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INSTALLATION

I-50 Series Transmitter

When using any of the I-50 series transmitters as a stand-alone system,

simply place the transmitter in the center of the area you wish to protect.

The transmitter will radiate a radio signal field which can be adjusted up

to 8 feet in diameter. The size of the signal field is adjusted using the

range control. NOTE: Be sure the MODE switch is set to INT.

I-50 Transmitter with Boundary Wire

When using any of the I-50 series with boundary wire, place the MODE

switch to the EXT position. Connect one end of the boundary wire to the

transmitter terminal connectors.

Boundary Wire

Signal Field

To create a signal field using the boundary wire, you need to separate the

two halves of the wire. The range of the signal will depend upon the dis-

tance the two halves of the wire are from one another. When the two halves

are next to one another, there is no signal field. As the two halves are sep-

arated, the signal field will increase. (See diagram 1) The boundary wire

must form a continuous loop for there to be a signal field. To accomplish

this, you must splice the final ends of the boundary wire together.

NOTE: The boundary wire carries a harmless radio signal. You do not

need to worry about an electrical shock when separating and splicing

the boundary wire. The power indicator light will not go on if you have

not closed the boundary loop or if you have a broken boundary wire.

Transmitter

Signal Field

Boundary Wire

Diagram 2

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PLANNING

The boundary wire allows you to isolate specific boundary areas within

your house. Carefully plan the installation of your boundary wire and fol-

low these general guidelines.

• All wires should be placed so that they do not interfere with normal

household activities. Placing the wires beneath carpets, along base-

boards, and beneath counters is recommended.

• Carefully plan the location of the boundary wire as it may emit a very

slight radio signal which could activate the receiver collar if your pet

were to lie directly on top of the wire.

• Do not install boundary wires next to baseboard heating units as the

heating units could pick up the radio signal.

TRAINING

Philosophy and Basic Rules

Understanding the philosophy behind "avoidance training" and following

the rules during training will ensure that you and your pet get the most

from your system.

• Your pet does not intuitively know that he or she is not welcome in

every signal area of your home.

• You must learn to communicate with your pet. Be aware that pets are

especially sensitive to your attitude and mood. Stay "upbeat" during

a training session so he will be more receptive to the training.

• Reward and reinforce good pet behavior.

• The system relies on classic "avoidance training" techniques, where

your home is divided into safety and avoidance zones. If your pet

advances toward an avoidance zone, he will receive an audible warning

or cue. He will soon learn that when he advances further toward an

avoidance zone, the audible warning or cue is quickly followed by a mild

electrical stimulation or correction – an unpleasant but safe, experience.

As training progresses, your pet will learn to stay away from certain areas

that he associates with the audible warning. When the training is com-

plete, your pet will stay away from the avoidance areas without needing

to hear the audible warning or experience the correction.

• Do not comfort your pet after it receives a correction as you will be

reinforcing anxiety. Bring your pet into the safety zone and praise.

• Even though you consider your pet a friend, effective training

depends on your being the leader and pet being the follower.

• Be consistent! Do not break the training rules, even on special occa-

sions when you are tempted to allow your pet into a boundary area

"just this once". Make sure all family members follow the rules.

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