SportDOG PROHUNTER 2525 User manual

OPERATING GUIDE
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE GUIDE BEFORE BEGINNING

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Explanation of Attention Words and Symbols used in this guide
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T
his 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.
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RNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
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AUTION, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in harm to your dog.
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Not for use with aggressive dogs. Do not use this product if your dog is aggressive, or if your dog is
prone to aggressive behavior. Aggressive dogs can cause severe injury and even death to their owner
and others. If you are unsure whether this product is appropriate for your dog, please consult your
veterinarian or a certified trainer.
• This device contains Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) batteries; never incinerate, puncture, deform, short-circuit, or charge
with an inappropriate charger. Fire, explosion, property damage, or bodily harm may occur if this warning is not
followed.
• Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

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Please read and follow the instructions in this manual. Proper fit of the collar is important.
A collar worn for too long, or made too tight on the dog’s neck may cause skin damage. This is called bed
sores; it is also called decubitus ulcers or pressure necrosis.
• Avoid leaving the collar on the dog for more than 12 hours per day.
• When possible, reposition the collar on the dog’s neck every 1 to 2 hours.
• Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure; follow the instructions in this manual.
• Never connect a lead to the electronic collar; it will cause excessive pressure on the contacts.
• When using a separate collar for a lead, don’t put pressure on the electronic collar.
• Wash the dog’s neck area and the contacts of the collar weekly with a damp cloth.
• Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore.
• If a rash or sore is found, discontinue use of the collar until the skin has healed.
• If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
For additional information on bed sores and pressure necrosis, please visit the FAQ section for remote
trainers at www.sportdog.com.
These steps will help keep your dog safe and comfortable. Millions of dogs are comfortable while they
wear stainless steel contacts. Some dogs are sensitive to contact pressure. You may find after some time
that your dog is very tolerant of the collar. If so, you may relax some of these precautions. It is important
to continue daily checks of the contact area. If redness or sores are found, discontinue use until the skin
has fully healed.
• You may need to trim the hair in the area of the contact points or switch to the longer contact points to ensure
consistent contact. Never shave the dog’s neck; this may lead to a rash or infection.
• You should not make the collar any more tight than is required for good contact. A collar that is too tight will
increase the risk of pressure necrosis in the contact area.

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Thank you for choosing SportDOG Brand.®Used properly, this product will help you train your dog
efficiently and safely. To ensure your satisfaction, please review this owner’s manual thoroughly. If you
have questions regarding this product’s operation, please see this manual’s Frequently Asked Questions
or Troubleshooting section, contact our Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-0144, or visit our website at
www.sportdog.com.
To get the most protection out of your warranty, please register your product within 30 days at
www.sportdog.com. By registering, and keeping your receipt you will enjoy the product’s full warranty
and should you ever need to call the Customer Care Center, we will be able to help you faster. Most
importantly, SportDOG™will never give or sell your valuable information to anyone. Complete warranty
information is available online at www.sportdog.com.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
COMPONENTS .............................................................................................................................................................5
HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS.......................................................................................................................................5
KEY DEFINITIONS........................................................................................................................................................6
PREPARE THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER.................................................................................................................7
PREPARE THE COLLAR RECEIVER............................................................................................................................8
FIT THE COLLAR RECEIVER .....................................................................................................................................10
FIND THE BEST INTENSITY LEVEL FOR YOUR DOG...........................................................................................11
CHANGING STIMULATION RANGES ....................................................................................................................11
GENERAL TRAINING TIPS .......................................................................................................................................12
PROGRAM THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER ............................................................................................................13
MATCH THE COLLAR RECEIVER AND REMOTE TRANSMITTER.....................................................................18
PROGRAM THE SYSTEM FOR TWO-DOG OPERATION .....................................................................................19
PROGRAM THE SYSTEM FOR THREE - SIX-DOG OPERATION.........................................................................19
ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................................................................20
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.........................................................................................................................21
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................................................................22
TEST LIGHT INSTRUCTIONS...................................................................................................................................23
TERMS OF USE AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY................................................................................................23
FCC COMPLIANCE .....................................................................................................................................................24
BATTERY DISPOSAL .................................................................................................................................................25
SPORTDOG™ADD-A-DOG®RECEIVERS ...............................................................................................................28

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HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS
The SportDOG™PROHUNTER®2525 has been proven safe, comfortable and effective for all dogs
over 8 pounds. Consistent, correct use of this product allows you to reinforce commands and correct
misbehavior from up to two miles. The Remote Transmitter sends a signal, activating the Collar Receiver
to deliver a harmless stimulation. With proper training, a dog will learn to associate this signal with a
command. Like all SportDOG products, this model features adjustable stimulation levels so you can tailor
the stimulation level to your dog’s temperament, eliminating the risk of over-correction.
IMPORTANT: THE PROHUNTER 2525 HAS A RANGE OF UP TO TWO MILES.
DEPENDING ON THE WAY YOU HOLD THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER, THE
MAXIMUM RANGE MAY VARY. FOR CONSISTENT RESULTS AT LONGER
RANGES, HOLD THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER IN A VERTICAL POSITION AWAY
FROM YOUR BODY AND ABOVE YOUR HEAD. TERRAIN, WEATHER, VEGETATION,
TRANSMISSION FROM OTHER RADIO DEVICES, AND OTHER FACTORS WILL
AFFECT THE MAXIMUM RANGE.
Do not use this product if your dog is aggressive, or if your dog is prone to aggressive behavior.
Aggressive dogs can cause severe injury and even death to their owner and others. If you are unsure whether this
product is appropriate for your dog, please consult your veterinarian or a certified trainer.
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KEY DEFINITIONS
REM
O
TE TRAN
S
MITTER
COLLAR RECEIVER
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ANSMITTER
INDICATOR LIGHT
INTENSITY
DIAL
TRANSMITTER ANTENNA
TOP
BUTTON
MIDDLE
BUTTON
LOWER
BUTTON
TOGGLE
SWITCH
 NTACT POINTS
RECEIVER
INDICATOR
LIGHT
ON/OFF
BUTTON
REMOTE TRANSMITTER: Transmits the radio signal
to the Collar Receiver. It is waterproof and can be
submerged in water to a depth of 25 feet.
INTENSITY DIAL: Provides multiple levels/types of
stimulation so you can match the correction to your
dog’s temperament.
TRANSMITTER INDICATOR LIGHT: Indicates that a
button is pressed and also serves as a low-battery
indicator.
TOGGLE SWITCH: This switch is factory-set so that the
Remote Transmitter can control two Collar Receivers.
TOP BUTTON: This button is factory-set to deliver tone
without stimulation.
MIDDLE BUTTON: This button is factory-set to deliver
continuous MEDIUM stimulation
BOTTOM BUTTON: This button is factory-set to deliver
continuous LOW stimulation.
NOTE: Pressing both the Middle and Bottom Buttons at
the same time will deliver HIGH continuous stimulation
(toggle switch set to the up position).
CHARGING JACK: For connecting the charger. Although
the Remote Transmitter is waterproof without it, keep
the cover in place when not charging to keep debris out
of the opening (See Step 1).
COLLAR RECEIVER: Receives the radio signal from
the Remote Transmitter and delivers the stimulation,
vibration and/or a tone for correcting your dog. It is
waterproof and can be submerged in water to a depth of
25 feet.
RECEIVER INDICATOR LIGHT: Indicates when the Collar
Receiver has been turned on or off and also serves as a
low-battery indicator.
CONTACT POINTS: The contacts through which the
Collar Receiver delivers stimulation.
ON/OFF BUTTON: Momentarily pressing and releasing
this button turns the Collar Receiver on and off.
THE COLLAR RECEIVER IS CAPABLE OF DELIVERING FOUR TYPES OF STIMULATION VIA THE CONTACT POINTS:
CONTINUOUS: You control both when and how long stimulation is delivered, up to a maximum of 10
seconds. After 10 seconds, the stimulation will “time out” and the Transmitter button needs to be
released and then pressed again before additional stimulation can be delivered.
MOMENTARY (NICK): Stimulation is delivered for 1/10 of a second, regardless of how long the button is
pressed.
TONE: The Collar Receiver will make a rapid beeping noise when a Tone button is pressed.*
VIBRATION: The Collar Receiver will vibrate when a Vibration button is pressed.*
*Tone and vibration come preset and are not adjustable

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ER
CONNECTOR PLACED
IN THE REMOTE
TRANSMITTER
CHARGING JACK
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ARE THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER
CHARGE THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER
1. Lift the rubber cover protecting the
Charging Jack.
2. Connect the charger connector to
the Charging Jack.
3. Plug the charger into a standard
120/240-volt AC wall outlet.
4. Charge the Remote Transmitter for 2
hours for the first charge and every
charge thereafter.
Using Li-Ion technology, the Remote Transmitter
only requires a 2 hour charge. It is not harmful to
let the unit charge for more than 2 hours.
5. When charging is complete, replace the rubber cover.
NOTE: Approximate battery life between charges is 40 to 60 hours, depending on frequency of use.
The Remote Transmitter is factory set to mode 1 in the toggle up position (see page 14).
TRANSMITTER INDICATOR LIGHT
OPERATIONAL MODE LIGHT COLOR BATTERY STATUS LIGHT FUNCTION
Continuous stimulation or
Tone only button pressed
Green Good Light is solid in color
while button is pressed
Continuous stimulation or
Tone only button pressed
Red Low Light is solid in color
while button is pressed
Momentary stimulation
button pressed
Green Good Light flashes once
and turns off
Momentary stimulation
button pressed
Red Low Light flashes once
and turns off
Unit is charging Red Low Light is solid in color
while charging
Unit is fully charged
(charger still connected)
Green Good Light is solid in color
once the battery is
fully charged
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PREPARE THE COLLAR RECEIVER
CHARGE THE COLLAR RECEIVER
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HARGE CRADLE INDICATOR LIGHT
TO TURN THE COLLAR RECEIVER ON:
TO TURN THE COLLAR RECEIVER OFF:
Press and release the On/Off Button when the Receiver Indicator Light comes on solid (red) and the
Collar Receiver beeps for 2 seconds.
To extend the life between charging cycles, turn the Collar Receiver off when it is not in use.
NOTE: Approximate battery life between charges is 40 to 60 hours, depending on frequency of use.
1. Place Collar Receiver in Charging
Cradle as shown.
2. Place the appropriate charger
connector into the back of the
Charging Cradle.
3. Plug the charger into a standard
120/240-volt AC wall outlet.
4. Charge the Collar Receiver for 2 hours
for the first charge and every
charge thereafter.
Using Li-Ion technology, the
Collar Receiver only requires
a 2 hour charge. It is not harmful
to let the unit charge for more than
2 hours.
Press and release the On/Off Button when the
Receiver Indicator Light comes on.
The Collar Receiver will beep 1 to 3 times
depending on what stimulation range is
chosen (page 11). The default is 2 or medium.
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ERATIONAL MODE LIGHT COLOR LIGHT FUNCTION
No Collar Receiver on the Charging
Cradle but charger is connected
Green Light is solid in color
Unit is charging Red Light is solid in color while charging
Unit is fully charged (Collar Receiver
on Charging Cradle)
Green Light flashes once per second once
the battery is fully charged
ON/OFF
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CEIVER INDICATOR LIGHT
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ERATIONAL
MODE
LIGHT
COLOR
LIGHT FUNCTION BATTERY
STATUS
SPEAKER
FUNCTION
VIBRATION
Unit is turned on
via On/Off Button
Unit is turned on
via On/Off Button
Green
Red
Light is solid in color
during beep sequence
Light is solid in color
during beep sequence
Good
Low
Beeps 1-3 times
depending on
stimulation range
setting (2 is the
default setting).
Please see page 11.
N/A
Unit is turned off
via On/Off Button
Red Light is solid in color
during beep sequence
N/A Beeps for 2
seconds
N/A
Unit is on Green Light flashes every 2
seconds
Good N/A N/A
Unit is on Red Light flashes every 2
seconds
Low N/A N/A
Unit is delivering
continuous
stimulation
Red Light is solid in color
for as long as button is
pressed
N/A N/A N/A
Unit is delivering
momentary
stimulation
Red Light will quickly flash
once no matter how
long button is pressed
N/A N/A N/A
Unit is delivering
tone
Off N/A N/A Unit will beep for
as long as button is
pressed
N/A
Unit is delivering
vibration
Off N/A N/A N/A Unit will
vibrate for
as long as
button is
pressed
RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
• This device contains Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) batteries; never incinerate, puncture, deform, short-
circuit, or charge with an inappropriate charger. Fire, explosion, property damage, or bodily harm
may occur if this warning is not followed.
• Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the
instructions (page 25).
• Batteries should never be removed from the battery compartment for charging.
• Risk of explosion if batteries are charged in areas with high temperature (100° F+).
• The rechargeable Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) batteries are not memory sensitive, do not require depletion
before charging and cannot be over charged.
• The batteries come partially charged from the factory, but will require a full charge before the
first use.
• When storing the unit for long periods, remember to regularly give batteries a full charge. This
should be done once every 3 to 4 months.
• You should expect hundreds of recharge cycles from your batteries. However, all rechargeable
batteries lose capacity over time relative to the number of recharge cycles they experience.
This is normal. If your operating time drops to half of the original life, contact the Customer Care
Center to purchase a new battery.

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Collar Receiver or Remote Transmitter until you have received the replacement.
FIT THE COLLAR RECEIVER
IMPORTANT: The proper fit and placement of the Collar Receiver is important for effective training.
The Contact Points must have direct contact with your dog’s skin.
Please read and follow the instructions in this manual. Proper fit of the collar is
important. A collar worn for too long, or made too tight on the dog’s neck may cause skin
damage. This is called bed sores; it is also called decubitus ulcers or pressure necrosis.
• Avoid leaving the collar on the dog for more than 12 hours per day.
• When possible, reposition the collar on the dog’s neck every 1 to 2 hours.
• Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure; follow the instructions in this manual.
• Never connect a lead to the electronic collar; it will cause excessive pressure on the contacts.
• When using a separate collar for a lead, don’t put pressure on the electronic collar.
• Wash the dog’s neck area and the contacts of the collar weekly with a damp cloth.
• Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore.
• If a rash or sore is found, discontinue use of the collar until the skin has healed.
• If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
For additional information on bed sores and pressure necrosis, please visit the FAQ section for
remote trainers at www.sportdog.com.
These steps will help keep your dog safe and comfortable. Millions of dogs are comfortable
while they wear stainless steel contacts. Some dogs are sensitive to contact pressure. You
may find after some time that your dog is very tolerant of the collar. If so, you may relax some
of these precautions. It is important to continue daily checks of the contact area. If redness or
sores are found, discontinue use until the skin has fully healed.
To ensure a proper fit, follow these steps:
1.
With your dog standing (3A), center the Collar
Receiver so the Contact Points are underneath
your dog’s neck, touching the skin (3B). If your
dog has a long or thick coat, you have two
options to ensure consistent contact: either trim
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ou may need to trim the hair in the area of the Contact Points. Never shave the dog’s neck;
this may lead to a rash or infection.
• You should not make the collar any more tight than is required for good contact. A collar that is too
tight will increase the risk of pressure necrosis in the contact area.
2. The Collar Receiver should fit snugly, yet loose enough to
allow one finger to fit between the strap and your dog’s
neck (3C).
3. Allow your dog to wear the collar for several minutes,
and then recheck the fit. Check the fit again as your dog
becomes more comfortable wearing the Collar Receiver.
3C
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FIND THE BEST INTENSITY LEVEL FOR YOUR DOG
The ProHunter ®2525 has multiple intensity levels. This allows you to choose the stimulation that is
best for your dog.
NOTE: Always start at the lowest level and work your way up.
For training efficiency, it is important to find the right intensity level for your dog. This is called the
Recognition Level, at which your dog looks around in curiosity, or flicks his ears.
FINDING YOUR DOG’S RECOGNITION LEVEL:
NOTE: Every dog is different and you cannot predict where your dog’s Recognition Level will be. Watch
closely for any slight change in behavior that tells you your dog is feeling the stimulation.
1. With the Collar Receiver turned on and properly fitted to your dog, set the Remote Transmitter’s
Intensity Dial at Level 1 and press a Continuous Stimulation Button for 1 to 2 seconds.
2. If your dog shows no reaction to Level 1, go to Level 2 and repeat the process.
3. YOUR DOG SHOULD NOT VOCALIZE OR PANIC WHEN RECEIVING STIMULATION. IF THIS
HAPPENS, THE STIMULATION LEVEL IS TOO HIGH AND YOU NEED TO GO BACK TO THE PREVIOUS
LEVEL AND REPEAT THE PROCESS OR MOVE TO A LOWER STIMULATION RANGE (SEE BELOW).
4. Once you find your dog’s Recognition Level, this is the level you should use when you begin a
training exercise.
5. If you have progressed to Level 9 while searching for your dog’s Recognition Level and your dog
continues to show no response, check to see if Collar Receiver is snug against your dog’s neck.
Then go back to Intensity Level 1 and repeat the process. If your dog still does not indicate he is
feeling the stimulation, you have two options: you may either have to trim the hair beneath the
Contact Points or switch to the longer Contact Points included in your system.
If after completing all of these steps your dog still does not indicate he is feeling the stimulation, please
contact Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-0144.
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HANGING STIMULATION RANGES
The ProHunter ®2525 Collar Receiver comes with 3 stimulation ranges (low, medium and high). There
are 9 stimulation levels within each range, with 1 being the lowest and 9 being the highest.
The default range setting is 2 or medium.
To change the range of stimulation, follow these steps:
1. Make sure your unit is off.
2. Then turn the unit on by pressing and releasing the on/off button.
3. After the Indicator Light turns off and within 5 seconds, press and hold the on/off button for 3
seconds.
4. The Collar Receiver will then beep once and the Indicator Light will flash orange. This indicates Low
stimulation range. If Medium or High are desired, continue to hold the button until the number of
beeps/orange flashes equals the desired stimulation range shown in the chart below.
5. Release the button once the desired range is selected; the Collar Receiver will turn off.
6. Turn the unit back on. It will then beep according to the stimulation range selected in Step 4.
STIMULATION RANGE DOG TEMPERAMENT
1 beep Low Mild
2 beeps Medium Moderate
3 beeps High Stubborn
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GENERAL TRAINING TIPS
BEFORE TRAINING YOUR DOG WITH THIS PRODUCT:
You will have the most success using this remote trainer if you always remember to teach a command
before trying to reinforce the command with a remote trainer. We recommend that you read the
enclosed Training Guide and watch the enclosed DVD before training with this remote trainer. Your
training will be easier and proceed faster if you follow the guidelines in these teaching assistants. In
addition, always keep the following training tips in mind:
• Eliminate one misbehavior or teach one obedience command at a time. If you move too fast with the
training, your dog may become confused.
• Be consistent. Give your dog a tone, vibration or stimulation with each misbehavior.
• Do not overcorrect your dog. Use as few stimulations as possible to train your dog.
• Restrict your dog from situations in which he has a history of misbehaving unless you can supervise
him and use the ProHunter ®2525 for applying tone, vibration or stimulation.
• If you notice one situation in which your dog misbehaves repeatedly, set up this situation as a
training session. This will dramatically increase your chances of success.
• If your dog has a timid reaction to the tone, vibration or stimulation (especially the first couple of
times), do not be alarmed. Redirect his attention to a simple and appropriate behavior (i.e. a known
command, such as “Sit”).
• Never use the ProHunter 2525 to correct or eliminate any form of aggressive behavior. If your dog
exhibits such behavior, contact a professional trainer. Aggression in dogs is the result of many
factors – it may be a learned behavior or it may be brought on as a result of fear. Another factor
contributing to aggression in dogs is social dominance. Every dog is different.
At this point, your remote trainer is ready to use. The transmitter is factory set to mode 1 in the toggle
up position, but you may wish to change the mode to fit your situation. See Step 5, for an explanation
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AM THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER
NOTE: The Transmitter is factory set to mode 1 in the toggle up position. The mode of the Remote
Transmitter can be changed to fit your type or style of training.
TO CHANGE THE MODE:
1. Referring to the following tables, adjust the Intensity
Dial to the mode you want to use.
2. Turn the Remote Transmitter over.
3. Depress and release the mode button. When the
mode button is pressed, the Transmitter Indicator
Light will be solid in color. When it is released, it will
flash the mode selected.
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up position, adjust the Intensity Dial to Level 5. Once
the mode button has been depressed, the Transmitter Indicator Light will be solid, and once the mode
button is released, the Transmitter Indicator Light will flash 5 times. However, if you select mode
9 (ID Code), the light will remain solid in color once the mode button is released.
VX Y
E BUTTON
Z X
GGLE SWITCH IN
THE UP POSITION
TOGGLE SWITCH IN
THE DOWN POSITION

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in the UP
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TOP BUTTON
FUNCTION
MIDDLE BUTTON
FUNCTION
BOTTOM BUTTON
FUNCTION
1*
Tone Only Continuous MEDIUM
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on Dial
Continuous LOW
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on Dial
2 Vibration Only Continuous MEDIUM
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
Continuous LOW
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
3 Dog 1 Dog 2 Dog 3
4 Dog 1 Dog 2 Dog 3
5 Dog 1/4
Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
Dog 2/5
Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
Dog 3/6
Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
6 Dog 1/4
Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on Dial
Dog 2/5
Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on Dial
Dog 3/6
Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on Dial
7 Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(**Programmed level)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
Continuous MEDIUM
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
Continuous LOW
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
8 Dog 1 Dog 2 Dog 3
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IDDLE + BOTTOM
BUTTON FUNCTION
TOGGLE SWITCH
FUNCTION
UP/DOWN
# of Dogs
Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on Dial
Dog 1/2 2
Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
Dog 1/2 2
N/A UP: Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on dial
Down: Tone Only
3
N/A UP: Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on dial
Down: Vibe Only
3
N/A Dog 1-3 / 4-6 6
N/A Dog 1-3 / 4-6 6
Continuous HIGH
Stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
Dog 1/2 2
N/A UP: Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on dial
Down: N/A
3
N/A UP N/A
*Factory Default Mode
**Programmed Stimulation Level: When
this mode is entered, the unit will enter
level programming mode for 15 seconds
(LED solid green in color) allowing you
to set the desired stimulation level. While
the LED is solid, the user can set the
desired level using the intensity dial and
save it by pressing the top button. The
Transmitter Indicator Light will quickly
flash acknowledging your selection. If no
button is pressed within the 15 second
window, the previous value will be used.
If no level has ever been set then the unit
will default to the maximum stimulation
level.
***Program ID: An ID Code is the signal
identification between the Remote
Transmitter and Collar Receiver. You
may want to change the ID Code if your
Remote Transmitter is sending a signal to
more than one Collar Receiver; or if you
would like to set two or more Remote
Transmitters to the same Collar Receiver,
the ProHunter ®2525 offers you that
flexibility.
Once mode 9 is selected, the transmitter
will enter ID code selection for 15
seconds (LED solid green in color). If the
mode is entered and no button pressed,
the ID will revert back to the factory
programmed ID. For detailed instructions
on how to manually program one of 100
user ID codes, see page 18.

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Toggle switch
in the
DOWN position
TOP
BUTTON FUNCTION
MIDDLE BUTTON
FUNCTION
BOTTOM BUTTON
FUNCTION
1
Tone Only Momentary HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on Dial
Momentary LOW
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on Dial
2 Vibe Only Momentary HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
Momentary LOW
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
3 N/A Continuous MEDIUM
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on Dial
Continuous LOW
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on Dial
4 N/A Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on Dial
Tone Only
5 N/A Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
Vibe Only
6 N/A Dog 1 Dog 2
7 N/A Dog 1 Dog 2
8 Tone Only Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
Vibe Only
9 Tone Only Momentary HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
Vibe Only

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IDDLE + BOTTOM
BUTTON FUNCTION
TOGGLE SWITCH
FUNCTION
UP/DOWN
# of Dogs
Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on Dial
Dog 1/2 2
Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on Dial
Dog 1/2 2
Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on Dial
Dog 1/2 2
N/A Dog 1/2 2
N/A Dog 1-2 2
N/A UP: Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Vibe if V/T on dial
Down: Tone Only
2
N/A UP: Continuous HIGH
stimulation
(Level set by intensity dial)
OR Tone if V/T on dial
Down: Vibe Only
2
N/A Dog 1/2 2
N/A Dog 1/2 2

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TO MANUALLY PROGRAM THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER’S ID CODE FOLLOW THESE STEPS:
1 . Turn the intensity dial to level 9, flip the toggle switch up, and then press and release the mode
button onthe backof yourRemote Transmitter.This doesnot changethe mode,so thecurrent mode
will still be active after the ID change is complete.
2 . Once the mode button is released, the green indicator light will illuminate and stay on for
15 seconds.
3 . While the green light is on, turn the intensity dial to select the 1st digit of the ID, using 1-9, and
then press and release the top button. The green light will flash rapidly confirming selection.
4 . Again, while the green light is on, turn the intensity dial to select the 2nd digit of the ID, using 1-9,
and then press and release the top button. The green light will flash rapidly confirming selection.
The 2nd digit is optional, and if not desired, just wait until the green light turns off and refrain from
pressing the top button.
5 . At the end of 15 seconds, or after the second press of the top button, the green light will turn off
and the ID of the unit will be updated. At this point, the unit will be in the same mode it was
in prior to setting the ID.
6 . Upon changing the ID Code, you will need to match the Collar Receiver to the Remote Transmitter.
See Step 6 below.
NOTE: If you press the top button only once (skipping Step 4) the ID is still a two digit ID. The left
digit is defaulted to 1. For example, if you selected 6 in Step 3 and pressed the button only once, the
ID you get will be 16.
To return the unit to the factory ID follow these steps:
1 . Turn the intensity dial to level 9, flip the toggle switch up, and then press and release the mode
button onthe backof yourRemote Transmitter.This doesnot changethe mode,so thecurrent mode
will still be active after the ID change is complete.
2 . Do not press any buttons and wait until the green indicator light turns off.
3 . You will now need to match the Collar Receiver to the Remote Transmitter. See Step 6 below.
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ATCH THE COLLAR RECEIVER AND REMOTE
TRANSMITTER
To reset the Collar Receiver to work with a new Remote Transmitter or to reprogram a new Collar
Receiver to work with your existing Remote Transmitter:
1. Flip the toggle switch on your Remote Transmitter to the up position.
2. Turn the Collar Receiver off.
3. Press and hold the On/Off Button. The Receiver Indicator Light will come on, then turn off after 4-5
seconds. If the On/Off Button is released too early, the Receiver Indicator Light will begin flashing
as normal. If this occurs, start over and repeat from (2).
4. After the Receiver Indicator Light has turned off, release the On/Off Button.
5. Press and hold the Top Button on the Remote Transmitter until the Receiver Indicator Light flashes
5 times. You may need to hold both units 2-3 feet from each other before this occurs. Once the
Receiver Indicator Light has flashed 5 times, the Collar Receiver has been reset and will begin
flashing as normal. If the Receiver Indicator Light does not flash 5 times, start over and repeat
from (1).
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ROGRAM THE SYSTEM FOR TWO-DOG OPERATION
SportDOG™Collar Receivers can be set to respond to either the up or down toggle switch position.
A SportDOG Add-A-Dog®Collar Receiver must be purchased to train a second dog in two-dog mode.
Please refer to the back cover for compatible Add-A-Dog Collar Receivers for this system.
1. Program the Remote Transmitter to any of the modes found on
pages 14-17.
2. Then flip the toggle switch to the up position to program the first
Collar Receiver.
A. Turn the Collar Receiver off.
B. Press and hold the On/Off Button. The Receiver Indicator Light
will come on, then turn off in 4-5 seconds. If the On/Off Button
is released too early, the Receiver Indicator Light will begin its
normal flashing. If this occurs, start over and repeat from A.
C. After the Receiver Indicator Light has turned off, release the On/
Off Button.
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D. Press and hold the Top Button on the Remote Transmitter until the Receiver Indicator Light
flashes 5 times. You may need to hold both units 2-3 feet from each other.
3. Program the second Collar Receiver the same way using Athrough Dabove, but with the toggle
switch in the down position.
PROGRAM THE SYSTEM FOR THREE - SIX-DOG OPERATION
SportDOG™Add-A-Dog®receivers must be purchased to train additional dogs.
Please refer to the back cover for compatible Add-A-Dog Collar Receivers for this system.
THREE DOG OPERATION
1. Making sure the toggle switch on your Remote Transmitter is in the up position, program the Remote
Transmitter to mode 3, 4, 5, 6 or 8 (see pages 14-15).
2. Program the first Collar Receiver:
A. Turn the Collar Receiver off.
B. Press and hold the On/Off Button. The Receiver Indicator Light will come on, then turn off in
4-5 seconds. If the On/Off Button is released too early, the Receiver Indicator Light will begin
its normal flashing. If this occurs, start over and repeat from A.
C. After the Receiver Indicator Light has turned off, release the On/Off Button.
D. Press and hold the Top Button on the Remote Transmitter until the Receiver Indicator Light
flashes 5 times. You may need to hold both units 2-3 feet from each other. If the Receiver
Indicator Light does not flash 5 times, start over and repeat from A.
3. Program the second Collar Receiver using Athrough Dabove, but using the Middle Button in
place of the Top Button.
4. Program the third Collar Receiver using Athrough Dabove, but using the Bottom Button in place of
the Middle Button.
SIX DOG OPERATION
Making sure the toggle switch on your Remote Transmitter is in the up position, program the Remote
Transmitter to mode 5 or 6 (see pages 14-15).
For six dog operation repeat above steps 2-4 with the toggle switch in the up position for dogs 1, 2,
and 3; then flip the toggle switch to the down position, and repeat above steps 2-4 for dogs 4, 5 and 6.
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ACCESSORIES
To purchase additional accessories for your SportDOG Brand®ProHunter ®2525, contact the Customer Care
Center at 1-800-732-0144 or visit our website at www.sportdog.com to locate a retailer near you.
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omponent Part Number
3⁄4” Black Collar Strap SAC00-10816
3⁄4” Blaze Orange Collar Strap SAC00-10815
3⁄4” Blue Collar Strap SAC00-11921
3⁄4” Red Collar Strap SAC00-11820
3⁄4” Yellow Collar Strap SAC00-12795
3⁄4” Green Collar Strap SAC00-10817
3⁄4” White Collar Strap SAC00-12796
Collar Receiver (does not include collar
strap)
SDT[phone]
Remote Transmitter Only SDT[phone]
Antenna SAC00-13513
Contact Points (Short) SAC00-12571
Contact Points (Long) SAC00-12570
Battery Kit (Collar Receiver) SAC00-12544
Battery Kit (Remote Transmitter) SAC00-13514
Adapter SDT[phone]
Cradle SAC00-12541