INVISIBLE FENCE Indoor Micro Shields User manual

Shields®
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Avoidance Solutions
Indoor Micro Shields®
Owner’s Manual
Please read this entire guide before operating.
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Important Precautions
•Invisible Fence®Brand pet containment systems have contained over two million pets. However, there are some
precautions you should take.
•Read and retain manuals: Read the entire Owner’s Manual before using your new Indoor Micro Shields®solution.
If you have any questions after reading this manual, call your Invisible Fence®Brand dealer.
•Adhere to all warnings and cautions contained in any Invisible Fence®Brand manual.
Explanation of Attention Words and Symbols used in this guide
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address safe use practices not related to personal injury.
•Not every pet can be trained to avoid the established boundary. Sometimes even a properly trained pet may cross
theboundary. Therefore, Invisible Fence, Inc., as well as Invisible Fence®Brand Distributors and Dealers cannot
guaranteethe system will, in all cases, keep a customer’s pet within the established boundary. Accordingly, if a
customer has reasonto believe that their pet may pose a danger to others, or harm itself, the customer should not
rely solely upon the InvisibleFence®Brand system to keep the pet from crossing the boundary.
•Do not install, connect, or remove your system during a lightning storm. If the storm is close enough for you to
hearthunder, it is close enough to create hazardous surges.
•Read and follow the important tips on how to avoid pressure necrosis in your Invisible Fence®Brand Computer
Collar®unit manual.
•Train your pet according to the instructions in the Invisible Fence®Brand training manuals. Complete all
stepsbefore allowing your pet to run free. Do not become overly confident if your pet has become conditioned to
theInvisible Fence®Brand pet containment system sooner than expected.
•Your Invisible Fence®Brand dealer has professionally installed your pet containment system and ensured it is
workingproperly. You will want to perform periodic maintenance checks to make sure the system is properly
functioning for yourpet’s safe containment.
•Check the Invisible Fence®Brand transmitter periodically to make sure it is operating properly. To do this, simply
bring theComputer Collar®unit to the edge of the signal field to verify function.
•Do not attempt to service any Invisible Fence®Brand equipment. Refer all service to your authorized Invisible
Fence®Brand dealer. Only your authorized Invisible Fence®Brand dealer should make adjustments to your pet
containmentsystem.
•All Invisible Fence®Brand pet containment systems are designed for domesticated animal use only. Never
attempt to usethis product for any purpose not specifically described in this manual.
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Indoor Micro Shields®solution. Please read and review this
entire manual to become familiar with Indoor Micro Shields®solution components and its operation. It is
strongly recommended you review this information before using the product.
The Indoor Micro Shields®solution gives you control over the areas a pet or pets have access to inside
your home. It is designed to work independently or to complement your Invisible Fence®Brand Boundary
Plus®and/or 800 Series digital electronic pet containment system. The Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter
is designed for indoor use only. For information on or about Outdoor Shields®products, please contact
your local Invisible Fence®Brand dealer or visit us at www.invisiblefence.com. This device is not
designed to operate as acontainment transmitter.
Table of Contents
Important Precautions..................................................................................................... 2
Components.................................................................................................................... 4
How the Systems Works ..................................................................................................4
Operating Guide................................................................................................................5
Charging...........................................................................................................................5
Adjust Signal Field Range................................................................................................5
Verify Signal Field Range.................................................................................................5
Changing the Channel Setting on the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter.........................6
Multi-Area Shielding.........................................................................................................7
Programming the Computer Collar®unit..........................................................................7
Training Guide.................................................................................................................8
For Pets Trained to the Invisible Fence®Brand Outdoor Pet Containment System........8
For Pets New to Invisible Fence®Brand .........................................................................8
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................9
Battery Disposal..............................................................................................................10
Perchlorate Battery.........................................................................................................10
Important Recycling Advice............................................................................................10
Compliance.....................................................................................................................11

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Components
How the System Works
IndoorMicroShields®Transmitter
The transmitter is the heart of the system. It is placed in areas you want to protect from your pet, or protect your pet
from. The lightweight, portable design is easy to use and powered by a rechargeable battery pack. You may use the
included AC adapter for locations near an electrical outlet. The adapter is also used for charging* the transmitter.
The transmitter sends a signal field up to 4feetin diameter or as a 2 foot radius.Your pet wears a Computer
Collar®unit that detects areas you have protected and delivers a correction when your pet enters those areas.
TheTransmitterhasthreecontrolbuttons:
•Two for controlling the signal field range (RANGE UP & RANGE DOWN). These buttons also control power
ON andOFF during normal use.
•One for use when programming the Computer Collar® unit to the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter.The LCD
display shows the signal field range and Channel A, Channel B, or Channels A and B mode.
ACAdapter
The AC adapter (RAC00-13701) is intended for long-term use or for recharging the Indoor Micro Shields®
transmitter. Use the AC adapter to charge the battery pack for a minimum of 4 hours prior to first use.
Note: A correction is a training term used to describe an action taken to discourage unwanted pet behavior. The
Computer Collar®unit delivers a correction when your pet enters a protected area or crosses the boundary of an
Invisible Fence®Brand system.

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Important: To ensure your pet does not receive an unintended correction, make sure your pet is not
wearingthe Computer Collar®unit when turning ON or adjusting the Indoor Micro Shields®
transmitter.
1.Charging
•To charge the battery, plug one end of the AC adaptor (RAC00-13701) into a standard wall outlet and the other
end into the power jack located on the edge of the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter.
•Allow the unit to charge a full 4 hours before first use. A charge time of 2 hours is required after the first charge.
•Fully charge the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter for 4 hours after storage.
•Battery life of approximately 30 days can be expected from a fully charged battery.
2.Adjustsignalfieldrange
•Determine the desired location and the signalfield range required (10 in/5
cm minimumradius up to 2ft /.61 m maximum radius).
•With the unit ON, press the RANGE UP(+) or the RANGE DOWN (-)
buttons toincrease or decrease the signal field range.The first segment of
the range indicator equals10 in / 25 cm radius of signal field. Each
additional segment represents approximately 3 in /8 cm radius of range.
•Once the range is set, place the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter in the
desired area.
3.Verifysignalfieldrange
•Turn the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter ON.
•Holding the Computer Collar®unit, start outside the range and move
slowly towards the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter. Do not touch the
correction posts at this time.
•The Computer Collar®unit will beep as it approaches the outer range of
the signal field width set in Step 2. Thebeeping will be followed by a
correction.
•If the Computer Collar®unit fails to beep, see the troubleshooting chart
found on page 9.
•Adjust range and/or relocate the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter until
desired area is protected.
Operating Guide
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4.ChangingtheChannelSettingontheIndoorMicroShields®transmitter
1. Press and release the RANGE DOWN (-) button until no bars
appear on the LCD.
2. Turn the unit over and remove the bottom lid by rotating
counter-clockwise.
3. Locate the switch for the Channel (A), Channel (B) and
Channels (A+B). (Figure 1)
4. Select the desired setting. Note: The Indoor Micro Shields®
transmitter will not enter into programming mode if this switch is
set to A+B.
5. Replace the bottom lid and turn clockwise until the lid stops.
Note: Ensure the O-ring is in the top housing and seated in the
channel before replacing the bottom lid. Failure to do so may allow moisture leakage and failure of
the device.(Figure 1)
Figure 1
Operating Guide
Channel
Switch
O‐ring

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Multi-Area Shielding
Your Indoor Micro Shields®Transmitter and the Computer Collar®unit are preset to operate on Channel A (CH.A).
For homes with two or more pets, this setting is usually sufficient as long as all pets are required to avoid the same
protected areas like keeping all pets away from the trash, off the counter tops off the sofa, etc. In some multi-pet
homes, it may be desired to allow one pet access to an area while denying access to another pet.
•When set to Channel A (CH.A), the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter denies access to pets wearing a
Computer Collar®unit programmed to Channel A. (Channel A is the default setting for the Computer
Collar®unit.)
•When set to Channel B (CH.B), the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter denies access to pets wearing a
Computer Collar®unitprogrammed to Channel B.
•When set to Channel A-B (CH. A and CH.B), the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter denies access to all
pets wearing a Computer Collar®unit.
ProgrammingtheComputerCollar®unit
1. Ensure all Computer Collar®units are removed from pets and are at
least 3 feet from the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter.
2. Follow procedure above, Changing the Channel Setting on the
Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter, to select Channel A or
Channel B to program into the Computer Collar®unit. Note: The
Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter will not enter into programming
mode if this switch is set to A+B.Turn the unit back over and set it
down on a flat surface.
3. Press and hold the PROGRAM button while lowering the Computer
Collar®unit from directly above the IndoorMicro Shields®
transmitter.
4. Stop lowering when the Computer Collar®unit begins to flicker
yellow and release the PROGRAM button when the
Computer Collar®unit begins to flash green.
5. The Computer Collar®unit is now programmed to the desired
channel.
6. Verify operation by turning ON the Indoor Micro Shields®
transmitter and listening for Computer Collar®unit activation.
Note: Make sure any Computer Collar®units you do not wish to program are more than 3 feet from the Indoor
Micro Shields® transmitter or have the Power Cap®Battery removed. Do not perform this procedure while the
Computer Collar® Unit is on a pet.
Operating Guide

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ForpetstrainedtotheInvisibleFence®Brandsystem
•Use Invisible Fence®Brand training flags to mark the
outside of the signal field range. This gives your pet a
visual marker, similar to how they learned the signal
field range of the outdoor pet containment system.
•Allow your pet to enter the protected area. By already
being familiar with the training flags and the warning
beep, your pet should react immediatelyby moving
away from the protected area. It may take several times
for your pet to recognize and avoid the protected area.
•Praise your pet for leaving the protected area.
•You may need to adjust the signal field range so
yourpet receives the warning beep earlier.
ForpetsnewtotheInvisible
Fence®Brandsystem
•Use Invisible Fence®Brand training flags to mark the edge of thesignal
field range.This gives your pet a visual marker.
•Use Invisible Fence®Brand correction post covers, or safety posts, on the
Computer Collar®Unit for the first training session. This will introduce
your pet to the idea of leaving the protected area when he hearsthe warning
beep.
•Attach a long lead to your pet’s collar strap and show your pet how to avoid
the protected area by gently guiding the pet out of the range when the
warningbeep sounds.
Note: Do not attach a lead to the Computer Collar®unit strap. This can
resultin Pulling the Correction Posts too tightly against your pet’s neck.
Attach a lead to a separate, nonmetallic collar or harness, making sure the
extra collarstrap does not put pressure on the Correction Posts.
•Praise your pet for leaving the protected area.
•Repeat this process until your pet reacts to the warning beep on their own
by moving away from the protected area.
•Remove the post covers, or safety posts, on the Computer Collar®unit.
Allow your pet to enter the protected area. Your pet should react
immediately to the warning beep and correction by moving away from the
protectedarea. It may take several times for your pet to recognize and avoid
the protected area.
•After training is complete, remove your pet’s Computer Collar®unit each
night to prevent irritation. However, if this is not possible, please check the
tightness of the collar each time you feed your pet by removing the collar
and then.
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Indoor Micro
Shields®does
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work
•Check for low battery (audible chirp once every 30 seconds and flashing LCD). If low
battery is indicated, plug the AC adapter into the unit and charge for 2 hours.
•Check/replace the Power Cap®Battery in the Computer Collar®unit.
•The Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter power could be completely drained. Apply power to
the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter using the AC adapter to verify operation.
•If using AC adapter for power, check connections.
•Check the Computer Collar®unit fit to ensure posts have direct skin contact.
•Ensure the Computer Collar®unit is programmed to same Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter
LCD is black
•Operating the Micro Shields®transmitter in direct sunlight may cause the LDC to overheat
and turn completely black. The LCD will return to normal when the temperature drops
below 150°F/65°C. Operating the transmitter when the LCD is black will not damage the
device.
Range is too
low or too
high
•Check for low battery (audible chirp once every 30 seconds and flashing LCD). If low
battery is indicated, plug the AC adapter into the unit and charge for 2 hours.
•Adjust the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter to increase/decrease signal field range. See
Step 2 on page 5 (Adjust signal field range).
•Metal objects may distort the transmitter’s range. Consider alternate location for the Indoor
Micro Shields®transmitter.
Pet seems to
receive no
correction
•Check/replace the Power Cap®Battery in the Computer Collar®unit.
•Check the signal field range on the Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter.
•Ensure post covers are removed from the Computer Collar®unit after training
Computer
Collar®Unit
fails to sound
warning beep
•Check/replace the Power Cap®Battery in the Computer Collar®unit.
•Ensure the Computer Collar®unit is set to same Indoor Micro Shields®transmitter
CHANNEL setting. See Multi-Area Shielding Section on page 7
Need additional help? Contact your local Invisible Fence® Brand dealer. Call 1-800-578-3647 or visit
www.invisiblefence.com to find your local dealer.
Troubleshooting

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Battery Disposal
Separate collection of spent batteries is required in many regions; check the regulations in your area before
discarding spent batteries. The Computer Collar®unit operates on one (1) Lithium (Li-MnO2) battery with a 3 Volt,
160 mAh capacity, replace only with equivalent battery that may be obtained from your Invisible Fence®Brand
dealer. The transmitter operates on 1 rechargeable Lithium Ion Polymer (Li-ion) battery pack with a 3.7 Volt, 420
mAh capacity.
Perchlorate Battery
Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Important Recycling Advice
Please respect the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment regulations in your country. This equipment must be
recycled. If you no longer require this equipment, do not place it in the normal municipal waste system. Please
return it to whereit was purchased in order that it can be placed in our recycling system. If this is not possible, please
contact your InvisibleFence®Brand dealer.
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Compliance
US and Canada
FCC ID: KE3-3002563
IC: 2721A-3002563
This device complies with Industry Canada rules. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subjectto the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
Cet appareil est conforme à la partie 15 des régles FCC. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage
radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Modification or changes to this equipment not expressly approved by Radio Systems®Corporation
may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a specific installation. If interference does occur to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and the Computer Collar®Unit.
•Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the Computer Collar®Unit is
connected.
•Consult the dealer, or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian RSS-210.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme RSS-210 du Canada.
Australia
This device complies with the applicable EMC requirements specified by the ACMA (Australian Communications
and Media Authority).
European Union
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with relevant EU Electromagnetic Compatibility, Low Voltage
and R&TTE Directives. Before using this equipment outside the EU countries, check with the relevant local R&TTE
authority. Unauthorized changes or modifications to the equipment that are not approved by Radio Systems
Corporation are in violation of EU R&TTE regulations, could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment,
and void the warranty.
This product is in full compliance with the provisions of the R&TTE - Directive 1999/05/EEC. The Declaration of
Conformity can be found at: http://www.invisiblefence.com/international/declarations-of-conformity.asp.
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Dealer Name:
Dealer Phone:
System Frequency:
Notes:
800-578-3647 (USA)
[phone] (International)
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All rights reserved.
Protected by Patents:
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7,278,376; 7,495,570
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