SportDOG WetlandHunter™ 400 Yard Remote Dog Trainer

Compact, professional dog field training system is perfect for use from blinds, canoes, or hunting boats. Remote transmitter sends continuous or momentary correction signals up to a 1/4 mile. Features up to 16 levels of continuous and 8 levels of momentary stimulation. Also features tone only correction. High-output receiver expands to control up to three collars. Waterproof and submersible units are ideal for rugged outdoor use. System is designed for use in wet marshes, bogs, and waterfowl hunting grounds. 2.8 oz receiver; 3.2 oz transmitter. For dogs over 8 lbs. Lifetime limited manufacturer's warranty.

Includes: Remote trainer with lanyard, collar receiver, test light, standard 110-volt AC wall outlet split-plug charger, rechargeable NiMH batteries, operating guide, Basic Training DVD and manual, Realtree® Advantage ® Max-4 HD™ Camo on all components.

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With proper training, a dog will learn to associate this signal with a command. Like all SportDOG products, this model features adjustable stimulation levels so you can tailor the stimulation level to your dog's temperament, eliminating the risk of over-correction.

Important: The SportDOG WetlandHunter™ SD-400 CAMO Trainer has a range of up to a 1/4 mile. Depending on the way you hold the Remote Transmitter, the maximum range may vary. For consistent results at longer ranges, hold the Remote Transmitter in a vertical position, away from your body, and above your head. Terrain, weather, vegetation, transmission from other radio devices, and other factors will affect the maximum range.

Key Definitions
Remote Transmitter: Transmits the radio signal to the Collar Receiver. It is waterproof and can be submerged in water.
Intensity Dial: Provides multiple levels of stimulation so you can match the correction to your dog's temperament.
Transmitter Indicator Light: Indicates that a button is pressed and also serves as a low-battery indicator.
Upper Button: This button is factory-set to deliver "Continuous Stimulation."
Lower Button: This button is factory-set to deliver "Momentary Stimulation," or a "Nick."
Side Button: This button is factory-set to deliver a "Tone-Only" correction without stimulation.
Collar Receiver: Receives the radio signal from the Remote Transmitter. It is waterproof and can be submerged in water.
Collar Receiver Indicator Light: Indicates when the Collar Receiver has been turned "ON" or "OFF" and also serves as a low-battery indicator.
Contact Points: The contacts through which the Collar Receiver delivers stimulation when a Remote Transmitter button, programmed for "Continuous" or "Momentary Stimulation," is pressed.
ON/OFF Button: Momentarily pressing and holding this button turns the Collar Receiver "ON" or "OFF."
Charging Jacks: For connecting the charger. Although the Collar Receiver is waterproof without it, keep the cover in place when not charging to keep debris out of the opening.
Continuous Stimulation: When a button is programmed for "Continuous Stimulation," you control both when and how long stimulation is delivered to your dog through the Collar Receiver's Contact Points. When a "Continuous Stimulation" button is pressed for 8 seconds or more, the Remote Transmitter will "time-out." The button will need to be released and pressed again before additional stimulation can be delivered.
Momentary (Nick) Stimulation: When a button is programmed for "Momentary Stimulation," stimulation is delivered for 5/100 of a second, regardless of how long the button is pressed.

STEP 1: Prepare the Remote Transmitter
Charge the Remote Transmitter:

1. Lift the rubber cover protecting the Remote Transmitter Charging Jack.
2. Connect one of the charger connectors to the Remote Transmitter Charging Jack.
3. Plug the charger into a standard 110-volt AC wall outlet.
4. Charge the Remote Transmitter for 24 hours for the first charge. Recharges take 12 hours. NOTE: The Transmitter Indicator Light will flash after 12 hours of charging. For the first charge, continue to charge the Remote Transmitter for an additional 12 hours.
5. When charging is complete, replace the rubber cover. NOTE: Approximate battery life between charges is 40 to 60 hours, depending on frequency of use.

STEP 2: Prepare the Collar Receiver
Charge the Collar Receiver:

1. Lift the rubber cover protecting the Collar Receiver Charging Jack.
2. Connect the charger connector to the Collar Receiver Charging Jack.
3. Plug the charger into a standard 110-volt AC wall outlet.
4. Charge the Collar Receiver for 24 hours for the first charge. Recharges take 12 hours. NOTE: The Receiver Indicator Light will flash after 12 hours of charging. For the first charge, continue to charge the Collar Receiver for an additional 12 hours.
5. When charging is completed, replace the rubber cover.

1. Press and hold the ON/OFF Button until the Receiver Indicator Light comes "ON" and the Collar Receiver beeps 5 times.
2. Release the ON/OFF Button.

To Turn the Collar Receiver OFF:

1. Press and hold the ON/OFF Button until the Receiver Indicator Light comes "ON" and the Collar Receiver beeps twice.
2. Release the ON/OFF Button.

Receiver Indicator Light

Rechargeable Batteries

• The rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries are not memory sensitive and do not require depletion before charging.
• The batteries come partially charged from the factory, but will require a full charge (24 hours) before the first use.
• Remember - Always keep batteries away from an open flame.
• When storing the unit for long periods of time, remember to regularly give batteries a full charge (12 hours). This should be done once every 4 to 6 weeks.
• Excessive overcharging can shorten battery life. After initial charge, it is not recommended to leave the battery plugged in for more than 12 hours.
• If your equipment has not been charged for an extended period, you may experience a decrease in battery life the first few uses. Afterwards, the battery life will return to previous capacity levels.
• You should expect hundreds of recharge cycles from your batteries. However, all rechargeable batteries lose capacity over time relative to the number of recharge cycles they experience. This is normal. If your operating time drops to half of the original life, it may be time to replace the batteries.
• The batteries should last for a period of 3-5 years. Please do not open the Collar Receiver or Remote Transmitter until you have the replacement.

To ensure a proper fit, follow these steps:

1. With your dog standing, center the Collar Receiver so the Contact Points are underneath your dog's neck, touching the skin. If your dog has a long or thick coat, trim the hair around the Contact Points to ensure consistent contact.
2. The Collar Receiver should fit snugly; yet loose enough to allow one finger to fit between the strap and your dog's neck.
3. Allow your dog to wear the collar for several minutes, and then recheck the fit. Check the fit again as your dog becomes more comfortable wearing the Collar Receiver.

To prevent skin irritation from occurring:

• The Collar Receiver should not be worn for more than 8 hours out of every 24-hour period.
• Your dog's neck and the Contact Points must be washed weekly with a washcloth and mild hand soap, then rinsed thoroughly.

NOTE: Always start at the lowest level and work your way up.

For training efficiency, it is important to find the right intensity level for your dog. This is called the "Recognition Level," during which time your dog looks around in curiosity, scratches at the collar, or flicks his ears.

Finding Your Dog's Recognition Level:
NOTE: Every dog is different and you cannot predict where your dog's Recognition Level will be. Watch closely for any slight change in behavior that tells you your dog is feeling the stimulation.

1. With the Collar Receiver turned ON and properly fitted on your dog, set the Remote Transmitter's Intensity Dial at "Level 1" and press the "Continuous Stimulation" button for 1 to 2 seconds.
2. If your dog shows no reaction to "Level 1," go to "Level 2" and repeat the process.
3. YOUR DOG SHOULD NOT VOCALIZE OR PANIC WHEN RECEIVING STIMULATION. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE STIMULATION LEVEL IS TOO HIGH AND YOU NEED TO GO BACK TO THE PREVIOUS LEVEL AND REPEAT THE PROCESS.
4. Once you find your dog's Recognition Level, this is the level you should use when you begin a training exercise.
5. If you have progressed to "Level 8" while searching for your dog's Recognition Level and your dog continues to show no response, check to see if the Collar Receiver is snug against your dog's neck. Then go back to "Intensity Level 1" and repeat the process. If your dog still does not indicate he is feeling the stimulation, you may have to trim the hair beneath the Contact Points.

• Eliminate ONE Behavior or teach ONE Obedience command at a time. If you move too fast with the training, your dog may become confused.
• Be consistent. Give your dog a "Tone-Only" correction and/or "Stimulation" with each misbehavior.
• Do NOT overcorrect your dog. Use as few stimulations as possible to train your dog.
• Restrict your dog from situations in which he has a history of misbehaving unless you can supervise him and use the SportDOG WetlandHunter™ Trainer for applying tone or stimulation.
• If you notice one situation in which your dog misbehaves repeatedly, set up this situation as a training session. This will dramatically increase your chances of success.
• If your dog has a timid reaction to the tone or stimulation (especially the first couple of times), do not be alarmed. Redirect his attention to a simple and appropriate behavior (i.e. a known command, such as "Sit").
• Never use the SportDOG WetlandHunter™ to correct or eliminate any form of aggressive behavior. If your dog exhibits such behavior, contact a professional trainer. Aggression in dogs is the result of many factors - it may be a learned behavior or it may be brought on as a result of fear. Another factor contributing to aggression in dogs is social dominance. Every dog is different.

To change the mode:

1. Referring to the table below, adjust the Intensity Dial to the mode you want to use.
2. Turn the Remote Transmitter over.
3. With a pen or paperclip, depress and release the mode button. When the mode button is pressed, the Transmitter Indicator Light will be solid in color. When it is released, it will flash the mode selected.

NOTE: Continuous Stimulation will transmit for no more than eight continuous seconds no matter how long the button is pressed. To reactivate, release and re-press the button.

NOTE: Modes 1, 2, 3, 4 and 7 provide 8 levels of stimulation, which correspond to the setting on the Intensity Dial. Modes 5 and 6 provide more "increments" to choose from - a total of 16 levels of stimulation. For example, in Mode 5 with the Intensity Dial set at 2, the bottom button provides level 3 of 16 and the top button provides level 4 of 16.

STEP 6: Reset the Collar Receiver
To reset the Collar Receiver to work with a new Remote Transmitter or to reprogram a new Collar Receiver to work with your existing Remote Transmitter:

1. Turn the Collar Receiver OFF.
2. Press and hold the ON/OFF Button. The Receiver Indicator Light will come on and then turn off after 4-5 seconds. If the ON/OFF Button is released too early, the Receiver Indicator Light will begin flashing as normal. If this occurs, start over and repeat the process.
3. After the Receiver Indicator Light has turned off, release the ON/OFF Button.
4. Press and hold the Upper Button on the Remote Transmitter until the Receiver Indicator Light flashes 5 times. You may need to hold both units 2-3 feet from each other before this occurs. Once the Receiver Indicator Light has flashed 5 times, the Collar Receiver has been reset and will begin flashing as normal. If the Receiver Indicator Light does not flash 5 times, start over and repeat the process.

1. Program the Remote Transmitter to Mode 4.
2. Program the first Collar Receiver: A. Turn the Collar Receiver OFF. B. Press and hold the ON/OFF Button. The Receiver Indicator Light will come on and then turn off in 4-5 seconds. If the ON/OFF Button is released too early, the Receiver Indicator Light will begin its normal flashing. If this occurs, start over and repeat the process. C. After the Receiver Indicator Light has turned off, release the ON/OFF Button. D. Press and hold the Upper Button on the Remote Transmitter until the Receiver Indicator Light flashes 5 times. You may need to hold both units 2-3 feet from each other. If the Receiver Indicator Light does not flash 5 times, start over and repeat the process.
3. Program the second Collar Receiver the same way using A. through D. above, but using the Lower Button in place of the Upper Button..
4. Program the third Collar Receiver the same way using A. through D. above, but using the Side Button in place of the Lower Button.

1. Turn the Collar Receiver ON.
2. Hold the Test Light Contacts to the Contact Points.
3. Press a Stimulation Button on the Remote Transmitter.
4. The Test Light will flash. Note: At higer Stimulation Levels, the Test Light will flash brighter.
5. Turn the Collar Receiver off.
6. Save the Test Light for future testing.

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