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Getting Started, Setting Up the Alpha System, Device Overviews, Alpha Handheld Device

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Getting Started WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Setting Up the Alpha System Before you can use the Alpha system, you must set up the devices. 1 Charge the handheld device (Charging the Handheld Device, page 4). 2 Charge the dog collar device (Charging the Dog Collar Device, page 5). 3 Turn on the devices (Turning On the Device, page 5). 4 Select a language (Selecting a Language, page 5). 5 If necessary, pair the dog collar device with the handheld device (Methods to Add a Dog Collar Device to a Handheld Device, page 6). 6 If necessary, calibrate the compass on the handheld device (Calibrating the Compass, page 25). Device Overviews Alpha Handheld Device NOTICE Avoid using a high-powered radio (greater than 5 W) in close proximity to the handheld device. It may cause irreversible damage to the handheld device. Getting Started 1

Section	Page
Table of Contents	3
Getting Started	7
Setting Up the Alpha System	7
Device Overviews	7
Alpha Handheld Device	7
Alpha Device Keys	8
Dog Collar Device	9
Installing the Battery Pack	9
Charging the Handheld Device	10
Charging the Dog Collar Device	11
Turning On the Device	11
Turning Off the Device	11
Selecting a Language	11
Using the Touchscreen	11
Using the Status Page	12
Acquiring Satellite Signals	12
Dog Collar Device Setup	12
Methods to Add a Dog Collar Device to a Handheld Device	12
Adding a Dog to the Alpha Navigator Using Wireless Pairing	13
Sharing a Dog Wirelessly	13
Adding a Dog Using the Track and Control Codes	13
Finding the Dog ID and Track and Control Codes	13
VHF Radio Information	13
Managing a Group	14
Editing Dog Information	14
Resetting a Dog's Statistics and Track	14
Changing the Dog Name	14
Changing the Color of the Dog's Track	14
Changing the Dog Type	14
Changing the Dog ID	15
Removing a Dog	15
Fitting the Collar on Your Dog	15
Communication with the Dog Collar Device	16
Using a Dynamic Update Rate	17
Using Sleep Mode	17
Using the Channel View	17
Dog Tracking	17
Tracking Your Dog on the Map	18
Dog Status Icons	18
Dog Tracking Compass	19
Navigating to Your Dog	19
Changing the Length of the Dog's Track	19
Location Alerts	19
Setting Location Alerts	20
Editing Location Alerts	20
Enabling Dog Data Broadcast	20
Dog Training	20
Selecting and Installing the Contact Points	21
Removing the Contact Points	21
Training Methods	21
Linear and Traditional Stimulation	21
Choosing the Correct Intensity Level	21
Customizing the Training Keys	22
Using the Hard Keys for Training Adjustments	22
Default Training Settings	22
Collar Training	23
Connected Features	23
Pairing a Smartphone with Your Device	23
Connecting to a Wireless Network	23
Garmin Explore	24
Contact Tracking	24
Turning On and Off the Transmitter	24
Methods to Add a Contact to a Handheld Device	24
Adding a Contact Using Wireless Pairing	24
Adding a Contact Using a Contact ID	25
Initiating an Emergency Alert	25
Sending a Message to Your Contacts	25
Tracking a Contact	25
Finding Your Contact ID	25
Changing Your Contact ID	25
Updating a Contact ID	26
Hunting with the Alpha System	26
Marking Your Truck Location	26
Marking a Covey	26
Active Hunt Metrics	26
Turning On the Collar Light	27
Turning On Rescue Mode	27
Pausing Dog Tracking	27
Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks	27
Waypoints	27
Marking Your Current Location	27
Marking a Waypoint Using the Map	27
Editing a Waypoint	28
Repositioning a Waypoint to Your Current Location	28
Moving a Waypoint on the Map	28
Increasing the Accuracy of a Waypoint Location	28
Projecting a Waypoint	28
Deleting a Waypoint	29
Routes	29
Creating a Route	29
Editing the Name of a Route	29
Navigating a Saved Route	29
Editing a Route	29
Reversing a Route	29
Viewing the Active Route	29
Deleting a Route	30
Tracks	30
Recording Track Logs	30
Viewing Details about the Track	30
Viewing the Elevation Plot of a Track	30
Navigating to the Start of a Track	30
Changing the Track Color	30
Saving the Current Track	30
Clearing the Current Track	31
Deleting a Track	31
Navigation	31
Map	31
Measuring Distance on the Map	31
Compass	31
Calibrating the Compass	31
Navigating with the Bearing Pointer	31
Where To? Menu	31
Finding a Waypoint by Name	32
Navigating with Sight 'N Go	32
Elevation Plot	32
Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter	32
Navigating to a Point on the Plot	32
Changing the Plot Type	32
Resetting the Elevation Plot	32
Trip Computer	32
Customizing the Trip Computer Data Fields	32
Resetting the Trip Computer	33
Applications	33
Setting a Proximity Alarm	33
Calculating the Size of an Area	33
Setting an Alarm	33
Using the Competition Timer	33
Satellite Page	33
Changing the Satellite View	33
Turning Off GPS	34
Simulating a Location	34
Managing Maps	34
Downloading Maps	34
Enabling Maps	34
Deleting a Map	35
Customizing Your Device	35
Customizing the Main Menu	35
Customizing the Favorite Bar	35
Customizing the Data Fields	35
System Settings	35
Display Settings	36
Accessibility Settings	36
Setting the Device Tones	36
Setting Dog Alerts	36
Map Settings	36
Tracked Devices Map Settings	36
Advanced Map Settings	37
Tracks Settings	37
Auto Save Settings	37
Routing Settings	38
Sensors Settings	38
Changing the Units of Measure	38
Position Format Settings	38
Device Information	38
Viewing E-label Regulatory and Compliance Information	38
Support and Updates	39
Product Updates	39
Device Care	39
Cleaning the Device	39
Cleaning the Touchscreen	39
Specifications	40
Alpha Handheld Device Specifications	40
Dog Collar Device Specifications	40
Battery Information	40
Long-Term Storage	41
Maximizing the Battery Life	41
Adjusting the Backlight Brightness	41
Adjusting the Backlight Timeout	41
Changing the Dog Collar Device Update Rate	41
Turning On the Handheld Battery Save Mode	41
Saving Energy While Charging the Device	42
Data Management	42
Installing a Memory Card	42
Connecting the Handheld Device to a Computer	43
Connecting the Dog Collar Device to a Computer	43
Transferring Dog Tracks to BaseCamp™‎	43
Deleting Files	44
Disconnecting the USB Cable	44
Resetting Data and Settings	44
Appendix	44
Accessories and Replacement Parts	44
Purchasing Accessories	44
Optional Maps	44
tempe	44
Tips for Pairing Wireless Sensors	45
Replacing the Collar Strap	45
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable	45