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STEP :: 13
SET THE BOUNDARY WIDTH AND TEST THE
COLLAR RECEIVER
The Range Switch on the side of the Fence Transmitter has 2 settings. Set the Range Switch to LOW if
the amount of wire used for your property is less than 4,400 feet. Set the Range Switch to HI if you used
between 4,400 and 8,600 feet of wire. The stimulation mode switch should be set to +
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Use the Range Adjuster Knob to set the width of the Warning Zone and Stimulation Zone (
13A). Set the
Boundary Width as wide as possible to give your dog the widest Warning and Stimulation Zones without
reducing the Boundary Area too much.
The numbers on the Range Adjuster Knob indicate signal strength and aren’t representative of
Boundary Width footage. If adjusting the Range Adjuster Knob doesn’t give the desired range, adjust the
Range Switch to the other setting to achieve your desired range.
Note: The Range Adjuster Knob doesn’t change the static stimulation level.
The Collar Receiver SHOULDN’T be on your dog when the system is tested. Your dog
may receive an unintended correction.
1. To identify the Warning and Stimulation Zones, make sure the Collar Receiver’s stimulation level is
set to 2 or above.
2. Test the Boundary Width of the system by selecting a section of straight Boundary Wire that is at least
50 feet long. Start inside the center of the containment field.
3. Place the Test Light Tool Contacts on the Contact Points of the Receiver Collar (
13B). Hold the
Receiver Collar at your dog’s neck height with the Contact Points pointing up (
13C) and the
OLED display facing the Boundary Wire. Slowly walk toward the Boundary Wire until
you hear the warning beep (
13D). When you hear the warning beep, you have identified
the Boundary Width distance (Static Correction Zone). Two seconds after the warning
beep, the test light will begin to flash. This flashing light can aid you in identifying the
Boundary Width should you have difficulty hearing the beep. To avoid having the Collar
Receiver go into Over Correction Protection mode, walk back into the Boundary Area until
the beeping stops. If the Collar Receiver does not beep at the desired range, adjust the
Boundary Width Control knob to obtain the desired range. Turning the Boundary Width
Control knob clockwise increases the Boundary Width while turning it counterclockwise
decreases it (
13E). Repeat this activity as needed until the Collar Receiver beeps between
6 - 10 feet from the Boundary Wire. If using a Double Loop layout, you may need to increase the
separation of the Boundary Wire and/or increase the size of the Boundary Width to achieve the
desired range.
4. Test in a number of different locations around the containment area until you are satisfied that the
system is functioning properly.
5. Next, walk all around the Boundary Area to ensure there are no areas where the Collar Receiver
may activate from signals coupled onto buried wires or cables. Test the collar in and around the
inside of the house as well. As mentioned, cable and wires from cable TV, electrical, or telephone
lines may conduct dog fencing signals inside and outside the house that can activate the dog’s collar
accidentally. While rare, if this occurs your Boundary Wire is probably too close to these outside
lines and should be moved or modified as shown in Figure (
11A).
6. To test the run-through prevention feature, walk towards the Boundary Wire. The Collar Receiver
should beep and the Test Light should flash brighter as you enter the run-through area (
13F). If you
are satisfied that your system is functioning properly, you are ready to start burying the Boundary
Wire. If the Collar Receiver didn’t beep or the Test Light didn’t flash, see the “Troubleshooting”
section (on page 28).
To prevent an unintended correction for your dog, test the Boundary Area and Width after any change.
Note: The Boundary Width is broken down into 20% Warning Zone and 80% Stimulation Zone.
STEP :: 14
INSTALL THE BOUNDARY WIRE
• Underground cables can carry high voltage. Have all underground cables marked before you dig to bury your wire. In most areas,
it’s a free service. Avoid these cables when you dig.
• Before you begin installing the Boundary Wire, turn the Fence Transmitter OFF.
TO BURY THE BOUNDARY WIRE
Burying the Boundary Wire is recommended to protect it and prevent disabling the system.
1. Cut a trench 1-3 inches deep along your planned boundary.
2. Place the Boundary Wire into the trench maintaining some slack to allow it to expand and contract with temperature variations.
3. Use a blunt tool such as a wooden paint stick to push the Boundary Wire into the trench, being careful not to damage the Boundary
Wire insulation.
TO ATTACH THE BOUNDARY WIRE TO AN EXISTING FENCE (14A)
The Boundary Wire of the SportDOG
™
Brand C Train
™
system can be attached to a chain link fence, split rail fence, or a wooden
privacy fence. The Boundary Wire can be attached as high as needed. However, make sure the Boundary Width is set to a high enough
range for the dog to receive the signal. If using a Double Loop with an existing fence at least 5 feet tall, run the Boundary Wire on top of
the fence and return it on the bottom of the fence to get at least 5 feet of separation.
• Chain Link Fence: Weave Boundary Wire through the links or use plastic quick ties.
• Wooden Split Rail or Privacy Fence: Use staples to attach Boundary Wire. Avoid puncturing the insulation of the Boundary Wire.
• Gate (Single Loop): Bury the Boundary Wire in the ground across the gate opening.
Note: The signal is still active across the gate. Your dog can’t pass through an open gate.
• Gate (Double Loop): Bury both Boundary Wires across the gate opening while keeping them at least 5 feet apart.
at least 5’
at least 5’
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