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SportDOG Tek 1.0 Operating Manual

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GPS TRACKING + PLUS E-COLLAR
OPERATING GUIDE
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE GUIDE BEFORE BEGINNING
400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 1
4/6/11 4:47 PM

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  • Page 1 GPS TRACKING + PLUS E-COLLAR OPERATING GUIDE PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE GUIDE BEFORE BEGINNING 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 1 4/6/11 4:47 PM...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Explanation of Attention Words and Symbols used in this guide This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 3 • If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian. For additional information on bed sores and pressure necrosis, please visit the FAQ section for remote trainers at www.sportdog.com. These steps will help keep your dog safe and comfortable. Millions of dogs are comfortable while they wear stainless steel contacts.
  • Page 4 • Taking product apart can cause damage and void your warranty. Contact the Customer Care Center for battery replacement service. • Avoid using a high-powered radio (greater than 5 watts) in close proximity to the TEK Series ™ Location and Training System. It may cause irreversible damage to the TEK Series Location and Training System.
  • Page 5 To get the most protection out of your warranty, please register your product within 90 days at www.sportdog.com. By registering, and keeping your receipt you will enjoy the product’s full warranty and should you ever need to call the Customer Care Center, we will be able to help you faster.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TAblE OF CONTENTS COMPONENTS .....................................8 HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS...............................9 KEY DEFINITIONS ..................................10 ICON DEFINITIONS .................................. 12 MAIN MENU ....................................15 OPERATING THE TEK SERIES .............................. 16 ™ PREPARE THE TEK SERIES HANDHElD DEvICE ....................... 16 TO CAlIBRATE THE COMPASS ............................. 18 PREPARE THE E-COllAR MODUlE ............................
  • Page 7 FREQUENTlY ASKED QUESTIONS ............................55 TROUBlESHOOTING ................................58 TERMS OF USE AND lIMITATION OF lIABIlITY ......................61 FCC COMPlIANCE ..................................62 BATTERY DISPOSAl ................................63 INDEx ......................................64 ADD-A-DOG ..................................... 68 ® sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 7 4/6/11 4:47 PM...

  • Page 8: Components

    COMPONENTS 1-800-732-0144 1-800-732-0144 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 8 4/6/11 4:47 PM...

  • Page 9: How The System Works

    GPS antenna mounted on the collar to track the location of your dog. The Handheld Device sends a signal, activating the E-Collar Module to deliver a harmless stimulation. With proper training, a dog will learn to associate the signal with a command. Like all SportDOG ™...

  • Page 10: Key Definitions

    KEY DEFINITIONS HANDHElD DEvICE: Receives and displays HANDHELD DEvICE ANTENNA location updates from the GPS Collar. It is waterproof and can be submerged in water to a GPS ANTENNA depth of 5 feet. ON/OFF BUTTON: Pressing and releasing this ON/OFF BUTTON STIM button turns the Handheld Device on and off, and BUTTON 1...
  • Page 11 GPS CHARGING JACK: For connecting the GPS Collar to the charger. *Per NEMA 6P and IP67 standards. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 11 4/6/11 4:47 PM...

  • Page 12: Icon Definitions

    GPS Lock/Fix Indicator Compass 9:40 AM Time ICON DEFINITIONS Dog Direction Indicator GENERAL TRACKING The following icons are used throughout the TEK SERIES Location and Training software interface. ™ GENERAL TRACKING GENERAL Brightness TRACKING GENERAL ICON FUNCTION TRACKING GENERAL TRACKING GENERAL TRACKING 9:40 AM...
  • Page 13 Battery Gauge on Collar Programmable 1 Programmable 2 Rising Stim Rising Stim Rising Stim Rising Stim Rising Stim Momentary Stim Momentary Stim Momentary Stim sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK Momentary Stim Momentary Stim Programmable 1 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 13 4/6/11 4:47 PM Programmable 1...
  • Page 14 100 YDS Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost Battery Gauge Dog D Back Scale 100 YDS Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost Back Scale 100 YDS Dog Direction Indicator Communication Lost Text Enter Dog Direction Indicator Batter Dog On Point / Treed Up / Down Indicators Dog D Text Enter...

  • Page 15: Main Menu

    WAY POINTS: Add, change, or remove way points from the system (Page 37). SET A START POINT: Set a way point to your starting location (Page 37). ABOUT: view name, ID number and software/hardware version of your Handheld Device (Page 53). sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 15...

  • Page 16: Operating The Tek Series

    OPERATING THE TEK SERIES ™ The following terms are used throughout this manual: SElECT: Move the highlighted area on the screen up, down, left, or right with the respective arrow keys on the Menu Selection Pad to select individual menu items. A selected item is highlighted in orange. BACK: Press the BACK button on the top right side of the Handheld Device to go to the previous menu.
  • Page 17 With the Handheld Device powered on, press and release the On/Off button to increase/decrease brightness levels. There are 5 levels of brightness available. The Brightness Indicator will display the current level at the top of the display. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 17 4/6/11 4:47 PM...

  • Page 18: To Calibrate The Compass

    TO CAlIbRATE THE COMPASS In order for the TEK Series Handheld Device to accurately display your location, you must first ™ calibrate the electronic compass. You should always calibrate the compass after you arrive at a new starting location, after periods of storage or after you install new batteries. NOTE: Always calibrate the compass outdoors.
  • Page 19 Magnetic declination ranges from -70 to 70. The default is 0. 3. Press the right arrow when finished. 4. Press BACK to return to the main menu. 20° -20° 15° -15° -10° 10° -5° 5° 0° sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 19 4/6/11 4:48 PM...

  • Page 20: Prepare The E-Collar Module

    STEP :: 02 PREPARE THE E-COllAR MODUlE TO CHARGE THE E-COllAR MODUlE: 1. Lift the rubber cover protecting the E-Collar charging jack located on the bottom of the E-Collar Module next to the on/off button. 2. Connect one of the charger connectors to the charging jack.
  • Page 21 Unit is delivering tone Unit will beep for as long as button is pressed. Unit is delivering Unit will vibrate for as long as vibration button is pressed. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 21 4/6/11 4:48 PM...

  • Page 22: Test Light Instructions

    TEST lIGHT INSTRUCTIONS 1. Turn the E-Collar Module on. 2. Hold the Test Light Contacts to the Contact Points. 3. Press a Stimulation Button on the Handheld Device. 4. The Test Light will flash. NOTE: At higher Stimulation Levels, the Test Light will flash brighter. 5.

  • Page 23: Prepare The Gps Collar

    Press and hold the GPS On/Off button when the GPS Indicator Light comes on solid red and the GPS Collar beeps for 2 seconds. To extend the battery life between charging cycles, turn off the GPS Collar when it is not in use. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 23...
  • Page 24 GPS COllAR INDICATOR lIGHT OPERATIONAl lIGHT lIGHT FUNCTION BATTERY SPEAKER FUNCTION MODE COlOR STATUS Unit is turned on via Green Light is solid in color Beeps 1 to 5 times indicating On/Off button during beep sequence which channel the collar is on Unit is turned off via Light is solid in color Beeps continuously for 2...
  • Page 25 • When storing the device for an extended time, store within the following temperature range: from 32°F to 77°F (from 0° to 25°C). • Separate collection of spent batteries is required in many regions; check the regulations in your area before discarding spent batteries. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 25 4/6/11 4:48 PM...

  • Page 26: Pair Collars To The Handheld Device

    STEP :: 04 PAIR COllARS TO THE HANDHElD DEvICE Your system will already be paired when you get it, but in the event you need to pair the Handheld Device to the GPS Collar with E-Collar Module, follow the steps below. The Handheld Device can support up to 12 collars at a time.

  • Page 27: Fit The Gps Collar With E-Collar Module

    • If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian. For additional information on bed sores and pressure necrosis, please visit the FAQ section for remote trainers at www.sportdog.com. These steps will help keep your dog safe and comfortable. Millions of dogs are comfortable while they wear stainless steel contacts.
  • Page 28 TO ENSURE A PROPER FIT, FOllOW THESE STEPS: 1. With your dog standing (5A), center the GPS Collar with E-Collar Module so the Contact Points are underneath your dog’s neck, touching the skin (5B). If your dog has a long or thick coat, you have two options to ensure consistent contact: either trim the hair around the Contact Points or switch to the longer Contact Points included with your...

  • Page 29: Add Your Dog

    Press BACK to return to the main menu. Continuous Stimulation Congratulations! At this point, your TEK SERIES Location and Training System is ready for field use. Vibration Tone sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK My Dog 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 29 4/6/11 4:48 PM...

  • Page 30: Acquire Gps Satellite Signals

    ACQUIRE GPS SATEllITE SIGNAlS Before the TEK SERIES Handheld Device can show your current location and the location of your ™ dog(s), both units must acquire a GPS signal fix. TO ACQUIRE GPS SIGNAl FIX: NOTE: Acquiring a GPS signal fix can take several minutes. 1.

  • Page 31: Track Your Dog

    100 yards to 75 miles or set the scale to AUTO which will automatically adjust to keep your dog(s) on the display. The current scale is displayed just below the tracking area. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 31...

  • Page 32: General Training Tips

    GENERAl TRAINING TIPS bEFORE TRAINING WITH THIS PRODUCT: You will have the most success using this product if you always remember to teach a command before trying to reinforce the command with stimulation. We recommend that you read the enclosed Training Guide and watch the enclosed DvD before training. Your training will be easier and proceed faster if you follow the guidelines in these teaching assistants.

  • Page 33: Train Your Dog

    NOTE: If after completing all of these steps your dog still does not indicate he is feeling stimulation; please contact the Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-0144. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 33...
  • Page 34 TO USE TRAINING MODE: The DOG TRAINING screen allows you to send a signal to deliver stimulation to your dog in order to correct a behavior. You can switch among the dogs currently being trained; select the type and intensity level of stimulation. NOTE: In training mode, the user-defined stim buttons are active allowing you to select among three pre-defined stimulation types for the current selected dog.
  • Page 35 4. When the dog is in the desired order, press the right arrow key. 5. Repeat for each dog until they are in the desired order. Dogs will now appear in this order on tracking/training screens. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 35...

  • Page 36: View Dog Status

    vIEW DOG STATUS The STATUS screen allows you to view the status of the GPS Collar for each dog, the ID for your Handheld Device and a list of dogs being tracked. For each dog, you can view its ID, GPS battery status, GPS lock status, update rate, and the time since its last update.

  • Page 37: Navigate With The Compass And Gps Tools

    1. From the main menu, select WAY POINTS > MARK NEW POINT. A text entry field appears. 2. Use the arrow keys to enter a name for the new way point. Text Enter 3. Select when finished. TRAINING sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK Continuous Stimulation Rising Stim 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 37...
  • Page 38 More / Select TO RENAME A WAY POINT: 1. From the main menu, select WAY POINT > way point name where way point name is a previously Back 100 YDS marked way point. 2. Select RENAME. A text entry screen displays. 3.
  • Page 39 1. From the main menu, select WAY POINT > way point name where way point name is a previously marked way point. 2. Select GO TO. The compass screen displays with the bearing and distance to the selected way point. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 39...

  • Page 40: Settings Menu

    SETTINGS MENU The SETTINGS screen allows you to customize the operation of the Handheld Device. TO OPEN THE SETTINGS MENU: From the main menu, select SETTINGS. The settings screen displays the following options. • GENERAL: Includes tracking/training modes, stimulation settings, action, name, and magnetic declination.

  • Page 41: Change General Settings

    2. Press the right arrow to select Y to enable stimulation while tracking, or select N to disable stimulation. Default is Y. 3. Press BACK to return to the main menu. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 41 4/6/11 4:48 PM...
  • Page 42 TO CONFIGURE THE USER DEFINED STIM bUTTONS: The three buttons on the left side of the Handheld Device are use to send different stimulations to the E-Collar Module. You can define the actions that each button performs according to your training preferences.

  • Page 43: Battery Gauge

    3. Press the arrow keys on the Menu Navigation Pad to enter a new name, if desired. Continuous Stimulation Rising Stim Text Enter 4. When finished, select TRAINING Vibration Momentar sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK Continuous Stimulation Tone Programm 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 43 4/6/11 4:48 PM...

  • Page 44: Change Communication Settings

    CHANGE COMMUNICATION SETTINGS The COMMUNICATION screen allows you to set the User ID, GPS channel, and E-Collar channel. The User ID is a unique identifier used by the Handheld Device and shared with the GPS Collar with E-Collar Module. The GPS-channel is the radio channel used for communication between the GPS Collar and the Handheld Device, while the E-Collar channel is the radio channel used for communication between the E-Collar Module and the Handheld Device.
  • Page 45 2. Press the right arrow key to toggle between available E-Collar channels, 1 to 5. 3. At the prompt “ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO CONTINUE?” select YES. 4. Press BACK to return to the main menu. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 45...

  • Page 46: Change My Collars Settings

    CHANGE MY COllARS SETTINGS The MY COLLARS screen allows you to configure a new collar, pair the collar to work with your Handheld Device, or share tracking of a collar from another Handheld Device. You can add up to 12 collars to the system.

  • Page 47: Change My Dogs Settings

    2. Select E-COllAR and use the right arrow key to select Y to enable, or N to disable stimulations for this dog. NOTE: This setting only applies to this dog when wearing this collar. 3. When finished, press BACK to return to the main menu. Vibration sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK Tone 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 47...
  • Page 48 TO CHANGE STIM bUTTONS SETTINGS FOR A DOG: The STIM BUTTONS setting allows you to assign the type of stimulation for each STIM button according to your training preferences for this particular dog. The buttons are labeled Button 1 (top), Button 2 (middle), and Button 3 (bottom). NOTE: This setting only applies to this specific dog.
  • Page 49 1. From the main menu, select SETTINGS > MY DOGS > dog where dog is the name of the dog to be deleted from the system. 2. Press the arrow keys to select DElETE and press the right arrow key. 3. A warning message displays. Select YES, if desired, to confirm. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 49 4/6/11 4:48 PM...

  • Page 50: Change Unit Settings

    CHANGE UNIT SETTINGS The UNITS screen allows you to change distance units and time modes. TO CHANGE DISTANCE UNITS: 1. From the main menu, select SETTINGS > UNITS > DISTANCE. 2. Press the right arrow on the Menu Navigation Pad to select YARDS or METERS. Distances will be displayed in the selected format.

  • Page 51: Change Display Settings

    START, All. NONE will hide all way points on the tracking screen. START will only display start point. ALL will display all way points within range. The default is START. 3. Press BACK to return to the main menu. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 51...

  • Page 52: Use Vehicle Mode

    USE vEHIClE MODE Using your TEK Series Location and Training System while operating a motor ™ vehicle can be distracting. Always pay full attention to operating your vehicle. Using vehicle mode disables the internal compass and allows your Handheld Device to rely on GPS for heading and bearing information.

  • Page 53: Reset Handheld Device

    2. At the prompt, “ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO CONTINUE?” select YES. The handheld will reset to its default configuration and power off. AbOUT From the ABOUT screen you can view your Handheld Device’s name, ID number and software/hardware revision. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 53 4/6/11 4:48 PM...

  • Page 54: Convert Gps Collar With E-Collar Module To Tracking-Only Mode

    System may be used solely for locating and tracking your dog. TO REMOvE THE E-COllAR MODUlE: 1. Hold the collar with the contact points facing you and the SportDOG Brand logo facing up. ® 2. Locate the two (2) screws securing the E-Collar Module to the GPS Collar.

  • Page 55: Frequently Asked Questions

    We do not recommend any of our products Training System on aggressive dogs? be used on aggressive dogs. We recommend that you contact your local veterinarian or professional trainer to determine if your dog might be aggressive. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 55 4/6/11 4:48 PM...
  • Page 56 Will I get exactly 7 miles of range with the TEK The range you get with your TEK SERIES SERIES location and Training System? Location and Training System will vary according to terrain, weather, vegetation, as well as, transmission from other radio devices. To get the maximum amount of range, please refer to”HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS”...
  • Page 57 Can I program my TEK Series location and Other SportDog Brand systems can be used in Training System to work with my other conjunction with your TEK Series Location and SportDog Brand systems? ® Training System, but are not compatible.

  • Page 58: Troubleshooting

    TROUblESHOOTING The answers to these questions should help you solve any problem you have with this system. If they do not, please contact the Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-0144 or visit our website at www.sportdog.com. PROBLEM SOLUTION My Handheld Device does not turn on.
  • Page 59 My GPS Collar is experiencing outside Refer to “TO CHANGE THE GPS CHANNEL” on interference. Page 45. My E-Collar Module is experiencing outside Refer to “TO CHANGE THE E-COLLAR interference. CHANNEL” on Page 45. sportdog.com/tEK sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 59 4/6/11 4:48 PM...
  • Page 60 My dog is not responding when I press a STIM • Check to see if the E-Collar Module has been button. turned on. • If your range has reduced from the first time you have used it, please check to see if the battery is low in either the Handheld Device or E-Collar Module.

  • Page 61: Terms Of Use And Limitation Of Liability

    Product. Buyer assumes all risks and liability from the use of this Product. 5. MODIFICATION OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS Radio Systems Corporation reserves the right to change the terms, conditions and notices under which this Product is offered. sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 61 4/6/11 4:48 PM...

  • Page 62: Fcc Compliance

    This equipment utilizes the MURS band to provide data communication between the Handheld Device and GPS Collar. The unlicensed use of the MURS band is authorized under part 95 Subpart J of the FCC rules. To insure continued compliance with FCC limits, SportDOG Brand recommends ®...

  • Page 63: Battery Disposal

    Separate collection of spent batteries is required in many regions; check the regulations in your area before discarding spent batteries. This product is protected by the following patents: U.S. Patent Numbers: 7,647,545; 7,343,879; 7,174,855; 6,184,790; 6,459,378; D615,438 and other patents pending. sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 63 4/6/11 4:48 PM...

  • Page 64: Index

    Handheld Device INDEX main menu, 15 charging, 16 terms, 10–11 pairing collars, 26 Delete A Dog, 49 Action Alerts, 43 reset to default, 53 Display Add A Collar, 46 set name, 43 brightness, 17 Add A Dog, 29, 47 turn on, 17 dim timer, 51 Batteries How To...
  • Page 65 46 toggle tracking/training E-Collar Module, 20 stim buttons, 42, 48 mode, 41 GPS Collar, 23 stim levels, 48 tracking, 31 Handheld Device, 17 stim range, 49 training, 33 sportdog.com/tEK 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 65 4/6/11 4:48 PM...
  • Page 66 User ID change, 44 view, 36 vehicle Mode, 52 Way Points delete way point, 38 display options, 51 go to start point, 39 go to way point, 39 mark start point, 37 mark way point, 37 rename way point, 38 1-800-732-0144 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 66 4/6/11 4:48 PM...
  • Page 67 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 67 4/6/11 4:48 PM...

  • Page 68: Add-A-Dog

    E-COLLAR FOR TEK 1.0LT TEK-L ORIGINAL COLLAR FOR TEK 1.0LT ORIGINAL COLLAR FOR TEK 1.0L ADD-A-DOG ® SPORTDOG.COM ©2011 RADIO SYSTEMS CORPORATION • 10427 Electric Avenue • Knoxville, TN 37932 • 1-800-732-0144 ® 400-1361 400-1361 TEK 1.0LT Manual.indd 68 4/6/11 4:48 PM...

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