YardTrainer SD-105 Operating Guide Please read this entire guide before beginning FPO Thank you for choosing SportDOG Brand. Used properly, this product will help you train your dog ef ciently and safely. To ensure your satisfaction, please review this owners manual thoroughly. If you have questions regarding this products operation, please see this manuals Frequently Asked Questions or Troubleshooting section, contact our Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-0144, or visit our website at www.sportdogbrand.com. ____________________________________________________________________ Table of Contents Components ...............................................................................................3 How the System Works ................................................................................3 Key De nitions ...........................................................................................4 Prepare the Remote Transmitter ...................................................................5 Prepare the Collar Receiver..........................................................................6 Fit the Collar Receiver .................................................................................7 Find the Best Intensity Level for Your Dog ...................................................8 Reset the Collar Receiver ............................................................................9 Frequently Asked Questions ......................................................................10 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................11 Test Light Instructions ..............................................................................12 Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability ....................................................12 2 1-800-732-0144 Components How the System Works The SportDOG YardTrainer SD-105 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 100 yards. 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 dogs temperament, eliminating the risk of over-correction. Important: The YardTrainer SD-105 has a range of up to 100 yards. 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 over your head. Terrain, weather, vegetation, transmission from other radio devices, and other factors will affect the maximum range. www.sportdogbrand.com 3 Key De nitions Remote Transmitter: Transmits the radio signal to the Collar Receiver. It is weatherproof and cannot be submerged in water. Intensity Dial: Provides multiple levels of stimulation so you can match the correction to your dogs temperament. Transmitter Indicator Light: Indicates that a button is pressed and also serves as a low battery indicator. Upper Button: This button is factory-set to deliver Continuous Stimulation. Lower Button: This button is factory-set to deliver Continuous Stimulation two levels higher than the setting on the Intensity Dial. Side Button: This button is factory-set to deliver a tone without stimulation. Collar Receiver: Receives the radio signal from the Remote Transmitter. It is waterproof and can be submerged in water. 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 when the Remote Transmitter upper or lower button is pressed. On/Off Button: Momentarily pressing and holding this button turns the Collar Receiver on and off. Continuous Stimulation: You control both when and how long stimulation is delivered to your dog through the Collar Receivers Contact Points. When a Continuous Stimulation button is pressed for 8 seconds or more, the Remote Transmitter will time-out. The button will need to be released and pressed again before additional stimulation can be delivered. Remote Transmitter Transmitter Antenna Transmitter Indicator Light Intensity Dial Side Button Upper Button Lower Button Collar Receiver Contact Points Receiver Indicator Light On/Off Button 4 1-800-732-0144 Step1 Prepare the Remote Transmitter Inserting 3-Volt Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover from the back of the Remote Transmitter by using a coin and turning it counter-clockwise. 2. Insert 3-volt batteries and secure the battery cover. Note: Approximate battery life will be 3 months, depending upon frequency of use. Transmitter Indicator Light Remote Transmitter Function Indicator Light Response Continuous Stimulation or Tone Only button pressed Solid in color Low battery Continuous Stimulation or Tone Only button pressed Flashes continuously www.sportdogbrand.com 5 Step2 Prepare the Collar Receiver Inserting 3-Volt Batteries 1. Use a small Philips screwdriver to remove the two screws on the receiver. 2. Press the battery door up in the direction of the arrows on the door. It will move up slightly and the door will release. 3. Insert two, 3-volt lithium CR2032 batteries per the diagram on the receiver. 4. Replace the battery door. Check to ensure the gasket is in place and clean. 5. Tighten the screws. Do not over tighten. Press Door Up Pull Door Out To Turn the Collar Receiver On:
1. Press and hold the On/Off Button until the Gasket Receiver Indicator Light comes on and the Collar Receiver beeps 5 times. 2. Release the On/Off Button. The Receiver Indicator Light will ash until the Collar Receiver is turned off. The ashing light indicates the Collar Receiver is ready to receive a radio signal from the Remote Transmitter. On/Off Button To Turn the Collar Receiver Off:
1. Press and hold the On/Off Button until the Receiver Indicator Light comes on and the Collar Receiver beeps 2 times. 2. Release the On/Off Button. Important: If the Receiver Collar is left on continuously, the maximum battery life (before replacing batteries) will be two weeks. Receiver Indicator Light Function Collar Receiver on good battery Collar Receiver on - low battery Continuous Stimulation button pressed Tone Only button pressed Indicator Light Response Flashes once per second Flashes once every 4 seconds Solid in color No response 6 1-800-732-0144 Step3 Fit the Collar Receiver Important: The proper t and placement of the Collar Receiver is important for effective training. The Contact Points must have direct contact with your dogs skin. 3A To ensure a proper t, follow these steps:
1. With your dog standing (3A), center the Collar Receiver where the Contact Points are underneath your dogs neck, touching the skin
(3B). If your dog has a long or thick coat, trim the hair around the Contact Points to ensure consistent contact. 2. The Collar Receiver should t snugly, yet loose enough to allow one nger to t between the strap and your dogs neck (3C). 3. Allow your dog to wear the collar for several minutes, and then recheck the t. Check the t again as your dog becomes more comfortable wearing the Collar Receiver. 3B 4. Trim the collar as follows (3D):
a. Mark the desired length of the collar with a pen. Allow for growth if your dog is young or grows a thick winter coat. 3C 3D b. Remove the Receiver Collar from your dog and cut off the excess. Important: Do not cut the part of the collar containing the Antenna. c. Before placing the Receiver Collar back onto your dog, seal the edge of the cut collar by applying a ame along the frayed edge. Care and Cleaning To ensure the effectiveness of this product and the comfort and safety of your dog, check the t of his collar frequently. This Guide describes proper collar tting. If you notice that your dog is experiencing skin irritation, discontinue use of the collar for a few days. If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian. To prevent skin irritation from occurring:
The Collar Receiver should not be worn for more than 8 hours out of every 24-hour period.
Your dogs neck and the Contact Points must be washed weekly with a washcloth and mild hand soap, then rinsed thoroughly. www.sportdogbrand.com 7 To Re-Thread the Collar Slide Buckle Ridges The slide buckle prevents the collar from becoming loose around your dogs neck. The ridges must be facing up; the collar will slip if it is not properly threaded. Step4 _________________________________________ Find the Best Intensity Level for Your Dog The YardTrainer SD-105 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 ef ciency, it is important to nd the right intensity level for your dog. This is called the Recognition Level, at which your dog swallows, looks around in curiosity, or icks his ears. Finding Your Dogs Recognition Level:
Note: Every dog is different and you cannot predict where your dogs 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 t to your dog, set the Remote Transmitters Intensity Dial at Level 1 and press the 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. 4. Once you nd your dogs Recognition Level, this is the level you should use when you begin a training exercise. 5. If you have progressed to Level 8 while searching for your dogs Recognition Level and your dog continues to show no response, check to see if Collar Receiver is snug against your dogs 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 may have to trim the hair beneath the Contact Points. 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. 8 1-800-732-0144 Step5 Reset the Collar Receiver 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:
A. Turn the Collar Receiver off. B. 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 ashing as normal. If this occurs, start over from A. C. After the Receiver Indicator Light has turned off, release the On/Off Button. D. Press and hold the Upper Button on the Remote Transmitter until the Receiver Indicator Light ashes 5 times. You may need to hold both units 2-3 feet from each other before this occurs. Once the Receiver Indicator Light has ashed 5 times, the Collar Receiver has been reset and will begin ashing as normal. If the Receiver Indicator Light does not ash 5 times, start over and repeat the process. _________________________________________ General Training Tips Now you are ready to use the YardTrainer SD-105 and begin training your dog. Please 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 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 YardTrainer SD-105 for applying 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 stimulation (especially the rst 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 YardTrainer SD-105 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. www.sportdogbrand.com 9 Frequently Asked Questions Is the stimulation safe for my dog?
While the stimulation is unpleasant, it is harmless to your dog. Electronic training devices require interaction and training from the owner to achieve desired results. How old does a dog have to be before using the YardTrainer SD-105?
Your dog should be able to learn basic obedience commands such as Sit or Stay. The Collar Receiver may be too large for dogs under 8 pounds. Once my dog is trained and has been obeying my commands, will my dog have to continue to wear the Collar Receiver?
Your dog may need to wear the Collar Receiver from time to time for reinforcement. Also, many hunters keep the Collar Receiver on their dogs while hunting for maximum control. Is the Collar Receiver waterproof?
Can I use the YardTrainer SD-105 on aggressive dogs?
Will I get exactly 100 yards of range with the YardTrainer SD-105?
How long can I continuously deliver stimulation to my dog?
What do I do if my dogs neck becomes red and irritated?
Can my Collar Receiver be used around salt water?
Yes. When the batteries need to be replaced, make sure the o-ring and o-ring groove are free from dirt and debris. We do not recommend any of our products to be used on aggressive dogs. We recommend you contact your local veterinarian or professional trainer to determine if your dog might be aggressive. The range you get with your YardTrainer SD-105 will vary according to terrain, weather, vegetation, as well as transmission from other radio devices. To get the maximum amount of range, please refer to How the System Works section of this guide. The maximum amount of time you can press the Continuous Stimulation Button and deliver stimulation to your dog continuously is 8 seconds. After eight seconds, the Remote Transmitter will time-out, and the Continuous Stimulation Button must be released and pressed again. This condition is due to the Contact Points irritating the skin. Discontinue use of the Collar Receiver for a few days. If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian. Once the skin returns to normal, replace Collar Receiver, and monitor the skin condition closely. If the Collar Receiver is used in or around salt water, the Collar Receiver should be rinsed with fresh water following each use. 10 1-800-732-0144 Troubleshooting The answers to these questions should help you solve any problem you have with this system. If they do not, please contact the Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-0144 or visit our website at www.sportdogbrand.com. My dog is not responding when I press a button.
Check to see if the Collar Receiver has been turned on.
If your range has reduced from the rst time you have used it, please check to see if the battery is low in either the Remote Transmitter or Collar Receiver.
Many factors can impact the range you have with the YardTrainer SD-105. For a list of these factors, please refer to How the System Works.
You can verify the Collar Receiver is delivering stimulation to your dog by placing the test light, enclosed in your kit, on the Collar Receiver. Please refer to the Test Light Instructions for details.
Increase the Intensity Dial. Refer to Find the Best Intensity Level For Your Dog for more information.
Make sure the Collar Receivers Contact Points are placed snugly against your dogs skin. Refer to Fit the Collar Receiver for more information.
Make sure the Collar Receiver does not have low batteries - refer to page 6. If so, replace the batteries with new ones. The Collar Receiver will not turn on. The Collar Receiver is not responding to the Remote Transmitter.
Verify the Collar Receiver has been turned on. Refer to Turning the Collar Receiver On and Off.
Refer to Reset the Collar Receiver. www.sportdogbrand.com 11 Test Light Instructions 1. Hold the Test Light Contacts to the Contact Points. 2. Press a Stimulation Button on the Remote Transmitter. 3. The Test Light will ash. Note: At higher Intensity Levels the Test Light will ash brighter. Save the Test Light for future testing. Note: If the Test Light does not ash, replace batteries and re-test. If Test Light still does not ash, contact the Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-0144. Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability 1. Terms of Use This Product is offered to you conditioned upon your acceptance without modi cation of the terms, conditions and notices contained herein. Usage of this product implies acceptance of all such terms, conditions, and notices. 2. Proper Use This Product is designed for use with dogs where training is desired. The speci c temperament of your dog may not work with this product. We recommend that you not use this product if your dog is less than 8 pounds or if your dog is aggressive. If you are unsure whether this is appropriate for your dog, please consult your veterinarian, certi ed trainer or contact our Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-0144. Proper use includes reviewing the entire Operating and Training Guide provided with your product and any speci c Caution statements. 3. No Unlawful or Prohibited Use This Product is designed for use with dogs only. This dog training device is not intended to harm, injure, or provoke. Using this product in a way that is not intended could result in violation of Federal, State or local laws. 4. Limitation of Liability In no event shall Radio Systems Corporation be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages, or any damages whatsoever arising out of or connected with the use or misuse of this Product. Buyer assumes all risks and liability from the use of this Product. 5. Modi cation of Terms and Conditions Radio Systems Corporation reserves the right to change the terms, conditions and notices under which this Product is offered. 12 1-800-732-0144 FCC COMPLIANCE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction guide, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a practical installation. If this equipment causes harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Relocate the interfered receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different to which the receiver is connected.
Contact the Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-0144. Unauthorized changes or modi cations to the equipment, not approved by Radio Systems Corporation, could result in not meeting compliance with FCC regulations and could void the users authority to operate the equipment. www.sportdogbrand.com 13 14 1-800-732-0144 www.sportdogbrand.com 15 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE 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. Radio Systems Corporation 10427 Electric Avenue Knoxville, TN 37932 1-800-732-0144 www.sportdogbrand.com 400-834 Protected by Patent #6,637,376 Copyright 2006, Radio Systems Corporation