PATHFINDER2 PT20U, PR20U EXPLORE MORE - ADVANCED GPS TRACKING & TRAINING Owner's Manual Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the Dogtra PATHFINDER2.
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 ........................................................................................... 6 MAIN FEATURES .................................................................................................... 7 OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................... 8 UNDERSTANDING YOUR TRAINING SYSTEM 1. BUTTON FUNCTION ........................................................................................ 1 1 2.
PACKAGE CONTENTS MAIN FEATURES 2s 2-Second GPS Update Rate Offline Maps 9-Mile Range Precise and Up-to-Date Maps 9-Mile GPS Connector (PT20U) PATHFINDER2: GPS Receiver PATHFINDER2 TRX: GPS-Only Receiver (PR20U) Battery Charger 21 IPX9K Splitter Cable Owner’s Manual Expandable to 21 Dogs 3.5hr IPX9K Waterproof Certified Belt Clip Sleep Mode E-Fence*, Geo-Fence, Mobile-Fence Belt Clip Enhanced Contact Points* N Test Light * Contact Point Extension Washer/ Adjustment Tool * 3.
OVERVIEW Contact Points Battery Charging Receptacle MURS Band Antenna MURS Band Antenna GPS Antenna Mic.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR TRAINING SYSTEM Battery Charging Receptacle 1. BUTTON FUNCTION GPS Connector (PT20U) POWER/CONNECT PHONE BUTTON • On: press the button until a green LED light appears and 3 short beeps emit. • Off: press the button until a red LED light appears and 1 long beep emits. • Use this button to pair a smartphone. Find out more on page 14. The PATHFINDER2 TRX does not have contact points and does not come with stimulation, vibration, or tone.
2. LED INDICATOR GETTING STARTED GPS Connector (PT20U) The Power LED blinks every 2 seconds while turned on. The LED colors represent the battery life: Green: 50-100% Orange: 10-49% Red: 0-9% 1. DOWNLOADING THE PATHFINDER2 APP To download the app: 1) Go to the app store on your device. 2) Search for "Dogtra PATHFINDER2" app. 3) Download the app on your device. PATHFINDER2 Note: Make sure to download the Dogtra PATHFINDER2 app as the previous app version is not compatible.
3. PAIRING YOUR DEVICE Your phone should show a connection completion screen and the green LED will blink slowly on your GPS connector. 4 The PATHFINDER2 GPS connector connects a smartphone and receiver. These devices need to be paired for the system to work properly. POWER / CONNECT PHONE CONNECT GPS RECEIVER PAIRING THE GPS CONNECTOR TO A PHONE Make sure the PATHFINDER2 app has been downloaded on your phone. Turn on Bluetooth on your phone and place the GPS connector next to your phone.
4. KEY FEATURES OF PATHFINDER2 APP 1) Map Features 4-1. MAP Zoom • Zoom in once: double tap the map with one finger. • Zoom out once: single tap the map with two fingers. • Use two fingers to pinch screen to zoom in and stretch the screen to zoom out. Create Marker 3 Scroll • You can scroll by using one finger to drag the map to the area you want to view. Tilt • Tilt the map by using two fingers and dragging the map up or down.
Icon Description 4-2. TOOLS TAB No GPS: Receiver cannot connect to GPS and cannot send location. No RF: Devices are far apart. Move the GPS connector to a higher area to receive signal. Recharge Battery: Less than 20% battery life remains. Share: Appears when another user’s devices are shared. Cannot use e-collar functions on shared devices. E-Fence On: Receiver has been synced with the E-Fence. Icon Description Recording: Record sessions for location and statuses.
4-3. COMPASS TAB 4-4. E-COLLAR TAB Nick/Constant Nick will emit a single rapid pulse of stimulation. Constant will provide continuous stimulation as long as the button is pressed, up to 12 seconds. Stimulation Level Set the stimulation from level 1-100 using the slider. Press and hold the button on the slider to turn the Lock feature on or off. Pager Press Pager to emit the Pager as long as the button is pressed, up to 12 seconds.
4-5. FENCE TAB The PATHFINDER2 offers three types of fences for you to either receive a notification of your dog crossing boundaries or to auto-correct your dog. The types of fences included are: 1. Mobile-Fence: a fence setup that moves based upon your smartphone location and will send you a notification. 2. Geo-Fence: a static fence setup that will send you a notification. 3. E-Fence: a static fence setup that will send your dog an auto-correction and send you a notification.
Geo-Fence Settings - You can create an alarm for both exiting and entering the Geo-Fence. About the E-Fence - You can select different alarm types. 1 2 3) E-Fence (Auto-Correction) Set up the static E-Fence boundary to auto-correct your dog and get notifications on your phone. When using the E-Fence, keep in mind: - This device is GPS operated and cannot be used indoors. - Do not use this as a permanent fence solution as your dog can still cross the Outer Fence.
- ON/OFF: the E-Fence can be turned on/ off by toggling the button. When turned on, the E-Fence Outer Fence shows up and a blue light on the receiver turns on. : E-Fence On Mark - Status: Current receiver status of IN, NEAR, or OUT. 'Need to update' will show up if you need to update the latest E-Fence boundary information. - Count: The number of times the receiver crossed the boundary. - Stim Lvl: Displays the correction level when activated.
Syncing E-Fence Boundary to the Receiver In order to operate the E-Fence, the receiver must be synced. 1) Turn the receiver on near the smartphone. 2) Press the Sync E-Fence Boundary button. 3) Look at the list to make sure the receiver is synced. 4-6. MENU Bluetooth Connection: View the smartphone and GPS connector Bluetooth connection. If the devices are not paired, turn both the GPS connector and smartphone’s Bluetooth off and then back on.
4-7. ACTIVITY MODE 4-8. DEVICE ALERTS Activity mode: select the hunting type for your activity mode to change the settings to receive device status notifications. Select the Activity Mode for Small Game, Upland, Hog Hunting, or Custom. The status alarm settings for Running, Treeing, Pointing, Bark, and Hog will change for each mode selected. You can select the alarm you want in Custom Mode. 30 - Select the device’s alarms based on your specific needs.
OTHER FEATURES & DETAILS DEVICE INFORMATION 1. RECEIVER FITTING Proper Fit Fit the receiver on either side of the dog’s windpipe so that the contact points press firmly against the dog’s skin. You should be able to fit two fingers underneath the collar strap. Improper Fit A loose fit can allow the receiver to move around on the dog’s neck and cause irritation. If the receiver is too loose, the contact will be inconsistent and cause inconsistent correction.
2. FINDING THE RIGHT STIMULATION 3. MAXIMIZING THE DISTANCE • Open the PATHFINDER2 app to the E-Collar tab and select your dog and stimulation level. • The stimulation levels are from 1 (lowest) to 100 (highest). • Always start at the lowest level of stimulation and work your way up. • The appropriate level can be found when your dog responds to the stimulation with a mild reaction, such as a tensing of the neck muscles. • The PATHFINDER2 has a 9-mile line of sight range.
PRODUCT MAINTENANCE 2. CHANGING THE CONTACT POINT LENGTH 1. CHARGING THE PATHFINDER2 The Dogtra PATHFINDER2 comes with 5/8” contact points that can be extended to 3/4” for dogs with longer coats. To increase the length: 1) Use the included adjustment tool side marked 5/8” to unscrew the contact points counter-clockwise. 2) Place the extension over the exposed threads, flat side down. 3) Place the contact points over the extensions and tighten clockwise using the adjustment tool side marked 3/4”.
3. USING THE TEST LIGHT BASIC MAINTENANCE 1) Turn on the receiver and place the test light over the contact points. 2) Press the Nick button in the PATHFINDER2 app and the test light will light up momentarily. 3) Press the Constant button in the PATHFINDER2 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE FCC WARNING FOR PT20U/PR20U 1. The dog does not respond to the stimulation. - Make sure the system is on and the strap is tight enough so that both contact points are touching your dog's skin. - If the contact points are too short, you can either purchase longer contact points or trim the hair near your dog's neck. - Increase the level until your dog responds with a subtle head or neck movement. 2. The LED indicator light comes on, but I do not feel any stimulation.
DOGTRA EXTENDED PRODUCT WARRANTY EXTENDED LIMITED WARRANTY For Certain Dogtra Products Purchased from Dogtra Authorized Dealers 1+1 Year Extended Warranty Except as otherwise provided, Dogtra warrants to the original retail purchaser (“You”) that your Dogtra product shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase (“Original Warranty”).
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