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GETTING STARTED
Understanding Motion Sensors
For testing purposes, the Passport™motion sensor wire
should have been connected from the interior frame to exterior
frame at the factory. Before proceeding with the next steps, make
sure the motion wire is connected or the Passport™will not detect
the Passport Key™and open from the outside during testing (See
“Installation In a Non-Glass Door” Step 4F page 16 for
connecting motion sensor wire).
It is important to understand how the Passport™interior and exterior
motion sensors work and keep this in mind when selecting your
installation location. When the Passport™motion sensors detect
movement, they trigger the reader, which detects and reads the
Passport Key,™to turn on. The areas where the motion sensors can detect motion are called the Motion Sensing Zones. Where your pet is detected
within the Motion Sensing Zones can depend on your pet’s size and hair type, surrounding temperatures, and the location where the Passport™is
installed. For example, if your pet has longer hair, it may take longer for the motion sensors to detect your pet. Also, if your Passport™is installed in a
location with stairs on one side, the motion sensor will detect your pet differently on the side with the stairs than on the side without the stairs. Blind Zones
are areas where the motion sensors cannot detect your pet and the Passport™will not read your pet’s Passport Key™.
Check for Radio-Frequency Interference
Prior to installation, it is recommended to set-up, program and test the Passport Pet Access Smart System™in the intended installation location or
application to check for possible radio-frequency interferences. These interferences could negatively affect the Passport™from working properly and
receiving the signal of the Passport Key™. Common household appliances and electronic products should be located at least two feet (61cm) away
from the location where the Passport™will be installed. Typical household products to consider are microwaves, televisions, wireless telephones,
computers, garage door openers and hand-held electronic devices such as remote controls or game stations.
Select Installation Location
The Passport™must be installed in a location where the LCD screen, battery compartment and power adapter are not exposed to outside elements
such as rain or snow. The power adapter is for inside use only. It is recommended to install the Passport™in a location where prolonged exposure to
direct sunlight is not a factor. Passport™operating temperature range is: -5° F to 131° F (-20.5° C to 55° C).
Go to location where you plan to install the Passport™. Place the Passport™directly in front of door or desired installation location in the upright
position. Make sure the Passport™is vertical and not leaning so flap will operate properly. If using supplied power adapter, find closest power
outlet. Plug in adapter to power the pet door. The power adapter cord is 6’ in length. If power adapter cord will not reach closest outlet, you
will need a power cord extension, or to use the optional Passport™Rechargeable Battery (both sold separately, see “Replacement Parts and
Accessories” page 29) or find an alternative location to install the Passport™.
Keep the Passport™in front of the door or application in the upright, vertical position and proceed to “Initial User Setup”, “Program Pet” and “Test
Passport Key™” steps to continue to check for radio-frequency interferences and check the motion sensors.
Initial User Setup
A Passport Key™is required for your pet to be programmed to and access the Passport Pet Access Smart System™. One Passport Key™is
included. Additional Passport Key
™
accessories are available for multiple pet households (sold separately, see “Replacement Parts and Accessories”
page 29). The Passport™can be programmed for up to 20 Passport Key
™
accessories or pets. Have your pet’s Passport Key™nearby before
beginning the “Initial User Setup” steps. Programming is time sensitive with 30 seconds for the Passport™to read and store the unique ID of your pet’s
Passport Key™. If you are programming multiple pets, it is important to note which key belongs to which pet.
The Initial User Set Up and Programming Pet steps quickly get your Passport™ready for you and your pet to use. These steps can be completed using
the Passport™control panel or the Passport™Computer Application. To use the Computer Application, see “Connect Passport™to Computer” page 9.
1’–1 ½’ 1’–1 ½’
2½’– 3 ½’ 2½’– 3 ½’
Motion Sensing
Zones
Interior
Motion Sensor Exterior
Motion Sensor
OUTSIDEINSIDE
Blind
Zone
Blind
Zone
Note:
NOTICE
•The unit only operates properly while outside temperatures are greater than -5°F (-20.5°C) and less than 131° F (55°C). If operating
from optional rechargeable lithium-ion battery, the battery and battery compartment cannot be exposed to temperatures below 32°F
(0°C).
•Do not install in a location where the Passport™ interior frame, including the LCD screen and battery compartment, and the power adapter
are exposed to damp or wet conditions or to water or outside elements, such as rain or snow.
•Do not use power adapter in temperatures below 32° F (0° C) or above 104° F (40° C). Power adapter for inside use only.
•To avoid tripping, always position the power cord out of the path of foot trafc.
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