Tri-Tronics Sport 50S User manual

Tri-Tronics Owner’s Guide
Sport®Series Remote Trainers
Models covered:
Sport®50SSport®60S
Sport®80C Sport®80M
Sport®65 BPRS
Multi•Sport®2SMulti•Sport®3S
TRI-TRONICS OWNER’S GUIDE

CONGRATULATIONS!
You have purchased one of the finest dog training products available.
All Tri-Tronics Remote Trainers are proudly made in the USA.
Tri-Tronics Remote Trainers have been specially designed to meet
the needs of all dog trainers, from top winning professionals
to people training their very first dog. We manufacture
a variety of models – you can be sure that one of them
will be the right choice for your training needs.
Tri-Tronics takes great pride in the design, manufacture, service and
safety of all our products. We always want to hear from you, our
customer. If you have Internet access, you can visit our web site
24 hours a day at tritronics.com for the latest information
available regarding your product and our support services,
for training information, or to purchase accessories for your
Tri-Tronics Remote Trainer. We can also be reached at
[e-mail] or by calling toll free at 1-800-456-4343.
Thank you for choosing Tri-Tronics, and happy training.
Product Specifications
Product specification features may change without notice or
obligation since Tri-Tronics is committed to a policy of
continuous improvement.
Certain Tri-Tronics products are covered by one or more of these
U.S. patent numbers: 4794402, 4802482, 5054428, 5099797,
5193484, 5471954, D298872, 4947795, 4202293, 4335682, D410206,
6178439B1, D445706S, D446144S, 6549133, D445,707S and
patents pending.
Owner’s Registration Reply Card
Please take a moment to complete and return the Owner's
Registration Reply Card. When you do, you'll be "on file" at
Tri-Tronics. This will help ensure timely, no-questions-asked
warranty work should you need it. You may also register on
our web site at tritronics.com.
Second Edition, March, 2004
Published by Tri-Tronics, Inc., Tucson, Arizona
Copyright © 2004 Tri-Tronics, Inc.
All rights reserved. Printed in the USA.
CONGRATULATIONS!
Sport®50S, Sport®60S, Sport®80C, Sport®80M, Sport®65 BPRS,
Multi•Sport®2S, Multi•Sport®3Sare registered
trademarks of Tri-Tronics Incorporated.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
QUICK GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
FEATURE GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
MODEL GUIDE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
INSTALLING THE COLLAR STRAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
SELECTING CONTACT POINT LENGTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
INSTALLING THE TRANSMITTER ANTENNA . . . . . . . . . . 9
MIGHTY MICRO ANTENNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
TURNING THE REMOTE TRAINER ON AND OFF. . . . . . . . 9
FITTING THE COLLAR ON THE DOG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
SETTING THE INTENSITY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
USING THE STIMULATION BUTTONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
THE “N” SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
USING THE TONE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
USING THE BEEPER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
RADIO SIGNAL ISSUES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
FCC COMPLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
BATTERY CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Transmitter Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Collar Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Storing a Remote Trainer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
CARE AND CLEANING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
SERVICE AND WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
PRODUCT SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Notes:

QUICK GUIDE
Before You Start…
1. Install the collar strap(s) (page 7).
2. Install the transmitter antenna (page 9).
3. Charge collar battery for 14 hours (page 16).
The transmitter is shipped with a 9-volt battery already
installed, and does not need to be charged.
4. Select the correct length contact points for your dog’s coat.
(page 8).
Using the Remote Trainer
1. Turn the collar on: Press the gray button on the collar
next to the contact points. The collar light will start
blinking and you will hear two tones, confirming that
the collar is on. (A rapid blink means that collar batteries
are low.) To turn the collar off, repeat the turn-on
process. One tone confirms that the collar is off (page 9).
2. Fit the collar on the dog: Fasten the collar strap
midway between dog's ears and shoulders, and buckle
snugly. The collar light should face toward the dog’s nose.
Do not leave a collar on a dog continuously (page 10).
3. Select an intensity level for training: Level 1/2 is the
lowest; level 5 is the highest. Release the transmitter
button when changing levels during training. Intensity
selection tipsareinyourtrainingmanual andvideo (page 11).
4. Transmitter buttons (page 2):
Select the button that will produce the desired type and
level of stimulation (Model Guide on page 4).
Note that when the intensity dial for the Sport®50S,
Sport®60Sand Sport®65 BPRSis set to “N”, all
transmitter buttons are disabled and stimulation
cannot occur (page 13).
Also note that when the intensity dial for the
Sport®80C, Sport®80M, Multi•Sport®2Sand
Multi•Sport®3Sis set to “T”, any transmitter button will
activate the no-stimulation signal tone (page 13).
Quick Guide Page 1

Page 2 Sport®Series
Intensity Dial
(N or T, 1/2, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
Antenna
Transmitter
Buttons
See Model Guide on pages 4-5
Transmitter Light
Lanyard Loop
FEATURE GUIDE
SPORT®SERIES TRANSMITTER

Feature Guide Page 3
Contact Points
Collar
Charging Jack
Collar Light
On/Off Switch
Long or short length.
Select “long” for dogs
with heavy coats.
SPORT®SERIES COLLAR

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MODEL GUIDE
All models have an intensity dial with 6 intensity levels of
stimulation, from mild 1/2 to strong 5. Total number of levels
of each type of stimulation are given for each model.
Black button – momentary stimulation
Red button – continuous stimulation
(Buttons do not function when intensity
dial is set on “N”)
Black button – momentary stimulation
Red button – continuous stimulation
Green button – no-stimulation signal tone
(Buttons do not function when intensity
dial is set on “N”)
Lower red button – lower level continuous
stimulation
Upper red button – higher level continuous
stimulation
Black button – momentary stimulation
The no-stimulation signal tone is
produced by any button when the
intensity dial is set on “T”
Lower black button – lower level
momentary stimulation
Upper black button – higher level
momentary stimulation
Red button – continuous stimulation
The no-stimulation signal tone is
produced by any button when the
intensity dial is set on “T”
Sport®60S
6 continuous
6 momentary
Sport®80C
12 continuous
6 momentary
Sport®80M
12 momentary
6 continuous
Sport®50S
6 continuous
6 momentary

Model Guide Page 5
Green button – continuous stimulation
from collar with green strap
Orange button – continuous stimulation
from collar with orange strap
When the intensity dial is on “T”, the
no-stimulation signal tone is produced
instead of stimulation
Green button – continuous stimulation
from collar with green strap
Orange button – continuous stimulation
from collar with orange strap
Yellow button – continuous stimulation
from collar with yellow strap
When the intensity dial is on “T”, the
no-stimulation signal tone is produced
instead of stimulation
Black button – momentary stimulation
Red button – continuous stimulation
Orange button – turn beeper on/off*
Buttons do not function when intensity
dial is set on “N.”
*Beeper operation is covered in the Tri-Tronics Beeper Owner’s Guide
Multi•Sport®2S
6 continuous
for each dog
Multi•Sport®3S
6 continuous
for each dog
Sport®65 BPRS
6 continuous
6 momentary

Collar Light
Action Collar Function
Double flash Collar is turned on
Glows steadily Collar is receiving signal from
transmitter
Single long flash Collar has just been turned off
(3.5 seconds)
Rapid flash * Low batteries. Recharge the
collar soon
Glows steadily Collar is charging
while on charger
*If the batteries are low at the time the collar is turned
on, the low battery signal can be delayed by up to 20
seconds. Also note that in cold weather the low battery light
may come on prematurely.
Transmitter Light
Action Transmitter Function
Illuminates when a Transmitting
button is pressed
Flashes rapidly when Low battery.
a button is pressed. Unit will not operate.
Replace the 9-volt battery.
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INSTALLING THE COLLAR STRAP
Your Remote Trainer is shipped
with the receiver separate from
the collar strap. Install the strap
as shown. On multi-dog units
(the Multi•Sport®2Sand
Multi•Sport®3S), be sure to
install the correct color strap
on each receiver. Use the strap
that matches the colored dot
on the receiver.
You can easily adjust the strap for different sized necks by
sliding the receiver along the strap. If the strap is too long for
your dog, you can cut off excess length. Leave enough length
to go through any D-ring or keeper that is present (see
"Fitting the Collar on the Dog" page 10). Note that you will
need extra strap length to go around the Beeper, so do not cut
the collar strap of the Sport®65 BPRSuntil after you have
installed both the Beeper and the receiver on the strap.
You may also use any collar strap that fits the receiver.
Installing the Collar Strap Page 7
Slide the correct color strap through one side of the receiver, then
through the other side. Snug the strap firmly against the surface of
the receiver. Position the buckle where it is convenient for the size
of your dog's neck.

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SELECTING CONTACT POINT LENGTH
Your Remote Trainer comes with two sets of contact points –
long and short.
The shorter points are installed in the unit at the factory and
are suitable for most coat lengths. For dogs with especially
long hair or thick undercoats, the long contact points will
give the best possible contact.
To change the contact points, always use the small wrench
supplied with your Remote Trainer. Avoid using tools which
may cause you to over-tighten the contact points.
Periodically check contact points for tightness.
Insert screw-in contact points as shown and only tighten with
the small wrench supplied with the Remote Trainer. Do not
over-tighten. Check contact points periodically for tightness.

INSTALLING THE TRANSMITTER ANTENNA
Screw the transmitter antenna into
the top of the transmitter. Hold the
antenna near the base and tighten
firmly by hand. Check the antenna
regularly for tightness.
MIGHTY MICRO ANTENNA
(Sport®80C and Sport®80M)
The Sport®80C and 80M come with two
antennas, the regular 3-inch one, and
the convenient Mighty Micro antenna
that is 1-1/2 inches long. The Mighty
Micro antenna will give you approximately
60% of the range of the regular antenna (i.e., one-third of a
mile). Use the antenna that is right for the range you need.
The Mighty Micro antenna is available as an accessory for use
with other Tri-Tronics Remote Trainer models. Contact your
Tri-Tronics dealer or our Customer Service Department.
TURNING THE REMOTE TRAINER ON AND OFF
The Remote Trainer consists of a hand-held transmitter and
a radio receiver on the dog’s collar. The collar must be turned
on before it can receive signals from the transmitter. To save
battery life, turn the collar off between training sessions.
To turn the Remote Trainer collar on, press the gray button
on the collar. The collar light will start blinking or “double
flash” (page 6) and you will hear two tones, confirming that
the collar is on.
To turn the collar off, press the gray button. You will hear
one tone confirming that the collar is off.
You can also turn a collar off by placing it on its charger.
Installing the Transmitter Antenna • Mighty Micro Antenna • On and Off Page 9
Hold the antenna
near its base and
tighten by hand.
When the collar
light blinks red,
the collar is on
On/off Switch

FITTING THE COLLAR ON THE DOG
Place the collar strap in the middle of the dog’s neck. The
receiver should be on the underside of his neck. Place the
receiver so the light is facing forward (toward the dog’s nose).
Tighten the buckle by holding it with two fingers as you pull
the strap snug. Do not put any fingers under the strap as
you tighten it. Always slip the free end of the collar strap
through any D-ring or keeper that is present, and both sides
of a double-sided buckle.
You can easily adjust the
strap for different sized necks
by sliding the receiver along
the strap. If the collar strap is
too long for your dog, you
can cut off excess strap
length. Leave enough length
to go through the D-ring or
keeper with about three inches
to spare. Note: Do not cut the
collar strap of the Sport®65 BPRSuntil after you have also
installed the Beeper on the strap.
Please note that Remote Trainers are not designed to be
worn continuously by a dog. To prevent irritation caused
by rubbing, remove the collar for at least eight hours out
of every 24-hour period. See the important message about
avoiding skin irritation on page 20.
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To tighten the collar on the
dog, hold the buckle as shown
and draw the strap snug.
Remote Trainers need to be
snug for consistent stimulation.

SETTING THE INTENSITY
Your Remote Trainer can give corrections at different intensity
levels, so you can match the level of correction to both the
training situation and your dog’s temperament. To adjust
intensity level before or during training, use the intensity dial
on the top of the transmitter.
The transmitter intensity dial gives you a choice of 6 intensities.
Intensity Dial Levels
Level N: Transmitter is off – no stimulation or tone when
a button is pressed *
Level T: The stimulation button produces tone instead of
stimulation **
Level 1/2: Especiallylowintensityforextremelysensitivedogs
Level 1: Very low intensity
Level 2: Low intensity
Level 3: Medium intensity
Level 4: Medium-high intensity
Level 5: High intensity
Release the stimulation button when increasing or decreasing
intensity using the intensity dial. Also note that moving the
intensity dial while a stimulation button is held down will
stop the stimulation. This is a safety feature.
If you are not experienced at using Remote Trainers, there are
intensity selection tips in the training manual and video that
came with your Remote Trainer.
Setting the Intensity Page 11
*Sport®50S, Sport®60Sand Sport®65BPRS
**Sport®80C, Sport®80M, Multi•Sport®2Sand Multi•Sport®3S

USING THE STIMULATION BUTTONS
All Sport®Series models other than the Multi•Sport®2Sand
Multi•Sport®3Soffer two types of stimulation, “continuous”
and “momentary.” The black button(s) applies momentary
stimulation. The red button(s) applies continuous stimulation.
Multi•Sport®2Sand Multi•Sport®3Smodels offer continuous
stimulation only. Pressing the colored transmitter button –
green, orange, or yellow – will cause the collar with the
matching colored strap to apply continuous stimulation.
(Be sure you have installed the correct color strap on each
receiver, as described on page 7.)
Note that for a button to apply stimulation the intensity dial
must be on a number (not on the “N” or “T” setting). Some
Sport®Series models have the “N” setting on the intensity dial
and some have the “T” setting. Please see the “Model Guide”
(pages 4-5) for the features of your model.
Continuous Stimulation
The trainer controls timing of continuous stimulation.
Continuous stimulation stays on while the transmitter button
is pressed, up to a “time out” of about nine seconds. (If the
collar times out, release the button briefly to restore collar
function. Time-out is a very rare occurrence, and most
corrections will be far shorter than the time-out period.)
Momentary Stimulation
The duration of momentary stimulation is pre-set.
Momentary stimulation stays on only very briefly, no matter
how long the button is pressed. To produce a second momen-
tary correction, press the button again. To produce a series of
momentary corrections, press the button for each correction.
Multi-Dog Models
The Multi•Sport®2Sallows you to control two dogs at a time.
The Multi•Sport®3Sallows you to control three dogs at a
time. Each color-coded transmitter button – green, orange, or
yellow – corrects the dog who is wearing that color strap.
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The intensity level when you correct each dog will be the
one indicated by the intensity dial. Therefore, when training
more than one dog using a Multi•Sport®2Sor Multi•Sport®3S
transmitter, you should check the intensity dial before
correcting a different dog. By doing this, you can be sure that
the intensity is what you want for that dog's correction.
THE “N” SETTING
(Sport®50S, Sport®60Sand Sport®65 BPRS)
When the intensity knob is set on “N” (“neutral”), all transmitter
buttons are disabled and cannot activate the stimulation, tone,
or Beeper on/off functions. This feature can be used to prevent
unwanted stimulation during times that your transmitter
might be accidentally bumped against objects. Remember to
move the dial to a number if you need to activate any of the
collar functions.
USING THE TONE
(Does not apply to Sport®50Sor Sport®65 BPRS)
The Sport®60Scollar makes an audible tone when you
press the small green button.*
The Sport®80C, Sport®80M, Multi•Sport®2Sand
Multi•Sport®3Scollars make an audible tone when any
button is pressed while the intensity dial is set on “T.”
The meaning of the tone is determined by your dog’s training.
It can mean a particular command, a warning, praise, etc.
The training materials that come with your Remote Trainer
describe the use of this feature in more detail.
USING THE BEEPER
(Sport®65 BPRS)
Pressing the small orange button on the Sport®65 BPRS
transmitter turns the Beeper on or off at a distance, up to
1/2 mile away. Note that for the transmitter to control the
Beeper, the Beeper must be turned on. For complete
information about using the Beeper that comes with the
Sport®65 BPRS, see the separate Beeper manual included
with that model. *
* The intensity dial must be set on a number (not “N”) for the small
button to operate the tone (Sport®60S) or Beeper (Sport®65 BPRS).
The “N” setting • Using the Tone • Using the Beeper Page 13

RANGE
Your Remote Trainer has a range of one-half mile (one-third
mile with the Mighty Micro antenna). Terrain, weather,
vegetation, transmission from other radio devices in the area,
and other factors affect the range. For the very best range,
hold the transmitter overhead. Also, be sure not to rest your
finger on the antenna when transmitting.
RADIO SIGNAL ISSUES
Modern microprocessor technology virtually eliminates the
possibility that your collar could be unintentionally set off
by someone else with a Tri-Tronics product. Please contact
our Customer Service Department at [email protected]
or 1-800-456-4343 with any questions.
FCC COMPLIANCE
The manufacturing of Tri-Tronics Remote Trainers involves
exacting production methods, precise tuning, and stringent
quality control tests. In addition, these products are designed
and manufactured to operate within Federal Communication
Commission (FCC) specifications. It is a violation of FCC rules
to modify your equipment.
Tri-Tronics verifies its products to operate under Part 95
of FCC regulations. Unauthorized modifications to your
equipment could result in its not meeting specifications
and thus violating FCC regulations. Adjustments should only
be performed by technically qualified personnel authorized by
Tri-Tronics. To continue to meet FCC operating specifications,
any replacement of circuit components (including antennas)
must meet Tri-Tronics manufacturing specifications. The
transmitter should only be operated with the Tri-Tronics
antenna installed.
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.
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Battery Care Page 15
BATTERY CARE
The Sport®Series Remote Trainers have rechargeable Nickel
Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries in the collar, and one
replaceable 9-volt battery in the transmitter. The collar
battery should be recharged periodically, as described below.
The transmitter battery will last for many months, or even
years, depending on usage.
Transmitter Battery
Your Sport®Series transmitter is shipped with one 9-volt
battery installed. If you see the transmitter light flash rapidly
when a button is pressed, it is time to replace the
transmitter battery.
To change the battery, unscrew the small Phillips head screw
on the back of the transmitter, and lift the battery cover off.
Remove the old battery and install the new battery in the
correct direction. Use a Panasonic, Duracell or Eveready
standard (not “ultra”) 9-volt alkaline battery. Note that some
batteries will be too long and will not fit correctly. Never
force a battery into this compartment.
Replace the battery cover, tighten the Phillips head screw
(do not over-tighten), and check for transmitter function
by pressing a button while you watch the transmitter light.
If the light does not illuminate, you may have installed the
battery backwards. If so, take it out and turn it around.
The larger battery
terminal should
touch the larger
transmitter contact.
– + – +

Collar Batteries
Initial Charge. Charge the collar for about 14 hours before
first using the unit.
When to Recharge. When the light on the collar blinks
rapidly, you need to recharge the collar soon. Note that
battery performance is reduced in cold weather. Expect to
recharge more often. The amount of time that collar batteries
have left after the low battery indicator comes on depends
on how you use your Remote Trainer during training, the
temperature (less time remains during cold weather), and
other factors. Normally you will be able to complete your
training session after you see the low battery indicator,
but when the weather is very cold, this won’t be true.
How to Charge. Charge batteries at room temperature. Do
not charge at temperatures below freezing. Remember that
it takes several hours for cold batteries to come up to room
temperature.
Lift the rubber protection flap from the collar charging jack.
Plug the charger into the wall outlet and insert the charging
plug into the collar jack. The collar light will glow red to
indicate that current is flowing.
Note that you can charge two collars at the same time with
one charger.
Please note: Never press the on/off button on the collar while
it is on charge.
After charging, reinstall the rubber protection cap correctly
to keep dirt and debris out of your charging jack. Keeping the
charging jack clean ensures that your charger makes good
contact. If the collar charging jack becomes dirty, clean it as
described in the section, “Care and Cleaning” (page 18).
If the protective cover becomes lost or damaged, you will
find replacement covers included with your Remote Trainer.
You can also contact our Customer Service Department for
additional protective covers.
Use only the correct Tri-Tronics charger to charge your collar.
Using the wrong type of charger may damage batteries or the
collar itself. Do not charge batteries that are not installed in
a collar.
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