Dogtra Edge User manual

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By Dogtra
Remote Controlled Dog Training Collars
Owner's Manual
Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the Dogtra
EDGE training collar.

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Intended Use
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They are NOT intended for use on people or on animals other than dogs.
Dogtra does not assume any liability for the improper use of any Dogtra
e-collars.
Aggressive Behavior
Dogtra highly recommends consulting a dog training professional when
using an e-collar to correct dogs that are aggressive towards people or
other dogs.
Electronic Interference
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interference with other electronic devices (garage door openers, mobile
phones, etc.). Our digital microprocessor offers thousands of unique
codes to eliminate frequency match-ups with other Dogtra e-collars.
Dogtra recommends consulting your physician if you are going to use
the e-collar near any types of medical devices.
Safety Cut-off
The constant stimulation will only activate for a maximum of 12
seconds.After 12 seconds of continuous stimulation, the stimulation will
reset. The stimulation reactivates once the constant button is released
and pressed again.
Proper Fit
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occasionally reposition the e-collar so the contact points are moved
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veterinarian.
Stimulation Reaction
Every dog has a different tolerance level and reaction to e-collar
stimulation. Closely monitor your dog’s reaction to find the right
stimulation level. The stimulation level may vary depending on the
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level of stimulation.

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Table of Contents
At a Glance………………………………………………………
Main Features of the EDGE………………………………………
Overview…………………………………………………………
Understanding your training system
1. How to turn the EDGE on/off………………………………
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5. To maximize the distance …………………………………
6. The LED indicator …………………………………………
7. Charging the battery ………………………………………
8. How to change the stimulation intensity ……………………
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10. Changing the receiver/collar location light color …………
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12. How to change the length of the contact points ……………
13. How to attach the belt clip on the EDGE…………………
14. How to use the test light …………………………………
15. How to change the battery …………………………………
General Training Tips …………………………………………
Maintenance ……………………………………………………
Troubleshooting Guide …………………………………………
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At a Glance
- Included in the package -
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Owner’s manual belt clip
- Optional accessories -
Additional Receivers/Collars with straps
The Dogtra EDGE is expandable to a two, three, or four-dog system.
Field auto charger
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outlet.
European charger
Dogtra’s european chargers are designed for use with a 230VAC
electrical outlet.
To purchase accessories, please visit dogtra’s online store at
shop.dogtra.com or call customer service at 1-888-811-9111.
Main Features of the EDGE
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Rheostat/volume style with stimulation levels 0~127
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1-mile range
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Location light with 4 selectable colors
(white, red, blue and green)
User expandable to a two, three, or four-dog system
Replaceable batteries
Fully waterproof
LCD screen
Extendable contact points (5/8” to 3/4”)
Belt clip
2-hour rapid charge batteries
Exchangeable
selector dial Contact point e x t e n s i o n w a s h e r /
adjustment tool

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Overview
EDGE Transmitter
1-dog button On/off button
Rubber-charging cap
Belt clip
Battery cover
2-dog button
3-dog button
4-dog button
LCD
LED indicator
Mode
selection dial
Rheostat/Volume
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intensity dial
Antenna
EDGE Receiver/Collar
On/off button
LED indicator
Location lights
Rubber-charging cap
Collar strap
Contact points

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Understanding your training system
1. How to turn the EDGE on/o
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transmitter until the LCD screen illuminates. To turn the transmitter off,
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screen shuts off.
To turn the receiver/collar on, hold down the on/off button until the LED
indicator turns green. To turn the receiver/collar off, hold down the on/
off button until the LED indicator turns red.
2. How the transmitter mode buttons work
Turn the mode selection dial to choose the function, and then press the
button on the front that is set to the desired collar. The single dog EDGE
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stimulation.
P(Pager)
Pager gives a non-stimulating
vibration while the button is
pressed for up to 12 seconds.
C (Constant)
Constant gives a continuous
stimulation while the button is
pressed for up to 12 seconds.
On / Off
Button
On / Off
Button
LED
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To activate the light-locate mode, hold down the front transmitter button.
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to 12 seconds.
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transmitter once.
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transmitter once more.
3. Collar tting
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side of the dog’s windpipe. The receiver box should stay in this position
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suspend e-collar training and consult with a veterinarian.
L(Light)
High intensity LED location
lights on the EDGE receiver/
collar helps to find and
distinguish dogs easily in low
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The buttons on the front of the transmitter enables
control of up to 4 receivers/collars. Each of the 4
buttons on the transmitter can be coded to operate
a different receiver/collar. The receivers/collars can
be distinguished by coding the transmitter button
to the matching receiver/collar strap color.
Additional receivers/collars with straps are
available online at shop.dogtra.com or by calling
customer service at 1-888-811-9111.

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4. How to nd the right stimulation
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The EDGE unit comes installed with the rheostat dial on the transmitter.
The rheostat intensity dial controls the stimulation level, with level 1
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included selector style intensity dial with 8 levels of stimulation, with
1 being the lowest level and level 8 being the highest. The level of
stimulation best suited for your dog depends on your dog’s temperament
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your way up. The appropriate level can be found when the dog responds
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muscles. The stimulation level may vary depending on the training
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stimulation.
5. To maximize the distance
The Dogtra EDGE has a 1-mile range. The range may vary depending
on the way the transmitter is held. Hold the transmitter away from your
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the Dogtra EDGE properly charged.
*Avoid touching the antenna or the range may decrease substantially.
6. The LED indicator
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the receiver when the transmitter buttons are pressed.
The LED indicator color indicates the battery life level.
Green = Fully charged,Amber = Medium, Red = Needs charging
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automatically.
7. Charging the battery
1. Lift the rubber-charging cap and plug in the charger.
2. Plug the adapter’s power plug in to a standard AC wall outlet. The
LED indicator on the transmitter and receiver/collar will turn red.
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both the transmitter and receiver/collar. Unplug the adapter’s power
plug from the AC wall outlet and disconnect the charger from the
unit.
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* The transmitter and receiver/collar rubber-charging cap ensures dirt
and debris does not build up in the charging port area. The unit is
waterproof even if the rubber-charging cap is not fully closed.
To charge multiple receivers/collars and a transmitter, combine
additional battery charger splitter cables as shown.
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3. Fully charge the unit before storing for one month or longer.
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8. How to change the stimulation intensity
The Dogtra EDGE has the ability to switch between the rheostat/volume
intensity and the selector/step intensity.
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switch to the selector/step dial, follow the steps below.
1. Turn the stimulation level to 0.
2. Unscrew the top of the dial with a flathead screwdriver counter-
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dial type.
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Next, change the program setting to the corresponding intensity dial
type.