DogWatch IB-200 User manual

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Product Features and Operating Instructions
DogWatch®IB-200
The IB-200 is a dual function transmitter designed to be used either
as a ireless unit that emits a signal directly from the transmitter
ithout the use of a boundary ire oorrit may be installed ith a
boundary ire to establish larger or multiple avoidance areas.
Set Up: Wireless / With Wire
The INT/EXT switch on the back of the unit allows you to choose your preferred application.
You cannot use
both applications at the same time.
INT allows you to use the transmitter as a wireless unit.
EXT allows you to use the transmitter with boundary wire.
Wireless: When using the IB-200 as a wireless unit (INT) place the unit in the area that you want your pet to avoid.
The signal range can be adjusted up to a maximum of 10 feet in diameter (5 feet in all directions from the
transmitter).
Avoid placing the transmitter on or near large metal objects.
With Wire: When using the boundary wire (EXT) you can customize your avoidance zone(s)
and adjust the signal range using both the Signal Range adjustment and by increasing or
decreasing the distance between the separated wires. See instructions on page 3.
EXT WIRE
Boundary wire
attachment
INT - Wireless
EXT - Wired
Power Status Light
Frequency
(for Dealer Use Only)
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IB-200 TRANSMITTER
TOP
BOTTOM
Signal Range
Power Status Light
The Power Status Light on the top of the transmitter turns “on” and glows
green when the transmitter is plugged-in and sending a signal. When sing
a bo ndary wire, the Power Stat s Light t rns “on” only when there is a
continuous signal loop. See instr ctions on page 3.
Note: The green light may be steady green or blinking green. This depends
of the Frequency setting of the transmitter.
Signal Range
Signal range is the distance the signal radiates from the transmitter or
the boundary wire.
•Turn the knob toward the ‘+’ to increase the signal range.
This increases the size of the signal field.
•Turn the knob toward the ‘-’ to decrease the signal range.
This decreases the size of the signal field.
Never adj st the signal range while yo r pet is wearing the receiver
collar. Always test the signal field and mark the edge of the field with
warning flags before allowing yo r pet near the bo ndary area.
Frequency
This switch controls the broadcast frequency of the signal. Your Dealer will
set this switch for your system. Do NOT change this setting. It is for
DEALER USE ONLY.

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Installation
TRANSMITTER
Place the transmitter in the center o
the boundary area. For example,
under a piece o urniture, on a
counter or near a doorway.
Increase or decrease the
range to make the area
larger or smaller.
BOUNDARY FLAGS
Place lags around edge o the
audible warning zone to mark
the boundary area. Gradually
remove the lags a ter your
pet is trained.
The IB-200 transmitter emits a radio signal that is detected by the receiver collar worn by your pet. As your pet
approaches the signal field of the boundary area the receiver collar begins to emit an audible warning beep. If
your pet goes beyond the warning zone the audible warning is quickly followed by a mild ‘correction’ - - an
unpleasant but safe sensation from the receiver collar. With proper training your pet will quickly learn to stay
away from areas that he associates with the audible warning.
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The IB-200 can be used to train your pet to stay within an area or to avoid an area. Set the signal range then
place the transmitter in the center of the area where you want to create a signal field or a boundary you do not
want your pet to cross. [NOTE:Do not set the transmitter on or near large metal objects.]
BOUNDARY AREA
(SIGNAL FIELD)
CORRECTION ZONE
AUDIBLE WARNING ZONE SAFE AREA
Unseparated boundary
wire no signal)
Transmitter
Multiple Boundary Areas Loop
Signal Fields Twisted end of
boundary wire
Wireless (No Boundary Wire)
Wired Installation
■All wires should be placed so that they do not
interfere with normal household activities.
■Carefully plan the location where you want to
create the signal field(s) (see diagram). Boundary
wire that is not separated to create a signal field
may emit a slight radio signal which could
activate the receiver collar if your pet lies directly
on top of the wire.
■Do not install boundary wires next to baseboard
heating units as the heating units could pick up
the radio signal.
The boundary wire allows you to isolate one or more avoidance areas within your house that are off-limits to
your pet. Follow these general guidelines when placing the boundary wire.
Single Area Loop

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Troubleshooting
Training
■Establish your boundary area(s) and mark the edge of the Audible Warning Zone with flags just past where
the receiver collar picks up the audible signal. The boundary flags serve as visual clues for your pet while he
learns which areas are safe and which areas to avoid.
■Put the receiver collar on your pet making sure it is adjusted appropriately. It should be snug with the
contact posts touching the skin but not uncomfortably tight.
■Attach a leash to your pet’s regular collar and approach the signal field. As you near the flags shake a
boundary flag in front of him and firmly say “Watch out!” or “Careful!”
■Allow your pet to walk past the boundary flags. As he crosses into the audible warning area he will hear a
beeping noise. If your pet has already been trained to an outdoor Hidden Fence he may retreat immediately
when he sees the flags or hears the beeps. If he continues into the correction zone he will receive a brief
‘correction’ (a mild sensation that is unpleasant but will not harm your pet.) Immediately call out “Watch
out” and tug the leash firmly to pull your pet out of the signal field.
■Again allow your pet to approach the boundary flags. If he retreats when he hears the audible warning
reinforce the behavior with praise and affection. If your pet fails to stop at the audible warning repeat the
above. You may need to repeat this several times over several days. Allow for plenty of rest and play time.
■Each time you set up a new boundary area be sure to retrain your pet to the new boundary area.
If your pet enters the avoidance area without responding to the correction signal make sure that both the
transmitter and the receiver collar are “on” and working. If both the transmitter and the receiver are functioning
properly you may need to increase the signal range on the transmitter or the correction level on the collar.
Reminder:
Never adjust the transmitter while your pet is wearing the receiver collar.
■Check to make sure the transmitter is plugged in wall switches are turned on and the power light is on.
■Check the receiver by placing the test light on the contact posts while holding the receiver next to your
wireless transmitter. Avoid touching the posts. If your test light lights up your receiver is working properly.
■Ensure that the collar fits and the contact posts on the receiver collar actually touch your pet’s skin.
■Be sure the receiver battery is inserted correctly. Replace the battery if necessary.
Smaller
Signal Field
Larger
Signal Field
Twisted wire
completes the signal loop)
The boundary wire supplied with the transmitter is a double wire designed to be separated in the areas where
you want to create a signal field (the avoidance area). When the two wires are next to one another there is no
signal field.
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Separating the wires increases the size of the
signal field as well as the signal range (the distance the signal travels from the wire). A signal field may be
created in a single location or multiple locations on the wire.
The boundary wire must form a continuous signal loop for
there to be a signal field. To accomplish this you must strip
and twist the final ends of the boundary wire together.
The Power Status light turns “off” if you have not closed the
signal loop or if the wire is bro en.
The boundary wire carries a harmless radio signal. You do not
need to worry about an electrical shock from the wires.

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