User’s Guide REMOTE TRAINING SYSTEM Model: SCOUTTRAINER25 The features described in this User's Guide are subject to modifications without prior notice.
Welcome... to your new Motorola Remote Training System! Thank you for purchasing the Motorola SCOUTTRAINER25. Your new Remote Training System will provide a quick and effective means of solving common problem behaviors and reinforcing basic obedience commands your pet already knows. You can choose from two training modes - warning tone only or 9 levels of static correction from gentle to firm. Please retain your original dated sales receipt for your records.
Overview of the Pet Collar Unit 4 123 5 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Pair Key Indicator LED Lights up in green for 3 seconds when the unit is powered on and flashes slowly during standby. Lights up in red when battery is low. Flashes quickly in green and red when delivering static correction. Power Key Press once to power the unit On/ Off. Indicator LED lights up in green for 3 seconds when the unit is powered on.
Overview of the Remote Control Unit 6 7 1 8 2 3 4 5 9 1. 2. 3. 4. Display (LCD screen) Up Key Correction Mode: Increase level Menu Mode: Move up Down Key Correction Mode: Decrease level Menu Mode: Move down Tone Key Press to send a tone to the Pet Collar Unit. Press to confirm and pair with the Pet Collar Unit. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Static Correction Key Press and hold to deliver static correction to the Pet Collar Unit. Antenna Power Key Press and hold to power ON/OFF.
Symbols on the Remote Control Unit Battery level on Remote Control Unit. Pet Collar Number. Displays the selected STATIC CORRECTION LEVEL (Level 0 to 9). When 0 is displayed, only tone alerts are sent to the Pet Collar Unit. Displays when TONE KEY is pressed.
How the Remote Training System works The Training System comes with a Remote Control Unit that is paired with the Pet Collar Unit. At the push of the STATIC CORRECTION KEY on the Remote Control Unit, a signal is sent to the Pet Collar Unit, which delivers static correction to your dog to assist you with shaping and modifying its behavior. The Remote Control Unit is also designed with a TONE KEY . At the push of the key, a tone is sent to the Pet Collar Unit.
1. 2. Safety Instructions .................................................................................... 8 Getting Started......................................................................................... 9 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 3. Using the Pet Collar Unit ........................................................................ 16 3.1 3.2 4. Powering On/Off the Pet Collar Unit ...................................................... 16 Pairing with the Remote Control Unit ............
1. Safety Instructions WARNING: As with any electrical device, supervision of your pet’s usage should be exercised until your pet is acclimated to the product. If your pet is prone to chewing, we strongly recommend you keep this and all other electrical devices out of its reach. RISK OF SKIN DAMAGE • Determine a proper fit of the Pet Collar Unit on your dog’s neck. If worn for too long or the fit is too tight, it may cause skin damage. • Check your dog’s neck area daily for signs of skin irritation.
2.1 ENGLISH 2. Getting Started Insert Batteries on the Remote Control Unit The Remote Control Unit uses 2x AAA-sized alkaline batteries. Small cross-head or flat end screwdriver. 1. 2. Use a small cross-head or flat end screwdriver to unscrew the battery compartment cover as shown above. Fit the batteries into the compartment in the correct polarity as shown below. + + 3. 4.
2.2 Attach the Adjustable Strap to the Pet Collar Unit IMPORTANT Power off the Pet Collar Unit before attaching the strap. 1. 2. Set the Pet Collar Unit facing down with the Collar Contacts facing up. With the front side of the buckle facing down, thread the strap through the first slot, moving it towards the second slot. Collar Contacts Slot 3. 2.3 Slot Continue to thread through the second slot.
3. ENGLISH Negative pole (-) of the CR2450 battery should be facing upwards. Close the battery compartment cover and gently tighten the screw in a clockwise direction using a small cross-head or flat end screwdriver. Battery Life The average battery life is up to 3 months, depending on how often your dog barks. The Indicator LED lights up in red when battery is low. To conserve battery life, press the POWER KEY once to power off the Pet Collar Unit when it is not in use.
2.4 Fit the Pet Collar Unit on your Dog’s Neck IMPORTANT For effective and reliable operation of the Training System, the Pet Collar Unit must be properly placed and fitted on your dog’s neck with suitable Collar Contacts that are long enough to touch the dog’s skin on the underside of its neck (not its hair). 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Make sure that the Pet Collar Unit is powered off (see “Powering On/Off the Pet Collar Unit” on page 16). Have your dog stand in a balanced position on a flat, even surface.
If necessary, trim some of your dog’s hair where the collar makes contact with the skin to allow for consistent performance. 2.5 Trim Away Excess Strap Length After you are satisfied with the fit of the Pet Collar Unit, you may want to trim away some of the excess nylon strap. 1. 2. 3. Mark the desired strap length with a pen. However, you may want to allow for growth especially when your dog is young or may grow a thicker winter coat.
2.6 Change Collar Contacts IMPORTANT • Power off the Pet Collar Unit before changing collar contacts. • Make sure that the collar contacts are securely fastened. Do not over tighten. Included with the Training System are Collar Contacts in three different lengths (short, medium and long) that deliver static correction to your dog. Choose the appropriate length for your dog’s hair coat. If your dog has dense coats or undercoats, use one of the longer Collar Contacts included with your Training System. 1.
To ensure that the Collar Contacts are securely fastened, fit the test light over the Collar Contacts and twist clock-wise to tighten them securely as shown below. ENGLISH 3. Twist clockwise to tighten the Collar Contacts securely. 2.7 Using the Test Light You can use the Test Light that is supplied with your Remote Training System to test if the Remote Control Unit is sending static correction to the Pet Collar Unit. 1. 2. Press and hold the POWER KEY on the Pet Collar Unit to power it on.
3. Using the Pet Collar Unit 3.1 Powering On/Off the Pet Collar Unit To power on, press and hold the POWER KEY on the Pet Collar Unit. The Power LED will light up in green for 5 seconds. To power off, press and hold the POWER KEY the green Power LED light goes off. 3.2 on the Pet Collar Unit until Pairing with the Remote Control Unit Your Remote Training System can pair with up to 2 Pet Collar Units. The Remote Control Unit and Pet Collar Unit provided are already paired.
Whether you’re hoping to provide your dog more freedom at the park or trying to solve frustrating behavior problems, your new Training System provides a quick and easy training solution. To get the most from your Training System, carefully follow these instructions. You can choose from two training modes - warning tone only (LEVEL 0) or 9 levels of static correction from gentle (LEVEL 1) to firm (LEVEL 9). Every dog is different.
4.3 Deliver Static Correction 1. Press and hold the STATIC CORRECTION KEY Control Unit. 2. Press to increase the level of correction or press to decrease. The number beside the symbol on the screen indicates the current level of correction. indicates that the current level of correction is 8. The Indicator LED on the Pet Collar Unit flashes alternately in green and red when delivering static correction. 3.
When to Increase Level of Static Correction When you are trying to change your dog’s behavior around a heavy distraction where your dog is too excited to feel the TRAINING LEVEL described above, such as jumping on a visitor at the door, you will need to increase the correction level 2 or 3 levels higher than the TRAINING LEVEL. If the TRAINING LEVEL you established was level 3, then you will need to increase it to level 5 to have your dog respond when it is really distracted or excited.
5. Training Tips Use only the static correction level necessary to get the desired response. • In most circumstances, your dog should never yelp in discomfort or pain. • Reserve the highest settings for critical, dangerous or life threatening behaviors such as running towards a traffic. After stopping an inappropriate behavior, immediately direct your dog to an appropriate behavior followed by a reward.
1. 2. 3. 4. Put a separate collar on your dog’s neck above the Pet Collar Unit, without adding pressure to the Collar Contacts on the Pet Collar Unit. Attach a long leash to the separate collar. Press and hold the POWER KEY to power on the Pet Collar Unit. When your dog is facing you, press and hold the STATIC CORRECTION KEY on your Remote Control Unit (at your dog’s TRAINING LEVEL). The number beside on your Remote Control Unit indicates the current Static Correction Level.
6. Disposal of the Device (Environment) At the end of the product lifecycle, you should not dispose of this product with normal household waste. Take this product to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. The symbol on the product, user's guide and/or box indicates this. Some of the product materials can be reused if you take them to a recycling point.
ENGLISH 7. Cleaning and Care IMPORTANT Power off the Pet Collar Unit before touching the Collar Contacts. Cleaning and care • • • • Check Collar Contacts for tightness weekly. Clean Collar Contacts with alcohol weekly. Check your dog’s neck area for irritation and wash neck weekly. Every effort has been made to ensure high standards of reliability of your Training System. However, if something does go wrong, please do not try to repair it yourself – contact Customer Service for assistance.
8. Frequently Asked Questions Will the Remote Training System be effective on my dog? • The Training System is designed to be a convenient and effective training device on all healthy breeds and sizes. However, it should not be used on aggressive dogs. Is the Remote Training System appropriate and humane? • Yes. The Training System is designed to get your dog’s attention, not to punish it. However, the initial correction may startle your dog.
ENGLISH What is the range of operation of the Remote Training System? • The range of operation is up to 460 feet* line of sight. It varies according to the position you are holding the Remote Control Unit, the weather, terrain, transmission from other radio devices, etc. * When there is a clear line of sight between the trainer and pet collar unit. Any obstruction between the trainer and pet collar unit will reduce the range significantly.
9. Troubleshooting When your dog does not seem to respond to the Static Correction • Make sure that the Pet Collar Unit is properly fitted on your dog. Loosely fitted collar will affect performance. For proper fit, the collar should be snug, yet loose enough to allow two fingers to fit between the strap and your dog's neck. • Make sure that there is good skin contact where the Collar Contacts touch the neck area. If necessary, trim your dog’s hair to ensure good contact.
ENGLISH 10. General Information lf your product is not working properly.... 1. Read this User's Guide. 2. Contact Customer Service: US and Canada 1-888-331-3383 Email: support@motorolamonitors.com Consumer Products and Accessories Limited Warranty Thank you for purchasing this Motorola branded product manufactured under license by Binatone Electronics International LTD (“BINATONE”).
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Technical Specifications RF Frequency Band 434.05MHz Modulation Amplitude Shift Keying Operating Temperature 5ºC to 45ºC Remote Control Unit Voltage 2x1.5V AAA Alkaline Battery Collar Unit Voltage CR2450 Lithium Battery 3.
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