Havahart Custom-Shape Select 5144GSEL User manual

Model 5144GSEL
Quick Setup Guide
Ensure that the following components are included with your System. If a component
is missing, please call 1-800-800-1819, OPTION 453.
Controller
Waterproof Collar
Master Base A
3 Bases (B, C and D)
4 AC Adapter Power Cords For Bases
Battery Charger
2 Rechargeable Batteries For Collar
Collar Probes For Short- and
Long-Haired Dogs
USB Cable
4 Screws and 4 Wall Anchors
Removable Wall-Mount Adhesive Strips
Heart-Shaped Collar Tester
USB AC Adapter
25 Blue Boundary Flags/75 White
Training Flags
Instruction Manual
Troubleshooting Guide
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AVERAGE SYSTEM SETUP TIME IS 2 HOURS
(DEPENDING ON PROPERTY SIZE).
Congratulations for completing the setup of your Havahart®Wireless
Custom-Shape Select Wireless Dog Fence.
You are now ready to start training your dog and enjoying your Fence.
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IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Proper training of your dog is the most critical element to ensure the successful
operation of your Wireless Dog Fence. Consult the training section of the
Instruction Manual once you have set up your Wireless Dog Fence.
Need Assistance? WE CAN HELP!
CALL 1-800-800-1819, OPTION 453.
Havahart®Wireless
Woodstream Corporation
69 North Locust Street
Lititz, PA 17543 | 1-800-800-1819
www.HavahartWireless.com
Covered by 1 or more of U.S. Patents 7,259,718, 8,726,846, 8,726,847, 8,779,925 and 1 or more U.S. Patents Pending.
Canadian Patent Appln. No 2,799,568. Rev 04-15
CTMSELQSG
Master
Base A Base B Base C Base D
PRIOR TO
INSTALLATION
Fully Charge the System
Controller and Batteries
for 3 hours.
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Welcome
Important Safety Reminders | Setting up the Bases
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It is important that you understand the image below before getting started.
•ROAMING AREA - Area inside the
Trigger Zone where your dog is free
to play.
•TRIGGER ZONE - Zone located
outside the Roaming Area that forms
the Fence Boundary. May be 6 to
13 feet wide. Collar correction
anywhere in this Zone
is acceptable.
•EXCLUSION ZONE - Target areas
on your property where you wish to
restrict your dog’s access, such as
a flower bed, pool or patio. Up to 4
Exclusion Zones can be created.
•ATTENUATION - Various objects such as mirrors, microwaves, flat screen TVs, electric power meters,
dense trees or outbuildings can interfere with the signal strength of your Wireless Fence. The part
of the Fence Boundary that is obstructed by an object may dip inward toward the Base, resulting
in a Fence Boundary shape that is slightly different than the path you walked and will reduce the
Roaming Area. The object between the Bases and the set Fence Boundary is said to attenuate the
signal (Illustration A).
Welcome
Congratulations and thank you for choosing the Custom-Shape Select Wireless Dog Fence
from Havahart®Wireless - the leading innovator of digital Wireless Fence solutions.
The Quick Setup Guide can help you get your Wireless Fence up and
running quickly and efficiently. Your Instruction Manual can be found at
www.havahartwireless.com/resources/manuals.
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IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Proper training of your dog is the most critical element to ensure the successful
operation of your Wireless Dog Fence. Consult the training section of the
Instruction Manual once you have set up your Wireless Dog Fence.
Illustration A
Important Safety Reminders |
To ensure the safe and effective operation of your Custom-Shape Select Wireless
Dog Fence, please read and follow all safety guidelines and instructions:
What you need to know for your pet...
•The Custom-Shape Select Wireless Dog Fence is designed for dogs older than
6 months that weigh more than 8 pounds.
•To help prevent skin irritation, vets recommend not leaving the Collar on your dog
for more than 12 consecutive hours.
•Always remove the Collar from your dog before adjusting any of the System
components or settings.
•Follow your established leash laws. There may be cases where this System will be
prohibited by law.
•Proper training of your dog is the most critical element in ensuring the safe
and successful operation of your Wireless Dog Fence.
What you need to know about your System...
•All Bases must be installed indoor, climate-controlled areas and should not be exposed to
moisture.
•Each Base must be plugged into a properly grounded 120V AC outlet.
•Changes or modifications to any System component may cause permanent System
damage and will void manufacturer warranties.
•The System is intended to provide safe containment of your dog; however, it is not
a structural fence.
•All components should be kept out of the reach of children.
•It is necessary to fully charge the System Controller and Batteries for 3 hours
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.
Need Assistance? WE CAN HELP!
CALL 1-800-800-1819, OPTION 453.
Woodstream Corporation 69 North Locust Street Lititz, PA 17543
Setting Up the Bases
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NOTE: Charge the Controller and both Rechargeable Batteries for 3 hours prior to
use. To charge the Controller, connect the Controller by the USB Cable (provided) to
your computer or use the USB AC Adapter provided.
Setting Up the Bases
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Installing the Bases:
•The best choice to place your Bases in on windows or the inside surface of an exterior
wall of your home, near 120V AC power outlets, spaced as far apart as possible, but a
minimum of 20 feet apart. Place one Base per exterior wall. Make sure the Bases are not
connected to an outlet controlled by a light switch.
•Look inside your home: DO NOT place Bases within 3 feet of metal objects, such as
mirrors, microwaves, flat screen TVs or home appliances. Place Bases at eye level or
higher.

Setting Up the Bases
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Setting Up the Bases
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•Look outside your home: DO NOT place Bases within 3 feet of electric power meters,
air conditioning units, downspouts, or large trees or bushes immediately outside the
wall. Move the Bases so that they have a clear, direct line of sight to the desired Fence
Boundary.
•Position Master Base A on the inside surface of an exterior wall. Using the removable
adhesive strips, mount your Base on the wall. Plug it in at this time. A solid green light will
appear on the Master Base A indicating it is on. Master Base A will beep once, indicating it
is powered on.
•Identify the locations for the additional bases (labeled B, C and D). These locations must
be a minimum of 20 feet apart, mounted in a clockwise fashion in alphabetical order.
Measure the 6 distances between the bases and use the chart below to record your
measurements.
•As shown in Illustration B, attach bases, in alphabetical and clockwise order:
Screen 1.0 Screen 1.2
Screen 1.5
Screen 1.6 Screen 1.7
Make sure your Controller and Batteries are fully charged before you start.
Activating the Bases:
•Touch the screen of the Controller to turn it on and press “Get Started” (see Screen 1.0).
•A “Charging Your System” screen will appear. Press “Next” (see Screen 1.1).
•Press “Bases” (see Screen 1.2).
•Two screens will appear to help in placing your Bases. Press “Next” after each (see Screens 1.3
and 1.4).
•Press “Locate” (see Screen 1.5).
• Select “Manual Setup” from the Advanced Setup Menu (see Screen 1.6).
• See the Instruction Manual for more information and complete screen shots:
www.havahartwireless.com/resource/uploads/custom-select-instruction-manual.pdf
Screen 1.1
Screen 1.3 Screen 1.4
MEASUREMENT CHART
Ato B:
Bto C:
Cto D:
Dto A:
Ato C:
Bto D:
feet
feet
feet
feet
feet
feet
TIP: For easier measurements, go outside the home to measure
distances between bases.
Activate the Bases in a clockwise fashion.
Illustration B
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ERROR SCREENS
Error Screen 1.0a
Bases are too close together.
Error Screen 1.0c
Bases not placed in correct
order.
Error Screen 1.0b
Bases have too much signal
limiting material between them.
Error Screen 1.0d
The Bases are located too close
to one another and must be
placed farther apart.
1. Master Base A
2. Base B
3. Base C
4. Base D

Setting Up the Fence Boundary/Trigger Zone Setting Up the Fence Boundary/Trigger Zone
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Setting Up the Fence Boundary/Trigger Zone
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Screen 2.0 Screen 2.1
Placing Fence Boundary Training Flags :
(see Illustration C)
NOTE: These flags represent the desired location of your Wireless Fence Boundary. Be
sure that the flags form an enclosed area and that your house is inside the Boundary.
Objects that attenuate the signal might pull the Fence Boundary in from where the flag
line was placed. This is normal with Wireless Fences.
Illustration C
Screen 2.4Screen 2.3
Screen 2.2
Recording the Fence Boundary/Trigger Zone:
•Start at a blue flag, press “Record” (see Screen 2.2), wait 10 seconds, then walk at a slow
deliberate pace while holding the Controller over the flags. Don’t allow your body to
block the communication between the Controller and Bases while recording your Fence.
•Slow down when walking around corners. Stop for 1 second at each corner if you want
the system to make a sharp corner point. When you return to the starting flag press
“Done” (see Screen 2.3).
•A congratulatory screen will appear. Press “Next” (see Screen 2.4).
•When selecting the location of your Fence Boundary, always keep in mind the 6 -13 foot
Trigger Zone that will surround your Boundary. Also be sure to plan your Fence Boundary
at least 61/2 feet from a roadway.
- Place the blue Boundary flags in the ground to establish the desired perimeter of
your Boundary.
•Once the flags have been placed in the ground, press “Next”
on the Controller (see Screen 2.0). The System will locate the Controller (see Screen 2.1).
Select one blue Flag as your starting point.
NOTE: For more information on Exclusion Zones, please see our Instruction Manual:
www.havahartwireless.com/resource/uploads/custom-select-instruction-manual.pdf

Setting Up the Collar(s) Setting Up the Collar(s)
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Setting Up the Collar(s) Setting Up the Collar(s)
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Installing a Battery:
•Remove the clear plastic wrapping from
the Batteries.
•Charge the Battery fully before using.
•Turn the Battery Cap counterclockwise to the
“Unlock” icon, remove it and insert the Battery
(see illustration D).
•Replace the Battery Cap, lining up the white dot on the Battery Cap with the “Unlocked”
icon, turning clockwise until the white dot on the Battery Cap is lined up with the
“Locked” icon on the Collar. The Collar Light will flash green. If it does not, shake the
Collar gently as the Collar is in sleep mode (see the Havahart®Wireless Collar Light Chart).
Activating a Collar:
•The System allows you to activate up to 2 Collars
using the Controller.
•Make sure the Collar you are activating is the only
Collar with Batteries and the only Collar turned on.
This keeps the System from tuning in on the
wrong Collar.
•Position the Collar near the Master Base A.
•Select “Collars” from the main menu (see Screen 4.1).
•Select “Add Collar” (see Screen 4.2).
•Press “Next” (see Screen 4.3).
Havahart®Wireless Collar Light Chart:
- Asleep OR
- Battery is too low OR
- Battery is not in the Collar
-Battery has good charge
-Low Battery
OR
-Boundary Breach
Collar Light ActionStatus
Off
Fast Green Flash every second
Red Flash
Shake gently and watch for the
Light to flash green. Make sure
a fully charged Battery is in the
Collar.
No action required
Charge the Battery OR
Return the dog to Roaming Area
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Collar Light
Screen 4.2
Screen 4.3
Screen 4.1
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Activating a Collar (continued):
•While gently shaking the Collar to keep it awake, press the Collar button on the
Controller screen that you would like to activate (see Screen 4.4).
•A congratulatory screen will appear (see Screen 4.5). Press “Yes” if you would like to
name the Collar.
Adjusting the Correction Level of a Collar:
•Select “Collars” from the main menu (see Screen 4.1).
•Press “Collar Correction Level” (see Screen 4.2).
•Press Collar that you wish to adjust (see Screen 4.6).
•Press “LEVEL UP” or “LEVEL DOWN” to adjust the correction level to the desired setting –
5 being the highest correction level and Tone-only being the lowest correction level
(see Screen 4.7).
•Press “SAVE” and a confirmation screen will display briefly (see Screen 4.8).
Screen 4.4
Illustration D
Screen 4.5
Screen 4.8
Screen 4.6
Screen 4.7

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Your actual Fence Boundary may not follow
exactly the steps you took when recording your
Fence. Your actual Boundary will be a point
within the Trigger Zone. These points strung
together will make up your Fence Boundary.
The Trigger Zone may be 6 -13 feet wide and a
Collar correction at any point within the Zone
is acceptable (see Illustration E).
To confirm the location of your actual
Fence Boundary and place the white
Training Flags, follow these steps...
• Set the Collar to “Tone-Only.”
• Extend your arm down and by your side. Hold the Collar
by the battery housing so that you can see the Collar
Light. Make sure that your body does not get between
the Collar and the Bases as your body may affect the
signal and cause the Boundary to shift inward.
• Walk toward a blue Boundary Flag while gently shaking
the Collar until the Collar beeps and the Collar Light
flashes red. To confirm the Boundary location, step back
until the Collar stops beeping and then walk forward in
the same direction until the Collar beeps and the Collar
Light flashes red again. Place a white Training Flag at
the beeping point (see Illustration F).
• Repeat the process by walking toward the blue
Boundary Flag about 6 feet to the right of the previous
Flag, verifying the Fence Boundary, placing a white
Training Flag, and then stepping back into the Roaming
Area.
• Repeat until the entire containment area is encolsed by
white Training Flags (see Illustration G).
If you are comfortable with the placement of the Training
Flags and the resulting Roaming Area, you can remove
your blue Boundary Flags. If you are not satisfied, you
may need to re-record your Fence to fine-tune the
Fence Boundary. You can also try to record a Fence using
the pause feature (see Instruction Manual for more
information). Please keep in mind the Fence Boundary will
not exactly mirror the path you walked (blue Flags) due to
attenuation of objects in the path; however, you will be
training your dog to the white Training Flags.
Testing the Trigger Zone/Placing Training Flags
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Illustration E = Trigger Zone
Illustration F
Illustration G
Fitting a Collar
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•Be sure your dog is safely within the Roaming Area and the Correction Level is
set to “Tone-Only.”
•With your dog standing comfortably, position the Collar high on your dog’s neck,
underneath the chin with the Probes centered on your dog’s neck. The Havahart®
logo should be right side up when you look at your dog.
•Make sure the Probes maintain contact with your dog’s skin.
- Collar is factory-installed with Long Probes for thick- or long-haired breeds.
- Short Probes for short-haired dogs are included.
- To change the Probes, simply unscrew the Long Probes and replace them.
Finger-tighten the Probes. Do not over tighten.
•Adjust the Collar to fit snugly but not tightly. You should be able to slide the tip
of one finger between your dog’s coat and one of the Probes on the Collar. The tip
of your finger should not be able to slip between the two easily, but with some
effort. It should be a tight squeeze (see Illustration H). Separately, you should be able
to slide one finger between the strap of the Collar and the back of your dog’s neck.
•Once the Collar is adjusted to the correct length, remove the Collar and trim the excess
using scissors (see Illustration I). With a lighter, melt the cut edge to prevent fraying.
Illustration I
NOTE: It may be necessary to trim the hair on your dog’s neck to ensure reliable contact.
NOTE: If your dog is going to continue to grow or grows a long winter coat, leave extra room
before trimming off the excess Collar Strap.
Illustration H