DogWatch SmartFence User manual

Owner’s Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1System Overview
System Components .................................................................... 2
System Basics .............................................................................. 4
2SmartFence Setup
Getting Started ............................................................................. 6
WebApp Setup
Step 1: Create Customer Profile ............................................ 7
Step 2: Save WebApp to Mobile Devices .............................. 11
Step 3: Communication Portal Setup .................................... 12
3WebApp Settings & Configuration
Pets ......................................................................................... 14
Alerts ....................................................................................... 14
Collars ..................................................................................... 15
Systems ................................................................................... 15
Account ................................................................................... 16
Contacts .................................................................................. 16
Resources ................................................................................ 16
4Activity Tracking ........................................................................... 17
5SmartFence Information and Alerts
SmartCollar Information and Alerts ......................................... 18
System Information and Transmitter Alerts ............................. 19
6Hidden Fence Installation.............................................................. 22
7SmartFence Features and Settings
SmartFence Transmitter .......................................................... 24
SmartFence Collar .................................................................. 26
SmartFence Collar Batteries ................................................... 28
SmartFence Collar Status Light .............................................. 29
SmartFence Transmitter Mode and Rate Settings .................. 30
8Troubleshooting Tips .................................................................... 31
FAQs ............................................................................................ 32
Training Tips & Reminders ........................................................... 33
9Warranty ....................................................................................... 34

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SmartFence™
Transmitter
Sends a coded digital FM radio signal through the Hidden
Fence boundary wire in your yard.
PowerPak™(optional) Provides a battery back-up to keep the Transmitter
operating in the event of a power failure.
Surge Protector Protects the Transmitter from damage due to lightning or
power surges.
Power Supply Uses an 18 volt power supply to plug in the Transmitter.
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
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Transmitter
SmartCollar™
Receiver
• Identifies the coded digital FM radio signal transmitted
from the Hidden Fence boundary wire.
• Alerts the dog with an audible tone if the dog gets too
close to the boundary.
• Delivers a static correction if the dog does not retreat
from the boundary.
Multi-Tool Includes:
• Magnet for changing training levels (pg. 28)
• Test Light for testing the collar stimulation (pg. 26)
• Contact Post Wrench for changing contact posts (pg.
26)
Adjustable Collar
Strap
Attaches to the SmartCollar receiver. Your Dealer will
provide the correct size for your pet.
Contact Posts Comes with one set of contact posts (pg. 26). Your Dealer
will provide the correct size.
Lock Washers Holds the contact posts in place on the SmartCollar.
Collar Bone Keeps the contact posts in proper position on the collar
strap.
Battery Uses a 3.6 volt battery that lasts up to one year.
SmartCollar
All System Components are included with the SmartFence™unless noted as 'Optional'.

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SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Communication Portal
SmartFence
Communication
Portal
Connects to the Internet via an Ethernet cord connection to
your router.
• Receives system updates from the SmartFence
Transmitter and Receiver.
• Sends system updates to the SmartFence WebApp.
WebApp sends notification messages to
computer and mobile devices via text and email.
Ethernet Cord Connects the Portal to your router.
Power Supply Uses a 5 volt power supply to plug in the Portal.
Accessories
Training Leash Helps you properly introduce and train your dog to the
Hidden Fence boundary.
The DogWatch SmartFence allows you to:
• Monitor your Hidden Fence remotely.
• Receive alerts related to your Hidden Fence.
• Customize alerts for yourself and your contacts.
• Monitor your pet’s daily, weekly & monthly activity levels.
The containment features of the DogWatch Hidden Fence are
independent of the communication features of the SmartFence.
The Hidden Fence containment features will continue to work if:
The Portal or the Internet is turned 'off'or loses power.
The SmartFence Collar goes out of communication range
of the Portal.
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SYSTEM BASICS
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The SmartFence
WebApp can be
used on desktop,
laptop & mobile
devices.
The SmartCollar
 receives the signal from the
Hidden Fence boundary wire
 communicates with Portal
The SmartFence Transmitter
 sends the radio signal to the
Hidden Fence boundary wire
 communicates with Portal
Updates once an hour.
Updates every 2 minutes The Communication Portal
• Receives information
from the SmartFence
Transmitter and Collar
• Sends information
and notifications to
desktop and mobile
devices.
HOW IT WORKS
COMMUNICATION
PORTAL
ROUTER
Hidden
Fence
TRANSMITTER
SMARTCOLLAR™
COMPUTER
MOBILE DEVICES

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SYSTEM BASICS 1
SmartFence General Information
Pet(s) Profile Create a profile and include a photo of your pet(s). Includes the
SmartCollar ID, Breed, Gender, Size and Date of Birth.
Contacts Add contacts who you want to receive system information via
text message and/or email. You can add multiple contacts, such
as family members or dog walkers. You can choose which alerts
you want them to receive.
Activity Levels Monitor your pet’s daily, weekly and monthly activity levels. Find
out if your dog has been Active, Moderately Active, Lightly Active
or Resting.
System Settings Monitor your system settings.
Collar: Training Level, Frequency
Transmitter: Training Mode, Rate, Frequency and Range.
Turn ON/OFF Alerts Set which alerts you want turned ON or OFF
Text/Email Notifications Customize your alert settings:
Who receives them
Which alerts are sent: Battery Status, Wire Breaks, etc.
How they are sent: Text Message and/or Email
Customizable Alerts
Battery Status Sends an alert when it’s time to replace the SmartCollar battery.
A notification will appear on the WebApp and will disappear when
the battery is replaced.
Boundary Loop Sends an alert if the Boundary Loop wire is disconnected or
broken. (You will also hear an alarm coming from the Transmitter.)
A notification will appear on the WebApp. The notification will
disappear after the boundary wire is repaired. (May take up to 2
minutes to reset.)
No Collar Connection Sends an alert if your SmartCollar does not connect with the
Portal for more than 10 hours. This could be triggered by a
dead battery, receiver damage (e.g., a dog chew) or the collar
being out of range of the Portal. A notification will appear on the
WebApp. The notification will disappear after the SmartCollar has
reconnected to the Portal. (May take up to 1 hour to reset.)
Transmitter Running on
Battery Back-up
(PowerPakTM)
Sends an alert if the power goes out and the PowerPak is used to
power the Transmitter for more than 2 minutes. A notification will
appear on the WebApp. It will disappear when the Transmitter is
reconnected to power. (May take up to 2 minutes to reset.)
No Transmitter
Connection
An alert is sent if the Portal loses its connection with the
Transmitter for more than 1 hour. This could be triggered by a
loss of power, lightning or surge damage. A notification will appear
on the WebApp and will disappear when the transmitter signal
reconnects to the Portal. (May take up to 2 minutes to reset.)
SmartFence Notification Options (Alerts)

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GETTING STARTED
System Information
Dealer ID:
This is the number that will link your system
to your Dealer's contact information.
Communication Portal UID:
This number links your Profile to your
Communication Portal.
Transmitter UID:
This number links your Profile to your
SmartFence Transmitter.
Collar UID:
This number links your Profile to your
SmartCollar.
Record the Unique Identification Numbers (UID)from your SmartFence
system components. Having this information recorded will make it easier
when you are adding the system information to the WebApp.
The UIDs can be found on a label
on the back of each of the system
components. XXXXX
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THE SMARTFENCE WEBAPP
The SmartFence WebApp is where you find information about:
SmartFence system settings
SmartFence system alerts
Your pet's activity
The WebApp can be opened from a desktop or laptop computer, a tablet or a
phone using Internet browsers such as Chrome, Safari or Firefox.
The WebApp is not an “App” that can be downloaded from the ‘App Store’
or the ‘Play Store’. It can only be opened from your Internet browser.
Instructions for saving the SmartFence WebApp
icon to your mobile device(s) are provided in the
Setup Instructions. (pg 11)
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Setup can be completed on Smartphone, Tablet, or Computer
Tablet Desktop/Laptop
Note the email address and password for your records.
This will be required when you log into your customer profile.
Email: _________________________________________________
Password: _______________________________________________
Fill in the “CREATE ACCOUNT” fields
 Customer email
 Password
 Confirm Password
 Read & Accept Privacy Policy and Terms of Use
 Click “Next” to continue setup
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IMPORTANT!
Check your email address. Make sure it is correct.
WEB APP SETUP 2
Open the WebApp
 Open the browser on your smartphone, tablet or
computer. (Works best on Chrome or Safari.)
 Go to: smartfence.dogwatch.com
 Click “NEW ACCOUNT”
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STEP 1: CREATE YOUR CUSTOMER PROFILE

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WEB APP SETUP
Fill in “NEW SYSTEM SETUP” fields
 System Name - (Home, Lake House, Cabin, etc.)
 Dealer ID Number
 Communication Portal UID
 Transmitter UID
 Collar UID
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 Click '+ Collar’ to add additional Collar UID - or -
 Click NEXT to finish system setup
Fill in “CHOOSE A COUNTRY” field
 Select your Country from dropdown menu
 Click NEXT
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Fill in “USER PROFILE” fields
 First Name
 Last Name
 Cell Phone Number (for text alerts)
 Street Address
 City
 Pick State from dropdown menu & enter Zip Code
 Select your Time Zone from dropdown menu
 Click NEXT
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WEB APP SETUP
Fill in “ADD A PET” fields
 Pet Name
 Select or take your pet’s ‘Profile Photo’
 Select a Collar from dropdown menu
 Select Gender from dropdown menu
 Select Breed from dropdown menu
 Select your pet’s Size from dropdown menu
 Your pet’s Date of Birth
 Click ‘Next’ to finish your Pet Profile
 Select option to Add Another Pet -or-
Complete Setup
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CONGRATULATIONS, you have completed the SmartFence Profile!
Interpreting the Home Screen Icons
The Loop Icon indicates Transmitter
and Boundary Loop status
Green
Boundary Loop
is connected to
Communication
Portal and working
properly
Red

No Power

Wire Break

On Battery Backup

Lightning or Surge
Damage
 No communication
The Paw Icon indicates Collar status
Green
Collar is connected
to Communication
Portal and working
properly
Red
 Low Battery
 Dead Battery
 Chew/Damage
 Out of Range
 No communication
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Activity Button
View your pet’s activity.
Profile Button
View your pet’s profile.
Settings Button
The gear button is your menu link to view all SmartFence settings.
PETS View and edit pet information and add additional pets
ALERTS Set which alerts you want to receive via on/off toggles
COLLARS View collar settings, edit collar information and add
additional collars
SYSTEMS View transmitter settings, edit system information and
add additional systems
ACCOUNT View and edit account details (password, name and
contact information)
CONTACTS Edit contact information, alert preference (text and/or email),
and add additional contacts
RESOURCES Access the SmartFence Quick Start Guide, Owner's Guide, FAQs,
Troubleshooting Tips and other helpful information.
Home Screen
WEB APP SETUP
Navigating the WebApp
All the information from the WebApp can be viewed on a phone, tablet or
computer.
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WEB APP SETUP
You can save a SmartFence™WebApp icon to the Home
screen of your mobile device(s). The icon provides a link from
your Home screen to your SmartFence information.
Complete your Account Setup and Profiles in Step 1 before adding
the SmartFence icon to your mobile devices.
iPhone and iPad
uGo to: smartfence.dogwatch.com on your mobile browser (Safari is
recommended)
v Click on the Bookmark icon
w Select “Add to Home screen”
x Confirm by clicking “Add”
This SmartFence Icon should now appear on your mobile device
Home screen and is the link to your SmartFence WebApp.
Click the icon to open the SmartFence WebApp.
Android
u Go to:
smartfence.dogwatch.com
on your mobile browser
(Chrome is recommended)
vClick on the Menu Button
wSelect “Add to Home screen”
xConfirm by clicking “Add”
Older Androids
u Go to:
smartfence.dogwatch.com
on your mobile browser
v Click on the Menu Button
w Select “Add to Bookmarks”
Add label, e.g., ‘SmartFence’
x Open the Bookmarks screen and
press the bookmark you created;
select “Add to Home screen”
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STEP 2: SAVE THE WEB APP ICON

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The SmartFence Communication Portal collects status
information from your SmartFence Collar and Transmitter
and updates your SmartFence WebApp.
COMMUNICATION PORTAL INSTALLATION
The lights on your Portal let you know that your system is working properly
Collar
Status Light
Internet Connection
Status Light
Boundary Loop
Status Light
Boundary
Loop Status
Internet
Connection
Status
Collar
Status
Power
Supply Port
Ethernet
Port Antenna
Rear View
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u Place the Portal in a location near your
home router and near a power outlet.
v Plug the Portal into power using the
power supply provided.
w Connect the Portal to your home router
using an Ethernet cord (included.)
When the Portal connects to the
Internet, the Internet light will turn Green.
(usually takes approx 30 secs)
The Portal should initially display as shown:
Boundary Loop green/red
Internet green
Paw (Collar) green/red
Portal
Home Router
Portal
Power Outlet
Home
Router
Portal Power Outlet
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k
l
Boundary Loop Internet Collar
Green Connected /
Working
Connected to
Internet
Connected /
Working
Green/Red
Initial connection to
Portal
not yet made
N/A
Initial connection to
Portal
not yet made
Red No power, wire
break, surge dam-
age, etc.
Not connected to
Internet
(check router)
Low or dead battery,
damage, out of
range
Connection
Time
up to
2 minutes varies up to 1 hour
Portal Lights
Setup Instructions
COMMUNICATION PORTAL INSTALLATION 2
Connection to
Portal not yet made
Connection to
Portal not yet made
No power, wire
break, lightning or
surge damage
Not connected
to Internet
(check router/reboot)

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3WEB APP SETTINGS & CONFIGURATION
Home Screen Settings & Configuration Screen
Settings Button
A. Manage Pets
B. Manage Alerts
C. Manage Collars
D. Manage Systems
E. Account Info
F. Contacts
G.Resources
B. Manage ALERTS
Turn Alert settings 'on'/'off'
• Wire Break
• Collar Battery Low
• On Battery Backup
• No Communication: Collar
• No Communication:
Transmitter
A. Manage PETS Displays SmartFence Collar
information for each Pet.
• Collar UID
• System location
Link to View and Edit your
Pet's Profile:
• Pet Name
• Photo
• Collar UID
• Gender
• Breed
• Size
• Date of Birth
Link to 'Add Pet' screen

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WEB APP SETTINGS & CONFIGURATION
Click the ‘Doghouse’ icon in the upper left corner
to return to the Home screen.
C. Manage COLLARS
Displays SmartFence Collar
information.
• Collar UID
• Training Level (pg 28)
• Frequency
• Pet's Name
• System Location
Link to Edit your Pet's Collar
information
• Collar UID
• System Location
Link to 'Add Collar' screen
D. Manage SYSTEMS
Displays SmartFence System
information
• Portal UID
• Transmitter UID
• Collar UID
Displays Transmitter information
(pg 25)
• Training Mode
• Rate
• Range
• Frequency
Link to Edit/Update your System
information
• System Name
• Dealer ID Number
• Portal UID
• Transmitter UID
• Collar Connections
Displays your DogWatch Dealer's
name
Link to Add System

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E. ACCOUNT Info Displays Account Details
• Login Credentials
• Name
• Contact Phone
• Address
• Time Zone Preferences
Link to Edit your Account
information
• Email Address
• Change Password
• Name
• Cell Phone Number
• Address
• Time Zone
F. Manage CONTACTS Displays your Contact information
and other Contacts you have
added to the WebApp
• Name
• Phone
• Email
Allows you to turn text and/or email
Alerts 'on'/'off'for each Contact
Link to Add Contact screen
• Name
• Phone
• Email
Call your DogWatch Dealer
WEB APP SETTINGS & CONFIGURATION
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G. RESOURCES
Link to important resources on the
full website
• QuickStart Guide
• Owner's Guide
• FAQ's
• Training Tips
• Troubleshooting
• Warranty Information
RESOURCES
QUICK START GUIDE
OWNER'S GUIDE
FAQ'S
TRAINING TIPS
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARRANTY
→
→
→
→
→
→
CALL DEALER

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On the Activity screens, you can see daily, weekly or monthly activity views of your pet's
activity levels.
Daily Activity View
ACTIVITY TRACKING
The SmartCollar™sends a new
Activity Update once every hour.
ACTIVITY TRACKING 4
The SmartCollar™is designed with the understanding that your pet will probably spend
time in parts of the yard that may be beyond the transmission range of your SmartFence™
Communication Portal. That's OK!
If your dog is beyond the transmission range of the Portal, the activity data is not
lost. It is stored inside of the collar until the dog is back within range and the collar
reconnects. The collar will store up to 12 hours of activity data. When the collar
reconnects to the Portal, the stored data will be added to your activity
graph during the next hourly update.
 The Collar does not need to be in transmission range of the Portal for
the Hidden Fence to work. The Hidden Fence signal from your boundary wire
continues to work even when the collar is not connected to Portal.
The Activity Tracker provides a graphic representation of
your pet's general activity levels throughout the day. The
SmartCollar™ reports hourly to show you if your pet was
mostly:
Very Active
Moderately Active
Lightly Active
Resting
You can view the current 24 hour period, the past 24 hours,
or you can look back to view weekly and monthly trends.
Click the ‘Doghouse’ icon in the upper left corner
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SMARTFENCE INFORMATION & ALERTS
SMARTCOLLAR™INFORMATION
Collar UID Identifies which collar you are viewing
Training Level Shows the current correction level setting (pg 28)
Frequency Level Shows the frequency setting (4 or 8 KHz)
Pet Name Identifies the pet you have associated with this collar UID
System Identifies which system is connected (home, lake house, etc.)
ALERT NOTIFICATIONS ALERT
Red Paw +
Red Alert Bar
SmartCollar Status
Green
Collar is connected
to Communication
Portal and working
properly
Red
 Low Battery
 Dead Battery
 Chew/Damage
 Out of Range
 No communication
The collar sends a new status update to the Portal once an hour. Therefore,
it may take up to 1 hour for the new Collar settings to display in the WebApp.
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LOW BATTERY
A 'Low Battery' alert is sent when the SmartCollar
battery is low and should be replaced.
A notification will appear on the WebApp and will
disappear when the battery is replaced.
NO COMMUNICATION
A 'No Communication' alert is sent when the Portal
has not received an update from the SmartCollar
in the past ten (10) hours.
'No Communication' could be caused by:
• the SmartCollar not connecting to the Portal
• the SmartCollar being out of range of the
Portal for more than 10 hours
• a dead battery
• a damaged receiver (e.g., from a dog chew
or water in the receiver)
A notification will appear on the WebApp and will
disappear when the SmartCollar reconnects to the
Portal.
Hi John, it appears that Maxwell’s
collar battery is getting low. Give
DogWatch a call @ 800-793-3436
to order a new battery. Thanks!
Hi John, there have been no
recent updates from Maxwell’s
collar. Please check to be sure
the battery is live and it is working
properly. Call 800-793-3436 for
assistance!
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• To prevent skin irritation, remove the collar at night and/or when not in use.
• The SmartCollar is not a GPS collar and will not track the location of your
pet.
ALERT MESSAGES (SmartCollar)
You can choose to receive Alert Messages via Text Message or Email - or both.
• To set your Alert Message preferences, click the button then select ALERTS.
• To set your Text or Email preferences, click the button then select CONTACTS.