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1. COLLAR RECEIVER Receives the radio signal from the Remote Transmitter and delivers the stimulation vibration or a tone for correcting or cueing your dog It is waterproof and can be submerged in water to a depth of 25 feet RECEIVER INDICATOR LIGHT Indicates when the Collar Receiver has been turned on or off serves as a low battery indicator and also indicates when a continuous or momentary nick stimulation button is pressed CONTACT POINTS The contacts through which the Collar Receiver delivers stimulation ON OFF BUTTON Momentarily pressing and releasing this button turns the Collar Receiver on and off THE COLLAR RECEIVER IS CAPABLE OF DELIVERING FOUR TYPES OF STIMULATION CONTINUOUS You control both when and how long stimulation is delivered up to a maximum of 10 seconds After 10 seconds the stimulation will time out and the Transmitter button needs to be released and then pressed again before additional stimulation can be delivered MOMENTARY NICK Stimulation is delivered for 1 10 of a second regardless of how long the button is pressed TONE The Collar Receiver will make a rapid beeping noise when a Tone button is pressed VIBRATION The Collar Receiver will vibrate when a Vibration button is pressed up to a maximum of 10 seconds 400 1511 indd 6 7 1 800 732 0144 PREPARE THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER CHARGE THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER 1 Lift the rubber cover protecting the
2. Tone if V T on Dial Tone if V T on Dial 1 N A N A See STEP 8 N A ID CODE Factory Default Mode Locate Remote Beeper The Side Button turns run mode off and locates the Remote Beeper 10 enable run mode again press and hold the Side Button for 3 seconds WWW SPORTDOG COM 13 8 23 12 8 52 AM STEP 06 STEP 07 gt Lil MATCH THE COLLAR RECEIVER AND REMOTE TRANSMITTER To match the Collar Receiver to work with a new Remote Transmitter or to match 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 Ifthe On Off Button is released too early the Receiver Indicator Light will begin flashing 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 flashes 5 times Once the Receiver Indicator Light has flashed 5 times the Collar Receiver has been matched and will begin flashing as normal If the Receiver Indicator Light does not flash 5 times start over from A PROGRAM THE SYSTEM FOR TWO OR THREE DOG OPERATION SportDOG Add A Dog Collar Receiver s must be purchased to train additional dogs Please refer to the back cover for compatible Add A Dog Collar Receivers for
3. 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 Collar Receiver for 2 hours for the first charge and every charge thereafter Using Li lon technology the Collar Receiver only requires a 2 hour charge It is not harmful to let the unit charge for more than 2 hours STEP 02 TO TURN THE COLLAR RECEIVER ON Press and release the On Off Button The Collar Receiver Indicator Light will come on and the Collar Receiver will beep 1 2 times on a SD 425 or 2 3 times on a SD 425S depending on what stimulation range is chosen The default is 2 medium ona SD 425 and 3 high on a SD 425S TO TURN THE COLLAR RECEIVER OFF Press and release the On Off Button The Receiver Indicator Light comes on solid red and the Collar Receiver beeps continuously for 2 seconds To extend the life between charging cycles turn the Collar Receiver off when itis not in use NOTE Approximate battery life between charges S 50 to 70 hours depending on frequency of use RECEIVER INDICATOR LIGHT OPERATIONAL LIGHT BATTERY LIGHT FUNCTION SPEAKER FUNCTION VIBRATION MODE COLOR STATUS Unit is turned on via Good Light is solid in Beeps 1 2 times On Off Button color during beep on SD 425 or 2 3 sequence times on SD 425S depending on stimulation range setting 2 is the Unit is turned on via Light is solid in default setting for a On Of
4. Corporation reserves the right to change the terms conditions and notices under which this Product is offered 18 1 800 732 0144 400 1511 indd 18 19 FCC COMPLIANCE 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 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 in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a specific installation If interference does occur 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connectthe equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Contact customer service or an experienced
5. and once the mode button is released the Transmitter Indicator Light will flash 5 times UPPER BUTTON LOWER BUTTON SIDE BUTTON NUMBER OF FUNCTION FUNCTION FUNCTION DOGS Continuous stimulation Momentary stimulation Tone only Level set by intensity dial Level set by intensity dial OR OR Vibe if V T on Dial Vibe if V T on Dial Continuous stimulation Momentary stimulation Vibe only Level set by intensity dial Level set by intensity dial OR OR Tone if V T on Dial Tone if V T on Dial Dog 1 Continuous stimulation Dog 2 Continuous stimulation Dog 3 Continuous stimulation 3 Level set by intensity dial Level set by intensity dial Level set by intensity dial OR OR OR Tone if V T on Dial Tone if V T on Dial Tone if V T on Dial Dog 1 Continuous stimulation Dog 2 Continuous stimulation Dog 3 Continuous stimulation 3 Level set by intensity dial Level set by intensity dial Level set by intensity dial OR OR OR Vibe if V T on Dial Vibe if V T on Dial Continuous stimulation Momentary stimulation Level set by intensity dial Level set by intensity dial OR OR Vibe if V T on Dial Tone if V T on Dial Tone if V T on Dial Continuous stimulation Momentary stimulation Level set by intensity dial Level set by intensity dial OR OR Vibe if V T on Dial Vibe if V T on Dial Continuous stimulation Momentary stimulation Level set by intensity dial Level set by intensity dial OR OR Locate Remote Beeper
6. complete 2 Do not press any buttons and wait until the green Transmitter Indicator Light turns off 3 You will need to match the Collar Receiver to the Remote Transmitter see STEP 6 on page 14 ACCESSORIES To purchase additional accessories for your SportD0G Brand FieldTrainer 425 and 425S contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 0144 or visit our website at www sportdog com to locate a retailer near you 24 Black Collar Strap SAC00 10816 Blaze Orange Collar Strap SAC00 10815 24 Blue Collar Strap SAC00 11921 24 Green Collar Strap SAC00 10817 Red Collar Strap SAC00 11820 24 White Collar Strap SAC00 12796 Yellow Collar Strap SAC00 12795 Collar Receiver does not include collar strap SDT00 13858 SD 425 SDT00 13861 425 WWW SPORTDOG COM 8 23 12 8 52 AM FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Is the stimulation safe for my dog While Continuous and or Momentary stimulation may be 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 Your dog should be able to learn basic obedience commands such as Sit or the FieldTrainer 425 or 425S Stay The Collar Receiver may be too large for dogs under 8 pounds Once my dog is trained and has been obeying Your dog may need to wear the Collar Receiver from time to time for my commands will my dog have to continue reinforcem
7. 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 4 1 800 732 0144 WWW SPORTDOG COM 5 400 1511 indd 4 5 D 8 23 12 8 52 AM KEY DEFINITIONS REMOTE TRANSMITTER TRANSMITTER ANTENNA INTENSITY DIAL SIDE BUTTON TRANSMITTER INDICATOR LIGHT UPPER BUTTON LOWER BUTTON CHARGING JACK mm WSsportpoe CONTACT POINTS ON OFF BUTTON RECEIVER INDICATOR LIGHT REMOTE TRANSMITTER Transmits the radio signal to the Collar Receiver It is waterproof and can be submerged in water to a depth of 25 feet INTENSITY DIAL Provides multiple levels of stimulation so you can match the correction to your dog s 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 momentary stimulation or a Nick SIDE BUTTON This button is factory set to deliver a tone without stimulation CHARGING JACK For connecting the charger Although the Remote Transmitter is waterproof without it keep the cover in place when not charging to keep debris out of the opening MODE BUTTON This button gives you the ability to change the mode of your Remote Transmitter see page 13
8. this system 1 Program the Remote Transmitter to mode 3 or 4 see page 13 2 Program the first Collar Receiver 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 its normal flashing 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 flashes 5 times If the Receiver Indicator Light does not flash 5 times start over from A 3 Program the second Collar Receiver using A through D above but using the Lower Button in place of the Upper Button 4 Program the third Collar Receiver using A through D above but using the Side Button in place of the Upper Button CHANGE ID CODES An ID Code is the signal identification between the Remote Transmitter and Collar Receiver Each is programmed in 1 of 2 000 ID Codes from the factory The FieldTrainer 425 and 425S have the flexibility to program two or more Remote Transmitters to the same ID Code allowing them to both control one Collar Receiver There are 64 programmable ID Codes available TO MANUALLY PROGRAM A REMOTE TRANSMITTER S ID CODE FOLLOW THESE STEPS 1 Turn the Intensity Dial to V T and then press and release the Mode Button on the back of your Remote T
9. 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 Remote Transmitter for 2 hours for the first charge and every charge thereafter Using Li lon technology the Remote Transmitter only requires a 2 hour charge It is not harmful to let the unit charge for more than 2 hours 5 When charging is complete replace the rubber cover CHARGER CONNECTOR PLACED IN THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER CHARGING JACK NOTE Approximate battery life between charges is 50 to 70 hours depending on frequency of use TRANSMITTER INDICATOR LIGHT OPERATIONAL MODE LIGHTCOLOR BATTERY LIGHT FUNCTION STATUS Continuous stimulation tone or vibe button pressed Continuous stimulation tone or vibe button pressed Light is solid in color while button is pressed Light is solid in color while button is pressed Momentary stimulation Green Good Light flashes once and button pressed turns off Momentary stimulation Low Light flashes once and button pressed turns off Unit is charging Green Low Light is solid in color while on the charger Unit is fully charged Green Good charger still connected WWW SPORTDOG COM Lightflashes once per second once the battery is completely charged 8 23 12 8 52 AM PREPARE THE COLLAR RECEIVER CHARGE THE COLLAR RECEIVER 1 Lift the rubber cover protecting the Charging Jack 2
10. IMITATION OF LIABILITY 1 TERMS OF USE This Product is offered to you conditioned upon your acceptance without modification 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 specific 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 certified 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 specific 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 MODIFICATION OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS Radio Systems
11. NING TIPS BEFORE TRAINING YOUR DOG WITH THIS PRODUCT You will have the most success using this remote trainer if you always remember to teach a command before trying to reinforce the command with a remote trainer We recommend that you read the enclosed Training Guide and watch the enclosed DVD before training with this remote trainer Your training will be easier and proceed faster if you follow the guidelines in these teaching assistants In addition always 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 tone vibration or 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 FieldTrainer 425 or 425S for applying tone vibration or 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 tone vibration or stimulation especially the first 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 FieldTrainer 425 or 425S to correct or eliminate a
12. OPERATING GUIDE PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE GUIDE BEFORE BEGINNING 400 1511 indd 1 8 23 12 8 52 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Explanation of Attention Words and Symbols used in this guide A 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 WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in harm to your dog AWARNING e Notfor use with aggressive dogs Do notuse 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 e This device contains Lithium lon Li lon 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 e Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions e Batteries should never be removed from the battery compartment for charging e Risk of explosion if batteries are c
13. PORTDOG ADD A DOG Collar Recewers WETLANDHUNTER SDR AC ADD A DOG FIELDTRAINER SDR AS ADD A DOG FIELDTRAINER SDR AF ADD A DOG NOTE SDR FS SDR FSE SDR FH SDR SDR CH SDR FC ADD A DOG COLLARS ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THIS SYSTEM SDR A SDR AE SDR AW SDR AH SDR AB ADD A DOG COLLARS ARE COMPATIBLE WITH THIS SYSTEM 400 1511 indd 24 D 8 23 12 8 52 AM
14. ant of the collar If so you may relax some of these precautions It is important to continue daily checks of the contact area If redness or sores are found discontinue use until the skin has fully healed e You may need to trim the hair in the area of the Contact Points or switch to the longer Contact Points to ensure consistent contact Never shave the dog s neck this may lead to a rash or infection e You should not make the collar any tighter than is required for good contact A collar that is too tight will increase the risk of pressure necrosis in the contact area e Unauthorized changes or modifications to the equipment may violate FCC regulations and could void the user s authority to operate the equipment WWW SPORTDOG COM 8 23 12 8 52 AM Thank you for choosing SportDOG Brand training products Used properly this product will help you train COMPONENTS 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 sections contact our Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 0144 visit our website at www sportdog com or view our support videos at www youtube com sportdogbrand To get the most protection out of your warranty please register your product within 30 days at www sportdog com registering and keeping your receipt you will enjoy the product s ful
15. ation range If after completing all of these steps your dog still does not indicate he is feeling the stimulation please contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 0144 WWW SPORTDOG COM 11 8 23 12 8 52 AM CHANGING STIMULATION RANGES The FieldTrainer 425 and 425S Collar Receivers come with 2 stimulation ranges low and medium for the SD 425 medium and high for the SD 425S There are 7 stimulation levels within each range with 1 being the lowest and 7 being the highest The default range setting is 2 medium for the SD 425 and 3 high for the SD 425S To change the range of stimulation follow these steps 1 Make sure the Collar Receiver is off 2 Then turn the unit on by pressing and releasing the On Off Button 3 After the Indicator Light turns off and within 5 seconds press and hold the On Off Button for 3 seconds 4 The Collar Receiver will then beep once and the Indicator Light will flash orange This indicates Low stimulation range If Medium or High are desired continue to hold the On Off Button until the number of beeps orange flashes equals the desired stimulation range shown in the chart below Release the On Off Button once the desired range is selected the Collar Receiver will turn off 6 Turn the unit back on It will then beep according to the stimulation range selected in Step 4 STIMULATION RANGE 006 TEMPERAMENT 1 SD 425 only tow i Md 3 beeps 50 4255 only GENERAL TRAI
16. ent Also many hunters keep the Collar Receiver on their dogs to wear the Collar Receiver while hunting for maximum control Is the Collar Receiver waterproof Yes If the rechargeable battery pack ever needs to be replaced make sure the o ring and o ring groove are free from dirt and debris Can my Collar Receiver be used around salt Yes However if the Collar Receiver is used in or around salt water it should water be rinsed with fresh water following each use Can use the FieldTrainer 425 or 425S with Yes The FieldTrainer 425 and 425S are expandable to a maximum of three more than one dog dogs SportDOG Add A Dog Collar Receivers must be purchased Please refer to the back cover for a list of compatible Collar Receivers Can use the FieldTrainer 425 or 4255 on aggressive dogs 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 Will get exactly 500 yards of range with the The range you get with your FieldTrainer 425 or 425S will vary according to FieldTrainer 425 or 425S terrain weather and vegetation as well as transmission from other radio devices To get the maximum amount of range please refer to the How the System Works section of this guide How long continuously deliver stimulation to my dog The maximum amount of time you can press the Continuous Stimu
17. f Button color during beep SD 425 3 is the default sequence setting for a SD 425S Please see page 12 Unit is turned off via N A Light is solid in Beeps continuously for 2 N A On Off Button color during beep seconds sequence 6 2 seconds 1 800 732 0144 400 1511 indd 8 9 RECEIVER INDICATOR LIGHT continuen OPERATIONAL LIGHT BATTERY LIGHTFUNCTION SPEAKER FUNCTION VIBRATION MODE COLOR STATUS Unit is on Low Light flashes every N A 2 seconds Unit is delivering Light is solid in continuous color for as long as stimulation button is pressed up to 10 seconds Unit is delivering Light will quickly momentary flash once no stimulation matter how long button is pressed Unit is delivering Off N A N A Unit will beep for as long N A tone as IS pressed Unit is delivering Off Unit will vibration vibrate for as long as button is pressed up to 10 seconds Unit is charging Green Low Light is solid in N A color while on the charger Unit is fully charged Good Light flashes once N A N A charger still per second once the connected battery is completely charged RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES This device contains Lithium lon Li lon 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 e Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type Di
18. harged in areas with high temperature 100 F 38 C 1 800 732 0144 400 1511 indd 2 3 UPl6ase read and follow the instructions in this manual Proper fit of the collar is important A collar worn for too long or made too tight on the dogs neck may cause skin damage This is called bed sores itis also called decubitus ulcers or pressure necrosis e Avoid leaving the collar on the dog for more than 12 hours per day e When possible reposition the collar on the dog s neck every 1 to 2 hours e Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure follow the instructions in this manual e Never connect a lead leash to the electronic collar it will cause excessive pressure on the contacts e When using a separate collar for a lead leash don t put pressure on the electronic collar e Wash the dog s neck area and the contacts of the collar weekly with a damp cloth e Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore rash or sore is found discontinue use of the collar until the skin has healed e f the condition persists beyond 48 hours see your veterinarian For additional information on bed sores and pressure necrosis please visit the FAQ section for remote trainers at www sportdog com These steps will help keep your dog safe and comfortable Millions of dogs are comfortable while they wear Stainless steel contacts Some dogs are sensitive to contact pressure You may find after some time that your dog is very toler
19. ies is required in many regions check the regulations in your area before discarding spent batteries Please see below for instructions on how to remove the battery from the product for separate disposal If you wish to ship us your spent batteries for disposal contact the Customer Care Center AT END OF PRODUCT LIFE USE THESE BATTERY REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FINAL DISPOSAL DO NOT OPEN THE COLLAR RECEIVER OR REMOTE TRANSMITTER UNTIL YOU HAVE RECEIVED THE REPLACEMENT e Using a 1 Phillips screwdriver for your Remote Transmitter and or a 3 32 Allen wrench for your Collar Receiver remove the case screws Remove the case back or cover Remove the old battery pack e When removing the old battery pack care must be taken when gripping the connector firmly to avoid damaging the wires Shorting the battery wires may cause fire or explosion e These instructions are not valid for repair or battery replacement Replacing the battery with a battery not specifically approved by Radio Systems Corporation may cause fire or explosion Please call the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 0144 to avoid invalidating your warranty This product is protected by the following patents U S Patent Numbers 6 901 883 6 459 378 7 647 545 D545 790 7 420 136 6 184 790 Canada Patent Number 2 565 318 20 1 800 732 0144 WWW SPORTDOG COM 21 400 1511 indd 20 21 D 8 23 12 8 52 AM GEAR THE WAY YOU D DESIGN IT WWW SPORTDOG COM S
20. irect contact with your dog s skin Please read and follow the instructions in this manual Proper fit of the collar is important A collar worn for too long or made too tight on the dog s neck may cause skin damage This is called bed sores itis also called decubitus ulcers or pressure necrosis e Avoid leaving the collar on the dog for more than 12 hours per day e When possible reposition the collar on the dog s neck every 1 to 2 hours e Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure follow the instructions in this manual e Never connect a lead leash the electronic collar it will cause excessive pressure on the contacts e When using a separate collar for a lead leash don t put pressure on the electronic collar e Wash the dog s neck area and the contacts of the collar weekly with a damp cloth Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore f arash or sore is found discontinue use of the collar until the skin has healed e f the condition persists beyond 48 hours see your veterinarian For additional information on bed sores and pressure necrosis please visit the FAQ section for remote trainers at www sportdog com These steps will help keep your dog safe and comfortable Millions of dogs are comfortable while they wear stainless steel contacts Some dogs are sensitive to contact pressure You may find after some time that your dog is very tolerant of the collar If so you may relax some of these preca
21. l warranty and should you ever need to call the Customer Care Center we will be able to help you faster Most importantly your valuable information will never be given or sold to anyone Complete warranty information Is available online at www sportdog com TABLE OF CONTENTS COMPONENTS 2 5 HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS wscaicssscissssctenstaasanaiacdnsadeostasnvacnsesasedecussaduonsesnaatsasensiandcodesdsaatesdiussascnananeddsewsestaivandvanaddedeesbuail 5 KEY DEFINITIONS 2 6 PREPARE THE REMOTETRANSMITTERY ee 7 PREPARE THE COLLARRECEIVER ee 8 FIT THE COLLAR RECEIVER 10 FIND THE BEST INTENSITY LEVEL FOR YOUR 0 11 CHANGING STIMULATION RANGES 12 GENERAL TRAINING 12 PROGRAM THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER 13 MATCH THE COLLAR RECEIVER AND REMOTE 1 14 HOW TH E SYSTEM WORKS PROGRAM THE SYSTEM FOR TWO OR THREE D0G 14 The SportDOG FieldTrainer 425 and 4255 have 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 CHANGE ID CODES 2 a 14 misbehavior from up to 500 yards The Remote Transmitter sends a signal activating
22. lation Button and deliver stimulation to your dog continuously is 10 seconds After 10 seconds the Remote Transmitter will time out and the Continuous Stimulation Button must be released and pressed again What do do if my dogS neck becomes red This condition is due to the Contact Points irritating the skin Discontinue and irritated 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 resume use and monitor the skin condition closely The Intensity Dial seems difficult to rotate Is Yes This prevents accidental changes in intensity and encourages an optimal this normal waterproof seal The knob will break in and be slightly easier to turn as you use it Can attach a leash to the FieldTrainer 425 DO NOT attach a leash to the FieldTrainer 425 or 425S You may put a separate or 425S non metallic collar on your dog s neck and attach a leash Be sure the extra collar does not interfere with the Contact Points Can program my FieldTrainer 425 or 425S Yes You can program your FieldTrainer 425 or 425S to work with to work with my other SportDOG Brand SD 425CAMO SD 825 SD 1225 SD 1825 SD 1825CAMO SD 1875 SD 2525 systems SD 3225 SD 1225E SD 1825E or SD 1875E systems Because they operate at a different frequency they are not backwards compatible with any other SportDOG Brand system My Remote Transmitter is sending a signal t
23. ny 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 At this point your remote trainer is ready to use The transmitter is factory set to mode 1 but you may wish to change the mode to fit your situation See STEP 5 for an explanation of mode options 12 1 800 732 0144 400 1511 indd 12 13 PROGRAM THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER The FieldTrainer 425 and 425S Remote Transmitters have seven operational modes to allow you to select the best match for your type or style of training The Remote Transmitter is factory set to mode 1 There is also one programming mode Mode V T Change ID Codes on page 14 TO CHANGE THE MODE 1 Referring to the following table adjust the Intensity Dial to your desired mode 2 Turn the Remote Transmitter over 3 Using a pen or the tine on the buckle of your collar strap press and release the Mode Button When the Mode Button is pressed the Transmitter Indicator Light will be solid in color When it is released it will flash the number of times for the mode selected STEP 05 For example if mode 5 is desired adjust the Intensity Dial to Level 5 Once the Mode Button has been depressed the Transmitter Indicator Light will be solid
24. o In the rare event this occurs you can change your Remote Transmitters ID more than one Collar Receiver unintentionally Code see Change ID Codes on page 14 to solve this what should I do 16 1 800 732 0144 400 1511 indd 16 17 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 visit our website at www sportdog com or view www youtube com sportdogbrand for support videos My dog is not responding when press Check to see if the Collar Receiver has been turned on and the a button Indicator Light is flashing If your range has reduced from the first 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 FieldTrainer 425 or 425S 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 section for details Increase the Intensity Dial Refer to Find the Best Intensity Level for Your Dog for more information Increase the Stimulation Range Refer to Changing Stimulation Ranges for more information Make sure the Collar Receivers Contact Points are placed snugly against
25. radio TV technician for assistance Unauthorized changes or modifications to the equipment may violate FCC regulations and could void the user s authority to operate the equipment IC CANADA This device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Le pr sent appareil est conforme aux CNR d Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autoris e aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique subi m me si le brouillage est susceptible d en compromettre le fonctionnement Customer Care Center Service client le 800 732 0144 Monday Friday Lundi Vendredi 8 am 8 pm EST 8h00 20h00 EST Saturday Samedi 9 am 5 pm EST 9h00 17h00 EST WWW SPORTDOG COM 19 8 23 12 8 52 AM X BATTERY DISPOSAL AYE eq See Important Safety Information related to the battery on page 2 This system operates on two Li lon battery packs 160mAh capacity for the Collar Receiver and 200mAh capacity for the Remote Transmitter Only replace with battery received from calling the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 0144 Separate collection of spent batter
26. ransmitter This does not change the mode so the current mode will still be active after the ID change is complete 2 Once the Mode Button is released the Transmitter Indicator Light will illuminate solid green and stay on for 15 seconds 3 While the green Indicator Light is on turn the Intensity Dial to select the 1st digit of the ID and then press and release the Side Button The green Indicator Light will flash rapidly confirming selection 1 800 732 0144 400 1511 indd 14 15 4 Again while the green Indicator Lightis on turn the Intensity Dial to select the 2nd digit ofthe ID and then press and release the Side Button The green Indicator Light will flash rapidly confirming selection The 2nd digit is optional and if not desired wait until the green light turns off and refrain from pressing the Side Button 5 Atthe end of 15seconds or afterthe second press ofthe Side Button the green Indicator Light will turn off and the ID of the unit will be updated At this point the unit will be in the same mode it was in prior to setting the ID 6 Upon changing the ID Code you will need to match the Collar Receiver to the Remote Transmitter see STEP 6 on page 14 TO RETURN THE UNIT TO THE FACTORY ID FOLLOW THESE STEPS 1 Turn the Intensity Dial to V T and then press and release the Mode Button on the back of your Remote Transmitter This does not change the mode so the current mode will still be active after the ID change is
27. spose of used batteries according to the instructions see page 20 e Batteries should never be removed from the battery compartment for charging e Risk of explosion if batteries are charged in areas with high temperature 100 F 38 C e The rechargeable Lithium lon Li lon batteries are not memory sensitive do not require depletion before charging and cannot be over charged e 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 full charge This should be done once every 3 to 4 months e 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 to purchase a new battery e The batteries should last for a period of 3 5 years When a battery needs replacement you can order a new pack by calling our Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 0144 Please do not open the Collar Receiver or Remote Transmitter until you have received the replacement WWW SPORTDOG COM 9 8 23 12 8 52 AM gt FIT THE COLLAR RECEIVER IMPORTANT The proper fit and placement of the Collar Receiver is important for effective training The Contact Points must have d
28. the Collar Receiver Si 15 to deliver a harmless stimulation With proper training a dog will learn to associate this signal with a FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONG sssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssessssssssssssssssssssscsesssssnssscessssssssessessssnussessssesssses 16 command Like all SportDOG products this model features adjustable stimulation levels so you can tailor 2 cess scssteientabaateasictecetecartcavinevcted hsedesiasdsatictnacaldeds adhd dade 17 the stimulation level to your dog s temperament eliminating the risk of over correction TEST LIGHT INSTRUCTIONS sccssctissiccneseststcnsdectstidavanateucsnecavscenentadekascid sbacedcovavlstinsnseathudeuoedusuesieabitadectststacuaueactacdasbie 18 A CHE A A AND AEE A AEE T N FOC COMPLIANCE Lo YARDS DEPENDING ON THE WAY YOU HOLD THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER THE MAXIMUM RANGE MAY VARY FOR CONSISTENT RESULTS AT LONGER DISPOSA oe er 20 RANGES HOLD THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER IN A VERTICAL POSITION AWAY SPORTDOG ADD A DOG RECEIVERS ee 24 FROM YOUR BODY AND ABOVE YOUR HEAD TERRAIN WEATHER VEGETATION TRANSMISSION FROM OTHER RADIO DEVICES AND OTHER FACTORS WILL AFFECT MAXIMUM 10111117 videos available at www youtube com sportdogbrand 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
29. training efficiency it is important to find the right intensity level for your dog This is called the Recognition Level at which your dog looks around in curiosity or flicks his ears FINDING YOUR DOG S RECOGNITION LEVEL NOTE Every dog is different and you cannot predict where your dog s Recognition Level will be Watch closely for any slight change in behavior that demonstrates your dog S feeling the stimulation 1 With the Collar Receiver turned on and properly fitted to your dog set the Remote Transmitter s 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 LEVELIS TOO HIGH AND YOU NEED TO GO BACK TO THE PREVIOUS LEVEL AND REPEAT THE PROCESS 4 Once you find your dog s Recognition Level this is the level you should use when you begin a training exercise 5 If you have progressed to Level 7 while searching for your dog s Recognition Level and your dog continues to show no response check to see if the Collar Receiver is snug against your dog s 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 have three options trim the hair beneath the Contact Points switch to the longer Contact Points included in your system or change the stimul
30. utions Itis important to continue daily checks of the contact area If redness or sores are found discontinue use until the skin has fully healed To ensure a proper fit follow these steps 1 With your dog standing 3A center the Collar Receiver so the Contact Points are underneath your dog s neck touching the skin 3B If your dog has a long or thick coat you have two options to ensure consistent contact either trim the hair around the Contact Points or switch to the longer Contact Points included with your system e You may need to trim the hair in the area of the Contact Points Never shave the dog s neck this may lead to a rash or infection e You should not make the collar any tighter than is required for good contact A collar that is too tight will increase the risk of pressure necrosis in the contact area 1 800 732 0144 400 1511 indd 10 11 Lil 2 The Collar Receiver should fit snugly yet loose enough to allow one finger to fit between the strap and your dog s neck 36 3 Allow your dog to wear the collar for several minutes and then recheck the fit Check the fit again as your dog becomes more comfortable wearing the Collar Receiver FIND THE BEST INTENSITY LEVEL FOR YOUR DOG The FieldTrainer 425 and 425S have 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
31. your dog s skin Refer to Fit the Collar Receiver for more information You may need to switch to the longer Contact Points included with your system or trim the hair beneath the Contact Points If you notice your operating time dropping to about half the original time your Collar Receiver battery needs to be replaced Contact the Customer Care Center to purchase a new one The Collar Receiver will not turn on Make sure the Collar Receiver has been charged The Collar Receiver will charge in 2 hours The Collar Receiver is not responding to the Remote Transmitter Make sure the Remote Transmitter has been charged The Remote Transmitter will charge in 2 hours Verify the Collar Receiver has been turned on and the Indicator Light is flashing Refer to Turning the Collar Receiver On and Off Refer to Match the Collar Receiver and Remote Transmitter WWW SPORTDOG COM 17 8 23 12 8 52 AM TEST LIGHT INSTRUCTIONS 1 Turn the Collar Receiver on 2 Hold the Test Light Contacts to the Contact Points 3 Press a Stimulation Button on the Remote Transmitter 4 The Test Light will flash NOTE At higher stimulation levels the Test Light will flash brighter 5 Turn the Collar Receiver off Save the Test Light for future testing NOTE If the Test Light does not flash recharge the battery and re test If the Test Light still does not flash contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 0144 TERMS OF USE AND L

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