Dogtra 280NCP Tlatinum Series User manual

MAIN FEATURES
PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTH
STATEMENTS
PACKAGE CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER
PARTS
BUTTON FUNCTIONS
DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR/RECEIVER
PARTS
BATTERY CHARGER
TESTING YOUR COLLAR
FITTING THE COLLAR ON THE DOG
CHARGING THE BATTERIES
RECEPTION
METAL BELT CLIP ACCESSORY
BASIC MAINTENANCE
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
WARRANTY AND REPAIR
INFORMATION
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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CONTENTS

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Easy-to-use, ergonomic transmitter.
Rheostat dial allows for gradual increases in
stimulation intensity with no jumps between
levels (0-127).
Two-dog models allow the trainer to control two
different dogs from one transmitter.
has a 1/2-mile
range.
Stimulation type - Nick ,Constant and non-
stimulating pager/vibration.
Rechargeable, user-replaceable Ni-MH batteries
Fully Waterproof collar/receiver and transmitter.
No external antenna on the collar/receiver.
One-charger system allows the transmitter and
receiver(s) to be charged at the same time.
Over 999 different identity codes to prevent
signal match-up with other e-collars.
Easily visible blue LCD screen displays exact
level of stimulation and can be seen in the dark or
low light conditions.
Three bar battery life indicator and LED colored
indicator to show remaining battery life.
MAIN FEATURES
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
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 (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
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.
PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTH STATEMENTS

Transmitter
Receiver (two collar receivers for
Dogtra two-dog models)
Battery charger and splitter cable
Metal belt clip accessory
Owner’s manual
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
Battery Charging
Receptacle &
Rubber Plug
On/Off Magnetic
Red Dot
Pager
Button
ON/OFF
Switch
LCD Screen
Rheostat
Intensity Dial
Indicator Light
(LED Window)
“Nick” Button
“Constant” Button

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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
DESCRIPTION OF
TRANSMITTER PARTS
transmitter (2-dog)
Antenna
Nick/Constant
Toggle Switch
Battery Charging
Receptacle &
Rubber Plug
1st-dog
Pager
(Gray Button)
2nd-dog
Pager
(Orange Button)
ON/OFF
Switch
LCD Screen
Rheostat
Intensity Dial
Indicator Light
(LED Window)
1st-dog
Nick &Constant
(Gray Button)
2nd-dog
Nick &Constant
(Orange Button)
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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
Transmitter Antenna
A short 2 antenna is supplied with the
transmitter.
The antenna must be fastened to the
transmitter before using the unit.
On/Off Magnetic
Red Dot

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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
shows the intensity level during operation.
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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
LCD Screen
The LCD screen indicates the stimulation
level (0-127) on the screen.
The LCD battery life indicator shows 3 bars
at full charge, 2 bars at medium charge and 1 bar
when it needs to be charged. The battery life
indicator only specifies the remaining charge for
your transmitter. To find the remaining charge
for your receiver, observe the LED on the
collar/receiver.
Green = full charge
Amber = medium charge
Red = needs charge

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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
Care for LCD Transmitters in Cold Temperature
In cold temperatures (10 degrees F or
below), the Liquid Crystal Display (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 a static correction based on the level of
the Rheostat Intensity Dial, which might not be
correctly reflected on the LCD screen.
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DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS
Transmitter Indicator Light (LED Window)
The transmitter LED indicator light is
located near the Rheostat Intensity Dial. It will
flash every 2 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 the battery is at medium charge. It is
acceptable to charge your unit even at medium
charge without any damage incurred to your
collar. 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 28).
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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BUTTON FUNCTIONS
The transmitter for the
single dog unit has four buttons (one on the
face of the transmitter, two on the left side and
one on the right side).
BUTTON FUNCTIONS
Nick
Pager
ON/OFF
Switch
Constant
(1-dog)
“Nick” Button
The “Nick” button is located on the top left.
It is imprinted with the letter “N” for an easy,
clear selection. When the “Nick” button is
pushed the receiver emits a single pulse of
electrical stimulation.

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BUTTON FUNCTIONS
“Constant” Button
The “Constant” button is located on the
bottom left. Pressing the “Constant” button gives
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.
“Pager” Button
The “Pager” button is located on the face of
the transmitter. Pressing it will give non-
stimulating vibration as long as the button is
depressed, for up to 12 seconds.
Transmitter Power ON/OFF
The button on the right side of the transmitter
is the “ON/OFF” button that activates the
transmitter and LCD screen only.
To turn the transmitter on, press the
“ON/OFF” button on the right side 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.
“Nick” & “Constant” Toggle Switch
Located on the face of the transmitter is a
toggle switch. The toggle switch has
a setting for “Nick” and another for
Constant . The color-coordinated buttons
(orange for the orange receiver/collar and gray
for the black receiver/collar) will implement
the desired stimulation based on the toggle
switch setting.
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BUTTON FUNCTIONS
The two-dog
unit has five buttons and a toggle switch on the
transmitter.
Two on the face of the transmitter, two on
the left side, and one on the right side.
(2-dog)
Nick/Constant
Toggle Switch
1st-dog
Pager
(Gray Button)
2nd-dog
Pager
(Orange Button)
ON/OFF
Switch
1st-dog
Nick & Constant
(Gray Button)
2nd-dog
Nick & Constant
(Orange Button)

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BUTTON FUNCTIONS
When either the orange or gray stimulation
button is pressed and the toggle is set on “Nick”
the receiver emits a single pulse of electrical
stimulation.
When you press either the orange or gray
stimulation button, and the toggle is set on
“Constant”, the receiver emits a continuous
stimulation as long as the button is pushed, for
up to 12 seconds to the corresponding collar. 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.
“Pager” Button
The “Pager” buttons are located on the face
of the transmitter. The orange button
corresponds with the orange receiver/collar and
the gray with the black receiver/collar. Pressing
it will give non-stimulating vibration as long as
the button is depressed, for up to 12 seconds.
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DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR / RECEIVER PARTS
DESCRIPTION OF
COLLAR / RECEIVER PARTS
On/Off Magnetic Red Dot
Contact Points
Indicator Light
(LED Window)
Battery Charging
Receptacle
and Cover
Collar strap