280C By Dogtra Remote Controlled Dog Training Collars Owner's Manual Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the Dogtra 280C training collar.
Product Safety and Health Statement Proper e-collar use Dogtra e-collars are intended for the sole purpose of behavior modification of dogs. They are NOT intended for human use or use on other animals. Dogtra Company does not assume any liability for the improper use of a Dogtra e-collar. Aggressive dogs Dogtra highly recommends consulting a dog training professional when using an e-collar to correct dogs that are aggressive towards other dogs or people.
Table of Contents At a Glance ........................................................ Main Features of the 280C ..................................... Overview ........................................................... Understanding Your Training System 1. How to Turn the 280C On/Off ............................ 2. How the Transmitter Buttons Work ..................... 3. Collar Fitting ................................................ 4. How to Find the Right Stimulation ...................... 5.
Main Features of the 280C Overview Reduced Size Receiver Antenna Checkered Grips on the Handheld Transmitter Non-Stimulating High Performance Pager Enhanced Contact Points Rheostat/Volume Style with Stimulation Levels 0~127 1/2-Mile Range Rheostat intensity dial Indicator light (LED window) Pager button ‘Nick’ and ‘Constant’ Stimulation On/off switch Nick button Belt clip Constant button Fully Waterproof LCD Screen Belt Clip 10 lbs LCD screen On/off magnetic red dot Battery charging receptacle
Collar strap Antenna Indicator light (LED window) 1st-dog Pager (gray button) 2nd-dog Pager (orange button) LCD screen On/off magnetic red dot Indicator light (LED window) Rheostat intensity dial Nick /Constant toggle switch On/off switch Belt clip On/off magnetic red dot 1st-dog Nick & Constant (gray button) 2nd-dog Nick & Constant (orange button) Contact points Battery charging receptacle & rubber plug Battery charging receptacle & rubber plug 282C Transmitter 8 280C, 282C Receiver/Collar 9
Understanding Your Training System 1. How to Turn the 280C On/Off To turn the handheld transmitter on, hold down the button on the right side of the transmitter until the LCD screen illuminates. To turn the transmitter off, hold down the same button on the right side of the transmitter until the LCD screen shuts off. 2. How the Transmitter Buttons Work 280C The transmitter for the 280C single dog unit has four buttons (one on the face of the transmitter, two on the left side and one on the right side).
Transmitter Power ON/OFF The button on the right side of the transmitter is the “ON/ OFF” button that activates the transmitter and LCD screen only. To turn the transmitter on, press the “ON/OFF” button on the right side of the transmitter until the LCD screen illuminates. To turn the transmitter off, press the “ON/OFF” button on the right side of the transmitter. When the LCD screen displays “OFF” release the button.
3. 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.
6. 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. 7. Charging the Battery 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. The Dogtra 280C uses Lithium-Polymer batteries. 1.
1. Attach the charging cables to both the transmitter and receiver(s), as shown on page 17. 2. 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.
9. How to Attach the Belt Clip on the 280C General Training Tips Getting started with your 280C Your dog must know some very basic obedience commands before beginning training with the 280C. 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.
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.
FCC Statements Canadian Statements (Fanch) Compliance Statement (Part 15.19) 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. Section 8.4 du RSS-GEN Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
Troubleshooting Guide 1. 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.
DOGTRA PRODUCT WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For Dogtra Products Purchased from Dogtra Authorized Dealers One-Year Warranty Except as otherwise provided below, Dogtra warrants to the original retail purchaser (“You”) that its Dogtra products shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase (“Warranty”).
