INVISIBLE FENCE Shields Gate User manual

Invisible Fence Indoor Solutions
Shields® Gate
Owner’s Manual
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Important Precautions
• Invisible Fence® Brand pet containment systems have contained over three million pets.
However, there are some precautions you should take.
• Read and retain manuals: Read the entire Owner’s Manual before using your new Shields
Gate solution. If you have any questions after reading this manual, call your local Invisible
Fence dealer.
• Adhere to all warnings and cautions contained in any Invisible Fence 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 the boundary. Therefore, Radio Systems Corporation™, as well as
Invisible Fence Distributors and Dealers cannot guarantee the system will, in all cases, keep
a customer’s pet from entering or accessing protected areas. Accordingly, if a customer has
reason to believe that their pet may pose a danger to others, or harm itself, the customer
should not rely solely upon the Invisible Fence 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 hear thunder, it is close enough to create hazardous surges.

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• To ensure long term success, follow all instructions provided by your Invisible Fence® Brand
dealer. Do not become overly confident if your pet has become conditioned to the Invisible
Fence pet avoidance system sooner than expected.
• Your Invisible Fence dealer has professionally installed your pet avoidance system and
ensured it is working properly. You will want to perform periodic maintenance checks to make
sure the system is properly functioning.
• Do not attempt to service any Invisible Fence equipment. Refer all service to your authorized
Invisible Fence dealer. Only your authorized Invisible Fence dealer should make adjustments
to your pet avoidance/containment system.
• All Invisible Fence systems are designed for domesticated animal use only. Never attempt to
use this product for any purpose not specifically described in this manual.
• The Shields® Gate 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 electronic pet containment system. The Shields Gate transmitter is designed for indoor
use only. For information on or about Outdoor Shields® products, please contact your local
Invisible Fence dealer or visit us at InvisibleFence.com. This device is not designed to operate
as a containment transmitter.
• Important: To ensure your pet does not receive an unintended correction, make sure your
pet is not wearing the Computer Collar® Unit when turning ON or adjusting The Shields Gate
transmitter.

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Table of Contents
Important Precautions ..................................................................................................................................2-3
Important Precautions .................................................................................................................................2-3
Components..........................................................................................................................................................5
How the System Works ....................................................................................................................................5
Operating Guide............................................................................................................................................6-10
Charging.....................................................................................................................................................6
Turning On and O ................................................................................................................................6
Control Panel............................................................................................................................................ 7
Shields® System Operation..............................................................................................................7-8
Adjust Signal Field Range........................................................................................................8
Verify Signal Field Range.........................................................................................................8
Changing the Channel Setting...............................................................................................8
Boundary Plus® System Operation...................................................................................................9
Adjust Signal Field Range........................................................................................................9
Verify Signal Field Range.........................................................................................................9
Multi-Area Avoidance.......................................................................................................................... 10
Programming the Computer Collar® Unit.................................................................................... 10
Linking Multiple Shields Gate Units Together..............................................................................11
Training Guide ................................................................................................................................................ 11-13
For Pets trained to the Invisible Fence® Outdoor Pet
Containment System .............................................................................................................................11
For Pets New to Invisible Fence.......................................................................................................12
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................13
Battery Disposal ............................................................................................................................................... 14
Perchlorate Battery ........................................................................................................................................ 14
Important Recycling Advice ...................................................................................................................... 14
Compliance .........................................................................................................................................................15

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Components
HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS
Shields Gate Transmitter
The transmitter is the heart of the system. It produces a signal that communicates with your pet’s
Computer Collar® Receiver to keep your pet away from unwanted areas. The transmitter creates
a signal field up to 38 inches from the unit and can be set to activate a Computer Collar as it
approaches the transmitter or as it crosses over the transmitter. The lightweight, portable design
is easy to use and powered by an internal rechargeable battery pack. You may use the included
AC adapter for locations near an electrical outlet. The AC adapter is also used for charging the
transmitter.
The Transmitter has four control buttons:
• Three under the bottom cover next to the display.
o Two for controlling the signal field range (+ & -).
o One for use when programming the Computer Collar to The Shields Gate transmitter.
• One on the top side of the unit for turning the unit ON and OFF during normal use.
AC Adapter
The AC adapter (RAC00-13701) is intended for long-term use or for recharging the Shields Gate transmitter.
Use the AC adapter to charge the battery pack for a minimum of 4 hours prior to first use.
Shields® Gate Transmitter
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Operating Guide
Important: Fully charge unit before initial use. To ensure your pet does not receive an
unintended correction, make sure your pet is not wearing the Computer Collar® Unit when
turning ON or adjusting The Shields® Gate transmitter.
Charge the Shields Gate
• Locate the charging jack on the front edge of the unit near the power button. Connect the
charger connector to the charging jack with the keyed side facing up.
• Plug the AC adaptor (RAC00-13701) into a standard 120 volt wall outlet.
• Allow the unit to fully charge before initial use and after prolonged storage. A charge time
of 2 hours is required for normal charging.
o The power button will illuminate red while charging.
o The power button will illuminate green when charging is complete.
• Battery life of approximately 30 days can be expected from a fully charged battery.
• The Shields Gate transmitter will give an audible chirp once every 30 seconds and the power
button will flash red every 5 seconds when the battery is low and charging is required.
Turning ON and OFF Shields Gate:
• Turn ON by pressing and holding the power button until the power button turns from red to
green (approximately 2 seconds). Release the power button. Unit will emit a single beep.
• Turn OFF by pressing and holding the power button until the power button turns from red to
OFF (approximately 5 seconds). Release the power button.
TOP VIEW
Power Button Motion Sensors
BOTTOM VIEW
LCD Display
Control Panel Cover Screw
Linking
Contacts
2 each side
Mounting Keyhole
1 each side
Charging Jack

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Control Panel
Turn the Shields® Gate transmitter over and rotate the control panel cover screw holding the
control panel cover. Refer to page 6; Bottom View image.
• Slide Switches
o BOUNDARY PLUS® /SHIELDS® Mode – Sets how the Computer Collar® will react to
Shields Gate. Set to Boundary Plus® mode, activation will occur as your pet crosses
the transmitter. Set to Shields mode, activation occurs as you pet approaches the
transmitter.
o 7K/10K FREQ – System frequency set by Invisible Fence® dealer.
o ON/OFF MOTION – Turns motion sensing on or o. “On” mode allows your Shields Gate
to go into a sleep mode that wakes as it detects motion to save battery life.
o 1/2/3 RATE – Sets the data rate of the signal. Used to increase battery life. Rate 1 is the
the slowest and consumes the least energy. Rate 3 is the fastest and consumes the most
energy. The faster the data rate, the
more consistent the boundary.
o A+B/B/A CODE - Data types used
to separate pet when unit is set to
Shields mode. This switch is unused
in Boundary Plus mode. Refer to
Dierent Rules for Dierent Pets™
technology section.
• Range and Program Buttons
o + & - Buttons - Used to adjust the
signal field range. Press simultaneously to lock/unlock the height.
o P Button – Used to program the Computer Collar® to Channel A or B when setting
Dierent Rules for Dierent Pets™ technology
Shields System Operation:
In Shields mode, your pet’s Computer Collar will activate as it approaches Shields Gate’s
oval-shaped Invisible Boundary® design. This allows you to protect large areas such as couches,
tables and entry ways. Shields mode also allows you to deny access to one pet while allowing
access to another with patented Dierent Rules for Dierent Pets technology. Ensure the
BOUNDARY/SHIELDS switch is in the Shields position.

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Shields® System Operation - Continued
• Adjust Signal Field Range
o Determine the desired location and the signal field range required.
• Wireless: 13 inch minimum up to 38 inch maximum signal field height.
o With the unit ON, press the RANGE UP (+) or the RANGE DOWN (-) buttons to increase
or decrease the signal field range. The first indicator equals 13 inches of signal field. Each
additional number represents approximately 6 inches of range.
DISPLAY APPROX. HEIGHT
1 13
2 19
3 25
4 31
5 38
• Verify Signal Field Range
o Holding the Computer Collar®, start
outside the range and move slowly
towards the Shields® Gate transmitter.
Do not touch the correction posts at
this time.
o The Computer Collar will beep as it
approaches the outer range of the
signal field width set in Step 2. The
beeping will be accompanied by a
correction.
o If the Computer Collar fails to beep,
see the troubleshooting chart on
page 11.
o Adjust range and/or relocate Shields Gate transmitter desired area is protected.
• Changing the Channel Setting on Shields Gate transmitter
o Remove the control panel cover. (See photo on page 6 for location)
o Press and release the RANGE DOWN (-) button until 0 appears on the LCD.
o Locate the switch for the Channel (A), Channel (B) and (A+B) Channel.
o Select the desired channel setting. Note: Shields Gate will not enter into programming
mode if the switch is set to A+B. See Programming Computer Collar on Page 10
o Adjust and verify signal field range.
o Replace the control panel cover and hand tighten the screws.
120% of height
120% of height
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Boundary Plus® Mode Operation:
In Boundary Plus mode, your pet’s Computer Collar® Unit will activate as your pet crosses over
The Shields® Gate transmitter. This patented technology allows you to position the transmitter in a
doorway to prevent entry into a room without impeding your pet’s movement near the transmitter.
Ensure the BOUNDARY/SHIELDS switch is in the Boundary Plus position.
• Adjust Signal Field Range
o Determine the desired location and the signal field range required.
• Wireless: 10 inch minimum up to 28 inch maximum signal field height.
• Signal field should be set to activate your pet’s Computer Collar® 10 to 16 inches above
where sits on your pet’s neck.
o With the unit ON, press the RANGE UP (+) or the RANGE DOWN (-) buttons to increase
or decrease the signal field range. The first indicator equals 10 inches of signal field. Each
additional number represents approximately 4 inches of range.
• Verify Signal Field Range
o Holding the Computer Collar 10 to 16 inches above the height as it sits on your pet’s
neck, start from the “In Bounds Side” of the transmitter and move slowly towards
the “Out of Bounds Side” of the Shields Gate transmitter. The Out of Bounds Side is
indicated by the charge jack. Do not touch the correction posts at this time.
o The Computer Collar Unit will beep as it crosses over the transmitter. The beeping will be
accompanied by a correction.
o If the Computer Collar fails to beep, increase the signal field until activation occurs.
DISPLAY APPROX. HEIGHT
1 10
2 14
3 18
4 23
5 28
IN BOUNDS SIDE
OUT OF BOUNDS SIDE
Charge Jack

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Multi-Area Avoidance:
Your Shields® Gate Transmitter and the Computer Collar® Unit are
preset to operate on Channel A (Code A). For homes with two or more
pets, this setting is usually sucient as long as all pets are required
to avoid the same protected areas like keeping all pets away from
the dining room, o the sofa, etc. In some multi-pet homes, it may be
desired to allow one pet access to an area while denying the same
access to another pet.
• When set to Channel A (Code A), Shields Gate denies access
to pets wearing a Computer Collar programmed to Channel A.
(Channel A is the default setting for the Computer Collar® Unit.)
• When set to Channel B (Code B), Shields Gate denies access to
pets wearing a Computer Collar programmed to Channel B.
• When set to Channel A-B (Code A + B), Shields Gate denies
access to all pets wearing a Computer Collar® set to Channel A or B.
Note: Your local Invisible Fence® Brand dealer can set Computer
Collars to not activate to any Shields® units.
Programming the Computer Collar:
This function is only used with devices set to Shields mode.
• Prior to programming ensure all Computer Collar® units are
removed from pets and are at least 3 feet from the Shields
Gate or any Shields transmitter.
• Follow procedure on page 7, changing the Channel Setting on
Shields Gate to select Channel A or Channel B for programing
into the Computer Collar. Once complete turn the unit back
over and set it down on a flat surface. Note: Shields Gate will
not enter into programming mode if this switch is set to A+B.
• Press and hold the PROGRAM (P) button while lowering the
Computer Collar from directly above Shields Gate.
• Stop lowering when the Computer Collar® Unit begins to flicker
yellow and release the PROGRAM button on the transmitter
when the Computer Collar begins to flash green.
• The Computer Collar is now programmed to the desired channel.
• Verify operation by turning ON Shields Gate and moving the Computer Collar into the signal
field. You will hear the Computer Collar beep when it activates.
Note: Make sure any Computer Collar® units you do not wish to program are more than 3 feet from
Shields Gate or have the Power Cap® Battery removed. Do not perform this procedure while the
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Linking multiple Shields® Gate units together:
This setup can be useful when covering larger open areas. A maximum of three units may be linked
together to create a uniform barrier. The units will work in a linked configuration whereas the first
unit in the chain controls signal field range and motion sensing.
Please contact your local Invisible Fence® Brand dealer to find out if the linking option is right for
you and to obtain the required hardware.
• Linking will require two (2) electrical contacts and eight (8) 3/8” #6 machine screws.
• Your dealer will assemble the units the first time
Training Guide
If your pets already understand their Invisible Fence system
If your pets already understand how to use their Invisible Fence system, adding a new area is easy.
If Shields Gate will be used for establishing Dierent Rules for Dierent Pets™ technology, please
go to the section on multi-pet households.
Once the signal field is established
1) Use the Invisible Fence training flags to mark the desired area. Flags should be set
6”-12” inches inside the signal field range. This will provide a visual cue for your pets.
Just as they learned what the flags meant when the pets were first trained, your pet will
remember that flags again mean they should avoid the area.
2) With your pet’s Computer Collar® unit in your hand, allow your pet to hear it sounding
when he is looking at the flags. Your pet should react immediately by moving away from
the designated protection area. Some pets may need to test the area a few times on their
own before they start avoiding the protected area altogether.
3) Always praise your pet for making the right choice and leaving the designated protection
area.
4) If your pet lingers in the signal field or ignores the signal field, please contact your
Invisible Fence Dealer. Your pet’s indoor correction level designation may need an
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Multi-pet households. Dierent Rules for Dierent Pets™ technology
If your new Shields® Gate system is used to keep only specific pets out of a specific area, an
enhanced visual cue will need to be created. For example, if Shields Gate is meant to keep your
dog away from your litter box, flagging the area would also deter the cat who have been trained to
understand the meanings of the flags.
1) Program the pets Computer Collar® units as instructed on Page 10.
2) Remove the pets from the designated area and set up the Invisible Fence® Brand training
flags (as above).
3) Add the new visually enhanced elements. The easiest cue would be to use blue painters
tape. Use 4-6” strips of painters tape between the flags on the floor. Painters tape can
easily be removed without causing damage to dierent types of surfaces.
4) Bring in the pets that are being trained to avoid the area and with the Computer Collar in
your hand, let them see the flags, tape and hear the tone.
5) Put the Computer Collar on your pet and let the pet explore the area. Once your pet has
had a few minutes to investigate the area, move the flags, leaving the painter’s tape in
place.
6) Bring in the pets that are not aected by Shields Gate and encourage them to explore in
the designated area.
7) The pets aected may try to approach the area, but will quickly retreat upon hearing the
tone. Always praise your pets for making the “Right” choice.
8) If your pet lingers in the signal field or ignores the signal field, please contact your
Invisible Fence Dealer. Your pet’s indoor correction level may need an adjustment.
If your pet is new to Invisible Fence
If you and your pet are new to the Invisible Fence system there are several considerations to
examine before you start training your pets. Your Invisible Fence Dealer has Trainers certified
in Perfect Start™ Plus training and can evaluate your pet to provide customized training that is
both scientifically sound and behaviorally based, as well as gentle and eective. Your Dealer has
a wealth of experience in training pets, including special diagnostic tools that provide the trainer
more control over the correction level, as well as enabling the trainer to access information about
how your pet uses the Invisible Fence system during training. This information helps the trainer
establish the right correction level for your pet.
Your local Invisible Fence Dealer has gathered information about your pet’s breed, life history, and
energy level. The Dealer will also have available to them specific information downloaded from the
Computer Collar as to how your pet(s) and the Shields Gate interact and protect the desired area.
This information will help your local Dealer to set a correction level that is appropriate for your pet.
Your local Invisible Fence Dealer may set up your pet’s Computer Collar with a shunt to reduce
the correction as training begins. If a shunt is used, you will be provided with directions on how to
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Troubleshooting
Shields® Gate
does not
appear to 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.
• Shields Gate power could be completely drained. Apply power
to the Shields Gate transmitter using the AC adapter to verify
operation.
• If using AC adapter for power, check connections.
• Check the Computer Collar fit to ensure posts have direct skin
contact.
• Ensure the Computer Collar is programmed properly to
Shields Gate.
LCD is black
• Operating Shields Gate in direct sunlight may cause the LCD
to overheat and turn completely black. The LCD will return
to normal when the temperature drops below 150ºF/65ºC.
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 Shields Gate to increase/ decrease signal field range. See
Step 1 on page 7 (Adjust signal field range).
• Metal objects may distort the transmitter’s range. Consider
alternate location for Shields Gate.
Computer
Collar does
not seem
to deter pet
• Check/replace the Power Cap in the Computer Collar.
• Check the signal field range on Shields Gate.
• Ensure the training posts are removed from the Computer
Collar after training.
Computer
Collar fails to
sound warning
beep
• Check/replace the Power Cap in the Computer Collar.
• Ensure the Computer Collar is set to same Shields Gate
CHANNEL setting. See Multi-Area Shielding Section on page 10.
Need additional help? Contact your local Invisible Fence dealer. Call 1-800-578-3647 or visit
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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 where it was purchased in order that it can be placed in
our recycling system. If this is not possible, please contact your local Invisible Fence dealer.

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Compliance
US and Canada
FCC ID: KE3-3002769
This device complies with Industry Canada rules. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to 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 o 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 dierent 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 NMB-003 du Canada.
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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