SportDOG TEK 1.0 GPS Tracking User manual

GPS TRACKING
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
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 without the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in harm to your dog.
NOTICE is used to address safe use practices not related to personal injury.
•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 regulations in your area.
•Batteries should never be removed from the battery compartment for charging.
•Taking your product apart can cause damage and void your warranty.
•Do not charge the batteries in areas with high temperature (100°F +).
•Keep batteries away from children.
•Using your TEK™Series Location System while operating a motor vehicle can be distracting.
Always pay full attention to operating your vehicle.
•Always be alert to your surroundings when navigating to a way point. Do not cross dangerous
terrain or obstacles as you move.
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Please read and follow the instructions in this manual. Proper fit of the collar is important.
•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.
•When using a separate collar for a lead, don’t put pressure on the GPS Collar.
•Wash the dog’s collar weekly with a damp cloth.
•Taking product apart can cause damage and void your warranty. Contact the Customer Care
Center for battery replacement service.
•Avoid using a high-powered radio (greater than 5 watts) in close proximity to the TEK™Series
Location System. It may cause irreversible damage to the TEK Series Location System.
•Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can damage plastic components.
•Do not store the TEK Series Location System where prolonged exposure to temperature
extremes may occur, because permanent damage may result.
•When storing the device for an extended time, store within the following temperature range: from
32°F to 77°F (from 0° to 25°C).
•Do not leave the device exposed to a heat source or in a high-temperature location, such as in the
sun in an unattended vehicle. To prevent damage, remove the device from the vehicle or store it
out of direct sunlight, such as in the glove box.
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Thank you for choosing SportDOG Brand®. Used properly, this product will help you track 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 90 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 .............................................................................................................................................................................6
HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS.......................................................................................................................................................7
KEY DEFINITIONS........................................................................................................................................................................8
ICON DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................................................................................. 10
MAIN MENU .............................................................................................................................................................................. 12
OPERATING THE TEK™SERIES.............................................................................................................................................. 13
PREPARE THE TEK SERIES HANDHELD DEVICE ............................................................................................................... 13
TO CALIBRATE THE COMPASS ..............................................................................................................................................15
PREPARE THE GPS COLLAR....................................................................................................................................................17
PAIR COLLARS TO THE HANDHELD DEVICE...................................................................................................................... 20
FIT THE GPS COLLAR ............................................................................................................................................................... 21
ADD YOUR DOG ......................................................................................................................................................................... 22
ACQUIRE GPS SATELLITE SIGNALS.................................................................................................................................... 23
TRACK YOUR DOG .................................................................................................................................................................... 24
VIEW DOG STATUS ................................................................................................................................................................. 26
NAVIGATE WITH THE COMPASS AND GPS TOOLS ......................................................................................................... 27
MARK YOUR LOCATION WITH WAY POINTS .................................................................................................................... 27
SETTINGS MENU...................................................................................................................................................................... 30
CHANGE GENERAL SETTINGS.............................................................................................................................................. 30
CHANGE COMMUNICATION SETTINGS............................................................................................................................. 32
CHANGE MY COLLARS SETTINGS....................................................................................................................................... 33
CHANGE MY DOGS SETTINGS.............................................................................................................................................. 34
CHANGE UNIT SETTINGS....................................................................................................................................................... 36
SET SYSTEM TIME ................................................................................................................................................................... 36
CHANGE DISPLAY SETTINGS................................................................................................................................................ 37
USE VEHICLE MODE................................................................................................................................................................. 38
RESET HANDHELD DEVICE .................................................................................................................................................... 39
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS....................................................................................................................................... 40
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................................ 42
TERMS OF USE AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY .............................................................................................................. 43
FCC COMPLIANCE.................................................................................................................................................................... 44
BATTERY DISPOSAL................................................................................................................................................................ 45
INDEX .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
ADD-A-DOG®............................................................................................................................................................................. 48
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COMPONENTS
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HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS
The SportDOG Brand®TEK™Series Location System has been proven safe, comfortable and
effective for all dogs over 8 pounds. Consistent, correct use of this product allows you to track your
dog from up to 7 miles. The Handheld Device receives your location from its built-in GPS antenna
and receives location updates from the antenna mounted on the GPS Collar to track the location of
your dog.
IMPORTANT : THE TEK SERIES LOCATION SYSTEM HAS A RANGE OF UP
TO 7 MILES. DEPENDING ON THE WAY YOU HOLD THE HANDHELD DEVICE,
THE MAXIMUM RANGE MAY VARY. FOR CONSISTENT RESULTS AT
LONGER RANGES, HOLD THE HANDHELD DEVICE IN A VERTICAL POSITION
AWAY FROM YOUR BODY AND ABOVE YOUR HEAD. TERRAIN, WEATHER,
VEGETATION, TRANSMISSIONS FROM OTHER RADIO DEVICES, AND OTHER
FACTORS WILL AFFECT THE MAXIMUM RANGE.
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KEY DEFINITIONS
BACK
BUTTON
GPS ANTENNA
ON/OFF BUTTON
HANDHELD DEVICE
ANTENNA
TRACKING
BUTTON
MENU
SELECTION PAD
DISPLAY
CHARGING
JACK
STIM
BUTTON 1
STIM
BUTTON 2
STIM
BUTTON 3
HANDHELD DEVICE: Receives and displays
location updates from the GPS Collar. It is
waterproof and can be submerged in water to a
depth of 5 feet.
ON/OFF BUTTON: Pressing and releasing this
button turns the Handheld Device on and off, and
also controls the display’s brightness level.
BACK BUTTON: While navigating menus, this
button moves back to the previous menu screen.
TRACKING BUTTON: This button takes you to the
tracking screen at any time and acts as an enter
key when entering information in text entry fields.
MENU SELECTION PAD: This pad contains four
arrow keys (up, down, left, and right) for use
when navigating and selecting to menus.
USER-DEFINED STIM BUTTONS: These buttons
(button 1 on top, button 2 in the middle, and
button 3 on the bottom) are used to send signals
for the user-defined stimulation type when
training your dog with the optional E-Collar
module.
CHARGING JACK: For connecting the Handheld
Device to the wall charger.
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GPS
INDICATOR LIGHT
CHARGING
JACK
ON/OFF
BUTTON
GPS COLLAR
GPS
ANTENNA
GPS COLLAR: Receives location from GPS and
transmits location updates to the Handheld
Device. It is waterproof and can be submerged in
water to a depth of 25 feet.*
GPS ANTENNA: Receives GPS satellite signals.
GPS ON/OFF BUTTON: Pressing and releasing
this button turns the collar on and off.
GPS INDICATOR LIGHT: Indicates when the GPS
Collar has been turned on or off, whether a GPS
lock has been attained, is in pairing mode, and
also serves as a low-battery indicator.
GPS CHARGING JACK: For connecting the GPS
Collar to the charger.
*Per NEMA 6P and IP67 standards.
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ICON DEFINITIONS
The following icons are used throughout the TEK™SERIES Location software interface.
ICON FUNCTION
GENERAL ICONS
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
TIME INDICATOR: Displays the current local time.
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
BRIGHTNESS INDICATOR: Displays the current brightness level.
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
BATTERY GAUGE: Displays the battery charge status of the Handheld
Device.
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
BATTERY GAUGE: Displays the battery charge status of the GPS Collar.
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
UP / DOWN INDICATORS: Indicates menu choices available. Use the
arrow keys to view additional menu items.
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
MORE / SELECT INDICATOR: Indicates more information is available. Use
the arrow keys to view additional information.
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
BACK INDICATOR: Indicates lower menu level. Press the BACK button to
return to the previous screen.
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
TEXT ENTER/ACCEPT: Select to lock in a new text entry.
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ICON FUNCTION
TRACKING ICONS
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
GPS LOCK INDICATOR: Indicates the Handheld Device has a good satellite fix.
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
COMPASS NEEDLE: Displays compass heading to magnetic north.
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
DOG DIRECTION INDICATOR: Displays the direction your dog is traveling.
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
DOG DIRECTION INDICATOR COMMUNICATION LOST: Displays if
communication to the collar is lost.
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
DOG STATUS INDICATOR: Indicates the location of your dog when the dog
is either on point or treed.
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
SCALE INDICATOR: Shows the current scale. Scale is adjustable from 100
yards to 75 miles.
9:40 AM
GENERAL
Time
Brightness
Battery Gauge
Up / Down Indicators
More / Select
Back
Text Enter
100 YDS
TRACKING
GPS Lock/Fix Indicator
Compass
Dog Direction Indicator
Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost
Dog On Point / Treed
Scale Indicator
Battery Gauge on Collar
C
V
T
TRAINING
Continuous Stimulation
Vibration
Tone
My Dog
R
M
P1
P2
Rising Stim
Momentary Stim
Programmable 1
Programmable 2
MY DOG: Indicates the current dog. Color is based on the assigned collar
to this dog.
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MAIN MENU
When you power on the Handheld Device or press the BACK button, the main menu displays. The
main menu provides the following options:
DOG TRACKING: Views the location of your dogs and way points in relation to you (Page 24).
DOG LIST: Suspend or resume tracking of a particular dog, and set the order of the dogs (Page 25).
STATUS: View a list of all dogs and their current status (Page 26).
COMPASS: View the electronic compass for navigation (Page 27).
SETTINGS: Change configuration for dogs, collars, units, time, display, and other settings (Page 30).
WAY POINTS: Add, change, or remove way points from the system (Page 27).
SET A START POINT: Set a way point to your starting location (Page 27).
ABOUT: View name, ID number and software/hardware version of your Handheld Device (Page 39).
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OPERATING THE TEK™ SERIES
The following terms are used throughout this manual:
SELECT: Move the highlighted area on the screen up, down, left, or right with the respective arrow keys
on the Menu Selection Pad to select individual menu items. A selected item is highlighted in orange.
BACK: Press the BACK button on the top right side of the Handheld Device to go to the previous menu.
FIELD: The location on a page where data can be entered.
ENTER: Press the Tracking Toggle button in a text entry field to select a highlighted character.
STEP :: 01
PREPARE THE TEK SERIES HANDHElD DEvICE
You must complete these steps prior to using this device for the first time.
TO CHARGE THE HANDHElD DEvICE:
NOTE: Approximate battery life between charges is 20 hours,
depending on the frequency of use.
1. Lift the rubber cover protecting the charging jack.
2. Connect one of the charger connectors to the charging jack.
3. Plug the charger into a standard 120/240-volt AC wall outlet.
4. Charge the Handheld Device for 2 hours.
5. When charging is complete, indicated by a full green
battery on the screen, replace the rubber cover.
Using Li-Ion technology, the Handheld Device only requires
a 2 hour charge. It is not harmful to let the unit charge more
than 2 hours.
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TO TURN THE HANDHElD DEvICE ON:
On the top of the unit, firmly press and release the On/Off button. The start-up screen will display.
TO TURN THE HANDHElD DEvICE OFF:
Firmly press and hold the On/Off button until the display goes black.
TO ADJUST THE DISPlAY bRIGHTNESS:
The Handheld Device comes with brightness controls to allow
you to adjust the backlight level for the optimum readability in the
current environment.
NOTE: Higher brightness levels will decrease battery life between
charges.
With the Handheld Device powered on, press and release the
On/Off button to increase/decrease brightness levels. There are
5 levels of brightness available. The Brightness Indicator will
display the current level at the top of the display.
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TO CAlIbRATE THE COMPASS
In order for the TEK™Series Handheld Device to accurately display your location, you must first
calibrate the electronic compass. You should always calibrate the compass after you arrive at a
new starting location, after periods of storage or after you install new batteries.
NOTE: Always calibrate the compass outdoors. Hold the compass level and away from objects that
may generate magnetic fields, such as cars, buildings, or overhead power lines.
1. From the main menu, select COMPASS > CALIBRATE. The compass screen appears.
2. Rotate the handheld device 2-3 times in all three dimensions as shown below. Rotate until
the black indicators are as close as possible to the center of the green zone. If successful,
your handheld device will beep and vibrate, as well as, display a message that says your
“CALIBRATION DATA HAS BEEN UPDATED SUCCESSFULLY.”
NOTE: If you are unable to get the compass to automatically update your calibration data, follow the
remaining steps.
3. Rotate until the black indicators are as close as possible to the green zone and press the Menu
Selection Pad to continue.
4. At the prompt “DO YOU WANT TO SAVE THE NEW CALIBRATION DATA?” press the arrow keys
to select YES.
5. Press BACK to return to the main menu.
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TO SET THE MAGNETIC DEClINATION ANGlE:
Magnetic declination is the angle between magnetic north (the direction the north end of a
compass needle points) and true north. The declination is positive when the magnetic north is
east of true north and negative when the magnetic north is west of true north. To find your exact
declination angle go to: www.ngdc.noaa.gov/geomagmodels/Declination.jsp.
NOTE: Incorrect magnetic declination will result in inaccurate compass readings.
1. From the main menu, select SETTINGS > GENERAL > MAG DEC ANGLE.
2. Press the up or down arrows on the Menu Selection Pad to select the amount of declination.
Magnetic declination ranges from -70 to 70. The default is 0.
3. Press the right arrow when finished.
4. Press BACK to return to the main menu.
20°
15°
10°
5° -5°
-10°
-15°
-20°
0°
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STEP :: 02
PREPARE THE GPS COllAR
TO CHARGE THE GPS COllAR :
1. Lift the rubber cover protecting the GPS
Charging Jack located on the bottom of the
GPS Collar next to the On/Off button.
2. Connect one of the charger connectors to the
GPS Charging Jack.
3. Plug the charger into a standard 120/240-volt
AC wall outlet.
4. Charge the GPS Collar for 2 hours.
5. When charging is complete, indicated by the
GPS Indicator Light blinking green, replace the
rubber cover.
Using Li-Ion technology, the GPS Collar only
requires a 2 hour charge. It is not harmful to let the unit charge more than 2 hours.
NOTE: Approximate battery life between charges is 20 hours, depending on the frequency of use.
TO TURN THE GPS COllAR ON:
Press and release the GPS On/Off button when the GPS Indicator Light comes on green. The GPS
Collar will beep 1 to 5 times indicating which channel the collar is on, and the GPS Indicator Light
will double blink every 3 seconds until GPS lock has been achieved. Once the GPS Collar has a
lock, the GPS Indicator Light will single blink every 3 seconds.
TO TURN THE GPS COllAR OFF:
Press and hold the GPS On/Off button when the GPS Indicator Light comes on solid red and the
GPS Collar beeps for 2 seconds. To extend the battery life between charging cycles, turn off the
GPS Collar when it is not in use.
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GPS INDICATOR lIGHT
OPERATIONAL
MODE
LIGHT
COLOR
LIGHT FUNCTION BATTERY
STATUS
SPEAKER FUNCTION
Unit is turned on via
On/Off button
Green Light is solid in color
during beep sequence
N/A Beeps 1 to 5 times indicating
which channel the collar is on
Unit is turned off via
On/Off button
Red Light is solid in color
during beep sequence
N/A Beeps continuously for 2
seconds
Unit is on with GPS Fix Green Single blink every 3
seconds
Good N/A
Amber Single blink every 3
seconds
Medium N/A
Red Single blink every 3
seconds
Low N/A
Unit is on without
GPS Fix
Green Double blink every 3
seconds
Good N/A
Amber Double blink every 3
seconds
Medium N/A
Red Double blink every 3
seconds
Low N/A
Unit is in pairing mode Amber Light is solid in color N/A N/A
Unit is charging Green Light is solid in color N/A N/A
Unit is fully charged Green Single blink every 1
second
Good N/A
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AbOUT RECHARGEAblE bATTERIES
•The Handheld Device and GPS Collar contain 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 accordingly.
•Risk of explosion if batteries are charged in areas with high temperature (100°F+).
•Batteries should never be removed from the battery compartment for charging.
•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. Failure to do so will result in decreased battery life.
•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.
•The batteries should last for a period of 3-5 years. When a battery needs replacement, call our
Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-0144. Please do not open the Handheld Device or GPS Collar.
•When storing the device for an extended time, store within the following temperature range: from
32°F to 77°F (from 0° to 25°C).
•Separate collection of spent batteries is required in many regions; check the regulations in your
area before discarding spent batteries.
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STEP :: 03
PAIR COllARS TO THE HANDHElD DEvICE
Your system will already be paired when you get it, but in the event you need to pair the Handheld
Device to the GPS Collar, follow the steps below. The Handheld Device can support up to 12 collars
at a time. You must repeat this procedure for each GPS Collar that you want to monitor with this
Handheld Device.
TO PAIR THE COllARS TO THE HANDHElD DEvICE:
1. On the main menu, select SETTINGS > MY COLLARS > COLOR where COLOR is the icon color
that you want to associate with this collar.
2. Press the right arrow to open the configuration window.
3. To enable the GPS collar, select and press the right arrow key to set ACTIVE to Y.
4. On the GPS collar, press and hold the On/Off button until its indicator light is a solid amber. The
collar is now in “pairing mode.”
5. On the handheld device, select PAIR COLLAR and press the right arrow key to complete the
pairing process. The indicator light on the collar will blink 5 times to confirm that it is paired to
the handheld device.
6. When finished, press BACK to return to the main menu.
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