/receiver.
One-charging system allows the transmitter and
receiver(s) to be charged at the same time.
Over 8000 different identity codes to prevent
signal match-up with other e-collars.
Easily visible blue LCD screen displays the exact
level of stimulation and can even be seen clearly
in the dark.
A Three bar battery life indicator and LED
colored indicator to show the remaining battery
life.
MAIN FEATURES
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PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTH STATEMENTS
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
the improper use of the Dogtra e-collars.
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. Aggressive dogs are
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 (garage door openers, pacemakers,
etc.). Our digital microprocessor offers thousands of
unique codes to eliminate frequency match-up with
other Dogtra e-collars.
Inadvertent activation
When the constant button is held down for 12
seconds or more, the unit will automatically shut
down. This serves as a safety feature. The collar will
reactivate when the button is released.
PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTH STATEMENTS

Transmitter
Receiver (two collar/receivers for
two-dog models)
Lithium Polymer Battery charger
and splitter cable
Test light
Owner’s manual
Carrying case
COLLAR
PACKAGE CONTENTS
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
DESCRIPTION OF
TRANSMITTER PARTS
transmitter (1-dog)
Antenna
Beeper Sound
Toggle Switch On/Off Magnatic
Red Dot
Battery Charging
Receptacle &
Rubber Plug
Nick
Constant
ON/OFF
Switch
LCD
Screen
Rheostat
Intensity Dial
Indicator Light
(LED Window)
Locate
Mode

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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
DESCRIPTION OF
TRANSMITTER PARTS
transmitter (2-dog)
Antenna
Dog Collar
Toggle Switch On/Off Magnatic
Red Dot
Battery Charging
Receptacle &
Rubber Plug
Nick
Constant
ON/OFF
Switch
LCD Screen
Rheostat
Intensity Dial
Indicator Light
(LED Window)
Locate
Mode
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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
Transmitter Antenna
A 3.2” antenna is supplied with the
.
The antenna must be fastened to the
transmitter before using the unit.
3.2 Antenna

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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
Beeper Sound Toggle Switch
on the One-Dog Models
The one-dog model has a Beeper Sound
toggle switch on the face of the transmitter
located above the “Nick” button, which is
designed to easily select a beeper tone, either
High or Low.
Set the toggle switch on the High position to
select the High tone and the Low position to
select the Low tone.
Beeper Sound
Toggle Switch
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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
Dog Collar Toggle Switch
on the Two-Dog Models
The two-dog model has a toggle switch on
the face of the transmitter located above the
“Nick” button. The toggle switch allows for
selection of either collar.
Set the toggle switch on the Green position
to select the Green collar and the Orange position
to select the Orange collar.
Stimulation (Nick and Constant) along with
the beeper and locate modes will only operate
when the toggle is in the desired position for the
appropriate receiver/collar.
Dog Collar
Toggle Switch

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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
Rheostat Intensity Dial
The Rheostat Intensity Dial is located on
the top of the transmitter: (0) being the lowest
level and (127) being the highest. The LCD
screen on the transmitter indicates the intensity
level and battery life.
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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
LCD Screen
The LCD screen indicates the stimulation level
on the screen ranging from (0-127). The battery
life indicator shows: 3 bars = full charge, 2 bars =
medium charge, and 1 bar = needs charge.
When pressing the MODE button, the selected
beeper volume level is shown on the LCD. (NOTE:
Pressing the MODE button once will also set the
unit in the Run/Point mode.) When the toggle
switch is set on low tone the LCD will read: L1=
lowest volume, L2 = medium volume and L3 =
highest volume. When the toggle switch is set on
high tone, the LCD will read: H1 = lowest volume,
H2 = medium volume and H3 = highest volume.

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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
Care for LCD Transmitters in Cold Temperature
In cold temperatures (10 degrees F or below),
the LCD on your transmitter may be dim or slow to
respond. Wait until the display becomes visible
before selecting any training level.
Even though the LCD screen might be dim or
slow to respond, when you push the Nick or
Constant button, the transmitter will still function
properly. In the occurrence of extremely cold
weather, the LCD screen might take a moment to
respond causing the Intensity level to freeze at that
current level. In this situation, if you turn the
Rheostat Intensity Dial, and the intensity level on the
screen does not increase, yet you emit an electrical
stimulation, the level will be in agreement with the
new changed intensity level.
In this situation, it is ideal to either wait until
your transmitter is back to working order before
emitting a correction, or while holding the constant
button down, slowly turn the Rheostat Intensity Dial
while watching your dog’s reaction. Do not turn the
Rheostat Intensity Dial at a rapid increase because
the collar/receiver will emit an electrical correction
based on the level of the Rheostat Intensity Dial,
which might not be correctly reflected on the LCD
screen.
Suggestion: Carry your remote close to your
body as your body’s warmth can improve
operation and viewing of the LCD screen.
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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
Transmitter Indicator Light (LED Window)
The transmitter indicator light is located
near the Rheostat Intensity Dial. It will flash
every 4 seconds when the transmitter has been
turned on. The color of the light indicates the
status of battery life. It flashes green when the
battery is fully charged and turns to amber
when battery life is getting low. When the
transmitter indicator emits a blinking red light,
the battery needs to be recharged.
(Green = full charge, Amber = medium
charge, Red = needs charge)

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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
Transmitter Battery Charging Receptacle &
Rubber Plug
Located on the backside of the transmitter,
the charging 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 37~39).
After charging is completed, close the
receptacle with its rubber plug to make sure dirt
or water does not get inside.
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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
The transmitter for the
has five buttons (two on the face of the
transmitter, two on the left side, and one on the
right side).
“Nick” Button
When the “Nick” button is pushed, the
receiver emits a single, rapid pulse of electrical
stimulation.
BUTTON FUNCTION
Lccate
Nick
Beeper Sound
Toggle Switch
ON/OFF
Switch
Mode
Constant

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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
“Constant” Button
When the “Constant” button is pushed, the
receiver emits a continuous stimulation as long as
the button is pushed, for up to 12 seconds. If the
button is not released after 12 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.
“Locate” Button
The “Locate” button is located on the left side.
It causes the collar’s beeper horn to emit a series of
beeps when pushed and it gives you the ability to
keep track of your dog’s location. On one-dog
models, the beeper can be adjusted between high
and low tones. NOTE: The high/low tone is not an
option on two dog units.
On two-dog models, the Green collar emits the
high tone and the Orange collar the low tone
automatically.
“Mode” Button
Your Dogtra 2500T&B has three different
modes. Locate, Run/Point, and Point-Only. The
“LOCATE” mode can be activated at any time,
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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
even when another mode is set, by pressing the top
orange button labeled “LOCATE” on the left side
of the transmitter. To set the beeper unit to
Run/Point mode, press the orange “MODE”
button. This button is located on the left side of the
transmitter, under the “LOCATE” button.
When you press the “MODE” button the first
time, the collar will beep twice. The beeper unit
will always start in Run/Point mode. It is now in
Run/Point mode. The beeper will sound every 7
seconds while the dog is running, and every 2
seconds when the dog is gone on point or become
stationary.
The second time you push the “MODE” button,
it will beep once, remain silent while the dog is
running and beep every 2 seconds when the dog is
on point or stationary.
To turn the beeper unit off, press the MODE
button a third time. The unit will emit three rapid
beeps, and the beeper will turn off. The Locate
mode can still be used!
When the toggle switch is set on Low tone, the
beeper will emit a double beep when it is in
Run/Point mode or Point-only mode. If the toggle
switch is set on the High tone, a single beep will
sound when using Run/Point or Point-Only mode.

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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
* NOTE : The locate button can still be
utilized in whichever mode you are in.
Initial Beeper
Sound
Press 1st
Time 2 Beeps Run/
Point
Mode
-Dog running: Double
beep every 7
seconds.
-Dog on-point: Double
beep every 2
seconds.
Press 2nd
Time
Press 3rd
Time 3 Beeps Beeper Unit Turned off
1 Beep Point- Only
Mode
-Dog running :
Remains Silent.
-Dog on-point :
Double beep every
Mode Action
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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
Beeper Volume Adjustment
The Beeper Volume level for the Run/Point
mode and Point-Only mode can be increased or
decreased by holding the LOCATE button down
while briefly pushing the MODE button. The
tone of the beeper can be selected with a toggle
switch located on the face of the transmitter.
There are two beeper tones: High (H1 = lowest
volume, H2 = medium volume, and H3 = highest
volume) and Low: (L1 = lowest volume, L2 =
medium volume, and L3 = highest volume).
NOTE : The Locate mode beeper volume
is not adjustable; it is always on the highest
level, L3 on Low tone, or H3 on High tone.
Toggle Switch
High
LCD Displays
H I
H 2
H 3
L I
L 2
L 3
Toggle Switch
Low
LCD Displays
Press Mode Once
(While holding down the
locate button)
Press Mode 2nd Time
(While holding down the
locate button)
Press Mode 3rd Time
(While holding down the
locate button)

Transmitter Power ON/OFF
The button on the right side of the transmitter
is the “ON/OFF” button that activates the
transmitter only and LCD screen.
To turn the transmitter ON, press the
“ON/OFF” button on the right side of the
transmitter until the LCD screen illuminates.
To turn the transmitter OFF, press the
“ON/OFF” button on the right side of the
transmitter. When the LCD screen displays “OFF”
release the button.
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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
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DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR / RECEIVER PARTS
DESCRIPTION OF
COLLAR / RECEIVER PARTS
On/Off Magnetic Switch
Red Dot
Contact Points
Indicator Light
(LED Window)
Battery Charging
Receptacle
and Cover
Collar strap

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DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR / RECEIVER PARTS
ON/OFF Magnetic Red Dot
(To Activate the Receiver)
To activate the Dogtra 2500 T&B Series,
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 light on the receiver/collar comes on.
The power-on melody on the collar/receiver
will also activate.
To deactivate the Dogtra 2500 T&B
Series, repeat the same procedure holding the
two red dots together momentarily. The
Power-off melody on the collar/receiver will
sound after the LED light turns red, indicating
that the unit is now shut off.
On/Off
Magnetic Switch
Receiver Indicator Light (LED window)
Located on the front of the receiver/collar,
the indicator light comes on and blinks once
every 4 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 12 seconds.
When the “Nick” button is pushed, the light
comes on for a fraction of a second.
Indicator Light
(LED Window)
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DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR / RECEIVER PARTS

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DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR / RECEIVER PARTS
Receiver Battery Charging Receptacle and
Rubber Plug
On the inside of the collar receiver,
next to the collar strap, is a battery-charging
receptacle with a rubber plug.
Internal Antenna in the collar/Receiver
has a non-
exposed antenna that is located inside the
collar/receiver.
Battery Charging
Receptacle & Rubber Plug
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DESCRIPTION OF BATTERY CHARGER
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 Lithium-Polymer batteries for your
automobile are also available.)
To use the battery charger for the two-dog
unit, combine both sets of battery charging
(splitter) cables as shown. This enables you to
charge the transmitter and both receivers at the
same time.
NOTE : Only use Dogtra-approved
Lithium-Polymer Battery Chargers for your
Dogtra e-collar. This will prevent any damage
that can be incurred from attempting to use a
different charger.
BATTERY CHARGER
Charging Cable
120 volt
Charger
Wall Outlet
Two-dog unit only

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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
receiver. Hold the two red dots together for
a moment until the green color LED
indicator light comes on.
The collar/receiver emits the Power-on
melody and turns on.
2. Place the Test light included in the package
contents on the contact points as shown in
the diagram.
TESTING YOUR COLLAR
Test Light
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TESTING
3. Turn the transmitter on by pressing the blue
button on the right side of the transmitter.
The LCD screen shows the amount of battery
life remaining and the LED blinks once every
4 seconds. (The battery needs charging, if the
color of the LED is red or the LCD battery icon
shows 1 bar.)
4. Watch the test light as you push the “Nick”
button on the transmitter. It should light for
just a moment.
5. Watch the test light as you push the “Constant”
button on the transmitter. As a safety
feature, the collar/receiver will automatically
shut off stimulation if the constant button is
depressed for 12 seconds or longer.
6. Turn the intensity dial on the transmitter
clockwise and then counterclockwise while
holding the “Constant” button down.
The test light should glow brighter with higher
levels of stimulation and dimmer with lower
levels. When you change the intensity dial, the
number on the LCD screen will change as well.
NOTE : It is normal for the test light not to
come on if the intensity level is set below level
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TESTING
7. To make sure that your beeper is working
properly, press the Locate button once with the
horn portion facing away from you (or place
your hand over the horn). The sound may be
extremely loud and may cause discomfort to
your ears. If you do hear an audible beeper
sound, your location button is in working order.
8. Press the Mode button once; you should hear
2 rapid beeps. This will put you into the
Run/Point Mode. Keep the receiver/collar
steady to mimic your dog at a standstill point.
Wait for a moment until you hear a double beep
in 2-second intervals. You may proceed to the
next step if the double beep occurs.
9. Press the Mode button a second time; you
should hear 1 rapid beep. This will put you into
the Point-Only Mode. Once again, keep your
receiver/collar steady and wait for a moment
until the collar emits a double beep every 2
seconds. If it is audible, move onto the next
step.
10. Press the Mode button a third time; you should
hear 3 rapid beeps. This mode will turn off
your beeper and remain silent.
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TESTING
NOTE 1 : The sound that the beeper will emit
will vary depending on your selection with the
(High/Low) toggle switch. The two-dog model:
Dogtra 2502 T&B has a fixed beeper sound
based on the color of the collar.
NOTE 2 : When using the Run/Point mode or
the Point-Only mode, the beeper volume level
reverts back to the volume level that was last
used.
NOTE 3 : In the Run/Point or Point-Only mode
the tone can be changed by holding down the
“Locate” button and then pressing the
“Mode” button when the High/Low toggle
switch is in the desired position.
The unit must be activated and in the
Run/Point or Point-Only mode first.
NOTE 4 : In the Run/Point or Point-Only mode
it is still possible to use electrical stimulation.
* To make sure that your Beeper Volume is in
working condition, please refer to page 23 for
further testing instructions.

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TESTING
The Dogtra 2502 T&B two-dog unit operates
just like the Dogtra 2500 T&B single-dog unit.
The difference between the one-dog and two-dog
collar is noticeable on the transmitter where a
toggle switch allows you to select either collar.
The toggle switch is color-coded with green
and orange to match the green and orange collar
straps. The orange collar emits a low tone double
beep and the green collar gives a high tone single
beep so you can distinguish between dogs when
they are out of sight.
The two-dog models have a toggle switch on
the face of the transmitter located above the
“Nick” button. The toggle switch allows for
selection of either collar.
Set the toggle switch on the orange position
to select the orange collar and the green position
to select the green collar.
ORANGE COLLAR: Double beep with low
tone
GREEN COLLAR : Single beep with high
tone
TESTING YOUR
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FITTING THE COLLAR ON THE DOG
The collar should be fitted so that the
Surgical 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.
Dogtra uses Surgical Stainless Steel
contact points and Anti-microbial plastic to
protect the dog’s skin.
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FITTING THE COLLAR ON THE DOG
ATTENTION!
Avoid having the dog wear the collar with
the contact points in the same place for more
than 8 hours out of every 24-hour period.
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 moved to a
different spot on the dog’s neck.
FAMILIARIZING THE DOG TO THE
BEEPER SOUND
Turn the beeper collar on and leave it outside
the dog’s kennel area for about a half-hour.
Repeat this several times, until you can see
that the dog disregards the beeper.
Next, adjust the beeper volume level to level
L1, the lowest level. Fit the beeper collar on the
dog. Select the desired beeper volume level as
the dog becomes accustomed to the beeping
sound.
uses Lithium-
Polymer batteries.
1. Charge the unit before using the unit for the
first time.
2. Do not charge the batteries near any
flammable substances.
3. Fully charge the batteries if the unit is to be
stored without use for a period of 3 months
or more.
Recharge the unit if:
The indicator light on the collar is emitting
a red color.
CHARGING THE BATTERIES
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CHARGING THE BATTERIES