Dogtra 280NCP Platinum Series Owner's Manual

Dogtra 280ncp platinum series remote controlled dog training collar

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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS MAIN FEATURES PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTH STATEMENTS PACKAGE CONTENTS DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS BUTTON FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR/RECEIVER PARTS BATTERY CHARGER TESTING YOUR COLLAR FITTING THE COLLAR ON THE DOG CHARGING THE BATTERIES RECEPTION METAL BELT CLIP ACCESSORY BASIC MAINTENANCE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE WARRANTY AND REPAIR INFORMATION...
Page 3: Main Features
PRODUCT SAFETY AND HEALTH STATEMENTS Easy-to-use, ergonomic transmitter. Proper e-collar use Rheostat dial allows for gradual increases in Dogtra e-collars are intended for the sole purpose stimulation intensity with no jumps between of behavior modification of dogs. They are not levels (0-127).
Page 4: Package Contents
DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS COLLAR DESCRIPTION OF PACKAGE CONTENTS TRANSMITTER PARTS transmitter (1-dog) Transmitter Receiver (two collar receivers for Dogtra two-dog models) Antenna Battery charger and splitter cable Metal belt clip accessory Rheostat Intensity Dial Owner’s manual Indicator Light (LED Window)
Page 5 DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS transmitter (2-dog) Antenna Transmitter Antenna Nick/Constant Rheostat Toggle Switch Intensity Dial A short 2 antenna is supplied with the transmitter. Indicator Light ON/OFF (LED Window) Switch The antenna must be fastened to the transmitter before using the unit.
Page 6 DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS Rheostat Intensity Dial LCD Screen The Rheostat Intensity Dial is located on the top of The LCD screen indicates the stimulation level the transmitter: (0) being the lowest level and (0-127) on the screen. (127) being the highest.
Page 7 DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS Care for LCD Transmitters in Cold Temperature In cold temperatures (10 degrees F or below), the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) on your transmitter may be dim or slow to respond. Wait until the display becomes visible before selecting any training level.
Page 8: Button Functions
BUTTON FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS BUTTON FUNCTIONS (1-dog) Pager Nick ON/OFF Transmitter Battery Charging Receptacle & Switch Constant Rubber Plug Located on the backside of the transmitter, the charging receptacle is covered by a rubber plug. The transmitter for the Insert one end of the battery charging cable into single dog unit has four buttons (one on the the receptacle to charge the battery (See Battery...
Page 9 BUTTON FUNCTIONS BUTTON FUNCTIONS “Constant” Button (2-dog) The “Constant” button is located on the bottom left. Pressing the “Constant” button gives Nick/Constant continuous stimulation as long as the button is Toggle Switch -dog pushed, for up to 12 seconds. If the button is not Nick &...
Page 10: Description Of Collar/Receiver Parts
BUTTON FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR / RECEIVER PARTS DESCRIPTION OF When either the orange or gray stimulation button is pressed and the toggle is set on “Nick” COLLAR / RECEIVER PARTS the receiver emits a single pulse of electrical stimulation. When you press either the orange or gray stimulation button, and the toggle is set on Battery Charging...
Page 11 DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR / RECEIVER PARTS DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR / RECEIVER PARTS Receiver Indicator Light (LED window) Receiver ON/OFF Magnetic Red Dot Located on the front of the receiver/collar, the To activate the receiver/collar, place the red dot indicator light comes on and blinks once every 2 on the back of the transmitter to the red dot on seconds after the collar has been turned on.
Page 12: Battery Charger
120-volt wall outlet. (European 230-volt AC chargers and 12-volt car chargers are also Internal Antenna available.) All Dogtra E-collars have non-exposed antennas To use the battery charger for the two-dog unit, that are located inside the collar/receiver. combine both sets of battery charging (splitter) cables as shown.
Page 13: Testing Your
TESTING TESTING TESTING YOUR 2. The indicator light(LED) on the collar receiver COLLARS will light briefly when the nick button is pressed. Pressing the Constant button will light the indicator for as long as you hold the button down, up to twelve seconds. 3.
Page 14: Fitting The Collar On The Dog
If the collar is too loose, electrical contact will be inconsistent and your corrections will be inconsistent also. Dogtra uses surgical stainless steel contact points and Anti-microbial plastic to protect the dog’s skin. ATTENTION!
Page 15: Charging The Batteries
FITTING THE COLLAR ON THE DOG CHARGING THE BATTERIES CHARGING THE BATTERIES INTENSITY SELECTION has a Rheostat Intensity Dial on the top of the transmitter. (0 is the lowest and 127 is the highest). Remember that you will need to adjust the setting (upward or downward) depending on your dog’s temperament and threshold for stimulation.
Page 16 CHARGING THE BATTERIES CHARGING THE BATTERIES Recharge the unit if : 3. After charging, cover the battery charging The LED indicator light on the collar receptacles with the rubber plugs on the receiver is emitting a red color. transmitter and receiver. If the 3 bar indicator on the transmitter LCD shows just 1 bar.
Page 17: Reception
RECEPTION METAL BELT CLIP ACCESSORY RECEPTION METAL BELT CLIP ACCESSORY collar has a To attach the metal belt clip to your transmitter, range of 1/2-mile. Depending on the way you use follow the steps below. your transmitter, the range may vary. The final result should look like step 2.
Page 18: Basic Maintenance
Troubleshooting If you suspect your unit is malfunctioning please refer to the “Troubleshooting Guide” before you send your unit in for service. If you have any questions or concerns, you may direct your inquiries to info@dogtra.com or call (888) 811-9111.
Page 19: Troubleshooting Guide
- The contact points may be too short for the serviced. Please contact Customer Service dog. To place an order for longer contacts at info@dogtra.com or (888) 811-9111. appropriate for your dog, please call (888) 811-9111. 3. The transmitter has no range, or stimulation If you are already using the longest contact is less when the dog is farther away.
Page 20: Warranty And Repair Information
If your product is not registered and a proof of inspection. purchase is not available at the time of service, Dogtra will estimate the age of the unit by the serial number. Serial number estimates can differ...
Page 21 Dogtra. Dogtra is not responsible for loss of training time or inconvenience while the unit is in for repair work. Dogtra does not provide loaner units or Dogtra DOES NOT replace defective units or provide refunds for products any form of compensation during the repair period.
Page 22: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We, Dogtra Company declare under our sole responsibility that the product Model Name : 282NCP Platinum (Multi lising : 622NCP & 280NCP Platinum & 620NCP) to which this declaration relates is in conformity with R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC...