PATHFINDER MINI (PM10U) SMARTER WAY TO TRACK & TRAIN FOR SMALLER DOGS Owner's Manual Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the Dogtra PATHFINDER MINI.
IMPORTANT SAFETY AND PRODUCT INFORMATION WARNING Please read all safety and product information below before using your Dogtra product. Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in injury to you, your dog and others, or it could result in damage to your Dogtra product or other property. DOG SAFETY Proper Use Dogtra products should be used to train, educate, monitor, or track dogs. Each dog may have a different tolerance for and reaction to Dogtra products.
CONTENTS PACKAGE CONTENTS PACKAGE CONTENTS ........................................................................................... 5 MAIN FEATURES .................................................................................................... 6 OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................... 7 UNDERSTANDING YOUR TRAINING SYSTEM 1. TURNING THE PATHFINDER MINI ON/OFF .............................................. 10 2.
MAIN FEATURES 2s OVERVIEW 2-Second GPS Update Rate Offline Maps Beacon & Locate LED Light Precise and Up-to-Date Maps Antenna 4-Mile 4-Mile Range Geo-Fence Option Fully Waterproof Expandable to 21 Dogs 21 2.
Contact Points UNDERSTANDING YOUR TRAINING SYSTEM Battery Charging Receptacle 1. TURNING THE PATHFINDER MINI ON/OFF GPS Connector(PT10U) • To turn on the GPS Connector, press the blue Select button until the LED turns on. • To turn off the GPS Connector, press the blue Select button until the red LED shows. Power Button GPS Collar(PM10U) • To turn on the GPS Collar, press the Power button until the LED turns on. • To turn off the GPS Collar, press the Power button until the LED turns red.
2. BUTTON FUNCTION 3. CHARGING THE PATHFINDER MINI GPS Connector(PT10U) The SELECT button is used to turn the Connector on/off and select a device to pair. While turned on, press the Select button once to set pairing to the GPS Collar, press the Select button a second time to set pairing to the smartphone app. The CONNECT button is used to connect the GPS Connector to a smartphone and GPS Collar. Pairing: Use the Select button to set the GPS Connector to Collar to pair the Connector with the Collar.
Splitter Cable Do not use more than one splitter cable with a single battery charger. 5. INSTALLING THE PATHFINDER MINI APP Compatible Phones 1) iOS: iOS 8.1 and above iPhone 5, 5C, 5S, 6, 6+, SE, 6S, 6S+, 7, 7+, 8, 8+, X, XS, XR iPad Generation 3 and above 2) Android: Android 4.3 and above Samsung Galaxy S4 and above, Note 2 and above, and LG G3 Downloading the App Search for Dogtra PATHFINDER in the App Store or in Google Play. 4.
6. PAIRING 7. ACQUIRING GPS SIGNAL PATHFINDER MINI GPS Connector connects between your smartphone and PATHFINDER MINI GPS Collar. These devices need to be paired for the PATHFINDER MINI system to work properly. The PATHFINDER MINI is meant for use in open outdoor areas. After pairing, take the GPS Collar outdoors to acquire a GPS signal. Once the signal is acquired, the GPS Collar icon will appear on the Map tab of the PATHFINDER app.
8. ONLINE WEB MANUAL FOR ALL APP FEATURES & Q&A @ www.DogtraPATHFINDER.com aPATHFINDER.
COLLAR FITTING Proper Fit The collar should be fitted so that the surgical stainless steel contact points press firmly against the dog’s skin. You should be able to fit a finger in between the contact point and your dog’s skin. The best location is on either side of the dog’s windpipe. Improper Fit A loose fit can allow the collar to move around on the dog’s neck. When this happens, the contact points may rub against the skin and cause irritation.
REPLACING THE ANTENNA MAXIMIZING THE DISTANCE For the GPS Connector 1. Twist the antenna counter-clockwise to remove. 2. Place the new antenna on the bolt and turn clockwise to tighten the antenna. • The PATHFINDER MINI has a 4-mile line of sight range. • To get the greatest range, hold the GPS Connector away from your body and avoid touching the antenna. • Keep your unit properly charged for maximum signal strength.
USING THE TEST LIGHT APPLICATION 1) Turn on the GPS Collar and place the test light over the contact points. 2) Press the Nick button in the PATHFINDER app and the test light will light up momentarily. 3) Press the Constant button in the PATHFINDER MINI app and the test light will light up as long as the button is pressed, for up to 12 seconds. 4) The test light will glow brighter at higher levels of stimulation and dimmer with lower levels. 1.
2. DOG ICONS 3. DOG ALERTS Resting Resting + Bark Select a dog on the map to receive notification alerts for that dog. In the Alarm Settings for Dog Alerts, you can receive notifications for the Selected Collar and All Collars. The current selected dog is displayed with an outline around their icon. Alert Banner Running Running +Bark Pointing Selected Dog Pointing + Bark Dog Tracks Treed Treed + Bark PATHFINDER MINI When your dog’s action changes, the icon action status will change as well.
4. COMPASS TAB 5. E-COLLAR TAB Direction Faced North Dog Direction Marker Direction Selected View All Button Dog Selected View the direction and distance of dogs, or a selected marker and hunter at a glance. Select dogs and hunters from the list to display them on the compass. You may also tap on a marker on the map to show the information on the Compass tab. Use the 'View All' button to view all dogs and hunters at once. Dogs and hunters are not displayed when hidden or offline.
6. DEVICE DETAILS E-COLLAR BUTTONS List/Map View Dogs can be selected using the dog list or in map view. List view displays dogs in a list along with their distance from you. The List view is recommended when training multiple dogs. Map view displays selectable dog icons on a mini map. The Map view is recommended for long distance recall commands. * Dogs are not displayed when hidden or offline. * The Shared Collars and Shared Friend E-Collars will not show on the List view.
BASIC MAINTENANCE • Be sure the rubber charging cap is securely in place on the GPS Connector/ Collar when in use. • Carefully inspect the unit for any missing parts or damage to the casing after use. Damaged or broken casing may affect the waterproof guarantee on the unit. • The antenna must be securely in place for maximum range. • Charge the unit for 2.5 hours before storing for extended periods. • Charge the unit fully once a month while in storage or before use.
5. My dog has skin irritation. - This may be due to an improper fit or from wearing the collar too long. If your dog exhibits signs of skin irritation, consult with a veterinarian. Once your dog’s skin returns to a normal condition, continue to use the collar and check your dog’s neck each time you use the unit. FCC WARNING The PATHFINDER MINI complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Dogtra DOES NOT cover the cost of repairs and replacements due to misuse by the owner or dog, improper maintenance, and/or lost units. Any water damage on the water resistant transmitters of the 175NCP, 180NCP, 200NCP Series, 1400NCP Series, 1500NCP Series, iQ Series, HANDSFREE remote controller, and BALL TRAINER, and the water resistant receivers of the RRS, RRD, RR DELUXE, and BALL TRAINER, BALL TRAINER PRO will not be covered.
