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Charging the Dog Collar Device

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Section	Page
Table of Contents	3
Getting Started	5
Setting Up the Alpha System	5
Device Overviews	5
Alpha 100 Handheld Device	5
TT 10 Dog Collar Device	5
Getting More Information	5
Registering Your Device	5
Installing the Battery in the Handheld Device	5
Charging the Handheld Device	6
Charging the Dog Collar Device	6
Turning On the Devices	6
Turning Off the Devices	6
Acquiring Satellite Signals	6
Using the Touchscreen	6
Locking the Touchscreen	6
Unlocking the Touchscreen	7
Dog Collar Device Setup	7
Methods to Add a Dog to a Handheld Device	7
Adding a Dog Over MURS/VHF	7
Adding a Dog Using the Track and Train Codes	7
Finding the Dog ID and Track and Train Codes	7
Sharing a Dog Wirelessly	7
Editing Dog Information	7
Resetting a Dog's Statistics and Track	7
Changing the Length of the Dog's Track	7
Changing the Dog Name	7
Changing the Color of the Dog's Track	7
Changing the Dog Type	8
Changing the Dog ID	8
Setting Dog Alerts	8
Removing a Dog	8
Attaching the Collar on Your Dog	8
Communication with the Collar	8
Dog Tracking	9
Tracking Your Dog on the Map	9
Dog Status Icons	9
Dog Tracking Compass	9
Navigating to Your Dog	9
Tracking with BaseCamp™ BaseStation	9
Pausing Dog Tracking	9
Pausing All Dog Tracking	10
Location Alerts	10
Setting a Geofence Alert	10
Setting a Radius Alert	10
Editing Location Alerts	10
Dog Training	10
Selecting and Installing the Contact Points	10
Removing the Contact Points	10
Setting Up the Training Keys for One Intensity Level	10
Customizing the Training Keys	10
Basic Training Commands	11
Training to Heel	11
Training to Sit and Stay	11
Training to Come Here	11
Collar Training	11
Training Intensities and Methods	11
Choosing the Correct Intensity Level	12
Training the Dog to Heel and Sit with the Collar	12
Training the Dog to Come Here with the Collar	12
Contact Tracking	12
Adding a Contact Over MURS/VHF	12
Adding a Contact Using the ID	12
Sending a Message to Your Contacts	12
Tracking a Contact	12
Finding Your Contact ID	12
Changing Your Contact ID	13
Updating a Contact ID	13
Hunting with the Alpha System	13
Marking Your Truck Location	13
Marking a Covey	13
Turning On the Collar Light	13
Turning On Rescue Mode	13
Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks	13
Waypoints	13
Marking Your Current Location	13
Marking a Waypoint Using the Map	13
Editing a Waypoint	13
Repositioning a Waypoint to Your Current Location	13
Moving a Waypoint on the Map	13
Increasing the Accuracy of a Waypoint Location	13
Projecting a Waypoint	14
Deleting a Waypoint	14
Routes	14
Creating a Route	14
Editing the Name of a Route	14
Navigating a Saved Route	14
Editing a Route	14
Reversing a Route	14
Viewing a Route on the Map	14
Viewing the Active Route	14
Deleting a Route	14
Tracks	14
Recording Track Logs	14
Viewing Details about the Track	14
Viewing the Elevation Plot of a Track	14
Navigating to the Start of a Track	14
Changing the Track Color	15
Saving the Current Track	15
Saving a Location on a Track	15
Clearing the Current Track	15
Deleting a Track	15
Archiving a Saved Track	15
Archiving Tracks Automatically	15
Sending and Receiving Data Wirelessly	15
Navigation	15
Map	15
Compass	15
Calibrating the Compass	15
Navigating with the Bearing Pointer	15
Course Pointer	15
Where To? Menu	15
Finding a Waypoint by Name	15
Finding a Waypoint Near Another Waypoint	16
Navigating with Sight 'N Go	16
Elevation Plot	16
Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter	16
Navigating to a Point on the Plot	16
Changing the Plot Type	16
Resetting the Elevation Plot	16
Trip Computer	16
Resetting the Trip Computer	16
Applications	16
Setting a Proximity Alarm	16
Calculating the Size of an Area	16
Viewing the Calendar and Almanacs	16
Setting an Alarm	16
Starting the Countdown Timer	16
Opening the Stopwatch	16
Satellite Page	16
Changing the Satellite View	16
Turning Off GPS	17
Simulating a Location	17
Customizing Your Device	17
Customizing the Main Menu	17
Customizing the Data Fields	17
Enabling the Map Data Fields	17
System Settings	17
Dog Settings	17
Contact Settings	17
Display Settings	17
Calibrating the Touchscreen	17
Appearance Settings	17
Setting the Device Tones	17
Map Settings	17
Advanced Map Settings	18
Track Settings	18
Routing Settings	18
Changing the Units of Measure	18
Time Settings	18
Position Format Settings	18
Heading Settings	18
Altimeter Settings	18
Marine Map Settings	18
Device Information	19
Viewing Device Information	19
Updating the Software	19
Device Care	19
Cleaning the Device	19
Cleaning the Screen	19
Specifications	19
Alpha 100 Handheld Device Specifications	19
TT 10 Dog Collar Device Specifications	19
Battery Information	19
Long-Term Storage	19
Maximizing the Battery Life	19
Adjusting the Backlight Brightness	19
Adjusting the Backlight Timeout	19
Changing the Dog Collar Device Update Rate	20
Changing Your Handheld Update Rate	20
Turning On the Handheld Battery Save Mode	20
Adjusting the Map Drawing Speed	20
Turning Off the Transmitter	20
About Data Management	20
File Types	20
Installing a Memory Card	20
Connecting the Handheld Device to a Computer	20
Connecting the Collar to a Computer	20
Transferring Dog Tracks to BaseCamp	20
Deleting Files	21
Disconnecting the USB Cable	21
Appendix	21
Accessories and Replacement Parts	21
Purchasing Accessories	21
Optional Maps	21
About Memory Cards	21
Optional Fitness Accessories	21
Using Optional Fitness Accessories	21
Tips for Pairing ANT+ Accessories with Your Garmin Device	21
TT 10 Battery Replacement Instructions	21
TT 10 Components	21
Removing the Old Battery	21
Installing the New Battery	21
Replacing the Collar Strap	22
Replacing the VHF Antenna in the Dog Collar Device	22
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable	22
Data Field Options	22

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Press the battery into place.

Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise.

Charging the Handheld Device

NOTICE

To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the mini-USB port, the

weather cap, and the surrounding area before charging or

connecting to a computer.

You should charge the handheld device completely before using

it on a hunt. Charging a fully depleted battery takes about 4½

hours.

NOTE:

The device will not charge when it is outside the

temperature range of 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C).

Lift the weather cap

Plug the small end of the power cable into the mini-USB port

on the device.

Plug the other end of the power cable into an appropriate

power source.

Charging the Dog Collar Device

NOTICE

To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the contacts on the collar

and the surrounding area before connecting the charging clip.

You should charge the collar completely before using it on a

hunt. Charging a fully depleted battery takes about 4½ hours.

Snap the charging clip

onto the collar.

Plug the small end of the power cable into the mini-USB port

on the charging clip.

Plug the other end of the power cable into an appropriate

power source.

The status LED is solid red when the collar is charging.

After the status LED turns solid green, remove the charging

clip from the collar.

If you do not remove the clip, it may become detached from

the collar and become lost.

Turning On the Devices

•

On the handheld device, select the

Power

key.

•

On the collar, select the

Power

key.

The collar beeps and the status LED blinks green when the

collar is turned on.

Turning Off the Devices

•

On the handheld device, hold the

Power

key.

•

On the collar, hold the

Power

key until the status LED turns

red, about 3 seconds, and then release the

Power

key.

Acquiring Satellite Signals

Before you put the collar on your dog, both the collar and

handheld device must acquire satellite signals. Acquiring

satellites can take a few minutes.

Go outdoors to an open area.

Turn on both devices (

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Select the

Power

key.

The GPS signal strength of the handheld device is listed in

the upper-right corner.

When the collar has acquired satellite signals, the status LED

flashes a double-blink or triple-blink in green.

Using the Touchscreen

•

Select

to open the application drawer.

•

Select

to open a menu.

•

Select

to close the page and return to the previous page.

•

Select

to return to the previous page.

•

Select

to save changes and close the page.

•

Select

and

to scroll.

•

Select

to search by name.

Locking the Touchscreen

You can lock the screen to prevent inadvertent screen touches.

Select the

Power

key.

Select

Getting Started