Dogtra 1900s Series Remote Dog Training User Guide (+ PDF)

Dogtra 1900S Series Remote Dog Training

INTRODUCTION

The sleek and slender form of the ARC receiver makes it possible for the collar to fit your dog’s neck and the receiver with ease. Your dog will fit comfortably in it, and it won’t draw much attention. The ARC passes the International Protection Marking system and is certified as IPX9K waterproof. If a product can withstand a close-range, high-pressure liquid spray from four angles at a pressure and temperature of 80 to 100 bars, that product has passed the verification test. This training e-range collars is ideal for teaching your dog any straightforward commands. This e-3/4-mile collar’s range makes it ideal for K-9 training, hunting, and simple obedience.
Additionally, it may be expanded to accommodate up to two dogs, allowing you to teach two dogs at once. You won’t have any trouble choosing the ideal correction level for your dog among the 127 available levels thanks to the gradual and exact correction control. The levels may always be changed accurately with the Rheostat Dial, and the LCD panel is bright and simple to read. There are two distinct correction types in this e-collar. A Nick correction (fast 12-second) and a Constant correction are the two types of corrections (up to 12 seconds). An additional feature of the e-collar is a Pager vibration, which provides a loud vibration to warn dogs during training. With this versatile e-collar, you can find the ideal fit for both you and your dog.

SPECIFICATION

PATTERN: Solid
COLOR: Black / Orange
MATERIAL: Synthetic
BRAND: Dogtra
ITEM DISPLAY DIMENSIONS: 3.8 x 1.8 x 1.4 inches
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: 3.8 x 1.8 x 1.4 inches; 8.5 Ounces
ITEM MODEL NUMBER: 1902S
DEPARTMENT: DOGS
BATTERIES: 3 Lithium Polymer batteries

AT A GLANCE

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

FIELD AUTO CHARGER

Dogtra’s field auto chargers are designed for use with a 10-volt car outlet.

EUROPEAN CHARGER

Dogtra’s European chargers are designed for use with a 230V AC electrical outlet. To purchase accessories, please visit www.dogtra.com or call customer service at 1-888-811-9111.

MAIN FEATURES OF THE ARC

Slim design receiver/collar ergonomically shaped to your dog s neck
Checkered grips on the handheld transmitter
Rheostat/volume style with stimulation levels 0-127
3/4 – mile range
Nick/Constant/non-stimulating Pager vibration modes
Low/Medium Stimulation
User expandable to a two-dog system
Fully waterproof LCD screen
Belt clip
For dogs as small as 15 lbs.
2-hour rapid charge batteries

OVERVIEW

UNDERSTANDING YOUR TRAINING SYSTEM

HOW TO TURN THE ARC ON/OFF

To turn the transmitter on, hold down the blue button on the right side of the transmitter until the LCD screen illuminates. To turn the transmitter off, hold down the blue button on the right side of the transmitter until the LCD screen shuts off. When the LCD screen displays “OFF” release the button.

To activate the receiver/collar, place the red dot on the back of the transmitter to the red dot on the receiver/collar. Hold the two red dots together for a moment until the LED light on the receiver/collar comes on. To deactivate the unit, repeat the same procedure holding the two red dots together momentarily. The LED light will turn red for a brief moment indicating that the receiver/ collar is now shut off.

HOW THE TRANSMITTER BUTTONS WORK

The ARC two-dog unit has five buttons and a toggle switch on the transmitter (Two on the face of the transmitter, two on the left side, and one on the right side.).

NICK & CONSTANT TOGGLE SWITCH

Located on the face of the transmitter is a toggle switch. The toggle switch has a setting for “Nick” and another for “Constant”. The color-coordinated buttons (orange for the orange receiver/collar and gray for the black receiver/collar) will implement the desired stimulation based on the toggle switch setting.
When either the orange or gray stimulation button is pressed and the toggle is set on “Nick” 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 “Constant”, the receiver emits a continuous stimulation for as long as the button is pushed, for up to 12 seconds to the corresponding collar. If the button is not released after 12 seconds, the stimulation will automatically stop as a safety feature. The collar will be ready to be reactivated once the button has been released.

PAGER BUTTON

The “Pager” buttons are located on the face of the transmitter. The orange button corresponds with the orange receiver/ collar and the gray with the black receiver/collar. Pressing it will give a non-stimulating vibration for as long as the button is depressed, for up to 12 seconds.

COLLAR FITTING

The receiver/collar should be fitted so that the surgical stainless steel contact points press firmly against the dog’s skin. When properly fitted, you should be able to fit a finger or two snugly in between the contact points and your dog’s skin. When properly fitted, the receiver/collar should not move on the dog. The best location for the receiver/collar box is either side of the dog’s windpipe. A loose fit can allow the receiver/collar to move around on the dog’s neck. When this happens, the contact points may rub the skin and cause irritation. If the receiver/collar is too tight, the dogs may have difficulty breathing.

HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT STIMULATION

The ARC unit comes with the rheostat dial on the transmitter. The rheostat intensity dial controls the stimulation level, with level 0 being the lowest level and level 127 being the highest.

The level of stimulation best suited for your dog depends on your dog’s temperament and threshold for stimulation. Always start at the lowest level and work your way up. The appropriate level can be found when the dog responds to the stimulation with a mild reaction, such as a tensing of the neck muscles. The stimulation level may vary depending on the training situation. When highly distracted, dogs will require a higher level of stimulation.

TO MAXIMIZE THE DISTANCE

The Dogtra ARC has a 3/4-mile range. The range may vary depending on the way the transmitter is held.
Hold the transmitter away from your body to receive the greatest range. For maximum signal strength, keep the Dogtra ARC properly charged.

*Avoid touching the antenna or the range may decrease substantially.

THE LED INDICATOR

The LED indicator flashes every 4 seconds when the receiver is on and ready for use. The LED indicator will blink on both the transmitter and the receiver when the transmitter buttons are pressed. The LED indicator color indicates the battery life level. Green = Fully charged, Amber = Medium, Red = Needs charging If the unit is used while the LED indicator is red, it will shut down automatically.

RECEIVER INDICATOR LIGHT

When the “Constant” button on the transmitter is pushed, the collar indicator light will glow steadily (either green, amber, or red based on the remaining battery life), as long as you hold the button down, for up to 12 seconds.When the “Nick” button is pushed, the light comes on for a fraction of a second.

CHARGING THE BATTERY

The Dogtra ARC uses Lithium-Polymer batteries.

Charge the unit before using the unit for the first time.
Do not charge the batteries near any flammable substances.
Fully charge the batteries if the unit is to be stored without use for a period of 3 months or more.

RECHARGE THE UNIT IF:

The indicator light on the collar is emitting a red color. If the 3 bar indicator on the transmitter LCD shows just 1 bar. The indicator light on the transmitter or receiver will not come on. The indicator light on the transmitter or receiver comes on momentarily but will not stay on when the “Constant” button is pushed.

BATTERY CHARGING PROCEDURE

NOTE: The unit has a partial charge when it leaves the Dogtra facility, upon receipt of the collar, be sure to give it a full 2-hour initial charge before the first use.

Attach the charging cables to both the transmitter and receiver(s), as shown on page 15.
Plug the charger into a 120-volt wall outlet or if using the accessory field charger, plug into a cigarette lighter only for Lithium-Polymer batteries (use a 230-volt European charger for Europe.). When properly plugged in, all indicator lights should glow red. During the charging process, the unit will shut off. Once the battery cable is unplugged from the unit after a full charge, you will need to turn the unit on again before use.
The Lithium-Polymer battery is fully charged within 2 hours. The lights will stay red during the charging process. The red light will change into a steady green light when the battery is fully charged (when you disconnect the charger after finishing the charge, you will need to restart the unit).
After charging, cover the battery charging receptacles with the rubber plugs on the transmitter and receiver/ collar.

NOTE: Only use Dogtra-approved batteries, chargers, and accessories for your Dogtra e-collars. When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source.

HOW TO CHANGE THE STIMULATION INTENSITY

The Dogtra ARC 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. Also, as the dog’s attitude changes, especially during times of increased excitement or distraction, you might need to adjust the intensity level.

NOTE: The stimulation intensity can be adjusted even while the stimulation is in use.

THE HANDHELD TRANSMITTER LCD

Turn the LCD backlight on and off with a short press of the on/off button.
The LCD screen indicates the stimulation level (0-127). The LCD battery life indicator shows 3 bars at full charge, 2 bars at medium charge and 1 bar when it needs to be charged. The battery life indicator only specifies the remaining charge for your transmitter. To find the remaining charge for your receiver, observe the LED indicator on the receiver/collar.

Green = full charge Amber = medium charge Red = needs charge

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. Even though the LCD screen might be dim or slow to respond when you push the Nick or Constant button, the transmitter will still function properly. In the occurrence of extremely cold weather, the LCD screen might take a moment to respond causing the intensity level to freeze at that current level. In this situation, if you turn the rheostat intensity dial, the level on the screen may not change but the actual intensity from the receiver/ collar will change in agreement with the dial. In this situation, it is ideal to either wait until your transmitter is back to working order before emitting a correction, or while holding the constant button down slowly turn the Rheostat Intensity Dial while watching your dog’s reaction. Do not turn the Rheostat Intensity Dial at a rapid increase because the receiver/collar will emit a static correction based on the level of the Rheostat Intensity Dial, which might not be correctly reflected on the LCD screen.

CODE SETTING

CODE SETTING ADDITIONAL RECEIVERS

Turn the transmitter on by pushing the ON/OFF button located on the side of the transmitter and set the intensity dial to “0”.
Place the red dot on the back of the transmitter to the red dot of the receiver/collar you would like to code.

Hold the two red dots together for about 5 seconds until the green LED blinks rapidly on the receiver/collar.

While the green LED is rapidly blinking on the receiver/collar, press the 2 orange buttons on the front and side of the transmitter simultaneously. The LED indicator light on the receiver/collar will blink every 4 seconds when the coding is complete.
With the 2-dog receiver/collar coded to the Dogtra ARC, the gray buttons will operate your existing receiver/ collar, and the orange buttons will operate the newly coded receiver/collar.

CODE SETTING FOR 1-DOG USE

To code set the Dogtra ARC for 1-dog use, repeat steps 1 and 2 above. While the green LED is rapidly blinking on the receiver/collar, press the 2 gray buttons on the front and side of the transmitter simultaneously.

The LED indicator light on the receiver/collar will blink every 4 seconds when the coding is complete.

When a button is pressed on your coded handheld transmitter, an LED indicator light will blink on the corresponding receiver/collar.

HOW TO ATTACH THE BELT CLIP ON THE ARC

To attach the included belt clip to the transmitter, follow the instructions below.

Align the belt clip to the grooves on the back of the transmitter.
With a firm grip, screw on the belt clip using the provided Philips head screws.

Caution! Tighten until firmly in place. Be careful not to over tighten.

HOW TO USE THE TEST LIGHT

Turn on the receiver/collar and place the test light over the contact points as shown in the diagram.
The test light will illuminate momentarily when the Nick stimulation button is pressed on the transmitter. The light will stay lit as long as the Constant button is pressed on the transmitter, up to 12 seconds.
When the stimulation is increased, the test light will emit a brighter light.

GENERAL TRAINING TIPS

GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR ARC

Your dog must know some very basic obedience commands before beginning training with the ARC. A dog learns by first being shown a command, followed by lots of repetition over an extended period. As the dog becomes proficient at these commands, the trainer can introduce distractions and different locations to strengthen them. Throw in the correct amount of positive and negative reinforcement and you should end up with a well-mannered dog.

OBEDIENCE TRAINING ON THE LEASH

Your dog must fully understand the obedience commands (sit, stay, here, heel and kennel) before using the e-collar for reinforcement of these commands. A leash attached to a standard collar is used to “teach” the dog the basic obedience commands (here, heel, sit, and stay). A tug on the leash/collar is used to reinforce the command. When the dog complies with the command, use positive reinforcement/ praise. Once the dog understands these commands, the e-collar can be used to reinforce them.

BEGINNING E-COLLAR TRAINING

When you feel your dog understands the obedience commands on the leash we can now start with the electric collar training. With the dog on the leash wearing the electric collar continue with your obedience drills.

Light stimulation (nick or constant) is going to be applied as a command is given, the stimulation is removed as the dog complies. Through repetition, a dog learns to turn off the light stimulation by performing the command.

E-collar training is another form of negative reinforcement, similar to the leash and standard collar training. When the dog complies with the command, we use praise/positive reinforcement.

The final step is the avoidance phase in which the dog learns that he can avoid the stimulation altogether by performing your commands. When these training procedures are complete, the electric collar is used as a reminder when the dog does not comply with your commands at home or in the field. Keep your initial training sessions short and positive. Dogs have a short attention span, especially young dogs.

HOW MUCH STIMULATION TO USE

Always start with low levels of stimulation and work your way up depending on the disposition of your dog and any given situation. By using only enough stimulation to get your point across, you will have a more controllable environment and a dog that is under less stress. Animals (and humans) perform better in a less stressful environment.

For more training information, please visit our website at www.dogtra.com.

MAINTENANCE

BASIC MAINTENANCE

Be sure the rubber-charging cap is securely in place when the collar is in use. After each training session, carefully inspect the unit for any missing parts or damage to the casing. Damaged or broken casing may affect the waterproof guarantee on the unit. After confirming that there is no damage to the casing, rinse the receiver/collar and clean out any dirt or debris.

STORAGE MAINTENANCE

The Dogtra ARC should be fully charged before storing for extended periods. While in storage, the unit should be given a full charge once a month, and before the first use. Store the units in room temperature. Do not keep the units exposed to extreme climates.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If the unit is malfunctioning, please refer to the “Troubleshooting Guide” before sending it to Dogtra for service. If you have any questions or concerns, you may email them to [email protected], or call customer service at 1-888-811-9111.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

My dog is not reacting to the collar.
Make sure the receiver/collar is turned on.
Be sure the strap is on the dog tight enough so that both contact points are touching the dog’s skin.
The contact points may be too short for your dog’s thick or long coat. To place an order for longer contact points, please contact Dogtra or a Dogtra dealer. If you are already using longer contact points, you may need to trim the hair on the dog’s neck, so that both contact points are touching the dog’s skin.
The intensity level may be too low for your dog. Increase the stimulation until the dog responds, usually by a neck movement, head shaking, or looking over the shoulders. The response may be very subtle
The LED indicator light comes on, but I do not feel any stimulation.
Your tolerance may be higher than your dog’s. You may need to try the unit on your fingertips where sensitivity is higher and/or increase the stimulation level. Be sure both contact points are touching both of your fingertips.
The battery may be low, check the LED indicator light on the transmitter and receiver/collar for battery life.
Make sure the receiver/collar is coded to the transmitter. To code the receiver/collar to the transmitter see section

FAQs

How durable is a dogtra collar?

The batteries in the units typically last 34 hours in standby mode. The battery life will drop to about 20 hours when used moderately, often, or for pager purposes.

Can you get a dogtra e-collar wet?

Waterproof. Most Dogtra e-collars, including the handheld transmitter and collar/receiver, are completely waterproof. *Take note: the iQ features a portable transmitter that is water-resistant.

How firmly should a dog collar be fastened?

The contact point and your dog’s skin ought to be far enough apart for a finger to fit between them. On either side of the dog’s windpipe is the ideal place. The receiver may move about on the dog’s neck if it is fitted loosely.

How durable are e collars?

The batteries ought to last for three to five years. By getting in touch with us, you can order a new pack whenever a battery has to be changed. Please wait until you’ve received the replacement before opening the remote transmitter or collar receiver.

How firmly should a shock collar be fastened?

The collar strap should be secure enough to prevent sliding or repositioning while still exerting light pressure on your dog’s neck at the contact locations. When using e-collars, it could take a little while to get the adjustment precisely perfect, but it’s crucial to do so.

How long does it take to e-collar teach a dog?

Nevertheless, I’m comfortable informing the majority of dog owners that after six to twelve months of training (providing you are being consistent), you should have good reliability and not feel forced to have your dog wear the e-collar in your typical day-to-day situations.

When the dogtra collar is fully charged, how do you know?

The battery life status is shown by the colour of the light. While the battery is completely charged, the LED is green; when the battery is running low, it is amber.

How long after neutering should my dog wear an e-collar?

As long as the incision is open, keep your dog to a quiet part of the house and away from other animals while wearing the e-collar (typically 8-10 days). The dog was licking the incision, which is why we see most postoperative issues. We must emphasise how crucial it is to keep the e-collar on.

Can my dog get choked by an e-collar?

The sizes of Elizabethan collars vary. Your pet must wear a collar that is the right size since a collar that is too small could suffocate them and a collar that is too large could come off. If that takes place, a pet will be able to aggravate the wound by chewing, biting, licking, or scratching.

Is it appropriate to remove the rubber tips from a shock collar?

We advise removing the silicone covers in order to apply shock correction because they can filter or block the shock.

Can a shock collar be left on continuously?

Regarding the safety considerations related to wear time, be aware that a dog CANNOT wear the e-collar always. As a result of the close fit necessary for optimum use, wearing the collar consistently will likely result in skin irritation and possible pressure sores.

Is wearing a dog’s collar acceptable?

When should you take the collar off your dog? Keep your dog’s collar on whenever you can, especially while you’re walking him on a leash, moving houses, or travelling since accidents happen and animals go missing.

E-collar sleeping for dogs?

Dogs wearing cones can indeed sleep, eat, drink, urinate, and defecate. In fact, your dog will become accustomed to the cone—officially known as an Elizabethan collar or E-collar for short—more quickly the harsher you are with it.

Can a dog wearing an e-collar be left unattended?

Never let your dog wear an Elizabethan collar outside alone or unattended. There has at least been one instance where a dog sporting an Elizabethan collar was scavenging and ended up dying after getting its head caught in a plastic bag. Never leave your dog unattended while it’s not wearing a collar.

When should I begin training my dog with an e-collar?

There isn’t a universally applicable response to the topic of when a dog is “mature enough” to begin receiving training through an e-collar, though. “Some puppies are ready to go at 14 or 15 weeks of age, while others should be close to the usually advised 6 month old time frame before you start.