Tri-Tronics Pro G3 series User manual

Upper
button
(sound)
Middle
button
(left jack)
Lower
button
(right jack)
Antenna
Indicator light
Intensity knob
(1-10)
Lanyard
placement
Transmitter
“On” indicator
light
On/off switch
Left output
jack and
protective
cover
Mounting
holes
Receiver
Right output
jack and
protective
cover
Sound
horn
Set
button
Test
button Charging
jack and
protective
cover
Antenna
“Test” indicator
lights
Mounting
holes
Nylatch®
Fastener
Location
Installing Nylatch®
fasteners on receiver
mounting plate.
Nylatch®
Fastener
Location

The Pro Control®G3
Please read these instructions before using your Pro Control®G3
The Pro Control®G3 controls a variety of remotely operated dog training
equipment, including:
•Several brands of bird releasers used for training pointing
and flushing dogs
•Most brands of launchers used for retriever training
•Several accessory items for retriever launchers such as
“retiring guns” and sound-making devices
The Pro Control®G3 is completely compatible with the Pro Control RL.
Transmitters from either system will operate receivers from either system.
Quick Guide
1. Charge the receiver approximately 14 hours before first use (the transmitter
has a 9-volt battery already installed – no need to charge). Insert the protection
plug in the charging jack of the receiver after charging.
. Attach the antenna to the receiver and attach the transmitter lanyard, if desired.
3. Field-set the receiver as follows:
A. Select the transmitter dial number you want to use when you operate
this receiver.
B. Turn the receiver on by pressing the on/off switch – the on light will blink.
C. Press the SET switch on the receiver, and, within five seconds, press any
button on the transmitter.
D. Verify your setting, if desired, by pressing the upper transmitter button.
Be sure to put your hand over the horn – it's loud!
E. Attach the identification number to the receiver, if desired.
4. Attach the receiver to your training device according to the
manufacturer'sdirections.
5. Plug the cord from the training device into either output jack on the receiver.
Insert the protection plug in the unused output jack.
6. The middle transmitter button marked “L” operates the training device plugged
into the left output jack. The lower transmitter button marked “R” operates
the training device plugged into the right output jack. The upper button
marked “S” operates the sound.
7. You can set up two training devices close to each other and operate them with
one receiver by using both output jacks. If both training device cords won't
reach the receiver, an extension cord can be purchased from Tri-Tronics.
8. Pressing the TEST switch on the receiver verifies the hook-up of your training
devices by lighting the appropriate light on the receiver.
9. Turn the receiver off after use by pressing the on/off switch again.The setting
will be saved.
10. To change the station setting of the receiver, set it to a new transmitter
number by following Step 3.
Transmitter Components:
•Transmitter
•Lanyard for transmitter
•9-volt alkaline battery (already installed)
Receiver Components:
•Receiver
•Antenna
•AC charger
•Two Nylatch®fastener sets per receiver
•Spare charging jack protection covers
•Set of adhesive identification numbers

Accessories for the Pro Control®G3:
Order these accessories from your Tri-Tronics dealer, on our web site,
or by calling us at 1-800-456-4343:
•Extension cord for receiver
•Transmitter holster
Please note you may order a separate receiver or transmitter for your
Pro Control®G3 system at any time. Factory matching of components
is not needed because the Pro Control®G3 is field-expandable!
Detailed Instructions
Transmitter Dial
The transmitter has ten dial positions and “N,” which inactivates all transmitter
buttons. Each numbered dial position controls a different receiver. It is possible to
operate up to 10 Pro Control receivers with one Pro Control®G3 transmitter. When
using several training devices, move the transmitter dial to the next device to be
activated, then activate it with the appropriate transmitter button.
Receiver Jacks
The receiver has two output jacks so you can operate two launchers, bird releasers, or
other compatible training devices from each receiver. One jack is on the left side of the
receiver; the other is on the right side. (Left and right as you hold the receiver with
the antenna pointing up and the control switches facing you.) The location of the
left jack corresponds exactly to the location of the output jack on our older 150
System receivers, so the Pro Control®G3 receiver should be physically compatible
with any training device you have operated with a 150 System.
Test Switch
Pressing the TEST switch on the receiver will cause the lights next to the words
“left” and “right” to light up when a device is plugged into the corresponding jack.
Pressing the TEST button will not activate training devices.
Transmitter Buttons
The upper button, marked “S,” operates the receiver sound.The middle button,
marked “L,” operates the device plugged into the left output jack. The lower but-
ton, marked “R,” operates what you have plugged into the right output jack.
Sound
The speaker on the receiver makes a loud sound that can be used to attract a
retriever's attention to a mark or to help the trainer locate a launcher hidden in
heavy cover. When a very loud sound is desired for training retrievers at field trial
distances, place the receiver in a way that orients the speaker toward the “line.” For
more about the sound feature, see “Sound Selection.”
CAUTION: The speaker is very loud – do not operate it close to a person
unless you place something over the speaker to muffle the sound.
Turning the Receiver On and Off
Press the on/off switch on the receiver to turn it on. The red light on the receiver
will light up when the receiver has been turned on, and then blink twice every four
seconds (if it flashes rapidly, this means the receiver battery is low).
Press the on/off switch to turn the receiver off – the red light will make one long
flash then go dark, confirming that the receiver is off.
When not using thesystem,turnthe receiver off to save battery life.
Setting the Receiver to the Transmitter
Before you can use a Pro Control®G3 receiver for the first time, you must set it to
operate with your transmitter.
If you have several receivers, set each one to a different transmitter dial number.
Follow these steps to set the receiver to match a particular number on the
transmitter dial.

1. Turn the receiver on.
2. Set the transmitter dial to the number you want to use to operate that
receiver (1-10).
3. Press the SET switch – the red on/off light will glow for about
five seconds.
4. Press any of the three transmitter buttons during the 5-second period.
The receiver light will blink once to confirm that your setting took effect.
5. If you want to verify that your setting took effect, muffle the speaker with
your hand and press the sound button on the transmitter.
Note that the field-setting instructions are on the label on the bottomofthe
ProControl®G3 receiver.
The settings will be saved even when the equipment is turned off, so you only
need to set your receivers once. Each receiver will always operate on the selected
dial number until you set it to a new number. The adhesive number labels can be
attached to your receivers so you can identify which dial number you assigned to
that receiver.
However, if you prefer, you can set your receivers each time you train. For example,
you can set them to coincide with the order in which you expect to activate them
in a particular training set-up, or you can set them to utilize particular preferred
sounds, see “Sound Selection.”
It is possible to set several different receivers to the same dial number, so a trainer
can cause simultaneous "flushes" from several bird releasers. (To undo any receiver
setting when it is no longer desired, simply set that receiver to a new dial number.)
Sound Selection
Each transmitter dial number is associated with a sound – there are a total of four
different sounds. You can train with the sounds that you prefer by choosing a
particular transmitter dial number when you set your receiver.
Different sounds at different launch locations can help the retriever know where
to look in a multiple marking set-up. Some of these sounds are louder than others,
and the double and triple tones might be the easiest for a dog to hear when the
distance to the launcher is great.
CAUTION: The sound is very loud – never operate the sound close to a
person unless you place something over the speaker to muffle the sound.
Batteries
The transmitter comes with a disposable 9-volt battery installed. If the transmitter
light flashes rapidly when a button is pressed, the transmitter battery is too low for
operation and must be replaced immediately. To replace it, remove the four screws
on the back of the transmitter and replace with a Duracell or Panasonic 9-volt
alkaline battery. CAUTION: Some other brands will not fit correctly. Do not
force a battery into the compartment.
The receiver has a rechargeable NiMH battery pack. If the receiver light flashes
rapidly when the receiver is turned on, the receiver battery is getting low. The
receiver should be recharged with the included charger (use only this charger when
charging the receiver). The charging jack is on the front of the receiver and labeled
“CHRG.” Remove the protective cover from the jack and replace after charging.
The “on” indicator light will glow steadily while charging is occurring. Always
charge batteries at room temperature.
A full charge requires 14 hours. You can use the receiver after less than 14 hours of
charging but you should recharge more frequently if you charge for shorter periods.
If the Pro Control®G3 has been in storage, it is a good idea to charge the receiver
just before the training session.

Attaching the Receiver to Your Training Equipment.
Attach the Pro Control®G3 receiver to your training equipment in accordance with
your manufacturer's directions. (If you use our Nylatch®fasteners,
see illustration for installing these in your receiver.)
Be careful not to attach the receiver to a training device in such a way that either
the receiver or its antenna will be in the path of whatever is launched. Also, do
not attach it in such a way that it will interfere with the releasing mechanism
of the training device.
If the receiver or its antenna is in the way of something, try attaching the receiver
upside down or in a different location. Do not operate the Pro Control®G3
without the antenna in the receiver.
Please note that the Nylatch®fasteners can break if the mounting holes on your
training equipment are slightly off in size, or if the thickness of the mounting
material is too great. Chance of breakage is higher in cold weather. Contact our
Customer Service Department if you need information on the correct dimensions for
mounting holes or the other technical characteristics of the Pro Control®G3 receiver.
Compatible Training Equipment
The Pro Control®G3 is compatible with a wide variety of remote launchers,
releasers, and accessories. Some are listed in our web site FAQ section. If you
have questions about the compatibility of your training equipment with the
Pro Control®G3, please contact the manufacturer of the training device,
or our Customer Service Department at 1-800-456-4343.
Range
The Pro Control®G3 is designed to have a range of 700 yards in flat, open terrain
when the receiver is at least 20 inches off the ground. Bird releasers or other
devices that place the receiver at ground level may have reduced range.
Service and Warranty
The Pro Control®G3 is covered by a two-year warranty. The warranty does not
cover physical damage or abuse, and is void if the Pro Control®G3 has been altered
or unauthorized work has been attempted. If you send your Pro Control®G3
in for repair we may replace it with a reconditioned unit.
If you suspect that your Pro Control®G3 is malfunctioning, please check the
Troubleshooting Guide. If this does not resolve the problem, please call our
Customer Service Department at 1-800-456-4343.
Troubleshooting Guide
Problem #1. The receiver did not accept a set.
Be sure the receiver has been turned on, and that you press the transmitter button
within five seconds of pressing the SET switch. Waiting longer than five seconds
will cause the receiver to return to normal on mode. Make sure receiver batteries
are charged.
Problem # . I press the transmitter button but my training device does not activate.
A. Be sure that the receiver is turned on.
B. Check your transmitter dial and select the correct number for that receiver.
(You can use the sound button to confirm your setting and that the receiver is
turned on.)
C. Be sure you are using the correct transmitter.
D. Be sure you have plugged your training device into the receiver.
Use the TEST switch to confirm.
E. Be sure you are pressing the correct transmitter button for the output jack
you used for the training device.
F. Check that you have set up your training device correctly, and that any “safety”
or “on” switch on the training device itself is set to allow activation.
G. Be sure that neither the transmitter nor receiver batteries have run down.

H. If you are a very long way from the training device, range could be the
problem. (You can use the sound button to confirm that the receiver is getting
your transmitter signal.) Maximize your range by holding the transmitter
straight overhead when you press the button. You can also improve range by
raising the receiver higher off the ground, and by pointing its antenna straight
up or straight down. Never operate a Pro Control®G3 receiver without an antenna.
I. There may be a malfunction in your training device itself. If you cannot
resolve the problem, contact its manufacturer.
Problem #3. My training device is plugged into the receiver,
but the TEST light does not light.
Be sure the receiver is turned on and its batteries are charged.
The TEST light only lights up while the TEST switch is pressed.
If it is still not lighting, there may be a failure in the wiring of your training device.
Contact the manufacturer of the training device if you can't resolve the problem.
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The products in this Owner’s Guide are covered by the following patents:
61704 9, D445706, D445707, 6,750,758 and patents pending.
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