High Tech Pet BT-3 User manual

Please Read All Instructions Carefully.
BT-3
Bark Control Collar

Pet Owner’s Notes
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The third generation Bark Terminator – III is a completely new and ad-
vanced Bark Control System with three different modes of bark or howl de-
tection plus the ability to select Shock or No-Shock with each mode. This
allows you to tailor your own custom training program for most any dog.
NOTE: Your collar is shipped with shock correction ENABLED! This is the
preferred way to start training your dog. However if you wish to DISABLE
shock correction please follow step 3) in the Quick Reference Section.
Battery Status Light Tone Speaker
Shock Status Light
Mode Symbols
Mode Selection Dial
Screw
Test Button
Insert Battery in Back
of Collar Press Battery
Firmly Until Flush
With Back
Done!
Quick Reference
1) Engage the battery by squeezing into the collar until it is rmly seated
and ush with the back of the collar. Consult the Installing the Battery
section for more info
2) With the collar removed from the dog, and while not touching the two
shock probes, press the system TEST Button and observe the status
lights.

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Note: Repeat this test at least once a week.
Caution! When pressing the TEST Button avoid contact with the Shock
Probes!
3) ENABLE or DISABLE Shock Correction. Shock correction is easily
toggled ON or OFF. Do this only with the collar removed from the dog!
A. Press the TEST Button and verify the BATT light illuminates. Also
determine if the SHOCK is ON or OFF. Then if you need to change
it, do the following:
B. Press and hold the TEST Button for 7 seconds, until the SHOCK light
toggles from ON to OFF, or from OFF to ON.
C Repeat this step at any time to toggle to the opposite setting.
4) Select the Desired Detection Mode. Do this by turning the dial until
the arrow aligns with the correct Mode Symbol as listed below.
Note: If dial will not rotate, loosen the screw ½ turn, then rotate the dial.
When done re-tighten the screw ½ turn. This seals the collar against
rain.
TEST Button
Indications
ACTION
BATT Status Light
Solid Red Battery is Good
Blinking Red Battery is Low Replace Battery
Soon
None Battery is Dead (or System
Failed)
Replace Battery
SHOCK Status Light
Solid or Blinking Red Shock is ENABLED and
circuit is working properly
None Shock is DISABLED or
circuit has failed

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Symbol Mode Description
X Normal Generates a correction with any
detected bark. It does not however
respond to howling.
O Anti-Intruder ™ Generates a normal correction to a
normal bark. But ignores “rapid-bark-
ing” when an intruder or threatening
condition is present.
[] Howl-Prevention Generates correction to any loud noise
– a bark or a howl, or even a car horn.
This mode requires the environment
to be free of loud background sounds.
See the Details Section for more
specics.
5) Attaching the Collar to Your Dog
With the probes against the dog’s throat, adjust the collar strap so the
probes are touching the skin with moderate pressure, but not be so
tight as to physically harm the dog’s neck or cause choking. Consult
the Details Section for more specics.

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How the BT-3 Works
Corrections
When the collar detects a bark or howl it generates an annoying “correc-
tion” which always consists of an audible tone and, if enabled, a low cur-
rent shock to the dog’s throat area. The dog learns that the annoyance
goes away when they stop barking or howling.
Progressive Corrections
The number and frequency of corrections progressively increases if the
dog keeps barking or howling. The rst correction is just a short tone to
get the dogs attention, but following corrections add shock (if enabled)
and multiple pulses if the dog continues to bark or howl.
Automatic Correction Reduction
As the dog’s barking slows the processor automatically reduces the fre-
quency and intensity of the corrections. When there is no barking/howl-
ing for 30 seconds, the correction is reduced to it’s minimum.
Panic Recovery Period
If the dog happens to panic and bark or howl uncontrollably for more
than 15 seconds, the processor disables all corrections for a 20 second
recovery period to let the dog calm down.
Bark vs. Noise
Detection of a bark is relatively reliable in the BT-3 due to the internal
digital processing. However any very loud sound that has the same
amplitude envelope and duration of a normal dog bark can be miss-
interpreted as a bark and generate an unnecessary correction. This
is confusing to the dog. Therefore when you rst start using a BT3 we
recommend you avoid locations where there is chance of loud sounds
triggering the collar. This includes areas such as automotive repair
shops, and construction zones.
The No-Bark Reward
If your dog has not barked in a long time, the rst bark or loud noise will
not trigger a correction. This feature prevents generation of an unneces-
sary correction to a random event such as something falling and creating
a loud noise. This feature is implemented in the Normal and Anti-IntruderTM
modes, but not the Howl-Prevention mode.
Continuous Status Indicators
During normal operation, the BATT and SHOCK lights will ash in syn-
chronization with every tone and shock correction respectively. This may
be used to visually observe the corrections if you cannot hear the tone.

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Using the Collar
Recommended Bark Control Program
Step 1
Start by selecting the Normal Mode, and enable SHOCK Correction.
(See the Quick Reference section)
With this setting the rst detected bark produces only a short corrective
tone to get the dog’s attention. Subsequent barks produce increasingly
more frequent and longer sequential tones and shocks (if enabled) so
it becomes more annoying for the dog to continue barking. If however
the dog continues to bark because it is frightened or confused, the intel-
ligent processing will shutoff all corrections for 20 seconds to let the dog
recover.
Step 2
When the dog is responding well to the training, you may choose to
select the Anti-Intruder Mode™. This mode allows the dog to bark when
it feels threatened, without receiving a correction.
Most dogs instinctively “rapid-bark” when threatened. This
consists of a group of three or more joined barks in one
breath. The BT-3 super intelligent Anti-Intruder™ mode
ignores any rapid bark group of three or more barks, and
allows your dog to respond to an intruder without receiving a
correction.
If your dog develops a habit of rapid barking when there is no danger
present, go back to Step 1 to break this habit.
Step 3
When your dog is completely broken from the habit of barking, you may
try disabling SHOCK Correction. The collar will still produce correc-
tion tones when a bark is detected, and the dog by now has a strong
association of the tone with a shock. So the tone should be enough to
snap them out of unconscious barking. Tone-only correction is also less
stressful to the dog when an external sound triggers an unnecessary
correction. However if the dog ever reverts back to uncontrolled barking,
re-enable SHOCK Correction.

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Recommended Howl Control Program
Note: A dog’s howl is not like a bark. It has no denitive length of time or
frequency, so it is much harder to distinguish between a howl and a loud
noise. It is therefore important that initially you use the Howl-Prevention
Mode only in a quiet environment with no loud background noise. We also
recommend you disable SHOCK whenever using this mode around other
dogs or young children who can trigger an unnecessary correction.
Step 1
Start by selecting the Howl-Prevention Mode, and disable SHOCK
Correction (See the Quick Reference section). With these setting the rst
detected howl or bark produces only a short corrective tone to get the
dog’s attention. Continued howling or subsequent barks produce increas-
ingly more frequent and longer sequential tones. For some dogs the tone
itself is distracting enough to reduce or even solve the problem.
Observe your dog for the rst day or two to make sure a correction tone
is only generated when the dog is barking or howling. If unnecessary
corrections are being generated then you should not proceed to the next
step. Rather identify and remove what ever is producing the loud noise
that triggers a correction.
Step 2
When you conrm there are no unnecessary corrections, enable SHOCK
Correction. Now responses to a howl or bark will consist of tone and
shock, starting with very short and mild pulses and progressively
increasing to more frequent and intense pulses. If however the dog contin-
ues to howl, bark or cry because it is frightened or confused, the intelligent
processing will shutoff all corrections for 20 seconds to let the dog recover.
If you ever notice the collar is generating unnecessary corrections when
the dog is not howling or barking, immediately remove the collar or
disable SHOCK Correction, and go back to Step1.
Step 3
When your dog is completely broken from the habit of howling and bark-
ing, you may try disabling SHOCK Correction. The collar will still produce
correction tones, and the dog by now has a strong association between
the tone and a shock. So the tone should be enough to snap them out of
unconscious howling or barking. Using the tone-only correction is also
less stressful to the dog when an external sound triggers an unnecessary
correction. However if the dog ever reverts back to uncontrolled howling
or barking, re-enable SHOCK Correction and go back to step 2.
If your dog has stopped howling but frequently barks, you may want to try
the Bark Control program (above) which is less sensitive to external noise.

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Training Suggestions
Whenever your dog is with a pack of other dogs, disable SHOCK Cor-
rection. That way if another dog triggers a correction it is only an audible
tone. Re-enable SHOCK when the dog is again alone.
Likewise whenever your dog is going into a noisy, or banging environ-
ment, disable the SHOCK. If you nd over time that this environment
does not trigger any correction tones, you may choose to leave SHOCK
Correction enabled.
Fitting the Collar to Your Dog
A. For the collar to properly apply the corrective shock stimulus, it is
very important that the electrodes make good contact with the ani-
mal’s skin. Fur between the electrodes and skin can greatly reduce
the amount of stimulus transmitted to your dog. For this reason, we
recommend that you shave the fur under your dog’s neck where the
electrodes contact the skin.
B. Two sets of Shock Probes are included with the BT-3; a long set
for thick haired dogs, and a short set for short haired animals. The
probes screw on to threaded studs in the bottom of the collar. Use
pliers if necessary to loosen or tighten the probes. Periodically check
to make sure the probes are still tight.
C. Place the collar around your dog’s neck with the housing at the bottom.
D. Fit the strap snugly but not so tight as to restrict breathing or cause
harm to the neck.
E. Make sure both electrodes are in good contact with your dog’s skin.
Use of a little skin lotion on your dog’s neck will improve contact. If
necessary change to the longer Shock Probes.
F. Once you have determined the proper t, mark the strap and cut off
the excess length.

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Installing / Replacing the Battery Pack
The replaceable battery pack installs at the bottom of the unit, between
the Shock Probes. Note that there is a small tongue on the battery pack
that lines up with a groove in the collar casing. This is to ensure that the
battery pack is installed correctly. Line up the tongue with the groove and
push rmly. You will hear two clicks as the battery pack snaps into place.
To remove the battery pack, squeeze together the two nger tabs on each
side of the battery pack and pull it out of the casing.
Replacement B-3V8 battery packs are available at www.hightechpet.com.
This popular battery is also used with other High Tech Pet products.
Battery Life
The custom 8-cell battery pack will last two about months when few cor-
rections are generated, and about two weeks during the initial training
when a lot of corrections are generated.
Battery life is extended if you disengage the battery when it is not being
used. To do this squeeze together the two nger tabs on each side of
the battery pack and pull it out of the casing about 3/16 inch. Friction will
retain the battery in the disengaged position as shown here.
When the battery is disengaged, pressing the TEST button will produce
no tone or status lights.
Engaged (tab is in) Disengaged (tab is out)

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PART 5 – IMPORTANT CAUTION NOTICES
Dogs are Unpredictable: Because individual dogs have unique
temperaments, there is no way of knowing how your dog will react to
its introduction to the training program. For your safety and your dog’s,
initial training must take place using a training lead so that you keep
complete control over the situation. Also realize that an aggressive
animal could turn against the handler upon receiving the shock stimulus.
Therefore, if you feel your dog has an aggressive behavior or has ever
exhibited evidence of such behavior, we strongly suggest that you
consult a certied animal behaviorist before using this product as a
training aid.
Skin Conditions: A small percentage of dogs may experience a skin
condition called pressure necrosis, also known as contact dermatitis,
caused by the pressure of the two probes against the same place on
the dog’s neck for an extended period of time. This condition causes
an infection, creating irritation and sores. We recommend you check
your dog’s neck often to ensure that no such condition is evident. If your
dog has a history of sensitive skin, eczema, skin allergies or rashes we
recommend that you do not use an electronic collar. If you do observe a
skin irritation, take your dog to a veterinarian who may prescribe a local
ointment to clear up the condition. Bear in mind that it is not possible for
the shock stimulus emitted by the collar to directly damage your pet’s
skin. The electrical current output is simply too low to cause burning, or
any other type of cellular, skin or organ damage. The stimulus excites
nerve receptors only.
Neurological Conditions: In extremely rare cases, animals may have
neurological disorders such as epilepsy. You should be certain that your
dog does not suffer from such a disease before using any type of sonic,
or shock stimulus training collar. Also, make sure that your dog does not
suffer from heart disease or any other chronic condition and be assured
that your pet is in generally good health before using this product.

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