Dog Collar Device Setup
Methods to Add a Dog to a Handheld Device
If you purchased the collar and the handheld device separately, you must add the collar to the handheld device. You can add up to 20 collars to one handheld device.
There are three different methods to add (or pair) the collar to the handheld device: using MURS/VHF, using the track/train code, or using ANT+™.
Adding over MURS/VHF: Allows you to pair after you have placed the collar into paring mode by pressing the Power key.
This method is helpful when you are adding a new accessory collar to the system prior to leaving for the hunt. See
Entering the track and train codes: Allows you to add a dog that you do not own and that is not in the area. The dog's owner must determine if people can only track the dog or can track and train the dog. This method requires the dog's owner to find and communicate the codes to the person adding the dog.
This method is helpful when you would like to add a dog during a hunt, but you are not near the dog. For example, you are adding another member of your hunting party's dog to your handheld device, but you do not own the dog. See page 3.
Sharing wirelessly over ANT+: Allows you to add a dog that you do not own and that is not in the area. The dog's owner must determine if people can only track the dog or can track and train the dog. This method does not require the dog's owner to find and communicate the codes to the person adding the dog. This method also adds dog information, such as the dog's name, communication settings, and initial position, from the sending handheld device to your device. The two handheld devices must be within range (10 ft.) to share data wirelessly.
This method is helpful when you would like to add a dog during a hunt, but you are not near the dog. For example, the dogs have already been let loose, and you are near the dog owner, who can share the dog wirelessly. See page 3.
Adding a Dog Over MURS/VHF
1If the collar is on, turn off the collar (page 2).
2Hold the Power key until the collar emits two series of beeps, about 2 seconds, and then release the Power key.
The status LED begins blinking rapidly in green. The collar is now ready to be linked, or paired, with a handheld device.
3On the handheld device, select Dog List > Add Dog.
4Bring the collar near the handheld device, and select Yes.
5 Enter the name of the dog, and select 
> OK.
Adding a Dog Using the Track and Train Codes
Before you can add a dog using the track and train codes, you must have the dog owner find the track and train codes (page 3) and tell them to you.
If you are not near the dog you want to add or you cannot put the collar into pairing mode, you can add the dog using the track and train codes.
1Select Add Dog.
2When asked if you are near the collar, select No.
3When asked if you know the track and train codes, select Yes.
4Enter the track or train code for the collar, and select 
.
The dog’s track code allows you to track the dog. The dog’s train code allows you to both track and train the dog.
5Enter the name of the dog, and select 
> OK.
Finding the Dog ID and Track and Train Codes
You can share a dog’s track code so another person can view your dog’s location with the map and dog tracking compass. Also, you can share a dog’s train code so another person can track your dog and train (correct) your dog.
1Select Dog List.
2 Select a dog.
3 Select Show Info.
Sharing a Dog Wirelessly
Before you can share data wirelessly over ANT+, you must bring your Alpha handheld device within 10 ft. (3 m) of the other handheld device.
1Select Dog List.
2Select the dog to share.
3 Select Share Wirelessly.
4 Select an option:
•To allow the other person only to track your dog's location with the map and dog tracking compass, select Track Only.
•To allow the other person to track your dog and correct your dog's behavior, select Track and Train.
5On the other handheld device, select Dog List > 
> Receive Wirelessly.
Editing Dog Information
Resetting a Dog's Statistics and Track
You might want to clear the dog statistics and track before a new hunt.
1Select Dog List.
2 Select a dog.
3 Select Show Info > Reset > Yes.
Changing the Length of the Dog's Track
You can adjust the length of the dog's tracks shown on the map. Showing less tracks on the map can help to declutter the map view. Changing the length of the track shown on the map does not affect the tracks stored in the internal memory.
1Select Setup > Dogs > Dog Track On Map.
2Select an option to show more or less of the tracks on the map.
Changing the Dog Name
1Select Dog List.
2 Select a dog.
3 Select Show Info.
4 Select the dog’s name.
5 Enter the name, and select 
> OK.
Changing the Color of the Dog's Track
You can change the track color of the dog. It is helpful to have the track color match the color of the collar strap, if possible.
1Select Dog List.
2 Select a dog.
3 Select Show Info.
4 Select the colored square next to the dog’s name. 5 Select a color.
Changing the Dog Type
Before you can change the dog type, the collar must be turned on and within range of the handheld device.
1Select Dog List.
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