Dogtra Edge User manual

Remote Controlled Dog Training Collars

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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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only. 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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minimal 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.
Product Safety and Health Statement

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Proper Fit
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Duration your dog can wear the unit
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this, occasionally reposition the e-collar so the contact points are
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and consult with a veterinarian.
Stimulation Reaction
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stimulation level. The stimulation level may vary depending on
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higher 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 Receiver/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 230V AC
electrical outlet.
To purchase accessories, please visit dogtra’s online store at
shop.dogtra.com or call customer service at 1-888-811-9111.
Exchangeable
selector dial
Contact point
extension washer /
adjustment tool

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Main Features of the EDGE
Interchangeable intensity dial
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

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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

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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
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of the transmitter until the LCD screen illuminates. To turn the
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transmitter until the LCD 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.
On / Off
Button
On / Off
Button
LED
Indicator

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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
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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.

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To activate the light-locate mode, hold down the front transmitter
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pressed, up to 12 seconds.
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transmitter once.
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3 seconds.
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transmitter once more.
L (Light)
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The buttons on the front of the transmitter
enables control of up to 4 receiver/collars. Each
of the 4 buttons on the transmitter can be coded
to operate a different receiver/collar.
The receiver/collars can be distinguished by
coding the transmitter button to the matching
receiver/collar strap color.
Additional receiver/collars with straps are
available online at shop.dogtra.com or by
calling customer service at 1-888-811-9111.

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3. Collar tting
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receiver box is on either side of the dog’s windpipe. The receiver
box should stay in this position during any training or exercise.
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irritation are found, suspend e-collar training and consult with a
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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 being the lowest level and level 127 being
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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 and threshold for
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up. The appropriate level can be found when the dog responds to
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muscles. The stimulation level may vary depending on the training
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of 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 body to receive the greatest range. For maximum
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6. The LED indicator
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the transmitter and 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
If the unit is used while the LED indicator is red, it will shut down
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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on 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 receiver/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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wrong charging adapter is used, the LED indicator will not turn
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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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place. To switch to the selector/step dial, follow the steps below.
1. Turn the stimulation level to 0.
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intensity dial type.
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Next, change the program setting to the corresponding intensity
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To change the program setting, follow the steps below.
4. The display on the LCD screen will now show the icon for the
rheostat/volume or the selector/step. Repeat the steps from the
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and the selector/step style of intensity control.
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dial to 0.
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