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HOW THE SySTEM WORKS
The SportDOG Brand
®
In-Ground Fence System has been proven safe, comfortable, and effective for dogs over 10 pounds. The system
works by producing a radio signal from the Fence Transmitter through up to 8,600 feet of Boundary Wire. The Boundary Wire is buried
or attached to a fixed object to enclose the dog’s Boundary Area. You temporarily define the Boundary Area with Boundary Flags for a
visual aid in training your dog. Your dog wears a Collar Receiver with Contact Points that touch his neck and, once trained, is allowed
to roam freely in the Boundary Area. When your dog reaches the Warning Zone, the Collar Receiver gives a warning beep. If your dog
continues into the Stimulation Zone, a safe stimulation will be delivered through the Contact Points to get his attention until he returns
to the Boundary Area.
KEy DEfINITIONS
fENCE TRANSMITTER:
The power source that transmits the radio signal through the Boundary Wire.
BOUNDARy AREA:
The area inside the Warning Zone where your dog can roam freely.
WARNING ZONE:
The perimeter of the Boundary Area where your dog’s Collar Receiver begins to beep, warning him not to go into the
Stimulation Zone.
STIMULATION ZONE:
The zone beyond the Warning Zone where your dog’s Collar Receiver will deliver a Stimulation, signaling him to
return to the Boundary Area.
BOUNDARy WIDTH:
The area covered by the Warning Zone and the Stimulation Zone.
STIMULATION MODE SWITCH:
Used to select the type of stimulation delivered by the Collar Receiver.
RANGE SWITCH:
The switch to adjust the Boundary Area according to the length of Boundary Wire used.
POWER JACK:
The jack where the Power Adapter plugs into the Fence Transmitter. The Fence Transmitter is powered by a standard
electrical outlet.
RANGE ADJUSTER:
The knob that adjusts the width of the Warning and Stimulation Zones.
NOTE: Adjusting the knob does not change
the level of Stimulation on the Collar Receiver.
LOOP INDICATOR LIGHT:
The light that indicates that the Boundary Wire makes a complete loop, enabling the signal to be transmitted.
GROUND TERMINAL:
The terminal where the ground wire connects to the Fence Transmitter.
BOUNDARy WIRE TERMINALS:
The terminals where the Boundary Wires connect to the Fence Transmitter in order to complete a
continuous loop.
7K/10K fREQUENCy SWITCH:
Make sure switch is set to 10K setting. If you are experiencing interference contact Customer Care.
COLLAR RECEIVER:
Receives the radio signal from the Boundary Wire. The Collar Receiver is waterproof.
RECEIVER INDICATOR LIGHT:
The light that indicates the Stimulation Level at which the Collar Receiver is set. This light also serves as
a low-battery indicator.
STIMULATION LEVEL BUTTON:
The button to adjust the level of Stimulation your dog receives in the Stimulation Zone.
CONTACT POINTS:
The contacts through which the Collar Receiver delivers Stimulation when your dog moves into the Stimulation
Zone.
Boundary Area
Stimulation
Zone
Stimulation
Zone
Fence
Transmitter
Warning
Zone
Warning
Zone
Boundary
Width
Stimulation
Level
Button
Receiver
Indicator Light
Contact Points
COLLAR RECEIVER
Power
Light
Loop
Indicator
Light
Boundary
Wire
Terminals
Ground
Terminal
Power
Jack
7K/10K Frequency Switch
On/Off
Switch
Range
Switch
Stimulation
Mode
Switch
Range
Adjuster
fENCE TRANSMITTER
LOCATE THE fENCE TRANSMITTER
Place the Fence Transmitter:
• In a dry, well ventilated, protected area (
1A
).
• In an area out of the weather (garage, basement, shed, closet).
• Secured to a stationary surface using appropriate mounting hardware (not included). A mounting template is included on
page 27 of this guide.
• At least 3 feet from large metal objects or appliances as these items may interfere with the signal consistency (
1B
).
• As close as possible to you home’s Grounding Electrode. This is required to keep the Ground Wire as short as possible.
Once you have mounted the Fence Transmitter, the Boundary Wire must exit the building. This can be accomplished via a
window or through a 1/8” hole drilled through the wall. Ensure the drill path is clear of any utilities. Make sure the Boundary
Wire is not cut off or pinched by a window, door, or garage door, as this can damage it over time.
To prevent fires and electrical hazards, install the Fence Transmitter in buildings that are in accordance with state and local
electrical and building codes.
1A
3ft.
1B
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LAy OUT THE SySTEM
BASIC PLANNING TIPS
WARNING
Underground cables can carry high voltage. Have all underground cables marked before you dig to bury
your wire. In most areas, this is a free service. Avoid these cables when you dig.
• The Boundary Wire MUST start at the
Fence Transmitter and make a continuous
loop back (
2A
).
• Design a layout that is suitable for your
yard. Sample layouts are provided on the
following page, and a grid for designing
your layout is provided on page 26.
• Always use gradual turns at the corners to
produce a more consistent boundary (
2B
).
Do not use sharp turns, as this will cause
gaps in your boundary.
• We recommend setting a Boundary Width
for the Warning and Stimulation Zones to
approximately 16 - 24 feet (8 - 12 feet on
each side of the wire).
• The Collar Receiver can be activated
2A
2B
inside the house if the Boundary Wire runs along the outside wall of the house. If this occurs, remove your dog’s Collar
Receiver before bringing him inside, decrease the range using the Range Adjuster or consider an alternative layout.
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